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hearts on a different prize, none more so being a student, especially because they than team captain Sabine Boisvert whose realize how lucky they are to be living mother suffered from the where they are living,” disease as she grew up. said head coach Brent “The girls decided “I was in the eighth Garraway. “It is a big thing to get involved this year to step up and do grade (when my mother) had breast cancer. She is with different issues, something more than a survivor of the disease the girls decided this and so it’s important to year to step up and do just play.” raise awareness and funds something more than - Brent Garraway so I can support her being just play.” cancer free and going Donning pink jerseys through the battle,” the Grade 12 student and pink socks, the 19 girls on the team said. “That is a cause important to me ranging from Grade 10 to Grade 12 take because of my mother.” to the field with their heads and their

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John Horgan Farnworth’s only public endorsers from the B.C. NDP caucus were Saanich South MLA Lana Popham and Stikine MLA Doug Donaldson, while Horgan had 15 MLAs publicly supporting him. Popham told the News this week that she has confidence in Horgan as a leader. “He is a smart guy who can connect with people from all walks of life. And he is a fighter, very capable of beating Premier Christy Clark in the next election,” she said. “I’m really proud of Mike Farnworth for putting his personal ambition aside so our party can focus on holding the B.C. .Liberals to account.”

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Light rail will work for region Surprise, surprise, rail transit really works in any city. It doesn’t matter the size, it is successful. You must however, connect as many high traffic generators, such as universities, hospitals, sport facilities, major business centres and malls where possible. In every city I visited in Europe, the rail lines were busy throughout the day. Two new systems opened recently in Dijon and La Man in France. Both these cities have large universities and they are very successful in attracting high ridership. There is no evidence to support that cities must have a certain population level for a rail line or a historic streetcar line. What really matters is rail is successful in lowering traffic congestion, reducing pollution and attracting more riders to the transit system. I spoke with the CEO of Salzburg transit system and he confirmed there is no city that is too big or small for electric transit, rail or trolleybuses. Salzburg has seen an increase in ridership when a change was made from a diesel bus line to a trolley bus line, up to 15 per cent. Our downtown Victoria deserves better. We need to decrease the congestion in our city, reduce fumes, improve the environment and encourage a pedestrian friendly situation. It would be only a positive change. Let’s start with the proposed downtown streetcar from the cruise ship terminal, through to the city, via Government or Douglas streets. There are many good examples of new systems in Europe and North America and after all, tourism is one of our biggest assets. In Europe they are building new systems from 40 to 55 million Canadian dollars, everything included. Why can’t we build for the same amount? We must move into the 20th century with a modern, well-equipped transit system. Almost all cities we visited have a pedestrian-only shopping area that means no cars. What a good idea. We all know people do the shopping, not cars. Bill Macdonald Oak Bay

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Greater Victoria Family Making a difference Sharif McArthur, 17 and in Grade 12 at Belmont secondary, is a community leader and well-regarded at school for his integrity, responsibility and work ethic. His major focus is youth serving community through his work with the Victoria Foundation’s Vital Youth group. His organization of the annual musical event, “Indie Night,” which benefits the Canadian World Education Society, is always a highlight of the year. Jayden Cull, 12 and in Grade 6 at Happy Valley elementary, is passionate about sports and brings that enthusiasm to school, where he has helped organize a lunchtime ball hockey club. He played on the Juan de Fuca Tier 2 pee wee ice hockey team that hosted the B.C.’s in March, and in 2013 played first base and catcher with the Victoria Eagles city all-stars when they won the B.C. Baseball mosquito division title.

Is normalizing pubbing with the kids possible? Kyle Wells News staff

A quaint vision of levelheaded European families heading to the pub for dinner with their perhaps mature-beyond-their-years kids in tow is common in North America. The story continues that those children grow up accustomed to being around alcohol and are less likely to overindulge when old enough to procure it on their own. Whether or not this vision is a reality is becoming relevant, as the province considers implementing a change to liquor laws later this year that would allow minors in pubs if accompanied by adults. The general consensus is it’s an oversimplified fantasy. Kara Thompson, a post-doctoral fellow with the University of Victoria’s Centre for Addictions Research of B.C., specializes in adolescent substance use, particularly alcohol. The idea that you can reduce the allure of alcohol to youth by normalizing drinking and making it less taboo doesn’t really work, she said, despite stories people tell of children drinking wine with dinner in France. “That’s a very, very common misperception,” Thompson said. “Yes, alcohol is used differently in those cultures and so it’s more normalized, (but) they experience … as much alcohol-related prob-

Kara Thompson, a post-doctoral fellow with UVic’s Centre for Addictions Research of B.C., says the assumptions about lower abuse of alcohol by youth in Europe, due to alcohol being more culturally normalized, aren’t exactly true. Kyle Wells/News staff

lems as we experience.” Jessica Ball, a professor with UVic’s school of youth and child care, said it should be remembered the majority of adults do not engage in problem drinking, and therefore the majority of youth will not develop drinking problems, regardless of whether or not they go to pubs as a child. A more important factor perhaps is the parents, who are still role models and do play a part in how their children grow up to view alcohol consumption. “If adults can, in a public environment, role model non-problematic drinking, that might be seen as a good thing,” Ball said.

Also, with regulations likely limiting what time of the day minors can be in the pub, and with most restaurants already serving alcohol, this policy change on its own will likely make little difference, Thompson said. The overall trend in increasing youth exposure to drinking and alcohol, including selling alcohol in grocery stores, however, is causing concern. Studies have shown that in cultures where adults drink more and where children are around alcohol more, the number of youth getting drunk and drinking heavily is higher. In general, youth drinking can cause health risks, Thompson

said. Alcohol poisoning is most problematic among youth and youth drinking is linked to a reduced likelihood of going on to post-secondary education and graduating high school. Mental health problems can also arise from youth drinking. This makes decisions on how to approach the topic of alcohol with your children difficult for families, she said. There are hard choices to make about what sort of example to set and whether or not to expose your children to alcohol. “Parents struggle with making a decision about whether or not they should teach their kids how to drink responsibly or … whether to not encourage that behaviour.” While research findings are mixed, Thompson said they lean towards recommending parents not encourage their children to drink, either by buying them alcohol or even serving them a little wine with dinner. “They’re sending a message to adolescents that they, in some capacity, have approved their alcohol consumption. Those adolescents tend to be more likely to progress in their drinking a little faster and to drink in contexts outside of drinking with their parents more. The idea that it teaches kids how to drink responsibly really hasn’t been proven.” kwells@goldstreamgazette.com

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Focus split: daughter/career Q&A Julie Evans, managing funeral director at Sands Funeral Chapel - Colwood, is a single mom who, at 47, loves the energy her 3-1/2 year old daughter, Madeline, injects into their relationship.

