PENINSULA
NEWS
Established 1912
Susan Dafoe Investment Advisor
Music helping music
Zone rage
Peninsula band performs by-donation concert to support high school music program, page A15
Angry residents react to Sidney council decision, page A8
Friday, June 15, 2012
The Cannery Building #205-2537 Beacon Avenue Sidney, B.C.
250-657-2200
Watch for breaking news at www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Housing gains traction Three councils to talk affordability at meeting next week Erin Cardone News staff
Christine van Reeuwyk/News staff
Kay Wyckham and Susan Simosko snack on some of the popular popcorn at Star Cinema, the local theatre they hope to help keep around.
Sister campaigns to save cinema Christine van Reeuwyk News staff
The Star Cinema is more than a movie theatre. It’s an experience in small town hospitality and a hub of the community, say those seeking to save the small Sidney venue. “It’s a very community minded theatre, thinking about the needs of people … how they can serve the community,” said Kay Wyckham, a volunteer ticket taker. “There
are people who come every week, this is their social time.” She’s among those advocating to keep the Star in business. Until recently, Sandy Oliver owned the small theatre on Third Street with her sister Carolyn Lewis. Lewis, 67, died May 24 after a battle with cancer. In lieu of flowers, the family asked that donations go toward the Canadian Cancer Society and the Save Star Cinema campaign.
“The Star is a community theatre and they’ve kept their prices low all these years and they do try to respond to the community,” said advocate Susan Simosko. “Right now we have to save the Star if we want it in our community. It serves as a cultural hub in our community. … If the place is falling apart and the rates are low, we need to give a little more.” PLEASE SEE: $200K needed, page A3
Managing the world’s most important investments: YOURS! We are proud to be a part of your community. National Bank Financial is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of National Bank of Canada which a public company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (NA: TSX).
When the Peninsula’s three municipal councils meet together Tuesday, they’ll discuss workforce housing, among other regional topics. It’s an issue gaining steam with a renewed push from the Peninsula’s biggest employers. “For quite some time local businesses have had difficulty recruiting new employees because of the cost [of living on the Peninsula],” said Ian Brown, managing director of Tower Premium Woodworking. He and a group of 12 other large employers west of the Pat Bay Highway formed a group to push for workforce housing on the Peninsula. “Now they’re additionally having trouble retaining existing workers because of activities such as Seaspan in Victoria harbour and growth in other areas starting to draw away their workers to lower cost of living parts of the south Island.” Since November’s municipal elections, the group has been far more active. It has written letters and made presentations to local councils, stating the growing need for attainable housing for the Peninsula’s workers. PLEASE SEE: Companies, councils, page A18
The Cannery Building #205-2537 Beacon Avenue Sidney, B.C.
250-657-2200
A2 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
FRI
JUNE 2 0 12
NEWS REVIEW
S AT
SUN
MON
15 16
17
18
www.fairwaymarkets.com
Fresh! CASELOT
Frying Chicken
1
Lilydale Air Chilled 3 Per Bag Whole 4.39 Kg Limit 2
Salted Butter
99
3
69
Fraser Valley Canada No. 1 Creamery 454 Gram
lb
Ataulfo Mangos Grown in Mexico Case 9.9 Lb/4.5 Kg
ea
9
88
SALE
ea
Fresh! Pork Spare Ribs
1
Chicken Breasts
99
Canadian Grain Fed Whole Side 4.39 Kg Limit 2
BC Grown Family Pack Limit 2 Boneless & Skinless 8.80 Kg
lb
3
99
Blueberries
5
California No. 1 BIG 2 Lb Clamshell
buyBC™
ea
69 ea
CASELOT
SALE
Grilling Steak Top Sirloin Boneless Premium AAA Beef Aged Minimum 14 Days 10.98 Kg
4
98 lb
Bathroom Tissue s 2OLL %XTRA 3TRONG s 2OLL $OUBLE %XTRA 3TRONG s 5LTRA 3OFT $OUBLE 2OLL #HARMIN
5
99 ea
Soup Campbell’s Regular s #REAM OF -USHROOM s 6EGETABLE s 4OMATO s #HICKEN .OODLE X M, 4IN
5
Pineapples
99 ea
4
2/$
Costa Rica Premium Gold
for
CASELOT
SALE
Twin Pack Pizza s 4RADITIONAL 'RAM 0ACKAGE s 5LTRA 4HIN 'RAM "OX McCain Frozen
5
49 ea
Classic Frozen Dessert Breyers 1.66 Litre Carton
399 ea
Cheddar Cracker Barrel
899
Kraft Dinner The Original Mac & Cheese 12 x 225 Gram Package
ea
Kraft Assorted 907 Gram Package
9
99 ea
ASIAN FOODS Young Duck
Lobster Tails Individually Quick Frozen Canadian Approx. 113 G
98
4
ea
Fraser Valley Fresh Gr. A While Stock Lasts 5.49 Kg
2
49
Black Tiger Prawns I.Q.F. Size 16/20 Headless 1 Lb Package
lb
Potstickers
99
7
Hon’s Wonton House Bag 50’s Assorted While Stock Lasts
ea
Lychee Nuts
Fu Qua
8
49
Imported No. 1 2.18 Kg
¢
99
ea
Imported Fresh 6.59 Kg
lb
99
2
lb
Coconut Water
Rice Crackers
Dried Noodles
Sweet Rice
Red Beans
Salted Duck Eggs
T.A.S. All Natural
Bin Bin Jumbo Pack
%VERGROWTH
Shirakiku
Shirakiku
Six Fortune
1499
399
399
469
329
188
24 Pack 24 x 310 mL Tin + Dep
450 Gram Package
5 Lb Package
5 Lb Bag
910 Gram Package
6’s Package
CASELOT
SALE
10 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU! www.fairwaymarkets.com
Gorge Centre—272 Gorge Road. West, Victoria Shelbourne Plaza—3651 Shelbourne St., Victoria Athlone Court—2187 Oak Bay Ave., Oak Bay Quadra Street Village—2635 Quadra St., Victoria
1521 McKenzie—at Cedar Hill Rd., Victoria Westshore Town Centre—2945 Jacklin Rd., Langford Sidney-By-The-Sea—2531 Beacon Ave., Sidney
Photos used in this ad are for presentation purposes only. We reserve the right to limit quantities. Some advertised items may not be available at some locations.
Port Alberni Plaza—3737 10th Ave., Port Alberni Nanaimo North Town Centre—4750 Rutherford Rd. Brentwood Bay—7108 W. Saanich Rd.
> All Locations: 8am–10pm except Sidney-By-The-Sea 7am-9 pm Brentwood Bay 7am–10 pm
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A3
A spot of tea on the jubilee Christine van Reeuwyk News staff
About 60 gathered in hats with feathers or feathers without hats (fascinators) for the Shoal Centre’s tea to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee anniversary last week. The Tides at Shoal dining room was festooned in red, white and blue flags and streamers for the event that featured tea, sandwiches and tasty desserts. Heritage Productions, a Victoria non-profit group, offered a fashion show highlighting the Queen’s travel fashions from the 1950s to the present. Sidney town crier Kenny Podmore opened the festivities with an official cry. Despite the plethora of hats, feathers and flowers of all shapes, sizes and colours, few white gloves made an appearance. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com Muriel Griffin pours tea during the Shoal Centre jubilee tea last week. Christine van Reeuwyk/News staff
POLICE NEWS
A community vision
IN BRIEF
Pot transport foiled by cops Dogs and cops netted a “large quantity” of marijuana in a flurry of activity on Highway 17 Tuesday evening. Sidney North Saanich RCMP were responding to a call from the public about a driver in a commercial truck texting while en route to the ferry around 7 p.m. Police stopped the truck north of Beacon Avenue and found statements from the driver suspicious. They called in a Saanich police dog which discovered marijuana in the trailer, RCMP said. The man driving was arrested for possession for the purpose of trafficking. No charges have been laid but the investigation is ongoing. Police say the pot was likely headed for Alberta.
Sabina Amos has a personal love of the theatre that the community itself sought. When her husband Don Amos was mayor in 1996 the council completed a community based vision for the town. “One of the things that came out of that … was a movie theatre. There had been a movie theatre in Sidney up until 1974, and so when it closed there was a sense of loss,” she explained. Don began to look around and discovered
$200K needed to upgrade equipment Continued from page A1
Guns seized in Central Saanich A Bobcat stolen 18 months ago led Central Saanich police to firearms on June 7. A man reported his tractor stolen in December 2010 and armed with new information, approached Central Saanich police hoping they could check out a property near Mount Newton X Road and Lochside Drive. Officers wound up seeking a warrant for a Central Saanich man’s computer in relation to the stolen Bobcat. While in the residence they spotted improperly stored firearms and subsequently sought a further warrant.
“For me the Star Cinema’s been a huge part of what has given Sidney that sense of community,” Sabina said. “It would be very sad to lose it and to lose that sense of community. “If you talk to anyone that knows the sisters, they’ll tell you that they are that small-town, interested in what’s going on in the community [kind of] people. It would break my heart to see it go.”
Sandy Oliver running a small cinema on Salt Spring Island and looking to open a community theatre in Sidney. He suggested the former bingo hall and bowling alley where Star Cinema now sits on Third Street. “It had been sitting empty for some time,” Sabina said. “As they say, the rest is history.” The venue quickly became an integral part of the mom and pop feel of downtown Sidney.
The campaign target is $200,000 for new digital equipment and seating in the two-theatre venue. “People actually purchase chairs for the Star and the Star, in turn, recognizes the buyers by inscribing each chair with the names requested by the purchasers,” Simosko said. “Some people are buying chairs in memory of people who loved the Star but who have passed away, much as you might purchase a bench in the woods to remember someone. Others
are buying chairs to celebrate their grandchildren – or someone who loves Sidney but lives in a different part of the world.” About 30 of the 300 seats in the twotheatre venue are already spoken for. The cost is $150 for individuals or $250 for a business and then there are the star sponsorship opportunities, $500 for gold and star director for $1,000. “I think it’s very important that Star Cinema stays in Sidney because there’s lots of people who want to enjoy a night at the movies, but they don’t like to or
“If the cinema were to close down, it would be a sad day for Sidney.” – Margaret Frew, cinema volunteer can’t drive downtown. The Star Cinema also caters to lots of young people which also keeps them in town,” said volunteer Margaret Frew. “If the cinema were to close down, it would be a sad day for Sidney.” Visit www.starcinema.ca to donate. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com
Great DEALS from Victoria’s Shower Door Specialists!
375
$
Bypass Shower Door
Installed
550
$
6mm Semi Frameless
Installed
bcshowerdoor.com
575
From
$
Neo Angles
Installed
Call Today For A FREE In Home Estimate (250) 744-4416
950
$
10 mm Frameless
Installed
A4 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
NEWS REVIEW
Before you Christine van Reeuwyk/News staff
renew
$250 for their thoughts Peninsula News Review publisher Jim Parker with Nancy McMillan, left, and PNR editor Erin Cardone with Pauline Madsen, right. McMillan and Madsen were selected from a draw as the winners of a $250 gift certificate to Thrifty Foods for filling out the newspaper’s Readers’ Choice online and print surveys.
your insurance this year, talk with
FORMERLY FANDANGO DESIGN
Harbord.
CUSTOM DRAPERY BLINDS & SHUTTERS UPHOLSTERY & SLIPCOVERS BED LINENS CUSTOM FURNITURE & AREA RUGS
(250) 656-0111 656-0 harbordinsurance.com nsura
IN-HOME CONSULTATIONS 250-656-7659
STUDIO OPEN MIDWEEK 11 - 3
102 - 9840 FIFTH STREET (BEHIND THE BEAUFORT BUILDING) PGRYPMA@SHAW.CA
CONSTRUCTION
UNDERWAY 250.590.6133
unionvictoria.com
OWN IN THE HEART OF HISTORIC OLD TOWN FOR ONLY $648/MONTH AT 0.9%* PLUS WE PAY THE NET HST FOR YOU AT THOSE NUMBERS you pocket an extra couple hundred bucks every month! Own and live the lifestyle you want at Union.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT THE PRESENTATION CENTRE 535 PANDORA AVENUE (MARKET SQUARE) OPEN DAILY, NOON TO 5PM, CLOSED FRIDAYS
*Payment is calculated on a purchase price of $239,900 plus applicable government taxes at 0.9% mortgage rate for a 3 year term and a 25 year amortization period. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice E.&O.E.
ONLY AVAILABLE ON THE NEXT 15 HOMES!
OWN FROM ONLY $648/MONTH!
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A5
May’s federal budget bill opposition point rejected Christine van Reeuwyk News staff
While Elizabeth May is disappointed the speaker rejected her point of order to set aside the budget bill, it does hold a silver lining for the MP for Saanich Gulf Islands. “Public awareness is on the rise,â€? she said. May made a pitch June 4 to have the omnibus “budgetâ€? Bill C-38 set aside. She raised a point of order that “no bill may be introduced either in blank or imperfect state.â€? “I got my hopes up because I did make a good argument in law,â€? she said in a phone interview Tuesday afternoon. “It was asking for a very brave decision ‌ It was simpler for him and
less controversial.â€? ers. The amendments are clus“Bill C-38 is not a proper omni- tered for 159 votes that started bus law,â€? she still contends. Thursday. Debate was slated to While she didn’t succeed in go until midnight Tuesday and scrapping the bill, shift to voting Wednesawareness about it day. went through the “It’s kind of an endurroof. For example, she ance trial,â€? she said. noted, Maclean’s MagWhile it would have azine put the entire been a big win, and a point of order, all 5,000 bit like David standing words online. over Goliath, she still “It was one of the sees some opportunity most popular things for her amendments to they’ve ever put on a Elizabeth May make a difference. website,â€? she said. “There’s always the “One MP can do a chance ‌ so many lot. I’m playing a significant role Conservatives don’t like what’s in the house on Bill C-38.â€? happening either, but they’re Along with the 5,000 word told how to vote ‌ at least that point of order, she issued 320 gives them a chance to vote amendments; 270 were deemed against some of it.â€? in order and not duplicating oth- reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com
COMMUNITY NEWS IN BRIEF
Furniture store collects eats for food bank Trade food for furniture this month. One Stop Furniture Shop is once again collecting food donations for the Sidney Lions Food Bank. Bring in at least two food items and get two per cent off purchases at the store.
