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Approximately 3,000 people gathered in front of the B.C. legislature Monday to protest the Northern Gateway Pipeline project, including George and Brenda Knox. A protest is also expected this morning (Oct. 24) at the office of Oak Bay-Gordon Head MLA Ida Chong. The protests are organized by a coalition of groups that want to send a clear message to government about the plan to pipe crude oil from the Alberta oilsands to Kitimat, B.C. Sharon Tiffin/News staff
Protesters target MLA’s office Tim Collins Reporting
Oak Bay-Gordon Head MLA Ida Chong’s constituency office in Saanich will be the site of a protest this morning (Oct. 24) intended to drive home opposition to the Enbridge and Kinder Morgan pipeline proposals. The protest comes on the heels of Monday’s demonstration at the B.C. legislature where thousands of people organized by Defend Our Coasts, a loose coalition of First Nations, unions, environmental organizations and others, voiced their opposition to the project. Celine Trojand, coalition spokesperson, said that protesters will link arms in front of Chong’s office to show an “unbroken wall of opposition” to Enbridge. “She’s the minister for Aboriginal affairs and this is important to them (First Nations people),” said
Trojand. The demonstration at Chong’s office is one of a series of demonstrations targeting MLAs offices across the province today. Organizers want the protest to draw attention to Chong’s role and responsibilities regarding Aboriginal affairs. “It’s a swing riding (Oak Bay-Gordon Head) that was won by a very narrow margin,” said Trojand. “She (Chong) has to know that … the way she handles this issue will make a difference in the next election.” Chong says that she and the B.C. Liberal government share the group’s concern. “They’re saying what we’re saying. It’s a matter of risk/benefit and right now there’s nothing but risk.”
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In July, the provincial government outlined its position on the pipeline proposals by listing five points that needed resolution before the projects could proceed, including one that requires that aboriginal and treaty rights be addressed. “There are some 20 B.C. First Nations groups at the (federal joint review panel) hearings. Not one of them support the project. That tells us something,” said Chong. “If there is no support that develops from First Nations, I would have to go to the premier and say ‘we haven’t met that point and can’t proceed.’ I would have to oppose the project on those grounds.” PLEASE SEE: First Nations, Page A11
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Federal byelection set for Nov. 26
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All major parties have candidates ready to go Daniel Palmer News staff
Victoria residents will be heading to the polls Nov. 26 to choose their next Member of Parliament. The Prime Minister’s office announced the date for the byelection last Sunday. The Conservative Party of Canada named Dale Gann as its candidate in the Victoria riding
just one day before calling the election. Gann is currently the president of the University of Victoria’s Vancouver Island Technology Park and the marine technology centre, where he master-planned two properties to successfully lure high tech companies to the Capital Region, according to a press release. The NDP, Greens, and Liberals will also be running candidates for the seat, which was made vacant after NDP MP Denise Savoie stepped down Aug. 31 for health reasons. The four candidates all have strong connections to UVic. Flying the NDP banner is Murray Rankin, an
environmental lawyer who is spearheading the provincial NDP’s legal opposition to the Enbridge pipeline project. The Green Party is represented by Donald Galloway, a UVic law professor who is endorsed by the likes of David Suzuki and Nobel Prizewinning climate scientist Andrew Weaver. The Liberals hope Paul Summerville, an economist and adjunct professor at UVic’s Peter. B. Gustavson School of Business, will be able to secure a win in Victoria. Two other byelections will take place on the same day in Calgary Centre and Durham, Ont. dpalmer@vicnews.com
Feeding the hungry Isaac Alexander, left, Farley MorrisRiddell, Cassidy Johnson and Maira Cabrera sit in the École Willows School hallway with food the kindergarteners are collecting for their annual food drive for World Food Day. The project helps the students practice counting and will be donated to the Mustard Seed food bank at the end of the month.
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The Oak Bay Police Department wants to know what residents want from their police service. They’ve undertaken a process to gather information from the community so that a four-year strategic plan can be developed. The plan will address issues such as resources and the “philosophy of the service.” “It’s important to involve the community to find out what they value,” said Chief Mark Fisher. “There’s always the risk that we become to inwardly focussed and then a disconnect can happen between what the community wants and what we think is important.”
An Oak Bay resident was the victim of an out-of-country credit card fraud on Oct,18, resulting from transactions originating in Cypress. While there is little that police can do with frauds of this kind, they urge residents to review their credit card statements closely and report suspicious activity to both police and the credit card company. The public can also contact Phone Busters, a federal government organization managed by the RCMP. The organization can be reached at 1-888-4958501 or by email at info@ antifraudcentre.ca.
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That’s not to say that members of the force won’t have their input; the process actually started with talking to members of the police department a few months ago. The focus is now on community residents. Mark Fisher Fisher has been on the road with police board member, Sandra Waddington, to meet with representatives from schools, business and other community organizations, all in an effort to garner the greatest possible input.
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“For example, right now we have a policy of ‘no call too small’,” said Fisher. “We believe that people appreciate having us get out there to the less urgent calls to make that connection. We need to confirm that it’s what people want.” Beyond meeting with community groups, the police have developed a survey that can be completed online. Fisher said that the strategic plan will be an important part to guiding the police department in the future. “Policing is completely different today from what it was 20 years ago,” he said. “What we need to plan is what will it look like in the future”. For more information or to complete the survey online go to oakbaypolice.org. reporter@vicnews.com
Three vehicles were damaged in the Lorne Terrace area on Oct. 19 when someone took one of the vehicles out of gear, allowing it to roll into two other parked vehicles. There was an estimated $5,000 in damage. Three days earlier a wallet was stolen from a parked vehicle on Transit Road. In both instances the vehicles were left unlocked. Oak Bay police are reminding residents to secure and remove valuables from vehicles.
