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Master curlers compete Skip Lynn Wilson, left, and lead Grant Marshall sweep furiously as second Jim Begg watches his throw glide down the ice during the Glen Meadows Masters Bonspiel. The competition between 32 rinks wrapped up Friday, Feb. 17. For more photos and results, see the photo gallery online at peninsulanewsreview. com/sports. Christine van Reeuwyk News staff

Sidney by the Sea Rotary drops dinner Council holds out hope another group will serve the annual community feast

Christine van Reeuwyk News staff

Sidney will seek alternatives for the community dinner that goes alongside Sidney Days celebrations. The dinner that kicks off the eve of the celebrations surrounding Canada Day

each year was traditionally hosted by Sidney by the Sea Rotary. Last year, the June 30 supper suffered from competing events and a rising cost because the Mary Winspear Centre kitchen was unavailable. “As a result the dinner

“I was a little surprised, but not horribly surprised. Attendance last year wasn’t all that great.” – Sheilah Fea, Celebrations president

attracted a record low number of attendees and caused our club to reassess this activity,” said president Karen Morgan. “This dinner represents a significant workload for the whole club, while returning a small amount of money to the club. His-

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A celebration of hearts Editor’s note: As 2012 marks the year of the Peninsula News Review’s 100th anniversary covering the life and times of the Saanich Peninsula, we have crafted this news article in the approximate style as what might have appeared in our first issue of the Sidney and Islands Review, published Dec. 13, 1912.

Erin Cardone News staff

The Hearts of the Community Awards ceremony was held at the Mary Winspear Centre on Thursday, Feb. 16. Speeches describing the outstanding volunteer activities of members of the Peninsula community were made by Ms. Sue Hodgson, director with Beacon Community Services, and Ms. Erin Cardone, the editor of the Peninsula News Review. The speakers were introduced by a cry created by Mr. Kenny Podmore, Sidney Town Crier, adorned in full regalia, preceded by a formal entrance by the kilted piper, Mr. Jim Ahara. Performances of fantastic entertainment were given by Stelly’s secondary school students, including numbers from their latest production called the Pajama Game. Therefore, speakers described the outstanding contributions of each of the 24 nominated persons and groups who had been named for an award, before a

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crowd of more than 250 attendees. Finally, clear glass trophies and gift certificates were given to the award winners, who include: � the volunteer drivers of Beacon Community Services, earning the community service by a group award, accepted by Ms. Roberta Hower. � the team of volunteers who organize the Sendial service through Thrifty Foods, for the service to seniors award, accepted by team captain, Ms. Sandy McCallum. � Ms. Lori Orr, who received the award for service to children and families. She became emotional on the stage in a touching moment, inciting tears from many in the audience. � Miss Kaley Ram, a student of Parkland secondary school, who was presented with a trophy and the Ardena Simpson scholarship of $1,000, for winning the outstanding youth volunteer award. � overall service to the community award winner Ms. Judy

Beinder. � and finally, Ms. Jeannette Hughes, who was honoured with the lifetime service award for decades of volunteering on the Saanich Peninsula despite being affected by multiple sclerosis. Bringing many in the audience to tears, including hostess Ms. Cardone, was Ms. Hughes’ long list of accomplishments and selfless contributions, especially to people with disabilities. Following the awards ceremony was a lunch of finger sandwiches and other refreshments courtesy of the grades 11 and 12 foods classes from Parkland. It was a mostly lighthearted affair full of appreciation for the hard work the volunteers contribute to life on the Peninsula. editor@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Power surge mystifies Dean Park Erin Cardone News staff

Neighbours in Dean Park are scratching their heads after a power surge caused electrical problems for days after the event. On Feb. 9, a vehicle crashed into a power pole in the area. B.C. Hydro believes the crash might have caused the power outage, but are investigating other possible causes. Resident Peter Crawford said he heard a bang when the surge happened, then lost power. Soon, electricity was restored, but not everywhere. He and two neighbours discovered blown

ground fault interrupter circuits. One person’s TV was damaged and another’s transformer box for digital cable failed. “We’ve had lots of power outages, but we never had anything like that happen,” Crawford said. Ted Olynyk, B.C. Hydro’s community relations manager for Vancouver Island, said this is a reminder for people to protect their electronics with surge protectors. Power bars aren’t enough. Crawford agreed, but that doesn’t help with the blown ground fault interrupter circuits. “The ground fault circuit is there to protect customers. It

did its job,” Olynyk said. He added power surges can affect areas large and small, and can affect houses differently. “If the wiring in your home is done correctly by a certified electrician, it can withstand a surge event. A surge event can hit an area – it can be a small area, a single house event, or it can be a large area. The farther away from the surge event you are, the less impact it will have.” People whose electronics and houses are damaged by surges can submit claims through homeowner insurance, or by calling B.C. Hydro’s claims line, at 1-800224-9376. editor@peninsulanewsreview.com

ten through a window into the garage, then broke that door to access the home. Camera equipment and laptops were reported stolen. On Tuesday, Feb. 7 an open back door alerted a resident that things weren’t right when she arrived home around 4:30 p.m. It appears someone came in through an upper bedroom window and rummaged through several bedrooms. They then stopped for some food and liquor before leaving through the back door with a

laptop and jewelry. The week before, sometime between 8 a.m. and noon on Feb. 1 someone broke into a home in the 7400 block of East Saanich Road. A window was forced open, the family dog removed from the home and the house ransacked. Police said shotguns, ammunition, computers electronic games and jewelry were taken and carried out in a large green Rubbermaid container. The firearms and ammunition had been lawfully stored.

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Sidney plans for future Beacon Ave. interchange Erin Cardone News staff

cil saw the Highway 17 and Beacon Ave. Interchange Concept Design Development Study. The preferred plan includes a pedestrian overpass across the highway, north of Beacon – that’s the first priority. Under the overpass, rapid transit buses could pull up to pick up passengers. Next, the plan proposes a traffic overpass that connects Bevan Avenue to Stirling Way on Victoria International Airport property.

