Seaside Magazine June 2022 Issue

SEA SIDE M A G A Z I N E

JUNE

2022 MEN to WATCH SPECIAL FEATURE

Accessible Eating

ON THE PENINSULA FATHER'S DAY CELEBRATE WITH CHOCOLATE ADDICTION AWARENESS START THE CONVERSATION SEASIDE HOMES MEET THE BUILDING INSPECTOR

YOUR SAANICH PENINSULA VOICE

PENINSULA VOICES

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TOP STORIES 17

INSIDE OUT Starting a Conversation About Addiction

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OUTDOOR DINING Three Ways to Dress Your Table

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PENINSULA VOICES Golden Girl Micah Zandee-Hart

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2022 MEN TO WATCH Celebrating Our Local Men in Business

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ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL Barrier-Free Spots on the Peninsula

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THIS MONTH'S CONTRIBUTORS Annilee Armstrong, Morrie Baillie, Jo Barnes, David Bremner, Brooklyn Cribdon, Tabatha Golat, Sherrin Griffin, Heidi Hackman, Matt Hall, Janice Henshaw, Jesse Holth, Hayley Jackson, Tina Kelly, Colleen McNamee, Sean McNeill, Sheila Molloy, Cassidy Nunn, Deborah Rogers, Steve Sakiyama, Andres Sanchez, Joan Saunders, Marita Schauch, Priya Sharma, Stephanie Staples, Muavae Va'a, Robin Whyte

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Contents JUNE 2022

EVERY MONTH 8 10 14 17 18 25 31

First Word From the Kitchen In Fashion Inside Out Peninsula Voices Out for a … Beach Scout Common Cents

32 35 43 46 51 54 56

Stable & Field The Natural Path Screen Scene New & Noteworthy The Golden Years Weatherwit Arts Scene

59 62 65 67 68 76 78

Going Green Living Off the Land Trade Student Spotlight West Coast Gardener Seaside Homes Take Note Last Word

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Contributors

ANNILEE ARMSTRONG PAGE 46

DAVID BREMNER PAGE 14

HAYLEY JACKSON PAGE 28

Having a finger on the pulse of the community is something I have always loved. Researching the latest news about what keeps our community connected, and bringing that to you, is a joy. I look forward to keeping us all linked together with the New & Noteworthy column!

The Seaqual Initiative. Occasionally we stumble onto a thought process that makes us stop and go hmm: why didn’t I think of that? This happened to me recently, and I’m so glad it did. What would be a great way to reduce plastic waste in our oceans?

Give it a financial value.

I think being able to get outside and enjoy your surroundings is a simple pleasure. Getting to put together a piece on alfresco dining for June was such a great way of being able to showcase a space that sometimes goes forgotten and overlooked. Happy patio season!

SEAN MCNEILL PAGE 37

CPL. ANDRES SANCHEZ PAGE 61

ROBIN WHYTE PAGE 22

As our community and the world around us continues to evolve, a quest for balance has become increasingly important. Now, more than ever, there is a need to explore new ways of combining personal and professional lives while simultaneously honouring our family, friends, business partners and community, who care and share in our successes.

Currently the number one preventable crime affecting our community is telephone and email fraud. Effective community policing involves engaging with the public and understanding their needs. I believe that serving our community through proactive education is key to keeping our community safe and scammers out of our pockets.

While great strides have been made towards creating an accessible and inclusive world, there's still more work to be done. I think it's primarily an awareness issue. With over 20% of our population identifying as having a disability (my scooter-using self included), it just makes sense for businesses to become barrier free because we ALL benefit.

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First Word

from the

Publisher

Sue Hodgson This issue we have much to celebrate including a special feature introducing some men from our community, our 9th annual Men To Watch (pg 37).

When I think of the men in my life right now, I think of my son, Lucas. Yes, I’m a very proud mom! As parents we worry so much about teaching our children all the skills they’ll need for their future endeavours, and hope that we have done everything we can for their success. However, I see that there is much I can learn from Lucas, and the way he has navigated the unforeseen circumstances of the past few years. Read Stephanie Staple’s interview with Micah Zandee-Hart in Peninsula Voices (pg 18), and we are all reminded how we can learn from the younger generation and their experiences.

This month Seaside Magazine’s love affair with food continues, with writer Joan Saunders’ article and stepby-step instructions for a delicious looking Chocolate Stout Cake (pg 10). Robin Whyte writes about the top 10 accessible places to eat as we celebrate National AccessAbility week from May 29 - June 4 (pg 22). And you can find creative inspiration for your patio with Hayley Jackson’s Outdoor Dining, styled three-ways (pg 28).

There is never a dull moment on the Saanich Peninsula with the Vancouver Island Coastal Cowgirls; with manoeuvres such as fast spins, sliding stops and roll backs – it’s all very exciting for a crowd to watch (pg 32). In this 80 page issue there is so much to read that I simply can’t cover it all! Make sure you sit back and read every page and let us know what you think, and if you have ideas, or suggestions of special people in our community we need to know about, please email us at news@seasidemagazine.ca.

I think this cover is one of my favourites. Thank you Muavae, you’ve brought out the fun, and are a bright shining light that will put a smile on everyone’s faces.

Happy Father’s Day!

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F R O M T H E K I TC H E N

by Joan Saunders | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography

Celebrating with a Classic

Those who know me, know that if I had to choose between chocolate and lemon, I would always choose lemon. I would even choose caramel over chocolate. Blasphemy, say many. However, having a lovely chocolate cake for a special treat is something that most people really appreciate and I'm more than happy to indulge. And for those who love chocolate, this fabulous recipe is not only easy, but also impressive, moist and sure to satisfy the most discerning chocolate cake connoisseur.

So, as it's Father's Day this month, I know that there are many in my circle who will be very happy indeed with this cake. There are also a number of birthdays that we celebrate in June, so this dessert will probably make more than one appearance.

First up is the choice of stout. While you only need one cup, here you have free reign. Explore local breweries and see what taste combinations they have created. Cherry? Orange?

Chocolate? There are stouts that are brewed with notes of coconut or vanilla. Others are imbued with coffee or peanuts.

You could go with a classic, but let yourself play around a bit.

This will add even more layers of flavour.

One excellent possibility is to use a raspberry stout and then top the cake with raspberries. Not only does it look amazing with the contrasting colours of the dark cake, frothy top and rich ruby red of the berries, the fruit adds a lighter component to the dense chocolate cake. You could also try a cherry stout, then add chopped cherries to the batter. Yum. Making a cherry sauce so people can spoon it over the cake when it's served also creates a winning combination. What I like to do at this time of year is decorate with strawberries on top, as the seasonal freshness of the berries complements the richness of the cake and icing.

Whatever flavours you choose, you can't go wrong with a fabulous, easy to make, moist chocolate cake. And, while I hope people will invite me in even if I don't bring dessert, I know my welcome is assured when I show up with this classic celebratory cake.

Chocolate Stout Cake For the Cake Butter for pans 1 cup stout (flavour of your choice) ½ cup plus 2 tbsp unsalted butter ¾ cup cocoa 2 cups berry/superfine sugar

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¾ cup sour cream 2 eggs 1 tbsp vanilla extract 2 cups all purpose flour ½ tsp salt 2 tsp baking soda

Icing ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened 6 oz (¾ cup) cream cheese, softened 3¾ to 4 cups icing sugar 1½ to 2 tbsp milk (or Baileys!)

1½ tsp vanilla bean paste or extract

Heat oven to 350°. Butter two 8-inch springform pans (or use regular cake pans); line with parchment paper. Put stout and butter in large saucepan. Heat over medium-low until butter melts; remove from heat. Now add in the cocoa and superfine sugar; whisk to blend well.

In small bowl, combine sour cream, eggs and vanilla; mix together well. Add this to stout/butter mix; whisk. Then add flour, salt, baking soda and whisk again until smooth. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans, bake until risen and firm, 33-35 minutes, or until tester inserted in cake comes out clean. Place pans on wire rack; cool completely in pans.

Icing: in the bowl of a stand mixer, using paddle attachment (or mixing bowl with hand mixer) beat butter and cream cheese together for about one minute, or until smooth. Add in 3¾ cups of icing sugar, 1½ tbsp milk and vanilla. Mix until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. If needed, add a bit more icing sugar or milk to get icing to the right consistency. The icing should be thin enough to spread easily, but not too thin, so it doesn't slide off the top of the cake.

Remove cake from pans. Place one cake on platter or cake stand. Take just under half of the icing and spread on bottom layer. Add the top layer. Ice top of cake only, not the sides.

Can add Baileys instead of milk to icing to give more flavour.

If making cupcakes, bake about 25 minutes. Or this makes a great one-pan cake: use a 9-inch springform pan; bake for 45-60 minutes; until tester inserted in cake comes out clean. Ice top of cake only. This cake tastes even better on day two, so you can definitely make it a day ahead.

Recipe adapted from: www.nigella.com/recipes/chocolate-guinness-cake www.cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1875-chocolate-guinness-cake www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/chocolate_guinness_cake/

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I N FA S H I O N

by David Bremner, D.G.Bremner & Company

Something from Nothing: the Seaqual Initiative A few seasons ago in the menswear business, we started hearing of something called the Seaqual Initiative. At first I thought, like many things, it was something dreamed up by a marketing executive to increase sales. Turns out I was wrong (no surprise there).

The Seaqual Initiative name kept surfacing on brands that we source from Europe, mainly Paul & Shark, Brax and Robert Graham, but others as well. It was enough that my curiosity was piqued and I went down the rabbit hole.

Interestingly enough, it turns out the Seaqual Initiative is a Spanish organization, and is a collaboration of individuals and corporations who share a vision to reduce plastic waste in our oceans. In fact not only to reduce, but to create the incentive to harvest plastic waste by monetizing it. Brilliant.

This is where it gets interesting: The Seaqual Initiative coordinates and partners with the waste management industries to recycle and repurpose plastic waste into very high-quality polyester filaments and spin it into yarn, which is sold to fabric houses that blend and weave the yarn into fabric that clothing manufacturers purchase for their designs. Also brilliant.

Nothing creates energy like the ability to make money from nothing, particularly for those people living in Third World countries where plastic waste is abundant. The environmental benefit is simply a welcome bonus.

Keep in mind that we're not talking about the cheap double knit polyester that soured the North American appetite for manmade fibres. The European market grasped the benefits of blending manmade filaments with natural fibres, far in advance of the North American market, and really never stopped delivering higher-quality yarns. The benefits of blended fabrics are that they are more colour fast, more durable, pill less, maintain their shape better and are generally much easier to care for … and using recycled filaments has the additional benefit of reducing our reliance on petro chemicals.

Please consider, if you will, the economic potential contained in the 80,000 tonnes of mainly plastic waste in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, floating off the coast of California, and a similar though smaller garbage island in the Atlantic Ocean's Sargasso Sea. That these floating islands have been allowed to exist says so much about us … and should be a definitive call to action for people, governments and corporations to help organizations like the Seaqual Initiative. I know I will.

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Coconut lotion. On your Netflix queue? Vikings. When you don't care how much it costs?

Food – especially Samoan food!

In haircare? Short and shiny.

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When adding colour to your outfit? Something bright: yellow or orange. When you want to throw fashion out the window and be all about comfort? Just my lava-lava (a Samoan-style sarong). When it comes to your go-to "uniform?"

Samoan dress up.

In your closet? Sports casual style of clothing – Lululemon is a favourite. On your feet? New Balance or flip flops.

In your bathroom cabinet?

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INSIDE OUT

by Priya Sharma, Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor, Tsartlip First Nation

Difficult Conversations:

How to Support a Loved One Struggling With Addiction Providing support to a loved one dealing with a substance use disorder (more commonly known as addiction) can be exceptionally challenging. Unless you work in the field or have lived experience, it can be difficult to navigate conversations about substance use and set healthy boundaries that support their recovery whilst respecting your own needs.

Here are some tips I have gathered over the years working as an addictions counsellor and supporting my loved ones struggling with an addiction, to help you feel more comfortable engaging in difficult conversations. This is not meant to be a master plan for how conversations "ought to be." We are all unique, with different needs, making it impossible to create a magic script that works for all of us.

Have an open mind as I share a perspective less seen.

First, let's talk about how our knowledge influences our communication. Society often blames people for their addiction as if it is a moral failure on the individual's part. Negative biases like people with addictions are selfish, lazy, and destructive still exist.

These stereotypes can influence how people struggling with substance use disorder feel about themselves and their strength to recover.

Before speaking to your loved one, make sure you understand that addiction is a disease. The more knowledge you have about addiction, the better you'll be able to communicate. When going into conversations with your loved ones about their substance use,

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keep in mind that addiction is a treatable disease that does not define who they are. Their addiction does not have to be the focus of every conversation you have. Speak from your heart, remind them of their strengths and that they are so much more than their addiction.

Johann Hari said: "The opposite of addiction is not sobriety. It is human connection." Looking at addiction from this perspective, we can see how isolated and disconnected someone struggling with substance use disorder feels. When supporting someone's sobriety, focus less on the substance use itself and more on including the person in healthy community/family activities as often as you would anyone else. We all know how good it feels to be included!

Lastly, please take care of yourself. Supporting someone struggling with addiction is an overwhelming process filled with feelings such as confusion, frustration and helplessness. Compassion fatigue is a normal experience.

Incorporate self-care in your daily routine and take time to recharge when you need it. Remember, you are supporting someone's journey, but you are not responsible for the outcome. Everyone must learn to recover for themselves, with your support. You can't do their recovery for them.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with an addiction, please visit www.Canada.ca to view all the resources available to you for free.

Family members of individuals struggling with an addiction also have access to lots of free resources like Al-Anon support groups and family and individual counselling.

Men Need to Know MENTAL HEALTH Inactive men are 60% more likely to suffer from depression than active men.

NUTRITION Eat 5-7 servings of fruit and veggies a day. It’s easy!

DRINKING Lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by consuming under 4-10 alcholic drinks a week.

SLEEP 7-8 hours a night translates to 60% less risk of fatal heart attack than 5 hours or less.

ACTIVITY Men who climb 50 stairs or walk 5 city blocks a day may lower their risk of heart attack by 25%.