How do you find time for “you” outside of being a “mom”?

I don’t (laughing). Since Madeline was born, I had one girls night out last year and I have probably been out a handful of times in the past 3-1/2 years. My joy truly is my work, which is a calling, it’s a passion. But my time with Madeline is very special, too.

What are you reading right now? What do you read with your daughter?

The last one I read for myself, on an airplane, was Proof of Heaven by Dr. Eben Alexander. The last book I actually read (with my daughter) was Wanda the Witch. At 3-1/2, she’s pretty incredible, she’s moved on to chapter books. Every two weeks we go to the library and pick out about 10 books.

What is your favourite family activity to share together?

Going to the beach in East Sooke Park and poking at squishy things in the tidal pools. It’s nice coming from Ontario where you can’t go in lake because of the bacteria count. We just pack up and spend the whole day there.

The part of your day you look forward to the most?

Getting cuddles from my daughter, the cuddle in the morning and that cuddle at night, and when she randomly says, ‘I love you mommy.’

Recently I met the father of eight and 10 year olds, who seemed stunned to discover that his life’s work now involved taxiing children around. I smiled empathetically, patted his arm and said, “It will get worse.” But as I look back over 18 years of driving Susan my kids here, there and everywhere, I know for a fact: it was a blessing. We had the best times in the car, sang the most songs, had deep conversations. I can also see that as the years went by, the nature of driving kids around changed, from those days when they could suddenly read every road sign we’d pass, to years later, when I’d pick up a carload of post-party teens at 2 a.m., no questions asked. But amid those early car-bound years, sits that unforgettable stage: “the question period,’ when queries weren’t asked, they were sprayed at you like a hose. My elder daughter Danica was six and Sierra, four, when I counted the number of questions I faced in a one hour in the car. Danica fired up the minute tire touched pavement, asking a total of 54 questions. Sierra, who had to wait for Danica to catch her breath, squeezed in eight, totalling one question per minute. No wonder my brain throbbed. Later, in studying their questions,

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Welcome to the driver’s seat

The Impala is roomy inside with Business Class legroom in the rear — and the theme continues with the use of quality materials throughout. Keith Morgan

Impala leaps impressively to the top contemporary style favoured by The 2014 Chevrolet Impala is the many competitors. Its lines actubest domestic sedan ever, really? ally lean closer towards classy, That was the question front of rather than sporty. mind when I heard such a boast Let’s open the driver’s door. As its from a General Motors execuoutward appearance suggests, tive recently. Well, he’s paid to it is roomy inside with Business say that, I thought, but then he Class legroom in the rear! And the backed up the assertion with business class theme continues something that surprised me more. After spending a with the use of quality materials throughout. The hypercritical Consumer ReControls are logically placed ports organization had just given week in an Impala, I have to admit it and easy to operate with one the full-size sedan a 95-point score: No other domestic car had softened my cynicism exception. The standard infotainment system, which features an ever topped the sedans ratings to the point of almost eight-inch touch screen, is not in 20 years of rating cars by buying the hype. nearly as intuitive as I would like. bothsegment and style. And, just I would need to spend an hour to offer a bit more perspective to Keith Morgan with the manual to get it to perthis remarkable score: the fourform for me. The reason I don’t door was just behind the expendo that ahead of time is because I want to test sive Tesla Model S ultra-luxury hatchback with these systems against my iPad/iPod. Apple is 99 points and the BMW 1 Series coupe at 97. the benchmark. Get over it, guys! Mimic Apple After spending a week in an Impala, I have rather than try to reinvent the wheel and come to admit it softened my cynicism to the point up with a pale imitation. There’s a nifty secuof almost buying the hype. Explanation of my rity feature offered though that I must praise. continued reservations to follow. The screen emerges from the dash, revealing It wouldn’t take much imagination for designers a small storage bin that can be secured with a to turn out a more handsome Impala than its four-digit code. predecessor. But this long-looking car manages Let’s roll. The tester was equipped with a to look sharp and streamlined but not so overly 3.6-litre V6 DI with FlexFuel capability, including aggressive in stance, which is more often the

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variable valve timing, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The two base engines available are a solid 2.4-litre four-cylinder and a 2.5 version, both of which are likely adequate for commuter use. I headed straight for Highway One and it positively purred along the long, clear stretches open to the daytime driver. Great acceleration in take-off and passing with limited lean and sway when cornering at speed. Back in urban madness, it offered a good view of fast encroaching vehicles from side streets and the rear. I mention this because I expected the sleek window profiles might hinder views, especially to the rear. Hence, it was also not as much of a beast to park at the supermarket as I had feared. Light steering also assisted in that manouevre. On the urban performance front, the transmission took the annoyance out of stop-go traffic. Have to think it was gulping gas though in smoothing out the urban trek. The Impala with the V6 starts at $32,945 (around $3,000 more than the 4-cylinder-equipped versions) but the test car options, which included rear park assist, rear vision camera, collision and lane departure alerts, premium audio, sunroof, added another $7,000. It will compete with the Dodge Charger and Ford Taurus domestically and a host of imports. Now to my reservations: the fuel economy for the V6 is 11.1/6.9L 100km (city/highway) and while that is not bad for a large car, it’s not the best in its segment. The four-cylinder eco version is impressive at 8.7/5.8L 100km (city/ highway). That said,I don’t think fuel economy will be a deal breaker for most people. My continued reservations really boil down to reliability. It’s a brand new car and we should wait a couple or three years before anointing this car as the best domestic sedan ever. That caution should not stop you from taking one for a spin. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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Confessions of a Curber... Meet Walt. He lives with his wife and two teenagers in a quiet neighbourhood. Walt goes to work every morning, provides for his family and chats with his neighbours. Walt has a secret. He’s no Walter White from“Breaking Bad.” But, his love for quick cash and high profits drive him to a sideline that makes us all a little less safe and costs some their savings. Walt is a curber.

