– by Kathryn Hodgson, RMT – I often hear people say that they are going to ‘treat’ themselves to a massage and I’m definitely happy for them when they do. However, massage therapy is so much more than a luxurious indulgence for our stiff and sore muscles: a therapeutic massage from a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) […]
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– by Viola Van de Ruyt, VandeRuyt Wealth Management Group – Socially responsible investing has become a more common concern amongst Canadian investors. The Responsible Investment Association reports that as of 2013 (the most recent report) there were one trillion dollars of assets in Canada being managed using one or more responsible investing strategies, a 68
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– by Barbara Julian – Is there anywhere on Earth – a morsel of flesh, a river or an ocean, a leaf or an insect – free of plastic micro-particles? Mass-produced since the 1940s (offspring of the oil industry) and legally dumped into the world’s oceans until 1988 (and illegally ever since), plastic is ubiquitous
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– by Lara Gladych – BUSINESS Senior Care … Amica at Beechwood Village is pleased to welcome Christa Castillo to their team as their new Communication Relations Manager. Christa joins them from Amica Mature Lifestyles, also in Sidney. She brings 12 years of experience and relationships in the long-term senior care industry, as well as
As the incomparable Fran Willis once wrote, “… original art is very important in our lives, touching a deeper level of awareness … where the direct creative energy of the artist can be felt.” For a rich experience of original art produced by dedicated and talented local artists, visit The 62nd Annual Spring Show &
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– by Liz Savage – One day a few years ago, two women discovered they both had the same dream. Mitra Hashemi and Heather Burkett’s dream was to provide a place where children and adolescents from lower income families could access oral care. They decided to form a not-for-profit organization that would help them realize
April is the month for quilts at Sidney Museum. This year we are presenting a spectacular exhibit produced by some of the finest quilters in the area, the Loose Threads quilting group. Quilts made by Loose Threads members range from traditional, contemporary to modern art and the display is peppered with a few antique quilts
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– by Doreen Marion Gee – 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. On Fran Daviss’ business cards, a photo of an elderly hand held by a younger one reflects the core of what she does:
– by Gillian Crowley – Fall Literary Festival April 2 reminder: Award-winning authors M.A.C. Farrant and Stephen Hume read their work at the Red Brick Café. Help support the fall Literary Festival. Tickets at Tanner’s Books, Sidney. Doors open at 6.30 p.m. www.sidneyliteraryfestival.ca. Randy Bachman Keeps Rockin’ A rock legend, Bachman brings his talents as
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– by Moira Gardener – As my body shows signs of wear and tear from athletic injury and mileage, I looked for ways to get my cardio exercise. Hiking, cycling and swimming had all proved difficult and I eyed Nordic Pole Walking with suspicion, not feeling ready for double canes. As luck would have it
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