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Members of the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue (RCM-SAR) Station 33, Oak Bay enter the new rescue station. See more photos on page A10. Laura Lavin/News staff

Volunteers move into new home on the sea Laura Lavin News staff

A fairly unassuming galvanized metal building, the Oak Bay Sea Rescue Society’s new rescue station has modernized the non-profit within days of being installed. “It’s pretty amazing,” said OBSR society president Terry Calveley. “Oh my gosh, we have to hold off the crew from putting their stuff in until the finishing touches are done.” Built by Oak Bay Marine Group at its site in Ladysmith, the new rescue station was docked in early August and pilings

were driven in to hold the station in place includes fresh water hoses to clean the boat which will increase its lifespan. last week. “The previous boat house served its The new building includes a hoist to purpose, it was gifted to another station lift the boat completely out of the water … Gibson’s Landing – even for repairs and maintenance, a mezzanine level for crew “It’s a far cry though it was old for us, it is for them,” said Calveley. training and rescue triage and from what we had new The ready room and a dry, or “ready” room where mezzanine are heated crew equipment and safety gear before,” spaces, so crew members can be safely stowed. - Terry Calveley are no longer required to “(The hoist) keeps it out of take gear home to dry out. the water so (it retards) bottom They can also train in the new, larger growth. We’re able to do maintenance work here without putting it on the hard,” rescue station. “It’s a far cry from what we had before,” said deputy station leader and coxswain said Calveley. “People used to have to Kim Benson. The new station also

carry their gear home and hang it in their garage or basement to dry. This is a far better set up – everything will last longer.” The Oak Bay Sea Rescue Society is an integral part of the volunteer Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue and services the ocean waters to Cordova Bay, Island View Beach and the surrounding islands. The group is continuing to raise funds to pay for the rescue station. If you are interested in donating or want to learn more about the project go to obsr.ca, or contact Calveley at 250-896-2625. editor@oakbaynews.com

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New minister aims to connect with community

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Oak Bay United Church recently appointed a new permanent minister, and the congregation could not be happier. Rev. Michelle Slater worked at Dunbar Heights United Church In Vancouver for 10 years before coming to Oak Bay with her husband and son last year. She had been working as an interim minister until last week, when she became the official

minister of the church. Although a much smaller community than she was used to in Vancouver, Slater said the transition to Oak Bay has been easy. “It’s a beautiful place to live,” she said. “You get used to the slower pace.” The greatest challenge Slater has had moving to a new city and a new church has been getting to know everyone. “Ministry is really about knowing people’s stories so you can accompany them

in their life,” said Slater. “It takes time to build relationships and get to know people.” This has involved many coffee dates, gettogethers and Bible studies, she said. “There’s so many people to get to know at once.” However, Slater has already made a significant impact on members of the church. “We all fell in love with Michelle the minute she walked in the door,” said Jamie Hillier, a member of

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the church. “She really makes every person feel special; everybody seems to really connect with her.” Not only is she a joy to talk to one-onone, Hillier said, Slater is also an engaging preacher. “She has great stage presence,” he said. “She often preaches from her own perspective and she’s not afraid to put herself on the line and tell is as it is.” Bronwynn Nestegaard-Paul is a new member of the church, and part of what drew her to Oak Bay United was Slater. “In Michelle I found a real kindred spirit,” said Nestegaard-Paul, whose parents are both pastors. “She’s a younger version of my mother. The same energy, the same exuberance, the same caring spirit,”

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Rev. Michelle Slater is the new permanent minister at Oak Bay United Church. She served at the church on an interim basis for the past year. said Nestegaard-Paul. Since coming to Oak Bay United Church, Slater has put together various events to engage the community. Last year, the church had a booth at the annual Christmas Light

Up, which they plan to do again this year. The church also had its first Easter egg hunt for the community, which Slater said was well received. Something unique the church did this year was

Bylaw No. 4620, Oak Bay Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2014 Pursuant to the Local Government Act, a local government may adopt a community plan, which is a general statement of the objectives and policies of the local government to guide decisions on planning and land use management respecting the purposes of local government. A community plan must include statements and map designations for the area covered by the plan respecting the approximate location, amount, type and density of residential development required to meet anticipated housing needs over a period of at least five years as well as statements in respect to lands presently used or proposed to be used for other purposes. The plan must also comment on public facilities and major road, sewer and water systems, and include housing policies of the local government respecting affordable housing, rental housing and special needs housing. The plan must also include targets for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the municipality and policies and actions of the local government proposed with respect to achieving those targets.

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participate in Victoria’s Pride Parade. “The United Church is one that officially at the national level welcomes and celebrates people of all sexual orientations,” said Slater. She plans to continue such events and do more to interact with the community. “We really want to be focusing, this year especially, on being more visible in our community and serving and loving the neighbourhood of Oak Bay,” said Slater. “Something about being in a small neighbourhood means that people are quite invested in the life of the neighbourhood.” Slater often sits in Starbucks on Oak Bay Avenue with her collar on and a diversity button. She said she enjoys talking with everyone and getting to know people. “Jesus’ greatest commandment was to love our neighbours as we love ourselves. And how do we love our neighbourhood? Well we have to get out and engage with our neighbourhood and our community,” said Slater. Oak Bay United Church is having an open house on Sunday, Sept. 7. There will be an all-ages worship service from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by a barbecue and a bouncy castle from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will also be tables featuring different programs at the church as well as community groups such as the Mustard Seed. editor@oakbaynews. com

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Housing, climate change top OCP review Laura Lavin News staff

