Seaside Magazine November 2020 Issue

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YO U R S A A N I C H P E N I N S U L A VO I C E

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Let Nature Be Your Solace

Peninsula Voices

FORGIVENESS, LOVE & RELATIONSHIP BUILDING WITH LILLIAN UNDERWOOD

A BENCH WITH A VIEW!

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Contents

NOVEMBER 2020

TOP STORIES 12

PENINSULA VOICES Hope in Every Heart Open to Change

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THE WINTER SOLACE Getting Outside in the Colder Months

22

BEETS THREE WAYS Brightening Winter Days with Life-Giving Colour

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LATE BLOOMERS Senior Entrepreneurs Living Their Dream

45

THE NATURAL PATH 5 Ways to Heal Seasonal Affective Disorder

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FROM THE KITCHEN Warming Up to Soups & Stews

EVERY MONTH 8 First Word 10 Letters 12 Peninsula Voices NEW! 21 Ask Seaside 25 Inside Out 28 Living Off The Land 32 New & Noteworthy 35 Salish Sea News 36 The Golden Years

39 Cowland's Chronicles 40 In Fashion 45 The Natural Path 46 Impromptu 50 From The Kitchen 53 What's The Word?

54 Off the Vine 58 Going Green 59 Seaside Book Club

62 Art Scene 64 Seaside Homes 71 West Coast Gardener 75 Common Cents 78 Last Word 79 Sudoku

ON THE COVER Lillian Underwood - see story pg. 12 photo by Janis Jean Photography

Meet our HR Team!

Lacey Lanktree

Lacey Lanktree was thrilled to join the Bayshore team last year as our HR recruiter in order to truly utilize her Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Gerontology from Simon Fraser University. In her previous position as a case manager she was able to clearly define where the missing care links were for her clients and wanted to have a better hand in the support and leadership of B.C.’s caregivers.

HR Recruitment

Since Compassionate Leadership is a personal guiding principle of Kerry Bowman, our Manager of Recruitment and Retention, it was a great match. Kerry and Lacey really do walk the talk and do everything that they can each day to ensure that our caregivers feel supported, heard and known which truly makes the difference in the homes of our clients. From interview onwards our HR team makes the difference to our caregivers because they know happy caregivers make for happy clients.

Bayshore Home Health providing home care services from Sidney to Comox and all points in between!

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MATT HALL PAGE 71 The smaller your garden is, the more important it is to select the right-sized plants, especially when selecting a tree.

I hope that some of my favourites may help with your choice or perhaps inspire you that your garden may be big enough for a tree after all.

SHANNON HALL PAGE 40 Winter seasonal skin issues can be avoided by using the right kinds of skincare! Why struggle with your skin if it can be avoided?

I want to share with you some winter skin saving knowledge that will bring you relief and results. Feel soothed and hydrated vs parched and chapped!

MERLE KROEKER PAGE 41 For as long as I can remember, good design has been a part of my DNA, whether it's in architecture, public spaces, vehicles, or in fashion. I can appreciate trends but will always prefer the classics. A crisp white shirt with dark jeans is on the top of my list ‌ and a great pair of brown shoes.

SHEILA MOLLOY PAGE 15 Getting outside to enjoy nature can get tougher for some as temperatures drop, but we all know the benefits we feel mentally and physically when we breathe fresh air and take in the views. Let's push our cold weather limits by committing to exploration of peaceful destinations with spectacular views.

DOUG MUTCH PAGE 22 Spending a day on Black Rose farm with Gabe, Marina, John and Janis filled us with gratitude. Fog lifted, the sun shone and thankfulness filled our hearts for these people and the bounty they contribute.

New friendships made, collaborations formed and creativity gushed.

Let the beet go on.

STEPHANIE STAPLES PAGE 31 Besides trying new things myself, one of my greatest joys as a coach is encouraging other people to do things that they didn't think they could do.

Watching them go from "no way" to "well maybe" to "I did it" is an absolute thrill for me. It's called "Mudita" – look it up!

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This Month's Contributors: Jo Barnes, Chris Cowland, Karen Elgersma, Doreen Marion Gee, Lara Gladych, Sherrin Griffin, Matt Hall, Shannon Hall, Janice Henshaw, Jesse Holth, Tina Kelly, Merle Kroeker, Paula Kully, Alyssa Madill, Sheila Molloy, Doug Mutch, Kelly Pacheco, Fiona Percy, Deborah Rogers, Joan Saunders, Marita Schauch, Stephanie Staples, Tania Tomaszewska, Lillian Underwood

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F I R ST WO R D

FIRST WORD from the PUBLISHER SUE HODGSON A little stressed these days? I totally understand how you feel.

There's always too much to do, yet another deadline, numerous people demanding your attention and yes, there are even things you want to do for yourself, too – like eating, sleeping, getting some exercise and relaxation. It's something that's increasingly harming the health and well-being of not only the one who's stressed, but overall society.

I was fascinated to read Sherrin Griffin's "The Golden Years" column this month, on Telomere Science (pg 36). It caused me to immediately Google Elizabeth Blackburn and I discovered her 2017 TED Talk. It's a very complicated science but it comes down to how we can control how we age, all the way down to our cells. As Sherrin says: "Elizabeth suggests that we can actually lengthen our telomeres – and perhaps our lives – by following sound advice relating to health and wellness."

At my ripe age of 54, my body is constantly changing.

Some of the ageing affects I can handle in small doses but when things happen unexpectedly, I'm finding some days very stressful! We all juggle many roles, each of which can be a full-time occupation and stress can easily consume us while we try to squeeze one more thing into our over-packed day. As I read more about it, chronic stress is bad for the telomeres and some of the studies show that emotional neglect, violence, racism and bullying also all impact telomeres. So what can we do? Like good relationships and a strong community, your home address matters. I believe we do have the power to change what happens to us, whether it's practising meditation or exercising; it's a positive attitude that matters. In our Peninsula Voices column (pg 12), Lillian Underwood sums it up well: "Breathe and go get some fresh air and start to be thankful for all that is good in your life."

And now I'm off to Tanner's Books to get Elizabeth Blackburn's latest, The Telomere Effect … here's hoping it might have a few more lessons in self care and put an extra spring in my step!

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LETTERS Seaside Magazine welcomes your feedback! Send letters to the editor via allison@seasidemagazine.ca or post your comments on our Facebook wall!

Letters may be edited for space and content.

I have enjoyed reading your magazine regularly since transplanting to Sidney four years ago. But, I have to say that your September edition was simply excellent from cover to cover!

The range of topics, the focus on locality and professionalism of everything from photo layouts to individual journalistic flavour and focus of each article was simply impeccable!

Nice work – in a time where as a reader it becomes easier to simply distance one's self from the ongoing bombardment of national and international stories describing a world gone askew and adrift from common sense – it was awesome to feel that sanity can and will survive!

Michael Poyntz

You have a fabulous looking cake on the front cover

Open by Appointment.

[September 2020 issue] and I am wondering if the person(s) who created it can pass on the recipe. If not, can someone tell me where I can buy this yummy looking dessert?

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Because I am 84 years old, I found Dr. Schauch's article "How to Practise Being Present" (The Natural Path, October issue) positive food for thought.

Like many other people my age I spend far too much time dwelling on the past and worrying about the future – neither of which exist now. I have to keep reminding myself that we have only here and now to control our lives. Thank you for publishing the reminder!

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For myself, as a senior, whose only goal is to keep the grey matter engaged which I am doing for free thanks to VIU, and living on the Peninsula with four First Nations communities I am educating myself about our neighbours. I have just started a course offered via Zoom entitled Contact to Colonialism. I've only completed two modules right now and the course goes till just before Christmas, but it is already building on the last course I took, Social and Cultural Anthropology, so I know this course will continue to be very enlightening.

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Harvest Sale November 27 & 28

Friday: 9am - 7pm • Saturday: 9am - 5pm Mary Winspear Centre • 2243 Beacon Ave, Sidney

For the seventh year in a row Rancho Vignola is setting up its Vancouver Island Harvest Sale here in Sidney at the Mary Winspear Centre. Many now have become familiar with the “best of the new crop” nuts, dried fruit, seeds and confection that this Okanagan based company brings every year, and will be pleased to see it return.

Rancho Vignola is very much a family business, having sprouted from humble beginnings in Vernon, B.C. 40 years ago with Richard and Sue Vignola and their passion for natural and nutritious food.

Since then, through its diversification and growth, Rancho Vignola has evolved to be what it is today: a healthy food-centric business with its roots firmly planted in what matters most – providing unfailing freshness by connecting farms to our communities.

We have carefully planned this year’s sale to give people options, making the order form available before the sale so people can come prepared or even drop their order at the Mary Winspear beforehand for pickup at the sale. Order forms will be at the Mary Winspear and also available to download on our website a few weeks before the sale. The hall is quite spacious so during the sale everyone in turn will be able to come and see all the products that we have to offer if they wish to step in. Our knowledgeable local staff will be there as always, keen to share their passion for quality foods with you. We will pick your order for you once you have made your choice so the whole experience will be nicely paced and practically touchless.

Among more than 100 different products this year, we are excited to bring to you extra fine almond flour coming from our certified bee-friendly producer. Almond flour has become a staple in many people’s baking arsenal. As it is made from finely ground almonds, it is still rich in protein, fiber, vitamin E, calcium, potassium and healthy fats. It is also low in carbs and is a naturally gluten-free alternative for those who are sensitive to wheat flours. It can be used as a replacement for traditional flours in many ways such as this very delicious and simple shortbread.

Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies Ingredients:

Directions:

2½ cups almond flour

½ cup powdered sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 tsp vanilla extract

Preheat your oven to 350f / 175c. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a baking mat and set aside.

¼ tsp salt

Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix together until a dough forms.

Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place about 1½ inches apart on your lined baking tray. Using a fork press the dough down and make a crosshatch pattern by rotating your fork 90° and pressing down a second time. Your unbaked cookies should be about ¼ inch think.

Bake in your pre heated oven for 8-12 minutes, checking them every minute after the 8 minute mark. Remove from oven when the tops or bottoms just start to turn a light golden brown. Allow them to cool on your baking tray for a few minutes before carefully moving them to a wire cooling rack.

Makes about two dozen of the best shortbread cookies ever!

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

Talking with Lillian Underwood

by Karen Elgersma

Lillian Underwood is an

Employment and Training Service Manager for the Tsawout First Nation, an entrepreneur, a facilitator and "Train the Trainer" of the KAIROS Blanket Exercise (KBE). She is also a certified executive coach and a motivational speaker with liveitbydesign.com. Through sharing her personal journey, Lillian communicates how she overcame childhood abuse, phobias, lack of self-worth and overwhelming debt to live today debt-free and empower others to live their dreams. Lillian's story will inspire hope in every heart that is open to change. She is Southern Tutchone from Kluane First Nation in the Yukon Territory.

She resides in Victoria with her husband, former Chief Harvey Underwood, of the Coast Salish people of the Tsawout First Nation.

You grew up in a very remote area in the Yukon. What was your childhood like and how did that impact you when you became a young adult?

I grew up in a small First Nations community called Burwash Landing with less than a hundred families that lived there year round.

There was a lot of alcohol in my community; I remember all the adults being intoxicated for a month at a time. Thankfully I had older brothers and a sister who watched us and my three younger siblings.

There was so much alcohol that we would find and drink cheap wine from our mom's room or anywhere else in the community.

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I remember my cousin and I finding home brew in the forest. We were curious and started to eat the fruit as it floated on top of the huge bucket of about four feet tall, only to find out it made us stumble and unable to walk. That was one of my first introductions to being drunk. I never knew why there was so much drinking in our community and in our home. I remember most of our Christmas holidays being filled with my aunts, uncles and their friends, all drunk. It was a hard, sad time. Of course with all the drinking came various abuses like physical, mental, sexual and emotional pain.

Share with us how you were able to overcome the pain and shame you carried from your childhood?

When I was sexually attacked at a young age, I remember running home and telling my mom what happened. She looked at me and said I was lying. As a result I became closed off from telling her or anyone else anything that happened to me. I never shared any of my experiences with anyone until I was much older and left home.

I began to read self help books on being raised in alcoholic homes that began to help me understand what I went through. I married an amazing man, Harvey Underwood, who listened and supported me.

I realized that prayer and forgiveness helped me to let go of the past and forgive those that hurt me. It was not easy, but in order to move on I needed to begin to care and love who I am and start to value

who I was. All my life I tried to fix everything all around me on the outside, but meanwhile I needed to forgive and love who I am on the inside. I also learned later in my life that my parents, who separated when we were small, both went to residential school along with all their cousins and siblings in our community. My grandparents took care of us children when we were small. They both passed on before I learned about residential school. No one told us our parents, their family and friends all went to residential school. Today I wish I knew they went and that I could have asked my late grandma and grandpa how they felt when all their kids were taken away from them. When I began to learn about that I also began to understand why there was a lot of alcoholism in our small community. Learning about past history, prayer and talking about it to my husband and best friends also helped me to overcome the pain and shame I went through.

You are a facililtator of the KAIROS Blanket Exercise program – a unique, transformative participatory history lesson developed in collaboration with Indigenous Elders, knowledge keepers and educators. It fosters truth, understanding, respect and reconciliation among Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.

Why do you think the key to reconciliation is through education and understanding?

The key to reconciliation is through education, understanding and building relationships with non-Indigenous peoples. The Kairos Blanket Exercise is a powerful tool that teaches about 500 years of history in 45 minutes of presentation and then sitting down and hearing first hand stories of what Indigenous people experienced. My husband Harvey went to day school here in Victoria and I went to Yukon Hall in Whitehorse; both were a form of residential schools. Our two daughters, who I homeschooled for most of

their lives, are the first generation to not go to residential schools.

How do you use your gifts as a certified executive coach and motivator in your role as an Employment and Training Service Manager for the Tsawout First Nation?

I love working for Tsawout First Nation and the community because I am married in. I just started this new position. I enjoy talking to people, no matter where they are, and finding out what they want to do in life. It's fun to be able to help them find training or support in the work environment. I think I like doing this because I struggled for so long to figure out what I wanted to do in life. I would say that the people of Tsawout and other First Nation communities are very friendly and there to help during hard times. My father in law recently passed away unexpectedly and the community came around and showed their support (food, drinks and money to help with funeral costs) to all our family members.

This past spring the death of George Floyd sparked a powerful and passionate movement. As an Indigenous leader in the community, what is your response to the Black Lives Matter Movement?

I think that no real change can come unless the heart is moved and impacted. The Kairos Blanket Exercise changes people's minds and they become emotionally involved and change how they view Indigenous people by the end of the exercise. No matter what colour you are, you matter to someone who is connected or in a relationship with you. It's when people of different colour are not in a heart relationship that misunderstanding from the mind happens.

