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Search on for donor to save Hannah Day Kyle Wells News staff

Langford’s Hannah Day, 4, and her family are desperately searching for a stem cell transplant match as Hannah faces the second cancer diagnosis of her young life. Hannah, is back in Langford after spending Christmas in B.C.

Children’s Hospital for treatment after she suffered a seizure at home. As a result of the seizure Hannah had gone pale and her lips were purple, prompting her mother to call 911 and rushing her to the hospital. Hannah was mostly not alert as doctor’s ran tests on her. When she started to develop jaundice Hannah was flown to Children’s

Hospital in Vancouver. “I have been holding her hand for so long, just to see if she’ll squeeze back,” Hannah’s mother wrote to family friend and fundraising organizer Kim Roost. Hannah eventually began to come around, talking and remaining awake for periods of time, though in pain. Roost said they never really determined what

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caused the seizure. Meanwhile Hannah’s cancer is getting worse, though she is back in Langford and celebrated Christmas with her family at home on Dec. 28. Hannah’s only hope of curing her cancer is finding a match for a stem cell transplant, Roost said. Her best hope lay in her little sister, Hailey, who unfortunately

proved to not be a 100 per cent match, which is necessary. The family received that news Christmas Eve. “It’s kind of like one step forward, two steps back,” Roost said. “It’s not how anyone wants to spend their Christmas.” PlEASE SEE: Odds low, Page A4

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Care change will hurt patients, says nursing union

Christopher Sun Reporting

In April, Island Health plans to transfer a number of acute-care nursing tasks to care aides at Victoria General and Royal Jubilee hospitals. The B.C. Nurses’ Union staunchly opposes the move and argues the changes will result in weaker patient care. This is the first in a three-part series that explores why Island Health believes the new care model is necessary, and why the nurses’ union is adamantly opposed.

Part 1: Initial rollout of care model a challenge for hospital staff

sland Health plans to reduce chronic overtime worked by RNs by introducing health care assistants, or care aides, into acute care under a system called care delivery model redesign. Acute care includes patients in emergency and those recovering from illness, injury or surgery. Under the new model, the feeding, bathing and toileting of patients will fall to care aides rather than nurses. Victoria’s two main hospitals were meant to restructure patient care services in January, but that deadline has been pushed to April after a rocky rollout at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital in September.

Did you know? n Between August 2012 and August 2013, nurses Island-wide worked 268,136 hours of overtime at a cost of $17.6 million. n Sick time totalled 511,700 hours at a cost of $14.37 million Source: Island Health

“The transition (has) been challenging for staff, both in Nanaimo and Victoria, in the leadup to the change,” said Island Health spokesperson Sarah Plank. Care aides are already integrated into acute patient care at smaller Island hospitals, including Port Alberni, Cowichan and Campbell River, which have smaller staff and lack many speciality units. Nanaimo has seen challenges integrating the work flow of nurses and care aides in acute care wards. The BCNU argues patient care has gone downhill since the redesign was implemented in Nanaimo. Registered nurses are now managing a larger team of health care providers to oversee an increased volume of patients, said BCNU president Debra McPherson. The result is less direct contact between nurses and acute care patients, where nurses can notice subtle changes in patient wellness during feeding, toileting and bathing, McPherson said. The union wants Island Health to hire more RNs, rather than care aides, to ease the workload. “The delay is just (Island Health) trying to have some more time to convince nurses

Nursing levels by the numbers

Camosun College offers a 29-week, full-time program to become a health care assistant. A licensed practical nurse requires two years of school and a registered nurse requires four years. Between August 2012 and August 2013, nurses Islandwide worked 268,136 hours of overtime at a cost of $17.6 million. Sick time totalled 511,700 hours at a cost of $14.37 million, according to Island Health. Per hour, health care assistants earn between $20.81 to $23.54, licensed practical nurses earn $24.74 to $27.32 and registered nurses earn $31.71 to $41.63.

Jessica Celeste, a nurse at Royal Jubilee Hospital, waves her flag outside of Victoria General Hospital during a November protest against Island Health bringing in care aide workers to take over some of the duties nurses currently perform for acute care patients. Kyle Wells/News staff

that (the new model) is a good thing, and they just won’t be able to do this,” she said. “They are facing resistance from nurses and it’s time to get rid of it.” McPherson notes that Island Health is delaying the rollout of the

new care model in Victoria due to a lack of care aides. “Colleges aren’t churning out care aides fast enough,” McPherson said. “It’s going to be really interesting, throwing these very inexperienced members