“The last time we did this, every single person brought in way more than we asked for, I mean bags of food. Just can’t help but put a smile on your face,� said owner Janice McEachern. One Stop Furniture Shop is at 9819 Fifth St. in Sidney. The food drive ends June 30. editor@peninsulanewsreview.com
District of North Saanich
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1295 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that all persons who believe their interest in property may be affected by the “District of North Saanich Zoning Bylaw No. 1255 (2011) Amendment Bylaw 1295 (2012)â€?, shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions at a PUBLIC HEARING to be held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Hall, 1620 Mills Road, North Saanich, B.C. on Monday, June 25, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. The lands subject to this bylaw are all lands in the District. In general terms, the purpose of “North Saanich Zoning By-law No. 1255 (2011), Amendment By-law No. 1295 (2012)â€?, is to amend the Zoning Bylaw to: • correct minor errors and omissions; • allow for the extension of the “externalâ€? portion of a footing (not the foundation wall) to project into a setback; • change a secondary use to a principal use in the P7 zone; • provide consistency with the Sign Bylaw No. 673; • provide for fence height in multi-family zones; • exempt greenhouses from lot coverage calculations; • add siting and size of residential uses in the ALR; and • allow for limited encroachments into the marine foreshore in the Non-Commercial Marine 2, M6 zone. All relevant documentation pertaining to this bylaw may be inspected at the North Saanich Municipal Hall, 1620 Mills Road, North Saanich, B.C., weekdays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Mark Brodrick Director of Planning and Community Services
www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Sun awareness clinics 4BBOJDI 1FOJOTVMB $IBNCFS PG $PNNFSDF
"OOVBM (PMG $MBTTJD 'SJEBZ +VMZ
$PSEPWB #BZ (PMG $PVSTF
Book your free consultation today!
13*;&4 50 #& 80/
5FYBT 4DSBNCMF t 3FHJTUSBUJPO BU OPPO 4UBHHFSFE TUBSU BU QN $150 + HST / person $40 dinner only + HST 8*5) (&/&3064 4611035 '30. t #SFOUXPPE #BZ -PEHF t *TMBOE 4BWJOHT t $PSEPWB #BZ (PMG $PVSTF t )PSJ[PO 1PXFS t )PNF )BSEXBSF t 4JEOFZ 1JFS )PUFM t #VUDIBSU (BSEFOT t 1FOJOTVMB $P PQ Download the registration form at www.peninsulachamber.ca and fax to 250-656-7111, or call the Chamber office: 250-656-3616. 0ÉDJBM 1SJOU .FEJB 4QPOTPS
8FEO FTEBZ +V OF t QN QN H a r r i s G re e n Vi l l a g e :BUFT 4USFFU t Book your one-on-one consultation with one of our expert Beauty Advisors and learn how to properly protect yourself based on a personalized assessement of your skin and risk factors.
londondrugs.com ldbeautyblog.blogspot.ca
cosmetics
A6 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
EDITORIAL
NEWS REVIEW
Jim Parker Publisher Erin Cardone Editor Victoria Calvo Production Manager Bruce Hogarth Circulation Manager
The Peninsula News Review is published by Black Press Ltd. | #6 - 9843 Second St., Sidney, B.C. V8L 3C7 | Phone: 250-656-1151 • Fax: 250-656-5526 • Web: www.peninsulanewsreview.com
OUR VIEW
Let’s keep it civilized In a council chamber that can usually be described as placid if not sleepy, Monday night was certainly a stark change of events. Sidney residents acted more like those from North Saanich who make a habit of calling out from the chamber chairs during meetings, standing, shouting at councillors and often leaving en masse when displeased. Often in North Saanich, residents yell insults at members of council. Before Monday, this was certainly not the case in Sidney. Mayor Larry Cross told the Peninsula News Review he’d never seen such disrespect in his chambers. There’s an argument to be made for having dialogue with council throughout a meeting. Public participation periods don’t let residents address issues as they come up as discussions progress. These shouts, while disrespectful, can be called part of important citizen engagement in our communities. But there’s a fine line. Residents must be heard. They deserve the chance to have their say, such as on the zoning bylaw that was the subject of Monday’s raucous meeting. When the shouts stoop to name-calling, insults and threats, that’s where the line must be drawn. Cross struggled to regain control over the angry group of 60-plus on Monday and was chastized for his attempts to gag the dialogue coming from residents who felt this was their only chance to tell council how they felt about the bylaw. (Council wasn’t allowed to take feedback on the bylaw, according to community charter law.) People need to remember council chambers are meant to be a place for civilized discussion – they’re not the place for emotional outbursts. Councillors for the most part make themselves available to listen to residents’ concerns outside meeting hours. Failing that perhaps there are better ways to take concerns public. Picketing, anyone? What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@peninsulanewsreview.com or fax 250-656-5526. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Peninsula News Review is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
2010
Future worrisome at any age A recent survey pointed to the jobs in areas that appealed to us fact that most older folks are not and generally did as we pleased. worried about aging. The jobs were out there for anyone It appears that the youngest who wanted to work. people taking part in the Yes, there were protests, survey are more worried. but it was most often the Young people under authorities who abused 25 worried about aging? their power, not the Preposterous? public. Protests were Maybe not. Those about race, politics, social under 25 have good inequity and justice. reason to be worried. While some things have When they reach changed, others remain retirement age, will they the same. The young are be able to count on the restless, as they have government to ease their always been. Pirjo Raits financial burdens? Highly But young adults who Hard Pressed unlikely. graduate from university So yes, they should or college can no longer be concerned – so be assured of finding a concerned, in fact, that they are job in their chosen field. They are probably already starting to put inexperienced and in debt and often money aside in RRSPs. Kind of sad, have to resort to poorly paid jobs really, to have to be thinking today – many still live with their parents about one’s life 40 years down the because they cannot afford to live road. on their own. Their world isn’t Those of us who were children looking like such a good place and of the 1960s and ’70s had the they have reason to be anxious. opportunity to try all kinds of It’s different for much of the older things before we settled down to generation (their parents). raise families and contribute to They are still able to tap into their society. We got to play first. company pensions – adding in their Our generation was fortunate in government pensions, life is pretty that we never had to fight in a war decent for them. They can travel like our parents or grandparents. to sunny destinations in the winter We didn’t have to worry about and indulge themselves in golf recession and jobs and being able games and shopping. This may well to afford a house. be the last generation able to enjoy It was the late 1960s and the a relatively carefree retirement. whole world was open to us. We But while the survey states travelled and hitchhiked around people between 55 and 64 aren’t Europe, joined communes, found worried, I believe many individuals
in that age bracket are. Not everyone wants to spend their remaining healthy years at a part-time, low-paying job to supplement their meagre Canada Pension Plan or Old Age Security cheques. What they did manage to save won’t go that far. The government does not owe us a living any more than our parents do. What you didn’t do (like save) during your working years may come back to haunt you. Who knew? The world is changing rapidly and the technological age is shrinking the job market, rather than expanding it. Jobs are disappearing while the government tries to revamp Canada’s Employment Insurance to ensure Canadians get whatever jobs are out there. We can no longer count on the public service to provide jobs with life-long security. Public servants and bureaucrats have sunk some countries by being so top-heavy and weaving so much red tape that it is impossible to escape going under. It’s a worldwide phenomenon, so we can’t even escape it by moving elsewhere. This is worrisome for many folks. So really, I disagree with the survey. I think everyone is worried, no matter what their age. As Bob Dylan once sang: “For the times they are a-changin’.” Pirjo Raits is the editor of the Sooke News Mirror. editor@sookenewsmirror.com
‘This may be the last generation able to enjoy a relatively carefree retirement.’
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A7
LETTERS
Celebrate Father’s Day
with that Important Man in Your Life
2 FOR 1 GREEN FEE
with this coupon. Valid Sun., June 17, 2012 after 1:00 Steak BBQ $12.75 by reservation
Glen Meadows GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
BBQ: 250-656-3136
Sidney council criticized for zoning bylaw process I was completely astounded at the imperviousness of Sidney town council at the meeting on Monday, June 11. There was obviously a strong request from the local population for reviewing the new zoning bylaw. People felt they had not been clearly informed about the zoning (and more importantly, the consequences) and appealed to council to reconsider their vote. Council had already made its decision before the meeting. I still cannot believe I watched our councillors act in such a manner. Anthea C.S. McLauchlan Sidney ■■■ Council passed bylaw 2015, despite the opposition of over 90 per cent of affected property owners. A rather bizarre version of a council meeting, it included Mayor Larry Cross cautioning audience members they could not mention bylaw 2015, despite the fact that it was why we were all there. Property owners were not properly informed that their single family properties were about to become non-conforming. Councillors Tim Chad and Marilyn Loveless commented that there was a failure in communication. Tim Chad deserves honourable mention for being the only one opposing this travesty. With the strike of a gavel, my property and 60-plus other homes are no longer zoned for single family use. I phoned each of the banks in Sidney, two told me they wouldn’t approve a mortgage on a non-conforming property. I also discovered that if my house burns down the town might not
High speed major cause of death on highways Re: Self-appointed enforcers don’t help highways (Letters, June 1) I was not surprised by the ranting letter about people who drive in the left lane on the Pat Bay Highway. I am one of those, but I am no longer involved in traffic law enforcement; I drive there because it is the safer of the two lanes and I do not drive under the speed limit unless there is a reason to do so. The left lane in not exposed to merging traffic or traffic entering from any number of service roads along that route. The left lane is also not exposed to the high speed people who jerk into a right exit from the left lane because their driving habits do not allow them to safely get into the right lane in time. There are times and places when I must drive in the left lane in preparation for a left exit. I am a bit amazed about the statement that the Alberta drivers “finally got it.” Has this man driven Highway 2 between Edmonton and Calgary recently? It is frightening and dangerous due entirely to high speed. Perhaps he should read the
give me a permit to rebuild. Anybody buying my house would not get a permit to make structural changes, decreasing its value to any prospective buyer. Coun. Loveless stated we could apply to get our zoning returned to what it had been. She neglected to mention that a rezoning application is $1,900 and a board of variance application, $400. If your appeal is unsuccessful the town keeps your money. Gosh, I feel better already. Would a board appointed by the town council actually reverse the decision? There was a petition signed by nearly 100 per cent of affected property owners which the town refused to accept. Some people rob you with a gun; some do it with a ball point pen. I’m looking forward to the next municipal election. Murray Pettinger Sidney ■■■ An audible gasp ran through the capacity crowd filling the Sidney council chamber for Monday’s meeting when the mayor opened proceedings by declaring he would not listen to their concerns. Earlier in the day a petition signed by some 60 people protesting the devaluation of their properties without notice was not accepted by town staff. Following this remarkable feat of Canadian democracy it must be forgiven if those present, many of whom helped put the mayor in the chair he now occupies, are now predicting a short political career for Larry Cross. Joe van de Laar Sidney
newspaper accounts of the Edmonton to Fort McMurray highway and the body count there. These bodies did not accumulate there because these “finally got it” drivers were all going too slow in either lane. Many of these dead people just plain got it. The Pat Bay Highway is less than 25 kilometres long with four traffic lights. One needs a good calculator to determine how much time you may save under ideal conditions on the entire length of this road even if you tried to drive at twice the legal speed limit. If your time is that valuable and important to you then you should be in a helicopter. The need for speed is a habit and a dangerous one. A bit of thought about the time factor in almost every situation will clearly show this to be a fact. Charles Scheideman Saanichton
Harper sells Canadian values to highest bid The Harper government does not have its head in the sand as some have suggested. It is not unaware of the environmental consequences of climate change and it knows that its policies are not popular. The Harper government led
by Prime Minister Stephen Harper is making controversial decisions for a very specific reason: Money. Bill C-38 is clearly designed as a strategy to steamroll the agenda of multinational oil companies by dismantling all regulations and scientific research that might pose a threat. Harper is not interested in sound economic policy or long term economic growth, but he clearly is determined to maximize the short term profits of an inside group of cronies whose pockets he so happily inhabits. There can not be another explanation for his disdain for our democracy and this wholesale destruction of everything Canadian. It baffles the mind how Prime Minister Harper can have the gall to do what he does until you entertain the paybacks that come with favouritism inherent in an old boys network. These paybacks can be substantial. It may be legal to trade favours and sell out our Canadian values and heritage to the highest bidder, but is it morally defensible? That is the question we must consider as we face the questioning eyes of our children. Thomas Teuwen Sidney
GOLF: 250-656-3921
“Investment Return of 21.9% Brings Yale Endowment Value to $19.4 Billion”* How did your portfolio do? • Break free of the volatility of the equity markets • Tired of High Management fees in your Mutual Funds? Learn What Institutional Investors, Pension Funds, The High Net-Worth Individuals, Families And Endowment Funds Have Known For Years.
Saturday June 16, 2012 - Noon to 1:30pm Hotel Grand Pacific - 463 Belleville St. Victoria Light lunch and refreshments. RSVP to David Sawyer: info@sawyerwealth.com Toll Free: 1-877-384-3863 • Direct: 250-384-1184
Seating is Limited! RSVP appreciated. www.sawyerwealth.com • Serving Vancouver Island since 1969 *For the year ending June 30, 2011 – http://bit.ly/wGZYi8 This advertisement does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase any security. Any such offer must be made by way of offering memorandum or information folder to qualified purchasers in specified jurisdictions.
Capital Regional District 2012 Hartland Open House
Sunday June 24th, 2012 10:30am to 3:30pm Hartland Landfill, #1 Hartland Avenue
Where learning at the landfill meets fun! So come for a look behind the scenes at your award-winning landfill and check out educational displays. To ensure your spot on a tour, register by calling 250.474.9613 or email hartland@crd.bc.ca. Registered tours leave from Camosun College Interurban Campus. For more information visit www.crd.bc.ca/hartlandhappening Accepting donations for United Way.
Proudly supported by
A8 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
NEWS REVIEW
Residents react to Sidney RV Getaways CLOSE TO HOME bylaw with jeers, sneers s &ULLY SERVICED 26 RESORT s /CEAN PULL THROUGH SITES s #ABLE AND WI l s AND AMP POWER s .EARBY LAKES AND TRAILS s #OFFEE (OUSE 3NACK "AR
Zoning bylaw approved
s &ULL SERVICE MARINA s "OAT &ISHING GEAR RENTALS s LANE BOAT LAUNCH RAMP s +AYAK RENTALS
News staff
40
minutes from Victoria
1-877-478-1771 www.pedderbay.com 925 PEDDER BAY DRIVE OFF ROCKY POINT ROAD IN METCHOSIN
Erin Cardone In Mayor Larry Cross’ time on the Sidney political scene, never has he seen such an emotional reaction as Monday night’s. “I’ve never let something like that go ahead,” he said Tuesday. “It was hard to control it.” About 60 residents booed, sneered, shouted and threatened legal action after council approved its zoning bylaw in a 5-1 vote. (Coun. Melissa Hailey was absent.) Cross called the reaction, especially interruptions while councillors spoke, disrespectful. The crowd came in response to a campaign by First Street resident Ray Headrick and neighbours who sought to inform others about possible effects of the zoning bylaw. In some cases, rezoning will make properties non-conforming, such as where properties with single-family houses will be automatically rezoned to multifamily use. Headrick said, and Coun. Tim Chad who voted against the bylaw agreed, this could impact a property owner’s chances at getting a mortgage, ability to make structural changes or additions and get insurance. Several residents stepped up to address council, but according to laws in the community charter, council wasn’t allowed to take feedback on the zoning bylaw issue. Instead, many expressed
their anger over lack of communication about what the changes would mean. Comments from residents got heated. “Why don’t we just stop right now, because you’re not about to listen,” Headrick said to Cross. “I’m very sad to see your attitude toward the people who live here,” Murray Pettinger added. Jeers and shouting toward council prompted Cross to nearly end public input, but he relented. “I was a resident that submitted my objections to this particular issue before the deadline,” Debbie Sherwood said. “Don’t you think that more effort should have been made to reach out to homeowners, particularly those who are negatively affected?” Cross then closed the public participation without asking for more speakers. “I believe we have a situation of unintended consequences,” Chad said. Public notices “have worked well until now. We have assumed that all our notices have reached our residents. At this time I no longer believe they did.” Cross said on Tuesday that council could have voted against the bylaw and started over with more open houses and public hearings. Moving ahead was the right decision, he said. “The idea here is we’ve got a general document which we think is really good. We were concerned about what appears to be, from our perspective, the misunderstandings or misinformation people are operating on.” Cross encouraged concerned
residents to “contact our office, speak to a planner. They can explain clearly what it means and what it doesn’t mean.” For Headrick, the push against the rezoning “isn’t over. We got the point across and the council and mayor revealed their true colours, [but we’re] not sure where to go from here.”