As a white privileged female I know for sure I need to do better; what wisdom do you have for me and anyone looking to be an ally in this movement?

Build healthy relationships with Indigenous people, watch movies like We Were Children, Indian Horse and Taken to understand what happened in Canadian history. Attend a Kairos Blanket Exercise workshop. I am available to do one or I can set it up for your organization and send in trained Indigenous facilitators.

As an Indigenous female leader and a mom of two young women, what wisdom can you share to inspire us to be more open hearted and inclusive?

Be the change you want to see happen. I grew up in an alcoholic home with no relationship with my mom. Today I have an awesome relationship with her and understand what she went through more today than when I was a child. As a mom, I choose to build and love our two daughters who are now young ladies. I never had a relationship with my mom when I was younger, but I changed that in my close relationship with our daughters.

What inspiration can you offer to those who are feeling anxious or isolated as a result of the global pandemic?

What has helped me is prayer and talking to someone you trust to share your fears. Sometimes the old fears like anxiety can try to come and scare you, like they have for me. Breathe and go get some fresh air and start to be thankful for all that is good in your life. We have clean running water, medical help, food and shelter. What we focus on flourishes. We will all get through this together.

How can someone get in touch with you if they want more info about your coaching or KBE? They can contact me by emailing lillianunderwood8@gmail.com.

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The Winter Solace:

Getting Out in the Colder Months

by Sheila Molloy

On winter days, the sun seems to work just a little harder for us and its light feels that much warmer when we take time to venture outdoors.

Colder weather can ebb our motivation for getting outside, but it is such an important source of solace during times of seasonal sadness or stress. The commitment doesn't have to be complicated or take a lot of time. It only requires a sense of adventure, warm clothing layers, and perhaps a thermos of tea.

There are many options on the Saanich Peninsula, but here are a few you may have not explored or that can be an inspiration for new destinations to venture out of the house this winter. They all fulfill two very important criteria: nature at its best, and a bench with a view!

Photos by Sheila Molloy

Amity Drive Water Access There are so many of these hidden treasures on the Peninsula; half the joy lies in discovering them. The beach access on Amity Drive (off Lochside Drive) brings you to the shoreline of Bazan Bay. The views are outstanding. Only a few steps down the concrete and rock staircase to the beach which can be a great starting point to stroll south to the Wardle Road Green Space or north to Cy Hampson Park. This is a great destination for a cool weather bike ride.

Newman Farm Boathouses and Beach Access Newman Farm was established in 1897 in Saanich and stayed in the family for 106 years. You can explore different areas of the 6.6-hectare property, which is now owned by the community for use and enjoyment as a public park, from Newman Farm Park in Central Saanich all the way to the Saanichton Bay. Our visit was to the park section on Lochside Drive, between Wakeman Road and Newman Road. The parking lot has a handful of spaces, there is a picnic table and water source for dog dishes. Two restored boathouses at the shore highlight a remarkable view of James Island.

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Oak Haven Park This beautiful hilltop park is located south of Benvenuto Avenue, between Wallace Drive and West Saanich Road. Just a 15- to 20-minute easy hike to the summit for spectacular views of the Saanich Inlet, Peninsula farmland, Sidney and James Islands. In the late winter/early spring, the park blooms abundantly with wildflowers. The bench at the top is strategically placed for soaking in the view. There are a few parking spots at the base, and you can take the gravel access road or the dirt trail up.

Beach Access at the Junction of Ardmore Drive and Aboyne Avenue All the tranquil beauty of Coles Bay Regional Park but hidden away in a quiet residential area, this beach access spot is really worth a winter visit. The flat, gravel trail down to the shore is surrounded by large western red cedar and Douglas fir trees. The access can also serve as a great launch for kayaks or for beachcombing south along the granite rocks in low tide. Sipping tea from your thermos, looking out over the ocean westward across to Mill Bay is also a great plan. Park in the neighbourhood thoughtfully, or park at Coles Bay Regional Park and make a destination walk of it.

Moses Point Road Beach Access Beach Access is at the end of Moses Point Road off Land's End Road (where it becomes Chalet Road). This tip of land commemorates the early North Saanich homesteader Daniel Moses. It is a perfect place to enjoy the tranquility of North Saanich and the Salish Sea. The beach is rocky with some gravel, crushed shells and sandy areas at low tides. It is good for kayak launching or just contemplation. The beach faces mostly northward and has a great view of Salt Spring Island.

Coming January 2021 ... something new from

Lillian Hoffar Park Located off McDonald Park Road close to the boundary of Sidney is a 1.61-hectare waterfront park located on Tsehum Harbour. Lillian and Henry Hoffar, a local boat builder and aviation pioneer, donated this area of land as a place for the public to enjoy and as a bird sanctuary. The information board in the tiny parking lot is an enlightening read into the history of the park. For those who get joy from watching birds, this is a great place for a winter visit.

As the big leaf maple leaves fall, you can watch for green-winged teal, bufflehead, American wigeon and more. There are benches, a picnic table and an array of colourful, sheltering trees, making it a great spot in any season.

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Remembrance Day A Virtual Ceremony Wednesday, November 11 10:30 am Mary Winspear Centre and the Saanich Peninsula Memorial Park Society invite you to join us for a virtual Remembrance Day Ceremony on Wednesday, November 11. During these unique times it is important we honour the sacrifices men and women made in times of war and peacekeeping for the freedoms we have today in a safe manner.

The livestream will be broadcast on the Mary Winspear Centre Facebook page.

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Chantal Kreviazuk • Nov 2-5 Singer-songwriter, activist and model, Chantal Kreviazuk is a truly multi-faceted Canadian superstar. After a devastating moped accident in Italy forced her to reevaluate her life and priorities, Kreviazuk decided to focus on her goal of developing a music career full-time. Her decision to honour her own life force and work to become her best self is what ultimately led to her own success.

Jill Barber • Nov 7 & 8 Jill Barber is a three-time Juno Award nominated singer-songwriter with an unforgettable voice once heard, never forgotten. Her critically acclaimed repertoire spans a transformative spectrum from folk, to vocal jazz, to pop, and includes songs in both French and English.

Luca Fogale • Dec 4 & 5 The honesty in Luca’s voice is impossible to ignore, elevating songs rooted in the folk tradition to soulful hymns about the human condition. With influences from Joni Mitchell to Bob Dylan, Luca's reflective and sometimes melancholic songwriting pulls the listener into a deeply hypnotic meditation on redemption and transcendence.

George Canyon • Dec 17-20

George Canyon rose to becoming one of Canada’s hottest Country Music stars in the early 2000’s and has won countless accolades and awards. With country iconic hits like Just Like You, I Believe in Angels, Drinkin’ Thinkin’, Daughters of the Sun, I Got This, I Want You To Live, Slow Dance and many, many more, he is also a highly regarded humanitarian, strong supporter of the military, and, most important, a proud father and devoted husband.

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Q: Seaside Magazine's article in the August issue ("A Small Step Toward Reconciliation") made me think about how I'd like to learn more about our local First Nations, and our shared history. Where should I start? Can you recommend a reading list?

A: I got in touch with Virginia MacLeod at the Sidney Library.

Saltwater People, as told by Dave Elliot Sr., is a great place to start for our local Indigenous history. You will find a record of traditional Saanich knowledge and the Saanich language, SENĆOŦEṈ, published in a time when Indigenous perspectives were hard to come by. The recently-published SENĆOŦEṈ: a Dictionary of the Saanich Language is a physical manifestation of years of collaboration and the amazing language work that is happening in our communities: Tsartlip, Tsawout, Tseycum and Pauquachin. We have it at the library! For much more like this, visit www.virl.bc.ca, and follow the Indigenous Interest link under Learn > by Audience. ~ Virginia MacLeod, Adult Customer Services Librarian, Sidney/ North Saanich Branch, Vancouver Island Regional Library Q: I am in the process of downsizing, and I'm wondering if there are people or businesses who would come to do estimates on household items – some of which are too large to take to an auction company. I know I could put an ad in the paper, or online, but I don't want strangers coming into my home.

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A: There are apparently several companies out there that specialize in this exact type of work related to downsizing, estimates and the like. Lynne Parker of The Old Attic gave me a few examples she is familiar with. Max Sold is an online auction platform for downsizing and estate sales, and they offer either MaxSold Managed or Seller Managed sale of items. Lynne knows Jim Reid, at Step Toe Antiques in Victoria, who is an accredited appraiser and will purchase everything from single pieces to an entire home's contents from downsizing and estate sales. At The Old Attic, they, too, regularly go into people's homes to go through items and identify what could be sold on consignment at their store. ~ Lynne Parker, Co-Owner of The Old Attic Q: I love making fresh pressed juices, and even though I try to limit the fruits I use because of their naturally occurring sugars, I wonder if ultimately the nutrient value of the juice offsets the sugar content?

A: "Juicing is excellent for getting nutrients into the body fast.

When juicing, using green vegetables such as parsley, celery, kale, spinach and cucumber helps to keep the sugar content very low and the nutritional value high," says Tracy Doyle of Bad to the Bone (Broth). She suggests trying ginger for added flavour, which also helps with digestion and bloating. "When using fruits, use lemons and limes or local berries to cut down on sugar content." Tracy points out that because juicing eliminates all fibre, the sugar in fresh juices goes straight into your bloodstream, which can lead to mood swings and energy crashes. Another option is blending, which retains the natural fibre that in turn helps stabilize blood sugars. "In my opinion, no, the nutritional value of fresh pressed juices doesn't outweigh the high sugar content. Getting some fibre in there is a better option if you want to use more of those yummy sweeter fruits." ~ Tracy Doyle, Nutrition Coach, Owner of Bad to the Bone (Broth)

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Beets Three Ways

Doug Mutch and Fiona Percy

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Ode to the beet, which brightens the darkening days of winter with life-giving colour. Heavenly greens and earthy sweet roots, crisp with shocking fuchsia, gold or candy cane. Elegant and crunchy raw; warm and satisfying cooked. Low in calories and high in nutrients, strengthening our blood and immunity.

Truly blessed we are for having this bounty of food grown for us by our local farmers.We gathered ingredients for this beety adventure from Dan's, Mitchell's, the Plot, Little Bird Farm, Black Rose Farm and Foragers Galley, all heroes in building our Island's food security.Yay farmers! Thank you. photo by Janis Jean Photography and styled by Fiona Percy

BEETHOVEN'S NINTH Sister to our Carrot Cake of Love.

Shred 6 cups of red BEETS (about 6 medium beets), place in a medium mixing bowl and let rest for juice to release.

In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients: 4 cups of FLOUR, 1 cup of SUGAR, 4 tsp of ground CARDAMOM, 4 tsp of ground, roasted CARAWAY (heat seeds in a pan over med/low heat until slightly browned, stirring occasionally. Let cool on a plate then grind.) 1 tsp of SALT, 4 tsp of BAKING SODA, 4 tbsps of BAKING POWDER. In a third mixing bowl, mix together until smooth, 8 EGGS, 2 cups of CANOLA OIL, 1 cup of SOUR CREAM, 2 tsp of VANILLA EXTRACT and 2 tbsps of LEMON JUICE. Back to the bowl with the shredded beets; squeeze out and save excess beet juice (for icing). Toss beets with a ¾ cup of BROWN or RAW SUGAR and 1 cup of CHOPPED WALNUTS. Stir wet ingredients into the dry and then stir in the the beets.

Grease and flour large cake pan (we use a 10"x 3" round) and line bottom with parchment paper. Pour batter into pan and bake at 350° for 70-80 minutes. Let cool completely.

Make Pink Cream Cheese Icing - in a mixer, mix until smooth - 1/2 lb of BUTTER, 2 lbs of CREAM CHEESE, 1¾ cups ICING SUGAR, 1 tbsp of LIME or LEMON ZEST, 3 tsps of ground, roasted CARAWAY and 4-5 tbsps of saved beet juice.

With large serrated knife, cut through the middle of the cake, creating two layers. Ice the middle 1/2" thick. Put top of cake back on and ice entire cake 1/2" thick. Garnish with fennel flower – or whatever brings you joy.

TURN THE BEET AROUND A salad guaranteed to improve your dancing. Serves 6-8 In a large pot, boil 15 MEDIUM BEETS (golden, red, candy cane) and skin when cooled. Then cut into 1/8ths.

In a pan, roast 1 lb. of BLUE OYSTER MUSHROOMS with a little OLIVE OIL, salt and pepper at 350° for 20 min. Add to the roasting pan full leaves of RADICCHIO or SWISS CHARD for 2-3 minutes (sweetens and softens the leaves).

In a large bowl, lay down the roasted leaves, and playfully assemble beets and mushrooms with 2 bunches of chopped raw BEET GREENS, 1/2 lb FAVA SPROUTS, 6 oz. of GOAT CHEESE in pieces and 4 small FENNEL BULBS (or 1 large) shaved.

Toss with Apple Cider Vinaigrette (in a jar, combine 1 clove of chopped GARLIC, 1 cup of OLIVE OIL, 7 tbsp APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, 1 tsp of MUSTARD, a pinch of salt and pepper and 1 ice cube. Shake up.) Add a few edible flowers and eat listening to DISCO.

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In a large sauce pan, sauté 1 ONION, diced, and 2 good looking Chanterelle Mushrooms in OLIVE OIL over medium/low heat. Remove mushrooms and set aside (for garnish). Peel and dice 12 MEDIUM GOLDEN BEETS, 1 large or 2 small CELERIAC (celery root), 4 TART APPLES, 5 oz CHANTRELLE MUSHROOMS. Add to the cooked onion, stirring for a few minutes on medium heat, browning slightly. Add 1 litre of vegetable stock, salt and pepper and simmer until tender (about 20 min.) Blend smooth. Season to taste, bowl up and garnish with shaved FRESH HORSE RADISH, PARMESAN, a sprig of ITALIAN PARSLEY, those 2 good looking Chanterelles and a drizzle of Olive Oil.

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by Alyssa Madill Feed the Fire Nutrition & Wellness

Eating Seasonally and For Your Cycle Eating in season

is pretty easy to do living on Vancouver Island in autumn. Nature and agriculture go through such beautiful cycles each year, providing exactly the resources and nutrients that we need to stay healthy.

The human body mirrors the cyclical nature of our outer world in its own incredible way, with the complexity of the menstrual cycle. This is about so much more than procreation and painful symptoms; it has the potential to support systemic health and quality of life when brought into balance. Recent nutrition and lifestyle research indicates that people with periods can optimize their cycles, reduce symptoms and maximize the benefits of natural fluctuations in hormones. This can be carried out by eating and living in such a way that aligns with each unique phase of the menstrual cycle.

There are four phases of each cycle: menstrual, follicular, ovulatory and luteal. Each phase serves a specific purpose – not only for reproductive health but for brain chemistry, metabolism, musculoskeletal function and more.