Residents will have the final say in the renewed official community plan on Sept. 10. The previous OCP review and update for Oak Bay was in 1997. The renewal of that plan included several steps including a professional, external consultant to guide the work, and extensive community input which included visioning workshops, community open houses and an extensive community survey. “The most significant aspect of it is that we are going to start considering more diverse housing types,” said Mayor Nils Jensen. “For me, that’s the biggest step forward.” He said council heard from the public that they want to consider a greater combination of commercial and residential units than is currently seen in Oak Bay. “I’m encouraged by that,” said Jensen. “We’ve seen the popularity of places like Oak Bay Walk near Foul Bay and Oak Bay Avenue. If you look back at the history of Oak Bay there are some excellent examples of that, the Bell Block for example.” Jensen said the new community plan won’t force major changes in the district. “There hasn’t Nils Jensen really been a radical change in values underpinning Oak Bay development for many decades. The idea is to create more inclusive, open housing options for seniors and families – creating more opportunities for them. “You get a sense that there is renewal going on in Oak Bay which you see in infill construction and you see in renovations.” The public consultation also showed strong support for secondary suites as a housing option. “There’s an evolution in attitude toward development – not a revolution, an evolution,” he said. The younger generation supports a diversity of housing options within the community, Jensen added. Residents also envision a greener, cleaner Oak Bay. “There is a need to create an energy efficient, green, sustainable community,” said Jensen. “We’ve seen the significant impact climate change has, and continues to have, not only in Greater Victoria, but globally. We need to create a community that can adapt to that. … We recognize the need for us to do things differently.” The community plan will provide a broad framework for a lot of these values to be put into practise. The plan looks at what types of zoning and bylaw regulations are needed to make Oak Bay more sustainable. “We’ve

We asked:

Do you think Oak Bay should have more diverse housing options? Peter Stead No I don’t think so. It would lose its character. I like the character of homes, and the general character of Oak Bay itself. The Village is very cute and very quaint. The Oak Bay Beach Hotel is an eyesore for me.

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Pauline Jackson It’d never fly. They’re so non-progressive in Oak Bay, it’s not funny. They don’t want to change a thing. It could be more diverse. Just because it’s always been that way, doesn’t mean it’s got to [stay] the same.

Rosaline Christiensen I’m happy in my apartment, [so] it suppose it could. I sold my house five years ago. [However], they should take pets. It’s hard to find a place anywhere in Victoria, not just Oak Bay, that takes pets.

Warner Fyfe In certain areas I would say yes, [but] I don’t want it overcrowded. As long as there’s space in between them so they’re not up against each other.

done that at the public level, now we find out how we expand that to the residential and business sphere. There’s more heavy lifting to do on that level,” Jensen said. Oak Bay residents also value protecting the neighbourhood feel of the area. “Each neighbourhood has distinct qualities about it that people appreciate – which gives Oak Bay its unique character – we heard that loud and clear,” he said. A survey of residents held in late 2013 had a participation rate of 33 per cent of households in a final sampling of 2,650 residents. ”What most impressed me about the process was the grassroots, ground-up nature of the process. … People came to the open houses, people came to the meetings and responded to the survey. It was broad based outreach in our community,” Jensen said.

He lauded the work of the OCP Project Advisory Committee which included councillors Pam Copley (Chair), Cairine Green and John Herbert, along with six members of the public. “They estimated some 4,000 people had some kind of input into the document through visioning workshops, surveys and meetings. That’s why it will be strong. It’s a community driven OCP, not top down, it was a community driven process – so many voices were heard,” he said. The draft version of the Oak Bay official community plan is available at the Oak Bay municipal hall, or on its website at oakbay.ca. The public hearing is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Monterey Centre on Sept. 9. The public is welcome to attend and voice their views on the subject. editor@oakbaynews.com

The B.C. government has launched a new website to prepare parents for a possible continuation of the teacher strike after Labour Day. The website, bcparentinfo.ca, promises the latest bargaining updates on B.C.’s festering teacher dispute, and will act as a portal for parents registering to collect $40 a day for each child under 12 if the strike drags on. It also offers links to online learning resources from school districts, which have proliferated in recent years. Talks have continued under a media blackout since mediator Vince Ready met the two sides. “Mr. Ready agreed to monitor the situation, and to resume exploratory talks or commence full mediation when he believes it will be productive,” the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and B.C. Public School Employers’ Association said in a brief statement. Negotiations broke off and a fullscale strike and lockout ended the school year in June. B.C. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Kelleher met both sides earlier but declined to attempt mediation, after finding too large a gap between the two sides. Education Minister Peter Fassbender and BCPSEA chief negotiator Peter Cameron have maintained that the BCTF’s benefit demands remain far beyond those of other public sector unions that have settled contracts. Also at issue is class size and special needs support, with BCPSEA’s latest offer rejected by the union and the latest of a series of court actions scheduled for this fall. Ready’s last involvement in the long-running series of teacher disputes was as an industrial inquiry commissioner in 2007. At that time he recommended that a senior provincial official be involved in talks along with an independent mediator. editor@oakbaynews.com

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Remax Camosun realtors Brad Hall, left, Susanna Crofton, and Phil Warren, right, watch as John Hircock pours a bucket of ice water on Dan Hagel’s head as the realtors took the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge last week. The group challenged Newport Realty to match their donation and get soaked for the cause. Have you taken the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge? Share your video with the Oak Bay News on Facebook at facebook.com/ OakBayNews. Laura Lavin/News staff