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With the turning of the calendar, the first baby born in all of B.C. in 2014 turned out to be right here in Greater Victoria. Victoria General Hospital staff brought Daryl Yen into the world at 12:01 a.m. on Jan. 1, making the eight pound, five ounce baby the first born in B.C. this year. Mother Daisy Tsai, 26, had her baby by C-section, with the operation starting just before midnight and the baby brought into the world just in time for the title. “I just kept watching the clock, sure it’s going to be the last day or the first day,” Tsai said. “I just said ‘As soon as possible.’” Tsai went through about five hours of labour before the C-section. Parents Tsai and Jason Yen, live in Saanich. Yen is a dentist and Tsai teaches piano. The baby’s name, Daryl, comes from the show The Walking Dead. As to the treasured title of New Year’s Baby, the parents say they have much to be thankful for. “It’s good to have a baby any time,” Yen said. “It doesn’t matter what date, as long as it’s a healthy baby, we’re happy.” kwells@goldstreamgazette.com

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Odds low for perfect match Continued from Page A1

The odds of Hannah finding a 100 per cent match have been laid out by doctors as very low. The family is calling on anyone willing to register as a donor. To register visit onematch.ca and fill out form. You must be between the ages of 17 and 35. If a person is a potential match, they will be sent a kit in the mail with a mouth swab, which is then sent back and entered into a database. Fundraising efforts continue to help out Hannah’s family with the costs associated with missing work

and staying in Vancouver. A bottle drive will be held Jan. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Alpine businesses (2832 Millstream Rd.). Loghouse Pub is hosting a burger night on Jan. 26 at 6 p.m. to raise money. A bank account has been set up with the Coastal Community Credit Union. The account number is 755860, or email transfers can be made to hopeforhannahday@gmail. com. For more information on fundraising contact that same email. To follow Hannah’s progress or donate to the family, visit angelsforhannah.com. kwells@goldstreamgazette.com

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JdF pools open on time Charla Huber News staff

West Shore Parks and Recreation’s aquatic facilities are up and running as planned. The main pool, adventure pool and the hot tub reopened on Dec. 27 after being drained at the beginning of December. All three pools were drained

for the annual pool closure for maintenance. The adventure pool and hot tub were resurfaced for the first time since they were built in 2000. And West Shore Parks and Recreation anticipated both the hot tub and adventure pools would be opening in January due to a curing process. “The De Chicco Brothers

(Stucco) put every available man on to pull off the marsite and then they floated the floor in one day,” said Ron Dietrich,WSPR maintenance supervisor. It took two and half weeks for the pools to cure, but the initial work was done so quickly they were able to open at the same time as the main pool. charla@goldstreamgazette.com

Colwood names new CAO As of February, the City of Colwood will welcome James Moller as its new Chief Administrative Officer, taking the reigns from Chris Pease, who has been filling the role temporarily as the city searched for a more permanent hire. Moller has worked as a senior administrator for a number of local governments, most recently as the city manager in Humboldt, Sask. “Colwood has enormous potential and is on the verge of tremendous change that I’m excited to

be a part of,” Moller said in a press release. “Our love for the area and the fact that our family and friends are here reinforced our decision to accept this wonderful opportunity.” “His demonstrated leadership experience in the areas of sewer, water and transportation planning, economic development and public engagement will service our city,” said Mayor Carol Hamilton. news@goldstreamgazette.com

