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MINIMALISM IN NATURE 

BRYCE BARRY 

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WORDS | NANCY PINCOMBE 

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Look long at Bryce Barry’s eerie, atmospheric photos and you will forget where 

you are. It is dizzying, as if you’ve fallen into the setting, almost able to smell the 

sea and forest, feel the cool air, the damp moss, the ridged sand. To heighten 

this effect, Barry’s work is printed on archival grade paper that she hand-mounts 

on wood cradles, avoiding any gloss or glare, so nothing detracts from the 

impression of stillness and being there. 

Sechelt is Barry’s hometown. Her parents still live there, and it is her favourite 

place to shoot. “I’ve grown up on the Coast and shot there for years,” she says, 

“but still feel like I’ve barely scratched the surface.” 

Barry has seen a lot of the world, representing Canada for over a decade as a 

professional beach volleyball athlete. She journaled and took photos wherever 

she went. These travels opened her eyes to the world, honing her style and 

focus. She drew great inspiration from visiting places like the Mojave Desert, the 

Isle of Skye, and the Pyrenees. Drawn to minimalism, she has an instinct for the 

sorts of hushed, liminal scenes that make the viewer catch her breath. 


“My favourite time to shoot is sunrise, 

everything is quiet and new, and the light 

is pretty fantastic too . . . A big part of 

what I strive to capture is stillness. I use 

minimalism as a guide, less noise, less 

fuss, give the scene more space, and if I’m 

lucky, that room creates some depth too.” 

Barry’s photo-mounting process took a few 

years to hone and involves several steps 

and a lot of patience, but she completely 

achieves her goal: to make the photo seem 

like “something the viewer can walk into.” 

“A BIG PART 0F WHAT 

I STRIVE TO CAPTURE 

IS STILLNESS. I USE 

MINIMALISM AS A 

GUIDE, LESS NOISE, 

LESS FUSS . . .” 

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You can see Barry’s work at Plethora Fine Foods on 

Cowrie Street in Sechelt. She also does several shows 

throughout the year, and she is happy to arrange 

a studio tour. Her photos are collected locally and 

across Canada; some have even made it to the States. 

She enjoys working with businesses that commission 

her to create tranquil, inspiring pieces for their 

workspaces and clients. 

And how has the volleyball helped? Besides the eyeopening 

thrill of travel, Barry says touring exposed 

her to “fantastic architecture, design and culture.” 

And high-level sport of any kind always requires us to 

dig deep inside: “My drive, discipline and patience are 

definitely transferable to my business now.” 

VIEW MORE OF BRYCE BARRY’S PHOTOGRAPHY AT WWW.BRYCEBARRY.COM. 


What do you get when you mix 

aerialists, a zany script, expert 

sound effects, theatre, huge 

trees, awesome costumes, a 

long winding path, and anyone 

young or old or marginalized, especially anyone young 

or old or marginalized who wants to join the team? Oh, 

and give it a good stir so that it comes out different 

every time. You might get something like the Rainforest 

Circus. 

Chad Hershler and Sandy Buck are the brains, brawn, 

and spirit behind the Rainforest Circus and the nonprofit 

Deer Crossing The Art Farm. They’ve lived on 

the Coast since 2007. With a background in writing, 

acting, and theatre, Hershler loves stories, preferably 

live ones. Buck is a costume designer who worked for 

years in film/TV/theatre. They both have a passion for 

inclusivity, and together they are a formidable duo. 

Nature is always an important theme in these “forest 

theatre” productions, but big ideas and big emotions 

are always part of the mix. The 2015 “Cosmos” show, 

with its soundscapes, aerial “dancing,” and zany 

characters, was eerie, beautiful, funny, and memorable. 

Hershler has a knack for writing and acting wonderfully 

sophisticated, nervy soliloquies that juxtapose so 

well with the calm of ancient trees, really bringing the 

intensely human together with enduring Nature. 


And when they say “inclusive,” it’s not just some kind 

of nod to political correctness and artspeak. Reaching 

out, getting feedback, educating, and involving the 

community are woven into every step of their process. 

They hold workshops and camps, set up displays at 

outdoor markets, and take their show on the road, last 

year to Esquimalt, Gabriola Island, and Malcolm Island. 

With their core cast, they team up with arts organizations 

in what they feel are “underserved” communities and 

invite the public. The result is a skeleton show that gets 

fleshed out a little differently in each place. 

How in the world do they pull it off? So many moving 

parts! So many considerations! “Time,” Hershler says, 

“you have to allow a lot of time.” 

SURPRISES, WONDER & DELIGHT 

RAINFOREST 

CIRCUS 

This dynamic approach is so complex that it starts to 

be simple. He explains, “The outcome is important, but 

the process is equally important. You can’t compromise 

one for the other.” 

In this year’s “Submerged,” unexpected underwater 

creatures as an estranged couple have to go “deep” to 

resolve past issues. This sounds like rich territory for 

both Hershler’s insightful writing and Buck’s fantastic 

costumes. 

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Norwest Bay Road Studio in West Sechelt 

houses two internationally established 

painters and is well worth a stop. These 

artists have a warm welcome for visitors. 

It can be said that an artist has really 

reached the top of his/her career when sharing is more 

important than anything else, and maybe that is part of 

the magical feeling at this studio. 

The work of Jennifer Goodwin and Carmelo Sortino 

has found homes all over the world, in private houses, 

galleries, and museums in places like Amsterdam, 

Seattle, Hawaii, New York, and Toronto. While they are 

relatively new to the Sunshine Coast (three years now 

in their home studio-with-a view in West Sechelt), they 

have strong connections in the wider world of art. 

CARMELO SORTINO 

Large, luscious, luminous fruit are Carmelo Sortino’s 

specialty. You won’t quickly forget the experience of 

standing in front of one of his human-proportioned Anjou 

pears, or lemons that seem to want to speak 

These are set upon simple backdrops that have been 

given fine painterly attention. Entirely self-taught, Sortino 

likes to challenge himself by doing studies of the works 

of famous painters. On the walls are vibrant sunflowers 

à la Van Gogh, rocks and icebergs à la Harris, and plates 

painted in the style of Pollack. He has also rendered 

beautiful, tender landscapes of his native Sicily. But the 

glorious fruit are what most delight Sortino’s collectors 

(and a lofty bunch they are, Bill Gates among them). Fruit 


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as subject matter is fitting, since food is another of Sortino’s 

passions. He says he is at a stage in his creative life where 

he wants to share his experience and so gives classes to 

delighted adults and children. These classes often include a 

delicious Italian lunch that he cooks himself! 