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The Town of Sidney is starting to make plans on an interchange for Beacon Avenue at the Pat Bay Highway. But staff said any actual construction wouldn’t happen for 15 to 20 years. “The Ministry [of Transportation] hasn’t made any indication that they’re going to go ahead with any of these interchanges,” said Rob Hall, the town’s director of engineering and works. The ministry is currently updating its vision for the highway. Still, for any future changes, land along the highway and Beacon Avenue might be needed, so now is the time to make the decisions that will set that land aside, Hall said. At a recent committee of the whole meeting, town coun-

pedestrian overpass A report from the Town of Sidney shows possible locations for pedestrian and traffic overpasses, and roundabouts for a future interchange. submitted image

Roundabouts at the end of Bevan – currently the parking lot for the Mary Winspear Centre – and on Stirling and Beacon west of the highway, would help traffic move smoothly, according to planners. “The next step is really working with the Mary Winspear Centre … to look at access off the Pat Bay with an egress from the [current parking lot],” said Randy Humble, director of development and acting chief administra-

tive officer. “At the end of the day, there is the realization this may not be built for 15, 20 years, but we have to recognize the footprint it will need and plan for that.” The town will soon start a public and business consultation process. editor@peninsulanews review.com

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Jim Parker Publisher Erin Cardone Editor Victoria Calvo Production Manager Bruce Hogarth Circulation Manager

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OUR VIEW

Housing on the breakfast table Monday morning’s Mayors’ Breakfast, hosted by the Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, had all three Peninsula mayors talking to attendees about housing. The mayors of two municipalities explained they’re making an effort toward opening doors to affordable housing – Sidney is reviewing its rezoning bylaws, which sounds dry, but could mean big changes in terms of secondary suites and infill housing; meanwhile Central Saanich is undertaking a densification study to see where and how new kinds of housing could fit in to the district. Affordable housing is vital to maintaining a workforce on the Peninsula. Too many workers in economy-driving industries, such as manufacturing, based on the Peninsula, commute here from more affordable communities, including the Highlands, Langford and even Mill Bay. While North Saanich is considering reviewing its official community plan, the likelihood of seeing density and affordable housing in that district is low. Mayor Alice Finall recently told the Peninsula News Review an OCP review would be “ridiculous” and “unnecessary,” not to mention expensive. Finall’s views on the OCP will be reflected by a large proportion of her municipality’s residents, who won’t want to see small lots, secondary suites and apartments popping up next to their estates and farms. But North Saanich cradles Sidney geographically. Both municipalities are economic hubs that require young workers, many of whom have families and are just starting out. North Saanich should make an effort to encourage affordable housing, beyond financial contributions to the regional Housing Trust Fund. Young workers are as important to a community as established residents who have many years behind them. We live in one of the most expensive corners of Canada, but for the sake of helping businesses find employees and in the name of diverse communities, let’s see our three municipalities encourage more affordable housing. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@peninsulanewsreview.com or fax 250-656-5526. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Peninsula News Review is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.

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Last stand in B.C. beetle battle as has been the practice since 1987. As MLAs resumed their raucous Is it enough, in this era of climate legislature arguments over a shift, massive die-off and fires? municipal auditor-general, the B.C. Doyle says no. government’s own watchdog cut “We noted a significant through the noise with a gap between the total devastating audit of the area replanted by state of Crown forests. the ministry and the Auditor General John total area suitable for Doyle’s survey of the replanting,” the auditor province’s vast forest writes. “The ministry has comes at a critical time. not indicated how this A team of forest ministry low level of silviculture experts is examining the investment reconciles situation at Burns Lake, with its legislated to see if the Babine Lake mandate to achieve longForest Products sawmill Tom Fletcher term timber benefits and can be rebuilt, after a B.C. Views to maintain or enhance tragic explosion and fire future timber supply.” on Jan. 20. And he criticizes the quality of Babine was one of a string of industry reforestation, describing high-volume mills along Highway a tendency to choose “the least16 in northwestern B.C. that have cost, least-risk approach to meet been working their way through reforestation regulations, which the enormous stock of decaying pine that surrounds them. The shelf means planting lower-cost, fastergrowing species.” Species diversity life of these trees is estimated to and adaptation are what is needed. extend to 2019, but that’s a bestCariboo North MLA Bob Simpson case scenario. In reality the expanse has watched pine, fir and spruce affected by pest and disease is beetles chew through his region, much more complex. march east through the Kootenays The B.C. government touts its and now the north and west. He Forests for Tomorrow program says the Burns Lake situation brings that started in 2005 with a boost into focus the biggest problem of federal funds to restock B.C.’s identified by the auditor: the poor burned and beetle-killed forests. state of B.C.’s forest inventory. More than 14 million seedlings are As much as three quarters of it is to be planted this year and up to 21.5 million next year. Total planting out of date, some by decades. Much of it is based on aerial photographs is about 200 million trees this rather than on-the-ground year, most done by industry as a assessment by foresters. Species condition of Crown timber licences,

have shifted. And at a time when climate factors have caused the most rapid changes in the 100-year history of the B.C. Forest Service, budget cuts and reorganization into a natural resources ministry have taken their toll. Even with the most recent appraisals completed last summer for four forest districts, including the Burns Lake district, the ministry still can’t say if there are enough logs available to rebuild Babine. Simpson says the industry knows the answer. Two of the world’s highest-capacity sawmills are at Houston and Vanderhoof, on either side of Burns Lake, and their huge salvage log supply is degrading and running out. A political intervention to “save” the Burns Lake mill would only take shifts away from others. An alternative would be to make Burns Lake a proving ground for bioenergy, to deal with the huge mass of trees that will never make lumber. Finally, a bright note for Burns Lake. The people and the economy are adapting. A job fair in the village offered entry-level as well as skilled positions at the Houston and Vanderhoof mills. There are more positions on offer at the Mount Milligan and Huckleberry mines and Enbridge, which has gas, solar and wind projects on the go. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

‘An alternative would be to make Burns Lake a proving ground for bioenergy.’

