Stories

Meet Your Neighbours – Karen Hoshal: Telling the Story of Her Ancestors

by Jamila Douhaibi | photo by Kathryn Alvarez Photography -  Meet your neighbours from 1858. That was the year Black pioneers Charles and Nancy Alexander migrated from St. Louis, Missouri to Saanich. Their story and connection with the community has been shared by their direct descendant, Karen Alexander Hoshal. Karen is a founding member of

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In Fashion – Keep Calm & Carry-On

by Laura McLarty, Flush Bathroom & Travel Essentials -  Travelling soon? Like most modern travellers, you're probably concerned with checking a bag and would rather be packing your essentials in a carry-on. (Smart move.) Between rising baggage fees and rising baggage losses, it seems like the best way to go. The trick is maximizing your

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Chickpeas 3 Ways

by Chantal Davis, nutritionist & health advocate | photo by Janis Jean Photography -  Chickpeas are a staple in our house, and we always have a stash of dried chickpeas in our pantry. They are easy to cook from scratch after soaking overnight and they are an excellent ingredient to add to your meal prep

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Weatherwit – Flaps Up

by Steve Sakiyama -  My first attempt at flying was as a young lad when I jumped off our front porch with an open umbrella. You know, like Mary Poppins. Although scratched from a rough landing in the bushes below, in a state of convoluted logic my next flight plan involved the use of a

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