– by Esther Harvey, Instep Accounting – A budget is a tool/plan to guide and control spending through the holiday season and beyond. Basically it is a list of what you need and what you want in say, a month, compared to the amount of income you actually receive in the same period. How to create […]
Common Cents: Budgeting for the Holidays and Beyond
– by Erin Bremner – It’s that time again! How did it possibly get here so quickly? These days it seems like the days just fly by, but this holiday season I’m going to find time to enjoy it! I’ve got a plan for gift giving, I’ve got a few key outfits to wear for
Find Your Fashion in Downtown Sidney
– by Barry Mathias – People who move to islands do so for a variety of reasons, but two in particular: those who want to make an economic killing, or those who want to belong and contribute to a small community. The first become rapidly disenchanted, like those who think it might be fun to
Island Life: The Attraction of Islands – Further Thoughts
– by Doreen Marion Gee – This is part of a rotating series of articles on members of Sidney Meet Up, featuring people in business on the Saanich Peninsula. Peninsula U-Brew Winery staff always knew that the product from their kits was a wine-lover’s dream. With recent changes to liquor regulations, they are delighted that
New Respect for Wine Kits: Peninsula U-Brew Winery
– by Doreen Marion Gee – The holidays are supposed to be a joyous and happy time of celebration. However, the stress of the season can put a serious damper on the merry-making. It is important to relax and stay healthy – physically and mentally – in order to reap the most rewards from this
In Good Health: Staying Well During the Holidays With Local Health Care Services