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LETTERS Tsawout proposal sparks several concerns from resident Re: Three options for road access to Tsawout unappealing (News, Feb. 17) As a resident of Central Saanich, I would like to express my concern about the proposed interchange on the Pat Bay Highway allowing a shopping centre to be constructed on Tsawout First Nation land. The District of Central Saanich has a modest population and is agricultural in nature. The residents of Central Saanich have chosen not to follow the path of commercialization that areas such as Langford have chosen. Governments should not aid the Tsawout in changing the rural nature of Central Saanich. We do not have a large population here and a shopping centre of any substantial size would threaten the existing businesses. I also am concerned about the message that the proposed Tsawout project would send to other First Nations bands and to non-aboriginal business owners. Will we see First Nations land swallowed up by non-aboriginal businesses which will pay no taxes to local governments, and drive other businesses presently on non-native land, out of business? And where will First Nations people construct their homes with many reserves already crowded? Bill Wilson Saanichton

Courtesy, common sense can remedy manure frustration Re: Horse ‘land mines’ equally irritating for park users (Letters, Feb. 15) The logistics of cleaning up after a horse are simplified if each horse owner returns to the park once a week on foot. They can kick into the bushes any, not just their own, horse manure. Dismount and clean up after a horse? Riderless horses tempt aggression by unleashed dogs in the park. No one wants a frightened, riderless horse pursued by dogs loose in the park. Collectively, if once a week individuals

could kick aside horse manure, we’d have manure free trails. A neighbourhood group of hikers and riders, TRACS, built many and maintained all the trails in this park prior to Central Saanich assuming the responsiblity. My preschoolers had their first taste of community involvement and responsibility raking gravel to salvage trails in the park in 1979. For three decades our family, people, horses and dogs, hiked and trained on these trails and I maintain the habit of a weekly walk to kick manure into the undergrowth. It is easy. Centennial Park is a shared use park. New equestrian users of this park continue to uphold the high standard of equestrian community consideration I have observed over 33 years. But, riders should take responsibility for their trail of manure rather than waiting for nature to take its course, safely, not immediately. Droppings, horse or dog, are a natural byproduct of park use that simply requires courtesy and common sense to solve. Karen Harris Saanichton

Former smoker found new lease on life Re: Smokers’ early deaths eliminate costs of old age (Letters, Feb. 15) I never thought I would apologize for stopping smoking, Fred Langford, but maybe I should to you. I smoked for 27 years then started losing my voice. It took me five years of smoking on and off to stop. Having four young children and trying to explain my addiction to them, when they learned in school that smoking was bad, was very hard. To me my biggest achievement in life was to stop smoking. Now, walking every day, doing yoga and having a voice mean I am enjoying life. So Mr. Langford, I think I deserve my life. Stay away from whiney people; not from the wine. Ennie Deelman Sidney

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� 1913: Piers Island Hotel burns to the ground. It was built about one year earlier at a cost of $25,000. There was no insurance on the building. � 1925: The annual checkers tournament is underway at Sidney school, using the new checker board funded by Review editor Hugh McIntyre. � 1962: The feasibility of establishing a private boys’ school on the Saanich Peninsula is being investigated by a private firm.

Abbott welcomes inquiry into teacher bargaining educational teams who bear the brunt of Re: Ask education ministry to invest in the union’s actions. students, teachers (Letters, Feb. 15) Almost a year ago, employers and the Since being appointed Education teachers’ union sat down to Minister last March, I’ve had the negotiate a new contract. We pleasure of visiting 95 schools made it clear from the outset that and half of the province’s 60 we had a net-zero mandate. school districts. I’ve met with Then last fall, government hundreds of teachers, students, put $165 million in new funding parents and administrators. on the table to deal with class Every visit and every meeting composition issues. Like all other has only reinforced in my mind offers on the table, the teachers’ that British Columbia has a great union walked away from education system, filled with George Abbott discussions on how to best use people who are passionate about Education those funds. Their singular focus what they do. Minister has been to secure a large salary I also know how important increase – 15 per cent over three it is for teaching assistants, years -- and other major compensation administrators, principals, parents and improvements estimated at over $2 billion. teachers to work together to support This past week, in an effort to resolve learning. It takes co-operation and a team this issue, I asked Labour Minister of people to help students reach their full Margaret MacDiarmid to appoint a potential. neutral party to inquire into the status Unfortunately, the current teacher’s of negotiations. It may well be that this strike makes this kind of co-operation individual can find reasons to be optimistic virtually impossible. Teachers are not attending staff meetings about continuing negotiations – or it may be that government will need to look at or any other meetings at which the other ways to resolve the dispute. principal is present. There are no written I sincerely hope the neutral party, communications with principals, whether working with the employers and the they are student marks, progress reports, teachers union, can help us find that or report cards. Unfortunately, it is often constructive path. the very students most in need of our

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I have a feeling I told you this last week. Oh dear, am I getting forgetful? This afternoon I should go get the seeds instead of just talking about it, and then I’d have something nice to tell you about. This morning the bed gave a small shake, followed in about a minute by another tremour. This excitement was caused by the huge machine opening up the earth to house the foundation of the condo to be built across the street. I am not thrilled about the proposed condo, but maybe better that than an earthquake. Helen Lang has been the Peninsula News Review’s garden columnist for more than 30 years.

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Coun. Podmore will explore dinner options Notice Of Intention To Lease and Grant Assistance The District of Central Saanich hereby gives notice that it intends to lease, for less than fair market value, the land and premises located at 1800 Hovey Road, and legally described as: PID: 005-602-297 Lot 2, Section 7, Range 2 East, South Saanich District, Plan 9268, to the Central Saanich Lawn Bowls Club (a Society incorporated under No. S-18655) (the “Society”). The lease shall be for a term of five (5) years, commencing on January 1, 2012, for the rent of one ($1.00) dollar for the full term of the Lease. The Society wishes to lease the subject land and premises for lawn bowling purposes. Notice is given that the District intends to grant assistance to the Society by entering into this lease for less than fair market value. The extent of the assistance is $260,000.00, being the fair market value rental for the five year term of the lease. This notice is given pursuant to Sections 24 and 26 of the Community Charter. Any inquiries respecting this Notice may be directed to the office of the Municipal Clerk, Central Saanich Municipal Hall, 1903 Mt. Newton Cross Road, Saanichton, BC, V8M 2A9, Telephone: 250-652-4444. Susan Brown, Municipal Clerk