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Euro for the Americas Ford has done an excellent job of using its worldwide expertise to bring some very practical, yet fun to drive, small cars to North America. Using Europeans to build the Ford Focus and Fiesta for a worldwide market enabled the manufacturer to bring these superb handling cars virtually unchanged to our shores. On top of that, Ford is also selling their sportiest ST versions of both these cars. The Focus ST was introduced last year and this year we get the Fiesta ST “hot hatch.” I’ve been a huge fan of the Fiesta. In fact, I prefer it to the bigger Focus. It is a perfect city runabout with go-kart-like handling and a stylish little package. Looks For 2014, all Fiesta models get a minor facelift with a new front grille and headlights. The ST is easy to spot because of the black honeycomb grille with an ST badge, bigger alloy wheels, a rear spoiler hanging over the rear window, a bigger rear air diffuser with twin exhaust tips and blacked out trim around the windows. The ST looks like it means business. There are two exterior options that might be worth the money. Upgraded paint colours like ‘Molten Orange’ or ‘Green Envy Metallic’ cost $400 and the smoked grey wheels with red brake calipers cost $500 more. The base ST at $24,999 comes very well equipped and is ready to cause some trouble. Inside The first thing that pops right out on the ST interior are the two heavily bolstered Recaro sports seats. These are not meant for big people; you just won’t fit. They are snug and supportive but lack some simple, yet important adjustments. The front of the seat sits much higher than the back so your backside is very low with your knees pointing up. This produces a sporty feel initially but the lack of adjustment prevents the driver from being able to stretch their legs. The dash is updated to include a MyFord Touch screen for radio, phone, navigation and climate functions. The screen is rather small and far from the driver, which makes accessing the small, virtual buttons on the screen a challenge. The ST comes standard with very powerful front seat heaters, automatic climate control, a fat leather steering wheel

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with redundant radio controls and a leather covered manual shifter. The back seat has always been tight in the Fiesta; this is perfect for a single person or couple. Drive In an era of cars that almost drive themselves, the Fiesta ST is a throwback to a time when the driver felt connected to the machine. The suspension is much

firmer than the regular Fiesta, almost harsh over bumpy roads but the feedback to the driver through the tight steering ratio, firm chassis and the grippy Recaro seats is superb. The turbocharged, direct injection 1,6L Ecoboost engine pumps out 197hp. It’s only sold with a super-slick manual transmission that shifts with no effort at all and the clutch is precise. In such a small car, this engine lets the driver do pretty much anything at will. Want to pass on the highway? No problem. Want to scoot away from a traffic light? No effort at all. This really is a car that

does everything very well, including getting good fuel economy when the throttle is used lightly: using only 7.8L/100km in the city and 5.6L on the highway. Verdict At $24,999, the price might seem a bit steep for a subcompact car but this little machine comes almost fully loaded for that price. The options available are not “must have” items so the price can be kept in check. This Fiesta ST is a gem in the subcompact class, delivering great economy, fabulous interior and plenty of smiles. The ST just delivers much bigger smiles. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Confessions of a Curber Thank goodness, the stolen vehicle was behind me. Did I feel bad? Yes. Does it make me a bad person for selling a stolen vehicle? Probably. But to outsiders, my life hasn’t changed. I’m still the same old Walt. Oh, if they only knew. I was on a roll. To my disbelief, I’d sold seven cars already. I guess you could say it was a part of me now – I “flip” cars on the side. And, I was branching out – with a truck and camper. The truck had been rebuilt. It was roadworthy again. I even had the inspection records to prove it. And the camper? That was marketing genius. When I put it up for sale, I fibbed. But only a little bit. “Truck for sale. Fixed after fender bender, looks new. Includes camper. It’s been in an accident, so I’m selling both for a low price. Great for family adventures. Call if interested.” Shortly after, I got a call. The man had a distinct, charming accent. He asked me what a “fender bender” was. I explained that it was a small accident. He seemed pleased and asked to meet me the next day. I assumed he was relatively new to the country, so I thought this would be an easy sale. Boy was I wrong! He’d gone to “new immigrant” welcome classes, where they shared information about life in Canada. I think this was where he developed an interest in camping Canadian style. He knew all the right questions to ask. But, I

gave him all the wrong answers. And, I didn’t tell him the camper was way too heavy for the truck to be safe. He also asked for a vehicle history report. I pulled the CarProof report out. I mean, I had nothing to hide. He asked me what “rebuilt*” meant. I told him that, because of the small accident, the transmission needed to be rebuilt. Oh, but I’d altered the sections detailing the amount of damage. Judging from his English skills, I’m sure he didn’t understand the difference. At least he was trying. He got an “A” for effort. I hope he figures out that the truck and camper would be unsafe on the road when he gets it fully loaded with passengers, fuel and gear. Good thing I have my “no returns” policy! Yes, I know what you’re all thinking. This is the lowest of the low. But you have to understand. I was slightly manic about this whole thing. At this point, I would do anything to make a sale and get myself another wallet full of cash.

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25,498

18,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #D15694

Stk #D15406

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Stk #V15886.

35,888

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Only 45,794kms for a 2010??? That’s too low to pass up at this amazing price!

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18,498

9,498

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2008 FORD F250 XL Stk #D15809

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Stk #D15749

B.C. only! Great brakes and tires! AWD! Turbo! Fuel efficient and loaded, low kms!

12,998

26,698

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 FORD FOCUS SES Stk #F15815

2013 FORD FOCUS TITANIUM Stk #C15828

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15,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

14,498

20,688

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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14,498

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17,198

$ Not exactly as shown

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2010 NISSAN XTERRA 4

2010 MAZDA B4000

Winning awards as best off-roading SUV for ‘10, less than $20,000? Wow!

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Stk #D15512A

Stk #D15695

15,998

21,698

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2003 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS 2007 CHRYSLER 300 TOURING Stk #F15765

Stk #D15744

New timing belt! RWD, power moonroof! Power, comfort, class...All you!