Providing the body with specific nutrients and types of foods that support each phase can have profound effects, and may reduce the incidence of common concerns including PMS, hormone imbalance and burnout.

Let's break it down into best practises for each phase of the cycle, so that you can start living in better alignment with your cyclical nature. Check out the recommended fall favourites within each phase so you can eat within your cycle and the season!

The Menstrual Phase (day one until bleeding stops). Focus on nutrientdense foods that contain plenty of minerals, protein, fats, antioxidants and fibre. Borscht made from bone broth and containing seaweed would do the trick! For lifestyle – consider this a time of rest. Try to avoid intense exercise, stress-inducing activities or too much social interaction.

Fall Favourites: beetroot, kale, mushrooms.

The Follicular Phase (after menstruation, leading up to ovulation).

Consume plenty of veggies, fermented foods and high quality proteins. For lifestyle – your energy is likely returning if things are in balance. It might feel good to take a vigorous hike up Mount Work or a run around Elk Lake.

Fall favourites: carrots, cranberries, parsnips.

The Ovulatory Phase (mid cycle). Time for fresh produce, although with colder weather you'll be better off gently cooking your vegetables.

During this phase it's important to include liver supportive foods like cruciferous veggies (brussels, broccoli, etc) and lemon water. Try to stay on top of digestive function by staying well hydrated. For lifestyle – this is generally a time of high energy, so bring on the harder workouts like spin class; it's also a great time to be productive and socialize in a safe manner.

Fall favourites: brussels sprouts, pumpkin seeds.

The Luteal Phase (after ovulation, leading up to menstruation).

Support this phase with a focus on complex carbohydrates like squash. This will keep energy levels and moods relatively stable. For lifestyle – slow down your workouts, allow for rest, and tune in.

Fall favourites: apple, cauliflower, garlic, pear, pumpkin, squash, turkey.

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LIVING OFF THE LAND

Welcome Home:

Mars Family Farm It is said that a house is not necessarily a home. For one local couple, it's been necessary for their home to have many houses.

Willi and Irma Mars, owners of Mars Family Farm, purchased a modest house over 50 years ago and since then have added other "houses" for various pursuits as they supported family and built a life and legacy.

"There was nothing on the place in 1962. We had a bed and breakfast and Willi built the barn, lemon house, beehouse, and our 'Breadhaus' where we bake bread and other items," shares Irma, whose use of "haus" reveals the couple's German roots. "In February we will have been here 59 years."

Born on the island of Ruegen in the old East Germany, Willi was the third oldest of 13 children and carried much responsibility for the care of his siblings, a quality that would shape his life. His family successfully escaped to West Germany, and at the age of 19, he made his way to Canada to work on a farm. Irma was born in West Germany

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and moved to Canada in 1957. A strong work ethic and commitment to family binds them together.

Situated off West Saanich Road, Mars Family Farm is a delightful two-acre property where family and farming intertwine beautifully.

Their home is picturesque, with many European accents and sits surrounded by gardens, winding paths, terrazzo fountain and a lovely balustrade. It has been a gradual but dynamic process over the years.

"We had only brush and a few saplings," says Willi. "I cut timber for our house and cleaned and cleared up the land."

Willi first developed the property by constructing a greenhouse, cool house and root cellar, increasing the garden areas, putting in bedding plants and raising livestock.

"I pumped water from our pond for grass to feed our cows. We started with one Jersey and eventually had beef cows, as well as pigs and chickens," shares Willi.

Next, loganberries were planted and a farm stand was erected in front of the house along West Saanich Road. Here baskets brimming

with the delicious berries were sold to passers-by. Not content with crops and livestock, Willi branched out into beekeeping in 1979. He thoroughly enjoyed it, and in 1984 after taking a course, constructed "nucs," or small boxes to raise queen bees.

"I am always interested in learning," says Willi.

During these years, life for Willi and Irma was busy. In addition to their crops, bees and livestock, they were raising four daughters.

Willi split his time between working full time in construction during the day, and tending their acreage during the evening and weekends.

Retirement in 1998 didn't see life slow down for this couple. In fact, the pace of life picked up, bringing opportunities to enjoy more family time and new projects like the construction of the Breadhaus.

With its stone front, dutch double doors, and flowers in the front, it mimics a traditional Bavarian haus. Inside is a large brick oven that Willi built by hand which features a special oven door he brought from Germany. The Breadhaus has been the source for many years of the Mars' delicious breads, buns and their famous German Christmas stollen, an item still in demand.

As well as the baking, Willi and Irma planted grapes and began winemaking. All these activities were part of attaining farm designation. "You have to have two acres and sell $2,600 from your

produce each year to qualify for farm status," comments Irma.

Over recent years produce has included potatoes, garlic, peas, carrots, rhubarb, pumpkins, cabbage, raspberries, blueberries, loganberries and grapes.

"We sell mostly to family and friends," shares Irma. "Our pumpkins are at The Root Cellar and Dan's Farm & Country Market. We got top prize last year for 'Most Beautiful Pumpkin' at the Saanich Fair," she shares proudly.

Planning, seeding, tending and harvesting means long hours and hard work for any farmer, but when you consider the stage of life for this couple, that effort is remarkable and inspiring.

"Willi just turned 85 in May," says Irma. "We've been married 62 years."

The family has grown over time. Now there are grandchildren and great-grandchildren who visit. It's at these times that Willi and Irma's lifetime of learning comes into play.

"My great-grandson asks about the seeds and wants to help," says Willi. "He's curious, so I show him some things."

Willi and Irma Mars have sown the seeds both in the soil and in their lives which has reaped a garden harvest and a bounty of family moments and friendships. Their haus has truly become a home.

Photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography.

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Canadian Real Estate – Emerging Risks Peter Dolezal is a semi-retired Sidney resident. He offers INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL CONSULTING SERVICES to individuals, couples and companies.

To date, he has assisted more than 240 clients across Canada, principally in Greater Victoria and the Lower Mainland.

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Frequently over the past decade, the Federal Government, the Bank of Canada, and CMHC have raised red flags highlighting the risk of real estate bubbles bursting, particularly in Greater Vancouver, Greater Toronto and even Greater Victoria. In attempts to engineer a “soft” landing, both the government and CMHC have periodically tightened lending qualification rules, particularly for insured mortgages.

Despite these attempts to moderate increases, home prices, except for relatively brief periods, have continued to soar.

Nationally, this past August, average singlefamily house prices reached $586,000 – an increase of 18.5% over the previous 12 months.

The main driver of this continued upward price pressure has been the dramatic decline in mortgage interest rates. Today, borrowers can lock in a 5-Year Fixed Rate mortgage at a record low 1.69%. Despite stringent qualification hurdles, a borrower who qualifies can secure a $500,000 mortgage for as low as $2,043/month. In many areas of Canada, this is less than the cost of renting a similar property.

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a) Across Canada, 740,000 mortgage holders (15% of mortgages) have taken advantage of the Mortgage Deferral program, which will largely expire by year-end. Clearly, many of these deferrals went to borrowers who found themselves in difficult financial circumstances as a result of Covid-19. If employed in airline, hospitality or other sectors still seriously

affected, many will be unable to handle the resumption of payments when the mortgage-relief period ends. Significant defaults are likely to follow. b) Large numbers of real estate investors hold properties for use as vacation rental income producers. This sector has been decimated by the Coronavirus, and the full impact will likely take years to reverse. Many owners will be forced to convert to long-term rentals, accepting lower income streams. Less demand for such properties is likely, and increased defaults can be expected. c) Diminishing numbers of first-time buyers who can qualify for mortgages will further moderate demand, as will the dramatic reduction in the number of immigrants coming to Canada, at least until successful vaccines resolve the current pandemic.

Undoubtedly, CMHC has factored these emerging risks into its recent prediction of a nine to 18% decline in house prices by next spring. Should this occur, it will drastically impact the combined real estate and home construction sectors which account for approximately 25% of Canada’s GDP. The greatest impact would fall on the GTA and Greater Vancouver, but the economic ripple effect would be felt nationwide.

In determining personal strategies, not only potential buyers, but also sellers, ought to seriously consider the very real risks of a price-bubble burst in their region. As with stock markets, real estate markets are also vulnerable to periodic “Bear Markets.” Most of Canada is currently experiencing a strong “Sellers’ Market.” However, a near-term reversal in both demand and pricing cannot be ruled out.

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Old Dog, New Tricks Overheard at a conference: "I retire in five years; I don't have to learn anything new now."

As a conference speaker and a human in the fourth quarter of my life, I was taken aback by her statement: personally, I couldn't disagree more! The day we think we have nothing left to learn, are too old to learn, or are tired of learning is a sad day indeed.

When I turned 50, I made a list of 50 new things to try in my 50th year. The list covers all different categories of life: physical, spiritual, social, intellectual, emotional, community and yes, even sexual.

I asked people of all different ages and stages and occupations to suggest challenges, because I knew that if I gave myself all the ideas they would likely fall within my comfort zone and the goal was to really stretch myself.

And so began the most interesting year of my life (so far!). You can read about my adventures in The Try Angle: A New Slant on Life (Amazon) but the moral of the story is that it's not the completion of the "try" that was so important; it's the learning through the try that can have magical properties.

It's easy to stick with doing things that come easily and effortlessly to us, and it's equally easy to avoid things that make us feel uncomfortable and incompetent. However, the growth comes in learning and, while frustrating sometimes, it can also be extremely fun, satisfying and surprising! Think of the little kids who suck up information like a turkey baster on the holidays; while our brains may be a little more seasoned, they are still capable of learning new things and they need to learn new things to thrive.

One of the questions I get the most often is about the "hardest" challenge. For me it was, without a doubt, a three-hour drum lesson from the Crash Test Dummies drummer, Mitch Dorge. I thought my brain was going to burst; when he said practise what you learned and come back in a couple of weeks, I blurted out: "Oh no, I'm never doing this again!" Even though drumming wasn't my jam, I had a new appreciation for drummers. I hear the drums in the music now, and I am changed because of what I learned. Next!

As a previous unilingual person, I now know enough Spanish to

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impress Anglophones and make the Hispanophones chuckle, but I still practise every day (I'm on a current Duolingo app streak of 212 days!). Even if I never get to a Spanish-speaking country again, I know it's so good for my mind and it gives me so much more appreciation for people who have English as a second language.

Art was another challenge that was a game changer for me because I thought art was only for artists – people with natural born talent, and that was clearly not me. However, upon exploring different mediums, I felt that I was "allowed" a peek into the world of art that I previously felt disengaged from.

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With the challenges, I allowed myself to "negotiate" – for example, when a colleague suggested I try going vegan for 30 days – it felt like too big of a stretch from my carnivore lifestyle, so I went vegetarian for 50 days instead. Later, going vegan for 30 days wasn't that difficult. Check out Veganuary.com, as I did.

Similarly with music, I went from being a listener to getting a starter ukulele, graduating to a guitar (which I'd always wanted to play), to songwriting and performing on stage. I never could have imagined this but one step at a time, amazing things are possible.

Apparently you can teach an old dog new tricks! I encourage you to explore the idea of trying something new – big or small – you never know what adventure is just around the corner!

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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

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You Can't Keep a Good Town Down With the holiday season upon us,

by Paula Kully everyone is wondering what it's going to look like this year. Luckily, we live in a community that simply can't be kept down! Not even by a global pandemic. The resilient community organizations and local businesses on the Saanich Peninsula have a blend of virtual and in-person safe events planned that prove that COVID-19 can't dampen our spirits. To find out more, the Sidney BIA is keeping an events calendar updated at www.sidneybia.ca and regularly posting on their social media.

Lest We Forget Although this year's ceremonies are not open to the public, they will be live-streamed from the Mary Winspear Centre. There will be no formal wreath-laying but wreaths can still be purchased from the Poppy Office in the old Salon J location at 2506 Beacon Avenue.

As well, two "Remembrance Boards" will be set up at the cenotaph

100 Days of Christmas Westcoast Impressions, which manages the Sidney Street Market, has launched a virtual holiday market called "100 Days of Christmas." The online event runs until December 23 and features a great mix of local and Island artists, producers and crafters offering unique holiday gifts you can feel good about giving. This holiday season, let's all pull together and support local.

IN PRODUCTION Netflix Has Gone to the Dogs For all the dog lovers on the Peninsula, filming for the upcoming Netflix series Super Pupz took place in Central Saanich during September. One of the main locations used was Rascals Pet Market in Brentwood Bay. Super Pupz is being produced by the Air Buds franchise which features dogs that usually have some remarkable abilities.

Ten Years of Calendars This year, the Sidney Sister Cities Association Calendar Committee went into their vault and scoured images collected over the past nine

A fresh face for Rest Haven Lodge We are excited to announce a bright upgrade for Rest Haven Lodge – improved sunrooms!

The 40-year-old sunrooms on the main and top floors capture the sun just a little too well, making the spaces uncomfortable and unusable for residents – especially during summer months.

Improvements will create beautiful rooms that bring wellbeing and happiness to the people who live in, work in, and visit Rest Haven Lodge.

You can help us bring a fresh face and bright, homelike spaces to Rest Haven Lodge by donating to our Fresh Face campaign.

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A Budding New Business If everything goes to plan, Sidney will see its first cannabis shop open at 2410 Beacon Avenue by November 1. Owners of the new shop were originally calling the store Happy Budha but after receiving some feedback from the community, they decided to change the name. They ran a "naming contest" and the new name, Truth + Alibi Cannabis Co., was selected from entries they received from the public.

Interior Landscaping Comes to Sidney Dutch Green Designs is a new business in Downtown Sidney located at 2446 Beacon Avenue. Their website states that "Dutch Green Design was founded in the Netherlands in 1986 and was one of the largest and most respected interior landscaping firms." Interior landscaping? Now, this sounds interesting! Owners Peter Zwaag and Erik Twisk have brought their unique business to Sidney where you will find various plants, pots, plant hangers and locally made gifts!

THE FUN STUFF Let's Play!

On October 9, Sidney Mayor and Council reopened Rathdown Park with an all-new playground! The playground equipment has something for children of all ages and abilities but I have to say my favourite is the mini zip line! If only I was a bit younger, and a bit smaller.

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Painting Poppies Odette Laroche, owner of Laroche Fine Art Gallery, and her students have been diligently working on a mural since May. The mural is made up of 30 individual oil paintings that when combined, become a six- by 8.5-foot wide mural of a poppy. The intention is to show and sell the mural by November 11 with all the proceeds going to Veterans.

Congratulations!

A huge congratulations from all the staff at The Roost Winery, Bistro + Farm Bakery to Rob and Tara McMullen, who have gone from general manager and head chef to proud new owners! And of course we all wish former owners Dallas and Sarah Bohl all the best with whatever is next for them.

