by Lara Gladych –
BUSINESS
A Toast to Sidney
Sidney’s Toast Café is officially under new ownership. Former owners Amy and Lisa Gray wish to extend a “cheers” to Sidney for nine wonderful years together, and assure you that they are leaving you in good hands with new owners, Elena and Paulo. It’s business as usual at Toast, located at the corner of Fifth and Bevan, so drop by and say Hi!
The Metal Manipulators
Amy and Lisa Gray have joined Jevon Upton and his team at JR Marine Manufacturing. Amy is Office Manager, and Lisa is Director of Marketing and Public Relations. JR Marine fabricates aluminum catamarans, monohull and structural boat accessories, as well as a wide range of custom aluminum products. They will rise to any challenge, so talk to them about your next welding project, be it residential or commercial. Visit their website at www.jrmarine.ca.
Fore Sale
Glen Meadows Golf & Country Club is for sale. Devencore Realty Victoria Ltd. has listed the 129-acre, 18-hole golf course at $5.88 million, and its 2.34-acre parking lot (off McTavish Road) at an additional $888,000. For more information on the listing, visit www.devencorenkfvictoria.com.
TOWN NEWS
Skate On!
Sidney is getting a new skateboard park! Construction of a state-of-the-art park has been approved by Sidney Council, and completion is expected in the spring of 2017. The new park, at the north end of Tulista Park, will replace the existing location adjacent to Mary Winspear. Over the course of two years, Sidney will spend an estimated $300,000 on the project, including design provided by New Line Skateparks. The Town will proceed with two major projects on the land south of Mary Winspear – a large parking lot and replacement fire hall.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
All in Alignment
Dr. Mark Galloway has welcomed a new massage therapist to his chiropractic practice. Mike DeWandel, RMT, is skilled in relieving a wide variety of pathologies and orthopedic conditions. He has trained in massage therapy, orthopedic physical assessment, Myofascial Release and remedial exercise instruction. He also has Level 3 certification in the Vodder School of Manual Lymph Drainage. Mike looks forward to building his practice, and to seeing you soon at Dr. Galloway’s office, located at 2490 Bevan Avenue in Sidney. 250-655-3233.
Also in chiropractic news: to celebrate the first anniversary of his opening, Dr. Stan Marcus is hosting an open house this month, and invites you to visit SpineCare Chiropractic in Brentwood Bay. The open house will coincide with Brentwood Bay Days on Saturday June 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome for hot dogs and door prizes, and to come by and meet Dr. Marcus and ask any questions pertaining to their health, spine/back issues, and Chiropratic. SpineCare is located at 7139 West Saanich Road. For more information, visit www.spinecarechiro.ca.
