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Last Word from the Editor-in-Chief

June 23, 2022

by Allison Smith - The other day, I was heading home from Sidney, turning south onto the Pat Bay Highway from Beacon. While waiting at the light, I noticed a motorcycle parked just outside of the merge lane. Beside it, a man (presumably the rider) had spread his jacket on the ground and stretched out [...]

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First Word from the Publisher

May 26, 2022

by Sue Hodgson - This issue we have much to celebrate including a special feature introducing some men from our community, our 9th annual Men To Watch (pg 37). When I think of the men in my life right now, I think of my son, Lucas. Yes, I’m a very proud mom! As parents we

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From the Kitchen – Celebrating with a Classic

May 26, 2022

by Joan Saunders | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography - Those who know me, know that if I had to choose between chocolate and lemon, I would always choose lemon. I would even choose caramel over chocolate. Blasphemy, say many. However, having a lovely chocolate cake for a special treat is something that most people

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In Fashion – Something from Nothing: The Seaqual Initiative

May 26, 2022

A few seasons ago in the menswear business, we started hearing of something called the Seaqual Initiative. At first I thought, like many things, it was something dreamed up by a marketing executive to increase sales. Turns out I was wrong (no surprise there). The Seaqual Initiative name kept surfacing on brands that we source

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Inside Out – Difficult Conversations: How to Support a Loved One Struggling With Addiction

May 26, 2022

by Priya Sharma, Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor, Tsartlip First Nation - Providing support to a loved one dealing with a substance use disorder (more commonly known as addiction) can be exceptionally challenging. Unless you work in the field or have lived experience, it can be difficult to navigate conversations about substance use and set

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