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ix twenty-somethings are cozied around two water pipes. As they inhale, water bubbles within the glass base and as they exhale, the cloud of smoke grows thick around them. The scene may look familiar to those from the West Coast, but the smell is a foreign one. Cleopatra Hookah & Coffee Lounge on Broughton Street is overwhelmed with the fragrance of burning molasses – not an ounce of tobacco and not a fleck of cannabis – a trend that finally made its way to Victoria after gaining popularity across the country. “It’s relaxing,” says Derek Sivorot, who had smoked vegetable-based products from hookah pipes while travelling and was excited to light up a double apple pipe back at home. “It’s always good to sit down with a friend, like having a beer.” Across the table, Daniel Cormier pulls the hose from his mouth. “I remember hearing about this place when it was moving here and I said, ‘Not in Victoria, no way,’” Cormier says. Kareem Serry opened the doors to the late-night lounge this spring, when he saw an untapped market in Victoria. Serry differentiated Cleopatra, one of three places in Victoria offering hookahs at that time, from the competition by
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Jonathan Bain, foreground, and Jordan Peltier smoke rose and double appleflavoured veggie product from water pipes at Cleopatra Hookah & Coffee Lounge on Broughton Street in Victoria. VIHA’s chief medical officer was caught off guard when he found that the region is void of regulations for hookahs.
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Honour obsession and
Bart Armstrong is the lone historian hunting down stories of long forgotten Canadians who received the U.S. Medal of Honor
Natalie North News staff
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art Armstrong sits alone at a table for four in the cafeteria of the Black Ball ferry. In front of him: a bag of chips, a pop and a book on the Civil War. It’s a history trap. As passengers look for seats, he invites them to join. They talk about the weather and other mundane chit chat. He asks if they have a link to someone in the military. Most do. “Tell me all about the Medal of Honor,” he says and sits back as his new table mates fumble through a definition of the honour. “For the next hour-and-a-half, they’ll get a lecture from me,” he says with a smile bursting beneath his grey moustache. Armstrong doesn’t have a U.S. Medal of Honor, but he has discovered many. The 63-year-old tirelessly researches forgotten recipients of the award – Canadians, or would-be Canadians, laid to rest often without recognition from their own country of the battles they fought in the U.S. Civil War. When Armstrong began his research 12 years ago, there were 54 known Canadian recipients of the Medal of Honor. His work has unearthed another 50. In his Shelbourne Street apartment, he wades through ancestry websites and newspaper articles from the 1860s, contacts museums and archives at cities and towns across the U.S. He speaks with people such as Diane Clarke at the Victoria Genealogical Society, who through her time spent chasing down vital records for Armstrong, has come to know him as “a bit off the wall, funny, and very passionate.” Around Armstrong’s tiny home office – warmly referred to as the Canadian satellite office by members of the American Medal of Honor Historical Society, of which he is the sole Canadian member – sits evidence of his obsession. File folders upon file folders, scrawled notes on sticky paper and a tiny hot plate, just big enough for a single mug of coffee, flank his computer station. Armstrong plunks down in front of his oversized monitor to tell me the story of those whose award has gone unrecognized or remembered by anyone, including the Canadian government.
Forgotten heroes May, 1863: the 99th Illinois infantry battles at Vicksburg – a bloodbath that leaves the entire
“(Armstrong has) connected families to their ancestors who were war heroes and they didn’t even know.” –Merv Scott Victoria Genealogical Society les, Armstrong stopped a man clad in U.S. Coast Guard garb. He asked this man if he knows the story of Douglas Munro, the only member of the U.S. Coast Guard to be awarded the Medal of Honor after lodging his own boat between U.S. Marines and enemy lines during the Second World War. The coast guard member’s response is emphatic: “That’s the guy that saved 500 lives at Guadalcanal!” While Munro’s grave in Cle Elum, Wash., may list his birthplace as Vancouver, Wash., it was actually Vancouver, B.C. – Munro was a Canuck. Armstrong throws his head back and bugs out his eyes in imitation of how he saw the coast guard member react to the knowledge. Shocked, but not disappointed, he says.
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Bart Armstong, in his office in his home in Saanich, works tirelessly to unearth the stories of the dozens of Canadians and British Empire citizens who received the U.S. Medal of Honor. 100 attending members of the regiment maimed or dead. Amidst a constant barrage of lead, a lone remaining troop on the Union crests the hill advancing toward Confederate lines. “He’s too brave to kill,” the Confederates yell as the man rests his regimental colours in the parapet. The Confederates take their hats off and applaud for Quebecker, Thomas Higgins. Later they’ll jail Higgins as a prisoner of war. And for 30 years after that, they’ll remember the bravery that transcended party lines and recommend him for a Medal of Honor. Dennis Buckley, a farming kid from Lindsay, Ont., was barely 20 years old and providing for his entire family when the allure of a $300 paycheque drew him into the Civil War effort. As he captured the enemy flag, he turned to his Union comrades in the 136th New York Infantry and offered a jovial wave of motivation. Just then, a bullet ricocheted off the flagpole in his hand, struck him in the forehead and killed him instantly. Of the 10,312 Civil War soldiers buried at Marietta, Ga., only two received the Medal of Honor. Buckley, who was buried under the wrong name for 140 years, was one of them. A monument to the young soldier was erected in Lindsay in 2007 following a story about Buckley, after Armstrong alerted the local paper. But a handful of new monuments scattered across the coun-
try isn’t Armstrong’s aim. He won’t rest until he publishes his findings in a book, though he has no publisher, or even a manuscript. “The goal is to have widespread dissemination of information about these people who we don’t know,” says Armstrong, the only known Canadian doing this kind of historical research. “There are a hundred stories – some of them are so incredibly moving and most people in this country don’t know anything about it.”
Investigator by nature Since I met Armstrong last November, his work has advanced. He already knew that Canadians (or colonial citizens of the British Empire) fired shots on both sides of Civil War lines during the 1862 battle of the Monitor and the Merrimack, the first duel between ironclad warships fought at the mouth of James River in Virginia. But now he knows the names of 12 Canadians who fought in the battle. “In that regiment there were no less than 39 Canadians,” Armstrong says. “I find this sad. It’s not publicly known and it’s too bad because it’s our heritage.” Armstrong’s own heritage is rooted in military service and a drive to investigate. A high school drop-out and one of five children born to military parents in Toronto, Armstrong has been a
police officer, a private investigator, a journalist and now a historian, but always an advocate for the underdog. A seeker of truths. Signs of searches spill from his office and across the suite – some told, others left unfinished. Among his papers is the acknowledgment from Canadian authorities that his work is adding to the annals of Canadian history. “Dear Mr. Armstrong, I want to thank you for drawing our attention to a historical fact of which none of us at the Embassy was aware, namely that so many Canadians have been awarded the U.S. Medal of Honor,” wrote Frank McKenna, the former Canadian ambassador to the United States during his tenure in 2005. David Frandsen, the Consul General of Canada, in a letter dated July 27 of last year, thanks Armstrong for his successful research, documentation and bringing forth the results of this work. “It is, indeed, a worthwhile effort in the preservation of a very long and proud Canadian heritage that, unfortunately, has not been widely known,” Frandsen wrote. After 17 years in the Canadian Forces, Armstrong retired alone as a master warrant officer. He sometimes picks up work helping a friend ship items from the U.S. and frequently visits the Port Angeles post office, another prime venue for military education. On a recent trip to Port Ange-
If he had the chance, Armstrong would have more of these story-telling sessions south of the border, but he has already sunk more than $10,000 into his work – in photocopied files and cross-country flights – and his resources are slim. Merv Scott, president of the Victoria Genealogical Society, watched Armstrong miss an opportunity in March to travel to Washington D.C. during the 150th anniversary of the first awarding of the Medal of Honor. The man with what Scott describes as “an unabashed passion” couldn’t afford the trip. “He’s connected families to their ancestors who were war heroes and they didn’t even know,” Scott says. “He just lives and breathes this stuff.” “If there’s a fault with Bart, it might be marketing himself,” says Michael Bourque, a friend of Armstrong’s who has seen his body of research expand over the years. “He doesn’t want any of these heroes to be forgotten.” When he unearths a tale such as that of Joseph Noil – a Nova Scotia native who earned the Medal of Honor on Boxing Day 1872 after jumping from the USS Powhattan in Portsfeld, Va., to save a drowning crew mate – he can’t help sharing. No one knows if Noil, the only black recipient of the honour, actually received the medal before he died in 1881, but Armstrong has made it his mission to get the word out now. Armstrong closes his binder of clippings and replaces it on the shelf crammed with books. “The name of my book is going to be Forgotten Heroes and I don’t know if the word ‘forgotten’ is appropriate,” Armstrong says, “because I don’t know if they were ever known.” nnorth@saanichnews.com
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After 20 years, a facelift for Broadmead Village Edward Hill News staff
Broadmead Village will undergo a year-long facelift starting this September after Saanich council gave its thumbs-up to the renovation plan. Broadmead storefronts will be modernized with fresh signage and new facades, while sidewalks will be widened in a renewed emphasis on pedestrian access. Key to the facelift is redeveloping the existing pedestrian breezeway with more outdoor seating to create a community gathering place. At the centre would be a gas outdoor fireplace. “It’s important to create a sense of space by increasing the plaza in the breezeway and removing cars from that area,” Sheldon Chandler, Chandler and Associates Architecture, told Saanich council last week. “A central element is the fireplace. It will be a very welcome piece in an environment that cools off at night.” “The fireplace provides a gathering place to draw the community in,” added Alison Miles Cork, the senior asset manager for Grosvenor Americas, the owner of Broadmead Village.