SCREENING for prostate cancer should begin at 50 for those at low risk, and 45 for high risk men.

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P E N I N S U L A VO I C E S

by Stephanie Staples | photo by Dave Holland

Golden Girl: Micah

Zandee-Hart What do you get when you cross a self-driven, passionate, go-getter with a Saanich Peninsula community full of non-stop support? You might just get an Olympic Gold Medal Athlete!

What an inspiration to spend time with Micah Zandee-Hart: she is a bright light, not only in the world of sports but as a champion for positive leadership, mentoring and paying it forward.

While some people get motivated when other people say "You can't do that," Micah had the opposite experience. When she set her sights on playing Olympic level hockey, she received nothing but support and encouragement from her family and community and she set out to "prove people right!" While she didn't know how she was going to do it, her belief that she was going to do it never wavered.

On the ice at age four, she happily played on the boys' teams throughout her childhood when there were no girls' hockey teams.

Using her super-competitiveness as a super-power, Micah attended the Okanagan Hockey School at age 16 and grew both personally and professionally.

We saw our Team Canada athletes on TV, glowing with pride, clutching their medals, celebrating with their teammates – but we didn't see the years, decades in fact, of hard work, grit and determination that they put in. We don't see all the things they have missed because of practices, training and games. We don't see the struggle to regain their strength injury after injury and the mental toughness they endure with losses, setbacks and disappointments.

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will work harder here than you ever worked before," she was all in.

You said there are so many universal life lessons that you have learned playing hockey, defence specifically, and being a part of a team that you've called a family. Would you share some with us?

There are three big things that I always come back to when I think of what my hockey career has instilled in me: determination, leadership and belief. Determination was something I relied upon heavily, being the only girl from Vancouver Island pursing a career in women's hockey at the time. My determination led me to put in extra work; to seek out coaches and mentors that would tell me what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to hear; and to take any opportunity that came my way to help me get better. Leadership was a big one I learned at a young age. The power of the team is the people, but some people in that group have to be willing to put the collective ahead of the self for the betterment of the team. That can be as simple as leading by example or getting to know your team members. Belief is one I think it took me a little bit longer to learn, but I truly think that 90% of being successful in whatever you pursue in your life is the belief in yourself that you can accomplish the things you put your mind to. You could be the best hockey player in the world, but if you don't believe it you may never be a champion.

You've had some powerful role models and mentors in your life, including Colleen Sostorics, who made your future look a little clearer for you – talk about the women who inspire(d) you and how you stay inspired when things are tough.

Colleen was an obvious one for me as a young girl. I met her when I was 10 years old, and she was living proof that a young girl from a small community could make her dream a reality if she put her

mind to it. I carried that with me throughout my career. But more influentially perhaps were the women in my life outside of hockey.

My mother, my sister, my aunts, my grandma; they were all strong examples of leaders who lived their life treating everyone with respect, volunteering in their community, cracking jokes whenever they had the chance, and most of all giving love to those around them. They taught me so much about how I wanted to be remembered, just by being themselves unapologetically.

What do you want parents/guardians/supporters to know when championing a kid in sport? What do you see that we are doing right or where do you see that we can use some improvement?

Honestly, first and foremost as cliché as it may sound, the best thing any supporter can do for their child in sport is to be their cheerleader unconditionally. What worries me about the way youth sports are headed is the large focus on outcome. With the internet, analytics and technology right now, children are being exposed to scholarships, ranking systems and depth charts at earlier and earlier ages. As someone who was extremely competitive in literally everything I did from age four, I am not saying that should be taken away. Children need to experience celebrating success and learning from failure; that is an important part of life. But we need to celebrate things outside of points and wins. We need to celebrate the kid who put 100% effort in at practice, the kid who bounced back after a mistake, the kid who stayed out to pick up pucks so their coach didn't have to, or the kid who lifted up a teammate when they were down. These are the things in sport that go far beyond trophies in a box in your basement, and as someone who has played hockey at the highest level, I can assure you that these things can be the difference between someone "making it" or not.

Not all players saw the ice during your time in Beijing, yet your team seemed to find the secret sauce that allowed everyone to feel valued and appreciated for their respective roles. Tell us about this and how it can relate to real life.

Unfortunately, the reality of hockey is that only five people can be on the ice at one time, and sometimes with momentum swings and tight situations like a gold medal game, that leads to some players seeing the ice much more than others. As I said previously, every player on a roster has a role, just as everyone at a company has a role from the CEO to the cleaning staff who come in after everyone

leaves. But what makes a team great is the understanding that each of these moving parts as they are make the collective better. That was a focus of our team from day one: when we won in Beijing, despite there only being 23 medals awarded, there were 50 people who had a hand in making us our best in that game. We celebrated and showed gratitude for what all 50 of those people brought to the table, and I think that is the "secret sauce" to making any team successful.

Micah, at just 25, you've already seen the world, accomplished a huge, life-changing goal and have set yourself up to continue to positively influence females in sport. Tell us about Micah in downtime mode and Micah in planning mode for the future.

I've learned that the million-dollar question to any Olympian postOlympics is "what's next?" Down time for me is not too exciting.

I play hard but I also rest very hard … I love going to the movies, reading, writing, watching Netflix, playing board games, or taking up other sports just for fun. In terms of planning for the future, I want to continue playing for as long as my body allows me and as long as I still love what I am doing. Aside from that, I have a passion for coaching and mentoring the next generation of athletes. I am also interested in performance psychology and writing, so I'd like to pursue a Master's and potentially look at publishing a book or two down the road.

If you could only tell our readers one thing, what would it be?

I think going along with the other questions in this article, I'd be remiss not to mention a realization I came to over this past year. In 2021 prior to the Olympics, I broke my thumb and dislocated my shoulder, ultimately resulting in surgery, and only returned to my team in November before competing at the Olympics in February.

Three years before that I was a final cut from the team that won silver in PyeongChang in 2018. A lot of people have asked me since then if getting the gold medal around my neck was the best moment of my life. Sometimes I'm embarrassed of my answer, but the truth is that getting that medal was not the best moment of my life. The best moment of my life was finding the balance between striving for gold, loving what I'm doing, and being my authentic self on and off the ice.

Somehow on the journey for gold that became my new definition of success, and finding that with my incredible teammates of this year's team specifically, led to some of the best moments in my life. I hope readers remember that in the pursuit of their own dream journey.

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What's Happening eni en nin ing ng Jann Arden June 16-18

Jann Arden is a multi-platinum, award-winning singer, songwriter, actor and author.

Arden has released 15 albums with 19 top ten singles. Her most recent project, Descendant was released in January 2022 and features a 15-song collection representing the last 18 months of Arden’s life and headspace. A bold, beautiful, and empowering sound of Jann Arden, Descendant signifies a return to form for the multifaceted artist, reflecting on where she came from and where she is headed.

Arden’s accolades include 8 JUNO Awards including Female Artist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year, 10 SOCAN Awards and 4 Western Canadian Music Awards to name a few. In 2020, she was announced as an inductee into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame joining the ranks of Canadian music icons including Alanis Morisette, Bryan Adams, Barenaked Ladies, Bachman Turner Overdrive, Joni Mitchell, Shania Twain and many more. Arden has also been inducted into the Canadian Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame, has a Star on Canada’s Walk of Fame and has been awarded the Order of Canada.

Arden has written five books, the most recent being her new memoir IF I KNEW THEN: Finding Wisdom in Failure and Power in Aging, released October 2020. IF I KNEW THEN follows Arden’s 2017 Canadian best-seller, FEEDING MY MOTHER: Comfort and Laughter in the Kitchen as My Mom Lives with Memory Loss, which spent a combined 44 weeks on The Globe and Mail bestseller lists.

Whether she is captivating audiences with her heartfelt music, entertaining them with her quick wit or sharing her written word in a boldly honest voice – Arden is a Canadian original – a brilliant multi-dimensional talent.

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Rising out of the ashes of psychedelia in 1969, Canada’s legendary Chilliwack released 12 albums over a 15 year period producing numerous Canadian and international hits including “Lonesome Mary”, “Fly At Night”, & “California Girl” in the 70’s; and “My Girl (gone gone gone)”, “Whatcha Gonna Do” in the 80’s. All this work led to fifteen gold and platinum certifications, a host of awards, high profile TV appearances and coliseum concert tours. Chilliwack’s reputation for consistently powerful shows continue, and with the live CD THERE AND BACK still winning over new fans and delighting long time ones, Bill Henderson and the band are rocking like never before. Hearing the revitalized Chilliwack of today is like hearing those songs for the first time… all over again.

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July It goes like this: millions of records, a couple dozen hits, a Juno Award (Canada's Grammy) for Band of the Year and ongoing sold-out shows across Canada.

Universal Music acknowledges them as "one of Canada's top five selling bands of all time" and the Vancouver Sun has called them "Canadian rock heroes of the first order ... the best performing band in Canada".

Then, as now, what makes Trooper what they are is great performances and great pop songwriting.

Trooper's ten studio albums have earned multiple gold and platinum awards and their 6 X Platinum greatest hits, Hot Shots, continues to be one of Universal Music Canada's best selling catalog CDs and one of the country's most enduring party soundtracks. In celebration of the band's 35th anniversary, a totally updated and re-mastered collection - "Hits From 10 Albums" - was released, featuring songs spanning the entirety of their recording career. John Kereiff, writing in Gonzo Magazine, dubbed the collection "THE summer album of 2010."

"We're Here for a Good Time (Not a Long Time)", "Raise a Little Hell", "The Boys in the Bright White Sportscar", "Two For the Show", "Pretty Lady" "Good Ol' General Hand Grenade", "Round, Round We Go", "Santa Maria", "Janine" - just a few of the Trooper hits that, according to writer Ryan Sparks, "have woven their way into the fabric of this country like no other bands have been able to do. Tune into any radio station from Vancouver to St John's and you're bound to encounter one of their dozen hit radio anthems that are still featured in heavy rotation to this day."

It's no exaggeration to say that Trooper has become a Canadian legend. They continue to perform their huge collection of hits with the vitality and sense of humor that has served them well on their steady march through the hills and valleys of Canadian Rock and Roll.

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Top 10 Accessible Places to Eat on the Saanich Peninsula

by Robin Whyte

photo by Janis Jean Photography

It's National AccessAbility Week from May 29 to June 4, and with inclusion being top of mind, it makes sense that we celebrate local businesses that incorporate Universal Design. As defined on the Rick Hansen Foundation website, Universal Design is "the design and structure of an environment so that it can be understood, accessed, and used to the greatest extent possible by all people regardless of their age or ability."

With slightly more than 20% of our population identifying as having some form of disability, it makes sense that businesses are accessible to all.

On my website: "Girl About Town: Accessible Victoria" (www.girlabouttown.ca) I post reviews of local restaurants and attractions that I have the ability to enjoy because they're wheelchair-

friendly (or in my case, scooter-friendly). I'm an Accessibility Consultant and among other things, a lover of getting out and enjoying great food and experiences.

Accessibility isn't the only reason a place of business should get recognition, but it's a big one for me. If I can't get in, I can't enjoy that delicious meal, cool shop, great concert, etc. Fortunately, there are many restaurants on the Peninsula that are doing a great job of offering a superb dining experience in a barrier-free space. Here is my top 10 list.

1 The Pub at Brentwood Bay Resort, Brentwood Bay Designed with accessibility at top of mind. Tables and chairs can be moved easily to accommodate a mobility device. Enjoy the views from the popular patio in the summer. Get the halibut and chips; it's beyond delicious. www.brentwoodbayresort.com 2 The Beach House Restaurant, Cordova Bay Situated right on the beach, the entrance is accessed by a ramp.

Accessible bathrooms, and the main level is step-free with moveable tables and chairs. I highly recommend the West Coast Paella. www.beachhousevictoria.com 3 Good Fortune Restaurant, Sidney For a delicious and always-fresh Chinese food experience, look no further. Very wheelchair-friendly, and there is a unisex accessible bathroom. Be sure to order the Ginger Fried Beef; it's legendary. www.goodfortunerestaurantsidney.ca

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4 The Village, Royal Oak Top quality, fresh food sourced locally, and friendly and efficient service.

Entirely step-free and the washroom is barrier-free. One accessible parking spot. Get your Eggs Benny with the latkes; I promise you won't regret it. www.thevillagerestaurant.ca 5 The Five & Dime Diner, Sidney The Five & Dime serves up meals that are big on flavour, creativity and portions. Servers are friendly and happy to help accommodate a mobility device. Moveable tables and chairs (which I prefer with my scooter), and washrooms are unisex, large and accessible. Lots of accessible parking. www.fiveanddimediner.com

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9 The Stonehouse Pub, North Saanich Don't be daunted by the flight of steps up to the cottage as there is a beautiful garden walkway on a gentle incline curving around to the Pub. The Stonehouse is intimate and cozy with a local following, which is a sure way to know you've found a good spot. Accessible parking and washrooms. www.stonehousepub.ca

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8 The Café at 10 Acres, Sidney Located in the beautiful and accessible Pier Hotel, the Café is a place to meet friends for a cup of coffee or a bite of lunch. Accessible facilities in the mens and ladies washrooms, plus a dedicated single unisex bathroom. Close to the accessible walkway along the waterfront, which makes for a lovely stroll on a warm day. www.10acres.ca/cafe/

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Folks reading this list may be surprised to see some local favourites missing, but this article is about accessibility. Unfortunately there are a number of wonderful places that serve delicious food by helpful staff, but their facility is not accessible. Some of the restaurants on the Saanich Peninsula that are conspicuous by their absence use their dedicated accessible washroom for storage or as a staff change room. Even though these situations can present frustration, I know it's not happening to be deliberately exclusive; rather it's often a lack of awareness. The good news is that grants are available for Map.indd 1 businesses to make necessary changes to their accessibility. I'm grateful to see a trend towards accessibility and inclusivity in our modern times, because in the end, it's all of us who benefit.

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by Sheila Molloy

A Trio of Ardmore Beaches As the number of sunny days increases, preparation for beach chilling and sandy, sun-drenched solitude on the Saanich Peninsula begin.

There are many great locations to enjoy, so it is always with some trepidation that we uncover quieter locations we have scouted. Please always be thoughtful to the neighbouring houses and gently share these beautiful locations.