Chicks, bunnies welcome in Sidney? Chickens and rabbits could take up residence – officially – in Sidney. Council is considering allowing a small number of egg-producing chickens on certain types of properties and allowing rabbits as pets. Currently neither are allowed in the town, although bylaw officers haven’t generally enforced the rabbit rule. Staff were asked to prepare draft bylaws to possibly allow residents to keep chickens and rabbits for personal use, and work with Capital Regional District bylaw enforcement to draft an amendment to their contract with the town. The talk comes after residents wrote to council suggesting changes to the current bylaws that prohibit the animals. “The City of Victoria does not have a bylaw surrounding henraising,” the Lobb family wrote to council. “It does, however, offer guidelines to residents for the reasonable and responsible ownership of chickens and has the means to enforce animal control.” editor@peninsulanewsreview.com
3.10%
Are your Investments Paying your Bills?
Our best GIC rate!
C.D.I.C./C.U.D.I.C./ASSURIS INSURED 1yr - 2.06% 4yr - 2.51% 2yr - 2.30% 5yr - 2.71% 3yr - 2.37% 6yr - 3.10% Tax-free Savings Account - 2.00%
Doug Wedman, CFP
In these challenging times, it is important to be able to rely on your fixed income investments. ALLAN R. GREEN VICE-PRESIDENT/BRANCH MANAGER SENIOR INVESTMENT ADVISOR
www.peninsulanewsreview.com
250-655-0707 2480 Beacon, Sidney Subject to rate change, minimum deposit.
THESE ARE MY PICKS OF THE WEEK George Weston Inc. Preferred D
Current Yield: 5.18% *
MANAGING THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT INVESTMENTS:
YOURS!
Great-West Lifeco Inc. Preferred G
Current Yield: 5.20 %*
Transcanada Pipeline Ltd. Preferred Y
Current Yield: 5.38% *
“Our Family Serving Your Family since 1974”
THUNDERBIRD
Your Fixed Income Specialist
allan.green@nbf.ca * Yield as at June 15, 2012, NBF Preferred Shares Ideas May, please note these are dividend yields and are eligible for favourable tax treatment. The securities or investment sectors mentioned herein are not suitable for all types of investors and should not be considered as recommenda tions. Please consult your investment advisor to verify if the securities or sectors suit your investment profile as well as to obtain complete information, including the main risk factors, regarding those securities or sectors. The opinions expressed herein are those of Allan R. Green, Investment Advisor, and not those of National Bank Financial. Some of the securities mentioned in this ad may not be monitored by the analysts at National Bank Financial. National Bank Financial is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of National Bank of Canada which is a public company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (NA: TSX).
S
DI
250.657.2206
EN
SC
I OR
S
T
Please call me for further information
OU
N
INSURANCE BROKERS LTD.
FREE IN-HOME CONSULTATION
250-385-9795
1032 Yates St., Victoria, B.C. MONDAY - FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM • OPEN SATURDAY 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
www.thunderbirdinsurance.com
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A9 OAKLEY • RAYBAN • MAUI JIM • GUESS • GUCCI • FYSH • KLIIK • EASY CLIP
COMMUNITY CALENDAR COURAGEOUS THE MOVIE is being shown at St. Andrew’s Anglican church on Saturday, June 16 at 7p.m. 9686 Third St. This is the perfect movie for the whole family this Father’s Day weekend. Please come along and bring your friends, entry by donation. B.C. AVIATION MUSEUM parking lot sale Saturday, June 16, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1910 Norseman Rd. off Canora. Lots of items for everyone. Please, no early birds. All proceeds to the Aviation Museum. That day visitors can tour the museum by donation. Visit www. bcam.net or call 250655-3300 for details. SIDNEY CONCERT BAND plays the bandshell in Beacon Park on Sunday, June 24 at 1:30 p.m. THE SECOND ANNUAL Summer Fete in Phoebe and Sandra Noble’s garden in Deep Cove will be held Sunday, June 24, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Stroll the gardens listening
to music courtesy of Brad Prevedoros, view art displays by North Saanich artists. Tickets, $25, available at Russell Nursery on Wain Road, Dig This on Beacon Avenue in Sidney, and at the North Saanich Farm Market on Saturday Email info@mornings northsaanich
farmmarket.ca to reserve tickets.This is a fundraiser in support of the North Saanich Farm Market. SIDNEY RATEPAYERS ANNUAL general meeting will be held June 27 at 10 a.m. at the Mary Winspear Centre.
CULTURAL AND ARTS Festival of India is June 30 to July 2 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the at the Victoria Hindu Temple in Saanichton. Details at www. victoriahindutemple. com or phone 250216-2711. EMAIL CALENDAR ITEMS to editor@ peninsulanewsreview. com.
LOOK COOL... WEAR SHADES Free second pair on 2 for 1 can be an Rx Sunglass!
2 FOR 1 00 $ 100 off OR
(Single Complete Pair of Rx Eyewear)
LOWEST PRICED CONTACTS ON-LINE!
Here’s what the Volvo Club has to say about Greenway Auto. Your Vancouver Island VCBC Director would like to take this opportunity to welcome Jason Greenway (formerly of Chapman Motors) and Greenway Automotive. Together with mechanics Kyle and Dan, Greenway Automotive will offer a complete line of service to both foreign and domestic cars. Jason brings a solid background in Volvo and BMW service, has a complete line of diagnostic and maintenance equipment and continues to be a strong supporter of VCBC. Jason is happy to be back as part of the community where the Greenway family has been farming for generations.
WE SERVICE ALL VEHICLE MAKES AND MODELS
Protect your eyes from harmful UV rays
Bring in this coupon and receive a FREE 40 point inspection PLUS 15% off your next service Valid until Sept. 30, 2012
GREENWAY AUTOMOTIVE LTD.
YOUR IMPORT AND DOMESTIC REPAIR SHOP
7865 East Saanich Rd. 250.544.8899
See store for details
OPTOMETRIST 250 383 6225 BOOK YOUR EYE EXAM TODAY Tillicum Centre
Hillside Centre
250 383 6225 250 595 6160 www.visionsoptical.com
Free car wash & vacuum with every service.
Hurr y! Offer ends July 5, 2012.
Hot sale. . r e l t s e r w r e t Hot . r e h t i e s s i Don’t m
50 Get up to
$
$ TM
oid off select Andr smar tphones
50
all bonus gift with hones.1 tp ar sm d oi Andr
(1) Bonus gift will vary by store location. See store for full details. Bonus gift available with new activations only. While quantities last. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Use of this trademark is subject to Google Permissions.
LG Optimus Chat
HTC One V
Aberdeen Mall Brentwood Town Centre Central City Shopping Centre Coquitlam Centre Guildford Town Centre Lougheed Town Centre Mayfair Shopping Centre Metropolis at Metrotown
Oakridge Centre Orchard Park Shopping Centre Park Royal Shopping Centre Richmond Centre Royal City Centre Scottsdale Centre Seven Oaks Shopping Centre
A10 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Retirement: a time for new adventures, self-discovery and reflection – not stressing over investments.
IN BRIEF
Life Annuity. Call me now to learn how a Life Annuity can ease your market jitters while improving your cash flow.
Odd crash at English Meadows
Suite 101 - 3960 Quadra Street
250.881.7600 1.800.662.8372 ext. 231
BSc, CFP, CLU, ChFC
Downtown
75
Bikes still in the box were stolen from a bike shop near Brentwood Bay last week. The cycling shop on Keating X Road discovered on Sunday $3,500 worth of Norco bikes were stolen from a trailer on the property sometime overnight. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com
2nd Open House
Residential Densification Study Residents are invited to attend an Open House to discuss the Draft Residential Densification Summary Report. CENTENNIAL PARK FIELD HOUSE 1809 Hovey Road
%
Thursday, June 21st, 2012 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
OFF in stock, discontinued, new and used wheels & tires! Valid June 1-30, 2012
250.384.7477
Auto Centre
BETWEE
ARE YOU READY FOR SUMMER?
• 1319 QUADR
PLUS
20x THE SHOPPERS
For more information please contact the Planning Department at 250-544-4209 or visit the Residential Densification Study (RDS) project page at www.centralsaanich.ca
about your community
A
N YATES & JOHNS www.big ON otiresvicto ria.com
THE REWARDS YOU WANT
20x faster
Boxed bikes stolen in Brentwood
Auto Centre
GARAGE SALE
Downtown
denied being in a crash. The vehicle was towed while police continue to investigate.
Central Saanich police are investigating an odd single vehicle crash in Central Saanich on Sunday, June 10. Witnesses heard a crash in the 6400 block of Bella Vista Drive around 9:30 p.m. and saw a car lodged against a fence near English Meadows Park, police said. Before police arrived, they were told, another person came and moved the vehicle then both drove off in another vehicle. Police contacted the registered owner who
what’s in your up to
NEWS REVIEW
MORE POLICE NEWS
Guarantee a lifetime pension with a
Don Gordon
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
1 SALE
DAY
NEWS 699
399
EACH
EACH
SATURDAY ONLY SPECIALS
KRAFT PEANUT BUTTER 750g - 1kg Selected Types
MAXWELL HOUSE ORIGINAL ROAST GROUND COFFEE 925g
Limit 4. After limit 4.49
Limit 4. After limit 7.99
Rest of week 4.49
Rest of week 7.99
JUNE 16
OPTIMUM POINTS
188
®
SATURDAY, JUNE 16 ONLY
199
599
EACH
EACH
EACH
CHRISTIE COOKIES or CRACKERS Selected Types & Sizes
WHEN YOU SPEND $50 OR MORE† ON ALMOST ANYTHING IN THE STORE.
Limit 4. After limit 1.99
Rest of week 1.99
KRAFT DINNER 12 x 225g
KOOL-AID JAMMERS 10’s Selected Types
Limit 4. After limit 7.99
Limit 4. After limit 2.50
Rest of week 7.99
Rest of week 2/$5
These specials are in effect from Saturday, June 16 until Friday, June 22, 2012
329 each
DENTYNE MULTIPACK GUM 4’s Selected Flavours
229 each
MAYNARDS CANDIES 170g - 185g Selected Types
249
399
KRAFT SALAD DRESSING 475mL Selected Flavours
MAXWELL HOUSE INSTANT COFFEE 150g - 200g Selected Types
each
each
Visit shoppersdrugmart.ca to find a store nearest you. Prices and Shoppers Optimum Bonus Points® in effect from Saturday, June 16 until Friday, June 22, 2012 while quantities last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. *Our Regular Price. †Offer valid Saturday, June 16, 2012 only. Points are issued according to the net pre-tax purchase total of eligible products after redemptions and discounts and before taxes using a valid Shoppers Optimum Card®. Excludes prescription purchases, Shoppers Optimum Bonus Points®, Shoppers Optimum® MasterCard® points and points associated with the RBC® Shoppers Optimum Banking Account, products that contain codeine, tobacco products (where applicable), lottery tickets, passport photos, stamps, transit tickets and passes, event tickets, gift cards, prepaid phone cards, prepaid card products and Shoppers Home Health Care® locations. Offer applies to photofinishing services that are picked up and paid for on Saturday, June 16 only. Not to be used in conjunction with any other Shoppers Optimum Points® promotions or offers.
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A11
Region’s home prices continue to defy gravity Greater Victoria’s Over the past year, housing prices, both we have seen some median and averminor softening in age, continue to defy prices, particularly in significant the condodownward minium and price adjusttownhome ment despite sector – but major caumuch less tion flags. than might May have been showed expected. the average Aside from single family our idyllic home selling setting, to at $609,000. Peter Dolezal what might Even after we attribute Real Savvy stripping this phenomout the impact of high enon of our real estate value sales, includprices continuing to ing 24 over $1 million, defy gravity? the median price regUndoubtedly our istered at $534,000 – demographic plays a more than seven times role. With a far greater the average Canadian proportion of retired household’s annual residents, it’s reasonincome. Across Canable that the need for ada, only Greater Vanhousing mobility is far couver registers as less less among our popuaffordable. lation. We would thus Across the U.S. expect the proportion prices have fallen of mortgage-free more than 30 per households in our area cent, to a single family to be much greater house median price of than the Canadian $177,000. Yes, we do norm. These factors live in a prime area of combine to allow many Canada, but is it really home sellers to hold logical that our home prices for longer periprices are more than ods, even if doing so triple those of propresults in a much lonerties in the U.S. and ger sales cycle, or even almost twice those no sale. When housing of the average across mobility is discretionCanada? ary, rather than necesOur region’s current sary, prices are better listings have topped a supported. near-record 5,100 units. Probably a far Based on 600 sales in greater factor is the May, this is roughly continued availability eight months of invenof mortgage funds at tory levels. Even in the historically low rates. still soft U.S. market, Local mortgage broinventory stands at kers are currently offera more modest sixing five-year fixed rates month supply. at 3.19 per cent, and STORES FLYERS DEALS COUPONS BROCHURES CATALOGUES CONTESTS PRODUCTS STORES FLYERS DEALS DEA LS COU COUPON PONS S BROC BROCHUR HURES ES CAT CATALO ALOGUE GUES S CONT CONTEST ESTS S PRODUC PRO DUCTS DUC TS STO STORES RES FLY FLYERS ERS DEALS DEALS COUPO COUPO UPONS NS BRO BROCHU CHURES CHU RES
10-year rates at 3.89 per cent. This provides major price support to residential real estate, as new owners are able to enter the market, or existing owners to upgrade their homes. With the Bank of Canada and the Minister of Finance publicly worrying about household debt levels, we are likely to see a fur-
ther tightening of mortgage borrowing rules. As well, interest rates will begin to rise. When these realities materialize, our real estate prices will be affected. An overinflated balloon can stay up only for so long. Eventually, it loses air and sinks. We can only hope our real estate balloon doesn’t burst
20x
THE SHOPPERS OPTIMUM POINTS
®
WHEN YOU SPEND $50 OR MORE* ON ALMOST ANYTHING IN THE STORE.