“It’s such an important element to get people to linger and visit with each other.” The $6-million project will also increase the size of retail space for the Pharmasave, infill a gap next to the Mark’s Work Wearhouse, and add two kiosks, for a total of 200 square metres more floor space added to the 12,500 square metre shopping centre. Retail vacancy rates at Broadmead remain low, about 4.4 per cent according to Miles Cork, and negotiations are underway to expand existing retailers and add new retailers. But at 20 years old, the centre is becoming dated. “The age of the centre is impacting retail sales as it is driving less traffic,” Miles Cork said in an email. “As well, we are seeing less interest from quality retailers that the community wants to see at the centre.” “In a competitive environment you have got to change to be successful. The old look is not well received,” said Coun. Vic Derman. “In the end, you’ll bring more interest and activity to the place, it’s a benefit to the (shopping centre), to the community and to Saanich as a whole.” Saanich council unanimously approved of a number of variances for Broadmead’s devel-
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opment permit, but not before offering compliments sandwiched with criticisms. Coun. Paul Gerrard lauded the overall redesign, but said he was disappointed the internal fourway stop near the Royal Oak Drive entry isn’t being reconfigured. “It’s a good mall and a welcoming mall, but I don’t like the four way stop,” he told Miles Cork. “You need to think about that. It’s brutal getting in and out of there and turning to Canadian Tire.” Councillors also pressed Miles Cork to improve pedestrian
access from Royal Oak Drive – many people enter the property through a grassy bank on the west side of the property. Miles Cork said based on council comments, they’ll give pedestrian access a second look. “We will be paying attention to the pedestrian trodden path that is there today and creating a safer and more inviting entrance to the centre,” Miles Cork said. Mayor Frank Leonard thanked the Broadmead Residents Associa-
tion for hosting public meetings and encouraging the developer to keep a design in step with the community. “They met with the property owner and inspired them to keep the distinct look, so it doesn’t look like every other mall,” Leonard said. “We have to be careful not to make the mall look like everywhere else,” agreed Coun. Vicki Sanders. “The development must reflect Broadmead.” editor@saanichnews.com
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Charities plan for the future 13 new endowment funds established Building on its 76-year history, the Victoria Foundation has boldly invested in the vitality of our region once again. The Foundation has created 13 new endowment funds that will benefit hundreds of clients of Vancouver Island charities. The funds were created with $100,000 in matching funds from the Foundation as part of its new Smart & Caring Community Fund. Each of the organizations is contributing a minimum of $7,500 toward their new endowment fund, which is being matched by $7,500 from the Smart & Caring Community Fund. “We created the Smart & Caring Community Fund in response to a call last year from the Governor General of Canada, The Right Honourable David Johnston,” said Sandra Richardson, CEO of the Victoria Foundation. “He asked the country’s community foundations to join him in bringing to life a vision for a smarter and more caring nation. This endowment initiative is one way of responding to his goals to expand the reach of community foundations and to help more organizations respond to their clients’ individual needs and opportunities.” As well, $100,000 in matching funds from the Smart & Caring Community Fund is being used to support a physical literacy program for children. This pilot program with The Cridge Centre for the Family, Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence and Pacific Sport Victoria was officially launched on July 19 with Governor Gen-
eral David Johnston in attendance. Donations will continue to be accepted for this program. The opportunity to participate in the matching program was offered to registered charities that had previously contacted the Victoria Foundation to discuss setting up an endowment. It was soon fully subscribed by astute Boards of Directors who knew a good opportunity when they saw one. As part of its charitable activities, the Victoria Foundation manages 100 endowment funds for 75 registered charities, annually distributing earnings from these permanent funds to the organizations. The Foundation accepts donations to the funds on behalf of the charities, thereby reducing their costs and administration time. The funds also benefit from the diversification of being part of the Foundation’s $180million in assets under management. Gifts to any of the endowment funds that are managed by the Victoria Foundation can be made online at www.victoriafoundation.bc.ca. Donations may also be made directly to the Victoria Foundation by credit card, cheque or publicly traded securities. Contact the Foundation at 250-381-5532 for more information on these donation options.
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Victoria men charged with securities crimes Edward Hill News staff
A former rising star in real estate investment is one of three men in Victoria hit with securities charges linked to improper investment sales. Saanich police and West Shore RCMP assisted the B.C. Securities Commission criminal investigation team in the investigation, which led to the arrest of two men on Tuesday. A third suspect is still at large. Daniel Barton, 29, a resident of Victoria, and Gregory Gillespie, 36, of Saanich, were each arrested at their respective homes without incident, and made their first appearance in court Wednesday. They are due back in Victoria provincial court on Sept. 19. As of Wednesday, Andrew Chengalath, 28, remains at large and the court has issued a warrant for his arrest. The three men are each charged under the Securities Act with selling securities though Oasis Properties Inc. without being registered with any regulating agency, and charged with selling securities without a prospectus. The alleged offenses took place between March 1, 2008 and Oct. 31, 2009. B.C. Securities Commission alleges the men improperly sold securities related to a real estate investment centered on 1250604 Alberta Ltd., an Alberta company controlled by Barton and doing business as Oasis Properties and Caprice Investments. Barton is the most high-profile of the three accused. In 2008, during the same time period of his alleged offenses, the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce awarded Barton the Young Entrepreneur of the Year award. The Oak Bay High grad was also noted in Monday Magazine in 2006 as an up and coming real estate entrepreneur who owned scores of homes
in Alberta. Richard Gilhooley, a communications officer with the B.C. Securities Commission, said the commission is alleging that none of the men had registered with regulating agencies such as the B.C. Securities Commission or the Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada, for example. Selling securities without a prospectus – which details the business plan, financial audits, and future plans of the company – without an exemption, is also against the Securities Act. “We allege they acted contrary to the public interest. The requirements are there to protect investors,” Gilhooley said. B.C. Securities Commission wouldn’t say how many investors are involved, the amount of money invested or how the com-
plaint against the men emerged. Gilhooley said the long gap to lay charges is not unusual in these types of cases. “Complex financial investigations often take a long time to gather material, talk to witnesses,” he said. Crown counsel also requires a reasonable likelihood of conviction before signing off on charges. Oasis Properties, which had address listings in Langford and Victoria, no longer has a working phone number or website. Barton is listed as president of Oasis Properties Inc. and Gillespie was its chief operating officer, according to their respective LinkedIn profiles. Anyone who invested with Oasis Properties and Caprice Investments is encouraged to contact the B.C. Securities Commission at www.investright.org or 1-800-373-6393.
St. Luke’s church is hosting a “Fantastic Fun Day,” a free event for the community on Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 3821 Cedar Hill Cross Rd. The church is offering games, music, obstacle course, arts and crafts, woodworking table, and free coffee, juice and hamburgers. Pam Gaudio, one of the authors of Gone but Not Forgotten, A History of St. Luke’s Churchyard is offering guided tours of the churchyard at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. St. Luke’s Anglican Church and Lutheran Church of the Cross will be open for exploring as well.
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The town plaza at Uptown is now officially open to the public. An area once blocked off to both pedestrians and cars was unveiled to the public during a ceremony on Wednesday morning. “Those of you who remember the old Town and Country remember that four years ago if you were standing in this location, you would’ve been slightly south of Peter’s Ice Cream… and standing in an actual parking lot with about three trees in sight,” Geoff Nagle, director of development with Morguard Investments, the owner of Uptown, said at the unveiling. In the boulevard now sits a grassy square lined with pink and blue flowers, and benches for the public. The centre of the square holds a large, almond shaped mosaic representing traditional Coast Salish art with four thunderbirds and two human heads; one male and one female. The opening of the boulevard and unveiling of the artwork, done by artist Joe Wilson, is the latest milestone for the upscale shopping centre. It also marks the start of Uptown’s phase two – getting retailers and businesses into the empty storefronts set to open by next spring. At the unveiling, Saanich Mayor Frank Leonard was more than pleased with the latest phase of the
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Jeanette Funke-Furber stood under the canopy of a massive Douglas fir near the entrance to Ten Mile Point and chatted with two cyclists. “I’m just bringing them up to speed with the tree,” Funke-Furber said. The couple, clad in helmets and shades, hovered over their bike seats and listened to the 70-year-old Telegraph Bay Road resident. Though interested in learning more about her plight to save the tree, the cyclists said they needed more information to be convinced, and continued along their ride. Beside the tree, a handlettered sign read: “Celebrate the majestic life and mourn the tragic death of this ancient Douglas fir: POSTPONED.” The boulevard tree has fallen victim to a rot-causing fungus, phaeolus schweinitzii, and the Saanich parks department had deemed it should be removed, given its size and location in an area prone to high winds. Funke-Furber and a group of concerned residents hired their own arborist to conduct an independent review of the health of the tree, a process that resulted in the same conclusion as Saanich’s testing. On Monday, Funke-Furber and a handful of members of the Cadboro Bay community were set to say their final goodbyes to the tree, which was scheduled to be cut down that afternoon. “Look at this beautiful tree,” Funke-Furber said. “It’s been here for probably 300 years, before the white man came. Removing this tree should not be taken lightly and we wanted to celebrate its life.
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Jeanette Funke-Furber leans against a massive Douglas fir on Telegraph Bay Road. Funke-Furber is among a group of area residents working to save the tree in the neighbourhood after it was scheduled for removal by Saanich. It’s been a friend in this community for a long time. Hundreds of people have walked by the tree – thousands.” Later on Monday, the municipality allowed another concerned Cadboro Bay resident, Max Cowper-Smith, to seek out a third, in-depth assessment on the health of the tree and delayed the removal until that assessment is complete. “It could be that Saanich is right and that this tree needs
to come down,” said CowperSmith. “But there are a number of other tests and assessments that can be done that haven’t been done yet.” There is no deadline on when and if the tree will be removed, said Rae Roer, manager of Saanich parks. “If it has to come down and it’s a complete danger, we’ll have to accept that, but we want to make darn sure that it’s a danger,” Funke-Furber said.
Since resistograph testing – which measures the degree of tree rot at wall thickness – was completed in June, the parks department removed one tree on municipal land at the site and modified another. “We’ve waited this long, we’re happy to wait another day or so,” Roer said. “What we’re trying to do is to balance the interest of the urban forest with the health and safety of the community.” nnorth@saanichnews.com
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or many families and working individuals, Labour Day offers one last chance to extend the summer and enjoy a long weekend. But for a large number of unionized workers in B.C., it signals what could be the start of a fall and winter of discontent. Unsatisfied with a three-per-cent wage hike offer and a stagnant state of negotiations with the province, the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union is staging a one-day walkout next Wednesday (Sept. 5). The strike, which will see essential service levels maintained, doesn’t come out of the blue. Civil servants have been without a contract since March 31 and bargaining between the two sides has stalled. The timing of this move by one of the province’s largest unions is rather ironic. Unions fought for workers’ rights for years, achieving gains in safety, working hours, job security and not least, wages. Now, as much of B.C. is taking a well-deserved day off on a holiday originating from union victories on the issues of work hours and living wages, the BCGEU and other unions are gearing up for more fights, with wages, benefits and job security still at issue. More than 1,300 support staff at the University of Victoria, without a contract since March 2010, are considering job action options for next week as students return to class. Job security is at issue – CUPE fears the province’s call for universities to find major cost savings could see major job losses – but holding the line on wages to save jobs is not on the table. And for much of this year, the 30,000-strong B.C. Nurses’ Union has stated that better patient care and adequate staffing levels – requiring more hires and more government dollars – are top priorities in contract negotiations with the province. We can be grateful to workers of old for our September holiday and the conditions around which we earn our living. But with the province still struggling to right itself on shaky economic ground, the unions of today need to remember they can’t expect to keep gaining while others continue to struggle.
What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@saanichnews.com or fax 250-386-2624. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Saanich News 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.