IT CAN BE SAID THAT 

AN ARTIST HAS REALLY 

REACHED THE TOP 

OF HIS/HER CAREER 

WHEN SHARING IS 

MORE IMPORTANT THAN 

ANYTHING ELSE . . . 

JENNIFER GOODWIN 

Goodwin’s gorgeous flowers will leave a lasting impression: 

calla lilies and tulips, gerberas and roses, some so lifelike as 

to seem truly 3-D, like sculpture. Some are more whimsical 

and playful. Often she will take a simple subject, a bunch 

of tulips for instance, and paint them from an unexpected 

angle, hanging upside down or from above. The effect is 

both masterful and playful as it invites the viewer to really 

look into the flowers and see the colours glowing from deep 

inside. Goodwin enjoys the quirky freedom of collage as well 

as painting. Around their home you will see some ceramic 

objects that might stop you in your tracks. That’s her work too. 

She was born in Liverpool, England, and has lived abroad. In 

Vancouver she studied at Emily Carr College and approaches 

her everyday subject matter with an evident worldliness and 

sense of appreciation. 

NORWEST BAY STUDIO IS LOCATED AT 6323 NORWEST BAY ROAD, SECHELT. 

VIEW THEIR ONLINE GALLERIES AT WWW.JENNIFERGOODWIN.CA AND 

WWW.CARMELOSORTINO.COM. 


A 

PIECE 

OF 

THAILAND 

WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY | NATALIE FINDLAY 

GINA KUSUMA AT SIAM99: 

WHERE THE SPIRIT OF 

ELEPHANTS SHOWER 

KINDNESS & PROSPERITY 

From the hills of Northern Thailand to the waters of Madeira Park, 

Gina Kusuma Thongbai has brought a taste of her beautiful culture 

to the Sunshine Coast. August 1, 2017, was the official opening of 

Siam99. Now a year in, Gina’s passion for people and clothing, as 

well as her healing touch, have produced a successful business. 

The majority of her products are from her homeland. The bathing suits are 

from Bangkok. The hand-crafted wood pieces she carries are mostly teak from 

Chaing Mai and Lampang, and each has a story to tell through its design. Her 

clothing and accessories come from Northern Thailand, where she has also 

been partnering with a tailor to design unique clothing inspired from gorgeous 

Thai fabrics. Siam99’s yearly fashion show is an event not to be missed as it 

highlights the beautiful products she imports. 

Along with the retail store, Gina practices the art of Thai massage, a tradition 

passed down from her grandparents and mastered at the famous Wat Po 

Temple, where she learned the art from the monks. She is passionate about 

helping and healing people through massage, and it shows in her connection 

to those who come into the store. Siam99 also sells Thai coffee from the Hill 

tribes in Chaing Mai, allowing Gina to promote and give back to her home 

country. She carries locally made jewelry and SUP boards and has a medium 

who offers psychic readings in the store. As they say in Thailand, “khop khun 

ka,” “thank you,” Gina, for sharing your piece of Thailand with us. 

VISIT SIAM99 AT12808 MADEIRA PARK ROAD, MADEIRA PARK OR ONLINE - WWW.SIAM99.CA. 

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Alexander Weimann, harpsichord 

Soile Stratkauskas, flute 

Chloe Meyers, violin 

Beiliang Zhu, cello 

Sunday, October 28, 2018 

Philippe Sly, baritone 

Michael McMahon, piano 

Sunday, November 25, 2018 

Laurence Kayaleh, violin 

Michelle Mares, piano 

Sunday, January 20, 2019 

PIANO FEST 

Zoltán Fejérvári, piano 

Saturday, February 9, 2019 

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Bezhod Abduraimov, piano 

Saturday, March 23, 2019 

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Yevgeny Sudbin, piano 

MORLEY BAKER . JOSEFA FRITZ BARHAM . TODD CLARK 

ELIZABETH EVANS . GRETA GRUNOW GUZEK 

CAROL LAFAVE . KIM LAFAVE 

CINDY RIACH . NADINA TANDY . MARLEEN VERMEULEN 

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Raven’s Cry Theatre, Sechelt, 2:30 pm 

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CAROL LAFAVE 

KIM LAFAVE 

MORLEY BAKER 

NADINA TANDY 

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MARLEEN VERMEULEN 

TODD CLARK 

ELIZABETH EVANS 

CINDY RIACH 

GINNY VAIL 

LIZABETH EVANS JOSEFA FRITZ BARHAM 

IACH NADINA TANDY GINNY 

ORLEY BAKER TODD 

ORLEY BAKER TODD CLARK ELIZABETH EVANS JOSEFA FRITZ BARHAM GRETA GRUNOW GUZE 

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JOSEFA FRITZ BARHAM 

GRETA GRUNOW GUZEK 

This year’s Power of Paint will be even more exciting 

than usual. This group of artists can be relied upon 

to delight the viewer with an array of high-quality 

work ranging from abstraction to impressionism, 

surrealism to folk art, a gathering and a collaboration 

of the best of the best of the Sunshine Coast. This 

annual show is so fabulous because the artists 

really make it an event. This year expect painting 

demonstrations, a guest artist showing 3-D work for 

the first time, and a brand-new, paint-barely-dry work 

from a themed “collaborative wall”(this year’s theme 

is “fish”). Proceeds go toward funding a bursary for 

art students on the Sunshine Coast. All this plus live 

music by Wanda Nowiki and Budge Schachte on Friday 

night. These established and successful artists are 

always evolving in their creative lives and practices. 

THE POWER OF PAINT 

We talked to Morley Baker, an abstract painter, 

about his type of work. “Abstract painting is very 

different from all other art forms,” says Baker. 