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9,388

9,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2013 FORD EDGE SEL

2013 MAZDA MAZDA3

2013 FORD F150 XLT

AWD! Leather! Panoramic roof! 21,859kms and under $30k, impossible?!

B.C. only! A perpetual best seller, come in today or miss out on THE ONE!

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2006 CADILLAC SRX 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT

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Stk #D15751

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AWD!

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18,488

2008 CHEVROLET HHR LS

2010 FORD EDGE SPORT

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Stk #D15608

2008 FORD F150 XLT

2012 FORD F250 XLT

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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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2005 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT

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9,998

6,588

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2006 SATURN ION

2010 CHEVROLET MALIBU LTZ

Glass repair only! Only 117,000kms! Great commuter car!

Power moonroof! 2-Tone leather interior! A must see, loaded classic!

Stk #d14985A

4,588

Stk #T15397

16,498

LOW KMS!

LOAD

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2013 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 SPORT 2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT Stk #D15529

Serviced brakes, lots of warranty remaining! Don’t go new... Save!

14,598

16,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2004 INFINITI G35 2011 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT Stk #T15702

Stk #D15710

RWD! Bose soundsystem, heated seats, power roof! Premium speedster! Fun!

4x4! B.C. Only! New front pads + machined rotors! New serp belt!

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

20,998

$499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #D15769

Stk #D15772

Great brakes and tires! Leather! Under $10k, under 70,000kms!!! Insane!

AWD! Ecoboost turbo! Too many features to fit in this ad, come see!

9,488

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

27,398

Power moonroof! 5 Spd! A/c! Cool features for a cool ride, see why we’re #1!

6,888

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2012 VOLVO C30 T5 Stk #D15782

This turbo hatch pumps out 227hp yet is a Volvo, so that means safety!

19,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2007 MAZDA MAZDA5

2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE

2009 DODGE RAM 3500

Sliding size door, roof racks, moonroof and it seats 6! No need to compromise!

12,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Stk #V15865

This best selling van in the world can be yours today...for cheap (but reliable)!

4,498

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

German made, top safety pick! 283Hp 6-spd auto, the perfect van!

AWD, leather, roof! Glass claim only! Great brakes! What a deal!!!

TOP SAFETY

With over 550 vehicles, we get you approved and offer selection.

28,688

4x4! Factory tow package! The perfect work truck, reconditioned for you!

Exceptional style, ideal seat height, and too good of a deal to pass up!

25,498

18,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #D15694

Stk #D15406

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #V15886.

35,888

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Only 45,794kms for a 2010??? That’s too low to pass up at this amazing price!

B.C. Only! Rwd! Auto! This classic has 22” rims! Turn heads and burn rubber!

18,498

9,498

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2008 FORD F250 XL Stk #D15809

4x4! Offroad package! Long box! Not even broken in yet! Time for more!

Stk #D15749

B.C. only! Great brakes and tires! AWD! Turbo! Fuel efficient and loaded, low kms!

12,998

26,698

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 FORD FOCUS SES Stk #F15815

2013 FORD FOCUS TITANIUM Stk #C15828

No accidents! Great tires! New pads/rotors! Leather! Roof! Sync! Heated seats!

15,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

14,498

20,688

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #Z15824A.

Stk #C15857

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

15,298

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

www.galaxymotors.net

12,698

14,498

B.C. only! Bluetooth! Brakes like new! This is the ideal hatch and deal!

17,198

$ Not exactly as shown

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 NISSAN XTERRA 4

2010 MAZDA B4000

Winning awards as best off-roading SUV for ‘10, less than $20,000? Wow!

Cab Plus! 4x4! Auto! A/c! Not a fan of the Ford Ranger? Go Japanese!

Stk #D15512A

Stk #D15695

15,998

21,698

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Preventative mainentance extends lifespan As the economy begins to rebound, a good percentage of motorists have resolved to keep their vehicles on the road longer in an effort to stretch their automobile dollars. That’s a sound resolution, and one that is not necessarily difficult to accomplish. Contrary to popular belief, cars are built to last, and it’s often a driver’s poor habits that reduce a car’s life expectancy. Drivers can lengthen a vehicle’s lifespan by employing preventive maintenance that should keep a car running strong for years to come. Air filter When examining the vehicle’s air filter (check the vehicle manual for location), look for dirt or dust buildup. If the filter is filthy, simply replace it. Auto parts stores sell air filters, and most drivers shouldn’t have trouble replacing a filter by themselves. A dirty air filter can negatively effect fuel economy and make it seem as though a vehicle is constantly going uphill in a stiff wind. When a dirty air filter is replaced, drivers will notice an instant impact in

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Time to get the brakes done? Brake pads tell the story pad on the front wheel, which is visible on most cars. But rotors don’t have the benefits of a warning device, and in the past, they had to be physically examined and measured in order to determine the amount of wear. Fortunately, a new advanced brake rotor from Continental Corporation has been developed to solve this problem.

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(MS) — With the return of warm weather comes the return of time spent outdoors. After a winter spent huddled up inside avoiding the cold, the arrival of spring is often welcomed with open arms. The welcome mat for spring often includes a weekend getaway with the family to soak up some spring rays. For those about to embark on a springtime road trip, consider the following money saving tips to ensure your trip is as inexpensive as it is enjoyable. • Bring something for the kids to do in the car. While parents might enjoy hitting the open road and pushing the pedal to the metal, kids often get bored the longer a trip is, and that can lead to frequent and costly pitstops to help quell that boredom. Parents can prepare for that inevitable boredom and avoid such stopovers by bringing some entertainment along for the kids. Portable DVD players are relatively inexpensive and can keep kids occupied on long trips. For those renting a vehicle for their trip, inquire at the rental agency as to the availability of vehicles with built-in DVD players. Parents can also employ more traditional road trip fare by playing some favourite games from yesteryear. These games include the License Plate Game, I Spy or 20 Questions to make a trip more fun for adults and children alike. • Visit family or friends en route to your destination. Those heading out on an extended weekend getaway can save money on hotels or meals by calling family

and friends and either staying overnight or simply visiting for a meal. Grandma and Grandpa would no doubt appreciate a visit and might even offer to let you stay the night and save the expense of a costly hotel. • Don't get lost. While no one plans on getting lost, it does happen, even in the current day and age when GPS systems and cellphones enable drivers to easily access the Internet and get directions. And getting lost can prove costly if you end up driving around looking for the right way to go. If you don't have a GPS system, print out directions and be sure to bring them along for the trip. Also, when printing out directions ahead of time, look for alternate routes that might save time and, as a result, money. Visit different web sites to see if one offers substantially shorter routes than another. The disparity between recommended driving routes might be greater than you think. • Pre-pack lunches and snacks. Instead of stopping along the way for lunch, pre-pack lunches. This can help save money and also allows parents to plan healthier meals, as many roadside restaurants are fast food joints that kids might love but parents certainly don't. When packing lunches, let the kids pack a few items for themselves. This will make them enjoy the meals more and help them forget about the meals they're not getting from their favorite fast food restaurants.