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The club voted to discontinue its involvement with the dinner while “seeking other events that would engage the community and co-ordinate with other celebrations organized by the town and Peninsula Celebrations Society.” Celebrations organizes the Sidney Days events. “I was a little surprised, but not horribly surprised. Attendance last year wasn’t all that great,” said Sheilah Fea, Celebrations president. “It comes down to their call.” The Town of Sidney learned of Rotary’s withdrawal officially last Monday through a letter to council. “They made their decision,” said Sidney Mayor Larry Cross. “We don’t want to see it go, we’d love to see it continue.” Council directed Coun. Kenny Podmore to pursue other options in hopes of keeping the dinner a part of the Sidney Days festivities. The fun kicks off each year on June 30 with the community dinner outside the Mary Winspear Centre and opening ceremonies in Beacon Park, followed by a July 1 parade

and festivities – which returned to seaside Tulista Park last year. “The thing is to find out from the community if they want the dinner,” said Podmore. “I personally do not want to see the community dinner go … but it’s knowing if the people want it.” Podmore will report back to council with possible changes to the leadership of the traditional community dinner. Another option discussed by Sidney council was a change of venue such as Tulista Park or Beacon Park. Celebrations would approach it differently as well, offering advertising but keeping hands-off on other aspects of the dinner should another group take over. “Over the July 1 weekend we’ve got enough on our plate, that taking on one more event wouldn’t work that well for us. There are lots of other organizations that could take it on, and hopefully they will,” Fea said. “Would I like to see something happen? Yes. But who, where, I don’t know.” She likes the idea of a venue change, with a look at an indoor event, a new time of day – and in iffy weather, eating outside “won’t fly” Fea said. “That’s my personal opinion. It was not comfortable.” reporter@peninsulanews review.com

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Elizabeth May serves up some grub during the annual community dinner during Sidney Days. The dinner may be at risk this year as the Sidney by the Sea Rotary opted out.

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need heart monitors at the bedside, so this is going to do an awful lot for patient care.” One dollar from the sale of each four-pound bag of Buck Brand navel oranges will be donated to the foundation nearest the store of purchase. The California farming couple’s connection to the grocery chain dates back to the mid 1990s. At that time, Thrifty’s took a risk supporting the Babcocks when nobody else would, said Mary Lou. Unlike mainstream orange growers, the Babcocks’ product was unsprayed, unwaxed and picked fully ripe for full flavour. Thrifty took a a chance, she said, while slicing up various vari-

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Draft Zoning Bylaw Public Open Houses submitted photo

Help us shape Sidney’s future. Over the last two years, the Town has been working on a comprehensive review and update of the Zoning Bylaw and is excited to be releasing a draft of the new bylaw for public input and consultation. To find out more about what is being proposed in the new bylaw, please come to one of the open houses, or contact the Town with any comments or questions at developmentservices@sidney.ca or call us at 250-656-1725.

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A barge hauls a load of debris pulled from Tod Inlet last Thursday.

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To view a copy of the draft bylaw, please visit our website at www.sidney.ca and follow the link to the Zoning Bylaw Review

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Waterway cleanup an effort in jurisdictional co-operation Christine van Reeuwyk News staff

More than three tons of metal are in the recycling heap after a massive cleanup of Tod Inlet last week, Feb. 14 to 17. For the second time in six months, multiple agencies over multiple government jurisdictions came together to clean up the waterway. “The exercise has been positive because a lot of stuff that was out there that shouldn’t be, is out, but as well it’s set us on a good course for the future,” said Central Saanich Coun. Adam Olsen The Canadian Coast Guard, Transport Canada, the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources, the District of Central Saanich and the Tsartlip First Nation removed and recycled metal, batteries, tires and paints during the three-day cleanup. District of Central Saanich staff were on hand Monday to remove

a containment boom and do final cleanup. More than 30 dump truck loads of garbage weighing more than 60,000 kilograms went to the landfill in the follow up to cleanup work done in September. “Transport Canada came in the fall and removed some marine buoys that didn’t meet the Transport Canada regulations,” Olsen said. A half dozen boats were also deemed environmentally dangerous or abandoned and removed during the fall work. The second phase of the cleanup included an accumulation of unsafe material and abandoned vessels near the mouth of Tod Inlet and creeping into Gowlland Tod Provincial Park. “It only works if all levels of government that have authority and jurisdiction work together, otherwise everybody stands around looking at each other saying, ‘Who’s going to do it first?’” Olsen said. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Panthers: comeback kids It was billed as the Peninsula Minor Hockey Association appreciation game, but for many in the near-capacity crowd it would have been more appropriately called a cardiac comeback. The Peninsula Panthers hosted the Comox Valley Glacier Kings on Friday, Feb. 17 and if you were faint of heart, this was not the game for you. In a wild end-to-end affair, it was the local squad who were on the right side of a 7-5 score after coming back from 4-1 and 5-2 deficits. “That was the most exciting game of the year,” said Panthers coach and general manager Rob Armstrong. “It could not have come on a better night. It was our last regular season home game and easily our biggest crowd of

the year and our boys really felt the energy in the stands. It was really a great night.” The Panthers trailed 2-1 after one period, after the Glacier Kings sandwiched a Joe Densmore tally at the late 3:31 mark. It looked like it might be curtains for the Panthers and their faithful when the Glacier Kings pocketed two more before the halfway mark of the second frame. Densmore made it 4-2 with seven minutes remaining, but the Glacier Kings once more had the answer, scoring only a minute later. The Panthers would not say die and Densmore – the team’s leading scorer – beat the Glacier Kings’ keeper Jackson Winkler in the second to again make it a two-goal game. A Jake Bryan rush

Esq. curlers win A div. at bonspiel Esquimalt’s Georges Bombezin foursome won the A division while the Al Frame rink from Kerry Park took B division at the Glen Meadows Masters Bonspiel last week. The competition between 32 rinks wrapped up Friday, Feb. 17. The top finishing rink was the Roy Miekle foursome who topped the C division. Victoria’s Rick Pepper rink finished atop the D division. To view the photo gallery,visitpeninsulanews review.com/sports.

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Panthers’ #21 Trevor Yee gets set to corral the puck in front of Comox netminder Jackson Winkler while silky smooth playmaker #22 David Stephens looks to help on Friday, Feb. 17. The Panthers’ second season now begins as the team begin round one of their playoff run in the best-of-seven series on the road in Oceanside on Wednesday night against the Generals. They return to Panorama Friday, Feb.

