As Remembrance Day nears, my thoughts always turn to one veteran in particular: my grandfather, Norman Constantine, who served as a Captain with the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals in the Second World War. A few years before he passed away, my mom and I sat down with him and my grandma with a list […]
What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur? When meeting Jeff Mallett for our Can We Talk interview, he revealed that “true leaders never get pulled too far in either direction … one way to help make that happen is to be very self aware of strengths and weaknesses, listen and learn from others,
Always on the lookout for cool local products and services, Seaside’s Trendspotter Susi McMillan turns her thought to local art this month, of all genres and mediums … 1) Luke Hart-Weller, Salt Spring Island (wood, copper) copperwoodgallery.com 2) Chris Paul, Brentwood First Nations (steel) chrispaul.ca 3) Richard York, Salt Spring Island (block print) studio2901.ca
Trendspotting: Masters & Newcomers
by Laurie Salvador, Salvador, Davis & Co., Notaries Public – Typically, small businesses start small: a few tools, some equipment, a lease and a lot of sweat equity. The business begins to grow and more equipment, larger work spaces and soon staff are added to the mix. Most small business owners have loans attached to
Common Cents: Estate Planning for the Small Business Owner
by Lara Gladych – OPENINGS Smooth Moves Radiance Body Wax & Sugar Studio, in North Saanich, offers hair removal services to help you achieve smooth, radiant, hair-free skin. Services are provided in a clean, comfortable and relaxed private environment. Owner Kathy Mikklesen provides professional service with a personal touch. The studio is located at 8506
