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Growl prowl at West Hills B.C. Bears winger Jonny Morris tries to dodge Prairie WolfPack centre Adam Bontus during the Aug. 10 Canadian Rugby Championship match in Vancouver. The Bears will play a double-header in Langford this weekend. See story page A21.
Colwood considers claiming Cole Island Kyle Wells News staff
The City of Colwood is looking into the possibility of taking at least part ownership of Cole Island, as conservation efforts are set to move forward at the heritage site.
One of the steps towards sprucing up the site is to add signage explaining some of the history of the island, which was once used as an ammunition storage site for the Royal Navy in the mid-1800s. This move is part of the Cole Island Conservation Management Plan.
As discussions surrounding these signs moved forward, however, attention turned and is continuing to focus on ownership of the site. Currently, the provincial government owns the site, through Heritage B.C. A possibility does exist for Colwood to obtain
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MS awareness event slated for Langford Saturday CCSVI Hope Ambassadors Society is offering information, and a little family fun, during an event this weekend in Langford. Chronic CerebroSpinal Venous Insufficiency is a vascular disorder MS patients contend with. The society raises funds to financially assist MS patients in B.C. seeking what’s commonly called liberation treatment. They Aug. 31 event at Ashley Furniture on Langford Parkway will include a swap and shop, bottle drive, barbecue, face painting and an MS information.
Recreation centre offers free fitness classes
West Shore Parks and Recreation is offering a free week of classes, Sept. 3 to 8. More than 30 classes are open for anyone to try including The Biggest Winner weightloss class, Stroller Spin and Fit, boot camps and yoga. For more information on all of the classes available contact West Shore Parks and Recreation at 250478-8384.
Boulevard’s travel writing seminar takes writers far
For many writers, the ultimate career is travelling the world and writing about it. But how does a writer break into this field? This fall, Boulevard magazine offers its second Travel Writing Seminar, an event proving that anyone can write about their travels and find publishing opportunities. “It’s for anyone who has dreamed of selling a travel story,” says Anne Mullens, the former managing editor of Boulevard who will lead the seminar. “Participants get tips from an expert who has seen it all, professional coaching and editing, the chance for good trips, and the chance to have their work published.” Three successful participants also win one of three hosted trips to write about for publication in Boulevard. Boulevard’s Travel Writing Seminar will be held at the Hotel Grand Pacific on Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $340. Register online at blvdmag.ca by clicking on Travel Writing Seminar. For more information, call 250-480-3254. editor@goldstreamgazette.com
HOT STUFF Battle for bragging rights heats up during annual West Shore rotary event
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About 300 people downed nearly 80 gallons of chili last Saturday, searching for the best in the West Shore. Nine awards were divvied among the 11 teams that took part in the Ninth Annual Chili Cookoff organized by the Rotary Club of the West Shore and held at for the first time Millstream Village. “It started out because there wasn’t a great summer family event and we had been looking for a fundraiser for our club,” said past president Jenn Raappana. “The club celebrates 10 years this year, it was one of the first fundraisers we started and it’s definitely been very good for us.” In the past money has gone to the Goldstream Food Bank, Moms and Mentors (at
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Kent and Yvonne Duclos of WestSong Salvation Army team accept a trophy from judge (and Shamrocks player) Corey Small, Victoria Shamrocks player, for Best Judged Chili. Above: Rotarian Dale Simon directs fellow Rotarian, and member of the WestSong Salvation Army team, George Kogan (Duclos in background) during the event in Millstream Village last Saturday. Belmont secondary) and other community projects. “We try and keep the money local. Our big program we do is called BEAR, Be Excited About Reading, in School District 62,” she said. “Literacy is a focus for Rotary.” While the kids are the real winners, chili champions were Eye Etiquette who took top position in both the Showmanship and People’s Choice awards. Salvation Army WestSong Community Church topped the podium for Best Judged Chili. “We don’t know yet what we raised but we
usually raise $4,000 to $5,000 mostly from sponsorship and the public coming out and supporting us and trying the chili,” Raappana said. They coincided the event with back to school sales at Millstream Village businesses and hope to return there for the 10th annual next year. “We outgrew Veterans (Memorial) Park which is a great problem to have,” Raappana said. “It went really well, all the stores and businesses were hospitable.” editor@goldstreamgazette.com
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Hundreds of colorful participants took part in the inaugural Easter Seals Splash of Colour Family Fun Run last Sunday. The event, held at Royal Roads University, raised more than $30,000 for Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan.
Colour run sees success Colour flew as participants turned out in droves for the inaugural Easter Seals Splash of Color Family Fun Run at Royal Roads Sunday. The event, the first on the Island, raised more than $30,000 for Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan, a specialized camp for Island children with physical and cognitive disabilities. More than 500 participants ran through the trails on the grounds of Royal Roads while being “splashed” with colored powder at various points along the route. For more information, or to register for next year’s event, visit http://www.splashofcolor.ca/ Next up for Easter Seals is the Drop Zone, taking place Sept. 12. Participants, including Goldstream News Gazette reporter Charla Huber will rappel 13 storeys down the CIBC building in downtown Victoria. editor@goldstreamgazette.com
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Healing through understanding
Langford event held as part of Truth and Reconciliation process
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“Unfortunately a lot of people don’t really understand the true concept of what it really means. They have to know a little bit of the history of residential schools.” – Laurie McDonald, residential school survivor
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a matter of putting blame and it’s certainly not a matter of someone taking ownership for it. It’s an awareness.” Sept. 19 to 21 the National Truth and Reconciliation Commission will be at the PNE in Vancouver to engage the public and educate on the history of residential schools in Canada and its lasting impact. The commission will also collect statements and host a survivor gathering at the event. The Langford event begins at 11 a.m. with the open house. Presentations start at 1 p.m. kwells@goldstreamgazette.com
people talk about aboriginal people, or First Nations people, there’s a tendency to blame them for their poverty or for their addictions, for living on the street, without having a context for it, an understanding of how our history continues to have those impacts.” McDonald believes healing is possible and that aboriginal and non-aboriginal communities can live together and understand one another. “We can’t do nothing about the past, but we can certainly do a lot about the future,” McDonald said. “It’s not a matter of getting even, it’s not
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driving concept was to assimilate and integrate First Nations into Anglo-Saxon Canadian society. Across Canada 132 federally-supported residential schools operated at various times up until 1996. More than 150,000 children attended. Many of the children were taken from their homes for mandatory attendance. Students were forbidden to speak their languages or practice their culture. Many received inadequate food and many others report experiences of abuse, illness, medical experiments and other injustices. In 2008 Prime Minister Stephen Harper officially apologized for the Canadian Government’s role in this “sad chapter in our history.” The Truth and Reconciliation process grew from the apology and is ongoing. It will culminate with a collection of stories from the schools’ survivors. “This is an opportunity for people to learn, not only about the history but how that history continues to impact today,” said Lucas. “When
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aurie McDonald is First Nations residential school survivor, having attended the Ermineskin residential school in Alberta as a child. He witnessed abuse in the form of neglect, physical and sexual abuse of children and emotional abuse. “All those things were part of it,” said McDonald, an instructor at the Caring for First Nations Children Society in Langford. “It’s not ancient history. And we’re certainly feeling the affects of it.” Today the healing from Kyle Wells this dark chapReporting ter in Canadian history continues with the Truth and Reconciliation process, which strives to help all Canadians to move forward through understanding and acceptance. Tuesday, Sept. 3 brings a Truth and Reconciliation community event to the Caring for First Nations Children Society (664 Granderson Rd.). The society will host an open house and two elders from the Tsawout First Nation will speak on their experiences and the importance of the reconciliation process. “We’re hoping to have some of the aboriginal community and the nonaboriginal community come, so we can create that awareness and make those connections with the community,” said Linda Lucas, executive director. The event will be an opportunity for the public to learn about the truth and reconciliation process and to form a better understanding of its importance to First Nations communities, and Canada. “Unfortunately a lot of people don’t really understand the true concept of what it really means,” McDonald said. “They have to know a little bit of the history of residential schools.” Residential schools were started in the 1870s when the Government of Canada partnered with Anglican, Catholic, United and Presbyterian churches to operate boarding schools for aboriginal children. The
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Swing into Highlands Fling T ake a step back in time at the Highlands Fling this year. The new Highlands museum will open to the public at the Fling with displays of local history and heirlooms on display. “It’ll have all the links to our past,” said Scott Richardson, chair of the Charla Huber Highlands District Reporting Community Association. He won’t reveal what will be on display and interested folks will need to attend the grand opening.