We visited three beaches on the western shore of the Saanich Peninsula all within proximity of each other. If one is too crowded for your liking, you are just a short distance away from another.

All three beach accesses are on the south end of Ardmore Drive: at Braemar Avenue, at Aboyne Avenue, and one just south of where Ardmore forks towards Yarrow Point. Each beach has spectacular sunset views and great places for your beach chair.

Route Details From Patricia Bay Highway take Exit 26, and take the third exit onto McTavish Road, then take the second exit to stay on McTavish Road until you reach West Saanich Road. Turn right onto West Saanich Road then take the first left onto Ardmore Drive. Stay on Ardmore Drive until it forks …

Option 1: Turn left to the first beach access near Yarrow Point. The entrance to this fabulous rocky beach is along the right side of this narrow part of Ardmore Drive. It is secluded and there are only two

parking spots. Head down the 100-metre gravel trail, enjoying the shade of the western red cedar and Douglas fir trees. The view at the beach is west across to Mill Bay. Beachcombing south along the rocks to Yarrow Point is possible at low tide.

Option 2: Turn right for the beach access at the west end of Aboyne Avenue. This beach is small, quiet and with a beautiful view out to the Saanich Inlet. Follow the dirt and gravel footpath to the concrete staircase and a giant arbutus tree stretching out over the flat granite rocks and toward the ocean. The beach is mostly rocks, a few tide pools, and an excellent patch of sand at low tide on the south side of the staircase.

Option 3: Turn right for the beach access at the west end of Braemar Avenue – further down Ardmore and left on Braemar. Parking is along the wide road on both sides. This is a great beach with a fun swing, artful driftwood and loads of space for relaxing and staring at the ocean. The water is only metres from the road, so this is a good spot to bring a kayak, paddleboard or canoe. A wide staircase with a dozen tall steps leads to the shale and sandy beach.

Things to Note • There are no washroom facilities or garbage receptacles at these beaches.

• Coles Bay is the closest full-service park with washroom facilities.

• Look for the wood trail markers as your starting point to each access.

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Sidney Days return! The Town of Sidney will be acknowledging Canada’s birthday in its usual fashion with fun, food, and fireworks on June 30 and July 1.

Thursday, June 30, kicks off the festivities beginning at 7:30 pm in Beacon Park with Opening Ceremonies and live music.

The Town of Sidney's Fireworks Extravaganza will begin at the waterfront at approximately 10:15 pm.

Friday, July 1, fill up with flapjacks at 9:00 am at the Mary Winspear Centre as the Sidney Lions return with their incredible pancake breakfast.

What a perfect way to start the day before enjoying the Annual Sidney Days Parade, which begins at 11:30 am.

The parade route begins at Beacon Avenue and Resthaven Drive and travels through town. For more fun after the parade, head over to Iroquois Park for the Family Fun Fair. The fair features activities, entertainment, games, and even inflatables where children play all day long.

Anytime after noon, observe the Slegg Lumber Build-a-Quick-Boat contest at Beacon Park. Watch teams compete to build the best boat without power tools and on a limited budget.

The makeshift ships take to the water at 4:45 p.m.

Anyone who can’t make it to Sidney Days can go to the town’s website at www.sidney.ca and click on the webcam link. The cameras capture new images every 15-seconds.

We acknowledge the WSÁNEĆ people on whose traditional territory we live, learn, and work.

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Outdoor Dining 3 Ways

by Hayley Jackson Viane Designs & Styling

photos by Janis Jean Photography

There really isn't anything better than summer on the West Coast. After such a long cold spring with so much rain, it's nice to finally be able to host outside and enjoy your patio space! Sitting outside and enjoying the scenery with friends or family is something we once took for granted, but I intend to soak up every moment now. Whether hosting a tea party and dusting off that gorgeous China tea set that hasn't been used in a while, doing brunch with your besties, or having a swanky happy hour, have fun with creating the vibe you want with your décor!

In this brunch setting I played around with colour and mismatched patterns, and mixed the dishware and utensils for a more boho inspired vibe. I used potted botanicals for the arrangements, and a mix of materials – like wood trays, natural linen, cement, and glass elements – for more visual interest which created a laid-back, eclectic vibe.

In this modern happy hour setting, I used a monotone colour palette with just a pop of colour. Using one standout colour creates an eyecatching visual moment. I mixed black-and-white patterns to draw the eye around the table. Roundededged plates and sculptural vases that I got for this shoot from The Housse continue the flow and help to set the scene and soften visual lines.

In this classic tea party table setting I used linen napkins from Nest & Nook Housewares, a linen tablecloth and mixed white vases with my vintage tea set. To add a natural element, I used eucalyptus for the arrangements for a more relaxed feel to contrast something so proper.

Creating an inviting atmosphere doesn't have to be overwhelming: use what you have and shop around. Pick up a couple of bunches of flowers from a farmstand or use what's growing in your garden. Visit one of the Peninsula's great home décor boutiques for some lovely finds or use what you have at home. Do your best and don't be afraid to get creative and design a setting that makes your outdoor dining experience your happy place.

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TRENDS IN ESTATE PLANNING I have noticed some new trends surfacing in estate planning. Over this past year, I have seen a subtle shift in the mindset of many clients.

Many clients are re-examining their Personal Planning documents to assess whether they have appointed the best (or most appropriate) people in their legal documents. The four documents are Will, Power of Attorney, Health Care Representation Agreement, and Health Care Directive.

They are looking at their Power of Attorney and questioning whether they have the right person appointed as their Attorney.

Likewise, they are re-examining their Health Care Representation Agreement to see if their current Representative's views, beliefs, and values align with their own.

For example, I have had parents return to my office to discuss the options of changing their Power of Attorney. Those changes always beg the question, "Why do you want to change the documents?"

My clients start to squirm a little and are unsure about how much to share. Finally, the dad says their son has always been a little farther "right" than they are. His answer gives me the opportunity to ask: "What do you mean?"

Mom continues with the story, commenting that their son has gone beyond where both parents feel comfortable; they no longer want to have him named the alternate Attorney in their Power of Attorney documents.

Dad adds that their son has joined a cult-like organization and has become vocal against the pandemic and vaccination. Mom shares that the son "isn't a bad person" but, in their world, he has crossed the line.

The pandemic has created such a polarizing effect; it is causing families to reflect and re-adjust their Personal Planning documents.

As always, I tell my clients that the documents I draft reflect their views at that moment in time … they are allowed to adjust and change their documents as time progresses.

I confirmed with my client that the change in their son's worldview would justify an update of their documents … their documents must reflect their current values and wishes. They are also allowed to change their documents again in the future. The documents are not set in stone: they are fluid; we can change them as life goes on.

The trend of updating documents and adding missing documents to your Personal Planning portfolio is a significant movement.

Representation Agreements will become more of a focus for people so they feel confident they have the right individuals in place to make health and personal care choices on their behalf.

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by Cassidy Nunn | photos by Nunn Other Photography

Vancouver Island Coastal Cowgirls If you hear loud music and a lot of hootin' and hollerin' going on around the arena at the Saanich Fairgrounds for the annual Saanich Fair, it's likely that the Vancouver Island Coastal Cowgirls Drill Team has arrived. The group of young women mounted on their spirited horses and decked out in their royal blue button-up shirts, fringed chaps and black cowgirl hats with long ponytails a-flyin' have been performing and impressing audiences at the Fair and across the province at rodeos and other such events for the past seven years before the pandemic hit. The last two years saw their public appearances having to be cancelled, but this year they're excited to be back in action.

One of the founding members, Lena McMurtry, came up with the idea for a drill team after she saw one perform elsewhere and thought: "let's try that at the Saanich Fair!"

She helped put together a team of keen horses and riders within a month and debuted their performance at the Fair that fall to an overwhelmingly positive response. They were asked to come back the next year, which is when Jenna Saunders joined the team as a "fill-in."

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challenge into their choreography, which the ladies all come up with themselves. Early in the year, the team sits down with a white board to brainstorm the different movements; every year they try to add something new into the performance. Then they write it out in steps before attempting it on horseback.

In March the team begins with weekly practices, which are done mostly at a walk to get the horses, and their riders, used to the patterns, movements and distances they need to keep between each other. They ramp up their practice schedule to a couple times a week as the season approaches and then the week before a performance they are out at the Saanich Fairgrounds practising every day. This also allows the team to slowly and carefully bring their horses to the fitness level required for the often five to 10 minutes long event. They build up from the walk to practising at a trot, a lope and finally, only when they're about a week away do they practise at a full gallop because "the horses get really racey!" says Lena. It's apparent, when you see them in action, that the horses get just as fired up as their riders when putting on a show.

"It takes such a specific horse and rider to do the movements at the speed we do them," says Jenna. Most of the horses used for the drill team are Quarter Horses who are "very well trained," she says, and come with a background in either reining or cow horse events.

"We try to highlight reining maneouvres," adds Lena, citing the western riding sport that includes fast spins, sliding stops and roll back – all very exciting movements for a crowd to watch. Other fun moves the team often includes are standing up on the saddle and the zipper movement, featuring the horses, at high speed, zipping in and out past each other somehow without colliding.

The team also takes care to expose the horses to all sorts of potentially "spooky" situations, including bulls in chutes at rodeos, loud music, large groups of rowdy people and rodeo-type events.

The music is another factor that requires a fair bit of work and consideration. "We make our music to match the routine," says Jenna, which means tweaking the music to match the arena size they're going to be performing in. "There's a lot of time and effort that goes into it but once you're there it's so fun!" says Lena.

To find out more about the Vancouver Island Coastal Cowgirls, and where you can see them performing next, check out their Facebook page: Vancouver Island Coastal Cowgirls.

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5 Simple Ways to Incorporate More Movement into your Day As we shake off the hibernation of the winter season, the rebirth of spring or the promise of summer may be giving you a bit more inspiration to get up and get moving.

Movement is a crucial part of maintaining good physical and mental health, and yet only about 16% of Canadian adults are meeting the recommended amounts of physical activity.

Sedentary lifestyles increase risks of health complications such as obesity, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and diabetes.

Daily movement is also linked with improved mood, and mental health, yet for many people they simply feel too busy or overstretched to head to the gym every day.

Incorporating just 20 minutes a day of physical activity into your day will allow you to meet the recommendations, and there are some simple ways to work movement into your regular daily routine to feel almost effortless!

Take a walk after lunch and dinner. Taking a short walk after eating helps you digest and can leave you feeling refreshed to get back to work, or wound down for the evening. You could do all 20 minutes at once, or split it up into two shorter walks if time is an issue. Walking is an excellent and often underappreciated form of physical activity.

Do a 10- to 20-minute yoga flow or exercise class. Don't have an hour to carve out for a yoga class? No problem! There are hundreds of free yoga videos on YouTube in short segments of 10 to 60 minutes. Just type in the amount of time you have and the word "yoga" (ie. 10 minute yoga) and roll out your mat. You can also find plenty of higher-intensity workouts in short segments too if you're in the mood for a quick sweat!

Park on the far side of the parking lot and take the stairs. When parking for work or running errands, park at the far end of the lot and take advantage of the extra steps. Same goes with skipping the elevator. It may not seem like much, but those steps add up!

Take phone calls while walking. Pacing or walking around when on the phone is something many of us feel naturally inclined to do anyway, and it can help you get to your 20 minutes, maybe even in one call! Try to schedule your calls where you can take them outside on a walk if possible, to get some fresh air as well.

Have a dance break. No one said this had to be boring! Turn on your favourite song and dance around to it. One song is about

three to five minutes typically, so taking a few breaks to dance it off during the day can help you get to your 20 minutes with pizazz.

Finding creative ways to slip in some movement often creates a bit of a snowball effect, and you may feel yourself inspired to do more and more.

Keeping a positive, curious mindset around moving is key. Remember: this isn't a punishment. This is an investment in yourself.

The financial world seems so uncertain, Am I going to be okay?

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by Sean McNeill, McTavish Academy of Art photo by Alysha McNeill

Ahh yes: “Balance.” This is a word that seems so simple in theory, yet achieving it is an ever-evolving work of art, and the journey is different for each and every one of us.

Approaching six years since opening the doors at McTavish Academy Of Art, my quest for balance has become increasingly important. The desire to build a thriving and diverse community space, while maintaining an all-important presence and engagement with my growing family, my friends and myself challenges me on a daily basis.

Of course this is all to be achieved while sneaking precious few moments of sleep and that elixir of coffee, both held at bay by a strategically-placed obstacle course of children’s toys. There is no easy answer, nor simple path, yet it is a beautiful mix of chaos, surprises, love and that inevitable daily question: “What should we make for dinner?”

In some form, we all have this internal dialogue of searching for balance. Although I’m sure it will be a book that takes my whole life to write, I am beginning to envision the many exciting chapters to come.

Growing in this environment, I am learning how to challenge my doubts, to analyze, and let go of failures. Skills have become strengths and my ego is being increasingly relegated to the back seat! Building a trusting team and honouring friends and family, who remain my strongest support network, continues to be paramount.

When running a business in a small community such as ours, we must also credit the incredible network of supportive individuals who care, and share, in our successes. It is truly an exciting, albeit daunting, path forward as we continue to find our place personally and professionally alongside our evolving community, and the world around us.

Congratulations to all the entrepreneurs and professionals who continue to hurdle mountains this year, and to the community that has shown its unfailing support. It will take all of us to continue to shape the Saanich Peninsula: to create a special place for everyone now, and for years to come.

A dream will inspire you to move forward; give you the impetus to reach beyond your day-to-day achievements to something greater. To realize your dream is the pinnacle, the moment at which your dream becomes a reality, and the work truly begins.

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Stephen Leaver

Randall Mang

CPA

Stephen is a Parkland alumnus and thrilled to be a Principal with Baker Tilly in his community. His specialty is tax, and while he deals with international taxation including US tax returns, his focus is Canadian taxation with the completion of CPA’s In Depth Tax Program.

I am often asked, “Why did you choose Engel & Völkers?”

Clients often know where they want to end up, but not how to get there.

Stephen figures out how to accomplish their objectives, be it personal (e.g., estate planning) or corporate (e.g., business structuring), in a tax efficient manner.