“The artist begins with what is inside the mind and 

heart, not what is actually seen when observing 

the world around us. Are there rules? I hope not. 

Personally I strive for balance and energy and will 

paint, repaint, add and subtract until I ‘feel’ the 

piece is done. It is a very personal journey.”And how 

is Baker’s work different this year? “I started a new 

process whereby I take an original painting of mine 

out into the world and capture nature’s reflection 

in the painting using photography and reflective 

surfaces. This process combines both the abstract 

work and the reality of nature while remaining true 

to my abstract roots.” We’re looking forward to this 

much anticipated annual event. See you there! 

GRETA GRUNOW GUZEK CAROL LAFAV 

VAIL MARLEEN VERMEULEN 

CLARK ELIZABETH EV 

K CAROL LAFAVE KIM LAFAVE CINDY RIACH NADINA TANDY GINNY VAIL MARLEEN VERMEULEN 

OL LAFAVE KIM LAFAVE CINDY RIACH NADINA TAND 


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KIDS & PAINT 


ARTWORK | CHILDREN AGES 2 TO 4 ½ YEARS 

Exuberant, colourful, soulful, serene . . . The art created by the children of the mem7iman 

Child Development Centre speaks from the hearts of kids from 8 months to 4½ years. 

Look closely and you’ll see stars and swirls, sea and sky, animals. With the sea so close 

and outdoor time so accessible, we see kids’ imaginations blossom. From the centre’s 

website: “Our facility, complete with atelier (art studio), mini-longhouse, extensive 

vegetable garden, and beautiful outdoor playground, is located walking distance from the Sechelt 

coastline. Our program, which focuses on outdoor exploration and creative expression, strives to 

promote the physical, developmental, emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual well-being of our 

students.” 

Art is an important part of the play-based curriculum, and children are provided with a wide variety 

of art media and materials such as clay, collage materials, pastels, paints, and charcoals on a daily 

basis. This facilitates sensory exploration, self-expression, communication, and the development 

of symbolic thought. It’s never too soon to start really seeing. It’s never too soon to start sharing 

beauty with the world. 

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Eclectic, unique and contemporary art works by two diverse artists. 

We welcome all visitors and browsers by appointment anytime. 

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6323 Norwest Bay Road, Sechelt V0N 3A7 . (604) 747-2285 

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QUILTS ON A WIRE 

Quilts hanging from the trees! There will be a 

large variety of quilts to view during our outdoor quilt show. 

Baby quilts, boys’ quilts, girls’ quilts, lap quilts, bed quilts, 

and art quilts–literally quilts for everyone–will be available 

for purchase. All quilts are locally made by members of the 

Sunshine Coast Quilt Guild. See you all there! 

AUGUST 24, 25, 26 

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THE 

PENDER 

HARBOUR 

CHAMBER 

MUSIC 

FESTIVAL 

WORDS | THERESA KISHKAN 

T 

he third weekend in August marks the 

high point of summer for music lovers. 

This year’s 14th Pender Harbour Chamber 

Music Festival celebrates an intimate and 

warm conversation among musicians, 

among strings and bows and ivory keys, the human 

voice, audience members, and the complex alchemy of 

these things in a particular place: the School of Music in 

Madeira Park in its gracious setting. Think how dappled 

light and the lingering notes of a string quartet provoke 

rich response. Or how there is a moment of silence when 

the music ends while an audience collectively takes a 

breath before applause. As the great cellist Pablo Casals 

observed, “Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic 

things to the heart.” 

The Festival opens August 17 with a free afternoon 

concert, “Til the Stars Fade from Above,” featuring this 

year’s Rising Tide, young and talented musicians playing 

selections from John Dowland’s sweet airs to Stephen 

Sondheim. Sarah Poon will play cello and viola da gamba, 

pianist David Poon will also bring a harpsichord to the 

stage, and two singers—soprano Lucy Smith and baritone 

Jacob Gramit—will join them. That evening, “A Higher 

Revelation” comes in the form of a lyrical Beethoven 

string quartet performed by the celebrated Lafayette 

String Quartet (violinists Ann Elliott-Goldschmid and 

Sharon Stanis, violist Joanna Hood, and cellist Pamela 

Highbaugh Aloni) and a Brahms piano quartet performed 

by violinist David Gillham, violist Yariv Aloni, cellist 

Brian Yoon, and pianist (and Festival Artistic Director) 

Alexander Tselyakov. 

The Festival cohort is complete when clarinetist Jenny 

Jonquil joins them on Saturday, August 18. The afternoon 

concert, “Shall We Dance?” explores a wide range of 

music from Haydn and Poulenc to the gorgeous tangos of 

Astor Piazzolla, with the late addition of Debussy’s “Clair 

de Lune.” Later that evening, the audience will experience 

“Two Views of Sunset,” a stunning program of pieces by 

Bruch, Menotti, and Schubert, concluding with the fiery 

String Quartet No.12 in D flat Major, Opus 16, by Dmitri 

Shostakovich. 

The grand closing will come on Sunday afternoon with 

“Make a Joyful Sound,” compositions by Mozart, Crusell, 

and Ernst von Dohnányi filling the venue overlooking the 

harbour with beautiful and memorable music. 

Alchemy, yes, and the hard work of our volunteers, the 

generosity of our Friends of the Festival and host families; 

their support makes this weekend of music possible. For 

more information, visit www.penderharbourmusic.ca. 

Tickets are available for purchase online or by calling 

604.989.3995. The vibrant festival brochure with 

program details are available in many public locations. 

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Rockwood Centre|Sechelt 

August 16 -19, 2018 

tel: 604.885.9631 

toll free:1.800.565.9631 

www.writersfestival.ca 

Illustration by Carol La Fave 

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WHAT’S HAPPENING 

JUL 

27–29 

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SATURDAY PARADE, FOOD, FUN, FIREWORKS, GAMES 

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RAINFOREST CIRCUS - SUBMERGED 

AERIALISTS IN THE TREES, ORIGINAL MUSIC AND 

SOUNDSCAPE, CLOWN, DANCE, SPOKEN WORD AND 

ART INSTALLATIONS THROUGHOUT– ALL INSPIRED BY 

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28, 29 

TEXADA ARTIST STUDIO TOUR 2018 

VISIT 20 ISLAND ARTISTS IN THEIR 13 STUDIO 

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HISTORICAL BOATS, HERITAGE AND CULTURAL 

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CREEK DAZE 2018 

HIGGELDY PIGGELDY PARADE FOLLOWED BY LOCAL 

MUSIC, VENDORS, FOOD, AND KIDS AREA AT MANDALA 

BY THE PIER. PRESENTED BY THE ROBERTS CREEK 

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION. 

