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Words Jamila Douhaibi Photo Janis Jean The Sidney Fire Hall has never had a traditional fire pole to slide down. Volunteer firefighter Robert Tyler has been with the Sidney Fire Department for 43 years and three different fire halls without one. The new hall now has a circular slide from the third floor but Robert [...]

Words Farmlands Trust Society The Farmlands Trust Society is a not-for-profit charity whose vision is to preserve local farmland and protect food security. Established in 2008, the Farmlands Trust (FLT) remains a vibrant grassroots organization supporting local farmland management, ecological sustainability, and community outreach among socially disadvantaged individuals. The FLT brings this vision to life

Words June Murray Dagnall Have something for New & Noteworthy? Email noteworthy@seasidemagazine.ca.   65 Years in the Community “Rooted in Christ, and growing together,” the Peace Luteran Church in Sidney is celebrating 65 years! A special weekend of festivities is planned for June 21 and 22. Rev. Dr. John Arthur Nunes, PhD, will be the

Words Jo Barnes Photo Tanya Murchie She paints about water, with water and regularly ... right on the water! Based out of North Saanich, Sheena Lott is a multi-talented artist whose latest works feature Sidney’s waterfront, but it is the location of her art classes that is most unusual: on board cruise ships on the

Words ashley morris Photo NILTUO Child & Family Services Society   On April 16, 2025, NIȽ TU,O Child and Family Services proudly hosted an unforgettable HEUIST TŦE ḴELAḴ (Honour the Babies) event. Families, staff, and representatives from local organizations came together to celebrate the babies born over the past year from the seven communities NIȽ

Words Cassidy Nunn Photo Nunn Other Photography Long time Victoria-based dressage rider, judge and volunteer Sheila Skene has been an integral part of the sport of dressage both here on the Island and nationally. The sport of dressage, which can sometimes be described as “horse ballet,” is the art of riding and training a horse

This month, as we spotlight men to watch, I’ve found myself reflecting on the kind of strength that often goes unnoticed – the strength it takes to change course, to lift others up, to lead with quiet support and steady encouragement. My partner, Tyler, recently became a registered massage therapist, graduating as valedictorian at the

Words Jo Barnes Photos Tanya Murchie She sews silky satins by the seashore. The satins she sews are super, I’m sure. While the description of Britney King’s work may trip up your tongue, her beautiful gowns are easy on the eyes. For 15 years, from her North Saanich studio, Britney has not only been creating

Words June Murray Dagnall Photo Sarah Hartley Photography With a strong understanding of the working relationship between humans and animals, Allison Gray founded Gray’s Canine Academy on principles of compassion, precision and purpose. Every dog trained at the Academy meets national and internationally-recognized standards, ensuring high skill, reliability and consistency – always with care at