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Driver loses car after boulder mishap

A 37-year-old Langford man crashed his Chevrolet Malibu across the road from 2859 Florence Lake Rd. just after midnight on Sunday. The vehicle struck several large boulders and became stuck. RCMP were able to free the demolished vehicle. A malfunction with the roadside screening device prevented officers from obtaining accurate blood alcohol readings, but they served the driver with a 24-hour suspension. The driver suffered no injuries.

Burglary interrupted by nearby neighbour Don Descoteau/News Gazette staff

Newly elected View Royal Coun. Aaron Weisgerber, centre, is surrounded by his family at the inaugural council meeting Tuesday. From left are his stepmom Ione Sanders, father Raymond Weisgerber, mother Michelle Weisgerber and fiancée Shauna Wenzel.

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Newly re-elected Langford Mayor Stew Young greets a resident with a smile following the official inauguration ceremony and council meeting at Langford City Hall on Dec. 1.

An alert neighbour likely halted an attempted burglary-in-progress at an orthodontist’s office in the 2700 block of Peatt Rd. at approximately 5:30 a.m. Sunday. The neighbour called police after hearing suspicious noises from the unit below. RCMP found a window ajar and immediately searched the building, but found no one. Pry marks were found near the window lock and on the front door. The owner confirmed nothing was missing.

Motor removed from boat for sale

An auxiliary Mercury 9.9 HP boat engine was stolen from the 2800 block of Sooke Rd. sometime between Saturday night and Sunday morning. The motor, valued at an estimated $4,500, was attached to a boat listed for sale and parked on the street. The lock and cable securing the motor were cut.

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Colwood Mayor Carol Hamilton presents Mary Ann Thomas and husband, Chief Andy Thomas of Esquimalt First Nation special blankets as part of a welcome to the inaugural meeting of the new city council. The Thomases offered a traditional blessing as part of the ceremony.

Newly elected Mayor David Screech presents retired longtime mayor Graham Hill with a photo collage and other mementos from his 12 years in office, at the inaugural View Royal council meeting Tuesday.

The rear window of a Jeep Liberty parked on the 3000 block of Glen Lake Rd. was smashed on Sunday. The incident occurred sometime between 4:30 and 8:45 p.m. Anyone who may have witnessed this theft or who has any information on any of the above incidents is urged to contact the West Shore RCMP at 250-474-2264, or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). acowan@goldstreamgazette.com

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Students Against Violence, an offshoot of the Royal Roads University Students Association, is hosting an interactive workshop tonight (Dec. 5) that aims to find ways of ending genderbased violence in relationships, on campus and in society. The event is being held in conjunction with the observance tomorrow of National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada. The free workshop, facilitated by Sarah Hunt, researcher and educator on issues of violence and justice, runs from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the Centre for Dialogue on the fourth floor of the LIC Building at RRU. Registration can be done online by visiting bit.ly/1vd77Rm.

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Increased awareness of the role of Canada’s military past and present, along with increased volunteer participation, saw the West Shore Poppy Fund surpass expectations for its 2014 campaign. Faced with a shorter fundraising period of 11 days, compared to 17 last year, and after witnessing a slow start to the campaign, Poppy Fund volunteers were bracing themselves for a major shortfall this year. But some well-timed publicity about the fund’s plight helped facilitate a late flood of donations, enough to allow the total to nearly match that of 2013, said committee chair Norm Scott.

Burger and beer deal benefitting minor hockey

Hungry and thirsty patrons of Bucky’s Tap House at Glen Lake might want to reserve next Thursday, Dec. 11, for their next trip to the Langford pub. From 6 to 10 p.m. that night, Bucky’s is donating partial proceeds from its burger and beer combo to Juan de Fuca Minor Hockey. The evening will also have silent auction items up for bids, including hockey tickets for various games around the region, and an overnight package with tickets for a Vancouver Canucks game. Moneys raised will go toward travel funds for rep teams and other playerrelated expenses within the organization. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

“It came out a lot better than what we anticipated based on the returns to date,” he said. “The biggest difference was the level of support from volunteers. We had a far better turnout than in past.” As of this week, the 2014 Poppy Fund campaign had brought in more than $78,000, less than $1,000 shy of last year’s total. Scott pointed out that the October tragedies in Ottawa and Montreal, where two Canadian soldiers were killed in separate incidents two days apart, likely prompted more people to donate to a cause benefitting veterans. “I always have faith in the community. It’s too bad we have to have a tragedy to remind people of what the poppy means,” he said. Poppy Fund committee treasurer Ervin Kobialko said the campaign generally receives donations right up until the end of December, so expectations are that the shortfall compared

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This year’s poppy campaign brought in over $78,000. to last year will disappear. “The community support here is tremendous,” he said, listing local cadet groups, businesses, campaign volunteers and donors on the West Shore as the people who have once again made the fundraiser successful. “They open their arms and their spirit.” Donations are still being accepted for this year’s campaign. To do so, either drop by the Prince Edward Branch #91

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of the Royal Canadian Legion at 761 Station Ave. or call the branch at 250-478-1828 to declare your intentions. Monies donated to the Poppy Fund help provide emergency assistance, financial aid and other aid to veterans, their widows/widowers and families, and go toward bursaries and poster/literary awards for children of veterans on the West Shore. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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In “Admiration group celebrates Churchill’s legacy” in the Nov. 28 paper, the correct contact for the Winston Churchill Society of Vancouver Island is Sidney Allinson at 250-478-0457 or allsid@ shaw.ca.

