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Our Sky,

Kissed By the New Year Sun

Trendspotting

Special Features

Restaurant Profile

A Good Year for Giving

Planning your Finances & Future

Friendly Local Eateries

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CONTENTS Peninsula Panthers

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Michael FRANK

Goaltender - 1996

A Fresh New Look

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The Peninsula Panthers Hockey Club play in the nine-team Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League and partake in a 48-game Regular Season schedule. The League is comprised of two Divisions of five and four teams. The Panthers compete in the South Division Peninsula and this includes Kerry Park Islanders, Saanich Braves, Victoria Cougars and the Westshore Wolves. The North Division include the Campbell River Storm, Comox Valley Glacier Kings, Nanaimo Buccaneers and the Oceanside Generals.

The Peninsula Panthers Mission Statement can be found on the Club’s website. It is the goal of the Team to develop young hockey players in order that they have the opportunity to move to the next level in hockey and beyond. This goal has been clearly established by the current ownership group and goes back as far as 1999 when Pete and Coreen Zubersky purchased the Club from Mark Wagstaff. John Wilson, who also owns Wilson’s Transportation, is now part of the ownership team and he too believes that the

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philosophy, started by the Zubersky’s back in the late 1990s, trumps all.

The Panthers’ owners are entirely committed to giving individuals o Peninsula an opportunity to play the game at the Junior level - kids who otherwise have had the opportunity. The players range in age from 16 to "Kissed by the Sun" many have dreams and goals of competing in the Western Hockey Leag “A”, the NCAA or Professional Hockey. Many young players who have Photo By or two on the team have gone on to play at much higher levels including Dee Woodhead Hockey League. Perhaps the most well-known player to go through the none other than Jamie Benn, an Olympic Gold Medal winner with the C Men’s Hockey Team this past winter and currently Captain of the Dallas brother Jordie also played for the Panthers and plays on Defence for the Stars. Both Benn boys played minor hockey out here on the Peninsula.

Come watch the stars of the future - join the Panthers every Friday entertainment value is excellent and the Club appreciates the ever so im support of our community. See you on Friday night. @

Financial Experts

Planning 8 for Now 9 Krista Scotvold Talks Family Finances

Brett SJERVEN Koby HALE Grayden HOHL Defence - 1994 Forward Forward - 1996 Planning for- 1997 Your Legacy Janice Henshaw Discusses Planned Giving

Central Saanich Lions Club Gives Back $45,915 Raised for Hospital Foundation

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In Good Health

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COLUMNS 8 First Word centre Grey Matters 33 Island Dish 39 Ignition 46 West Coast Gardener 47 On Design 55 Last Word

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january.2015 YOUR SAANICH PENINSULA VOICE

seasidemagazine.ca Paula Grypma

I have worked specifically with window coverings and soft furnishings for more than 20 years, starting with a small home-based business here on the Peninsula while my three children were young. Once they became more independent, I continued learning my craft on-staff at several large custom-design houses in Victoria. Today my studio is located in Sidney. I specialize in window coverings using a combination of blinds and fabrics because I love what they do: get them right, and any space – whether it’s a room, a boat, a store or an office – will feel and look complete.

Janice Henshaw

While volunteering in the palliative care unit at Saanich Peninsula Hospital I loved listening to patients tell their stories. Work and titles were rarely mentioned. Instead, patients told me of special moments when other people had touched their lives, or when they themselves had done something kind for another person, or for their community.

This type of reflection at the end of one’s life seems a natural process, and together with leaving a legacy of some kind can bring a great deal of peace. After travelling for over 43,000 km in 2012/2013, I came back to Vancouver Island and started a new business, The Life Story Writer. I ensure that stories do get written and transform them into beautiful books of memories. www.Thelifestorywriter.com.

Cathy sakiyama

Becoming a psychologist wasn’t my original plan. I was so grateful, though, for the therapy I received as a young adult that the choice was simple. The title got left behind when we moved from Alberta but I have continued as a therapist for the last 20 years. In that time my work and my own experiences have become increasingly more focused on aging parents. I co-presented several Elder College workshops with Bayshore’s Director, Stasia Hartley and I began writing again (islandwoman.ca) as my parents’ health has declined. This issue’s article is about helps and hindrances on this road, keeping a balance. Walking with Steve and other friends is life-giving as well as interactions with our adult children, Adam (music) and Claire (medicine) We are thankful.

Publisher Sue Hodgson 250.516.6489 sue@seasidemagazine.ca

Editor Deborah Rogers 250.857.8590 in Chief deborah@seasidemagazine.ca Lead Kelsey Boorman 250.580.8437 Designer kelsey@seasidemagazine.ca Advertising Marcella Macdonald Sales Diana Sutherland 250.516.6489 This Month's Contributors Trysh Ashby-Rolls, Jennifer Bowles, Gillian Crowley, Nathan Franklyn, Doreen Marion Gee, Lara Gladych, Paula Grypma, Janice Henshaw, Linda Hunter, Sharon Hope, Tina Kelly, Ken Marriette, Barry Mathias, Susi McMillan, Deborah Rogers, Stu Rhodes, Cathy Sakiyama, Julian Sale, Krista Scotvold, Susan Simosko, Hans Tammemagi, Huiyang Wang, Jo-Ann Way, Dee Woodhead P.O. BOX 2173, SIDNEY, B.C. V8L 3S6 news@seasidemagazine.ca

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first word As you start this month and this year, take a moment to reflect. Posteggnog, it's easy to want to speed forward with gusto, packing up the ornaments until next year and juicecleaning your system from all the holiday indulgence.

But ease your foot onto the brake for the next few days, and gift yourself the space and freedom to reflect on the past twelve months.

Start a new year fresh: making a few goals, finding that one special word, and clearing out the cobwebs from the corners. But all that stuff is much more meaningful when you look behind you at the bends in the road. Honour the past year by celebrating your joys, mourning your losses and shaking your head at the wonder of it all. Isn't it amazing another year has passed? And so the earth goes round and round, with us about to orbit once more. Whether you're headed to a party or headed to the living room with a bowl

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-What was the single most challenging thing that happened?

-What was an unexpected joy this past year?

-What was an unexpected obstacle?

-Pick three words to describe this past year.

-What were the best books you read this year?

-With whom were your most valuable relationships?

-What was the biggest thing you learned this year?

-What was the single biggest time-waster in your life this past year?

-What phrase would best describe this past year for you?

Happy reflecting! And pass over that bowl of popcorn.

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Special Feature:

The Peninsula’s Financial Experts There is no time like the present to get a handle on your personal finances.

Regardless of your age or income there are many ways that good financial planning can benefit you, both in the short-term, and the long-term.

Statistics show that many Canadians are living with increasing levels of debt, and without a clear financial action plan. If you don’t have all the answers at your fingertips, your first step towards a more secure future should be to take advice from an expert. Professionals will work with you to maximise the assets you have, and could reduce your debt in the long-term.

Seaside is pleased to present a selection of the qualified professions located on the Peninsula who are available to help you.

45% Percentage of Canadians

Who Hold Any Type Of Debt

Of Younger Canadians (Age 25–34)

Debt $65,365

Haven’t Started

Saving For Their Retirement

Assets $423,492 Debt $114,397

2000 Age 55-64 60.9%

Age 65+ 27.4%

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Age 55-64 70.2%

Age 65+ 42.5%

Canadian Average

Assets $597,993

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At Cooper Financial, we specialize in Insurance and Wealth Planning.

We work with successful business owners and individuals to grow and protect assets and to reduce taxes. Whether it’s guidance on looking after what you have worked hard to achieve, keeping more of it, or learning how to efficiently pass your estate to loved ones, we can help. Cooper has been supporting client success since 1986; we welcome the opportunity to do the same for you. www.cooperfinancial.ca

Self-employed? We have access to lenders that specialize in self-employed mortgages and understand what they are looking for. Recently separated? We’ve got options that can give both partners a fresh start. Thinking reno? Your mortgage can be your most costeffective financing option. Retired? Access tax-free cash from your home so you can retire your way. Shaky credit and need a mortgage now? Solutions are available. We can also help you rebuild your credit for later. Thinking like a landlord? Rental properties can be great wealth-builders for ordinary Canadians. www.heinmoesmortgages.com

Deborah Reid, FMA, FCSI Investment Advisor & Financial Planner RBC Dominion Securities Wealth Management Services, Investment Portfolio Management

Deborah cares about her clients, and it shows.

It starts at the first visit when her clients are greeted with a friendly smile, offered a warm beverage, and welcomed into her comfortable office. Deborah takes the time to get to know her clients’ priorities, goals and challenges, and fully explains their investments to them—from the most basic concepts to complex strategies. Her ‘personal touch’ is truly appreciated and helps build long-term, trusting relationships. www.rbcds.com

Gordon Benn Senior partner

Pearlman Lindholm Law Firm Legal services We have now opened an additional office in Sidney. Primarily manned by Gordon Benn with access to 19 lawyers in the firm.

Contact Gordon for business and property transactions plus Wills and Estates. Gordon is a native of Sidney and is a past President of the Victoria Symphony and current President of the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation and the Sidney Rotary Club. www.pearlmanlindholm.com

Dale Henley Lawyer

Henley & Walden LLP. Personal & Business Law Planned giving is an important part of any estate plan. It is a way of showing you care about the future and what is important to you. As a lawyer, Dale is experienced in helping clients fulfil their estate planning goals. As an involved member of our community, he understands the practical side of charitable giving as a past/present board member of the Saanich Peninsula Hospital, BC Cancer Foundation and Alumni Association of UVIC. www.henleywalden.com

Wendy L. Everson Lawyer

Peter Dolezal, B.A., M.B.A.

Financial Author, Consultant, Columnist, Lecturer Dolezal Consultants Ltd. Comprehensive, Objective, Independent Financial Planning Peter assists individuals and families striving to make sense of their often-muddled financial ‘picture’. An in-depth consultative process results in a customized, all-inclusive, objective Financial Plan – a personal financial road map with a dual focus: optimal wealth creation prior to retirement; and wealth-preservation throughout retirement.

NO financial products are sold by Peter, nor by his Company. www.dolezalconsultants.ca

Wendy L. Everson Law Legal Services Planning your future?

