We had a wonderful turnout to our January gathering last week at Brentwood Bay Community Wellness and Fayzebuilt Custom Homes.
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Thank you to everyone who attended and brought their great stories and positive energy.
A special thank you to our hosts, Angela Leavey and Graeme Connolly, as well as Brentwood Bakery and Masala Roots Indian Cuisine for providing our refreshments.
Our next gathering will be our 7th Anniversary Celebration on February 5, 2026 at 5:05 pm at Brentwood Bay Village Empourium. Please mark that in your calendar and stay tuned for details.
In other news…
You can still buy tickets to Corporal Pat Bryant’s Country Concert Fundraiser for Wounded Warriors on January 24, 2026. Tickets are selling quickly and can be purchased at https://tinyurl.com/2ebc6mr8.
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The Brentwood Bay community is fortunate to be rich with talented artists
Andrew Hellmund is a metal sculptor. I’m pleased to share his contact information for anyone looking to include metal art in their next project.
His details: Andrew Hellmund (Andrew@hellmundstudio.com)
More photos at: Hellmundstudio.com
Instagram: hellmundstudio
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Lisa Cadeau is raising money for a great cause
I’m excited to show my support for Special Olympics BC by participating in the Vancouver Island Polar Plunge on February 22, 2026!
Special Olympics BC provides opportunities for those with intellectual disabilities to develop and discover confidence, joy, fulfillment, and friendships through year-round sport programs. In support of this cause I will be jumping into the ocean this February.
If you would like to show your support please consider making a donation through my fundraising page. I’ve included a link below.
Thank you for supporting this cause with me!
Lisa Cadeau’s Polar Plunge Fundraising Page
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Rebecka Ibbotson of Children’s Health Foundation has invited us to do a group fundraiser
Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island is a 100% donor-funded charity that supports Island kids with complex health challenges. Their programs reduce barriers to accessing health care – both in terms of cost and distance. The Foundation’s Homes Away From Home, Jeneece Place in Victoria and Q̓ʷalayu House in Campbell River, provide welcoming, low-cost accommodation for families to stay next to the hospital while their child receives care.
Their recently launched 365 Nights Campaign invites the local business community to help ensure these homes remain a lifeline for families in need. Individuals can also make a difference by joining forces with friends, colleagues, or family to collectively fund a week and make a meaningful impact this holiday season.
Corporate sponsors are recognized inside the homes, on the Foundation’s website, and through social media — but most importantly, you’ll know your support helps families focus on what matters most: their child’s well-being.
Learn more about this campaign: https://islandkidsfirst.com/365nights
If anyone would like to help to fund a one-week stay for a family at Jeneece Place, Brenda will accept e-transfers for the months of January and February. The group donation will be made in the name of the Brentwood Bay 5:05 Club. I (Brenda) suggest a donation of $40 but larger amounts are appreciated too. Please e-transfer to alan.brenda@shaw.ca and please ensure to include your name with the e-transfer so I know who to thank.
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Attention all Coaches
Group Mentor Coaching for Credentialed and Credential-Seeking Coaches
Tracey Burns, MCC, is hosting a comprehensive, six-week Group Mentor Coaching cohort for coaches working toward ICF credentials, or simply ready to elevate their craft. Each session blends focused learning on the ICF core competencies with live, observed coaching, rich feedback, and reflective practice. You will coach real clients, be coached, and observe your peers, all within a warm, high-integrity learning space designed to stretch both your skills and your confidence. Expect honest feedback, meaningful breakthroughs, and a deeper sense of who you are as a coach, not just what you do.
Session Dates: Jan 22, Jan 29, Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
Session Length: 90 mins
Session Time: 4:00 – 5:30pm PST
Session Delivery: Via Zoom
Additional Bonus: 90 Day Free Trial to Cairn Wellness for Coaches
Reach out to Tracey for more details: tracey@traceyburns.com or (250) 812-4433