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Are you eligible to vote in the upcoming November elections for the District of Oak Bay? Is your name on the current list of electors? If you are not sure you can find out by visiting the Oak Bay Municipal Hall at 2167 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria BC or by calling the Municipal Hall at 250-598-3311. The office is open from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (excluding holidays). Advance elector registrations will be accepted at the Oak Bay Municipal Hall until 4:30 p.m. on September 23, 2014. With the exception of registration on voting days, elector registrations will not be accepted during the period of September 24, 2014 through November 14, 2014, inclusive. Elector Qualification Resident Electors: ➢ Age 18 or older (on or before the general voting day, Saturday, November 15, 2014); and ➢ A Canadian citizen (on the day of registration); and ➢ A resident of British Columbia for at least six (6) months immediately before the day of registration; and ➢ A resident of the District of Oak Bay for at least thirty (30) days immediately before the day of registration; and ➢ Not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law from voting. Non-Resident Property Electors: ➢ Age 18 or older (on or before the general voting day, Saturday, November 15, 2014); and ➢ A Canadian citizen (on the day of registration); and ➢ A resident of British Columbia for at least six (6) months immediately before the day of registration; and ➢ A registered owner of real property in the District of Oak Bay for at least thirty (30) days immediately before the day of registration; and ➢ Not entitled to register as a resident elector; and ➢ Not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law from voting; and ➢ The only persons who are registered owners of the real property, either as joint tenants or tenants in common, are individuals who are not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust; and ➢ An individual may only register as a non-resident property elector in relation to one parcel of real property in the District; and ➢ If there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident elector. 2. Voting Day Registration Resident Electors and Non-Resident Property Electors who have not registered in advance may register at the time of voting. General voting day is Saturday, November 15, 2014. Resident Electors may register by producing two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to provide proof of identity and residency. Non-Resident Property Electors may register by producing satisfactory proof of property ownership and, if applicable, written consent from the other registered owners of the real property, and two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to provide proof of identity. 3. List of Registered Electors Beginning September 30, 2014, until the close of general voting for the General Local Election on November 15, 2014, a copy of the list of registered electors will, upon signature, be available for public inspection, at the Oak Bay Municipal Hall, 2167 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria BC, during regular office hours, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Before inspecting the list, a person must sign a statement that they will not inspect the list or use the information included in the list except for the purposes of PART 3 – Electors and Elections of the Local Government Act. An elector may request that their address or other information about them be omitted from or obscured on the list of electors. 4. Objection to Registration of an Elector An objection to the registration of a person whose name appears on the list of registered electors may be made in accordance with the Local Government Act until 4:00 p.m. on October 10, 2014. An objection must be in writing and may only be made by a person entitled to be registered as an elector of the District of Oak Bay and can only be made on the basis that a person whose name appears on the list of electors has died or that a person whose name appears on the list of electors is not qualified to be registered as an elector of the District of Oak Bay. 5. Notice of Nomination Public Notice is given to the electors of the District of Oak Bay that nomination for the offices of: Office

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From 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 30, 2014 to 4:00 p.m., Friday, October 10, 2014, excluding statutory holidays and weekends Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2014

Nomination forms are available at the Oak Bay Municipal Hall, 2167 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays) to the close of the nomination period. Qualifications for Office A person is qualified to be nominated for office, and to be elected to and hold office, as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: ➢ A Canadian citizen; ➢ 18 years of age or older (on or before general voting day Saturday, November 15, 2014); ➢ A resident of British Columbia for at least six (6) months immediately before the day the nomination papers are filed; and ➢ Not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law. 6. Availability of Mail Ballot Voting Mail ballot voting is available for the 2014 Local General Election. In accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Act, the only electors who may vote by mail ballot are: 1. persons who have a physical disability, illness, or injury that affects his or her ability to vote at another voting opportunity; or 2. persons who expect to be absent from the District of Oak Bay on general voting day (Saturday, November 15, 2014) and at the times of all advance voting opportunities (November 5 and 12, 2014) A person wishing to vote by mail ballot must apply in writing to the Chief Election Officer between 8:30 a.m. on October 22, 2014, and 4:00 p.m. on November 13, 2014, by providing a signed request with his or her name, residential address, address of the property in relation to which the elector is voting if a non-resident property elector, method of delivery for the mail ballot package, and address for delivery if different from residential address. Between 8:30 a.m. on November 5, 2014 and 4:00 p.m. on November 13, 2014, the Chief Election Officer will provide mail ballot packages (visit the website or contact the Chief Election Officer for details). In order to be counted for the election, the elector must mail or deliver the ballot to the Chief Election Officer at the address specified in the mail ballot package so that it is received no later than the close of voting on general voting day (8:00 p.m., Saturday, November 15, 2014). Further information on the election in general, or on nomination papers and the requirements and procedures for making a nomination, may be obtained by contacting the Chief Election Officer, Gary C. Nason, at gnason@oakbay.ca or at 250-896-8716. Gary C. Nason, Chief Election Officer

The Earl and Countess of Wessex will visit Victoria this month. Prince Edward and wife, Sophie, tour B.C. from Sept. 12 to 16. The pair begin their visit with a public arrival at Government House on Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. Prince Edward will review a Royal Canadian Navy honour guard and will attend a welcome reception hosted by Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon. On Sept. 13, the prince will attend events with the navy and then present young people with their Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award during a ceremony at Government House.

Addictions talk at Royal Jubilee University of Victoria’s Centre for Addictions Research of B.C. presents Addiction’s Mysteries: Plato, Rat Park and Harm Reduction on Sept. 12 at the Patient Care Centre Room at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, 1952 Bay St. Presented by Bruce Alexander, Simon Fraser University professor emeritus and addictions researcher, the talk will cover Plato’s theory of addiction in declining democratic societies and the history of alcoholism and drug addiction in B.C. The talk begins at 10:30 a.m. and runs for an hour.

Voices wanted for choir The Victoria Mendelssohn Choir needs a few more experienced singers, particularly tenors and basses. The choir focuses on the classical and romantic periods of symphonicstyle choral music, and strives to achieve a high standard of discipline and technical excellence. To arrange for an audition, call Clara at 250-380-0496 or by email cchay@live. ca. Closing date for auditions is Sept. 30. The choir is directed by Simon Leung.

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Concert spotlights light and dark of life Well-known folk singer anticipates fun with Canadian audience

is thinking of hitting the road and casting her fate to the wind,” she said. Then there’s Midnight Oil, a song she loves. “It’s a letter to my grandchildren expressing my concerns but also a ray of hope,” she said. “Midnight Oil is the example of the late night ‘yikes’ fear. Touchstone is the song about people in your life that make everything so good. Those are the two extremes.” The album includes commentary about a kid contemplating his parents gun collection and the poem Where No Monument Stands by William Stafford, set to music by John Gorka, about a field where a battle did not happen so it retains its purity because humans didn’t destroy it. Musically rich and lyrically thought-provoking, The Nocturne Diaries is a journey through the dark night of the soul that ends at the light of dawn with a sense of gratitude, a renewed commitment to care, and a stubborn little ray of hope. “We do a lot of singing along,” she said of her hopes for the Oak Bay audience. “I tell a lot of stories, so it’s interactive. It’s a trip, it’s a journey we go on together with a wide range of feelings and thoughts on things.” Gilkyson performs Saturday, Sept. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at Oak Bay United Church, 1355 Mitchell St. Take a sneak peek online at elizagilkyson.com. Tickets are $35.50 available at rmts.bc.ca. cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com