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For me, being a member of one of the world’s leading real estate brokerages isn’t just about having the backing of a bestin-class team, marketing tools and network. It’s about providing top-quality service at every price point, whether I’m helping clients buy or sell their first home or a multimillion-dollar estate.

As a Sidney resident recognized for community service by Government House, Volunteer Victoria and other organizations, I also admire Engel & Völkers dedication to giving back.

When not working you might see him walking around Sidney with his favourite pup - Storm.

In a word, joining this team felt like the right “fit.”

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T H E L of ONG HISTORY OF THE FIRM Don and his wife Joanne, the founders WILL CONTINUE Coastal Heat Pumps, made a very conscious Cowland & Associates is a direct descendant of Sidney’s decision to specialize in Residential HVAC first CA firm, which was founded in 1970. It will continue to operatehave at the same location on Fifth Street under the and be a leader in the industry. There Baker Tilly banner. been many changes over the years which has INFO dramatically enhanced CHP’s ability toCONTACT provide 7 - 9764 Fifth Street comfort to their customers.

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The B.C. Government has introduced the “Clean Air A NOTE FROM CHRIS COWLAND BC Act” and is on a mission to dramatically reduce “Well, I have been an accountant since 1976 and it the carbon footprint from burning fossil to full circle. I started off with a well looks likefuels it has come known international firm, Price Waterhouse, and I am provide heat. They have and will continue to offer now joining forces with Baker Tilly, a cooperative that very generous grants for people tohas switch to afirms heat 145 member worldwide. Baker Tilly Victoria is locally owned and operated, rather than one huge firm, pump, making it easier and more affordable.

What is your business best known for and why?

We are best known for our customer service.

Our slogan is “We Are Not Comfortable Until You Are” and that is truly a principle of V I C T O R Iour A business.

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I’m Robyn Walle. I grew up in Victoria, went to Mount Doug High School and then obtained my Bachelor’s degree in business administration and accounting in 2010. In the meantime, I worked for five years at a retirement home in Victoria as their financial controller.

I joined a firm that merged with Baker Tilly in 2010, and was impressed by the fact that they always put their client needs first, and had pretty much unlimited resources as a back-up. I have worked with hundreds of personal tax and corporate clients. I am looking forward to meeting all of Chris’s clients and meeting (and surpassing) all your needs.

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Baker Tilly Victoria Ltd. is one of the most successful accounting firms in Victoria, British Columbia. We are a full service accounting firm. We have over 80 people in three offices in Victoria. One in the heart of Victoria, another in the Westshore and now in Sidney.

What inspired you to follow this so we can continue to offer the type of personal service career path?

We have a longstanding reputation for excellent service that I have provided in Sidney for 31 years. Robyn Walle The business has won several awards all based in accounting, tax (including U.S. taxes), tax planning, will be my full time equivalent in Sidney, but I will still This trade around customer service, starting in 2016 with business solutions and audits. We are proud to be an be available at any time, though I might be spending many independent member of Baker Tilly Canada, one encompasses of the more of my time in Mexico, or fixing up my old cars and The Crystal Award for Best Business from country’s largest associations of Chartered Professional motorbikes. Although the signs on the door will change trades and is very 1-15 employees and most recently thewillVictoria soon, you still recognize most of my existing staff, and Accounting firms. diverse while at the DOWNTOWN: WESTSHORE: I’m sure you will love the new accountants who will boost SIDNEY: Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Customer our complement so we can offer exceptional service with 7 - 9764 Fifth Street 540-645 Fort Street 218-967 Langford Pwky same Sidney, BC V8L 2X2 Victoria, BC V8W 1G2 Victoria, BC V9B 0A5 time providing Service 2022. a much faster response time.”

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Del Elgersma has served the Saanich Peninsula as a lawyer, business owner and community leader for the past 25 years.

Del is the President of the Saanich Marine Rescue Society (supporting the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue station based at Canoe Cove), and has held leadership positions with several other organizations including the Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, Central Saanich Police Board and the Canadian Bar Association.

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As a founding partner of Beacon Law Centre, Del and his team provide trusted advice to clients in the areas of estate planning, estate administration, business law and real estate law. Beacon Law is there, from start to finish, for important legal transactions like setting up a business, administering an estate and buying a home. Satisfied clients have voted Beacon Law the “Best Law Firm / Legal Services” in Victoria and the Saanich Peninsula, year after year.

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Brian Liversedge I grew up on the Saanich Peninsula, where I currently live with my wife and our dog.

I’m very fortunate to live so close to where I work, and I really couldn’t ask for a better place to call home.

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Our firm has been providing exceptional, client focused service and practical advice for over 40 years.

I was proud to join the firm as a partner in 2021, after working there in various roles for about 11 years. I completed my schooling and became a Chartered Professional Accountant in 2016.

2021 was challenging, like it was for many business owners that I’ve talked to over the past year, with staffing and rising costs being some of the biggest concerns. Having just come out of tax season with a fresh batch of hungry students, we’re very excited to be able take on new clients again this year.

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Del Elgersma Lawyer

What is your business best known for and why? We’re known for providing practical advice in plain language, and prompt and friendly service.

What inspired you to follow this career path? My Dad started law school when I was in high school.

At dinner we would discuss the cases he was studying. I found the law fascinating. I am grateful for a career that has allowed me to help so many people in profound ways.

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Brian Liversedge CPA

What is your business best known for and why? I think that would be our commitment to the Sidney and Saanich Peninsula community.

We give back in one way or another to more than 20 different community organizations each year.

What inspired you to follow this career path?

I actually started out pursuing an electrical engineering degree. After 1 semester of calculus and struggling to stay awake in early morning physics, I realized that it wasn’t for me. A year or so later I went into business school (and later accounting) and never looked back.

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Brad’s life commitment to funeral service started in 1978. He was drawn to the tradition, ceremony and beautiful facilities & vehicles of funeral service. Since 2018, he has been proud to belong to the very compassionate and professional team of Sands Victoria Funeral Chapel who have over 75 years of experience collectively.

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Brad Baker

Brad has been a dedicated employee in service excellence with Arbor Memorial since 2005. He was born in Calgary and raised on the family dairy farm near Bonnyville, Alberta. Brad proudly represents Sands in a variety of community activities and he has been enjoying the beauty and adventures that Victoria and Vancouver Island have to offer. Going into his 45th year of service, Brad is defined as a true ambassador to the funeral profession and is gratified knowing he makes a positive impact with all that he receives into the provision of his care.

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Senior Funeral Director What is your business best known for and why? Sands Victoria is known for their community connections and providing complete customer care in funeral service since 1912. We are guided by our belief that every life is unique and every remembrance should be too.

What inspired you to follow this career path? After a sudden passing of friends in high school, I was impacted deeply by the positive impression the local funeral home staff had on me at such a young age. I wanted a career where I could make a difference.

Martyn Stimpson CPA, CGA, LPA

Stimpson CPA is a professional accounting firm located in Victoria, B.C. We serve clients up and down Vancouver Island as well as those located in Alberta and Ontario. Our firm represents professional strength by the use of personal service, offering innovative solutions to our clients.

We are committed to offering tailor made professional services to our clients, whether they are individuals or corporations. We always aim to exceed your expectations, so don’t feel intimidated when you meet with your accounting firm! Discover the difference that we can make.

In addition to personal, corporate and trust tax services, we also provide eldercare services to our senior clients, assisting them with their day-to-day financial matters. We also offer fixed price agreements for our services with easy monthly payment options.

Stimpson | CPA #202 - 830 Shamrock Street, Victoria 250.590.5211 | www.stimpsoncpa.ca

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Martyn Stimpson Principal

What is your business best known for and why? Business moves very fast these days, otherwise opportunities are lost. That’s why we are always attentive to our clients’ needs and pride ourselves on being very responsive when they require assistance.

What inspired you to follow this career path?

30 years ago, my thenboss encouraged me to become a CPA so we entered the program of studies together. I couldn’t have taken that big step without his encouragement. The rest is history!

THE KINGS OF SUMMER: A COMING-OF-AGE COMEDY With the promise of sunshiny days on the horizon, I was reminded of one of my favourite under-rated summer films – The Kings of Summer. This coming-of-age comedy captures the angsty teenage years perfectly, while also exploring themes of toxic masculinity and parental independence. The Kings of Summer follows a trio of teenage best friends trying to resist parental over-reach to claim their burgeoning adulthood, while squirrelled away in a haphazardly-built house in the woods. Don't let the description fool you though; full of hilarious one-liners and a talented cast, this film is great for a laugh.

The film follows Joe Toy, a high school-aged teen frustrated with his overly stern, dysfunctional father (Nick Offerman). Joe and his friends Patrick and Biaggio (my favourite character) carry out a plan to run away from their families to build a house in the forest and live off the land, free from responsibility and societal norms. After scavenging construction sites and the forest for supplies, they construct a makeshift abode and find themselves alone in the woods, masters of their own destiny. Meanwhile, their parents and the local cops search for the trio, uncertain if they've been kidnapped or run away.

Chock full of beautiful imagery paired with a complementary soundtrack, this comedy is a charming mash-up of Stand by Me and Into The Wild. The young cast play their roles perfectly while portraying the rollercoaster of teenage emotions, encapsulating the utter unfairness of being dependent on their parents while yearning for a life of their own. We've all felt that conflict within ourselves of intellectual ability without intellectual experience. The desire to eschew the comforts, conflicts, and frustrations of a contemporary world and go off the grid is a universal sentiment not solely the property of adolescence, which is why The Kings of Summer is so hilariously relatable.

The film employs a robust cast of recognizable talent, and though I'm unsure if this was intentional, or simply a testament to the casting decisions from director Jordan Vogt-Roberts, the majority of the supporting cast has gone on to star in other major productions (Alison Brie – GLOW, Erin Moriarty – The Boys). You will most likely spend a portion of the film wracking your brain as to where you recognize the talent from.

Surprisingly funny in its delivery, The Kings of Summer is the perfect way to kick off lighthearted summer viewing. It is available through various streaming networks online.

Check out my list of other coming-of-age comedy films below.

1. CODA 2. Lady Bird 3. Juno 4. Moonrise Kingdom

Macdonald Realty Thaddeus has been buying and selling Real Estate in Victoria since 1988. He lives in Deep Cove on the water with his wife Brenda and their family and truly believes that North Saanich is Heaven on Earth.

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Thaddeus Monckton

His extensive knowledge and passion for the Real Estate Industry and his attention to detail and customer service has allowed him to offer his clients an exceptional and unparalleled experience whether they are selling their home with him or buying their new home.

He is a master negotiator and truly works for that "Win Win" for everyone. Thaddeus looks forward to working with you and would love the opportunity to care for all your Real Estate needs.

Macdonald Realty Ltd.

2411 Bevan Avenue, Sidney 250.507.0091 | www.thaddeusmonckton.com

Roger & Fielding Comartin Rodco Draperies & Upholstery Owned and operated by fatherand-son team Roger and Field Comartin, Rodco specializes in custom window treatments and upholstery. With a design philosophy based on client satisfaction, with Rodco you get over 46 years’ experience in this niche market that varies from the most complicated motorization tasks to the cleanest hospital and hotel rooms.

For your home, you get the RIGHT PRODUCT for the RIGHT PRICE on shades, draperies and upholstery (repair/replacement), free colour and in-home estimates from this local family business.

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Hashemi hears from her patients at Coast Dental Care in Sidney is: What can I do to get rid of my plate?

A dental "plate" refers to any kind of removable dental prosthetic, whether it's a full set of dentures, partial dentures or removable bridges.

"It is a frequent question we hear in our office nowadays," she explains. "Today, as the people in our community are living longer, the concept of quality of life has become more important." People want to enjoy their daily lives as much as possible – from eating their favourite foods to having a thriving social life. Thinking about their teeth or dentures should be the last thing on their mind, yet sometimes it's not possible to avoid the distraction. Dentures need to be taken care of, cleaned properly and fit your mouth perfectly. They also must be replaced occasionally, at least every seven to 10 years – and that's for really durable dentures.

Luckily, new technologies in dentistry are providing a very different alternative: no need for dentures or bridges. "Dental implants have given us the chance to help people overcome the stumbling block of dentures," explains Dr. Hashemi. "Implants have become a true revolution in the dental field and have opened so many new doors to practitioners and patients."

While dentures are false teeth that can be removed, implants are permanently embedded into the jaw bone, acting as a replacement that seems like real teeth. Dr. Hashemi says there are very limited contraindications for receiving this life-changing treatment, and a lot of people are making the switch. For many, the benefit of having implants simply outweighs any additional cost. There is also a large variety of options with a wide range of pricing, which allows more people to find the treatment suitable for them.

"By getting as little as just two implants, you can greatly improve the fit of loose dentures – with four to six implants, you can fully get rid of a removable denture and receive a fixed set of teeth as normal as natural teeth."

Dr. Hashemi explains that the idea of implants has been

MUSCLE OR JOINT PAIN? We can help keep YOU moving! around for a long time. In fact, evidence from ancient China suggests that bamboo pegs were carved and used to replace missing teeth as far back as 2,000 B.C.E. Later examples have also been found in ancient Egypt (crafted from metal) and the Mayan Empire (using pieces of shells).

More sophisticated implants were developed in the 1700s and 1800s, and the modern dental implant was first invented in 1965, using titanium.

Today, you will get X-rays and impressions (molds) of your jaw and teeth in order to determine bone, gum tissue and spacing available for the implant. The implant is surgically placed into the jaw and integrates itself into the bone as it heals.

"We have much more experience now, even in the last few decades, and we have so many new techniques and new materials that make the journey of treatment much better and smoother for both patients and practitioners," Dr. Hashemi says.

"It can be a great investment if you are the right candidate.

Every year, millions of people around the world are receiving this service." She says that even though it can be pricey, patients are inevitably grateful to have the implants. It can certainly be a lifechanging experience.

"We repeatedly hear comments like 'this is the BEST investment I have ever made in my life,'" says Dr. Hashemi.

With a healthier mouth, and better teeth, it is that much easier to have a better diet and live a happier life. "So many big smiles are owed to this advanced technology," she says. "Everyone deserves to know more about this opportunity."