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B.C. Transit strike forces multiple run cancellations Roszan Holmen News staff
Transit commuters got their first taste of a partial transit drivers’ strike Monday, which cancelled 19 runs on five bus routes. Bus drivers have indefinitely halted all overtime work in response to a breakdown of contract negotiations between B.C. Transit and Canadian Auto Workers’ local 333 Thursday night. University of Victoria students bore a significant portion of the service disruption. Ten of the affected runs were either going to or leaving from the university. “It puts students in a tough position,” said Lucia Orser, director of external relations for the University of Victoria Students’ Society. Students are already being passed over at the bus stops in the morning due to buses hitting their maximum capacity limits. The work-to-rule action will only make the problem worse, Orser said. “It could mean missed classes,” she said. “But at the same time we support (the drivers’) rights for ongoing job action.” The contract dispute centres around a proposal to replace the current fleet of community shuttle buses with a new fleet of five slightly larger shuttle buses made in China. Community shuttles are used on smaller routes, such as through James Bay and on the West Shore. Community shuttle drivers require less training and are paid $5 less an hour. Conventional buses require a Class 2 licence, while smaller community shuttles require a Class 4 licence. The union has two main concerns surrounding the proposed new shuttle, called the Vicinity.
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Why seek arrest, pipeline protesters? On Monday, thousands of people braved the cold fall air to protest and hear union activists, politicians, environmentalists and First Nations leaders slam the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline. It’s great to see people exercising their democratic rights with peaceful protest and assembly on public space, in this case the Legislature lawn. Today, a protest is scheduled outside B.C. Liberal MLA Ida Chong’s office in Saanich. It’s less gratifying to read that at least 1,000 people have signed up for civil disobedience training. Some groups announced they would seek to be arrested during the rally. “Defend our Coast” protesters filling local jail cells as a means to protest a pipeline in the north seems misguided at best. Passive resistance against police for trespassing or more active resistance through shoving or fighting makes for good evening TV news, but it does little to advance the debate about protecting B.C.’s coast and the North from oil leaks and spills. By Monday afternoon, Victoria police weren’t willing to arrest people engaging in blocking traffic or setting up signs on the Leg lawn, and overall the rally was peaceful, respectful and well attended. Protesters want to send a message to Ottawa and the provincial government, but the B.C. Liberals aren’t exactly laying out the red carpet for Enbridge. The province has acknowledged that people have legitimate concerns about the safety of heavy oil pipelines. After recent public hearings in Prince George, the government slammed Enbridge for not providing practical solutions to the environmental risks, and noted the company lacks a spill response plan, among other systemic problems. The protesting public and the government aren’t exactly speaking the same language on pipelines, but the gap isn’t huge. On all fronts – with government, First Nations, the public – Enbridge faces a monumental battle to build its pipeline. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@oakbaynews.com or fax 250-386-2624. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Saanich News is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
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Attack of the U.S. celebrities There was palpable disappointing, Oklahoma oil storage facilities ment among reporters when Greento Texas refineries is indeed being peace organizers clarified that U.S. built by the sinister foreign Trans actors Daryl Hannah and Canada Corp., but it Mark Ruffalo weren’t actudoesn’t carry the dreaded ally going to join the sit-in Canadian “tar sands” oil against heavy oil pipeline that eco-celebrities are proposals at the B.C. legisconvinced will end life on lature on Monday. Earth as we know it. I was disappointed It’s the northern sectoo. I would have liked to tion that Obama has temlearn more about what a porarily opposed, after washed-up mermaid and fervent demonstrations an easily confused Incredsuch as the one in Washible Hulk really believe ington DC where Hanabout the North American Tom Fletcher nah’s first celebrity arrest oil industry. In the spirit occurred in 2011. B.C. Views of celebrity slacktivism, At that time, Hannah both sent statements of recited the familiar talking support. points of the U.S. environmentalTo be fair, Ruffalo may still be ists who exclusively target Alberta. busy searching for the “truth” In a new book, oil sands pioneer about 9/11. In 2007 he declared and Suncor founder Rick George that the official U.S. government dissects Hannah’s claims, and asks report on the terrorist attacks was why they were reported so widely “completely illegitimate” because and uncritically. “buildings don’t fall down like that.” Hannah claimed “the contribution I wonder what the relatives of those to the carbon in the atmosphere aboard the hijacked airliners think is unprecedented.” George cites of him. a Royal Society of Canada report Hannah has had lots of free time that concludes the entire oil sands since starring in the 1984 mermaid operation is responsible for five per fantasy Splash. Now she’s mostly cent of Canadian emissions. Fossilfamous for getting arrested, and fuelled electricity generation is 16 she did so again in Texas on Oct. per cent of Canada’s total. Vehicles 3, standing in front of earthmoving and other transportation account equipment building the southern for 27 per cent. section of the Keystone XL pipeline. “How does the oil sands contriIt’s worth noting that the project bution possibly qualify as unprecHannah tried to stop has the supedented?” George asks. port of the Barack Obama adminisAnother Hannah quote: “I’ve been tration. hearing about how many people The southern section from Cushhave cancer that live downstream
