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by Robin Willis, Registered Clinical Counsellor - The Saanich Peninsula is magical in the warmer months. But as the sun calls us to outdoor gatherings, many feel dread rather than excitement. The thought of mingling at a neighbourhood block party or community festival can trigger a whirlwind of anxiety. Summer on the Peninsula brings bustling [...]

by Liberty Bears - In 1858, several American Black emigrants arrived in Victoria from California hoping for a better life. It was the beginning of the Fraser River gold rush and many people came from around the world in search of opportunity. On the first ship that brought miners from California, the Commodore, there were

by Tilar J. Mazzeo | photos by Janis Jean Photography - The Hugo Spritz Conceived at the San Zeno Bar in the northern Italy in 2005, this is a low- or no-alcohol sparkler that won’t leave you conked out on your pool lounger and sorry tomorrow. It’s fresh mint leaves – and if you’re an

by Connie Dunwoody, Broadmead Care Foundation -  I don't know about you, but it seems my mom was right (again). The older you get, the faster life goes. Or maybe it's just a different perspective: the older you get, the more you realize how quickly life can change. A friend shared an analogy with me

On June 8, 2024, friends, family and hockey teammates gathered for the eighth annual Seaside Magazine's Help Fill a Dream Charity Road Hockey Tournament. The day dawned bright and sunny, and it was clear that everyone was excited to participate in this amazing annual event once again. Competition was fierce, community support was strong and