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OUR VIEW

Dialogue needed in nurse wars Public perception is the victim in the turf war between nurses and Island Health. The health authority is revamping its patient care model at Vancouver Island hospitals in what it says is a bid to combat spiralling health care costs and chronic overtime among registered nurses. The B.C. Nurses’ Union and Island Health are locked in a bitter dispute over the change that would see care aides take over some functions nurses currently provide. The public squabble hurts the perception of public health care and diminishes trust in the system. Frequently we hear of patients waiting for a nurse to take them to the bathroom or to bring medication. If this program means an end to that, and the overworking of nurses, then we’re all for it. If the new model increases the ratio of caregivers (of any level) to patients, that has to round up to a good thing. Perception is the key problem and Island Health could communicate better why this model of care will succeed. It needs to educate the public on the benefit of using more care aides, what role those staff already play and what skills and education level they possess. With little information out there, the public is left to sort out what ‘care aide’ even means. Aides have less training than licensed practical nurses or registered nurses, but patients aren’t exactly being put in the hands of custodians. While the level of care will be lower, the perception is it could be detrimentally lower. Perhaps Island Health should have started better communication earlier, consulting at greater length with nurses, perhaps even asking the public to participate in the conversation. A pilot project at Victoria General Hospital, albeit in the neuroscience department as opposed to acute care, showed some success according to participating staff. However, BCNU says the new model at times leaves nurses with no direct contact with patients, endangering their care. It again comes back to good dialogue. With less direct contact between nurses and patients, communication will be critical when the plan is implemented in April at both Greater Victoria hospitals. Caregivers in general will need to convey and discuss critical observances that can serve as life-saving clues in patient health. The pending patient care changes could work, without the public bickering. What do you think? Give us your comments by email: editor@goldstreamgazette.com or fax 250-478-6545. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Goldstream News Gazette 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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Another year of enviro-wars begins scientists please! The new year lurched to life In fact this ill-fated voyage was with a round of shouting about the environment, as our post-industrial, a re-enactment of Sir Douglas Mawson’s 1913 post-literate urban society expedition, with prograpples with conflicting global warming news claims of impending outlets BBC and The doom. Guardian aboard to The release of a group capture the melting of Greenpeace protesters wrought by a century from a Russian prison was of industrial expansion. welcomed by TV news The rescue efforts networks desperate to fill (from a Russian ship by the holiday dead zone. Chinese helicopters) also Our intrepid Canadian disrupted an Australian pair got to describe over Tom Fletcher icebreaker’s supply and over their bid to B.C. Views trip for one of the real hang a strongly worded scientific expeditions banner from a Russian working in Antarctica. offshore oil platform, Skeptics had great fun with the and their horror when security Antarctic debacle, as they did forces boarded their vessel from earlier with the resurgence of Arctic helicopters and seized it. ice that trapped climate tourists. In all the fawning interviews, I As is normal in the Internet age, kept waiting for two questions to be asked. What did they think Vladimir the climate debate has split into two fanatical factions, each of Putin’s regime would do? And what which promotes the most extreme was the point? How is disrupting examples it can find to prop up one oil platform for an hour going its version of truth. They call each to save the planet? other “warmists” and “deniers” The Greenpeace “activists” among other pithy names. claimed this was the first oil Greenpeace is now known in B.C. platform to operate above the as part of our Team America antiArctic Circle. So it was a line in the tar sands brigade. They got off to snow, which I’m sure impressed a good start in 2014 by selectively Putin as he ramps up his territorial seizing on reports of a new study of claim to include the North Pole. mercury contamination in northern Meanwhile at the South Pole, Alberta. TV anchors remained carefully A “bullseye” of this dreaded sombre as they reported numerous neurotoxin has been drawn around bids to rescue a scientific vessel trapped in thick ice. No quips about oilsands operations by measuring traces in snow. The study by the predictive abilities of climate

Environment Canada scientists isn’t published yet, but Postmedia News reported on a presentation in November by the researchers. “The federal scientists stress the mercury loadings around the oilsands are low compared to the contamination seen in many parts of North America including southern Ontario and southern Quebec,” the news report states. This is like the study of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) pollution in northern Alberta lakes that was twisted into propaganda and fed to the news media last year. This is another group of neurotoxins that are far more concentrated in urban areas than around remote industry. Consumption, rather than production of coal, diesel and other fuels produces the vast majority of these emissions. I look forward to the study of their effects around Lost Lagoon and Burnaby Lake. Of course safe levels of these materials have been set by Health Canada. You’re more likely to get significant exposure to mercury from a broken fluorescent lamp or the mercury amalgam in your old tooth fillings than you are from feeding ducks at the lake, although you might get a whiff of PAH when you gas up the car or board the bus. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc tfletcher@blackpress.ca

‘The climate debate has split into two fanatical factions.’

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A chill start to 2014 About 30 people rush into the ocean at Witty’s Lagoon on Jan. 1 while another 30 watch, but not take the plunge during the 26th annual Metchosin Polar Bear Swim. Roger St Pierre photo

Readers respond: Spencer Road pedestrian crossing, polar ‘bare’ swim Missed chance on Spencer Rd. Re: More fences planned for Spencer Road (News, Jan. 1) With a mindset of The Car Reigns Supreme, the Ministry of Transportation is now trying to mitigate and remedy another missed opportunity for proper all-user infrastructure. And wasting more of our tax dollars in the process, instead of having provided a good solution in the first place. “Build higher fences!” is the cry, as the head-shaking at pedestrians crossing where they’ve crossed for more than a generation was removed. It’s not just pedestrians, but people with bicycles and bags and hand carts. A culvert underneath the road would have maintained access for non-vehicular traffic while alleviating the potential for over-height vehicle concerns on the highway. This was considered at the Old Island Highway where the Galloping Goose crosses (near Colwood Corners), but the decision was to re-route access. Walking or cycling an extra couple of kilometres from Spencer to either the Millstream or Leigh overpasses is an unacceptable option for most. And for those who won’t do it, they will now get into their cars and drive around. Sometimes infrastructure planning is about

keeping people out of their cars, and this was a missed opportunity to do that. Paul Lang Langford

