Stories

First Word from the Publisher

by Sue Hodgson -  Publishing Seaside Magazine continues to be one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Every day I work closely with other small business owners and creators in our vibrant community, highlighting their work and telling their stories. From the coffee shop owner who pours her heart into every cup to [...]

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Globehopping – Off The Beaten Path: 5 of The Most Scenic Trails on Vancouver Island

story and photos by Shelley Tice -  Hiking is an easy, inexpensive way to experience the natural beauty of Vancouver Island. Our family's favourite hikes lead us through West Coast forests to beautiful views, vistas and beaches that we can visit in a few hours, keeping everyone happy. We typically pair our hikes with our

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The Golden Years – Love, Loss & Letting Go: A Daughter’s Journey

by Sherrin Griffin VP, Operations, Sidney SeniorCare -  This past July, I lost my Dad. After an 18-month-long odyssey encompassing a hip replacement at 89, severe incontinence, multiple cancer diagnoses and bad falls, countless stints in and out of the hospital, failing mobility, debilitating pain, anxiety and increasing dementia, my poor Dad is finally at

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NIȽ TU,O – in the beginning: NIȽ TU,O Collaboration to Centralize Coast Salish Law in Child & Family Care

by Katharina Stocker | photos courtesy NIȽ TU,O Child & Family Services -  As a Delegated Aboriginal Agency, NIȽ TU,O administers parts of the Child, Family, and Community Service Act, the main child protection law enacted by Canada's colonial government. NIȽ TU,O, however, is Coast-Salish-Led and recognizes Coast Salish laws governing the care of children

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One Thing, Three Ways – One Table, Three Ways: Versatility in Small Spaces

by Jennifer Etherington, Avenue B Home Décor -  In a compact living space, every piece of furniture should offer more than one function. A versatile table can be a game-changer, serving multiple purposes while saving valuable space. Here's how to use a single table (our beautiful Lexi table) as a dining table, an end table,

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Steph’s Day Out – Row On!

by Stephanie Staples | photos by Kathryn Alvarez Photography -  It looks so easy when they do it! Hot on the heels of the Paris Olympics, and just days after Canada medalled in rowing, I hopped in a four-person sculling boat right here on the Peninsula. Happy to have my own dream team of new

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