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The ukulele is hugely popular in its native Hawaii but its popularity has seen a North American resurgence, including here in Oak Bay. Trig Renaas started playing the ukulele 10 years ago after seeing an ad for lessons at a Victoria music school. “I was getting close to retirement age at that time and I thought it would be nice to learn something new,” Renaas said. “I decided to take this up and one thing led to another.” Renaas joined a ukulele circle that met weekly at Esquimalt Recreation Centre, but when that group discontinued, he joined the Monterey Centre’s ukulele club, where he currently holds the president and music director positions. The club has existed for about 30 years and meets every Monday afternoon, averaging 45 ukulele players each week. The players range from beginner to expert and while no audition is required to join, the club does not teach people how to play.

musician Tiny Tim became a household “Our policy is to provide an name. The most recent resurgence environment where people can enjoy started in the 1990s as a new generation themselves, playing and singing,” of Hawaiian musicians started taking up Renaas said. “It’s a very social club.” The club also does performances with the instrument. Molly Raher-Newman teaches ukulele a music list spanning from Hawaiian to country, to oldies. They even have a few and performs in the Mighty Little Uke Band, which played at the Blethering members who can hula dance. Place for 11 years, Renaas has seen attracting up to 80 people. membership grow from 30 “With less The band has returned to to the current 70 and sees a new face dropping in strings, there is less the same locale, which is now Oaks Restaurant and every week. He thinks the to think about.” Tea Room, and is hosting ukulele’s popularity is due - Trig Renaas an open ukulele jam night to its size and ease. on the third Wednesday of “Playing chords and each month. making a melody is less complicated “The ukulele is experiencing a huge than with a guitar,” Renaas said. “With less strings, there is less to think about.” wave in popularity,” Raher-Newman said. “It’s the easiest instrument to play. A regular ukulele has four strings “You just need to learn a few chords compared to a guitar’s six. and you can start.” The ukulele originated in the 19th The Monterey Ukulele Club meets century in Hawaii and is a variation of on Mondays at 1 p.m. The next ukulele the Portuguese instrument, machete open jam with the Might Little Uke de braca, which has four metal strings. Band is April 16 at 7 p.m. For more The instrument became popular during information about the jam night, call the jazz age in the 1920s and again in 250-590-3155. the 1940s, when cheap plastic ukuleles editor@oakbaynews.com were manufactured in the millions and

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The National Energy Board (NEB) released the list of successful applicants participating in the Trans Mountain Pipeline Project – and the list looks decidedly Green. Oak Bay-Gordon Head MLA Andrew Weaver heads a list of Green Party members including federal leader Elizabeth May, provincial interim leader Adam Olsen and Vancouver city Coun. Adriane Carr. The group make up five of 400 available intervener spots unveiled by the NEB April 2. Weaver is not only on the list, he’s on it twice, once as an MLA and as a scientist and expert in physical oceanography. “I (feel) proud. … This is an issue people need to be concerned about,” Weaver said. “I get an opportunity to quiz Kinder Morgan on the scientific aspect, and then I can talk about property issues from the people of Oak Bay-Gordon Head.” Selected applicants for the high-profile hearing are separated into two categories: interveners, who may present written or oral evidence and question others on their evidence, and commentators, who can only forward a single one-page letter to the board for consideration. The board will hear evidence starting in early 2015, before making a decision on whether to recommend the Kinder Morgan pipeline project to the government for approval, by the July 2, 2015 deadline. The Oak Bay coastline is on the tanker route

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several townships and cities. First Nations groups and residents whose homes would potentially be affected by the pipeline will also intervene. Of the 2,118 would-be applicants, 1,250 were selected as commentators. 468 applicants were rejected outright, while 452 applicants for intervener were downgraded to commentators. The board will hear Aboriginal evidence this August and September, while formal hearings begin in January 2015. The review panel will recommend or reject the proposed twinning of the pipeline from Edmonton, Alta. to Burnaby, B.C., nearly tripling capacity from 300,000 to 890,000 barrels of oil per day. Applications opened Jan. 15, 2014 and ended Feb. 12 for the opportunity to speak at the hearing for the decision making process for the proposed pipeline expansion. alim@vicnews.com

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Volunteers make our day We know volunteers are an important part of our society. In Oak Bay we are very fortunate to have a core group of volunteers who get things done. From the artists’ studio tours, to the bargain hunters’ delight Garagellenium, to everyone’s favourite weekend of fun the Oak Bay Tea Party, at the heart of these success stories are our volunteers. With all levels of government cutting back services – along with much-needed funding – we are calling more and more on our volunteers to help fill real needs in our society. Our school Parent Advisory Councils do more these days than host hot dog days to fund the little extras. They are a clear voice in the direction our educators take, along with fulfilling financial needs previously met by government funding. Volunteers in our emergency preparedness program help educate residents and offer assistance in times of disasters – both large and small. Those in the Oak Bay Sea Rescue Society give their time to help out on the waters, providing both safety education and rescue to boaters. At the Monterey Centre volunteers can be found in a variety of roles, from teaching classes to performing in musicals. And there are the folks at Oak Bay Volunteer Services who have been visiting, gardening, reading and driving those in our community who are unable for a variety of reasons for more than 35 years. It is people like Eric Nielsen (Please see the story on page A1) who, by volunteering to file taxes for those who cannot afford to pay an accountant, or who are intimidated by the process, gives back to the community in a way that many would not think of as a volunteer position. By offering his time and skill, he helps others have peace of mind they might not otherwise find. We all need to thank the volunteers in our community and better yet, stand up beside them and offer our services to make Oak Bay the best that it can be. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@oakbaynews.com or fax 250-386-2624. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The OAK BAY 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.