Dr. Hashemi is also on the Board of ORCCA (Oral Care for Children and Adolescents), a dental clinic that provides children from low-income families with access to oral care in a not-forprofit setting. It is their belief that all children and adolescents have the right to oral healthcare and that effective oral care can positively transform their health and lives.

"New technologies in dentistry are providing a very different alternative: no need for dentures or bridges."

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- Hearing Assessments - Auditory Processing Evaluation & Therapy - Balance/Vestibular Testing & Therapy - Wax Removal - Hearing Aids - Hearing Aid Adjustments & Repairs Brittani Trapp Doctor of Audiology

As independent audiologists, we work for you, not a hearing aid manufacturer.

Saanichton: 778-351-1145 Brentwood: 778-426-4876

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by Annilee Armstrong

News, changes, updates, launches? Email noteworthyseaside@gmail.com.

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

Learning & Growing

Making a Difference

Beacon Community Services, in partnership with SD63, has opened a licensed centre that will offer fun, nature-inspired play-based learning and nurturing care for 84 infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

The Centre is not currently taking registration, but interested families should follow https://tinyurl.com/yckmba6v for more information.

The Tseycum Community Wellness Centre building project is well underway. The new centre will include licensed childcare spaces, a half-size gymnasium, children's playground and community kitchen.

While federal funding has been secured for the childcare space and a portion of the gymnasium, due to unforeseen cost increases Tseycum is reaching out to the public to help complete the children's playground, equipment for the community kitchen and construction cost overruns. A Go Fund Me page has more information on how to help. https://gofund.me/92cb633b

Live, Love, Lacrosse!

Funding for a multi-sport facility at Centennial Park has been secured thanks for a federal infrastructure grant. The 17,000-squarefoot facility will be covered and meant for a number of sport recreation programs as well as home to the Peninsula Warriors Lacrosse Association. Construction is expected to begin in spring of 2023.

GETTING AROUND TOWN Have Your Say The Town of Sidney has launched its Active Transportation Network Plan process! The public has the opportunity to share experiences and perspective on active transportation through the online survey, available until June 13: https://tinyurl.com/5fpymmnr.

The purpose is to ensure safe and accessible transportation options are available for all community members regardless of age and ability, to improve safety and reduce GHG emissions within our community. This work will guide the development of the Town's active transportation network over the next 10 to 20 years. Find out more about the project at https://tinyurl.com/w7rmrcw5.

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Accessibility Matters A new group started on the Saanich Peninsula hopes to connect people with accessibility issues. The group is open to people who have accessibility challenges, their caregivers, family members, friends, support organizations, or anyone who is interested in increasing their own awareness and understanding about Accessibility. The group can be found on Facebook: Accessibility Matters - Saanich Peninsula.

FIT YOUR LIFESTYLE • ELEVATE YOUR EVERYDAY

CAUSE FOR CELEBRATION The Gift of Caring Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation has made a generous donation to Shoreline Medical in the amount of $500,000. Also worthy of note is that every single bed in the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Long Term Care has been upgraded and replaced thanks to generous donations! www.sphf.ca.

Con-GRAD-ulations!

Parkland Grads will be at the Sidney Waterfront on June 28 starting at 11 a.m., Claremont grads on June 29 and Stelly's grads on June 30. Congratulations to the Classes of 2022!

Dry Grad events are in full planning modes, including some ongoing fundraisers that would love more support. For details visit www.sd63. bc.ca/Parkland; www.sd63.bc.ca/Stellys; and www.sd63.bc.ca/Claremont.

Show Your Pride On Saturday, June 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Will + Wheel (9774 Third Street) will be celebrating Pride Month. The salon will be selling raffle tickets for various prizes and funds raised donated to the Victoria Pride Society. Many businesses in town have generously donated to the raffle baskets. Tickets will be available throughout June at the salon, as well at Dutch Green Design and Fresh Skincare & Paramedical Tattoo. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. On the 18, along with selling raffle tickets, Will + Wheel will have some handmade items and treats for sale as well as face painting. This will be a family-friendly event that promotes inclusion and support.

The Sidney BIA will be handing out Pride flags along Beacon. Moden and Dutch Green Design will also be participating. Businesses are encouraged to decorate windows for the month of June, and participate in whatever way they would like. The BIA is offering a PRIDE flag decal for the windows of any business that wish to show support.

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COMMUNITY FOCUSED Take a Walk Through Time Sidney Museum has new temporary hours: Thursday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., as of press time. Call 250-655-6355 for up-to-date information before your visit. The current exhibition, running until July 4, is "The Suitcase Project," a travelling exhibition from the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre.

Rooted in Nature A warm welcome to Susannah and the now-named Plentiful Plate Farm (formerly Marsh Farm, located at 7337 Wallace Drive). It is time to pass along the business to a younger grower. Evelyn Marsh says "We wish her well and hope all of our customers welcome her. A big thank you to everyone for your support over the years."

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LEARNING SKILLS FOR LIFE

- Youth Awards Inspire Success

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by Deborah Rogers

Parker Little, currently pursuing Gold DOE Award. Inset, Nayah Mang receiving her Silver Award in 2017.

In communities around the

world, young people are challenging themselves to learn new skills and achieve success through the Duke of Edinburgh Award (DOE) program. It’s an internationally recognized accreditation valued by governments, businesses and universities.

In B.C. last year over 1600 youth were registered in the program, many of those on the Saanich Peninsula. This volunteer-led program has the youth taking centre stage, designing and completing their own set of activities to fulfil the categories: Voluntary Service, Physical Recreation, Skill Development and Adventurous Journey.

Sidney-resident Randall Mang has been a volunteer member of the BC & Yukon DOE Board since 2017. He is extremely proud of his daughter Nayah, and explained how her drive to pursue the awards inspired him to get involved.

Nayah’s now almost finished her degree at UBC, but reflects back: “The way the Award is designed makes it fairly easy to complete alongside school. In the case of the skill and physical activity categories, I was already playing piano and soccer which took care of these activities. By completing other activities that weren’t part of my regular routine, I developed solid time management and planning skills including mapping out my schoolwork and organising my schedule in advance. Having these skills ended up being hugely advantageous to me during university when time management became crucial.”

One aspect of the award that guarantees memories for a lifetime is the Adventurous Journey. For every individual this will be different

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but it is supposed to be a journey that pushes you outside your comfort zone and requires planning, determination and courage to undertake. For Nyah that was a 290km cycling/camping trip. She explains how the experience pushed her to new levels, “physically and mentally. It has given me an immense sense of courage, and the confidence to face new challenges!”

Through the Award young people develop the crucial skills they need to navigate change and build positive habits, now and in the future. They do the work – push themselves to find success – and in the process gain skills across the board. But they can’t do it without some parental and community involvement. Randall explains: “in order to get more kids involved and support them through their Award journey, we need more parents, teachers and others involved in organisations that support youth to step up. They are a huge part of the Award family and its virtuous circle.”

Parker Little is in Grade 12 at Claremont Secondary, currently pursuing her Gold Award. She shares that she “loves to have a purpose and likes to contribute back to the community”; it makes DOE a great fit for her personality. Parker is especially proud of her work at Claremont to implement an improved recycling and composting system. She has become a vocal champion for recycling; speaking at various events, even alongside the Mayor. A great DOE advocate, Parker exudes confidence and passion as she talks about her experiences. Would she recommend the program to others?

"Absolutely! It inspires you to take the next step, motivation is the catalyst to do great things!"

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Local Garden Resource Guide Family Owned & Operated Michell Valley Plants is entering its 14th year on the Saanich Peninsula, providing outstanding colour and amazing scents to our community, the Gulf Islands and all the way to Sooke.

We pride ourselves on stocking non-gmo veggie starts (locally sourced when possible), herbs, seeds, fruits and berries. We also carry a wide variety of perennials, roses, small shrubs and vines … and fertilizers and soils too! Our 200+ varieties of basket stuffers and bedding plants offer endless choices.

Gift Certificates are also available for that special “gardener” in your life.

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Each month all photos will be entered into a draw for a $30 RN Gift Card.

Grand Prize Draw in December for a $500 Gift Card.

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by Sherrin Griffin VP, Operations, Sidney SeniorCare

The Walkers: Meet the New Cool Kids on the Mobility Block A few issues ago, I investigated the common cane as a mobility aid, along with its many variations. There may come a time, however, when you or your loved one require more support and stability. Some indications may include the inability to weight bear on both legs, compromised balance, fatigue while walking, inability to walk and carry things without assistance and/or feeling that you may be a fall risk. If and when it comes time to shop for walkers, it's important to carefully consider your level of mobility, lifestyle, budget and personal preferences.

With the wide range of walker configurations, special features and colours available today, there is definitely a model out there for everyone.

Standard Walker. With four "feet" and no wheels, this walker is the most stable. Suited for those with an unsteady gait, for those who need to bear a significant amount of weight on the walker, and for those who don't have the ability to control a rolling walker. Standard walkers are easy to transport and fold up neatly. Disadvantages include that it needs to be lifted up before each step, and is a slower process for getting where you need to.

Two-Wheeled (rolling) Walker. With two front wheels and two back "sliders," this model is suitable for those who don't need to bear substantial weight on the walker. This walker does not need to be lifted before each step and provides a more natural walking style. The wheel/slider combination makes it easier to manoeuvre on different surfaces. It is, however, less stable than the four-footed version. It requires more cognition to operate and is more challenging to turn, due to the "fixed" front wheels, with many feeling they need to pick it up which can lead to a fall.

Four-Wheeled Walker (or "rollator"). With four wheels, brakes, a seat and often a basket or pouch, this walker is recommended for seniors who need assistance with balance, but not for weight bearing. It is faster, easier

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to propel, manoeuvre and turn than the two-wheeled version. The seat is helpful for those who need to rest often and the basket allows for carrying things, hands-free. Disadvantages include the possibility of the walker rolling away from the user; misuse of, or dependence on, the brakes; and improper use of the seat which could result in a fall. These walkers have more moving parts and require more cognition. They're also heavier and don't collapse very easily, making them more difficult to transport.

Triangle Walker (or "three-wheel walker"). I had no idea this model even existed until one of our savvy readers extolled its virtues.

With one wheel in front and two in the back, these walkers are lighter, take up less space, and are easier to manoeuvre than their four-wheel counterparts, especially for narrow hallways and doorways. They don't typically have as much support or are as solidly balanced as four-wheel versions though, and don't usually have a seat to sit on.

Hemi or Half Walker. This mobility aid is often referred to as a one-arm walker or sidestepper, and is designed for individuals with the use of only one working hand or arm. Lighter than a walker and more stable than a cane, it is ideal for those who don't quite require a walker, but do need a wider base for support.

In order to make the right choice for your specific needs, carefully consider your physical abilities and limitations. Take the time to do your homework; check out the reviews and evaluate based on ease of use and assembly, transport and folding capabilities, weight limits and special/added features. Review all the options and listen to the experts. And, before you take your new walker home, be sure you understand how to use it properly as incorrect use can lead to injury and/or falling. When it comes to increased mobility, quality of life and comfort, your new walker may become your most valuable ally.

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Celebrate the Class of 2022! Your favourite graduate of the year has finally done it! Now is the time to hand them a luscious bouquet of flowers as you exclaim your immeasurable joy and pride in them. Grab your camera and take some photos; this is truly a once-in-a-lifetime event that you'll want to remember forever.

Most class of 2022 grads have done the majority of their studies virtually, and while many students were not physically together this year, there is a sense of camaraderie having shared this tough experience.

Hopefully, now that in-person events are taking place again, graduating students can celebrate this special milestone surrounded by friends and family.

Though some traditions were lost over the last couple of years, others have been gained, and there are always opportunities to create even more! From corsages and boutonnieres to flower arrangements and flower installations for grad photo shoots, grads and their loved ones can feel ready to get creative this year.

Opened at the end of the 19th century, Brown's the Florist has a full and rich history of helping people celebrate traditions and make new ones too. Need inspiration? Our professional team can help! Call us, come see us in-store, or visit us online at www.BrownsTheFlorist.com.

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DCC Cabinets Local, affordable custom cabinets … right here on the Saanich Peninsula! We offer a full-service shop, from design and manufacturing through to the installation of our exceptional product.

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Sidney Mattress & More is a boutique style Mattress and Bed store. Our goal is to provide a good selection of excellent beds and mattresses for all your needs in a pleasant environment in the absence of pressure, sales gimmicks, ridiculous markups and nonsense. We want the experience to be one that leaves you comfortable and smiling.

Our pricing is fair and includes free delivery in the area. We also remove and dispose of your old items.

We feature Restwell's Back Supporter series.

These are made in Surrey B.C., using top quality foams certified not to off-gas and springs that are made by Restwell itself of tempered steel. These beds are built to provide incredible support and comfort, and are built to last with 20 years of warranty at affordable prices. Latex is a popular material in mattresses these days and we have a selection using latex as well as memory foam.

Many of us are moving to smaller spaces. Sidney Mattress & More handles Small Space Solutions including Trundle Beds, Chest Beds and Murphy Beds with novel concepts. If you'd like to dress up your space, we handle upholstered and wood bed frames and headboards. Need pillows sheets or mattress protectors? We have those too! Please come and see us and

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I'm Losing It I lost my big fat green wallet. Thankfully, a kind person found it in the pocket of a jacket that I tried on earlier in the day. I must have stuffed it in there during my fitting, then promptly forgot about it. The jacket was too small so everything (jacket, wallet, my mind) went back on the rack and I left. Sigh.

It's amazing how we lose things. Once I found my long lost set of keys in the bushes beside our house, all rusted and caked with dirt. How did they get there? Did they run off together one dark and stormy night only to get lost in the shrubbery? This reminds me of the odd Mother Goose nursery rhyme where the "dish ran away with the spoon." Where did they go? To a china cabinet in Mexico where they lived happily ever after?

Based on my extensive research that relies entirely on snippets of hearsay, the next time you lose something check the fridge. Many have lost their wallets, keys and phones only to find them in there chilling out with the rutabagas. A friend told me he found his long lost TV remote control shivering in the freezer. Did he want a cold and frosty remote control to enjoy on a hot summer's day? It's ironic – often I can't find what I want in

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the fridge yet lost items show up there in all their glory. Some things in this universe are just destined to disappear – forever gone like the one sock that gets lost in the laundry. There must be a massive secret warehouse in Area 51 that stores all that was ever lost, like unmatched socks and the City of Atlantis, just waiting to be discovered in an X-Files episode.

