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  • A Positive Makeover Boost

    Posted by Barbara Risto
    |Date: November 01, 2024
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    A Positive Makeover Boost

    A Positive Makeover Boost

    Over the past two issues, we have profiled the candidates chosen for a makeover at our March INSPIRED 55+ ...

    Over the past two issues, we have profiled the candidates chosen for a makeover at our March INSPIRED 55+ Lifestyle Show. Here is our third and final candidate, Karen Weiss. “The makeover was a truly ...

    November 01, 2024
    | by Barbara Risto
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  • Makeover Magic

    Posted by Barbara Risto
    |Date: September 01, 2024
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    Makeover Magic

    Makeover Magic

    Caede Pungente-Sivunen was one of three applicants chosen for a makeover at our March INSPIRED 55+ Lifest ...

    Caede Pungente-Sivunen was one of three applicants chosen for a makeover at our March INSPIRED 55+ Lifestyle Show, and she gave the experience a resounding thumbs up.“I was very impressed with all the ...

    September 01, 2024
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  • Inspired Makeover: Maureen Leyland

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: May 29, 2023
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    Inspired Makeover: Maureen Leyland

    Inspired Makeover: Maureen Leyland

    Maureen Leyland Before. Photo: Jan van der Hooft of J. Abram Photography. For Maureen Leyland, an INSPIRE ...

    Maureen Leyland Before. Photo: Jan van der Hooft of J. Abram Photography. For Maureen Leyland, an INSPIRED makeover came at the perfect time! A difficult winter brought two scary visits to the ER for ...

    May 29, 2023
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  • INSPIRED MAKEOVER: HELEN PRINCE

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: September 27, 2022
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    INSPIRED MAKEOVER: HELEN PRINCE

    INSPIRED MAKEOVER: HELEN PRINCE

    When Helen Prince retired from her career as an English as a second language instructor, she wanted a new ...

    When Helen Prince retired from her career as an English as a second language instructor, she wanted a new look to embark on the next chapter and her new lifestyle.This multi-passionate mother of two a ...

    September 27, 2022
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  • INSPIRED MAKEOVER: MARILYN KRAFT

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: August 29, 2022
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    INSPIRED MAKEOVER: MARILYN KRAFT

    INSPIRED MAKEOVER: MARILYN KRAFT

    Having a curious, persistent, even tenacious, personality, Marilyn Kraft’s professional life was devoted ...

    Having a curious, persistent, even tenacious, personality, Marilyn Kraft’s professional life was devoted to careers in retail management, computer analysis, and seniors’ activity. “My passions have le ...

    August 29, 2022
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  • MAKEOVER: BEFORE & AFTER

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: September 30, 2020
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    MAKEOVER: BEFORE & AFTER

    MAKEOVER: BEFORE & AFTER

    Angela Marquardt As a recent empty nester and retiree, Angela Marquardt is entering a new chapter in her ...

    Angela Marquardt As a recent empty nester and retiree, Angela Marquardt is entering a new chapter in her life. What better time, she thought, than now to indulge in a makeover, a refresh! Angela's bef ...

    September 30, 2020
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  • Makeover: Diana Pauze

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: July 30, 2020
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    Makeover: Diana Pauze

    Makeover: Diana Pauze

    Diana Pauze is a nurse who takes great pride in her work ethic and the strong relationships she has devel ...

    Diana Pauze is a nurse who takes great pride in her work ethic and the strong relationships she has developed with colleagues throughout her career. When a knee injury kept her from going to work last ...

    July 30, 2020
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  • Makeover

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: March 01, 2020
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    Makeover

    Makeover

    Like many women over 50, Lori Nickolchuk feared fading into the background – or disappearing altogether. ...

    Like many women over 50, Lori Nickolchuk feared fading into the background – or disappearing altogether. She wanted something more for herself, so when the opportunity for a makeover presented itself, ...

