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Arts Scene – Diana Schaffter: Putting Pen to Paper for Planetary Purpose

Words Jo Barnes Photo Sarah Hartley Photography As we step into a brand-new year, many of us will resolve to make our little corner of the world a better place, maybe recycle more or use products that are environmentally safe. One local author took her environmental concerns and resolved to apply them right around the [...]

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Inside 676 Squadron: Building Leaders, One Cadet at a Time

Words June Murray Dagnall Photos Wind Gypsy Photography The Cadet Program is a dynamic program for young Canadians aged 12 to 18 across the country. Join Air Cadets and participate in exciting and challenging activities that you can't experience anywhere else! At 676 Kittyhawk Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron, located in North Saanich, leadership is

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First Word

Words Seaside Sue, Publisher & Owner January often gives me a moment to breathe – not because everything magically becomes easier, but because everything seems to quiet down just enough for us to hear ourselves again. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how kindness shows up in the world. Not in big, dramatic gestures,

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Meet Your Neighbours – Living With Alzheimer’s

Words Jamila Douhaibi Photo Wind Gypsy Photography Patricia is a 75-year-old former executive and business owner who has Alzheimer’s Disease. Unfortunately, there is still stigma against many diseases that countless people face throughout their lifetimes. But diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s need to be highlighted in our society to enable those facing new unknowns, and

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The Vancouver Island South Film & Media Commission – Shaping a New Era for Local Filmmaking

Words June Murray Dagnall Photo Emma Rossum photography On southern Vancouver Island, where rugged coastline meets creative energy, a quiet transformation has been unfolding that is powered by filmmakers, local businesses, and the people who call this place home. At the centre of it is Tara-Lee Novak, the newly appointed Film Commissioner, whose journey into

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Charity Connections – West Coast REACH Association: REACHing Out Through Music

Words & Photos West Coast REACH Association “Music and performing arts have such potential and power to touch hearts and change lives,” says Anne-Marie Brimacombe, “and REACH does that so effectively.” Founded in 2017 by Sidney residents Anne-Marie and Peter Brimacombe, West Coast REACH Association now produces seven dynamic programs with three unique performing groups

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Last Word

Words Allison Smith, Editor-in-Chief One year ago, we launched our "new look" after many hours of collaboration and hard work. Over the last 12 months, we've tweaked and finetuned here and there but the response from our community has been overwhelmingly positive, so we knew – since our readers are our best and most important

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First Word

Words Seaside Sue, Publisher & Owner As we step into the holiday season, I find myself pausing a little more, noticing the small things that make this time of year feel special. For me, it has always been about connection – the quiet moments and the unmistakable feeling of belonging. While working on this issue,

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