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More than 100 years after opening, Brown’sThe Florist isn’t resting on its laurels, the florist Photo by Courtney Hawkins. recently won Best Top Left – Annette Smith, Office Manager Flower Shopin Victoria, Best Top Right – Natasha W. Crawford – Owner Bottom Left - Kathy Blaine – Sidney Manager Flower Shop on the Peninsula Middle – Amanda Lumley – Westshore Manager and was voted a finalist for Bottom Right – Tammy Candela – Downtown Manager ‘Best New Business on the West Shore’ by the West Shore Chamber of Commerce. “I think it’s fantastic to see a locally owned business doing well in all three markets,” says owner Natasha Crawford, a strong supporter of local business. “Honestly, we’re beyond thrilled and humbled that Victoria and Sidney continue to love their Brown’s shops, and just so excited to see the West Shore community embrace us.” Q: Brown’s is more than 100 years old. What is the secret to its success? It’s a number of things. First and foremost, it’s due to the amazing people who work here. I think I can speak for all of us when I say we love our jobs, and we see that reflected back to us. Most of our team have been here a long time—six of them for over 15 years, two for more than 30, and almost everyone else for over five. Knowing our customers and creating something that helps them convey a feeling is a huge joy for us. Our managers empower the entire team to provide excellent customer service. Staff are encouraged to treat every order as if it were the only one of the day which is great on every level. We are always looking at how we can improve. Part of that was expanding to the West Shore which allows us to have flowers delivered almost anywhere from Sidney to Sooke before noon. Q: You are very committed to the community. As a small business, how do you make it a priority? For starters, we use our advertising budget! We spend over 50 per cent of our ad dollars in support of community fundraisers and events. I also support organizations with my time, like the BIA in Sidney, the Harbourside Rotary Club and Think Local First Victoria. We choose to support local businesses, such as flower growers on the Island, Eurosa Gardens and Mt. Newton Greenhouses. They employ local people —and they work hard to get the freshest flowers possible. They care where and how the flowers are grown, which is important to us. We buy over 75 per cent of our flowers in BC. This is good for the economy and the environment as Canadian regulations mean fewer pesticides. When we can’t support local we buy Fair Trade from around the world. Q: Each of your stores produce just one bag of trash every two weeks. How do you do it? Compost, compost, compost and recycle, recycle recycle! Q: With the holiday season upon us, what is the trend for Christmas decor? For decor, Classic Christmas colours, white, red and green, are always beautiful. This year gold is big and we’re also seeing the natural trend in decor, which reminds me of a rustic lodge at Christmas. Q: Why are floral arrangements a great gift for the holidays? An arrangement touches many of the senses. It makes a home look and smell like Christmas— fresh evergreen pine, cinnamon and paper white flowers. And there is so much thoughtfulness that goes in to a floral piece—the work of farmers, pickers, florists. In a modern society like ours, it’s nice to find something that was handmade and cared for. Brown’s The Florist wishes you and your family a warm and festive holiday season. Thank you for shopping local, and supporting the local economy. Call or visit Brown’s the Florist in downtown Victoria, Sidney, or the new West Shore location. Brown’s delivers seven days a week, and you can order anytime on their website brownsflorist.com.

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Big plans for Bear Mountain Continued from Page A1

Given the city’s push to add recreation options for its residents, he said, “the last thing we want to do is lose a facility.” The approximately 9,600-square-foot building, which has been managed by the Westin Bear Mountain, was purchased by the city for $2.4-million out of bankruptcy proceedings undertaken against the owner in Calgary. Among the plans is to create new water features for the outdoor pool to make it more family friendly. Planning is already underway to build eight clay tennis courts

on site and mountain biking trails, with a goal of completing them by summer 2015. “(Among other things) the goal is to have a functioning bike shop up there with access to world-class bikes and the amenities,” said Bear Mountain cycling consultant Rob Fawcett. “We are in the process of building back trails, reconnecting trails on our property so people can come out there and try them out.” He said old trails on the property are currently being mapped out. The plan is to connect the five kilometres already there to an

Stew Young additional five km of single-track trails to create a 10 km cycling loop for beginner and intermediate mountain bikers. Additional areas for advanced cyclists are in the planning stages. “For your average person, riding the trails is a spectacular experience … I am very excited,” Fawcett

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Royal Roads University alum presents school with $5M gift Major donation catches president by surprise Arnold Lim News staff

Royal Roads University has received its biggest financial gift ever. A $5-million cheque, more than double the next biggest donation to the university in the history of the school, was presented to the university Wednesday by Sherman Jen, an entrepreneur and founder of educational systems and schools in China. The major donation took RRU president and vice-chancellor Allan Cahoon somewhat by surprise. “It came out of the blue. In most fundraising you have an agenda, you establish a relationship, you do some cultivation and get ready,” he said. “It is expected at some point. This was none of that. There was no (preparation) other than it felt clearly an indication of someone who wanted to invest in the institution because he

believes in it.” Jen, who holds an honorary degree from the university, presented the cheque inside a handcarved maple box at a ceremony at the Centre for Dialogue, Learning and Innovation Centre at the university. He said the gift was all about building global understanding. “I believe in the educational model that brings people together, valuing language, culture and traditions. This model helps to develop global citizens and shared understandings that can contribute to conflict reduction this is a belief and educational model that I see in RRU,” Jen said in making the presentation. “It is based on these common values in my role as proud RRU alumnus that I am very pleased to announce my gift in the amount of $5 million to establish a centre of global understanding through education.” Jen’s 40 schools in China, which all run under the Maple Leaf umbrella, offering the Dogwood curriculum for approximately 15,000 students. He founded the first offshore school accredited by the B.C. Ministry of Eduction and the first to blend

Dr. Sherman Jen, left, founder and chairman of Maple Leaf Educational Systems, presents an actual cheque for $5 million to Allan Cahoon, president and vicechancellor of Royal Roads University, where Jen holds an honorary degree. Arnold Lim/News staff

the Chinese and B.C. high school curriculum and offer dual Chinese and B.C. government graduation diplomas at his schools. He said 13 more are coming in the next two years. Cahoon said the hope is to use the new funds as a start for a new building on campus. “We are delighted and honoured to be the recipient of this generous gift to establish a Centre for Global Understanding at Royal Roads University, and allow us to use the education process for bridging understanding for our students and the ways that they can make a contribution,” he said. alim@goldstreamgazette.com

