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Rankin returns to office as Victoria’s MP Christine van Reeuwyk Oak Bay News
NDP Murray Rankin reaffirmed his seat in the House of Parliament with a lead of more than 4,000 votes on runner-up Green candidate Jo-Ann Roberts. By Oak Bay News deadline late into Monday night, with 83 per cent of the polls reporting, Rankin, the returning MP, dominated with the preliminary results showing 41.9 per cent of the votes (25,078). Joined by his wife Linda Hannah and sons, Rankin thanked the crowd that gathered on Yates Street in Victoria for their work and support in the “long” – and he emphasized long – campaign. “Victoria has sent Canada a clear mes-
sage. You voted for change, you rejected the politics of division and fear. You voted for a more inclusive Canada and a fairer Canada. I promise I will fight every day to incorporate those values in what I do.” Rankin earned his seat in a 2012 byelection to replace Denise Savoie who resigned for health reasons. In that election he held held a 1,200-vote lead over the Green Party. “I am so honoured to have served as your member of parliament over the last three years and I am deeply humbled by the trust you have shown me again tonight. I promise to work every day with every ounce of my energy to continue to merit your support and your trust,” Rankin said. “To those of you who voted today for other candidates I honour your choice and I pledge to rep-
resent everyone in this community to the best of my ability. I know we share a deep love for this community that came through loud an clear during this campaign.” By deadline, Green Party Jo-Ann Roberts held 33.3 per cent of the votes in the Victoria riding (19,896). “Strategic voting was the single main factor (working against Green), particularly in B.C. and also in Guelph,” said Green Party leader Elizabeth May. “As my daughter said, (strategic voting) had ‘truthiness’ about it. I had people in my own riding I had to talk out of voting for another party because they somehow thought voting for me would help Harper. “I sympathize with where their fear was coming from. NDP fed it hard on Vancouver
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Oak Bay firefighter honoured for 20 years of service Randall. “You really, in that first year, earned your wings so to speak,� Jensen said, noting there were three significant fires followed by the “blizzard of ‘96.� “You didn’t come to a standstill. That day you worked a 30-hour shift,� he added. Christine van Reeuwyk Joynsen became full lieutenant in May 2013, Oak Bay News qualifying earlier as an acting assistant chief. He also serves as commander of the Oak Bay As he is prone to, Oak Bay Mayor Nils Jensen couldn’t shy away from an opportunity to get a Fire honour guard and three years ago joined the giggle from the gallery last Tuesday, noting Oak regional HazMat team. Jensen noted that JoynBay Fire Lt. Jason Joynson son was on board during the worked first for the munici“I know the community recent crash when a driver pal water department, makwith a medical emergency ing the fire service an easy respects the job we do and the lost control of a fire truck. next stop. “Your dedication to duty Fire Chief Dave Cockle and service we offer, and as a fire on that day again reflects Jensen awarded Joynsen his officer I respect the community your service to our commuGovernor General of CanaI have chosen to serve.� nity,� Jensen said. “In this line da’s Fire Services Exemplary of work you do put yourself Service Medal. The award – Jason Joynsen in harm’s way.� honours members of a recJoynsen chose not to ognized Canadian fire service speak, instead offering his who have completed 20 years of service, 10 years of which have been served words for the mayor to read during the ceremony. “Balancing a family life with a career which often in the performance of duties involving potential takes you from that family has at times proven risks. “This is a very special occasion not only for challenging. However, knowing I’m here to help Jason but for our community to recognize one of this community while making positive changes in our own,� Jensen said. “It just shows the dedica- others’ lives has made this career fulfilling,� Joyntion the firefighters have to the job and our com- sen wrote. “The 20 years passed by rather quickly. I know the community respects the job we do and munity.� Joynsen started full time with the municipality the service we offer, and as a fire officer I respect in June 1993, and joined the fire department two the community I have chosen to serve.� cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com years later, after being recruited by then chief Bob
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UVic shows off earthquake warning system Residents participate in annual ShakeOut drill in record numbers Christine van Reeuwyk Oak Bay News
Oak Bay Fire Chief Dave Cockle laments one thing about an earthquake early warning system demonstration last week. For a full minute media watched an earthquake simulation. No one stopped. No one dropped. No one held on. They did however, get the message: Seconds of warning offer life-saving opportunities when an earthquake strikes. “This is what the future of earthquake warning looks like,” said Cockle, also president of BC Earthquake Alliance. “This is a great piece of technology that we at ShakeOut BC support fully. We’re proud to partner through the Early Earthquake Warning page within our website so we can keep abreast of the newest technol“This is what ogy and information so all of our residents the future of are fully prepared to earthquake warning make good decisions.” While there’s no looks like.” earthquake warning in – Dave Cockle place, “there is progress being made,” said Teron Moore, business analyst with Ocean Networks Canada. More than 3,000 earthquakes occur in BC every year. There’s a one-in-10 chance for a destructive megathrust earthquake in BC within the next 50 years. “While most of these earthquakes are not felt by humans, they are recorded by seismic instruments across the province,” Moore said. Using a countdown timer and video, Moore demonstrated how the earthquake warning technology works during a simulated magnitude 9 megathrust earthquake. In this case, the data transmitted to an earthquake alarm developed by UVic electrical engineering students. ONC’s Web-enabled Awareness Research Network – a geohazard-detection research software platform that co-ordinates information from sensors on sea and land – detects the first felt wave in an earthquake. It estimates the location and magnitude of the quake and predicts ground shaking, allowing alerts to go out to the affected area before the ground shakes. “ONC is the only organization in Canada that has earthquake sensors offshore,” said Adrian Round, ONC’s director of observatory operations and a director of UVic’s Emergency Operations Centre. “ONC provides the sensor data to help make decisions, when seconds count,” adds Round. “But effective earth-
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Above, Teron Moore, Business Analyst, Ocean Networks Canada, hits the ‘earthquake’ button to demonstrate the earthquake early warning system at the University of Victoria on Oct. 14. Left, an illustration of how the earthquake early warning system works.
quake early warning requires a huge collaborative effort, involving governments, science, industry and the will of the public.” The extra seconds offer time to stop traffic, pause elevators, shut off gas lines, open bay doors at fire and ambulance halls, stop surgeries and offer added time to “drop, cover and hold on.” That skill was practiced in record numbers the next day during the annual province-wide earthquake drill. “Since launching the Great British Columbia ShakeOut in 2011, we’ve seen participation jump from 470,000 to a new record of 785,000 in 2015,” Cockle said.