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hen a recent call to the 39 per cent of whom are children newsroom from the under 16, and 12 per cent of whom local food bank left me are seniors 65 and older. These scrambling to submit a are some of the most news piece with less than vulnerable people in an hour until deadline, I our community and found myself in a bit of a they were about to run state of shock. out of one of the most It wasn’t the fact I was basic human needs – rushing to file a story something most of us moments before we went take for granted. to press that had me Growing up and living shaken. As a journalist, most of my adult life on I’m trained to work to the Saanich Peninsula, I deadline – let’s face it, have been enormously we usually work very lucky to be surrounded Devon closely to said deadline. by beautiful homes, MacKenzie What shook me was that gardens, beaches and Postscript the Sidney Lions Food realistically, some of the Bank’s emergency plea most privileged people in was made because their all of Greater Victoria. shelves were almost bare. As of mid-August, the Saanich The first thing I asked food bank Peninsula boasted 77 properties administrator Beverly Elder was for sale that were valued at over $1 whether a shortage like this was million. The most expensive (which something they’d experienced is still for sale, in case you’re in the before. From previous research, market for a multi-million dollar I knew that summer is the food mansion) was listed at a cool $12.9 bank’s lowest donation time. million. If you’re on a tighter budget, People are away on vacation, you could have the second most they’re busy doing things around expensive for a mere $9,985,000. home or preoccupied with work What baffled me that day or family – whatever the reason, as I toured the food bank, they forget to donate. While they photographing its empty shelves, normally see a dip in donations was that in one of the most affluent during the summer months, Elder communities on the Island, some said, the food bank has never been people were going to struggle so low on supplies. to find enough to eat. Some The food bank serves 1,100 of the most vulnerable in our Peninsula-based clients a month, neighbourhoods were dangerously
close to going hungry, all because many of us simply forgot. It’s easy to become preoccupied. We all have jobs or families or both, that take up much of our time. We plan vacations, business trips and coffee dates and fill our iPhones and Blackberries with appointments and reminders that seem to pop up on our screens in an endless slideshow of “to-dos.” But seldom do I – and I’m sure many others – take the few minutes it would require out of my week to stop and consider someone else’s misfortune. Consider the needs of someone less fortunate or maybe a person who just needs a helping hand at that very moment. We know that in every community there are people less fortunate than us. And sometimes, although we may not want to consider it, we might fall on hard times ourselves. As a community, we rely on the generosity and consideration of one another. Whether it’s fundraising to help one of our own battle an illness, donating clothes or toys to a neighbour who could put them to better use, or simply dropping by a few cans of food to the food bank – we all benefit from giving back to the communities we live in. We just have to remember and take the time to do it. Devon MacKenzie is a reporter with the Peninsula News Review. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com
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LETTERS Sewage plant proposal offered There is absolutely no requirement for a land-based sewage treatment plant on the South Island, but, if this proposed insanity must prevail and a billion dollars squandered for no purpose, I offer the following proposal. We live in an earthquake zone. It is not logical to bury 45 kilometres of pipe underground to a dump that will reach its maximum capacity in 2035. Instead, build the sludge collection facility at McLoughlin Point complete with a docking facility for two large barges. Build a treatment plant in the
Albert Head area complete with a protected docking facility for one barge. The barges would act as holding tanks with the sludge pumped directly into the treatment plant. The proposed system has numerous advantages. By reversing the main trunk from the Western Communities at Parson’s Bridge to a treatment facility at Albert Head, the future cost of enlarging the trunk, as population growth in the Western Communities will require, is eliminated. Properly maintained
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Deer and any dogs don’t mix on trail Re: Bambi fights back (News, Aug. 24) The deer is protecting its young. In this case the fawns are old enough to forage with their mother, but earlier in the year, a fawn may have been left in bushes while the mother gets nourishment for both of them. Beware that conservation officers are not all knowledgeable. There is a wellknown case of a woman in B.C. being attacked by a deer because she laid on top of her lap-mutts to protect them. An unusual case I suppose, but note that Mary-Jo Morin was with a dog. Deer seem to treat dogs as enemies at a very instinctive level, not habituating as they seem to do with humans – likely they are thinking coyote and wolf. Deer are agile and can do damage with their hoofs. Just be thankful there aren’t caribou, elk, or moose here. Deer are in urban areas because the food is better and the predators fewer, though cougar sightings seem to have increased with the deer population (I don’t have statistics, sometimes cougars get lost at night and follow a road or railway track in the wrong direction). Morin should lobby individuals on the Capital Regional District board, who will probably have to make the final decision on how to handle the deer nuisance. She should work to educate voters that deer are animals who have long been food for humans. The B.C. government’s big report on deer found the only effective harm-reduction strategy was a periodic cull, typically giving the meat to food banks, but threw the issue over the wall to locals. People should ensure dogs do not go near deer and look into possible ways to warn
deer off. Such methods aren’t necessarily obvious, however, and may take a little research (e.g., in areas where hunting is allowed, sharp noises might scare such animals, but in urban areas I doubt it). Keith Sketchley Saanich
Skateboard commuter feels picked on It seems Victoria police have solved all the city’s crime. In fact, it seems they are so bored with their jobs that they have taken up the fight against green transportation. Every day, I skateboard from Cook Street to the waterfront, where I work full time. I am respectful and mindful of traffic, ride slowly on the sidewalk when there is no bike lane provided and thus far have caused no collisions or injury to persons or property on my way. Instead of driving a car or taking a taxi, I choose to do my part to keep B.C. and the world a beautiful place to live; I get a good workout and get to see parts of the city on route. It seems that city hall is not interested in keeping Victoria green so much as keeping up an image, one that doesn’t include its residents. I know many, many other people such as myself who skate to work, downtown, every day. We run the cafes, the restaurants and the shops that make downtown so attractive to tourists and residents alike, and we need a way to get there. Victoria police are enforcing a ridiculous bylaw that bans all “person powered vehicles,” including skateboards, scooters and rollerblades, in the downtown area, an offense that carries a $60 fine and impound of the board. I find this a very backwards step. Most cities with a clue would never pull a stunt like this on their own constituents. I feel harassed and singled out
because of one minor incident, involving someone who is obviously unconcerned with public safety regardless of what they are riding. If the person who ran down the elderly couple can’t skateboard, I guess they’ll just have to drive a car. Isn’t that a comforting thought? Patrick Gleeson Victoria
Working horses can be treated better Re: Quaint tradition questioned (News, Aug. 8) I was brought up with work horses on our farm in Alberta. The horses were part of the family. They never had to walk all day on hot pavement, breathing fumes and being confused with all the noise. My dad would get up early in the morning to work the fields to make sure the horses were never working in the hot sun. If a horse could have its choice, I’m sure they would prefer the earth under their feet, working fields with a couple of birds riding along on their back, instead of the city environment. Bruce Williams Victoria
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for once, didn’t start in British Columbia.â€? Cleopatra was the city’s second designated hookah lounge, following Fernwood’s Darband Tea House, which the owner recently closed for personal reasons. Wild Coffee on Yates Street also offers hookah to guests. Back in Cleopatra, nearing 1 a.m., Serry demonstrates the lock mechanism on a hookah that prevents smokers from enjoying anything other than his flavoured molasses products and water in pipes. He has some customers, like Sivorot and his friends, who smoke a pipe over all natural coals instead of going out for drinks. Others, in their attempts to quit smoking cigarettes, he says, smoke a hookah once a week to ease the process. “The way I see it, it’s more of a tax concern than a health concern,â€? Serry says of the recent attention from VIHA. “If you really cared about health, you would ban cigarettes. ‌ Here, if you get addicted, it’s in your head.â€? Sivorot and his crew pay the bill for their two hookahs and coffee, which amounts to about the same cost of a single beer each at a pub. They thank Serry and step out onto the sidewalk, leaving behind the loud electronic beats on Serry’s sound system and a table of men celebrating the end of Ramadan. “It’s better than the usual downtown stuff,â€? Sivorot adds. nnorth@saanichnews.com
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Black Press is proud to be an official sponsor for the 2012 Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock, with news reporter Kyle Slavin on the 18-member tour team as a media rider. To follow Kyle Slavin’s Twitter updates from the final weeks of training and throughout the ride, follow @TDRKyle. ON TOUR: This year’s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Sunday, Sept. 23 and ends Friday, Oct. 5 in Victoria. Tour de Rock raises funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research and programs. HELP OUT: Donations can be made at www. copsforcancer.ca FIND OUT: To catch up on all the Tour de Rock news, photos and videos, go online to:
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elping others and giving back to the community is second nature to Kathryn Goodyear. The 50-year-old West Shore resident, and former member of the Sidney North Saanich RCMP detachment, was a police officer for more than 30 years. After spending most of her career in Alberta, including two years in Nunavut, Goodyear retired from the RCMP in June 2011. However, she continues to work as a reserve police officer at Victoria International Airport. “I still wanted to be able to give back to the community,” she said. Her willingness to help others is why Goodyear is riding the length of Vancouver Island, raising funds for pediatric cancer research as she represents the local RCMP detachment in this year’s Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock. “That’s basically what policing is, working with and working for the community.” While Goodyear has not personally been affected by cancer, a close friend dealt with the disease. In 2005, her friend’s son was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a type of cancer that causes the bone marrow to produce excess white blood cells. A year after recovering, in 2008, the young boy relapsed and required a bone marrow transplant. The boy’s brother stepped up. Today, the
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Kathryn Goodyear stands with her cardboard cutouts at Victoria International Airport. Members of the public can visit the display, learn more about Goodyear, the Tour de Rock – and donate. young man has been cancer-free for seven years. Seeing the support available to her friend, who was a single mother, inspired Goodyear. “The fight itself with cancer is hard enough without having to worry about your employment and your mortgage and all the other stuff that goes with it,” she said. The Tour would be nothing without the support of the Island communities making an effort to raise funds for kids with cancer, she added. “Everybody buys into the fact that these kids need this help.” Goodyear recalls a trip to Camp
Goodtimes with her Tour team in mid-July. The only thing different about the summer camp for kids who have or had cancer is that there’s an oncologist on site, she said. “The kids were laughing and screaming,” she said. “If this money can put that kind of smile on their face, and (allow them to) forget about (their cancer) …” Goodyear paused, unable to find the words to continue. Gearing up for the Tour de Rock, which starts Sept. 23 in Port Alice, Goodyear said she looks forward to getting caught up in the spirit of fundraising and supporting the families she meets along the ride.
