ZOOM | HOLIDAY 2023

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the sunshine coast magazine holiday 2023 

issue 54 | langdale to lund | zoomsunshinecoast.com

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ron smid 

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A LOVE OF MUSIC AFFAIR 

An original musical tribute is a fitting testament to a 

loving, decades-long friendship. 

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50 YEARS OF RESILIENCE, VISION, AND SONG 

james bennett 

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holiday shopping 

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The Pender Harbour Choir marks a milestone as 

one of the longest-running choirs on the Coast. 

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THE DREAM TEAM 

Darren and Kim Rennie, owners of Dreamland Sleep 

Shop are passionate about everything sleep. 

margot hallman 

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sandy kay 

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30 

THE SUN KEEPS SHINING ON THE SUNSHINE COAST 

A spotlight on local businesses that are adapting and 

growing despite these challenging times. 

avoid the holiday rush 

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diego's den 

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FOCUS 

F 

or nearly three decades, I have sought to capture the spiritual essence 

of the Canadian landscape through the traditional photographic medium. 

Beginning in my early twenties, I embarked on countless solo canoe 

excursions into the Precambrian wilderness of Northern Ontario, 

photographing the polished, lithic landscapes previously painted by the 

famed Canadian Group of Seven artists. 

In 1999 I set out on the first of many cross-country photo expeditions, on 

a quest to forge my own distinct photographic style with the wild expanse of the 

Canadian landscape as my canvas. 

I have remained a photographic purist, choosing the slow workings of both 

medium and large format cameras over contemporary instruments, to 

transmit nature’s luminant expressions onto both colour transparency and 

monochrome film. 

All my work is optically printed in a conventional darkroom using the rare 

1963 Cibachrome colour process or black and white silver gelatin. The threedimensional 

realism of a hand-printed traditional photograph remains 

unmatched by any modern-day photographic process; its tactile qualities must 

be seen to fully appreciate its timeless beauty. 

As I continue to view the natural world through the ground glass of my wood 

field camera, my vision becomes ever more distilled. I find myself creating 

fewer photographs with each passing year, seeking to translate only the most 

quintessential moments of light and land onto film. Many of my favourite images 

have taken days, weeks, or even years of returning to the same location until all 

the essential compositional elements converged into one. 

To experience these transitory moments of resplendent light through the 

traditional photographic lens has been an inspiring journey with profound 

spiritual wonderment. My work strives to go beyond the mere documentary 

capture of a landscape by gazing towards the veiled; creating imagery where 

the physical world touches the divine. · 

TRADITIONAL 

PHOTOGRAPHY 

OF THE 

CANADIAN 

LANDSCAPE 

RON 

SMID 

WORDS | RON SMID 

PHOTO THIS PAGE | STEPHANIE MILLIGAN 

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LAKE LOUISE 1999 | THE SOFT LIGHT OVER ROCKY SHORELINE DESCENDING INTO PLACID WATERS IS CAPTURED DURING A LONG TIME EXPOSURE, TRANSPORTING THE ICONIC 

SCENE INTO AN ETHEREAL REALM. 


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THIS PAGE FROM TOP 

Georgian Bay 1996 | A Precambrian 

outcropping bathed in the setting sun near the 

town of Killarney, Ontario. With its windswept 

pines, glowing autumn blueberries, and island 

studded waters, Georgian Bay remains the most 

iconic Canadian Landscape photograph in my 

collection. 

RON SMID 

Canola Field | Captured during my first 

photographic expedition across Western 

Canada in 1999. A vibrant field of canola is set 

against the blue of an endless prairie sky as 

white cumulus clouds appear to be funneling 

into the distant island of trees. 

OPPOSITE PAGE FROM TOP RIGHT 

Cathedral Grove 2001 | Film photography takes 

time. I returned to this spot on many occasions 

over a three-year period before everything 

aligned—the high water levels from rains days 

before, the bright overcast light, and the lack 

of wind allowed me to execute this one-minute 

exposure of an old-growth forest. 

Wanipigow River 2006 | In Ojibwe Wanipigow 

means "hollow water". After many early morning 

visits to the river's edge I was finally rewarded 

with this fiery sunrise, captured using my 

Pentax 67 medium format camera near Lake 

Winnipeg. 

Schoen Lake 2006 | I composed this frosted 

scene using my Japanese 4 x 5 wood field 

camera and captured Mt. Schoen at last light 

just moments before it disappeared into the 

encroaching mist. 

Alder Mirage 2009 | Red osier dogwood and 

alder branches sparkle in an array of lines 

and blotches in this expressionistic abstract 

rendition of a coastal woodland near 

Port Alberni. 

VISIT RONSMID.COM TO SEE MORE OF RON SMID'S PHOTOGRAPHY 


FEATURE 

WORDS | NANCY PINCOMBE 

PHOTOGRAPHY | EDMUND ARCEO 

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AFFINITY 

FOR FORM AND 

EARTHINESS 

TRANSLATES INTO 

CERAMICS 

JAMES 

BENNETT 

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andscape and ceramic artist James Bennett 

has a strong instinct for what works, visually 

and practically. For more than 20 years his 

outdoor design has transformed spaces, from 

meagre city lots to sprawling acreages, giving 

his clients delightful, usable outdoor spaces. 

James has lived on the Sunshine Coast for 

18 years. Approaching his sunny studio, one 

sees evidence of his outdoor design choices in the 

carefully selected plants, hedges, and espaliered fruit. 

