– by Ted Daly – Have you ever thought about doing some volunteer work in your community, but just haven’t quite figured out what you want to do? Have you ever questioned a decision of your local municipal council, and thought you would have done things differently? This November, you will have an opportunity to contribute […]
Running for Council: What’s Involved
– by Susan Simosko – Friends & Neighbours is a column about the people who quietly enrich our lives personally and collectively every day. They distinguish themselves by the incredible things they do, whether or not we even notice. It is my pleasure to introduce you to a few of these remarkable people and to
Friends & Neighbours: Two Friends and a Dog
– by Linda Hunter – RETAIL & SERVICES Opening Doors to New Beginnings Shop the world in Christine Downing’s new LALOCA – Local & Global Fair Trade Products. The store supports local and international producers with a selection of high-quality fair trade products that pay producers a fair wage, offering consumer choice along with the guarantee
– by Trysh Ashby-Rolls – Author Nikki van Schyndel is not yet 40. So what is she doing in Grey Matters, a column for seniors? Simply put, she is here because she’s an inspiration to us all. Van Schyndel reminds us, whether we’re 50, 60, 90, or even 100 or more that the spirit of
Grey Matters: Once Wild, Always Wild
– by Deborah Rogers – This is part of a rotating series of articles on members of Sidney Meet Up Women’s Networking Group, featuring women in business on the Saanich Peninsula. With its warm terracotta walls and some eclectic beats coming from the stereo, new Sidney store Laloca is an appealing place to spend some
Christine Downing: Latin America [LA] Local [LO] Caribbean [CA]