“I think that reflects an increased understanding of the earthquake risk in B.C. and the need to be prepared. We’re on our way to creating a culture of preparedness and making British Columbia a more resilient province.” Their online platform shakeoutbc.ca also offers resources and information for residents to be prepared all year. Oak Bay Emergency Prep also offers a preparedness information session Nov. 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Windsor Park Pavilion, 2451 Windsor Rd. Visit oakbayemergency.com for more information. cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com
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A reported cougar sighting prompted a convergence of the B.C. Conservation Officer Service and Oak Bay Police in the Monterey Avenue and Central Avenue last Friday evening. However, the report turned out to be fake. “The matter is now
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photo was one that she had seen on the internet regarding a cougar that had been shot and killed in Edmonton last year. The girl had cropped and saved the photo to her cell phone.” Police said the girl was interviewed with her parents by police and is remorseful. “It was explained to her that it’s a very serious matter and could be construed as a criminal offence of public mischief which is making a false report to police,” Anthony said. There were no confirmed cougar sightingsn in Oak Bay as of Oak Bay News deadline. The Conservation Officer Service asks that any sightings or sign of cougar activity be reported in a timely fashion to the 24-hour call centre at 1-877952-7277 and Oak Bay Police at 250-592-2424. cvanreeuwyk @oakbaynews.com
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Firefighters back at work after crash Engine 1 remains out of commission Christine van Reeuwyk Oak Bay News
Jean Stevens, left, in charge of the jewellery booth at the annual bazaar, with Camille Wood and Maureen Hodgetts as they sort through some beading and create masterpeices for the coming sale Oct. 24 at Monterey Recreation Centre. Christine van Reeuwyk /Oak Bay News
Monterey bazaar boosts membership extras Donation drop-off open to noon Oct. 23 Christine van Reeuwyk Oak Bay News
Spring cleaning is usually a time of giving for Oak Bay residents who are well-versed in the act of charity. The winner of those spoils is often the Oak Bay Seniors Activity Association for its annual fall bazaar. “Oak Bay people know when they’re cleaning out the house to save items for us,” said Camille Wood, association president and bazaar co-ordinator. “It’s an incredible sale, it’s really high-caliber,” agreed Lesley Cobus, Monterey co-ordi-
nator. “Since the late ‘70s the Oak Bay community has supported this event.” The sale fills every nook and cranny of the Monterey Centre, where activities and classes are put on hold for the day, this year Oct. 24. “I have a team, we have 14 different booths,” Wood said. “We put everybody to work.” Roughly 150 volunteers sort and sell everything from books and other white elephant items to the varied hand-crafted wares created by Monterey members throughout the year. “You’re getting quality handcrafted wool socks, wool sweaters … for a fraction of the cost,” Cobus said. Hundreds of people tend to come through the doors and peruse the items from brand new baby sweaters to second-hand books.
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“It connects seniors and raises the profile of the Monterey Centre in the community,” Wood said of the event. “And one man’s junk is another man’s treasure.” The sale usually raises in the range of $6,000 for the Oak Bay Seniors Activity Association and those funds go toward extras for Monterey members, from birthday cake to membership bursaries. “Funds go to the betterment of the Monterey Centre for the benefit of members,” said Cobus, adding the current membership is around 1,900 “and growing.” Donations must be dropped off by noon on Friday, Oct. 23 at Monterey Rec. The annual bazaar is Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1442 Monterey Ave. cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com
All firefighters aboard a truck that crashed through hedges and into a home in the 3200 block of Cadboro Bay Road are back at work. The crew of four was on a first responder call around 6:30 a.m. on Oct. 6 when the driver had a medical incident and lost control. One firefighter was taken to hospital and released later that day, while another suffered a minor knee injury, according to the department. “No one here was seriously injured in the incident,” said Oak Bay Fire Chief Dave Cockle. “Three (firefighters) returned to full duties in the department, one is on modified duties for the time being until he recovers from the incident.” The truck however, is still out of commission. “There’s no implication to the tax payers, the truck is fully insured,” Cockle said. “The truck’s been taken to the repair facility in Sidney, it’s going to be repaired through ICBC. … I don’t have an estimate on how long yet it will be in the repair shop but it will be fairly significant.” Directly after the incident, Cockle assured residents the department remains fully equipped and operational with a backup engine and ladder truck. cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com
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An Island of orange amid a sea of red Was it strategic voting? Mass dissatisfaction with 10 years of Stephen Harper’s Conservative government? A collective decision that Justin Trudeau was in fact ready? From the first polls on the East Coast, through Quebec and Ontario, Canada’s 42nd general election had people across the country a little in shock – that the Liberals would pick up as much steam as they did and that the NDP would lose so much of the same. With an exceptionally early call that Justin Trudeau’s Liberals would indeed form the next government, Monday’s election saw a dramatic shift – a bigger shift than we’ve seen for decades. Here on the Island, the colour was decidedly orange, as even long-standing north Island Conservative MP John Duncan lost his seat to NDP Gord Johns. Locally, Victoria riding voters returned incumbent Murray Rankin to Ottawa with a significant lead over Green candidate Jo-Ann Roberts, who supporters had hoped could present a significant run to earn the Greens a second Island seat. Across the country, however, the flood of NDP votes to the Liberals means Canada will have a Conservative opposition as the NDP is pushed to the third-place party once again. So, as Trudeau heads to 24 Sussex Drive, we’ll watch closely to see how well Trudeau brings together these different voices – of politicians and Canadians. As a final thought, as we welcome our new MPs, we must also recognize those many hard-working former members from all parties who have given their time – and indeed much of their lives – to represent us in Ottawa. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@oakbaynews.com. 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.
