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Arts Scene – Sheena Lott: A Passion for Painting from Sea to Sea

May 29, 2025

Words Jo Barnes Photo Tanya Murchie She paints about water, with water and regularly ... right on the water! Based out of North Saanich, Sheena Lott is a multi-talented artist whose latest works feature Sidney’s waterfront, but it is the location of her art classes that is most unusual: on board cruise ships on the [...]

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Homes – Great Curb Appeal, Cozy and Eminently Functional

May 29, 2025

Words Janice Henshaw Photos Tanya Murchie On leaving the Pat Bay highway noise and tumult behind, I drove up Tanner Road and began to relax in the quiet of peaceful neighbourhoods. Close to the highway, but in a different world. There are streets with smaller houses sheltered by fully grown shrubs and trees. It's almost

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NIȽ TU,O (in the beginning) – Celebrating New Life: NIȽ TU,O hosts 2025 12th Annual Baby Honouring Ceremony

May 29, 2025

Words ashley morris Photo NILTUO Child & Family Services Society On April 16, 2025, NIȽ TU,O Child and Family Services proudly hosted an unforgettable HEUIST TŦE ḴELAḴ (Honour the Babies) event. Families, staff, and representatives from local organizations came together to celebrate the babies born over the past year from the seven communities NIȽ

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Stable & Field – Sheila Skene: A Well Deserved Lifetime Achievement Award

May 29, 2025

Words Cassidy Nunn Photo Nunn Other Photography Long time Victoria-based dressage rider, judge and volunteer Sheila Skene has been an integral part of the sport of dressage both here on the Island and nationally. The sport of dressage, which can sometimes be described as “horse ballet,” is the art of riding and training a horse

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Walking in Two Worlds: The Power of Story

May 29, 2025

Words Emily Olsen Photo Benjamin Joel Cran For as long as I can remember, I have loved stories. Some of my fondest early memories are of my mother’s playful stories and the cheeky monkeys she sketched, distracting my sisters and me from the itch of chickenpox. Tracy Chapman’s songs of revolution and fast cars reached

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The Golden Years – Taking Early CPP: Is it right for you?

May 29, 2025

Words Sherrin Griffin, Sidney Senior Care A few weeks ago, I received my application for CPP, our Canada Pension Plan retirement pension. Six months away from turning 60, it was a concrete reminder that I am soon entering the domain of “seniordom.” The inevitability of becoming a full-fledged senior filled me with mixed emotions: disbelief

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Sidney Pride Festival

May 29, 2025

Words Sidney Pride Committee Photo Janis Jean Have you marked your calendars for PRIDE SIDNEY, the second weekend of June? This vibrant event will bring us together to show support for, and celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community through a variety of family-friendly activities and entertainment. FRIDAY JUNE 13th The weekend kicks off with a PRIDE Night

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Last Word

May 29, 2025

This month, as we spotlight men to watch, I’ve found myself reflecting on the kind of strength that often goes unnoticed – the strength it takes to change course, to lift others up, to lead with quiet support and steady encouragement. My partner, Tyler, recently became a registered massage therapist, graduating as valedictorian at the

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Common Cents – RESPs, CLBs and CESGs: A Gift that Keeps on Giving

May 27, 2025

Words Deborah Reid, Raymond James Ltd. It can be overwhelming raising a family with today’s cost of living; however, setting aside funds for your children’s post-secondary education is a gift that keeps on giving! A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is a federal government plan that provides grants when contributions are made. Anyone can contribute

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Seaside Magazine’s Charity Road Hockey Tournament is Back!

May 1, 2025

Mark your calendars for June 7 and join us at Iroquois Park in Sidney for an action-packed day in support of Help Fill A Dream. Watch as registered teams face off in an adult road hockey tournament, while families enjoy the TD Family Fun Zone, packed with treats, VRX racing simulators, games with prizes, and

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