6$/( '$<
PLUS
20x faster
These SATURDAY ONLY Specials - June 16
6
For every 1000 new “likes” we receive, we will donate $100 to the Canadian Cancer Society!
from Rexall™ Pharma Plus
COCA-COLA or PEPSI REGULAR or DIET 12 x 355mL Selected Flavours or 5.99 case. Limit 4. Rest of week 2/11.99 + Deposit & Enviro Levy Where Applicable
549
each
1
5
Not a Facebook user? Scan this code to enter the contest
ROYALE 2-PLY DOUBLE, 3-PLY ULTRA (12 Roll) or MEGA (9 Roll) BATHROOM TISSUE While quantities last. No rainchecks Limit 4. After limit 6.49 Rest of week 6.49
40
%
SAVE TIME. SAVE MONEY.
QUO COSMETIC BRUSHES, SPONGES, IMPLEMENTS or LASHES Selected Types
off†
each
LIFE BRAND EXTRA STRONG PAPER TOWELS 8 Roll Limit 4. After limit 2.99 Rest of week 2.99
30
% off†
BALÉA or LIFE BRAND SKIN CARE PRODUCTS Selected Types & Size Rest of week 20% off†
%
each
RUFFLES (235g) or SUN CHIPS (225g - 240g) Selected Types Limit 4. After limit 2.99 Rest of week 2.99
COCA-COLA or PEPSI BEVERAGES 6 x 710mL Selected Types or 3.49 each. Limit 4 Rest of week 3.49 + Deposit & Enviro Levy Where Applicable
199
25
99
2/ 50
which will include their exclusive line of organic skin care products, and much more!
To enter, visit our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/flyerland.ca/ app_160731467314127
of two per cent compared to the sizzling seven per cent annual average of the past decade. A retired corporate executive, Peter Dolezal is the author of three books. His most recent book, the Smart Canadian Wealth-builder, is available at Tanner’s Books and other bookstores.
THE REWARDS YOU WANT
- Spread the Word! Share this with friends and help us make a difference -
YOU could WIN a Summer Gift Pack
view their residence not as an asset purchased for capital gain, but rather as a comfortable place to proudly call home. Given the red flags waving over our real estate market, I for one, will be most pleased if 10 years from now, our home has shown an average annual price increase
SATURDAY, JUNE 16 ONLY!
2/ 99
Plus,
dramatically. On a related thought, for the first time in over 50 years, the security of locking in to a five- or 10-year fixed mortgage at the current low levels far outweighs the short-term rate advantage of a variable-rate mortgage. More so than in the past several decades, local buyers need to
399 each
PUREX LIQUID LAUNDRY DETERGENT (1.47L - 1.89L), FABRIC SOFTENER (1.33L) or CRYSTALS (804g) Selected Types Limit 4. After limit 4.99 Rest of week 4.99
199
each
SECRET INVISIBLE DEODORANT (45g), GILLETTE 3X (85g) or OLD SPICE ANTIPERSPIRANT/DEODORANT Selected Types & Sizes Limit 4. After limit 2.50 Rest of week 2/$5
*Points are issued according to the net pretax purchase total of eligible products after redemptions and discounts and before taxes using a valid Shoppers Optimum Card®. Excludes prescription purchases, Shoppers Optimum Bonus Points®, Shoppers Optimum® MasterCard® points and points associated with the RBC® Shoppers Optimum Banking Account, products that contain codeine, tobacco products (where applicable), lottery tickets, stamps, transit tickets and passes, event tickets, electronic gift cards, prepaid phone cards, Life Experiences® packages and Shoppers Home Health Care locations. Offer applies to photofinishing services that are picked up and paid for on Saturday, June 16, 2012. Not to be used in conjunction with any other Shoppers Optimum Points® promotions or offers. Offer valid Saturday, June 16, 2012 only. See cashier for details. ® 911979 Alberta Ltd. †Our regular price. Prices in effect from Saturday, June 16, 2012 only. While quantities last. No rainchecks. See cashier for details.
off†
ALL VITAMINS or NATURAL HEALTH PRODUCTS
699 each
COPPERTONE SUN CARE PRODUCTS Selected Types & Sizes Limit 4. After limit 8.99 Rest of week 8.99
22999 each
PLAYSTATION VITA While quantities last. No rainchecks Limit 2. After limit 249.99 Rest of week 249.99
1777 each
SELECTED LADIES’ FRAGRANCES Selection may vary by store While quantities last. No rainchecks
12999 each
NINTENDO Wii CONSOLE While quantities last. No rainchecks Limit 2. After limit 139.99 Rest of week 139.99
A12 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
NEWS REVIEW
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A13
WE’RE RENOVATING! CHECK OUT OUR NEW
LOOK.
Saturday, June 16th at 9:30am 2495 Jacklin Road Westshore Town Centre. p u e n li to 0 0 1 t s ir f Be one of the . d r a c t f i g 0 2 $ a e & receiv
PLUS From 10 am - 4 pm, update your look with a FREE mini makeover or sit down with an interior designer for a FREE décor consultation.
A12 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
NEWS REVIEW
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A13
WE’RE RENOVATING! CHECK OUT OUR NEW
LOOK.
Saturday, June 16th at 9:30am 2495 Jacklin Road Westshore Town Centre. p u e n li to 0 0 1 t s ir f Be one of the . d r a c t f i g 0 2 $ a e & receiv
PLUS From 10 am - 4 pm, update your look with a FREE mini makeover or sit down with an interior designer for a FREE décor consultation.
District of North Saanich
A14 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
NEWS REVIEW
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1301 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that all persons who believe their interest in property may be affected by an amendment to the “District of North Saanich Zoning Bylaw No. 1255, (2011)”, by Bylaw No. 1301, (2012), shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions at a PUBLIC HEARING to be held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Hall, 1620 Mills Road, North Saanich, B.C. on Monday, June 25, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of “North Saanich Zoning By-law No. 1255 (2011) Amendment Bylaw No. 1301 (2012)” is to amend the Zoning Bylaw to rezone the foreshore area and surface of the water adjacent to 2157 Tryon Road from M-6 (NonCommercial Marine 2) to M-5 (Non-Commercial Marine 1) as denoted in the highlighted portion of the map below:
All relevant documentation, including a copy of the bylaws pertaining to the above-noted amendments may be inspected at the North Saanich Municipal Hall at the address noted above between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays from June 15, 2012 to June 25, 2012 inclusive. Documentation is also available on the District’s website at www.northsaanich.ca. Mark Brodrick Director of Planning and Community Services
Christine van Reeuwyk/News staff
Like dock work Work is underway on Beacon Pier in Sidney which could be closed until mid July. The crumbling structure needs 13 new pilings, concrete encasing on five pilings and poly-wrapping for 12 others. A number of structural timbers, braces, fittings, hardware and portions of the deck will also be replaced at an estimated cost of $275,000.
CANADA
USA
JAPAN
AUSTRALIA
VENEZUELA
CHINA
GREAT BRITAIN
PERU
ECUADOR
MEXICO
NEW ZEALAND PUERTO RICO
INDONESIA
BRAZIL
CELEBRATE. INSPIRE.YOUTH. WOMEN’S INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
June 30 - July 9, 2012 Softball City, Cloverdale Athletic Park and Sunnyside Park, Surrey, BC
YOUTH Y OUTH CLINICS CLINICS July 2 - 4 Meet M Me et aand n learn nd leaarn from so some omee ooff tthe he greatest female fema male lee sof softball softb tballl players!! GGirls irirllsls and boys ages 8 - 16.
LLEARN EARN TTO OP PLAY LAY C CLINIC LINIC Saturday, July 7, 1:00pm-5:30pm Come out and spend the day with Softball BC’s Learn to Play instructors. Girls and boys ages 5 to 10.
Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/ CanadianOpenFastpitch
To register To reg gist ister er and for for more more details, de detai tails ls, vi visit sit
www.canadianopenfastpitch.com
RREGISTER EGISTER NOW! NOW! ASHLEY FURNITURE
Nanaimo
WEST SHORE MALL
Langford Parkway
Jacklin Rd. WALMART
Connect on Twitter: @CdnOpen
For all your Canadian Open news use your smartphone to scan this code
1 Hwy. 1
RONA
Bear Mtn. Vetrans Memorial Parkway
Victoria
peacearchnews.com
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A15
THE ARTS Start summer with vespers
Celebrate summer’s impending arrival with the lively music of Oliver Swain and Eric Reiswig. Hailing from Victoria, Swain is Canada’s quintessential folk and traditional musician. He eats, sleeps and breathes music, and his prolific career evidences this in many ways. He delivers his own brand of alternative folk and traditional music to the masses with a smile and a twinkle in his eye. Reiswig, co-founder of Banquo Folk Ensemble, joins Swain on flutes, whistles and uilleann pipes. They perform June 17. Celtic Vespers begins at 7 p.m. at St. John’s United Church, 10990 West Saanich Rd. There is no admission charge. An offering is taken to cover the cost of the musicians and the program. For details call Eve at 250656-5273 or email eve. kerr@telus.net.
submitted photo
The Islanders bring East Coast and Celtic flavour to the soundwaves at Beacon Park in a benefit concert June 17.
Islanders sing for Parkland kids Erin Cardone News staff
A Peninsula band and the Town of Sidney are pairing up for a benefit concert to help Parkland secondary students get involved with music. The Islanders will perform their selection of East Coast and Celtic tunes at a show at the pavillion in Beacon Park for donations to the
school’s music program. “I really believe in supporting the music [program] at Parkland,” said Islanders frontman Phil Turpin. “This town has been good to me. I want to give back with some sound.” The by-donation concert happens Sunday, June 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. in Beacon Park. editor@peninsulanewsreview.com
Summer So lstice ambient music
tea
poetry
remembrance
picnics
Saturday, June 23rd 11am 3pm Special musical guests
The Homegoing Brass Band Traditional processional music Join us from 4-5 pm for a reception and informal conversation about processional music.
Additional event info & map at www.robp.ca
DEADLINE SUNDAY! 5 HURRY! Buy now to Win
FATHER’S DAY Special Prizes...
5 BC LIONS Packs worth $10,000 or cash option.
Cut off Midnight June 17
AND... Don’t miss your chance at
2 Homes or Cash worth Millions! HURRY... 3 tickets for as little as $60.
HURRY! OVER
.6N $I3 LLIO M
ZES IN PRI
Got your 50/50 ticket yet? Now over
$1.2 Million!
HEROES TICKETS: 2 for only $50. 50/50 TICKETS: only $10 each. 50/50 Plus tickets must be ordered in conjunction with your Heroes Lottery ticket order. Winner takes half.
Winner will choose 1 prize option; other prize options will not be awarded. Rules of Play: HeroesLottery.com Home Hours, Locations and Tickets:
HeroesLottery.com
1-866-597-4376
MILLIONS IN CASH OPTIONS TO WIN! / TICKETS AT THE PRIZE HOMES AND
Chances are 1 in 480,600 (total tickets for sale) to win the 50/50 grand prize Chances are 1 in 390,000 (total tickets for sale) to win a grand prize. Problem Gambling Help Line 1-888-795-6111 www.bcresponsiblegambling.ca
Know your limit, play within it.
TM
50/50 BC Gaming Event Licence #42892 BC Gaming Event Licence #42893
19+ to play!
A16 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
3 DAYS ONLY!
Spend $200 and receive ea *
FREE
June 15, 16 & 17
receive
CAMP CHAIR available in red or brown
19.00 value
$
*Spend $200 or more before applicable taxes at any Real Canadian dian Superstore Supersstore re location loc locat atiion and receive ve a free free camp caamp chair. Excludes purchase of tobacco, alcohol products, prescriptions, gift cards, phone cards, lottery tickets, all third party operations (post office, gas bars, dry cleaners, etc.) and any other products which are provincially regulated. The retail value of $19.00 will be deducted from the total amount of your purchase before sales taxes are applied. Limit one coupon per family and/or customer account. No cash value. No copies. Coupon must be presented to the cashier at time of purchase. Valid from Friday, June 15th until closing Thursday, June 21st 2012. Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotional offers. No substitutions, refunds or exchanges on free item. 517963 / 535572 4
10000 01861
10
¢
per litre in
Superbucks
with each gasoline purchase
3
redeem for merchandise at the store
Tera Gear™ Deck Grill
Tera Gear™ 84K BTU Weekend Warrior BBQ grill
510957
save
192581
save
%
30
90
!& &$
00
after savings
40% Also available in natural gas at select stores, 936654, $299 after savings
PCÂŽ foldable bistro set 3 pc.
XBOX 360 4GB + KINECT BUNDLE each, 689235/953600 also available in black
save
%
40
59
RECEIVE PRESIDENTS CHOICEÂŽ $50 GIFT CARD WITH THE PURCHASE OF AN XBOX 360 4GB + KINECT CONSOLE
" cNYbR
182165
PC Ž, President’s Choice Ž, le Choix du PrÊsident Ž trademarks and logos displayed in this material are trademarks of Loblaws Inc. All rights reserved. See back of gift card for terms and conditions.
fresh pork tenderloin or back ribs 316522 / 237217
3
CLUB SIZE
28 /lb 7.23/kg
40%
107
00
after savings
PCÂŽ family pack alkaline batteries
save
%
40
after savings
918474
save
"
299
00
PCÂŽ deck bistro set
191503
`NcR
When you purchase Xbox 360 4GB+Kinect Bundle you will receive a bonus President’s ChoiceŽ $50 gift card. The retail value $50 for the President’s ChoiceŽ gift card will be deducted from the total amount of your purchase before sales taxes are applied. Limit one coupon per family and/ or customer account. No cash value. No copies. Coupon must be presented to the cashier at time of purchase. Valid from store opening June 15th until closing June 21st, 2012. Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotional offers. No substitutions, refunds or exchanges on free item.
NEWS REVIEW
AA12, AAA8
1600 PSI 876097
5
save
97 60 $
after savings
Atlantic lobster tail frozen, 142-170 g average
after savings
Blue Clean electric power washer
346705 / 711773
LIMIT 4, AFTER LIMIT 9.99 EACH
00
Arctic Treats
99
00
after savings
8� ice cream cakes selected varieties, frozen, 800 g 195953
248792
LIMIT 6, AFTER LIMIT 10.98 EACH
7
98 each
15
00 each
>ĂƒĂŒiĂ€ >Ă€`
Prices are in effect until Thursday, June 21, 2012 or while stock lasts. Quantities and/or selection of items may be limited and may not be available in all stores. NO RAINCHECKS OR SUBSTITUTIONS on clearance items or where quantities are advertised as limited. Advertised pricing and product selection (avour, colour, patterns, style) may vary by store location. We reserve the right to limit quantities to reasonable family requirements. We are not obligated to sell items based on errors or misprints in typography or photography. Coupons must be presented and redeemed at time of purchase. Applicable taxes, deposits, or environmental surcharges are extra. No sales to retail outlets. Some items may have “plus deposit and environmental chargeâ€? where applicable. ÂŽ/TM The trademarks, service marks and logos displayed in this newspaper ad are trademarks of Loblaws Inc. and others. All rights reserved. Š 2012 Loblaws Inc. Customer Relations: 1-866-999-9890.