Digital wave is just beginning Patients will be able to call up Have you got one of the new B.C. their own files at home, book driver’s licences yet? medical appointments and even By now most drivers have the renew prescriptions, one with the unsmiling which is where the black and white mug efficiency comes in. shot, to conform to In-person visits for passport standards so it routine prescription could be used for border renewals are a cash identification with the cow for today’s doctors, magnetic swipe strip on generating guaranteed the back. billings but often little or About one million of no health benefit. us now have the newest Most people will still version, with a credit-card think of it as a driver’s style digital chip that Tom Fletcher licence, but it’s intended proves your residence and B.C. Views as an all-purpose eligibility for our famously government ID. If you “free” medical care. don’t drive, you are spared the $75 The motor vehicle office started licence renewal fee, and within a issuing them about a year ago, couple of years the cards will start as five-year licences expire. They providing online access to a wide replace the old “Care Card” that range of government services. has no expiry date. Over the Andrew Wilkinson, minister of years there were more than nine technology, innovation and citizens’ million Care Cards issued, twice services, says a public consultation the population of B.C., as people has shown most people are held onto their access to our comfortable using a system they defenseless, overworked medical already trust for their banking. system from wherever they moved By the end of 2015, Wilkinson to. says about two million people will Positive identification is only have the new cards, roughly half the start for this card. Each will of B.C.’s population. Application be assigned a password that gives forms converted to online access access to online medical records, so when patients show up at an ER, will include student loans, birth, their eligibility is confirmed and any death and marriage certificates, voter registration and even criminal previous conditions or medications record checks. are accurately matched. (Note that All this will be costly to set medical information is not stored up, but the savings from having on the card, just an access code customers do their own data entry that goes with the password.)

are well known, as any banker or supermarket owner can tell you. “You can understand that if you’re in the vital statistics office and this can all be done from places like Telegraph Creek and Horsefly remotely, that actually saves them a lot of money,” Wilkinson said. “There will be conversion of existing services where you have to go into an office and wait around and fill out forms. Those will be converted to online services.” It also means a decline in the number of government office jobs, and the potential for further outsourcing of services, as we have seen with Medical Services Plan administration and the back-office functions of BC Hydro. Some older readers won’t be thrilled to hear about this. They don’t want a “smartphone,” just a phone. But they will also see their great-grandchildren becoming adept with tablet computers before they can even speak. Seniors will get the hang of it pretty quickly, and their lives will become easier. • A correction to last week’s column on the Agricultural Land Commission. I erroneously said regional panel members were appointed from outside the region. They are local residents, and the new legislation formalizes a cabinet appointment process for them. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com

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LETTERS Embarrassed too Drivers and pedestrians need to think alike Re: Enough rudeness (Letters April 2). Add my name to the list of people who are embarrassed to live in Oak Bay. This one time staid, old, behind-the-tweedcurtain community has indeed become a haven for the entitled. Not only speeding sports cars but “mine is bigger than yours” SUVs that ignore stop signs, speed limits and crosswalks. This me-first attitude has been slowly creeping into Oak Bay but has since arrived with a vengeance. Maybe we should change the city motto to “out of my way I’m coming through.” N. Johnson Oak Bay

Traps inhumane If Oak Bay council decides to cull the deer, which by now is a given, then please use a humane method. Despite what you state on the Oak Bay website and contrary to the provincial experts comments, the cclover trap method is extremely cruel. All animal groups have stated that the bolt method is not used for wild animals. The deer will suffer greatly, both physically and mentally. If you had to put down your dog, would you let it get caught in a trap and held for hours until the trap is collapsed on the fighting animal and a bolt shot into its head? If it works the first time, lucky animal. But that is not always the case. If any reader doubts the cruelty involved in this method I urge them to Google “clover trap.” Christine Lloyd Oak Bay

Cull distressing Sometime before Christmas, when we read of the proposed deer cull we wrote to the mayor of Oak Bay expressing our grave concerns. We have never received a reply. We live in Montreal, and like many cannot stand the cold winters. Many travel to Florida but we decided it would be easier and less expensive for us to winter in Canada and obviously the best place is Victoria. We did spend two winter vacations in your city and saw enough that we wanted to spend four months. However the news of the cull distressed us enormously to the point of not wanting to return. Such a beautiful city and such a cruel idea. We continue to follow the local news online and see that no matter what, the cull will happen. There has to be other methods of controlling the deer and I would think that they must be explored first. We are very disappointed with this attitude. Arnold Hemet Montreal QC