from the tar sands project.” Canadians heard that too, thanks in large part to an alarmist CBC documentary by David Suzuki featuring jetset movie director James Cameron. George describes how this allegation was made in 2006 by a doctor who claimed a cluster of rare bile cancer cases in the remote village of Fort Chipewyan, and blamed it on oil sands mining. Headlines blared around the world. George details the Alberta Health Services study that followed, identifying three such cases in 12 years. Statistically higher, yes. A general risk, no. Other types of cancer in Fort Chip were lower than the general population. This finding was endorsed by Australian, New Zealand, U.S. and Canadian researchers. The doctor who diagnosed the original bile cancers admitted: “These results were based on a small number of cases – there is no cause for alarm.” Was this news trumpeted around the world? You can guess the answer. My point here isn’t to make fun of ill-informed celebrities. It’s to counteract the fawning, scientifically ignorant coverage they are routinely given by the mainstream media. And I’m not promoting the oil sands or pipelines. I’m saying they should be considered based on facts, not foolishness. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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LETTERS Sewage treatment will produce few benefits For more than 20 years, I have been following the debate on the need for secondary sewage treatment for Victoria, as well as reading the reports on the water quality data that has been collected at the existing outfalls. It seems clear that the environmental impact of the existing outfalls is minor. It seems equally clear that the cost of switching to a secondary treatment system for Victoria would be major. According to several reputable scientists and medical officers, the net effect on the marine environment, or on health risks in the community, of spending some $783 million on the proposed sewage treatment plant would be negligible. Indeed, the overall environmental effect on the Victoria region, when sludge disposal and carbon emissions is taken into account, could well be negative. The proposed $783-million capital cost and $14.5-million operating cost represents a squandering of scarce public money. This money would be
much better deployed, with the local community’s share of the costs going into health care projects, social housing, or transportation improvements. The senior government’s share of the project costs would be better spent helping communities which have real environmental problems that need to be taken care of. If there was a real need in Victoria to have a sewage treatment plant, and if such a plant would eliminate a major environmental problem, then I would support the project going ahead, and would accept that we have to raise the necessary taxes to pay for the project. What I do oppose is squandering major public money on a project that would produce negligible benefits. Ken Wilson Oak Bay
International aid funding a necessity, not a choice The world has become too small for an “us vs them” perspective. Yet when the Stephen Harper government disproportionately cuts
development aid, I believe the implication is the world’s children do not matter. At the 2010 G8 Summit, Canada pledged increased support for child and maternal aid, and yet they slashed the aid budget. The argument is austerity, and yet the $300 million they have cut is the price of a single new fighter jet the government wants to purchase. Three dollars per Canadian per year to save the lives of millions. We know how to make an enormous difference with very little money. There might never be enough, but Canada’s aid budget falls far below most other Western nations, although we have the healthiest economy. This isn’t necessity, it is choice. Three dollars a day, a fighter jet, or countless human lives. The world is watching, and we will be known by the choice our government makes. Nathaniel Poole Victoria
Premier opens up purse string, but who pays? So Premier Christy Clark decided to loosen the public purse strings and open the
cheque book just over six months before the election. Pure coincidence? I doubt it. There are questions we should be asking the Liberals and ourselves before we decide to vote for them. One is the 10-year, $650-million capital spending plan. Why would Clark assume she and the liberals will win the next three elections? Seems arrogant to me. The spending announcement involves federal funds yet to be negotiated. What if the federal
government does not buy in as much as the B.C. Liberals anticipate, what then? Another question is where did they pinch pennies to come up with $200 million. I know a couple of places they didn’t pinch pennies: their lunches on our dime and pay raises to civil service brass, who received an average 10 per cent pay hike, while teachers were told no money was available. Andre Mollon Langford
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Concert raises awareness Several of Victoria’s favourite musicians will take centre stage next month in support of the Mary Manning Centre. A concert entitled The Sky is my Blanket is set for Oak Bay United Church on Nov. 17, beginning at 7 p.m. The music extravaganza will feature Nomad (Michael Waters and Ugandan star Kinobe), Vancouver groundbreaker C.Diab, and Georgia Murray in an event that will feature original compositions, as well as duos and improv performances. The Mary Manning Centre is Victoria’s only non-profit agency dedicated to the treatment of child victims of abuse. The centre has been in operation since 1995 and has
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Pumpkin art returns Jack-o’-lanterns displayed on grounds of Municipal Hall beginning Friday Tim Collins News staff
A decidedly spooky atmosphere will descend upon Oak Bay Village in the days leading up to Halloween, but it’s all in good fun. The spirit of the holiday has possessed the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association, and it’s once again preparing to host Canada’s largest display of Pumpkin Art, a display that has received rave reviews in Toronto, New York and a host of locations across Vancouver Island. Pumpkin Art is the creation of local artist and events guru, John Vickers. He’s the man behind the Victoria Buskers Festival and the Chalk Art Festival and he first created the pumpkin art display to be an event that would be consistent with his philosophy of providing free, family friendly, public festivals and events to the people of Greater Victoria. It’s been a 12-year labour of love for Vickers who has intricately carved upwards of 500 pumpkins (actually very authentic looking polyurethane pumpkin moulds), to represent a number of themes ranging