ŠMasterCard & PayPass are registered trademarks of MasterCard International Incorporated. President’s Choice Back a licensee of the marks. President’s Choice Financial MasterCard is provided by President’s Choice Bank. President’s Choice Financial banking services are provided by the direct banking division of CIBC. PC points loyalty program is provided by President’s Choice Services Inc. ŠPC, President’s Choice, President’s Choice Financial and Fresh Financial Thinking are registered trademarks of Loblaws Inc. Trademarks use under licence.
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A17
SPORTS NEWS IN BRIEF
Island karate members to represent Canada
Golf glory to raise funds for Winspear Centre
A healthy dozen Islanders will represent Canada in karate next month. The team representing Canada at the 2012 Kimura Shukokai International World Karate Championships in Atlantic City, N.J. from July 8 to 13 will include 12 members from Vancouver Island. Led by multiple medallist and chief instructor for Western Canada, sensei David Bentley, the team draws on members from KSI karate schools on the Saanich Peninsula, Sooke, Shirley and the Western Communities. The Kimura Shukokai International World Championships are held every second year and team members have been training hard for the past year in preparation for the 2012 event.
Cash, prizes and bragging rights are at stake during the Winspear Cup. Participants will compete in a fierce but friendly golf tournament at the Glen Meadows Golf and Country Club. The Pro-Am Charity Event has been supported by the Winspear Family since the 1970s and this year funds raised by the event will support the SANSCHA Community Cultural Centre Foundation, the fundraising organization for the Mary Winspear Community Cultural Centre. Sign up early to register your company, team or organization. Teams are entered on a first come, first-served basis. Each team of three will be matched with a professional golfer. They will provide golf tips and techniques throughout the 18-hole course.
All groups of players will tee off in a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. on July 17. The event includes a day of golf plus dinner. Visit www.marywinspear.ca or call 250-656-0275 for registration information.
Glen Meadows event to build better beds The 24th annual Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation golf tournament is today, June 15 at Glen Meadows Golf and Country Club. The event starts at 1 p.m. Proceeds this year go toward the current campaign to modernize rooms, provide new beds and the latest in fall prevention technology, and new physical therapy equipment in the hospital’s extended care unit. Send your sports story ideas to sports@peninsulnewsreview. com.
Victoria Regional Transit
Summer Service Changes Effective June 25 During the summer months, there is less customer demand for transit service. Matching customer needs for the summer enables BC Transit to provide more service during the rest of the year. Most of the bus routes will have summer service changes. This includes seasonal cancellation of express and trips to secondary schools, UVic and Camosun. The following routes will not provide summer service: t t t t t t t t
Y Y
67JD %PXOUPXO &YQSFTT 6QUPXO &YQSFTT $FEBS )JMM $FEBS )JMM )JMMTJEF .BMM 67JD 67JD WJB 3JDINPOE 4XBSU[ #BZ 67JD
More service begins on September 4.
(00(-& Transit Trip Planner Google Transit combines the latest BC Transit schedule and route information with the power of Google Maps. To help plan your trip visit wXX CDUSBOTJU DPN, go to 7JDUPSJB, and click on 5SJQ 1MBOOFS.
Scan with your smartphone for Google Transit Victoria
2033
Victoria Regional Transit Commission
Transit Info 250¡382¡ t www.bctransit.com
A Smooth Driveway Makes a Great First Impression Correcting cracked, uneven pavement or installing a new driveway will dramatically improve the curb appeal of your home. Call the paving professionals for quality service and a flawless finish.
Residential & Commercial Paving concrete • asphalt • driveway • walkways • patios repair • new installations • grading • sealcoating Free, no-obligation estimates Family owned and operated Serving YOUR community for over 40 years
748 Audley Street, Victoria, BC 250-383-0332 | www.madisonpaving.ca
INFORMATION FEATURE
New program recycles outdoor power equipment #SJUJTI $PMVNCJBOT IBWF B SFQ VUBUJPO GPS CFJOH ²HSFFO ³ "OE XIJMF XF BSF OPU BT PWFS UIF UPQ BT XF BSF PGUFO QPSUSBZFE NPTU PG VT XPVME BHSFF UIF FOWJSPO NFOU JT B UPQ QSJPSJUZ +VTU UBLF B MPPL BU #$¾T TVD DFTTGVM JOEVT USZ MFE SFDZDMJOH QSPHSBNT *O FEATURING #SJUJTI $P MVNCJB CFDBNF UIF žSTU SFHJPO JO /PSUI "NFS JDB UP MBVODI B Product Care Association DPNQSFIFOTJWF
*$ JT GVOEFE CZ B GFF PO UIF TBMF PG OFX QPXFS FRVJQNFOU QSPE VDUT 5IJT GFF DPWFST QSPHSBN DPTUT BOE NJHIU CF JODMVEFE JO B QSPEVDU¾T QSJDF PS TIPXO BT B TFQBSBUF DIBSHF BU DIFDL PVU *O BEEJUJPO UP UIF OFX PVUEPPS QPXFS FRVJQ NFOU SFDZDMJOH QSPHSBN #$¾T - J H I U 3F D ZD M F &MFDUSP3FDZDMF BOE 3FUVSO *U &MFDUSPOJDT QSP HSBNT XJMM CF FYQBOEJOH UIFJS MJTUT PG BDDFQU FE QSPEVDUT UP JODMVEF NPSF PG UIF FMFDUSPOJDT BOE FMFDUSJDBM QSPEVDUT XF DPN NPOMZ GPVOE BSPVOE UIF IPVTF 'PS #SJUJTI $PMVNCJBOT UIJT NFBOT EJWFSUJOH NPSF XBTUF GSPN #$¾T MBOEžMMT BOE QMBZJOH B MBSHFS QBSU JO IFMQJOH NVOJDJQBMJ UJFT TQFOE MFTT PO XBTUF NBO BHFNFOU 0O +VMZ TU XJUI NPSF SFDZDMJOH PQUJPOT BU PVS EJTQPTBM XF¾MM DPOUJOVF MJWJOH VQ UP #$¾T XFMM FBSOFE HSFFO SFQVUBUJPO ° XIJDI JT TPNFUIJOH XF DBO BMM UBLF QSJEF JO
GREEN NEWS
Mark Kurschner
EFQPTJU SFGVOE SFDZDMJOH TZTUFN GPS CFWFSBHF DPOUBJOFST 4JODF UIFO JOEVTUSZ NBO BHFE QSPHSBNT IBWF CFFO FT UBCMJTIFE BDSPTT UIF QSPWJODF UP SFDZDMF FWFSZUIJOH GSPN UJSFT BOE QBJOU UP FMFDUSPOJDT BOE TNBMM BQQMJBODFT "U 1SPEVDU $BSF "TTPDJBUJPO XF IBWF TVDDFTTGVMMZ NBOBHFE NBOZ PG UIFTF QSPHSBNT BOE IBWF XBUDIFE UIFN SFDPWFS WBMV BCMF SFTPVSDFT UIBU XPVME PUIFS XJTF HP UP MBOEžMM 4PPO #$ XJMM CF BCMF UP BEE BOPUIFS SFTQPOTJCMF SFDZDMJOH QSPHSBN UP JUT SPTUFS 0O +VMZ TU UIF 0VUEPPS 1PXFS &RVJQNFOU *OTUJUVUF PG $BOBEB 01&*$ XJMM JOUSPEVDF B OFX QSPWJODF XJEF QSPHSBN UP SF DZDMF FMFDUSJDBM PVUEPPS QPXFS FRVJQNFOU TVDI BT MBXO NPXFST BOE HSBTT USJNNFST 5IF QSPHSBN XJMM BDDFQU PWFS EJGGFSFOU UZQFT PG FMFDUSJDBM PVUEPPS QPXFS FRVJQNFOU QSPE VDUT GPS SFDZDMJOH BU OVNFSPVT EFQPUT BDSPTT UIF QSPWJODF "T XJUI PUIFS FYJTUJOH OPO QSPG JU SFDZDMJOH QSPHSBNT JO #$ 01&
.BSL ,VSTDIOFS JT QSFTJEFOU PG 1SPEVDU $BSF "TTPDJBUJPO B OPO QSPžU BHFODZ SFTQPOTJCMF GPS NBOBHJOH QSPEVDU TUFXBSE TIJQ QSPHSBNT JO #$ 'PS NPSF JOGPSNBUJPO WJTJU QSPEVDUDBSF PSH 5P MFBSO NPSF DBMM UIF 3FDZDMJOH $PVODJM PG #$¾T IPUMJOF BU PS JO UIF -PXFS .BJOMBOE PS WJTJU XXX PQFJD DB
A18 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
Sell your stuff!
Limited Time Offer!
Private Party Merchandise Ad 1" PHOTO + 5 LINES
Companies, councils must work together for real results: Finall
29
97 plus tax
Choose: Black Press Community Newspapers!
3
Add any other Greater Victoria paper for only $9.99 each +tax
Call 250-388-3535 SOOKENEWS
MIRROR
www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Share your situation
WE’LL BE IN VICTORIA, EXCHANGING THE OLD BC HYDRO METER ON YOUR HOME WITH A NEW SMART METER. BC Hydro is upgrading homes and businesses with new smart meters. Moving to a more efďŹ cient, modernized grid will help us meet the growing demand for electricity while continuing to deliver safe, reliable power throughout the province.
EXPECT CONGESTION ON ROADS OF SAANICH, CENTRAL SAANICH AND NORTH SAANICH DURING THE BICYCLE PORTION OF EVENT ON SUNDAY MORNING. PLEASE REFER TO THE MAP FOR THE ROUTE.
Here’s what you can expect: ã 7\SLFDOO\ PHWHU LQVWDOODWLRQ ZLOO WDNH SODFH Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. PST.
FREE DANONE KIDS’ RUN! Saturday June 16 @ 2:00PM Hamsterly Beach, Elk Lake
ĂŁ 0HWHU LQVWDOOHUV ZLOO KDYH %& +\GUR DQG &RUL[ logos on their trucks and uniforms, and photo
Â? 300m, 800m and 1.5km distances for kids ages 3-13! Â? Ribbons, race bibs, and goodie bags full of snacks & prizes for all participants!
identification badges. ĂŁ <RX GRQĂœW QHHG WR EH KRPH DV ORQJ DV ZH have safe and clear access to your meter—please remove any physical modifications that prevent a meter exchange.
Come cheer on Londonbound 2012 Olympian Brent McMahon!
ĂŁ ,Q PRVW FDVHV WKH H[FKDQJH ZLOO WDNH OHVV WKDQ PLQXWHV
3460
ĂŁ <RX ZLOO H[SHULHQFH D EULHI SRZHU LQWHUUXSWLRQ LQ PRVW FDVHV LW ZLOO ODVW 60Â seconds. For more information about the smart meter installation process, visit bchydro.com/smartmeterinstall.
Retailers are missing out on that money while municipalities are forgoing big sums in tax revenue, Taylor said. “I mean it’s just a no brainer. Municipalities can say we don’t want housing development or commercial development, but they’re cutting off their nose to spite their face.� The 12 major employers say they’ve had a hard time cracking the shell of North Saanich, but that council’s balance of power shows them more favour since
November. Richardson said five potential developments in the Robin Richardson, vice-presidistrict are on their radar for dent of operations at Scott Plasattainable housing. tics will make a presentation at “I absolutely and completely Tuesday’s tri-municipal council understand that need,â€? Mayor meeting. Alice Finall said. “I completely “That [election] significantly support a genuine process to changed the balance of power, address those needs.â€? specifically where North SaanFinall has long stated she ich is concerned,â€? he said. doesn’t believe increased den“There seems to be much sity equals affordable housing. more support from the North The district needs to hear from Saanich council,â€? Brown added. employers how all parties can “In some ways the increase in work together to ensure new interest and visibility is a funcunits go to workers who need tion of the sense, on the part of them. “People shop where the community, that now things “We haven’t seen a proposal they live. They’re shopping for a plan so that they might are possible.â€? At Scott Plastics, one at Thrifty’s out in Colwood, ensure that this housing would employee commutes from Mill become workforce housing. Bay and another from Cow- not Sidney or Saanichton.â€? It would be really useful for ichan. Seastar Chemicals lost councillors to know what steps – Doug Taylor, Saanich a recruit from England who they’re taking. All they’ve done Peninsula Chamber said the salary offered wasn’t is express the need, but how do of Commerce enough to afford a home close we address the need in a gento work. uine way to reach the people The group of 12 estimate we’re trying to reach?â€? only one quarter of about 2,000 Asked whether she might proemployees in the industrial area pose working with employers Two surveys are currently live in North Saanich or Sidney, to achieve workforce housing underway to study where according to their surveys. in a proposed development at Peninsula employees reside. Therefore about 75 per cent of Canora and East Saanich roads, The 12 industrial employers a $100 million payroll leaves the Finall said, “Of course there’s are conducting their own. Peninsula daily to be spent elsethat kind of possibility and it’s The Peninsula Chamber where. something that can be raised is conducting the other. A “People shop where they live. at council. If council agrees to it link to it can be found at They’re shopping at Thrifty’s ‌ staff can only do as council peninsulanewsreview.com, on out in Colwood, not Sidney or directs.â€? the right hand side, halfway Saanichton,â€? said Doug Taylor, The tri-municipal council down. Click the black button executive director of the Saanmeeting happens Tuesday, June that says “Workforce Housing ich Peninsula Chamber of Com19 at 7 p.m. at the Mary WinSurvey.â€? merce. spear Centre and is open to the public. Sidney, North Saanich and Central JLE;8P Saanich councils will ALE< (. discuss issues that -1+,8DÆ)GD affect all three municipalities, including THE TRIATHLON! housing. Join us for one of Saanich’s largest and longest running sporting events on Sunday, June 17th! editor@peninsulanews Cheer on hundreds of athletes from all across North America as they complete a Half Ironman, review.com Olympic or Sprint distance triathlon in and around Elk Lake and the beautiful Saanich Peninsula. Continued from page A1
(99¢ extra lines) Runs until it sells! Up to 8 weeks
$
NEWS REVIEW
SAUNDERS FAMILY WALK Saturday June 16 @ 2:30PM Hamsterly Beach, Elk Lake Â?Lots of draw prizes for everyone! Â?Join pro athletes, special guests & walkers of all ages Â?Recreational walk of 1km, 3km, or 10km Elk Lake Loop
For 50 years, BC Hydro has been providing clean, reliable electricity to you. Today we are planning for the next 50 years by investing in new projects, upgrading existing facilities and working with you to conserve energy through Power Smart.
