Words June Murray Dagnall
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Mount Newton Pathway Moves Ahead
Central Saanich Council has approved detailed design work for a new multi-use pathway along Mount Newton Cross Road, bringing safer walking, rolling and cycling one step closer to reality.
Planned between Highway 17 and East Saanich Road, the preferred design places the pathway on the south side of the road, featuring a grass boulevard buffer to enhance safety and reduce conflicts near Saanich Peninsula Hospital. This has been backed by strong community feedback, including support from the Tsawout First Nation Council. The project now moves into detailed design and cost planning. Construction on this second phase could begin as early as 2027 or 2028. Project information can be found at LetsTalkCentralSaanich.ca/MountNewtonPathway.
A Novel Way to Support KELSET Elementary School
The KELSET Elementary School Parent Advisory Council invites the community to a family-friendly Used Book Sale supporting the school library, and author visits that promote literacy and creativity. Located at 1800 Forest Park Drive, the sale takes place on April 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations of gently-used fiction and non-fiction books are welcome on April 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. No damaged books, textbooks, magazines or encyclopedias please. Come donate, shop and support our young readers!
Sidney Museum Soliciting New Board Members
The Sidney Museum is currently seeking new members to join its Board of Directors.
If you have a love of local heritage and a desire to give back to your community, they would love to hear from you. Applicants of all ages, backgrounds and levels of board experience are encouraged to apply.
The Board provides governance oversight to help guide the Museum’s direction and ensure its continued success. Board members attend monthly meetings (typically 10 per year) and also contribute through committee work.
Major Donation Cultivates New Harvest Hub for Saanich Peninsula
Gregory Warner has donated $750,000 to the District of North Saanich Council, which approved the Harvest Hub project, a new community-focused food hub facility that would assist local agriculture and food production around the Saanich Peninsula.
Making Grad Dreams Come True with Magic Wand
The Magic Wand Project was founded in 2001 by Elizabeth Surerus who later partnered with Lesley Butterfield. They recognized the need for affordable graduation attire in Greater Victoria.
Magic Wand provides dresses, tuxedos and accessories to make every graduation magical! They believe every student should feel special and confident on their big day, regardless of their financial circumstances. Their mission is to ensure all students can attend their graduation celebrations in style. They rely on school staff to help spread the word, so no student misses out.
Thanks to generous donations, their service is now available to everyone. Join them in making every grad night unforgettable. Together, you can ensure every student celebrates their achievements in style and confidence. More information can be found at www.themagicwandproject.ca.
New Partner at Gray’s Café
Are you a fan of Gray’s Café in Sidney? Then make sure you stop in to say hello to new partner Maude Mooney. The Gray sisters are thrilled; they have worked with Maude since they first owned Toast Café, and having her join them as a partner in this business is an exciting new development. Over the next year they will be working with her as she takes over full ownership. If you haven’t yet been to Gray’s, stop in to try the excellent coffee, delicious treats and healthy lunch options.
Rotary Club Shredfest
On April 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 pm. our Rotary Club of Sidney by the Sea is protecting the environment by hosting a drive-through secure paper shredding fundraiser event. Come by the parking lot of 10364 McDonald Park Road. All shredded paper is properly recycled and does not go to a landfill. A minimum donation of $15 per banker’s box or equivalent is recommended, and please no plastic.
Local Stylist on the Move
Chanya Parsons, formerly a stylist at Island Haircutters in Saanichton, has moved to White House Salon at the Brentwood Bay Crossing shopping centre, 7103 West Saanich Road in Brentwood Bay. Chanya invites her clients to join her at her new location and is welcoming new clients! Call 250-544-6333 to make an appointment.
New Location for Dot Naturals
dot.NATURALS is so excited to welcome you into their new space. Come say hello, explore the shop and celebrate this new chapter with us.
And the best part? They can finally do your refills again, so be sure to bring your empty bottles.