INFO: ROBERTSCREEKCOMMUNITY.COM 

12–20 

BLACKBERRY FESTIVAL 2018 

STREET PARTY, BLACKBERRY HIGH TEA, ARTS ALIVE IN 

THE PARK, MOVIE UNDER THE STARS AND MORE! 

!INFO: 604.483.9454 

16–19 

36 TH FESTIVAL OF THE WRITTEN ARTS 

CANADIAN LITERARY FESTIVAL FEATURING WRITERS 

OF A WIDE RANGE OF GENRES. EVENTS TAKE PLACE 

IN THE 500-SEAT OPEN AIR FESTIVAL PAVILION IN THE 

ROCKWOOD GARDENS, SECHELT. 

INFO: 604.885.9631 | WRITERSFESTIVAL.CA 

17–19 

14 TH ANNUAL PENDER HARBOUR 

CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL 

FOUR CONCERTS OVER THREE DAYS FEATURING 

OUTSTANDING MUSICIANS PLAYING THE BEST OF 

CHAMBER MUSIC IN THE INTIMATE SETTING OF THE 

PENDER HARBOUR SCHOOL OF MUSIC. 

INFO & TICKETS: PENDERHARBOURMUSIC.CA 

17–19 

7 TH ANNUAL POWER OF PAINT 

SHOWCASING THE WORK OF SUNSHINE COAST 

ARTISTS: MORLEY BAKER, JOSEFA FRITZ BARHAM, 

TODD CLARK, ELIZABETH EVANS, GRETA GRUNOW 

GUZEK, CAROL LAFAVE, KIM LAFAVE, CINDY RIACH, 

NADINA TANDY, MARLEEN VERMEULEN, & GUEST 

ARTIST GINNY VAIL. OPENING RECEPTION AUGUST 17, 

5–9PM, SEASIDE CENTRE, SECHELT. 

INFO: FACEBOOK.COM/ELEVENEQUALARTISTS 

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BOTANICAL REFLECTIONS 

A FAN EXHIBIT OF MIXED MEDIA FIBRE ART. 

FIBRE WORKS STUDIO & GALLERY, 12887-12889 

SUNSHINE COAST HIGHWAY, MADEIRA PARK. 

EXHIBIT RUNS UNTIL SEPTEMBER 23. 

INFO: FIBREWORKSGALLERY.COM 

18, 19 

31 ST ANNUAL HACKETT PARK 

SUMMER ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR 

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD CONCESSIONS, 

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES, PRESENTED BY THE 

SUNSHINE COAST ARTS COUNCIL. TRAIL AVENUE 

BETWEEN MEDUSA & DOLPHIN STREETS, SECHELT. 

INFO: SUNSHINECOASTARTSCOUNCIL.COM 

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ALISON TAYLOR - THE PHYSICS OF BEING 

PAULA O’BRIEN & BRUCE EDWARDS - PAINTINGS 

FROM OUR TRAVELS 

EXHIBIT OF ORIGINAL WORK RUNS FROM AUGUST 22 TO 

SEPTEMBER 16. PRESENTED BY THE SUNSHINE COAST 

ARTS COUNCIL. SUNSHINE COAST ARTS CENTRE, DORIS 

CROWSTON GALLERY, 5714 MEDUSA ST., SECHELT. 


DATES AND TIMES MAY HAVE CHANGED AFTER PRESS TIME. PLEASE CONFIRM EVENT DETAILS WITH ORGANIZERS.

24–26 

QUILTS ON A WIRE 

QUILTS FOR EVERYONE ON DISPLAY/SALE DURING 

THIS OUTDOOR QUILT SHOW. ALL LOCALLY MADE BY 

MEMBERS OF THE SUNSHINE COAST QUILT GUILD. 

PRESENTED BY WILDFLOWER QUILTING STUDIO. 

1647 FIELD RD., SECHELT, 10AM–5PM. 

INFO: 778.689.1564 

ROGUE ARTS FESTIVAL 

A 3-DAY OUTDOOR ARTS FESTIVAL OF MUSIC, VISUAL 

& PERFORMANCE ARTS, WORKSHOPS, VENDORS AND 

DEMONSTRATIONS! CLARKE FARMS, 1802 TYSON ROAD, 

WILSON CREEK. INFO: ROGUEFEST.CA 

SEP 

2 

HARVEST FESTIVAL 

SUNSHINE COAST BOTANICAL GARDEN 

5941 MASON RD., SECHELT, 11AM–4PM 

INFO: 604.740.3939 | COASTBOTANICALGARDEN.ORG 

RUBY LAKE RESORT 25 TH ANNIVERSARY 

JOIN US FOR FOOD, MUSIC, FUN & MORE! 

15426 SUNSHINE COAST HIGHWAY, MADEIRA PARK. 

INFO/TICKETS: 604.883.2269 | RUBYLAKERESORT.COM 

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ADI BRAUN 

A SEPTEMBER TRADITION OF JAZZ IN THE HARBOUR 

CONTINUES! PRESENTED BY THE PENDER HARBOUR MUSIC 

SOCIETY, SCHOOL OF MUSIC, MADEIRA PARK, 2PM. 

INFO/TICKETS: PENDERHARBOURMUSIC.CA 

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EUGINA STEPHENSON - PAINTING WITH FIBRE 

JENNIFER GOODWIN - FLORAL DIALOGUES 

PRESENTED BY THE SUNSHINE COAST ARTS COUNCIL. 

SUNSHINE COAST ARTS CENTRE, 5714 MEDUSA ST., 

SECHELT. EXHIBIT RUNS UNTIL OCTOBER 14. 