Let’s get real about trade deals As the dust settles from broad access to Pacific Rim Monday’s federal election, markets and continued proto paraphrase former prime tection for nearly all of domesminister Kim Campbell, it’s tic dairy, poultry and egg markets. Also preserved time to talk about was B.C.’s regulated serious issues market for logs and again. U.S. lumber sales. The ConservaThe 200-kg gorilla tives were hopof the TPP burst out ing to make 2015 in the heat of the a free trade elecelection campaign, tion, by signing and the Kim Camponto the world’s bell rule was demonlargest trade deal strated again. Much at the end of July. of the discussion But things didn’t go Tom Fletcher revolved around as planned at the B.C. Views alleged secrecy, as talks in Maui, and the legal text of the Canada was among the players that walked away deal won’t be out for some from the Trans-Pacific Part- time to come. Protected farmers downed their pitchforks, nership table at that time. Then came five days of counting their blessings, and round-the-clock negotiations their guaranteed compensain Atlanta, with the U.S. push- tion. The NDP was forced to ing for a deal with Japan, Korea, Australia and other come out against the TPP, as Pacific Rim powerhouses to it was against trade deals with normalize trade in 40 per cent the U.S., Mexico, Europe and of the world’s economy. And others. But it’s getting lonely the TPP came together at the for them as the rest of the world moves on. end of September. Within days of the TPP Canada and B.C. essentially got what our governments deal, the World Bank issued were demanding, which was one of its periodic reports on
“extreme poverty,” which it defines as an income of less than $1.90 U.S. a day. And 2015 is the first year when fewer than 10 per cent of the world’s people remain below this global poverty line, down from 12.8 per cent in 2012. It’s easy for comfortable First World folks to protest conditions in running shoe and cell phone factories in India or China, but the graph of extreme poverty in those countries shows steep decline since 1990. Trade and technology are lifting up the poorest of the world. For B.C., withdrawing from Pacific Rim trade is unthinkable. We worry a lot about lumber and copper and natural gas, but the TPP also opens up huge markets for services, where much of our economic future awaits. The question for us is simple. Can we compete in health sciences, engineering, architecture, digital media and information technology? Do we want to? The TPP doesn’t change B.C.’s dependency on the United States. As with NAFTA,
our vital lumber trade remains under a separate agreement, which expired on Oct. 1. I’m told by federal and provincial officials that at this stage, the U.S. isn’t even taking our calls on the softwood lumber agreement, which Canada and B.C. want extended. Americans are preoccupied with the TPP and domestic politics. After decades of bitter legal actions from the American industry, the latest softwood deal has provided a rough peace. It set a floor price for B.C.’s allegedly subsidized lumber exports, with an export tax collected by Canada when the price went below the floor of $355 per thousand board feet. That money went back into our government general revenue. Higher prices meant no export tax was collected through 2014 and early 2015, and only five per cent as of September. Now that the agreement is expired, by default we have actual free trade in lumber for up to the next year. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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LETTERS Calm yourselves about the cougars Calm yourselves about the cougars and the deer, when the real threat to you and your families is the speeding motorist, sober or under the influence. But this is such a common occurrence and addressed almost daily, that we learn to live with it and become oblivious to the potential threat. Not to mention the inadequate penalties for the perpetrator. Most people who have lived on the Island all their lives have never even seen a cougar, let alone been threatened by one. They are in principle shy and illusive animals that do not seek confrontation with humans. They do however wander into their former territory now and then, and again, not to seek us, we are not on their menu, this is Victoria. You would not find one in and amongst the skyscrapers of Manhattan. If you see one consider yourself lucky, it is rare. Trust me, it is not going to happen, but if an adult cougar would be stalking you, you would not see it. And to the lady who arms herself with a knife when she goes out, please, don’t make me laugh. Put it back in the kitchen drawer where it belongs. William Rauschning Oak Bay
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Some of the concerns about deer and cougars expressed in the News are totally inane to say the least. The petrified people of Oak Bay were worried about deer attacking their children and animals and created quite the uproar. Now a couple of cougars have shown up in Oak Bay and these same people have changed their worries to cougar attacks. What next? Attacks by Canada geese or raccoons? You people have to get a life and worry about other things. As to the cougars coming to Oak Bay to hunt deer, another insane thought. Do these people really think cougars will leave the wilds which have many more deer than Oak Bay just to hunt? Think about it. M.W. Robertson Oak Bay
Allow cyclists on the sidewalk Re: Cyclist strikes vehicle, Police briefs, Oak Bay News, Oct. 9 I’m shaking my head at what you report in your Oct. 9, 2015 issue about a bicyclist seeing a car’s right turn signal but passing it on that side anyway. A Darwin candidate? Also odd is your statement
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about obeying all rules of the road including “not passing illegally to the right of traffic.” What is legal? Perhaps passing when in a formal bicycle lane is legal, though at high risk of a motor vehicle driver not seeing them. Otherwise, the Motor Vehicle Act tells bicyclists to stay near the right edge of the road. (A problem in itself, as buses at stops and parked cars lead bicyclists to veer back into a motor vehicle lane.) With or without a formal lane, most bicyclists speed past on the right of motor vehicles. Often I see the same bicyclist pass me several times, due to the difference in acceleration. I see such problems as more reason to allow bicyclists on sidewalks, as Washington State has long done – and B.C. does if the sidewalk is labelled “trail” (as some are). Keith Sketchley Saanich
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History’s Headlines: No contest for Causton
