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John Muir Elementary students hold up signs they made in support of Tour de Rock. From left: Mia, 6, Dallin, 5, Wyatt, 6, and Paul, 7. See full story on page 28.
n early morning fire at a residence on Rhodonite Drive completely destroyed a home and it is being regarded as “suspicious.” Sooke Fire Rescue was called out at 2:23 a.m. and when they arrived at 6768 Rhodonite, the house was fully engulfed in flames. “The fire was blowing out the roof,” said Sooke Fire Chief Steve Sorensen. “We evacuated the houses on either side.” He went on to say that the
roof collapsed within five minutes of the fire trucks arriving on the scene and Sorensen said it “went bad from there.” At 8 a.m. on Friday firefighters were still on the scene securing it because, “a few things don’t add up,” according to the chief. “Arson is not ruled out at this point,” he said. The homes on either side were not damaged by the fire, except for one which had the windows crack due to the extreme heat of the fire. To control the blaze
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Healed sea lion released in waters off Sooke Benjamin Yong Sooke News Mirror
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ess than two months ago, a young adult sea lion — affectionately named Flash Gordon — was found off the shore of Ucluelet with a fish hook in his esophagus and and a lure hanging out of his mouth. On Wednesday, he swam back into Sooke Bay happy as a clam. He was originally discovered by passersby who called in the situation to various organizations, and the Vancouver Aquarium
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Flash Gordon heads for freedom.
first Marine Mammal fir successful time the Rescue Centre th centre has performed a rehabilisoon got wind of fo tation and release. it. ta Akhurst said they “He had lost Ak do receive a lot of a lot of weight in calls the wild, and was ca about injured marine animals, very lethargic and m but dehydrated,” said bu they are often hard Lindsaye Akhurst, ha to locate and even manager at the resev harder to capture. cue centre. tu “We had a vet “We anestheon site to immobitized him, then got Lindsaye lize the animal by him an endoscopy Akhurst (camera into the — Rescue Centre a dart, and that’s what made it so esophagus) to see exactly where (the fishing successful. Instead of him swimming out to sea, he line hook) was.” The rescue marked the went to land and fell asleep,”
she said. The Vancouver Aquarium team, working with the Fisheries and Ocean Canada Marine Mammal Response Network, then transported Flash Gordon back to their offsite facility on the Mainland. He stayed for about six weeks before returning to the release site off of West Coast Road — the exact location is not being released to prevent possible disturbance of the sensitive environment. Akhurst was there to see the sea lion return to his natural habitat
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CORRECTION IN A STORY last week about Jason van der Valk winning for his short snacks video, we apologize for spelling his name incorrectly.
THE SOOKE REGION Museum will be starting its winter season hours on October 1st. We will be open Tuesday – Sunday from 9am – 5pm. The museum will also be closed on statutory holidays. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, contact the museum at 250-642-6351 or by email info@ sookeregionmuseum. com
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An early morning fire completely destroyed a home on Rhodonite Drive. Left, the fire at the onset; right, Sooke Fire Chief Steve Sorensen and the house the next morning after firefighters battled the blaze for more than five hours. Below, two firefighters secure the scene. See the photos in colour on the website at: www.sookenewsmirror.com.
GOT FRUIT?
Thumbs Up! TO ALL THOSE who contributed in some way to the Tour de Rock Cops for Cancer. Sooke is amazing as always.
Flash Gordon heads for the water Cont’d from page 1
WINTER HOURS
IF YOU HAVE a fruit tree and you aren’t picking the fruit, how about calling for pickers? THE 2011 SOOKE Food CHI fruit tree gleaning projects is in full swing and they can help. Property owners who wish to have their fruit trees harvested can call Don Moloney at 250-642-3096 or email: don_sturning@ hotmail.com. HALF OF THE fruit goes to the owner and the remainder to the volunteers, the food bank or other charitable organizations.
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the firefighters poured 2,500 gallons a minute on the house in an attempt to put the fire out. “We couldn’t get it under control,” said Sorensen. “If they had one sprinkler head in there, it may have saved it.” The Otter Point Fire Department helped out and there were upwards of 25 firefighters on the scene. Sorensen said
they used them all. They also used the ladder truck very effectively and it was noted that it was a necessary piece of equipment for fires such as this one. It is estimated that the home was valued at about $450,000 and was on the market. There was no one in the home at the time of the fire. The owner is in the military serving in Halifax.
A little bit of this and that The third annual Festival of Trees, which takes place from Nov. 9 to Jan. 6 is now being organized by Emma Irwin. This year’s event will take place at SEAPARC and the Prestige Oceanfront Resort. Irwin is seeking sponsors in the bid to raise funds for BC Children’s Hospital. To help call Emma at 250-642-0588 or email: sookefestivaloftrees@gmail.com.
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along with a crew from the aquarium. Loud barks of anticipation could be heard inside the truck before his massive cage was lowered to the ground. The door swung open, and Flash calmly made his way down the path. “It was nice to see him saunter down back into the water without any hesitation,” said Akhurst, who added everything went pretty smoothly. “Each time is so different when you release an animal, you just never know. But yeah, it couldn’t have gone any better really.” Flash bobbed his head above the water a few times near the shoreline before swimming out further. Akhurst said he would likely stay nearby to get his bearings and check things out before venturing elsewhere. He wouldn’t be lonely, though — two other California sea lions and even a harbour seal pup were spotted on the same day.
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More candidates running for council Two more residents have stepped forward to declare their candidacy for District of Sooke council in the Nov. 19 municipal election. As the old saying goes, “ I’m mad as hell and not going to take it any more,” quotes Jim Mitchell when announcing his run for council. “Now is the time to Save Our Sooke. We
must reduce the property taxes, reduce our debt, bring back common sense to our local politics and eliminate the in-camera meetings and back-room deals. It will take a complete change in our council to uncover the full details on all of the problems and lawsuits that Sooke is now facing.” If elected, I will use the experience of my 30
plus years as a public accountant and auditor to get Sooke’s finances in order and to reduce the property taxes. I would also urge other like – minded residents to step up to the plate, either to run for council or to volunteer for various committees or as a fire fighter. Let’s bring back the spirit of Sooke. Shaunna Salsman
was a Green Party candidate in the last federal election and is now running for district council. “I would like you and the residents of Sooke to know, I have put in my papers and I am very excited to say, I will be running for Sooke council in this upcoming municipal election. I will be supporting and promoting:
working collectively for the community, sustainable choices, buying local, green businesses, high-quality local jobs, agriculture security, zero waste, road improvements for safer commutes, sustainable growth, stabilizing taxation, revitalization of our down town core.” All candidates have until Oct. 12 to file their nomination papers.
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Committee of the Whole meeting for Oct. 3, 2011. Transition town — Michael Tacon of the Sooke Transition Town Society gave a presentation to council defining the STTC organization and how it can work together with the District of Sooke to make the town “a more resilient and sustainable community.” He defined resilience as the key ability to absorb change, such as energy depletion, climate change and economic instability. The idea of starting a transition town in Sooke came last June and official status happened in November. Tacon, retired, moved to Sooke in 2004 and said he was “pumped by all the good things going on in this community.” He mentioned the solar plot and allotment garden as indications that there is
already “slight movement in the community towards (becoming a transition town). Coun. Maja Tait said when the district adopted the Official Community Plan there were talks about similar visions. She suggested the possibility of STTC having open houses for different projects and to weave it into the OCP. “It would help with collaboration,” she said. Coun. Dave Bennett confirmed the overlap and said there was already a housing options forums where matters like affordable and interim housing were discussed. He agreed with the idea of working together. Slow food cycle — Lee Hindrichs, director of the Sooke Slow Food Cycle, talked about the future of the event that took place last Sunday. She explained her hopes that the bike ride could extend beyond the boundaries of Sooke into Port Renfrew, but before that can happen repair work needs to be done.