Wendy possesses a well-rounded knowledge of law and finance, coupled with experience, to provide advice on the variety of considerations that can influence our daily and future personal decisions. Wendy offers guidance to individuals and their advisors on legal implementation and protection of strategies for legacy and estate planning. www.eversonlaw.ca

Darren J. Prulx, CGA Corporate, Personal & Estate Accounting Services My firm provides a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Our goal is to provide exceptional service and to make the taxation and accounting experience as stress free as possible. We are here to answer any questions clients may have and provide solid advice. We want the client to have a clear understanding of what is being done and to constantly be proactive with their needs. www.proulxcga.ca

Darren Proulx Accountant

Todd Hummel

Investment Advisor Cowland & Associates, Professional Accountants Corporate & Personal Taxes Taxation is a fundamental ingredient in any financial plan. We have the depth and breadth of experience to guide you through seemingly complex situations, and we explain things in plain English.We work as a team member with many local and Victoria investment advisers, bankers and mortgage brokers to ensure you have a full picture of your strategy. Success needs to be planned, it rarely comes by accident. We look Accountant forward to joining your team! www.sidneycpa.com

Chris Cowland Professional

BMO Nesbitt Burns Full Service Wealth Advisory Firm Focus on what matters most: your return on life. My clearly defined process for successful individuals and corporations I partner with, starts with listening and understanding your complete financial picture and vision for the future. Working with our in house experts, I create a transparent wealth strategy- including tax planning, retirement, estate planning, and philanthropy. I also offer ongoing monitoring and management.

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island life These are not your quiet, do-as-you're told voters

Elections on the Islands

by Barry Mathias

Visitors, and those who live in

The first indications of the up-coming excitement are the signs, urban areas, might mistakenly think sprouting-up like multi-coloured crocuses in early spring. While that elections on the Islands are tranquil signs on the mainland litter every public space, especially roadsides, affairs, where the candidates are peace-loving, time-oblivious vegetarians Islanders are more parsimonious. Some large signs do appear who may under extreme duress raise their voices, and where campaigning occasionally on roadside verges, but these are for the benefit of the consists of non-alcoholic coffee mornings. That is definitely not the case. extremely forgetful or those with eyesight problems. The main thrust After four simmering years of waiting for another local election to is to establish small signs on private properties; it is a competition appear, Islanders approach the whole affair with an enthusiasm that has that is conducted with the enthusiasm and single-mindedness that echoes of a Roman gladiatorial engagement. These are not your quiet, children display on Halloween night. Each sign placed is a small opinion-restricted, do-as-you're-told voters, but voluble, highly charged victory, creating a mixed reaction from interested neighbors. democratic activists. They have sharpened their teeth in innumerable Sadly, there has been a rapid demise in 'door-knocking' by hopeful yard sales, where speed, a good shove and sleight of hand wins the candidates, who now use the internet with increasing savvy. Gone are the day; they have attended Fall Fairs and Christmas jamborees and have 'good old days' when earnest canvassers could be detained on the doorstep survived to tell the tale! Not for them the pussy-footing: "Dare I tell for hours by wily supporters of the other side; gone are the ribald memories: him what a fool he is?" or the: "Someone should tell her to speak up."

"I tell you, he came to the door without a stitch on, and drunk as a newt."

Oh no! The local elections have gumption and spirit, and are conducted Personal interactions are done mainly on the telephone or the computer, on a scale quite unexpected for those who are new to the drama. which is why the All Candidates Meetings (ACM's) are so popular.

ACM's are held in the largest indoor venues on the Islands, usually Community Halls and School gyms. The latter allows members of the audience Central Saanich to indulge in sentimental memories of their school days, while they re-enact the very behavior patterns that made them unpopular with their teachers: "Do not make silly faces ‌ stop those rude noises ‌ who was doing that slow handclap?"

The format for these occasions varies around the Islands. For some, the organizers try to enforce politeness and fairness, by insisting on receiving all Receive questions in advance, and having a moderator read them out to be answered by all candidates in 45 Free Optifog Treatment seconds or less. On other Islands, questioners line with Purchase of up and are able to direct their deadly, unrestricted verbosity at a single intended victim. The first Crizal Sapphire Coated produces a long list of questions with little possible Lenses depth in the responses. For instance how do you answer: "What do you consider to be the most Offer Valid From important issues?" in 45 seconds! The other can January 1st to March 31st result in full-blooded interactions, and 'a good 2015 time is had by all.'

After the recent elections, now the signs are gone and comments on the internet have ceased to be contentious, the victorious candidates suddenly realize the countless hours of meetings that lay ahead for them. The rest of us admire their tenacity, and give thanks it's not us!

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Planning forNow

Keeping Your Personal Finances In Check

by Krista Scotvold

While you're in the spirit

of establishing new habits for a Senior Advisor, Investments, new year ahead, spend some time Island Savings Credit Union this January checking in with your family's short and long-term financial goals.

A few tips to make this check-up easy: Start with a simple cash flow analysis that looks at your debt and savings strategy. Your financial advisor (or bank account manager) can help you summarize your current approach in just a few minutes and this exercise will help you pinpoint exactly where you are right now, where you need to be and what your true assets and liabilities are. It will also help you plan for any immediate expenses you have on deck beyond basic living costs in the first half of 2015: after-school recreational programs, spring break camps, summer vacation plans – you name it.

Using this information, your advisor can then help you create an annual budget for the new year if you don't already have a system in place.

A budget will help you stay objective about your fixed and variable expenses – about what's essential and what can be shaved down if debt repayment

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or rainy day savings are a priority for your household this year. Once your budget is in place, monthly comparisons of your actual expenses against what you planned for will help you stay on track long after most New Year's resolutions fade away. Breaking this simple monthly reconciliation into two manageable pieces – 30 minutes spent crunching numbers and paying bills mid-month and another half hour once the month has closed – makes this part of the work much less daunting, helping you follow through on your budget management goals.

With a budget in hand, you can then set up dedicated savings accounts for both your big-ticket goals and your retirement. For example, you might have one for your child's education, one for a future down payment, one for your annual TFSA contribution and one for that trip to Disneyland. Products like Island Savings' Save The Change account – where every purchase you make with your debit card is automatically rounded up to the next dollar and the 'change' goes directly into savings – makes this part easy, but you could also set up automated deposits on a weekly, monthly or quarterly basis depending on what works best for your lifestyle.

Ultimately, shifting just one or two habits will likely save you money. Are you paying a high interest rate on your credit card instead of a relatively low annual fee? Where are you currently putting your child tax benefit? A portion of this income can likely be redirected into savings without undermining your ability to pay the bills.

It all starts with a quick conversation with an advisor who can help you think about your money in a creative way. 30 minutes is all you need to get this check-in started (bring your kids along!); we can take care of the rest by email or phone.

Whatever your current savings may be, a check-in now with your financial advisor is guaranteed to give you a few tips to get you to your goals faster – and a few minutes of planning today will help keep your finances stress-free well past the first few months of 2015.

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can we talk Publisher Sue Hodgson talks to the Senior Partner of Pearlman Lindholm law firm, Gordon Benn You have been practising law for over 30 years, what are some of the most significant changes in your profession in that time?

Considerable changes in the practice of law have occurred and those have been technology driven. While the computer has aided in an explosion of information it has revolutionized the practice of law.

I have about 40 lawyers and support staff in our Victoria and Sidney offices and there is not a single typewriter in use.

We're discussing finances and planning this month. Considering that 35 percent of Canadians do not have any savings or investments and over 33 percent of Canadians find it difficult to keep on top of their finances, how important do you think the appointment of Jane Rooney, Canada's first Financial Literacy leader, is?

The position of Ms. Rooney is significant. The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada was established in 2001 to expand consumer education. That is worthwhile and should be operated in conjunction with the public at large, the private world such as banks and perhaps most significantly with our public and private school systems. I do believe that education of

our young people needs to be modified to include more resources aimed towards spreading the financial knowledge required during that young person's lifetime, as well as those of their parents and loved ones.

As executor of my mother's estate I'm currently learning the many intricacies of will and estate planning. Research shows that as many as 84 percent of Canadians have named a friend or family member as executor with about 80 percent of these people having no experience in administering a will.

As an executor you have the responsibility for making funeral arrangements, filing individual and estate tax returns, assessing the value of estate assets and liabilities, accounting for the estate financial activities and collecting insurance proceeds. Do you have any advice for readers?

I always recommend that professionals be retained to assist in the administration of the Estate. This is a specialized area and one cannot assume that everyone has the knowledge to complete the required duties without professional help, especially during a time of grieving or occasionally family disputes. Remember that professionals are insured against negligence or errors, which most individuals are not.

Often when we think legacy, it's something that is left behind after a person has passed. As the saying goes, "you can't take it with you when you die": when our lives come to an end, it won't matter how much was in the bank, or how many cars we owned, it will be "what impact did I make on the lives of people who crossed my path?" If you were to evaluate the last 10 years of your career and its various stages, what is the story you would tell others about your legacy?

My plan will be for me to ultimately be remembered as an educator in my chosen field and a person

that generally passed on points of view which were beneficial to the knowledge base of my clients and associates. I believe that planning and education are the keys to legacy building.

We often talk about our plans for retirement and we spend a good portion of our lives saving money in retirement accounts so we can maintain our lifestyle in our later years. But planning for the future isn't just about retirement; we also need to plan for what comes after retirement – end-of-life planning. Do you think there is an educational gap between legacy and estate planning?

Yes. I do believe that society has done a better job in teaching retirement planning than it has with end-of-life planning. There should be more of a tie-in between the two. The two planning cycles are very often compatible with each other and should both be discussed with planning professionals. There is a lot more to it than simply providing for an adequate pension program for your later years and may involve discussions with your legal advisors, your accountants and other financial advisors. Again, I believe this should all start with our educational curriculums provided at the high school level.

In this issue we are also discussing 'caregiving' planning. Many of us mistakenly believe that the government will care for us in old age. However the surging number of seniors, followed by 10 million aging boomers, will require more health-related services including long term both at-home and in care facilities. Why is it important for us to understand what's involved and how can we plan for this financially for our own and our loved ones' future care needs?

We have reached a point where we cannot assume that governments will also be there to look after us in our old age. We must be cognizant of the fact that many of our private and public pension plans are un-funded obligations and I do believe that some of these plans will have difficulty performing to their desired levels in the years to come. It therefore is crucial that we educate, plan and execute a sensible estate plan independent of what you may receive from your work related private pension or the pensions offered by the

Federal Government.

