by Paula Kully – Many people living on the Saanich Peninsula may not be aware that our region is home to one of the largest marine research centres in Canada. I’m speaking of the Institute of Ocean Sciences (IOS) located on Pat Bay. This well-hidden gem in our community holds many remarkable secrets and is […]
Behind the Scenes: Diving Deeper at the Institute of Ocean Sciences
by Solara Goldwynn, Hatchet & Seed – Autumn is my favourite time of year, with the crisp air, the bright blue skies, and so much goodness coming out of the garden. It’s also the busiest time of year for my small business, an edible landscaping company that I own with my husband. This is the
Island Dish: Smoky Eggplant and Tomato Pasta
by Alex Osborne, Herman Miller – Talk to any ergonomic consultant and the common theme is that most work environments are not designed to support our tasks and our bodies. Ergonomics in the workplace can be broken down into three branches: physical, cognitive and social. Physical: How are we interacting with the tools required to
Inside Out: The Delicate Ecosystem of Our Workstations
by Gillian Crowley – Enjoy a week-long celebration of the visual arts that includes the Sidney Fine Art Show, ArtSea Fall Studio Tour and new community engagement activities throughout the week of October 13 to 22. Sidney Fine Art Show The 2017 Sidney Fine Art Show is a first-class juried art show for serious artists,
by Chris Cowland – Driving today’s cars is akin to sitting in an armchair watching a video screen. Phrases from the past such as double declutching are positively alien, and a perfectly executed handbrake turn brings withering looks rather than smiles and admiration. Driving today’s motorbikes, however, is quite the opposite. In my teens, flat out