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who were writing really, really, I think folk music for the 21st century,” she said. “Because I come from a long line of folk Exploring the light and dark of life hits the spotlight as politically singers myself, I respect that tradition. I love the idea of making minded, poetically gifted, singerfolk music current and still songwriter Eliza Gilkyson returns sociopolitical because there is a to Vancouver Island for a concert long standing tradition of that.” in Oak Bay. Gilkyson will perform songs Since she started visiting a from her first album in three decade ago with her first Island years The Nocturne Diaries. gig, the Comox Folk Festival, she “All the dark and light is in quickly developed a fan base, there,” she said. “For me, these returning to the Comox Valley were all songs I wrote at night. with forays into Victoria for its That’s a shadow perspective. now defunct Folk Festival. The things you “I became look at at night are utterly enamoured “I tell a lot things you don’t with that island,” of stories, so it’s look at during she said. “I love the day.” That’s the climate, the interactive. It’s a balanced with “a communities and trip..” real honouring of the music scene - Eliza Gilkyson things that are still is really cool. So great and precious I’m just following and still shine really bright at through with my ongoing night. There’s bad as well … (it’s commitment with that part of the a) bittersweet contrast.” world.” Produced and recorded in her Set to start off on yet another hometown of Austin with her tour, she spoke to the News son, Cisco Ryder, The Nocturne by phone from Texas where Diaries is a restless contemplative everyone’s happy at the “best work inspired by the converging year ever” where temperatures Scott Newton photo forces of her highest hopes sat in the mid-90-degrees Eliza Gilkyson performs Saturday, Sept. 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the and darkest fears. The songs (farenheit of course). Oak Bay United Church hall, 1355 Mitchell St. “It’s a great summer. We haven’t range from roots rockers to a haunting version of the folk cracked 100F,” she said. classic Fast Freight written by her “(Fast Freight) is a great folk changed the gender so it’s the When Gilkyson makes her father, Terry Gilkyson. standard with a new take on it. I woman who wants to leave and Island return in this month, it’s the political and meteorological climate that appeals. “I think in general, Canadian audiences have always been really fun for me because I do n She has appeared on NPR, Austin City Limits, Mountain Stage, Etown, Sirius/XM, Air some socio-political music,” she America Radio and has toured with Richard Thompson, Patty Griffin and Mary Chapin said. “I was really down here Carpenter. She has been inducted into the Austin Music Hall of Fame alongside legends right after 9/11. Anti war music Willie Nelson, Townes Van Zandt, and Nanci Griffith, received a Grammy nomination for her was not appreciated. In Canada, 2006 CD Paradise Hotel, and is an ongoing winner of the Austin Chronicle’s various music on regular price I remember thinking, ‘these awards, as well as the Folk Alliance Best Artist, Best Songwriter and Record of the Year. people are really supportive. … They like to laugh and have fun. These people really can go the mile with me.’ I feel very Wood & Roller Blinds much understood and Parkland two inch wood blind supported.” and designer roller shades. The long-standing CALL TODAY: tradition of Canadian To arrange your complimentary in-home consultation folk music – she’s a fan of the likes of Joni September 1 – October 18 Mitchell and Bruce Cockburn who are now also friends – that * strengthen her ties to the northern audience. “Then you have people like Stan Rogers

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Honouring oak Bay’s exceptional youtH

Tickling the ivories, and so much more Tang balances academics, arts and athletics Christine van Reeuwyk News staff

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Pianist Ruby Tang, who enters Grade 11 at Oak Bay High this fall as an Oak Bay YES award winner for her impressive output of time and energy to make the community a better place.

Ruby Tang has a passion for stories. Personal and inspirational tales from the people she comes across in her varied volunteer roles; historical tales found through her research projects at the Royal BC Museum; and those told through music. The 15-year-old excels on the ivory keys, and after more than a decade of playing, completed her Grade 10 Royal Conservatory of Music exam in August. “I want to go on with ARCT (Associate of The Royal Conservatory) diploma this year. Music is a big part of my life,” Tang said. “It helps me relax and it has taught me how to really focus concentration.” At school, she accompanies multiple dance troupes through the year, along with two choirs. Her piano playing is just one reason the Oak Bay teen earned an Oak Bay Young Exceptional Star Award. At the Victoria Conservatory, she helps with every task from taking tickets to post-event cleanup. She’ll occasionally play piano as a member of the leadership group at Oak Bay High that participates in the Memory Café at Oak Bay Lodge, where they interact with the residents. “I value Her volunteer work stretches helping other well beyond music though. Tang also has a list of one-time events people.” she’s worked on such as the Human – Ruby Tang Rights film fest and Bowker Creek design charette. An active member of the Oak Bay High student council, Tang volunteered at many events this year including the Philippines typhoon fundraiser and helping student services with the international students from China. This month, she’ll serve as project leader for canvassing for a silent auction for the school’s Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock campaign. “It’s something I enjoy doing. I value helping other people,” she said. “It’s also fun because you get to meet new people and you gain new experiences. It can be inspiring.” On the athletic side, she enjoys badminton, cross country and basketball at school, plus a little whacking the birdie at Cordova Bay with family and friends as well. “It’s really competitive,” she said with a grin. In reverence to her familial roots, she’s an avid volunteer at the Victoria Public Chinese School including helping to organize public performances and New Year celebrations. A passion for history led her to ongoing research with the Human History department of the RBCM, where this summer she delved into a project on gambling dens in Victoria’s Chinatown. Right now she’s transcribing, with her mother’s help, two 4.5 hour CDs. She loves to learn languages including Mandarin and Cantonese, alongside French at school and hopes to add another, yet-to-be-determined tongue. “I enjoy what I do, that’s why I do so much. I’ve learned to really balance my life,” she said. “One of the reasons I can do so much is I have so much support from my family.” cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com

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Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, president of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs and Steven Deroy of The Firelight Group take part in the Indigenous Mapping Workshop held at the University of Victoria this week.