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Change cabin air filter before allergens strike (MS) – The worst is over, we’re thinking. With winter officially behind us, we need only look to warmer days ahead. Not so for those who suffer from seasonal allergies. A short winter season followed by an early spring — as we have experienced lately — may only hasten the onset of allergens and pollen in the air, causing an itchy and runny nose, teary eyes, sneezing and congestion in those who are prone to allergies. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, an organization of allergists, immunologists and related professionals, “Avoiding your allergy triggers is the best way to reduce symptoms.” (aaaai.org.) Limiting outdoor activities on days with high pollen counts, keeping windows closed (at home or in the car) to keep pollen out, and taking a shower after coming indoors, are some of the steps the academy recommends. However, “keeping your car’s windows closed while driving may not be

sufficient if your car’s cabin air filter is clogged,” said Chuck Kerrigan, Director of Marketing for Purolator. The company supplies BreatheEasy cabin air filters to the aftermarket in North America. (www.BreatheEasyCabinFilters.com) Located under the hood or behind the glove box of most late model vehicles, a fresh cabin air filter helps clean the air that enters the driver and passenger compartment through the vents, keeping it free of dust and other pollutants that can aggravate asthma and allergy symptoms. “When the cabin air filter remains unchanged for long periods of time, the dust and dirt that accumulate are blown back into the interior of the car when the A/C or heating is turned on,” Kerrigan explained. AAAAI lists three pollen seasons depending on where you live. Trees pollinate in the spring, grass releases its pollen in the summer, and weeds cause allergic symptoms in the fall. And, if in a given year, winter is short and spring comes early, allergens will

strike more often than not. Therefore, Purolator recommends changing the cabin air filter every 12,000 miles or per the vehicle manufacturer’s suggested intervals in the owner’s manual. Two kinds of cabin filters are available — the particulate cabin filter and the activated charcoal cabin filter. The activated charcoal cabin filter adsorbs most toxic and foul-smelling gases, such as ozone, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide and hydrocarbons, keeping odors out of the car’s cabin. Purolator offers both for many vehicles. Refer to the owner’s manual or the application guide at BreatheEasyCabinFilters.com to see if your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter. Purolator’s BreatheEasy cabin air filters contain media that is engineered to capture and hold even the finest particles of contaminants such as dust, soot, pollen, fungus and bacteria. These filters are electrostatically charged to ensure that particles stay embedded in the filter and cannot enter the vehicle. Purolator BreatheEasy

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Soccer tryouts for B.C. Games Tryouts for the Zone 6 (Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast) B.C. Summer Games soccer team will be held on the South Island, beginning this week. Evaluations take place regionally in Victoria and Nanaimo. The final evaluations sessions is in Ladysmith. Head coaches this year are Ken Garraway (male) and Janelle Smith (female). Tryouts are open to players born in 2002 and 2003. Female evaluations are at the Finlayson turf on April 15 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The males hit the field at Layritz on April 11 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and April 16, 6 to 7:30 p.m. There is a $10 registration fee. Please call 250382-7489 for more information. editor@oakbaynews.com

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For those not in the loop, the Greater Victoria Bike to Work Week is one of the city’s most popular events. It attracts more than 7,000 commuter cyclists each year and over its two-decade long history, has convinced more than 12, 000 people to switch from petrol to pedals. “Biking to work is not only great for physical fitness, but improves mental health as well,” says Frank Hudson, executive director of the Greater Victoria Bike to Work Society. “It improves quality of life and reduces the long-term health-care costs for everyone.” The Greater Victoria Bike to Work Week celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, and freewheeling cyclists might encounter some pleasant surprises on their morning commute. Twenty “celebration stations” will be strategically placed in every corner of the city, where cycling experts will be checking bikes, offering tune-ups and giving away prizes. “We’re giving away about $40,000 worth of prizes,” says Hudson, who biked from Langford to James Bay every morning for over a decade before his retirement. “The same as

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Thousands are expected to take in Bike to Work Week activities. we did last year.” Victoria is a national cycling Mecca, boasting the largest number of commuting cyclists in Canada by far. Nearly six per cent of all commuters choose bikes over cars in the city, with Ottawa running a distant second at 2.2 per cent. The statistic is a badge of honour that Victoria’s cyclists wear with pride. “It’s a great honour and a great cause,” says Hudson. On May 31 the event closes with the “Celebration Mega-Station” in Centennial Square. The midday party will feature bikes, free food and live music from Victoria’s The Midnights, a popular12-piece R&B group. The 20th annual Greater Victoria Bike to Work Week launched with a celebration on April 9, and officially runs from May 26 to June 1. editor@oakbaynews.com

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Part Time Paginator Black Press Community Newspapers requires a Part Time Paginator in our Victoria ofďŹ ce. This is an entry-level opportunity and while this is not a design position, some ad building will be required. The successful candidate will have a good knowledge of InDesign, as well as a basic knowledge of PhotoShop and Adobe Acrobat. Other skills required include a good working knowledge of either Mac or PC platform and a willingness to learn the other, the ability to be focused and to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and to think independently and be a good problem solver. Additionally, the ability to learn several industry speciďŹ c software packages is a must. 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. Deadline to apply is April 16, 2014 www.blackpress.ca

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HomeFinder Find a place to call home