“The road between here and there is a suicide path,” she said. Hindrichs also said cycling provides an economic benefit and suggested the idea of building communitybased multi-use trails that would make Sooke more tourist friendly. She asked council to waive the fees for the various permits that will be needed for Sooke Slow Food Cycle, as well as for the rental of vests and cones. She also requested use of the contingency fund to rent bikes and provide admission for the youth volunteers. Council recommended this be put on the agenda for the next meeting. Stephen Hindrichs spoke on behalf of the Juan de Fuca Cycling Coalition and asked whether the district was applying for a portion of a $30 million provincial grant for things like bike lanes. Bennett said council would have to determine exactly what criteria is needed to
apply. Coun. Berger said a municipality can only back one project at a time, but said electoral areas like Juan de Fuca can apply for several and encouraged Hindrichs to speak to director Mike Hicks. Tait said the deadline to apply is from Oct. 14 to Dec. 28 and urged any ideas to be emailed to council and staff as soon as possible. School District 62 long range plan — Superintendent of schools Jim Cambridge gave an update to council and also talked about the projections of movement trends done by a commissioned study in 2007. “We are expecting more families in the Sooke area than anywhere else, even Langford,” said Cambridge, attributing the growth to increasing families being raised in highdensity housing like apartments and townhouses. That means increased pressure on schools in the area, many of which will be
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Real estate market stays soft Pirjo Raits Sooke News Mirror
The real estate market on southern Vancouver Island is experiencing a softening and home sellers are encouraged to remain patient. Local Pemberton Holmes realtor Daniela Novasadova, with 20 years of experience, says, “you have to be optimistic.” She said the lagging market is due to the national and world economic situation and people who are reticent to make changes at this time. She said there is lots of supply, with many developments at a standstill, and various other factors. Sooke is a place that is at the end of the road and is also a place where people want to come to retire, and currently it is a buyers’ market.
“Four years ago it was at an all time high, it’s always up and down in real estate,” she said. People are also taking their properties off the market until the values increase. The numbers tell the story. According to the Victoria real Estate Board sales were up 16 per cent in September 2011 compared to sales in the same month in 2010, although the numbers were down from August 2011. Sales over the entire year are down about 10 per cent from last year. Sooke has a different situation in real estate sales as there are no condominiums and this is what many buyers purchase if they are downsizing. Condos are also the choice of younger buyers who want to be closer to their work. Condos account for the largest number of sales in
any real estate sector. Sooke had 11 sales of single family homes with an average price of $294,164 down from a six-month average of $341,000. The highest priced single family homes are in Oak Bay where an average price is $962,871; Langford $465,463; Colwood $474,093. Almost all sectors showed a decrease in the average price. Prices on townhouses in Sooke remained fairly steady with an average price of $317,667 down from a six-month average of $318,718. The average price for manufactured home rose to $87,000 from a six-month low of $57,488 and a median price of $25,000. The average price of lots and acreages rose to $229,375 from a six-month low of $190,133.
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Little to no action has been taken in the year since B.C.’s Auditor General red-flagged a series of big holes in the Agricultural Land Commission’s ability to protect farmland. Auditor General John Doyle’s original report in the fall of 2010 contained nine recommendations, some of them urging the ALC to fix inaccurate maps of Agricultural Land Reserve boundaries and tighten enforcement against those who
degrade farmland. The commission’s budget has been cut 30 per cent since 2002 and the audit had found the agency is underfunded and understaffed to carry out much of its duties. But in a new follow-up report, Doyle sees inaction over the past year. Nothing has been done with five recommendations and the rest are only partly implemented. “I am disappointed that the ALC has made negligible progress,” he said in the report. The ALC tabled a new
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illegal activity such as the dumping of construction material and tainted fill on farmland. Doyle previously found the ALC too often gives violators written or verbal warnings instead of issuing orders or fines because it can’t afford to defend tougher measures if they’re challenged in court. The Lower Mainland has lost eight per cent of its ALR land since the reserve was created in 1973.
strategic vision for the future last November but the proposed new directions are stalled in Victoria because the provincial government has yet to make any decisions. On all nine of the original recommendations, Doyle’s report says the ALC is “awaiting direction from government.” The commission is seeking increased funding for several initiatives. The future foodgrowing productivity of the ALR continues to be damaged by
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On being truly thankful It’s all over except for the decision as to what to do with the carcasses. No, not the last District of Sooke council — Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a time when we all recognize what is important in our lives. The Tour de Rock brings home the issue of children and sickness and most importantly generosity of spirit and cash for cancer research. Everyone, and we mean everyone, is touched by cancer in some way and this insidious disease is running rampant. Let’s be thankful for our health care system where no one has to Friends are do without needed medical treatment. the family To add to that list one has you choose... to consider the fact that we live in one of the best nations in the world and we have one of the prettiest spots to call home. We are thankful for that. Friends are the family you choose and we are thankful for those people who go above and beyond in the name of friendship. Thanks also has to go to those public servants (strange label), who work for us and to those private volunteers who unselfishly work for all and ask for nothing. Thanksgiving is a time for reflection and appreciation for those things that make our lives just a little easier, happier and brighter. So thank you — our readers for your comments, contributions and support. This is your community newspaper and we’re thankful each and every week for being allowed to fill some of your time with our words.
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I don’t see why not, it’s right there. Facebook and Twitter are in your face.
I’m not really sure, I just got on the Internet myself. But for young people, definitely.
Probably I would imagine. Maybe not for the older people but it would help younger people understand what’s going on.
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I don’t know. I don’t really keep up with (social media).
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TV stunts won’t solve court problems B.C. Views Tom Fletcher
Premier Christy Clark handed her opponents more ammunition last week with her latest “ready, fire, aim” episode, calling for radio and TV coverage of Stanley Cup riot prosecutions. The day after this half-baked idea was announced, Public Safety Minister Shirley Bond had to sign an executive order directing Crown prosecutors to ask judges for broadcast coverage. Prosecutors have enough trouble getting convictions in our stumbling, delayplagued court system without spending time on TV applications for minor cases. Bond referred reporters to the long list of conditions under which broadcasting may be done from court. In the unlikely event a judge consents to broadcast access, nothing can be aired until at least two hours after a morning or afternoon session has been adjourned. Absurdly, everyone involved, from lawyers to witnesses to defendants, has a veto over their image or voice being broadcast. No accused people would consent to that. The rules are designed to fail. I’m all in favour of televising court, not so much to shame perpetrators as to show what a cozy little closed shop it is. I recently sat in on the pleabargained sentence for James Roy
Taylor, the former Fraser Health technology manager caught with his hand in the cookie jar for the second time in his career. Crown and defence lawyers exchanged legalese barely above a whisper, congratulating each other for the elegance of the tap on the wrist they were giving Taylor for accepting multiple benefits in exchange for approving fraudulent invoices for a doctor supplying questionable electronic health services. Taylor has to do community service, pay back the lolly he admits accepting, and take a reduced pension on account of being fired as a crook. Poor fellow. Anyone who has sat in court for long sees the endless parade of adjournments and excuses that routinely substitute for progress. Years ago I publicized the efforts a pioneering group of youth court observers, ordinary citizens horrified by the sluggish pace of proceedings. Day after day they saw smirking teens watch lawyers compare schedules before heading off to lunch. Those citizens’ efforts led to a diversion program for first-time offenders to provide timely consequences for first-time offenders. Don’t take it from me on the state of our courts. Gov. Gen. David Johnston, a law professor before being appointed the Queen’s representative in Canada, gave a speech in August in which he ripped lawyers for violating their
social contract with the public with unacceptable delays. “We enjoy a monopoly to practise law,” Johnston told the Canadian Bar Association meeting. “In return, we are duty-bound to serve our clients competently, to improve justice and to continuously create the good. That’s the deal.” As usual, the political debate is nearly sterile. The NDP wants more judges, prosecutors, sheriffs and courthouses. Pour more money in, just like the school and health systems, says the party that hasn’t had a new idea in 30 years. Bond did propose a new idea last week. Probation orders with conditions will soon be available for those charged with public drunkenness under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act rather than the Criminal Code. But they would still have to go to court. Perhaps the government could take a cue from their recent revision of impaired driving laws, giving police the ability to assess fines and impound vehicles on the spot. Perhaps by the time the next big drunken riot starts to brew, cops would actually be able to offer consequences. Going around the court system is their best bet these days. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Who’s in charge of the purse strings? I am very thankful that the contractor has finally paved the chunk of road on Larkspur. After numerous attempts over six months to get an answer from the “people supposedly in charge” I was informed that it was not convenient for the contractor to pave the roadway at this time. Well, I ask, what about me as a lowly taxpayer? I certainly didn’t feel it was too convenient to have to drive over this washboard every day. Are the contractors running Sooke? Perhaps in the future we should just be electing them because trying to get the municipality to show leadership is impossible. Who exactly controls the purse strings? Linda Bessant Sooke
Charters family grateful We are the decendents of the first William Bell Charters and his wife Louisa of Sooke. History has the record of the Charters family and their commitment to the community of Sooke and their new country Canada. We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the very wonderful day at the Charters Salmon Interpretive Centre. Such hard work and dedication to a very worthwhile cause is not found often enough in todays busy culture. Each person who saw the need for this project and so willingly spent so many volunteer hours to bring it to fruition have our heartfelt appreciation and respect. We are awed by your investment in this ongoing project which will have a tremendous impact in the years to come. A sincere thank you to each and everyone of you. We had a wonderful day that will be a golden memory of all who were present there. The Charters decendents are very grateful for a day to be long
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The Ancestor, moored at a dock on Sooke Harbour, is a reminder of earlier days when wooden boats sailed in local waters.