DXgj s @e]f s I\^`jk\i s Mfclek\\i nnn%KI@J<I@<J%ZX&m`Zkfi`X
Employers seek solutions Twelve major employers west of the highway say they’d be willing to help employees secure workforce housing. They’ve seen examples of employers helping with down payments for employees who sign on for long term employment.
What do you think? Does the Peninsula need affordable housing? Who’s responsible for making sure it helps the right people? Send an email to editor@ peninsulanewsreview. com or comment on the story online, at peninsulanewsreview. com.
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A19
Your community. Your classifieds.
250.388.3535 fax 250.388-0202 email classified@peninsulanewsreview.com
$2997 plus tax
SELL YOUR STUFF!
Choose any: Black Press Community Newspapers!
3
Private Party Merchandise Ad 1" PHOTO + 5 LINES
(99¢ extra lines) Runs till it sells, up to 8 weeks!
Add any other Greater Victoria paper for only $9.99 each +tax
SOOKENEWS
MIRROR
0ENINSULA .EWSĂĽ2EVIEW
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMING EVENTS
LOST AND FOUND
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
HOME CARE/SUPPORT
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS: On Sunday, June 24th the Ryder Hesjedal’s Tour de Victoria, an organized bicycle ride for up to 2,500 participants will occur. As a result you can expect some trafďŹ c delays and road closures. For more information www.tourdevictoria.com or call 250-590-6325.
LOST: BRIGHT pink cloth envelope-style glasses case and polyester scarf, white with colourful owers, sentimental. call (250)388-0557.
An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilďŹ eld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.
FOOD & OTHER PRODUCT IN-STORE SAMPLERS
OCCASSIONAL DOG Minder. Small, quiet older dog in Sidney needs a kind, occassional home to be a couch potato when his folks are away on day or weekend trips. Must have fenced yard or patio. $25/day + food. 778-426-4918
CARE ATTENDANT RCA CertiďŹ cate and/or home care experience. Entry level. Live out. Must be free to travel. Ref’s required. 778-410-5088
$EADLINES 7EDNESDAYĂĽ%DITIONĂĽ 8PSE "ET -ONDAYx xAM %JTQMBZ "ET &RIDAYx xAM &RIDAYĂĽ%DITION 8PSE "ET 7EDNESDAYx xPM %JTQMBZ "ET x4UESDAYx xAM -!*/2ĂĽ#!4%'/2)%3ĂĽ).ĂĽ /2$%2ĂĽ/&ĂĽ!00%!2!.#% &!-),9x!../5.#%-%.43 #/--5.)49x!../5.#%-%.43 42!6%,x #(),$2%.x%-0,/9-%.4 0%23/.!,x3%26)#%3 "53).%33x3%26)#%3x 0%43x x,)6%34/#+ -%2#(!.$)3%x&/2x3!,% 2%!,x%34!4% 2%.4!,3 !54/-/4)6% -!2).%
INFORMATION
$)3#2)-).!4/29 ,%')3,!4)/.
!DVERTISERSx AREx REMINDEDx THATx 0ROVINCIALx LEGISLATIONx FORBIDSx THEx PUBLICATIONxOFxANYxADVERTISEMENTx WHICHx DISCRIMINATESx AGAINSTx ANYx PERSONxBECAUSExOFxRACE xRELIGION x SEX x COLOUR x NATIONALITY x ANCESTRYx ORxPLACExOFxORIGIN xORxAGE xUNLESSx THEx CONDITIONx ISx JUSTIÙEDx BYx Ax BONAx ÙDEx REQUIREMENTx FORx THEx WORKxINVOLVED
#/092)'(4
#OPYRIGHTx AND ORx PROPERTIESx SUBSISTx INx ALLx ADVERTISEMENTx ANDx INx ALLx OTHERx MATERIALx APPEARINGx INx THISx EDITIONx OFx BCCLASSIÙED COM x 0ERMISSIONx TOx REPRODUCEx WHOLLYxORxINxPARTxANDxINxANYxFORMx WHATSOEVER x PARTICULARLYx BYx Ax PHOTOGRAPHICx ORx OFFSETx PROCESSx INxAxPUBLICATIONxMUSTxBExOBTAINEDx INxWRITINGxFROMxTHExxPUBLISHER x!NYx UNAUTHORIZEDxREPRODUCTIONxWILLxBEx SUBJECTxTOxRECOURSExINxLAW
!DVERTISEĂĽACROSSĂĽ 6ANCOUVERĂĽ)SLANDĂĽ INĂĽTHEĂĽ ĂĽBEST READĂĽCOMMUNITYĂĽ NEWSPAPERS /.ĂĽ4(%ĂĽ7%"
BUSINESS FOR SALE
.
Be your own boss publishing your own local entertainment / humour magazine. Javajoke publications is offering an exclusive protected license in your area. We will teach you our lucrative proven system, step by step by step to create the wealth that you want. Perfect for anyone FT / PT, from semi-retired to large scale enterprise. Call today to get your no obligation info packet. Toll FREE 1-855-406-1253
!'2%%-%.4
)Tx ISx AGREEDx BYx ANYx $ISPLAYx ORx #LASSIÙEDx !DVERTISERx REQUESTINGx SPACEx THATx THEx LIABILITYx OFx THEx PAPERx INx THEx EVENTx OFx FAILUREx TOx PUBLISHx ANx ADVERTISEMENTx SHALLx BExLIMITEDxTOxTHExAMOUNTxPAIDxBYx THEx ADVERTISERx FORx THATx PORTIONx OFx THEx ADVERTISINGx OCCUPIEDx BYx THEx INCORRECTxITEMxONLYxANDxTHATxTHEREx SHALLx BEx NOx LIABILITYx INx ANYx EVENTx BEYONDxTHExAMOUNTxPAIDxFORxSUCHx ADVERTISEMENT x 4HEx PUBLISHERx SHALLx NOTx BEx LIABLEx FORx SLIGHTx CHANGESx ORx TYPOGRAPHICALx ERRORSx THATxDOxNOTxLESSENxTHExVALUExOFxANx ADVERTISEMENT BCCLASSIÙED COMx CANNOTx BEx RESPONSIBLEx FORx ERRORSx AFTERx THEx ÙRSTx DAYx OFx PUBLICATIONx OFx ANYx ADVERTISEMENT x.OTICExOFxERRORSxONx THEx ÙRSTx DAYx SHOULDx IMMEDIATELYx BEx CALLEDx TOx THEx ATTENTIONx OFx THEx #LASSIÙEDx $EPARTMENTx TOx BEx CORRECTEDx FORx THEx FOLLOWINGx EDITION BCCLASSIÙED COMxRESERVESx THExRIGHTxTOxREVISE xEDIT xCLASSIFYxORx REJECTx ANYx ADVERTISEMENTx ANDx TOx RETAINx ANYx ANSWERSx DIRECTEDx TOx THEx BCCLASSIÙED COMx "OXx 2EPLYx 3ERVICEx ANDx TOx REPAYx THEx CUSTOMERxFORxTHExSUMxPAIDxFORxTHEx ADVERTISEMENTxANDxBOXxRENTAL
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
HEALTHY BODIES, Healthy Minds – A Supervised Walking Program for Older Adults. Are you 65+ & want to become more physically active? Contact Kristina at 250-472-5288 to learn more about this exciting research study.
Start Saving Your Bottles! Gorge Masters Soccer Team Bottle Drive Fundraiser for World Cup Masters July 7th, Hampton Park from 10 am-1 pm
LEGALS WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT Notice is hereby given that Kustom Towing, (2009) Ltd, 3297 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8Z 3K9 will be selling: 1990 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER 1C3XY66R2LD767351 Owner A. Jowsey 2001 HYUNDIA ELANTRA KMHDM45001U181566 Owner A. King Will be sold on June 22, 2012. At 647B Dupplin Rd, Victoria, BC between 10am-2pm.
MAKE A FORTUNE with $3000, we know how. Free info pack. Call (250)590-9634. DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
DRIVERS WANTED: TerriďŹ c career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed!! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 wks. vacation & beneďŹ ts pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License with air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver DO NOT FILL IN CITY or STATE KURT LEROY TRUCKING LTD, CAMPBELL RIVER, BC Logging Truck Drivers needed full time and part time for Campbell River, North Island and Port Alberni. BeneďŹ ts included. Must have 3 years minimum experience in the logging industry. Sub-Contract Log Haul Trucks needed, full time for Campbell River, North Island and Port Alberni.Must be Safe CertiďŹ ed, WCB. Licenced Mechanic, must have Log Truck experience, CVI ticket an asset. Full Time, beneďŹ ts included. Please fax your resume and drivers abstract to 250-287-9914 or email to yorel@telus.net
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
HOT GUYS! HOT CHAT! HOT FUN! Try Free! Call 250220-3334 or 800-777-8000. www.interactivemale.com
HELP WANTED
JMP Marketing Services Reliable since 1979
FOUND: DENTISTRY; Adult partial plate/steel reinforcement- Lower ½ denture with 4 molars- Expensive and new Found in Oak Bay in June. Call Reni 250-656-6747
HELP WANTED
PERSONAL SERVICES THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Experienced Boom man • Grapple Yarder Operator • Hooktender • Off Highway Logging Truck Driver • Heavy Duty Mechanics • Chasers • A-frame Operator Full time with union rates and beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-9564888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.
ART/MUSIC/DANCING PIANO LESSONS, all grades and ages. Joanne Lambert, B Music; RMT; AVCM, 250-6526644. saanichtonpiano.com
HELP WANTED
FINANCIAL SERVICES DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!
Qualify Now To Be Debt Free 1-877-220-3328 Licensed, Government Approved, BBB Accredited.
HELP WANTED
Creative Services Graphic Designer - Full Time Due to high sales volumes Arbutus RV is looking to add the following team members at our Sidney Location SERVICE SUPERVISOR This is a “hands on� position and the ideal person will have experience in all areas of RV Service, Repair and Installations as well the ability to provide training and guidance to the Service Team. Strong PC skills are also an asset. SERVICE WRITER COUNTER PERSON If you are enthusiastic, energetic, love meeting people, have strong PC skills and a career in a growing RV Parts & Service department excites you please submit your resume.
We offer employee beneďŹ ts with Extended Medical/Dental and an RRSP program along with above average wages. Looking for a NEW job?
TRADES, TECHNICAL BLASTER WITH WCB CertiďŹ cate for remote Mining Camp in the interior. 15 day contract. Ref’s required. 778-410-5088
CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS www.bcjobnetwork.com
RV SERVICE TECHNICIAN If you are an RV technician and/or an apprentice working towards certiďŹ cation with a carpentry/ mechanical/electrical/plumbing background and are looking for year-round employment with a company that recognizes your talents, contact Arbutus RV. We will offer training to the proven performers.
LOST AND FOUND
.com
FOUND: SET of keys with Volvo remote Wed., 8 June at Esquimalt Lagoon. 250-381-8393
HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Guaranteed $11/hour, 25% proďŹ t sharing, paid overtime, beneďŹ ts, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Call 250391-7976 today for an interview.
Try part-time work as a Food Demonstrator 6-10 days a month in Thrifty, Quality Foods, Safeway, Save On Foods, London Drugs and more! JOB DESCRIPTION: You must be a go-getter able to work on your own who enjoys talking to people & doing basic cooking. Great for men & women, seniors, retirees & mature adults. AVAILABILITY: Fri & Sat and/or Sat & Sun (the 2 days vary but need to be exible to work either shift) from 11am to 5pm. REQUIREMENTS: - Fully uent in English - Own a car to carry supplies - Be well groomed & bondable - Able to carry medium weight equipment into stores. Pay starts at $10.50/hr. Training via DVD at no charge. Call JMP Marketing toll-free at 1-800-991-1989, press ext. 30
RV SALES LOT DRIVER As a lot person/driver, you will hold a valid Class 5 licence. You will pride yourself on the delivery and presentation of each RV on our lot. Bring your enthusiasm, excellent work ethic and reliability!
PERSONALS
FOUND NEAR Cook St Village TINY album with pictures of oriental baby. Call (250)382-9734.
ELECTRICIAN JOURNEYMAN position, Port Hardy. Residential, commercial, industrial installations & maintenance. Require valid driver’s licence, electrician trade certiďŹ cate & BCTQ. Send resume: fax 250-949-9230 or email kkelec@cablerocket.com.
Need To Get Out Of The House, Talk To People & Create Extra Income?
If being a member of a successful team is part of your future, please submit your rĂŠsumĂŠ via e-mail to kdigness@arbutusrv.ca
The Victoria News is looking for a skilled advertising designer to join our community newspaper’s production department. This full time position requires the successful applicant to be proďŹ cient in AdobeCS3: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat on a Mac platform. Experience in web design would be an asset. The position may require shift and weekend work. Creative design experience in graphic arts is preferred, and a portfolio is required. You are a self-starter, team player and are comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. We are a well-established, nationallyrecognized community newspaper group with more than 150 community, daily and urban papers located in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio. Those interested in applying should submit their resumĂŠ by Monday, June 25, 2012 to: Janice Marshall, Production Manager 818 Broughton St., Victoria, BC V8W 1E4 E-mail: creative@vicnews.com Fax: (250) 386-2624 All inquiries and applications will be held in the strictest conďŹ dence. We would like to thank in advance all who apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
www.blackpress.ca
A20 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com PERSONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE SERVICES
OLD RADIO, works, $20. 3’ punching bag $10.Chesterfield great cond.$69. 250-544-4933
REAL ESTATE
SHARED ACCOMMODATION
For scrap vehicle
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Portraiture-Baby+Family Maternity. Home Movies to DVD. Call 250-4753332. www.cwpics.com
COMPLETE WINE making kit (bottles, 5 carboys), printer with a built in fax machine and a rotor (used for your internet on your lap top). Call (250)381-1557.
WANTED: COMPUTER desk (small size or corner style). Please call 250-514-6688.
FREE ITEMS FREE: 5’ wide china cabinet, cream colored. Call (250)6529912.
CARS
$50-$1000 CASH
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
ANTIQUE/CLASSICS
SIDNEY. FURNISHED room. satellite, laundry, heat, hydro, $450./mo. 250-654-0477.
ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.
METAL ROOFING & siding sales. Seconds avail. Custom roof Flashings. 250-544-3106.
ROOMS FOR RENT
SPORTING GOODS
FUEL/FIREWOOD
BUILDING SUPPLIES
TRANSPORTATION
WANTED: DUMBBELL Weights for working out. Please call 250-514-6688.
SMALL ANTIQUE oak rocker, excellent condition, $99, obo. Call 250-658-8743.
WANTED: CLEAN fridge’s, upright freezers, 24” stoves, portable dishwashers, less than 15 yrs old. McFarland Industries, (250)885-4531.