I consider myself to be a considerate driver. I don’t often block a side road entrance (unless by accident). I allow others into traffic if it doesn’t cause too much consternation for those behind. I don’t honk my horn if frustrated by some other driver’s unconscious or rude behavior. And, I am patient with pedestrians – whom I realize have the right of way. I also like to think I am a considerate pedestrian. If there are one or a few vehicles approaching the (uncontrolled) crosswalk I want to cross, I wave them on making eye contact with the driver(s). There is no need to bring a few tons of metal to an abrupt stop just so I don’t have to wait a few more seconds at the side of the road. If traffic is paused for someone

in front of me, thankfully, I am still young enough to pick up my pace and try to cross in the same time as the person before me. Sometimes waiting for a small group to form and cross is better for everyone. However, there is one thing I think all pedestrians should do, which is not a requirement by our law. When walking along a sidewalk, pedestrians at the street corner often continue without pause through the crosswalk. In slow traffic this person can fall behind a drivers’ blind spot e.g. the door frame or windshield frame of the car. Safe practice would be to always come to a pause and look both ways to ensure drivers and bicyclists can see you. Please. Mark Ambery Oak Bay

Clive discussion left positive feeling Regardless of one’s view of the outcome of the March 11 public hearing regarding the Clive development, there are some very positive takeaways. This was a respectful and occasionally inspirational community meeting – a new era in Oak Bay community dialogue. The inclusive attitudes, youthful perspectives, forward thinking ideals and appreciation of environmental values expressed that evening embraced a spirit of

collaboration, generosity and thoughtful change. This is a repudiation of the abrasiveness of the selfappointed Oak Bay Watch leadership who offered up only caustic attitude, misleading hype and personal attacks. I hope the progressive and inclusive tone of the new age Oak Bay community continues to flourish in other organizations and public discourse. Angus Matthews Oak Bay

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we say we can help them with that it is great to hear the relief in their voice,” Platts continued. “It gives them great peace of mind knowing they have a trained tax volunteer.” One of those people is Oak Bay resident Eric Nielsen, who filed his 20th tax return so far this year. The retired Air Canada pilot is a number cruncher and has helped the OBVS with returns for more than six years, filing approximately 20 returns a year on behalf of fellow Oak Bay residents, some of whom need his help annually.

“I just enjoy doing it,” the 74-year-old said. “I get out and about in the community meeting people and being helpful to people. It keeps me busy, I quite like doing this sort of thing.” Nielsen starts at the client’s house, picks up their information, files it, and then drops it off for them when he is done. Despite being into his 70s, he has no plans to stop anytime soon. “It is helpful to members of the community that are often intimidated by tax forms,” he said. “As long as I

am able to get out and about in the community without any difficultly – I intend to continue.” Nationwide the collaboration between community services and the CRA help more than 500,000 people file their income tax returns, 110 of them in Oak Bay. To find out more about the Oak Bay Volunteer Society, go to oakbayvolunteers.bc.ca, call 250-595-1034 or drop by their office at 101-2167 Oak Bay Ave. in the Oak Bay Municipal Hall. alim@vicnews.com

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Motor vehicle infractions were front and centre last week with two alleged hit-and-runs, one of which continues to be investigated by the Oak Bay police. On April 1, a witness reported a Lexus SUV collided with a parked vehicle at the corner of Oak Bay and Monterey avenues. The driver left the area without leaving a note. The witness was able to provide a licence plate number and the driver was issued a violation ticket for failing to remain at the scene of an accident. The second incident occurred April 4 near Beach Drive and Monterey Avenue where a blue Mazda passed a vehicle, then reversed, striking it and pulling off its front bumper before the driver sped off without stopping. The search for the owner of the older blue Mazda is ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact the Oak Bay Police at 250-592-2424. editor@oakbaynews.com

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Call For Nominations: Board of Directors Luther Court Society is a community of care fully certified by Accreditation Canada and affiliated with the Island Health Authority. The Society provides independent living, assisted living and complex nursing care to seniors and persons with disabilities. Luther Court is a recognized leader in delivering creative and compassionate care to people with dementia. We offer a home like environment staffed by licensed health care professionals. Residents participate in a range of daily activities. The Society is seeking nominations from the community to fill three vacancies on the board. Election of directors will occur at the Society’s annual general meeting in June 2014. Nominees will preferably have governance experience in health care delivery. The Society is seeking individuals with skills and experience in the fields of project management, construction, gerontology, research, fund raising, public relations, clinical services, proposal development and regulation of health care. For more information or to submit a nomination in writing with a resume and references, please contact: Craig Knight, President Luther Court Society 1525 Cedar Hill X Road, Victoria, BC V8P 5M1 craigknight@telus.net Expressions of interested should be submitted no later than 4:30 pm on Friday, April 18, 2014

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Swingin’ in the sun OBH grads gather for 50th party Oak Bay High school’s Class of ‘64 is having its 50th reunion in July. A cocktail party is planned for July 11 at the University Club, a dinner is scheduled on July 12 at Uplands Golf Course, and on July 13, the group hopes to tour the school for one last time before the renovation is complete. The organizing committee is still searching for some “missing grads” they would like to join the festivities. Contact Barbara Bulman-Fleming at 250-592-9536 or email obhs1964@gmail.com for more information. editor@oakbaynews.com