First Nations map past for future with Google Natalie North Black Press

While the impact of the Mount Polley mine spill on the greater marine ecosystem and salmon fisheries is still being deciphered, a mapping initiative with Indigenous communities is creating a base of knowledge to protect against such disasters in the future. More than 100 Indigenous organizations from across Canada met this week at the University of Victoria, including Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, president of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, for the Indigenous Mapping Workshop. Stewart said the Northern B.C. mine spill and current battle over the development of sacred burial grounds on Grace Islet off Salt Spring Island are examples of the “undeniable urgency” of mapping lands, waters, resources and knowledge, while communities are losing elders at an alarming rate. “Our history is written on the land itself,” Grand Chief Phillip said. “I don’t think that there’s any question that Indigenous mapping is becoming more and more critical to the ongoing debate, discussion and dialogue with respect to resource man-

agement issues and title court cases.” The government of Canada’s “current obsession with advancing natural resource projects,” in addition to pipeline proposals and the province’s interest in LNG exploration, has only added to the urgency, he said. “It’s of utmost importance that we develop the capacity, through the use of modern technology to ensure that our information is properly depicted on maps to protect our title and rights interests,” Phillip said.

“Indigenous mapping is becoming more and more critical.” - Grand Chief Stewart Phillip That modern technology, came to the workshop via Google Earth Outreach, which offers in-depth training sessions for anyone interested in leveraging such programs as Google Maps. “Google Earth is a great piece of software because it’s so empowering,” said Brian Thom, professor in UVic’s department of Anthropology and workshop co-organizer. “It’s a free tool, it’s very easy to use and it has

wonderful imagery of the surface of the Earth that we can see in three dimensions. We can fly through the landscape. We can sit down with an elder in an office and we’re flying through the places that they know, where they’ve gone their whole lives and they can evoke the stories and know that fishing rock or this part of the history.” The workshop allowed Aboriginal communities to share experiences of mapping their territories, record their place names and hunting, trapping and fishing locations. The process has even evolved into an important conversation about cultural revitalization and assertion of title rights, Thom said. While the technology infused the event with a sense of excitement and possibility, Don Bain, executive director of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, began Monday’s workshops by underlining a sentiment just outside Google Earth’s gaze. “Mapping, or what we do in courts, or negotiation tables or the board room … does not replace going out with your elder to fish, does not replace listening to the stories of family and friends,” Bain said. editor@oakbaynews.com

SPCA fundraiser helps our furry friends Some animals never know kindness. The good news is, you can fight animal cruelty by registering and fundraising for the 2014 Scotiabank and BC SPCA Paws for a Cause walk. The walk is held every September to raise funds for abused, injured, neglected and homeless animals throughout B.C. This year, participants in 31 communities throughout the province will walk to raise funds to help animals in need.

The Scotiabank & BC SPCA Paws for a Cause walk to fight animal cruelty in Victoria will be held at Clover Point on Sunday (Sept. 7) from 10 a.m. with the walk starting at 11:30 a.m. Proceeds from the walk will benefit animals at the Victoria SPCA and Wild ARC (Animal Rehabilitation Centre). Participants can enjoy a variety of entertainment and activities, including a Paws Parlour for your pooch to relax in after the walk, bouncy castle and face-

painting for kids, fun games for dogs and their humans, a barbecue and top fundraiser prizes. “We are overwhelmed by the amazing participation each year – it’s so great to see thousands of people come together across the province to help B.C.’s most vulnerable animals.” said Krista Constantineau, manager of fundraising events at the BC SPCA. To register or donate, and to get all the latest news and information, please go online to spca. bc.ca/walk.

A free information session with the BCSC Overview: This event is designed to highlight some of the more common investment fraud warning signs. There will also be a focus on affinity fraud, an analysis of actual investment scams, and a review of methods to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

Hosts: Jeremy Stephen & Matt Hillyard, RBC Wealth Management (In partnership w/ The BC Securities Commission)

Guest Speakers: Andy Poon, MBA Senior Program Manager, Community Relations, Communications and Education The BC Securities Commission

Event Details: Wednesday, August 20 th, 3-4:30 PM Oak Bay Beach Hotel Library 1175 Beach Drive, Victoria, BC (Refreshments to be provided)

RSVP: naiomi.vega@rbc.com or 250-356-3977 RBC Dominion Securities Inc.* and Royal Bank of Canada are separate corporate entities which are affiliated. *Member-Canadian Investor Protection Fund. RBC Dominion Securities Inc. is a member company of RBC Wealth Management, a business segment of Royal Bank of Canada. ®Registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. © 2014 Royal Bank of Canada. All rights reserved.

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Residents have the final word The official community plan public hearing is just around the corner. If you haven’t given much thought to the community around you, now is a good time to start. Oak Bay is a remarkable municipality, with a mix of housing, recreational opportunities, OCP public hearing parks, beaches, at Monterey Centre educational institutions, on September 9 businesses and more. It’s a vibrant place with an active, involved community. With the renewal of the community plan comes the opportunity for residents to take a peek into the potential future of Oak Bay. Whether your interest lies in maintaining the status quo or taking a completely different direction, the community plan is the pathway to achieving an inclusive, ecofriendly, desirable place to live. The public hearing is the final stage for the public to bring any concerns or questions about the plan to council. If you have a disagreement with something included in the plan, or feel something has not been given enough emphasis, the public hearing is the time to make your voice heard. Even if you only want to tell council that you think the proposed plan looks just the way you imagined it should – council wants to hear it. Your elected representatives want to know Oak Bay residents feel their voices were heard during the many public participation opportunities provided over the course of the last year. You don’t have to attend the public hearing on Sept. 9 to have your say. Oak Bay residents are welcome to write to mayor and council c/o Oak Bay Municipal Hall, 2167 Oak Bay Ave. V8R 1G2, or email the mayor at oakbaymayor@oakbay.ca. Remember, it’s your community, your opinion counts. 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.

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Bleak summer for coastal ferry remake a layover of a couple of hours, the There was an uproar in the Nimpkish took over with space for B.C. legislature this spring when 16 standard vehicles on its deck Transportation Minister Todd and a midnight arrival Stone went ahead with time in Bella Coola. $19 million in cuts to lowThe direct route had usage coastal ferry routes. been mainly used by The plan had been European tourists, who laid out in detail before sailed from the Lower last year’s election. Mainland to Victoria, It targeted sailings drove the length of the where ridership was in Island, ferried to Bella the low teens or even Coola and drove through single digits. On some the rugged Chilcotin to sailings the Transport Williams Lake and back Canada-mandated Tom Fletcher down south to complete crew outnumbered the B.C. Views the circle tour. passengers. The new route Despite the cries incorporated stops in remote of doom, most of the sailing outposts Ocean Falls and reductions have been managed – Shearwater, making it even longer. with one glaring exception. The Warnings came early. Discovery Coast Circle Tour route “That’s where 90 per cent of the saw its ferry from Port Hardy to [BC Ferries] money is being lost, on Bella Coola replaced, using the the milk runs, and that’s the part smallest vessel in the BC Ferries they are keeping,” Petrus Rykes, a fleet, the open-decked Nimpkish. tourism operator at Anahim Lake This move wasn’t a direct for 40 years, said in March. “The response to low usage, a chronic part they’ve cancelled was at 70 per issue with some of the minor route cent capacity, the second highest of sailings along the coast. It was to all the fleet routes.” avoid ordering a replacement for Reports of a bad slump have the Queen of Chilliwack, which come to pass. The changes meant sailed directly between Port Hardy bookings couldn’t be made until and Bella Coola. April, too late for most international This summer the first leg was travelers. consolidated with the Northern A survey by Bella Coola Valley Expedition, the vessel that replaced Tourism in mid-summer found most the doomed Queen of the North operators losing business, from on the Inside Passage run up to 10 to 90 per cent. A bus tour of Prince Rupert. At Bella Bella, after

Canadian seniors heading west from Williams Lake was terminated after 14 years. One tourism operator on Highway 20 is considering closing down. Stone and his family took the new route themselves in early August, with the minister offering sunny reports on his blog. Stone summed up his experience this way: “At the end of the day, my assessment is that the Nimpkish is a good tourism product if tourists are made fully aware as to the type of service it provides. If correct expectations are set, I believe the Nimpkish can be marketed as a valuable tourism component of the Discovery Coast Circle Tour. “The decision to do this rests squarely on the shoulders of the tourism industry and tourism operators who need to decide whether or not they want this service to work, to grow and to be viable in order to capture a share of the thousands of international tourists looking for exactly the kind of adventure the Nimpkish provides.” Got that, Discovery Coast tourism folks? If this milk run doesn’t work next year, it will be your fault. Heck, the Nimpkish has free snacks and drinks for your 10-hour voyage, much of it in the dark. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com

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Community plan a catalyst for public input The final draft of the 2014 Oak Bay Official Community Plan (OCP) will be coming to council for consideration at a public hearing on Sept. 9. The purpose of the public hearing is for council to listen to everyone’s view of the draft Official Community Plan. We look forward to hearing your comments. During the last municipal election, residents called for more involvement in local government decision making. The OCP renewal process has been a catalyst for broad community input to inform and create an inclusive, forwarding-looking community vision that will shape Oak Bay for years to come. While many of Oak Bay’s core qualities have remained consistent since the 1997 OCP, Oak Bay has seen many changes during this time.

climate change including targets for reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The renewal of the OCP is one of the most important initiatives in council’s mandate. Council is committed to good community planning that incorporates community goals, values and a vision for the future. The public hearing will be held at the Monterey Centre, 1442 Monterey Ave. on Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. To review the 2014 OCP, please go online to oakbay.ca/municipalhall/mayor-council/news/officialcommunity-plan. Residents may also review a copy at the municipal hall, or purchase a personal copy of the OCP by calling 250598-3311. Nils Jensen is serving his first term as Oak Bay mayor.

The 2014 OCP highlights the priorities The Local Government Act requires of residents such as neighbourhoods, that the OCP be reviewed and updated streetscapes, heritage, and our natural periodically, and that time is now in Oak environment, and helps guide Bay. decisions to support a modest The 2014 OCP builds on increase in density in some areas the foundation of the 1997 of our community. OCP and will serve as a key Maintaining our population planning tool setting out growth targets at 0.5 per cent (as municipal policies to help proposed in the Regional Growth guide and adapt to evolving Strategy) respects considerations community needs and for modest density increases, increasingly more complex and also helps inform the new land-use matters over the long provincial requirements under term. the Local Government Act. OCPs The intent of the 2014 OCP throughout the province must is to help Oak Bay council Nils Jensen now include a housing policy that manage growth in a realistic addresses affordable housing, way, while protecting the special needs and rental accommodation, community’s unique character and core as well as planning considerations for values.

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p ea ch rt di Saner heads should prevail this we ek ¢ 99 I live in Oak Bay and am starting my final year at the university. I am from Alberta and love Victoria and the other communities. Oak Bay is special and not only is it convenient for me to go to school but I love the waterfront. One thing is really bothering me and that is the proposed deer cull. Since last fall it has been quite the topic of conversation on campus and reminded many students of the university wanting to cull the rabbits. At least in that case saner heads finally prevailed. We cannot figure out the logic behind such a bad council decision. I can appreciate car accidents can be a problem but have any of these decision makers ever lived somewhere that wildlife exists?

Where’s the humanity? I wish to add to the ongoing debate, “to kill or not to kill” the deer in Oak Bay. That is the question. But should it be a question? Or a debate? Can a cull ever be humane? In place of a cull, I suggest we try to coexist with the deer – with the use of effective contraception, road signs that help prevent deervehicle collisions, fencing, and deer-resistant plants. Finally, we should encourage governments to demand sustainable forestry practices in order for deer to remain in the forest. We human animals are supposed to be humane. Let us live up to our reputation. Dr. Hinda Avery Oak Bay

Cars do hit deer elsewhere. I have stayed here all summer this year and scoff at the premise that Oak Bay is overrun with deer. Somehow council can only see inside the confines of Oak Bay, perhaps not realizing deer deaths do occur elsewhere. It is sad but it is also nature’s way. I think it is time the mayor and councillors took a realistic look and start figuring out how we can live with deer rather than waste our efforts planning to kill them. I am not a taxpayer in Oak Bay but I am a voter. I hope that this fall’s election brings out some more understanding persons. They will get my vote. Jennifer Pelltier Oak Bay

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Rescue station fit for action The Oak Bay Sea Rescue Society includes approximately 45 volunteers whose primary role is saving lives on the water and promoting boating safety. The group is continuing to raise funds toward the approximately $175,000 cost of the new Rescue Station. Laura Lavin photos

(Above) Members of the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue (RCM-SAR) Station 33, Oak Bay inspect the curtain as it falls on the new boat house. (Below) Members watch as the boat is hoisted out of the water in the new rescue station. Members of the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue (RCMSAR) Station 33, Oak Bay in front of the new rescue station.