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hen Metchosin potter Ann Semple started going blind, she was devastated. The thought of losing her vision also meant losing her love of art and pottery. The 64-year-old has been a potter for 40 years and feared she would have to give up her craft and sell her tools when her vision began to drastically deteriorate a year ago. When painter Linda Anderson heard a fellow artist was thinking of throwing in the towel, she stepped up to offer support. Both are a members of the Coast Collective Art Gallery in Colwood. For nearly 50 years Anderson has been a volunteer with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. She has spent much of that time working with blind artists and developing coping strategies to enable them to continue their passions. The first time the two met, Semple refused to even go into her studio,
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Metchosin potter Ann Semple, left, discovered she could still create art, despite losing her vision, after fellow artist Linda Anderson offered a little guidance. “At that point, she hadn’t been in her studio in three months,” Anderson said. “I used to go in there every day,” added Semple. At her second visit, Anderson started helping Semple transform the cluttered studio into a space where Semple could move freely and grab what she
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needed without having to see anything. “I had millions of tools all over the place,” Semple said. The pair began to organize and place similar tools in small plastic tubs with letters stuck on the outside. Semple could then feel the letter and know what was in each bin. Her chemicals for glazes were labelled with puff paint so she could feel what they were. “If I mixed the wrong ones together they wouldn’t work anymore,” Semple said emphasizing the importance of the labelling. Once the space was organized, the hard part began. Semple sat down at the potter’s wheel and Anderson asked her what she saw. With her eyes focused on the wheel, Semple responded, “I see you,” to Anderson who was standing beside her at an angle that Semple’s eyes could still see. Anderson used her talent for problem solving and placed mirrors around the wheel so Semple could use the reflections to see what she was working on. With mirrors in place, Semple has been back working in her studio for the past year.
The women continue to work together in the name of art, and have formed a close friendship. “Don’t give up. It’s amazing what you can do,” Semple said. charla@goldstreamgazette.com
Legally blind Potter Ann Semple is legally blind, meaning she has lost most of her vision but is not completely in the dark. “In my right eye, sight is very limited. It’s all black and white and warped,” Semple said. “It’s like looking into a fish bowl with a fault in the glass.” Last summer, Semple began to rapidly lose the vision in her left eye as well. She has Neovascula AMD, which means blood vessels form behind her eye and leak blood into the retina. When she looks at something the centre of the image is black and the rest is hazy. She has been receiving some injections from her doctor and her vision has improved.
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This Victoria trio expertly blends harmonies, electronic keyboards and ‘70s-esque guitar riffs against a backdrop of powerful drumming. Friends Keenan Murray, Matt Longpre and Ben Robertson switch instruments song to song, pushing the limits of how much sound three people can deliver. See Sunhawk at Lucky Bar, 517 Yates St. tonight (Aug. 31,) at 10 p.m.
Not just another Monday Movie Monday going strong on grounds of Royal Jubilee Hospital Travis Paterson News staff
Even in its 20th year, Movie Monday continues to slip under the radar. Or does it? For those in the know, it’s a good thing. It means more facetime with coordinator Bruce Saunders, who brings one hell of a conversation, and – if the film being screened is followed by a Q&A with the director – then there’s an even better chance to talk to them too. Plus, the lecture theatre of the Eric Martin Pavilion at Royal Jubilee Hospital is big, but not that big, so regulars can count on getting a seat. In reality, the Monday night screenings draw between 70 to 80 people, a mostly full theatre, while the donations average $1 per head. “We certainly get our share of full houses,” Saunders says. “Spe-
cial screenings, in particular, will fill the place, such as the 19th anniversary party we recently held in June.” Saunders has often wondered if people are wary about coming down to Movie Monday because it’s housed in the Eric Martin, the hospital’s mental health ward. “Originally it was to cater to inpatients but I gradually learned they are unlikely to make it down, as they’re waiting for family”. Instead, Saunders has engaged the public to let them know the event is open to all, and the movies cover the whole spectrum.
Now showing ■ Sept. 10, 6:30 p.m. Into The Wind rediscovers the Terry Fox story, just in time for the annual run happening on Sept. 16. The documentary features Steve Nash and his filmmaker cousin Ezra Holland and goes far beyond what most Canadians know about the icon. ■ Sept. 17, 6:30 p.m., To Make a Farm.
Every day is Monday, yo Saunders has partnered with Yo Video at Foul Bay and Cadboro Bay Roads, where a library of Movie Monday’s films are available to rent, and on the cheap. “That was part of the deal. I want the movies to be seen; I don’t just want them sitting there,” Saunders said. He arranged a Q&A with psychiatrist Dr. Dean Brooks, who was in charge of Oregon State Hospital at the time One Flew Over Cuckoo’s Nest was shot there, and acted in it, too (only later did Saunders moderate the Q&A sessions for Movie Monday). “I’ve always wanted to make this a place for people with mental illness to come and find community. But mental illness is invisible anyways, so there’s no quantifying just how much of an impact we’ve had.” On Friday Aug. 17, for example, Saunders showed The Maze, the story of Canadian artist William Kurelek, whose work is on exhibit at the Art Gallery of Victoria until
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Bruce Saunders is now in his 20th year of running Movie Monday out of the lecture theatre in the Eric Martin Pavilion at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. Sept. 3. In attendance were filmmaker Zack Young and Kurelek’s son, Stephen, who addressed the packed audience. William Kurelek died a devout Catholic in 1977 at the age of 50, recovered from a troubled life of mental illness and addiction. “To me, it’s such an incredibly valuable film,” Saunders said. “I really believe we’ll see Kurelek end up on par with Emily Carr one day, not so far away, and we unravelled
the whole story right here.” It’s another example of the many great films which slip through the cracks of mainstream movie watchers. “There’s so many of these Canadian and international movies that we’ve shown. “When I started in 1993, I had no idea I could keep the program together this long. But there’s so much positive feedback.” sports@vicnews.com
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Get the blues this weekend Vancouver Island Blues Bash, at Ship Point in the Inner Harbour runs Sept. 1 to 3,
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and features local and international blues and R&B artists. For details, see jazzvictoria.ca/ blues-bash.
runs from noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 8. Events include the Langham Court Theatre’s 150 Years of Fashion, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria’s open house and more. View vintage cars on Manor Road and visit Government House, 1401 Rockland Ave. For more information, see rockland.bc.ca.
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For many British Columbians, Labour Day may simply mean the last extended weekend of the summer. It is important to remember it is a day to celebrate working people and the contribution they make to the province and the quality of life we enjoy. The rights that workers have today, such as a 40-hour work week, minimum wage, parental leave and paid holidays, were hard fought for in times when labourers had few benefits, no voice and worked in perilous conditions. Many of the protections and rights that today’s employees have exist because of unions. The origins of this national holiday are rooted Labour Day is celebrated on the first Monday of in the history of the Canadian labour movement every September and this year on Sept. 3 it will be that began in the time of Prime Minister Sir John in a show of solidarity for working people across A. Macdonald. the country and beyond. From a bold stand by a group of Ontario printers in May of 1872 grew the most important legislation to impact workers in the following century. Union pioneers petitioned their employers for a reduction in the number of hours worked - asking that their workweek be reduced to six, nine-hour Labour Day is celebrated each days. year on the first Monday in Forming an organization dubbed the Nine September. The last holiday of the summer season, it also Hours Movement, they argued that reducing signals the start of the school working hours would benefit both workers and year on the next day! society as more time would be spent with family and community. Employers scoffed at their claims
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and rejected their demands. At the time it was a crime to be member of a union in Canada yet in a courageous act of defiance, the Toronto Typographical Union went on strike to secure the ninehour workday. A parade was held which drew some 10,000 spectators. The workers went on strike. Many lost their job and were forced to relocate. Their employers brought in replacement workers and used this so called ‘conspiracy’ to have 24 members of the movement arrested and jailed. On June 14, 1872 Macdonald passed the Trade Union Act that legalized union activity, freed the workers and endeared him to the working class. The Toronto printers strike paved the way for unions across North America to demand a 54hour workweek. Canadian trade unionists have ever since celebrated this day that has been set aside to honour ‘those who labour.’ The first Labour Day parade was held in Winnipeg in 1894, and was two miles long. Today approximately 30 per cent of B.C.’s workforce is covered by a collective agreement. As Labour Day has evolved it remains a day of celebration, solidarity, speeches and recreation. This Labour Day, take a moment to reflect on the history and significance of the day.
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Entertaining ideas abound this Labour Day! While many will be taking time to honour local workers on Monday, there’s plenty of fun to be had on the rest of the weekend as well, as Victorians celebrate the last long-weekend of summer.
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Entertaining ideas abound in Victoria, where the 26th annual Victoria Fringe Festival continues through Sept. 2, featuring comedy, drama, dance, physical theatre and more. For a full schedule, and ticket information, visit www.victoriafringe.com While the Fringe hits a variety of Victoria stages, the Inner Harbour welcomes the Victoria Jazz Society’s Vancouver Island Blues Bash Sept. 1 to 3, featuring headliners David Gogo and Joe Louis Walker, in Cont. next page
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addition to a host of free afternoon concerts at the Ship Point stage. Learn more at http://jazzvictoria. ca/blues-bash Also at Ship Point, and a highlight of the summer season for sailing fans and history buffs alike, is the 35th annual Classic Boat Festival, Aug. 31 to Sept. 2. For details, see www.classicboatfestival.ca
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SAANICH & THE PENINSULA One of the highlights of the weekend for the past 145 years has been the Saanich Fair, a celebration that still includes a whole host of agricultural displays and competitions, along with a modern midway, entertainment, dog shows and much more. Visit www.saanichfair.ca for details. Also on the Saanich Peninsula will be the final fireworks show of summer at the Butchart Gardens Sharon Tiffin photo
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rian Burke can say whatever he wants, and often does. But when the esteemed general manager of the NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs told Victoria Cougars owner Gary Boyer about the growing reputation of junior B hockey, the fact is, he didn’t need to. It was during the Abbotsford-hosted Cyclone Taylor Cup provincial championship in March that Boyer ran into Burke in the lobby of an Abbotsford hotel. Burke was there to watch the AHL playoff series between the Abbotsford Heatand the Leafs’ farm club, the Toronto Marlies. “(Burke) wanted to know who our team was, he said, ‘junior B in B.C. is the best in Canada and your drawing the attention of the NCAA,’” Boyer said. It’s an easy thing to say, sure, but it also doesn’t come as a surprise. The Cougars are sending five players to college this fall from the 2011-12 team. Three to the NCAA, and two to the B.C. Intercollegiate Hockey League. Defenceman Kurtis Kunz, who is actually from Utah, is going to the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, an NCAA Div. 1 program. Making the jump to Div. 1 from junior B is pretty rare, but it’s starting to happne, Boyer said. The other Cougars going to the NCAA are Colin Minardi to Finlandia University in Michigan, a Div. III program, and Josh Wyatt, who committed to Weber State University, in Utah, a Div. II team. Going to the BCIHL are Connor Stephens to Selkirk College and Steve Axford to Okanagan College. It’s not first set of Cougars to go directly to the NCAA, as Jimmy Carter and Jordan Zalba had previously made the jump. “Every year we make the promise to our players to do everything we can to help them with post-secondary and junior A aspirations,” coach Mark Van Helvoirt said. “We want to get our younger kids up to the junior A level as soon as possible, but there’s older kids, and we want them to be motivated too.” To help the 19 and 20 year olds, Van Helvoirt and staff create video packages of the players and
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South division forward Tommy Kala (now an assistant coach with the Victoria Cougars) protects the puck from Brett Powell of the Comox Valley Glacier Kings) during the 2010 all-star game. ship them off to prospective schools at year end. “The difference is, this year we had schools pursuing us, and had scholarships waiting. It’s also becoming easier to move players on due to the fact our previous players are doing a good job.”