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MUSIC AT ZIMMERMANN’S COFFEE HOUSE 

ALEXANDER WEIMANN, HARPSICHORD 

SOILE STRATKAUSKAS, FLUTE 

CHLOE MEYERS, VIOLIN 

BEILIANG ZHU, CELLO 

PRESENTED BY THE COAST RECITAL SOCIETY 

RAVEN’S CRY THEATRE, SECHELT, 2:30PM 

INFO: 604.885.0991 | COASTRECITALSOCIETY.CA 

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OUT OF CONTEXT 

MEMBERS OF THE SUNSHINE COAST SURFACE DESIGN 

ASSOCIATION EMBRACE WORDPLAY THROUGH THEIR 

USE OF COLOUR, TEXTURE AND PATTERN. FIBRE 

WORKS STUDIO & GALLERY, 12887-12889 SC HIGHWAY, 

MADEIRA PARK. EXHIBIT RUNS UNTIL OCTOBER 28. 

INFO: FIBREWORKSGALLERY.COM 

OCT 

5–21 

SECHELT ARTS FESTIVAL 2018 

THE SUNSHINE COAST’S LEADING EDGE 

PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS FESTIVAL! 

COAST ARTISTS OF ABORIGINAL 

AND NON-ABORIGINAL HERITAGE IN 

A MULTI-MEDIA CROSS-CULTURAL 

COLLABORATION CREATE EXCITING NEW 

WORKS THAT EMBRACE ALL ART FORMS. 

VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN SECHELT. 

INFO: SECHELTARTSFESTIVAL.COM 

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TED CHAMBERLIN 

AUTHOR TED CHAMBERLIN READS FROM HIS LATEST 

BOOK “THE BANKER AND THE BLACKFOOT” AT THE 

DORIS CROWSTON GALLERY. SUNSHINE COAST ARTS 

CENTRE, 8PM. ADMISSION BY DONATION. 


15, 16 

POWELL RIVER FALL FAIRE 

AN ANNUAL EVENT WHICH CELEBRATES OUR 

AGRICULTURAL HERITAGE. PRESENTED BY THE POWELL 

RIVER FARMERS’ AGRICULTURAL INSTITUTE. 

POWELL RIVER EXHIBITION GROUNDS. 

INFO: FACEBOOK.COM/POWELLRIVERFALLFAIR 

19–21 

SUNSHINE COAST ART CRAWL 

JOIN FRIENDS & TAKE A SCENIC TOUR OF 140+ 

GALLERIES & ARTIST STUDIOS FROM LANGDALE 

TO EARLS COVE. PRESENTED BY THE COAST 

CULTURAL ALLIANCE. 

INFO: SUNSHINECOASTARTCRAWL.COM 

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MATTHEW BYRNE 

“IT’S INCREASINGLY RARE TO FIND MALE TRADITIONAL 

SINGERS WHO ARE NOT JUST GOOD, BUT GREAT! 

MATTHEW IS CERTAINLY IN THE ‘GREAT’ CATEGORY.” 

(BRIAN O’DONOVAN, WBGH BOSTON). PRESENTED BY 

THE PENDER HARBOUR MUSIC SOCIETY, SCHOOL OF 

MUSIC, MADEIRA PARK, 2PM. TICKETS $25. 

INFO/TICKETS: PENDERHARBOURMUSIC.CA 

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A PERFORMANCE OF FRANZ SCHUBERT’S 

GREAT SONG-CYCLE DIE WINTERREISE 

PHILIPPE SLY, BARITONE 

MICHAEL MCMAHON, PIANO 

PRESENTED BY THE COAST RECITAL SOCIETY 

RAVEN’S CRY THEATRE, SECHELT, 2:30PM 

INFO: 604.885.0991 | COASTRECITALSOCIETY.CA 

EVENTS ARE LISTED FREE ON OUR CALENDAR. PLEASE SEND YOUR EVENT DETAILS TO EVENTS@ZOOMSUNSHINECOAST.COM 

GIBSONS 

Gibsons Plaza, Upper Gibsons 

604.886.3487 

WILSON CREEK 

Wilson Creek Plaza, Hwy 101 

604.885.6331 

MADEIRA PARK 

12887 Madeira Park Road 

604.883.9100

THE VIEW 


AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY | LAURENT WIESE 

The aerial photography of Laurent Wiese gives us clear pictures of why we love it here. Rock and forest, 

sea and inlet, lakes, mountains, and more lakes! His company, Sky Drone Aerial Photography, provides 

low-altitude, high-definition aerial imaging of our fantastic Coast. This is a booming business, valuable 

for everything from real estate and building site progress reports, to Search and Rescue, tourism, and 

archeology. The sky seems to be the limit! 

This issue’s photo is near one of the most exciting and beautiful parts of the Coast, right beside Daniel Point, a real 

estate hotspot of gorgeous view homes, with more being built every year. It is very near Irvines Landing, where the 

PODS (Pender Harbour Ocean Discovery Station) development is taking shape, with exciting plans to enhance and 

contribute to nature, community, and culture. Wiese says of the area, “Also be aware that there are a couple more big 

houses today not shown in my aerial picture taken two years ago . . . The market has gone wild.” 

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The shot was taken at an altitude of about 400 ft and looks 

northeast. On the very left is the ocean, Agamemnon Channel 

in this case, with Nelson Island off the page but not much more 

than a stone’s throw to the left. That rocky bluff is shìshàlh 

Band land and the charming cove is the Sakinaw Lake outflow. 

In the background you see a glimpse of Sakinaw Lake and 

beyond that the Caren Range. 

If this photo makes you want get in a kayak and explore, the 

nearest launch place would be Lee Bay (on Lee Road), or over 

at Irvines Landing. 