Richardson hasn’t missed a Highlands Fling in the 10 years he’s lived there. “My favourite part is the community tug-o-war,” he said, adding his piece of advice to anyone participating is to, “Look for high ground,” he said with a chuckle. As always music is an important part of the Fling and this year there will be performances by a group of young fiddlers named Coastline, a former Juno nominee Shari Ulrich and even Highlands Coun. Allen Dobb. “Allen is an accomplished musician with a number of recordings.” Richardson said. A magician, David Gifford, will appear for the first time at the Fling. “He’s fantastico,” said Richardson
explaining the West Shore magician is known for making eggs and live chickens appear. Homemade chili, watermelon slices and corn on the cob will be available. As always, West Shore Parks and Recreation will be on site with children’s games and races. Bring your own stick for the community ball hockey game at the West fire hall, 1564 Millstream Rd., at 10:30 a.m. “It’s fun, it’s exercise and not too competitive,” said Richardson, adding the game is suitable for all ages and abilities. The Highlands Fling is Sunday, Sept. 8 at the Caleb Pike Heritage Park, 1589 Millstream Rd, from noon to 5 p.m. charla@goldstreamgazette.com
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“It’s quite exciting,” said Chris Pease, chief administrative officer for Colwood. “But the information that came from the committee suggested we need to look into the ramifications of this a bit more before we say ‘yes’ to it.” Council passed a motion Monday night instructing city staff to look into what exactly taking ownership of the island would mean. Any decisions related to the management plan are on hold until the ownership issue is addressed. One of the main concerns
is the money side, said Pease, and figuring out who would pay for what and whether the province would continue to support restoration efforts. Pease also wonders whether View Royal might be interested in also getting involved, as the island is technically closer to the municipality. “I think that would be probably be a good thing for us to do somewhere along the way, to see if they’re at all interested in assisting,” Pease said. kwells@goldstreamgazette.com
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A tour of Cole Island by stakeholders was held late last year as work began between the City of Colwood, the province and the public to come up with a plan for the former Royal Navy ammunition site.
Fire departments rescind bans Metchosin lifted its fire ban Wednesday at noon, allowing campfire and beach fires just in time for the long weekend. The same regulations, keeping fires to smaller than two-foot diameter and in designated fire pits still apply. Metchosin Fire Rescue has a
24-hour duty officer available for response; call 250-478-7770 and ask to have the duty officer paged. Recent rain and looming wet weather dropped the fire rating to low also prompting Langford Fire Rescue to rescind its fire ban. Small cooking fires are
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Watershed time for B.C. Greens The election of renowned climate scientist Andrew Weaver in May gave the B.C. Green party its first sitting member in the legislature in eight provincial elections. As the party moves forward without a confirmed leader, however, it risks The time is now painting itself into for Green party a corner and being rendered a one-hit to gain ground wonder. With the euphoria of Weaver’s victory over longtime Liberal cabinet minister Ida Chong in Oak Bay-Gordon Head having long since faded, the Greens must now face reality. This is a party that lost ground for a third straight election, taking barely eight per cent of the popular vote in the province after achieving a high of 12.4 per cent in 2001, when the NDP were all but wiped out. They are a party at a crossroads. Interim leader Adam Olsen, the energetic, well-spoken former Central Saanich councillor who has a clear sense of Green policy, is a placeholder for now. While he may be seen amongst party faithful as a solid banner carrier, the chances he would inspire voters outside Greater Victoria to switch allegiances seem highly unlikely. Jane Sterk, whose political experience was limited to one term on Esquimalt council, wasn’t the person to take the Greens to the next level, either locally or provincially. Weaver, the “rock star” candidate who brought instant credibility to the party, made the right decision to pass on the leadership job as he learns the ropes as a rookie MLA. The Greens, who put many of their eggs in one basket to get Weaver elected, must put the same effort into finding the right leader if they hope to become a relevant alternative to the traditional parties in B.C. in future elections. With federal leader Elizabeth May already well established in Saanich North and the Islands, the Green movement has a golden opportunity to gain even more of a foothold. What do you think? Give us your comments by email: editor@goldstreamgazette.com or fax 250-478-6545. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Goldstream News Gazette 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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Rec opportunities abound in Saanich was a bare bones centre at Cedar When I first ran for Saanich Hill Recreation Centre with a tennis council in 1986, two of my bubble now has squash courts, campaign promises were about a fitness studio and a recreation: one was to beautiful new Arts Centre, build a pool on the west hosting the Community side of Saanich; and the Arts Council of Greater other was to purchase the Victoria. ‘Racquet Club’ in order to The ‘smart money’ was secure a sheet of ice on that the pool for the 1994 the east side of Saanich. Commonwealth Games It seemed to me that would be built at UVic or having a single pool at in the City of Victoria. But Gordon Head Recreation working with then mayor Centre at Lambrick Park Murray Coell, Saanich was inadequate for such Frank Leonard council found a way to a large municipality. Guest column combine community The Racquet Club was needs with competitive threatened at the time pools, and Saanich Commonwealth and, if closed, would have meant Place is now an incredible success the municipality would only story. It not only features the pools, have one sheet of ice at Pearkes it contains a library, teen centre, Recreation Centre. Now, the fitness studio and activity spaces. facility is owned by the University Parks in Saanich have also of Victoria and continues to this changed dramatically. Some didn’t day. As for the pool on the west even exist in 1986 or were just bare side, Saanich Commonwealth Place land, such as Beckwith and Brydon serves that purpose today. parks. Saanich didn’t even own Saanich promoted parks and Lochside Park in Cordova Bay, even recreation in the 1980s, but might though it had playing fields in use. have been a bit too frugal. As our Now the land is owned by Saanich community grew in population, and includes some excellent we significantly expanded baseball and soccer fields. One opportunities for citizens to be that I enjoy visiting is Layritz Park, active. Where there was a single just because of how dramatic the sheet of ice at Pearkes, the site is change has been. now home to two sheets of ice, a Layritz was a bare-bones park library, a new fitness studio, the with a couple of ball diamonds in Blythe Pearkes fieldhouse for 1986 when the Saanich director activities and exhibitions and of recreation took me on a site Saanich Neighbourhood Place. visit. He walked up to a mound Gordon Head Recreation behind the playing fields and said Centre now has an expanded he dreamed that one day it could all pool, fitness studio, teen space be developed for recreation. Today, and activity rooms and provides we have fulfilled that dream, with space to Recreation Integration soccer and baseball fields aplenty. Victoria in Lambrick House. What
Trails were simply footpaths through existing parks back then. Now, our trail system connects the entire municipality, with more than 100 kilometres of trails connected by the Centennial Trail network and the Galloping Goose and Lochside trails. Mount Douglas Park was potentially a crew-cut park – land protected at the top, development along the slopes – but today the entire area has been acquired. More recently, Panama Flats and Haro Woods have been acquired and protected. Senior centres have been added, libraries upgraded and playgrounds are well beyond what were simple swing sets. Such achievements require significant commitment, resources and money. Saanich councils over the years have endorsed policies that provide a framework for these expansions. Our staff have embraced this as part of our culture and are keen to ensure all citizens have opportunities to lead active lives. However, none of this is possible without the support of our taxpayers. Parks and recreation is now our third largest budget expense behind police and fire. A Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan was adopted in March and is consistent with our policy of Saanich being a healthy and active community. We hope this continues to be supported, not only by citizens using our parks, trails and recreation facilities, but through council approving expenditures required to meet this need. Frank Leonard has been mayor of Saanich since 1996.