A Special Happy Birthday I want to wish a dear friend of mine, and a well-known Sidney resident, a very happy 100th birthday this November 24! I am sure there are many who call Mr. Peter Godwin Chance their friend, because that is just the sort of man he is. Peter joined the Navy in 1939 and served in the Second World War, the Korean War and the Canadian Armed Forces. He was awarded the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal, the Admiral's Medal, and the French Legion of Honour Medal at the rank of Knight, a befitting award for a true gentleman.

He has written a wonderful book entitled A Sailor's Life, which contains remarkable stories of his life and adventures that would certainly make a blockbuster movie. Peter – Happy Birthday!

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SALISH SEA NEWS

Now You Know Your Salish Sea

The 15th percentile – are you in it? A survey completed just last year reflected a mere 5% of Washington State citizens and 15% of British Columbians could accurately identify the Salish Sea. If you

by Tina Kelly fall into the remaining 85%, Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea you may be surprised to learn the Salish Sea term has been official for a decade. And if you call Southern Vancouver Island home, you may be shocked to learn you are one of roughly eight million people living in the Salish Sea. The Salish Sea is an inland sea straddling two countries and encompassing three significant bodies of water: Puget Sound, Strait of Georgia and Strait of Juan de Fuca (they still retain their individual designations). For additional context, Campbell River represents the northern border and the bioregion's southern boundary is Olympia, Washington. Contrary to the word sea, the Salish Sea is not exclusively an ocean ecosystem but a watershed with interconnected lands, rivers and streams. It is the mixing of the region's saltwater and many freshwater systems – essentially a large estuary – that results in the sea's high biological productivity. The single largest influx of freshwater is B.C.'s mighty Fraser River. Looking east from Sidney on a clear day, snow-capped Mt. Baker is a magnificent sight; this mountain also signifies the Salish Sea's eastern border.

Truth be told, the Salish Sea term has existed for decades. In the late 1980s, a name proposal was put forward by Western Washington University scientist, Bert Webber; however, it wasn't officially accepted until 2009 (acceptance in Canada occurred in 2009 but was

formally announced in early 2010). Who decides? Each country has its own board responsible for authorizing the official use of names – Geographical Names Board of Canada and United States Board on Geographic Names.

A multitude of factors led to the name suggestion. Referencing the region with a formal name would serve as a constant reminder of the interdependent and interconnected natural systems at play. Name recognition for this integrated ecosystem would aid scientific studies and help inform decisions and policy.

Conservation initiatives, at an individual level, are often linked to the psychological principle of sense of place. Sense of place forms when personal connections and social interactions with a particular site take place and it's believed a sense of place is deeper when you can call a place by name.

The name recognizes the area's early (and present day) inhabitants – Coast Salish peoples. This includes more than two dozen ethnically and linguistically related Indigenous groups whose territory extends from the mouth of Oregon's Columbia River up to British Columbia's Bute Inlet.

While geographically locating the Salish Sea rated low on the survey, a separate question reflected 48% of British Columbians had at least heard of the term. Should another survey roll around, you can proudly proclaim you've not only heard of it, you'll be able to put a finger on it.

Get to know your neighbours at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea. Located on the traditional lands of the W̱SÁNEĆ people, the Centre is an award winning aquarium dedicated exclusively to the Salish Sea Bioregion. Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday through Tuesday, closed Wednesdays and Thursdays.

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THE GOLDEN YEARS

Looking for a ScienceBacked Aging Panacea?

by Sherrin Griffin

We have searched for the proverbial fountain of youth for centuries, but it has only been in the last few decades that science has made some significant progress by making an interesting discovery on what exactly affects the aging process and, as a result, determines our lifespans.

In 2009, the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to three American geneticists – Elizabeth Blackburn, Carol Greider and Jack Szostak – who discovered telomeres, the genetic code that protects the ends of our chromosomes, and telomerase, the enzyme that assists in this process.

Quite simply, telomeres are the caps at the end of each strand of DNA that protect our chromosomes, much like the plastic tips at the end of shoelaces. Without the plastic tips, shoelaces become frayed and can no longer do their job, just as without telomeres, DNA strands become damaged and wear down over time. Cells can't do their job, which results in the aging process. Stress and bad lifestyle choices shorten those telomere caps, making it more likely that cells will stop dividing and essentially die, leading to premature aging. This is why some of us age faster than others. Shortened telomeres don't necessarily cause any specific disease, but research suggests that they hasten our susceptibility to genetic weaknesses. "If you're vulnerable to heart disease, you're more likely to get it younger if your telomeres are shorter," says Elissa Epel, director of the University of California, San Francisco's Aging, Metabolism and Emotions Center.

These exciting findings have since been applied in studies of aging, stem cells and even cancer.

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"We can provide a new level of specificity and tell people more precisely, with clues emerging from telomere science, what exactly about exercise is related to long telomeres, what exact foods are related to long telomeres, what aspects of sleep are more related to long telomeres," Epel added.

The Telomere Effect, by Elizabeth Blackburn, one of the original Nobel Prize winners, is a concerted effort to bring this knowledge to the general public in language more easily understood, and covers topics such as basic cell biology, factors that are linked to telomere maintenance and how it all relates to our daily lives. Published in 2017, the book has become a New York Times bestseller, a testament to the fact that we are all intrigued by a universal panacea for aging. It is a pretty attractive theory indeed that we have more control over our own aging process than we may have originally imagined. The authors suggest that we can actually lengthen our telomeres – and perhaps our lives – by following sound advice relating to health and wellness, based on thousands of reviewed studies.

There are even companies out there that are able to test your telomere length. Of course, until this testing becomes more standardized and regulated, there are variables which may affect the testing process and could introduce error such as variance in blood processing, transporting or storage, differences in measurement and methods of testing, and natural oscillations of telomere length over time. How long your telomeres were in the first place will also play a part in how quickly they shorten.

There are still many mysteries and unanswered questions in this emerging field of telomere science, but one thing we can all agree on: it is a fascinating subject for sure!

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Many current Peninsula residents went to high school at Parkland Secondary School. If you happened to be there in the 1980s you may well have run on their brand-new athletic track. In fact, over the 34 years since it was installed, the track at Parkland Secondary has witnessed the footsteps of several generations of student athletes, from the school as well as from the Peninsula Track & Field Club. In addition the Peninsula's 10k runners and marathoners use it for training sessions, parents with jogging strollers and kids on bikes can be seen running laps, and even dog walkers in the muddy winter months make use of the facility.

After many years of planning, a coalition group of community partners is launching a bid to replace the aging, and now dangerous, track with a new community facility. It's a big project at a difficult time, but for the school the challenge of what to do with the deteriorating track is being seen as a health opportunity and economic driver for the Saanich Peninsula.

If the bid to raise $3.6 million is successful then Parkland Secondary will be the home to a competition standard eight-lane track. The closest similar facilities are at UVic and Royal Bay Secondary School.

It will bring athletic opportunity not just to the school's students, but to the whole Peninsula. It also brings the opportunity for Parkland Secondary to host track meets for B.C. schools, at a masters level, or even a prestige event like the World Indigenous Games.

Parkland Secondary already has a Judo Academy, a Sailing Academy and a Hockey Academy as well as its International Baccalaureate ® Program. With the addition of a new running track, the school could add an Athletic Academy too. An exciting bonus is that a new track would include a new grass soccer pitch at its centre, creating the option of a Soccer Academy. These academies add a lot to a high school, attracting coaches and students to the area and bringing pride and team spirit to the whole school.

The project is a combined effort between Parkland Secondary School and the Memorial Park Society and is supported by the School District and the municipalities of Sidney and North Saanich. What the group hopes though is that the community as a whole will jump on board and show their support and commitment for the ambitious goal.

A website has been prepared to share the vision, and supporters are encouraged to donate directly to the campaign there: www.parklandtrack2021.com.

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All the World's a Stage Back in 2016 the Peninsula

by Chris Cowland Players sent out a notice saying they were auditioning for the coming performance of Fawlty Towers at the Charlie White Theatre.

It had been 40 years since I last set foot on stage, more on that below, and I ended up playing the cantankerous old character called "The Major."

We probably had more laughs backstage and in the rehearsals than during the actual performances. One of the episodes featured a pet rat that escaped right in the middle of a hotel inspector's visit. An ingenious set designer built a radio-controlled rat out of a model electric car, and it worked flawlessly.

Except during the first performance. We had rehearsed so many times that the batteries gave out as the rat was halfway across the dining room table. Luckily, the Major was an avid newspaper reader, so I was able to run over and swat the rat with the Daily Mail until it fell off the table and I could surreptitiously boot it under the tablecloth.

My very first stage performance was a German play that my all-boys school put on in conjunction with an all-girls Convent School across the road from us. The play was co-directed by Sister Anthony, who had a tremendous lisp. One scene required two of us to be seated in front of a fire eating grapes, but we did not realize that Sister was sitting right behind it as prompter, until a disembodied voice yelled out "Thtop thpitting grape pipths over me ‌ ."

I acted in quite a few French plays at university, and enjoyed it immensely. Then I made the mistake of auditioning for a play called The Duchess of Malfi, written by the English playwright John Webster in 1613. I had several small parts, and then came the day of the great performance.

In one of the scenes, a group of madmen, one played by me, run onto the stage and terrorize the poor duchess, who is being tortured. The director had the brilliant idea of having us go out of the back of the theatre, sneak in under cover of darkness to various spots inside the theatre aisles, and then burst out screaming and run through the audience onto the stage. The torture scene was one of the most dramatic parts of the play, and you could have heard a pin drop. The sudden surprise of four screaming characters appearing out of nowhere was a clever enhancement.

I will preface the next part of the story with a reminder that in those days I was a poor student, and my meat diet consisted

of fried or casseroled liver, and my staple vegetable was baked beans. So I had taken up my position in the darkness, crouched down like a sprinter on blocks about to run the 100-yard dash. We were in place for about three minutes, and then I was overwhelmed with a pressing urge to pass wind. I totally underestimated my ability to do this noiselessly. The back four rows of the audience swivelled round, and several of them started laughing. I totally destroyed the most dramatic part of the whole play, the director was furious, and I was given a lifetime ban.

Hence my intermission from the theatre for 40 years. I did think of auditioning for Gone With the Wind, however ‌ .

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I N FA S H I O N

How to Prevent and Treat Winter Skin

by Shannon Hall Anam Cara Spa

What is winter skin?

Winter skin is often dry, dull, flaky, irritated, sensitive and sallow.

This happens because we haven't addressed our summer (leftover) skin! The fall season is so short that by the time winter arrives we are dealing with these issues if we haven't addressed the seasonal skin changes.

Some of the best ways to prepare your skin for winter is to find products that are both gentle and effective in treating the issues you may be experiencing.

I want to talk to you about the real skin savers besides the usual cleansers and moisturizers out there. Let's get to the nitty gritty of skincare that will bring you results!

Winter Exfoliation. Dryness indoors and the cold outside can leave some skins vulnerable to sensitivity and dryness. The last thing you feel like doing when your skin is tender is exfoliating, right?

This is why a very gentle, non-abrasive exfoliant is best. Retinol and salicylic acid in a facial oil are leave-on exfoliants that will help to slough off the dead surface skin cells without further irritation.

Choosing an exfoliating facial oil will brighten and quench dry skin and allow your moisturizer to better penetrate the skin's barrier.

Natural, oil-based exfoliating serums will give you the winter skin support you need. Find that winter glow without the redness!

Dermalogica Retinol Clearing Oil is a winter skin saviour and addresses hormonal breakouts.

Masking in the Winter. Give your skin a hydrating boost with a winter facial mask once a week. They are now available for all skin concerns. The water from a hydrating mask penetrates deep into the epidermis and will deliver moisture into the skin to help it feel soft and soothed. When the skin holds moisture, it plumps up! Fine lines, dryness and redness are immediately reduced. Dermalogica Hydro Masque Exfoliant is one example of a mask that delivers a 2-in-1 solution to winter skin.

Serums. In the winter, we have an opportunity to really brighten and hydrate the skin with serums that can be used to address hyperpigmentation, all while saturating the skin with dewy, silky, natural ingredients! Why wait until your skin develops patches of eczema that you cannot moisturize away?

Serums will soak into the skin to provide extra protection during the colder season. They will plump up sad skin, brighten sallow skin and hydrate dry, aging skin. Serums are the best winter skin weapon to have on your bathroom counter. Dermalogica Biolumin C Serum and Skin Hydrating Booster are some of my favorite winter skin treats!

All seasons affect our skin in different ways, but winter is one of the harshest. Nourishing your skin and body with quality ingredients will keep it radiant, protected and healthy.

Book a seasonal skin treatment with your esthetician this winter; spa-cations are a wonderful way to pamper yourself if you won't be getting away. Make a commitment this year to taking care of your skin. Winter is a beautiful time to begin!

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Your donation now will help us prepare for what comes next.

your community, your health

Recent Achievements •

Vital equipment like infrared thermometers and a hand-held, easily sanitized ultrasound for the Emergency Room that is custom-designed to help diagnose COVID-19

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Thanks to our donors we were also able to help other important areas in our hospital and healthcare community •

Renovation and support to the Shoreline Medical clinics that will by the end of 2020 result in 10,000 people on the Peninsula gaining a family doctor;

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Replacing desperately needed and essential RENOVATIONS equipment in our operating rooms.

Thanks to your generosity, and at the cost of $685,000, we were able to purchase key pieces of OR equipment: a Phaco laser for our two outstanding ophthalmologists to do cataract surgery, and two Stryker systems (the “brains of the OR”) which are essential equipment to undertake surgery;

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Thanks to a generous donor who made a significant donation in memory of his beloved wife, we began the first major renovation of the Palliative Care Unit since its creation in 2003. While not yet complete (due to COVID-19), 6 of the 10 rooms have been renovated to create brighter, more attractive (and more efficient for staff) spaces.

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Funding for temporary self-isolation housing for clinic staff who may have been exposed to COVID-19

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Critical supplies like an emergency supply of protective masks, plus face shields, isolation carts, spray bottles for sanitizer, and change tents for healthcare workers

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Staff time to organize virtual and window visits for the hospital’s isolated patients, plus the needed materials to make these happen like computer tablets, phones, outdoor awnings and platforms.

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Items to help our frontline heroes like “Cinch” bags for their scrubs, water bottles, and treats

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Fold-up beds for Mount Newton Seniors Centre

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We don’t always know what’s coming next, but preparation is the key to success.

Many of us have known for a long time just how important it is to have the Saanich Peninsula Hospital close at hand. Recently, it’s taken on an even greater role in our community. COVID-19 has been scary for us all, but isn’t it comforting to know that our hospital is there for us? Doctors and staff have gone above and beyond to care for us, and we’re so proud of the innovation and creativity they have displayed.