from the humorous to the macabre. “I like to create themed groupings of the pumpkins,� said Vickers. “It’s great when people recognize something nostalgic – something that takes them back to another time. They’ll point them out and it’ll evoke other memories and conversations.� Vickers added new pumpkins to his display every year to replace those which have been damaged or become dated. This year he’s added pumpkins that feature the faces of the mayor and municipal councillors of Oak Bay. “They’re pretty good likenesses,� said Vickers. “And it’s all pretty light hearted, anyway.� While the display first started on some front lawns in Victoria’s Fairfield neighbourhood in 1998, it soon outgrew that location and was for several years housed at Government House. It has moved a few times since then, but found a long-term home in Oak Bay in 2011. “We’re thrilled to have Pumpkin Art back in Oak Bay,� said Heather Leary, the project manager of the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association. Leary estimated upward of 2,000 people toured the display last year and is confident that the number will be much higher now that people are aware of the display’s new location. The pumpkins will be on display on
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First Nations claim province not listening Continued from Page A1
For Chong to be successful it begins with listening, said Geraldine Thomas-Flurer, the coordinator of B.C.’s Yinka-Dene Alliance. “We haven’t seen her do that yet. She hasn’t even addressed our community yet.” It’s a sentiment echoed by Keith Henry of the B.C. Metis Federation. “We have grave concerns,” said Henry. “We still haven’t seen them (the province) clarify what (its) position is on First Nation rights and titles. They say it’s an issue, but what’s their position?” Both Thomas-Flurer and Henry’s organizations took part in Monday’s
protest and will be a part of today’s demonstration at Chong’s office. “These protests are just the beginning,” said Henry. Chong said that her office is monitoring First Nations opposition to the project. “I ask my staff every week if any First Nations peoples are (supporting) this project. As of now we have none. That means I can’t support it.” reporter@vicnews.com
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Black Press celebrated women making a difference in the business and Greater Victoria community with its 2012 Women in Business Awards and gala on Tuesday at the Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour Hotel. The annual awards honour four of Victoria’s outstanding entrepreneurs in the categories of Woman Business Owner of the Year, Above and Beyond, Eco-entrepreneur and Rising Star, as nominated by Black Press readers. Shawna Walker of the Oak Bay Beach Hotel was named Woman Business Owner of the Year. Above and Beyond went to Mandy Farmer, CEO of Accent Inns; Stephanie Papik, of Knotty By Nature was named Eco-entrpreneur; and Rising Star was Johanne Paquette, owner of Speakwell speaker’s bureau. Helping make the Women in Business event and awards possible is premier sponsor Thrifty Foods,
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James Kasper, photographed at Soma Sound in Oak Bay, recently launched a new record label, Blue Water Gun. The label, which focuses on local artists, has a mandate of “positive contribution to the community, artist development, youth mentoring and accessibility.”
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James Kasper wants you to buy local, and he’s not just talking about fruits and vegetables. “Supporting local artists, that’s just as important,” Kasper said, reflecting on the motivation behind his new label Blue Water Gun records. As the founder and executive director of the Vancouver Island Music Awards, Kasper has made a career of promoting homegrown musical talent and fostering a network of collaborative artists over the past two decades. “(Blue Water Gun) has a mandate of positive contribution to the community, artist development, youth mentoring and accessibility – a lot of things that major labels aren’t known
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Guard a blast from the past Vikes second in Guy Vetrie tourney Travis Paterson News staff
One local face has replaced another, as point guard Brandon Dunlop is back after a three-year absence from the UVic Vikes. Dunlop last played for the Vikes in 2009, when he dished passes to CIS stars Tyler Hass and Mitch Gudgeon. Now the 24-year-old is back, a little wiser, and a little stronger. It’s a timely return for the 2006 Claremont secondary grad, who will help fill the void as last year’s point guards have moved on. Reese Pribilsky (Oak Bay High) stepped away from the game this season and Zac Andrus graduated. Dunlop played 27 minutes in the Vikes’ 75-70 win on Sunday over the Alberta Golden Bears. It was the Vikes second win in three games at the Guy Vetrie Memorial, hosted at UVic over the weekend. “It’s still early, the goal is not to take any steps back, as long as we can take steps forward,” said Dunlop. “It’s not about winning or losing this time of year, it’s about getting ready for the first regular season game.” Dunlop left the Vikes but never left basketball, coaching the Claremont Spartans junior boys team the past few seasons. He also assisted with the senior boys team from time to time, which meant some instruction time with current Vikes forward Domenic Ohl. “It’s a little bit weird to be on (Ohl’s) team now, but nice to have some Claremont guys around, that’s for sure.”
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Alberta Golden Bear Youssef Ouahrig guards Brandon Dunlop of the Vikes during the final game of the 2012 Guy Vetrie Memorial basketball tournament at UVic’s McKinnon Gym on Sunday. Dunlop’s last game was Valentine’s Day 2009. The Vikes were in Langley, down 54-32 at half time to the Trinity Western Spartans in the deciding game of the first round Canada West playoff series. The Vikes roared back, only to lose by a basket. “I don’t actually remember what’s
what from the playoffs, I’d have to be reminded,” said Dunlop, who is carrying muscle that wasn’t there in 2009. That came from spending more time in the weight room with his three older brothers. As for playing, Dunlop’s been lacing the high tops in the city’s night leagues, but
it’s not the same, he says. “Through coaching, I’ve seen the game from a different perspective. But it’s a been a tough road back. When you take two years off, there’s a speed adjustment, but my motto is, if I keep working hard I can get through anything.” Originally, Dunlop stepped away due to family issues, his dad’s ailing health, and wanting to focus on school. To say his schedule is fully loaded is an understatement. The fourthyear student athlete is in his first year of the post-degree professional program for teachers, and plans on coaching the Spartans senior boys team as well. “Coaching was always very important to me and I didn’t want to give that up, and now to be able to play for the Vikes again is what I always wanted. I was approached to come back and jumped at the opportunity.” The Vikes only loss of the Guy Vetrie tournament was to the defending national champions, Carleton Ravens, 87-63. The Ravens dominated the tourney, and won all three games by at least 23 points over the Vikes, Golden Bears and Lethbridge Pronghorns.