remembered. The decendents of William Bell Charters (1824 - 1909)
Build big houses Mr. Ilkay us giving up too easily. Why not work with the seven properties as they are: log them, leaving selected trees; extract gravel to cover costs; build a small golf course maybe, and a mountain biking trail; heated swimming pools and a string of very large houses to take in “temporary boarders” if actual lodges are forbidden. A surfing school maybe, with wet suit and windsurfer rentals. Why give up so easily? He could bus tourists in by hordes, with free transit from downtown Victoria and Saanich. N.E. McNab Shirley
Support makes community amazing My daughter and another Brownie were selling Girl Guide cookies in Sooke this weekend. I was overwhelmed by the incredible support from the community!
To all of you who supported the cookie drive this weekend, a big thanks. To all of you who bought cookies at one location, and then bought more at another location, I’ll double my gratitude /and/ aspire to be more like you in my future. Thank you Sookians! You make this community a real wonderful place to live. Britt Santowski Sooke
See, I told you so Do you recall me whining about the bike rack and parking spaces down at Whiffin Spit a few weeks ago? Well, that metal bike rack is now rattling about the parking lot with impact marks on the lower right front. Some lucky person has backed their car into it. I told you so. I’m not always right, but, man I love it when I am! P.S. Did you know there was already a bike rack located behind the wooden sign by the blue gate? It’s covered in grass and weeds, but there it sits, all alone and neglected. William Slim Sooke
Avatar Grove still needs protection Greg Klem’s most recent letter (“Stop the Avafraud!” Sooke News Mirror Oct. 5) opposing Avatar Grove’s protection is again filled with fallacies and weird logic. Most people would think it’s a good thing that Port Renfrew’s businesses are benefitting from the flood of tourism dollars as thousands of new visitors come to see Avatar Grove, with some businesses having record sales this year. This will only increase if it gets formal protection as an Old-Growth Management Area and hopefully one day as a provincial conservancy or park. About 95 per cent of the valley-bottom ancient forests like the Avatar Grove where the largest trees grow have already been logged on the South Island, leaving mainly old-growth on steep slopes at higher altitudes. Because Avatar Grove is near town, filled with monumental trees even larger than those in Cathedral Grove, and is on valley-bottom flat land (Lower Grove) and gentle slopes (Upper
Grove), there is simply no replacement for Port Renfrew’s tourism economy if it’s logged. Giant cedars are B.C.’s most coveted trees, which is why the company surveyed and flagged a cutblock in Avatar Grove with “Falling Boundary” and “Road Location” tape last year. The last step would’ve been road building and cutting permit applications, which are quickly rubber-stamped – luckily the public outcry happened in time. If Avatar Grove is protected, a boardwalk can be built over the wetter spots and roots of the most popular trees, as well as steps along the first five meters of steep road embankment before entering the grove. Until then, it’s illegal to build trails and boardwalks on Crown land under the Forest and Range Practices Act. Because we’re aiming for the protection of all endangered old-growth forests, we agree with Klem that other oldgrowth stands around Port Renfrew should stay safe –except for some weird reason he just doesn’t want the protection of the most accessible stand with the largest trees, Avatar Grove. We’re proud to work with the visionary leaders of Port Renfrew’s small business community in the Chamber of Commerce. Please support protecting Avatar Grove and all endangered oldgrowth forests by writing to: RenfrewOMGA@ gov.bc.ca and premier@ gov.bc.ca Ken Wu Ancient Forest Alliance
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Community divided The provincial government threw the Juan de Fuca Electoral area into turmoil with the release of the forest lands from the TFL. The community has been scrambling to deal with the aftermath ever since. One result of that turmoil is that factions have developed as the community struggles with land use issues. I am not happy with this divisiveness. Citizens speaking in the fair and open process of a public hearing about the Marine Trail Holdings Development Proposal
should not denigrated within our community. Some in our community complain that people from “outside� have unduly influenced the land use decision. Outsiders didn’t influence the decision... they made the decision. The Capital Regional District panel who votes on our land use issues are all “outsiders.� Mike Hicks is a businessman in Port Renfrew but every representative on the panel lives outside of the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area. Their decision to stop the development proposal is no less valid. Prior to the public meeting I personally made sure everyone was invited to speak. I took time out of my
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Stiff fines for calling while driving $167 fine and three points Benjamin Yong Sooke News Mirror
Drinking and driving now faces stiff competition for the dumbest-things-to-do-whileoperating-a-vehicle award. Over three quarters of people responding to a recent ICBC-endorsed Ipsos Reid survey believed texting or emailing while driving is just as dangerous as being intoxicated, and about nine per cent admitted to doing it themselves. More than half said they had seen drivers using their hand-held devices “several times a day.” RCMP Staff Sergeant Steve Wright said it’s “still a major problem,” and police continue to write tickets on a regular basis. Cellphone use while driving was banned in B.C. in January 2010 and Wright said the message still hasn’t gotten through yet. “I don’t think it’s improved since the legislations been passed. (We’ve written) dozens of tickets since a year ago.” Wright said they aren’t specifically targeting drivers on their cellphones, but usually officers stationed on the side of the road will catch people while looking for violations like speeding or non-seat-
belt use. He added drivers texting is becoming more common, and is even worse than talking on the phone. “I think (it) is probably more dangerous because it’s taking their eyes off the road completely when they’re doing that.” Another problem that has spawned is drivers trying to be sneaky. “Now what’s happening is people are driving, trying to hide the fact that they’re talking on the phone, which makes it an even worse situation.” He said he’s seen people duck their heads down while holding a phone to their ear and, effectively, driving half-blind for a few seconds. Excuses given by those that admitted to the guilty act included “I use the speaker function,” “It was a very short call,” “I pulled over after answering the call,” and “I was stopped at a red light,” according to an ICBC
press release. Use of any electronic device while driving is prohibited even when stopped for a red light, and can result in a $167 fine and three points on your license. Excuses, excuses. That’s what police across the province heard last month from B.C. drivers who were caught using a handheld device while driving. Here are the top excuses police heard from drivers who were caught using a handheld device while driving:
• This is a bogus law. This is the attitude that needs to change. • It was my boss on the phone – I had to answer it. In B.C., crashes are the number-one cause of traumatic work-related deaths, according to WorkSafeBC statistics. • I wasn’t using it – I just like to hold it. Anything – whether it is a garage door opener or a hairbrush – that takes your attention from the road is a distraction and can impact your ability to react to the unexpected. • Sorry officer, I didn’t see you trying to pull me over because I was on my phone. If you don’t notice a police car trying to pull you over, how would you notice nearby pedestrians and cyclists? • But it was an emergency call to my wedding planner! A real emergency would be if your vehicle flipped over in a ditch because you were distracted at the wheel by your
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A little piece of Sooke has packed up and driven out of town. Bob Sykes, owner of Sooke Harbour Motors, recently sold his business that he looked after for over 20 years. “I started at the Shell station in ‘91, and moved up here to the centre of Sooke,” said Sykes, whose used-car dealership was the only one in town that stood the test of time. He began his enterprise by helping a friend sell a Chevy S10 pickup truck out of the gas station garage bays that he rented to do mechanical repair work. “I sold it the next day and made $1,000,” he said, and immediately knew “wow, this is what I wanted to do!” Sykes acquired a dealer’s license soon after, with no real idea of how to sell cars for a living. He hired an assistant, and his first thought was “I guess we should get a vacuum cleaner.” Starting with two cars, he learned along the way and quickly outgrew the bays at Shell. He built his West Coast Road car lot in 1994, with living quarters upstairs, where he has “sold lots of cars” over the last two decades. But in the last four years, he was not spared from the economic downturn. “People are in debt up to here,” he said raising his arm above his head. So when someone came along and made an offer on his Pirjo Raits photo
A classic This 1952 Buick was spotted in a parking lot in Sooke. Sooke seems to attract many classic cars, perhaps it is the slow leisurely road out here.
