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Mission Impossible x What does your Mission Statement say about you? s the mission of your business to benefit all stakeholders or to create profit for shareholders? The term “stakeholder” was originally coined at Stanford Research Institute in 1963 to describe “those groups without whose support the organization would cease to exist.” There are many publicly-traded companies whose mission is to maximize value for shareholders. While this singular focus makes the internal planning process easier, it does leave a whole raft of stakeholders out of the equation.

JOHN JURICIC Labour Market Consultant

DENNY WARNER Executive Director, Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

I wonder how invested employees can be in working for a company whose primary, publicly-stated goal is to make money for shareholders. In the hierarchy of customers, employees and shareholders, who should be at the top? I would argue employees are unquestionably a company’s greatest asset. Without employees providing value for customers, there would be no customers and no profit for shareholders. Many companies don’t have a mission statement. It is a task that is deemed to be of lesser importance than the myriad of other competing planning and operational priorities. However, your mission statement is an

important representation of who and what you are to the rest of the world — your internal customers (employees) and external customers (including suppliers) are paying attention. Stakeholders are becoming more savvy and interested in working for, patronizing and investing in companies whose missions align with their own values. In writing this, I reviewed our own organizational mission, which is: “... to make a positive difference for members by providing a voice and services that shape the environment for business.” It’s good. But I think we can do better.

Epicure: The quintessential Peninsula manufacturing company ast Thursday, we were honoured to have Amelia Warren, CEO of Epicure (epicure.com), speak to the Sidney Breakfast Club. The Dakota Café was a packed house to hear Amelia tell the extraordinary Epicure story — a story that collectively symbolizes the issues, challenges and successes of many Peninsula manufacturing sector companies. Epicure’s North Saanich head office operations has 200+ employees. The lack of affordable housing is a huge struggle for many. As is the case for many Peninsula manufacturing companies, practical and efficient

transportation options are few and far between. Collectively, we’ve been advocating for these issues for the better part of 10 years. Epicure, under Amelia’s leadership, has been a consistent supporter of the myriad (DTAPP, Cda-BC Job Grant, Labour Market Partnerships) of Federal/Provincial labour market programs in a continuing effort and desire to enhance training and career pathways for their staff. Solving these labour market challenges are mission critical to the sustainable growth of the Peninsula Manufacturing Sector. Amelia Warren is an extraordinary

individual — an inspiring and innovative business leader. Our region is very lucky to consider her a colleague. The current federal election is a perfect opportunity for all of us to help business leaders like Amelia represent Peninsula manufacturing sector issues to the regional candidates. The advocacy must never stop. John Juricic, Serial Entrepreneur: harbourdigitalmedia.com Labour Market Consultant: mfgcln.com

Justice Beverley McLachlin WINSPEAR SPEAKER SERIES Truth be Told: A discussion with Justice McLachlin Sunday, Sept. 29, 7 p.m.

he Right Honourable Beverley McLachlin was appointed Chief Justice of Canada on Jan. 7, 2000. She is the first woman in Canada to hold this position, and is the longest serving Chief Justice of Canada. She retired on Dec. 15, 2017. In 2018, she was named a Companion of the Order of Canada — the highest level of the Order of Canada. Throughout her judicial career, she has covered countless areas of the Canadian legal system. In addition to her judicial duties at the Supreme Court, the Right Honour-able Beverley McLachlin has chaired the Canadian Judicial Council, the Advisory Council of the Order of Canada, and the Board of Governors of the National Judicial Institute. She is the author of numerous articles and publications. The Rt. Hon. Beverley McLachlin is an icon. Full stop.

There’s no other way to describe the small-town girl from Alberta who grew up to become the first woman and longest serving Chief Justice of Canada. If you’re lucky enough to hear her speak, you’ll discover a thoughtful reflection on her rich, wide-ranging career and her time as Chief Justice, which she refers to as the “centrepiece of her life”. You’ll marvel at her deep knowledge of so many hot-button issues — from mental health to diversity to politics to the justice system and beyond. You’ll love how bold she is — how unafraid to dig into the challenges Canadians are facing right now. And above all, you’ll walk away with that buzzing feeling you get when you know you’ve just witnessed something very, very special. Tickets: marywinspear.ca/event/justicebeverley-mclachlin