But moving forward, we need your help. We want to complete important projects at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital, to ensure that we are ready for whatever comes next. With your support of equipment purchases, you can help Operating Room staff and doctors catch up with the backlog of surgeries AND you can help everyone prepare for the next wave of COVID-19 and flu season (which may come all at once) by supporting smaller renovation projects to create overflow space.

Again and again, we have witnessed firsthand what can be accomplished when community members, like you, put their hearts and soul into bringing about much needed change.

What we need: •

New equipment to support opening the 3rd Operating Room

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Additional sterilizing equipment to support the increase in instrument cleaning

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Renovations to create overflow space for patients to ensure social distancing and safety during flu season and potential second wave of pandemic

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Replacement of key Operating Room equipment to support catch-up of orthopaedic, gynaecological, and dental surgeries

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New equipment to support surgeries new to SPH, such as medically necessary plastic surgeries.

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Donor support made all the difference this year.

Our year began with a campaign to improve the Longterm Care at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital.

Your generosity supported the purchase of beds, bedside tables, and other equipment for Long-term Care as well as important therapies like music, horticulture and art. And your kind gifts are helping to continue with updates to the dining BEDSIDE TABLES room and final touches on the Memory Garden for all residents and staff to enjoy.

You helped create a peaceful place for patients and their families to enjoy their time together.

Part way into the campaign we MEMORY GARDEN were faced with the realities of the COVID-19 pandemic.

We asked ourselves “what do we do next?” Staff pivoted quickly and developed an Emergency Response Fund and appeal. Your generous financial support of the Emergency Response Fund helped our healthcare workers, as well as residents and patients when they needed it most. As a result, the Foundation was able to respond quickly to needs as they arose – at SPH, at Shoreline Medical and at the Mount Newton Centre equipment loan cupboard.

Watch our campaign video at sphf.ca/get-ready

Your donation will support the Saanich Peninsula Hospital to be ready for whatever comes next Introducing: this year’s Honorary Campaign Chairs Dear Neighbour, We are so fortunate to call the Saanich Peninsula our home, with such beauty, truly special places, and wonderful people. One of those very special places is our own Saanich Peninsula Hospital.

It’s staffed by local doctors, compassionate nurses and other caregivers, along with dedicated housekeeping and food services staff, all of whom work to deliver outstanding care. In this community we are very fortunate to have your

support of a healthcare foundation that works to ensure that we have responsive healthcare. So, when the pandemic completely changed our world, we continued to have access to good basic care. But many things had to postponed: surgeries and vital diagnostic tests among them.

I’m sure you or someone you care about has had their surgery or tests put on hold because of COVID-19.

Now we have an opportunity to help

these people. You can also help Saanich Peninsula Hospital prepare for what comes next.

This year, more than ever, your gift can have an enormous impact.

Please join us in supporting the Saanich Peninsula Hospital to get ready for what comes next.

Kind Regards,

DON AND RUTH JAMES North Saanich Residents

A Message from our Board Chair, Shelley Mann 2020 has been an extraordinary year. We have been extremely proud of the way that the Saanich Peninsula Hospital has adapted and responded to the challenges presented by COVID-19. We are still looking around the world and asking, “What will happen next? Will there be a second wave of COVID-19? How will we handle it?”

To be prepared to answer these questions, we really need your help with important changes and updates to the hospital. During the coming year, we need to get better, stronger, and faster!

We’re dedicating the next year to raising $1.5 million to meet these goals.

When you invest in the Foundation, you will be helping staff address two key areas: catch-up and preparation.

With your help, staff can ensure the two existing operating rooms have all the needed

equipment. In addition, you will be supporting the opening of our third operating room to assist in taking care of the surgical backlog.

Your support will also help the hospital get ready to manage a second wave of COVID-19, the flu season, or any other emergency. “Hallway medicine” (patients in beds in hallways) cannot happen if we are to prevent a resurgence of COVID-19. It is urgent that an overflow area is created to ensure that a surge of patients can be safely accommodated.

It’s up to us – you and me – to ensure that our community hospital continues to function at the highest level of excellence.

With best wishes for your good health,

SHELLEY MANN, BOARD CHAIR Saanich Peninsula Hospital and Healthcare Foundation

The Importance of SPH’s ORs Introducing Troy Courville, Clinical Co-ordinator of Surgical Services & Endoscopy, Saanich Peninsula Hospital.

Troy oversees and manages the outpatient unit at Saan Pen that impacts patients requiring medical daycare and surgical daycare, he also oversees the sterilization and medical reprocessing departments.

“The Foundation has been amazing in all the support that they have provided for our hospital. In just the few years I’ve been here it’s been incredible for growing programs and support – and I can see the need for more resources and access to more instrumentation for our surgeries and planned programming at Saan Pen Hospital as we grow. There’s a real desire to increase the capacity of our surgical program and our endoscopy program here. The Foundation has put us in an amazing position to allow that to be part of our conversation.

What happens at Saan Pen’s OR?

“We have a local gynecologist, a local general surgeon as well as our local optho-plastics surgeon, and so we do cataract surgery, all types of general surgery, gynecology surgery for cancers and for localised lesions and treatments. Those are the services we offer on the peninsula, but we’ve also opened our Operating Rooms to

pediatric dental as well as our adult dental program for special needs, and we’ve expanded our program to include Rebalance to our orthopedic surgeries as well as plastic surgery Since the beginning of COVID we’ve needed to move into a state where we can offer safe care for patients as well as increase our opportunity

to care for waitlisted patients that were backlogged. With some small adjustments we’ve taken our third OR from a storage room to a fully functioning operating room and we are now working 3 days a week and working with plastic surgery to increase the capacity for patients. Our plan and our hope is to operate 5 days a week, all 3 ORs!”

“Since the beginning of COVID we’ve needed to move into a state where we can offer safe care for patients as well as increase our opportunity to care for waitlisted patients that were backlogged.”

Troy Courville

How will donations to this year’s campaign help?

“Donations this year are going towards efficiencies in the OR so we can effectively tackle the waitlist that is preventing patients getting into surgeries.

A lot of the surgeries that have been done in smaller centres require a hospital based surgical centre because of the age and potential comorbidities of the patients. We have certain surgeons in Victoria that use microscopes to be able to do nerve repairs and micro-carpal tunnel repair surgeries; Saan Pen has not had this function for the past number of years, recently the need has increased for us

to provide microscopic care for these patients so they can return to work and function much quicker and access to a microscope will make that happen.

The third OR is also going to assist with our cataract waitlist: as people wait for surgery their quality of life deteriorates as their vision deteriorates, our ability to open up a third OR and increase the volume of cataract surgeries at Saan Pen is significant for our Peninsula patients. We’ve also added procedures that allow patients to have their vision returned much quicker – we’ve not had the capacity to do so in the past.

The availability of the best equipment and best practice is what is drawing surgeons to want to work at Saan Pen.”

“I just love this place - my grandmother’s bench is in front of the hospital, I grew up in the community, it’s an essential place for the whole community!”

Troy Courville

Highlights from the 2019-20 financial statements

‘Get ready’ 2020 Fundraising Campaign

RE V E NU E

Enclosed is my tax deductible gift of:

Investment, rental income and other............($285,763)

o $1000 o $500 o $100 o $50 o $25 o Other Amount: $ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . o cheque enclosed or o Visa o Mastercard

Total revenue..................................................... $2,214,502

Card No.: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donations............................................................ $2,421,875 Events........................................................................ $78,390

Expiry Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Signature: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Total grants to SPH........................................... $2,299,491 Total grants to Shoreline Medical Society.....$1,216,147 Total overhead expenses.................................... $867,219 Expenses as a % of revenue....................................... 39%

o I would like to make a monthly donation of $ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . by: o credit card o void cheque enclosed Name: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Total funds invested at year-end.............$12,719,066 This summary is not meant to replace our audited financial statements, which are available on our website, www.sphf.ca

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Postal Code: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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During the 2019-20 fiscal year, funds were spent on: Education $65,222

Garden Fund $380,340

Music Therapy $30,927

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Palliative Care $210,437

Doctor of the Day $85,165

Acute Care $24,718 Community healthcare $72,056 Other Total $109,922

Physician lounge $52,122 Day surgery $29,165

Capital Equipment Total $1,269,711

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Shoreline Medical Society $1,169,869

I would like to receive occasional email updates and information from the Saanich Peninsula Hospital & Healthcare Foundation.

PLEASE DIRECT MY GIFT TO:

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BN 11913 0540 RR0001 Acute Care . . . . . . . . . $45,303 ECU renovation. . . . . $505,678 Emergency Room . . . . $33,375 Operating Room . . . . $685,355

Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . $16,859 Chapel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,794 Chaplain Support . . . . . . $15,000 Emergency room . . . . . . . . . . $131 Equipment (small) . . . . . . . . . . $50 Misc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $66,866 Totem project . . . . . . . . . $16,000 Volunteer services . . . . . . $3,206

TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,515,638

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What does preparation look like at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital?

Excerpt from an interview with Jodi Janzen, Island Health Area Director for Saanich Peninsula & the Gulf Islands “We’re in the middle of a pandemic currently and we don’t know what’s coming.

We have ideas, thoughts and opinions, but we need to be ready for a surge in the hospital and different resource requirements. When I think about us getting ready in the hospital, we need to be ready for anything – a disaster for example. But what we really want to be ready for is to take care of our community. Our main goal is to make sure our community members feel well looked after and we’re able to meet their needs.

In regard to pandemic planning, flow has been a big change in the hospital, both for patients and staff, as well as community members coming in. Of course we’re down to essential visiting only. There have been many flow changes in the hospital: we’ve moved our surgical daycare, changed the flow in the emergency department, opened up new areas for high risk vs low risk patients. We have rooms blocked in the in-patient area so we can keep potential covid patients separate.

We’ve even had to change where staff take their breaks.

“...what we really want to be ready for is to take care of our community. Our main goal is to make sure our community members feel well looked after and we’re able to meet their needs.”

Jodi Janzen

The funds that the campaign will raise will help us with our equipment needs.

When we start separating into different areas it creates additional equipment needs. It’s imperative that we get this equipment in order for us to be able to take care of patients in all areas of the hospital.

I worry a little bit about the impact on the hospital should a second surge come. Hope is not a strategy but I think we do feel hopeful that we’ll maintain our low numbers and we are prepared and have plans in place to look after our community members.”

Are you looking for another way to support local healthcare?

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Did you know you can donate AIR MILES to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital & Healthcare Foundation? If you call (250) 652-7531 or email (chryseis. green@sphf.ca) to request one of our AIR MILES cards, you can use it at any of the retailers who give AIR MILES, when you make purchases. All points earned support our fundraising efforts.

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Island Return-It has provided us with a charitable account, so when you drop off returnables, you can just say you want the refund to go to SPHHF.

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AND new this year we now have a Peninsula Co-op account. When filling up at a Co-op Gas Station or buying groceries at a Co-op store you can use our account number: 130700 and we’ll benefit from an annual rebate payment.

SEASIDE talks with Merle Kroeker, of Pacific Ridge Landscapes, about what's

In your shaving kit?

BullDog Shave Gel. When you want to smell irresistible? D&G The One (after one showers of course). In your closet?

A collection of dress shirts. Adding colour to your outfit? I always start with colour!

PRL pink is my favourite. When it comes to your go-to "uniform?" Heritage jeans with my Boss pink dress shirt.

in FASHION …

On your playlist? Vintage vinyl: Johnny Cash, U2, Sammy Davis Jr, Supertramp, Dire Straits … I could go on and on. In the kitchen?

French rosé, crystal higball glasses. On your luxury wish list? A Carbon Cub aircraft on floats. In home décor? Cognac leather chairs. On your Netflix queue? The IT Crowd. On your walls? Commissioned artwork by a former client: @iansheldonart On your bedside table?

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by Michael Collins.

On your skin? Weleda Skin Food. On your feet? Merino wool socks are best! When you want to throw fashion out the window and be all about comfort? Socks with flip flops ... just kidding; no excuses for that look. I did actually try this recently for fun. As expected, it was a hard no. In your bathroom cabinet? Native deodorant. When you don't care how much it costs?

RMT Massage but don't tell my massage therapist Charlotte! @nurtureandgracemassage.

When you want a night out? Watching the sunset on the beach; no two are alike.

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The Dancing Orchid & Papyrus Cards & Gifts are Merging!

Papyrus Cards and Gifts and The Dancing Orchid Gift Shoppe are merging into one store!

We will continue to operate as The Dancing Orchid Gift Shoppe and will relocate to the current location of Papyrus Cards and Gifts. The last day of business for Papyrus Cards and Gifts will be November 30, 2020. We will be keeping some of the best products from both stores, that you have come to know and love.

Thank you for your patience during our time of transition and for your ongoing support to shop local. We are so proud to be a part of the Sidney business community and are confident that we will bring you the best of the best in a new refreshed space with our continued commitment to outstanding customer care.

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Late Bloomers: Senior Entrepreneurs

by Doreen Marion Gee

At age 65, Harlan (Colonel)

Sanders used his first social security cheque to found his famous franchise, Kentucky Fried Chicken. His body was aging but not his zest for life – or success. Seniors today can take it one step further than the fried chicken king. Due to warp-speed advances in medicine and technology, many people are living longer and healthier than ever and staying active and functional into their 70s, 80s and 90s. The post-retirement years can be the opportune time to "live the dream" and put lifelong passions into action. Entrepreneurship offers a new life and a new beginning. And, according to some local experts, these late bloomers have a few aces up their sleeves in the business world of 2020.

When academics from various American post-secondary institutions examined the success rates of new business owners, they concluded that "their chance of success didn't decrease with age. It increased" (Wired, 2019). According to Forbes Magazine in 2018, "The highest success rates in entrepreneurship come from founders in middle age and beyond."

This does not surprise Mike Smyth, the local owner of a B.C. advisory company, WDS Capital & Associates Inc. With over 30 years' experience in senior management and board roles, the affable entrepreneur advises and helps business owners to be successful. To Mike, older entrepreneurs have many of those core skills and characteristics necessary to excel in business. Seniors bring a lifetime of experience and wisdom to any business, with long-time skills in their particular field plus good old fashioned know-how and determination in problem solving and dealing with people. Also, they bring valuable connections from years of working for someone else.

In addition, Mike sees the enormous benefits to seniors of entrepreneurship. "Having their own business is a way for them to share their 'mental wealth,' helping them to feel more engaged in the world.

They are often following their passions for the first time in their lives."

"The startup mentality is not bound by age" says yahoo! small business. A sense of adventure is not reserved for the young. On a local level, Sidney's Cheryl Holmes Young had a booming business for four years. Her beloved Norma Jean's Closet on Beacon offered luxurious but affordable women's apparel. Even in her seventh decade, Cheryl's gregarious energetic spirit brought in crowds.