Cougars the team to beat With high-scoring captain Brody Coulter returning, the Victoria Cougars are the early favourites once again. The champs are coming off a dominating season in which the team was first in the regular season and won the Brent Patterson Memorial playoff trophy. But the Cougars also lost the provincial trophy on a flukey goal in overtime, which was just a few months ago, so motivation shouldn’t be a question mark. Neither is their leadership, under coach-of-the-year winner Mark Van Helvoirt. The Cougars did move five players from last year’s championship team to college this season, however, and more are hoping for junior A spots. But its all merely a matter of rebuilding around a core that is mostly there. The defence will closely resemble that of last year’s, while newcomer Garrett Brandsma
Bantam golfers hit top-10 Three Victoria golfers, two boys and one girl, finished in the top 10 in of the 2012 B.C. Championship Series for bantam age golfers (under-13), which finished at the Merritt Golf and Country Club on Tuesday. The bantam boys and girls Championship is contested annually for players aged 13 and younger as of the last day of the competition. Duncan’s Callum Davison captured the boys title with a 5-under
par and Richmond’s Katherine Chan won the girls title with a 4-under par. Victoria boys Keaton Gudz and Ethan Ko finished seventh and 10th, respectively. Gudz shot par 72 in both rounds to finish even and Ko shot a total nine-over par. Lexi Kondrak was the top female finisher from Victoria, 10th overall with a total round of 163, 19-over. sports@vicnews.com
scored 39 points in 39 games as an 18-year-old with the Comox Valley Glacier Kings last year.
Wolves will bring bite As the curtain draws back this week to reveal the Westshore Wolves, there will be a few surprises. The Wolves may not set the league on fire in its first season, but make no mistake – this is not the West Shore’s previous club, the Westshore Stingers. Wolves ownership has sold the idea of a clean break from the get-go, and now with head coach and general manager Victor Gervais in place, the Wolves are ready to walk the walk. Gervais led a long career in the pros before he enjoyed plenty of success handling the GM and coaching duties for the junior A Victoria Grizzlies in the B.C. Hockey League the past four seasons. And though Gervais never made the NHL, he crossed paths with plenty of NHL greats. During his journey in the minors, Gervais was on teams with future NHL coaches including Barry Trotz (Nashville Predators) and Joel Quenneville (Chicago Blackhawks), among others. In short, the transition period for
Gervais’ Wolves will be no different than any other team finding its chemistry in the early going. Add to that, Gervais has been a regular attendee at junior B games the last few years, and knows the league. He’s acquired a core of veterans from around the league and top prospects out of midget, which the Stingers never did.
The Braves are back Last year the Braves got something the team was desperately missing – a star. It had been several years since the Braves had a scorer who topped 25 points when Ty Jones returned to captain the club. Jones scored 75 points in 34 games. He won the league MVP, shared the scoring title with Steven Axford and carried the team to its best playoff run in the recent era. The Braves may have suffered a crushing semifinal loss to the Peninsula Panthers, but with Jones coming back, the team is riding high as a premier club in the league. Add to that the likely WHL promotion of Jack Palmer, who won the league’s rookie of the year award, and coach Brad Cook has a brand he can sell to future players. sports@vicnews.com
Vees’ Murphy de-commits from NCAA Penticton Vees forward Wade Murphy, of Victoria, has reversed his previously signed letter of intention to play hockey for Merrimack College, a Div. 1 men’s program in the National Collegiate Athletic Association. The team announced Murphy’s decision on the weekend, saying they expect the Spectrum Community school graduate to return for the 2012-13 season. “These situations are never
easy,” Vees coach-general manager Fred Harbinson said in a team statement. “Wade simply felt he rushed into a decision and has decided he wants to reevaluate where he will play college hockey next year.” Murphy has played 145 career games in the BCHL so far. He made the Victoria Grizzlies from the Saanich Braves and, following his explosion as an offensive player in the 2011-12 season, was
traded to the Vees. He bagged 27 points in 28 games during the Vees run as BCHL, Doyle Cup (Western Canada) and RBC Cup (national) champions. The Grizz host the Powell River Kings for the final preseason game, 1 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 2) at Bear Mountain Arena, and start the season at the inaugural BCHL showcase in Chilliwack, Sept. 7 and 8. sports@vicnews.com
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Just an ‘old school’ run along the water Scenic half marathon returns for second year
“Events used to be a lot lower key. The bikes are meant to tie into the multisport culture of today and the 5km really opens Travis Paterson it up to non-fitness people, though the News staff sport of running itself is still very much alive,” Nicholls said. There will be no icy ponds to run New this year, both the races will end through at this year’s McNeill Bay Half with one-and-a-quarter laps on the 400 Marathon, no man-made obstacles other metre Jack Wallace Memorial track of Oak than 21 kilometres of scenery along the Bay High. There’s also a new turnaround Oak Bay route. on the half marathon course which will The race is next Sunday, Sept. 9, begin- eliminate a couple of the hills. ning and ending at Oak Bay Oak Bay High’s leaderHigh. It’s the second year since ship group will be on hand “Maybe (the relocating from the Peninsula, as the some of the race profwhere it ran for 16 years as the race) is out of the its will benefit the Cops for Land’s End Half Marathon in norm with the Cancer Tour de Rock fundSidney. raiser, which the school’s “My races are old school,” future of fitness students famously contribsaid organizer Phil Nicholls. compared to the ute to. “As I call it, it’s an accurate and Last year Nicholls invited good value, and maybe out of new age races out Dylan Wykes to run the the norm with the future of fit- there.” McNeill Half, knowing ness compared to the new age Wykes had yet to qualify – Phil Nicholls (Tough Mudder type races) out for London. there.” Wykes set a course Not that 21 clicks is easy. But Nich- record of 64 minutes, a tough number olls, a multiple winner of the Victoria to crack. The race ended up being part Marathon, is well aware the race calendar of Wykes’ Olympic campaign. In April he in Victoria, the Island, and across south- qualified for the Olympics with Canada’s ern B.C. has plenty of options, some of second fastest marathon ever. them with a lot more than just running. This time last year Wykes was still on Nicholls also added a new five kilome- the rise, and then he was the top Canatre Litespeed distance added this year. dian in London at 20th overall and has So to reward those who register is become Canada’s fastest modern maraa door prize, a Quintana Roo triathlon thoner, Nicholls said. bike for the half marathon runners and a The Litespeed starts at 7:50 a.m., half Litespeed road bike for those in the 5km. marathon at 8 a.m. Register online at Each bike is world class, worth thou- Islandrunner.ca or call 250-595-2378. sands of dollars. sports@vicnews.com
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Victoria lands major rugby tournament The 2012 Americas Rugby Championship is coming to little old Langford from Oct. 12 to 20. Previously scheduled for Argentina in October, the hosts backed out, and the annual International Rugby Board men’s tournament between Argentina, Canada, U.S.A. and Uruguay, will take place at Bear Mountain Stadium at City Centre Park. The 15s rugby event is the Americas version of Europe’s Six Nations and the Southern Hemisphere’s Tri Nations rugby championships, which attract world-class crowds of 20,000 to 80,000 people. The tourey starts Oct. 12 with U.S.A. vs. Argentina and Canada vs. Uruguay. Canada then faces U.S.A. on Oct. 16 and Argentina on Oct. 20. “This is a rare opportuntiy for our national team players to put their skills on display in front of their home community,” said team manager Gareth Rees. Visit the full story at Vicnews.com. sports@vicnews.com
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Before he was an Olympian, Dylan Wykes torched the McNeill Bay Half Marathon in exactly one hour and four minutes last year.
Former WLA great Nirmal Dillon is back as head coach of the Victoria Shamrocks junior A lacrosse team. “It is with great pleasure I announce the appointment of Nirmal Dillon to the head coach position,” said general manager Rod Wood. “Dillon is the last coach to win the minto cup in Victoria and I am confident that a team lead by him can bring it back again.” Dillon previously held an assistant coaching position with the club, and replaces Larry Smeltzer. sports@vicnews.com
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LOST AND FOUND
HELP WANTED
A COURSE IN MIRACLES. New Zealand’s ACIM Master, Jaedra Bullock, shares this life changing material in a simple, clear manner. Public Talk: Sept. 7th, 7-9 pm, Church of Truth, 111 Superior St. Workshops, Sept. 8th & 9th, 10-5 pm, Fine Arts Building, UVic. For info: Rachel 250-592-4338
FOUND: SET of 10 keys, Thurs, south side of Fort, between Vancouver/Quadra. Call 250-388-7744, 250-813-0716.
Vintage, Retro & Collectible Show and Sale
LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Fall Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator 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.
Sunday, Sept 2, 9:30am - 4:00pm, $3 ‘Early Birds’ @ 8:30am, $20 Winspear Centre, Sidney. Meet over 60 retro & collectible enthusiasts at this 100 table sale. Free parking; children free with adult.
http://josiejones. shawwebspace.ca (Linking to FACEBOOK) Contact David at 250-744-1807 or dnlock@shaw.ca
TRAVEL GETAWAYS
Need To Get Out Of The House, Talk To People & Create Extra Income?
LAW of attraction, success and money making secrets revealed by Wealthy Benefactor. Incredibly powerful life changing information. Call Lorne for your free CD (250) 513-0243.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
Have your say. Get Paid. Voice your opinion on issues that matter and receive cash incentives for doing so.
Also, participate to win one of 10 prizes totalling $1000! www.yourinsights.ca
PERSONALS HOT GUYS! HOT CHAT! HOT FUN! Try Free! Call 250220-3334 or 800-777-8000. www.interactivemale.com STEAMWORKS: A club for men to meet men. 582 Johnson St., Victoria. 250-3836623 steamworksvictoria.com THANK YOU St. Jude Prayers answered. H.M.
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LOST AND FOUND STOLEN: BRODIE HELLION AND SIMS OATH BMX BIKES. Locks cut and taken from home in Colwood. Brodie Hellion is silver/grey with spray painted red maple leaf, ďŹ ve years old, much loved and used for transportation to work. Sims is black with purple rims and black pegs, brand new. Please call Westshore RCMP 250-474-2264 ďŹ le #2012-10190. Cash reward, 250-514-4142.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
TRADES, TECHNICAL
FREE ITEMS
FRUIT & VEGETABLES
NOOTKA SOUND TIMBER Requires the following:
FREE: DECK Railing, 1 x 4, approx 45’. Call 250-479-8418.
Hydraulic Loader Operator/Hoe Chucker • Grapple Yarder Operator • Hooktender Level III OFA would be an asset. Operates on Nootka Island on a 14&7 or 10&4 shift
FREE: PANASONIC 27� TV, works well. (250)477-4887.