This week in 1999, the Oak Bay Baskerville-Bridges, Michael McClusky, Syd News reported that Mayor ChrisHaskell, Caroline Macey-Brown and Joan topher Causton would be back for Russow were all vying for seats. another term – by acclamation. Looking back even further to the Oct. 19, With no challengers by the nom1988 Oak Bay Star, the focus was on that ination deadline, it would be the year’s federal election when the candidate second mayoral term for Causton, total had reached six with the nomination who joined council for the first of of Reform Party of Canada’s Terry Volb. three terms as a councillor in 1987 According to Volb, election topics of the Jennifer Blyth before succeeding Mayor Diana day included Senate reform, economic fairPages from the Past Butler in 1996. ness for Western Canada and the Free Trade The ballot for councillor posiagreement. Other candidates included independent John Harter, Conservative tions was considerably more congested. In addition to four incumbents, Nils Jensen, Geoff Young, NDP candidate John Brewin, Mike Allan Cassidy and Cheryle Scott filing papers before O’Connor for the Liberals and Green candidate the deadline, newcomers Casey Edge, John David Laura Porcher. The six were vying for the Victoria Herbert, Hazel Braithwaite, Russell Irvine, Mike riding seat vacated by Conservative Allan McKinnon. Also that issue, readers met Albert Davidson, who was celebrating his 100th birthday, and learned that Bruce Knapik, then-executive chef at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel, was off to compete against the “creme de la creme of culinary wizards� at the International Culinary Olympics in Frankfurt. From the police blotter, Oak Bay Police were on the lookout for a thief who continued to snatch hood ornaments from expensive cars in the municipality. While the latest reports involved Cadillacs, previous reports had come from owners of Mercedes and BMWs. Also this week in 1988, police warned the public to be careful about “cylindrical objects that wash up on the beach� as a marine flare had appeared on the shore. Not all flares detonate and those finding one were advised to leave it alone and call police. editor@oakbaynews.com
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Sip and savour Thursday: Beer with the Beast IV Jennifer Blyth Oak Bay News
Oak Bay craft beer lovers can go to extremes tomorrow (Thursday, Oct. 22) when Cook St. Liquor, the Whole Beast and Discovery Coffee come together for Extreme Beer with the Beast IV. Local craft beer writer Adem Tepedelen will lead participants through a harvest/Halloweeninspired extreme beer tasting. The fourth event in the popular beer-tasting series is expected to sell out, though tickets were still available as of press time. Following on the success of the sold-out January, April and June events, this time around, the focus is on the harvest – with a Halloween twist: 10 inventive brews paired with meats from the Whole Beast Artisan Salumeria ... and a little surprise ending from hosts Discovery Coffee (1964 Oak Bay Ave.). Photo contributed “Beer is supposed to be fun, my book is fun, Adem Tepedelen, of Cook St. Liquor, hosts a craft beer tasting so we wanted to make the events fun,” says and meat pairing Oct. 22 at Oak Bay’s Discovery Coffee. The Tepedelen, an internationally recognized craft beers will be paired with meats from Whole Beast Artisan beer expert and author of the Brewtal Truth Salumeria. Guide to Extreme Beers, a light-hearted by informative look at more than 100 unusual beers from around Beer with the Beast IV will be a little different. Perhaps the world. “We try to have a sense of humour about things.” they’re extremely hoppy, have unique ingredients or a Tepedelen’s book emerged from the beer column he higher alcohol level, “anything that kind of sets it off as writes for Decibel magazine, “The Brewtal Truth,” exploring something different,” says the winner of the Michael Jackson Beer Journalism award, which celebrates excellence in unique beers worth sampling. “My book was really for people who already had an inter- reporting on American craft beer. With the previous three events held at the Whole Beast, est in craft beer but wanted to go a little further,” he says. Like his column and book, the beers chosen for Extreme and this one at Discovery Coffee, “we want to keep it inti-
mate,” says Tepedelen, who will MC the event, discussing the different brews that naturally pair so well with savoury foods. Participants also enjoy the thrill of discovery. While wine drinkers tend to like and appreciate a certain kind of wine, craft beer enthusiasts appreciate the opportunity to discover something they haven’t tried before. “They do have their ‘go-tos’ but they always want to try different things,” Tepedelen says. While Greater Victorians have enjoyed a growing craft beer industry locally, it’s a trend also witnessed farther afield, and for a variety of reasons. When the economy took a hit in 2008, for example, some people who previously tended to drank wine turned to craft beer, he suggests. At the same time, the industry was starting to expand its offerings, and produce more quality beers. He’ll introduce some of them tomorrow night at Discovery Coffee. “We’ve been really fortunate to partner with some really great Oak Bay businesses,” he says, commending both the Whole Beast and Discovery. “We’ve had such great feedback from working with them.” Extreme Beer with the Beast IV runs from 7 to 9 p.m. and tickets are $30, available at Cook St. Liquor and online, with some possible availability at Discovery Coffee. Tepedelen will also have copies of his book for sale. editor@oakbaynews.com
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Chilling tales for winter reading • The Girl on the Train, by Paula Hawkins – This is a fantastic, tense and unpredictable thriller about murder, marriage and strangers becoming connected through complicated circumstances. • World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War, by Max Brooks – Brooks • The Little Stranger, by Sarah (son of Mel Brooks and author of The Zombie Survival Guide) Waters – Waters, a mashas taken it upon himself to ter of psychological susdocument the “first-hand” pense, has written a chillexperiences and testimonies inducing novel about the of those lucky to survive 10 Ayres family, their onceyears after the fictitious zomgrand estate, and how bie war. they’re haunted by the • Tomes of Terror: haunted past. bookstores and libraries, by • Rebecca, by Daphne Mark Leslie – Of course I had DuMaurier – Poor, plain and alone, a young Sarah Isbister to include this celebration and eerie look at the siren woman marries a rich Page Turners call of literature and the widower, but in his great unexplained and fascinating English country house she feels she can’t live up to his daz- stories associated with bookish locazling first wife, Rebecca, whose sinis- tions around the world. If you have ter presence haunts their home and ever felt an indescribable presence hanging about a quiet bookshop or marriage. • The Mountain Story, by Lori Lan- library, then you’ll enjoy these fascisens – This is a suspenseful and psy- nating and haunting tales. • Spirits of the West: eerie encounchologically rich story of adventure, sacrifice and survival in the unforgiv- ters from the Prairies to the Pacific, ing wilderness of a legendary moun- by Robert C. Belyk – This is the latest book in a series of western ghost tain. • The White Lioness, by Henning story collections, about ghosts, both Mankell – Sadly, the prolific and friendly and fearful, who haunt museground-breaking mystery writer ums, hotels, pubs, houses and many Henning Mankell passed away this other locations throughout western month. Third (and my personal Canada. These true stories will perfavourite) in the Kurt Wallander suade the reader to turn on one more series, this title is a riveting tale of light during the long, dark night. • All You Frightfully Fun Halloween international intrigue. • Dracula, by Bram Stoker – The Handbook, by Carole Nicksin – Lowstory of the notorious vampire Count cost, big-bang ideas to ensure everyDracula, lord of the undead, who one has a hauntingly good time. rises from his coffin at night to suck Sarah Isbister is the Children & Famthe blood of the living, is a complex, eerie and fascinating story that many ily Literacy Librarian at the Oak Bay know, but few today have actually Branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library read. Think children are the only ones inspired by the spooky season? Not a chance. Here Sarah Isbister, with the Oak Bay Branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library, offers a few chilling titles for the older set, including both new titles and a few classics.