Speaking of losing things, while enjoying your cold remote control outside on a hot summer's day, your body loses its extra heat by the evaporation of perspiration. Sweat is mostly liquid water molecules moving around at different speeds all energized by the heat in the sweat itself. Evaporation occurs when a liquid turns to gas; that is, when the fastest molecules break free of the surface and escape into the air. These escapees take heat with them so the remaining sweat cools, allowing the body to regulate its temperature and cool down. In the natural environment, evaporation of liquid water is a critical process involved in both the earth's water cycle and energy balance. We can't see it happening but you can feel its cooling effects when you perspire.

With all this talk about heating and cooling, what kind of weather will June bring? For the South Island the outlook for temperature and precipitation is biased toward cooler and wetter than normal conditions.

So summer may get off to a slow start, but let's see what unfolds.

No matter what the weather, whenever we end up lost under the stifling noise of our busy lives just look up to the beautiful sky. The reflection of sunlight playing across clouds drifting lazily in the vast, infinite blue gives us pause – a time to refocus and see the things in life that are important to hold on to. It's all there, just waiting to be found. ~ Weatherwit

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Rotary Club of Sidney by the Sea Let's talk about how we can live more sustainably in our community! If you're ready to up your knowledge about sustainability on our Island, connect with like-minded people and learn some easily actionable steps you can take to be a part of the solution to our environmental dilemmas, mark June 5, 2022 on your calendar.

To celebrate World Environment Day, the Rotary Club of Sidney by the Sea with the help of the Saanich Peninsula Environmental Coalition and many generous sponsors will be facilitating the "Living Sustainably Environment Day" event at the Mary Winspear Centre from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

After months of planning we are certain this eye-opening day will get you thinking and hopeful for the future with presentations on both environmental challenges and sustainable initiatives. We will also be hearing about the greatest challenges our Island has to deal with and you will learn what initiatives business, organizations and individuals are undertaking to help sustain our environment.

You will have opportunities to: hear from people who are dedicated to creating a better future for our beautiful area; learn what opportunities we all have to make a real, positive difference right now; browse the many information booths; and have oneon-one discussions with 20+ representatives from non-profits and entrepreneurs about their environmentally sustainable initiatives, products and services. We are certain you will leave inspired to implement something that applies to your lifestyle or business.

In-person presenters include Elizabeth May, Dr. Courtney Howard, ŚW̱,XELOSELWET Tiffany Joseph, Richard Kool, Anne-Marie Daniel and a virtual presentation by Seth Klein.

Topics include: • State of the Environment • What it means to Live Locally • Sustainability and Unsustainability: Coming to Terms with Living on an Island • Bioregional Framework for the Saanich Peninsula • Climate impacts on our Health & Mobilizing Canada for the Climate Emergency More details of the day's event can be found at www. rotarybythesea.org/environment-day. This World Environment Day event is committed to sustainability. To reduce our impact, please bring your own reusable coffee cup or water bottle and consider walking, carpooling, cycling or riding a bus to the event. Bring your family, invite your friends or come solo and meet some new friends!

Tickets are available at www.marywinspear.ca.

And, if you love learning, connecting and helping your community, consider popping in to a Rotary meeting!

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Jane, the character in Valerie's book, is also inspired by people in Valerie's life. "The story has been in my head and heart for years," she says. "Jane is a combination of the strong women in my life."

The fictional setting, featuring an old heritage house along the Gorge waterway in Victoria, reflects real life too. "From the age of nine to my teenage years, we lived in an 18th-century farmhouse," says Valerie. "It was beautiful and also spooky."

The book follows the parallel stories of Jane Hopkins and Gideon McBride, who separately travel from the United Kingdom to Canada where they later meet, marry and raise a family. In a case of art imitating life, Valerie herself left England and came to Canada where she met her husband.

As the trilogy covers a timeline from the 1850s to modern day, the dramatic backdrop of British Columbia's history is extensive. All of this detail requires significant research. It is here that Valerie's skill and interest shine. "Writing involves research, research, research, but I thrive on it!" she exclaims.

Storytelling is integral to Valerie's life. She recalls writing her first story. "I was six years old, and a friend of the family typed up my little story," she shares, adding with a laugh, "In my childhood mind, I thought it had been published!"

A STORYTELLING PATH Some people choose to be writers and pursue it as their career of choice. But according to Valerie Green, writing chose her.

This prolific local author has enjoyed putting pen to paper since she was a child and likes nothing more than to tell a good story as is evidenced by the dozens of books she has authored. "I was born with a pen in my hand," shares Valerie. "With writing, I feel completely at home. I can't imagine doing anything else."

Valerie's recent Providence, the first book in her trilogy The McBride Chronicles, published by Hancock House, available this summer, is inspired from childhood experiences. The book's protagonist is Jane Hopkins, an orphan abandoned in an Oxfordshire village. Valerie first came across this name as a young girl.

"The idea has been brewing since I was nine," says Valerie. "My uncle was downsizing and getting rid of books. He gave me a few, and one of them was inscribed inside with the name Jane Hopkins," says Valerie. "I learned that she was my great-great-great grandmother. I kept the little book, and the name stayed with me."

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Happy Father's Day! Valerie has a lifelong interest in English literature and history.

Love of a good book is something she learned early on in life. "My mom loved reading and encouraged me to read," shares Valerie. "My grandpa loved to write and would often write letters to the editor."

Her desire to pursue opportunities in storytelling prompted her to enroll at London's Regent Institute of Journalism.

Subsequently, she worked as a reporter, in a bookstore, and later at the War Office (MI5). After marrying, Valerie returned to Canada where she began working as a freelance writer and columnist for the Saanich News and Seaside Magazine.

Her recent foray into fiction writing is a significant departure for Valerie who, prior to this, penned dozens of historical non-fiction books about the Pacific Northwest including stories about crime, historic homes, social life in Victoria and early pioneers.

"I wanted to write a definitive B.C. novel," says Valerie. "I researched all the facts, and I wanted to present them through the eyes of a family living during the times."

While she thoroughly enjoys writing, there are challenges along the way. Her recent Providence is a good example.

"The challenge with this kind of writing is getting the facts correct. For example, if you are describing what a person is doing in the kitchen, you have to be careful of details," adding with a grin: "There were no microwaves at that time!"

Over the years, Valerie has read and reviewed many books, all of which has proved valuable. "I do a lot of book reviews for BC Reviews," says Valerie. "I see things that work and things that don't work in books, and this is helpful to me in my writing."

For Valerie, writing provides a way to learn about people and the world around her. "I like the feel of being a detective," comments Valerie. "I like to find out tidbits about people, why they did certain things and also the traits that get carried on through generations."

Valerie is now a grandmother herself, so there is another generation with whom to share her love of books.

Storytelling captivated her early. As she puts it: "It's all there is." Her life and her writing are intertwined. For Valerie, that's the perfect choice indeed.

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GOING GREEN

by Tina Kelly

Greening Our Communities Going Green has celebrated its second anniversary. So far in this column, there have been many tips and suggestions for living with "greener" intentions in our homes and yards – green cleaning, conserving water, mending clothes, repairing household goods and the benefits of leaving leaf litter. Let's take it further afield, outside our homes, to actively participate in improving our communities. As I sit to write this, National Volunteer Appreciation Week is in full swing. Volunteers make a difference across many organizations and initiatives: health care, social justice, arts and culture, and environmental stewardship and conservation. As summer approaches, we'll start looking to be more active and to spend more time outside. Why not combine volunteering and outdoor physical activity with improving our local environment?

A year or so ago, a friend and I signed up for a Greater Victoria Green Team (GVGT) event – planting trees and removing invasive plant species in Esquimalt Gorge Park. As a child, my family regularly swam in the Gorge Waterway. I also spent many many days playing in and exploring the park as part of summer camps. Now as an adult, I had an active role in improving the ecological health of that very same park. While I primarily chose this event because the date aligned with my availability and accessibility (I could walk there!), the park's former significance to my life was not lost on me. It felt very much like a full circle moment. The GVGT has hosted, and continues to host, restoration and conservation events in more than 85 parks throughout the CRD. Does your favourite park, greenspace or beach need your help? Follow GVGT on social media – Facebook, Instagram and Twitter – to receive announcements and updates or visit www.meetup.com/Greater-Victoria-Green-Team.

Another volunteer opportunity may have you up in a tree. Summer means fresh, local vegetables and fruit and backyard fruit trees often produce more than one family, or even two, can manage. In an effort to reduce food waste, my sister-in-law feels overwhelmed with plums – plum compote, plum cobbler, plum chicken. That is where LifeCycles Project Society can help. LifeCycles volunteers will come and pick the fruit. Their haul is then divided between you, the volunteers and the organization. LifeCycles then further divides the fruit to donate to community food services and to make food or drink products that fundraise for the non-profit's programs. Sign up to pick or become a tree steward by volunteering your tree(s) at www.lifecyclesproject.ca.

A wonderfully appealing thing about these opportunities is they lack a regularly scheduled commitment; when the need or event fits your availability, you sign up. Volunteer a few times or many and fruit picking, of course, is seasonal. This flexibility can be attractive for those who are looking for something to squeeze into their busy schedules.

When we recycle a can, buy in bulk, or take the bus, our overall positive contribution can be hard to understand and quantify. Part of the joy of taking on a volunteer task of removing invasive species or rescuing food is seeing an immediate impact. That patch of English ivy is gone or X pounds of fruit has been rescued and redistributed.

So as the days get warmer and the fruit begins to ripen, consider spending a little time outside improving local greenspace or rescuing food. Or maybe a little bit of both.

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Squeegee Clean: The Perfect Shine, Every Time This is part of a rotating series of articles about some of the Saanich Peninsula's unique shops and services.

Now that spring has sprung and the sun is finally shining bright, we are also starting to see the grime that has built up on our windows over the winter … and no one wants that!

This is where the experts at Squeegee Clean come to the rescue.

Whether it's cleaning windows at your home or your business, they ensure you're left only seeing the birds and flowers outside. Squeegee Clean has been a local business for 19 years, serving people from Swartz Bay all the way out to Oak Bay, and their customer base of over 5,000 clients truly proves how incredible they are.

Owner Jean-Marc Paulin began his career in window cleaning more than 40 years ago and his acute attention to detail is what keeps customers coming back. In fact, they're so busy that like many other businesses right now, it's difficult to keep up, especially with staffing shortages. Despite this difficulty, Squeegee Clean is committed to providing the best experience possible, no matter which service you are inquiring about or booking for.

"We encourage people to have window and gutter cleaning twice a year," says Jay Hinton, VP of Operations. Alongside window cleaning, Squeegee Clean also offers gutter cleaning and repair, moss removal and pressure washing for both homes and businesses. It's important to take care of your windows since glass is a porous substance. Hinton notes that "the longer you don't clean your windows the more dirt will get into the pores.

So the older the windows get, if you don't look after them, then when the sun shines through it's going to show absolutely everything. Once things get in the pores, you can't get it out."

Between dust, pollen, wind, rain and even salt from the ocean, there's a lot of opportunity for windows to compete with external elements.

Coming from Montreal, Paulin also brings the Island a unique specialty of window cleaning and exterior care for heritage homes.

The prolific amount of these homes in Montreal meant that Paulin quickly adopted a great attention to detail and care that has since translated to every aspect of his business here on the West Coast.

This meticulous nature is what customers love about Squeegee Clean services.

If you'd like to book an on-site estimate for any of the company's services, you can do so on their website at www.squeegeeclean.ca or by calling 250-882-2762.

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Spotting Scams: Stop & Say No

by Corporal Andres Sanchez Sidney/North Saanich RCMP

It typically starts with an

unsolicited telephone call or an email which catches your attention. Sometimes these calls or emails are aggressive and warn you that you will be arrested unless you settle an unforeseen debt. Sometimes the caller or email promises you some type of prize if you only pay a small fee to receive your winnings.

Most residents on the Saanich Peninsula have received one of these calls or emails at some point. These calls are not unique to the Peninsula, and they reflect a stark increase in this type of fraud across Canada. Police believe that most of these scammers are located overseas. Although the RCMP works diligently to hold scammers accountable, the international aspect of the crime makes identifying the scammers very difficult.

Therefore, education is the key to keeping yourself safe.

Some of these interactions are immediately identifiable as a being fraud by the would-be victim, but the unfortunate reality is that these types of scams are becoming more and more sophisticated and many residents on the Peninsula have fallen victim to them. Local RCMP conduct ongoing analysis into crime statistics to understand how to better address crime within our community. Observing that there was an increase in telephone frauds, local RCMP officers conducted an analysis of fraud trends on the Peninsula and discovered a startling escalation. There has been a 48% increase in the number of frauds

where the victim reported a financial loss between 2020 and 2021.

In 2021, victims in Sidney and North Saanich alone reported losses of over $664,000, resulting in a 73% increase over 2020. As we enter the second half of 2022, we are seeing that fraud is still the fastestgrowing preventable crime affecting our community.

To prevent fraud, The Sidney/North Saanich RCMP are trying to educate the public on how to identify and react to scammers. The first rule when you receive an unsolicited call or email is to stop and say no. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Likewise, if you are being told you owe a debt you are unaware of, stop and get some advice before paying anything. One of the consistent trends these scammers have in common is that they ask for fees to be paid using either gift cards or crypto currency. If anyone is requesting that you settle a debt using these forms of payment, it should immediately raise suspicion and you should seek a second opinion or consult with your local police.

Police attribute an increase in many scams to the increase in the use of social media platforms, especially by elder demographics. Some victims are targeted because they reveal too much personal information on their social media applications, which is then accessed and used by scammers.

For further information, the Canadian anti-fraud Centre provides direction on safeguarding your social media and posts tips and updates on techniques being used by scammers. Visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at www.antifraudcentre.ca / www.centreantifraude.ca.

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LIVING OFF THE LAND

by Jo Barnes photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography

Fate,Farm and Fulfillment: NORTHBROOK FARM

Like the old saying, when opportunity knocks, don't be afraid to answer the door.