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Long time local businessman Bob Sykes is leaving Sooke. building, Sykes, 64, decided enough was enough and sold his building to do some travelling in B.C. and Alberta while he mulls over his next move. Born in 100 Mile House, he went to Vancouver in 1965 and started his career as a machinist’s apprentice. He relocated to Victoria in 1979 and worked for a number of companies including Air BC (now part of Air Canada Jazz) repairing ground equipment before coming to Sooke in 1986. Interestingly, what played a part in Sykes leaving town is the same thing that originally drew him here. “There were really, really good deals on houses here because of the economy at that time, interest rates went sky high.” He bought a house on Townsend Road behind John Phillips Memorial Golf Course
for $61,000, a move that opened up countless opportunities for Sykes. Describing himself as a shy 38-year-old at the time, he grew out of his shell and has since been involved with everything from assisting Bob Clark’s campaign for regional director of Juan de Fuca to becoming the president of the Sooke Chamber of Commerce seven times. “Somebody joked I’ve been the chairman of everything.” That includes the finance chairman at the Sooke Region Museum in the early 1990s, helping the facility secure a $350,000 expansion transforming it into what it is today. While wearing his many hats in town, Sykes has watched Sooke change dramatically from a working community centred around fishing and logging to what he calls primarily a bedroom community where people live but work elsewhere. “I thought when we incorporated in 1999 we would see a huge difference in the town. As a business person you want to see a business core develop, a nicer downtown.” With his departure, Sooke residents will have to look elsewhere to purchase a vehicle until someone else steps in to take his place. Perhaps fittingly, the new owner of the Sooke Harbour Motors property will be converting it into an auto repair shop. But Sykes hasn’t discounted the possibility of a return to the west coast. “I belong to the Royal Colwood Golf Club, so I probably won’t go too far,” he joked.
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Upcoming Public Meetings Sooke Program of the Arts Thursday, October 13, 2011 at 9:30 am Committee of the Whole Monday, October 17, 2011 at 7:00 pm This schedule is subject to change. Please call 250-642-1634 to confirm meetings. Council meeting agendas may be viewed at www.sooke.ca
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Tour de Rock riders pedal into Sooke
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Youth parliament seeking members The British Columbia Youth Parliament is after 95 fine young men and women to visit Victoria this Christmas, debate important service projects to benefit the youth of the province, and put those plans in place in 2012. From now until late October, BCYP is calling on community and youth leaders across the province to nominate exceptional young people to take part in this important opportunity. “BCYP is education and community service in action,” says Jessica McElroy, Premier for the upcoming year of BCYP. “We’re after young people who want to learn more about our system of government, make lifelong friends, and take part in projects that benefit our province’s youth. “We’re asking community leaders, elected officials, and others to think about young people who’d be great members of this organization and put their names forward.” The British Columbia Youth Parliament is a non-partisan, non-demoninational service organization. BCYP plans, fundraises for, and puts
in place service projects that help improve the lives of young people. These include group community service events, partnerships with community service organizations, regional model parliaments, and individual youth volunteer projects. BCYP members spend time at the BC Legislature in Victoria between Boxing Day and New Years Eve every year to debate and vote on the organization’s proposed activities and issues of local, national, and international importance. All members sit as independents, and are free to vote according to their conscience on the issues. Potential BCYP members will be: • Between 16 and 21 years of age; • Residents of the province for the past year; • Able to commit to a year’s worth of service; and • Interested in learning more about how our democratic system works. More information and membership applications are available on-line at HYPERLINK “http://www.bcyp.org” www.bcyp.org. This year’s application deadline is Oct. 26.
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Sharrows are for sharing the road Some of you might have noticed these new road markings on Rhodenite Drive. They are called “Sharrows” (Share-Arrows). These marking are an initiative between the Juan De Fuca Cycling Coalition and the District of Sooke. The purpose is to increase awareness of the fact that people on bicycles can and will be using the road. They are becoming popular with many municipalities all over North America and are used in the following situations; • Where there are not enough cyclists to justify bike lanes; • It is too expensive to install bike lanes; • Use of bike lanes would require loss of parking; and/or • Use of bike lanes would require road widening; The idea is that a cyclist should “take the lane”. In other words,
is 40km, so this really should not disrupt traffic flow in any significant way. Particularly in this area there can be many young children on bicycles, so please slow down (well below the speed limit in many cases) when you see children on their bikes and pedestrians) If you have any question or comments please feel free to contact the Juan de Fuca Cycling Coalition at www.jdfcycle.blogspot. com or phone 250-6646492. ride the bike in the area of the markings. This is designed so that the cyclist is in full view of motorists, and far enough away from the curb and parked cars so that there is no chance of them running into an opening parked car door. For motorists, this means sharing the road with bicycles, slowing
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Enjoy a musical journey with Gord Phillips C
ontinuing with our desire to present more local talent, this Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feature performer for the Sooke Folk Music Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s monthly coffee house is local singer/songwriter, Gord Phillips. Gord is a passionate and powerful entertainer. His blues infused, folk rock style has been compared with the likes of early Rolling Stones and Steve Earle combined. Gord enjoys connecting with the audience and when the opportunity arises he takes the time to give the back story to his songs. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s his way of making each performance feel like a unique experience for the audience. A natural on stage there is always some banter between songs. Many have com-
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Gord Phillips performs on Saturday night. mented on how comfortable he is when the show is on. Solo or with The Assimilators Gord puts on a great show. His is a versatile and eclectic sound guaranteed
to get your attention and keep it, with driving original tunes and interactive vibe, giving folk a sweet rock influenced edge. His style has tones of Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello and Neil
Young, all big influences for Gord. Sooke is home. In Victoria and the surrounding area, Gord Phillips & the Assimlators are around every corner, playing any venue from clubs to pubs, coffee shops and theatres. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You will be Assimilated. And it will be good.â&#x20AC;? Gordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s song writing is versatile and unique. It is inspired by life. One song will be a rockabilly tune Sinner for a Day, the next maybe some straight ahead rock Market, or a wicked upbeat Rhythm & Blues Punks, taking it down and giving a jazz feel. Pypers Flower Song, and finishing off with a combination of all that Oldman War to make the assimilation complete. A night with Gord onstage is a journey all will enjoy.