Getting in the swim of things This was my first New Years Day swim but I did three early polar bear swims in Langford Lake in December including New Years Eve Day. One man was dressed as a squid and won trophy for best

costume. Other honorable mentions were Captain America as well as a dynamic duo, one lady called herself angel devil cause she said there is a little angel and little devil in all of us. A girl named Mary said she was dressed as a rainbow devil. A pair of young girls came dressed as 2014 Double Dip Queens. One of the humorous moments was when the organizer asked a young polar bear what his costume was,

and he replied “I don’t know”. So the organizer said, “Your dad forced you to go to the thrift shop and this is what happens.” Why wait until next year? I think I will find a secluded spot this weekend to do my own polar bare swim. I spelled “bare” to hint what I would be wearing and why I would have to go to a secluded spot! Andre Mollon Langford

Grow a Native Plant Garden.

Monday, March 3 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Student registration takes place at your local Neighbourhood school.

Saturday, March 15 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Wednesday, April 9 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Sunday, April 13 1 to 4 pm

Each workshop is limited to 20 participants and pre-registration is required. Call 250.479.0211 to reserve your spot today.

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New Student Registration Grades K-12 January 27 – January 31, 2014 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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Residents of the Capital Region are invited to participate in a FREE workshop on gardening with drought-resistant native plants. Instruction on native plant identification, their benefits and how to use them will be included. An overview of CRD Water Conservation programs will be provided and participants will be given a tour of a native plant garden. These informative workshops will be held at Swan Lake Nature House, located at 3873 Swan Lake Road in Victoria.

Sunday, February 2 1 to 4 pm

Letters to the editor The News Gazette welcomes opinions and comments. Letters should discuss issues and stories covered in the News Gazette and be 300 words or less. The News Gazette reserves the right to edit letters for style, legality, length and taste. The News Gazette will not print anonymous letters. Please enclose phone number for verification of your letter’s authenticity. Phone numbers are not printed. n Email: editor@goldstreamgazette.com

New FreNch ImmersIoN (Grade K or 1), register at: École John Stubbs Memorial School (parent information night is Jan. 14, 7:00 p.m. at the school) École Millstream Elementary School (parent information night is Jan. 15, 7:00 p.m. at the school) École Poirier Elementary School (parent information night is Jan. 16, 7:00 p.m. at the school) Late FreNch ImmersIoN (Grade 6), register at: École John Stubbs Memorial School (parent information night is Jan. 23, 7:00 p.m. at the school) Please note - Registration for the Late French Immersion program will take place Feb. 3 – 7, 2014 at John Stubbs Memorial School. NatuRe KiNdeRGaRteN (at Sangster Elementary School): Parent Information sessions: Wed., January 15, 6:30 p.m. at Sangster Elementary School Sat., January 18, 10:00 a.m. at Sangster Elementary School Nature Kindergarten applications will be accepted starting at 8:00 a.m., Mon., February 3 at Sangster Elementary School. Application forms will only be available at parent information sessions and after 8:00 a.m. on February 3. Please Note: Registration after these dates will be subject to space availability in each school. Find your neighbourhood school online under the Catchment Area Maps www.sd62.bc.ca district Bus transportation: Any students requiring school bus transportation to and from school next Fall must pre-register. Registration forms will be made available at schools, the School Board Office on Jacklin Road and on our website.

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WestShore Centre Centre for for Learning Learning && Training Training

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• Receive Your High School Diploma • On-Line, Face To Face or Both

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A leader in Continuing Education WestShore Centre for Learning and Training has evolved over its 27 year history to become the Western Community’s leader in Continuing Education, Distributed Learning and Alternative Education. From its humble beginnings competing with community colleges offering basic adult education courses out of Belmont Senior Secondary, to its first permanent location on the campus of Royal Roads to present day, boasting four campuses. With program locations ranging from the main campus on Goldstream Avenue in downtown Langford to the Yellow House Education Centre in Port Renfrew, the success of students has enabled our organization to provide quality educational services to 3000 students this past calendar year. WestShore Centre for Learning and Training is a School District #62, school of choice providing innovative education and training opportunities for youth and adults in the Western Communities. Open twelve months a year, we offer programming to students from morning to evening, striving to meet the diversity of needs required by students in our fast paced and technology driven workplace and world.

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WestShore’s Continuing Education courses and programs provide opportunities for adults to receive training and certification in a variety of employment sectors as well as fast track programs designed for adults to complete the Dogwood Adult Graduation program. We also offer a variety of courses for students to upgrade for college or university entrance.