24 for game two and will be back at home for game four on Monday, Feb. 27. The puck drops at 7:30 p.m. for both games. For further playoff details go to www.ppan thers.bc.ca. sports@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Women’s golf at Ardmore begins The ladies division at Ardmore Golf Club will start its 2012 season on March 20. A short meeting will be held at 8 a.m. in the clubhouse followed by the tee off at 8:30 a.m.

while the Panthers were a man short ended up behind Winkler late in the period. This highlight reel goal ignited Panorama Recreation Centre and sent the teams to the dressing room with the Glacier Kings clinging to a 5-4 lead. Ryan Hunter tapped in a goal fed by Cody Allison and Logan Gibson to tie the game only four minutes into the third. Then Bryan added his second of the game on a blast from the point with eight minutes left to give the Panthers their first lead. David Stephens sealed the deal with only 26 ticks left, sliding a backhand into the empty Glacier Kings net. After the win, the Panthers had an on-ice ceremony in which their jerseys, which were made up specifically for this game, were gifted to 20 Peninsula Minor Hockey players.

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Talent, gum led to perfect score Mayfair Lanes export awaits his 300 ring

Cedar Hill’s squash tourney going national

Charla Huber

Travis Paterson

News staff

Sidney bowler John Durika is engaged to be married, but there is another ring he’s been waiting for his whole life – his perfect game ring. The Canadian Tenpin Federation offers one lifetime award to each of its members, including the coveted 300 ring. “This is my first perfect game, I didn’t expect it,” Durika said. On Jan. 29 during league play at Langford Lanes, Durika bowled 12 crashing strikes in a row finishing with a score of 300. After the first few strikes Durika figured he wouldn’t it keep up. “I kept thinking it’s over, but then on the ninth frame it started to kick in,” he said. “I just started focusing on the lane and ignored everyone else. It was just me and the pins. On the 11th strike I didn’t see anyone else.” The lanes were full for the Sunday night Weekender’s league. After he successfully knocked down all 10 pins in his 12th frame, the bowling centre erupted with clapping and congratulations. The first words out of his mouth were, “I got my ring.” Durika ordered his ring and should have it on his finger in a couple months. He upgraded to 10 carat gold with a diamond. “Most bowlers will go their entire lifetime without bowling a perfect game,” said Su Brock, league and tournament manager at Langford Lanes and Xcalibur Bowling Centre in Surrey. On average, bowling centres will see a hand-

Gavin Maxwell is only 14 years old, but he’s already thinking about an NCAA scholarship. In squash. Victoria is rising within the national squash scene with players such as Maxwell, ranked third among U15 boys in Canada. “He might be our first player on the national junior team,” said squash pro Phil Green of the Cedar Hill Squash Club. Maxwell finished first in the under-15 boys open at the Pacific North West Junior Jesters Squash tournament at Cedar Hill Recreation Centre on Saturday. It’s one of many tournament wins for the St. Andrew’s regional high school student this year. “I’d like to play for Canada one day and I hope to be able to get a scholarship, too,” Maxwell said. The annual Jesters tourney usually features 160 to 180 entrants in the U19, U17, U15, U13 and U11 categories. This year, 222 youths entered and the tourney was played on 13 courts. sports@vicnews.com

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After 12 strikes at Langford Lanes in January, John Durika, is the first person to bowl a perfect game at the new bowling centre. ful of perfect games each year, Brock explained. Last year Xcalibur only had one perfect game, but this season since September, the Surrey facility has had nine. For Durika, bowling the first perfect game at Langford Lanes means he will be the first bowler added to its wall of fame. The notoriety from the 300 game has been a bit overwhelming for the humble man, who just wanted a ring. Durika noted his first game of the night he finished with a score of 160. “I couldn’t strike, I couldn’t do anything,” he said. While warming up he was chewing gum and

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doing well. He spit the gum out for the first game and decided he needed more gum for the second. He asked his father for more gum, and then played a perfect game. He thinks the 300 score was a mix of talent and gum. Either way, he accomplished a lifelong goal. Durika, 45, started bowling when he was 10 living in Connecticut. After moving to Greater Victoria in the late 1990s he joined a league at Mayfair Lanes. In between Mayfair Lanes closing in 2006 and Langford Lanes opening, “I basically went on vacation,” Durika said. reporter@goldstreamgazette.com

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Hydro rates may rise due to debt Rate hike up to 7% expected on April 1 Tom Fletcher Black Press

The B.C. Utilities Commission has approved an extra 2.5 per cent interim increase in B.C. Hydro rates, which means a seven per cent increase on electricity bills starting April 1. The commission’s decision is a setback for the B.C. government, which conducted a cost-cutting review of B.C. Hydro last year that axed 700 jobs to bring the 2012 rate increase down below four per cent. The decision is still an interim rate increase. B.C. Hydro can argue for a reduction, which would result in a rebate on electricity bills if it is granted by the commission later this year. The commission ruled that the latest 2.5 per cent increase, about $5 a month on the average residential bill, is needed to pay down B.C. Hydro’s ballooning deferred debt, which was identified in October by B.C. Auditor

General John Doyle. Doyle reviewed B.C. Hydro’s books and found that as of March 2011, $2.2 billion of the utility’s debt was placed in deferral accounts. Deferred expenses were forecast to grow to $5 billion by 2017. Doyle said deferral accounts for major capital costs are an acceptable practice to smooth out rate increases, but B.C. Hydro’s use of it runs ahead of other Canadian utilities. The practice can “mask the true cost of doing business, creating the appearance of profitability where none actually exists, and place undue burdens on future taxpayers,” he said. Doyle’s conclusion that “there does not appear to be a plan to reduce the balance of these accounts” is supported by the utilities commission decision. NDP energy critic John Horgan said the auditor’s report showed the B.C. Liberal government was using B.C. Hydro as an “ATM machine,” collecting $463 million in revenue last year and forcing the utility to pile up debt to do it. editor@peninsulanewsreview.com

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CITY OF Yellowknife Lifeguard/Instructor. We are seeking an experienced individual to be a Lifeguard/Instructor. Refer to: www.yellowknife.ca for the required qualifications. Submit resumes by February 29, 2012, quoting competition 602-107U to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, YK, NT, X1A 2N4. Fax to: (867)669-3471. Email: hr@yellowknife.ca EXCLUSIVE â&#x20AC;&#x153;THINKBIGâ&#x20AC;? Mechanic Training. GPRC Fairview Campus. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning. High school diploma and mechanical aptitude. Write apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/fairview. September 2012. GO TO your next job interview with 2nd Year Heavy Duty Mechanic Skills. GPRC, Fairview Campus. Heavy Equipment Certificate program - Less than one year apprenticeship opportunity. Hands-on training. Safety courses. On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca. SPEND YOUR hours working on ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Snowmobiles, and Watercraft. GPRC Fairview Campus, Alberta. Learn to repair small engines, recreational vehicles. Apprenticeship opportunity. On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview. TWO WHEELINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; excitement! Motorcycle Mechanic Program, GPRC Fairview College Campus. Hands-on training street, off-road, dual sport bikes. Challenge 1st year Apprenticeship exam. 1-888-9997882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview. WEBCO LEDUC - division of Sun Media, requires Full-time Heatset/Coldset 1st & 2nd Pressmen. 15 unit Goss Community. Competitive rates and benefits. Email resume: et@webcoleduc.com.

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HELP WANTED Maintenance Coordinator, Full Time Amica at Beechwood Village, Sidney has an immediate opening and is looking for a â&#x20AC;&#x153;can doâ&#x20AC;? attitude. Must have previous experience with painting, general equipment repairs, electrical, plumbing,

carpentry repairs, heating and air-conditioning systems. Hands on experience with fire drills and contractor management. Computer experience required. Email resume to

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An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051

AN EXCITING Volunteer position awaits you. The Laren Society, a non-profit Victoria charity is looking for a Volunteer Fundraising Co-ordinator in a part-time contract position. Email mudgecrf1@shaw.ca for details.

C&E ROAD Builders is accepting resumes for hoe operators. Minimum 5 years experience. Please fax resume 250-956-4888 or email employment@lemare.ca.

C&E ROAD Builders is seeking an experienced driller blaster. Minimum 5 years experience. Please fax resume 250-956-4888 or email employment@lemare.ca.

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DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premiere home automation and Security Company is NOW hiring AprilAugust. No experience necessary. Travel Required. E-mail resume: kkurtze@vivint.com Visit: www.vivint.ca

SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

P/T 24 hours a week Shift work, must be available 7 days a week. The individual will perform various duties including: cleaning rental equipment, maintaining the facility and lot. Serving customers in person and on the phone, using the computer to prepare rental contracts and invoices. Requirements: Valid drivers license and a good driving record, ability to operate vehicles that have automatic and standard transmissions. Apply online @

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JOEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AUTOBODY REPAIR in Prince Rupert, BC. Currently has an opening for a Collision Technician and Certified Painter. Must be a team player for this relaxed and friendly,but hard working atmosphere. Wages and moving expenses negotiable. Email resume to: joesauto@citytel.net Fax: 250627-4702. Call: 250-624-1795

INCOME OPPORTUNITY

TRADES, TECHNICAL 2 POSITIONS available for Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics. In town and camp. Please email resume to: js29bd@shaw.ca or fax to 250-248-5410.

HOME BASED Business. We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

EXPERIENCED DRILLERS, Derrickhands, Motorhands and Floorhands. Seeking full rig crews. Paying higher than industry rates and winter bonus. Send resume c/w valid tickets. Fax 780-955-2008; info@tempcodrilling.com. Phone 780-955-5537.

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PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Wednesday, February 22, 2012 Peninsula News Review Wed, Feb 22, 2012 PERSONAL SERVICES

PERSONAL SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

HEALTH PRODUCTS

FINANCIAL SERVICES

PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO

FREE ITEMS

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENT/CONDO

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MOBILE HOME 55+ move in ready, many upgrades. (250)652-6782.

SOFA BED, clean, in very good condition. You pick up. Call (250)478-8267.

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COOK ST Village area. 1bdrm, hardwood floors. Heat, hot water, storage, parking incl $795 ns or pets. 250-595-5162

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(2 PIANO Books). Easy piano top pop singles $8. Adult all in one course, $15. Call 250477-1819.

ESTATE & special clearance! Good selection wardrobes, bookcases, wall-units, ent. centres, TV stands. Buffets, China cabinets, tables & chairs. Lamps, paintings, mirrors, coffee tables, sofa tables. Chaise lounge, sofas, loves & recliners. Dressers, hi-boys, beds & hdbrds. 39”, 54” & box & mattress sets from $99, colour TV $20, magazine racks $9. BUY & SAVE, 9818 4th St., Sidney. buyandsave.ca

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LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Auction Water/Wine Bottling Line, Bottling Line, s/s tanks, filtration system, restaurant equipment & more. Feb 25, 11AM, West Kelowna, BC, View photos at (Special Auction) doddsauction.com 1-866-545-3259

5’ X 7’ RUG, blue pattern, $30. 3 knife self sharpener, $25 obo. Call 250-592-8509. AIRCAST BOOTS, medical, like new, 1 sz fits all male & female, $90. obo. (250)3802858 before 9pm. BLACK DECKER electric tea kettle. $20. Call 250-380-9596. LADIES JACKET- $20. 76”x 46” glass, $40. Kid’s felt story, $10. Call (250)508-9008.

FUEL/FIREWOOD ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.

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METAL ROOFING & siding sales. Seconds avail. Custom roof Flashings. 250-544-3106.

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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HOUSES FOR SALE

FERNWOOD AREA Apt, large 2 bdrm, $875/mo. Avail now. Ref’s. 250-370-2226 to view.

STEEL BUILDINGS for all uses! Spring Deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for free Brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewellery. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Summer Intern

Black Press – Victoria Black Press-Vancouver Island requires a temporary full-time summer intern for its Victoria-based community newspapers. The job term runs for 13 weeks from June through to the end of August. The successful candidate will do general assignment reporting and photography. Night and weekend work is involved and a valid driver’s licence and car is mandatory.

Qualifications This position is open to students and recent graduates (within the last year or two) who are ambitious and who have a strong work ethic and a passion for journalism. Qualifications include a firm grasp of grammar, spelling and newspaper style. Previous reporting experience is an asset. The student is expected to be web savvy, both in their use of social media as a reporting tool, and their ability to tell stories in a multi-platform environment, using video, podcasting and other tools. Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by Feb. 29, 2012 to: Kevin Laird Editorial Director-Greater Victoria Black Press 818 Broughton Street Victoria, B.C. V8W 1E4 or e-mail: klaird@blackpress.ca Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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HOMES WANTED

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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 2 BLKS From downtown Sidney. 2 bdrms, 2 baths, den, 5 appl’s. Covered, secure parking, elevator. NS/NP. Ref’s. Rent $1500 + Damage dep. Utils not incl’d. (250)656-2952.

RENTAL Condo in Sidney - 2 bdrm, 2 bath, unfurn, appl’s w/d in. Just reno’d, Mtn/Marina view, 2 quiet dogs ok, NS, $1275/mo hydro/cable not incl, pet/dam dep, lease negot, 2 refs required. Avail March 1. 250-665-6898

Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 years – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour. Train Locally – The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Government student loans, Employment & Labour Market Services (ELMS), band funding & other ﬁnancing options available to qualiﬁed applicants.

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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES FOR RENT

SUITES, LOWER

AUTO FINANCING

AUTO SERVICES

ROCKLAND APT, lrg 1 bdrm, incls heat/hot water, $750, (immed) 250-370-2226 to view

COLWOOD, 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath. 2 level home with an exceptional view. Mins to elem & sec schools. On bus route. Walk to beach & Royal Roads. N/S. Pets neg. $1900 mo + utils. Call 250-478-8146.

GORDON HEAD- (close to Uvic) 2 bdrm, W/D, hydro, water incld. N/S. $1000. Avail Mar 1, Apr 1. (250)477-3434.

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ROCKLAND AREA Apt, large bach, $570 mo, incls heat & hot water. Avail Feb. 1. Call 250-370-2226 for viewing. SIDNEY, 2349 James White Blvd., 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath condo. Lam floors, stainless appl’s. Close to Beacon Ave. $1450 mo. Please call Complete Residential 250-370-7093.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES SIDNEY- 3 bdrm (behind Thrifty’s) 1 bath. Reno’d. NS/NP. $1375+(250)656-4003

APARTMENTS FURNISHED SIDNEY: FURNISHED Deluxe suite, newer. Walk to ocean & town. All incl. 250-656-8080.

HOMES FOR RENT BRENTWOOD BAY 4 bdrm (3 upper, 1 lower extra bdrm or office), 2 baths, large fenced yard. Close to schools, bus, etc. N/P. Ref’s. $1700.+ utils. (250)652-1432.

SIDNEY- 2 bdrm rancher, completely remodeled, close to town. NS/NP. Available Mar 1. $1175+ utils. Call 1(604)836-5407. SIDNEY 3-BDRM, upper level H/W floors, stainless appl’s, W/D. Balcony, fenced yrd, enclosed garage, exc. cond. N/S. $1650. 250-655-5060 lv msg.

SIDNEY 2BDRM ideal location, 1blk downtown/waterfront, garden, gas fireplace, N/S, $925 mo incls utils except gas. April 1st. 403-259-1870 or evenings 403-253-5285. SIDNEY, BRIGHT 1 bdrm + den, above grd suite, new carpet, priv patio, all incl’d but cable/internet, N/P, N/S, $950 mo. Call 250-880-1414.

ROOMS FOR RENT

SIDNEY WATERFRONT- 1 bdrm. $1000 inclusive. Refs. NP/NS. (250)656-4003.

SIDNEYFurnished room. satellite, laundry, heat, hydro, $500./mo. 250-654-0477.

SOOKE/METCHOSIN, furn’d, open concept, utils/TV/internet incl’d, $950 mo, 250-642-5859

SUITES, LOWER

TOWNHOUSES

CORDOVA BAY- 2 bdrms, W/D, hydro incld. Avail Mar 1. $920/mo. (250)658-4760.

SIDNEY: NEW, 3 bdrm + den, laundry, NS/NP, $1700. Avail Apr. 1. Call 250-217-4060.

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AUTO SERVICES

CASH PAID

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CARS 1994 BMW 325i- 4 door, power everything, sun roof, 6 pack CD changer, 210,000 miles. $2500 obo. (250)896-5065. 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 & up each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Toll Free 1.877.334.2288.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY ESQ/GORGE, BRIGHT spacious, 2 bdrm grd level, on bus route, laundry, lrg fenced yard, N/S, N/P. $1100 mo incls all utils. Avail now. 250-384-5466

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HANDYPERSONS

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PAINTING

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QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP (BBB) All reno’s, kitchen, bath, custom showers. Anything concrete. 250-658-2656. www.wingfieldcontracting.com

ARE YOU in need of a professional, qualified, residential or commercial gardener? www. glenwood gardenworks.com

AL’S AVAILABLE to update your home. Kitchens, baths, basements, etc. Licensed & Insured. Al 250-415-1397.

M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Patio’s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-213-5204.

YOUR PERSONAL Interior Painter. No Job too Big or Too Small. Call Gilbert today for free quote. (250)886-6446.

QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP (BBB) All reno’s, kitchen, bath, custom showers. Anything concrete. 250-658-2656. www.wingfieldcontracting.com

PLUMBING

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TAX

250-477-4601 PENNIE’$ BOOKKEEPING Services for small business. Simply/Quickbooks. No time to get that paperwork done? We do data-entry, GST, payroll, year-end prep, and training. 250-661-1237

DRAFTING & DESIGN DESIGN FOR PERMIT. w w w. i n t e gra d e s i g n i n c . c o m Call Steven (250) 381-4123.

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Lawns, fences, pruning, flooring, painting, drywall, small renos. Mike/Chris 250-656-8961

DRYWALL

IFIX HANDYMAN Services. Household repairs and renovations. Free estimates. Call Denis at 250-634-8086 or email: denisifix@gmail.com

AARON’S RENO’S Drywall, taping, texture. Insured/bonded. Free est. 250-880-0525.

CARPENTRY

MUD on the RUN. Small drywall repairs, textures & renovations. Ross (250)812-4879.

CUSTOM PLANER- (Fir, cedar) baseboards, casings, crown molding (any shape). Call (250)588-5920.