He is very busy in the community working on the music video for the Sooke Hiway. A new album is in the works along with an interactive kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; song book inspired by an otter. There are many sides to Gord and when you see him live a combination of all those come together in song. Check his website: http://www. gordphillips.com for tour dates near you. We are happy to have Gord Phillips as our feature performer this Sat-
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Music is my religionâ&#x20AC;? says Gord,â&#x20AC;? I need to play.â&#x20AC;? Gord has garnered local success in British Columbia with the release of his album, Looking Glass in 2010. The single, Sooke Hiway, and Movinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Out West have received radio play on CBC, CFUV, CFAX, 100.3 Thr Q and many other stations across B.C.. Sooke Hiway was also performed by the Sooke Community Choir with Gord live in May 2011.
urday, Oct. 15. Please come out and join us for an evening of inspiring original music from this local talent. It all happens at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1962 Murray Road. Doors open at 7 p.m., with our open stage at 7:30 and our feature at 9. The Sooke Folk Music Society has been bringing quality musical entertainment to the Sooke community since 1992.
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Prosit! Share a pint at Oktoberfest Attention Annual event coming up Pirjo Raits Sooke News Mirror
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ive million people, seven million litres of beer and mountains of pork knuckles and sausages are part of the annual Oktoberfest held in Munich for 17 days from late September to the first weekend in October. It is classed as the largest festival in the world and many cities and towns in North America hold their own Oktoberfest. Sooke is no exception, except their festival is for one night only and it is the eighth annual Oktoberfest. On Oct. 15, you won’t be eating any schweinshaxe or reiberdatschi but you may be partaking of sausages and beer. The evening at the Legion, 6726 Eustace Road, will begin with cocktails at 5:45 p.m. and proceed to a din-
English songs to sing some in German. Tony Brouwers will do a bit of yodelling and Paul McTavish will take on the role of emcee. People are likely to turn up on sennerhut, lederhosen and dirndl but getting dressed in German clothes is not a necessity, it’s for fun and to get into the mood, and it is strongly encouraged. The proceeds from the evening will go to the Sooke District Lioness Club Santa Sacks program. Tickets are available at Shoppers and Peoples Drug Mart, Jo’s Hair Design and at the Legion. No one will want to File photo become a “bierleichen” Bring out your best dirndl, the Sooke District a German word meaning beer corpses, but if Lioness Club is hosting Oktoberfest. one does it is best to arrange a ride home. Have fun but do not ner of bratwurst, sau- ing of German songs, drink and drive. So get ready to shout erkraut, kartoffel salat all geared to get people and rotkohl at 6:30 end- into the Oktoberfest “O” zapft is! when you ing with Black Forest mood. Mary Ross will tuck into your first cake and apple strudel squeeze out the tunes beer. It is the traditional on the accordian and cry after the first keg is for dessert. There will be accord- Janet McTavish will tapped in Munich. ian players and the sing- take a break from her
Senior Citizens Senior Care Facilities Small Businesses Over the past 35 years my wife and I have shaped our painting business to accommodate the needs of seniors and their families. We offer in our prices to move all furniture and pictures, drapes etc. and clean after painting as well as putting all furniture back in place and rehanging pictures and drapes. This makes for no work for seniors or their family. We offer the same services for senior care facilities. For small businesses we will move files, desks etc and clean before putting them back. This can usually be done over a weekend which means no downtime for the business or staff. We look forward to serving the needs of our community in the future.
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Smell gas? Get out, then call: FortisBC’s 24-hour Emergency Line at 1-800-663-9911, or 911.
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Doe de doe
Natural gas is used safely in homes across B.C. everyday. FortisBC adds an odourant that smells like rotten eggs or sulphur. If there’s a leak, you’ll smell it. FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc.
The pretty little fawns are all growing up. This doe and her offspring seem very relaxed.
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Film festival first of its kind Paws and Claws Film Festival for local wild animals in need The BC SPCA Wild ARC’s wild animal film festival event is underway. The Paws and Claws Film festival is the first of its kind in Western Canada, and wildlife films from the area are currently being submitted. There are several great events being held to celebrate these films and our local wildlife. On Wednesday Nov. 2 at 7 p.m., select Paws and Claws film entries will be viewed at the Gibson Auditorium on Lansdowne campus
of Camosun College. Admission is by donation, but if you cannot make it in person, select films will also be available online for viewing and you can vote for your favourite film here spca.bc.ca/filmfestival starting Oct. 31. Winning films will be selected in the categories of ‘Critic’s Choice’ and ‘People’s Choice’ and announced at the main event, the Paws and Claws Soiree, Saturday Nov. 5 at CFB Esquimalt (Naden Wardroom). The Paws and Claws Soiree includes a dinner and auction, along with the film awards, with all funds raised going to help local injured and orphaned wildlife. The BC SPCA Wild ARC receives no direct government funding,
which means annual fundraisers like Paws and Claws are crucial to covering operating costs. “So far this year, we have treated over 1,700 animals from the southern Vancouver Island region. This number is up 10 per cent from this time last year and what is also going up is the cost of their care,” says Wild ARC’s Branch Manager Kari Marks. “The animals require specialized medicine, food and enclosures tailored to their needs.” The Paws and Claws Soiree will take place at 6:30 p.m. at CFB Esquimalt (Naden Wardroom) on Nov. 5. Tickets for the event are
available for purchase online spca.bc.ca/filmfestival or by phone BC SPCA Wild ARC 250-4789453. The BC SPCA is a non-profit organization funded primarily by public donations. Our mission is to prevent cruelty and to promote the welfare of animals through a wide range of services, including cruelty investigations, emergency rescue and treatment, sheltering and adoption of homeless and abused animals, humane education, advocacy, farm animal welfare, spay/ neuter programs, and wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.
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Capital Regional District Notice of meeting
Land Use Committee of the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area Date: Time: Place:
October 18, 2011 7:00pm Juan de Fuca Electoral Area Office #2 – 6868 West Coast Road, Sooke, BC
1. Development Variance Permit a) VAR-08-11 – Lot 1, Section 47, Otter District, Plan VIP23769 (Anidjar-Romain – 7776 Tugwell Road) 2. Agricultural Land Reserve Application for Inclusion a) ALR-01-11 - Lots 1 and 2, Section 30, Otter District, Plan 13987 (Shaw – 2322 Kemp Lake) Due to advertising deadline, other items may be included on the agenda. Please call 250.642.1500 for confirmation. Comments on agenda items can be submitted before noon October 18, 2011 by email to jdfinfo@crd.bc.ca or be submitted at the meeting. Staff reports will be available after October 13, 2011 on the CRD website at: www.crd.bc.ca/reports/ juandefucalandusecom_/2011_/index.htm or can be viewed at our office at 2-6868 West Coast Road, Sooke, Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm.
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Literacy programs coming to Sooke Children and youth needing extra academic help in reading, writing and mathematics will be able to access the READ Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programs for the first time in Sooke this fall. The availability of the new community services is thanks to a partnership between Edward Milne Community School Society, the Sooke Region Literacy Project, the Sooke School District and the READ Society. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The literacy community in Sooke came together to help READ understand the needs of the community, how we could meet those needs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and to help us find a suitable space to offer services,â&#x20AC;? says Claire Rettie, READâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s executive director. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thrilled to be able to finally deliver outreach programs in Sooke and remove the access barrier for families.â&#x20AC;? Until now, the closest READ location has been at the West Shore Family Resource Centre in Colwood. Jodie McDonald, the Literacy Outreach Coordinator for the Sooke Region says she is aware of the need for READâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s services in the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve met many parents looking for help with read-
ing and math for their children, so Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m thrilled to be working with the READ Society to bring some options here to Sooke,â&#x20AC;? McDonald says. The non-profit literacy organization will begin offering individualized programs by teachers at Edward Milne Community School on Tuesdays and Thursdays afterschool. READ has provided learning and literacy programs in Greater Victoria for 35 years. As a non-profit, the organization provides fee-based services and also fundraises with the community to provide tuition assistance for children and youth who are from low income households and whose academic skills are below grade level. Sooke households will have the opportunity to apply for the funding, which allows children and youth to access remedial learning help at a reduced rate based on a sliding scale. Classes will be offered throughout the school year, and programs may be extended to additional days depending on community needs, Rettie says. More information
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Where in the World? Submitted photos
Jessica Rempel, above, with the Sooke News Mirror at the Tracy Arm Fjord in Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder on an Alaskan Cruise September 1, 2011.
