Living

Words Ann Nightingale, Rocky Point Bird Observatory Photos Rocky Point Bird Observatory Most of us have become familiar with the “who cooks for you” call or the monkey-like screams of the Barred Owl, a species that was first recorded in Victoria in 1969, but did you know there is a smaller owl that is much [...]

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