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The Natural Path – Moms: Here’s Why You’re Still Tired After Eight Hours of Sleep

Words Dr. Marita Schauch, ND, Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre I see you, Mama. You went to bed at a reasonable hour. You got your eight hours (or close to it) and yet you wake up tired, foggy and already behind. What gives? In honour of Mother’s Day. Let’s look at some of the reasons [...]

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Common Cents – Structured Notes: an Alternative for Fixed Income Investors

Words Jessica O'Brien Cameron, Wealth Advisor, Associate Portfolio Manager - CIBC Wood Gundy As traditional fixed income investments like bonds and GICs offer historically low yields, many investors are seeking new ways to potentially enhance returns and diversify their portfolios. Structured notes have emerged as an alternative, providing opportunities to tailor risk and return profiles

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New & Noteworthy – News, Changes, Updates, Launches

Words June Murray Dagnall Have something for New & Noteworthy? Email noteworthy@seasidemagazine.ca. Taking the Stress Out of School Breaks Two Saanich Peninsula dads are making school break planning easier for local families. After struggling to organize camps for their young sons, Craig Frew and Michael Doyle created CampMatch. This free, centralized platform helps parents search

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Off the Land – Black Dirt Farm: Goodness from the Ground Up

Words Jo Barnes Photos Sarah Hartley Photography On Black Dirt Farm in Saanich, Denise McMorris has found a method of soil enhancement that works like a “char”-m. The farm uses familiar sustainable practices, but one unique approach involves the application of burnt wood called biochar. Biochar has been gaining attention in recent years. Basically, it’s

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Last Word

Words Allison Smith, Editor-in-Chief I come from a long line of animal lovers, and we had many pets growing up – from a variety of saltwater fish and a turtle named Rocky to many cats and dogs over the years. As soon as I moved out on my own, I adopted two feral barn kittens

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First Word

Words Seaside Sue, Publisher & Owner April arrives with that familiar sense of renewal with longer days, fresh energy and a quiet sense that we’re turning the page together. In this issue, we’re proud to celebrate the Top 5 winners of our Women to Watch contest. Each of these amazing women brings passion, innovation and

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From the Kitchen – Little Lovelies

Words Joan Saunders Photos Sarah Hartley Photography These are the cupcakes I have made for myself for the past few birthdays. I think they’re fabulous and, with a few colourful decorations, they’re perfect as a springtime treat. I know that coconut may not be everyone’s favourite, but it’s a light, somewhat unexpected choice in terms

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