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SCHOOL OPENING SEPTEMBER 3, 2013 Students who will be attending a school in the Greater Victoria School District register at their catchment area school. All students will be accommodated based on the following priorities: Space availability; Sibling already attending the school; Catchment area child; Non-catchment area child; Non-school district child. To find out which school New Students should attend, please visit the District Website at www.sd61.bc.ca click Schools, click School Locator and enter your street name or call 250-475-3212. The first day of school is Tuesday, September 3 (except self-paced classes at Continuing Education). ElEmENTary: Students attend from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. Please note: Eagle View students attend from 8:30 am to 11:00 am. Quadra students attend at richmond school site from 8:40 am to 11:10 am middlE: Students attend from 9:30 am to 11:30 am SECoNdary: Students will attend as follows: Esquimalt: Grade 9 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am, theatre then TA; Grades 10, 11, 12 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, to TA lambrick Park: Grades 10 ,11, 12 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am, to homeroom. Grade 9 from 10:45 am to 12:15 pm, to gym then to homeroom mt. douglas: Grade 9 from 9:00 am to 11:30 am; Grades 10, 11, 12 from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm oak Bay: Returning Grades 9 to 12 students from 10:00 am, to TAG; New Grades 9 to 12 students from 9:00 am, to theatre in West Building reynolds: Report to gym: Grade 9 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am; Grades 10, 11, 12 from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm Spectrum: Grade 9 from 9:45 am to 11:15 am, report to the Old Gym; Grades 10, 11, 12 from 11:30 am to 12:00 noon, report to TAG Victoria: Grade 9 homeroom and introduction 9:30 am to 11:00 am; Grades 10, 11, 12 homeroom and introduction 11:15 am to 12:30 pm alTErNaTiVE ProgramS: GAP – 9:00 am; S.J. WILLIS – 9:00 am Please call 250-360-4300 for all new student registrations CoNTiNuiNg EduCaTioN (adulT EduCaTioN): Please call 250-360-4300 for your registration appointment HomE lEarNErS’ liNk/THE liNk: Please call 250-360-4300 for your registration appointment
The actual bylaw should be reviewed to determine specifically how particular lands may be affected. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaw will be provided an opportunity to be heard, or to present written submissions, on matters contained in the proposed bylaw. A copy of proposed Bylaw No. 3720 and other relevant documents and information may be inspected at the Juan de Fuca Planning office, 2 – 6868 West Coast Road, Sooke, BC between the hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday from August 14, 2013 to September 9, 2013, excluding statutory holidays, and are available from the CRD website at www.crd.bc.ca/jdf. Written submissions should be sent to the Juan de Fuca Planning office, by mail to Box 283, Sooke, BC V9Z 0S9; by email to jdfinfo@crd.bc.ca or by fax at 250.642.5274. Written submissions should be received no later than noon on September 9, 2013 to ensure availability at the Public Hearing. Submissions will also be accepted at the Public Hearing. Following the close of the Public Hearing, no further submissions or comments from the public or interested persons can be accepted by the CRD Board of Directors. The Public Hearing on Bylaw No. 3720 will be held by the Electoral Area Director, or Alternate Director, as a delegate of the Board of the CRD. A copy of the CRD Board resolution making the delegation is available for public inspection along with a copy of the bylaw referred to in this notice. For further information, contact June Klassen, Manager, Local Area Planning at 250.642.1500 local 206. S. Santarossa, Corporate Officer
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Salon to host SPCA fundraiser Fadi Murr and his team of stylists at Gemi Hair are going all out on Saturday, Sept. 14 for a fundraiser benefitting the Victoria SPCA. The shop, at 1329 Cook St., will be closed for regular business, with all hair styling on the day offered by donation. The corner will be hopping with a DJ churning out tunes, chicken and beef kebabs and specialty coffees available for purchase and a dog wash Don Descoteau ongoing. All proceeds from the Biz Beat day go to the cause. Industry professionals will talk about hair care products and samples will be available. Things get going around 11 a.m. and run until about 4 p.m., but the shop will stay open until 7 p.m.
Pharmacy offers value added Longtime Victoria natives and lifelong friends Don Swainson and Jonathan Cox have teamed up to open Vital Health Pharmacy at 1825 Fort St. The outlet not only provides traditional prescription services, it has an onsite intravenous and IV infusion clinic, where clients receive injection medications and are monitored by nurses from Bayshore Home Health, a partner in the operation. More information can be found at vitalhealthpharmacy.com.
Money Mart, Easter Seals pair up In a national campaign that runs through Sept. 13, Money Mart is raising money for and awareness of young people with disabilities. Customers are being asked to top up their transactions with a donation to Easter Seals, which will help send children with disabilities to summer camps, including Camp Shawnigan. Money Mart also sponsors the 24-Hour Relay for Kids.
M&M promotes family dinners With national figures indicating family members are sitting down to dinner together less frequently than in past, M&M Meat Shops are encouraging busy families to set aside Sept. 19 to get back in the habit. As part of its ninth National Family Dinner Night, the company is also asking people to submit favourite recipes made with M&M products for a chance to win prizes. Go to mmmeatshops.com or stop by one of the three shops in Greater Victoria for more information.
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Mount St. Mary Hospital Foundation has two new directors on its board, Rick Connolly and Heather Kohler … Chartered accountants Bob Chong and Bob Moysey received community service awards recently from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of B.C. for volunteer activities involving non-profit groups in Greater Victoria.
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Ryder Hesjedal's Tour de Victoria For information: sheleena@tourdevictoria.com or 250-508-8363.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING To Sept. 1 – 27th annual Victoria Fringe Theatre Festival, various times and venues downtown. FMI: www.victoriafringe.com To Sept. 1 – STOMP!, a unique blend of percussion, choreography and physical comedy, is at the Royal Theatre. FMI: www.rmts.bc.ca Aug. 30 – Emily Carr Walking Tour, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Meet in front of the Visitor Centre. FMI: www.discoverthepast.com Aug. 31 – 2013 Vancouver Island Salmon Classic Derby, Sooke Harbour Resort & Marina. Aug. 31 & Sept. 1 – 35th annual Victoria Classic Boat Festival in the Inner Harbour. Aug. 31 to Sept. 2 – The 146th annual Saanich Fair is at the Saanich Fairgrounds. FMI: www.saanichfair.ca Aug. 31 – Chinatown Walk, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Meet in front of Starbucks Coffee, Fisgard and Government streets. Continued page 15
Labour Day 2013 around the region Greater Victorians are ready to send summer out with a bang this weekend. Sure, the calendar may say there’s another three weeks to our favourite sunny season, but for most families, Labour Day marks the end of summer and back to work and school, so let’s make the most of it! Many will take the time Monday to recognize the contributions of the country’s workers; others will spend the weekend creating special
moments with friends and neighbours, making memories to be shared for summers to come. From yummy food at Greek Fest and unique cultural activities like the Fringe Festival and Blues Bash to Butchart Gardens fireworks and the fun and games of the Saanich Fair, the only trouble may be in finding time for it all. So here we invite you to browse these pages and make a plan to enjoy a Labour Day weekend to remember.
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Theatrical fun on the Fringe One of Victoria’s favourite theatrical events, the Fringe Theatre Festival, concludes its 2013 run with a full weekend of performances scheduled. Continuing through Sunday, Sept. 1, the 27th annual festival features 55 shows over 10 days at 11 venues around downtown Victoria. A celebration of live performance from around the world, the festival features an eclectic mixture of spoken word, drama, musicals, comedy, music, theatre for young adults and more. Un-juried and uncensored, the Fringe Fest features the work of independent producers and artists, with 100 per cent of ticket sales going to the performers. Looking for recommendations? Check out The Craig, the audience
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Annual family picnic marks Labour Day for region’s workers The Victoria Labour Council welcomes the community to honour the region’s workers this Monday at its annual Labour Day Picnic. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 2 at Irving Park, at the corner of Menzies and Michigan streets, participants will enjoy live music, food and beverages, children’s crafts, face painting, activities and more. For more information contact the Victoria Labour Council at 250384-8331.
