Living

As the 2014 draws to a close, I thought I’d recap a few favourite recipes from this year’s columns.

I consider myself a better than average cook.

Nicole Mofrad and Kristi Turner are working to ensure that animals in need aren't forgotten this Christmas.

Three North Vancouver arts organizations have received a financial boost from the province. The BC Arts Council recently awarded $1.86 million in grants to 116 artists and arts organizations in B.C.

Digital Buddies Sign up for appointments with teen volunteers to learn how to use email more effectively Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. until Dec. 17 and Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. until Dec. 13 at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr.

Debate as to whether they want to go back or have to go back

Perhaps November should have been called Financial Illiteracy Month: More than one Canadian in three does not have any savings or investments. More than one Canadian in three finds it difficult to keep up with her/his finances.

BlueShore awarded BlueShore Financial is the recipient of two recent awards. The North Shore-based financial institution was named to the list of the Best Small and Medium Employers in Canada for the fourth year in a row.

We have a unique climate here on the West Coast. Just last week I was musing about the unexpected pond in my backyard. I now watch the former swimming ducks slide along that same pond that froze overnight.

Seniors Gathering A free drop-in program for an informal get-together and chat from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St.