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On Design – Centrepieces: From Everyday To Festive

August 22, 2024

by Paul Chambers, Davidson Chambers Entertaining & Home | photos by Tanya Murchie - As we shift from the bright days of summer into the first days of fall, decorating changes more at this time of the year than any other. With a few decorating holidays upon us, we tend to put additional thought into [...]

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Screen Scene – Julie & Julia: The Proper Ingredients for a Standout Film

August 22, 2024

by Tabatha Golat - Much like an amazing meal, a good film requires the proper ingredients to satisfy the palate. The recipe for a standout film depends on taste – some like sweet and fluffy, while others prefer the heat of an action film. I enjoy a variety of genres, but this month's film recommendation,

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2024 Fall Book Wrap-Up

August 22, 2024

by Jackie LaPlante - Hey, Zoey Sarah Crossan Sarah Crossan's funny yet pensive novel explores several pertinent social issues – the foremost being whether and to what degree humans are susceptible to artificial intelligence (AI). Dolores discovers a full-sized, AI-equipped blow-up doll in her garage. Should she confront her husband? Does a dalliance with an

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Living Off the Land – Campion Farm: Bounty from the Backyard

August 22, 2024

by Jo Barnes | photos by Kathryn Alvarez Photography - Let's see, what do I need? Hmmm … salad greens, tomatoes, zucchini and maybe some pork chops for dinner. Now where can I find all that? For most of us, we would search the aisles of a grocery store. But for the owners of Campion

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Inside Out – Hearing Health & Communication Practices

August 22, 2024

by Edward Storzer, Audiologist, Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre - Living your best life includes many aspects of healthy lifestyle choices, and maintaining good hearing health is an area that is often overlooked, but of critical importance to our overall mental health and physical and social well-being. Some Data About Hearing Loss •

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The Natural Path – The Benefits of Seasonal Eating

August 22, 2024

by Dr. Marita Schauch, ND, Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre - Living here on Vancouver Island could not be a more blissful experience … especially when it comes to the abundance of local fare! The benefits of eating local are many, with positives for the environment, our bodies and the community. Let's have a look at

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Three Ways to Keep Yourself Organized for Mealtime

August 22, 2024

by Kelly Finerty - Cool rains are welcome relief to hot summer months, beckoning us to curl up over hot drinks and favourite foods. With the busyness of life waking up, fall mealtimes often fade, and I can't be alone in grabbing a bag of chips, declaring mealtime accomplished. Knowing we must eat, the question

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Pet Talk – Stressed Out: Understanding Your Pet’s Behaviour

August 22, 2024

by Jacqueline Nicoll, K & Co. Marketing - Ever wondered what's going on in your furry friend's head? Our pets might not speak our language, but they have their own ways of telling us how they're feeling. Whether you're a dog devotee or a cat lover, understanding your pet's behaviour is key to ensuring they're

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From the Kitchen – Incredible Ingredients

August 22, 2024

by Joan Saunders | photos by Kathryn Alvarez Photography - A friend recently confessed to me that when I said something was easy to cook, they didn't always believe me. Whoa. That was a bit gut-wrenching, but I can understand the feelings behind the statement. Sometimes the final product in a magazine or cookbook looks

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School Lunches Three Ways

August 22, 2024

by Charlotte Edwardson, Owner, Deep Cove Trading Co. | photos by Janis Jean - School lunches don't have to be mundane and repetitive. With a little inspiration, you can transform lunchtime into a delicious, nutritious and exciting part of your child's day. Here are three quick-to-prepare school lunch ideas that combine taste and fun to

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