by Jo Barnes | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography – Farming is all about growing. But it’s not always about growing plants or livestock; it is also about growing community. The former Sandown Raceway site, on the traditional lands of the W̱SÁNEĆ people, now features the Sandown Centre for Regenerative Agriculture. It will be a hub
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by Deborah Rogers – When we proposed to the group that we would look at Podcasts – instead of a book – this month, I wasn’t sure what the reaction would be. It was a suggestion from one of our long-time members, but because I had never had much inclination to listen to a podcast,
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by Deborah Rogers – What’s the one thing that a British person living abroad always says they miss about home? Family; a certain variety of tea; Marmite; these might come out of their mouth, but deep down what they are really thinking is “I miss the pub!” My goodness, how I miss the pub. Getting
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by Paula Kully – News, changes, updates, launches? Email news@seasideamagazin@seaside. WINNING COMBINATIONS Picture PerfectThere is something about the Saanich Peninsula that attracts amazing photographers. That talent was brought to light recently when the Victoria Camera Club won the Lions Gate Celebration of Nature photographic competition. The competition is only open to camera clubs, not individuals,
by Tina Kelly, Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea | Photo by Jeff Reindl – Wolf eels, jellyfish and an octopus aren’t the only stars of the show at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea. Volunteers are key to the success of the non-profit aquarium. Lately, there’s been much ado about one particular volunteer.
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by Sherrin Griffin VP, Operations, Sidney SeniorCare – When the progression of my grandfather’s cancer affected the safety of his driving, for himself and others, my mother and grandmother knew it was “time.” Although I don’t recall the specific details of how they gently suggested that he give up driving, I do remember the quiet
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SEASIDE HOMES – Hook & Hook Designs: A Full-Out Reno of Their Own! Read More »
by Matt Hall, Red Feather Horticulture – Native gardens are one of our favourites (and our specialties) to install. They are beautiful, beneficial to local wildlife and, if well planned, can save on your watering bill. Even if not attempting a fully naturalized landscape, we try to include native plants in many of our designs.
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