Right, the Stratton family enjoying the Sooke News Mirror and a scenic overlook of rugged mountain in the Haiti Range between Gold River and Woss Lake B.C. Below, Ted and Debby, Dave and Trudi, Rich and Laurie and Tim and Ollie on a cruise to Glazier Bay, Alaska. Far right, Wendy and Ken Hales in Times Square in Sept 2011 while visiting Wendy’s daughter, Gillian Dixon.
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Below, Lucille Barfield went to the Galapagos Islands late September and so did the Mirror.
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Birds of a feather Birds make amazing patterns in the air.
Questions and Answers from Sooke
PROFESSIONALS Q. I notice a lot of contractor trucks in Sooke lately that are not from Sooke. Are all the local companies too busy, so we have to hire from ‘outof-town’? A. Although there are excellent, very qualified, trades persons here in Sooke, including ‘Master’ qualified (25 years plus - as journeymen), it seems several Sooke residents don’t investigate the possibilities. Shopping local can, and will, save you money! Be careful and ask about qualifications, experience, insurance, bonding, WCB ‘In Good Standing’ BBB Accredited. Don’t be fooled by non-certified, non-licensed. IF calling Victoria for any service or renovation, ask about travelling time. Victoria may be $100 before they even start at your home or business. If you have a plumbing, gas, propane or heating that needs questions answered, don’t hesitate to call us at 250-642-4499 or Kel’s cell at 250-883-4349. www.gasfitter.ca click SOOKE, we live here. Lost? Look for the Northern Star for direction. We specialize in ‘Peace of Mind’
Condominiums: Their lower price make entry into the real estate ownership market easier. You have title to your individual unit in a multi-unit property, and share in the ownership of the land and other common property with all the other unit owners. In most cases, it is owner-occupied and owner run. Owners ensure their investment is maintained and regard improvements as an investment which increases the value of their individual unit. Benefits - Protection from rent increases & lower cost of ownership. Appreciation of capital value & pride of ownership. On the other hand a loss of freedom may be experienced due to rules and by-laws e.g. type of pets allowed, right to rent unit etc. Due to a larger concentration of people you may experience problems with the “5 p’s”, pets, parties, parking, personality and people. If you have any questions about this subject please call me at 250-642-6056 or email michaeldick@isellsooke.com
Tip 1: Check your vehicle manual To learn original equipment manufacturer recommendations for the battery’s Group Size, Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) and Reserve Capacity requirements for your car or truck. CCA is critical for good cranking ability while Reserve Capacity is important because it helps to power the vehicle’s electrical system in the event of alternator failure. CCA is the rating that shows the battery’s ability to deliver its rated amps for 30 seconds at 0 degrees F while maintaining an operating level of at least 7.2 volts (1.2 volts per cell). CCA shows the battery’s ability to deliver its rated amps for 30 seconds at 0 degrees F or -18 degrees C. Reserve Capacity (RC) - RC tells you how many minutes the battery can supply 25 amps of power at 80 degrees F or 27 degrees C without falling below 10.5 volts. In other words, it’s battery “staying power.” Tip 2: Beware of products that display only ratings like Hot Cranking Amps (HCA) or Cranking Amps (CA). These products are tested at higher temperatures so the resulting numbers seem higher. Today’s automotive industry’s starting requirements are based on a CCA rating.
Q. When is the best time to make investment contributions? A. Start contributing monthly throughout the year - If you’re like the typical Canadian, you probably wait until the “RRSP Season” to make your RRSP or TFSA contribution. Instead, consider setting up a pre-authorized chequing plan. By investing smaller amounts systematically all year long - 1) It allows you to take advantage of the compounding effect of your savings over time, 2) It forces you to put saving ahead of spending, 3) When you invest a set amount of money each month, you can take advantage of a technique called “dollar cost averaging.” With dollar cost averaging, you enter the market gradually, buying more shares when the price is low (like purchasing shares “on sale”) and fewer when the price is high. This is often more affordable than trying to come up with a lump sum during “RRSP season” time.
Q. What does “health literacy” mean? A. Health literacy means that you’re able to do three things: one, make daily choices that keep you healthy; two, find and understand information about your health; and three, locate and use proper health services. That seems pretty straightforward, doesn’t it? But the Canadian Council on Learning reported in 2007 that 60% of adult Canadians don’t have necessary skills to manage their health adequately. By using the “Ask Me 3” method, you can improve your health literacy. The next time you visit a medical practitioner, try asking three questions: “What is my main problem?” “What do I need to do?” and “Why is it important for me to do this?”
Q: Can I take equity out of my home for renovations? A: Yes you can! With interest rates still at historic lows, it my be a good time to put the equity in your home to work. Recently, the Federal Government announced changes regarding the maximum loan to value for mortgage refinancing. You can now access up to 85% of the value of your home. When you put that money to work creating a new kitchen or bathroom, not only do you enjoy added convenience, your property value may increase as well. To see how much equity is available from you home, call:
Jodie McDonald 250-580-2252 Literacy Outreach Coordinator Sooke Region, Vancouver Island info@sookeliteracy.ca
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SOOKE CANADA DAY SOCIETY is having their AGM and election of of¿cers on Oct. 20th at the SEAPARC Board Room at 7 p.m.
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Gina Watt took this photo on Oct. 2, down by Sooke Harbour Marina Resort. The title she came up with is “Canada Geese Make Synchronized Landing On Sooke Harbour.” Reader’s Photo of the Week is sponsored by Ellen Bergerud. Please send your good quality jpegs to: editor@ sookenewsmirror.com. They will be printed as space permits. See all of this week’s photos and more on our website at: www.sookenewsmirror.com, click on Photos Store/Gallery on the top right hand corner of the web page.
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will be holding it’s annual general meeting (AGM) in the East Sooke Volunteer Fire Hall, 1397 Coppermine road on the 21st of November at 7:00 pm in the downstairs training room. There are four seats up for election in the commission. Three two year terms and One one year term.
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Protect yourself - get a flu shot If you could easily protect yourself, your family and those you come into contact with from the flu, why wouldn’t you? That is the question the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) wants you to consider and encourages everyone to get the flu shot this season. “With the flu season already upon us, we want to remind everyone about the importance of getting immunized,” said Dr. Murray Fyfe, VIHA’s Medical Health Officer. “It is the easiest thing you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones from getting the flu. The flu can also lead to other infections including viral or bacterial pneumonia which affect the lungs.” The vaccine includes protection from H1N1 as well as two other strains. “The vaccine is the same as last year’s, however, immunity does not last which is why getting an annual flu shot is so important,” noted Fyfe. “The earlier you get your shot in the flu season,
the sooner you will be protected throughout the season.” Starting in mid-October, VIHA will provide public flu immunization clinics in communities across the Island to the following groups who are eligible for free flu shots: • People 65 years of age and over and their caregivers • Children and adults with chronic health conditions and their household contacts • Health care workers • Emergency responders • Healthy children aged 6-23 months • Household contacts and caregivers of infants aged 0 - 23 months • Pregnant women who will be in their third trimester during the influenza season • Residents of nursing homes and other chronic care facilities • Owners and operators of poultry farms • Aboriginal peoples • People who are very obese (those with a body mass index of 40 or greater)
• Corrections officers and inmates in provincial correctional institutions • Those who provide care or service in potential outbreak settings housing high risk persons (e.g. crew on ships) Bring your CareCard or other government I.D. (valid driver’s license) when you get your flu shot. Those who are not eligible for the free flu vaccine through the publiclyfunded program should contact their family doctor, local pharmacy, walk-in clinic, or travel clinic. In Sooke a flu clinic will be held at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 2205 Otter Point Road (upstairs) on Tuesday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Another will be held on the following dates at the Sooke Child, Youth and Family Centre (CASA) at 2145 Townsend Road: Thursday, Nov. 27 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Thursday, Nov. 3 from 2 to 7 p.m.; and on Tuesday, Nov. 8 fromm 1:15 to 3:30 p.m.