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Salute to Small Business Oak Bay celebrates Small Business Week Jennifer Blyth Oak Bay News
A quick scan down the Avenue or Estevan Village demonstrates how important small business is to Oak Bay. From unique, local coffee shops to celebrated restaurants, one-of-a-kind boutiques to professionals providing just about every service residents and visitors need, Oak Bay is a thriving hub for small business. This week, we join others across Canada in celebrating the Business Development Bank of Canada’s Small Business Week. “Small and medium-sized businesses are the cornerstone of Canada’s economy. They account for 99.9 per cent of all Canadian companies and employ more than 90 per cent of private sector workers,” organizers note. “As Canada’s engine of job growth, they deserve to be celebrated. And that’s what is all about.” Here in Oak Bay, small business has created a bustling town centre, comple-
mented by several neighbourhood business districts that serve their local communities and draw visitors from throughout the region who appreciate the local feel and unique offerings. These small business owners are supported not only by their customers but also organizations like the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association, which works to find ways to support business and Oak Bay Avenue would look very different build community through events like this month’s Halloween festiviwithout our local small businesses. ties and the coming Christmas lightup. ley pooled their resources to organize It’s a relationship that works for Oak a week of activities for entrepreneurs. Bay business people, but also their This first event and the one that folfriends and neighbours. lowed in 1980 were so successful that We encourage you to take the time BDC officially launched BDC Small Busithroughout the year – but this week ness Week™ across Canada in 1981. more than ever – to pause and recogThe initiative was quickly adopted by nize your local small businesses, and all Canada’s business community. In 2014, over 300 activities across that they offer, right here at home. Canada attracted close to 10,000 busiBDC Small Business Week dates back to 1979 when BDC business centres in ness people to BDC Small Business British Columbia’s Lower Fraser ValWeek.
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hether you’re concerned about the results of sun damage, the appearance of moles, or innumerable other skin-related concerns, the Fairfield Skin Clinic offers safe, effective treatments with you in mind.
lines, wrinkles and sunspots you may want to address, but also for signs of skin cancer,” Dr. Hancock notes. State-of-the-art medical equipment and lasers, paired with expertise and knowledge, provides the best possible results for clients pursuing a more youthful-looking skin, as well as those looking for support for conditions such as rosacea and acne.
As a medical and cosmetic dermatologist with more than 30 years in the field, Dr. Julian Hancock brings his Fairfield Skin Clinic clients a wealth of experience, paired with a keen interest in the field’s latest State-of-the-art innovations. From treatments such as Botox and dermal fillers to help reverse the appearance of aging to treatment for moles, veins and other concerns, Dr. Hancock performs all the treatments himself, meaning clients are confident their care is in the best hands. The benefits of having a medical doctor undertaking your care are significant. “When I inspect your skin during our initial consultation, I’m not only looking at the
medical equipment and lasers, paired with expertise and knowledge, provide the best possible results. – Dr. Hancock Dermatologist
Beyond aesthetics, Dr. Hancock also has a particular interest in the medical indications for Botox, often covered by insurance, such as Botox for migraines, musculoskeletal dysfunction and axillary hyperhidrosis (excessive underarm perspiration). Contact Fairfield Skin Clinic to schedule a consultation to evaluate your needs and explore treatment options right for you.
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Timeless Toys: The classic toys of yesterday and tomorrow
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rom its original, 360-square-foot store that “We specialize in toys that stimulate opened in 1997 in Athlone Court, Timeless children’s minds, toys that promote Toys has grown into a roomy, bright active play, rather than passive, and location right on the Avenue...and a community toys that last,” Neil says, pointing to institution. the store’s tagline: “Classic toys of “We wanted it to be a fun place, with chairs yesterday and tomorrow,” and play-stations – a It’s not only the community gathering place toddler set that will find much to love We have many, for parents and children,” at Timeless Toys, which expanded to a says Neil Rogers, who store in the Broadmead Village many toys for the three second owns the store with wife in 2010. “We have many, many toys Cindy. The two bought for the three and under set, right up to and under set, right the store in 2008 from the games and puzzles for adults.” original owner, Glenn Kolb, up to the games and And as a small business built on a who Neil is thrilled to be foundation of customer service, don’t welcoming back as a store be afraid to ask for a closer look at puzzles for manager. anything in the store, Neil emphasizes. Stocking the Timeless Toys Coming up, watch for a pumpkin adults. shelves are all manner of carving contest this month and on Nov. – Neil Rogers Lego and Playmobil, train 14, Neighbourhood Toy Store Day and sets, games, crafts and customer appreciation day, chock full puzzles – toys and activities of activities and special treats. to inspire kids of all ages.
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Superbath ith today’s busy schedules, time to clean your car can be tough to
come by. Enter the experts at Superbath Mobile Carwash. Serving Oak Bay and Greater Victoria for more than two years, Superbath is a mobile detailing service that uses an eco-friendly steam system to meticulously clean your vehicle’s interior and exterior. “The incredible cleaning power of steam is able to eradicate odours, remove stains and kill germs, leaving the vehicle free from the smell of harsh chemicals,” explains Blake Henwood, who after years of working overseas returned to Oak Bay to open Superbath with cousin Adam Kittredge, a successful local musician.
“We provide the time-saving convenience of detailing your vehicle at your home or work, and in an industry that traditionally uses excessive amounts of water and chemicals, with a single water cooler jug, Superbath is able to wash your entire vehicle,” Blake says. This summer Superbath was honoured by Douglas magazine as one of the top 10 businesses to watch on the Island, an honour supported by an impressive rate of returning clients. Curious about learning more? Superbath is expanding with franchises up Island.
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ust as no two clients are the same, neither are the myriad reasons they contact their insurance broker, and that’s exactly what SeaFirst Insurance Brokers’ Gary Law enjoys about his work. As a licensed insurance broker for more than 30 years, including the last eight years right here in Oak Bay, Gary brings a wealth of experience to both clients and co-workers, including serving a term as president of the Victoria Insurance Brokers Association. What sets SeaFirst apart in a competitive industry? “Not only are we locally owned, but we are able to provide excellent products with support from our insurance company partners, including Lloyds of London,” says Gary, who with three others in the Oak Bay office joins the 60 staff throughout SeaFirst’s seven local offices. “Our knowledgeable staff recognize that every client is unique and each has different needs, but that’s exactly
what makes our work so rewarding. And, with 24/7 claims service, our clients rest easy knowing we’re always here when they need us,” says Gary, who with wife Margaret and children Jennifer and Andrew, is a long-time local resident and community volunteer.