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After four long years, Sadé Ashby, 12, was reunited with her father last week thanks to the Help Fill A Dream Foundation. Sadé, who underwent a liver transplant at age two after developing a rare tumour, hadn’t seen her father since she was eight. Her father, Adrian, was forced to move back to Barbados in 2010 after complications with immigration. “Best day ever, I’m so happy and excited I want to jump up and down,” said Sadé after the reunion at the arrivals terminal at “Best day ever, the Victoria International on Thursday. I’m so happy and Airport Diane Wilde, Sadé’s mother, said the day was excited I want one they’d been dreaming Devon MacKenzie/News staff to jump up and about for a long time. Twelve year-old Sadé Ashby, her father Adrian “We had been praying and her mother Diane Wilde reunite at the down.” for this moment for so Victoria International Airport last week. Sadé – Sadé Ashby long,” said Wilde, choking had not seen her father in four years but the back tears. Help Fill a Dream Foundation assisted the The reunion was made possible by the Help Fill family in reuniting. A Dream Foundation which helps children with lifethreatening conditions from Vancouver Island and and it’s very inspirational to have met so many the Gulf Islands fulfil dreams as well as improve children and families who can teach you so much about the value of life,” Smith said. quality of life for the children and their families. Overall, Sadé’s health is good, but she still occa“We were first introduced to Sadé nearly 16 months ago and her story really touched us,” said sionally suffers from debilitating migraines and the foundation’s executive director Craig Smith, asthma and has a weakened immune system. Adrian, who has kept in touch with his family adding that many dreams consist of trips to Dis- 23302 Docket: 115 Thorncliffe Park Drive over Skype and email since his departure four neyland or Disneyworld. Toronto Ontario Client: 247 - JWT M4H 1M1 “Dreams come in all shapes and sizes, and it’s years ago, will visit his family for six months and Job Name: Participation Ads hopes to get any remaining issues with his immibeen really neat to help fill this particular dream Tel 416•696•2853 Vanderheide Production Contact: Lara gration process figured out while he’s here. which was a little different,” said Smith. He was overwhelmed and overjoyed after being Last year, the foundation filled a record 80 wishes reunited with his family. for children, many of them critically ill. Since 1986, B:5.8125” “I’m at a loss for words,” he said. the organization has fulfilled more 2,000 dreams. T:5.8125” editor@oakbaynews.com “It’s an incredible feeling to help these families

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Candidates must be willing to work day shifts Monday to Wednesday, totaling approximately 22 hours a week. Black Press is Canadaâ€™s largest independent newspaper group with over 150 community, daily and urban papers located in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio. To apply, please send your resume to: Loralee Smyth, Operations Manager 818 Broughton Street, Victoria BC V8W 1E4 or email lsmyth@blackpress.ca with â€œPaginatorâ€? in the subject line.

To apply, please send your resume to: Loralee Smyth, Operations Manager 818 Broughton Street, Victoria BC V8W 1E4 or email lsmyth@blackpress.ca with â€œProduction Assistantâ€? in the subject line. Deadline to apply is April 9, 2014

Deadline to apply is April 16, 2014

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PERSONALS MEET SINGLES right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 1-800-712-9851. REAL PEOPLE, Real Chat, Real Discreet Try FREE! 18+. Call 250-220-1300. Or visit online at: www.livelinks. com

TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Spring Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected Territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: THE ESTATE of KAREN ELIZABETH BALSDON, late of VICTORIA, BC. NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send them to the undersigned at 3rd Floor, 612 View St., Victoria, BC V8W 1J5, before the 2nd day of May, 2014, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which she then has notice. KELLY WARD EXECUTOR By her Solicitors, HORNE COUPAR

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Do you enjoy working with children? Early Childhood Educators not only teach children, they aim to help children develop good habits in learning and in life. Career Opportunities: Preschools O Strong Start Facilitators O Group Child Care Cruise Ships and Resorts O Supported Child Development

CALL VICTORIA: 250.384.8121 OR VISIT SPROTTSHAW.COM

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

HAIR STYLIST positions available. Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Must have hairstyling qualifications. Guaranteed $11/hr, benefits, vacation pay, 25% profit sharing, paid overtime, paid birthday,advanced training and annual advancement opportunities For an interview call 866-472-4339

THE LEUKEMIA & Lymphoma Society of Canada is recruiting a volunteer to help put together a fundraising team for their Light the Night Walk. Professional fundraising experience an asset. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269. THE VICTORIA International Buskers Festival is in need of volunteers from July 18th-27th to man their information booth, helping to inform visitors of scheduling and performance locations as well as sell water, glow-sticks, and wristbands. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250386-2269.