Vikes here and away The men host the Lakehead University Thunderwolves tonight (Oct. 24), 7 p.m. at McKinnon Gym. This week the Vikes women’s team is touring Ontario, against the McMaster Marauders in Hamilton tomorrow, the Guelph Gryphons on Friday, the Toronto Blues on Saturday and the Western University Mustangs in London on Sunday. sports@vicnews.com
Tyler Stahl to captain the Victoria Royals Travis Paterson News staff
For the second straight year a defenceman will captain the Victoria Royals as head coach Dave Lowry anointed Tyler Stahl to wear the ‘C’ on Monday morning. Stahl, of Drumheller, Alta., was drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes, 167th overall (sixth round) in 2010, and is in his fourth season with the club. The 20-year-old actually played one regular season game with the Chilliwack Bruins in 2007-08, making him the longest standing member of the team, though Tim Traber, 19, is also in his fourth season. “This is a choice that was made as a group. We like his willingness to compete and play hard. We like his presence on the ice, the leadership he presents and he has the respect of his teammates,” Lowry said. “We did it in a democratic fashion, the players had a voice. We knew who the logical choices were and the players’ choices were close to that.” Stahl fills the role last held by Hayden Rintoul, and Philadelphia Flyers’ defenceman Brandon Manning, when the team was in Chilliwack. Traber and Brandon Magee, 18, will serve as
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The Royals new captain Tyler Stahl was all smiles during practice on Monday. alternate captains, while Jamie Crooks, 20, and Logan Nelson, 19, will split alternate duties this season. The decision wasn’t made until the Royals played 12 of the season’s 72 games, allowing the new coach some time to get comfortable with the team. Stahl was wearing the yellow non-contact jersey during practice on Monday, and was a game time decision for Tuesday’s game against the vis-
iting Brandon Wheat Kings (results were past press time). “It’s exciting, I’m honoured as it’s a big thing to be a captain in this league,” said Stahl. “If you knew as a kid that this was going to happen when you were older, you’d be excited beyond belief, it’s a pretty big deal.” Stahl said his voice is one of many in the room but he’ll continue to talk up the team. “It’s good to know the guys have my respect in the room, hopefully I can do good by them.” The Royals host the Brandon Wheat Kings Tuesday (Oct. 23), 7:05 p.m. at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, and are on the road in Vancouver on Friday and Kamloops on Saturday.
Super Series coach Royals head coach Dave Lowry has been named as an assistant coach for the Super Series game between Team WHL and Team Russia in Victoria on Nov. 15. Spokane Chiefs coach Don Nachbaur is the head coach for both Team WHL games, with Edmonton Oil Kings coach Derek Laxdal as assistant coach. The Team WHL roster will be announced on tomorrow (Oct. 25). sports@vicnews.com
SPORTS NEWS IN BRIEF Chargers silver at golf nationals The Camosun College Chargers men’s golf team finished second overall at the 2012 PING collegiate National Golf Championships. The Humber Hawks captured the overall title for the fourth consecutive year with a three-day total of 879 strokes. The Chargers won silver with 897. Hosts Durham Lords of Oshawa, Ont., finished with 901 for bronze. “We struggled a little out of the gate but had strong second and third rounds to secure the silver,” said Chargers head coach John Randle. The Chargers team shot the lowest score of the final day, 295, two strokes better than Humber.
Cougars claw back vs. Braves The Victoria Cougars won the biggest game of the young junior B season on Friday, 3-2 over the Saanich Braves. Tied 2-2 with one minute, 46 seconds remaining in regulation, Graham Zagrodney scored the game winner for the visiting Cougars (14-0-1) at Pearkes arena. It capped a Cougars comeback from being down 2-0 after one period. The Braves host the Peninsula Panthers tonight (Oct. 24) at 7:30 p.m. and the Cougars host the Campbell River Storm 7 p.m. tomorrow.
Vikes row to championship The UVic Vikes men’s rowing team won its second straight Western Canadian University Rowing Championship title at Burnaby Lake. The men dominated, winning five of their six events, while the Vikes women finished second. Next up for Vikes rowing is this weekend’s Head of the Gorge and Elk (lake) regattas, Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 respectively.
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Argentina too much for Canada’s best Rugby fans fill Westhills Stadium Travis Paterson News staff
Canada’s scrum was great, defence was adequate and the backs had their chances. Argentina, however, was too good for the inexperienced Canadian side on Saturday night. The Argies continued its dominance of the Americas Rugby Championship with a 28-9 win over Canada at Westhills Stadium. Uruguay defeated U.S.A. 26-8 in the earlier match of the day. The Canadians made too many mistakes, which eventually proved costly. All nine points came from penalty kicks off the boot of fly half Connor Braid. “(Argentina) is a quality side, I don’t know what else to say,” said prop Hubert Buydens. “It’s disappointing. But the sun will come up tomorrow.” Playing to a crowd of 3,255 (standing room only) in a game that was mostly without flow, the Canadians managed several drives down field, phase after phase, but struggled inside the Argies’ 22-metre line.