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From classic blues to classic boats, there’s lots to see and do in the Inner Harbour this weekend. Hosted by the Victoria Jazz Society, the 19th annual Vancouver Island Blues Bash includes a mix of free and ticketed performances at Ship Point. Weekend highlights include Duke Robillard Saturday, beginning at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday’s “Quebec Blues Night” double bill with Stephen Barry Band and Adam Karch, also beginning at 7:30 p.m. Single tickets and a combo ticket for both nights are available – call 250-388-4423 for details or visit www.jazzvictoria.ca In addition to the ticketed evening performances, a host of free afternoon concerts will hit the stage beginning at noon each day, including Cruel Shoes, McKinley Wolf, David Vest and Bill Johnson Blues Band, the Kingmixers, The Roper Show, Groove Kitchen and The Midnights. Also in the Inner Harbour is the 35th annual Victoria Classic Boat Festival, Friday to Sunday. Marine enthusiasts will enjoy viewing
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Thrill-seekers will be riding high at the 146th annual Saanich Fair this weekend as one of the region’s favourite farewells to summer comes to the Saanich Fairgrounds. Filling the Stelly’s Cross Road grounds with all the traditional agricultural exhibits and entertainment, in addition to the popular midway, highlights include farm equipment displays, agricultural exhibits and entertainment. Don’t miss the Capital Comets Dogsports, arts & crafts in the Kids’ Zone, Pirate School, model boats andSEPT the always 3 fun Farmer Vicky and Daisy the Cow. Visit Saturday through Monday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Gate admission is $11 for adults and $8 for youths and seniors (under six free). Midway tickets are extra. Need more information? Find all the details at www.saanichfair.ca
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Visit the Greek Isles without leaving the Capital Region with the 12th annual Greek Fest, continuing throughout the weekend. From 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day, the festival will fill the Greek Community Centre on Elk Lake Drive with the sights, sounds and flavours of Greece, serving a delicious array of authentic Greek food, including desserts, baked goods and a Greek deli. With free admission, visitors can also enjoy arts and crafts, a heritage exhibit, continuous live music and folk dancing. Proceeds from the popular festival will benefit the Victoria Hot Lunch Program and Tour de Rock. For more information visit www. greekfest.ca
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erpetual blues machine Adam Karch picked up the guitar at age 12. He used to head to the barn on the family farm in L’Acadie, Que. to watch his brothers play with their band. One day, the lead guitarist showed him how to play. It was love at first strum. “The first song I learned how to play was Angie from the Stones. I just kept playing 10 hours a day,” he says from his home outside Montreal. “I don’t practise that much anymore.” “All my brothers stopped playing when I started,” he says. “Dad was really supportive … he built a stage in the barn with lights. I’d go up there with my band and practise. It got me used to playing in front of people. I’m really kind of shy. I don’t really like attention.” It wasn’t until later that he opened his mouth to sing. What happened next was a music miracle. The young man, who spoke with a stutter his whole life, was able to sing without faltering.
“I’ll be honest. I stutter. And when I sing, I don’t. It’s been like that 35 years. I have good days and bad days, but when I sing it’s gone … I remember someone telling me that my stutter was gone the first time I sang. I didn’t even notice. It’s one of those things. I enjoyed it, but I didn’t know quite why.” A few years later, the budding bluesman found himself touring Germany with the late-great Jeff Healey. While on tour, he had the chance to rub elbows with the likes of Phil Collins and James Brown. “I got to hang out with him for the month,” says Karch. “It was so nice to be with a Canadian icon.” Although Karch grew up in Quebec, he speaks primarily in English, allowing him to sing and converse with crowds in both French and English. “I’m pretty much bilingual. It’s fun when I get to go out West and play and speak in English. I don’t get to do that often.” Karch played an afternoon show at last year’s Vancouver Island Blues Bash and won over the huge audience that gathered to hear him play. The sun was glistening
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creatures struggling to squash a demonic threat to the entire world. ★★★½ PACIFIC RIM -(Caprice) Guillermo del Toro (Hellboy, Pan’s Labyrinth) helms this Transformers-ish epic about monsters that attack Earth and are opposed by giant robots controlled by human “pilots.” This is a skilfully directed and highly imaginative tribute to all those schlocky Godzilla movies of old. ★★ PERCY JACKSON: SEA OF MONSTERS -(Empire 6/SilverCity) In this newest addition to the blandly derivative fantasy series that riffs on Greek mythology, the half-human son of Poseidon and his buddies embark on a magical quest to find the Golden Fleece in order to stop an ancient evil from destroying the world. PLANES -(Empire 6/SilverCity/ Westshore) The same people who made Cars have taken to the skies with a similar family-friendly animated tale about a crop-dusting plane with dreams of winning a famous aerial race. SMURFS 2 -(SilverCity/Westshore) The blue munchkins are back for more pint-sized adventures, this one involving a sorcerer and a diabolical kidnapping. ★ R.I.P.D. -(Caprice) Jeff Bridges and Ryan Reynolds star in a dismal action comedy that is nothing more than a crass ripoff of Men In Black. Bridges, who plays an “undead cop” who patrols the Earth looking for weird monsters to exterminate, should probably return the Oscar he received for Crazy Heart. TURBO -(Caprice) The latest from Dreamworks Animation is a family comedy about an ordinary garden snail who acquires magic powers – and the chance to achieve his dream of winning the Indy 500. With the voices of Ryan Reynolds, Paul Giamatti, Maya Rudolph, and Samuel L. Jackson. ★★½ THE WORLD’S END -(Odeon/SilverCity/Westshore) In a disappointing but occasionally funny follow-up from the makers of Shaun of the Dead, five old friends reunite for a pub crawl only to find themselves in a droll sci-fi action-adventure of epic proportions. Starring Simon Pegg. See review. ★★½ WE’RE THE MILLERS -(Odeon/SilverCity) Jason Sudeikis and Jennifer Aniston star in a crass comedy about a long-time pot dealer who hires a stripper and two feral teens to pretend to be his middle class family as cover for when he smuggles a massive load of weed across the border from Mexico to the States. Intermittently quite funny, this is a case of talented performers struggling with a second-rate script. ★★★ WOLVERINE -(SilverCity/ Westshore) Hairy-faced and Adamantium-clawed Hugh Jackman travels to Japan to confront the diabolical Silver Samurai, in an entertaining Marvel Comics smackdown that combines X-Men flair with martial arts and Yakuza elements. Directed by James Mangold (Walk The Line, 3:10 to Yuma).
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weekend ★★★ WORLD WAR Z -(Roxy, 9pm) Countries topple and armies shatter in the face of a zombie pandemic, as a shaggy-haired Brad Pitt tries to save the world. This is an intense and intelligent movie that uses zombies to embody the more plausible horror of a SARS-like threat to the planet. ★★★ YOU’RE NEXT -(Empire 6) If sunny summer fun isn’t your style, maybe check out this clever and darkly funny home-invasion splatterfest about a gang of maniacs that attacks a family . . . only to discover that someone in the house is even better at killing than they are. See review.
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Cinecenta at UVic screens its films in the Student Union Building. Info: 721-8365. cinecenta.com. LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED -(Fri.-Sat., Aug. 30-31: 7:00, 9:15) The latest from celebrated Danish director Susanne Bier (Brothers) is a wry romantic comedy very much aimed at adults. With Pierce Brosnan. ★★★½ MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING -(Sun.-Mon., Aug. Sept. 1-2: 7:00, 9:10) Talented director Joss Whedon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Avengers) takes on the Bard with a modern-day retelling of Shakespeare’s classic comedy about two pairs of lovers with very different ideas about life and love. This is a sharp, funny and engaging bit of filmmaking. ★★★★ JURASSIC PARK -(Tues., Sept. 3: 7pm, 9:20) Steven Spielberg’s classic 1993 tale of a dinosaur theme park where the toothy critters unexpectedly run amok should set the tone rather nicely for a new semester at university. ★★★THIS IS THE END -(Wed.Thurs., Sept. 4-5: 7:15, 9:20) In this truly wacked comedy, stars such as Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel and Jonah Hill play themselves as they party at James Franco’s house — only to find themselves confronting a terrifying, demon-filled apocalypse. Although a bit over-praised and rather slapdash, this is also very funny (in a shamelessly crude sort of way).
THE GRANDMASTER - Ziyi Zhang stars in director Kar Wai Wong’s (In The Mood For Love) first
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calendar EvEnts Fri. Aug. 30 Victoria Fringe FestiVal - Intrepid Theatre presents the 27th-annual Victoria Fringe Festival with 10 days of live comedy, drama, dance, musicals, spoken word, improv and physical theatre. Running until Sept. 1, the Fringe offers more than 300 performances of 55 shows at 11 venues around Victoria. The Fringe Club is open nightly 6pm until late at its new location, the headquarters of Rifflandia Festival (1501 Douglas) with drinks, entertainment and more. For full schedule and more information, visit victoriafringe.com. greek Fest - The 12th annual Greek Fest features food, music, dancing, children’s activities and entertainment for the whole family. 11am-10pm Aug. 30-Sept. 2 at the Greek Community Centre (4648 Elk Lake). Free. greekfest.ca.