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WestShore’s Distributed Learning division (Juan De Fuca Distributed Learning) provides on-line and paper-based courses for students of all ages and offering the most flexible and self-paced option to students to receive course credits. Students can choose to work from home in either an on-line or paper-based course or they can drop in from morning to evening at our Storefront location to receive one on one support from certified teachers in any course we offer.

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And we have... – A great First Nations Program – Computer Courses – Training courses for Medical Office Assistant, Medical Transcription, Traffic Control and more!!!

WestShore’s Alternative Education school (Byte Alternative) provides dynamic cohort programs for youth ages 14 to 18 with a focus on community engagement, strengthbased and co-operative learning opportunities through the implementation of technology in creative and meaningful ways to engage youth in critical thinking skills and processes that will prepare them for the workplaces of tomorrow today! Regardless of your educational needs or goals, School District #62’s WestShore Centre for Learning and Training continues to provide quality programming and experiences for all learners in the Western Communities and beyond. We look forward to our next opportunity to help you reach your educational goals.

Present and Past WestShore Principals Paul Block Daphne Churchill Dave Betts Donna Miller (Oswald)

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WestShore Centre is a thriving part of School District 62, providing academic courses, grade 12 completion and workplace training since 1986.

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WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice 250-391-9002

250-391-9002 WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice

Storefront Tutorial Support

On-line Academic Courses

Fast Forward to Graduation

Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, and 3:30 - 7:30 pm All students registered in any WestShore Centre course or program can drop in to the WestShore Storefront, Monday to Thursday, for homework support with a teacher. Hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm and 3:30 - 7:30 pm. Please check with your teacher on times for specialized tutorial assistance.

Classes start each month. WestShore Learning Centre offers Grade 8 to 12 academic courses, leading to a BC Graduation certificate. Grade 8-9, On-line provides a more flexible learning environment and the opportunity for self paced learning. Grade 10-12, Secondary school students may supplement their regular school schedule with additional courses through on-line or use this environment to begin Advanced Placement classes. The Adult Program provides a number of choices, from on-line courses to teacher-led seminars. These programs provide you with flexible learning options to complete graduation requirements or just for your personal interest.

Did you know as an adult you can graduate in only 5 months? Here is your opportunity to get started on a new path to employment or post secondary education.

Semester 2

February 3 - June 26, 2014

Day & Evening Classroom Academic Schedule Mathematics Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 10

Mon/Wed

8:45 – 10:00 am

Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus 10

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Mon/Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Science 10

Mon/Wed

10:10 – 11:30 am

Biology 12

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Physics 12

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Chemistry 11

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Sustainable Resources 12

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Science & Technology 11

M/Tu/Th

8:45 – 11:30 am

Communications 12

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

English 10 (Tutorial)

Tue

8:45 – 11:30 am

English 11

Mo/Tu/Th

12:00 – 2:30 pm

English 12

Wed

8:45 – 11:30 am

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Fri

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Pre-Calculus 11 Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 Pre-Calculus 12 Sciences

English

First Nations Graduation Program The Graduation Program integrates First Nations culture into the curriculum. It prepares students for their Grade 12 Graduation certificate. You will be involved in the community with the local First Nations artists, cultural instructors, community members, organizations and Elders.

Futures Programs, Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Learn how to cope with the bookkeeping demands of a small business. Explore the concepts and application of both manual and computerized bookkeeping through relevant, practical exercises and projects. Instructor: Dermott Crofton Fee: $675 - Texts: $150 - Basic Bookkeeping – An Office Simulation & Simply Accounting Feb 8 - May 17, Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Workshop participants will explore concepts of market segmentation and target marketing in the context of social media. Strengthening relationships with existing customers and creating new ones will be developed during the creation of a social media marketing strategy. Fee: $250.00 March 8, Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Take ed2go courses from the comfort of your home or office at the times that are most convenient for you. We offer you hundreds of engaging online courses for adults, covering every topic from A-Z Grantwriting to Web Design. Each ed2go course comes equipped with a patient and caring instructor, lively discussions with your fellow students, and plenty of practical information that you can put to immediate use.

Metchosin Technical Centre offers cohortbased programs for Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. Metchosin Technical Centre offers the full Graduation Program with a career focus utilizing hands-on projects-based experiential learning strategies and opportunities.

Dual Credits with Camosun College If you are a student in the Sooke School District enroll in a Camosun course while you’re still in grade 12 and get a head start on your post secondary education. In collaboration with the Sooke School District, Camosun has waived prerequisites on selected first year courses. Tuition is free for Sooke School District students! Second Semester courses include English 151, Criminology 166, and Psychology 130. Contact your school counsellor for registration information.