Most of us learned as children that sharing is a good thing, we didn't know we were practising philanthropy, we just knew that giving to other people made us feel good. The Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation, a vital part of our community, has raised over 26 million dollars for equipment, facilities and programs at the hospital. As President of the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation you've seen how important local support is. What can you say to our readers about how important this type of generosity is?

The Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation has recognized that the government will not always have the resources available to fund the needs and desires of the citizens of the Peninsula. Eight major projects have been completed including a new Emergency Room, two new operating rooms, a Chapel, a post recovery room and countless pieces of much needed equipment such as a new CT Scanner which will soon be arriving at the Hospital. The Foundation is not a branch of the Government. It is an independent Society embracing the medical needs of the community in which it serves. The members are all of the donors and the donations received are crucial to the existence of an up-to-date medical facility on the Saanich Peninsula.

Gordon Benn, Lawyer and Senior Partner of Pearlman Lindholm Law Firm Born in Sidney BC, and presently residing in Dean Park, Gordon graduated from UBC Law School in 1975. He is the senior partner of Pearlman Lindholm, Lawyers, with offices in Victoria and Sidney. Their prime areas of practice are business and property transactions plus wills and estates.

Gordon’s community involvement includes President of the Victoria Symphony Society from 2003-2007, current President of Sidney Rotary Club and presently serving his third year as President of the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation.

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Your Legacy

Planning For

by Janice Henshaw

Even though the winds may blow and the nights are long, the start of a new year always seems so full of hope. It can fire up our determination to set new goals, start new projects, and it can often give us the push we need to set off on new adventures.

The New Year can also be a cherished time of quiet reflection, a time to review the past and to think about our future. As we walk along the sea or relax in our favourite coffee shop, we may think about what we can do to help make our community a better place for those who follow us. What legacy can we leave behind? This is a powerful and intriguing question, because there are so many options. And what better time to explore ideas for a legacy or planned giving than now?

Some questions to ask ourselves include: How can I take care of my loved ones?

What are my core values?

What would I like to be remembered for?

"Often a donor's legacy gift will be very personal," notes Victoria Foundation Director of Philanthropic Services, Sara Neely. "For example, as directed in the will of a donor upon his recent death, the Victoria Foundation created a literacy fund to support initiatives to strengthen literacy skills in our region, something very dear to this donor's heart during his lifetime. In another case, a loyal supporter of BC Guide Dog Services left part of her estate to the Victoria Foundation for her fund supporting the organization. In gratitude, the BC Guide Dog Services named a puppy in her memory."

According to the Canadian Association of Gift Planners (CAGP), gift giving or legacy planning takes place year round, but the largest media campaigns occur in May. CAGP's main website is found at www.cagp-acpdp.org and it includes a link to the "Leave a Legacy" page. This website has some good information on how to start the planning process with topics such as "Why give?" "Who Gives?"

"How to Give," and "Who can Help?"

In the section "Find a Charity," there is a list of charitable organizations with contact information. Also included is a glossary of terms that can help us to "learn the language" before we meet with a professional advisor. With all these tools, planning a legacy has never been easier!

There are tax implications in planning a legacy that need to be considered. A professional advisor can help guide us through this process and will do everything she or he can to reduce or even eliminate the estate tax that our beneficiaries will owe. Sometimes, taking a friend or relative along to a consultation can help ensure that we understand all that is being said.

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Damon O'Brien, an estate solicitor with McKimm and Lott. "With proper advice, a legacy can fund worthwhile endeavours in your community, while minimizing income tax liabilities to your estate, and avoiding probate fees." National Bank Financial Investment Advisor Viola Vanderuyt points out: "There can be significant tax benefits to an estate when including a gift to charity. This can help offset some of the tax liability on RRSPs and RRIFs or large capital gains."

"Discussing legacy wishes with an investment advisor is wise because it can have an impact on how a portfolio and accounts are structured," adds Viola. She notes that an advisor specializing in overall wealth management can help coordinate all these moving pieces and that "Legacy planning involves creating a definitive plan for managing your wealth while you are alive, then distributing your estate how you choose after your death, and communicating what is important to you."

Another issue to consider is whether to give now, through a will, or both? This is a good topic to discuss with your accountant. Sometimes, the answer is clear. Yesterday I saw a young music student biking to university on a bike that was too small for him. Because it was frosty, I wore warm winter gloves. He wore latex dish gloves. Next week he's going to find some warm gloves on his handlebars.Thinking about what it would be like to donate land, protect or create a park, purchase vital medical equipment, assist a foundation, provide scholarships to hard working students, or help families in need, will surely warm our hearts during the winter nights to come.

For more information about some of the ways that you can plan your legacy gift, and the organisations that rely on such gifts, please visit the sources below:

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• The Canadian Association of Gift Planners 1 888 430 9494, www.cagp-acpdp.org • The Victoria Foundation 250 381 5532 www.victoriafoundation.bc.ca • Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation 250 652 7531, www.sphf.ca/planned-gifts • The Mary Winspear Centre 250 656 0275 www.marywinspear.ca/get-involved/donate • Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre 250 665 7511 www.oceandiscovery.ca/donate

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Gives Back L to R Dick Gibson, Derek Lorimer, Melanie Mahlman, Dr. John Paul Whelan, Beth Cairns, Al Kraatz, Bob White.

by Ken Marriette

Prostate Cancer - not many

men willingly want to talk about it, let alone be proactive. So, when Lion Joe Kaplan of Gordon Head club, gave a talk on the advantages of a new Green Light Laser tool to treat prostate disorders, our club members, all men, received it with mixed feelings. However, before the meeting ended, he challenged the Central Saanich Lions Club to help raise money for the purchase of such a machine. Thus, the club began discussions on how best to meet the challenge Kaplan had thrown out to us.

John Verhagen, Past President and very active member of the Central Saanich Lions Club, came up with the idea of collecting and cleaning old used water meters. The brass salvaged from these would then be sold to a local scrap dealer. Recognizing the scope of this project, long term member Al Kraatz volunteered to chair this fundraiser. Discarded meters were collected from both Central Saanich and Saanich municipalities, for no charge, provided all the proceeds were donated to the purchase of the Green Light Laser tool.

A crew of club members then began the arduous and labour-intensive

process of collecting, salvaging and cleaning the brass. Over the next three and a half to four years the dedicated core team of Kraatz, Bob White, Derek Lorimer and past members Dick Gibson, and Brian Burgess did 95 percent of the "heavy lifting". At times, other members lent a hand.

According to Kraatz they had approximately 40 work parties, which involved collecting the meters and delivering the clean brass to the local scrap dealer.

In late October 2014, the Victoria Hospitals Foundation was invited to the club for a presentation of $45,915 to be applied to the purchase of accessories for the Green Light Laser. Dr. John Paul Whelan, Director of Surgical Services for Vancouver Island Health, gave an excellent and educational talk on prostate cancer and the great benefits of the Green Light Laser tool.

This project is just one example of how the Central Saanich Lions Club gives back to the community. If you are interested in good fellowship, volunteerism, fun and worthwhile fundraisers, why not consider joining our club. Dinner meetings are held the second and fourth Thursday of each month. For membership information contact Gary Wake 250-652-4764, or check out the website www.clubhouse.org/sites/centralsaanich."

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When our minds are racing and our bodies are stressed to breaking point, there is no better way to wind down than a beautiful relaxing massage. Kathryn Hodgson uses her expert fingers to induce tranquility and well-being and to restore the body to balance, health and wellness. The regenerative power of massage therapy deserves recognition in our fast-paced society.

Kathryn Hodgson, a Registered Massage Therapist in Brentwood Bay, takes a very holistic approach to her clients. "I am truly passionate about helping people to enjoy their lives as much as possible." Kathryn eloquently demystifies the regenerative power of a tender massage: "With massage therapy, I have the amazing opportunity to assist my patients find relief from pain and/or improve their bodies' functioning.

In doing so, my patients can get back to enjoying their days and doing the things they love to do. It's just wonderful to see my patients smile from the inside out and to know that they are living optimally."

The benefits of massage therapy are physical and psychological.

Kathryn uses her skilled techniques to alleviate the discomfort of sore, tight, or strained muscles. But her concerned and compassionate care helps clients feel calmer and happier, enhancing their mental health.

She values the time spent focusing on their individual needs and "treating that person with the attention and care they deserve." The wide umbrella of Kathryn's professional services provides relief for many different ailments. "The benefits of massage therapy extend far beyond the muscular system. Some of the lesser known health concerns for which massage therapy can be of great benefit are fibromyalgia, MS, Parkinson's, carpal tunnel syndrome, post-mastectomy scar tissue, post-joint replacement surgery. (And much more!)" Kathryn is also a 'Dr. Vodder level 3 certified Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) Therapist and Combined Decongestive Therapist (CDT).'

The benefits of Kathryn's warm touch go much deeper than just a relaxed muscle. Kathryn's treatments calm and restore the body and mind, catalysing the body's innate power to heal itself: "When our bodies are stressed, be it physically, mentally, or both … we then feel like we are in a perpetual fight or flight state. This state can result in a myriad of health concerns including high blood pressure, chronic pain, gastrointestinal issues, headaches, anxiety, depression, etc.

Massage therapy can have a beautiful calming effect on the body and mind in that there are certain soothing techniques that specifically help to calm the sympathetic nervous system. When your system isn't in overdrive, life can feel and be a lot happier!"

A major thrust of modern medicine is facilitating the body's ability to heal and regenerate itself. Kathryn Hodgson's massage treatments are the wave of the future.

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Care

Planning For Our Aging Parents & Us

by Cathy Sakiyama

Change is difficult.

Even when the new job or new home is our choice it takes some adjustment. The challenge as we age is having so many changes that are not of our choosing: health, independence, residence. At each juncture, in every conversation, we need to be mindful of the emotional undercurrent for our parents; it is not just about digesting information.

One of the pitfalls in this season is our dispensing facts as if having an answer to their question will solve the problem. Our parents need us to tread gently and allow the time needed for processing the next step.

We honour our parents by honouring the difficulty of each change.

What will help us tread more gently, versus urgently, is being prepared ourselves with the information needed. Arranging for an assessment* is the first key piece. Our parents are given a case manager, an advocate, and we are reassured: we are not in this alone.

Caring for parents, unfortunately, can resemble the imbalance of early childrearing years as we can get so caught up with the tasks and details that we miss the rich moments of connection. We stop being together because there is so much doing required. Young moms know this; old daughters and sons know this too.