SAt. Aug. 31 35th annual Victoria classic boat FestiVal - Celebrating maritime heritage: the Pacific Northwest on both sides of the border is blessed with an enormous number of traditional boats of all descriptions. The wonderful craft — both yachts and work boats — are cared for by their owners and a supportive community of boatyards, tradespeople and admirers. All day at the Inner
Harbour until Sept. 2.. Free. classicboatfestival.ca. VancouVer island blues bash - The Vancouver Island Blues Bash presents three days of blues concerts in the Inner Harbour featuring Duke Robillard and Quebec blues double bill with Adam Karch and Stephen Barry Band. Continue checking website for updates. Aug. 31-Sept. 2. jazzvictoria. ca/blues-bash. superheroes oF Victoria The fourth-annual Superhero photo shoot is being held at Uptown in the courtyard from noon until 3pm. More than 30 superheroes to choose from, live music from DJ Bryan Capistrano, cotton candy, face painting, prizes and more. Photos by donation. superheroesofvictoria.org. saanich Fair - It’s fair time at Western Canada’s oldest continuous agricultural fair. Aug. 31 to Sept. 2 at the Saanich Fairground (1528 Stellys Cross, Saanichton). Gates open 8am to 9pm. $11/adults, $8/seniors and youth, kids six and under are free. Free parking. saanichfair.ca.
house party monday- All the benefits of a house party without the morning after clean up. Couches, red Solo cups, Nintendo on the big screen and music by Vic City DJs. 10pm at Upstairs and Darcy’s (15 Bastion).
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Fri. Aug. 30 concerts in the park - Free music at the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park each Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holiday Mondays until Sept. 13. 1:30-3:20pm. Children’s concert 11am-noon. Free. 250-361-0708 or victoria.ca. FiVe note Funk - Funky music at the Copper Owl (1900 Douglas). 9:30pm. $10. Flume - Get your fix of electronic dance music at Sugar Nightlclub as Sydney, Australia’s Flume takes to the decks. 9pm.
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michael Wood band - Local rockers take the stage at Lucky Bar (517 Yates) alongside Real Mad Decent and Handsome Distraction. Early show. Doors at 8pm, show done by 11pm. Advance tickets at Ditch Records and Lyle’s Place.
stomp - This unique show combines elements of theatre, dance, comedy and percussion to turn the clutter of urban life into the source of infectious rhythm and wonder. The international percussion sensation is explosive, provocative, sophisticated, sexy and appeals to audiences of all ages. At the Royal Theatre (805 Broughton) until Sept. 1. $79.50-89.50. Rmts.bc.ca.
Iceberg Ferg at the Copper Owl (1900 Douglas). 9:30pm. $8 at the door.
shakespeare by the sea Victoria Shakespeare by the Sea is back for a second season with two shows: Romeo and Juliet (Wednesday, Friday and Sunday) and A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday). Nightly shows at 7pm. Matinees Saturday and Sunday at 2pm. To Sept. 1 at Clover Point (1300 block of Dallas). $25/20 at 250-213-8088. vicshakesea.ca.
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royal canoe- Armed with falsettos, guitars, effects pedals, drums, basses, tambourines, shakers and a six-keyboard super-weapon, Royal Canoe brings lyrically sharp pop songs to Lucky Bar (517 Yates). Tickets $16 at Lyle’s Place, Ditch Records and ticketweb.ca.
gallEriEs Fri. Aug. 30 the colour oF summer - Angela Morgan and Crystal Heath exhibition. Artists will be painting at the Avenue Gallery (2185 Oak Bay) Sat. Aug. 31 from noon-3pm. Until Sept. 7. end oF summer shoW - The Arts Council of Greater Victoria presents its second annual End of Summer show. Until Sept. 11 at the Arts Centre at Cedar Hall Recreation Centre (3220 Cedar Hill). 250-475-7123. eclectica- Expressionist perspectives featuring the work of Sharon Bussard Grove, Suzanne Jensen and James Roberts. Also check out Shelflife featured artists Jessy and Kristi Shayan. At Metchosin Art Gallery (4495 Happy Valley) noon5pm until Sept. 1.
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stomp - The Broadway hit crashes its way into the Royal Theatre until Sept. 1. Tickets are available at rmts.bc.ca or 250-386-6121. There are 32 front row Student Rush tickets available for $28 for each performance, in person at the Royal Theatre box office, from 9:30 a.m., day of show. Don’t miss this engaging, high-energy show, making its debut in Victoria. stomponline.com. cloud Quarry- A two-person exhibition that introduces a conversation between recent works of Any Brener and Michael Doerksen. Opening reception 6-10pm. Until Sept. 28 at Deluge Contemporary Art (636 Yates), Noon-5pm. summer salon- Featuring leading Canadian glass artists and new paintings by Reynald Leclerc of Quebec landscapes at West End Gallery (1203 Broad). westendgalleryltd.com.
SAt. Aug. 31 summer JeWels - The perfect opportunity to enjoy a show all of the wonderful paintings depicting images of summer; camping, boating, hiking, BBQ’s, the swimming hole and more. Until Sept. 15 at Coast Collective (3221 Heatherbell). Meet the artists from 2-4pm.
Mon. Sept. 2 melange ii - Bringing together two
highly creative local artists whose works and artistic view points are unique, moving and insightful, Carron Berkes and Rob Vickery present a diverse array of two-dimensional works in acrylics, mixed media and photography. Until Sept. 29 at Moka House at Fisherman’s Wharf (#110,19 Dallas).
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Bears brace for double Winger gets chance to play at home
not otherwise get looked at by Canadian coach Kieran Crowley and his staff, which selects the ARC squad based on CRC perforTravis Paterson mances. News staff “It’s always a struggle in terms of getting It’s going to be a tough these top-level guys turnaround playing two on the field to repreCanadian Rugby Champisent B.C. with so much onship games three days (summer) rugby,” apart, but the B.C. Bears Goodland said. will take it. Enter Jonny Morris, The Bears host the an undersized winger Ontario Blues at 7:30 p.m. from Esquimalt who tonight (Aug. 30) and grew up watching Atlantic Rock at 4:45 p.m. cousin Sipili Molia, on Monday at Westhills also a back, win proStadium. vincial club championBears assistant coach ships with the CastKenny Goodland won’t away Wanderers. complain. Getting two Most Esquimalt home games on the same Dockers followed grounds as the Americas coach Peter Rushton, Rugby Championship, now retired from that which runs Oct. 11 to 19, school, to Rushton’s is a coup for the Bears. blue-clad James Bay “A lot of these players AA. But Morris was will be featured in the dead set on wearing ARC, so it’s a chance for CW’s red, blue and fans to get to know them,” black hoops, and is Goodland said. now a regular with The Bears are in desperCW’s premier team. ate need of a win, as the “I always wanted to team lost its first home be with CW. I’ll play game 31-10 to the Prairie any position CW asks Wolf Pack on Aug. 10. Over me to, but I’m happiest 1,000 people attended that on the outside wing. game, which was part of Getting the ball at full the National Championspeed is my favourite ship Festival at the Univerthing about the game,” sity of B.C. he said. “Having that crowd was Morris isn’t tiny for a great start to the CRC a back, Goodland says, season,” Goodland said. but his size isn’t win“We want to maintain that ning him the type of passion from our fans.” credit larger players Goodland is a veteran of tend to get before the the B.C. Rugby Union but game has started. originally hails from New“Morris is fit but he foundland. He knows the could stand to gain a effect a crowd can have little muscle. He’s a on a game. naturally quick kind of “It’s tough to play out player and very decepthere in the Atlantic. tive.” They always get a good Judy Teasdale photography Either way, Morris is rambunctious crowd that B.C. Bears winger Jonny Morris leaps into the air for a ball with makes it difficult for the Prairie WolfPack winger Ian Shoults during the Aug. 10 Canadian living in the moment this summer, soaking opposition. We’d love to Rugby Championship match in Vancouver. up each CRC game have some of that.” with glee. unavailable for selection due ally played a week apart). We The Castaway WanderHe was on the field for the have to be able to adjust and to mandatory rest until later ers, Goodland’s home club loss against the Wolf Pack deal with some of the stuff on in the CRC season, with Phil for more than a decade, will and wants nothing more than Mack, Sean White, Harry the fly,” Goodland said. be well represented on the to redeem himself in front of Jones, Nathan Hirayama and To compensate the Bears pitch this weekend. Forwards the home crowd. Sean Duke among them. The have 28 players on hand this Clayton Thornber and Shea Morris likely start Monday former were part of the Canaweekend, though only 22 are Wakefield, and Matt Buckley versus the Rock. dian team that qualified for named to the match day rosand Jonny Morris will all see “If I get to play one, or half the 2015 Rugby World Cup playing time. So will a handful ter. of one match this weekend, earlier this month with a pair The big addition for Friday of UVic Vikes and James Bay in front of everyone at home, of wins over the U.S.A. Many is Adam Kleeberger, Rugby Athletic Association players, showing everyone here what were also part of the Pacific including homegrown Connor World Cup veteran and B.C. Nations Cup in the spring and I can do and who I play with, Braid, who will start at fly half club champ with the UVic that will be one of the best Vikes. But a number of poten- the Sevens Rugby World Cup tonight. moments I’ve ever had in in July. tial Bears who were previ“Friday to Monday is a rugby,” Morris said. It opens the door for fresh ously thought to be joining tough turnaround in rugby (a sports@vicnews.com blood, and players who might sport in which games are usu- the club have been made
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National-bound Vikes sweep Ivy League tour The UVic Vikes women's field hockey team ran a perfect table during its annual New England trip this week. The tour was the team’s first test ahead of a big season as it prepares to host the CIS National Championship, Oct. 31 to Nov. 2. The Vikes beat Yale 3-1, Harvard 4-1 and Dartmouth 6-3 on Saturday, Monday and Tuesday, respectively. Second-year player Amanda Amanda Kurianowicz Kurianowicz led the Vikes with two goals against Yale and four more against Dartmouth. Kathleen Leahy and Rosie Beale both scored twice during the tour. “We may be hosting the championship this year. But we want to deserve and earn our spot at the tournament," said head coach Lynne Beecroft, in her 30th season with the club. The Vikes start the Canada West season Sept. 21 in Calgary. UVic’s home opener is against the UBC Thunderbirds on Sept. 28 and 29 at the UVic turf. For the full schedule visit govikesgo.com.