To find the local flu clinic schedules, please visit VIHA’s web site at www.viha.ca/flu. How flu vaccine works: Natural infection from certain diseases can kill or seriously harm a child before their body is able to mount an effective immune response. The vaccine triggers your own body’s natural immune response into action to protect you against the disease without the risk of infection. The vaccine contains antigens: harmless substances (such as dead bacteria or molecules) associated with the disease. The body thinks the antigens are the disease itself, and its immune system starts creating antibodies: proteins that can hone in on that disease’s bacteria or viruses. Now the immune system knows how to create antibodies against the disease. And if that disease attacks your body, your immune system is ready to fight it off.
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October 12
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October 15
MOVIE NIGHT Awareness film night at Edward Milne Community School. By donation at 7 p.m.
FREE LECTURE Dr. Parvez Kumar presents “Looking Down on Our Planet” at the EMCS Theatre from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
VITAL VITTLES Free lunch every Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Church on Murray Road. Everyone welcome.
55+ CLUB Join Karen at Peoples Drug Mart for coffee, cake and prizes for seniors. Catch up with your friends and enjoy 15 per cent off on most products. Every second Thusrday of each month.
STEAK NIGHT Cutlery included, but bring your appetite. Starts at 6 p.m. at the Sooke Legion.
OKTOBERFEST 2011 Sausage, authentic salads, and entertainment from Sooke’s own Janet and Paul McTavish. At the Legion from 5:45 to 9 p.m.
TOASTMASTERS Sooke Harbour Toastmasters meet and greet night at Village Foods from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call Allan at 642-7520 with any questions. WOMEN’S SOCCER If you’re in the big city, catch the Sooke div-1 team face off against Vic West FC at Topaz Park, 8 to 10 p.m.
LANTERN WORKSHOP Learn to create your own Halloween lantern from 1 to 3 p.m. For all ages, call Melody at 250-646-2995 for more info.
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OPEN MIC NIGHT Drop by the 17 Mile House Pub and catch a musical act or two during their weekly open mic night. Open until 11 p.m.
EUCHRE NIGHT Starts at 7 p.m. sharp at Sooke Legion.
YOUTH CLINIC At Harbour Medical Clinic from 4 to 7 p.m. For more info call 250+642-4233.
October 16
STEPS TO THE FUTURE The Child Care Society is having a car wash and barbecue fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sooke Home Hardware parking lot.
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October 17
SCHOOL DISTRICT 62 Education Standing Committee meeting from 4 to 5 p.m. in the school district board room at 3143 Jacklin Road. Call 250-474-9800 for more information.
October 18
DROP-IN FLU CLINIC Seasonal flu clinics for adults and children, from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the district council chambers (2205 Otter Point Road).
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North-Island Auto Dealership is accepting resumes for the position of Sales Manager/Business Manager Please send resume including management qualiďŹ cations to: The Mirror, #104 250 Dogwood St. Campbell River, V9W 5C1 ATTENTION: Box #155 or email to angelah@campbellrivermirror.com and type Box #155 in the subject line.
PRODUCE MANAGER. Jasper Super A is currently recruiting for a Produce Manager. Reporting directly to the Store Manager, the Produce Manager is responsible for all aspects of operating a successful produce department including, scheduling, ordering, receiving, merchandising, gross margins, sales ratios, expense controls, and supervising the produce department. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential. Previous produce experience will be considered an asset. TGP offers a competitive compensation and beneďŹ t package as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development. If you have the skills and abilities to meet our expectations and want to progress with a dynamic organization, please forward your resume: The Grocery People Ltd., 14505 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, AB, T5L 3C4. Fax 780-447-5781. Email: humanresources@tgp.ca
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FUND RAISER STEPS TO THE FUTURE CHILD CARE SOCIETY CAR WASH AND BBQ Sunday, October 16, 10 am - 2 pm Sooke Home Hardware parking lot
GUN SHOW Courtenay Fish & Game Comox Logging Road BUY, SELL & TRADE Sunday October 16th 9 am - 2pm Breakfast & Lunch available BRING THE FAMILY For more information call Bob 1-250-339-1179 Comox SPECTRUM School Alumni event 6-9 pm Oct 14 Grads of 81 Reunion Oct 15, 2011 7 pm spectrumalumni@shaw.ca 250-888-5801
DOWNTOWN VICTORIAparking available, 800 block of Broughton St. $225/month. Call 250-381-3633, local 247. JUAN DE FUCA Emergency Program OfďŹ ce: 250-642-2266 Co-ordinators Homes: 250642-3772. Cellular: 250-8830607. Email: jdfemerg@telus.net. Provincial Contact: 1800-663-3456 SOOKE CRISIS & Referral Centre, 2043 Church Rd. Open 10am-1pm, Mon.-Fri. 250-642-0215. SOOKE MEALS on Wheels, Box 109, Sooke, BC V9Z 0E5. Alma Anslow 250-642-2184.
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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Sooke Seniors Drop in Center Wed., Nov. 9, 2011, noon Following Hot Lunch in the FireďŹ ghtersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lounge Election of OfďŹ cers; Positions to ďŹ ll: Vice President and 3 directors Please forward nominations to Carol Pinalski, President @ 250-642-6612 on or before Oct. 31st, 2011
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We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilďŹ eld construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilďŹ eld roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051. SPARE DRIVER for Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bus needed. Also urgently needed volunteers to serve on the board. Sooke Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Activity Society. 250-642-4662
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COMOX VALLEY RV requires a Sales Manager, Finance Manager and 2 Sales Representatives. Automotive sales experience an asset. Please email your resume to: danny@comoxvalleyrv.com Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following jobs: 1)Heavy Duty Mechanic. 2)Driller Blaster Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259 HOUSEKEEPER PT Wanted, Nov. 1st. Mature responsible N/S lady (non medical) job duties that entail 8 hr., of light housekeeping per week in exchange for a modern ground level fully furnished self-contained accommodation, all utilities, TV & WiFi inc., (Min. 3 month to start. Separate entrance & parking provided in a quiet family home in sooke. No Pets. Mary 250-360-6168
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HELP WANTED Alberta earthmoving company requires a journeyman heavy duty mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for ďŹ eld work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051.
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The Lemare Group is currently seeking an Executive Assistant with excellent verbal and written communication skills to support one of the principle owners. Primary duties of this position include managing calendars, coordinating travel arrangements, preparing and insuring that required documents and other materials are provided in advance of meetings. An advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel is required, as well as excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple confidential and important responsibilities simultaneously. Competitive salary is commensurate with experience. Applicant must be willing to relocate to Port McNeill, Vancouver Island. Please fax resumes to 250-9564888 or email: office@lemare.ca. THE SOOKE NEWS Mirror cautions readers about sending money to obtain information about any employment opportunities WANTED Part-time person Nov-April, 2012 To develop a farm & food producing support network Sooke region For details: www.sookefood.ca www.sookefoodchi.ca Submit resume/covering letter to our web site. Closing date 4:30pm, Oct. 14, 2011
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Students, teachers, staff and onlookers clap and cheer as Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock cyclists and their police escorts make their way up Throup Road.