    March 01, 2020
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  • Before & After: Mary Lou Rowbotham

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: July 01, 2019
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    Before & After: Mary Lou Rowbotham

    Before & After: Mary Lou Rowbotham

    After a long, dreary winter, Mary Lou Rowbotham was ready for something different when she applied for th ...

    After a long, dreary winter, Mary Lou Rowbotham was ready for something different when she applied for the INSPIRED Makeover Contest. A fresh season needed a fresh look! “It was an amazing experience, ...

    July 01, 2019
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  • Before & After: Sheila Blake

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: June 01, 2019
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    Before & After: Sheila Blake

    Before & After: Sheila Blake

    Landscape photographer Sheila Blake has undertaken some big adventures in her life, not the least of whic ...

    Landscape photographer Sheila Blake has undertaken some big adventures in her life, not the least of which was immigrating to Canada from the UK as a newlywed in 1966. The marriage may not have lasted ...

    June 01, 2019
    | by INSPIRED Staff
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  • Before & After: Joan Thompson

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: May 01, 2019
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    Before & After: Joan Thompson

    Before & After: Joan Thompson

    Joan Thompson has a long road ahead – 8,000km long! The retired music teacher, writer, keen traveller and ...

    Joan Thompson has a long road ahead – 8,000km long! The retired music teacher, writer, keen traveller and dedicated volunteer will be hitting the road this month to cycle across Canada to raise awaren ...

    May 01, 2019
    | by INSPIRED Staff
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  • Before & After – Tasma Lacroix

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: September 01, 2018
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    Before & After - Tasma Lacroix

    Before & After – Tasma Lacroix

    Despite juggling multiple activities, interests, volunteering and travel, semi-retired Victoria resident ...

    Despite juggling multiple activities, interests, volunteering and travel, semi-retired Victoria resident Tasma Lee Lacroix is always up for something new. When INSPIRED columnist Pat Nichol gave her a ...

    September 01, 2018
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  • Before & After – Suzanne Cascanette

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: July 01, 2018
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    Before & After - Suzanne Cascanette

    Before & After – Suzanne Cascanette

    Suzanne Cascanette is a newcomer to Vancouver Island who works in international trade and is a Subject Ma ...

    Suzanne Cascanette is a newcomer to Vancouver Island who works in international trade and is a Subject Matter Specialist relating to Canada Customs rules and regulations. She is partnered with a globa ...

    July 01, 2018
    | by INSPIRED Staff
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  • Before & After – Heather Akai

    Posted by INSPIRED Staff
    |Date: June 01, 2018
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    Before & After - Heather Akai

    Before & After – Heather Akai

    Sometimes an unexpected situation can ruffle even the best laid plans. Such was the case with our final m ...

    Sometimes an unexpected situation can ruffle even the best laid plans. Such was the case with our final makeover contestant at the September 2017 Lifestyle Show in Vancouver. Luckily, in times like th ...

    June 01, 2018
    | by INSPIRED Staff
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  • Before & After – Judy Moscovitz

    Posted by Bobbie Jo Reid
    |Date: April 01, 2018
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    Before & After - Judy Moscovitz

    Before & After – Judy Moscovitz

    When Judy Moscovitz was invited to participate in INSPIRED’s Makeover in Vancouver in September 2017, her ...

    When Judy Moscovitz was invited to participate in INSPIRED’s Makeover in Vancouver in September 2017, her first reaction was trepidation. Determined to not allow fear to make her decisions, however, s ...