He has nurtured a vast rosemary hedge and common 

medlar, a member of the rose family. This thick shrub 

was once widespread in Europe and the Middle East, 

having been cultivated since Roman times. Medlar 

fruit has large, showy white blossoms in spring and is 

ready to harvest in late fall, when the soft fruit tastes 

exquisitely of applesauce. It's not something one sees 

in the average front yard. 

James has a down-to-earth take on landscape design. 

In his view: “Garden design is nothing more than hard 

listening to the customer and damn hard work.” 

His affinity for form and earthiness translates quite 

seamlessly into ceramics. In his pottery, James 

produces a wide array of pieces, from precious, 

softly rounded dipping bowls to austere vessels. 

His sources of inspiration are wide; sometimes it is 

geopolitics, sometimes nature. He crafts vases with 

earth-inspired decorative features such as thorns 

and fungi, alongside sturdy and eminently usable 

dishware finished with cottage colours like cobalt 

blue and creamy white. You will see fascinating and 

intricate objects with shapes one might see on a 

diving expedition, of corals, spines, and mollusks. It's 

all a little unusual, a feast for the eyes, and somehow 

just right. 

There is nothing whimsical in James' approach to his 

pottery work, either. “Pottery,” he says, “is the same 

hard, consistent work with the curated eye to smash 

the things that are not (at least) really good.” Dryly, 

he likes to quote an old potter: “You have to make 100 

cups and throw out 99. Then you do it over again and 

again. Soon you might know how to make a cup.” 

James' work can be viewed and purchased at Fresh 

from the Coast, on Trail Avenue in Sechelt. It’s the 

perfect stop for curated giftware by talented local 

artists and crafters. How is it that we have such a 

wealth of craft and creativity here? Our inspiring 

setting? Maybe. But James says, for himself at least, 

it's more simple: “This is what happens when you 

don't watch TV.” · 

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HOLIDAY SHOPPING ON THE COAST 

WHILE THERE ARE MANY ONLINE CHOICES AVAILABLE FOR PRESENTS 

AND PERSONAL ITEMS, THE SUNSHINE COAST HAS A WIDE ARRAY OF 

STORES TO FULFILL YOUR HOLIDAY NEEDS AND WANTS. LET’S HIGHLIGHT 

THE KUBE 

EIGHT OF THE MANY SHOPS LOCATED ON THE COAST. 

Jill Pilon and Jody Youngren are owners of this 

trendy, art-forward shop in Upper Gibsons. You 

can shop for your favourite person, picking from 

makers here on the Sunshine Coast, across 

Canada, and beyond. The store is filled with unique 

products, such as modern planters and kitchen 

accessories, including a delicious assortment of 

cookbooks. There are clothes, jewelry, cosmetics, 

soaps, rugs, and more. The Kube highlights a new 

artist each month and carries many originals as 

well as prints of their work. These make unique 

gifts for your art lover. Stop in at #104 - 875 

Gibsons Way. 

thekube.ca 

FRESH FROM THE COAST 

A gift for everyone. Fully stocked for the holiday 

season, Fresh from the Coast has it all – from small 

items for stocking stuffers to large one-of-a-kind 

pieces for that special someone. Filled with local 

artists’ products, you’ll find Christopher Norman 

Chocolate’s, Davis Bay Teas, and Cedargrove 

Candles. There is pottery from artists such as Jack 

Ploesser, driftwood art from Linda Buckingham, 

and fibre art pieces from Ursula Bentz. The store 

also carries jewelry, moccasins, paintings, and 

other unique items for gift giving. Plus, they can 

create customized boxes of locally made items for 

clients, staff, family, or friends. Drop by at 5498 

Trail Ave, Sechelt. 

@freshfromthecoast 

ONE FLOWER ONE LEAF GALLERY 

Give the gift of creativity and inspiration. With 

over 30 local artists and artisans represented, 

One Flower One Leaf offers a selection of amazing 

works of art including paintings, prints, Indigenous 

art, pottery, jewelry, books, sculpture, music, and 

wellness products. Sure to please everyone, from 

the newbie to the connoisseur. Located in Lower 

Gibsons at 436 Marine Drive. 

onefloweroneleaf.com 

WORDS | NATALIE FINDLAY 

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IKHAYA 

Explore Ikhaya this holiday season for gifts that 

enhance the way you live, work, and feel. With an 

assortment of beautiful items, from beaded earrings 

to natural bedding, you’ll find something for those 

who enjoy indulgence in simplicity and harmony. 

Stop by 451 Marine Drive, Gibsons. 

ikhaya.ca 

FROMAGERIE DE BAIE 

Cheese! (I could have left it at that.) This cheese 

shop carries a large selection of quality cheeses 

from BC, Canada, and Europe. This is one of 

those gifts that you can literally do a “one for 

me, one for you” with. If you need something 

for your holiday celebrations – cheese platter. 

If you need a gift for a hard-to-buy-for person 

– cheese platter. If you are tired and need a 

quiet night in – cheese platter! The shop also 

carries olives, crackers, spreads, and more 

cheesy accompaniments. Whether you need a 

large cheeseboard for an event, a small one for 

a quiet night in, or a cheesy gift for someone, 

Fromagerie de Baie is your place. Located at 115 

– 1006 Venture Way, Gibsons. 

