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Wine Guy: A month of celebratory wine days
Breadcrumb Trail Links Wine Food Who knew there was so much wine to celebrate in November? Published Nov 22, 2023 • Last updated 19 minutes ago • 3 minute read Photo by JackF /Getty Images Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links […]
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Condo Smarts: Strata faces decisions after total building loss to fire
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos BC Real Estate Owners seek guidance after recent North Okanagan fires Published Nov 22, 2023 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 2 minute read There is much to consider after a strata-owned building is destroyed in a fire. The process is complicated, and legal advice is required to navigate the […]
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Planting Paperwhite bulbs in soil easiest method
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Gardening Although planting in water and decorative pebbles is more popular Published Nov 21, 2023 • Last updated 35 minutes ago • 1 minute read Elegant ‘Paperwhite’ narcissus are the quintessential forcing bulb. Photo by PNG Files Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate […]
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Wine Guy: Buddying up to B.C. bottles
Breadcrumb Trail Links Wine Opinion: It’s mid-November. Time to batten down the hatches, honestly both literally and metaphorically. Storms are brewing, and winter is coming. Published Nov 15, 2023 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 3 minute read Fortunately there are a variety of B.C.-raised bottles ready and ably willing to buddy up with — […]
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Clematis: Tips for pruning summer and spring bloomers
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Gardening Learn how to get lots of new growth and flowers Published Nov 14, 2023 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 2 minute read Not all clematis vines are pruned in the same way, says garden expert Helen Chesnut. Photo by ANGELA LASSAM Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are […]
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Tips for keeping beets and carrots safe from freezing weather
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Gardening Helen Chesnut explains ways to protect root crops from frost damage Published Nov 08, 2023 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 2 minute read Helen Chesnut explains ways to keep beets and carrots in good, useable condition this winter. Photo by PNG Files Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products […]
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Wine Guy: Try these three East Vancouver fresh hopped suds
Breadcrumb Trail Links Wine Life Food Considering how hops thrive as a crop locally, sipping fresh-hopped beers offers a fun way to celebrate the regional harvest season. Published Nov 08, 2023 • Last updated 2 hours ago • 3 minute read From left: Brassneck Brewery Normcore American Pale Ale, Luppolo Brewing Company Greener Pastures West Coast […]
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Condo Smarts: There are options if investors oppose vital repairs
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos Legal options to explore Published Nov 08, 2023 • Last updated 2 hours ago • 2 minute read Tony Gioventu explores options available to strata corporations to force repairs when levy is opposed by investors. Photo by Getty Images /PNG Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia […]
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Condo Smarts: Strata corporation can prohibit short-term accommodations
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos BC Real Estate No special exemptions or obligations in Strata Act or BC Human Rights Code, says Tony Gioventu Published Nov 01, 2023 • Last updated 40 minutes ago • 2 minute read When it comes to short-term rentals, there are no special exemptions or privileges set out in the Strata […]
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Wine Guy: Invigorating and comforting reds — without the brooding
Breadcrumb Trail Links Wine It’s not all about brooding Cabernet Sauvignon and heady Syrah just yet. Here are three robust yet still invigorating reds. Published Oct 31, 2023 • Last updated 36 minutes ago • 3 minute read Getty Images Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission […]