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During the summer months, between 12 to 14 tents are regularly set up in the tiny park, located on Caledonia Avenue between Cook and Chambers Streets. A few residents, however, have reached out to the campers and helped organize a barbecue last September as an opportunity to get to know each other. In order to address the growing homeless problem in Victoria, the city was eyeing part of Topaz Park as a site for a designated tenting area last summer, but those plans were deflated after hundreds of neighbours objected to the idea. The city is also now pondering later wakeup calls that would allow park campers to stay until 9 a.m. A recent B.C. Supreme Court ruling found that Abbotsford’s bylaws prohibiting camping in parks were unconstitutional and that homeless people can erect shelters in public spaces and parks from 7 p.m. to 9 a.m. The judge also noted that the continual displacement of the city’s homeless causes them impaired sleep, serious psychological pain and stress, and creates a risk to their health. “Ultimately, I don’t want anyone to sleep in the park,” said Victoria Coun. Jeremy Loveday. “I think parks should be available for everyone to
use at all times of the day, but I also think everyone has a right to housing and shelter.” When it comes to camping in small parks such as Kings, Loveday said council began having that discussion, but it was put off until they received more information from staff about sheltering options. A proposal to the hospital board
have adequate shelter and to not have bylaws that are unreasonably causing them harm.” David Hillman is the captain of a street block watch in Fernwood and lives less than a block away from Kings Park, which has become a popular conversation topic amongst area residents who’d like to see
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it developed into a green space they can actually use. Hillman realizes police are doing what they can to address neighbour’s concerns, but are somewhat limited with what they can do. If the city doesn’t do something by next summer, Hillman fears the problem will only get worse. “As soon as the police and bylaw officers are gone the drug dealers are there making sure everyone’s got their supplies for the day...It’s just very uncomfortable. It wasn’t like this 30 years ago,” he said. “I have a problem with the people who have serious mental issues who are yelling and screaming all night. If people just slept there, packed up and left, there wouldn’t be an issue.” editor@vicnews.com
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Thefts top crime stats in Victoria Pamela Roth Victoria News
A few months ago, Victoria police chief Frank Elsner was approached by a man who’d been the victim of a theft three times in the last two months. The first time his laptop (visible from the outside) was swiped from his unlocked home. The second time his bikes were stolen from a garage that had doors left open overnight. The third time golf clubs were taken from the front seat of his unlocked car. Elsner calls Victoria an “extremely safe” city to live, but noted there’s only so much police can do to prevent members of the public from becoming victims of crime. “My own personal philosophy is target harden your own space,” said Elsner. “Everyone has a responsibility to secure their own community. Don’t become victimized in the first place.” When it comes to crime in Victoria, statistics show the most common problem is theft. From January to the end of October, there were 1,063 thefts, which include shoplifting, stolen cell phones and bikes. There has also been 247 break-and-enters into residences (down 11.5 per cent from last year) and 196
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Victoria police officers bag clothing at the scene of a drive-by shooting in front of the Strathcona Hotel on Douglas Street in February 2013. break-and-enters into businesses (up 4.3 per cent from last year.) In the same time period, there were 115 sex offences, 967 thefts from vehicles, and 1,196 reports of assaults, which can range from bar thefts and drug debts, to common assaults among people known to each other. There’s also been 92 robberies, ranging from a simple push to masked men brandishing a weapon at a medical marijuana dispensary. Elsner noted much of the crime happens downtown where not a lot of people live. Many of the thefts are crimes of opportunity and pertain to bikes stolen out of people’s
yards. In order to help combat bike thefts, police started a bike registry last July that now has more than 450 bikes registered. The registration helps officers reunite found or seized bikes with their rightful owners in a timely manner. It has also decreased the number of stolen bikes and increased the amount of bikes recovered. “What we found was over a 50 per cent increase in the number of bikes that we can return to owners,” said Elsner, adding he was happy with that number. When it comes to preventing crime, officers go to the department’s
operations council, which regularly identifies areas of priority within Victoria and Esquimalt. The priority areas are selected based on the analysis of
crime and disorder trends in addition to the consideration of “community intelligence,” and is something police haven’t typically done in the past. So far, Elsner said police have had some great success. “I call it the Gretzky model. Gretzky was successful because he wasn’t where the puck was, but where it was going to be. We want to be able to put our officers in the best position to be successful,” he said. “Through our analytics we can determine where crimes are more likely to be committed and put our officers in those areas to be proactive and successful.” The first week of the month was crime prevention week in B.C. For more information on how to prevent crime visit vicpd.ca. editor@vicnews.com
From January to the end of October, there has been: n 1,196 assaults. n 247 break-and-enters into residences. For the same time in 2014, there were 279. n 196 break-and-enters into businesses. For the same time in 2014, there were 188. n 761 bike thefts. For the same time in 2014, there were 603. n 1,032 reports of mischief. For the same time in 2014, there were 845. n 1,063 reports of theft. n 115 sex offences. Source: Victoria police
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Council explores alternative ways to help homeless population
The City of Victoria is looking at alternative ways to help the city’s growing homeless population. During last Thursday’s council meeting, councillors voted to have Mayor Lisa Helps write to municipalities in the CRD asking them to amend their bylaws to permit homeless people to overnight in parks. The motion comes in response to a landmark decision made by the B.C. Supreme Court last month in which Justice Christopher Hinkson struck down the City of Abbotsford’s bylaw prohibiting sleeping in public space between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. and the city’s request for a permanent injunction against homeless camping. In Victoria, Coun. Geoff Young, who put forward the motion, said municipalities such as Sidney, Saanich and Oak Bay do not currently permit overnight camping in parks. “I think that is it important that all municipalities should adjust their bylaws, partly to relieve the burden on our camps,” he said. “We know that there is some camping in other municipalities and I expect there to be more if other cities do let them.” Most councillors agreed it’s about being able to find balance between letting the city’s homeless shelter in parks, while also keeping them safe for families and people who use the parks. In another option to help the city’s growing homeless population, city staff have recommended allocating up to $45,000 and $35,000 to establishing a one-year pilot project storage facility for homeless people to store their belongings and a one-year social service outreach pilot project. The recommendation is part of the Action Plan for Housing, Supports and City Services for Sheltering in City Parks.
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Licenced medical marijuana stores in Victoria could soon be paying an annual licence fee between $4,000 to $5,000, according to a proposal by city staff. Currently, there are 23 known medical marijuana-related businesses operating in Victoria, only four of which possess business licenses. The proposal comes in response to preliminary engagement with affected businesses, residents and stakeholders. In Vancouver, for-profit pot shops must pay $30,000 in licensing fees.
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When Jill Morton’s finger nails started to turn blue, she knew something was wrong. It began when she was in her 20s. Her nails would suddenly turn blue and she had several small strokes. She also felt faint when climbing up stairs or an incline. For nearly 15 years, the Victoria resident had odd symptoms but was never diagnosed, despite a series of tests that all came back negative. After several advancements in technology in 1991, Morton finally had the answer she had been searching for, for more than a decade. She was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension, a rare debilitating disease in which high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs can lead to heart failure. It begins when arteries in the lungs become blocked, making it difficult for blood to flow to the lungs. Pulmonary hypertension can be a result of lupus, use of street drugs, blood clots, or in Morton’s case, from an atrial septal defect or a hole in her heart that she’s had since birth. “I was kind of in shock. On the other hand I felt really vindicated because it had taken me 15 years to get a diagnosis,” said Morton. “During that 15 years, I’d been told by a lot of doctors, most of them were males, that I was crazy. There was nothing wrong with me, it was
all in my head, that I needed to see a psychiatrist.” The diagnosis, more than 20 years ago, has changed the now 58-year-old’s life dramatically. Her husband left after being unable to cope with the condition and her daughter has become her primary caregiver. “She grows up waiting for her mommy to die,” Morton said, adding that although she doesn’t need an oxygen tank, she needs to conserve her energy as much as possible.
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Now, Morton is part of a support group on Vancouver Island where a dozen women come together and discuss the latest treatments for the condition. November is pulmonary hypertension month and Morton hopes sharing her story will bring attention to the condition that even some doctors are not aware of. “If you’re short of breath on inclines and stairs or fatigued or you’re noticing that your lips and fingernails turn blue, that’s well past the time when you should be asking for a referral,” she said. The group meets once a month in Duncan and Langford on the fourth Wednesday. The next meeting is Nov. 25 at the Whitespot in Langford. Participants are encouraged to wear purple as a show of support. kendra.wong@vicnews.com
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Garrison, Rankin named to NDP shadow cabinet Esquimalt-SaanichSooke MP Randall Garrison has been appointed a prominent role in the NDP shadow cabinet. Last week, Garrison was appointed as national defence and LGBTQ issues critic by NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair. “We have a lot of work cut out for us and we’re ready to get results for Canadians,” said Garrison. “The NDP team in Ottawa is strong, experienced and will work hard to ensure
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Lock it or lose it The beginning of November marked crime prevention week in B.C. Tip sheets were released each day throughout the week, touching on topics such as violence against women, abuse of older adults, distracted driving, street harassment and robbery prevention. Every day across the province, citizens are impacted by the effects of crime in our communities. Awareness is the best protection, but many people don’t realize that simple actions — such as locking your doors — can make a difference not only in their lives, but the lives of those in their communities. One man in Victoria has learned this the hard way. A few months ago, Victoria’s police chief was approached by the man who’d been the victim of a theft three times in the last two months. The first time his laptop (visible from the outside) was swiped from his unlocked home. The second time his bikes were stolen from a garage that had doors left open overnight. The third time golf clubs were taken from the front seat of his unlocked car. In a perfect world, we wouldn’t need locks on our doors to keep us and our valuables safe at night, but locks are there for a reason. Those who don’t use them are inviting thieves to help themselves. Investigating the three thefts took up valuable time for officers who have a lot of important work to tackle throughout the city. These thefts could have easily been prevented — just like many other crimes that occur on a daily basis in the community. Crime prevention week is a good reminder of the steps we can take to prevent ourselves from becoming victims of crime, but many of them are simply common sense. Everyone has a responsibility to secure their own property so they don’t become victimized in the first place. It’s like the old saying goes — lock it or lose it. The Victoria 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 888687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
Green shift returns, goes global Liberals considered the environment We will soon learn what Premier ministry a mere public relations tool. Christy Clark and Prime Minister Justin This was the period when Canada signed Trudeau have in mind for Canada’s on to the Kyoto Protocol, then pretended renewed effort to influence climate to care about it as the United States change. rejected it in a unanimous vote As they prepare to join of Congress. the 40,000 people jetting to We now understand more Paris for the next big United about those environmental Nations summit to deal groups, most funded by with human impact on the U.S. billionaires to target the world’s weather, here is some Canadian oil and gas industry context for what is to come in while the U.S. booms. Their December and beyond. tactics were on display in the Foreign Affairs Minister defeat of the Keystone XL Stéphane Dion served as oil pipeline to the U.S., with environment minister under arguments that even President former Liberal prime minister Tom Fletcher Barack Obama acknowledged Paul Martin. Then, as Liberal B.C. Views were exaggerated. leader, Dion’s proposed Dion’s ill-fated “green shift” “green shift” carbon tax was wasn’t just about greenhouse gases. He pivotal only in ending his leadership. With a majority government this time, he intended to impose a national carbon tax and use the proceeds to eliminate child promises the entire federal cabinet will poverty. be involved. This concept is back, on a global Dion gave a revealing interview to scale. If you’ve been to the movies lately, The Globe and Mail last week about his you may have seen a slick animated experience in government. commercial sponsored by the UN, “The old system was to give the file of featuring animals running the world from the environment to the minister of the the seats of the General Assembly. “We environment and say, ‘deal with it, be have a plan,” trumpets the elegant llama the hero of the environment groups, but at the podium, not only to fix climate don’t bother us because we have jobs to change but to eliminate poverty as well. create and an economy to grow’,” Dion One problem with Kyoto was that it said. “That will not work.” left emerging economies like China and It certainly didn’t work, which is not India untouched. And while Canada surprising since Dion is admitting the
endures false allegations of subsidizing fossil fuels, actual subsidies are huge in petro-states like Venezuela, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Algeria and Indonesia, where gasoline sells on average at a third of Canadian prices. China and India’s carbon emissions have about tripled since the Kyoto public relations gesture in 1997. That growth is one reason why Canada’s share of global emissions has now fallen to below two per cent. Here in B.C., Clark intends to unveil her “Climate 2.0” plan before heading to Paris. We’ll see if it includes another increase in B.C.’s vaunted carbon tax, which now translates to about seven cents on a litre of gasoline. Even without carbon taxes, about a third of the pump price Canadians pay is federal, provincial and local tax. In Metro Vancouver, it’s closer to 40 per cent. In Venezuela, a big winner in the Keystone XL decision, gas sells for around two cents a litre. The B.C. government admits its postcarbon tax reduction in greenhouse gas emissions was largely due to the global recession of 2008-09. Now with crude oil at historic low prices, B.C.’s carbon tax is a weak signal lost in the noise of a worldwide glut of oil and gas. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Moves into new facility Pamela Roth Victoria News Harbouring a broken soul from years of abuse in her home country of Guyana, Diane Holder moved from Toronto to Victoria in 2003 to experience warmer winters and connect with nature. She was homeless at the time and came across a sign at a community centre about Bridges for Women — a nonprofit agency that provides employment training and support programs for women impacted by violence or abuse. Once she found housing a year later, Diane enrolled with Bridges, marking the beginning of a new journey that gave her confidence she never knew she had. “I experienced a lot of traumas in my life and I was going through a spiritual awakening where I knew why this and that happened and why this person was a part of it,” said Diane. “You have to let it go and move into your life and take responsibility.” Hearing stories like Diane’s brings tears to Victoria’s Pruden’s eyes. Working as the executive
director for Bridges, Pruden said the volume of people it serves has grown substantially, forcing the agency to move four months ago into a bigger space and new location on Douglas Street. Bridges now has double the space it had before, allowing employees to run three full time classes at the same time and accommodate at least 50 more trauma counselling sessions per month. There’s also an expanded computer lab with 15 stations and two full kitchens that provide hot lunches on a regular basis. “In the old space it was a nightmare. On our busiest days we have 60 or 70 women in here taking classes,” said Pruden. “We create a women’s community here of people that care about each other and care about the future together, and how we’re doing physically, emotionally, spiritually, financially, which you don’t always get, especially in an urban environment where people can be very disconnected.” Last year, Bridges helped more than 200 women complete full time programming
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Staff and friends of Bridges for Women celebrated moving in to their new expanded location with an Open House Grand Opening at 1809 Douglas Street. Bridges for Women is a community agency that supplies employment training and supportive programs for women impacted by violence or abuse. Bridges has been in operation in Victoria since 1988. and had another 135 intake assessments with referrals to other services. An additional 358 women walked in for support. Some were experiencing a crisis. The cases that program manager Jenny Holder sees have more complexity than before now that technology is being used to track people down and
harass them. Staff have also been dealing with a lot more cases of women immigrating to Canada with their spouse in search of a better life, only to find themselves isolated and abused. As for why Bridges is getting busier, Jenny believes it’s because more women are seeking help.
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“It’s always been in the fabric of our communities and that still remains the same. What’s changing is that people are getting help and speaking out and they’re able to break out of those cycles,” she said. “The more people we can reach, the better off our whole community is when the most vulnerable people are being
helped and in turn able to contribute to the community.” Bridges for Women was established in Victoria in 1988 and offers women a six-month employment program that prepares them for the workforce, trauma counselling and mentoring, among other programs.
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omen’s Enterprise Centre marks two decades providing essential support for BC women entrepreneurs Women entrepreneurs face unique challenges in starting and growing their business. Confidence issues, lack of access to networks and mentors, a lower level of business training and management experience and challenges with work-life balance can affect women in all stages of business and prevent them from reaching their economic potential. For the past 20 years, Women’s Enterprise Centre (WEC) has provided services designed to help women overcome these barriers. The non-profit has offices in Victoria, Vancouver and Kelowna and offers business loans, skills training, advice, mentors, resources and a supportive community to women across the province. Funded by Western Economic Diversification Canada,
WEC exists so all aspiring and existing women business owners in BC can be full contributors to the economy, and the organization’s impact over the past two decades is remarkable. Since its inception, WEC has: • Provided business loans to over 550 BC businesses, which has helped generate almost $1.4 billion in economic activity and has created or maintained over 2,000 jobs in BC. • Conducted almost 56,000 free business advisory sessions to help women address their business challenges, develop start-up and growth strategies and create an impact in their communities. • Trained 22,700 entrepreneurs in 1,740 workshops to give them the practical skills to run a business in key areas such as marketing, financial management, business growth and HR. • Matched 852 women entrepreneurs with mentors – experienced small busi-
ness owners who offer advice, guidance and support – since launching its mentoring program in 2007. WEC credits its supportive community of partners, volunteers, storytellers and mentors for its success, noting that the majority of its volunteers begin as clients. “Many women initially come to us for a business loan or advisory services. As they overcome their challenges and start to grow, they are empowered to become leaders in their own business and community,” says Dawn McCooey, Skills Development Manager for Women’s Enterprise Centre in the Victoria office. “Their real-world knowledge and experience is invaluable for other women in business.” On average, WEC partners with over 90 organizations a year to bring relevant training, events and mentors to communities all over BC where local demand exists. This allows
WEC to service the diverse needs of women in the various regions throughout the province. Over the years, WEC has been recognized with awards for its accomplishments, knowledge of entrepreneurship and small business support. But McCooey says the real reward is watching their clients succeed. “Our clients are being recognized for their work and leadership and serving as role models for the next generation.” For more information on Women’s Enterprise Centre, visit womensenterprise. ca.
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Welcome to the Victoria News’s Women in Business section, our annual celebration of local women making a difference both in their fields and in the greater community. This long-standing connection between the Victoria News and local business women recognizes
the impact women have in our region, whether they’re making their mark in small business, industry, finance or the non-profit sector. We have women leaders in the arts and sports, transportation and education, and we celebrate many here in this special supplement in the
Victoria News. Read about Bridges for Women, the guest charity at our annual Women in Business reception Thursday at the Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe, and about the amazing successes of the Women’s Enterprise Centre. In our Milestone Women feature, meet
some of the many enterprising women at work in our community – women from their teens through their 60s who represent the diversity of Victoria. It’s these women, and the many more like them, who help make this the vibrant, dynamic community it is.
10th annual Vital Signs report Victoria is a beautiful city. It offers a multitude of things to do at any given time — eat at familyrun restaurants, stop in mom and pop clothing stores, enjoy a walk along the Inner Harbour or go on a spirited trail run. It's no secret why more than 78,000 people choose to call Victoria home, along with the millions of tourists who choose to visit the region annually. But what do residents think are the important issues in the community? Where are we succeeding and where do we need improvement? The Victoria Foundation seeks to answer those questions as part of its 10th annual Vital Signs report — a 60-page document summarizing what Victorians think of the quality of life in Greater Victoria, what are the major issues facing residents and a breakdown of the demographics. The foundation conducted an online survey of more than 2,000 people, asking residents to grade a number of issues including arts and culture, belonging and engagement, economy,
environmental stability, health and wellness, housing, standard of living and transportation. Most of the letter grades given to the 12 issues discussed in the report remained the same as last year, but standard of living and sense of belonging have gone up slightly. Transportation was the only issue to get a lower grade, with the average coming in at a B- versus C+ in 2014. This year, 89 per cent of residents described themselves as happy, 74 per cent are happy in their job and are satisfied with work, and 81 per cent said it is likely or very likely they will be living and working in the area 10 years from now. Residents were also asked what the best things about Greater Victoria were. Topping this year's list was the natural environment, climate, air quality, walkability, parks and a feeling of safety. Rasool Rayani, board chair of the Victoria Foundation, said the report provides significant input into the community. “As the region’s largest non-government funder, it’s vitally important for us to have our
finger on the pulse of the community. Connecting this knowledge with strategic philanthropy is what we do,” he said. “Vital Signs gives us a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities in our region, and allows us to share this knowledge with others for the betterment of us all.” The report is also a good indicator of residents' concerns in the community. Topping this list was the cost of living, housing, mental illness, homelessness and transportation. Twenty-six per cent of residents feel high or overwhelming stress associated with personal finances as well. The Vital Signs report is part of a nation-wide initiative, coordinated by Community Foundations of Canada. A total of 28 community foundations across the country released local Vital Signs report cards this year.
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The fourth-year midfielder for the University of Victoria Vikes women’s field hockey team is a three-time Canada West all-star who earned her second all-Canadian nod this season. The current Canadian senior national team member is co-captain of the 2015 Vikes, but is also an exceptional student-athlete and role model. Leahy has devoted countless hours between her Vancouver-based national team training and her commitments in Victoria. The Victoria native is constantly giving back, finding time in the fall to coach the Oak Bay High School field hockey team for the past four seasons, while also helping coach in the Victoria Junior League and the UVic Rising Stars program. In late summer, Leahy travelled to Los Angeles where she watched and interacted with Special Olympics athletes as they competed at the highest possible level — the World Games. She was there as a Student Ambassador for UVic and attended a conference where they were able to discuss ideas of diversity and inclusion with some of the top initiative builders in the field. Leahy is also a representative for the women’s field hockey team on the UVic Vikes Varsity Council and in November, hopes to get involved with the Special Olympics program in Victoria. What do people look to you for guidance about? I am often asked for advice on how to speak clearly and appropriately to people of authority (professors, coaches) which is ironic because this is often an area in which I also seek help from others! I think I have also showed that there is more than one good way of doing things. I have not taken the traditional route towards many of the accomplishments in my life, and it is important for others to know that there are multiple ways of arriving at the same destination, and you
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What do people look to you for guidance about? Most people come to see me for immigration advices and guidance on how to qualify and go through the immigration application and process. However, in my mentor role I get to offer advice to business students on their career choices. What's the most cherished piece of advice received from a woman in your life? My childhood piano teacher from Beijing told me that I should go away to see the world to see other places and observe other people’s lives to find out what and where would
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What's your most unforgettable experience? My music studies in Huddersfield, U.K. At the beginning, I did not like where I was but eventually I grew to love what I learned and came to appreciate the dedication and passion my teachers had. This added to my love of music.
For what traits would you like to be remembered? I am a perfectionist and like to make sure I always do the best for whatever I choose to do for myself and for others. I
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Marilyn MacLean Denton is Trade Commissioner for Vancouver Island and Head of the Victoria office of the Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada. She started her international career as a teacher of english, music and drama in Jamaica under the Canadian University Service Overseas (CUSO) program. Her work in international trade began with the Trade Facilitation Office of Canada in 1990. She was one of two founding staff for the Foundation for Educational Exchange between Canada and the U.S., the Fulbright Scholarship Program. In 1993, Marilyn joined Foreign Affairs & International Trade Canada (DFAIT), as the Education Marketing Officer and was responsible for establishing the Canadian Education Centre Network, Canada’s initial international education marketing program. From 2007 to 2009, she also served as Senior Trade Commissioner/Commercial Counsellor for Pakistan and Afghanistan, based in Islamabad. Two years in the Vancouver regional office followed, where she covered building products, construction, forest industries, architectural and engineering services with a focus on “green” products and services (during the 2010 Olympics). In August 2011, she was assigned to the Victoria office. As Trade Commissioner for Vancouver Island, she covers all sectors on the island and is also responsible for ocean industries and shipbuilding sectors for the Pacific region (BC and Yukon). What do people look to you for guidance about? As a member of the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS), my job is to help qualified Canadian companies and organizations succeed globally by promoting the economic interests of Canada in the global marketplace. The TCS has trade offices across Canada and in 170 offices around the world. TCS provides Canadian businesses with on-the-ground intelligence, qualified contacts, partnership opportunities and practical advice on foreign markets to help businesses make better,
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or Jodi Holland, sharing a passion for healthy eating has been a highlight of her time with Thrifty Foods in Victoria. The Manager of Dietitian Services, Jodi is several months into a year-long maternity leave term with Thrifty Foods. When the opportunity to work with Thrifty Foods came available, she was eager to be able to engage with so many people about their health and wellness. “This is a fabulous opportunity to be able to reach, and perhaps influence, people right at the point when they are making their nutrition decisions. What you put in your grocery cart, you likely put in your body,” reflects Jodi, who moved to Victoria from Edmonton with her family three years ago. “I still marvel at how the grass is green in the winter,” she laughs. As a registered dietitian for 18 years, Jodi has enjoyed working with families and individuals when they have needed help to become well, as well as when they are trying to maintain or achieve their
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Registered dietitian Jodi Holland says eggs are her go-to ingredient as a versatile protein choice. wellness goals. “Being able to help someone improve their health, confidence and enjoyment of food is very rewarding,” she says. “Healthy eating does not have to be complicated or expensive. I think taking the time to plan our meals in advance, teaching our children how to choose and prepare healthy food, and mindfully enjoying a satisfying meal is where we should put our focus.”
Like many women, when life gets busy with her two sons, or keeping her body active with yoga and ballet, finding time to prepare healthy meals can be a challenge. When Jodi faces those days, she turns to eggs as her go-to ingredient. “This versatile protein source can be transformed into an omelet, sandwich or yummy French toast in no time. Simply add the veggies and fruit to fill half your plate, and voila, dinner!”
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Victoria residents can help feed hungry schoolchildren in the community by simply eating out this week. On Thursday, Nov. 19, 39 local restaurants will be participating in From Breakfast to Beethoven, a oneday fundraiser to help raise funds to feed students at George Jay Elementary School. According to Karen Clarke, a volunteer with the fundraiser, roughly 30 per cent of students arrive hungry every morning. The volunteer group hopes to raise $10,000 to provide nutritious breakfasts for students that will include smoothies, muffins, yogurt, fruit and toast. The Victoria Conservatory of Music is also introducing students to music through the children's music jour-
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13:52 mark of the second period during the first meeting back on Sept. 10. Gregory Maggio stopped all 18 shots the last time these two teams met for his second shutout of the season. Anthony Ciurro and Sean Wendlandt, who was released after suffering a long-term injury back in September, have also recorded shutouts against the Islanders. Kameron Fink and Nathan Looysen scored twice in the 8-0 win while singles went to Dom Kolbeins, Cody Hodges, Ryan Vorster, and Nico Somerville. Hodges’ marker gives him 10 goals in his last six games.
Kolbeins extended his point streak to 19 games. Looysen continues to lead the VIJHL in scoring with 51 points after adding two more assists to his already two goals. The trio of Hodges, Kolbeins, and Looysen hold the hot hand versus the Islanders. Hodges has four goals and six assists, Kolbeins has three goals and seven assists, and Looysen has two goals and seven assists in the season series. Between the pipes, Ciurro and Maggio sit 1-2 in the VIJHL. Ciurro, who leads the league with four shutouts, is 10-2-1-0 and has compiled a 1.64 goals against average and .935 save percentage. Maggio has been
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Royals taken down by Thunderbirds The Victoria Royals allowed two goals 14 seconds apart as they fell 3-1 to the Seattle Thunderbirds in front of a sold out crowd at the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre on Saturday. Seattle’s Mathew Barzal broke a 1-1 tie with five minutes remaining in the second period
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From a distance, the sport of flyboarding might look a bit ridiculous. Riders tie a board onto their feet, fasten their lifejacket and helmet, strap a jet ski onto their back, wade out to Ogden Point and try to stand up straight in the water. Harnessing the power of a jet ski, the propulsion of the water shoots down a 60 foot hose and out the bottom of the board. The water pressure propels the rider several feet into the air. A hand-held throttle allows the rider to do backflips and move around in the air. “It's so fun. You're flying, you're controlling your flight,” said Blaine Jeffery, a Saanich resident and flyboard enthusiast. “A lot of things, you go up and go back down. But with this, you can stay up, fly around and look at the water and the trees. You really do feel like you're a superhero.” The unusual sport was invented by Franky Zapata and made its debut in 2012. Riders can go out almost any day of the year (barring strong winds and choppy waters) and practice, doing variations of backflips, spins, dives and reverse tricks. There are different ways you can grab the board and style tricks as well.
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FREE ITEMS 50 FREE BBC Good Food magazines, perfect condition. Call (250)595-3210. FREE 24.5 1975 Fiberform Cutty Cabin (model 24KS75232) 1975 Mercrusier, 27’ with swim grid. 1998 replace fuel tank installed 60 Poly gal tank replaced new transform & springers with treated wood. Wood paneling has been removed & new panels are cut ready to install. boat needs some tender loving car... No boat trailer, put in storage for 3 years, engine & outdrive in working order. Price = your haul. Call (250)658-1859.
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FREE ANTIQUE HP Nelson Concert Grand piano and stool. Call (250)478-9809 or (250)361-6743.
FRIENDLY FRANK BREAD MAKER- Hamilton Beach, 2lb capicity, used rarely, like new. $45 250-656-2477
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LRG CHRISTMAS cactus, blooms 2x a year, coral color, $30. Call (250)383-5390. SPOOL OF English pure lead stripping for leaded windows. $99. Call 250-479-0700. TREADMILL, $90. (250)652-1348.
VOLUNTEERS FAMILY SERVICES of Greater Victoria seeks a front desk attendant to receive phone calls and walk-in traffic. This is an excellent volunteer opportunity for someone with a background in, or a desire to enter, social work, counselling, legal services, or a related field. Training, teamwork and support will be provided. Call 250-386-2269. THE SALVATION Army Victoria Addictions & Rehabilitation Centre is looking for friendly and outgoing people to lead and participate in evening and afternoon programs to create a social outlet and positive living experience for residents. Ideas include game nights, movie nights, music nights, book club and art therapy. Call 250-386-2269. YMCA-YWCA seeks a family play time volunteers to provide excellent customer service to members and participants who access drop-in child and youth programs. Reporting to the Child and Youth Programmer, the volunteer(s) assist the instructors and engage children and youth in activities. Shifts are at the Downtown YMCAYWCA facility, on Saturdays from 10am-12pm or Sundays from 11am-1pm. Call 250-3862269.
PERSONAL SERVICES MIND BODY & SPIRIT KRIPALU MASSAGE, Reiki, Acupressure, Chair Massage. I have relaxed clients that have been with me for 5-12 years. See testimonials on website. Women only. Located in beautiful setting off the Gorge. Call 250-514-6223 or online: www.andreakober.com Take $20 off your second booked massage!
CHIP-REVERSE MORTGAGE Seniors-55 yrs. or older can now borrow up to 50% Equity of your home and NEVER have to pay back as long as you live in your home Call: 250-818-9636 www.joesingh.ca GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com NEED A loan? Own property? Have bad credit? We can help! Call toll free 1-866-405-1228 firstandsecondmortgages.ca TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Home Movies to DVD. Also, Portraiture, Baby, Family + Maternity. 250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE BICYCLES MOUNTAIN BIKE, (ladies) 18 speed, red/black. Good condition. Asking $65. obo. Call (778)432-3588.
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FUEL/FIREWOOD ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING sale. “Really big sale-year end clear out!� 21x22 $5,190 25x24 $5,988 27x28 $7,498 30x32 $8,646 35x34 $11,844 42x54 $16,386. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewelry. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700.