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HEALINGSCENTS 

Did you know that you can decrease stress, lower 

your blood pressure, strengthen your immunity, 

and boost your memory, all with specific scents? 

Healingscents owner and clinical aromatherapist, 

Leah Morgan, is honoured to be able to provide 

the highest quality essential oils. All products 

are from certified organic, non-sprayed, or wildharvested 

plants. Healingscents carries a wide 

assortment of essential oils, diffuser blends, 

room sprays, body lotions, and teas. The holiday 

season can get hectic. If you haven’t tried using 

scents to soothe and relax your nervous system, 

then make this the year to enhance the tranquility 

of your home with a soothing scent. And while 

you’re at it, you might as well pick something up 

for the rest of your family and friends. Located in 

the Sunnycrest Mall, Unit 7 - 900 Gibsons Way. 

healingscents.net 

MOORESTOCK 

This West Coast boutique understands the 

casual feel of the Sunshine Coast. It also features 

many local and Canadian designers, with an 

ever-changing stock of clothing for men and 

women, shoes, accessories, and body products. 

And don’t forget Moorestock Mini for the smaller 

sized humans in your life. They outfit newborns, 

toddlers, and boys and girls in the same rugged, 

casual vibe found at Moorestock. Shoes, 

rainwear, onesies, cozy sweaters, warm jackets, 

backpacks, toques, and many more items will 

have your mini-me looking cool. Right in the 

heart of Sechelt at 5707 Cowrie St. 

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TASTERS OIL AND VINEGARS 

The freshest and highest quality olive oil available 

makes both your meals and gift giving that much 

more delicious. Tasters Oil and Vinegars carries 

single origin and infused olive oils such as black 

truffle and chipotle, as well as dark and white 

balsamic vinegars to add some zing. To make 

choosing easier, they have curated gift sets of 

different sizes of oils and balsamic vinegars, and 

they deliver Canada-wide. Pull up to 3 – 5685 

Cowrie Street, Sechelt. 

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ART 

INSPIRED BY 

THE VASTNESS 

AND BEAUTY OF 

CANADIAN VISTAS 

MARGOT 

HALLMAN 

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M 

argot was born in Ontario and chose to pursue a 

career in law and family mediation. She initially 

took lessons in pastel and watercolour as a way of 

reducing the stress of conflict in her professional 

life. However, she soon found that the demands 

of her career actually nurtured her artistic 

pursuits. Just as a mediator must deeply listen 

to the underlying narrative in the room, attuned to those 

things that perhaps aren’t said, so also can the artist focus 

her attention on the quiet moments that are sometimes 

camouflaged in the landscape. 

Over the years, Margot has continually taken art workshops 

and lessons. She has shown a number of her pastel pieces 

in juried exhibitions with the Pastel Artists of Canada and is 

a signature member of that organization. Margot has also 

exhibited a number of her paintings at the Federation of 

Canadian Artists’ gallery on Granville Island. She has been 

juried in as an active member of that organization. She has 

also participated in the Art of Healing events at the Sechelt 

hospital on three occasions and been part of the Sunshine 

Coast Art Crawl since 2016. This December, she is showing 

a painting in the “Water Exhibit” at the Federation gallery 

and another painting at the members show at the Gibsons 

Public Art Gallery. 

Margot is an avid supporter of ongoing quality art education 

for all ages. She is on the board of the Gibson’s School of 

the Arts, and she liaises with the artists who come annually 

to teach at the school. 

In Margot’s words, "I work with pastel, acrylic, and oil. I am 

drawn to the subtle changes in spatial expanse, texture, 

colour, and temperature that manifest themselves in the 

landscape. There are the quiet moments of contrast of 

a dark reflection in a silver lake, the expanse of distant 

islands in the ocean, the textures on a stone beach, or the 

difference between the cool grey rock and the warm green 

moss that covers it. 

The making of a painting allows me to create a blending 

of all those different moments, the perspectives, textures, 

colours, and values into a single story. I hope that the 

stories I tell through my paintings will transport the viewer 

to a place of tranquil focus, away from the distraction of the 

busy world, in touch with what is essential and universal in 

the landscape." · 

VIEW MORE OF MARGOT HALLMAN'S ORIGINAL PAINTINGS ONLINE AT MARGOTHALLMAN.COM 


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gallery 

The only constant 

is change and the Coast is 

changing, just like everywhere. 

New issues arise, new people 

come to live, even more people 

come to visit. What continues to 

be true is that we're outnumbered. 

We overthinking humans are 

outnumbered, by trees and 

waterways and wildlife, by berries, 

rocks and raindrops. We're less 

important than migrations and 

seasons and tides. If there is a 

Coast Spirit, it is one of gratitude 

and obeisance to these aspects 

of living here that matter and that 

are increasingly rare in the human 

experience of the world. 

How lucky are we? 

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100 other local 

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ART, CRAFTS, & GIFTS FROM AROUND HERE 

One Flower One Leaf Gallery 

proudly showcases over 30 local artists and 

artisans. Artwork, paintings, photography, jewellery, 

woodwork, pottery, Indigenous art, original design 

t-shirts, books, wellness products, musical instruments, 

and nautical gift items. Immerse yourself in creativity 

on the waterfront in the heart of Gibsons Landing. 

A great place to find art and handmade gifts crafted 

by the best talent on the Sunshine Coast. 