Medical Terminology Medical Terminology consists of 60 hours of classroom work. Expect 6 or more hours of homework per week. This course is recognized by Camosun College for entry into certain healthcare programs and is the required prerequisite for the Medical Transcription Program. Prerequisite: English 12 or equivalent Fee: $450 + textbook $100 The Language of Medicine 10th Edition Instructor: Angela Kemna Dates: Tuesday & Friday 6:00 - 8:30 pm Jan 28 - Apr 22 May 6 - July 29

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Medical Office Assistant

Carpentry 11/12

Wed

8:45 – 2:30 pm

Drama, Film & Television 12

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Entrepreneurship 12

Mon

3:30 – 5:30 pm

Information Technology 10

Tue/Thur

3:30 – 5:30 pm

Data Management 12

Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Digital Literacy 12

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Musical Theatre 10/11/12

Sun

1:00 – 8:00 Spencer

Do you enjoy working with people in a dynamic environment, then this program is for you. The program consists of 80 instructional hours. • 30 hours of Basic Medical Terminology (not recognized for entry into certain healthcare programs) • Medical Office Assistant Procedures • Computerized Medical Billing (Osler) • Medical Keyboarding Adult students who have completed the 60 hour Medical Terminology course within the past 3 years, with 75% or better are not required to take the Basic Medical Terminology for MOA’s course. Program Prerequisites: • English 12 or equivalent • Good computer and word processing skills (documentation)

On-line and Paper Based Courses – call for an appointment 250-391-9002 Grades 10, 11, & 12 AP French Language 12 Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 10 & 11 *Art Foundations 11 & 12 Biology 11 & 12 *Business Information Management 12 Calculus 12 Chemistry 11 & 12 Communications 11 & 12 *Data Management 12 English 10, 11 & 12

Convenient, Affordable, and Effective.

www.westshorecentre.com 250-391-9002

Art 11/12

Grades 8 & 9 Mathematics Science Social Studies English

ED2GO AT WESTSHORE

Social Media Marketing

Metchosin Technical Centre

Electives First Nations Art 11/12

Bookkeeping Foundations with Simply Accounting

The Futures Program gives the students an opportunity to work as a cohort group. The teachers’ work to foster excellent foundational skills, social and personal growth.

Social Studies Social Studies 10 (Tutorial)

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Family Studies 12 Foundations of Math & Pre-Calculus 10 Foundations of Math 11 & 12 Geography 12 Graduation Transitions History 12 Law 12 PACE Musical Theatre 10-12 Physical Education 10 & 12 Physics 11 & 12 Planning 10 & 12

Pre-Calculus Math 11 & 12 Science 10 Science & Technology 11 Social Justice 12 Social Studies 10 & 11 Studio Arts Drawing & Painting 10, 11 & 12 Work Experience 12A & 12B *Some courses require attendance once a week.

OPTION A: Includes Basic Medical Terminology for those who do not already have medical terminology. Dates: Monday & Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:00 pm Feb 3 - June 2 Program Fees: $1100 Registration fee (non-refundable): $50 Text Books: Medical Terminology, A Short Course and The Administrative Medical Assistant Books $150 (Cost of texts may change) OPTION B: For those who have already completed the 60 hour Medical Terminology course. Dates: Monday & Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:00 pm Mar 19 - June 2 Program Fees: $800 Registration fee (non-refundable): $50 Text Books: The Administrative Medical Assistant Book $100 (Cost of text may change) Instructor: Lanka Dimitrijevic

Medical Transcription Program available on-line soon!

Medical Transcription Start a new career in 8 months. Attend classes only two evenings per week. Continue working as you learn the skills that will qualify you for employment in a high demand career in a healthcare setting. This program uses digital technology to receive and transcribe medical reports. It provides traditional in-class training along with a hands-on training experience (practicum) at a medical facility. This will qualify learners for an entry-level position in Medical Transcription. The Program consists of three core courses for a total of 115 instructional hours and 40 practicum hours. • Introduction to Medical Transcription • Digital Medical Transcription • Medical Transcription Practicum Instructor: Lanka Dimitrijevic Dates: Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30 - 9:00 pm T.B.A. Program Fees: $1870 Registration fee (non-refundable): $50 Materials fee: $380 (Books, CD’s, USB headphones & WAV pedal) Program Prerequisites: • English 12 or equivalent • Medical Terminology (proof of 75% within the last 3 years) • Typing speed of 40 wpm (documentation) • Good computer and word processing skills (documentation)

How to Apply for the Medical Office Assistant or Medical Transcription Program Visit our website at www.westshorecentre.com or call WestShore Centre at 250-391-9002. Complete the application form, include all relevant documentation, book an appointment with the Senior Educational Administrator and include a $50 non-refundable registration fee.

