Living

Words Jackie LaPlante The Maritime provinces of Canada produce admirable numbers of award-winning authors – not to mention comedians and musicians. The cultural voice of the region is distinct, as the Irish and Celtic heritages of many residents influence the accent and music. The region has often been seen as politically under-regarded, and suffers harsh [...]

Words Chace Whitson, Chace Whitson Real Estate Group Photos Jacob McNeil, Platinum Creative Country Elegance on the Saanich Peninsula Let the road wind away from the bustle of town and into the calm heart of Central Saanich. The landscape stretches in a patchwork of green, framed by forest and the soft rise of Mount Newton.

Words Tabatha Golat Few music documentaries can capture an era vividly, but Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery does exactly that. This month’s film recommendation, streaming on CBC Gem, brings the festival’s energy and spirit to life. Directed by Ally Pankiw and produced by Dan Levy under his Not a Real Production banner, this 2025 documentary

Words Cassidy Nunn Photo Nunn Other Photography “I’m having a big girl summer,” my five-and-a-half-year-old daughter stated as she kicked her legs out in front of her on the swing and then tucked them back in, propelling herself higher and higher on the playground swing set. “I learned to pump on the swings with no

Words & Photos Susan Beiderwieden I was hopeful I would finally see some whales. After 37 years on Vancouver Island, I had only gotten a few glimpses of the local orcas. So, when the Times Colonist ran an article about the MV Uchuck III, describing the different cruises offered by Getwest Adventures, we signed up.

Words & Photos Shelley Tice On a sunny Sunday morning, I set out in search of a walk that would take my family somewhere we hadn’t explored before. The goal was simple – a short, scenic stroll to enjoy the changing seasons and a little local discovery close to home. We found exactly what we

Words Jessica O'Brien Cameron Wealth Advisor, Portfolio Manager, CIBC Wood Gundy As the year is coming to a close, many organizations take this opportunity to reflect on their impact and consider ways to give back. The holiday season makes this a particularly meaningful time to explore charitable contributions. For businesses, thoughtful corporate giving can offer

Words Dr. Marita Schauch, ND Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre The dark days really seem to creep up on us, especially as we hit daylight savings time. Suddenly you might find yourself driving to work in the dark and driving home in the dark, wondering if you can even remember what the sun felt like