Cougars clip Bucs in VIJHL exhibition Newcomers Mitch Maloney and Howard Howden each scored a goal on Tuesday as the Victoria Cougars beat the Nanaimo Buccaneers 3-1 in Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League exhibition play at Archie Browning Sports Centre. The Cougars led 2-0 after the first period and outshot the Buccaneers 42-22. Returning forward Mark Walton also scored for the defending VIJHL champion Cougars. David Marshall chipped in with a pair of assists. Splitting the goaltending duties for the Cougars were Connor Beauchamp and Kyriakos Aniyatos, while former South Island Thunderbird Ryan Waldhaus played part of the game in net for the Buccaneers. The Cougars’ final preseason game is against the Westshore Wolves at Archie Browning on Sunday (Sept. 1) at 4:15 p.m.
Colwood golfer hits top-10 at Bantam championship Royal Colwood youth member Keaton Gudz shot a two-day score of 77 and 71 for eight-over-par 148, 10th overall in the tworound B.C. Bantam Boys golf championship at the Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club on Tuesday and Wednesday. The bantam championships are for golfers under 15 years of age. The next Greater Victoria finisher was Jeevan Sihota, a Gorge Vale member, at 13th overall with a nine-over-par, 149. Akari Hayashi, an Uplands member, was Victoria’s top Bantam Girls finisher at 16th overall with 92-73 (165), 25-over-par. Mirai Hayashi was 18th overall among the girls with 83-85 (168), 28-over-par. sports@vicnews.com
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Grizz lead with rebuilt blue line Grizzlies host Caps at Juan de Fuca Travis Paterson News staff
While other B.C. Hockey League teams continued to cut players this week, Bill Bestwick’s biggest decision was how to configure his Victoria Grizzlies’ line pairings. The Grizzlies are on the ice at 7 p.m. tonight (Aug. 30) for an exhibition game at Juan de Fuca Arena versus the Cowichan Capitals. The two teams will play again tomorrow night in Duncan. It’s worth a reminder that general manager and head coach Bestwick’s lineup for 2013-14 is rekindled from a team that he and assistant GM/coach Craig Didmon whipped up in six weeks during a whirlwind summer of 2012. They rebuilt a mighty engine considering the short notice. That roster nearly drove the team to the 2012-13 regular season championship before getting knocked out of the playoffs in the second round. It makes this season Bestwick and Didmon’s first chance to ice a team with long-term success in mind, which meant making some tough trades in the offseason. “We traded to make room to recruit the players we want and
this was our first chance to do that,” Bestwick said. As a result the Grizzlies are made up of 50 per cent rookies. It’s not unheard of, but the players will need a few games, or weeks, to adjust to the speed and tempo of junior A, he said. “You can prepare them for it but until they the experience junior A on the ice they don’t know what it is.” Tonight Bestwick is stressing the Grizzlies play with structure and within the system more than they did in their 6-2 win on Sunday and Travis Paterson/News staff their 4-2 loss on Satur- Alex Adams is one of five Grizzlies from the same Toronto high school, day against the Alberni St. Andrew’s College, with Rory McGuire, Jacob Kearley, Jake Stirling and Bulldogs. Jay Mackie. The Grizzlies forward wick and the Grizzlies, separate lines will fall into place behind Alex Adams of Orangeville, Ont. Adams, 20, has come to the and together, have a reputation the top scoring unit of Fitzgerald brothers Gerry, Leo and Myles. Grizzlies for his last year of junior for pumping out first-class NCAA The rest is a mix of returnees in hopes of finally landing a NCAA players. Adams has a golden opportuDavid Walchuk, Mark McLel- Div. 1 scholarship after three years lan and Dante Hahn, and rookies of junior A with the Orangeville nity to bank on it as the sky is the limit for the Grizzlies this season. Stefan Burzan, Jay Mackie, Cole Flyers and Georgetown Raiders. Gone is the team’s top puck“I’ve heard so much about the Pickup, Jesse Schwartz, Jake StirBCHL, hopefully we can have a moving defenceman from last ling and Shawn McBride. The top defensive pairings are good season and I can get that year, D.J. Jones, to graduation. Jones quarterbacked the power scholarship,” he said. also being settled. It’s also no secret that Best- play and drove much of the Leading the way is over-ager
offence from the back end. Bestwick’s room-making trades also moved captain Zach Urban and two of the team’s bigger players from last year, Jaden Schmeisser and Kade Pilton. “We’ve brought in size, but size isn’t enough on its own. You need mobility and we’ve tried to add that as well,” Bestwick said. At 6-foot-2, 205 lbs., Adams is looking to fill the leadership gap left vacant by Urban and Jones, while also playing a multi-faceted game. “There’s a lot of young, new guys, and a lot of opportunity hopefully for me on the power play and penalty kill. I hope to be a team leader and contribute on and off the ice,” said Adams, who accrued 118 penalty minutes last season in 43 games. While Adams is also hoping to be a regular contributor to the Grizzlies’ attack, all indications so far are that Nick Charif, of Edmonton, can replace Jones. “Charif moves the puck well, will provide offence five-on-five, and can recreate (what Jones did) and there’s a chance he could be even better,” Bestwick said. The Grizzlies start the regular season at the BCHL Showcase in Chilliwack agains the Penticton Vees on Sept. 6 and Salmon Arm Silverbacks on Sept. 7. sports@vicnews.com
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING EVENTS
HUGE USED BOOK SALE Saturday, Sept. 14 9am-3pm
ONE DAY ONLY!
At the News Leader Pictorial Office in Duncan. 5380 TCH, between Buckerfield’s & The Brick. Thousands of titles & genres! Paperbacks are sorted by author!
$1 paperbacks & $2 hardcovers
All proceeds are given to charity. We are proud to be partnering with Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association! Come out and show your support. Bring the kids! Bouncy house, burgers by Original Joe’s and more. Meet & greet & book signing with local author’s Bob Battistuzzi, Suzi Davis & Kara Dale Bohmer & illustrator Dean GrifďŹ ths.
Get your winter reading material HERE! Call 250-746-4471 for more information
Vintage, Retro & Collectible Show and Sale Saturday, Aug. 31st, 9:30am - 4:00pm, $3 ‘Early Birds’ @ 8:30am, $20 Winspear Centre, Sidney. Meet over 60 retro & collectible enthusiasts at this 100 table sale. Free parking; children free with adult.
http://josiejones. shawwebspace.ca (FacebookVintage RetroCollectible) Contact David at 250-744-1807 or dnlock@shaw.ca
INFORMATION ATTENTION FIRST MEMORIAL FAMILIES Please call our office at 250-384-5512. TO HAVE YOUR FILE UPDATED & to receive your complimentary PERSONAL PLANNING GUIDE and new personal emergency contact card. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES
LEGALS AUCTION SALE Notice is hereby given by West Coast Super Storage Ltd, 3220 Otter Point Rd, Sooke, BC, V9Z 0K8 that the following item(s) will be open for bids between 9am-12pm on September 7, 2013 on the premises to cover costs incurred. Only CASH accepted. *Neil Meichsner – ENC6008 (Household Goods) *Catherine Turner – ENC3076 (Household Goods) JOHN GORDON BARNES formerly of 2913 Denice Place is given 30 days to pickup BMW Motorcycle WR-65 E110R010322 otherwise will be disposed of after 30 days by Corrine Derkson of same address.
WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT Notice is hereby given that Kustom Towing, (2009) Ltd, 3297 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8Z 3K9 will be selling: 2000 PONTIAC MONTANA
Owner M. Jacks 1GMDX03E3YD306288 1987 FORD F-250 Owner Artistic Pavers Wall Ltd 2FTHF2510HCA86235 FORD F-150 Owner M. O’Brien 1FTEX15NX5KB47512 Will be sold on Sept 6, 2013. At 647B Dupplin Rd, Victoria, BC between 10am-2pm.
PERSONALS REAL PEOPLE, Real Chat, Real Discreet Try FREE! 18+. Call 250-220-1300. Or visit online at: www.livelinks. com
LOST AND FOUND LOST: CAT, young male, black and very shy. From Topaz Park area. Please check yards and sheds. Call if found (250)381-6009.
TRAVEL GETAWAYS CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call 250.388.3535
PARKSVILLE COZY Cottage Weekly or 3 nights min. Sept. or Oct. Senior orientated. Call Loren (250)586-8814.
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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 FOR AT HOME JOBS • Huge Demand In Canada • Employers Seek Out Canscribe Graduates • Over 90% Graduate Employment Rate
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
TRADES, TECHNICAL
BUILDING SUPPLIES
FUEL/FIREWOOD
HEAVY EQUIP. MECHANIC Vanc. Isl. sawmill requires a Heavy Duty Mechanic. Must have diesel engine and transmission rebuilding abilities with skills in welding & hydraulics. Fax resumes to 250-248-8998 or email terry@errced.com
EVERYTHING YOU Need! Flooring, doors, windows, tubs, bricks, lumber, pavers... Heritage/modern. Syd’s Salvage (250)886-2658.
ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.
VOLUNTEERS SAANICH NEIGHBOURHOOD Place needs a child minder to assist a staff member for two hours on Wednesday evenings at Pearkes Rec Centre starting in October. Other positions available. Call 250-360-1148. THE TOGETHER Against Poverty Association is looking for a Disability Advocate to assist people who are applying for a provincial disability designation. Six-month commitment. Training provided. Other positions available. Call 250361-3521. THE VICTORIA Branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association needs a communications pro to help promote its events and programs. Time commitment is about 12 hours a month. Call 250-382-5454.
PERSONAL SERVICES
www.canscribe.com info@canscribe.com 1.800.466.1535
HELP WANTED An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson,Alta. HAIR STYLIST WANTED Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Guaranteed $11/hour, 25% profit sharing, paid overtime, benefits, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Call Christie at 250-360-1923 today for an interview.
MIND BODY & SPIRIT INTERLUDE MASSAGE In practice since 2000, offering Kripalu (Swedish), Acupressure, Hot Stone, Chair massage. Reiki Master. Come experience my work at James Bay, Sidney and Bastion Sq Markets. Contact Andrea 250514-6223 or online at: www.andreakober.com
FINANCIAL SERVICES GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD ADRIENNE’S RESTAURANT and Tea Garden at Mattick’s Farm has following job positions open: Host/Cashier, Barista, Dishwasher. Only experienced & mature individuals apply to: t-garden@shaw.ca Need CA$H Today?Snap Car Cash www.snapcarcash.com
CONKEIRA Holdings Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 102-2890 Westshore Pkwy, Langford, BC. Food Counter Attendant Full Time, Part Time, Shift Work, Early Mornings, Evenings, Weekends. $10.25/hour + benefits. Apply at store or by email timhorton4203@hotmail.com CONKEIRA Holdings Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 840-2945 Jacklin Rd, Langford, BC. Food Counter Attendant Full Time, Shift Work, Nights, Overnights, Early Mornings, Weekends $10.25/hr + benefits. Apply at store or email timhorton3001@hotmail.com
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PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Home Movies to DVD. Also, Portraiture, Baby, Family + Maternity. 250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com
FURNITURE
FRIENDLY FRANK 5 DRAWER pine dresser, good condition, $30. Sm white cabinet, $30. (778)265-7743. CHINA BARRELS and 4cuft and 2cuft boxes and packing paper, $30 for all. Call (778)678-9586. COMPLETE SET Junior hockey gear “Adam Divison Youth�, $75. (250)591-2453. COUCH & MATCHING arm chair, light blue & grey, $20. Call (250)658-4726. DESK 27.5x48, kidney shaped 1/4 glass, PC pull out, $45. Call (250)727-7741.
DRESSER- light green, excellent condition, $30 obo. 250893-9188.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
DUVET, KING size, white goose down, as new. $95. Call (250)721-9271. EDDIE BAUER travel crib, $48. 4621.
collapsible (250)652-
EL NINO 2000 high quality 13 lb 10-pin bowling ball. Multicolour red/gold. Used 2 years. Owner no longer able to play due to health. $375 new, asking $65. 250-479-2779. EYELET TRIM, 25 yrds, 6�W, pink. $25. Call (250)386-9493. INCUMBANT/ ERGONOMIC black cloth kneeling chair, $35. Call (778)426-4449. STEREO/DISPLAY stand, wood & glass, $50. 2 wood chairs, $50. (250)294-2553. WOODEN STOOL, brass trim, black leather seat, 27� high $20. Call 250-388-6725.
SHOPRIDER DELUXE Mobility scooter. One owner, like new, bought 2008. 4-wheel stability, electrical seat lift. $1500. obo. (250)592-1690.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE COLLECTOR PLATES, (set of 10) $125. Star Trek posters, $20 each. Call (250)474-2325.
YAKIMA ROOF rack, 54� w/accessories, $75 obo. Call (250)655-4890.
FAMILY COLLECTION of 9 Dalton’s, 12 Treasured Memories, 5 tiny crystals. Will sell as one. Offers on $400. Call (250)656-7786.
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
DEATHS
DEATHS
Jenny Hughes May 23, 1942 – August 18, 2013 Jenny passed suddenly but peacefully on August 18, while on vacation in Winnipeg. She is survived by and will be dearly missed by her loving husband Bud, son Colin, granddaughter Ashley (Kyle), brother Walter and many other family members. She is predeceased by daughter Tracy, brother Stan, mother Rose and her father. Jenny was a caring nurturing and all around great person. She loved to garden, paint and was an excellent cook. Travelling was a great passion and she would come to Winnipeg often to visit family. She had been in Mexico for her granddaughter’s wedding in 2012 and had a great time there. She will be lovingly remembered by all who had the honour of knowing her. Services will be held at St. John Heritage Church, 537 Glencairn Lane, Colwood, BC on Sept 5th at 2pm.
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
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TRANSPORTATION
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TRANSPORTATION
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
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APARTMENT/CONDO
CARS
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TRUCKS & VANS
FUR COUGAR carpet on felt with head, teeth, paws, tail, etc. Must be seen. $1700.obo. or swap for good shape automobile or big TV. I pay some cash difference- Old age pensioner. Call (250)472-9355. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?
COLLEGE HEIGHTS, Nanaimo. 3-level, 4bdrm +1bdrm suite. Beautiful ocean/city views. Owner will carry mortgage/reasonable down payment. (250)753-0160.
NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division.
COLLEGE HEIGHTS, Nanaimo. 5bdrm +1bdrm suite. Gorgeous ocean/city views. Owner will carry mortgage with reasonable down payment. 250-753-0160
REAL ESTATE
MILTON ST, Nanaimo, 2bdrm condo. Top floor. Fantastic City/Ocean views. Owner will carry mortgage w/$650 monthly payments. (250)753-0160
APARTMENTS FURNISHED
HOMES FOR RENT COLLEGE HEIGHTS, Nanaimo. Beautiful ocean/city views. 4bdrms + 2bdrm suite. Owner will carry mortgage/reasonable down payment. 250-753-0160.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
GORDON HEAD- (4062 Feltham Place) 3 bdrm Rancher, w/appls, F/P, garage. Close to Uvic, Shelbourne. New Price$465,000. Move-in now, Motivated seller. 250-514-3286.