TRANSPORTATION
FRIENDLY FRANK
FOR SALE BY OWNER
FATHER’S DAY Sale on Tools & Hdwe; Leather Sofa w/Brass Nail-Heads $249.; Mattress, B/Spr sets $99.; 5pc Dinette $99.; Bookcases $49.; No HST Sale Prices ! BUY & SAVE, 9818 4th St., Sidney. buyandsave.ca Visa, M/C. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewellery. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700
SAVE ON COMMISSION Sell your home for $6900 or 1% plus $900 fees FULL MLS SERVICE! 4210 QUADRA 3250 sq.ft. 5-bdrm, 3 bath. Private, well-kept yard. Lot size 11,000 sq.ft. Must be seen! $619,000. (250)479-1194.
CALL: 250-727-8437
Jasmine Parsons www.jasmineparsons.com One Percent Realty V.I.
HOUSES FOR SALE CORDOVA BAY. $610,000. (Bring Offers). 3 bdrm, 3 bath. Handicap features, suite, view, on bike trail. 250-818-5397.
HOMES WANTED
TOWNHOUSES SIDNEY: $389,900. Move in ready, sparkling clean. 2 bdrm+ den, 3 bath. Children and pet ok. 5 appl’s, fenced yard, garage. Call Lu Fraser Pemb. Holmes (250)384-8124.
WE BUY HOUSES
RENTALS
Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!
APARTMENT/CONDO COOK STREET VILLAGE Captain Cook Apartments 1025 Sutlej Street • Bachelor sunny with balcony $750. • 1 Bdrm sunny with balcony $875. • 2 Bdrm corner suite with a wrap-around balcony, $1350. Security Building Rent includes Heat & H/W, NOT INCLUDED Cable & Personal Hydro. Sorry NO Pets! 1 Year Lease Call (250) 595-5634
Call: 1-250-616-9053 www.webuyhomesbc.com
OPEN HOUSE LOCATED AT Saratoga Beach, 2665 sq. ft. 4 bedroom two story home located on a level, landscaped lot close to shopping, beach, marina and golfing. Open concept with vaulted ceilings in the great room. New maple kitchen with granite sink and 9 ft. pantry. Main floor laundry, media room/family room downstairs with space for storage and workshop. Built in vac & sprinkler systems. This is an excellent family home or retirement home. A true Vancouver Island gem. Open house June 16 & 17 th. 1-3 pm. To view 250-337-1817 or 250-8978610
COOK ST Village area. 1bdrm, hardwood floors. Heat, hot water, storage, parking incl $795 ns or pets. 250-383-1491
TILLICUM MALL. Furnished Rm in apt. bus route. NS/NP. $550 inclusive. 250-893-8727.
SUITES, LOWER BRENTWOOD Bachelor quiet, priv entr, central area. NS/NP. $600 incl. 250-652-6680 eve’s. COLWOOD- COZY 1 bdrm bsmt suite, $720 inclds utils & wifi. Close to Royal Roads Univ, shopping, Galloping Goose trail. Pet friendly, N/S. June 1. Refs. 250-294-5516.
MAPLEWOOD AREA- New small 1 bdrm, partly furnished. Inclds utils, laundry, basic cable. Very quiet. $795./mo. NS/NP. Call (250)383-3425. MAYFAIR AREA, 1 bdrm main floor, close to bus & shopping. $900, all inclusive. July. 1. NS/NP. 250-380-2741.
SIDNEY 1 bdrm grd level, ideal location, 1blk from downtown & waterfront, very lrg bdrm, full bath, garden, prkg, N/S, N/P, avail Aug. 1, $750 + 1/3 utils (approx $65). Call Greg or Adri 250-655-7238.
SIDNEY. MULTI-FAMILY. Saturday, June 16th, 9am2pm. 2184 to 2210 Amelia.
SIDNEY, 2 bdrm, 5 appls, N/P, $1200 mo + utils, avail now. 250-896-9944, 250-655-1656 (Evenings and ask for Chris).
SIDNEY: NEW 3 bdrm + den, laundry, NS/NP, $1800. Avail July 1st. Call 250-217-4060.
AUTO FINANCING Fraser Tolmie Apts1701 Cedar Hill X Rd 1-877-659-4069 1701 Cedar Hill X Rd 1-877-659-4069 1 and 2 bdrms 1-877-659-4069 www.frasertolmime.ca 1 & 2 Bedrooms 1701 Cedar Hill X Road www.frasertolmime.ca for pics
MALAHAT 1 & 2 BdrmsPanoramic views. Serene & secure. All amenities on-site, firewood. $700-$1200 inclusive. Monthly/Weekly. Pets ok with refs. 25 min commute to downtown Victoria. Must have references. 250-478-9231. SIDNEY, 2 bdrm Apt on Beacon, June. 1st, $1350. Peter (250)544-2300. Firm Mgmt. SIDNEY(5TH STREET) Available now. Sm pet ok, 2 bdrms, 1 bath, new paint, coin op. $1000 includes H/W. Call Equitex, 250-386-6071.
GORDON HEAD: 1642 Kenmore Rd. (near Mnt. Doug), Sat. & Sun., 10am-5pm. Furniture, household, tools, estate items and more... NORTH SAANICH- 11418 Sycamore Pl, V8L 5L2 Sat, June 16, 8am-1pm. No Early Birds! ROYAL OAK Multi-Family Garage Sale. Saturday June 16, 9am-3pm. 4560 West Saanich Road. SIDNEY, 2024 Northbrook Dr, Sat, June 16, 9am-2pm. Household, electrical surplus, tools, electronics, plants. NEW-Michelin 13” harmony tires. Multi-family. NO Early Birds! SIDNEY- 9545 CANORA Rd, Sat, June 16, 9am-2pm.
ALL YOU NEED IN PRINT AND ONLINE VIEW ROYAL: 15 Kaleigh Lane (Near 6 Mile), Sat., June 16, 9-2pm. Something for everyone.
bcclassified.com
MARINE
SUITES, UPPER
TOWNHOUSES
STRAWBERRY VALE, 1209 Altamont Crt, Sat, June 16, 9am-1:30pm. Lots of sporting goods, tools, kids stuff & more.
(250)658-1123 mjmarshall@telus.net
SIDNEY- BRIGHT 1 bdrm+ den above ground suite, new carpet, priv patio, all inclusive but cable/internet. NP/NS. $950/mo. Call 250-880-1414.
TRANSPORTATION
BROADMEADE- 1046 Coachwood Pl, Sat, June 16, 9am2pm. Clothing, golf items, double bed, coffee table, sofa & chair, rug, 170 wine bottles, wine equipment, desks, books, tools, garden and much more.
This beautiful 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has been well maintained. With only 135,000 KM on an economical and spirited V6 engine, all wheel drive and tow hitch with electric brakes. Unique 6 spd Tiptronic auto transmission which will do the shifting for you or let you shift yourself for a sportier driving exp. Boasting a well equipped interior, rear mounted CD changer, this SUV cannot be missed! $16,500
SAANICH- LARGE, 2000sq ft, 2 bdrm, lights & heat incld, N/S, N/P, refs, $1100 mo. Avail now. 250-652-0591.
ESQUIMALT- 1 bdrm, self contained, new windows. Avail now. $650. N/S.(250)884-6790
Garage Sales
GARAGE SALES
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
ESQUIMALT, LARGE, bright, 1000 sq ft, reno’d 2 bdrm, in suite laundry, prkg, gas F/P, N/S, small pet neg, $1085 + shared utils. (250)514-9892.
SIDNEY: 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl’s, util’s incld’d, N/S, $1600. July 1. (778)426-4262
GARAGE SALES
858-5865
BOATS
BRENTWOOD BAY: 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl’s, 1300 sqft, avail Jul. 1st. $1350/mo. Call (250)652-3283.
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
#ALLÖ ÖTOÖPLACEÖYOURÖGARAGEÖSALEÖADÖ ANDÖRECEIVEÖ&2%%ÖBALLOONS ÖINVENTORYÖANDÖTIPÖSHEETSÖ ANDÖBRIGHTÖGARAGEÖSALEÖSIGNSÖ
FREE Tow away
GOLDSTREAM AREA1400sq ft, newly furnished, w/d, d/w, a/c, big deck & yard, hi-def TV, parking. $650 inclusive. Ray, 778-433-9556.
SHEEP SKIN seat covers (bucket seats), still in boxes, $70 for pair. (250)721-0308.
APPLIANCES
RENTALS
1930’s STEAMER trunk $43. Large dog cage with pillow $37. (778)426-4449.
RATTAN COUCH- 3 cushions, blue floral, $95. Call (250)721-9271.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
NEWS REVIEW
DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
1-800-910-6402 www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557
GUARANTEED
Auto Loans or We Will Pay You $1000
All Makes, All Models. New & Used Inventory.
2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191.
Give them power. Give them confidence. Give them control.
GIVE THEM A PAPER ROUTE!
www.greatcanadianautocredit.com Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526
AUTO SERVICES
HIGHLANDS1 bdrm cottage, W/D. N/P. Available now. $670. Call (250)474-0142.
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
SIDNEY AREA, s x s Duplex, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, rec room, sundeck, 4 appls, ocean views, $1550. (250)656-5430.
CARS
BOAT HOUSE, 40’X20’, for up to 35’ boat, high door easily accommodates a command bridge boat. Located at North Saanich Marina $50,000. obo (250)665-6045, (250)999-3248 or (250)418-1780. $$$ BOATS Wanted. Any size. Cash buyer. Also trailers and outboards. 250-544-2628.
1-888-229-0744 or apply at:
COTTAGES
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
FOR FATHERS DAY 1990 ROLLS-ROYCE As new only 86,000 km Dealer serviced $19,900 Call 778-440-9773
CASH PAID FOR ALL VEHICLES in all conditions in all locations
250-885-1427
MODULAR HOMES
Call us first & last, we pay the highest fair price for all dead & dying vehicles. Don’t get pimped, junked or otherwise chumped!
JUNE SPECIAL Brand New 16’ Wide Modular Homes. From $69,000.00 mark@eaglehomes.ca
KG MOBILE Mechanic. Convenience of having a mechanic at home or on the road. (250)883-0490.
A paper route is about so much more than money. These days kids want and need so many things. With a paper route they not only earn the money to buy those things, they also gain a new respect for themselves. They discover a new sense of confidence, power and control by having their very own job, making their own money and paying for their own games, phones and time with friends. All it takes is an hour or so after school Wednesday and Friday. And even better... there are no collections required.
It’s so easy to get started… call
250-360-0817 circulation@vicnews.com • circulation@saanichnews.com circulation@goldstreamgazette.com www.vicnews.com • www.saanichnews.com www.goldstreamgazette.com
SOOKE NEWS MIRROR
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A21
SERVICE DIRECTORY #OMPLETEåGUIDEåTOåPROFESSIONALåSERVICESåINåYOURåCOMMUNITY
www.bcclassified.com
250.388.3535
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING
CONTRACTORS
GARDENING
HAULING AND SALVAGE
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
PAINTING
PLUMBING
ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi
250-216-9476
10% OFF. Aerate, Rototill, Mowing, Hedge / Shrub trimming, clean-up. 250-479-6495
$20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279.
217-9580 ENIGMA PAINTING Renos, commercial, residential Professional Friendly Service.
KERRY’S GAS & PLUMBING SERVICESRepair, maintenance & install. 250-360-7663.
21YRS EXP Garden clean-ups weeding, etc. All areas of city. $25/hr. No tax. 250-656-7045.
CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164.
ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Painting. Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years experience. 250-382-3694.
PRESSURE WASHING
250-208-8535 WOODCHUCK: Neglected garden? Spring clean-ups, hedges, power raking, aerating, weed/moss stump, blackberry & ivy removal. 24yrs exp. WCB.
FAMILY MAN Hauling. Prompt, Courteous. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.
A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wallcoverings. Over 25 yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220.
Certified General Accountant Bookkeeping, Audit, Payroll, HST. Set up & Training. E-File
TAX
From the Ground Up
Custom Landscapes Home Renovations Garden Clean-ups Accepting New Clients
250-477-4601 PENNIE’$ BOOKKEEPING Services for small business. Simply/Quickbooks. No time to get that paperwork done? We do data-entry, GST, payroll, year-end prep, and training. 250-661-1237.
CARPENTRY McGREGOR HOME Repair & Renos. Decks to doors. Small jobs OK. WCB. (250)655-4518 STEPS, DECKS, Fence, new repairs, rot, mould, painting, carpentry. 250-588-3744.
CARPET INSTALLATION MALTA FLOORING Installation. Carpets, laminates, hardwood, lino. BBB 250-388-0278
CLEANING SERVICES MALTA HOUSECLEANING Estate organizing, events, parties, office cleaning. BBB member. (250)388-0278. SPOTLESS HOME Cleaning. Affordable, Experienced, Reliable, Efficient. (250)508-1018
COMPUTER SERVICES A HOME COMPUTER Coach. Senior friendly. Computer lessons, maintenance and problem solving. Des, 250-6569363, 250-727-5519. COMPUDOC MOBILE Computer Services. Repairs, tuneups, tutoring, web sites and more. Call 250-886-8053. COMPUTER TUTORIALS by a 50+ professional. Kind, patient and stress-free instruction on home computers, software, email and the internet. $30.00 per hour. Satisfaction guaranteed or it’s free. james@naturevictoria.com or Tel: 778-4260166 HYPEREON COMPUTERS Repairs, upgrades, data recovery. Evening & weekend service Certified 250-480-4987
CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitch/bath, wood floor, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877
DRAFTING & DESIGN DESIGN FOR PERMIT. w w w. i n t e gra d e s i g n i n c . c o m Call Steven (250) 381-4123.
DRYWALL AARON’S RENO’S Drywall, taping, texture. Insured/bonded. Free est. 250-880-0525.
ARE YOU in need of a professional, qualified, residential or commercial gardener? www. glenwood gardenworks.com
INSULATION MALTA WOOL-BLOWN insulation/ Spray foam application. (250)388-0278. BBB member.
AURICLE LAWNS- Superior lawn care-gardens, hedges & fert-weed mgmt. 882-3129
MASONRY & BRICKWORK
NO JOB too BIG or SMALL. SENIOR’S SPECIAL! Prompt, reliable service. Phone Mike (ANYTIME) at 250-216-7502.
DRYWALL PROFESSIONAL: Small additions, boarding, taping, repairs, texture spraying, consulting. Soundproof installation;bath/moisture resistance products. Call 250.384.5055. Petrucci’s Drywall.
HAULING & 250-889-5794.
RECYCLING.
MUD on the RUN. Small drywall repairs, textures & renovations. Ross, (250)812-4879.
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550.
250-889-5794. DIAMOND DAVE Gutter Cleaning. Thorough Job at a Fair Price! Repairs, gutter guard, power/window washing, roof de-moss. Free no obligation estimates.
KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991. NORTHERN SUN Electric Comm/Res. $35/hr. Work Guaranteed. Any size job. (250)888-6160. Lic#13981.
FENCING ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637. QUALITY CEDAR fencing, decks and installation, pressure washing. For better prices & quotes call Westcoast Fencing. 250-588-5920.