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Canadian scrum half Sean White, from Oak Bay, prepares to pass the ball against Argentina on Saturday, Oct. 20. The game’s turning point came midway through the second half. Canada’s forward pack put a dominating string of four scrums together at Argentina’s five-metre line. Each time the ball was pulled out by scrum half Sean White, the Argie defence closed the gap before the men in red could score. The Canadians eventually settled for a Braid penalty kick. Upon the ensuing play,
the ball took an Argie bounce off the IRB-approved artificial turf, straight into the arms of fullback Ramiro Moyano, who ran it in for a try to make it 23-9 with the conversion. It was as deflating to the crowd as it was to the Canadian players. “It’s heartbreaking (anytime they score against the flow),” Buydens said. “I’m really proud of the boys. The set piece went really well, better
than even we expected, but we’ve got to capitalize when we’re in their end.” Now’s the time for Buydens and his ARC teammates to start fresh, as they hope for selection to the Canadian squad that will tour the U.K. in November test series. Buydens is a likely pick. The former offensive lineman from the Saskatchewan Huskies and 2008 CFL draft pick of the B.C. Lions made the 2011 Rugby World Cup squad and he’s not done yet. He will return to prop for Oak Bay’s Castaway Wanderers of the Canadian Direct Insurance Premier League. Forwards coach Chris Silverthorn tipped his hat to some of the promising forwards that have a chance of wearing the maple leaf when Canada plays neutral site matches against Samoa and Russia in Colwyn Bay, Wales, and the New Zealand Maori in Oxford, England. Expect Tyler Ardron to join prop Buydens on that team, while coach Kieran Crowley will give long looks to prop Doug Woolridge, hooker Ray Barkwill, and second-rower Chris Long, who all performed well in the ARC. sports@vicnews.com
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Westshore Rebels running back Greg Morris was limited to just 28 yards rushing by a swarming Langley Rams defence in Langley on Saturday.
Rebels blanked by Rams The league’s top running back Greg Morris was neutralized by the Langley Rams on Saturday as the Rams defeated the Westshore Rebels 33-0 in the B.C. Football Conference semifinal match. The Rams stifled the Rebels and outplayed them in most areas of the game, an unfortunate ending to a strong season for the West Shore squad. Morris, who ended the season as the league’s top rusher, was held to 28 yards on 14 carries. Kicker Quinn Van Gylswyk tried three times to put the Rebels on the board, though always from great distance, 57, 43 and 48 yards. Rams special teams player Nick Downey caught all three missed kicks, and ran one of them back for a 120-yard touchdown. Rams kicker Nick Taylor hit three field goals, his longest just 22 yards. The Rams will meet the Vancouver Island Raiders, who beat the Okanagan Sun 34-8, in the Cullen Cup BCFC final, Oct. 27 in Nanaimo. sports@vicnews.com
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CORDOVA BAY. REDUCED! (Bring Offers). 3 bdrm, 3 bath Character house, view. with 1bdrm suite. $575,000. (below appraisal) Call 250-818-5397.
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HOMES FOR RENT COLWOOD 2 bdrm condo, 4th floor, elevator, 5 appls, insuite laundry, F/P, prkg. N/P.$1100. Avail now. Call 250-474-6855
EAST SOOKE. 4 Bd, 5 appl. Chef’s kit. $1800 + N/S, pets neg. 250-642-5289. Det. Avail
Gorge Apartments
SIDNEY: 1 lvl house 2br, dr, den. 1/2 blk to beach, NS/NP $1700 + util. (250)655-1304.
215 Gorge Road East Victoria
ROOMS FOR RENT
$500 Move In Incentive Bachelor from $700/mo. 1 bdrm. from $790/mo. 2 bdrm. from $995/mo. • Indoor swimming pool (Redwood Park only) • Surface & carport parking • Upgraded balconies • Spectacular views • Storage lockers • Situated in Park Setting • 2 km from downtown • Crime Free MultI-Housing Program
Kamel Point Village Apartments 70 Dallas Road, Victoria
$500 Move In Incentive 2 bdrm. from $1,200/mo. • Water front low-rise • Outdoor parking available • Balconies • Bike storage • In suite storage • Dishwasher in some suites • Laundry room
Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Gorge Towers Apartments 200 Gorge Road West, Victoria
$500 Move In Incentive 1 bdrm. from $870/mo. 2 bdrm. from $1,140/mo. • Wheel-chair accessible • Outdoor, indoor and covered parking available • Lockers • Elevators • Laundry room • Balconies • Bicycle storage • Crime Free Multi-Housing Program
Fair Oaks Apartments
FULLY FURNISHED Room, $475/mo. Near Camosun, Landsdowne, UVic, Royal Jubilee Hospital. (250)595-6586.
SUITES, LOWER BRENTWOODBACHELOR Lrg furn’d, grd level. Priv entrance, parking, close to bus. NS/NP. $700. (250)652-9454.
GORGE. QUIET cul-de-sac. 2 bdrm grnd level. Shared laundry, NS/NP. $1100./mo inclds utils. Avail now. 250-384-5466. LAKE HILL- 2 bdrms, grd lvl, 5 appls, fenced yrd, priv parking, close to schools, bus, shopping, cat ok, N/S. $1150. Call (250)213-5614. MNT DOUG area: Large 1 bdrm, reno’d. Inclusive, small dog welcome, N/S. $850. Call (250)721-0281, (250)858-0807 UPTOWN UPDATED 1-bdrm. 820 sq.ft, 3 storage rms, patio, yard, prkng, own entr., NS/NP. $860. incl. (250)361-3508.
TOWNHOUSES SIDNEY- NEW 2 bdrm + den, W/D. NS/NP. $1600 mo. Avail immed. Call 250-217-4060.
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$250 Move In Incentive 1 bdrm. from $840/mo. 2 bdrm. from $1,014/mo.
HOMES WANTED
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CARS
1977 CADILAC Eldorado, beige metallic. Cruise control, automatic. Very good cond., only 80,000 km. $2000. obo. Please call (250)477-7076.