TELEGRAPH COVE RESORT is now accepting resumes for the following positions: Front Desk General Maintenance Cook Waitress Bartender Dishwasher Barista Please forward your resume by email to tcrltd@island.net or fax 250-928-3105 Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PERSONAL SERVICES MIND BODY & SPIRIT KRIPALU MASSAGE, Reiki, Acupressure, Chair Massage. I have relaxed clients that have been with me for 5-12 years. See testimonials on website. Women only. Call 250-514-6223 or visit online at: www.andreakober.com

WANTED: SERVICE TECHNICIAN - SUNNY THOMPSON REGION. Kamloops dealership is currently accepting applications for full-time Journeyman & Apprentice RV Technicians. All applicants must have direct RV experience, possess own tools, have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and take great pride in the work they perform. It is our goal to provide an exceptional customer experience for all our clients. We place great emphasis on customer satisfaction and quality workmanship and need people who will help us maintain this goal. We truly care about our employees and provide a positive, happy work environment with competitive wages and benefits. Requirements: - Possess Own Tools - Be Journeyman/Red Seal or period 1, 2, 3 Registered Apprentice RV Technician - Possess Valid Class 5 BCDL (Air/51 Endorsement an asset) - Excellent attendance - Self-motivated team player - Keen attention to detail - Maintain a positive attitude under pressure - Committed to lifelong learning If this sounds like a good fit and you possess the above mentioned qualifications we want to hear from you. How to Apply: With resume and references to: Attention: Service Manager By Email: service@jubileerv.com By Fax: (250) 851-9775 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HOLISTIC HEALTH TragerÂŽ Bodywork allows you to move more freely with less pain and tension. Youâ€™ll feel deeply relaxed & have greater mental clarity. Rae Bilash

CertiďŹ ed Trager Practitioner call for appointment 250-380-8733 www.raebilash.ca * Also Hot Stone Massage

FINANCIAL SERVICES 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. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

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SERVICE MANAGER CAMPBELL RIVER, BC

BRAND NEW LOCATION! We are currently seeking an individual to run an efĂ€cient and proĂ€table truck & equipment service department in our new shop through productive stafĂ€ng, customer retention, cost controls, achievement of objectives and maintenance of all service records. Preference will be given to candidates with technical knowledge of heavy duty trucks & equipment and proven leadership skills. The Inland Group is an industry-leading group of heavy truck & equipment dealerships in business since 1949 with 1,200 employees and 23 locations in North America. Further details can be found under Canada, Job Opportunities at www.inland-group.com. Resumes & cover letters should be emailed to Lori Willcox at lwillcox@inland-group.com or faxed to 604-608-3156

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

FINANCIAL SERVICES

PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENT/CONDO

SUITES, UPPER

MOTORCYCLES

RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Home Movies to DVD. Also, Portraiture, Baby, Family + Maternity. 250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

PRIME OAK Bay; New price $635,000. 1 block to Willows Beach, close to shops and schools. 1940â€™s 2 bdrm, bath. Full basement. 2516 Dalhousie St. (corner of Musgrave). Call 250-858-8475 or 250-4728475. Open House Sunday, 1pm-3pm.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE UNDER $300 UPRIGHT VACUUM, $70. childrenâ€™s books, best offer. Violin, $200. 250-598-9348.

FREE ITEMS FREE HOUSEHOLD items under carport at 3832 Carey Rd. DROWNING IN debt? Cut debts more than 60% & debt free in half the time! Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+ IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: Itâ€™s that simple. your credit / age / income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161. UNFILED TAX Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 1855-668-8089 (Monday-Friday 9-6 ET).

FREE RV stuff+ table saw. Call (250)479-1771.

FRIENDLY FRANK CREAM MOFFAT fridge, with freezer on top, $60, obo, you pick-up. (778)351-1955. MUSTANG FLOAT coat $35. Carhartt rain paints $20. Roof racks $10. Call (778)265-1615 NO NAME cell phone, barely used, leather case that straps to belt, $80. (778)432-2822 YAMAHA PIANO with bench, $90. Great for beginners. Call (250)652-0549.

LEGAL SERVICES

FUEL/FIREWOOD

CRIMINAL RECORD? Donâ€™t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.

CRIMINAL RECORD? Pardon Services Canada. Established 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. A+BBB Rating. RCMP Accredited. Employment & Travel Freedom. Free Consultation 1-8NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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STEEL BUILDINGS. Hot savings - Spring sale! 20x24 $4,348. 25x24 $4,539. 30x30 $6,197. 32x36 $7,746. 40x46 $12,116. 47x72 $17,779. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. Or online: www.pioneersteel.ca

WANTED to PURCHASE, House w/ private, quiet, sunny W or S backyard in Oak Bay, Fairfield & area. (250)8964296 or tarsan2@shaw.ca

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

OTHER AREAS

ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewelry. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700

REAL ESTATE

20 ACRES $0 Down, Only $119/mo. Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee. Call 1-866-8825263, Ext. 81. www.sunsetranches.net

APARTMENT/CONDOS

RENTALS

NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. View anytime. $339,900 Reduced to $329,000. (250)7539123

FOR SALE BY OWNER

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

NANAIMO: 1450SQ.FT, Open concept, 2bdrm, 2bath Rancher on 1/2 acre. Dbl garage, mature trees, greenhouse, RV prkg.$359,000. (250)753-5826

