by Jim Townley, President of Fresh Cup Roastery Café – In a recent discussion with my significant other, I was asked the pointed question: “Why do you want to be an entrepreneur so bad?” One of my personal strengths, as an entrepreneur, is that I can think quickly on my feet, but in this case […]
Entrepreneurs: the Lifeblood of Canadian Business Read More »
I believe everything happens for a reason and that life is unmistakably connected all the time. Last year at the Entrepreneur of the Year Award, we had a quick introduction and your few words left me wanting more. Here we are today, chatting once again. You are a local success story. Not only a devoted
Can We Talk: Sue Hodgson Chats with Jeff Mallett, Cofounder of Yahoo! Read More »
by Laurie Salvador, Salvador, Davis & Co., Notaries Public – Typically, small businesses start small: a few tools, some equipment, a lease and a lot of sweat equity. The business begins to grow and more equipment, larger work spaces and soon staff are added to the mix. Most small business owners have loans attached to
Common Cents: Estate Planning for the Small Business Owner Read More »
Like virtue, photography is its own reward, triggering memories of life’s greatest moments and relationships. In our Fourth Annual Photography Contest, Seaside wishes to further reward some of these amazing artists, with some good old-fashioned ink in our local magazine. With so many submissions, this task wasn’t easy. You’ll find our choices in the
Seaside Snapshots Photography Contest Read More »
by Lara Gladych – OPENINGS Smooth Moves Radiance Body Wax & Sugar Studio, in North Saanich, offers hair removal services to help you achieve smooth, radiant, hair-free skin. Services are provided in a clean, comfortable and relaxed private environment. Owner Kathy Mikklesen provides professional service with a personal touch. The studio is located at 8506
by Jo Barnes – The tea is hot and the coffee is brewing. The place is filled with people deep in conversation at tables around the room. But the talk isn’t about the quality of the coffee or what the weather is like; these café patrons have never met each other and there’s at least
Memory Café: A Creative Cup of Canadiana Read More »
Local writers Emily Olsen and Sara Hansen have published their poetry and creative nonfiction in emerge 16, an annual publication launching this month that is produced by students, faculty and industry guests of the Writer’s Studio and the Writer’s Studio Online at Simon Fraser University. Emily, a recent graduate of The Writers Studio Online, completed
Emerging Writers Support Each Other Read More »
by Shauna Dorko, Sidney SeniorCare – When it comes to exploring our artistic selves, many of us are uncomfortable, and often intimidated. Art is a wonderful form of expression that holds so much promise if we simply allow ourselves to embrace it. In the book “Successful Aging,” based on the MacArthur Foundation Study, John. W.
In Pursuit of the Golden Years: The Art of Aging Read More »
by Paula Kully – Imagine competing against 300 of Canada’s best, aspiring young musicians and then finding yourself one of 12 finalists standing on a stage, bright lights shining in your eyes, waiting as the winners are announced. You hear the words: “the first runner up is … ” and your name is called! Suddenly,
by Tom Watson – For most North Americans, Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to appreciate each other, their surroundings and blessings. A chance to reflect, contemplate the meaning of life and, perhaps most of all, decide exactly what time the bird needs to go in the oven. Yes, Thanksgiving can also be
The Light Side: Foiled by the Pan Read More »