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It’s a time for new beginnings At municipal halls around the West Shore this week and next, the newest slate of elected local politicians have and are embarking on the next phase of their political life. The new four-year term scared off some veteran councillors around the Capital Region. But for those undaunted candidates who ran anyway and were successful, this period marks a new beginning, with eyes on both the here and now and the horizon. The five mayors, three of whom have worn the chains of office for some time and two of whom sat on council for at least a few terms before winning the mayoral race, make public their lists of personal goals and council objectives for the next four years. That sharing provides the first chance for residents and local property owners to begin holding their elected officials’ feet to the fire on policy and council actions. The council chambers have so far been full for the inaugural council meetings. While many in attendance were family members of councillors, staff, or individuals with some other official or social connection to the politicians, some residents simply came to see what their new council members had to say and get a taste of how the business of their municipality gets done. Granted, not a lot of complex business is done in those first meetings, but it’s a good dry run for nearly a dozen rookie councillors who, along with the council veterans, will attend hundreds of events in their official capacities over the next four years. Council meetings are not exactly a spectator sport, but when issues of importance or impact are brought before the group, such as development proposals or decisions that require spending tax money, they tend to attract more of a crowd. Some residents might like to make a new year’s resolution to become more in tune with what’s going on at the town hall and vow to get more involved in the input process before such decisions are made by mayor and council. The democratic process is designed and intended to allow participation in local government activities by residents, whether they’re a homeowner, renter or commercial property owner. In our five West Shore municipalities, there’s plenty of opportunity to get involved, including on the various advisory committees. Why not volunteer to take on such a role? You’ll have a bird’s-eye view of the goings on at council.

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Safety tips offered to poorly visible runner To the runner at the top of Jacklin Road on Monday night: I was traveling south on Jackson Road around 7 p.m., Monday, Dec. 1. There was a line of parked cars on my right, and a vehicle with poorly adjusted headlights approaching on my left. Suddenly, as the other car passed me, I saw the flash of your face running towards me on the road between my vehicle and the line of parked cars. You were about 10 feet away and your face was the most visible part of you. I am sure that you thought you were visible. You were not. Had the timing of the other vehicle been slightly slower, I do not think I would’ve seen you at all. I understand you had to run on the road because the sidewalks were slippery. I am absolutely willing to share the roads with you. But you should understand that we were between streetlights and I did not see you until it was too late. I still feel sick about how close I came to clipping you with my mirror. You can buy retro-reflective iron-on and peel-and-stick tape for your clothing. You can buy

retro-reflective bandoliers with embedded flashing LED lights. You can buy retro-reflective armbands. Even the ubiquitous traffic control vest, supersized for construction workers, can be cut down and tailored with fabric glue so that it will not chafe. The advent of lightweight, high intensity LED flashlights with easy one-handed on-off switches means you can alert vehicles to your proximity. There are even tiny, high-intensity single LED lights that mount on your finger with an on-off lever that you can control with your thumb. For the sake of the guilt of the driver that hits you, and the sake of the grief of your relatives and friends in the running community when you are hit, please spend half the price of your next pair of shoes and buy some visibility. Or else go to the gym and use the treadmill when the temperature drops below freezing. We will all be grateful. P.S. If you are the spouse of this runner, please make this the Christmas when you give the gift of visibility. Jim Allman Langford

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Christiaan Van de Water (1914-1996) was an artist of many talents.

Christiaan Van de Water’s original artwork will soon be on display, thanks to the efforts of his children and the Metchosin Community House. The Holland-born artist (1914-1996) accumulated a vast collection of oil paintings, sculptures, handmade furniture and more over his lifetime of artistry. Many of those unique pieces will be showcased this weekend in an exhibit playfully called “The Old Man’s Art Show.” Van de Water’s talents emerged early in life when he illustrated

his primary school textbooks with crayon sketches of fish and wildlife. That passion for creating stayed with him as he grew older, but increasing responsibilities led him to train formally as a woodworker, and eventually become a union carpenter in Victoria. He brought his family to Metchosin in 1955, seeking a quieter, simpler life of farming and creative pursuits. They stayed four years, making a living from the farm, while Van de Water supplemented his income by playing with Victoria’s top dance band, The Bert Zala Orchestra. The family was doing well until disaster struck and they lost the

bulk of their sheep to a pack of dogs. In the face of defeat, Van de Water moved his family to a farm in southern Ontario to try his hand at farming there, but a string of harsh luck kept the dream of self-sustainability at bay. He finally abandoned the land for a return to Vancouver Island. Van de Water began painting in earnest after the move back to the Island and found his voice on canvas. “(As a painter), as well as striving to find your palette, you have to find out how you want to express yourself,” says his son, Chris Van de Water, 67 and a Metchosin resident since 1978. “(My father) ended up doing landscapes and some portraits,

and it slowly morphed into some of his more philosophical paintings.” The exhibit will feature between 30 and 40 original pieces by Van de Water, ranging from oil paintings to folk style hand-crafted furniture, showcasing the wide range of mediums he used. Chris says it’s a chance for his family to reconnect and ensure their father’s talent is preserved. “We’re going to get all the pieces together and get a (photo) and make an album for posterity’s sake.” The event runs Dec. 6 and 7 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Metchosin Community House, 4430 Happy Valley Rd. acowan@goldstreamgazette.com

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local harpist Philipp boasts a modest colGawthrop on Dec. lection of material 14 for a free hourfrom Royal Roads’ long holiday concert days as a military colwhich has seen a lege, often of interlarge turnout in years est to local history past. buffs. She also recomIf you’re looking for mends two recently an opportunity to get published books on social and give back, local issues that new the library is hosting patrons may want to Holiday Open Houses take for a spin: Ferry Johanna at all its branches on Tales: Mobility, Place, Henderson Saturday, Dec. 13 from and Time on Canada’s West Shore 2 to 4 p.m. West Coast, by RRU’s “These open houses own Prof. Phillip VanArts Council are a time to celebrate nini; and The Nature with our patrons. We of Borders: Salmon, Boundaries, and Bandits on the invite everybody to come in for Salish Sea, by Lissa K. Wadewitz. festive treats and we’ll have a For those more interested in craft table set up as well,” says activities, programming at West Alyssa Polinsky, director of comShore branches of the Greater munications and community Victoria Public Library not only development with the Greater includes children’s events (such Victoria Public Library. The open house features a as the upcoming, already-full Christmas Storytime), but also Food for Fines campaign, which opportunities for other mem- makes it possible to eliminate bers of the community to con- up to $5 in overdue fines in exchange for non-perishable nect and learn. For instance, the Juan de Fuca food donations. Check out gvpl.ca to learn branch beside the recreation centre in Colwood plays host more about these and other to a monthly meeting of West events happening on the West Shore writers. It’s open to writ- Shore. Johanna Henderson is an execuers of any genre or experience tive member with the West Shore level who want to discuss the Arts Council and principal with craft with fellow wordsmiths. Shelter Creative Services. Find her Or if music is more your thing, at johanna@sheltercreative.ca. the branch is again hosting

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This Sunday (Dec. 7), voices from around the world will join in song to celebrate the holiday season. Students from Pearson College will gather to perform their annual Christmas concert at the Metchosin Community Hall. Conducted by director Yoomi Kim, the choir of international students will delight its audience with carols old and new. This year’s concert will also honour David Hawley, college director for nearly nine years, and his

wife, Leisa Weld, before they move to The Hague, Netherlands. The evening will also include refreshments and a $2 dessert raffle, featuring homemade confections created by Metchosin’s best bakers. Admission is by donation, with proceeds going to the Metchosin Community Association and the Goldstream Food Bank. There will also be collection boxes for donations of non-perishable items. The concert begins at 7 p.m., Dec. 7, at 4401 William Head Rd. For more information, call 250-4786424 or email mcahouse@telus.net. acowan@goldstreamgazette.com

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Fourteen for food: indie style Local music compilation benefitting Mustard Seed Don Descoteau News Gazette staff

Playing music to benefit charity isn’t completely new for the Deep Sea Gypsies. The band, whose members all hail from the West Shore, took part in a concert once that had a food drive aspect to it. Accepting an offer to place an original song on a compilation CD in aid of the Mustard Seed Food Bank seemed like a good fit, says guitarist-vocalist Loke Webb. Deep Sea Gypsies are one of 14 local bands who contributed a song to the recently released Fourteen for Fourteen: Indie Victoria 2014. “The minute The album, the sales of I asked ‘are you which will go entirely to the food bank, also guys in,’ they said features the music ‘absolutely, for of Hush Pup, Mindil Beach, Electric Oak sure.’” and others. – Mark Brennan, “Anytime you can tie Baffled Octopi Records the arts into any kind of positive change, it helps to progress it and propel it,” Webb says. “I think this is a perfect example of that. It’s really cool and we’re happy to be a part of it.” The CD serves two purposes, he says. Not only does it provide a fundraising vehicle for a worthwhile cause, it gets the music of independent local bands into the public’s ears and eyes. The project is the brainchild of View Royalbased music blogger Mark Brennan, whose Baffled Octopi Records is releasing the CD. The various local artists he approached with the fundraiser idea gave him nothing but positive responses. “The minute I asked ‘are you guys in,’ they said ‘absolutely, for sure,’” he says. The bands have donated their original songs to the project, while Brennan has donated his time to assemble the CD and distribute it to the bands, who will likely be selling the discs at their live shows. “It’s promoting local artists and they need it, but at the end of the day we’re helping the food bank,” Brennan says. The musical compilation is also being distributed digitally via bandcamp.com, a sales and filesharing website dedicated to the promotion of

independent musicians and bands. So far, Brennan says, the hard copies are the ticket. “The CDs have been more popular than the digital downloads. People like to have this physical thing in their hand.” The cover art features a very Doctor Who-like scene of a police phone box and the iconic Daleks, a throw to one of Brennan’s favourite TV shows since he was a child. The eco-packaged CD can be purchased for $8 – or more, given bandcamp. com’s pay-what-you-want format – while the digital version can be downloaded for just $5 (or more). Both options can be ordered online at thepurveyorsoffreewill. bandcamp.com/releases. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

Deep Sea showtime n The band, all of whom grew up or lived on the West Shore, is in the process of finishing off its new home studio in Gordon Head, where they are recording their new EP, Cedar Hill Cross Road. n Hear Deep Sea Gypsies tonight (Dec. 5) at surfboard shop Anian, behind Phillip’s Brewery on Discovery Street. The outdoor party, complete with hot tubs, will cost you $10 for a ticket.

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New Year’s Resolution: Hot rides and buys for 2015 Here are what I consider to be five important cars for 2015.

This sixth generation Explorer marks the 25th anniversary of the iconic SUV, with over 350,000 sold in Canada so far.