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858-5865 SPORTS & IMPORTS 1981 MERCEDES 300SD Turbo Diesel for sale. 281,000 KMS, (Champagne colour) in fair condition, asking $3000. Maintenance log available. Call 250-885-9010.
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THETIS LAKE ESTATES large 1 bdrm or can be 2 bdrm suite, all utils + cable/high speed internet, laundry, garbage, private parking, close to all amenities, quiet rural setting. Refs, small pet ok. $1050./$1250. 250-220-4718, 250-507-1440.
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VEHICLES WANTED
Call Now: 250.381.5084 www.caprent.com rentals@caprent.com SIDNEY CONDO, James White Blvd. 3 bdrms or 2bdrm + den/ dining room. 1200 sq ft, NS/NP/55+. $1400./mo (250)652-3606.
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FLORENCE LAKE, 2 yr old 1 bdrm ground level suite, large mudroom, F/S, W/D, & micro. 2 private entrances w/ sunroom & patio on 1 acre prop. Utils incl. N/S, small pet ok, $950. Nov. 1. 250-391-1967.
3501 Savannah Avenue, Saanich
OAK BAY. Updated home on two levels. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sunroom + patio, new everything. 1766 sq ft & 956 unfinished sq ft. $658,000. Call 250-598-6902.
AUTO SERVICES
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“2004 RAV4 4WD”- $13,500 firm. 4 cyl, auto, silver, Michelins, 120,000 km,Victoria only vehicle. Complete maintenance history. Lady-driven, no accidents, excellent condition, keyless entry. Model Recommended In Top 10 by Consumer Reports. (250)479-5545.
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250-361-6193 QUALITY Electric. New homes, renos. No job too sm. Seniors disc. #22779. AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550. F.S.R. ELECTRICIAN. 20 yrs+ exp. Residential: New homes & Renos. Knob & tube replacement. $40./hr. Seniors Disc. Lic.#3003 (250)590-9653 KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991. NORTHERN SUN Electric Comm/Res. $40/hr. Work Guaranteed. Any size job. (250)888-6160. Lic#13981.
250-216-9476 ACCEPTING clients, From the Ground Up, custom landscapes, home reno’s, garden clean-ups.
AL’S AVAILABLE to update your home. Kitchens, baths, basements, etc. Licensed & Insured. Al 250-415-1397. BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Stairs, Painting, General household repairs. Free estimate. Call Barry 250-896-6071
CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Natural & Veneered Stone. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! “Quality is our Guarantee”. Free Competitive Estimates. (250)294-9942/(250)589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com
FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.
HAULING AND SALVAGE
MOVING & STORAGE
Certified General Accountant Bookkeeping, Audit, Payroll, HST. Set up & Training. E-File
TAX 250-477-4601
CARPENTRY COMPLETE HOME Renos. Carpentry, Drywall, Painting. Licenced insured. Call Darren 250-217-8131.
ARE YOU in need of a professional, qualified, residential or commercial gardener? www. glenwood gardenworks.com AUTUMN CLEANUP. Raking, pruning, weeding, composting. mowing. Call (250)592-9217. DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141
CARPET INSTALLATION EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE MALTA FLOORING Installation. Carpets, laminates, hardwood, lino. BBB 250-388-0278
CLEANING SERVICES GREAT RATES! Guar. cleaning since 1985. Supplies & vacuum incld’d. (250)385-5869 MALTA HOUSECLEANING Estates, events, offices. BBB member. (250)388-0278.
COMPUTER SERVICES COMPUDOC MOBILE Computer Services. Repairs, tuneups, tutoring, web sites, etc. 250-886-8053, 778-351-4090.
BUBBA’S HAULING. Mini excavator & bob cat services. Perimeter drains, driveway prep, Hardscapes, Lot clearing. Call 250-478-8858.
FENCING 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 CONTRACTORS CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitch/bath, wood floor, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877
DRYWALL AARON’S RENO’S Drywall, taping, texture. Insured/bonded. Free est. 250-880-0525.
J&L GARDENING Specialty yard clean-up and maintenance. Master gardeners. John or Louise (250)891-8677. (250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Yard a mess? Fall pruning & clean-up. Blackberry & ivy rmvl, weed control. 24yrs exp. AURICLE BSC. 250-882-3129 Fall clean up, Lawn aeration & fertilize-soil-hedges & more.
#1 JUNK Removal & Hauling. Small Renos. Free estimates. Cheapest in town. Same day emergency removal. Call 250818-4335. $20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279. CITY HAUL- a lot of junk won’t fit in your trunk, you’re in luck I own a truck. 250-891-2489. CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164. FAMILY MAN Hauling. Prompt, Courteous. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.
.... THE GARDENING GAL .... Quality Affordable Gardening. Renovations Maintenance & Cleanups.... 250.217.7708.
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.
JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK. PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774 SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS GEOF’S RENO’S & Repairs. Decks, stairs, railings, gates & small additions. 250-818-7977.
Tree, Hedge & Shrub Pruning Lawn Care. 250-888-3224
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Today’s Answers
BIG BEAR Painting. Interior & Exterior. Quality work. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071
PLUMBING
✭BUBBA’S HAULING✭ Honest, on time. Demolition, construction clean-ups, small load deliveries (sand, gravel, topsoil, mulch), garden waste removal, mini excavator, bob cat service. 250-478-8858.
INSULATION
EXPERIENCED JOURNEYMAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fair rates. Insured. Reliable, friendly. Great references. Call Mike at KNA (250)880-0104.
MALTA BLOWN Insulation. Attics - interior/exterior walls & sound silencer. (250)388-0278
FELIX PLUMBING. Over 35 years experience. Reasonable rates. Call 250-514-2376.