Heather Stretch, owner of Northbrook Farm, accepted an opportunity to farm years ago and hasn't looked back since.

The opportunity came in the form of a phone call from an aunt and uncle who asked if Heather would be interested in farming on their 20acre Central Saanich property off Mount Newton Cross Road.

"It was the mid 1990s and one day, out of the blue, they called me about the farm," shares Heather. "I was the niece, the outdoorsy one, and I had not yet set up my career path."

While drawn to the idea of farming work, Heather was living in Alberta and engaged in academic studies. "I had completed my Bachelor's degree in English literature and had just applied for the Master's program." she says. "I had to put the farm offer on hold."

Eventually in 2000, she began her farm journey by starting Northbrook Farm. She also became a co-owner of the larger property, along with her husband, Lamont Leatherman, and Brian and Jane Stretch. The property today is a very busy green space, home to three other farms.

While she always loved the outdoors and had enjoyed seasonal activities like tree planting work, Heather had no prior farming experience. "I had never grown anything in my life," she states. "But, I was drawn to work that changed seasonally, work using both my body and brain."

In order to learn the basics and get up to speed about farming, Heather attended night school and studied organic farming at Camosun College. There she was inspired by her teachers. "My two teachers were mentors," shares Heather. "There was Mary Alice Johnson who owns ALM Farm in Sooke and Tina Baines, who is now retired."

Right out of the gate, Heather faced challenges. "In the first season, I was totally overwhelmed," she shares. "I read lots of books. I didn't know what I was doing!"

By spring 2001, the initial vegetable seeds were in the ground. She grew chard, beets, beans and carrots. In the second year, Heather contended with issues like weed control. She persevered, however, and continued to learn about soil quality and other essentials of successful farming.

"It all starts with the healthy long term ecosystem of soil," says Heather. "We plant cover crops to increase organic matter, introduce organic compost to build fertility into the soil, and rotate crops to avoid pest and disease. We have laying hens, and they move through the field where an area is resting for a year."

Northbrook Farm has evolved since those initial days of just a few crops: today it grows a wide diversity of produce including blueberries, chard, kale, beets, beans, turnips, zucchini, parsley, carrots and fennel. The farm stand is open Sunday and Tuesday from 9:30 am to dusk.

A key to success has been resolving one question: how does a farmer successfully distribute produce? The answer came through connecting with other farmers and the result was the formation of Saanich Organics, a community of growers who are dedicated to the goals of certified organic farming. Heather co-owns Saanich Organics, along with Rachel Fisher of Three Oaks Farm and Robin Tunnicliffe of Sea Bluff Farm.

"I began partnering with others to run Saanich Organics to facilitate distribution," says Heather. "It was a valuable way to access locally-grown produce year round and was a valuable outlet for our own produce."

While Saanich Organics began with a home delivery box program in which customers signed up to receive fresh produce, the business has expanded over time. "Since starting it, it has grown to include sales to restaurants and retailers and also a seed company," says Heather. "We grow crops to produce seeds."

In both running Northbrook Farm and collaborating in Saanich Organics, persistence has been the common denominator. "Quitting has never been an option," she says. "I put one foot in front of the other. For every failure there are successes!"

A love of the land and the potential it holds underlines her work.

"I really like what emerges from the soil and from the seeds planted," remarks Heather. "The excitement and promise of renewal; it never ceases to be thrilling."

Learning how to farm, making mistakes, and reaching markets; it has been a journey that has reaped the rewards of community connections.

"I love the people brought into my life through farming," shares Heather, adding with a smile: "Some of the farmhands here have now moved on and have farms of their own."

She opened a door of opportunity over 20 years ago. In doing so, Heather discovered that hard work can bring harvest from the land and lifelong connections in life.

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T R A D E S T U D E N T S P OT L I G H T

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Female Carpentry Students The timing just seemed right. It was a good fit and the 32 young women from the Saanich School District who attended the Camosun College Women in Trades and Technology Day could not have agreed more. This event, put on by the South Island Partnership and Camosun Women in Trades and Tech, had 160 students rotate through four activities, and the entire program was very well received by all. Not only was it one of the first field trips in two years, but everyone left feeling motivated and inspired for their own future.

From the engaging hands-on activities and the encouragement from current female students in the program, our students were impressed. The female instructors and department heads were excellent. This was truly a program to highlight not only for these young women and their future potentials, but for all women who have shown an interest in the trades and those who may follow.

Starting with our district career programs, we have seen an increase in the number of female students applying for and participating in our programs. Our hairstyling program always fills up, but getting females into more male-dominated trades has been tricky. The TASK (Trades Awareness Skills and Knowledge) Program has seen a 20% increase in female participation over the last two years. The district Tex (Trades Exploration) Program had three female students this year, the first ever. Our STAC (Skills Training Apprenticeship Carpentry) Program had its first two female students this year! Anika and Riza have formed a fast friendship and are very supportive of each other.

They were both nervous about signing up for the program, but are so glad that they did. Anika said: "one of the great things about this program is that everyone is at the same level. It isn't like signing up to do school soccer when you haven't played before and others have been playing for 10 years." Well said Anika! Riza was "worried about being belittled" in the class and on the jobsite but that has not been her experience. She is now working with TCF Contracting in Sidney building a condominium. Anika is working with Harbour Oak homes on a single family home.

They both agree their grandparents are their biggest cheerleaders and are so proud of their granddaughters taking on this typical male-dominated trade. Anika's mom is also a captain with BC Ferries so was very supportive of her to try this program. Both Riza and Anika like seeing

their hard work create something that is useful to others, making their career choices helpful on many levels.

Riza has advice to other girls who are interested in taking the program: "don't overthink it and don't let the stereotypes hold you back." Whether they realize it or not, Riza and Anika have just made it easier for other girls to do this program. They say you can't be what you don't see and we are so proud to "see" them become so successful. We want everyone to see how strong and productive these two are. Congratulations to all our girls.

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For much of the last decade, the least attractive investment was perhaps GICs. In most instances, the return on investment was less than inflation – even less if held in a taxable account. But now, with fast-rising interest rates, GICs have again become a viable option for the Fixed Income portion of investment portfolios.

Bonds and Bond Funds remain solid holds as Fixed Income for the long term. However, with today’s choppy markets, they are no longer the shorter-term safety net that they once were. Many investors, retirees in particular, look for both short and longterm stability in their Fixed Incomes.

We must remember, however, that the faster rates increase, the faster the economy will slow, inflation will moderate, and a recession may result. As Central Banks “overshoot” to the upside, they will need to quickly reverse course, and rates will again drop to stimulate the economy. Bond Funds will increase in value, proving once again that while they may be less attractive in a rising-rate environment, they become very desirable when rates are declining.

Once the rate-reversal occurs, GICs will again fall out of favour, and Bonds and Bond Funds will become the preferred option.

As of early May, with today’s rising interest rates, financial institutions such as GIC Direct and EQ Bank are offering 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5-Year rates of 2.95%, 3.60%, 3.85%, 3.85%, & 3.87% respectively, for RRSPs, RRIFs, and TFSA accounts. Even cashable GICs can be secured for around 1%.

If invested for the long-term in Bond Funds with short-term maturities, investors can ride out the current choppiness in their Fixed Income holdings. However, if one is losing sleep over these shorter-term gyrations, changing to the laddered GIC structure may be a good option.

Let’s assume an Investor holds 30% of his/ her RRSP or RRIF in Fixed Income, mainly in Corporate Bond Funds, with a decent annual interest yield of 3%. However, as rates increase, Bond capital values come under downward pressure – the longer the average term, the greater the decline in value.

It is important to keep in mind that all financial instruments – whether interest rates, exchange rates, stocks, bonds or preferred shares – will inevitably display cyclicality. What cannot be predicted is the timing and magnitude of each turn.

If instead, our investor divided the 30% Fixed Income into six 5% holdings in cashable, 1, 2 3, 4, and 5-year GICs, the annual income would average 3.19% – with zero risk to capital. The cashable portion would always act as a safety net for necessary draws during periods when the 70% equity holding is in a temporary slump.

Rather than attempt to predict these cycles, it is far more important that an investor select the right balance between Fixed and Equity holdings, minimize holding costs, target solid and predictable income streams, and achieve broad sector and geographic diversification. This is far more important for optimal long-term total returns, than a decision on holding Bond Funds vs. GICs.

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by Matt Hall, Red Feather Horticulture

Native Plants That Every Gardener Should Know – Pt. II With the amount of feedback we received after our first article on "West Coast Native Plants," we thought that another dive into our favourite choices might be welcome. Below are plants that we use a great deal in our planting schemes due to their robustness and beauty. We hope you enjoy six more West Coast native plants for the home landscape: Pacific Wax-Myrtle (morella californica). These big, bushy evergreens are a great replacement for the common (and invasive) holly and laurel in the garden. Like laurels, they also take well to pruning and shaping. Incredibly hardy, they flourish in all light levels and are drought/deer/and salt spray tolerant.

Evergreen Huckleberry (vaccinium ovatum). These charming little evergreen shrubs are a great way to add colour to your shade garden.

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Easily kept to three to five feet, they are a great companion to native ferns like sword, deer or maiden-hair (as they are in nature). The new growth sprouts bronze which deepens to a rich green and then matures to a rusty purple. Look for sprigs of "huck" in local florists' arrangements.

Maidenhair Fern (adiantum aleuticum; shown above). We use this beautiful fern to add grace to shaded and damp areas. Growing to only a couple of feet tall, these ferns form a layer of green, supported on stalks so fine they seem to be floating. Unfortunately they are delicate, so keep these ferns away from highly trafficked areas.

Bunchberry (cornus canadensis). If you don't know bunchberry, it can be summarized in two words: miniature dogwood. Native to forest floors, bunchberry is the smallest species in a genus of mostly trees and shrubs. We use it to fill in damp and shaded ground among mature trees but will also employ them around rhodos and azaleas to add a little "West Coast" to a Japanese garden. Once established, they form a lush carpet six inches high that sprouts white, loonie-sized dogwood flowers.

Saskatoon (amelenchier alnifolia). There are few garden plants that do as much as the Saskatoon (or serviceberry). They have beautiful white flowers in the spring, vivid foliage in the fall and they bear lots of fruit in the summer. Saskatoon will flourish in any sunny spot and can be grown as a specimen or a hedge. We must add that Saskatoon berries are a most under-rated fruit (especially in jam or pie).

Salal (gautheria shalon). On our restoration projects, salal is one of our workhorses. It establishes well and is a terrific taller groundcover in sunny or part-shade sites. In the landscape, they do equally well but need to be planted in groups to truly flourish. If you have an area that you want plant coverage over, there are few better choices than salal (especially for the birds).

If you feel a need for native plants on your property or some help in your garden in 2022, please feel free to drop us a line at info@ redfeatherhorticulture.com or visit our website at www.RFLH.ca.

Good (native) gardening!

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SEASIDE HOMES

by Janice Henshaw

Who’s Afraid of the Building Inspector?

Not me! I interviewed Sidney's senior building inspector, Andre James, and was impressed with his affable manner and expressed interest in helping to guide builders and homeowners through the building inspection process. He seems ready and willing to help answer questions and is not scary at all!

There is a province-wide building code called the BC Building Code (BCBC) that "provides the minimum requirements for a safely built environment. It is the product of a unique partnership between industry practitioners, construction technology experts, and provincial regulators. The BC Fire Code and the BC Plumbing Code are also covered under provincial regulations, except for the City of Vancouver and some federal lands.

The building inspection process aims to ensure these codes are followed to ensure the structural safety in the homes we live in and the stores, office buildings, theatres, hospitals, and other infrastructure in our province. An example of how horrifying things can get when there is a construction error is the Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing in Vancouver: several spans of the bridge collapsed in 1958 as a crane attempted to finish joining two cords of the arch. 79 workers plunged 30 metres into Burrard Inlet, and 18 were killed. The bridge collapse was attributed to an engineering miscalculation.

Zoning bylaws are another part of the inspection process; they cover lot size, placement, height of structures and density.

Zoning bylaws also regulate commercial, industrial and other land uses and work to minimize land-use conflicts (for example, by separating noisy or odour-producing industrial uses from residential areas). These bylaws help residents peacefully enjoy their neighbourhoods while ensuring adequate land is set aside for a community's economic needs. Zoning laws can be protective or restrictive, depending upon your viewpoint.

The Town of Sidney's website provides a terrific amount of information on bylaws. The trick is to know that the zoning bylaws are all different in each municipality; we have 13 municipalities in our area! An unfortunate example is when a homeowner phoned Andre to say he was adding a second kitchen in a Sidney house. Andre had to inform the homeowner that he couldn't have a second kitchen because that area was not zoned for a legal secondary suite. The builder replied: "Well, I did it in Saanich." Not knowing what we don't know can land us in all sorts of nasty complications.

Andre says their office receives a range of building applications.

Some are nicely laid-out detailed plans with a good description of what will happen. Other projects may consist of a single piece of paper with handwritten notes. As you can imagine, the second type of application takes the longest to process. Andre says that the applicant first needs to be educated about what information is required to ensure that the project complies with the zoning and building bylaws and the building code.

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How to do it right? Andre says first, go to the municipal website. You will find all the regulations and helpful guides such as "A Homeowners Guide to Building Permits." Under FAQs, you will find questions such as When is a Building Permit required? When is a Plumbing Permit required? What are the requirements for a secondary suite? Call the Building Inspection Department or the Planning Department if you have any other questions. Andre says he is happy to answer questions from people who are unsure about their building options.

There is a wealth of historical information on houses that homeowners and realtors can request from the municipality. Nonconforming homes are of particular interest to research because although they were most often legally built at one time, they no longer conform to the current zoning bylaws. This may mean that you can maintain the property and repair the building, but you can't enlarge it by extending the footprint.

Many new homeowners buy a house with a plan to add another room or a suite to help them pay the mortgage. If they find out too late that these changes are not permitted, there are only two options available: sell the house and buy one that fits their needs better or apply for a variance against the zoning bylaw. To obtain a variance, the homeowner must demonstrate undue hardship.