BLUEBERRIES! Bountiful, Delicious, CertiďŹ ed Organic. U-Pick $3./lb, bulk $4.50/lb. 1438 Mt Newton XRd. 250652-9035.
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Fax resume to 250-594-1198 or nootkasoundtimber@gmail.com
PERSONAL SERVICES ART/MUSIC/DANCING
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
MAKE A FORTUNE with $3000, we know how. Free info pack. Call (250)590-9634.
INFORMATION
GROCERY STORE PRODUCT SAMPLERS
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
1-Up Single Parent Resource Centre is seeking caring individuals to participate in the Peer Helper
for Single Parents volunteer training. Successful candidates will receive training to provide one-on-one support for parents. Training will run once a week from mid Sept to late Nov. Interested individuals please contact Cheryl Dyck at cheryl@1-up.ca or call 250-385-1114.
HELP WANTED
LOST RING. Pinky ďŹ nger, gold w/ one diamond. Ogden Point/ Empress Hotel. (250)294-1171
THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Grapple Yarder Operators (144,044) • Hooktenders • Chasers • 2nd Loader/Buckers • Hydraulic Log Loader/Hoe Forward Operators • Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers (PaciďŹ c) • Heavy Duty Mechanics. Full time with union rates and beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email: ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.
COMING EVENTS
COMING EVENTS
BUYING & SELLING GOLD, SILVER, COINS, BANK NOTES
Local Numismatic Experts paying TOP prices.
SEE US AT THE COLLECTIBLE SHOW Sunday, September 2, 2012 9:30am - 4pm Sidney, Mary Winspear Centre Jack or Nancy Noble (250) 478-4418 www.paccoin.com
Try part-time work as a Food Demonstrator 6-10 days a month in major grocery & department stores. Job Description: You must be outgoing, able to work on your own, enjoy 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; you need to be available any 2 of the 3 days) from 11-5, 11-6 or 12-6. Requirements: • Fully uent in English • Able to stand 6-7 hr./day • Own a vehicle 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. 21 JMP Marketing Services Reliable since 1979 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 250360-1923 today for an interview. HERITAGE LANDSCAPING & Masonry. Recruiting a fulltime design/ builder for stonework, labour & garden design in the Victoria area. $15.-$18/ hour. Contact gavin@heritagelandscapes.ca
INTERVIEWS ARE taking place now for Fall Piano Lessons. All Ages & Levels welcome. 250-881-5549....on the web musiciswaycool.com PIANO OR ute lessons with a qualiďŹ ed experienced teacher. Hillside/Landsdowne area. Call (250)386-8476 or email: salmongvpl@yahoo.ca
FINANCIAL SERVICES
FUEL/FIREWOOD ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, ďŹ r, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.
1940ish NECKTIES 30 for $30. Box of material $10. (778)265-1615.
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers ďŹ rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
DRESSER, 6 drawers, in good condition, $25 obo. Call (250)477-4887. KITCHEN TABLE, 4 chairs, Canadian Maple. $99. Call (250)478-3420. LAWNMOWER, Electric Compact Mulcher, used once. $75. (250)727-7741. PHILLISHAVE RAZOR (brand new), $25. Weight scale, pounds & ounces, $4. (250)380-9596. TWIN EXTRA long Springwall chiropractic mattress. Pillow top. $40. (250)598-2472.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES LEGEND 4 wheel Scooter...1 year old, only driven 4 times. Comes with all the bells and whistles...canopy, cane holder, basket and more. Asking $1800 OBO. Also available a $500 ramp for 1/2 price OBO. Phone 250-655-3849.
WE’RE ON THE WEB
WOOD TABLE 28�x38�, & chair $25. 7 drawer plywood desk $15. (250)477-1819.
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Editor Goldstream News Gazette 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
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Portraiture-Baby+Family Maternity. Home Movies to DVD. Call 250-4753332. www.cwpics.com
PETS PETS FREE KITTENS to good home. Call (250)818-8813.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051
3-PIECE ANTIQUE Rattan furniture, Imperial Rattan Co. Sofa, chair, ottoman. Great condition. $150. Call (250)6564853 or (250)889-5248 (cell).
TRADES, TECHNICAL
APPLIANCES
Journeyman Mechanic Do you love the outdoors? OK Tire in Terrace, B.C. NOW HIRING! Excellent renumeration for successful applicant. Fax resume to (1)-250-635-5367 Attn. General Manager or Email: momack@citywest.ca
WANTED: CLEAN fridge’s, upright freezers, 24� stoves, portable dishwashers, less than 15 yrs old. McFarland Industries, (250)885-4531.
Looking for a NEW job? www.bcjobnetwork.com
FRIENDLY FRANK 16 GLASS and canning jars, all different sizes, $4 for all. Call (250)656-1640.
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
BUILDING SUPPLIES METAL ROOFING & siding sales. Seconds avail. Custom roof Flashings. 250-544-3106.
The Goldstream News Gazette has an immediate opening for a full-time editor. The News Gazette covers the West Shore area of Greater Victoria. Reporting to the editorial director, the Editor is part of the management team and will be instrumental in helping guide the overall strategic direction of the News Gazette. The successful candidate will possess above average leadership skills, will be a strong communicator, pay attention to detail and can manage and work under pressure in a deadline driven environment. Previous editing experience would be considered an asset. As well as editing copy and paginating pages, the successful candidate can expect to produce news copy and editorials, take photographs, attend events and generate story ideas. The ability to organize copy and supervise the production of special supplements is also required. In addition, the successful candidate will have a passion for all aspects of multimedia journalism, including a track record of turning around well-written, fact-based, concise, well-produced content quickly for posting online that day. In addition, you have skills in search-engine optimization of all content, social media (Facebook, Twitter) as both research tools and traffic generators. The News Gazette offers a great working environment with a competitive remuneration plan coupled with a strong benefits package. The News Gazette is owned by Black Press Ltd., Canada’s largest independent newspaper company, with more than 180 community, daily and urban newspapers and extensive online operations with over 250 websites. Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by Sept. 14, 2012 to: Kevin Laird Editorial Director, Black Press-South Island 818 Broughton St. Victoria, B.C. V8W 1E4 or email: klaird@blackpress.ca Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE www.blackpress.ca
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
FOR SALE BY OWNER
HOMES WANTED
APARTMENT/CONDO
AUTO FINANCING
2 MOTHER of the Bride dresses, size 16 and 18, never worn, $150 obo. Nurses uniform tops (8), $10 each. Call (250)294-6238 or cell (250)413-7301.
YAMAHA ELECTONE Organ C35, good condition, great for home, hall or church. Asking $2500. Call 250-386-9881 (afternoon or evenings.
WE BUY HOUSES
THETIS LAKE ESTATES large 1 bdrm or can be 2 bdrm suite, all utils + cable/high speed internet, laundry, garbage, private parking, close to all amenities, quiet rural setting. Refs, small pet ok. $1050./$1250. 250-220-4718, 250-507-1440.
DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
HOME THEATER Audio system, boxed, never used, $300. Collector plates (endangered species), full set (10), $200. Call (250)474-2325.
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? LOWREY ORGAN Symphonic Holiday.4 channels, upper/lower keyboard, about 4’L x 2’W x 3.5’H, $600. obo. SCOOTER Rascal Continental,good working order $400. (250)544-2116 NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division.
SOUTH OAK BAY- 650 Victoria Ave. Solid 1939 2 bdrm, 1 bath, sunroom+ patio. 947 sq.ft.+ full 6’ bsmnt. Sep. wired garage, 49’ x 110’ lot. New roof. Natural gas. $550,000. firm. 1(250)653-9799.
MAYFAIR AREA (Open House), Sept. 1, 10:30-12:00 PM. 4 bdrms, 3 bath, 1 bdrm suite. $464,900. 3174 Yew St. 250-812-4910. CAYCUSE Very rare 5 acre treed park-like Property with well-maintained furnished home - 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Reduced to sell $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 or 250-478-2648
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!
Call: 1-250-616-9053 www.webuyhomesbc.com
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Osteoporosis~MS~Fibromya lgia? Increase Performance? Commercial Vibration machine. Clinically proven. (250)287-2009.
SIDNEY: 2 bdrm rancher, completely remodeled, close to town. NS/NP. Avail immed. $1200+ utils. 1(604)836-5407. SIDNEY- (James White Blvd) 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, quiet neighbourhood, close to bike path & all schools, easy access to all amenities. W/D, F/S, D/W. NS/NP. $1400. Call (250)5440470. SIDNEY. WATERFRONT 3 bdrm, 3 bath, heritage house, $2300 + utils. 250-812-4154.
POCKET-COIL MATTRESS Sets w/10 Yr. Warranty $399., Queen-Size $499., K/S $699.; Good Selection New & Used Furniture Sale Now! BUY & SAVE, 9818 4th St., Sidney. buyandsave.ca Visa, M/C SHOP-RIDER 4W SCOOTER new batteries, annual checkup. New Evolution 4 wheel walker w/basket+ additional Walker. Very fancy wine rack, w/lock & key. Fireplace tools. Call for more details, (250)380-4092.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewellery. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700
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CASH PAID
FOR ALL VEHICLES in all conditions in all locations
250-885-1427 Call us first & last, we pay the highest fair price for all dead & dying vehicles. Don’t get pimped, junked or otherwise chumped!
CARS 1977 CADILAC Eldorado, beige metallic. Cruise control, automatic. Very good cond., only 80,000 km. Please call (250)477-7076. 1984 380 SE Mercedes, 126. Daily driver, gold with sunroof. Leather interior, no rust. $1800. obo. (250)595-7573.
SHARED ACCOMMODATION CEDAR HILL, female seeking roommate, 2 bdrm, clean, $480 mo + utils. 250-686-0603 FABULOUS SWEEPING OCEAN VIEWS Looking for an incredible low maintenance home with minimal yard work, amazing views & move-in ready? Beautiful 2bdrm + large den, two sunrooms, two decks, hardwood floors, gas F/P, skylights, 2.5 baths, garage + more. Built for view & privacy. 2200 sq ft. Dead-end, quiet street steps to beach. Saxe Point Park area. $575,000. 250-383-0206, 250-382-7890. Seasidevictoria@gmail.com
Qualicum Beach: $295,000 1512 sq.ft. modular, 5yrs old, on own land in 45+ Coop Park. 2bdrm +den, 2baths. Close to beaches and golf courses. (250)738-0248
SAVE ON COMMISSION Sell your home for $6900 or 1% plus $900 fees FULL MLS SERVICE!
CALL: 250-727-8437 HOUSES FOR SALE
Jasmine Parsons www.jasmineparsons.com One Percent Realty V.I.
RV SITES AVORADO RESORT. Beautiful waterfront RV Resort. New Sites For Sale ($63,900). All season, full amenities, clubhouse & beach access. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership! www.avorado.com Call 250-228-3586.