IN OUR NEXT ISSUE 

INSET IS ANOTHER OF LAURENT WIESE’S AERIAL SHOTS. SEE IF YOU CAN IDENTIFY THE AREA. OUR NEXT ISSUE 

WILL FEATURE THIS PHOTO IN A LARGER FORMAT, AND WE’LL IDENTIFY THE AREAS IN THE PHOTOGRAPH. TO 

LEARN MORE ABOUT LAURENT’S AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES, VISIT SKYDRONE.WEEBLY.COM 


THE EXPLORE 

SUNSHINE 

AND 

COAST UNWIND 

BEACH TIME ON THE 

SUNSHINE COAST IS A 

MUST, AND IT’S A PART 

OF EVERYDAY LIFE FOR 

LOCALS, WHETHER 

FOR THE WHOLE DAY, A 

FEW HOURS OR JUST 

AN AFTER-DINNER 

DOG RUN. 

WORDS | ANGIE ISHAK 

SHARE YOUR SUNSHINE COAST STORIES AND PHOTOS ON SOCIAL MEDIA USING #SUNSHINECOASTBC. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT SUNSHINECOASTCANADA.COM. ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF SUNSHINE 

COAST TOURISM | THIS PAGE FROM TOP: CYCLISTS IN DAVIS BAY BY CHRIS THORN, TUWANEK BEACH BY 

ANNIE WISE; OPPOSITE PAGE FROM TOP: SUNSHINE COAST TRAIL BY ERIC HANSEN, COPELAND ISLAND 

BY JEREMY WILLIAMS, BEACHSIDE BY THE BAY BY CHRIS THORN. 

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Beautifully rugged yet relaxing, the Sunshine 

Coast is an idyllic outdoor paradise with 

a laid-back feel. Calm, driftwood-strewn 

beaches, ocean adventure, and lush, 

rainforest hiking and biking await—right off 

the main highway and beyond. 

First stop, the beach. As soon as you step off the ferry 

at either south or north ends, you can smell the easing 

salt air. Beach time on the Sunshine Coast is a must, 

and it’s a part of everyday life for locals, whether for the 

whole day, a few hours, or just an after-dinner dog run. 

There’s nothing like a beach campfire and sunset to truly 

appreciate the tranquility of the Coast. 

And that’s just a start. Grab a paddle and experience the 

serenity of the Sunshine Coast from off-shore. Launch 

your own kayak, paddleboard, or canoe, or rent one from 

a nearby outfitter. An unhurried day trip allows plenty 

of time to gaze in wonder at mountainous landscapes, 

delight in small-town views, and discover remote, sandy 

beaches and islands along the way. Past Sechelt is lake 

country, inviting paddlers to the picturesque waters 

of Trout, Ruby, and Klein Lakes to name a few. Many of 

these have family-friendly picnic and campsite grounds 

as well. 

Covering over 1570 kilometres, the evergreen rainforests 

of the Sunshine Coast offer a plethora of hiking and biking 

trails. From Cliff Gilker Park’s gentle paths to Mt. Daniel’s 

awe-inspiring views at 440 metres up, hiking takes you 

through sweet-smelling pine groves and beautifullytwisted, 

peeling arbutus. Take a moment to look up at 

the towering verdant canopy above and luxuriate in the 

stillness around you. Mountain bikers test their mettle at 

Sprockids Park—located just off the Highway 101 bypass 

in Gibsons. In Porpoise Bay, the nationally-renowned 

Coast Gravity Park entices bikers of all ages and skill 

levels. 

Options for outdoor adventure do abound, but the 

Sunshine Coast also has an ever-growing culture and 

food scene. From Gibsons to Lund, an enticing collection 

of eateries, watering holes, quaint shops, and local 

galleries contribute to the area’s easygoing West Coast 

vibe. Grab a patio seat at one of the Coast’s city-calibre 

establishments with a local craft brew in hand and coastal 

splendour as your ambience. In summer, festivals and 

community events happen nearly every weekend. The 

annual summer mandala painting in Roberts Creek is like 

a rite of passage and you won’t find a community event 

that’s quite like it. 

Wherever your itinerary takes you, the Sunshine Coast’s 

natural beauty and casual atmosphere will refresh your 

spirits and calm your soul. 

summer 2018 

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BLUE OCEAN 

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. Open 7 days a week 

. Innovative & Fresh 

. Vegan, Gluten-Free Options 

. Best Wine List on the Coast 

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Reservations Recommended 

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with the finest wild mushrooms & game, Ocean Wise TM 

seafood, pasta & fresh organic farm-to-table produce, 

fine wines, cocktails & craft beer. Ruby Lake Resort 

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Reservations: 604.883.2269 | info@rubylakeresort.com | www.rubylakeresort.com 

Your source for local fish & seafood on the Sunshine Coast 

for more than 30 years. Happy to reserve your order, just 

give us a call. Now serving fresh chowder daily. 

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BARTER GIVES 

US WHAT WE 

NEED AND ONLY 

WHAT WE NEED: 

HAND-MADE, 

REAL MATERIALS, 

DESIGNED FOR 

SIMPLICITY, 

DURABILITY AND 

THE OPPOSITE 

OF EXCESS. 

I 

f you spend some time on Barter’s 

website—www.barterdesign.ca—you 

will actually feel yourself relaxing a 

little. That’s because in one thoughtful, 

heartfelt, canny effort, Barter effectively 

addresses our uneasy relationship with stuff. 

In a world where everything, everything—cars, 

appliances, clothing, furniture, toys even our 

homes—starts to seem junky, disposable, and 

designed for obsolescence and the indigestion 

of our landfills, Barter gives us what we need 

and only what we need: handmade, real 

materials designed for simplicity, durability, 

and the opposite of excess. 

Barter was founded by Kenneth Torrance and 

Katie Sweeting. In their words, “Because we 

wanted to create a design company strong in 

community. Kenneth designed a line that was 

based on our BC materials that could tell a 

story in every object of local place and people.” 

Katie and Kenneth moved to the Sunshine 

Coast four years ago from Fort Langley, to build 

a family home in the forest. They are part of 

a strong and transforming wave of younger 

people coming here to raise families and use 

their skills and energy to take their dreams 

beyond idealism. “We moved to the Sunshine 

Coast to be part of a craft-based community 

within nature. We now have many of our 

products manufactured on the Sunshine Coast 

(beeswax candles, clay bowls, wooden stools, 

to name a few). 