Mazda MX-5 2015 Jeep Renegade Over the last few years Mazda has been introducing There is no question that the merger of Fiat and vehicles with its new Skyactiv technology but there is Chrysler has helped to introduce many new vehicles. one car that will signify the culmination of all the things The small car segment is a perfect example; the Fiat Mazda does well, the next generation MX-5 (Miata). 500 and its variations has been a plus The MX-5 will come in 2015 as a 2016 for Chrysler’s bottom line. Built in Europe model and all eyes are on Mazda to see on the Fiat 500L platform, this smaller what it can deliver. The bodywork is more Jeep Renegade replaces the Compass dramatic and having seen it in person, and Patriot models. Powered by either the dimensions look fanatic but the new a 160hp, 1.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder front grille might take a while to adapt too. or a larger 184hp, 2.4L 4-cylinder, Jeep The two-seat cockpit is roomier, thanks to claims that this compact crossover is a wider body and longer wheelbase but still a capable vehicle because of two the overall length is 105mm shorter and by Zack Spencer available all-wheel-drive (AWD) systems. 20mm lower. The standard models will be available with front-wheelThe 2.0L Skyactiv direct injection 4-cylinder will power drive (FWD), with either a 6-speed manual or 9-speed this lightweight car and power will go to the rear automatic transmission. wheels though a 6-speed manual transmission. Engine Styling is all-American; the signature Jeep grille is maroutput has not been announced, neither has the price, ried perfectly into the boxy design, as too are other Jeep but expect the car to be competitive with the 2015 styling cues. The interior is has a rugged, yet upscale model on price. design that features all of Jeep’s latest technology, Ford Explorer including the award winning Uconnect infotainment The sixth generation Ford Explorer will arrive in 2015 system. Pricing has not been announced but expect it as a 2016 model, now with new 2.3L EcoBoost engine shortly as it is due at dealerships very soon. available on the base and XLT trim. This replaces the older 2.0L Ecoboost and provides a 270hp, a 13 per cent bump over the last version. The 290hp 3.5L V6 is carried over but the Sport trim and new Platinum trim will be fitted with the 365hp Ecoboost V6. Ford claims that styling is the number one purchase consideration so the shape was retained but new grille and LED headlamps help refresh the look.

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and fold for amazing versatility. The same 1.8L 4-clinder engine with 138hp will power this vehicle, either with FWD or AWD, through a continuously variable transmission or 6-cpeed manual. Pricing will be introduced closer to the introduction this coming spring. Built in Mexico, the HR-V will give Honda the same leg up that the original CR-V did for the small SUV segment. Chevrolet Volt It might surprise many people that the best selling electric car in Canada is the Chevrolet Volt, not the sexy Tesla Model S. There are many reasons for this, mainly the fact that the Volt provides all-electric transportation for 65 kms but with the aid of a small 4-cylinder generator to extend the range over 300 kms. This car has all of the upside of an electric car with none of the range limiting restrictions. In 2015, Chevrolet will introduce the second generation of Chevrolet Volt, one that hopes to improve on the usability of the car in terms of comfort and electric driving range. General Motors will showcase the next generation car in January at the Detroit Auto Show and the company’s CEO has stated that the new car “will store more energy in its battery pack with fewer cells, yet go further on a charge.” General Motors claims that 80 per cent of current Volt owners commute entirely on electric power, so any improvement to range will help increase this number. The Volt isn’t a huge volume seller for General Motors but this new model will help the company to showcase what it can do technologically. General Motors has the capability to produce some the most advanced cars on the road.

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Honda HR-V Coming in 2015 is another SUV, smaller than the CR-V, helping to define the new subcompact SUV market. This little runabout is built off the excellent Honda Fit platform and will include many of the features that make that car a standout. The first is the interior of the HR-V. It will also feature Honda’s Magic Seats that flip

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DrivewayBC.ca Eye catching hues on shiny new wheels

By Alexandra Straub

When it comes to picking a shade to best represent your vehicular product, sometimes silver or a black just won’t do. There were some standout hues on vehicles displayed at the recent LA Auto Show, goodness knows which, if any of them, will make it your local showrooms. Here are a few vehicles that not only had flair, but the paintwork to match.

2015 Ford Edge If the name “Electric Spice” doesn’t grab your attention, then the actual colour itself will. You could label it as bright gold. But not a gaudy gold. Yes, it’s bright, and probably will repulse some crossover shoppers, but it doesn’t look half bad on the 2015 Ford Edge.

2015 Chevrolet Spark Lime and Electric Blue are just some

colours you will find on Chevrolet’s pint-sized cars. While they might not attract your gaze because of their size, they can certainly catch your eye because of their electrifying tones.

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA While you might not be able to option your new Mercedes-Benz GLA out with this paintwork, it’s pretty darn cool. Mr. Brainwash, an LA-based but world-renowned street artist, partnered with Mercedes-Benz to create a one-of-a-kind GLA crossover that toured eight cities. Aside from it being awesome, you can see that the paint literally got everywhere. 2015 Dodge Charger and Challenger Don’t call me baby, even if it might be blue. The head-turning colour I’m referring to is the B5 Bly that was draped over Dodge’s two new models: the Challenger and Charger. You can see it from miles away, and whether you option it out on the sedan or coupe, you’re bound to get some

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2015 Nissan Juke Love it or hate it, the Nissan Juke is here to stay. And rightfully so. If you can get past its quirky looks, it’s quite a fun vehicle to drive. But what would a Juke be without some exterior zest? For 2015, it is redesigned and offers a long list of standard tech features, more connectivity and importantly, a way to stand out in the crowd. With Nissan’s Color Studio, Juke owners can find nearly unlimited color personalization for their new ride. Grey and orange, anyone?

