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Outdoor Dining 3 Ways

May 26, 2022

by Hayley Jackson, Viane Designs & Styling - There really isn't anything better than summer on the West Coast. After such a long cold spring with so much rain, it's nice to finally be able to host outside and enjoy your patio space! Sitting outside and enjoying the scenery with friends or family is something [...]

Outdoor Dining 3 Ways

Men to Watch – BALANCE: Running a Business & Growing a Family on the Saanich Peninsula

May 26, 2022

by Sean McNeill, McTavish Academy of Art | photo by Alysha McNeill - Ahh yes: “Balance.” This is a word that seems so simple in theory, yet achieving it is an ever-evolving work of art, and the journey is different for each and every one of us. Approaching six years since opening the doors at

Men to Watch – BALANCE: Running a Business & Growing a Family on the Saanich Peninsula

Seaside Homes – Who’s Afraid of the Building Inspector?

May 26, 2022

by Janice Henshaw - Not me! I interviewed Sidney's senior building inspector, Andre James, and was impressed with his affable manner and expressed interest in helping to guide builders and homeowners through the building inspection process. He seems ready and willing to help answer questions and is not scary at all! There is a province-wide

Seaside Homes – Who’s Afraid of the Building Inspector?

Our Adoption Story

April 28, 2022

by Patricia Pearson | photos by Krystle Schofield - Our newborn son has been turning heads in the neighbourhood; in part because he's so darn cute, but also because I was never pregnant. Addysen is adopted. While those close to us know we've been on this journey for many years, it is a wonderful surprise

Our Adoption Story

Women on the Water

April 28, 2022

by Coral Payne | photo by Janice Tremblay - We are so privileged to live on this beautiful Peninsula surrounded by water! Looking at the water is one thing, but have you ever stood on the shore and longed to be out there on a sailboat? There are many local opportunities for all levels of

Women on the Water