HOMES WANTED

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. $500-$1200 inclds utils. Monthly/Weekly. Pets ok with refs. 25 min commute to downtown Victoria. Must have references! Call 250-478-9231. FRASER TOLMIE APARTMENTS 1701 Cedar Hill X Road (at Shelbourne St) Deluxe 1 & 2 bdrm suites Beautiful grounds with resort style amenities INQUIRE TODAY: 250.477.6323 or frasertolmie@bentall kennedy.com www.frasertolmie.ca Proudly Managed By Bentall Kennedy Residential Services

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Bright lg Bach 1,2,3 br. Units Fully reno 5 min drive to DT Victoria Full time on site manager

Move in today 250-588-9799

MAIN FLOOR. 3-bdrm. Fireplace, completely renoâ€™d - new applâ€™s, large patio. Near UVic & Camosun. N/S, N/P. $1600. inclds utils. (250)477-5179.

TOWNHOUSES

QUALICUM BEACH- 3 bdrm, 2 bath house, double garage, immaculately clean. $1400+ utils. NS/NP. Avail May 1. Call or text 250-927-5742.

LAVENDER CO-OP is accepting applications for a quiet, bright 2 bdrm townhouse, W/D hookup, inside/outside storage, backyard. $912/mo. Share purchase $2500. Gross income $42,000 +. Applications available in the glass case outside the Community Hall at 10A-620 Judah St.

RECREATION

WANTED TO RENT

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE THERAPIST can do massage, property mngmnt, light physical work in exchange for living quarters. Call 778-265-8800.

HOMES FOR RENT

Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or

2010 HARLEY DAVIDSON Heritage. Black. 4950Kms. $15,000. 250-216-2200

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SHARED ACCOMMODATION VICTORIA $475-$550. incl. Quality Housing for quality people. Call 778-977-8288.

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SUITES, LOWER MARIGOLD: 1 bdrm, shared W/D, quiet. NS/NP. $850 utils incldâ€™d. Call 250-727-6217. SAANICH WEST. Nice 1bdrm, full height bsmnt suite. Priv. entrance, clean & tidy. On bus route to UVic, near all levels of school & shopping. $850. inclds heat, hydro, laundry & parking. Avail May 1st. Call (250)812-6008 to view.

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MOVING & STORAGE

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ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi

KENDRAâ€™S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.

LANDSCAPE & TREE Care Hedges-tree pruning, gardening/landscaping. WCB. 18 yrs exp. Andrew 250-893-3465.

STUCCO, Hardy Plank siding, painting, carpentry & roofing. Free est. Dan 250-391-9851.

COMPLETE HOME Repairs. Suites, Renos, Carpentry, Drywall, Painting. Licensed and insured. Darren 250-217-8131.

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

RUPEâ€™S ROOFING: Torch on shingles or metal. Fully insured. References; ticketed roofers. Call Rupe 250-4157130 or Mike 1-250-533-9410.

JACK NASH, serving Victoria over 30 yrs. I do it all! Free est WCB. 250-881-3886.

PAINTING

SHORELINE ROOFING. Reroofing specialist. WCB / BBB member. Quality & satisfaction guaranteed. 250-413-7967. shorelineroofing@shaw.ca

Certified General Accountant/ CPA Bookkeeping, Payroll, HST. Set up & Training. E-File

TAX

250-477-4601

FENCING ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.

CLEANING SERVICES

GARDENING

AFFORDABLE! SUPPLIES & vacuum incldâ€™d. All lower Island areas. 250-385-5869.

(250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Yard & garden overgrown? Lawns have weeds & moss? Aerating, pwr raking. Blackberry/Ivy removal, landscaping.

DRAFTING & DESIGN

Level Ground Landscaping Lawn and garden service and renovation. Arborist service. Call Neil 250-818-0587. PRO IRISH GARDENERSLawn & Garden maintenance. 20 years experience. WCB. Call (250)652-6989.

Call Steven 250-381-4123 ELECTRICAL

(250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic. #3003. 30yrs exp. Renos, Knob & Tube Replacement. Sr.Disc.No job too big or small 250-361-6193 Quality Electric Renoâ€™s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779. AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550.

250-479-7950 FREE ESTIMATES â€˘ Lawn Maintenance â€˘ Landscaping â€˘ Hedge Trimming â€˘ Tree Pruning â€˘ Yard Cleanups â€˘ Gardening/Weeding â€˘ Aeration, Odd Jobs NO SURPRISES NO MESS www.hollandave.ca

$20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279. CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164. FAMILY MAN Hauling. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463. GARYâ€™S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413.

DESIGN FOR PERMIT

â€˘ 29 yrs experience â€˘ All home renos

HAULING AND SALVAGE

JUNK BOX- Junk Removal Company. Local guys. Low rates. Call (250)658-3944. JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK. PARRYâ€™S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

AURICLE- Spring cleanups, lawns. Call for all your garden needs. 250-882-3129.

ABBA EXTERIORS Gutter cleaning & repairs. Seniors discounts. WCB, Insured. Free estimates. (778)433-9275.

DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141

(250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free est.

PETEâ€™S HAUL A DAY- Junk removal. Airforce guy. Call 250-881-1221.