ELECTRICAL

DEEP COVE Renovations. General Contracting. Specializing in finish carpentry. Honest , Reliable. (250) 882-0897. QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP (BBB) All reno’s, kitchen, bath, custom showers. Anything concrete. 250-658-2656. www.wingfieldcontracting.com

CLEANING SERVICES #1 CAREBEAR CLEANING. Earth friendly products. House, office & rental. Senior discount. $25hr. 250-217-5507 CARING BONDABLE work since 1985. Supplies & vacuum incld’d. Call (250)385-5869 QUALITY HOUSECLEANER or caregiver, very reliable. Sidney. 250-656-3362 after 6pm SPOTLESS HOME Cleaning. Affordable, Experienced, Reliable, Efficient. (250)508-1018

COMPUTER SERVICES A HOME COMPUTER Coach. Senior friendly. Computer lessons, maintenance and problem solving. Des, 250-6569363, 250-727-5519.

CONTRACTORS CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitch/bath, wood floor, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877 EXPERT HOME RENOS & Repairs. Professional, reliable, 20+ years experience. Kitchens & baths our specialty. Senior discount. 250-213-8240

HANDYMAN DAN. Quality workmanship. Free estimates. Call 250-656-6789.

WE-CUT-LAWNS

“Don’t let the grass grow under your feet” Call us 250655-1956.

250-361-6193. QUALITY Electric. Reno’s plus. Visa accepted. Small jobs ok. #22779

ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.

FURNITURE REFINISHING FURNITURE REFINISHING. Specializing in small items, end-tables, coffee tables, chairs. Free pick-up & delivery. References available. 250-475-1462.

GARDENING AURICLE Lawns- cln up lawn garden hedge pruning soil tests & fertilize. (250)882-3129 AERATING & moss control, Bavington lawn. Call Craig at (250)479-2437 Est 1983.

HAULING AND SALVAGE

CBS MASONRY BBB A+. Chimney, Fireplaces, Rock, Flagstone, Concrete, Pavers, Repair, Rebuild, Renew. “Quality is our Guarantee.” Free Competitive Est’s. Call (250) 294-9942/589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com

MOVING & STORAGE

FAMILY MAN Hauling. Prompt, Courteous. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.

NORTHERN SUN Electric Comm/Res. $35/hr. Work Guaranteed. Any size job. (250)888-6160. Lic#13981.

FENCING

SENIOR HANDYMANHousehold repairs. Will assist do-it yourselfers. Fred, 250888-5345.

CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164.

KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.

AAA. NO job too small. Fences, decks, installation & repair. References, affordable, experienced. Les (250)880-2002.

CBS MASONRY BBB A+ Accredited Business. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Patios, Sidewalk Repair. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! “Quality is our Guarantee”. Free Competitive Estimates. Call (250)294-9942 or 250-589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com

$20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279.

AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550.

WATTS ON ELECTRIC, Residential, Commercial, Renovations. #100213. 250-418-1611.

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GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

250-889-5794. DIAMOND DAVE Gutter Cleaning. Thorough Job at a Fair Price! Repairs, gutter guard, power/window washing, roof de-moss. Free no obligation estimates. GUTTER CLEANING, repairs, de-mossing. Windows, power washing. 250-478-6323. GUTTER CLEANING. Repairs, Maintenance, Gutterguard, Leaf traps. Grand Xterior Cleaning Services. WCB Insured. Call 250-380-7778. PERIMETER EXTERIORS. Gutter cleaning, repairs, upgrades & maintenance. WCB, Free est. 250-881-2440.

HANDYPERSONS Aroundthehouse.ca ALL, Repairs & Renovations Ben 250-884-6603 AAA. NO job too small. Fences, decks, installation & repair. References, affordable, experienced. Les (250)880-2002.

2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)686-6507.

BLANCHARD HOME SOLUTIONS LTD. Specializing in Seniors Mobility Solutions, Reno’s, Repairs/Handyman Services, Kitchen/Bath & Basement stes, Licensed and Insured. 250-882-5274 . DOORS, KNOBS and lock sets. We specialize in installing all interior and exterior door hardware. Passage sets installed from $15/door*. The Working Door (250)882-7768 theworkingdoor@gmail.com SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578. PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774

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FELIX PLUMBING. Over 35 years experience. Reasonable rates. Call 250-514-2376. FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544. KERRY’S GAS & PLUMBING SERVICESRepair, maintenance & install. 250-360-7663. PRICED BY the job. No surprises. Guaranteed. 25 yrs, 2nd generation Master Plumber. 778-922-0334 Visa/MC.

PRESSURE WASHING DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.

ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS SHORELINE ROOFING. Reroofing specialist. WCB/BBB member. Quality & satisfaction guaranteed. 250-413-7967. shorelineroofing@shaw.ca

TILING

DIAMOND MOVING. 1 ton 2 ton, 5 ton. Prices starting at $75/hr. 250-220-0734.

A1. SHAWN The Tile GuyRes/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos. 250-686-6046

PAINTING

PROF & custom installs of floor & wall tiles. Heated flooring, Custom Showers. Reno’s, new constr. Bob 250-812-7448

ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Painting. Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years experience. 250-382-3694. A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wallcoverings. Over 25 yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. LADY PAINTER Serving the Peninsula for over 20 yrs. Interior/exterior. Call Bernice, 250-655-1127. NORM’S PAINTING- 15% offQuality work. Reliable. Refs. 25 yr exp. 250-478-0347. OLD TIMER. Quality old fashioned service. Great rates. Excellent references. Call Al at 250-474-6924, 250-888-7187. TOP NOTCH PAINTINGOver 25yrs exp. Interior/Exterior, Residential Reliable, Reasonable and Friendly Service. Call Brad 250-580-5542.

WINDOW CLEANING BLAINE’S WINDOW WASHING. Serving Sidney & Brentwood since 1983. Average house $35. 250-656-1475 DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping Roofs, Pressure Washing, Roof Demossing. Call 250361-6190. NORM’S WINDOW cleaning & gutters. Reasonable rates. 250-590-2929, 250-812-3213.

WINDOWS ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Windows Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years Construction experience. 250-382-3694.

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Wednesday, February 22, 2012 - PENINSULA

NEWS REVIEW

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Juices

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$ 97

3.78 L

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CHILEAN

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48 per lb

7.67 Kg Family Pack

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2/ 6

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$ 97

6x425 g

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$ 97

2 Kg

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$ 97

1.07 kg

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