What if part of our role is to allow others to be the do-ers so that we may be present with and care with not just take care of or care for?

Excellent home care options (both private and subsidized**) release our time to be more connective with our parents. Someone else can do footcare but nobody else recognizes the family members in the photo album or recalls the story about that particular gathering. Those are the rich moments in which we realize that we are going to miss them. We don't recognize this when we just want relief from all of the jobs.

The next crucial piece is the work of searching out future residence options. The 'Seniors' Services Directory' is an invaluable resource for what can be a daunting task. Visit some residences listed. They are no longer 'THOSE places' that our parents may be picturing. Reality can be reassuring. Get the conversation started. Allow time for them to say 'this is hard' with no response from us other than our kind presence. Allow for silence. It is difficult and may feel heavy but it is no less heavy not talking about the future; it is the undone important work that weighs on us.

In the end it should not be surprising that the origin of the word 'care' is related to 'grief' as there is no such thing as aging without losses.

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If you're mindful of wellness and self-care this month, there's much abounding on the Peninsula. Kathryn Hodsgon Massage Therapy has opened its doors in Brentwood Bay. Kathryn is a registered massage therapist, and holds qualifications with Dr. Vodder's Manual Lymph Drainage and Combined Decongestive Therapy. She offers a compassionate, focused and dedicated approach to health care, and looks forward to welcoming new patients. Her practice is located close to the Resort and ferry terminal at 876 Verdier Avenue.

Kathryn can be reached at 778-676-0145 or massage@kathrynhodgson.com, or you can visit www.kathrynhodgson.com.

For a pampering experience, visit new hair salon and esthetics studio Beauty by the Sea, in the heart of Sidney. Located on Third St, this spa offers a bright, beautiful and tranquil space for you to relax in. Marisa brings 16 years of experience to this long-envisioned business, and strives to greet you with a sense of service, knowledge and care.

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To book an appointment, stop by unit B-9774 Third St, call 778-351-2889, or visit www.beautybythesea1.com.

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To Cap It All Off… What couples well with massage and relaxation? A great beverage. There are craft-beers now being brewed and tasted at our very own small-batch brewery, right here in the Keating area. "Bold beers for strong minds," are what owners Michael and Karen Kuzyk are creating at Category 12 Brewing. Michael brings a PhD in Biochemistry to their new business, so don't worry, there's a doctor in the house.

Category 12 opened December 19th, and proudly uses only the highest quality ingredients, and locally made (as in one km away) Canadian equipment.

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Hats Off… It's an exciting time for Newport Realty. Not only have they have recently opened

a new office in downtown Sidney, but they have also been awarded Affiliate Status within the Christie's International Real Estate Network.

Newport and Christie's specialize in prominent luxury real estate, and are focused primarily on residential real estate, though they are also a trusted resource in commercial real estate and property management. The Newport-Christie's team are located at 2444 Beacon Ave, and you can find them online at www.newportrealty.com.

A special mention of accolades for Brentwood Bay Resort and Spa, who received Conde Nast Traveler's Traveler's Choice Award for 9th best resort in Canada. Tailored for the luxury traveler, it is the only five star oceanfront boutique hotel resort and spa in Victoria.

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by Gillian Crowley

Is there something happening in the Peninsula or Gulf Islands Art Scene we should know about? Email gillian@seasidemagazine.ca.

It’s worth venturing out in January weather to take in all the entertainment and arts events the Peninsula has to offer.

Tim Rogers at Deep Cove Folk Club Tim Rogers is a veteran of the folk music scene having played numerous clubs and festivals across Canada over the past five decades.

He is also a writer. On January 9 he will bring these two endeavours together through a set of songs and storytelling focused around his recent book, "The Mystery of the SS Southern Cross." Prepare yourself for a rip-roaring sea story along with lots of traditional song and Newfoundland lore.

Fri. Jan. 9, 7.30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30). St. Johns United Church, 10990 West Saanich Rd. Admission: $7

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The Mary Winspear Centre and Mountain Dream Productions are presenting "Kids with Dreams," the culmination of local youth's Triple Threat acting classes -five months of hard work and rehearsals. Bring the whole family to watch these talented performers execute their acting, singing and dancing abilities in an original production.

Jan 23, 7 p.m. and Jan 24, 2 p.m.

Mary Winspear Centre.Tickets: Ph. 250-656-0275

Get your opera fix in the comfort of the Star Cinema. Films of two great operas take the stage this month: Lehar's The Merry Widow followed by Offenbach's Les Contes D'Hoffmann. Renee Fleming stars as the beguiling femme fatale who captivates all Paris in Lehár's enchanting operetta. In the Met's "Les Contes" production, the magnetic tenor Vittorio Grigolo takes on the tortured poet and unwitting adventurer of Offenbach's masterpiece. Soprano Hibla Gerzmava faces the operatic hurdle of singing all three heroines – each an idealized embodiment of some aspect of Hoffmann's desire.

Thomas Hampson portrays the shadowy Four Villains, and Yves Abel conducts the sparkling score.

Merry Widow - Jan. 17, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. D'Hoffman -Jan. 31, 10 a.m. - 1.30 p.m. Star Cinema, 9843 Third St., Sidney

Celebration of English Music With music director Yariv Aloni at the helm, the prestigious Galiano Ensemble will perform An English Suite celebrating compositions by William Boyce, Gerald Finzi, Ralph Vaugh Williams, Frank Bridge, Edward Elgar and Charles Hubert Parry. Now in its 16th year, this local chamber orchestra performs the classics and newly discovered works with verve and elegance.

Wednesday, January 14, 8 p.m.

Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, University of Victoria. Tickets: Ph 250-704-2580

Second Annual Robbie Burns Dinner Everyone gets to be Scottish at this event! Join the Greater Victoria Police Pipe Band and guests for a night of dinner, music

and entertainment in memory of the great bard, Robert Burns.

Silent auction and 50/50 draws.

Proceeds go to support the Pipe Band's community and cultural initiatives in 2015.

Sat. January 24, 5 - 11 p.m. Mary Winspear Centre.Tickets: $55

Open Studio In late January Sandy Bligh and Diane Thorp will welcome visitors to their 'studio' at the Tulista Art Gallery in Sidney. Paints, canvas, fibre and loom will be at work and artwork by the two artists will be on display. Take this opportunity to chat with the artists.

January 24-31, Tulista Park near the Washington ferry dock. Hours and info: Ph. 250-656-7400

Good News for Students The Community Arts Council of the Saanich Peninsula granted $10,000 to the Saanich School District’s “Art and Music in the Schools” program for the 20142015 academic year. This grant enables teachers in School District 63 to access professional artists, musicians, writers and performers to give students a chance to engage with a practicing local artist.

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Reaching Eagle Heights in 2015

by Linda Hunter

While the holidays are a

very recent memory and classes resume in a few days, across the globe in Nairobi, Kenya, January kicks off the calendar as well as a brand new school year; for some.

Because the cost of attending school is prohibitive for countless Kenyan children, the dream of an education remains just that, a dream. For those children fortunate enough to be funded by the Saanich Peninsula based charity, Eagle Heights Africa in BC (EHA BC), tuition, uniform, and housing costs are underwritten by generous sponsors; individuals and families who recognize the power of education and provide for someone they may never meet in person, but for whom this long distance connection represents a lifeline.

One such sponsor, long time Peninsula resident, Janice Martinez, is pleased to support young students whom she knows, without financial aid, would be unable to attend school. She provides funding for Rahab, a young girl who wants to see justice in her beloved nation, as written in one of her letters to Janice, "I truly want to become a law expert and precisely a judge." Without assistance from her sponsor and EHA BC, that dream might go unrealized, but with Janice's generosity, the possibility and the reality can align in Rahab's life; a life she shares with her widowed mother, and brother, and in a home without plumbing or running water. Receiving school reports and letters, Janice sees the good that comes from her goodness and while she has no other links to Africa, she remains tied to the belief that education empowers individuals, changes lives, and that a small amount here can make a huge difference there. She considers it 'an honour and a privilege' and will start her new year, committed to a girl and an ideal that she says has changed her life as much as her student's.

Parkland Secondary School and former teacher Ann Mclean, have for years included EHA BC in their fundraising efforts supporting

education abroad. "Parkland students have been very happy to have been given the chance to sponsor a young Parkland Panther in Kenya, Lewis. Eagle Heights has allowed close contact with children in need in Kenya by having a local contact who communicates directly with the coordinator in Nairobi. We can get updates and school reports and can be sure that the money raised goes to Lewis without a huge costly infrastructure."

Eagle Heights Africa in BC operates with volunteers and without an expensive office or expensive advertising campaigns, sending 96 percent of all donations (just 4 percent administration) directly to Kenya. Ushering in 2015 includes the January launch of a website, the February annual Bridge fundraiser, and an entire year of welcoming new sponsors who truly believe that they can make a • Trau difference in children's lives.

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Dear Friends of the Mary Winspear Centre Thank you for making 2014 a remarkable year for the Mary Winspear Centre. This year marked 14 years of bringing arts and culture to the Saanich Peninsula. Our dedicated staff and volunteers have done an incredible job of expanding our outreach while strengthening our programs and service to the communities.

We could not have managed this without the support of the Town of Sidney, the Municipalities of North and Central Saanich and all of you, the residents of the Saanich Peninsula.

Please stay tuned to see what amazing events and theatre shows we have coming in 2015!

Sincerest thanks, Brad Edgett Executive Director, Mary Winspear Centre

A Year in Review After a year that seemes to have passed with a blink of an eye it is only right to pause and reflect on the past year’s success. Once again the Centre was the pulse of the peninsula hosting anything

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2014 began with the second annual Family Day festivities in Sidney. It was a LEGO filled day that included demonstrations by LEGO professional Robin Sather and the building of a fire truck mosaic to celebrate the Sidney Volunteer Fire Department’s 100 year anniversary.

Moving into the spring our parking lot became a bustle of activity with actors and crew from Gracepoint using the Centre as their home base while filming around Sidney. While the outside of the Centre looked like a Hollywood set the inside welcomed both artists and art lovers to the Pacific Brandt Carvers Show and the SPAC Arts & Crafts Exhibition in April. In May Parkland Secondary School celebrated their 40th anniversary with a full weekend of activities including a mixer and dinner dance. The end of June created a heat wave through the building when the blokes from Thunder From Down Under made their return appearance for two sold out shows.