Benjamin Yong Sooke News Mirror
“Everyone has been touched by cancer and has a story,” said Heather Strange as she wiped tears out of her eyes, watching the Irwin family have their head shaved inside Poirier Elementary last Thursday afternoon to support Cops for Cancer. She said her sevenyear-old son Carter has “some serious health issues,” and that she can relate to the Irwins — whose daughter Daisy fought leukemia when she was a baby. “We’ve done fundraisers together to help out Carter so from a mom’s perspective, I get it,” said an emotional Strange, who added she will be raising money to help her own son in May. Molly, Daisy’s big sis-
ter, shrieked in delight as the razor sheared off the first chunk of her hair. Her dad, Patrick, was calm as could be as his curly brown locks fell to the floor strand by strand. Deafening cheers filled the air. The Poirier gym was overflowing with members of the T-Sou-ke First Nation, Sooke Pipe & Drums, teachers, staff, parents, and students including ones bussed in from all over the region. The Tour de Rock riders stood in a line at the front while there was singing, speeches, and the presentation of donations from various schools and organizations. A Poirier Grade 5 student, Claire Arts, contributed a ziplock bag containing her pony tail which she cut off to have made into a wig for cancer patients. The riders, nearing
Cops for Cancer touches common chord
‘from a mom’s perspective, I get it’ --Heather Strange
Carter, 7, left, with mother Heather Strange during the presentations inside the Poirier Elementary gymnasium. the end of their tour, have experienced similar support at their many stops along the way.
“We started out in Duncan this morning and rode out to Shawnigan Lake and had a great reception,”
✪ SEAPARC STAR of the WEEK SOPHIE CHAPMAN
the hump, or the Malahat, after that and rode up as a team slow and steady.” To welcome Trevor and the rest of his team into Sooke, children lined the sidewalks holding signs with encouraging messages like “Go Go Go!” hand-
You always know when this week’s SEAPARC Star enters the building because a little ray of sunshine comes with her. Three year old Sophie Chapman only recently started coming to SEAPARC, but she has already warmed the hearts of our Staff. She comes here twice a week for skating lessons, she swims here with her family and she took her Dad to our Dinosaur Dig a few weeks ago. When we asked who her best friend is, she instantly squealed “Daddy” but she later told us that Vivian is another of her best friends. She loves her dog Chili and told us that he is a Shepherd/Rhodesian cross. Sophie is a music lover; we’re told that she starts dancing as soon as the tunes come on. She is well versed in all types of music from Punk to Classical to Hard Rock and can recite the lyrics from many bands, but her all-time favourite one is Rancid. She has done a lot of travelling and even learned to speak some Greek for her family trip to Greece. She is looking forward to starting school when she’s bigger because she wants to learn how to read and says that it will be fun to play with all of the other kids. Sophie is talkative, sociable and has personality plus! She has an imaginary monkey named Gordie that lives in her pocket and she was happy to let us meet him. She likes painting and cooking with her Mom and we are told that she is very good at colouring and singing too. Their family is expecting a new baby in a few months and they’ve decided on Sasha for a name whether it’s a girl or a boy! Sasha will be so lucky to have a big sister like you Sophie! Thank you for being our SEAPARC Star, you rock!
said RCMP Const. Steve Trevor from Comox Valley. “ We did a couple schools out there and we went and conquered
coloured on them, yelling and clapping every time a car or bike rode by as they waited for the Tour de Rock group. It was the first time this many kids were able to attend since the tour has traditionally been held in the early eve-
ning, said Journey Middle School counsellor Janine Brooks. “The energy is incredible.” Journey vice principal Wayne Kelly said their school raised $1,500 in three days for the cause through bake sales and games like throw an egg at a teacher. Despite the young age of the students, he said they understand how devastating cancer is. “There have been a few students (at our school in the past) who have passed away from leukemia,” said Kelly. The school has held little memorials and installed benches in their memory. “We explain that to the kids.” The total amount raised by Sooke is still being tallied up, but so far has surpassed $$20,000.
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Journey gets hockey academy Benjamin Yong Sooke News Mirror
Grade six and seven students eligible for credit class
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ockey has finally made the journey to Sooke’s lone middle school. Starting with the 2011/12 school year, grade six and seven students at Journey Middle School are eligible to enroll in the hockey academy program that takes place twice a week during school hours for academic credit. “There’s no kind of tryout or anything like that, any kid just putting on skates could
Wayne Kelly, vice principal at Journey Middle School, holds up the hockey jersey for their new hockey academy program. belong to that program — boy or girl, regardless of ability,” said Journey vice principal Wayne Kelly. Kelly, together with Ross Elm who is the hockey instructor as well as the Grade 6 teacher at Journey, came up with the idea two years ago. “Sooke is a big area where kids play lacrosse, soccer, and
they’re involved so we started talking about that,” said Kelly. The reason it took this long to make a reality is because there is a long process of getting the paperwork completed with the board as well as Hockey Canada who has to approve the program. The instructor has to be a teacher at the school, and also has to
have the right mixture of hockey background and skills. Fortunately for Journey, Kelly said Elm played junior A hockey and was the perfect candidate. “Ross had to take some course work to get all certified up, and we had to secure the ice time and then when you have all that stuff
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Hockey, continued from page 29 you can apply to the board for approval.” On Mondays and Wednesdays, the 30-odd students in the program go to the Sooke arena to practice, and the rest take science with Elm’s partner teacher. For the hockey-inclined kids, their ice team is in lieu of another non-core course like phys-ed or cooking. The hockey academy so far is only available for grade six and seven students because Kelly called it a “litmus test” to ensure there was enough interest in the program before fully committing. The school hopes to extend it to grade eight next year. “If we don’t have that there’s going g g to
Wayne Kelly — Journey vice principal
be a lot of squawking from the parents,” said Kelly, laughing. “It’s a nice feed up to Edward Milne because they
have their hockey program.” He added this addition to the middle school is particularly important because in previous years, Journey has lost students to other schools in the district.
“We had five kids that were at the Spencer (hockey) academy last year, and their parents live right here. They would have loved to keep them here and send them through to Edward Milne,” said E Kelly. K To apply, there is a separate package for s both kids and their b parents to fill out. The p applicant’s grades are a also a looked at to ensure they won’t struggle acat demically. There is also d a $700 fee although the school said there are s subsidies available for s parents who may be p struggling financially. “Our philosophy here is anybody, as long as you’re keen, as long as you’ve got the desire and really want to be part of that program and your parents support it — you’re in.”
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Continued from page 30 ton State despite an early-race incident with another car. The 100-lap race featured drivers from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and California to
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n awesome show of good fishing, community support and decent weather made the first annual Sooke Coho Derby a success. It was nice see all the boats plying the waters off Sooke in search of a big Coho to win the derby. The big one came off the Otter Point
area and was weighed in by Bob Pincombe taking first place of $3500 with a 16-pound Coho. Second was Ryan Mureland with 15.3 and third went to Justin Wilson with a 14.3. Nice Fish Jr. Dylan Yakimovich took top spot in the kids catagory with a 10.7 and $125 cash. Their were over a 100
A good crowd turnout for the Sooke Coho Derby Nice Fish Jr. Dylan gets his winners check in the kids group. fish weighed in and fish filleters Dave and many more caught. Ryan for getting the Nothing like a derby job done. A special when everyone catch- thanks goes to Eaglees it which makes for a Eye for selling the good time. The Sooke most derby tickets. Food Bank was also For a first time derby a big winner netting it was a success. Until over 500 pounds of next time. Coho fillets donated Keep your rod tip up! by the many anglers Kiwi. Until next time. who took part in the Keep your rod tip up! derby’s donate a fish Kiwi Magic draw. Thanks to the
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WEEKLY TIDE TABLES Day Time HT Time HT Time HT Time HT 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
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TIMES ARE IN STANDARD TIME, HEIGHTS IN FEET Best fishing time: 1½ hours after high tide.
‘TAKE A KID FISHING’
1st Annual Coho Derby was a huge success Thanks to everyone who volunteered and took part in this first Sooke event. The next derby in the Sooke Fishing Series will be the Ball and Chain Winter Spring Salmon Derby to be held on Boxing Day 2011. Stay tuned for the details. Local Seafood • Bait • Tackle • Gear • Fishing Charters 250-642-4410 • 6947 Westcoast Rd. @ Jock’s Dock
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Anniversary YOU COULD WIN 1 OF 3 GIFT CARDS A gift in honour of our Anniversary Event
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1997 We’ve Got Your Fall Supplies:
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- Lime, Bulbs, Bone Meal
- Presto Logs, Fire Logs, Pellets - Tarps, Boots, Raingear
Sooke
6626 Sooke Road 250-642-6366