For her, the perks were irresistible: Cheryl's business kept her active and involved in the community. "It kept me young," she says. And the extra money raised her quality of life. Cheryl's secret to business success was a lifetime of finetuned customer service skills. When people are treated well, they come back for more.

The role of the entrepreneur is the perfect fit for Patricia Haakonson: "I started my business as a 56-year-old retired executive and best-selling author. I am now 70 years young and loving every minute of every day." She is a very successful independent consultant with Arbonne International, a health and wellness company that offers nutritional, sports and baby care products, along with a line of skin and hair care, and cosmetics. A major perk of going into business at this stage of her life is "being able to set my own schedule regarding what days and what hours I work … and what days I choose not to work!"

Resilience and the ability to bounce back in business can only come from surviving a lot of bumps on the road. "I think that as we mature, we have the gift of experience and the knowledge that a wrong turn or a mistake is not the end of the world. We know that we can revisit, revise or redo anything" reflects Patricia.

A note to all the late bloomers: the post-retirement years can be a time of metamorphosis, a final chance to do what makes your heart skip a beat. Remember the words of George Eliot: "It is never too late to be what you might have been."

Want to get in touch with Mike, Cheryl or Patricia?

Email news@seasidemagazine.ca.

Photos of Mike and Patricia submitted by respective parties; photo of Cheryl by Nuttycake Photography.

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Got the winter blues? You're not alone. It's estimated that around 40 million North Americans suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a mood disorder in which people who have normal mental health throughout most of the year experience depression in the winter months when the days are shorter, darker, and rainier. Symptoms can include fatigue, oversleeping, overeating, carbohydrate cravings, mild depression, irritation and loss of pleasure and interest in life.

The good news is that there are many simple and effective ways to ease symptoms of SAD. I've compiled my top five recommendations on how to boost your mood and return to feeling like yourself again: Light Therapy. Light therapy is one of the easiest, non-invasive, and natural ways to treat SAD. Special light boxes that provide 10,000 lux are used to simulate sunlight exposure. The daily goal is 30 to 60 minutes of direct facial exposure in the morning, as this has the added bonus of resetting the circadian rhythm and stopping daytime melatonin (what makes you drowsy) secretion.

Get Moving. Access your body's natural medicine cabinet with physical activity. Exercise increases the body's production of endorphins, your "feel-good" hormones. To keep motivated, try finding an exercise buddy to hold you accountable, and make it fun!

Feel-Good Supplements. I recommend incorporating a few supplements to ensure that your body is getting the necessary vitamins and minerals to function optimally and combat the winter blues.

• Vitamin D – Research supports a connection between low

vitamin D levels and SAD. Due to a lack of sun exposure in winter months, many Canadians are low in Vitamin D. • 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) – When taken orally, 5-HTP may help to increase serotonin (the "happy hormone") levels in the brain to alleviate many SAD symptoms.

• B vitamins – Effective in helping maintain adequate serotonin levels, I recommend finding a B-complex supplement that contains all the essential B vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B6, B12, folic acid, and pantothenic acid (B5).

Watch That Sweet Tooth. Bingeing on carbohydrates can aggravate feelings of depression by altering blood sugar levels. Try eating smaller and more frequent meals to regulate blood sugar, and incorporate healthy protein sources such as organic free-range meats, nuts, seeds and legumes. Rather than eating simple carbohydrates like white flours and refined sugars, choose complex carbohydrates such as fruits, whole grains and vegetables as they contain more fibre and digest slower.

Make Time For Yourself. Often we are the last person on our priority list; however, it's crucial to take time for ourselves when looking after our mental health. Make it a goal to take a few minutes for yourself every day, whether that's starting your morning with reading a book in bed, taking a walk on your lunch break, talking to a friend that makes you laugh, or exercising your creativity with an artistic hobby you love.

Making your relationship with yourself more important will impact your overall sense of well-being, reduce stress, and improve your mood.

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IMPROMPTU

photo by Janis Jean Photography

On a beautiful fall day I had the honour of spending a few hours in Centennial Park, talking with the extraordinarily inspiring Lillian Underwood.

It was one of those life-changing interviews that truly made me want to do better. Lillian is Southern Tutchone from the Kluane First Nation in the Yukon Territory, a facilitator/speaker of the KAIROS Blanket Exercise (KBE), a certified executive coach, and a motivational speaker. Her remarkable story moved me to tears – she endured so much pain, but through it she discovered grace, forgiveness and love. It really is so simple – learn, love, listen and invest in authentic relationships with our Indigenous community. Because in the words of Maya Angelou: "when we know better, we do better."

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Your

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We have what you need to decorate both indoors and out: wreaths, swags, live potted Christmas trees, planters for indoors and out, decorations and gift ideas for the whole family. Tues. through Sat. 10-5; Sun. 10-4.

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No need to worry, no need to be sad Keekeeklean to the rescue, nothing's too bad: Office, residential or moving-out cleans We do it all, we have the means Eco-friendly products make everything shine No need to worry, all will be fine Hiring local, we cover it all Dr. Bonnie approved – just give us a call!

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Saanich Peninsula Shops & Services Brown's The Florist Brown's The Florist is your local choice for flowers and floral gifts. We are locally owned and passionate about the environment so we make a point of supporting our local growers and economy.

We are open seven days a week and deliver from Sidney to Sooke and some of the Gulf Islands.

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Ecotopia Naturals Lisa and Martin Pedersen are proud owners of Ecotopia Naturals in Sidney B.C. When we bought the business in early 2019, we wanted to build on the model that had been established over the previous eight years. Ecotopia carries B.C. and Canadian designed and produced clothing, accessories, jewelry and personal care products.

Natural fabrics including bamboo, hemp, linen, organic cotton and others are made into fashionable and wonderfully comfortable clothing. These fabrics have a lower environmental impact in production plus they are exceptionally durable and will outlive other alternatives. You may be surprised as to the affordability these eco-fashions.

We have been overwhelmed by the community response this year. After all the uncertainty of this past spring we saw so much support in the summer which has continued into the fall. By following Covid-19 policies in store, adding an online store and doing local deliveries, we have provided many options for customers to shop at Ecotopia safely and comfortably.

The support from the community has allowed us to stock the store like never before for a fall/ winter season. Even though we are still in a time of uncertainty, we are optimistic and excited of what the future may bring for local eco-fashions.

Tasting Bubbles! Bring your bubble of six to our outdoor heated tents for a Tasting Bubble Experience in North Saanich! Fir Forest Tour, 7-course private tasting menu and private shopping in The Snowdon House Studio. $35 + gst per person. Full details at right.

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muffet & louisa We have made a larger, safer space for you, opening a second store in the Courtyard, shared with Hansell & Halkett Vintage Furniture, unit 105 at 2360 Beacon Avenue.

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You are investing in your community by supporting its unique businesses. Appreciate what makes our neighbourhoods different. Our one-of-akind businesses are an inherent part of the distinctive character of our Saanich Peninsula neighbourhoods; that is what brought us here and will keep us here. Stay local and stay connected to the merchants in your community.

By supporting independent businesses today, you are investing in a unique and sustainable future for the Saanich Peninsula community.

Sidney by the Sea Dental Hygiene Clinic Inc. A focus on dental hygiene in a relaxed environment. We look forward to welcoming back our existing patients and meeting new patients as soon as we are open!

Paulette Reid, RDH, BBA, MSc 250.655.4884 #102 - 2423 Beacon Ave, Sidney www.SidneyDentalHygiene.com

Snowdon House Tasting Bubbles Starting November 7th 14TH ANNIVERSARY SALE – DONATE & SAVE BIG! Help make this our biggest fundraiser ever.

October 13 to November 28: help us fundraise for two great charities and enjoy the savings. See in store for full details.

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WINE KITZ Fall is upon us and Winter is fast approaching. Now is the time to check your cellar so you don't get caught short in the long days ahead. Please check out our website to view the upcoming Global Passport Limited Release wines … available by pre-order only.

Visit us today.

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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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Escape to another world for two hours of learning, tasting and connecting. Bring your Bubble of six friends, family or colleagues to our outdoor tasting tent. Enjoy a tour of the Fir Forest and 7-course Private Tasting Menu, followed by private shopping in The Snowdon House studio.

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Sparkling Douglas Fir Essence Salmon Lox – Woodland Caviar and Douglas Fir Chèvre Hot Brie with Fir & Fire A flight of our Fruit Infused vinegar paired with our Jellies: Lavender, Douglas Fir, Rose Nasturtium Pulled Pork Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Yam & Curry Strawberry Fir Profiteroles Reservations and payment must be made in advance*. Please call 250-658-3419 or email info@snowdonhouse.ca. $35 + gst per person; payment via etransfer or credit card.

Starting Saturday November 7th, then Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m.

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

Warming Up to Soups and Stews

by Joan Saunders

Kale became the thing a few years ago, but I didn't jump on that green bandwagon. I think it was because, at the time, I had a few meals where I had to archaeologically extract the main course from a mountain of kale. People could be a bit overzealous when it came to this bounteous brassica.

And I attempted cooking kale, I really did, but never truly succeeded. Recently, however, a friend introduced me to a fabulous chickpea stew recipe as I'd been trying to incorporate more meatless meals into my repertoire. It's not easy when you have a son who counts bacon as either a condiment or, potentially, a vegetable. But I've soldiered on.

I've always loved soups and stews as they're often easy to make, are packed with layers of flavour and ingredients can be added or subtracted as tastes dictate. In my cookbooks I write in the date we first try a recipe and any comments like, "All liked it; chop onions smaller" or "cook 10 minutes more." It really helps when you go back and are looking for meal ideas as you don't even have to try to remember the changes you wanted to make.

Spiced Chickpea Stew with Coconut and Turmeric turned me into a kale convert, and it was a hit with the family. It's a bit hot, as the title suggests, but you can lessen the amount of red pepper flakes added. I always serve it with yogurt as it brings down the spice of the stew and creates a creamier base. You can then throw some toasted pita bread on the table and feel good about another meatless meal.

Growing up, one of the most comforting meals my mom made was tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches. It's always perfect on a rainy day. I recently tried out a new recipe from Smitten Kitchen that's full of tomato goodness and has a crusty, melty, cheesy crouton top. One 50 SEASIDEMAGAZINE.CA | NOVEMBER 2020

essential step in the process is to roast the tomatoes in the oven at a high temperature before incorporating them into the soup. Yes, you could skip this, but it creates more complex flavours. Besides, you roast the garlic at the same time so it's definitely worth the effort.

Soups and stews are an essential option for our blustery November days. And while I'm still not fully on the kale bandwagon, at least nowadays you'll find me trotting along behind it, taking a closer look at what potentially might be a recipe I'll go back to again and again, even if it doesn't include bacon.

Spiced Chickpea Stew with Coconut and Turmeric

By Alison Roman, NYT Cooking https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1019772-spiced-chickpeastew-with-coconut-and-turmeric (look online for videos and more recipes by Alison) ¼ cup olive oil 4 chopped garlic cloves 1 large onion, chopped 1 (2-inch) piece ginger, finely chopped kosher salt, black pepper 1½ tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp red pepper flakes 2 (15oz) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 (15oz) cans full fat coconut milk 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock 1 bunch Swiss chard, kale or collard greens, stems removed, torn into bite-sized pieces For serving: 1 cup mint leaves yogurt toasted pita or flatbread

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Step 1: Heat ¼ cup oil in large pot over medium. Add garlic, onion, ginger. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally until onion is translucent and browns a little at the edges, 3-5 minutes.

Step 2: Add 1½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp red pepper flakes, chickpeas, season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, so chickpeas sizzle and fry a bit in the spices and oil, until they've started to break down and get a little browned and crisp, 8-10 minutes.

Remove a cup of chickpeas for garnish.

Step 3: Using a wooden spoon or spatula, further crush the remaining chickpeas slightly to release their starchy insides. This will thicken the stew. Add coconut milk and stock and season with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Bring to a simmer, scraping up bits on the bottom of the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until stew thickens, 30-35 minutes.

Taste chickpeas to make sure they have simmered long enough to be delicious. Keep simmering until you reach the desired consistency.

Step 5: Add greens and stir. Cook until wilted, 3-7 minutes. Swiss chard will wilt faster than kale or collard greens. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 6: Divide into serving bowls, top with mint, reserved chickpeas, drizzle of olive oil. Serve with yogurt and pita. photos by Joan Saunders NOVEMBER 2020 | SEASIDEMAGAZINE.CA 51

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W H AT ' S T H E W O R D ?

Sayings With Style

by Jo Barnes

In this month's word column we turn

our attention to phrases from the fashion world. Today, we interview someone with style who has extensive knowledge from Valentino to Versace. Please welcome Veronica Vogue!

V: It's delightful to be here, thank you.

So, Ms. Vogue, you're one busy lady these days. I understand you'll be emceeing an important fashion show?

V: Yes, quite right, "Canoe Cove Couture" is going to be a smashing event featuring a top flight fashion show as well as a variety of workshops in fabrics and accessories. Our models will be dressed exquisitely.

Sounds like they'll be puttin' on the Ritz!

I'm sorry, dahling. What do you mean, "ritz"? They're not wearing crackers for heaven's sake!

Haven't you've heard that phrase before? It traces back to the early 1900s to the great hotel man himself, CĂŠsar Ritz and his Ritz-Carlton in New York City. It was glamourous, a place for the wealthy and sophisticated. The expression has come to mean to dress in a chic or expensive way.

Oh, I see. Well, the guests will certainly be dressed to the nines.

That's an interesting choice of expression. Some say it originates in theatre where seats farthest from the stage cost a penny while the

best seats cost nine pence. Sitting in the expensive seats required you to dress up so you could fit in with the well to do, hence "dressed to the nines." Now, let's get down to brass tacks, Veronica.

Can you give us more details?

I'm sorry, dahling? Tacks?

Oh, getting down to brass tacks comes from late 19th century cloth merchants. When someone was serious about buying cloth, they would want it measured out accurately between brass tacks, set into the shop's counter, one yard apart. I'm just wanting to get down to the facts.

Well, my dear, the show features over 50 outfits, each one a one-ofa-kind original.

I'm sure many are quite valuable. Your people will need to handle them with kid gloves!

Gloves?! Oh heavens, no! Gloves are so last year!

What I meant was these unique items will need to be handled with great care. It's an expression from the 18th century when the finest gloves were made from young goats or "kids." They were fine and smooth and not intended for heavy work but genteel living.

The very best for the very best.

We'll close there. Thank you Veronica and thank you readers for joining us here!