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the dark at temperatures between 5-10º C. Top tomato plants to stop them from trying to set more fruit. It won’t develop in time and topping them forces the plants to concentrate on ripening fruit already there. Keep on top of brassica pest control on over wintering cabbages, broccoli and Brussels sprouts. Whitefly and cabbage aphid can build up over the summer and survive the winter, ready to move on to new spring crops if the cycle is not broken. Pick off infested lower leaves. Spray with insecticidal soap if infestations are bad. Plant fruit trees and shrubs. Fall planting allows roots to become established before winter, as the soil is still warm. Choose fruits and varieties that suit the site you have in mind, and look out for cultivars that show resistance to pests or diseases. Fruit trees and bushes are going to occupy the same piece of soil for many years, so good preparation of the site in advance of planting will lead to best results. Towards the end of the month, harvest autumn fruiting raspberries. After picking the fruit, do not prune the canes immediately. Cut down to ground level in late winter or early spring. For summer fruiting raspberries, finish removing this years fruited canes, tie in new canes and remove any weak or damaged canes. Prune blueberries any time between now and late winter. Aim to remove about one-third of the bush each year. Cut back low down to encourage new shoots from the base of plants. Increase your stocks by taking cuttings from healthy bushes. Choose hard wood about pencil thickness and 20-25 cm long. Leave all the buds in place and bury the cutting up to half its length in open ground. digthis.com

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Thinking about hearing aids? BY DONNA M. STEWART, M.A., AUD(C), AUD/RHIP AUDIOLOGIST/OWNER, HEAR CENTRAL SAANICH earing loss can be a sneaky thing, often coming on so slowly that you don’t even realize it’s happening. Over the years, the birds fade away, song by song; the television gets turned up, notch by notch, and you start avoiding situations where you know you won’t be able too hear well, gathering by gathering. Eventually, your quality of life becomes effected to the extent that you realize you can’t ignore your hearing loss anymore. The good news is that hearing loss is well-understood and there is an abundance of help available. The sooner you take action,

the better your long-term results. Start with a hearing test. The audiologist will complete a thorough medical history and take you through a series of tests to evaluate specific functions of your auditory system. If your hearing loss is medically or surgically treatable, you will be referred to your physician or otolaryngologist (ENT specialist). If you are a good candidate for amplification, hearing aids will be recommended. Be a smart shopper. Don’t be swayed by marketing that’s intended make you feel you need to act fast or make a decision under pressure, or by deals that seem too good to be true. Request a hearing aid demonstration. Your audiologist or hearing instrument practitioner will ascertain communication priorities and narrow

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Grieving STRENGTH IN NUMBERS BY LAURA VAN SPRANG MANAGER, SANDS FUNERAL CHAPEL OF VICTORIA

n today’s hectic world of juggling family, career, school, social commitments and everything else we have on our plates, I can promise you, death does not usually come at a convenient time. It happens when it happens, whether or not you are prepared. You will now need to take the time, and often make the time, to deal with everything there is to do. And on top of that, you are also grieving. It is important to note that when a death occurs, to take your time, surround yourself in support and let your community funeral provider assist with the necessary steps that need to be taken. Even for those who have done preplanning, which assists greatly when faced with a loss, you are now bereaved. This emotion requires support and guidance from those you love and trust. It is worth mentioning that the faster you take care of your loved one’s disposition — this will not make the pain of the loss go away any faster.

When you and your family are faced with a loss, you are not alone. Your community will be there to support you. Sometimes overlooked are the members of your community who are also in need of support. They want to extend their condolences, share their stories of what your loved one meant to them, and also take the unscheduled time to attend a funeral, celebration or gathering to show their support in person, when words can sometimes not seem enough. Community support and participation is as important in death as it is in all other major life events where we celebrate and come together. This gives permission for friends, collogues and acquaintances to participate in the tributes and share stories of who that person was to them. There is strength in numbers. When you lose someone you love, accepting support may just be the strength that you need. You are not alone. Sands Funeral Chapel of Victoria has proudly been serving and supporting this community since 1912. They are here to guide and support you through your loss. arbormemorial.ca/en/sands-victoria

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Winter moth (Operophtera brumata) BY FAYE AT RUSSELL NURSERY inter moth (Operophtera brumata) originated in Europe, and came to B.C. in the 1970s. The larvae, smooth green inchworms about 3/4 inch long, hatch in spring and can cause serious damage to emerging leaves if not controlled.After three years of infestation, the tree can become so weakened that dieback and possible mortality can occur. Their favourite hosts include oak, apple, crabapple, ash, birch, maple and broadleaf trees. Damage from winter moth has been extensive this year, with blueberries and roses also falling prey to their voracious appetites. The following excerpt from Linda Gilkeson’s (PhD, entomologist) website explains the most effective means of control, and the time is right now to get this done. Tree Bands: If winter moth caterpillars ate holes in your tree leaves early last spring (apples and other fruit, oaks, other deciduous trees), then mid-October is good timing to

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