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WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice 250-391-9002

250-391-9002 WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice

Storefront Tutorial Support

On-line Academic Courses

Fast Forward to Graduation

Did you know as an adult you can graduate in only 5 months? Here is your opportunity to get started on a new path to employment or post secondary education.

Semester 2

February 3 - June 26, 2014

Day & Evening Classroom Academic Schedule Mathematics Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 10

Mon/Wed

8:45 – 10:00 am

Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus 10

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Mon/Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Science 10

Mon/Wed

10:10 – 11:30 am

Biology 12

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Physics 12

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Chemistry 11

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Sustainable Resources 12

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Science & Technology 11

M/Tu/Th

8:45 – 11:30 am

Communications 12

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

English 10 (Tutorial)

Tue

8:45 – 11:30 am

English 11

Mo/Tu/Th

12:00 – 2:30 pm

English 12

Wed

8:45 – 11:30 am

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Fri

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Pre-Calculus 11 Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 Pre-Calculus 12 Sciences

English

Futures Programs, Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Medical Office Assistant

Carpentry 11/12

Wed

8:45 – 2:30 pm

Drama, Film & Television 12

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Entrepreneurship 12

Mon

3:30 – 5:30 pm

Information Technology 10

Tue/Thur

3:30 – 5:30 pm

Data Management 12

Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Digital Literacy 12

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Musical Theatre 10/11/12

Sun

1:00 – 8:00 Spencer

Convenient, Affordable, and Effective.

www.westshorecentre.com 250-391-9002

Art 11/12

Grades 8 & 9 Mathematics Science Social Studies English

ED2GO AT WESTSHORE

Social Media Marketing

Metchosin Technical Centre

Electives First Nations Art 11/12

Bookkeeping Foundations with Simply Accounting

The Futures Program gives the students an opportunity to work as a cohort group. The teachers’ work to foster excellent foundational skills, social and personal growth.

Social Studies Social Studies 10 (Tutorial)

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Medical Transcription Program available on-line soon!

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ROADMASTERS Forklift Safety Training

Air Brakes Certification Learn the basic principles in the operation of air brakes. Prepare for the provincial certification exam. The interactive classroom instruction includes an air equipped training device, a demonstration brake wheel and audiovisual aids. This course includes 16 hours of classroom instruction and 4 hours of practical hands-on training on an air brakeequipped vehicle. Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Meets ICBC requirements Please bring a valid driver’s license to class. Fee: $200 Location: WestShore Annex Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:30 pm Jan 18 & 19 Feb 15 & 16 Mar 15 & 16 Mar 29 & 30 Apr 12 & 13 Apr 26 & 27 May 17 & 18 Jun 21 & 22

This Safety training course meets the requirements of WorkSafe BC and Canada Labour code regulations. The focus is on the prevention of accident & injuries that may be caused by the improper and unsafe use of forklifts. The training consists of a short classroom session and one-on-one practical training. Upon successful completion, each participant will receive a wallet card with a 3 year record of completion. Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Fee: $200 Location: WestShore Annex Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00 pm Jan 11 Feb 8 Mar 8 Apr 5 May 10 Jun 14

Traffic Control Person This course is required for construction and road maintenance workers or for those who deal with traffic as part of their work. You will cover the newest Ministry of Transportation and Highways & WCB regulations, plus safe traffic control procedures and set-ups. Must wear approved footwear. Dress appropriately for the weather. Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Fee: $240 Location: WestShore Annex Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:00 pm Jan 18 & 19 Feb 15 & 16 Mar 15 & 16 Mar 29 & 30 Apr 12 & 13 Apr 26 & 27 May 17 & 18 Jun 21 & 22

OUR SPONSORS • Rona • YM/YWCA • Island Chefs Coalition • Moyer Creative Group • Millstream Market

• SuperStore • Eagle Paw Organics • Municipality of Colwood • Cobs Bread • WestShore Chamber of Commerce

A BIG THANK YOU

to all community members and organizations who have volunteered to help make WestShore Centre for Learning and Training programs successful.

Community Garden WestShore Centre is proud to announce its partnership with the YWCA-YMCA to continue our Organic Community Garden Project. Garden Boxes are available to rent – go to www.victoriay.com for more information.

Metchosin Technical students working on a project.

