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– by Deborah Rogers – What started as a desire to treat the many children lacking adequate dental care has become a reality for Sidney dentist Dr. Mitra Hashemi and retired School Principal Heather Burkett as co-Chairs of the ORCCA Dental Clinic Society. ORCCA (Oral Care for Children and Adolescents) and their friendly, toothy whale […]

– by Dr. Maureen Sweeney, Live Young Medical – Skin is our largest organ, but did you know that it is much more than a 3.5-kilogram, 2.5-square-metre passive covering for our body? There is a delicate interplay between our skin and our internal health. Its function as an organ is multi dimensional: it acts as

– by Deborah Reid, FMA, FCM – When we postpone our annual checkup with the doctor, we often pay the price later. A delayed diagnosis can result in a health problem that can get worse and be more complex to correct. The same can apply to our personal finances, which is why an annual financial

– by Rachael Coates-Holland – As I find myself settling into the new year, I wonder if anyone has really embraced their New Year’s resolutions. Perhaps you have decided to travel, or spend more time at home, or maybe you’ve decided that this year, for real, you’re going to get healthy and active and stick

This is the fourth in a series showcasing some of the unique fashion boutiques in downtown Sidney. “We strive to be different,” says Kim Bremner, the owner of three retail establishments, one of which is Bubba Loo Children’s Boutique on Beacon Avenue. “Our focus is on old-school customer service, but that isn’t all it takes

– by Valerie Green – In the 1800s many black slaves escaped to Canada through the “Underground Railroad.” Some free blacks came to Victoria, encouraged by Governor James Douglas who was himself of black heritage. In 1858, Douglas formed Victoria’s first black constabulary. Racist attitudes, however, still existed north of the border, and the unit

– by Lara Gladych – This is part of a rotating series of articles on members of Sidney Meet Up, featuring people in business on the Saanich Peninsula. Ingrid Jarisz is a familiar and trusted name in real estate here on the Saanich Peninsula, currently working with Newport Realty and Christie’s International Real Estate. I

– by Ed Wignall – There are four services a vehicle service facility should provide: diagnostic, inspection, maintenance and repair. In this article we will concentrate on the maintenance of your vehicle. As space does not provide for a complete list of all requirements, the following is a general guideline only. As reported by Lloyd

– by Dr. Shelley Breadner – On these cool winter nights, it is comforting to pull the blankets up and be warm and safe. What could be better than cuddling in with your feline, or sharing morning stretches with your dog? Is it okay to allow your pet to sleep in bed with you? There

– by Lara Gladych – RETAIL New Ownership Fans of Sidney’s Lolly Gobble Sweet Shop will be interested to know that the store is under new ownership. Ron Buschgens recently moved here from Australia, and is excited to be both living in Sidney and a part of our retail community. Welcome, Ron! Lolly Gobble is