RENTALS
Garage Sales
APARTMENT/CONDO 1 & 2 Bdrm suites & cabins. Perched on a cliffside with panoramic ocean vista, overlooking The Saanich Inlet. 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. 250478-9231.
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CEDAR HILL area, 4290 Cedar Hill Rd., Sat, Sept. 1, 9am4pm. Downsizing/Garage Sale ESTATE SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1ST. 9AM TO 2PM. 5042 CAMBRIA WOOD TERRACE V8Y 2W9. NO CLOTHES. NO CHILDREN’S ITEMS. SMALL APPLIANCES AND OTHER HOUSEHOLD ITEMS. E-MAIL QUESTIONS TO SPARKLES@SHAW.CA GORDON HEAD, 1575 Hawthorne St., Sat & Sun, 10-3pm. Sept. 1 & 2. Two Family Sale.
SIDNEY, 9813 Third St., Sat, Sept. 1, 8am. Huge Garage/Moving Sale. Something for everyone!
N.SAANICH, 1851 Barrett Dr., Sat. Sept. 1, 9am-2pm. MOVING Sale. Household/kitchen items, small appliances, electrical and hand tools, garden tools, hardware, books, crystal, glassware, pictures, vinyl records, collectibles & more. SAANICH. QUALITY YARD sale. Sat. & Sun, Sept. 1 & 2, 10-5. Vintage, radios, scale model kits, collectibles, cameras, toys, turn tables, records, games & much more! 6515 Gliddon Rd. No early birds.
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CENTRAL SAANICH- (Arthur Dr) 1 bdrm suite, waterfront, quiet neighbourhood, 640sq ft, own W/D, F/S, 1 car parking. $800. NS/NP. Refs. Call (250)544-0470. COLWOOD: 3 or 4 bdrm + hot tub avail Sept. 1. Great family home located on quiet a cul de sac in the desirable Wishart area. $1900/mo inclds water, garbage pickup. You are responsible for 2/3 hydro (you have your own heat thermostat). Private laundry, D/W. Will consider pet (not a fenced yard). Pet deposit req’d, ref’s, Absolutely NO smoking. Call 250-478-4606.
LAKEFRONT PROPERTYDesirable location in Sooke, $575,000. View by appt. (250)658-9133.
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HOMES FOR RENT
LANGFORD, 3 bdrm, 2 bath house, $1500 mo + utils, N/S, pets neg, large sundeck, W/D hookups. (250)478-6272.
SOOKE RANCHER Beautiful, immaculate, 1,649 sq ft executive rancher located in Whiffen Spit Estates, Sooke, BC. 10,000+ sq ft lot. Asking price $429,900. 250-686-5372
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LADYSMITH - 8 White Street. Top flr, 2 bdrm apartment. 3-stry bldg with elevator. Harbour view. Washer/dryer in unit. Walk to Transfer Beach. Small dog welcome. $1000/mo + DD. Call Lindsey 250-8169853 MT. DOUGLAS Court- 1550 Arrow Rd, Bachelor Suite, $450. Lower income seniors 55+ only. NS/NP. Cable, heat, hot water incl’d. Avail immed & Sept. 1st. Call 250-721-1818.
SUITES, LOWER BRENTWOOD Bachelor quiet, priv entr, central area. NS/NP. $600 incl. 250-652-6680 eve’s. MNT DOUG area: Large 1 bdrm, reno’d. Inclusive, small dog welcome, N/S. $850. Call (250)721-0281, (250)858-0807 ROYAL OAK. Bright 1 bdrm, high ceilings, priv. courtyard, own W/D. Suits NS/NP, quiet clean. $850. inclusive. (250)896-6196. SIDNEY, 1 bdrm, sep ent, laundry, $800 mo, N/S, cat ok. Avail Oct 1. 250-655-1089. SIDNEY: BACHELOR suite, by park, ocean, bus. ND/NS/NP. Appl’s, some furn, most util’s. $875. Leave message and ref’s (250)655-8826. SOOKE 1 br + office, large quality walk-in + private storage, laundry rm, F/P, all included, sm pet, quiet N/S, refs, $800. 642-5332
2 NEW Furnished suites, $600, $700, utilities included near Elk Lake, buses, parking, no smoking/pets 250-7040325 captain@headsupnav.com SIDNEY, 3-bdrm. Quiet, large yard. Quality area near park & bus.N/S. $1375. 250-665-7324
TOWNHOUSES
OPEN HOUSE W. SAANICH, 3773 Casey Dr., Sat & Sun, Sept. 1 & 2, 9am-3pm. Multi Family Sale. No early birds!
OPEN HOUSE. #30 Lekwammen Drive. 2 bdrm, 2 bath Sat., Sun., & Mon., 12-3pm. LP $319,900. Call Irma (250)477-4117.
WE’RE ON THE WEB
For scrap vehicle FREE Tow away
858-5865 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 1999 ML 320 V6 Mercedes Benz SUV, good shape, low mileage. New tires, loaded, 4 wheel drive, $9000 obo. Call (250)478-5836 or cell (250)818-5754.
2004 VW TOUAREG. Only 135,000 km, economical, spirited V6 engine, all wheel drive and tow hitch with electric brakes. Unique 6 speed Tiptronic auto transmission. Well equipped interior, rear mounted CD changer. Beautiful, well maintained. $13,900 obo, 250658-1123 mjmarshall@telus.net
SIDNEY- NEW 2 bdrm + den, W/D. NS/NP. $1700 mo. Avail immed. Call 250-217-4060.
TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUE/CLASSICS
2009 ACADIA SLT, AWD, seats 7, loaded. 60,500km. $30,000. 250-923-7203
LOOKING FOR AN Auction Bedroom Suite Couch Deli Esthetics Fuel Garage Sale House Investments Jungle Gym Kiln Living Room Suite Moving Company Nail Care Open House Poultry Quilt Rolling Pin Sail Boat Venetian Blinds Window Washer Xylophone Yard Work Zebra
250.388.3535
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TRUCKS & VANS 1995 PLYMOUTH Voyager Van, 7 seater, 1 family owned, well maintained, woman driven, low mileage (164,000 KMS). Asking $2900. Call (250)477-4256.
SIDNEY. 1-BDRM top SE corner. Balcony, near ocean, parking. $850. 250-812-4154. SIDNEY(5TH STREET) Available now & Sept 1. 1 bdrm & 2 bdrms. $800, $925, $1100. New paint, Sm pet ok. Coin op, includes H/W. Call Equitex 250-386-6071.
$50-$1000 CASH
SUITES, UPPER
SIDNEY, 1bdrm, bright, freshly painted, close to amens, quiet, N/P, $800 mo. 250-658-9373 CORDOVA BAY Character House. $599,900. (Bring Offers). 3 bdrm, 3 bath. Walk out private suite, view, on bike trail. Handicap features. Call 250-818-5397.
2004 CHRYSLER 300M, 135,000 kms. Fully Loaded, including Winter tires and rims. Asking $5300. 250-508-4663. 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191.
NEWS
1956 CONSUL MKI Estate Wagon, ONE OF APPROX 15 IN THE WORLD. Body, paint and motor all done. Lots of new parts. The car needs assembly. Will Trade for British and Cash. MUST SELL. No Time. Have all receipts. Call 250-490-4150 (Penticton, BC).
MARINE BOATS $$$ BOATS Wanted. Any size. Cash buyer. Also trailers and outboards. 250-544-2628.
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BEETLES RESIDENTIAL Renovations Ltd. Bathrooms, decks, painting, landscaping and handyman services. Fully insured and guaranteed. Free estimates. Call 250-889-4245. BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Stairs, Painting, General household repairs. Free estimate. Call Barry 250-896-6071 SENIOR HANDYMAN. Household repairs. Will assist do-it-yourselfers. Small hauls. Call Fred, 250-888-5345.
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Friday, August 31, 2012 - SAANICH
This Weekend’s
Select your home. Select your mortgage.