Some people are willing to gamble with bylaws, thinking it is easier to "beg for forgiveness" rather than ask for permission. Andre says this happens quite often. A plan is submitted and approved, and then the building deviates from the original permit. That can have an unfortunate and expensive result if the municipality decides that the 70 SEASIDEMAGAZINE.CA | JUNE 2022

error must be corrected, i.e., the building's roof lowered or the new deck dismantled and moved back from the property line.

"The building code is actually intent-based," said Andre. "For example: you drive in two nails at the top of the stud and two on the bottom. If one nail fails, there are still three more to help stop a twist.

Another example is multiple smoke alarms in different locations; they ensure that if one fails, another will work. So, the building code requires 'redundant safety measures' to keep us safe."

Andre said that at one time, there were building inspectors who used to say you must build in a certain way or your project would not be passed. "But now," he says, "if you look at the code intent statement – if you are meeting the intent – is that compliance? Yes, it is."

Andre has been a building inspector for 15 years; previously, he was a builder for 14 years and a firefighter, so his work experience goes a long way in establishing his credibility. He's been there!

Several years ago, when Andre was a builder working on one of his construction projects, a building inspector told him there was a compliance issue. Andre asked the inspector if he would explain what was wrong. The inspector said "No, you're the professional; you figure it out."

Fortunately, Andre does not operate that way. If he sees a construction issue, he discusses it with the builder. "This helps the builder," says Andre, "and it helps me, too, because we will have a better working relationship. I like to make things easy to understand for them, and they, in turn, make it easy for me by correctly addressing the issue."

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Lorna Crozier’s Through the Garden - A Love Story (with cats) was a beautiful read, appreciated by our group for its openness and honesty. This memoir, published in 2020, tells the story of Crozier’s life with poet Patrick Lane. She started writing it in 2017 when Lane became seriously ill. It’s a book infused with love throughout; for her husband, for the life they lived together, for their shared passions, including the garden and cats of the title.

As anyone would expect from a Governor General’s Literary Award winning poet the writing is exquisite. There are poems interspersed throughout the chapters, and many of our group described the pleasure they took from them. Reading poetry requires you to slow down, to feast on each carefully chosen word – our readers enjoyed the opportunity the poetry gave to think and reflect as they were reading.

Many commented that they had felt privileged to be able to see inside this relationship (warts and all), that it felt like a gift to be witness to the poets’ love story. Some of our group felt perhaps there was too much candour. But the difficulties of facing up to a partner’s mortality resonated clearly for many, with the role and responsibility of the caregiver sensitively highlighted.

As Crozier lives locally we all enjoyed the descriptions of places that we know and love too. Her ability to locate the reader, whether in the wet, ivy-clad forest of the Saanich Peninsula, or the open landscapes of the prairies, is delightful. Through the dark months of Lane’s illness, Crozier reflects back on their first meeting in 1976; on the way that writing has shaped her life, and how her writing connected with his. There’s a wonderful description of the two of them working from their separate home offices, always able to push back their chair and see the other, to ask an opinion or for feedback. There are so many moments in the book like this that make you feel you come away knowing this relationship intimately. Many of our readers said they will be seeking out Crozier’s other works, and Lane’s too.

Our next meeting will be on Tuesday June 7, at 6.30 p.m. We will be discussing The Every by Dave Eggers. We hope to hold the meeting in-person at the Sidney/North Saanich Library’s Nell Horth Room. Sign up to our Book Club mailing list to stay up-to-date about upcoming meetings: seasidemagazine.ca/book-club

The Folk'nFiddle Festival:

Featuring Good Lovelies, Small Glories, Shari Ulrich, Ann Vriend & Lache Cercel The Folk'nFiddle Festival is back for three days and nights of music June 10 to 12 in Sidney. Featuring a mix of Americana, Roma-Swing, Singer-Songwriters, Bluegrass and Cuban music, the festival's 20 artists and bands have been curated into four gala concerts at The Charlie White Theatre and three Cabaret nights at The Sidney Army/Navy. The second annual Folk'nFiddle Festival will be one of the largest musical events ever held in Sidney.

Headlining artists the Good Lovelies are well known to folk and roots music fans with nine critically acclaimed releases, a #1 single, a JUNO Award, and a devoted fanbase blanketing the globe. The hardworking trio of Caroline Brooks, Kerri Ough and Susan Passmore are guitar-wielding songwriters and queens of the goosebump-raising three-part harmony. They are joined Saturday June 11 by the JUNOnominated Small Glories and prodigious Bluegrass guitarist and singer Ella Korth. The Good Lovelies also play a special Matinee concert Saturday with Canadian Folk legend and two-time JUNO winner Shari Ulrich, who headlines Friday night with the Polaris-listed Twin Bandit, and two-time Maple Blues award winner Ann Vriend.

Sunday Night at the Charlie White Theatre will be a celebration

of instrumental virtuosity and vocal prowess, featuring Romanian Master Violinist Lache Cercel, a world leader in and innovator in the Roma Swing genre; as well as Cuban-born pianist Pablo Cardenas and Vancouver's Petunia and The Vipers.

For those who prefer to tap their toes or hit the dance floor, The Festival Cabaret at Sidney Army/Navy is the place to be. The Small Glories, Ann Vriend, Petunia & The Vipers, Twin Bandit, Pablo Cardenas and Ella Korth will all perform at the Festival Cabaret, in addition to folk-rock environmentalist Luke Wallace, five-time Grand North American Fiddle Champion Ivonne Hernandez, Bluegrass songwriter Jenny Lester, and folk-pop piano player Ashley Wey. Folk'nFiddle Festival will also be offering a special concert Saturday evening at St Paul's United Church(2410 Malaview Avenue) for exclusively double-vaccinated attendance featuring Lache Cercel & The Roma Swing Ensemble. All attending must provide proof of double vaccination.

For full lineup and festival schedule call 250-858-8661 or visit www.folknfiddle.ca. Tickets ($25 to $65) available at www.marywinspear.ca.

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TA K E N O T E

Youth Paint Pouring

by Jo Barnes

JUNE 11

(Age 12-18)

9:30AM-12PM

McTavish Academy of Art

New Exhibit: “The Suitcase Project”

ONGOING IN JUNE 10AM-4PM

Sidney Museum 2423 Beacon Avenue, Sidney On loan from the Nikkei National Museum in Burnaby, this multimedia exhibition explores the history of the internment and dispossession of Japanese Canadians during World War II and also the legacy of this trauma for later generations. It features a mix of documents, photographs, audio files, text and video. www.sidneymuseum.ca

Artist-Directed Exhibitions

ONGOING IN JUNE

Until June 2: Youth/Student Exhibition June 3-9: Variations on a Theme June 10-16: Pleine Aire Reflections June 17-23: Summer Expression June 24-30: Nature's Silhouette

ArtSea Gallery Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney ArtSea re-opens its gallery to showcase a variety of artists presenting painting, poetry works, jewelry and more. www.artsea.ca/events

Live Music

ONGOING IN JUNE 7:30PM

June 10: Kelt and Colleen Eccleston June 17: Open Mic Cafe June 24: Dave Gallant

Brentwood Bay Village Empourium!

2 - 7103 West Saanich Rd. Brentwood Bay Come enjoy live music at the Empourium! A variety of entertainment will be featured including music, magic and performance art. Advance table reservations can be made online at empourium.ca/events. www.empourium.ca

Home Alone Course (age 9-12 years)

JUNE 4

9AM-12PM

Greenglade Community Centre, Room 6 2151 Lannon Way, Sidney This valuable course prepares kids who might be on their own during after school time or those occasional times when parents might be on a short outing. Topics covered include home and personal safety, emergency situations and dealing with strangers. www.crd.bc.ca/panorama 76 SEASIDEMAGAZINE.CA | JUNE 2022

1720 McTavish Rd, North Saanich Participants will learn two styles of acrylic paint pouring onto canvas. No experience needed – just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! Class will include an introduction to the process. Bring a large cardboard box to transport paintings home. www.mctavishacademy.ca

Father's Day Peninsula Car Cruise

JUNE 11

Saanich Peninsula Locations Car enthusiasts have the opportunity to enjoy a drive around the Peninsula and the opportunity to bring a smile to a senior care home resident! It's a free event.

Open to both old and new cars! Meet-up time is 1 pm.

Parade leaves Parkland Secondary School at 2 p.m. For details: C.R.U.I.S.E. Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ events/3204719616469754

Women Only Free Creative Lunch & Learn

JUNE 15 12PM

SHOAL Community Centre 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney Sponsored by Saanich Peninsula Community Response Network and Victoria Women's Transition House, this event marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). Guest speaker and artist Cassidy Smith will lead participants in an interactive art project to express the importance of this day. All supplies provided.

Doors open at 11:30 a.m., and seating is limited.

To register: 250-656-5537 | www.bccrns.ca/bccrnsnetwork/ saanich-peninsula-community-response-network

iPhone & iPad Tips and Tricks (age 16+)

JUNE 15 12PM-2PM

Greenglade Community Centre, Room 1 Know the basics but want to expand your learning on these devices? Class will include contextual menus, silencing unknown callers, shortcuts, scanning documents, Air Drop, battery charging, Focus/Do Not Disturb feature, typing/gesture shortcuts, and much more! www.crd.bc.ca/panorama

Saanich Peninsula Hospital Auxiliary Garage Sale

JUNE 18 9AM-1PM

Upper Parking Lot, Saanich Peninsula Hospital Come support your local community and find some amazing bargains! There will be a wide variety of items for sale. All proceeds go to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Auxiliary to provide care and comfort for the patients and residents at SPH. www.sphaux.com

Mountain Dream Productions: “Anastasia”

JUNE 18-19

June 18: 7pm June 19: 2pm

The Royal Theatre 805 Broughton St, Victoria This Broadway musical, about a brave young woman who sets out to discover the mystery of her past, is filled with interesting characters, intrigue, and inspiring musical numbers. It's a highly entertaining evening for the whole family. www.tinyurl.com/mvh54vsb

Blood Donor Clinic

JUNE 20

12PM-6PM

Mary Winspear Centre, Bodine Hall 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney Book your appointment to save a life! Appointments are available only at this time to enable the team to adhere to public health guidelines for safe physical distancing. Book through: www.blood.ca/en or GiveBlood app or by calling 1-888-2DONATE (1-888-236-6283).

Mystic Mandala Stone Painting: Hydrangea Fireworks

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HOW TO PLAY? Find the image of the box hidden somewhere in this issue.

Visit www.seasidemagazine.ca/SeasideBox

by June 30th to let us know where you found it. *one entry per person, per issue. Each entrant is eligible to win the Seaside box giveaway no more than once per calendar year.

JUNE 25

12:30PM-3PM

McTavish Academy of Arts 1720 McTavish Road, North Saanich Led by instructor Jess Glover, you'll learn how to create a stunning painted stone featuring the mandala, a symbol recognized for meditation, protection and healing. A stone and all the materials needed to paint it are included in the class fee. You will have the use of your own 6ftx3ft. www.mctavishacademy.ca

“Steel Magnolias” (A Radio Play)

JUNE 25 JUNE 26

7PM 1PM

Livestreamed by Radio Sidney Presented by The Peninsula Players, The Mary Winspear Centre and Radio Sidney, this is a production for all ages!

Directed by Tia Niedjalski, this comedy/drama hits all the right notes. www.thepeninsulaplayers.ca www.radiosidney.ca/services

Book Launch: MEA CULPA: A Plea of Innocence

JUNE 25 4-7PM

Thanks to April’s Community Partners: Author Valerie Green • Stonehouse Pub Snowdon House Gourmet & Gifts Lifestyle Markets • Lilaberry Home Décor Amica Beechwood Village

Congratulations to April’s winner, Olga M.

10451 McDonald Park Rd, Sidney This local event celebrates the launch of a new memoir by local writer, Bruno Cocorocchio. There will be readings of excerpts from the book, a Q &A session and light refreshments. Reserve your spot along with a signed copy of the paperback at www.brunococorocchio.com. Capacity is 30 people, on a first-come-first-served basis.

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Last Word

from the

Editorial Director

Deborah Rogers Summer, tantalisingly close, coming soon, so soon, calls to me with the promise of adventure. When the heat of the day draws out the smell of cut grass, or wild honeysuckle, or the salty tang of driftwood strewn beaches, I’m flooded with past memories. Picnics, hikes, boat trips; paddling in the ocean, getting sunburned tubing down the Cowichan River, and of course the crackle and community of the campfire.

Learning about the Duke of Edinburgh Award program this month (pg 49) started some great conversations and reminiscences. One required component for every participant is the Adventurous Journey, and when I spoke to those involved, as participants or volunteers, these Journeys really stood out as defining moments. Memories were made and usually shared with others. They faced challenges, pushed themselves, and sometimes things went wrong, which only became part of the learning and story told afterwards.

After our cold and wet spring I am itching to get out and do almost anything! We’re spoiled for choice living here, with the potential for some really wild and epic adventures. But I don’t think epic is essential, more that you have to be willing to step off the beaten path (whatever that looks like for you) and tread somewhere new. I almost feel a little envious of those new residents or first time visitors who might get to experience a trip to Sidney-spit, sunset picnic on Chalet Beach, or early morning hike to the top of Mount Finlayson for the first time this summer. Sometimes the adventure isn’t even the best part, it’s the feeling of finishing it!

Summer, when it finally comes, brings opportunities.

There’s that short window of long daylight hours and fine weather. Adventure will look different for everyone but we can assume it will always involve the key ingredient of being something we wouldn’t normally do, and might take us outside our day-to-day life. What we all share is the fact that our opportunities for adventure are finite – we need to make every summer count! Get out there; have fun; tell your friends and share the experience.

Deb

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Sidney All Care Residence would like to take this opportunity to celebrate all the wonderful, caring men we are fortunate enough to have on our team who work so hard each day to enrich the lives of our residents. Whether in Care, Food Services, Maintenance, Housekeeping, or Management, they all truly embody the values of All Care, and know what it means to make moments matter. We are also excited to have Gilles Lacroix back at the helm as our GM, leading with his signature care and compassion.

To learn more about the difference our dedicated team will make to the care of your loved one, please contact our Community Relations Manager Sharon Unsworth at sunsworth@allcarecanada.ca or 778.351.2505.

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