by Lara Gladych –
BUSINESS
Calling All Techies
Feed your curiosity! EduTech is happening in Sidney on February 15. The conference promotes and advances career awareness by bringing together the Peninsula Advanced Technology and Manufacturing Sectors, secondary students (9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and local community members (4 to 7 p.m.). Shoal Centre,
10030 Resthaven Drive. www.peninsulachamber.ca/edutech.
Trading Up
Level Ground Trading is moving from their current location in Central Saanich to a larger, custom-designed facility nearby. The space is nearly double the size, and was built to cater to visitor tours with the inclusion of 17 viewing windows overlooking production and packaging, as well as a Tasting Room, where guests can sample coffee and connect to the stories behind each one. Drop by for a visit at 1757 Sean Heights, Saanichton.
Online Makeover
The Saanich Peninsula Community Foundation has a new website to share: www.sp-cf.ca. They wish to extend a big thanks to Holy Cow Communication Design for freshening up their logo and creating a welcoming and informative online resource. Visit the site to read SPCF success stories and testimonials that highlight the valuable support the Foundation has provided to the local community. Remember, the 2018 deadline for grant applications is February 28!
With Thanks
The staff and board of the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation would like to send their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Ambrose Marsh as he leaves his role as Chief of Staff and takes on the new position of Medical Director, Saanich Peninsula and the Gulf Islands. Over the years Dr. Marsh has been an eloquent and passionate advocate for the Saanich Peninsula Hospital, and they have valued his support, knowledge and energy.
Legacy Project
The Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea has received new project funding to further expand its learning about the Coast Salish Indigenous peoples, and specifically, about their historical and cultural connections to the Salish Sea and the local bioregion. Key funds came from multiple sources including a BC/Canada 150 grant, the Town of Sidney, and additional donor contributions, all towards furthering the The Coast Salish Legacy Project.
RETAIL
Fond Farewell
Sidney’s Pitt & Hobbs is closing its doors for good. “It is with great sadness that I announce that our much loved Pitt & Hobbs is closing. We tried our best and stayed open as long as we could, but it just reached a point we have to let it go. I have enjoyed having this wonderful little shop, in this wonderful little town, more than I can say. Our customers have become our friends and we are going to miss you all so very much. Thank you for allowing us into your life. Know that we loved you.”
Erin Middlebrooks ~ Shopkeeper.
Cheers to You
Wine Kitz is celebrating its 16th anniversary as an on-premises wine-making service this month! Owners Derek and Donna Finlayson are marking the occasion with an Anniversary Sales Event, running from February 1 to 17. They both have a genuine love of people, and take pride in their clean, warm and friendly location which is owner-operated and family-run. Peruse their selection, which includes award-winning wines from both local and International competitions. They look forward to seeing you soon. 5A-2042 Mills Road West, in Sidney.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Feet First
West Coast Foot Care is a new business providing in-home foot care services. Owner Layne Butler Nurse has post-graduate training in advanced foot care and is a member of the Canadian Association of Foot Care Nurses (CAFCN). Nursing foot care alleviates and prevents thick and fungal nails, corns, callouses and diabetic foot problems. The service provides one-on-one therapeutic communication and touch, and each appointment ends with a leg and foot massage. Serving Sidney, North Saanich and Greater Victoria. www.westcoastfootcare.ca.