    April 01, 2018
    | by Bobbie Jo Reid
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8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Aria Banquet and Convention Centre
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Please join us as we ring in the New Year with Johnny's Elvis tribute, with his rocking band. Tickets are $125.00 for front row seats, [...]
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Old Music for the New Year – Noel: Christmas Music from Baroque France
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Wednesday, January 1, 2025    
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Christ Church Cathedral
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Start 2025 with some uplifting baroque music!  Victoria Conservatory alumnus Marc Destrubé once again leads the Pacific Baroque Festival Ensemble and four emerging singers in [...]
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Juan De Fuca Recreation Center
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SATURDAY, JANUARY 4 PT163 - 5/10 km Walk:  Meet at Juan De Fuca Recreation Center, 1767 Island Highway, View Royal V9B 1J1.  Registration is 9:30 [...]
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9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Pearkes Recreation Center
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 5 PT 140 – 5/10 km Walks both rated 2B:  Meet just inside the front door of Pearkes Recreation Center, 3100 Tillicum Road, Saanich [...]
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Bridging The Digital Divide
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Monday, January 6, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
James Bay Community Project
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Older adults are encouraged to learn more about portable technology - smart phones, laptops & tablets. All questions and levels of experience welcome. Free - [...]
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Speaking of Death
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Wednesday, January 8, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Caffe Fantastico!
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Join us for an evening of open conversation and reflection at Caffe Fantastico. Each month will feature a different topic. This event is a safe [...]
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9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cedar Hill Recreation Center
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 12 PT 020 – 6/10 km Walks rated 1B:  Meet at Cedar Hill Recreation Center, 3220 Cedar Hill Road, Saanich V8P 3Y3.  Registration opens at [...]
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Bridging The Digital Divide
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James Bay Community Project
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Older adults are encouraged to learn more about portable technology - smart phones, laptops & tablets. All questions and levels of experience welcome. Free - [...]
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Power of Dance Seniors - Creative Movement
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Monday, January 13, 2025    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Scotiabank Dance Centre
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Power of Dance: Creative Movement for Seniors This movement class starts by paying attention to our breath, grounding and gently stretching to warm up the [...]
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St Paul's presents: The Greater Victoria Police Chorus
St Paul's presents: The Greater Victoria Police Chorus
Saturday, January 18, 2025    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
St Pauls Church
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The Chorus includes retired officers from across Canada and overseas, as well as civilian members. You can expect to hear a great variety of music [...]
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Sequentia Ensemble “Gregorius, the Holy Sinner” Concert
Sequentia Ensemble “Gregorius, the Holy Sinner” Concert
Saturday, January 18, 2025    
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
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Gregorius, the Holy Sinner Buy Tickets See Special Pricing Options The incomparable Benjamin Bagby, well-known for his virtuosic rendering of Beowulf, returns to the EMSI [...]
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Bridging The Digital Divide
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11:00 am - 4:00 pm
James Bay Community Project
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Older adults are encouraged to learn more about portable technology - smart phones, laptops & tablets. All questions and levels of experience welcome. Free - [...]
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Power of Dance Seniors - Creative Movement
20 Jan
Monday, January 20, 2025    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Scotiabank Dance Centre
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Power of Dance: Creative Movement for Seniors This movement class starts by paying attention to our breath, grounding and gently stretching to warm up the [...]
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Bridging The Digital Divide
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Monday, January 27, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
James Bay Community Project
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Older adults are encouraged to learn more about portable technology - smart phones, laptops & tablets. All questions and levels of experience welcome. Free - [...]
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Power of Dance Seniors - Creative Movement
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3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Scotiabank Dance Centre
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Power of Dance: Creative Movement for Seniors This movement class starts by paying attention to our breath, grounding and gently stretching to warm up the [...]
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 PT 108 – 5/10 km Walk
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Saturday, February 1, 2025    
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Brookleigh Road Parking Lot
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 PT 108 – 5/10 km Walk rated 2B:  Meet at Brookleigh Road Parking Lot, Elk Lake, Saanich.  Registration opens at 9:30 am and closes [...]
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Victoria
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View Royal
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Saanich
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Victoria
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Speaking of Death
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Victoria
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Victoria
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Victoria
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Vancouver
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St Paul's presents: The Greater Victoria Police Chorus
St Paul's presents: The Greater Victoria Police Chorus
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Sidney
Sequentia Ensemble “Gregorius, the Holy Sinner” Concert
Sequentia Ensemble “Gregorius, the Holy Sinner” Concert
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Victoria
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Victoria
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Saanich
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