Lexus LF-C2 Concept I think the metallic sunbeam-like yellow speaks for itself, don’t you think? alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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The Sooke Family Resource Society is excited about the future, as it looks to expand its programs for families with young children. Thanks to a commitment by the Ministry of Children and Family Development to fund the society and its various operations as a B.C. Early Years Centre – one of 12 such communities in the province – for another year, the organization can continue to expand. “We were very excited because it gives an opportunity to enhance the services we already provide to communities,” said Daphne Raymond, the society’s manager of children and family services. “The whole goal really (is) to expand access for families – to know where the resources are for community for families with young children and find ways to access that information in an easy manner.” The society’s satellite location at the Westshore Child Youth and Family Centre on Wale Road in Colwood offers programming for families with children up to the age of six. Programs include counselling services, Kingfisher Preschool, Pacheedaht Nation Family Group, parent

drop-in programs, prenatal programs and intervention. The main site is in Sooke. “We were excited to be part of this first group of test sites,” Raymond said. “(This) funding also allows us to work more collaboratively with other community services and partners to best share their information with the parents. The best part for the community is we are seeing the B.C. Early Years start being implemented, and seeing results of that as actual services for communities.” The initial funding is for a one-year contract ending March of 2015. However, Raymond said, the society went through a thorough request for proposal application, and

is hoping that the provincial funding continues for programming she said makes a difference on the West Shore. “We do have people say to us our resource groups are a lifeline for them, a really supportive place to go and meet other parents who understand the complexity they have with their parenting,” she said. “I think people really see it as their way to have a place they feel connected with, (during) any challenges with parenting.” Two other Vancouver Island societies, the Comox Valley Child Development Society and the Beacon Community Association on the Saanich Peninsula, join

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• Timing in respects to the Truck Light Convoy is approximate. • In order to keep the trucks moving the Trucks leave Ogden Point police escorted convoy travels at a varied For safety reasons, access to this rate of speed, it does not travel as slow as parking lot is restricted to parade a parade does. participants only. • The convoy will travel slower along Dallas Road, through Oak Bay Village, downtown Arrives at Oak Bay Village Victoria, behind VGH, and intersection of Arrives at Yates & Blanshard Veterans Memorial Parkway and Goldstream Avenue. (please note route change on map) • Traffi c may be congested along the event The trucks will turn back into route. Please consider an alternate route.

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The second annual Ogden Point Light-up is taking place from 3:00 - 5:00PM ON DEC 6TH 2014 You won’t want to miss Santa arriving via tug boat! Stay warm with hot chocolate and coffee being offered by donation to the Mustard Seed, and have something to eat from the Kraken food truck serving west coast treats. Santa’s exciting tugboat arrival is at 3:30 pm. This is a great opportunity to have your pictures taken with Santa taken by Japan Camera who will be at the Light up. Photos will be available for purchase from their website with all proceeds generously being donated to the Mustard Seed, and you can bring a non-perishable food item to help the Mustard Seed fill a Victoria Harbour Christmas Ferry with

food. Stay until 4:30, listening to carollers and enjoyong candy canes, so you can be part of the holiday magic as all of the Christmas lights turn on. This is the perfect reason to come to Ogden Point where you can see the IEOA Lighted Truck Convoy getting ready. You’ll have just enough time to walk up to Dallas Road to wave as the lighted trucks pass by.

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Mustard Seed will be set up to issue receipts for cash donations.

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Warm-Up Event – In the parking lot behind the Breakwater Bistro at Ogden Point. “Fill a Victoria Harbour Ferry” with food donations. Donations accepted from 3:30 to 5:30 PM Dallas Road at Clover Point Look for the Mustard Seed Truck The Bay Centre Mustard Seed will be collecting food OUTSIDE at Government Street entrance Government at Belleville Look for the Mustard Seed Truck parked at the clock tower in front of the Royal BC Museum Wharf Street at Government Street Look for the Mustard Seed Sprinter Van collecting ENGINEERING & WELDING food by the Tourism Victoria Visitor Centre. ShipLTD. Point 3364 BURNS AVENUE, VICTORIA, BC V8Z 3P2 Inner Harbour

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11. Helmcken Road & Watkiss Way

View Royal Fire Dept. will be collecting food.

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Sands Funeral Chapel will be serving hot chocolate. Look for the Emery Electric Truck parked at Sands Funeral Chapel. Colwood Fire Dept. will be collecting food.

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Post-Convoy Fun!

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Everyone is invited to gather at Western Speedway for the conclusion of the event. Admission to the Speedway is by cash or non-perishable food item. Coffee, hot dogs and hot chocolate are available by donation.

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*Please note that traffic may be congested Dec. 6th between 5:00 and 8:30 along the Truck Light Convoy route. Please consider an alternate route.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

he Island Equipment Owners Associations’ 16th annual Truck Light Convoy and Food Drive, is on Saturday, Dec. 6th, 2014. Every year the Island Equipment Owners Association gets together, decorating their commercial trucks in the Christmas Spirit with thousands of lights, and then travel as a convoy through the streets of the Capital Region. In past years there have been up to 80 trucks participating. This event supports the Mustard Seed Food Bank, Westshore Christmas Hamper Fund Society and the Sidney Lions Food Bank. As there is not an opportunity to stop and collect food items along the route, multiple donation drop-off sites will be set up along the entire route. As a participant in the Truck Light Convoy it is overwhelming to see, that regardless of the weather, thousands of people line the streets with anticipation of the big trucks all decorated in Christmas Lights. Children from 2-92 cannot help but feel the Christmas Spirit as the convoy rolls by. People on the streets

applauding the colorfully displayed big trucks. Not only is there excitement for the children, but I think there are just as many adults pumping their arms for the big horns to blow. As loud as they are it is part of the excitement of the Truck Light Convoy. At 5:45 the trucks leave Ogden Point, arrive in Oak Bay Village at 6:30, at 7:00 they arrive at Yates and Blanshard, 7:30 they will arrive at Helmcken and Trans Canada overpass, at 8:00 they will arrive at Goldstream and Veterans Memorial Parkway and at 8:30 they arrive at Western Speedway. Santa will arrive at Western Speedway by truck! We always caution the public that timing is approximate as the logistics of organizing this event is dependent on a number of factors. Everyone is invited to gather at Western Speedway for the conclusion of this fun event. Admission to the Western Speedway is by cash donation, or a non-perishable food item. Coffee, hot dogs and hot chocolate are available for the public, by donation. This is a must see event for the whole family, Proud to support the Goldstream Food especially children! We Bank and the Truck Light Parade. sincerely appreciate your continued support. See Drop off your non-perishable food you there!