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Awardwinning Aryze Developments aims to leave a legacy of high-quality homes in Greater Victoria
ARYZE Developments: Where beautiful design and customer service come together
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hile building beautiful homes is their passion, the ARYZE Development and Construction team believes the customer component to any project is
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“Our goal is to leave a legacy of high-quality, beautifully finished homes in Oak Bay and across Greater Victoria, and we do that with a conscientious, service-focused team,” explains Ryan Goodman, Partner, Manager Development / Acquisition. “We’ve made significant investments in construction management, planning and accounting software in the past year and have a highly skilled off-site team to support our project managers and ensure projects are carefully spec’d, budgeted and scheduled for our customers. But above of all, our company is focused on customer service – we consistently bring together great design and unique, high-quality materials to define our customer’s vision for their residential environment,” Ryan explains. Building beautiful homes since 2002, ARYZE Development and Construction is a premier, specialized builder and developer. Members of the Victoria Home Builders Association and Canadian Home Builders Association, ARYZE is a multiple award-winner whose recent achievements include the Island’s CARE Awards, plus gold Georgie Awards and VIBE awards this past year. It all comes down to the ARYZE team.
We consistently bring together great design and unique, high-quality materials to define our customer’s vision for their residential environment. – Ryan Goodman Aryze’s expert team is committed to helping clients create the home of their dreams
“Our team boasts 12 highly trained and motivated people who all want to push the envelope in their fields in terms of design, construction technology, engineering, green and energy-efficient building technology and business operations, Ryan says, noting that in addition to their custom home projects, ARYZE will deliver eight additional homes in 2015 between two development projects.
positive and creative workplace where we can support each other and strengthen our approach. Construction is a fast-paced, complex industry that can bury teams in activity. We know we are
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Dr. Paul Neate: Patient - first dental care
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healthy confident smile starts with good dental care – both at home and from your dental professionals.
Building his practice on a patient-first approach, Dr. Paul Neate believes in providing patients with the information they need to make the best choices for their dental health. “My practice is really is tailored for my patients, and with a strong foundation of education, so they feel confident they have the information they need to maintain a happy, healthy smile,” Dr. Neate says. Born in Halifax, Dr. Neate moved to Victoria in 2007 to practice clinical dentistry, joining the Canadian Forces after dental school to gain experience and provide comprehensive care to Canada’s military members. “I was very lucky to gain a variety of advanced courses during my time serving at CFB Esquimalt, however, as my career progressed my love of Vancouver Island made me realize that this area was truly my home,” Dr. Neate says.
Dr. Paul Neate and his team invite you to visit their family dentistry office.
I am truly excited to continue the excellence of care that Dr. Walsh has built in his practice over the years. – Dr. Paul Neate
Today, as a family practice dentist, Dr. Neate takes pride in his work and his ability to care for his patients.
Bailey at Windsor Park and the Island’s many other green spaces. Call today to let Dr. Neate and his team help you achieve your best smile.
“I am truly excited to continue the excellence of care that Dr. Walsh has built in his practice over the years. It’s my hope that I can become a key care provider in the Oak Bay area.”
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nspired by rustic French cooking of lamb with house-made Dijon or sweetbreads and fresh, local ingredients begging with Cowichan chanterelles. to be tasted, Confit Food + Wine’s “I’m proud to be a part of the West Coast Chef Dwane MacIsaac has gastronomic food revolution,” prepared a menu locals have says Chef MacIsaac, former been waiting for. president of the Island Chef’s I’m thrilled to be It all begins with shopping Collaborative. Passionate daily to bring you the best about sharing his knowledge able to bring people that Vancouver Island has to and love of food to all that offer, whether the day’s menu he meets, “I’m thrilled to be together through the calls for meat from the local able to bring people together butcher, greens from farmers through the pleasure of food,” pleasure of food. on Saanich Peninsula, or he says. seafood from our waters. “We invite you to visit our – Chef Dwane The lunch and dinner intimate dining room or MacIsaac menus change weekly and discover our secret garden may feature Saltspring patio under the grape vines.” Island mussels and duck fat Visit Confit Food + Wine on Oak Bay Avenue, in the heart frites, beef tenderloin with of the village. caramelized onion demi, rack
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Community Calendar Thursday, Oct. 22 Volkssport – Thursday evening walk. Meet at Harbour Towers, Quebec Street. Register at 5:45 p.m., for 6 p.m. walk. Info: David, 250598-4316. The Victoria Historical Society – Presentation: “The Ella Family of Wentworth Villa” with Michael and Mark Hawkes, 7:30 p.m. at James Bay New Horizons, 230 Menzies St. Info: victoriahistoricalsociety.bc.ca. Canadian College of Performing Arts presents The Persecution and Assassination of Jean-Paul Marat – Embark on a mental and political journey into the historical Charenton Asylum. for a “theatrical” retelling of the assassination of Jean-Paul Marat, a French revolutionary, showing Oct. 22 to 24. For tickets and box office information call 250-595-9970 or see ccpacanada.eventbrite. ca
Friday, Oct. 23 Drop-in Family Storytime – from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Oak Bay branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library, 1442 Monterey Ave. No registration required. The Wild Sundays – Performing in the Oak Bay Recreation Centre’s Upstairs Lounge. Doors at 6 p.m., music at 7:30 p.m. This all-female quartet features soaring harmonies, catchy songs and original music rooted in folk and old-time country
and incorporates bluegrass rhythm, Americana, pop songs and more. Tickets $12, or $15 at the door, available at the centre’s reception or online at beaconridgeproductions.com.
Saturday, Oct. 24 Oak Leaves Bazaar at the Monterey Recreation Centre from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Knitwear, jewellery, books, pictures, Christmas decorations, attic treasures and more. Soup, sandwiches and refreshments will be available for purchase from the Fern Café. Greater Victoria Cycling Coalition Spooks and Spokes ride – An easy 15km ride featuring stories about the spirits who haunt fine homes and businesses in Victoria. Ride departs at 6:30 p.m. from the fountain at Centennial Square. Costumes and decorated bikes are encouraged; helmets and bike lights are mandatory. Information: gvcc.bc.ca UVic School of Music Faculty Chamber Music – including the Lafayette String Quartet, tenor Benjamin Butterfield, pianist Michelle Mares, flutist Suzanne Snizek, and others, 8 p.m. (preconcert talk at 7:15 pm), Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, UVic. Tickets: $18/$14 from 250-721-8480 or tickets. uvic.ca The Grandkid – Congregation Emanu-El Synagogue,
1461 Blanshard St., hosts this John Lazarus play starring Michael Armstrong and Amanda Wear. Tickets $20 from Ivy’s Bookshop, Russell Books, the Synagogue Office and at the door. Information: zeldadean@shaw. ca or 250-544-1322. Performances continue Oct. 25, 31 and Nov. 1.