Q: HOW CAN I HELP MAKE SURE I GET TOP PRICE FOR MY HOME? Make sure you have room to negotiate – When determining your asking price, be sure you have left yourself enough room to bargain. Select your highest and lowest price and then consult your motivation for sale: do you want to price high to earn the most, or price low for a quick sale? Enlist the opinion of others – Don’t rely solely on your own judgement when preparing your home for sale. Ask others what they honestly think about your property’s strengths and weaknesses. A good realtor will give an honest opinion about steps to be taken to make your home as saleable as possible. Don’t move out before you’ve sold – It’s well known that a vacant home is more difficult to sell and may appear to potential buyers like you have a strong motivation to sell. Do you have a homebuying or selling story you’d like to share with us? Email ddescoteau@ vicnews.com To advertise in Homefinder, contact Oliver Sommer at: osommer@black press.ca

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GREATER VICTORIA MARKET UPDATE » AS OF APRIL 9/COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

185/615 » 493/1,346 » 4,124/4,585 »

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SELLING TIP | Keep the motivation for selling your home private to ensure it doesn’t affect negotiations

Video can work as a home marketing tool One local Realtor is seeing it work effectively for clients Don Descoteau News staff

The popularity of home and garden TV shows has been an inspiration for Stephen Foster. Married to an interior designer and keenly interested in home improvement projects, the Greater Victoria Realtor was looking for a edge as he built his fledgling real estate career. With film and television experience under his belt, Foster’s answer has been to meld his various skills together and create a service that gives people a better sense of what a home and its surrounding neighbourhood are all about – before the potential buyer steps foot inside. “Every single house I (have a listing for) gets a video,” he says. Where some agents limit video marketing coverage to their big-ticket, exclusive properties, he takes every property on its own merits and looks for the highlights. “I feel there is value in everybody’s assets,” he says, adding those appealing characteristics can be found all around a home. Using video as a tool to sell homes is not new, but Foster has taken the strategy to a new level, posting the videos on his personal website and creating a YouTube channel that now has more than 500 subscribers. With many potential buyers, even those just curious about what’s on the market or for sale in their neighbourhood, looking online first for details about homes, Foster says, video is the next step to linking busy potential buyers to properties. “I just thought, why not give

Realtor Stephen Foster has a background in film and television and relies on video these days to help enhance his real estate services. Video tours of homes for sale are becoming more common in the Greater Victoria market. Photo contributed

people a different impression of a home,” Foster says, adding the fact he is comfortable in front of a camera helps him make the presentations fun and entertaining. “A sale is still about reaching out to people, and that was a way of connecting on a wider scale.” The explosion of YouTube and its links to social media websites like Facebook, Twitter and others has allowed Foster’s service to blossom in the last couple of years. Anyone without a background in film and TV would no doubt find the process of creating individual videos for each listing a time-consuming, labour-intensive activity. But Foster says the process has been worthwhile and provides him with some quality leads. While he watches his advertising budget closely, he says it’s still important to use a multi-pronged approach, using print and other mediums to reach a broad audience.

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“Initially I had to focus where I could get as many people as possible,” he says. “With my background, taking people through a home by video was of paramount importance. The impact has been great, and it’s growing as people see how I do my work.” He’s had buyers contact him from Calgary, Edmonton and Saskatchewan who have seen his videos. Realtor Fergus Kyne, a former schoolteacher who’s been selling real estate in Greater Victoria since 1998, also uses video, but in a slightly different, more subjective way. He offers listing reviews in short video segments – often featuring guests who provide ancillary services to the real estate industry – in which he gives his opinion on various aspects of properties currently listed for sale. “I was looking for a different way to attract buyers, and the idea came up to help buyers review listings,

in terms of the value and the possibility of getting a property sold,” he says. The idea, he says, was to be able to say, “XYZ property at 1234 Elm St. is priced very well and I don’t think it will last long,” where another home might be perceived as being somewhat overpriced for the market. While he finds his forté is still working with people face to face, the video service has offered another way of getting his image out there as someone with expertise in the housing market. With analysis and what-if style TV programs like Trading Spaces, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and Property Virgins continuing to prove popular, the use of video by Greater Victoria Realtors is likely only going to increase. Given the time involved in producing, some agents will still have to be convinced that it’s worth their while.

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Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250-744-3301

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Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Maggie Thompson, 250-889-5955

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Saturday, Sunday & Monday 1-4 Macdonald Realty Helene Roy, 250 883-2715

1936 Richardson St, $585,000

Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Velma Sproul, 250-213-2858

303-1204 Fairfield, $450,000

Sunday 1-3 Coldwell Banker Slegg Realty Bruce Scott, 250-888-0080

606 Speed Ave, $245,000

Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Scott Munro, 250 477-5353

2529 Shelbourne St, $459,900

Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Shelly Reed, 250-213-7444

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204-1012 Collinson, $239,900

Saturday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Rick Humphries, 250-889-2310

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Saturday 2-4 403-2527 Quadra, $259,900 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Eileen Jespersen, 250-686-4820 Saturday 2:30-4 One Percent Realty 35-1309 Craigflower, Guy Effler, 250-812-4910 $129,000 Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun 2650 Belmont, $559,900 Doreen Halstenson, 250-744-3301 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

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611 Lampson St, $549,000

Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Julie Rust, 250-385-2033

Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheri Crause, 250-592-4422

101-119 Ladysmith, $429,000

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Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheryl Bejcar, 250-592-4422

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Sunday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd Lynnell Davidge, 250-896-1852

510-165 Kimta Rd, $379,999

Saturday 1-2:30 Fair Realty Ltd. Sean Thomas, 250 896-5478

1102-835 View St, $289,500

Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Peter Crichton, 250-889-4000

203-3252 Glasgow, $194,900

Saturday 1-3 Fair Realty Kevin Ramsay, 250-217-5091

2490 Cadboro Heights Lane, $1,288,000 Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Ed G Sing, 250-744-3301

4210 Quadra, $569,900 Sunday 12-2 Smartmove Realty Inc Linda Clark, 250 380-6683

4516 Eva Ave, $649,900

Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheryl Bejcar, 250-592-4422

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Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty June Wing, 250-479-3333