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RECIPE

OF THE WEEK About a year ago I came across a recipe for breakfast cupcakes; they were perfectly bite-sized and packed full of protein and quite a bit of fat. I modiﬁed the recipe to include as many vegetables as possible and cut down on the fat content. They have become a breakfast staple in my house. I keep them in the freezer and zap them in the microwave. The perfect way to add protein and veggies into mornings that are short on time. The following is the original recipe I came up with but there are probably thousands of different ways to modify this recipe to suit your family’s likes. You can try different combinations of vegetables and different ﬂavours of cream cheese. I serve them with a piece of fruit for a balanced breakfast on the run!

Breakfast Bites

Ingredients: 8 eggs 2 colored peppers 1 small onion 1/2 C shredded zucchini 1 C spinach 125 g of low fat cream cheese 1 C shredded potatoes (I use the frozen ones) Pepper to taste

Recipe By: Emily Gregson, Kinesiologist with West Shore Parks & Recreation

Directions Chop vegetables as ﬁnely as possible into a large mixing bowl. Add the eggs and combine until smooth. Add the cream cheese (this works best if you let the cream cheese soften on the counter for about an hour). Let the mixture sit.

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I use silicone muffin cups, so I can pop the breakfast bites out without adding butter or cooking spray, and arrange them on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle the shredded potatoes into the bottom of each cup, ensuring they cover the bottom but are not too thick. Stir the egg mixture again before filling the muffin cups. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes or until the edges start to brown and the mixture has set. Enjoy!

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Musicians Mira Engelbrcht (16), left, Logan Cooper (14), and Ai Horton (17) will be performing at Belmont’s Winter Concert Dec. 11 at the Spotwood Gymnasium at Belmont secondary school.

Winter concert a finale of sorts Belmont secondary musicians invite community in for Christmas cheer Arnold Lim News Gazette staff

The feeling is bittersweet. Days away from the Belmont secondary Winter Concert, school music director Mandart Chan is looking forward to see and hear more than 120 studentmusicians perform in front of friends and family on Dec. 11. He gets emotional, however, that the community concert series that started in the early 1950s will see its last show ever at the current school. “(Being the) last winter concert in the original Belmont building, that, for us, is a big thing,” Chan said. “Even though we are planning it as if it is just our usual concerts. This is the last time we’re setting up the decorations, with the lights and

sound systems and everything else. This is the last time we get to do it (here).” Seven performance ensembles and four student bands have been practicing diligently for the last concert of 2014, during which an estimated 400plus spectators will pack the Spotswood Gym. Coming to school early, during lunch, and after school to make the experience a rewarding one for all involved, Chan said their effort has been commendable. “(The best part of this), the parents see the aftermath of what they are doing, see the result of all their hard work,” he said. “Knowing (parents) see the value in music education, not only at Belmont but in our community, is really important.” Grade 12 saxophonist Ai Horton, playing her final Winter Concert ever as a member of the 2015 graduation class, started playing music in Grade 2 and hopes the public enjoys the hard work she and her peers have put in.

“For people in the community, it’s so cool to see what students that are living in their communities are doing and what they have been working towards,” she said. The 17-year-old said music has played an important role in her life, helping her break out from being shy and introducing her to great friends, great music and great memories. She hopes to offer some of those gifts to others. “A lot of the time, because we are high school, (the public) don’t expect a lot from (us), but that is the biggest myth,” Chan said. “If the walls (at the gym) could talk, they would remember every concert we did in here. I hope people remember all the determination and hard work we put towards this.” The Belmont Winter Concert happens next Thursday at 7 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food donation. alim@goldstreamgazette.com

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As Belmont secondary’s doors prepare to close, the school’s sports hall of fame is preparing to open. Some of the sports memorabilia, trophies and photographs adorning the walls of the current high school may soon be gone. But with the help of current and past staff and students, more than 60 years of sports history and excellence will be celebrated in the new Belmont Sports Hall of Fame. “It is something some of the older coaches (and I) had talked about over the years, to research the history of the Belmont athletic program and get it recorded,” said social studies teacher Cindy Cullen. “With it being the last year of Belmont (on

Jacklin Road), it made sense, because a lot of fascinating history could be lost in the move if we don’t preserve it.” Teachers and coaches brainstormed Belmont Sports Hall of Fame criteria, with nine students researching yearbooks dating back to 1950, and talking to teachers, coaches and Belmont alumni before eight to 10 recipients per decade were chosen. The hope is to incorporate the inductions into a good-bye ceremony for the current school sometime in spring of 2015. “I have grown up most of my life liking the idea of preserving tradition,” Cullen said. “(It’s about) honouring the people who helped create the athletic program we have today.” Students also helped contact a growing list of recipients that include such impressive figures as National Hockey League players Tyson Barrie and Adam Cracknell, pro cyclist Ryder Hesjedal, soccer player Josh Simpson and curler Dailene Sivertson. Many other strong local and nationallevel athletes dot an impressive list that volunteer Miranda Llewellyn said sets an example for future students. “I hope in the future I do something sports related,” the 17-year-old basketball player said. “It’s good to look back to the past and see where these previous athletes have gone and what paths they’ve taken and where sports have sent them today.” The Grade 12 student said the project is a lot of work, “but it’s worth it.” Volunteering has opened her eyes to what she described as Belmont’s “’rich sporting history,” which has motivated her to work harder both on and off the court. “It’s not necessarily just about the athletics – all these athletes are fantastic at sports – but the athletic drive that pushed them to be a better person. Their academics were high, they were active in the community and multiple clubs as well as being top athletes,” Llewellyn said. “It is something I aspire to someday.” alim@goldstreamgazette.com