Crossword
ACROSS 1. Exploiter 5. Gaultheria shallon 10. Having a slanted direction 14. Capital of Elam 15. Japanese mushroom 16. Lake in Estonia 17. Walk heavily 18. Moroccan capital 19. Arabian gulf 20. The act of pillage 22. Bad-tempered 24. Capital of Yemen 26. A unit of illumination 27. Tell on 30. Half woman and half fish 32. An arbitrageur 35. Having winglike extensions or parts 37. Auto 38. Big eyed scad genus 40. Ringlet 41. Brew
PAINTING A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wallcoverings. Over 25 yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220.
OLD TIMER. Quality old fashioned service. Great rates. Excellent references. Call Al at 250-474-6924, 250-888-7187.
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
PERIMETER EXTERIORS. Gutter Cleaning, Repairs, Demossing, Upgrades. WCB, Free estimates. 250-881-2440.
DONE RIGHT MOVING $80/hr. Senior Discount. Free Est’s. No travel time before or after. SMOOTH MOVES. Call Tyler at 250-418-1747.
NORM’S PAINTING- Reasonable, Reliable. References. 25 yrs exp. 250-478-0347.
YARD ART
250-889-5794. DIAMOND Dave Gutter & Window Cleaning at Fair Prices!
DIAMOND MOVING- 1 ton 2 ton. Prices starting at $85/hr. Call 250-220-0734.
PLASTERING PATCHES,Drywall, skimming, old world texturing, coves, fireplaces. Bob, 250-642-5178.
PRESSURE WASHING DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.
RUBBISH REMOVAL MALTA GARDEN & Rubbish Removal. Best Rates. BBB member. (250)388-0278.
STUCCO/SIDING PATCHES, ADDITIONS, restucco, renos, chimney, waterproofing. Bob, 250-642-5178.
TILING A1. SHAWN The Tile GuyRes/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos. 250-686-6046
TREE SERVICES LOCAL TREE CO. 30 yrs exp. Bucket truck, chipper. We buy logs. Insured. (250)883-2911.
WINDOW CLEANING DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190. GLEAMING WINDOWS Gutters+De-moss. Free estimate. 18 yrs. Brian, 514-7079. WCB. WINDOW & Gutter Cleaning, minor repairs. Comm/Res. Insured, free est. (250)881-3684
Sudoku
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To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number 1 to 9 must appear in: • Each of the nine vertical columns • Each of the nine horizontal rows • Each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes
Remember no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.
Today’s Solution
2. 1973 Toni Morrison novel 3. Employee stock ownership plan 4. Finger millets 5. At peace 6. Nursing group 7. Tennis return in a high arc 8. Alias 9. Chinese fruit with jellylike pulp 10. Swell or distend 11. Unstressed-stressed 12. Whale ship captain 13. No baloney electronics mfg. 21. Entity designation 23. Fishing sticks 25. Shopping passageways 26. A slight or partial paralysis 27. Sped 28. Bastard wing 29. ___ and feathered 31. Of cheekbone
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At the Oak Bay News we always put our readers first. We’d like to know you better so we can keep you informed and connected.
* 1. How do you generally read your local paper?
*7. Do you...?
The printed newspaper Online on my computer or laptop On my tablet On my smartphone
Research online prior to store purchase? Make online purchases? Use your smart phone for shopping?
*8. Do you ever...?
* 2. How many people in your household (including yourself) read the paper? Female 18-24 ............ 25-34 ............ 35-44 ............ 45-54 ............ 55-65 ............ 65+ Male.....18-24 ............ 25-34 ............ 35-44 ............ 45-54 ............ 55-64 ............ 65+
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* 4. Which advertising offers are you most interested in? Occasionally
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* 5. Please check the stores you shop at Save-on-Foods Sears Shoppers Drug Mart Sport Chek or Sport Mart Staples Starbucks The Bay The Brick The Source Thrifty Foods Tim Hortons Walmart Winners XS Cargo
* 6. What most influences your decision when choosing a grocery store?
Loyalty to the chain Closest to home Best deals/offers/coupons Rewards or credit card program
Never
Occasionally
Never
New
* 11. What type of vehicle are you considering and when do you plan to purchase? Car Minivan Pickup truck SUV
Next 3 months
Next 6 months
Next year
Your first home purchase? Upsize? Downsize?
* 17. What type of real estate are you looking at? Single detached Townhouse Condo Resort property
Newly built
Previously owned
* 18. Are you planning any financial transactions? Please check all that apply. Consolidate your debt load Pay off a loan Pay off your mortgage Remortgage your property Renew your mortgage Secure a loan Seek financial planning advice Set up a line of credit Switch banks or credit union None of the above
Less than $35,000 $35,000 to less than $50,000 $50,000 to less than $75,000 $75,000 to less than $100,000 $100,000 to less than $150,000 $150,000 or more
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* 13. Which ‘extra’ items are you likely to spend on in your household? Car detailing Fast food Fitness membership Further education or courses Gourmet foods or desserts Home improvement less than $500 Home improvement over $500 Live theatre or festivals Manicure, pedicure, hair styling Movie downloads, Pay per view, movie channels Movie theatre Restaurant dining Scratch and lottery tickets Trips to a casino
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* 12. Is your next vehicle most likely to be...?
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* 14. Are you planning to travel in the near future? For business In Canada for less than 3 days by plane Getaway of less than 3 days to the USA Longer trip within Canada by car Longer trip within Canada by plane Longer trip to the USA by car Longer trip to the USA by plane Longer trip outside of North America
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