In August we hosted the First Nations, Inuit and Metis Art Show. With over 60 artists from across Canada representing multiple art forms including painting, carving, pottery, and weaving. The month long show brought in over 3500 patrons and a wide range of media coverage for Sidney.

Throughout the entire year the Charlie White Theatre was again graced with packed houses and world class talent. Hitting the stage this past year with two sold out shows was Chilliwack and Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone. Country singer George Canyon rocked the stage in October and Buffy Sainte-Marie wrapped up the year with her enchanting stage

presence. A new addition to the Theatre was our partnership with Peninsula Players who signed on as our in-house theatre group in May, making the Centre the permanent home for the 60-year-old theatre group.

2014 was all about reuniting the Centre back to the community. Whether you attended one of the monthly meetings held here, were a patron of the arts or took part in family celebrations, our goal was to provide a little something for everyone. We look to 2015 with the same objectives to deliver the people of the Peninsula a gathering space for all enjoy!

Kids with Dreams Mountain Dream Productions and the Mary Winspear Centre are delighted to present our resident musical theatre class in Kids with Dreams. Those attending this theatrical presentation will experience firsthand a world of talent, humor and the achievements of months of practice and hard work for the young performers. Since September these triple threats have been polishing their skills of dance, singing and acting, all under direction of Mountain Dreams very own Margaret Watt. The next round of musical theatre classes for ages 7 – 17 begin in early January.

For tickets and more information on Mountain Dream Productions please call the Mary Winspear Centre at 250-656-0275 or visit us online at marywinspear.ca.

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Being a solo-entrepreneur or small business owner can be a solitary life. When it’s just you responsible for the whole business (which can include being bookkeeper, marketing department, sales, customer service and janitor) it can feel like there’s no time to engage in business mixers or social events. But getting to know your business community, and getting known in your business community, are two vital elements for enjoying and growing your own business.

There are many networking opportunities on the Saanich Peninsula.

Some of these are business specific, or just for women, but all operate on the principle that we can learn and benefit from mixing with other entrepreneurs. Having a support network is invaluable, especially when starting out. In larger businesses this is built into your work life through your colleagues; as a solo business person you can look to your peers to provide feedback, advice and sometimes just to listen if you’ve had a difficult experience, or want someone to celebrate your successes with.

Business to business networking is a great way to share skills too. There is always more to learn and especially when starting a new enterprise it is invaluable to have the resource of someone else’s experience. This means that you need to ask questions of each other. Think of networking as a two-way conversation – you’re not just selling your own business; you can uncover the knowledge base that your fellow business owners have built up. Someone else will always have been in the role that you are in now, and by reaching out and asking questions you may find a solution to a problem that you couldn’t have achieved on your own.

Networking is also a significant means of understanding the business opportunities in your community. Each time you share your skills you ensure that you are more visible as a business. Networking allows connection between what’s available and what’s needed. Make sure that you are recommending your networking colleagues when you hear about opportunities, and they will be doing the same for you.

Remember that digital networking counts too: the impression that you make face-to-face needs to be mirrored by your online presence.

Regularly attending a networking group or business to business mixers will inevitably expand your range of contacts. In a small community word-of-mouth is a crucial marketing tool. It’s not just about making an impression, you need to reinforce it through consistently giving the same message. Attend; contribute; make sure that it’s your name that springs to mind when someone is recommending a business in your category.

Formal or informal networking opportunities are a great tool to utilize as a solo business owner. Jump in and join a group and watch how your business can grow!

The Snowfall

A Date to Remember

The big snow, Sidney 1916. Post Office and other buildings with big snow drifts Sidney Museum Archives P986.6.1

by Sharon Hope

A snowfall of over 50 cm began on February 2nd 1916, Ground Hog Day that made supplies

almost impossible to obtain on the Peninsula. This depth was only surpassed by the snowfall of 1996, when 80 cm fell in downtown Victoria (64.5 cm at the airport).

School was closed for a day in North Saanich in late January, but few people expected the massive deposit less than one week later. After February 2nd, the Sidney roads were completely blocked even for horses and rigs. Both the B.C. Electric and V&S railways ceased to run; the V&S for example, finally arrived days later using a modified snow plow attached to the engine which successfully removed the drifts on the track. The B.C. Electric Railway did not run for at least five days. The people of Brentwood asked that the freighter Marmion, owned by The Cement Company, make its way to Sidney to pick up supplies.

The B.C. Electric Company announced they would not be able to read meters because of the weather conditions. The Red Cross, among other groups, cancelled their meetings. Mail delivery came by the CPR steamer, The City Queen, since the railway could not complete the service. Mrs. Oldfield's father in Oak Bay telephoned that the storm was coming and Mr. Oldfield drove his family to the Interurban by sleigh so they could be in Victoria for the duration.

Mr. Oldfield spent the next 10 days in virtual isolation looking after the farm and his animals.

In Saanichton on February 2nd, Mrs. J. A. MacDonald of Johns Crossing was taken seriously ill and Nurse Walker was asked to attend since there was no doctor. 15 men volunteered to carry the necessary supplies and five horses accompanied the Member Group Grants Community group. Three of the horses broke the trail, one horse The Community Arts Council of the Saanich Peninsula is pleased Arts Centre to offer support to our member groups. For 2015 the following carried Nurse Walker and the other carried the groups will receive funding from the CACSP to support their programming: supplies. The men were armed with shovels to dig @ Tulista Park • Eine Klein Summer Music through the snow. The group left from the Prairie • Palm Court Orchestra On the Sidney Waterfront Hotel (now called the Prairie Inn) to travel to Mrs. • Sidney Concert Society Sculpture Walk, at • Sidney Literary Festival MacDonald's home, a distance of one mile. It took • Sidney Serenaders 5th & Weiler, Sidney approximately two and a half hours to accomplish • Sidney Shutterbugs • Vancouver Island Sculptors Guild Free Admission & Parking the journey and the men arrived in a state of • Via Choralis and the Victoria Gilbert and Sullivan Society Visit www.cacsp.com exhaustion. During the storm's aftermath, farmers Art and Music in the Schools for Full Show Details and their teams were busy trying to open the roads The Community Arts Council of the Saanich Peninsula is on the northern part of the Peninsula. Since the delighted to grant $10,000 to the Saanich School District’s ‘Art and Music in the Schools’ program for the 2014-2015 academic area was not incorporated as a municipality, no year. This grant enables teachers in School District 63 to access professional artists, musicians, writers and performers to provide government assistance was provided. opportunities for students to engage with and learn from a In Victoria, 800 to 1000 military officers and practicing local artist. soldiers stationed at Willows were enlisted to Sandy Bligh and Diane Thorp Open Studio clear snow. Due to lack of sufficient motorized January 25-31, Daily 10am-4pm. Sandy Bligh and Diane Thorp We acknowledge the assistance of the Town of Sidney, welcome visitors to their ‘studio’ at Tulista Park Gallery for the snow plows, in one instance, 50 soldiers pulled a District of North Saanich, Municipality of Central Saanich week. Paints, canvas, fibre and loom will be at work and artwork by wooden plow down a city thoroughfare. It was a and the Province of BC through the BC Arts Council. the two artists will be on display. www.dianethorp@weebly.com. date to remember.

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Recently my husband

and I were enjoying a quick bite and a glass of vino at a funky little bar in Vancouver when we both realized we were sitting next to a very well-known movie star. In an effort to share my excitement, yet still seem nonchalant, I casually pulled out my phone and texted my husband something along the lines of 'OMG OMG OMG OMG!! ' I could see that everyone in the restaurant was respecting his space by not approaching him, save for a few girls who had to come to the bar for a glass of ice, an extra straw and a few rather obvious requests including asking what time it was. I, however, was determined to just remain cool and take in the moment. A few minutes passed and he turned to me and asked if I would pass him a coaster … what happened next will go down in my book of life as one of the most incredible conversations I have ever had about food.

I can't actually recall how we got to talking, I think he mentioned something about parking in Vancouver and it just kicked off from there.

Strangely enough, as each minute passed by and we got to chatting, I forgot that he was famous … and somehow I think he did too. The conversation was raw, funny and became a genuine exchange of words between two regular people who basically really love to talk about food.

We talked for about an hour. We swapped recipes, talked about BBQ dos and don'ts, best cup of coffee, pretentious celebrity foodies, junk food and food trucks. We introduced our mates to one another and short of having a group-hug; we became best friends … ok, maybe that last bit is a stretch.

Celebrity status aside (for the record, I never acknowledged who he was,

and neither did he) I did get a few gems handed to me that day. He told me that whenever he hosts dinner at his place, there's one recipe he always makes, and it was a simple, guaranteed hit. He proceeded to scrawl the recipe for chimichurri on a napkin, and now I'm going to share it with you!

In case you've never heard of chimichurri, it's essentially a South American version of pesto, with parsley as the base. It's a well-known topping for nearly anything, especially steak, and makes a killer dip when mixed with a bit sour cream. This recipe should be a nice change of pace after all the heavy holiday feasting.

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Where They’re Always Glad You Came:

The Prairie Inn

by Lara Gladych

This is the third in a six-part series of profiles on some of the Saanich Peninsula's wonderful restaurants and pubs.

There's already a rumbling of customers throughout the Prairie Inn, just minutes after opening late-morning on a brisk and sunny Saturday. Manager Jamie Day seats me at a cozy table opposite the bar and we start to chat about the pub.

We jump into an easy conversation about the P.I., as it's known locally. Jamie cares about his work and the people he serves,

it's clear. Excellent value, delicious food and memorable service are key to the P.I.'s success. "We want it to be an affordable experience and a great value so that [people] come back."

Regulars are the cornerstone of this business. "We're their kitchen," he shares.

And he doesn't take that for granted one bit.

Jamie and one of the servers, Tiana Tedford, who we catch in passing, start listing for me customer favourites from the menu. The clubhouse, the nachos, Jamie's

pasta (which is named for another Jamie, he notes), and the Red Rooster – which according to Tiana is "everything delicious" – top the list. Also on the list are the beef burgers, which are made fresh by B & C Foods, and are never frozen because the turnover is so quick.

I ask Jamie if they offer anything unique behind the bar. The beer selection is "50 percent based on customer-likes, and the other half is local and affordable." Jamie is candid about their liquor offerings when he

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her what brings people back time after time, and her response is heartfelt. "We care. We remember special orders, what they eat, where they sit."