New members of the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue (RCM-SAR) Station 33, Oak Bay Melanie Williams, left, and Amy Laycock stow their gear in the ready room in the new rescue station.

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Events SEPTEMBER EVENTS: Tasting and Show: SENSEational BC

When: Sept. 4 and 11 from 6:45 to 9:30 p.m. Where: Oak Bay Beach Hotel Info: Experience the best in Canadian food, wine and music with SENSEational BC: ‘Eh’ Musical Journey. Music from many famous Canadian artists will be featured, along with performances from the Ballet Victoria. Tickets are $69 per person. Reservations can be made by phoning 250-598-4556.

Oak Bay High Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock car wash

When: Sept. 6 Where: TBA Info: A fundraiser for Oak Bay High’s Tour de Rock fundraising campaign.

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Second Annual Zoot 10K

When: Sept. 7 at 8 a.m. Where: Oak Bay Village Info: The route starts in Oak Bay Village then winds past the Estevan Village then goes to the Uplands and turns around at Cattle Point. Terrain includes minor hills and a long 500-metre incline.

wares including wood turned bowls, hand made greeting cards, glass art, paper casting, fabric arts, jewelery, toys, fresh made soaps and cosmetics and preserves.

Oak Bay High Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock bottle drive

When: Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. Where: Monterey Centre Have your say in the future of Oak Bay.

When: Sept. 20 Where: Take your refundable bottles to any Bottle Depot and tell them it’s for the Oak Bay High Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock bottle drive. Info: A fundraiser for Oak Bay High’s Tour de Rock fundraising campaign.

Victoria Women’s Newcomers Club September Luncheon

Emergency Prepardness Information Session

Official Community Plan Public Hearing

When: Sept 10, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Where: Uplands Golf Club, 3300 Cadboro Bay Rd. Info: Are you new to Victoria? Why not come and have lunch with us and see what we are all about! Our Club will help you settle into your new life in Victoria and to make new friends. We have many activity groups - bridge, walking, mah-jong, book club, restaurant and pub, even a Dragon Boat team- too many activity groups to mention. Check out our website and learn more about us. vicdaynewcomers.ca

Oak Bay Night Market

When: Sept. 10 from 4 to 8 p.m. Where: Oak Bay Village Info: Oak Bay Village is tranformed into a European style street market. A wide range of fresh and local produce and food is available. Artists and artisans showcase a variety of

Oak Bay High Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock community picnic When: Sept. 28 Where: Willows Beach Info: A fundraiser for Oak Bay High’s Tour de Rock fundraising campaign.

OCTOBER EVENTS: 35th annual GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon

Trick or Treat on the Avenue

When: Oct. 12

Emergency Prepardness Information Session

When: September 23 at 7pm Where: Windsor Park Pavilion Info: Oak Bay Emergency Preparedness hosts 90 minute session will provide you with information on how you can be prepared for any emergency. Learn how to develop your personal preparedness plan, put together an evacuation grab and go kit, and a kit to be self-sufficient for a minimum of 7 days after a major emergency

Live music series: Red Moon Road

(a folk trio from Winnipeg) When: Sept. 27 at 6 p.m. for dinner; concert at 7:30 p.m. Where: The upstairs lounge at Oak Bay Recreation Centre Info: Tickets are $12, available at Ivy’s Bookshop and Oak Bay Rec Centre or online at beaconridgeproductions.com. Tickets are $15 at the door.

Live music series: Groove Kitchen

(Victoria-based sextet that performs a mix of funk, Latin and soul) When: Oct. 24; 6 p.m. dinner and 7:30 p.m. concert Where: The upstairs lounge at Oak Bay Recreation Centre Info: Tickets are $12, available at Ivy’s Bookshop and Oak Bay Rec Centre or online at beaconridgeproductions.com. Tickets are $15 at the door.

When: October 16 at 10am Where: Monterey Recreation Centre Info: Oak Bay Emergency Preparedness hosts 90 minute session will provide you with information on how you can be prepared for any emergency. Learn how to develop your personal preparedness plan, put together an evacuation grab and go kit, and a kit to be self-sufficient for a minimum of 7 days after a major emergency

Live music series: Pint and Dale

When: Oct. 17; 6 p.m. dinner and 7:30 p.m. concert Where: The upstairs lounge at Oak Bay Recreation Centre Info: Tickets are $12, available at Ivy’s Bookshop and Oak Bay Rec Centre or online at beaconridgeproductions.com. Tickets are $15 at the door.

When: Oct. 31 at 2 to 5 p.m. Where: Oak Bay Village Info: Oak Bay Avenue stores offer treats from Foul Bay Road to Monterey Avenue. A complete list of participating merchants is posted a week before Halloween on the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association website.

Oak Bay Firefighters’ Halloween Bonfire

When: After Trick or Treat on the Avenue Where: Fireman’s Park, adjacent to the Oak Bay Police Department and Firehall. Info: There will be hot dogs, hot chocolate, a Halloween costume contest and a chance to spray a fire hose. The event is hosted by the Municipality of Oak bay.

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Emergency Preparedness Information Sessions These 90-minute sessions will provide you with information on how you can be prepared for any emergency. Learn how to develop your personal preparedness plan, put together an evacuation grab and go kit, and a kit to be self-sufficient for a minimum of 7 days after a major emergency.

Day-time Monterey Recreation Centre, 1442 Monterey Avenue sessions: Thurs., October 16, 2014 - 10:00 am sharp Call 250.370.7300 to reserve your seat

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Residents favour amalgamation The majority of Greater Victoria residents are in favour of amalgamation according to a new poll sponsored by the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce Amalgamation Yes, the Victoria Real Estate Board, and the Victoria Hotel Association. A total of 84 per cent polled say they are “strongly in favour”of amalgamation. The poll, conducted by Angus Reid, surveyed residents on issues relating to governance structures. The results show not only strong support for amalgamation but also having a non-binding referendum on amalgamation at 89 per cent support.