OPENHOUSES Published Every Thursday
Oak Bay 250-370-7601 Victoria 250-483-1360 Westshore 250-391-2933 Sidney 250-655-0632 Chatterton Way 250-479-0688 www.vericoselect.com
1541 Burton Ave, $439,000 Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Lew Poulin, 250-414-3182
1513 Bank, $469,900
Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Murray Lawson 250 385-9814
Saturday 2-4 One Percent Realty Valentino, 250-686-2242
pg. 7
pg. 25 Saturday 11-1 One Percent Realty Valentino, 250-686-2242
1010 View pg. 8
Saturday 2-4 Brown Brothers Real Estate Dylan Hagreen 250 385-8780
304-121 Aldersmith, $279,900 Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd Sharon Stevens-Smith 250 474-6003
316-1061 Fort, $174,900
3174 Yew St, $499,900
Monday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Jeff Shorter, 250-384-8124
Saturday 1-3 Newport Realty David Harvey, 250-385-2033
Saturday 2-4 Duttons & Co Real Estate
pg. 1
Sunday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Justine Cooper, 250-477-1100 pg. 8
Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Jeff Shorter, 250-384-8124
pg. 16
pg. 5
pg. 8
pg. 14
pg. 25
2270 Allenby, $1,179,000
Saturday 2-4 Gordon Hulme Realty Linda Egan, 250-656-4626
Wednesday thru Sunday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Dale Sheppard, 250-478-9600
pg. 15
pg. 1
Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad MacLaren, 250-727-5448
pg. 25
pg. 13
Sunday 2-4 Burr Properties Shirin Purewal 250 382-8838
pg. 15
Saturday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Rick Couvelier, 250-384-8124
pg. 13
pg. 17
pg. 9
Sunday 2-4 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-385-2033
177 Little Eldon Pl, $512,000 pg. 14
Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-385-2033
Saturday 2:30-4 SmartMove Real Estate Blair Veenstra, 250-380-6683
pg. 16
pg. 19
pg. 3
Westhills, $269,900 pg. 25
Saturday & Sunday 12-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd Mike Hartshorne 250 889-4445
pg. 6
110/112 Bear Mountain, $429,000 pg. 5
Saturday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Claire Yoo, 250-858-6775
pg. 19
8-2558 Ferguson Ave, $499,000 pg. 15
303-7143 West Saanich, $320,000
Sunriver Estates Sales Centre
Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Sidney Bill Bird 250 655-0608
Saturday-Thursday 11-4 Newport Realty Blair Watling 250 642-2233
pg. 18
pg. 20
7065 Willis Point
420 Walter, $439,000 Sunday 2-4 Boorman’s Real Estate Michael Boorman 250-595-1535
pg. 19
3334 Myles Mansell, $388,500
211-2050 White Birch Rd, $159,000
Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Robin Lewis, 250-656-0131
101 Kiowa Pl, $1,295,000
pg. 25
pg. 15
Sunday 3-4 Holmes Realty Ltd. James Bridge, 250-656-0911
14-4525 Wilkinson, $395,000
1013 Fenn, $519,000 Saturday 2:30-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Anke Venema, 250 477-1100
pg. 3
591 Delora Dr Sunday 12:30-2 SmartMove Real Estate Blair Veenstra, 250-380-6683
Saturday 2-4 JonesCo Real Estate Inc. Ian Heath 250-655-7653
3877 Holland Ave., $1,095,000
1428 Edgeware Rd., $549,900
2625 Orchard, $719,900 Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd Susan Carley 250 477-7291
Saturday 1-3 Sparling Real Estate Don Sparling, 250-656-5511
Saturday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Judy Gerrett, 250-656-0131
1283 Camrose Cres, $589,000 Saturday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Ed G Sing, 250-744-3301
Sunday 2-4 JonesCo Real Estate Inc. Ian Heath 250-655-7653
571 Latoria, $389,900
11125 Trillium, $679,000
pg. 27
805 Dereen, $967,000
pg. 14
9510 West Saanich, $599,900
Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Diana Winger, 250-384-8124 Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Jeff Shorter, 250-384-8124
Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Justen Lalonde, 250-418-0613
1590 Neild, $1,290,000
205-2311 Mills Rd, $249,000
Saturday 1:30-3:30 Boorman’s Real Estate Michael Boorman 250-595-1535
4038 Cumberland, $549,000
1897 Gonzales Ave, $759,000
Sunday 1-3 Dockside Realty Nice Wise 250 744-9473
2127 Spring Rd, $449,000
Saturday 1-3 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Sheila Christmas, 250-477-1100
1511 Oceanspray Dr, $749,000 pg. 5
Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Bernie Wilkinson, 250-477-5353
Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Hiro Nakatani, 250-661-4476 Saturday 1-3 Fair Realty Jinwoo Jeong, 250-885-5114
3120 Esson Rd, $464,900
pg. 22
114-1110 Willow St, $425,000
208-203 Kimta Rd, $519,000
pg. 15
Sunday 2-4 Fair Realty Kevin Ramsay, 250-217-5091
pg. 18
pg. 10
754 Humboldt, $398,900 Daily Noon-5 exc Fridays Concert Properties 250 383-3722
pg. 25
4806 Amblewood Dr, $799,000
631 Avalon Rd., $629,000
Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Roland Stillings 250-744-3301
Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Cathy Duncan & Associates 250 658-0967
3919 Dawe, $650,000
pg. 1
pg. 11
pg. 8
pg. 5
1204 Fairfield, $309,900 Saturday 2-4 Brown Brothers Real Estate Robert Young 250 385-8780
733A Humboldt
Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Maggie Thompson, 250-889-5955
208-1156 Colville, $339,000
208-203 Kimta Rd, $519,000
405-75 Songhees, $625,000
Sunday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Justine Cooper, 250-477-1100
pg. 9
933 Collinson, $555,000
Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Elena Plotnikoff, 250-818-3232
3439 Mary Anne
Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Doug Munro 250 744-3301
4030/4040 Borden St, $229,900
4413 Houlihan Pl, $549,000
Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Diana Winger, 250-384-8124
Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Corie Meyer 250 384-8124
pg. 6
Saturday 2-4 Boorman’s Rod Hay, 250-595-1535
503-68 Songhees Rd, $429,000 pg. 6
2560/2562 Graham St, $399,000
Daily noon - 5 pm (exc Thurs & Fri) Fair Realty Ryan Bicknell 250 480-3000
Saturday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Neil Rawnsley, 250-592-4422
110-1505 Church Ave, $225,000 pg. 27
pg. 14
pg. 25
105-1157 Fairfield Rd, $199,900
Saturday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast Bill MacDonald 250 479-3333
pg. 16
2-4341 Crownwood Ln, $579,000 pg. 12
Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Lorraine Williams, 250-216-3317
13-4125 Interurban, $409,900
pg. 6
A-707 Linden Ave, $459,900 pg. 17
pg. 13
Sunday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Anke Venema, 250 477-1100
152 Levsita Pl, $584,900
Saturday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast Bill MacDonald 250 479-3333
Saturday 10:30-12 One Percent Realty Guy Effler 250 812-4910
pg. 25
15-4619 Elk Lake, $454,900
Saturday 11:30-1 Boorman’s Real Estate Michael Boorman 250-595-1535
2676 Arbutus Rd, $935,000
306-75 Songhees, $750,000
Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Philip Illingworth, 250-477-7291
4084 Orion, $615,000
20-675 Superior, $639,800 pg. 10
Check the page number below in Real Estate Victoria or visit www.revweekly.com
Find more details on the Open Houses below in the Aug. 30 - Sept. 5 edition of
828 Rupert Terrace
Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Dale Sheppard, 250-478-9600
NEWS
pg. 7
206-1148 Goodwin
910 Lucas Ave, $428,800
3077 Dysart Rd, $498,888
9510 West Saanich, $599,900
Sunday 2-4 Brown Brothers Real Estate Dylan Hagreen 250 385-8780
Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Neil Rawnsley, 250-592-4422
Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Inder Taneja, 250-686-8228
Saturday 2-4 JonesCo Real Estate Inc. Ian Heath 250-655-7653
pg. 6
pg. 13
pg. 14
1915 Forest Hill Pl pg. 27
Saturday, Sunday & Monday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Corie Meyer 250 384-8124
pg. 21
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SAANICH NEWS - Friday, August 31, 2012
End pricey deal for retired legislative clerk, NDP says
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NDP MLAs used the first public meeting of the legislative management committee to call for former clerk of the house George MacMinn to be removed from his $240,000-a-year consulting job. NDP house leader John Horgan called for the second year of MacMinn's consulting contract to be terminated, and asked if taxpayers are paying him for his car, club memberships or pension in addition to extending his salary. MacMinn stepped down last year after 54 years as a legislative clerk, the longest term in Commonwealth history. He served as chief clerk from 1993 until last year, when he agreed to make way for his long-time assistant Craig James. Horgan said the succession took place without consulting the official opposition, and was “orchestrated” by MacMinn to include the consulting arrangement that extended his salary and benefits for two years. He said committee members don't know what MacMinn is supposed to do as a consultant, but public accounts show he was
Saturday, September 15, 2012
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paid $250,000 plus $22,000 in travel expenses last year. B.C. Liberal members of the committee agreed Tuesday to review MacMinn's position, once a report is prepared on his duties. James warned that the two-year term is legally binding, and if it was terminated it could increase the cost to taxpayers. The B.C. Liberal majority voted to approve the appointment of James and the consulting role for MacMinn last year, with NDP MLAs opposed. Historically a secretive group overseeing the $70 million leg-
islature budget, the Legislative Assembly Management Committee was pushed into the open by a critical report issued in July by Auditor General John Doyle. The audit found that MLA credit card bills are being paid without receipts, and the legislative assembly hasn't produced financial statements despite a 2007 recommendation from the previous auditor general. Speaker Bill Barisoff, chair of the committee, said work is well along to implement the auditor's recommendations. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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■ Tru Value Foods’ BC Cancer fundraiser ■ August 25 ■ Tru Value Foods’ Cordova Bay location
Tru Value welcomes the community for cancer fundraiser Summer, sun and sweet corn on the cob all came together last weekend for Cordova Bay Tru Value Foods’ community fundraiser in support of cancer research and programs. The grocery store, which opened last April, hosted the Crab and Corn Fest for Cancer last Saturday. Proceeds will go directly to the BC Cancer Foundation and then be designated to the Alex & Jo Campbell Patient and Family Support Centre, which is part of an expansion at BC Cancer Agency’s Vancouver Island centre. The full-service Tru Value grocery store, the newest of the fivestore, locally based company, aims to be the one-stop location for neighbourhood shoppers. Owner and general manager Phil Greenhalgh said the Cordova Bay store is working to re-establish its role as the community’s one-stop grocery shopping location, which includes a fullservice meat and seafood section, deli counter and floral centre. Managed locally by Rob Clarke, the 7,500-square-foot grocery store is fresh, clean, spacious and well-stocked with a wide variety of fresh produce, bulk foods, organic and whole foods, and conventional grocery fare. Because Tru Value is a small “more intimate” grocery store, Greenhalgh notes, it welcomes input from patrons. “We can’t carry everything, but I think we’ve done a good job with the mix. But if we don’t have it, please ask and we’ll do our best to get it in.” Community support is a big part of the Tru Value mandate and in addition to events like the Crab and Corn Fest, shoppers can also participate in Tru Value’s Spirit Board – a program that directs one per cent of sales to customers’ non-profit community groups of choice. “It’s a win-win for both the community groups and us,” says Greenhalgh. “When people come in here, I think they’re going to like what they see.”
Jo Campbell, Island Farms’ Art Paulo and his wife Jan, with Tru Value Foods General Manager, partner and owner Phil Greenhalgh.
Emily Orr paints Addison Gulliver-Pang’s face as her sister Kailee Gulliver-Pang looks on.
Tiffany Donison and Dexter Vandekerkhove.
Neil and Sherri Seddon with 19-month-old grandson Ben Scott.
Shaun Whitecross, Seafood and Meat Manager at Tru Value Foods, serves up the fresh crab.
Five-month-old Corbin reaches for the cob of corn his sister River Whitecross is enjoying.
Tony Hunt and his son Benson take a break in the shade.
The BC Cancer Foundation’s Lori Angelini and Debbie Walsh, at the event.
Joanne Lee wraps bundles of sunflowers that were for sale.
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SAANICH NEWS - Friday, August 31, 2012
Saanich fair celebrates 145 years
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Devon MacKenzie
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News staff
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The screams of thrill-seekers and the sugary smell of cotton candy will fill Central Saanich this long weekend, as the 145th Saanich Fair kicks off tomorrow (Sept. 1). The fair, which attracts an average of 45,000 people to the Saanich Peninsula each year, is run by non-profit group North & South Saanich Agricultural Society. It is the longest continuously running agricultural fair in Western Canada. As usual, the fair will feature a large midway, livestock, a farmer’s market and lots of entertainment, including fan-favourite bands like The Archers, Chick Wagon, Rukus and Phoenix the Band. Ten new acts have also been added to the entertainment roster – visit the entertainment stage at the fair to check them out. There will be a number of contests for fairgoers with big appetites, including the usual ice cream and watermelon eating contests, and a new addition: a spam eating contest. These will also be hosted at the entertainment stage. The fair also includes several horse shows and dog shows, a highland dance competition, and the exhibit halls, which feature award-winning produce, flowers, arts and crafts, and more. The fair runs Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 1 and 2) from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Monday (Sept. 3) from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission for adults is $10 ($9 on Monday), and seniors and youth aged seven to 13 cost $7 ($6 on Monday). Children six and under are free. Wristbands for unlimited rides at the midway are available for $40 on Saturday and Sunday, and for $35 on Monday. For more information and a full schedule of events, visit saanichfair.ca or call 250-652-3314. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com
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This year’s Saanich Fair runs, this weekend, Saturday to Monday, and features midway rides, animal and plant shows and eating contests.
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