LANDSCAPING 250-216-9476 ACCEPTING new contracts; landscape and carpentry. BBB/Insured. Res /Comm. www.ftguland.com

MASONRY & BRICKWORK CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Natural & Veneered Stone. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! â€œQuality is our Guaranteeâ€?. Free Competitive Estimates. (250)294-9942/(250)589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com ROMAX MASONRY. Expâ€™d & Professional. Chimneys, Brick Veneer, Retaining Rock Walls, Cultured Stone, Interlocking Paving. Excavating. Fully insured. Estimates. 250-588-9471

MOVING & STORAGE

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.

PLUMBING EXPERIENCED JOURNEYMAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fair rates. Insured. Reliable, friendly. Great references. Call Mike at KNA (250)880-0104. FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.

PLASTERING PATCHES,Drywall, skimming, match the textures, coves, fireplaces. Bob, 250-516-5178.

SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.

(250)858-6747. WRIGHT Bros Moving. $70/hour. 4 ton / lift. Seniors discount. Call Philip.

PRESSURE WASHING

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

STUCCO/SIDING PATCHES, ADDITIONS, restucco, renos, chimney, waterproofing. Bob, 250-516-5178.

TILING SHAWN THE Tile Guy- Res/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos. Free est. Call 250-686-6046.

TREE SERVICES BUDDYâ€™S TREE SERVICESTrimming, pruning, chipping, removals, hedges, lawn care, Insured. Keith, (250)474-3697.

WINDOW CLEANING BOBâ€™S WINDOW Cleaning. Roof demoss, Gutters. Licensed and affordable. 250-884-7066. DAVEâ€™S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190.

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National Volunteer Week 250-386-2269

April 6 to 12, 2014

VolunteerVictoria.bc.ca

Hedley- USS joins the Canadian pop stars at Save-OnFoods Memorial Centre April 10.

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WHAT’S ON IN THE ARTS

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Fri. April 11

EvEnts imax film festival marcH - Six films, four weeks, one giant screen at the Royal B.C. Museum. Passes, $36, imaxvictoria. com. Until April 17.

wicked divas - Diva show-stoppers – Broadway, opera and pop music primarily from the Tony-Awardwinning musical Wicked come to the Royal Theatre. Also included are selections from Gypsy, Ragtime, Titanic, and Carmen. Tickets, $42, rmts.bc.ca. Until April 13.

Fri. April 11

SAt. April 12

Wed. April 9

litartcity - Victoria’s poet laureate, Janet Rogers, and the Victoria Read Society present an evening of poetry, percussion and dance to benefit the Victoria Read Society’s reading assistance program. Tickets, $20, ticketrocket.org.

SAt. April 12

Back tO BacH -Diemahler Chamber Music presents two events devoted to the German composer, at St. Mary the Virgin (1701 Elgin April 12) and at Tom Lee Recital Hall (105-2401 Millstream April 13). Both events begin at 2:30 p.m. Tickets, $25, rmts.bc.ca. Until April 13.

massive OUtdOOr mariNe GaraGe sale Discover all manner of marine goodies at this annual fundraiser for the Maritime Museum of BC. Ogden Point (the cruise ship terminal) on Dallas Road. mmbc.bc.ca.

pOrtlaNd BarOQUe - Early Music Society of the Islands brings the orchestra, led by artistic director Monica Huggett, to Alix Goolden Hall at 8 p.m. Tickets, $27, rmts.bc.ca.

Sun. April 13

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restOratiON fair & swap meet - Old English Car Club hosts its annual spring show and sale, featuring cars for sale, car club displays, tools, parts, literature and collectibles, demonstrations and more, all related to British cars, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine at Heritage Acres. Take the Island View exit off Hwy 17 and turn left onto Lochside Dr.

music thurS. April 10 maUreeN wasHiNGtON & QUiNN BacHaNd - Maureen Washington Quartet featuring Karel Roessingh, Joey Smith and Damian Graham teams up with Quinn Bachand for the Oak Bay Upstairs Lounge Live Music Series. Doors at 6:30pm. Tickets, $10 on sale at Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 250-5957946.

Wed. April 9

sHerlOck HOlmes aNd tHe case Of tHe sUssex vampire Craigdarroch Castle again sets the scene for Giggling Iguana’s latest production, adapted from one of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic Holmes stories. Holmes and Watson are drawn into the situation of a Sussex tea merchant whose wife displays a disturbing blood lust, putting her newborn at risk. Tickets, $23/28 at thecastle.ca. Until April 12. imprOv: a scieNce fictiON tHriller- Paper Street Theatre is offering a public workshop on how to improvise in the sci-fi style. Led by director Dave Morris learn how to use silence to build tension. April 12 at Intrepid Theatre, during the run of Improv: A Science Fiction Thriller, April 9 - 12 at Intrepid Theater Club. Shows start at 8 p.m. Tickets, $15, tickrocket.org.