What do you think? Email editor@oakbaynews.com

Vision Matters Dr. Neil Paterson

Lysander Properties hopes to get the Athlone Court clock repainted by UVic art students.

Healthy Eyes. Doctor Delivered.

Your School-age Child’s Eyes A good education for your child includes good schools, good teachers and good vision. Your child’s eyes are constantly in use in the classroom and at play. When his or her vision is not functioning properly, learning and participation in recreational activities will suffer. The following are the basic vision skills used at school: Near vision: The ability to see clearly and comfortably at 10-13 inches. Distance vision: the ability to see clearly and comfortably at arm’s reach and beyond. Binocular coordination: The ability to use both eyes together. Eye movement skills: The ability to aim the eyes accurately, move them smoothly across a page and shift them quickly and accurately from one object to another. Focusing skills: The ability to keep both eyes accurately focused at the proper distance to see clearly and to change focus quickly. Peripheral awareness: The ability to be aware of things located to the side while looking straight ahead. Eye/hand coordination: The ability to use the eyes and hands together. Disruption to any one of the above skills will cause your child’s eyes to work harder. This can lead to headaches, fatigue and other eyestrain related problems. Symptoms include: losing their place while reading; avoiding close work; holding reading material closer than normal; tending to rub their eyes often; complaining of headaches; turning or tilting head and appearing to use one eye only; making frequent transpositions of letters or words when reading or writing; omitting small words when reading; consistently performing below the level of their peer group. Since vision changes can occur without anyone noticing, children should visit the Optometrist at least every two years. More frequent visits may be necessary if specific problems or risk factors exist. The doctor can prescribe treatment if needed. Remember, a school screening is not a substitute for a thorough eye examination.

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Time not quite up for Athlone clock Andrea Peacock News Staff

The Athlone Court clock is getting a makeover. Or at least the characters on the clock are. Lysander Properties, owner of Athlone Court, fixed the clock last year so it now keeps time, although it’s not always exactly accurate. The clock sits two storeys high in the centre of Athlone Court on Oak Bay Avenue, it was constructed in approximately 1986 on top of the former Pickwicks Restaurant, which is now the Penny Farthing Liquor Store. The clock may be running, however, it will never again

be able to turn as it once did. “Whoever owned the building previously cut all the wires and all the air tubes,” said Peter Davis, one of the building managers at Lysander Properties. “It’s pretty stuck now.” David Hamilton, president of Lysander Properties, is hoping to find UVic art students to paint the figurines. The figurines were originally made to be Charles Dickens characters, said Davis. “To bring it back to life would be cool,” he said, adding it’s a bit of an eyesore right now. editor@oakbaynews.com

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PAINTING A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. ✫ DON’S PAINTING ✫ (250)479-8748. 30 years exp. Free Est. Quality Interiors/Ext. 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.

PATCHES, ADDITIONS, restucco, renos, chimney, waterproofing. Bob, 250-516-5178. STUCCO REPAIRMAN- Stucco & Painting Specialist. 50 years experience. Free estimates. Dan, 250-391-9851.

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

WINDOW CLEANING ABBA EXTERIORS Gutter & window cleaning. Power washing. Roof de-mossing. Pkg discounts. WCB. (778)433-9275. BOB’S WINDOW Cleaning. Roof demoss, Gutters. Licensed and affordable. 250-884-7066. DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190. GRAND XTERIOR CleaningWe clean your neighbours house. Gutters, window, roofs, de-moss. 250-380-7778.

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SPORTS NEWS

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

IN BRIEF

Oak Bay lawn bowlers still on a roll

The Oak Bay Lawn Bowling club has had a particularly vibrant and successful season. Here are the most resent results: Simmons Ladies Triples, held at the Victoria Lawn Bowling Club. Section A: First place, Betty Walker, Louise Mason, Karen Evans of the Oak Bay Lawn Bowling club. Section B: Second place, Joan Firkins, Donna Blackstock, Mary Forsterof the Oak Bay Lawn Bowling club. Section C: First place, Linda Carswell-Bland, Marg Machan, Gayle Wallach of the Oak Bay Lawn Bowling club. Greenskeeper’s Tournament mixed triples, held at Juan de Fuca Lawn Bowling club. Runners up, Harnam Grewal, Joan Firkins, Donna Blackstock of the Oak Bay Lawn Bowling club. Pairs Tournament for Novices with Experienced Bowlers, held at the Oak Bay Lawn Bowling club. First place, Linda Cowie, Delcie McLennan. Second place, Gail Baxter, Marcia Thorneycroft. Third place, Mort Nelson, Karen Evans. Fourth place Marion Woiblet, Mel Forster.

Speedskating club open to the region

The Esquimalt Speedskating Club is reminding Greater Victoria families about an ice sport other than hockey available in the community. Speedskating season starts on Sept. 9 and runs Tuesday and Thursday nights through to March at Archie Browning Arena in Esquimalt. It’s the only club in the area and serves the West Shore, Oak Bay and Saanich. Trials for newcomers are free. The club caters to ages five-and-above, and all abilities. For more information visit esquimaltspeedskating.org or contact president Ian Phillips at 250-474-1491.

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Concert aids school in Sierra Leone Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars, an African baskeda band best known for their titular documentary, recently added a Victoria date to their tour in order to play a benefit concert. The concert is in support of the Victoria-Taiama School Project, a local charity formed in 2003 in order to aid the community of Taiama, Sierra Leone. In 2012, the organization opened the Judy Smith Health and Education Centre, which provides health and child care for Tamaia and surrounding communities, as well as education designed to curb the spread of malaria, AIDS, tuberculosis and Ebola. While the community has not yet been affected by the recent Ebola outbreak in West Africa, the organization hopes to avoid a local outbreak through preventative measures. Local progressive band the Blackwood Kings will be opening for Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars. The concert takes place tonight (Sept. 3) at Club 9ONE9. Tickets are $20 and available online or at Lyle’s Place Records, the Reef, the Strathcona Hotel Front Desk or at the door for $25.

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