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– by Daleen Thomas, LL.B LL.M – “Planning is bringing the future into the present so that you can do something about it now.” Alan Lakein When you care for someone at the ‘end of life’ stage, many decisions have to be made. One challenge you face is that when someone you love is suffering, […]

– by Barry Mathias – Islanders are used to being greatly influenced by the seasons: when it’s hot there are water concerns, and when it’s cold there are unending discussions as to the volume of a true cord of wood. The water concerns are felt only by the Islanders; the tourists have two showers a

David Suzuki is launching a book entitled Letters To My Grandchildren and, after a speaking engagement in Toronto, he’ll be starting the official tour on the west coast and then working east. Tanner’s Books is excited to present this west coast premiere at the Mary Winspear Centre on Saturday May 30 at 2.00 p.m. This prestigious

– by Lara Gladych – FOOD Many Happy Returns Melissa and Stephano Mosi, original owners of La Collina, have returned to the Peninsula to open Mosi Bakery, Café & Gelateria. For the Mosis’, gelato is a family tradition, which they bring to you along with full breakfast and lunch menus, and Sunday Brunch too! You

– by Morgan Shaw – Saanich Peninsula Visitor Services operates with a team of 100+ volunteers seven days per week in three Visitor Centre locations throughout the region. We operate as a resource for visitors to our area and pride ourselves on quality service and local knowledge. As a part of the Destination British Columbia

The market looks amazing this year! Starting May 14, it will run every Thursday evening, through August 27. The entertainment is wonderful this year. There will be exciting new sounds and some of your favourites. Feel the vibes and join in. Look for great roving and stationary characters. Perfect for photo memories; for all kids, young

– by Doreen Marion Gee – This is part of a rotating series of articles on members of Sidney Meet Up Women’s Networking Group, featuring women in business on the Saanich Peninsula.  In one of the biggest financial decisions in life, there is no room for error. In the final stages of buying, selling or

– by Gillian Crowley – From “smelly goats” to fibre interpretations of Canada, we’ve got it covered in May’s arts column. Jubilee Storytelling Celebration As part of North Saanich’s year-long Jubilee celebration, the community is invited to enjoy storytelling by long-time residents of the District. The inimitable Anny Scoones, former owner of Glamorgan Farm, will tell

– by Peter Wainright – “A Licence to Print Money” is an exhibit of historical Canadian banknotes on display at the Sidney Museum in May and June. The title conjures up the idea of a very profitable undertaking or business venture – but it was literally true. Up until 1945 many Canadian banks had a