CONTRACTORS
FURNITURE REFINISHING
BATHROOM REMODELING. “Gemini Baths” Plumb, Elec. Tile, Cabinets. 250-896-9302.
U-NEEK SEATS. Hand cane, Danish weave, sea grass. UK Trained. Fran, 250-216-8997.
MAMMOTH LANDSCAPING & Masonry - Have the luxury of masons and horticulturists working together on your project. For consult call Calvin Veenstra 250-883-7666 mammothlandscaping.com
PERIMETER EXTERIORS. Gutter Cleaning, Repairs, Demossing, Upgrades. WCB, Free estimates. 250-881-2440.
HANDYPERSONS AL’S AVAILABLE to update your home. Kitchens, baths, basements, etc. Licensed & Insured. Al 250-415-1397. BIG BEAR Handyman & Painting Services. No job too small. Free Estimates. Senior discounts. Barry 250-896-6071 HANDYMAN SERVICES. Lawns, fences, pruning, flooring, painting, drywall, small renos. Mike/Chris 250-656-8961 YOUNG SENIOR Handyman. Household repairs. Will assist do-it-yourselfers. Call Fred, 250-888-5345.
Available
PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774 SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Patio’s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-213-5204. MALTA ASBESTOS, Mold removal. Attics, drywall & more. (250)388-0278. BBB member.
Paper Routes Positions Open For FT/PT Carriers, Sub Carriers & FT/PT Drivers. All Age Groups Welcome!
CBS MASONRY BBB A+ Accredited Business. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Patios, Sidewalk Repair. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! “Quality is our Guarantee”. Free Competitive Estimates. Call (250)294-9942 or 250-589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com CBS MASONRY BBB A+. Chimney, Fireplaces, Rock, Flagstone, Concrete, Pavers, Repair, Rebuild, Renew. “Quality is our Guarantee.” Free Competitive Est’s. Call (250) 294-9942/589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com
ELECTRICAL 250-361-6193. QUALITY Electric. Expert: new homes &renos. No job too sm#22779.
BLAINE’S PAINTING- Quality workmanship. $20 hr, 20 yrs exp. Blaine, 250-580-2602.
ROMAX MASONRY. Exp’d & Professional. Chimneys, Brick Veneer, Rockwork, Cultured Stone, Interlocking Paving. Fully insured. Estimates. Call 250-588-9471 - 250-882-5181
DRYWALL REPAIRS & HOUSE PAINTING. Free estimates. If you, your family or friends need any of the above give Joseph Bronson a call 250-686-0663. Reasonable rates in a tight economy. I take pride in the end results. LADY PAINTER Serving the Peninsula for over 20 yrs. Interior/exterior. Call Bernice, 250-655-1127.
SAFEWAY PAINTING High quality, Organized. Interior/Exterior Residential/Commercial Jeff, 250-472-6660 Cell 250-889-7715 Member BBB TOP NOTCH PAINTINGOver 25yrs exp. Interior/Exterior, Residential Reliable, Reasonable and Friendly Service. Call Brad 250-580-5542.
Peacock Painting
250-652-2255 250-882-2254 WRITTEN GUARANTEE Budget Compliance
15% SENIORS DISCOUNT
2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)686-6507.
YOUR PERSONAL Interior Painter. No Job too Big or Too Small. Call Gilbert today for free quote. (250)886-6446.
MALTA MOVING. Serving Vancouver Island, surrounding islands and the Mainland. BBB Member. (250)388-0278.
RUBBISH REMOVAL MALTA GARDEN & Rubbish Removal. Best Rates. BBB member. (250)388-0278.
STEREO/TV/DVD WANTED: DVD PLAYER. Please call 250-514-6688.
STUCCO/SIDING RE-STUCCO & HARDY Plank/Painting Specialist. 50 years experience. Free estimates. Dan, 250-391-9851.
TILING A1. SHAWN The Tile GuyRes/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos. 250-686-6046
TREE SERVICES LOCAL TREE CO. 30 yrs exp. Bucket truck, chipper. We buy logs. Insured. (250)883-2911.
UPHOLSTERY UPHOLSTERER work. Your fabric 250-480-7937.
NEEDS mine.
PLUMBING FELIX PLUMBING. Over 35 years experience. Reasonable rates. Call 250-514-2376.
BLAINE’S WINDOW WASHING. Serving Sidney & Brentwood since 1983. Average house $35. 250-656-1475 BOB’S WINDOW Cleaning Roof demoss, gutters. 25 yrs. Cell 250-884-7066, 381-7127. DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190.
WINDOWS ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Windows Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years Construction experience. 250-382-3694.
WE’RE ON THE WEB
FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.
SAANICHTON Route 6208 - Lochside Dr. (odd&even), Wakeman Rd., Tiffany Pl., James Island Rd. (odd&even), Arthur Dr. (odd&even)
Route 6218 - Hermwood Rd., Mt. Newton X Rd., Sloping Pines, Jovi Rd. Route 6221 -Panaview Heights, Veyaness Rd. (odd&even), Stellys X Rd., East Saanich Rd. Route 6224 - East Saanich Rd. (odd&even), Veyaness Rd. (odd&even), Hovey Rd. (odd), Ridgedown Cres.
SIDNEY Route 6310 - Fifth St. (odd), Malaview Ave. odd), Third St. (even), Henry Ave. (even) Route 6610 - Landsend Rd., Neptune Pl. (odd&even), Pachena Pl., Piers Rd. (odd&even), Salem Terr., Trident Pl. Route 6650 - Madrona, Towner Rd. Route 6653 - Madrona Dr. (odd&even), Meldram West, Setchell Rd., Tuam Rd.
BRENTWOOD BAY
Call... Arlene 250-656-1151
or
WINDOW CLEANING
MOVING & STORAGE
DIAMOND MOVING. 1 ton 2 ton. Prices starting at $85/hr. Call 250-220-0734.
DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.
Route 6003 - Stellys X Rd., West Saanich Rd., Kristen Pl. Route 6042 - Wallace Dr., Grieg (odd&even),
A22 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
Forget names? Poor NIGHT vision? “Senior moments”?
Advertising Consultant Saanich News We currently have a full time sales opportunity available for the Saanich News.
MEMORY ESSENTIALS ®
Published twice weekly in print and online with a full complement of specialty supplements and features, our focus on local communities has produced positive relationships with both readers and advertisers.
Promote sharper memory Improve focus Promote clearer thinking Improve mental quickness
This is a challenging career opportunity for a result-oriented individual who enjoys working independently. Candidates for this position will possess the ability to service existing clients, develop new business and create strong marketing programs.
VISION ESSENTIALS ®
You have built your career on relationships and understand the importance of consulting with clients about their objectives and developing solutions that help them achieve their goals. Ideally you have experience in a fastpaced sales or service environment with a focus on client interaction.
Improve night vision Reduce eye fatigue Reduce glare sensitivity Protect against UV rays
You are creative, organized and thrive in a competitive market. Black Press is Canada’s largest independent newspaper group with over 150 community, daily and urban papers located in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio.
Build strong, agile, properly cushioned joints Promote mobility Improve range of motion Reduce inflammation PNO.CA Reduce joint discomfort Improve long-term joint health
Reply in confidence with resume by June 15, 2012 to;
COUPON
Oliver Sommer Director, Advertising Sales, Black Press 818 Broughton Street, Victoria BC V8W 1E4 e-mail: osommer@blackpress.ca Fax: 250-386-2624 Phone: 250-480-3274
www.blackpress.ca
3
$
OFF
MEMORY ESSENTIALS ® VISION ESSENTIALS ® JOINT ESSENTIALS ® PLUS
CUSTOMER SIGNATURE REQUIRED FOR VALIDATION
Candidates must have a valid drivers license and a vehicle in good working condition.
Americans can register to vote A team of volunteers is seeking Americans living on the Island for voter registration. With Super Saturday approaching (June 16), Democrats Abroad will host voter registration at Peace Lutheran Church in Sidney, 2295 Weiler Ave., from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. on June 16. A change in U.S. law means voters living abroad need to mail in a ballot request each federal election. For more information, call 250-383-6301 or email davictoriachapter@ gmail.com.
Bring the kids to Heritage Acres
Is JOINT PAIN keeping you from the activities you enjoy?
Our environment is fast-paced and no two days are the same. You can expect a supportive work environment, competitive compensation package including full benefits and unlimited opportunity to grow your career.
NEWS REVIEW
ONLY at your local Health Food Store
MANUFACTURER COUPON - TO THE RETAILER: For redemption, mail to: Preferred Nutrition, 153 Perth Street, Acton, ON L7J 1C9 Expiry: July 31, 2012 Code: 02-946
Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with a train ride and a blacksmith demonstration at Heritage Acres. Or take a hayride, eat a hotdog and enjoy some music at the Saanich Historical Artifact Society site at 7321 Lochside Dr. (off Island View Road) this weekend. The weekend event runs June 16 and 17 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission $7, kids under 12 free.
SPECIAL CANADA’S
AUTO SERVICE
DEFY OIL CHANGE
35
STORE
3993 Cedar Hill Road 250.721.1125
LANGFORD West Shore Town Centre 250.474.2291
ROYAL OAK 801 Royal Oak Drive 250.727.6561
VICTORIA 2959 Douglas Street 250.361.3152
VIEW ROYAL 1519 Admirals Road 250.381.5055
e
FLYER
Sign up & Save
Get the latest on our special offers
Sign up now www.canadiantire.ca
Prices in effect from Friday June 15, 2012 to Thursday, June 21, 2012
99
$
GORDON HEAD
$ SAVE UP TO PLUS
15
*
most vehicles
on your next Quaker State Oil Change. Mail-in offer. Offer valid in-store until June 30th
**Based on Sequence IVA/wear test *Up to 5 litres of Quaker State DEFY oil and new MotoMaster filter. Vehicle inspection. Battery test. Additional fees and charges may apply. See store for details.
Voted
Best City
of the
1
VICTORIA NE WS
BEST ST AUTOMOTIVEE SERVICE
Industry-licensed technicians • Modern Equipment • Coast to Coast Warranty • Premium products you know & the Brands you can trust! st!
17th
9 % ! 2
PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 15, 2012
www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A23 BEST PRICE | BEST QUALITY | BEST SERVICE
Senior fined for fatal airport crash Edward Hill News staff
A moment of confusion and panic for an elderly Saanich woman driving in the Victoria International Airport last year left a man dead and six others seriously injured. On Tuesday, Shirley Zerbin, 82, received her sentence of a $1,500 fine and a three-year driving ban. As Victoria provincial court judge Evan Blake noted, this is a case that started out of “innocent and mundane circumstances” and ended in profound tragedy for all. On July 29, 2011, Zerbin drove her 1990 Pontiac Sunbird to the airport in the late morning to pick up a friend. She arrived flustered after becoming confused and lost due to the new McTavish interchange – for years she hadn’t driven farther than a grocery store near her Cedar Hill X Road home. Airport security video played in court demonstrated that Zerbin paid her dollar, pulled into the airport’s short term parking lot and slowly drove down a row of cars. She pulled an arcing left turn and then shot diagonally across the blacktop, accelerating over the curb, plowing through a concrete picnic table filled with taxi drivers playing cards, through luggage carts and into a cement barrier in front of the security building. Crown prosecutor Kimberly Henders Miller said investigators estimate Zerbin’s car hit the table of men at 78 kilometres per hour and accelerated continuously throughout the incident. Father of three, 57-year-old Ramesh Sharma died and six other taxi drivers suffered significant injuries. Five of those men remain off work. Zerbin was seriously injured and spent four months recovering in hospital. “The only explanation she can offer is that she must have put her foot on the gas, that the car leapt forward and she didn’t know what to do. She couldn’t find the brake but didn’t know why,” said defense lawyer Dan Murphy. Crown and police agreed Zerbin wasn’t criminally liable and she was charged with driving without due care and attention under the Motor Vehicle Act. Besides a speeding ticket in 1991, this crash is the only blemish on her driving record in 65 years. “I’d like to say I’m very, very sorry for hurting the taxi men and for Mr. Sharma and his family. I am very sorry,” Zerbin told the court, standing next to her son, Ted. Her lawyer told the court she would never seek a driver’s licence again. Sharma’s son Sanjeev, 23, and daughter Sabina,
Steak BBQ Buffet
Mon, Tues, Wed, $11.40 + hst • Sundays $12.75 +hst By Reservation Only 250-656-3136 Available Father’s Day
Glen Meadows GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
1050 McTavish Rd.
PLAYING JUNE 15 - 21 Snow White and the Huntsman PG Fri 6:45 & 9:10 Sat 1:15 & 6:45 / Sun 1:15 & 7:00 Mon 7:00 / Tue 2:00 & 7:00 ttttttttttttttt Madagascar 3 G Nightly 7:15 / Fri Sat 9:00 Sat Sun 1:00 & 3:00 / Tues 2:15 ttttttttttttttt
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel G Wed & Thu 7:00 250-655-3384 info@ starcinema.ca
rived r A t s u J ts c u d ro New P at Great Prices!
Honey Maple Solidwood Kitchen Cabinets 10'x10' Kitchen $ Starting at
1,688
Granite Counter Tops
40/sq.ft
$ Starting at
Stainless Steel Sink or Italian Faucet
file photo
200
$
Aftermath of the crash at the Victoria airport that killed Ramesh Sharma.
Cowry Kitchen Station CORP cowrykitchen.com
18, sat through the proceedings, quietly wiping away tears as the Crown and defense lawyers described the series of events that led to their father’s death. editor@saanichnews.com
Visit our showroom, websilte or call today!
863 View Street, Victoria
250.590.8556
I’D LOVE A FLOOR
LIKE THAT! THE HARD SURFACE
FLOORING GOLDEN OAK HARDWOOD
EVENT STAINED RED OAK HARDWOOD
BAMBOO
IS
RIGOHNT NOW! EUROPEAN LAMINATE
LAMINATE
2.49 $2.99 $3.49 $0.99 $1.39
$
sq ft & up
CLICK ENGINEERED HARDWOOD
sq ft & up
JATOBA HARDWOOD
sq ft & up
sq ft & up
MERBEAU HARDWOOD
ENGINEERED MAPLE HARDWOOD
sq ft & up
ENGINEERED HARDWOOD
3.49 $3.99 $3.99 $4.99 $5.49
$
sq ft & up
sq ft & up
sq ft & up
sq ft & up
Was $10.95
sq ft & up
Top quality!
Flooring Canadians for over 25 years. NEW LOCATION!
Victoria | 601 Boleskine Rd | 250.386.8883
Boleskine location NOW OPEN UNTIL 9pm on Thursday & Friday!
Langford | 2364 Millstream Rd | 250.915.1100 SEE US ABOUT YOUR INSURANCE CLAIMS AND RESTORATIONS! endoftheroll.com Special Financing available oac. See store for details.
HARDWOOD LAMINATE TILE CORK VINYL AREA RUGS CARPET
A24 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 - PENINSULA
NEWS REVIEW