Living

Words Sherrin Griffin, Sidney Senior Care As my Mom and I plan my Dad’s Celebration of Life, we’ve been wondering about the “proper protocol” for these events. And with very little experience of attending celebrations of life, let alone planning one for a dear family member, we both want to “do the right thing” and [...]

Words & Photos Shelley Tice You don’t have to be a tourist to enjoy Butchart Gardens in the summer. On warm evenings from Wednesday to Sunday, the gardens transform into a glowing retreat, complete with live music, twinkling lights and an unmistakable sense of magic. Many locals enjoy the summer nights, armed with a picnic

Words & Photo Tina Kelly World Ocean Day and Ocean Week Victoria are behind us – one day, one week, that shines a spotlight on the marine environment and encourages us to learn more about the ocean and our connection to it. The hope – a better understanding and a stronger connection will inspire caring

Words Dr. Marita Schauch, ND, Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre Given how grey the winter months are here on Vancouver Island, many of us make it our priority to get out and enjoy the sunshine while it’s here, soaking up that vitamin D and enjoying our beaches, lakes and rivers. But after months of soaking

Words & Photo Stephanie Staples For various reasons, I hadn't yet visited the Malahat SkyWalk since it first opened its doors in 2021. I’m fit and able-bodied, and had hiked up Jocelyn Hill to be at the same height to witness a similar (and spectacular) view. I didn't feel like I was missing anything. But,