One Flower One Leaf Gallery 

436 Marine Drive, Gibsons Landing . 604.886.0099 

Visit our online store at onefloweroneleaf.com 

A TOWNSITE LANDMARK . . . REIMAGINED 

Visit the renovated 1941 Powell River Stores building, now home to 

many new local artisan shops with clothing, art, curiosities, hair salon, 

eyebrow threading, fibre arts, knitting, bakery, green grocer, deli, 

coffee shop, climbing gym, and more! 

OPEN TO SERVE YOU 

5831 Ash Avenue, Powell River, BC · townsitemarket.com 

We’re just across from Townsite Brewing in the 

Townsite District, a Canadian National Historic Site 

KERRI LUCIANI 

Art Inspirations 

Whimsical pieces from recycled steel, incorporating beads, found objects, and 

driftwood. Known for her unique pieces of jewelry, Kerri switched to a newfound 

passion creating these beautiful metal art for home decor and gardens. 

Available at Coastal Art Gallery in Gibsons and at The Shop on the Shore in Davis Bay. 

604.741.5106 · kerriluciani@gmail.com 


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ART


S 

andy Kay's artful and sparing use of colour brings her 

nature-inspired, abstract works to life. 

Born in California, Kay calls Halfmoon Bay home now. 

Her frequent walks in nature, particularly the trails, 

bog, and foreshore near Smuggler Cove, inspire her 

work. 

This new series is entitled “Soave.” It's an Italian word 

often used in music, directing the performer to proceed 

in a gentle, soft, and engaging manner. Kay chooses her 

words and her marks carefully because that is how she 

communicates: 

“Painting is my language: how I say to people what I am 

feeling and seeing.” 

For this series, Kay works with oils and a cold wax medium. 

To apply or remove the paint she uses tools such as knives, 

squeegees, or anything at hand. This requires a firm surface, 

either board or thick paper affixed to board. No canvas is 

used. 

Viewers will notice Kay's scant and arresting use of colour. 

For these works, she lays down the colour first, then applies 

layers of texture and black/white over top. It then becomes a 

process of rediscovering the colour as she goes. 

“I use a limited palette of three colours and black/white,” the 

artist explains. “Paintings start with bold application of colour 

and multiple layers. Marks are added or removed using tools 

to scrape through to layers underneath, or to add texture.” 

There is a lot going on in these works and viewers will notice 

wonderful energies and harmonies in her compositions, the 

result of horizontal and vertical lines at play. 

“I am especially drawn to the feelings that can result when 

these are used together: strong horizontal design can 

evoke feelings of calmness and peacefulness in the viewer, 

while vertical design can evoke feelings of strength and 

groundedness. These two can be used in harmony and 

peace or dissonance and conflict. In this series, I strive for 

the former.” 

After a couple of years of relative isolation and solitude in 

which to immerse herself in her work, Kay thinks that feeling 

harmony, gratitude, and peace is an emerging trend for 

many. In her words: 

“Many people I know here on the Coast have felt the same, 

happy in a quieter way, more appreciative of our beautiful 

environment and each other, aware of how fortunate we are 

to be here on the Sunshine Coast and all we have here.” · 

NATURE 

INSPIRED 

ABSTRACT 

REFLECTIONS 

SANDY 

KAY 



MUSIC 

A LOVE 

OF MUSIC 

AFFAIR 

A 

musical tribute to a loving, decades-long friendship came to the 

stage of the Raven’s Cry Theatre in October, as Frances Heinsheimer 

Wainwright marked her twentieth season as artistic director of The Coast 

Recital Society. 

Leading the playbill at the October 15 CRS concert with the Cheng2 Duo 

was the premiere of La Bella Strega di Sechelt. This composition for 

piano and cello was a gift from the distinguished composer, musician, 

conductor, and teacher Yehudi Wyner, a dear friend, fan, and loving 

correspondent of Wainwright. 

“I first met him backstage after his performance with the Bach Aria Group, when 

I was a student at Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio,” Wainwright recalls. 

“We shared a love of music, Italy and all things Italian, and a strong connection 

through my father, a long-time executive with the New York City music publishers, 

G. Schirmer.” 

Her relationship with Wyner continued, mostly via letters, exchange of classical 

music gossip, CDs, and occasional visits. Their friendship spanned careers – hers 

as a music producer with CBC Radio in Montreal; his as a composer, performer, 

teacher, and much-honoured ambassador for classical music. The letters continued 

after Wainwright left Montreal, retired to Sechelt, and brought her musical talents, 

impeccable taste, and considerable knowledge to The Coast Recital Society. 

Wyner’s letters to Wainwright, often handwritten on scraps of musical notation 

paper, always begin with a humourous variation on La Strega, his nickname for 

her: “Dearest Strega,” “Dear Streghina,” “Nonna Streghissima Francesca,” or 

“Dear Streghanoff.” Letters to Wainwright and her husband Barry begin, “Dearest 

Stregone & Barushka” or “Dearest Strega & Strego.” 

In the notes accompanying his composition, Wyner explains that the title of the 

piece, La Bella Strega di Sechelt, “might suggest menace or spiteful derision, but 

for us it reveals a playful affection. We would often exchange pleasantries in Italian, 

with Frances assuming the role of La Strega, the witch . . . a benign spirit of fun and 

beneficence, the opposite of wicked.” 