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A local fish market will be selling thousands of pounds of fresh herring Dec. 6 to raise money for Fishermen Helping Kids with Cancer. Finest At Sea will have 20,000 lbs. of herring for sale for the third year in a row, in support of B.C. Children’s Hospital. The first year the James Bay business brought in 10,000 lbs. of herring, and sold out in the first five hours of being open. The next year, it doubled the supply and raised around $15,000. The fish is sold in 20 lbs. bags for $20 and 10 lbs. bags for $15. Customers are asked to bring their own buckets to take the fish home in. This year, they hope to attract even more people and raise even more money. “We want to raise as much money as possible,” said Paul Chad-

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The Victoria Grizzlies have reorganized their front office operations in an effort to focus the B.C. Hockey League team’s efforts for the rest of the 2014-15 season. Sonya Saujani, a member of the team’s community ownership group, has been named vice-president of business operations and will work closely with team president John Wilson and Lee Richardson, also both part of the Grizzlies ownership team.

Jim Swanson of the Victoria HarbourCats baseball club has also been brought in to serve in a marketing advisory position, while Don Robinson has been named vice-president of hockey operations. Newly named head coach Craig Didmon is behind the bench for tonight’s (Dec. 5) game in Duncan and tomorrow at The Q Centre against Merritt (7 p.m. start). editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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HomeFinder Find a place to call home

Q: HOW WELL DID THE HOUSING MARKET PERFORM LAST MONTH? November real estate sales have proven brisk. The Victoria Real Estate Board announced 465 property sales in the Victoria region this November, surpassing 2013 sales of 412 by 12.9 per cent. “This year has been great for Victoria real estate, we’ve seen a friendly market for buyers and sellers thanks to steady pricing and low mortgage rates,” said Victoria Real Estate Board President Tim Ayres. “By early last month, sales in the Victoria area met the number of total sales we saw for the entire year of 2013, and now we are 5.18 per cent over last year’s sales with another month to go.” The Multiple Listing Service Home Price Index benchmark value for a single family home in the Victoria Core was up to $489,000 from $482,300 last year, for an increase of 1.4 per cent. “Another statistic to watch is the number of active and new listings,” Ayres continued. “682 properties were listed this November, and the total number of properties listed for sale including those newly listed was 3,631. That’s 9.6 per cent fewer properties for sale than November last year.” Do you have a homebuying or selling story to share? Email ddescoteau@ goldstreamgazette.com To advertise in Homefinder, contact Christine Scott at: cscott@ goldstreamgazette.com

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COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

465/412 » 682/714 » 3,631/4,017 »

NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES/ TOTAL, NOV. 2013 NEW LISTINGS / TOTAL, NOV. 2013 ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS / TOTAL, OCT. 2013

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For many parents whose children have grown up and moved out, they are left with a big house to themselves and are looking for a change. Making the decision to downsize and leave the family home can be daunting for some, but local experts say it does not have to be with the right help and information. “It’s just such a daunting process,” said Joanne Brodersen, realtor with DFH Real Estate. “[But] it’s not as scary as it seems. With the right people helping you, that transition can be made much more smoothly than it appears at first.” Besides the physical aspect of moving, Brodersen said the emotional aspect is often a factor as well, in terms of memories associated with the home. She advises going through items in the home and deciding what can be given away and what should stay when looking to move to a smaller place. “There’s so many people that can use those things that are sitting in your house that have been collecting dust for the last 20 years because no one’s used them.” While retirees and downsizers have slotted themselves in to various parts of the West Shore, Brodersen says the phenomenon reaches across the Capital Region. “I think what it is, is that there are so many baby boomers (reaching that stage),” she said. Bill Ethier, managing broker president of Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty, said one of the main chal-

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Realtor Joanne Brodersen with DFH Realty stands in front of a home she is selling. A person or couple downsizing from a multi-story house might find a bungalow fits their needs. lenges for many people who are downsizing is being used to the amount of space they had before. He said most people who downsize are going from a single-family home to a condo. “It’s easier to go up in space because you acquire more stuff as you move up, but going down it’s making the decision of what to eliminate from your life.” Another challenge for some people is having unrealistic expectations of how much space they can

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7182 West Saanich Road., From $370,000 Friday, Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Murray Lawson, 250-477-5353

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Friday, December 5, 2014 - GOLDSTREAM

Extra Savings! Purex

Bathroom Tissue Double, Ultra or Envirocare 12 Rolls

NEWS GAZETTE

5SALE

DAY

5 6 7 8 9 SAT SUN MON TU

FRI

Island Farms

Traditional Egg Nog 2L

On Sale

2 7 $

On Sale

9Each9

for

You Save $109ea.

You Save $4

Sensations by Compliments

Kettle Chips or Hawkins Cheezies Selected 210–220g

Paradise Island

Nature’s Path

Assorted,

Assorted 650–907g

Random Cut Cheese Includes Organic Varieties

Organic Eco Pac Cereal

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REWARDS are here.

100 100 $

or more

On Sale

2 4 $

for Save

up to 99¢ea.

On Sale

30% At Ti ll

off

Specials in Effect from Friday, December 5

We invite you to join us at our

On Sale

699 Each

Save up to $3 50

to Tuesday, December 9 , 2014 ONLY th

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COUPON EXPIRES TUESDAY, DECEM BER 9, 2014.

Saturday, December 6th 9am to 6pm at our Fairfield, Quadra & Sidney locations • Enjoy hot apple cider, food samples and special one-day pricing • Preview new Christmas floral designs • Door prizes • 10% discount on Christmas floral orders