Sunday, Oct. 25 Flamencura – Accomplished composer and guitarist Paco Peña performs at UVic’s Farquhar Auditorium, Tickets $55/$50/$45 from UVic Ticket Centre, 250721-8480, tickets.uvic. ca or in person at the University Centre. Info: uvic.ca/auditorium Crush – A Fine Wine Affair – A benefit for the Belfry Theatre, including a fine wine auction and evening at the Inn at Laurel Point, 680 Montreal Street. Sample 30+ different B.C. wines and bid on over 50 bottles of rare wine up for auction – many not available anywhere else. Tickets are $95 from the Belfry Box Office, 250-3856815. Tax receipts for a portion of the ticket price will be issued after the event.
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within the story takes place during the Revolution, in mid-1793, culminating in the assassination of Marat on July 13, 1793. “It’s very subjective, so audience members will take away something different. Each person’s experience will be different,” said Dane Smith, who plays de Sade. Christine van Reeuwyk He cites the foreword as being indicative of the Oak Bay News experience: “The important thing is to pull yourOnce again, expect the unexpected from the self up by your own hair to turn yourself inside out Canadian College of the Performing Arts this and see the whole world with fresh eyes – Peter Weiss.” month. “He thought it was a good mirror of sorts,” Smith With crazy people on stage in a play-within-asaid. “(Tait) really wants to mirror play and the impromptu nature that kind of upheaval that may be nurtured by the director, anything coming (with the election).” can happen during their latest The director promoted natural production, The Persecution and development of their characters. Assassination of Jean-Paul Marat Q Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; “(Tait) is very hands-on and as Performed by the Inmates of the Friday at 2 p.m. and action driven … he gets us to break Asylum of Charenton Under the 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2 everything down into actions. I Direction of the Marquis de Sade. p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and beg. I entreat,” said Gabriel MacDirector James Fagan Tait Sunday at 2 p.m. donald who plays Marat. “He directed Company C’s sold-out wants it to be completely organic productions of Six Characters In every time we reconstruct it.” Search of an Author last year that “He wants it to come from us as individuals,” featured interaction with the audience. He noticed just how much students got from the interactive Smith agreed. “A big part of this show is … there’s experience and wanted to do something like that an element of danger that we are crazy and the audience is exposed to that.” again. The Company C members also work alongside “(The Persecution and Assassination) is a fairly immersive piece, the audience is the bourgeois professional set designers, light designers, music audience of 1808,” Tait said. “It’s done in a com- directors, stage-managers and others to learn pletely entertaining way, with music, with sexual- every aspect of stagecraft. The Persecution and Assassination of Jean-Paul ity, with political rants … it’s fantastic. It’s very entertaining not just dry as dust. And it’s in an Marat as Performed by the Inmates of the Asylum asylum, you never know what’s going to happen.” of Charenton Under the Direction of the Marquis de The cast of 15 in Company C – third-year stu- Sade runs Oct. 22 to 25 at CCPA in Oak Bay, 1701 dents at CCPA learning the business in hands-on Elgin Rd. The company is preparing for coming producroles – embark on a mental and political journey into the historical Charenton Asylum where they tions of The Great Gatsby from Dec. 3 to 6 and immerse audiences in a retelling of the assassina- Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods from Jan. 28 to Feb. 6, 2016. tion of French revolutionary Jean-Paul Marat. For tickets and box office information contact “It was a response to where the world was at the time,” Tait said of the play written by Peter Weiss the Canadian College of Performing Arts Box Office at 250-595-9970. Tickets are available online in 1963. The main story is set in 1808, after the French at ccpacanada.eventbrite.ca. cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com Revolution; the play directed by Marquis de Sade
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Time to do the Time Warp again this Halloween Oak Bay influence plays big in this month’s production of the Rocky Horror Show
stein Place, inside, they find that a deliciously charming yet utterly unpredictable transvestite throwing a party for his unusual friends … and Brad and Janet are the guests of honour. The story was also brought to the big screen by actors Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick in the 1975 cult classic, the Rocky Horror Picture Show. “All of us took inspiration from the movie (in addition to the play) because in this case the movie is so iconic,” Woodland says. RKO came together last year specifically to mount the production. Greeted by soldout crowds, the crew decided to return this year with an all-star cast of 15 local actors and an expanded run at the Metro Theatre, opening next week under the direction of Atomic Vaudeville’s Britt Small. “Britt is really good and pushing us to what we can do with the characters,” Woodland says,
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You might say that if it weren’t for Oak Bay’s Canadian College of Performing Arts, locals might not be able to enjoy this Halloween’s stage production of that camp-theatre favourite, the Rocky Horror Show. Mounted for the second year by Rebel Knock Out Productions, “three of the four founding members of RKO attended the Canadian College of Performing Arts, which is right in Oak Bay, so we all feel like Oak Bay is an old home,” says actress Candace Woodland, a founding member of RKO and the company’s Photo submitted marketing director. RKO Productions reprises its production of the Rocky Horror Show Oct. 22 to 31 Fellow CCPA grads Sarah at the Metro Theatre. From left: Candace Woodland as Columbia, Griffin Lea as Dr. Anne Murphy and Kelly Frank N’ Furter and Jana Morrison as Magenta. Hudson are also co-founders, along with Griffin Lea, performed in with the relationMajors, and John Han, who who plays Dr. Frank N’ Furter. ship between the actors and plays a Phantom and is the The work ethic and diverse the audience,” Woodland says, music director. skills taught at CCPA are evipointing to the audience inter“You could dent in RKO’s action with call-outs and props definitely work. In that has developed around say that RKO addition to Rocky Horror. wouldn’t exist Woodland’s Q Rebel Knock Out (RKO) “Last year the energy and if it weren’t for multiple Productions presents The mood of the audience really the wonderful hats, includRocky Horror Show: Live at directed the kind of show we connections ing playing the Metro Studio Theatre, put on,” she says. we all made the Time 1141 Quadra St. Oct. 22, The 183-seat Metro Theatre at the CCPA, Warp-dancing 23, 25, 28, 29 and 30 at 8 also plays a role. “When I’m tucked right Columbia, p.m. and Oct. 24 and 31 at doing my tap solo, I’m about 10 into Oak Bay,” Murphy, who 7 and 10 p.m. feet from the front row.” says Woodplays Janet Tickets are $30 (before fees A satirical play on the horror land, who had Weiss, is also and taxes), available through and science fiction “B-movies” performed in choreograwww.ticketrocket.co Kaleidoscope’s of the mid-20th century, the pher, while For more information about story follows straight-laced Rocky Horror Hudson, who the show, visit sweethearts Brad Majors and production plays Riff rkoproductions.com Janet Weiss who find themwith Lea sevRaff, is proselves stranded in the woods eral years ago. duction manduring a suspicious thunder“I think to ager. storm. me it’s different from classic Other CCPA alumni in the With no choice but to ask for musical theatre but it’s also cast include Jana Morrison, as Portable help at the terrifying Frankenthe most inclusive show I’ve Magenta, R.J. Peters, as Brad
noting that in her case, playing Columbia – “a role I never thought I could play” – has been a departure from many of the classic or dramatic roles she had tackled previously. “So Columbia is very close to my heart ... You get to explore this side of yourself you wouldn’t ever get to show in real life.” The gritty reboot of this timeless classic features “riproaring rock-n’ roll numbers like Sweet Transvestite and Time Warp performed by a live five-piece band sure to have audience members singing and dancing in their seats, along with Rocky Horror cult culture-inspired audience prop kits, and “thrillingly sexy performances in Dr. Frank N’ Furter’s weird and wonderful world of uninhibited thinking.” editor@oakbaynews.com
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CONTESTS AUTO SERVICES FREE REMOVAL of all vehicles, cash paid for some. Any condition. Call (250)889-5383
CARS 2010 CHEVY Cobalt LT, 4 door, black, power everything, auto, A/C, less then 73,000km, $8,000 with full tank of gas! Call 250-634-8586.