At 94, Wyner’s own benign spirits continue to buoy an active, much celebrated 

career. Though born in Canada, he grew up in New York City, studied at The Juilliard 

School, Yale, and Harvard. His teaching, composer-in-residencies, fellowships, 

grants, and glittering prizes have made him a musical citizen of the world. And 

a prized one, too; Wyner received a Pulitzer Prize in 2006 for his piano concerto 

Chiavi in mano. He has served as President of the American Academy of Arts and 

Letters, receiving its Gold Medal for Music in 2020. He is a member of the American 

Academy of Arts and Sciences. 

Here on the Coast, Wyner’s musical magic bewitched the audience at the Raven’s 

Cry Theatre, too. As La Bella Strega di Sechelt celebrated Frances Heinsheimer 

Wainwright’s twenty year tenure with the Coast Recital Society, Wyner offered this 

heartfelt dedication: 

“This lyrical love-offering for Frances, is conveyed con dolcezza infinita (infinite 

sweetness). My wish is that this modest composition be heard as a love letter.” 

An appropriate closing to his letter: “Love, Yehudi.” · 

WORDS | ROSEMARY BATES TERRY 

PHOTOS OF YEHUDI WYNER AND FRANCES HEINSHEIMER WAINWRIGHT COURTESY OF 

THE COAST RECITAL SOCIETY 

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MUSIC 

THE PENDER 

HARBOUR CHOIR 

50 YEARS 

OF RESILIENCE, 

VISION, AND SONG 


F 

rom humble, grass-roots beginnings to an executive-run group 

committed to excellence and giving back to the community, the 

Pender Harbour Choir has a long history of resilience, vision, and 

making music. 

The early 70s brought a wave of free-thinking people to the Sunshine 

Coast. They came with skills, energy, and idealism. One of these 

was the charismatic and exceptionally able Les Fowler. In Pender 

Harbour, he put down roots, raised a family, and stirred things up a 

little. He eventually became a successful commercial fisherman. He also 

spearheaded organized music in the community. It was Fowler who brought 

the first choir members together under his direction, at a private home in 

1973. He continued to be involved with the Pender Harbour Choir, the Music 

Society, the Harbour Lights Band, and the Jazz Festival over the decades 

until he passed in 2013. 

After Fowler stepped down as director, the choir carried on under different 

volunteer directors and accompanists. Les was always nearby and supportive, 

stepping in again from time to time. It takes an incredible amount of energy 

and ability to stand up and direct a group of people through the process of 

learning a challenging choral piece in four voice parts. The choir wishes to 

acknowledge and thank its early volunteer directors, who took over for varying 

lengths of time, and often more than once, so that the singing never stopped. 

In 1993, the choir's twentieth year, Capilano College (now Capilano University) 

sponsored choral singing in Pender Harbour for two years as a non-credit 

course. In 1994, the choir put out a special call for men! Pender Harbour 

values music, and the choir's fundraising and community outreach efforts 

have always been successful. The choir initiated bake sales which continue 

to this day. Pat Larson became the first paid director, with Gwen Hawkins 

assisting, in 1996. 

By 1999 the choir was operating under the umbrella of the Pender Harbour 

Music Society, with an executive board, paid director and accompanist, and 

men and women singers. In the ensuing years, special and memorable musical 

events were organized, such as visits by the Vancouver Welsh Men’s Chorus, 

Gospel Week, Messiah performances, and workshops with visiting clinicians. 

For eight years, starting in 2008, Joy McLeod directed the choir, with Paula 

Seward as accompanist. This marked an era of stability and growth for 

the choir, which often featured 30 or more singers in all voice parts. Joy’s 

wonderful anecdotes punctuated concerts, and the choir developed a loyal 

following. Having moved to Nova Scotia, McLeod still keeps in touch with her 

many friends here and says that directing the choir all those years was a 

particularly memorable era. In her words: 

“It didn't seem like so many years. Now it seems like too few years! I have 

memories that come back to me all the time – the people, funny things that 

happened, memorable musical moments . . . The first thing that comes to 

mind when the choir is mentioned is the people that I got to know and the 

friendships that meant and mean so much to me.” 

The Pender Harbour Community is proud of its choir. In a large area of far-flung 

micro-communities, separated by waterways, rock, and dark winding roads, 

there are few better ways to dispel isolation than gathering one evening each 

week in a comfortable building dedicated to music, to sing in a welcoming and 

well-directed choir. 

Kenneth Johnson took over the direction of the choir in 2016 and is at the 

helm still. His many years of experience in the music industry as an educator, 

director, composer, and performer bring wisdom, confidence, and delight 

to the choir. Johnson says that the connections fostered by choral singing 

cannot be overstated: 

“For singers, it feels both safe and exciting to be working with others and 

contributing towards a beautiful, shared goal. It's the ultimate teamwork, 

and less experienced singers learn from our stronger singers. We have an 

amazing accompanist in David Poon, who elevates our performances. In my 

music selections, I work very hard to challenge the choir a little and provide 

a memorable concert experience for our audiences. It's a wonderful evening. 

And the community is always supportive because it is their choir.” · 

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FEATURE 

THE 

DREAM 

TEAM 

G 

ood sleep can make or break your day. This may be a “blanket" statement, but it’s 

one that science is proving over and over. Humans need sleep to be able to function 

effectively each day. Darren and Kim Rennie, owners of Dreamland Sleep Shop in 

Upper Gibsons since 2000, have become sleep experts and are passionate about 

everything sleep. 