If you are ambitious, goal oriented, and looking for the opportunity for career development within a dynamic and exceptional team, with limitless income potential, look no further. Galaxy Motors has been servicing Vancouver Island and British Columbia for over 24 years; we are dedicated to doing things smarter, better and faster than our competition, while providing the best value and service to our clients. We are leaders in not only volume, but exceeding customer expectations and have the proven ability to adjust our business to account for changing market trends. Galaxy Motors - Victoria Megacentre has immediate openings for:

Professional Sales Consultant. Our Colwood location is currently looking to add to its professional sales force, and is looking for experienced, dynamic, goal oriented candidates. We provide a huge inventory, the best management team, a friendly work environment, and the opportunity for advancement within the organization. We will stress the importance of meeting objectives, representation of the Galaxy Motors brand and expect the best customer service for our clients. Qualifications and Requirements: • Professional, creative and dynamic presence, with the ability to communicate with people at all levels • Ability to clearly and enthusiastically present information • Ability to think on your feet and be a creative problem solver • An above average knowledge of automotive brands and their product offerings • Excellent written and verbal skills • Valid Provincial Drivers License • BC Motor Vehicle Sales License an asset but not a requirement Resumes accepted in person at 1772 Island Highway, Victoria BC or e-mail in confidence to Colby@galaxymotors.net

Thank You Volunteers! 1Up, Victoria Single Parent Resource Centre AIDS Vancouver Island Alumni Association of the University of Victoria artsREACH / The OCTA Collective Society BC Cancer Agency, Vancouver Island Beacon Community Services Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria and Area Boys & Girls Club Services of Greater Victoria Bridges for Women Society Broadmead Care Burnside Gorge Community Association Canadian Blood Services Canadian Cancer Society Canadian Diabetes Association Capital City Volunteers CFB Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum City of Victoria Cook Street Village Activity Centre Craigdarroch Castle CRD Regional Parks Creatively United for the Planet Society District of Oak Bay District of Saanich Early Music Society of the Islands Esquimalt Emergency Program Esquimalt Military Family Resource Centre Fairfield Gonzales Community Association Family Caregivers' Network Society Friends of Music Society Greater Victoria Bike to Work Society Habitat for Humanity Victoria HeadWay, Victoria Epilepsy & Parkinson's Centre Help Fill A Dream Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria Island Health Aberdeen Hospital Glengarry Hospital Mental Health & Substance Use Mt. Tolmie Hospital Priory Hospital Queen Alexandra Ctr. for Children's Health Royal Jubilee & Gorge Road Hospitals Saanich Peninsula Hospital Victoria General Hospital Island Sexual Health Society James Bay Community Project James Bay New Horizons Society John Howard Society of Victoria - KidStart Junior Achievement of BC Land Trust Alliance of British Columbia - LTABC Lifetime Networks Literacy Victoria

Luther Court Society Monterey Recreation Centre MOVE Adapted Fitness & Rehabilitation Society BC Municipality of Central Saanich Municipality of Colwood Municipality of North Saanich Municipality of View Royal MS Society of Canada, South & Central Vancouver Island Chapter Oak Bay Volunteer Services OBEP - Oak Bay Emergency Program Pacific Centre Family Services Association PEERS Victoria Resource Society Power To Be Adventure Therapy Society Quadra Village Community Centre Rest Haven Lodge Robert Bateman Centre Royal BC Museum Saanich Emergency Program Saanich Parks & Recreation Saanich Police Department Saanich Volunteer Services Society Seniors Serving Seniors Sooke Family Resource Society Special Olympics Victoria St. Vincent de Paul, Social Concern Office Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary The Cridge Centre for the Family The Glenshiel The Mustard Seed The Salvation Army The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre Threshold Housing Society Together Against Poverty Society - TAPS United Way of Greater Victoria Vancouver Island Strata Owners Association Victoria Brain Injury Society Victoria Cool Aid Society Victoria Foundation Victoria Hospice Victoria International Airport Red Coat Hosts Victoria Police Department Victoria Sexual Assault Centre Victoria Tango and Latin Festival Victoria Therapeutic Riding Association Victoria West Community Association Victoria Women In Need Community Cooperative Victoria Women's Transition House Victoria Youth Empowerment Society Volunteer Victoria Woodwynn Farms Therapeutic Community YMCA - YWCA Greater Victoria

Volunteer Victoria recruits over 16,500 volunteers each year on behalf of our more than 300 non-profit member agencies. We enrich the quality of life in our community through volunteer involvement.

Go to: www.VolunteerVictoria.bc.ca to learn more

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Wednesday, April 9, 2014 - OAK

BAY NEWS

victoria’s premier show of the year! Home Create Your Dream

Ideas, Information, Inspiration

Friday, April 25 m

1:00 pm - 9:00 p

6 Saturday, April 2 m

9:30 am - 5:30 p

Sunday, April 27

27th annual spring

HOME

2014

10:00 am - 4:00

Victoria’s Largest Building, Renovation and Decor Show!

EXPO

April 25, 26, 27

ONE LOCATION! 3 ARENAS! 3 BIG DAYS! Design Theatre featuring: Danisha Drury & Amy McGeachy of CHEK TV’s Design District

PARKIN FREE PARKING! SHUTTLE BUS E FRE between arenas! produced produce ed by

West Shore Parks & Recreation