This year has been financially challenging for many people. The SOS Caring for Community at Christmas program has been bringing joy to residents in need for over 55 years. With community support, we can ensure that children and youth in our area wake up to find a special gift under the tree on Christmas morning. Families and individuals will have the opportunity to choose food that is meaningful to them during the holidays. You can support the program through a financial donation. Help us fill the SOS Toy Shop by donating new, unwrapped gifts. For more information, please visit the SOS website.
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Wishing You Health
As we settle into the busy holiday season, we like to honour our relationship with our customers. Thank you for trusting our team to take care of your overall health and well-being and for choosing a locally-owned pharmacy for your healthcare needs. We will continue to provide personalized pharmacy services, including free local delivery, medication reviews, compounding, vaccinations, and so much more! Your pharmacist can help to make sure your medication is the right fit and introduce you to tools that make day-to-day medication management easier. We care about your health!
Laser for All Skin Tones? YES!
Gone are the days when laser hair removal only worked for fair skin and dark hair. Modern IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) technology now safely and effectively treats all skin tones and ethnicities, from porcelain white to deep mocha brown. At Lisse Laser & Skin Studio, every session is customized to your unique skin tone, hair colour, and sensitivity for smooth, lasting results without burns or discomfort. If you’ve ever been told laser hair removal wasn’t for you—think again; IPL is now safe for all skin tones, including yours!
Give Yourself a Gift
The holidays are a perfect opportunity to nurture yourself while giving and receiving. Amid all the hustle and bustle, give yourself the gift of time to relax and be calm. Is this difficult for you? Gift yourself a Body Code session that can help you release any unprocessed negative (trapped) emotions to make this season easier for you. A Certified Body Code/Emotion Code Practitioner can assist you in taking time to relax and enjoy the beauty of this season. Call today for a complimentary information session and discover how to release negative emotions that no longer serve you.
Enjoying the Holidays with Hearing Loss
If you have a hearing loss, attending family gatherings with many people can be stressful. Here are three tips to ensure a peaceful and enjoyable holiday season. 1. Spend time with family members one-on-one. 2. Try to sit next to someone who will be willing to keep you in on the conversation if you miss anything that has been said. 3. Book a check of your hearing aids before the holiday season starts to ensure they are working their best. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the laughter of your kids, grandkids, or family members as they open presents or sit around the table. Happy Holidays!
House Rich but Cash Poor?
“Home Equity Solution is the answer!” Create your future by using the existing equity in your house to do all the things you can’t afford to do. Things such as: *Get rid of an existing mortgage, *Pay off credit card debt, *Travel, *Give your children an early inheritance, *Invest, *Downsize or upsize your home; all without any payments. With the significant appreciation in home values over the past few years, we now have more equity in our houses to use and enjoy. Don’t just think about a solution for your equity, do something about it. Contact me now.
Happy Holidays from Accura Denture Clinic!
Just a short note. The office will be closed Monday, December 1 to Monday December 8 for a short pre season holiday. We will also be closing for the week after Christmas and reopening in early January. So to all, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Diwali, Happy Kwanzaa! There are at least eight significant religious and cultural celebrations at this time of year including a time of rest and renewal practiced by First Nations Peoples. Work for peace around the world. Contact us here at Accura Denture Clinic for all your denture needs.
Blue Christmas Service – Dec 20, 2025
It has been and is our pleasure to reach out with this Blue Christmas Service. All Welcome! The service takes place on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 2:00 pm at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, located at 4235 Departure Bay Road, Nanaimo. “Perhaps you are grieving the loss of a loved one; feeling sad, sick, lonely, and anxious about the holiday season or future while others are celebrating. We want you to know you aren’t alone. When you leave the service and God’s house, our prayer is that you will feel uplifted, peaceful, comforted, and experience God’s love for you.”
Give the Gift of Wellness
This year, skip the usual gifts and give something truly meaningful—movement, strength, and peace of mind. A Pilates gift card is more than a present; it’s an invitation to feel good, reduce stress, and build confidence from the inside out. Whether for a loved one new to Pilates or a seasoned mover looking to refresh their practice, it’s the perfect way to show you care. At Return to Form, our personalized approach helps everybody move better, feel stronger, and live with more ease. Give wellness. Give Pilates. Visit our website to purchase your holiday gift card today.
Enjoy the Holidays Without the Burnout
Feeling stressed this holiday season? Between shopping, rising prices, and family commitments, it’s easy to lose yourself in the rush. Without time to recharge, our energy burns out, and the joy fades. This year, try one simple practice: choose one activity that restores you and make it a daily non-negotiable. Keep it simple and accessible—just 10 minutes a day to write, stretch, sing, meditate, or move your body. This small commitment signals to your mind and body that you matter, helping to calm your nervous system and renew your energy so you can truly enjoy the holidays.
Don’t Forget the True Meaning
The holidays are an exciting and happy time of year for many. While we are celebrating Christmas with close friends and family, others may be apart from loved ones and feeling lonely and isolated. If you know of anyone experiencing this, please reach out to them. It can be as simple as a check-in with cookies, conversation spent over a cup of coffee, or a gift left at their door. Little gestures can make a big difference to make them feel remembered and cared for. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season.