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS RENTABLE GORGE CONDO Treelane Estates one bed condo; Pleasant Views to Sooke Hills. Steel & Concrete bldg. Rents $900/month. Guest Suite; Laundry each floor; Kayak Strg Resident Mgr. HOT PRICE $192,900. Velma Sproul, Royal LePage 250213-2858
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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.
WANTED TO RENT WANT TO Rent in Brentwood Sidney area, 3 bdrms, W/D, for a single responsible women w/2 children, no pets, nonsmoker by Dec 15, max $1500. Please leave msg at 250-893-9155 preferably after 5pm.
TRANSPORTATION AUTO SERVICES FREE REMOVAL of all vehicles, cash paid for some. Any condition. Call (250)889-5383
CARS RENTALS TOWNHOUSES LAVENDER CO-OP is accepting applications for a private, bright 2 bdrm townhouse, W/D hookup, inside/outside storage, backyard. $930/mo. Share purchase $2500. Gross income $42,000 +. Applications available in the glass case outside the Community Hall at 10A-620 Judah St.
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KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Company. Res/Com. Lic #86952. Call 250-415-7991.
250-380-7778 GRAND Xterior Cleaning. Repairs, Gutters, de-moss, roofs windows, PWash, Christmas lights.
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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.
ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.
250-507-6543. AL’S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, power washing, de-moss, Insured.
RENO SPECIALIST- Carpentry, drywall, plumbing, tiling electric. Kitchen & bath. 20yrs exp. Fully insured. Alain 250744-8453. www.justrenoz.com
BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748. JEREMIAH’S CARPENTRY Interior finish, weather proofing, decks, fences, laminate flrs, sm jobs. Reasonable. Insured. 250-857-1269. www.jeremiahscarpentry.com
CLEANING SERVICES Spik N’ Span Holiday Cleaning. Excellent rates. Esq./Vic. Senior Disc. (778)432-3588.
CONTRACTORS ALL ABOUT The Detail. Lic/Ins. 22yrs exp. Full renos. Big/small jobs. (250)418-5895
ELECTRICAL 250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779.
GARDENING (250)208-8535. YARD & garden overgrown? Tree/hedge pruning. Leaf pickup Soil, mulch delivery 25yrs exp, Refs
(250) 858-0588 - Lawn & garden maint. - Landscaping - Fences & Decks - Hedge & Tree Services - Pressure Washing Free estimates * WCB www.mowtime.ca DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141. GARDEN OVERGROWN? Cleanups, lawn cuts, pruning, blackberry clearing. Call John 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236.
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(250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free estimate
ABBA Exteriors Inc. “Fall Clean-Up Specials� Gutter & Window Cleaning Concrete Power Washing Vinyl Siding Cleaning Roof Sweep & De-Mossing Carpentry * Yard Cleanup Handyman Repairs Free Estimates WCB Insured, BBB Certified; Now accepting Visa/ MC *Seniors Discounts* (778)433-9275 www.abbaexteriors.ca Locally owned Family business
HANDYPERSONS BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Painting, Repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071. FALL CLEANUP Specials! Full yard maintenance. Home construction/reno’s. Call Chad 250-507-9933 for more info. HOUSE & Yard repairs. no job too small. OAP Discounts, free est. Andy, 250-886-3383.
$20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279.
GARY’S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413. 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. 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.
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MASONRY & BRICKWORK CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, fireplaces,flagstone 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.
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(250)858-6747. WRIGHT Bros Moving&Hauling.Free estimate $80=(2men&3tontruck)Sr Disc. Done Right Moving $85/hr. A+ BBB. Senior Disc. No travel time before/after local moves. Penny 250-418-1747
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CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164.
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ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Painting. Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years experience. 250-382-3694. 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. VICTORIAN PAINTER- experienced, courteous dependable service. Wayne, 250-885-2340.
PLUMBING FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.
PRESSURE WASHING DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.
WINDOW CLEANING 250-380-7778 GRAND Xterior Cleaning. Repairs, Gutters, de-moss, roofs windows, PWash, Christmas lights.
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Professional gutter cleaning & repairs. Window cleaning. Roof de-mossing, package discounts. “Locally owned Family business�. WCB, BBB Certified; Now accepting Visa/ MasterCard. (778)433-9275. BOB’S WINDOW Cleaning, Gutters. Over 25 yrs. Licensed & affordable. 250-884-7066. COME CLEAN windows, gutters. “Shining for You�. Insured. Free est. 250-881-6385 www.ComeCleanWindows.com DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190.
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