Their number one goal has been to support clients in improving their sleep, so that 

they can get a great night’s sleep, which translates to a great day. 

Why do they think sleep is so important? They believe “good sleep is good health.” 

Leading experts now recognize 

sleep as a pillar of health. Poor 

sleep doesn’t just make you 

cranky the next day. Studies have 

shown that chronic sleep issues 

can lead to weight gain, impaired 

brain function, decreased memory 

and problem solving, increased 

inflammation, insulin resistance, 

reduced ability to regulate 

emotions, depression, and other 

chronic conditions. 

How can Dreamland help you get 

your best night’s sleep? Whether 

it is Darren, Kim or one of their 

well-educated staff, they start with 

listening to your struggles. Each 

person is unique in their “why” – 

the reasons they are not getting the sleep they desire. These could include over-heating, 

back pain, insufficient support, stress, allergies, or other causes. Dreamland staff ask 

questions to discover “your why,” and then provide solutions to improve your sleep the 

very first time. 

From mattresses to eye masks, you can rely on Dreamland to put you to sleep. They carry 

natural bedding products including wool, for those who struggle with over-heating, and 

bamboo, for those who like a soft, silky feel to their sheets. 

HUMANS NEED SLEEP TO BE ABLE TO 

FUNCTION EFFECTIVELY EACH DAY. DARREN 

AND KIM RENNIE, OWNERS OF DREAMLAND 

SLEEP SHOP IN UPPER GIBSONS SINCE 2000, 

HAVE BECOME SLEEP EXPERTS AND ARE 

PASSIONATE ABOUT EVERYTHING SLEEP. 


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There’s no better gift 

than a good night’s sleep 

This holiday season, pamper your loved ones with 

high quality organic cotton, microfibre, bamboo, or silk 

beddings, fluffy down duvets, and latex or wool pillows. 

We carry top brands and products made in Canada: Daniadown, 

Natura, Snugsleep, Kouchini, Snowbird, and more. See also our 

selection of mattresses, bases, and bedroom furniture. 

Gibsons Park Plaza #110, 1100 Sunshine Coast Hwy | 604.886.0102 | dreamlandsleepshop.com 

Mattresses are available for every unique challenge. Do you 

and your partner each like a different mattress firmness? They 

can resolve that. Need to elevate your head or feet? They carry 

mattresses that adjust. Newer on the market are healing 

mattresses (supported by science) which can help 

you fall asleep faster, increase blood circulation, 

and regulate body temperature. Sounds 

dreamy, doesn’t it? 

Another important aspect of getting a great 

night’s sleep is your pillow. Dreamland 

carries a large selection of pillows to suit 

your sleep style. Whether you are a side 

sleeper or a back sleeper, they can help you 

find the right pillow to support you throughout 

the night. 

Organic cotton, bamboo, flannel, and linen sheet sets are 

available to satisfy your sleep comfort needs. These come in an 

array of colours to give your bedroom your desired look. 

Darren and Kim don’t just take the word of the product rep as to the value 

of each item; they do their own research. They’ll try out mattresses and 

sheets to experience what it’s like to sleep on the products they carry. 

They want first-hand knowledge of how to best support their clients’ 

needs. This knowledge is always shared with their staff, so 

everyone has the information to educate customers on 

the best sleep options. 

Twenty-three years ago, Darren and Kim recall, they 

were discouraged from opening Dreamland. Both are 

glad they didn’t take that advice. They are grateful to 

be in Gibsons, where the community has supported 

their business from day one. There is nowhere to 

hide in a small town; reputation is key. The Rennies are 

committed to honesty, great value, and supporting your 

best night sleep. 

As F. Scott Fitzgerald once said, “The worst thing in the world is 

to try to sleep and not to.” With the help of Dreamland Sleep Shop, you 

won’t ever have to worry about not having a good night’s sleep again. · 

DREAMLAND SLEEP SHOP IS LOCATED AT #110 GIBSONS PARK PLAZA, 1100 SUNSHINE COAST HIGHWAY. VISIT THEM ONLINE AT DREAMLANDSLEEPSHOP.COM. 


FEATURE 

THE SUN 

KEEPS SHINING 

ON THE 

SUNSHINE 

COAST 

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At ZOOM we love to celebrate the creators and businesses that make 

life on the Sunshine Coast beautiful. We acknowledge that there are 

many factors to success, including a fair dose of luck and timing. Here 

we'd like to mention just a few of the businesses that are adapting and 

growing, despite these challenging times. 

Many of the elements for success come together at BASTED BAKER: 

A central, walkable village location, small size, flexible outdoor space, 

and a small but consistent menu of high-quality, delicious options. 

Customers wait cheerfully for tables during busy weekend brunch 

times. Basted Baker's goal has always been to become THE breakfast 

and brunch destination on the Sunshine Coast. Try the Huevos Rancheros and 

you'll think they've knocked it out of the park. 

BEACHCOMBER COFFEE has two convenient locations in Gibsons and 

supplies the coffee program at Basted Baker. Business was great over the 

summer, and everybody's talking about their incredible vegan, baked, housemade 

donuts. Founder/CEO Martin DesRosiers says they're happy to work with 

regular customers' changing tastes. He notes that “in the last six months, we've 

converted a lot of Dark Roast Drip customers into Americano drinkers . . . We're 

finding customers wanting to explore a bit more and expand their coffee palate.” 