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OFF THE VINE

Sipping Some History in the South Okanagan

by Tania Tomaszewska

I was lucky to spend this late summer and harvest season based in Osoyoos – Canada’s one true desert. Spectacular sweeping vistas and some great drops greet you in the South Okanagan. Long hot sunny days, cool nights, ubiquitous sage, mixed glacial soils and wide open spaces filled with acres of vines and fruit orchards abound.

Your tasting experience there can also take you through aspects of local human history and our interaction with the land. Here are just a few itinerary ideas to explore some human geography during your next journey (actual or virtual) to this northern tip of the Sonoran Desert.

NK' Mip Cellars The first Indigenous-owned and operated winery in North America, NK'Mip Cellars is located on 32,000 acres of ancestral sacred land of the Okanagan (Syilx) People. Perched on the west-facing Osoyoos Lake Bench, it has a pueblo style winery and vibrant estate vines for you to wander.

A partnership between the Osoyoos Indian Band (OIB) and Arterra Wines Canada, NK'Mip (pronounced EN-ka-meep) Cellars produces a broad portfolio from the almost 1500 acres the OIB has under production (including their highly regarded Inkameep vineyards near Oliver which the Band established in 1968). The passionate respect for guardianship of land and legacy is paramount. "The land teaches us the power of patience and the pleasure of sharing." Be sure to check out the detailed information about the Band's history and business when visiting the tasting room.

My recent favourites: Dreamcatcher (an aromatic off-dry white blend); Qwam Qwmt (meaning "achieving excellence") Chardonnay and Pinot Noir (made under the hand of winemaker and OIB member, Jason Hall).

Photo above courtesy Spirit Ridge Resort; photos at left courtesy NK'Mip Cellars.

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The bear, the fish, the root & the berry Right next door at Spirit Ridge Resort is the bear, the fish, the root & the berry: one of my favourite spots in the region for an afternoon sundowner and dinner.

Executive Chef Murray McDonald has designed a menu of modern vineyard cuisine inspired by Indigenous roots and which is executed in a beautiful, relaxed manner. The Syilx People's creation stories of the Four Food Chiefs (Black Bear, Chinook Salmon, Bitterroot and Saskatoon Berry) are central to the approach here and local ingredients are used (including from the Resort property and Chef's own garden).

Their wine list offers a diverse range of quality juice from the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys, so you can journey through various local grapes, styles and local wineries as you dine.

My recent favourites: Hassleback Butternut Squash, Westcoast Diver Scallops, Pacific Halibut with Chestnut Pappardelle Pasta, Auntie Hazel's Dragonfly (a dessert you'll never forget).

Local Mining History Gold and silver prospecting brought a boom of activity to Oliver and Osoyoos from the late 1800s until about 1910. During that era, the Fairview Town Site (now long gone) was touted to be the largest mining settlement north of San Francisco. Today, you can stroll through Oliver's elevated rolling hills to see where this bustling centre once stood. (Look out for the informative history boards marking the trail head on Fairview Road). Or head to nearby Tinhorn Creek Winery (drawing its name from the Tinhorn Quartz Mining Company) to access the Golden Mile Trail and hike to old stamp mill ruins.

There's also swirling drops like Moon Curser Vineyards's Dead of Night, a unique tannat-syrah red blend named to refer to past overnight gold smuggling activities to cross the nearby US border. Or Fairview Cellars' Bucket of Blood, a cabernet franc-syrah blend sharing the same nickname as the old Fairview Town Site Moffat Saloon – which must have been a lively establishment and not for the faint of heart.

Photos above by Tania Tomaszewska; photo at right courtesy Moon Curser Vineyards.

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Weathering the Pandemic: Rodco Draperies & Interiors This is part of a rotating series of articles about some of the Saanich Peninsula's unique shops and services.

It's been a busy time here at Rodco, as we deal with the COVID-19 pandemic and work to ensure the safety of our community. We have been helping VIHA, the Vancouver Island Health Authority, with a number of projects – including urgent care centres that will make it easier to get assistance close to home. There are entire teams of healthcare workers doing an extraordinary job of adapting to these unprecedented times. The caregivers and housekeeping staff in the hospitals are working around the clock, putting in lots of extra time and effort to protect us from COVID. For example, every patient that comes into the ER will have the entire curtain changed before and after their visit. This new protocol puts a lot of strain on everyone involved, but it's a necessary precaution being handled extremely well by our dedicated hospital workers.

Rodco has supplied specialty drapes per COVID guidelines, as well as gowns and masks made of the most efficient medical fabric available. These "level two" gowns and masks can be purchased by the general public, if we have customers who require them. They are made from a special fabric, with waterproofing on both sides – the perfect defense for COVID – as well as a Canadian antimicrobial built into the fabric. We've been using this material for the past decade, in our work with VIHA and other health and safety projects.

We have also been able to continue helping people with their hotel businesses and those who need residential draperies and upholstery.

One of the most interesting projects we've worked on recently was the Gulf Islands BC Ambulance, which is a water ambulance.

Nicknamed "The AquaNurse," this service is essential for those who live on the smaller islands and may need emergency transport to a major medical centre. We provided two drapes to protect both the captain of the vessel and the patient from potential COVID transmission. We created a hookless, washable blackout drape for the front of the boat, so the captain has the necessary darkness to see and pilot the craft, and a plastic curtain to separate the ambulance section.

Made from 20-gauge PVC, the middle curtain opens and closes like a drape and can be heavily cleaned and disinfected, providing safety for the first responders, the patient and the captain of the vessel.

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Rethinking Gifts "It came without ribbons, it came without tags, it came without packages, boxes or bags." The Grinch was puzzled: stealing all of the town's presents had done nothing to squash Whoville's Christmas celebration.

by Tina Kelly Can you imagine the holiday season without packages heaped beneath the tree?

If you haven't already turned the page at the thought of an anti-gift article, let me provide some clarification. What I'm actually suggesting is a rethink on the traditional gifting of goods. Objects that bring joy for a moment, only to go unused, become clutter and land in the garbage bin, wasting resources used in their creation and transport. Maybe we reconsider the types of gifts we give and understand a gift's environmental impact and the value to the receiver – is it useful; is it helpful; is it experiential? A few of

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my personal measures: can you eat it; do you have to dust it or does it include time with people important to me?

A quick Google search on the benefits of gifting experiences yields countless posts on the topic. Benefits repeatedly on the list are: boosts happiness levels more than objects; fosters social interactions and improves relationships due to the emotion evoked when an experience is consumed rather than when received.

I polled my community for their most memorable experiential gifts and responses came quickly – camping, kayaking, paddle boarding, afternoon tea, picnics, brewery and distillery tours, historical walking tour, ghost tour, ecotourism trip, meals out, classes and workshops, and tickets for museums, galleries or cultural centres.

Reflect on your skillset. Do you have an expertise that may benefit others? A longtime family friend gifts me annually with a day of sewing mentorship. I hone a skill, create a project (often with new and upcycled materials) and genuinely enjoy their company.

Are you talented with a sewing machine, a camera, a paintbrush, a saw or other tools? Can you garden or cook? Maybe a little help in any of these areas is what someone would appreciate. Creating your own professional looking coupons or vouchers is easy with www. canva.com, a free web-based design program.

Eat it, don't dust it. Consumables are among the items I appreciate receiving and like to give. Since baking and preserving are not my forte, I welcome a package of homemade snickerdoodles, piccalilli pickles or fruit preserves. Our region is blessed with incredible artisanal food purveyors and there are many local goodies to gift – hot sauces, dried mushrooms, tea blends, honey, beer, cider and cheese.

This year has had us evaluating our values and for many at the top is not a thing you can place on a shelf but experiences and time with friends and family. I gather from those in my community, time spent outside in nature also rose near the top of that list. Maybe this year's gift choices reflect some of what we learned in 2020 and in the process we tread a little lighter on the natural world around us.

Other adjustments to your gift giving that can reduce your environmental impact: • Shop local. Online ordering creates unnecessary waste and recent undercover footage showed returned goods were thrown in a landfill rather than being processed to be resold. Buy from producers and artists who incorporate local or recycled materials into their products.

• Avoid cards, tags, paper and gift bags with plastic packaging, glitter or metallic elements.

• Save large pieces of used wrapping paper to reuse for smaller packages next year.

• Use a personalized fabric bag or sack to refill for individuals you buy for every year.

Happy gifting!

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Instead of just one book, we tackled an author at our October meeting, encouraging members to read any of the works of Lisa See. She's an American writer with Chinese heritage and has published 11 books so far in her career: a memoir, three books in a mystery series, and seven historical fiction novels.

Despite our group having read many different books between us, there are definitely some strong themes that run across See's writing and it was really interesting to hear those threads being pulled out as we went around the group and everyone talked about their experiences.

Something noted repeatedly by our readers was how impressive the depth of research was that brought these stories to life. In each of the novels See takes the reader into the past and into a place that is likely completely foreign to them. The Korean island of Jeju for instance, or rural China in the 1950s. The setting, and the unfolding of the historical context, are vital to her writing. Our readers commented that they had learned a lot through reading See's work, and that in many cases the book became a launch point for further investigation and learning.

A theme, and perhaps similarity, between each of the books our group read was the focus on female relationships. Best friends, mothers and daughters, sisters; the heart of the story were everyday relatable connections that we all have. However, these somewhat ordinary characters were placed against huge historical, and often quite brutal, events. In Dreams of Joy we witness famine, violence and the falling apart of Mao Tse Tung's Great Leap Forward through the eyes of a young Chinese American girl. While the character herself seems a little insubstantial, she works as a stand-in for the real people who lived through those real events.

We discussed The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane, The Island of Sea Women and the mystery novel Dragon Bones. They were all well received by our group, though not necessarily loved. We talked about the way that the language feels a little cold or distant. There wasn't a strong emotional connection to the characters; it was the depth of history that was the draw, and the pull to continue reading. Lisa See has a website that is full of her research findings, and it makes a great companion for anyone wanting to read more of her novels.

Our November meeting will be the last of the year! It takes place on Tuesday, November 12 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. via Zoom and we'll be discussing Mme Proust and the Kosher Kitchen by Kate Taylor. Sign up to our Book Club Newsletter to get the link and stay up-to-date with all our news: https://seasidemagazine.ca/book-club/.

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Coast Dental Care Dr. Mitra Hashemi and her staff operate out of the clinic at 9845 Resthaven Drive in Sidney where they provide family dentistry as well as cosmetic dentistry to keep your smile healthy and beautiful for life.

Something I found interesting and different about Coast Dental Care is the videos on their website. They provide an excellent visual of what you can expect when you visit the dentist. They include everything from specialized procedures such as dental implants and crowns as well as the more common procedures like a pediatric first visit or general checkup. However, nothing compares to being able to ask a professional directly. Here are Dr. Hashemi's responses to a few questions that may be on your mind.

Is tooth pain always a sign of a cavity? If not, what are some of the other causes?

Not necessarily. Toothaches can have multiple sources such as gum disease (periodontal abscess), malocclusion (traumatic bite/ misalignment), teeth fracture and more.

Is teeth whitening important?

This is mainly a cosmetic demand for people. Definitely, teeth whitening is not harmful for teeth as long as it is done properly. We have so many products with different efficiencies and price tags on the market. As expected, dental office supplies are more efficient, although the over-the-counter ones can meet your expectations to a certain level too.

What procedures can strengthen teeth?

There is enough literature behind fluoride products and their effect on strengthening teeth. I strongly believe in fluoride varnish.

There has been very comprehensive research done by 50 dental schools in the U.S. about the effect of different fluoride supplies on teeth. Varnish came up with the highest result. (Fluoride varnish is a resin-based fluoride that is painted directly onto the tooth.)

What options do you offer to correct dental misalignments?

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have some restrictions with the Invisalign system, but in general, they are both predictable and effective procedures.

Why do some people have sensitive teeth and what can they do to combat this?

If for any reason dentin is exposed to oral cavity, we can experience sensitivity. Fluoride products are very effective in managing sensitivity, such as toothpaste, mouth rinse and varnish. Sometimes clenching and grinding can also be the source of sensitivity.

What are gingivitis and gum disease?

Gum disease is a bacterial disease, which damages the foundation around teeth. It can destroy both bone and tissue around teeth. Some of this damage is reversible and some is not.

Unfortunately, gum disease is totally pain free for a very long time and is not felt by patients until it is in late stages. For this reason, it is important to be evaluated by a dental professional, and have gum disease dealt with before it is too late.

When should children start visiting the dentist?

At the age of one.

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ART SCENE

Northbrook Designs:

A Doll By Any Other Name Spells Delightful

by Jo Barnes

With her expressive eyes and warm

smile, she'll steal your heart the moment you see her. Even if she's only 10" tall!

She is "Daisy," one of the many uniquely crafted dolls created by Sidney doll maker, Romona King, of Northbrook Designs. Romona is an artist who works with textiles and has extended her artistic skills into the realm of doll making.

"I view dolls as miniature people. They're so sweet," shares Romona.

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"They take on a personality of their own."

As a child, Romona was always making things and exploring ideas. "I liked to entertain myself as a child," she shares.

Opportunities to engage in sewing and textiles at school had great appeal, and she enthusiastically participated. "I always loved home economics. It was my favourite class," says Romona. "I really liked making clothes and enjoyed something to do using my hands."

Over the years, Romona has painted, knitted, engaged in needlework

like crosstitch, and delved into textile art. After completing high school, she began to take creative online courses and in 2003 started to focus on doll making. Seeing what others were creating sparked a desire to go further in her artistry. "I saw a doll in a magazine and thought to myself "I could do that!" says Romona.

Through online instruction she learned tips and techniques from wellknown and gifted doll makers. From the first cut of the fabric to the final detailing, doll making can be demanding. It all begins with a pattern.

"It takes one week to make dolls from a stock pattern," comments Romona. "For a custom doll, it takes about two to three weeks as I have to draft a new pattern."

Each part of the doll body is stitched and formed around an aluminum wire armature. The process of shaping the wire and stuffing the doll simultaneously requires patience and skill.

"I usually shape the wire, then go into the foot, up the leg, and bring stuffing to centre. For the hands, I use wire or pipe cleaners and then put the whole body together," says Romona, adding: "The hair is last usually so you can shape the doll better with no tangling of costume."

The creative journey brings purpose and personal satisfaction.

"I enjoy the process," she says. "I like the challenge of taking a bought pattern and changing the costuming and design. I like learning and seeing the finished product."

Working with fabric is an art form that can be trying at times and sometimes unforgiving. "You can't keep changing things when working with cloth. You can't fight but only accept what's happening on the cloth," shares Romona. "It's a process of letting go and seeing what happens."

As dolls take shape, each one takes on a unique personality. Often adjustments and new discoveries are made. "It's not always easy to get a certain look on the face of a doll," says Romona. "Maybe one eye is cockeyed, so it's a little more challenging getting the smile right."