Midtown Park, $299,888

Wednesday thru Sunday 12-4 RE/MAX Alliance 5153 Santa Clara, $769,000 Ron Neal, 250-386-8181 Saturday 2-4 313-3277 Glasgow Ave, Re/Max Camosun $214,999 Lynne Sager, 250 744-3301 Sunday 11-1 982 Mckenzie Ave, Pemberton Holmes Ltd. $299,900 Arran McLellan, 250-884-3980 Saturday & Sunday 1-4 4237 Denrob Pl, $579,999 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Saturday 11-1 James Liu, 250 477-5353 Pemberton Holmes 310-3460 Quadra, $199,900 Arran McLellan, 250-884-3980 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Jim Reslein 250 384-8124 4010 Willowbrook Pl,

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970 Tolmie Ave, $409,900

Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Jeannie Lau, 250-477-5353

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Sunday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jenn Raappana, 250-590-3921

631 Cowper St, $499,900

Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Paul Whitney, 250-889-2883

308-4536 Viewmont, $299,980

Sunday 2-4 Macdonald Realty Jane Logan, 250-920-6868

764 Daffodil Ave, $574,900

Saturday & Sunday 2-4 One Percent Realty Jim Parsons, 250-220-8600

564 Normandy, $449,900

Saturday 12-1:30 One Percent Realty Guy Effler, 250-812-4910

560 Margaret, $535,000

Saturday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

4124 Santa Anita, $525,000

Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

2-3957 South Valley, $589,900

Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Frank Chan, 250-477-7291

SAANICH PENINSULA

408-1240 Verdier Ave, $319,000

Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Robin Lewis, 250-656-0131

2248 Cooperidge Dr, $549,500

Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Fowles, 250-477-7291

3150-2600 Ferguson, $245,000

Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

2321 Island View Rd, $412,000

Thursday to Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

202-2779 Stautw Rd, $129,000

Saturday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Eileen Jespersen, 250-686-4820

WEST SHORE

A-3153 Metchosin Rd, $319,000

Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Deborah Coburn, 250-812-5333

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Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Patricia Gatey 250-592-4422

Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Sunday 2-4 Mike McCulloch, 250-592-4422 Re/Max Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448 8880 Park Pacific Terr, Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

10500 McDonald Park, $585,000

Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Nicole Burgess, 250 384-8124

Thursday thru Monday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250 744-3301

419 Pelican, $769,900

Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun 211-1325 Bear Mountain Pkwy Brad Gregory, 250-744-3301 Sunday 2-4 978 Tayberry Terr, DFH Real Estate Ltd. $389,900 Jandy Gruhn, 250-514-9419 Sunday 1-3 1136 Timber View, Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty $774,900 Goran Tambic, 250-592-4422 Saturday 2-4 128-710 Massie Dr, Re/Max Camosun $339,800 Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448 Saturday 2-4 887 Wild Ridge Way, Re/Max Camosun $399,900 Dale Sheppard, 250-478-9600 Saturday 2:30-4 3379 Vision Way, SmartMove Real Estate Gary Brown, 250-380-6683 $324,900 2252 Players Dr, $799,000 Thursday 4-6, Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Re/Max Camosun Mike Hartshorne, 250-590-3921 Ed Sing, 250-744-3301

2427 Amelia Ave, $529,900 2075 Hedgestone, Sunday 2-4 $799,000

$1,199,000

2655 Sooke Rd

758 Egret Cl, $679,900 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ron Bahrey, 250-477-7291

2557 Sewlyn Rd, $349,900 Saturday 12:30-2 SmartMove Real Estate Gary Brown, 250-380-6683

SOOKE

2522 Townsend, $424,900 Saturday 2-4 Fair Realty Kevin Ramsay, 250-217-5091

UP ISLAND

822 Wingsong, $509,000

Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Doreen Halstenson, 250-744-3301

2960 Phillips, $384,900

Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Judy Campbell, 250 744-3301

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Carefree living at its finest. Beautiful, freshly decorated, 1 level spacious 2 bed 2 bath townhouse in Broadmead’s desirable Foxborough Hills. It’s 1,572 sq ft with many quality features & lovely views over Rithet’s Bog Park. Amazing separate clubhouse with pool, exercise room, tennis court & guest suite. No outdoor maintenance. $539,000

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The Tuscany

Another Luxury single family home crafted by iconic builder Roger Garside. A top Designer created this enclave of private, lavishly finished homes with vaulted ceilings for a spacious, bright and airy effect. Enjoy French doors to your patio for private gas barbecue entertaining. Constructed in 2005 to provide resort style design and elegance in Sidney by the Sea. Call now! $599,900

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Custom 3006sqft home on a useable 1 acre featuring a spacious family room, elegant winding oak staircase, amazing lofty ceilings in the LR with FP and HW flooring. The gourmet kitchen and dining area; offer a built-in oven, cook-top, and island for culinary joy. Downstairs the 1 BR ‘Sweet’ surely must be the largest ever built! The level entry space offers a very palatable option for today’s families. $675,000 O 29 pen S Br un iga da do y 2 on -4 Plc .

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RARE opportunity to build an Oceanfront Estate in Victoria BC. This 1.24 acre lot in Margaret’s Bay offers 195.5 feet of waterfront, with unobstructed 180 degree views across Brigadoon, there my Heart Forever Lies. Haro to thebeach San Juan The neighbourhood One of Strait the loveliest frontsIslands. on the Gorge waterway! This is 4-level home oceanfront home with features oak hardwood floors, an open concept serene and private, public sandy beach access; perfect Great room, and 2 bed extra accommodation. A glassed-in Conservatory for sheltered boat and located next to a 5 acre covers a relaxing hotanchorage, tub. Walk across 1/3 Acre of English country gardens, down to to UVIC the water’s edge; launch your canoepalette from your park. close and all amenities. A blank to 130 ft of waterfront. This private Paradise is a mere 15 mins. to Victoria create your dream! $1,598,000 city centre. $750,000

Good Morning Starshine

Capture the feelings of childhood summers again, and move to this quarter acre sunny home in Deep Cove, across from the quaint Marina. The lovely home is nestled in very private gardens with views of the ocean and Mt.Tuam. Gorgeous new kitchen, windows, hardwood floors, and baths! A home for all... Water you waiting for? $629,000

OLD S Location, Luxury, & Lifestyle!