RENTALS MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT PARKING SPACE near Lansdowne Camosun College. 3 min. walk to campus. Only $75/mo. Save $55/mo (or more for long-term). Chris, 250-595-0370.
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OFFICE/RETAIL COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR LEASE 1292 Main St., Smithers. 5920 sq. ft. Available Jan. 2016. Please email svalu67@telus.net for more information.
TOWNHOUSES LAVENDER CO-OP is accepting applications for a quiet, bright 3 bdrm townhouse, garage/storage, W/D hookup, fenced backyard. $1051/mo. Share purchase $2500. Gross income $47,000+. Applications available in the glass case outside the Community Hall at 10A-620 Judah St.
2006 VESPA LX50- as new, only 1,300 km, helmet included. $2000 obo. Call (250)4774607.
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2008 HONDA Motorcycle, 919 (red). Only 22,000 km. Just serviced. No drops. $4,900. Call (250)361-0052.
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ALLHOME Reno’s & Restorations: Kitchens, bath, additions, re-modeling. We build custom homes. Decks, railings & fences. 35 yrs experience. General maintenance. Comm/Res. 250-213-7176.
LANDSCAPE & TREE Care Lawns, garden, tree pruning/shaping, hedge trimming, design, monthly maintenance. Insured, reliable. References. Call Andrew, 250-893-3465.
BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Painting, Repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071.
PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Wes 250-812-7774.
SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.
(250)858-6747. WRIGHT Bros Moving&Hauling.Free estimate $80=(2men&3tontruck)Sr Disc.
DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.
ELECTRICAL 250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779. KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Company. Res/Com. Lic #86952. Call 250-415-7991.
FENCING ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.
GARDENING (250)208-8535. YARD & garden overgrown? Tree/hedge pruning. Leaf pickup Soil, mulch delivery 25yrs exp, Refs DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141.
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS (250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free estimate
ABBA Exteriors Inc. “Fall Clean-Up Specialsâ€? Gutter & Window Cleaning Concrete Power Washing Vinyl Siding Cleaning Roof Sweep & De-Mossing Carpentry * Yard Cleanup Handyman Repairs Free Estimates WCB Insured, BBB CertiďŹ ed; Now accepting Visa/ MC *Seniors Discounts* (778)433-9275 www.abbaexteriors.ca Locally owned Family business
ALWAYS BRIGHT & Clean. Grand Xterior Cleaning. Repairs, Gutters, roofs windows, PWash, lights. 250-380-7778.
RENO SPECIALIST- Carpentry, drywall, plumbing, tiling electric. Kitchen & bath. 20yrs exp. Fully insured. Alain 250744-8453. www.justrenoz.com
HOME IMPROVEMENTS FULL SERVICE plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.
HAULING AND SALVAGE $20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279. CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164. GARY’S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413. HAUL A WAY Clean & green. Junk & garbage removal. Free est. Fall disc. 778-350-5050 JUNK BOX- Junk Removal Company. Local guys. Low rates. Call (250)658-3944. JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK.
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RENOVATIONS SPECIALIST Carpenter&Sons. decks, fence Doors, windows, painting, drywall. Kitchen, bath, suites, Senior Disc. 250-217-8131.
MASONRY & BRICKWORK CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, ďŹ replaces,agstone rock, concrete, natural & veneered stone. Replace, rebuild, restore, renew! Free competitive est. www.cbsmasonry.com; Call (250)5899942, (250)294-9942. RAIN HAPPENS Landscape & Stonework. Call Nicolaas at (250)920-5108.
Done Right Moving $85/hr. A+ BBB. Senior Disc. No travel time before/after local moves. Penny 250-418-1747
PAINTING A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. HIGH QUALITY and FAST. Professional Painting. $20./hr. Free est. Glenn 778-967-3607. âœŤ DON’S PAINTING âœŤ (250)479-8748. 30 years exp. Interiors. Free Estimates. OLD TIMER. Quality old fashioned service. Great rates. Excellent references. Call Al at 250-474-6924, 250-888-7187.
PLUMBING FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.
UPHOLSTERY UPHOLSTER- Furn. repairs, scratches, ďŹ x springs, marine, commercial. 250-480-9822.
WINDOW CLEANING ABBA EXTERIORS Professional gutter cleaning & repairs. Window cleaning. Roof de-mossing, package discounts. “Locally owned Family businessâ€?. WCB, BBB CertiďŹ ed; Now accepting Visa/ MasterCard. (778)433-9275. ALWAYS BRIGHT & Clean. Grand Xterior Cleaning. Repairs, Gutters, roofs windows, PWash, lights. 250-380-7778. BOB’S WINDOW Cleaning, Gutters. Over 25 yrs. Licensed & affordable. 250-884-7066. DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190.
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