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Your West Coast Culture. A magazine about the people and places that make the Saanich Peninsula the little piece of paradise we call home.

Style Sense – Accessories

Words & Photos Tanya Murchie “Be yourself – everyone else is taken” – Oscar Wilde Spring is in the air – no more dull grey skies and drizzle. Blue skies, fragrant air, tulips and daffodils delight us. With the arrival of a fresh, inspiring season, I feel that I need to pack away my heavy [...]

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It Takes a Modern Day Village

Words Reuben Butterfield, mBrand Photo Sarah Hartley Photography Two moms, four kids, one intentionally shared home. Kids. Careers. Co-parenting. Laundry. Sick days. School drop-offs and events. Being a mom – especially to young kids – is a full-on, full-body, full-heart kind of life. And for many, the traditional models of family and support just don’t

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From Puppy to Service Dog: Inside Gray’s Canine Academy

Words June Murray Dagnall Photo Sarah Hartley Photography With a strong understanding of the working relationship between humans and animals, Allison Gray founded Gray’s Canine Academy on principles of compassion, precision and purpose. Every dog trained at the Academy meets national and internationally-recognized standards, ensuring high skill, reliability and consistency – always with care at

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A Happy, Well-Adjusted Dog: Puppy Training 101

Words Darcie Jennings, Founder & Head Trainer, CommuniCanine Training & Behavioral Counselling Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting experience. Puppies are like sponges, soaking up information from their environment, so it’s crucial to provide them with the right foundation early on. Proper training, thoughtful socialization and recognizing and addressing any behavioural

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Get Out! – Home Sweet Holiday: Why This Year’s Best Family Vacation Might Just Be Right Here

Words & Photos Shelley Tice This year, more families than ever are choosing to skip the airport lineups and traffic jams in favour of something simpler, slower and surprisingly satisfying – a good old-fashioned staycation! When you live on the Saanich Peninsula, one of the most scenic and adventure-filled corners of Vancouver Island, staying close

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First Word

Words Seaside Sue, Publisher & Owner There is a funny thing about time. When you’re in the thick of parenting – lunches to pack, rides to soccer, bed time stories – it feels like it will never slow down. But then one day, you blink and your kids are taller than you. Yes, my son

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Inside Out – Finding Steadiness in Unsteady Times

Words Robin Evan Willis, Registered Clinical Counsellor If you've been feeling more anxious or exhausted than usual, you're not alone. We're living through a convergence of crises: economic instability, escalating global conflict, climate anxiety and deepening social division. The relentless churn of alarming news leaves many of us overwhelmed and unsettled. But staying informed doesn't

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One Food, Three Ways – Cottage Cheese

Words Harninder Jacquot, Reel Meals YYJ Photo Sarah Hartley Photography I scream! You scream! We all scream for ... protein? Cottage cheese offers several health benefits, including supporting weight loss, providing essential nutrients and promoting muscle growth. It is also a good source of calcium, which is important for bone health. Whether you are a

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