by Doreen Marion Gee – **The Saanich Legacy Foundation and the District of Saanich want ALL kids to benefit from recreational opportunities. The “kidsFUNd” provides assistance if funds are a barrier to recreation. Call 250.475.5407. June 1 to 15: Small Group Fitness 101. In a small group, teens will learn techniques for strength training, using […]
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I admit I’m feeling a little down right now, having found out that our lovely neighbour passed away suddenly and that a dear family member is very ill. When bad news seems to be all that surrounds you, it’s hard to be cheerful and craft something – hopefully interesting and a little bit funny –
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There’s something about the clocks springing forward that brings a sense of optimism. Even the most cynical of us can’t help but feel a twinge of excitement the first time we leave for work in daylight. The start of the new season also provides us with the chance to review the season past and note
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Seaside Magazine’s 2018 Women to Watch Cocktail Event: 1. 2018 Woman to Watch Tamara Knott, Bright Greens Canada 2. Tara Brunet, Training by Tara Brunet; Emma McCormick, Emma McCormick Creative Planning & Production 3. Janet Lynch, Groom That Dog; Cheyanne Cave, Happy Tails Teeth Cleaning 4. Margie Shenduk, Casman Group 5. Christina Smith, Books
by Viola Van de Ruyt – Has this crossed your mind? Here are three reasons why you might want to take another look. Responsible Investing is an approach that incorporates environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues into the investment process. Therefore, one reason is that pension managers globally, including our own Canada Pension Plan, now consider
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by Deborah Rogers – I get some interesting comments about my “Days Out” gig: people wonder what I’ll get up to next, and I definitely pick up on the readers’ feeling that my life is pretty sweet being sent off to kayak, horseback ride and drive sports cars! I’ll own up to it: life is
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by Lara Gladych – RETAIL Art, Print & Framing Island Blue Sidney is on the move! They are excited to be relocating to the former Lunn’s Bakery location at 2453 Beacon Avenue. The new space will offer the same products and services they offer now, with the possibility for expansion. They are still at 2411
by Paula Kully – If you’re anything like me, you have walked by Port Sidney Marina many times while out enjoying a stroll along the waterfront walkway that runs by it. But have you ever wondered what happens beyond that alluring welcome arch over the entrance? I have, and I was quite amazed to discover
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by Gillian Crowley – Cast off wintry blues with the Peninsula’s blooming arts and entertainment this month. West Coast and African Photography Local photographer Helen B. Watt showcases her collection of dramatic West Coast landscapes, seascapes, wildlife and colourful botanicals. A bonus, her “Taste of Africa” exhibit features spectacular photographs from Kenya and Tanzania. Drop
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by Dr. Kristen Bovee, Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic & Hydrate IV Wellness Centre – Fish contain beneficial oils called polyunsaturated fats (PUFA’s or Omega 3 oils) that our bodies need to survive, making them an important part of our diet. We have difficulty making these fats on our own, so they are called “essential” fatty acids.
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