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by Tania Tomaszewska – A glass of wine is a great way to armchair travel. Swirl, close your eyes, smell, taste and feel where it takes you.  The journey can take a few different tacks depending on your interests. Perhaps it’s a deep dive into viticulture, farming, geology: thinking about why the winery has chosen its site and grape varieties. Or maybe the art and influence of the winemaker (or choice to intervene as little as possible in the process) intrigues you. You might be looking at the bottle labelRead More

by Jo Barnes – For over 30 years he worked in the field of land stewardship; now he works in his own field modelling what it means to be a steward of the land. Mike Romaine, owner of Saanich’s certified organic Healing Farm, has held many provincial and federal government positions looking at land use and sustainability, and now operates his own farm applying these principles and educating others. “We need to reconnect with our natural environment,” shares Mike. “It can be viable, long term and sustainable.” After his retirementRead More

by Jo Barnes – The warmth of the sun on your face. All is quiet save the birdsong and the splash of water from your paddle. The only physical distancing here is from you to the next horizon. During this pandemic time, when human connections are limited impacting our mental outlook, kayaking offers a delightful way find open space and feel revitalized again. Not only is it a good workout that strengthens and tone muscles, but it also provides a unique personal encounter with nature. Unlike other watercraft, in aRead More

by Krista Rossato – Home is important: It’s where we start each day, and return to each night. It provides us with joy, security, belonging and privacy. However, we now face a new and unique challenge: our homes have become a place for everything – living, learning and working. Settling into a work-at-home lifestyle is a transition that takes planning and diligence. These low-cost strategies can help you find balance. Establish boundaries for yourself, and with your family or roommates. Talk to your employer about a flexible schedule based on whenRead More

by Janice Henshaw – As Canadians, we love our personal space, right? So much so that our new homes have doubled in size since the 1970s, while at the same time our family size has decreased. Why do we need such large homes? Well, one answer to this question is “Because we can.”  At the other end of the spectrum are tiny homes on wheels, homes for people who would rather live simply without the burden of a huge mortgage. In comparing sizes, several tiny homes could fit into theRead More