Beachcomber Coffee also has a terrific online store that offers coffees and 

teas and an array of cool merchandise like shirts, hats and mugs. Do they have 

thoughts of expanding? “Always! We have a few things in the works! We're also 

looking for a part-time baker to spin off our Deadly Donuts company.” Donuts and 

coffee . . . a match made in heaven! 

Restaurants have had to do a lot of adapting these past few years. Some places 

make it look easy, even though there’s a lot of hard work behind the scenes. All you 

will see are smiles when you drive by JOE'S ON THE BEACH in Davis Bay. They 

have managed to be responsive to changing conditions and to keep it cheerful. 

Founders Josh King and Mariano de Barba say the secret is teamwork and fun: 

“If it isn’t fun we won’t do it. We actually developed Joe’s from the inside out. We 

both knew that all businesses thrive from a happy team and that translates to 

the guest.” 

Bright, beachy decor, drink specials, delicious food, and a spectacular location 

have made Joe's extremely popular. Joe's social media presence has allowed our 

community to be aware of initiatives at the restaurant and see that honesty works. 

Coasters are happy to support hard work and savvy decisions. Transparency 

within the organization is similarly effective. King and de Barba are convinced 

that happy, trusting staff makes all the difference: “Right from the beginning we 

involved our team. We run an open book company, and when we started, we put 

everything we had into the restaurant. We needed to trust the team and this 

approach helped create the Joe's that everyone knows today.” 

And they're expanding! Watch for JOE'S CABIN in Lower Gibsons, where they 

are sure to make their mark with a fun, casual vibe and great food. It's a big step, 

and they thought long and hard about the opportunity: “We knew that we could 

do something special in Gibsons, but if we took it, we would need to forge our own 

path just like we did in Davis Bay. A modern tavern, serving seriously unfussy food 

and drink.” We can't wait. 


GIBSONS HARBOUR BY REGAN HATELY | PHOTO COURTESY OF SUNSHINE COAST TOURISM 


PERSEPHONE BREWING COMPANY in Gibsons has a unique, multifaceted 

approach to growth. This includes amazing products, a diverse 

and growing body of shareholders, a commitment to generative agriculture 

and to local food security, and community events such as film screenings, 

harvest dinners, and a popular speaker series. It's about being embedded 

and fostering community involvement. David Schneider, Sales and Marketing 

Director, says their unique ownership model “gives us strength and security. 

We are currently in the middle of another shareholder fundraising campaign, 

selling share packages starting at just $100.” 

Persephone has seized an opportunity to expand and deepen their presence 

on the Sunshine Coast. They have recently acquired and taken over operations 

at WESTVIEW BILLIARDS & BOWLING and STRIKERS BAR & GRILL 

in Powell River/qathet. It's a bold and exciting move, but Schneider says they 

are sensitive to the community and will take things slowly: “While we have 

lots of ideas, we aren’t making any big changes too quickly. These businesses 

have been a part of Powell River for generations, and we want to hear from 

the community before going beyond minor upgrades. More craft beverages, 

an improved menu, and live music are in the works.” 

The WEST COAST WILDERNESS LODGE has been knocking the socks 

off visitors from its semi-remote location in stunning Egmont for many years. 

WCWL offers an array of accommodation, fabulous dining, and a thrilling list 

of adventure activities, all in an oceanside setting with incredible views. With 

kayak, Zodiak, and float plane tours, jet skiing, hiking, and biking, plus trips 

to local lakes and an award-winning restaurant, WCWL is a one stop shop 

for both luxury and adventure. Packages include overnight stays, activities, 

and a guaranteed reservation for a sumptuous dinner at Inlets restaurant. 

Summers at WCWL are always busy with weddings. Winters are for staff to 

get some rest, and for planning and expanding. Owner/operator Paul Hansen 

knows that staff are the key to the warm welcome and safe adventuring that 

guests come for: “We have always worked to provide our staff with what we 

believe is a great environment to work in, and we prioritize them as much as 

we can.” 

WCWL sees more opportunity in the area, and there are big plans to make 

the most of it. 

The lodge is converting the old Egmont Fish Plant into a brand-new 

ADVENTURE CENTRE that will offer excursions such as boat tours. This is 

in addition to Bioluminescence and Day-Long Kayak tours, and a small fleet 

of Seadoos. The Adventure Centre will have a large event space for weddings 

and corporate retreats. WCWL is also building 20 new ocean-view units on the 

bluff above. These will be fully appointed, condo-like, for guests who prefer 

to self-cater, or for winter months when dining options are limited. Hanson 

believes this will boost the entire region: “We plan to utilize the natural beauty 

of Egmont to bring more tourists to our area, which will not only help us 

grow but also help many of the businesses around us, with whom we share 

common goals, to expand.” 

More adventure, more luxury, more accommodation choices, and an 

expanded season. It all contributes to making the Sunshine Coast experience 

more beautiful. · 

PHOTOS COURTESY OF SUNSHINE COAST TOURISM | FROM TOP: BC ALE TRAIL; WEST COAST 

WILDERNESS LODGE; POWELL RIVER MARINE AVENUE BY SHAYD JOHNSON 

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JUST LIKE THAT; IT’S THE HOLIDAY SEASON. 

ANOTHER YEAR HAS ALMOST GONE BY. WITH 

JUST WEEKS LEFT IN 2023, OUR HOLIDAY-IMPOSED 

DEADLINES ARE FAST APPROACHING. 

