by Paula Kully – Several years ago, while waiting in the Prince George airport, I began talking with the gentlemen sitting next to me. Through our conversation, I discovered he was a Freemason; you know, that secret society that has its own handshake and mysterious rituals. I also gained a new perspective of Freemasons and […]
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by Chloe Cross, BMO Financial Group, Sidney – In 2009, the federal government launched what has turned out to be a highly popular investment vehicle called the tax-free savings account (TFSA). The TFSA is a government-designed account that allows taxpayers to earn interest, dividends and capital gains on a tax-free basis. The TFSA is ideal
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by Deborah Rogers – Puttering out of Port Sidney Marina on a glorious morning – the sea calm and glassy and nothing but a few puffy clouds in the blue sky – I feel exceptionally fortunate. I’m in the good company of Reg Kirkham of Island Camping Water Taxi Services for a morning of exploring
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by Shai Thompson, House of Lily Koi – Style Tip for Father’s Day: When buying your father that special gift that non-verbally expresses your deep appreciation for all he has done for you in your lifetime and all he will continue to do, absolutely do not give him a pair of socks. Or if you
by Ted Daly, former Sidney Councillor and former Mayor of North Saanich – What does “getting outdoors” mean to you? Getting outdoors used to mean golf or kayaking. Not anymore! Now it means strapping on my backpack and finding a trail in another country that’s calling my name. Two years ago it was an epic
