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Words & Photo Tina Kelly Take a look for the little guys – the little ones with many legs and wings. They’re not creepy crawlies; let’s relegate that term to the history books. Language matters, words matter and pollinators aren’t creepy, they’re beneficial and essential. Not calling them creepy isn’t enough though – get to know

Chronic pain – defined as persistent discomfort lasting longer than three months – affects millions of people in Canada and can dramatically impact their daily life, work, sleep and emotional well-being.  While medications and surgery are commonly considered, many people want non-pharmaceutical means of managing their chronic pain. One option in B.C. is osteopathy, a

Words Kelly Finerty Comedy Horror Series One Season (2026) TV-MA Apple TV & Prime Video Something unfamiliar this way comes, with a dip into a spooky story from the seaside of a cursed New England Island in the 2026 TV Series Widow’s Bay, created by Katie Dippold. Not your traditional horror with its delicate lacing

Words June Murray Dagnall Photos Sarah Hartley Photography Nestled along the sheltered waters of Brentwood Bay in the historic seaside enclave of Moodyville, a quaint cottage called “Souleiado” captures the quiet charm of a bygone era. Tucked among cottages and old boathouses on the north shore of the bay, this beloved waterfront retreat encompasses the

Words Dr. Marita Schauch, ND Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre Summer is practically upon us, and as you get beach ready, bloating might be cramping your style. While bloating may be common, it definitely isn’t normal. It is normal for your stomach to expand slightly after eating, as the food moves into your body and

Words Natasha Jackson, CPHR, Psychological Health & Safety Professional and Workplace Health Consultant How Volunteering Fills Your Bucket While Building Your Village You know that feeling of standing in the middle of a crowded marketplace, surrounded by hundreds of people going about their day, yet somehow feeling completely alone? Everyone’s rushing past with purpose, moving

Words & Photos Shelley Tice Music Bingo at Beacon Brewing is a reminder that simple nights out can be the most fun If you are looking for an easy and enjoyable outing close to home, consider making plans for a local night in Sidney. We recently headed out for Monday night Music Bingo at Beacon

Words Jackie LaPlante Photos Tanner's Books When the Forest Breathes: Renewal and Resilience in the Natural World  Suzanne Simard British Columbian author and forestry specialist Suzanne Simard was a pioneer in introducing the concept of trees as intelligent, communicative entities. Through her “Mother Tree” project, she continues to speak her mind and has become something

Words & Photos Stacey Toews It’s Like a Veggie RRSP! Imagine YOUR garden as a place with fresh asparagus every spring! This article is meant to help you make that into a reality. Asparagus is like a veggie RRSP: get it started with a few strong contributions, and you’ll have decades in the future to

Words Kelly Finerty Documentary Comedy Series 6 episodes ~ 16 min each Netflix TV-14 (2026) A nice change from the Hollywood pace, this month’s pick for your viewing pleasure elevates the documentary genre to comedic heights with a charming production showcasing the beauty of Vancouver Island in Zach Galifianakis’ This is a Gardening Show. Laughing