FREE COURSES

for all grad and non-grad students and adults • To register call 250-391-9002 for an appointment with our academic advisor • Complete a personal learning plan • Textbook deposit may be required • GRADS: Free academic Grade 11 & 12. Some restrictions apply for graduates

DROP-IN FOR HELP Do you need assistance with homework and assignments? The Storefront Learning Support Room is located at 102-814 Goldstream Avenue (next to the main office) Monday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 11:30 am, 12:00 – 3:00 pm, 3:30 – 7:30 pm

Residential Construction - a new careers focused program at Belmont for February 2014 Belmont has a new program called Residential Construction which will be offered full time second semester (February 3 to June 26, 2014) depending upon enrolment. Residential Construction is open to Grade 11 and 12 students who are interested in learning carpentry fundamentals in preparation for entry into the trade. Students will receive up to 20 high school credits including Work Experience 12. This program will be based out of the Belmont Secondary School and will put theory into practice through construction of free standing structures such as garages, garden/ tool sheds, barns, concrete form work and models of certain framing details e.g. rafters and stairs. For more information and registration details please contact Nadine Nicholson in Belmont's Career Counselling Office at 250-478-5501 ext 353. or nnicholson@sd62.bc.ca

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it once was, but remains daunting – 100 to 120 km per week. “Some weeks are better than others. I try to get in a rhythm and get out every day.” This year Martinson plans to take on fewer races, but he’ll hit a few of the shorter Island Series events – Bazan Bay 5K and the Hatley Castle 8K – otherwise he’ll be offering support from the sidelines. For the Pioneer 8K, he’s aiming for a sub-24 minute run, which he did in 2013 with a 23:49 race. “I should be (running) in a few again this year, and out cheering everyone on. These races great events to be part of.” The Harriers Pioneer 8K is Sunday, Jan. 12 at 11 a.m., starting and finishing at Saanich Fairgrounds, 1528 Stelly’s X Rd. To register for the Island Race Series or individual races, see vira.bc.ca. editor@saanichnews.com

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

COTTAGES

SUITES, LOWER

METCHOSIN- 1 bdrm cottage. $750./mo includes cable, W/D. Utils not included. NS/NP. Available now. Call (250)4788438.

ROYAL OAK- grd level 2 bdrm, newly reno’d, close to all amens, NS/NP. $950 heat & H/W incld. 250-704-6613.

HOMES FOR RENT NANAIMO 3 HOUSES. Gorgeous Ocean & City views. Easy to buy. Reasonable Down! Owner will carry mortgage. 250-753-0160

MAPLEWOODLARGE 1 bdrm suite, beside main house, own entry, prkging, shared W/D, N/S, no cats, $975 inclds utils. Can be furnished. Jan 1. 250-592-4288.

SUITES, LOWER

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

OTTER POINT RV Trailer Park. 40’ park model trailer (no pad fees) 3 slide outs + 30’x52’ lot, finished deck & shed in new cond. Reduced to $117,900. obo. Owner willing to look at financing. Call (306)290-8764.

LARGE ABOVE ground bright, quiet 1 bedroom suite with lots of windows. The suite also has separate entrance, own patio and fenced in back yard. Located in Colwood close to malls, schools and on BC Transit bus route. Small pets allowed, utilities included (heat, hydro, garbage, shared laundry). N/S, please have references available. Please feel free to call or email to arrange a time to view.. great suite, now just need a great tenant to go with it!!! princesshotrod@hotmail.com 778-433-2056 MARIGOLDthe coziest 1 bdrm, W/S, shared W/D, quiet. NS/NP. $850. 250-727-6217.

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TAX

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PRESSURE WASHING

HANDYPERSONS

2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)686-6507.

DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.

DONE RIGHT MOVING $70/hr. Senior Discount. Free Est’s. No travel time before or after. BBB accredited. Call Tyler at 250-418-1747.

DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190.

PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774

PAINTING

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BIG BEAR Handyman. Painting, household repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071.

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JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK.

CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitchen/bath, wood floors, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877

MASONRY & BRICKWORK BILL’S MASONRY. Brick, tiles, pavers. All masonry & Chimney re-pointing. F/P repairs. 250-478-0186.

A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. OLD TIMER. Quality old fashioned service. Great rates. Excellent references. Call Al at 250-474-6924, 250-888-7187.

FELIX PLUMBING. Over 35 years experience. Reasonable rates. Call 250-514-2376.

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He thinkks they’re chatting abou ut the hospitall jello. His nurse is actually midwaay through dozens of assessmeents. During the minutes spent at the bedside, a professional nurse makes dozens of critical assessments. Any one of them could mean the difference between recovery and something that could result in tragedy. Take direct patient care away from nurses and vital knowledge affecting the health of patients is lost.

B.C. should be increasing the number of nurses, not replacing them with care aides. Ensuring nurses remain in direct contact with patients is crucial to you and your loved ones. While they may not be specialists in jello, when it comes to safe patient care, professional nurses are irreplaceable.

Please sign BCNU’s petition for an independent assessment of Island Health’s unsafe patient care model, at BCNU.org/takeaction.

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Proud to be serving Victoria since 1986 Country Grocer is proud to introduce Erin Bosdet, Holistic Nutritionist!

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