BARTER DESIGN 


“KATIE NAMED OUR COMPANY BARTER 

BECAUSE SHE HAD A NOSTALGIC VISION OF 

PEOPLE COMING TOGETHER IN A VILLAGE 

TO TRADE GOODS, VISIT AND SHARE 

HARVESTS AND KNOWLEDGE” 

Kenneth’s goal as a designer is to celebrate 

and showcase the materials behind each 

product. Simplistic, minimalist design, all local 

material. As we grow, we also want to seek out 

collaborations with other craftspeople that 

align with our values.” 

Barter’s products satisfy the treehouse 

furnisher in each of us, using materials we 

could point to and identify right outside our 

doors: real wood, such as red alder and red 

cedar, real clay, real wool, repurposed rope. 

All with the sleek, space-conscious design 

that is perfect for contemporary homes of 

any size. 

They sell their wares online all over North 

America and are excited to be showing at the 

Kube in Gibsons. The name, Barter, is based 

on a dream: “Katie named our company Barter 

because she had a nostalgic vision of people 

coming together in a village to trade goods, 

visit and share harvests and knowledge. It 

was a foundation of communities across the 

globe, and I think it is missing now in our 

society.” But their business is as real and 

down to earth as it gets. 


PHOTOGRAPHY | KENNETH TORRANCE 

CONNECT WITH BARTER DESIGN VIA THEIR WEBSITE 

WWW.BARTERDESIGN.CA OR CALL 604.308.8027. 

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You want gifts you’ll love, 

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We do Wedding Registries. 

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ELIZABETH HAINES (second from right) 

with Pender Harbour Secondary School students 

Tungurahua, Ecuador 

LORAINE & BERNIE 

SYCHANGCO 

Vancouver, Canada 

STANLEY PARK 


BAÑOS DE AGUA SANTA 

LEROY PATTISON 

International Kite Festival, 

Washington, USA 

MONTEZUMA FALLS 

JANE VIRAY, AURORA SEÑA, 

EVELYN & JOVY SEÑA 

California, USA 

LONG BEACH 

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ANGELA LLOYD 

& AUTUMN RUINAT 

Montezuma, Costa Rica 

NAPA VALLEY

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VENE PARNELL 

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Württemberg, Germany 

ESSLINGEN AM NECKAR 

ROSEMARY COATES 

Merton Abbey Mills, England 

LONDON 

DIANE HILL & LARRIE COOK 

Old Tucson, Arizona, USA 

TUCSON 


VALENCIA 

RONALD HYNDS 

Valencia Cathedral, 

Spain 

ADA YEO 

Geelong’s Baywalk Bollards, 

Victoria, Australia 

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Celebrating 25 Years 

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. Conditions of the nervous or 

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. Skin conditions and more . . . 

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Suncoast Body Works 

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Registered Ortho-Bionomy ® Practitioner 

Call or text: 604.741.3233 

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MIGUEL 

by ZOOM 

SOPHIE 

by Frances Halford 

BENSON 

by David Leclair 

This section is dedicated to the memory of Diego 

(2002-2014), ZOOM’s yellow Labrador Retriever. What 

started as a photo album of Diego and his friends has 

become our most popular section, with readers sharing 

photos of their own beloved pets. Our new boy Miguel 

(who’s half Labrador Retriever and half German 

Shorthaired Pointer) has taken over editorial 

duties. Please send your favourite pet photos 

to diego@zoomsunshinecoast.com. 

SAMSON 

by Wanda Jean Ruckle 

JAXX 

by Rikki-Lin 

Dr. Rick Smalley DVM 604-883-2488 24 

hours 

Unit 201 - 12890 Madeira Park Rd, Madeira Park, BC | Fax: 604-883-2489 | mpvh@dccnet.com 


ROXY & RILEY 

by Alison Maxwell 

GRACIE 


ENZO 


AYLA 

by Ruth & Sherri 

PIPER & POPPY 

by Sarah Rayner 

EDDY 

by Sandy Matches 

SAVANNAH 


Your Sunshine Coast Pet Headquarters 

Celebrate the Festival of the Written Arts! 

ENTER ONLINE AT WWW.ALLFORPETS.CA TO WIN: 

2 Full Day Passes to the Festival of the Written Arts, Salmon Dinner 

for 2 at Pebbles Restaurant, Copy of 15 Dogs by Andre Alexis & 

All for Pets Gift Card - package valued at $300! 

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Better Nutrition for Healthy, Happier Pets! | 101-5641 Cowrie Street, Sechelt | 604.885.8843 | www.allforpets.ca 

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All for Pets operates from its superb 

location at the corner of Cowrie Street, 

just one short block from the Sechelt 

promenade where you and your beloved 

(pet) take your regular strolls. Here you 

can find everything imaginable to help you care for your 

pet, as well as expert advice and a friendly greeting. 

Owner Erika McLean wants to help. She knows that, 

as confusing as food do’s and don’ts are for humans, 

the same overwhelming situation applies when it 

comes to providing optimal nutrition for your pet. She 

purchased the business in 2002 and since then, the All 

for Pets team has seen the pet food industry change 

a lot. “Over the past fifteen years,” says McLean, “the 

industry has grown so much that it can be confusing 

and hard to choose what is best for your pet.” The team 

of employees likes to keep current. Many have been 

with All for Pets for years; for some, it was their first high 

school job, while McLean looks forward to welcoming 

others back from maternity leave. 

ALL FOR PETS 

Kids and dogs love to stop by the store. Dogs get 

a treat, and kids get to see some non-standard 

creatures. McLean says, “Yes, we do have fish, quite 

a wide selection of easy-care and interesting species. 

During the summer our koi and goldfish find homes in 

neighbourhood ponds. We often have frogs, hamsters, 

finches, and budgies. Just let us know what animal you 

would like, and we will try our best to get it for you. Over 

the years, many bearded dragons have arrived specially 

for our customers.” 


PHOTOGRAPHY | EDMUND ARCEO 

Sechelt’s many active older folks enjoy their pets. We 

asked if All for Pets has products that are especially 

helpful. “Definitely,” says McLean. “Pets help to keep 

us active and are great companions, but some days 

they need more stimulation. We have toys and treat 

dispensers that will keep both cats and dogs busy. 