On the note of special orders, I learn that there's a good gluten-free selection including buns, bread and pasta. The kitchen will try to accommodate anything.

My food arrives and Tiana leaves me to eat. What is most impressive to me right off the bat is that in addition to the anticipated liver heaped with grilled onions and bacon, there's a really beautiful and sizeable portion of crisp broccoli and sliced turnip. Not what I expected from pub food, I admit. I dive into the scoop of mashed potatoes and gravy first, and they're just right. I ate liver fairly regularly growing up, and I never quite understood what people so disliked about it, probably because my mom's was so good. This liver is pretty darn

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As I sit eating and taking in the place, at least two customers that I notice walk in and are greeted by name by the bartender.

Tiana swings by to check-in on me. We talk about what she loves about her job.

She speaks endearingly. "It's like family. It's comfortable. Customers here appreciate you, and that's very rare. People will wait, they'll line-up to get a table."

Breakfast is on the menu here too, until 1 p.m. The Breakfast Platter is their most popular order, and Sundays are their busiest breakfast day.

By the end of my visit I feel like I'm almost extended family.

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At this point I'm ready to place an order.

I ask Jamie if there's any neglected menu item he wished more people ordered.

He doesn't skip a beat: liver and onions.

"People are scared of organs." I rise to the challenge and Jamie calls my order over to the bar.

For those who haven't yet heard, the Prairie Inn now offers a family section.

As of December first, 60 additional kidfriendly seats were added to the existing 24. "We've got to unlock the doors and appeal to everyone. We see people high-fiving to staff because they can bring their kids in."

Jamie has to tend to something, so I continue my conversation with Tiana. I ask

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ignition Buying a car has become increasingly complicated, so Seaside has decided to lend a hand! With the assistance of Motorize Auto Direct, this month we turn on the Ignition for our readers.

Can You Really Buy a NEW Car for Under Ten Grand?

by Julian Sale

Well – sort of …

Since the economic crash of 2008/2009, car manufacturers have scrambled to bring sales volumes back up. Leasing all but stopped in the $50,000 and under segment.

Many common manufacturers cut costs and quality on existing models to drop the prices. Some introduced cheaper-made, smaller new models. Before the recession, consumers faced $18,000 plus price tags for base model cars. But today, we have some real bargains, like the VW Jetta base at $14,990, Dodge Dart base, $15,495, the new Nissan Micra at $9,998, and the Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback for $12,498.

Wow. Those are cheap – really cheap. Don't forget to add $$ for freight, PDI, dealer prep, whatever they call it now.

This is pretty cool, as young drivers have access to cheap, brand-new cars. More seasoned drivers who only need the most basic of transportation also feel right at home in these entry-level econoboxes.

So what does that mean? Do these cheap new cars devalue the lightly used more expensive "cheap" cars from the last five years? The answer is no. When the manufacturers introduce a vehicle with a very, very low price, most consumers quickly find that you cannot actually locate many of these particular vehicles. Manufacturers produce the vast majority of their vehicles with a number of options packages, which drives the price up. Dealers are expected to sell these entry-level cars and make almost no

profit, so the money is made in the upgrades, and the extras, and the options packages, along with servicing. If you were thrilled with your dealers' service department, you will likely frequent them for routine maintenance. Dealers' results rely on consumers returning back to buy again when they're ready for an upgrade so service really sells in this case. That's how a big dealer makes the money they didn't make on the vehicle sale.

Another interesting fact is that these entry-level base models are the first to sell off the showroom floor, and the last to sell out of your driveway three or four years later. The price difference between a base model and a fully equipped comparable model can easily exceed $12,000 or $13,000 considering we are starting with the same basic car. But when it's time for a sale, the base model car will have depreciated a little, and the car with all of the extras will only cost slightly more – despite having been much more expensive when new.

So, would you buy a new base model "XXX" for $14,000, or a two year old version with all the goods for the same price?

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t rends p o t t ing

2015 is a great year to …

Connect

Your neighbours’ phone numbers and their emergency contacts could be in your phone book.

Participate Go out, have fun and enjoy the abundance of church, sports, music, art and community events. You and your family don’t have to go far to join in. Check out your local newspaper, online info and Seaside Magazine event announcements to learn what's out there.

Give Every child should have the opportunity to visit the ocean and learn about our local marine life. That's why the Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre set up the "School of Fish" fund. Donations help subsidize the cost of a trip to the aquarium for underserved youth in the community.

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Volunteers at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital can be found in almost all departments. Assist with way-finding, during meal times, administratively or simply socialize with residents. Come find the volunteer in you and be the familiar face in our community hospital.

Contact Yasmin.Rampuri@viha.ca or 250-652-7519 http://www.viha.ca/volunteer_resources/ opportunities/volunteer_sph.htm

Donate Think of Beacon Community Services Thrift Shops when you clean your closets, cupboards, crawl spaces and garages. The money raised helps fund essential community services and programs.

Drop off at specific locations or call 250 656 6828 for pick up service beaconcs.ca/pages/thriftshops.html

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Do you know your neighbours?

A simple, "Hello and how are you?" creates the caring world we live in. It's great to know that there is a helping hand right next door for a worst case snow storm or power out, or just to borrow that cup of sugar you’re missing.

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with an attractive native carving with a Salish beaver theme.

Kerry Impett, who with her partner Steve Richards, owns the home, greets me and explains that the beaver represents the values they cherish: good work ethic and a strong sense of family.

Stepping inside I enter a sweeping open-concept space bathed in light pouring in from large windows. With her two-year old son, Ryan, tagging along, Impett takes me on a tour. There are two other children at school and a fourth on the way, she explains patting her tummy. “Steve and I designed this home to be practical and functional for a family of six,” she says, “but we also wanted it to be sophisticated and modern.” I quickly see that they have achieved their goals.

Impett smiles and says, “Don’t mind the mess, we’re still moving in.” The walls are bare and a workman is putting some finishing touches to the glass bannister going to the second floor. A spacious living room with a gas fireplace and stone surround occupies the front of the house, facing west. Impett opens an accordion-like set of five joined glass doors the size of a wall that connect the living room to a large deck overlooking Brentwood Drive. The deck has overhead gas heaters, the floor consists of patio stones, and frameless glass railings allows an unobstructed view. It looks a delightful place to enjoy summer breezes.

The large open space stretches all the way to the back side of the house where another set of accordion doors open onto a backyard patio. The middle of the open space contains a dining area with a

The home looks spectacular even at this move-in stage.

It will be outstanding once all the paintings and furnishings are in place.

large table and an ultra-modern kitchen with a grey, granite-topped island, elegant white cabinets, and modern appliances including a professionalquality gas stove. A family area with a couch and a red wood stove, which contrasts with the overall theme of sophisticated whites and greys, occupies the area next to the backyard. Adjacent to the family area, a laundry room that doubles as a mud room also leads to the backyard.

A feature in the adjoining bathroom sums up the exhaustive attention to detail found everywhere in the house. The toilet has an unusual but attractive square seat, and the water tank is invisible because it’s built into the wall.

With Ryan munching on Cheerios, Impett points to the white kitchen cabinets and says, “I love these. They’re a highlight of the kitchen and the bathrooms with their crisp graceful lines. And they function ever-so smoothly. The cabinets were made by Dave Moore, an

excellent craftsman whom we went to school with.”

Her comment sums up the deep roots she and Richards have with the Brentwood community. “We grew up here, and my parents live just down the street. We love this region and we want to be here.”

She leads the way upstairs past a futuristic chandelier hanging in the stairwell. The master bedroom is gorgeous with a king bed facing an enormous wall-sized window with views onto the Brentwood Bay Lodge and masts in the harbour. “Steve and I can watch the Mill Bay ferry from bed,” laughs Impett. The ensuite bathroom has a surprise: a large, jetted bathtub is set right against a large picture window. It’s a perfect place to luxuriate, immersed in bubbles, with a glass of wine and a grand view. As we visited the other three bedrooms, Ryan scampered quickly into his own room and was soon playing with trucks and bulldozers. I noted that the master and one other bedroom have decks.

As we toured I was impressed by the extremely high quality of work in every aspect of the home. For example, the shower in the ensuite bathroom has not only regular and rainforest shower heads, but also three body sprays and a steamer. The main builder of this 3500 sq. ft. house was Steve Thomas Construction, but Impett and Richards had a close involvement in every level of the project from SEASIDE HOMES | JANUARY 2015 | WWW.SEASIDEMAGAZINE.CA 43

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We descend to the lowest, or basement, level, which, due to the property's slope, is a walkout on the front (west) side. The area contains a double garage, a children's playroom, and what will become a workout room with exercise equipment. Tools abound, a sign of Richard's mechanical skills. I note a floor level wash basin for Jackson, their German Pinscher dog.

Impett explains that everything electrical is hooked up to a Control Four Automation System so the house operates as a Smart Home.

"We can program everything," she says, "and can even adjust lights and heating/ventilation from our cell phones." All lighting is by LEDs. The home gets fresh air and energy efficiency by using heat recovery ventilation units. There is in-floor heating throughout. A large underground storm-water tank saves rain water for later use.

The back yard, which faces onto a cul-de-sac street, has a separate driveway, a small grassed yard, and a trampoline and sandbox for the children. The home feels very much a part of the community; it is not hidden away behind fences and hedges.

Leaving, I look around a last time. The white and grey colours and designs are simple, yet elegant. There are modern, almostfuturistic lines and astonishing attention to detail. The home looks spectacular even at this move-in stage. It will be outstanding once all the paintings and furnishings are in place.

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Dave Moore, Cabinet Maker Entering the David H Moore Cabinetry workshop in Saanich, off Keating Cross-Road, I was immersed in the aroma of freshly cut wood. The space was filled with neatly stacked boards, partly finished cabinets, planers, table saws, routers, and other wood-working tools. A pile of sawdust and wood shavings lay under the planer where Moore was working.

"I've been handling wood since I was a kid," he said. "My Dad taught woodwork at Camosun College and had a workshop at home where he let me build things." Moore also spent 17 years apprenticing under one of Victoria's premier cabinet makers. Little wonder that he has built a reputation for quality and craftsmanship and is booked solid for the next half year.

Together with Impett and Richards, Moore designed the cabinets in their home, which he calls a modern take on traditional cabinetry. His biggest challenge was working with the nine-foot ceilings. "We had to be careful with the design so that the kitchen looks proportional, not stretched out," he said. "It also made for a tricky installation."