H 

ave you started your holiday shopping yet? Sent out cards? Decided on who’s 

hosting whom, and decorated the house??? Instead of checking things off 

our lists, there often seem to be more piling on. 

One of the best ways to stay calm through the busy holiday season is to have 

a few dinners that have been made ahead and frozen, so you can just reheat 

them at the last minute. Less stress but all the flavour, and much better for 

you than devouring those holiday cookies. 

Stews, chili, shepherd’s pie, and soups. All of these are easy to make in large batches, 

and they will freeze beautifully until you need something quick and hands off. 

At this time of year we have many pumpkin varieties available, and they make 

delicious soups. Carrot-ginger pumpkin soup is comforting and satisfying for a 

hectic weeknight dinner, and with a few embellishments can be fancied up to serve 

for guests. 

CARROT-GINGER PUMPKIN SOUP RECIPE 

Preheat oven to 375 Fahrenheit. On a large, parchment-lined baking sheet, arrange 

the following: 

1 butternut squash (ends trimmed, cut in half lengthwise and seeds removed) 

5 carrots (peeled and roughly cut into 3 cm chunks) 

1 onion (peeled and cut into chunks) 

10 sprigs of thyme 

5 garlic cloves (peeled) 

1 piece of ginger (4 cm, peeled and sliced). 

Drizzle these ingredients with olive oil, then sprinkle with sea salt. Tuck the ginger 

and garlic underneath the holes in the butternut squash, where the seeds once 

lived. Pierce the skin of the squash numerous times with a fork or knife. Bake for 

40 - 50 minutes or until everything is fork tender. Remove from the oven and let 

cool slightly. 

Scoop out the flesh from the squash skin. Put all the roasted ingredients, plus 1 tsp 

cumin and 6 cups stock (or water) into a high-powered blender and process until 

very smooth. You may have to do this in more than one batch. Add more liquid to 

achieve the desired consistency. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. 

Portion out servings to fit your needs, and freeze. Then just reheat and serve with 

a sandwich or salad. 

For the fancy version, try topping the soup with a dollop of crème fraîche, a drizzle 

of Greek thyme olive oil, and some toasted pumpkin seeds. 

An equally quick way to get dinner on the table is to roast everything in the oven on 

a sheet pan. You could try pork chops with wedges of cabbage, carrots, and apples 

drizzled with olive oil and herbs. Or chicken thighs with sweet potato, onion, and 

broccoli topped with pesto. 

This holiday season, create space for enjoying time with your friends and family, 

reduce your stress, and enjoy well-deserved, delicious, home-cooked meals. Make 

it easy. Make it ahead of the rush. · 

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PET PHOTOS VIA EMAIL TO DIEGO@ZOOMSUNSHINECOAST.COM. 

diego’sden 

ENZO 

by Cory Fortier 

CEDAR 

by Mary Montague 

CEDAR 

by Mary Montague 

MISSY 

by Candace Pinkster 

KEIRA 

by Barb Racey 

MONKEY & MAX 

by Joanne Pocock 

WILEY 

by Jennifer Peters 

DIEGO 

by Edmund Arceo 

MERLOT 

by Kim Lawton 

SCOUT 



SAILOR 

by James Michels 

REGAL 

by Ron Minch 

CHULA 

by Sevrin Berg 

MILO 


MONTY 

by Alex Thomson 

FINNY & DOOKIE 

byMaddie 

LOLA, HANK, MYSTY, & PIPER 

by Grant McBain 

NORTON 

by John Tinkler 

PENNY 

by Darryl Hoppe 

Wishing you and your families all the best for the 

holiday season. Thanks to all our amazing customers. 

Your Sunshine Coast Pet Headquarters | 101-5641 Cowrie Street, Sechelt | 604.885.8843 | www.allforpets.ca 

@AllforPetsSechelt 

allforpets 

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HENRY 

by L. Shadforth 

KOGI 

by Toni Stevens 

MARCO 

by Joanne Pocock 

MIGUEL 


GRIPHON 

by Daria Ho 

CHLOE & LOLA 

by Debbie Morley 

ZEPHYR 

by Jane Richardson 

DIEGO & QUIN 

by Karen Wells 

KEIRA & SOPHIE 

by Barb Racey 

BRINKS 


Dr. Rick Smalley, DVM 

Dr. Meg Wharin, DVM 

604-883-2488 

24 

hours 

Wishing everyone the best of the holidays! 

Unit 101 - 12890 Madeira Park Rd, Madeira Park, BC . Regular office hours: M, W, Th, F - 9am-5pm 

Fax: 604-883-2489 . mpvh@dccnet.com . madeiraparkvethospital.com 


This Winter we invite you to join us at The SPA 

Gift Yourself a signature body treatment, facial, massage or mani-pedi and enjoy 

complimentary access to our Spa Serenity Garden. Locals receive 15% off spa treatments, 

Monday-Friday. (Excludes RMT Massage, Spa Garden Passes & Spa Products) 

Gift Someone Special our Spa Gift Certificates are a thoughtful and relaxing gift idea, 

especially during the festive season. Call our Guest Services Team and let us help you take 

the stress out of gift shopping! Resort Gift Certificates also available. 

Call us now to book your appointment | 604 883 2456 | www.paintedboat.com 

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HAPPY 

HOLIDAYS 

from our family 

to yours 

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

Mount Steele Sunset | photography by Shel Neufeld - shelneufeld.com 

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