Stories

by Randall Mang, Real Estate Advisor, Engel and Völkers, Saanich Peninsula Specialist -  Beyond the trees and gardens budding across the Peninsula, the perennial spring real estate market is bursting to life. Among the current market conditions affecting dealmaking, new taxes have popped up that beg attention. First, the market: Since striking a balanced tone

by Cassidy Nunn | photo by Nunn Other Photography -  "Jingle Bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way … ." As I write this it's now April, a full three months after Christmas. I'm perched on the rocking chair in my daughter's room. She sits on my lap in her jammies and we rock back

photos and story by Scottee Giles - Gathered at a trailhead on a cool spring morning, our little group chatted excitedly about the geocaching adventure ahead. Beaver Lake reflected a sky of scattered clouds and the well-marked trail led into the forest to the north. What exactly is geocaching? It's an outdoor activity using GPS

by Heidi Hackman & Colleen McNamee, District Career Coordinators, SD 63 | photo by Brandon Heyer -  Where does the time go? We started writing this column two years ago, highlighting how dual credit career programs have allowed students to jumpstart their career or choose an alternative pathway to earn credit towards graduation. There is

by Dr. Marita Schauch, ND, Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre -  In older generations, the "cure all" of fresh air was a popular focus. You may have heard your grandmother say that "all you need is a little fresh air" when you were feeling unwell, or see doctors in period pieces recommending their patients take

by Tabatha Golat -  I like movies; in fact, I love them. So, when I first saw the trailer for the Canadian-made dramatic comedy I Like Movies, I immediately searched for a local screening and was pleasantly surprised to find Star Cinema in Sidney was doing a run. After watching it, I can say with