2007 Craftsman modern home with a LOCATION that pivots on City Excitement & Ocean breezes, offering 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms! Granite, a Natural gas kitchen, Travertine tile, Cherry Cabinetry, hardwood with a Designer touch, PLUS the Exterior dreams of a Garden Oasis with a gorgeous Gazebo and workshop, crowned by spacious decks & hot tub. $735,000

Birds of a Feather

Sophisticated Buyers, will flock to this Mid-Century 3/4 bedroom home, combining all the very best of the era, with modern upgrades like granite countertops, NEST thermostat, cherry hardwood and LEATHER flooring! Beautiful 1/3 acre sunny backyard; a gardener’s paradise located right in coveted Oak Bay! $720,000

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Newly updated contemporary Oceanfront masterpiece + dock. Architecturally designed taking advantage of the spectacular private location. Floor to sky windows create a true indoor-outdoor flow. At 3200 sqft it will suit most circumstances & incl In Law. Once inside the most discerning buyer will be wowed by the Artistry! $1,499,800

State of the Art

Custom-built Whistler-inspired, 1 Acre Haven. Highly evolved design is evident by controlled skylights, pre-set temperature Schluter shower system and AH!, a deep Japanese soaker tub. The Master Suite awes with its Vaulted ceiling, and rain-sensor Skylight. The “piece de resistance” handsome fir doors open 180° to a gorgeous covered deck for dining al fresco, w/ Sunset Malahat Views! $660,000

OLD S Sanctuary in the City

Designed by John DiCastri and set atop peaceful Mt. Tolmie offering expansive views of the ocean and mountains. This home offers vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, and gorgeous hardwood flooring. A designer Urbana kitchen, with gracious living, and dining overlooking a sylvan water feature through walls of glass. Meditate, and relax in .42 acre gardens on multilevel decks, or in the quaint cabin retreat $989,000

Quality Built Zen Home

This well designed 3 bedroom home enjoys a garden view open kitchen, cozy adjoining family room, and rare formal dining room, complete with gorgeous rock fireplace. Custom design is evident in the avantegard open stairways and straight clean lines of its exterior. Beautifully landscaped Japanese zen-like terraced backyard takes full advantage of the one acre property. Call Now! $750,000

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This .67 Acre Oceanfront enjoys blazing sunsets year round! This contemporary waterfront residence occupies an exceptional Attractive slate, and new stairways create pleasing access to location with stunning views of the downtown Victoria skyline. your own beach, rare boathouse, & mooring buoy! Much love Previously a vacation rental, extra space is found on the lower Money, Money, Money! Maximum Views with Precision Design has been given to this 4 bedroom, 3 bath haven. A large deck plus a studio! Designedocean with&light as oneviews. of thePrecision governing FANTASTIC opportunity. Located in desirable Oak Bay border area. level, Luxury home w/ breathtaking mountain built Livecovered in one, and rentoff theers other! The main level retains the charm, principles, featuring aancathedral entrance,flow smartly kitchen, and patio magical views, warmth, and1912 light. indoor-outdoor from adesigned retractable “wall”formal on while the upper level is recently updated. 7 ft height bonus inlaw sitting/reception rm & family rm. both w. gas fp, and a gracious dining Enjoy sunsets from the patio rooftop of your boathouse the patio, and a vast roof-top deck excites! Offering a wealth of accommodation in the lower area. Main floor presently used rm. Sumptuous master bed w. generous walk-in closet/dressing rm. & $1,800,000 (w/ 200 amps,current water,revenue rails &approximately winch) to the$4643 envy per of all! for the savvy investor. ensuite. Lower level offers self-contained suite & wine celler. commercially, month (buyer opportunity $959,000 to verify). Be quick on this one! (Floor Plans Avail) $899,000 $1,299,000

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Elegant and stately .72 acre Oceanfront home features Control 4 lighting which integrates lighting with music, shades, locks, climate control, and video. Enduring construction is seen in the built-in cabinetry, and dark Birch HW placed in a bright ambiance of voluminous rooms. The custom kitchen is a worthy match for Jamie Oliver! The convenient location blends all the best in life seamlessly! $1,099,999

Escape to the Country

A magnificent Schubart designed residence surrounded by 10 acres of natural beauty. Dream kitchen: custom cabinetry, elegant design, superior appliances. 2 excellent BRs & den. The lower floor has a delightful self-contained legal suite. A separate character farm house. Unspoiled beaches, golf courses, amazing outdoors & ocean activities. Just 30-minutes drive to downtown Victoria. $1,549,000

The Balvenie

Executive NEW residence on 2.5 acres. Exceptional Quality & featuring luxury finishing throughout; including gourmet kitchen, stunning Great room with a double sided indoor-outdoor fireplace, and separate living areas. Huge windows, triple garage, professional landscaping, and just 20 min to the capital city, with proximity to ferries, & the International Airport offers the ultimate in Living! $1,350,000

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Splendour in the Grass

Dutch farm house meets West Coast design on this superb scenic 5 ac farm, overlooking Elk lake. Private and picturesque this 4 bed 4 bath with 3 wings that provide separation for the growing family. Low farm taxes. 3 excellent multi functional farm buildings. Excellent for horses and animals. Large veg garden, fruit trees, & fish pond. A splendid country property. $1,690,000

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Have Your Oceanfront & Swim There Too! Builder’s Oceanfront Dream A Sea of Honey Rare south facing Oceanfront offers full sun and Sensational sunsets! RARE opportunity to build an Oceanfront Estate in Victoria BC. This An esteemed, private, south facing 1.24 acre ocean front enclave. The REFINED, PERFECTED, READY TO MOVE IN. THE LUXURY LIVING INanTHE Amazing folding wall system opens for an indoor-outdoor feel,AND easy access 1.24 acre lot in Margaret’s Bay offers 195.5 feet of SOVEREIGN waterfront, with stunningIS fjord view of the Saanich Inlet captures awe-inspiring to the beach, and your own mooring buoy. The kitchen sizzles with a coveted 180° views across Haro Strait to the San Juan Islands. Choice location peaceful vista. The 4500 sq ft home is rich in potential, and ready for HEART OF OLD TOWN VICTORIA. PRICED FROM $485,000 TO $4,400,000. CALL 250-383-2999 OR VISIT Induction cooktop, double-oven, and sit-up counter for guests. Unwind in provides a panorama of mountain and island views. The neighbourhood the next vision. The superb location provides an exceptional ocean

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