She was asked by a young boy one day to make a unique doll for his father who was celebrating a milestone birthday. The father was acting in a Shakespeare play at the time, and the young lad wanted the doll to look like his father's stage character. The client's reaction to the final product was memorable. "It was really touching. The client was so excited," shares Romona. "It made me feel so good. The doll turned out exactly like they wanted it to be."

Fashioning a doll takes effort and time, but for this artist, it is truly something that has enriched her life.

"I have found my own voice. I love to create the best quality of work I can for people," says Romona.

During this pandemic time, like other artists, Romona is working hard to keep the creative juices flowing and reach potential customers.

"I am working on projects and using my time for learning," says Romona. "I keep my ear to the ground for work and reaching out through my mailing list."

Dolls are unique creations. For some people, they help to recall the past.

For some, they are simply decorative. But for others, a doll is a treasure they can love. One look at Daisy might capture your heart too.

Currently Romona's dolls are available for purchase through online sites such as www.mavenfair.ca, www.etsy.com or through www. northbrookdesigns.ca. Clients can also phone 250-656-9495. Custom orders are welcome.

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SEASIDE HOMES

Easy DIY's & Affordable Renos for this Winter!

story by Janice Henshaw

Sometimes we need a break from our usual activities, especially this winter! So how about planning a cool home reno project? As we spend more time in our homes, reinventing our personal space becomes more of a priority. And it can be super fun! The first step is to carefully assess our home – what looks good, what is outdated, what do we like, what do we need, what makes us cringe?

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Good news! There are rebates available to help with upgrades. The Home Renovation Rebate Program and CleanBC Home Efficiency Rebates is a partnership between BC Hydro, FortisBC and CleanBC. They offer rebates to help residential customers make energy efficient upgrades that make our homes more comfortable year-round, save on energy bills and reduce greenhouse gases. A free or funded energy assessment gives us access to energy experts who can investigate how we use energy and identify ways to trim costs. There are rebates available for insulation (up to $5,500), doors and windows (up to $3,000), space heating (up to $2,000) and water heating (up to $1,000). They also have increased COVID-19 rebates if customers register before December 31.These items may not fit into the realm of "sexy" renos, but they sure can save heating dollars.

Paint can make an incredible difference! If the walls look tired, take the time to patch all the little nicks and cracks, sand well, and paint. Painting is mostly about prep: the better the base, the better the finish. According to the major paint companies, warm tranquil colours are "in" for 2020. Their websites display modern colour palettes and most of them have software that allows you to virtually paint your rooms. Kitchens are a wonderful place to start – isn't that our favourite place to hang out in and chat while dinner simmers away? Painting or staining cabinet doors, changing the hardware, adding self-closing hinges, a new sink or faucet are all good doable options. Upgrading a scarred and faded countertop makes a substantial impact in the room, although you might want to contract that job out to the countertop experts.

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Lights Can Be So Beautiful Look at your light fixtures.

Are they a bit dated? Check out lights online – www.Houzz.com is a fabulous site for house design, decorating and remodelling ideas. Lights are not hard to replace, just make sure there is no power going to them when you are working on them! If the light switches have seen better days, replace them along with the wall plug-ins. And finally, if you haven't done so already, replace all bulbs with certified LED energy saving bulbs.

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so be careful to stay within your budget. Multiple overages can turn into a nasty surprise! Is it possible to add a stylish glass door to an existing shower enclosure or invest in a full surround glass shower?

The reflection of glass adds sparkle and makes a small room appear larger. Other ideas include paint, a new floating cabinet with undermount lighting, or a different mirror. Replace a battered sink, install a new faucet or more efficient water-saving toilet. Give the floor a fresh look with tiles or warm it up with user-friendly laminate planks and trim. Now might be a suitable time to explore a deluxe under-floor heating system – wouldn't that feel great in winter! To avoid falls in the bathroom, choose an attractive non-slip bathmat that adds to your new décor.

It's Your Basement – Take Your Dream off the Shelf Attractive shelves and colourful bins will help your family stow things away. Here too, new flooring, lights and paint will make a remarkable difference. Add a comfy sofa with cozy blankets and pillows, deep relaxing chairs for reading and a large TV screen for movies. The space for relaxation is enhanced with warmth – add a wall-mounted electric fireplace or TV console with an electric fireplace and media shelves.

A small snack area with a beverage fridge and a shelf with popcorn maker and tea kettle will also be appreciated.

Other ideas for the lower level include a home gym with a good sound system, a climbing wall, and a weightlifting and stretching area. Is there room for one or more rousing games for after dinner fun: a pool table, table tennis table, foos table or a dartboard? A library or study area? Can you incorporate a designated kid's play area, a colourful feature wall, new blinds, or an infrared sauna? Or if we look outside – how about a hot tub or "She Shed?"

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Pick a Project and Go for It! Create a plan and prepare a budget to see if it fits into your expense capability. If not, see if you can shop for less expensive items to make the reno happen or make the project less comprehensive. If it still doesn't work, then put that reno on hold for now and choose another project that better fits your budget. Please don't take on a project that could endanger you! If you are in a bit of a quandary, hire a professional; they can provide you with expert help and lots of innovative ideas. Buy or rent the necessary tools or even better, borrow them from friends, and away you go.

Don't know how to do it? YouTube "How-To Videos" are simply amazing! Once you get started you may wish to donate your used or no longer needed items to ReStore, Habitat for Humanity, the amazing charity that helps families achieve strength, stability and independence through affordable housing. You can also shop there and get some incredible bargains on building supplies and furniture.

When your project is done, don't forget to take time to admire it!

No one other than yourself will notice tiny imperfections, so forget about them and be proud of your efforts. Once your energy returns, get out that reno list and decide what you will tackle next. The skills from one project will make the next one easier and your winter shorter. Good luck and enjoy the learning and doing!

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Terrific Trees to Fit in Small Spaces The importance of trees in a landscape can't be overstated.

However, with the steady decline in yard

by Matt Hall sizes, we're finding that Red Feather Horticulture many of our clients just don't have the room for most trees. If you have a lack of space but still have your heart set on planting a tree this year, here are some of our favourites that can fit into tight spaces.

Japanese Snowbell (styrax japonicus). At 25 feet tall and wide, these aren't the smallest trees on the list but a snowbell will keep a naturally neat shape without much pruning.

Also, the roots of styrax are unlikely to come up above the surface so they're a great candidate for planting next to a patio or in a lawn.

More importantly, the snowbell is one of the most beautiful trees for our zone, especially in late spring when they're covered in masses of white flowers. A truly stunning addition to a sunny landscape.

Prairifire Crabapple (malus "prairifire"). Many gardeners underestimate the beauty of flowering crabapples. If you've ever seen a prarifire in bloom, you have to wonder why they're not more common. These trees flower so heavily that the entire tree will turn an electric pink in spring. They're a tremendous accent tree for boulevards and other full sun spots and will reliably grow to 20 feet tall and wide.

Venus Dogwood (cornus x "venus"). If your yard lacks the size for a larger dogwood, a venus dogwood is a great alternative. A hybrid between our Pacific dogwood and Korean dogwood, these boast a jaw-dropping display of flowers and superior disease resistance in a much smaller size. These trees will mature to 15 to 20 feet tall and excel in a spot with full to part sun.

Strawberry Tree (arbutus unedo). One of the few broad-leafed evergreens that will fit into in a small garden. A relative of our native madrona, these small trees excel in the hot summers of southern Vancouver Island. Though it can also be grown as a large shrub, pruning off the lower branches will create a tree with glossy green leaves and beautiful fall fruit up to a height of 12 to 15 feet. A terrific choice for year-round interest, and the birds will love the fruit.

Teddy Bear Magnolia (magnolia grandiflora "southern charm").

Another terrific evergreen is this dwarf cultivar of the southern magnolia. Despite a moderate height of only 20 feet, teddy bear sports the characteristic white flowers and dark green/velvety brown leaves of its (enormous) parent. It does lack the open habit of the southern magnolia in favour of a tight, upright form, so plant it as an accent rather than a shade tree.

To see photographs of the plants listed in the article, visit the blog on our website (www.redfeatherhorticulture.com). If you need a hand selecting a tree for your property or if you need some help in your garden in 2021, email info@redfeatherhorticulture.com.

Good gardening!

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You will be impressed from the moment you enter this immaculate 2007, 3BD/4BA, 2,343sf custom built home with soaring 18' ceilings capturing incredible natural light, quality finishing as-new condition, with recent upgrades. SW patio with new Pergola perfect for BBQ's. Meticulously maintained: newer exterior paint, upgraded Heat Pump & new irrigation, landscaping & exterior lighting. MLS 427064.

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2020 Saanichton Community Christmas "Food for Families" The Saanichton Community Christmas Event is on! With so many local events being outright cancelled, the SVA, with the continued support of the local businesses of the Saanichton Village, is pleased to announce this year's Christmas event is a go, with some modifications to ensure a COVID-19 compliant event.

We will make the event safe for families and groups of up to six to participate in and our focus this year is to ensure we raise as much money as possible for the Saanich Peninsula Lions Food Bank. We strongly believe this Christmas will be tough for many local families and we are stepping up to do our part. We hope you will join us in this fun, local event that has run for 16 consecutive years. Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 5

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The SVA Board has created a realistic go-forward plan which will include the following events: Photos with Santa, Carriage Rides with Tally-Ho and The Christmas Tree Trail is still on with the "find the horse stuffy" theme. Families will walk the village (socially distanced) and collect the names of at least five of the horses hidden inside the Christmas trees, or windows of local businesses. Children will have the chance to win one of the many stuffies at the end of the event in our regular contest draw.

Cookie Decorating will not be held at the Pioneer Museum as in past years; however, Cookie Kits will be provided to each child to take home. We plan to have a COVID-friendly station set up within the village and will hand them out as families pass by on the Christmas Tree Trail.

The cost of this year's event will be $25 for a group of up to three people and $50 per group of four to six which covers all the activities. Every dollar raised will go directly to the food bank, and a tax receipt will be issued. We will have the check-in/registration station set up in front of the Central Saanich Fire Museum located beside the Municipal Hall which will allow for appropriate contact tracing as part of our COVID protocols and great parking.

Payment for the event can be made by way of: cash, cheque, debit or credit card at the registration table.

For more information on the event please visit the Saanichton Village website at: www.saanichtonvillage.ca. We'll be updating the details as the event gets closer to include links to the participating businesses and their internal COVID practices for their specific locations.

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First, the coronavirus rocked the financial markets. Yet, despite these events, this recent market volatility may well be attributed more to fear than the forces that usually drive the markets. Ultimately, in the investment arena,

by Kelly Pacheco, CFP Financial Advisor as in all walks of life, Edward Jones facts matter. And right now, if you look beyond the headlines, the facts that matter to investors may be far less gloomy than you might have imagined.

So, here are some things to keep in mind over the next several weeks: This isn't 2008. If you were an investor in 2008, you well remember the market crash that resulted from the bursting of the housing bubble, which had severe ripple effects throughout the economy. The situation is different now. This is primarily a health crisis, not a loss of confidence in the financial system. While it's quite likely that the Canadian economy will take a meaningful hit in the short term, the overall economic fundamentals were in solid shape before the coronavirus came along. Specifically, banks were well-capitalized and the labor market conditions were the best in decades.

We've been here before. From the time the markets bottomed out in early 2009 until just a few weeks ago, Canadian stock prices climbed about 110%. Yet, during that time, we also saw two separate market drops of more than 20%, similar to what we're seeing now.

These market corrections always feel unsettling, but it's important to recognize that they are actually a normal part of the long-term investing process.

So, given these factors, how should you respond to the current situation? Instead of simply selling your stocks in an attempt to cut your losses, review your portfolio to see if it is properly balanced between stocks, bonds and other investments in a way that reflects your goals, time horizon and risk tolerance. Those investors with properly balanced portfolios are not seeing the same level of decline as those whose holdings are almost entirely in stocks. And while diversification can't guarantee profits or protect against all losses, it can help reduce the impact of volatility.

While it's not easy for you to look at your investment statements today, remember that you're investing for goals that may be decades away. By keeping your eyes on this distant horizon, so to speak, you'll be less likely to over-react to the news of the day – and more likely to follow a long-term strategy that can work for you.

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Last year Covid19 stopped the VIJHL and the Panthers in their tracks while they were deep into the South Division Best-of-7 series against the Victoria Cougars. The season and the sports world came to a grinding halt. VIJHL did not commence until early October, a full month later than usual, albeit, with protocols never before seen. BC Health set rules in place which would only allow for Cohorts of two, three and four teams. The South Division has five teams including the Panthers, Saanich Predators, Victoria Cougars, Westshore Wolves and Kerry Park Islanders and so it was necessary to move to a 2-3 format. The Cougars and Panthers played each other ten straight games to open the season and now the five-team Division is required to sit out for two weeks to allow for new Cohorts to be set.

The Panthers will commence with their 2nd Cohort with the Westshore Wolves in mid-November, running through until the Christmas break. The schedule is the most demanding in the entire League but will pay some real dividends down the road as this youthful team laden with 13 rookies become accustomed to hockey at this level.

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LAST WORD from the EDITOR-IN-CHIEF ALLISON SMITH

Months ago, when the pandemic was still in its infancy here in B.C., I wrote that seeing the way the community was pulling together made my heart full. Those first scary days of learning what we were facing will still stand out just as much for the kindness I saw around me as for the fear and isolation, but my heart is no longer full.

The cheers and pot clanging of 7 p.m. have grown silent, the months are dragging on with no end in sight and it's hard to continue to see the upside of what we are going through. I think we're all getting pretty tired of "the new normal," as it's been coined, and looking forward to the "real normal" making an appearance once again.

As with everything else right now, Seaside has had to adapt. Instead of some of the focuses we usually plan our special features around, we have decided instead to keep things broad, with a wide variety of human interest stories that aim to give everyone the "feel good" aspect we all so desperately need right now. One of the focuses that has had to be put aside until next year is our annual November "How To" issue. This is a topic that's near and dear to me as it's all about making things happen for yourself, and exploring your passion, and I've spent the last year and a half doing just that.

I've written about my growing business before, but little did I know that when I shared my story a year ago, the path for my pursuit would take such a detour in 2020. Gone suddenly were the craft fairs that made up a large portion of my sales, and sadly, gone too were some of the boutiques that supported my work.

I'm lucky that my business is just a "side hustle," and being Editor-inChief of Seaside is still very much my main job. However, so many small businesses and entrepreneurs don't have the luxury of a backup income, and seeing them suffer has been difficult. The cry of "Shop Local!" has never been louder, and residents have rallied around their own, propping up the businesses that are the lifeblood of our communities.

For every empty storefront I see, there are many stories of adaptation and growth, and ultimately, survival. And perhaps, in writing this month's column, I've found a way to fill my heart again.

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