Each dog is unique, and we have a product that will 

let everyone know about your dog. ‘Bark Notes’ are 

messages you can put on the collar or leash. Anxious, 

Do Not Feed, Princess, Blind, and Friendly are just a 

few of these. Lights for the leash on those dark days 

and bear bells to let the bears know you are in their 

neighbourhood are something else we can’t do without 

around here.” 

All for Pets takes its role and location in the heart 

of Sechelt seriously. They support many a long list 

of causes, such as school events, Rotary auctions, 

roller derby, SPCA, Gibsons Wildlife Rescue, salmon 

enhancement, the Downtown Business Association, and 

the Legion’s Poppy Fund. As well, they send pet food 

that has been damaged in shipping to the food bank. All 

this, plus they like to be able to greet everyone, people 

and pets, by name. 


the hub 

ReDecor 

Consignment 

Charming, eclectic, nature 

inspired, beachy casual 

decor for the home or cabin. 

Locally made furniture, art & 

craft. Always stylish, always 

affordable. 

Design, decor & de-cluttering 

services available. 

“Where We Live” landscape 

and seascape photography 

by local Diane Nicholson. 

Thanks for supporting our 

downtown community! 

604.885.5884 

5660 Cowrie Street, Sechelt 

Original Carvings & 

Sculpture by Keith Burdon 

Inspired by a life lived on 

Canada’s coastlines. A mix 

of whimsy and realism, 

vibrant colour and the 

natural beauty of wood. 

Open year round by 

appointment or chance. 

redherringstudio.ca 

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info@redherringstudio.ca 

604.741.7496 

Mark Benson captures the 

beauty of BC’s West Coast 

in hundreds of images that 

can be purchased as fine art 

prints, available on a variety of 

different archival media. Prints 

available at Mark’s gallery in 

lower Gibsons, at the Langdale 

Ferry Kiosk (May–September) 

and on his website. 

307–287 Gower Point Rd. 

Gibsons, BC 

604.865.0232 

markbensonphotography.ca 

E MART 

Filipino Store 

Tucked away on a side street in Sechelt, this little store offers a 

selection of Filipino food products: from sauces, snacks & spices to 

frozen cured meats, sausages, fish, and other delicacies. Drop in and 

discover something about Filipino cooking! Owners Jean-Luc and 

Emma offer advice and recipes of their favourite Filipino dishes. I-Remit 

international remittance service also available. 

604.885.5787 

5520 Inlet Avenue, Sechelt 

604.883.1133 | 604.512.9170 

10 Sites on 7 Acres 

Open Year Round 

Full Hook-Ups 

Free WIFI 

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Reservations Recommended 

16451 B Timberline Road, Earls Cove | www.timberlinecamping.ca 

MASSAGE THERAPY 

MEDICAL DISPENSARY 

HOLISTIC & NATURAL 

PRODUCTS 

We are a team of health 

care practitioners providing 

therapeutic massage 

services, natural products 

and a medical dispensary. 

We believe in a wholistic 

and balanced approach to 

well-being. 

Our products and services 

are designed to provide you 

with the resources you need 

to live a healthy, happy and 

pain-free lifestyle. 


Madeira Park, BC 

facebook.com/hmremedy 

www.hmremedy.com 

778.487.2030 

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Authentic Japanese food in the heart of Madeira Park. Dine-in & Take-out. 

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Please visit our website or call for restaurant hours. 

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Pedals & Paddles 

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Offering exceptional 

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the hub 

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Bath Collections 

We carry major brands: 

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Decorate your sanctuary to 

fit your personal taste and 

lifestyle without having to 

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We offer a collection of 

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Laundromat & Alterations 

Full Service ~ Family Owned and Operated 

Attendant always available to help with machines and coins 

Large washer/extractors for duvets, blankets, dog beds, etc. 

Drop and fold service 

Open 7 days a week! 

Monday–Saturday 9 am–6 pm - last load in by 5:30 pm 

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Mullins Barber Shop 

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Thank you to all my valued 

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THROUGH THE EYES OF 

WANDA JEAN 

A GoFundMe Fundraising Campaign to 

support Wanda Jean on her journey. 

Wanda Jean Ruckle has devoted her life’s work to 

raising her family in Kamloops and volunteering in 

the care of the poor, homeless and those in need. 

Following many years as a volunteer, she was 

appointed in 2009 as Coordinator at St. Vincent Du 

Paul Thrift Shop. She helped develop the Women’s 

and Children’s Breakfast program which coincided 

with the Out of the Cold program, in collaboration 

with volunteers from St. Vincent Du Paul and St. 

Paul’s Anglican Cathedral. Living with celiac disease 

has provided her with a wealth of knowledge and the 

importance of nutrition and healthy food choices, 

which she generously shared with many people, 

especially young mothers, through the years. An 

accident two years ago left her with a debilitating 

pain which forced her to leave her part-time paid 

position and greatly reduced her volunteer hours. 

Last fall, she was diagnosed with cancer. Initial tests 

revealed multiple cysts on her liver, and follow-up 

MRI confirmed an isolated tumor and inguinal 

hernia, both previously undetected. 

In June, Wanda Jean moved to Kelowna for 6 

weeks of radiation and chemotherapy treatments 

to ensure a successful surgery to remove the tumor, 

lymph node and repair the hernia. 

Friends of Wanda Jean have initiated a GoFundMe 

fundraising campaign to seek your support in her 

initial treatments and for the long journey ahead. 

Wanda Jean discovered photography—her “saving 

grace after divorce”—initially with a used digital 

camera from the thrift shop, and enjoyed capturing 

images that often surprised her, discovering beauty 

that often escpaes most of us. She would like to give 

back to anyone who supports her, by offering a copy 

of their selected photo to them as a token of her 

appreciation. 

Thank you for your time and please visit our 

GoFundMe page at www.gofundme.com/supportwanda-jean-on-her-journy 

and learn more about 

Wanda Jean. Your support will be most appreciated. 

- Susan Ferron 

Your $75 donation 

will give you access to 

a website with Wanda 

Jean’s photography 

with download links.

Gibsons Pier by Mark Benson - www.markbensonphotography.ca 

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