There's also a green side to Moore, who strives to operate ecologically. "Almost nothing goes to landfill," he said. "The sawdust goes to a farmer for chicken bedding and the offcuts become kindling or are re-made into plywood."

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worry, before we know it the sun will shine once again.

Winter allows an opportunity to improve tree health and to prepare growing conditions for the not too distant bud-swelling spring weather. When admiring a tree we tend to look upwards when in fact the most vital organ is located below our feet. Healthy roots are important for tree health and structural support. Often forgotten and overlooked a healthy root system is critical to having a healthy specimen tree.

During the fall season armies of rakes, brooms, blowers, and lawnmowers track and chase down every last leaf from our lawns and gardens beds. Irritating to most but much needed for our beloved trees. When we clean up our yards we are taking this organic material from our yards disrupting the cycle that naturally occurs within our forests. This leaf litter would normally fall down onto the root systems, decompose and replenish the soil with nitrogen, micro nutrients and organic material: all essential to healthy roots. Composting these leaves and creating your own mulch can be too much for many people to take on, sourcing out local companies that produce high quality composted mulch is a great alternative. Preferably, composted organic material, will complete the cycle those leaf chasing armies like to disrupt.

Mulching trees and garden beds encourages natural microbes within the soil to assist with compaction issues, it will also moderate soil temperature and moisture levels during the dry summer months, all beneficial to healthy root systems. When applying do not over-mulch by placing mulch directly against the trunk of the tree, try to keep the root flare of the tree somewhat exposed. If no root flare is visible you may need to expose it as your tree may be buried. Buried root flares can occur when the grade has increased or if the lawn has grown up to the trunk. A simple way to identify a buried root flare is the similar appearance they have with telephone poles, in the ground with a trunk with no taper.

This will cause health problems unless addressed. Buried root collars with soil up against the trunk can cause unwanted wood decay pathogens to enter through the bark, atmospheric exchanges of vital oxygen can also be disrupted and in some cases suffocate and rot the root system.

Replacing the lawn with mulch as little as one metre away will improve the health of most trees. Some extreme cases will prove that mulching isn't enough; this is common when the tree has been planted in poor soil. Completing a soil analysis will allow us to assess nutrient and soil pH levels. Based on soil analysis results, fertilizing and adjusting the soil pH should be completed along with mulching.

In general please remember that healthy trees are the result of healthy roots, consider how a tree grows within a forest and mimic those conditions: your trees will feel right at home.

For more information regarding tree health concerns consider contacting a Certified ISA Arborist to provide a tree assessment for your property.

on design Purposeful and Beautiful Unveiling your true space is always refreshing when the Christmas ornaments go away for another year. Then as we settle in to embrace January's shades of grey days and dark nights our window coverings suddenly realize their full potential. When the evening

by Paula Grympa approaches it is one of my favourite rituals to Outlooks Design draw the shades and cozy up our home.

Window treatments influence our interiors and make a world of difference.

Carefully planned and professionally manufactured window coverings are instrumental in creating the ambiance you want for your home. For many homeowners it is overwhelming to consider all of their windows at one time. Often they have 'inherited' the drapes or blinds with the purchase of their home. At least privacy and light issues are taken care of whereas with new home builds the homeowner moves in with bare windows!

Understanding costs and creating a realistic budget is essential, just as you would for flooring or appliances. Hire a professional. They are trained in this area of design and have comprehensive knowledge of how window coverings integrate with interior design. Product knowledge and application as it relates to your windows enables you to make choices that you will love!

Inspiration is essential to making a plan and establishing a budget.

How do you know the cost if you don't know what you want? Form follows function. Understanding the 'purpose' of the window covering narrows down the product choices, and from there you can embellish as you are able to. In some situations it is necessary to consider more than one layer of treatment in order to achieve the best solution. When making a plan, understanding the big picture as well as the smaller details is important. Is this home a stepping stone for your growing family, are you reclaiming space because your children have moved out, or are you downsizing for retirement? In any case, remember that potentially you will use your window coverings every day. Convenience, quality and locally crafted products produce the best results. Modern control systems for blinds or motorized drapery using batteries or conventional methods are achievable. They enhance your environment, and increase the value of your home – who knew a window covering has such an impact!

Fabrics and their use for soft furnishings is another consideration in changing your space along with drapery and other window treatments.

Often paint colours are chosen from beautiful fabrics that play an important role. The sectional, comfy feather filled cushions, ottoman and luxurious side panels have a relationship and when there is harmony it is easy to relax, draw the shades and cozy up for another January night.

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trade student spotlight

Cai Brown

by Stu Rhodes

Some kids don't know what they want to be when they grow up because, quite frankly, they truly have no idea. Not so with Cai Brown. His dilemma about what to be when he grows up spawns from having so many interests, so many talents, and so many offers. Just ask one of his many employers, or ask one of his different trade training program instructors.

Cai is currently in his grade 12 year as a Stelly's Secondary student and when he graduates at the end of this school year he will have amassed almost double the credits normally required to graduate! Even though Cai hails from Stelly's, he has spent the past 12 months engaged in technical training at Camosun College or learning on the job. Last February Cai started the Welding Foundation program at Camosun, but not before he completed all his grade 11 and 12 academic requirements for graduation!

He also worked part time for Slegg Lumber. He fast tracked his way through the self-paced welding program in four and a half months instead of the usual seven, and then landed himself two very different welding jobs with local employers who kept him busy through the summer.

Telell Waldhaus of Freeze Right Marine is thrilled to have Cai on his staff. Welding is a very specialized skill and Cai, "‌ has the touch. It isn't very often you see a young welder who can lay down consistent welds the way Cai does." Freeze Right Marine does all sorts of metal fabricating and caters to the marine sector. Cai loves the work, especially the challenges given to him. "One day a refrigeration truck came in for repairs and Telell just gave me a few details and let me go for it. I had to fabricate and install new hinges for the back doors, patch a bunch of holes in the side panels and shelving units, design and install running light mounting brackets, wire a bunch of auxiliary lighting, and complete some critical repairs to the refrigeration system. These were one-pass welds in schedule 80 pipe that had to be pressure tested. I loved the problem solving the most," said Cai. "I wish Cai would stay here in our shop. He would probably be a project manager in very short order. It's hard to find bright young people with ambition and talent." Waldhaus went on to say, "I think we might lose Cai to the mechanics trade though."

Currently, Cai is back at Camosun College again completing the 10-month technical training program for Heavy Duty / Commercial Transport Technician. As one of only two high school students in the program, he finds himself near the top of the class. As early as the tail end of grade 9 Cai started to set his sights on the heavy-duty program and worked diligently at his academics to get them completed early so he could head to Camosun for grade 12. His mom Louise said, "We were starting to worry that school might not be able to hold Cai's attention as he was heading toward grade ten. But once he set his sights on the heavy-

saanich school district jumpstarts student careers duty program and he had a clear pathway defined he developed an unwavering focus.

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His other employer is a local artisan, Nathan Scott, who builds those amazing bronze sculptures you may have seen in Sidney, or the one at Mile Zero, of Terry Fox. Cai helps Nathan by welding segments of the bronze castings together, which is very finicky work. "What I really like about Cai is his ability to anticipate the next move. I'd hire anybody with his same sense of anticipation. You never catch Cai with his hands in his pockets. I am so happy to see a bright young man like Cai entering into the trades instead of going to university. Youth are way better off entering the trades these days if they are looking for a good job. The coffee shops are full of baristas with degrees."

Principal, Peter Westhaver congratulates Cai on his amazing accomplishments to date, "Saanich students like Cai are able to engage in the creation of their own personalized learning plan as a result of our post secondary partnerships. Because he was so focused, Cai was able to create a unique schedule that afforded him the ability to participate in life at Stelly's, complete two comprehensive trade training programs, and sample the workforce to get essential work based training hours and develop his skills."

Cai is fascinated by the work he undertakes and motivated by the opportunity to use his head, his hands, and his heart taking on tasks that require much more from him than simply following directions.

He is grateful for the opportunities afforded him by the trade programs offered through the Saanich School District and advises other youth to consider a similar pathway. "Get creative and design a career / education pathway that works for you, it doesn't really seem much like school when you're learning about something you love to do!"

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in good health

'To Do' List: Self Care Dr. Dana Tishenko & Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic

by Doreen Marion Gee

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This is the third in a six-part series of profiles on some great local businesses that are working to keep us all in good health.

Self-denial seems inherent in our culture where putting ourselves first is labelled 'selfish.' Women especially are programmed from birth that their primary role is to care for others, not themselves.

However, medical experts are discovering that it is essential to put our own well-being high on our 'To Do' lists. As well as enriching our own health, it enables us to help others. Dr. Dana Tishenko encourages her clients to respect their own health

and empower themselves to be well. In a nut-shell, she teaches them vital self-care that may just extend their lives.

Dr. Dana Tishenko of Sidney's Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic has a silvery bedside manner: calm, kind, and nurturing. A trained Naturopathic Doctor (ND), she is part of a team that excel in clinical nutrition; botanical, homeopathic, and oriental medicine; acupuncture; lifestyle counselling; massage therapy and more. Like many NDs, Dana is certified to do a 'Women's Wellness Exam'

and is trained by the BC Cancer Agency to do a routine 'Pap Smear' cancer-screening test. In this important way, Dana and her colleagues are providing potentially life-saving tests, the ultimate exercise in clients' self-care.

With Dana's guidance, people take a proactive role in their own health. Clients benefit from quality time with Dana as she delves into the "nitty-gritty" of their lives and the roots of their medical conditions, both physical and psychological. Using herbs, supplements, acupuncture, massage and other methods, she

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invokes the body's natural tendency to be well.

Dana puts a high priority on good food; she helps her clients make positive diet changes so they are ingesting healthy nutritious fuel.

"If people want to be healthy, they need to be bringing good natural food, high in nutrients, into their bodies. Proper diet is the foundation of health." To Dana, eating fresh food high in nutrients and avoiding "inflammatory" processed foods and refined sugars will boost the immune system. It is part of her clients' healthy self-care 'To-Do' list.

