Bendites love the summer sun, but when the mercury rises, we seek shade. Easy enough up in the mountains, but what about for that backyard barbeque or entertaining guests on the deck? When it gets too ...

A pergola by Chilliwack-based Vandenberg Landscapes. Suitable for larger spaces, pergolas are sturdier options typically made of wood or metal. (Credit: Jeremy Pue, White Cloud Producti) Summertime, ...

Outdoor living areas can have it made in the shade through the use of canopies or awnings. Outdoor areas can be up to 15 degrees cooler when protected from the direct rays of the sun, says Ross ...

When Steven Hollis first started Ocean Sails he crafted sails, he was a competitor and the yachting season started in October. A lot has changed in the 48 years since then. Ocean Sails is now the only ...

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