Digestive health is a core element of naturopathic medicine. What foods are causing problems? she asks her clients. Also, when we are under stress our bodies forfeit a proper thorough digestive process. Dinner is not the place to be talking about our lousy boss; we need to reinvent mealtime as a priority where we relax and absorb the goodness in our food. Dana speaks frankly: "Stress is one of the biggest contributing factors underlying most illness in our modern western world." Chronic stress compromises the

functioning of our immune systems, making us vulnerable to disease. To Dana, taking good care of ourselves involves developing better life style habits to manage stress in our lives and controlling how we perceive and deal with challenging situations.

"Using herbs, supplements, acupuncture, massage and other methods, she invokes the body's natural tendency to be well."

"The best preventative measures against the major illnesses are to eat well and exercise well!" reflects Dana. We are designed to be active and move constantly. Proper exercise doesn't have to be a boot camp sweat-fest; it can be a simple 10 minute walk. Dana

believes that social interaction and a good support network of friends is crucial to ongoing mental health. Taking care of ourselves means keeping our bodies well-oiled and relishing the comfort of others.

Recommended reading for Dr. Tishenko's clients is "When The Body Says No" by Dr. Gabor Mate. In his book, the renowned physician postulates a primal connection between taking care of ourselves and prolonged health and longevity. Dana concurs: "This is what we do in naturopathic medicine: we are helping people to take good care of themselves, their health and wellbeing. If you are healthy, if you are grounded, then you are in a much better position to be there for others. Care-givers can become very sick if they do not sometimes learn how to put themselves first."

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Digitalization is Killing Art

In one of her paintings,

by Huiyang Wang

May Ip-Lam portrayed a spectacular yet distinctive eagle through traditional and contemporary Chinese watercolours with rich dark mars-black and burnt-sienna strokes. Unlike other eagles in paintings, which either proudly fly in the sky with their powerful and wide-spread wings, or stingingly stare at you with their piercing eyes, May's eagle stands there, serenely and sedately, with its head hanging down as it caresses its wings. Time stands still in its tender and gentle eyes. "My daughter said the eagle looks so sad," said May, an 88-year-old Chinese artist, with a smile on her face, "but I don't think so.

Why do people always want to see strong and vigorous eagles fly in the sky showing their masculinity? Sometimes they are as fragile as we all are."

May Ip-Lam was born on May 12, 1926 in Kunming, Yunnan province, China. She spent most of her childhood at her grandfather's beautiful and peaceful farm in Guangdong province, where her grandfather, a cultivated gentleman, inspired her with his love of calligraphy. Her father also loved to paint with brush and ink, melding Western and Chinese painting into his art. "When I looked

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at my father creating those powerful and sturdy images with soft brushes, for the first time I saw magic," said May. "I knew that painting was something I wanted to do for my whole life."

In 1969, her whole family immigrated to Canada, and since then she has lived in Victoria. Studying her father's approach, she began to develop her own style. She expressed the freedom of life through animals – curious nightingales singing unchained melodies. She portrayed her love of the world through landscapes – forest-clad mountains sing a soothing lullaby. Eventually, she opened her own art gallery in Chinatown in 2008, surrounded by her father's legacies and her own creations.

She saw things differently and created unexpected touches.

White bamboos have become her forte. May unfolded a huge scroll, and a grove of white bamboo appeared, with a full-bodied dark background, embellished with gentle light magenta highlights, as if you could see the wind blowing through the forest. "White gives me a sense of clean and honest. That's what I think of bamboos as well."

The Royal BC Museum has curated two of May's spectacular works.

However, it may come as a surprise that when asked to take pictures of her paintings, she was a little bit reluctant. "Actually I don't want my works to be digitized." Last year, an American company was willing to buy her works at an incredibly high price, but May refused their offer.

"Because they wanted to make thousands of copies of my works, and sell them. Mass production. The hazard of the modern world." May looked at her weather-beaten hands and said, "can you really feel the beauty of the painting through that screen? Can you feel the painter's soul without seeing the original work? If one day, you can only find those digital images on the internet and no one even bothers asking for the original work, would you call it art then? Please don't let art die."

The artist's eyes looked a little helpless when those powerful thought-provoking questions came out of her mouth.

salish sea news "It's a quick and easy thing to do to save a sea lion"

Resolve to Lose the Loop Tina Kelly is an Ocean Advocate at the Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre. Visit www. oceandiscovery.ca for more information.

Instead of resolving to lose pounds this New Year, Wendy Szaniszlo, a Research Assistant at the Vancouver Aquarium (VanAqua), suggests you resolve to "lose the loop."

Szaniszlo's research focuses on marine mammal entanglements – primarily sea lions – in man-made materials.

British Columbia's coast is home to both California and Steller sea lions. In the 1980's, Steller sea lion numbers dropped dramatically – some populations decreasing as much as 75 percent. Even though BC populations are rebounding, they remain listed as a species of Special Concern by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC).

In the US, Steller sea lions are designated as an Endangered Species and their numbers continue to decline in Western Alaska. Declines – now and historically – are being thoroughly researched; these studies investigate factors including disease, predation, habitat degradation, as well as prey quality and availability.

One definite threat is marine debris. From 2005 to 2012, 558 sea lion entanglements were observed in and around Pacific Rim National Park on Vancouver Island.

Categorizing the products responsible for entanglements was an important part of Szaniszlo's study. Of the 558 cases considered, 30 percent resulted from plastic bait box packing bands, 15 percent were from fishing flashers or hooks with associated line, and three percent

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involved rubber bands from crab traps. In more than half of the cases entanglement was so severe the offending item could not be determined.

Entanglements are dire situations for sea lions. Loops often become bound around the neck, and if the individual is still growing, the consequence is even more severe. "The majority of the observed entanglements cut deeply into the flesh. This can cause nerve damage and open them up to infection," says Szaniszlo. The damage may also impact their ability to swim, hunt or swallow.

Since October 2013, the VanAqua team – including the only veterinarian licensed to drug sea lions – has successfully disentangled six animals. These carefully orchestrated endeavours focus on the safety of both the animals and rescue team. "Weather and sea conditions are factors in getting safely to, and on, a sea lion haul out," describes Szaniszlo, "Add to that, concern about being around a large number of carnivores weighing more than 2000 lbs. (900 kg) each." Carefully considered sedative dosage needs to be determined and the risk of a sedated animal entering the water is assessed.

With the cost and risks involved in disentangling wildlife, prevention is key. This year, resolve to "lose the loop" and cut any bands or looped material before disposal. It's a quick and easy thing to do to save a sea lion.

Marine mammals in distress should be reported to the Vancouver Aquarium's Marine Mammal Rescue Centre at 604-258-SEAL (7325) or the Department of Fisheries and Oceans at 1-800-465-4336.

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Just moved to the Saanich Peninsula? Why not join our club to make new friends and get to know the community! We meet for lunch with an invited speaker on diverse topics.

January 9

Central Saanich Senior Centre's Guest Speaker 1.30 - 3 p.m.

The Centre For Active Living 50+ 1229 Clarke Rd. (next to the library), Brentwood Bay. 250-652-4611 or cssa@shaw.ca

Guest Speaker - Gilles Lacroix - Area Manager of Saint Elizabeth, a Non-Profit Society that assists families with Home Health Services.

Admission by donation. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome.

January 19

Resolve to Tell with Stories at Fern Street Doors @ 7.15 p.m, stories @ 7.30 p.m.

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The Victoria Storytellers Guild welcomes you to hear and tell stories! "For people who love to tell stories, For people who love to listen, For people of all ages." Admission $5; students $3 (includes tea and goodies).

January 22 Chef’s Table

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Culinary innovation is a core value at Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa. Savour exquisitely paired wines and expertly crafted cuisine by Chef Sean Norris at our next Chef's Table. 5 courses and 4 wine pairings. $129 per person + taxes and gratuities. Call to reserve, 30 seats only!

January 27

CFUW Saanich Peninsula' Guest Speaker 7 p.m. at the Mary Winspear Centre

Brian Richmond is an award winning theatre producer and teacher. He is also the Founder and Producing Artistic Director of the Blue Bridge Theater. Please join us for his fascinating presentation.

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Starlight Pops presents “British Invasion!"

Jan 30 at 7 p.m. (doors at 7), Feb 1 at 2.30 p.m. (doors at 2) St. Aidan's United Church, 3703 St. Aidan's Street, Saanich www.starlightpops.com

Featuring hits from The Beatles, Adele, The Rolling Stones, Petula Clark, Manfred Mann, Elton John, Sting, U2 and many others. Tickets $20.

January 31

Cider for Scholarships 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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Friends and alumni of Pearson and other United World Colleges will gather at Sea Cider for a formal night of award-winning cider, gourmet appetizers, entertainment by Pearson College students and a silent auction. Admission: $100.00. Proceeds towards scholarships for Canadian students to attend United WorldColleges.

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last word I have to admit that I'm a bit sorry to be saying goodbye to 2014. It's been a good year for me! Did I mention before how happy I am to be in my new role here at Seaside? It's interesting approaching a new year and wondering what can top the one that went before.

Do you have travel plans this year? A significant birthday or other anniversary to celebrate? Perhaps there will be a wedding, or the arrival of a new family member. From the depths of winter it can be exciting to anticipate what's on the horizon. There are the things that will happen to us, and there are the things that we can make happen. What are your plans to make your mark in 2015?

January 1st is always an opportunity to turn a fresh page and look at things anew. We've chosen to focus on finances this month, with the idea of planning in mind. The way that we handle our finances says a lot about us. Sometimes the biggest gains are made by those who are prepared to take a risk but there are also many rewards for those who start small and carefully plan for their future.

I enjoyed reflecting on the idea of legacy and how we might plan to continue supporting the things that matter to us after

we die. Many of the institutions we benefit from today were made possible through generous legacy gifts in the past. The Mary Winspear Centre and Charlie White Theatre are named after the philanthropists who cared about the arts and wanted to ensure a significant venue was available here on the Saanich Peninsula. We won't all have a fortune to leave, but our legacies can be written in many forms.

This month in Trendspotting (pg 40) Susi McMillan took the idea of giving and ran with it. She used as her inspiration the Winston Churchill quotation "We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." Giving something of ourselves always has a dual benefit: we help others, and we feel good doing it. I'm inspired by the concept of participation as a force for good. I don't think it really matters what it is that we're participating in, but society works better when we have to rub up alongside other people. It takes work sometimes to tolerate different perspectives, and it forces us to reflect upon the many ways that it is possible for people to live. When we practice tolerance for each other we are leaving behind a gift for the generations that will come after.

Wishing you all a happy, and memorable, New Year!

Deborah Rogers, Editor

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