5 BDRM - 3 bdrm, 2 full bath up. Big storage. Sep entr. Close to Beckwith Park on Cul de Sac. Large lot w/fruit trees. Lower suite; 2 bdrm, 1 large full bath. $625,000. Call (250)479-7201. SEASIDE LUXURY condo studio, Sidney, BC. Exceptional views, furnished. Offers on $154,900 for quick sale. www.shawnaytownsend.com/miraloma
778-977-8049. (250)656-5787.
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BROADMEAD: 4613 Cliffwood Plc., Sun., Sept. 1st, 9-2pm. Records, household and ladies clothes, etc.
HUGE USED BOOK SALE
SAANICH WEST- 1246 Hastings St, 3 bdrm Rancher, 2 garage, dining/living/family rooms, 2 bath (ensuite), F/P, appls incld, new roof. Walking distance to Interurban campus. $484,900. 250-477-4600.
9am-3pm
At the News Leader Pictorial Office in Duncan. 5380 TCH, between Buckerfield’s & The Brick. Thousands of titles & genres! Paperbacks are sorted by author!
$1 paperbacks & $2 hardcovers
All proceeds are given to charity. We are proud to be partnering with Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association! Come out and show your support. Bring the kids! Bouncy house, burgers by Original Joe’s and more. Meet & greet & book signing with local author’s Bob Battistuzzi, Suzi Davis & Kara Dale Bohmer & illustrator Dean Griffiths.
Get your winter reading material HERE! Call 250-746-4471 for more information
VIC WEST- 3 bdrms, grd lvl, lrg fenced yrd + deck, bsmt, 4 piece bathrm, 4 appls, oak flrs. Own laundry. Ref’s req, N/S. $1200. Oct 1. 250-385-2171.
ROOMS FOR RENT CRYSTAL POOL- 1 bdrm, full kitchen, shared bathroom, $565. NS/NP, non-drinker. Call (250)477-0686.
NORTH NANAIMO: Attention Students/Working Professionals: fully furnished room, nice, quiet area. Own bathroom, cable, shared kitchen and laundry. N/S, N/P, no partiers. $550/mo. 250-756-9746.
SUITES, LOWER GORGE/ADMIRALSvery quiet, furnished 1 bdrm, own entry, NS/NP. $900 all inclusive. Sept 1. (250)383-8926.
QUALITY MANUFACTURED homes in quiet Ladysmith. Homes from $99,900. A selection of floor plans and various options. Homes are CSA A277 approved. Only 45 minutes from Victoria. Call Duck Paterson 250-246-0637 or email to: info@lmfhomes.ca
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
HARRIET/UPTOWN- 3 bdrms, newly reno’d, 4 appls, bus route, NS/NP. $1600 utils incl, own laundry. 250-480-0849.
1977 VANGUARD MOTOR HOME. 26’, 460 engine. Lots of things for camping incld -. dishes, pots & pans, etc. Excellent shape, paint is good, everything is OK. $2000. awning, bath & shower. No leaks, new water pump. $8000. Call (250)479-3249.
OTTER POINT RV Trailer Park. 40’ park model trailer (no pad fees) 3 slide outs + 30’x52’ lot, finished deck & shed in new cond. Reduced to $117,900. obo. 306-290-8764.
WE’RE ON THE WEB
1990 CHEVROLET Cavalier Z 24, 3.1 Litre. Only 70,000 km on rebuilt motor. Newer Luc High Performance clutch, 5sp trans, near new Hankook tires. Red, sun roof, mint interior, power doors/windows (new motors and regulators). Pioneer stereo w/iPod adapter, sub woofer, Pioneer 6x9 3 way speakers. Same owner since 1990, have all receipts. $3000. Chris, 250-595-0370 lv mess.
2004 TITANIUM 29E34RL (new May 2005), good condition. One slide out, rear living room with fireplace, chair, hide-a-bed couch, sliding glass doors leading to fully screened patio. Patio deck slides out from underneath. Centre kitchen, double door refrigerator, microwave, double sink. Hardwood floors, oak cabinets, washer/dryer, porcelain toilet. Ducted A/C, gas/ electric hot water with DSI. Fiberglass exterior, dual paned windows, Polar Pak insulation, power front jacks, rear stabilizers. Ideal for traveling south in winter, parking at the lake or touring. Length/benefits of 34’ but tows like 29’. $65,000 new, asking $19,900. 250-8818833, chuck.salmon@shaw.ca
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
1991 VOLVO 940 4 cyl gas sedan. Dark green/blue exterior, black leather interior. Auto, 322,000 km. Very good cond. $1000.obo. (250)721-4497.
1993 FORD F250 Pick-up truck. $1000. Runs well. 5 litre automatic. Call (250)858-6950 weekdays after 6pm or anytime on weekends.
MARINE BOATS 19’ BOWRIDER with 135HP Mercury. Galvanized EZ loader trailer. 8.9HP Honda 4 stroke. Fish finder and BHF radio and more. $5,000. Call (250)479-4569, (250)589-4569
BDF-14 RIB fast, stable, deep-V fiberglass hull, 30 HP Suzuki, Highliner trailer, Sunbrella cover. All in good condition. $2800. 250-477-7327 $$$$ BOATS WANTED $$$$ ALSO OUTBOARDS AND TRAILERS. CASH BUYER. $$$$$ 250-544-2628 $$$$$
SPORTS & IMPORTS DREAM car. 2001 convertible supercharged Jaguar XKR in excellent condition. 41,000 kms. Asking $12,000. Located in Nanaimo. fkimantas@shaw.ca GOING CHEAP very cheap. 2006 Jaguar 4 door X type all wheel drive, mint as new only 55,000km, with records, sunroof, superb throughout. Never winter driven, one owner. First sensible offer takes. Nonsmoker. Famous owner in Ontario. Call 289-296-7411.
2003 JEEP Liberty Ltd. Edition, black, auto, 4WD, 3.7L V6. Recent check up. 123,000km. Leather, power everything, cruise, CD/tape player, spare tire. Price reduced! $7995. Call 1-250-812-8646.
TRUCKS & VANS 1999 FORD F250- white, 4WD extended cab, box liner, runs well, no damage. $2995. Call (250)477-6036.
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SIDNEY- 1 BDRM, 1 bath ground floor suite, F/S, W/D, large kitchen & living room, lots of storage, N/S, no dogs. $950 util’s incld’d. Available Sept. 1st. Call (250)654-0410. SIDNEY, WATERFRONT home, 1 bdrm, fully furn’d or unfurn, all utils incl’d, F/S, W/D, small dog ok, N/S, Oct 1. $1100 mo. Ref’s. Call 250665-6367. THETIS HIEGHTS: 1 bdrm + den, deck, insuite W/D, incld’s utils, 975sqft, N/S, small pet ok, $1200. (250)478-4018.
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SOOKE. 3BDRM + den, 3 bath, newer half duplex. Fully fenced big yard, deck, garage, gas fireplace. Bright kitchen with DW, F/S. W/D in sep. laundry. Nice views, forest, trails across road. $1650 includes weekly garbage pickup and water. Avail. Oct 1st. 250508-4064. tjoblue@gmail.com
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FURNISHED OFFICE, Sidney, 486sq ft, use of photo copier at cost, waterfront glimpse. $950. (250)656-1050.
DOWNTOWN SIDNEY- Bright 1 bdrm deluxe suite. Short term. Call (250)514-7747.
APARTMENT/CONDOS
All Fun Swap & Shop. Every Sunday (weather permitting), 7am-2pm. 12.00 to sell- 1.00 to buy. No dogs in shopping area. 250-474-4546. www.allfun.bc.ca
Bright lg Bach 1,2,3 br. Units Fully reno 5 min drive to DT Victoria Full time on site manager
1982 GRAND Prix LJ, only 29 original km on car, 350 4 bolt Vette motor and 350 Turbo trans installed in 1985. Seals done in 2008. A.C. works, New head liner 2014, a true time piece. $6,900 o.b.o Call Terry 250-478-1426.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewelry. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700
COLWOOD- 506 Stornoway Dr, Sat, Aug 31, 8:30-3. Multifamily! Downsizing!
UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT
1975 LIONEL tent trailer, $1500. Reduced $1000. Reduced $750. obo. Call (250)479-1771.
Move in today 250-588-9799
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
LOG HOME overlooking Lake Cowichan, 1.5 acres. Small 1 bdrm ground level suite, in floor heating, fenced garden w/fruit trees. Generator and solar. $375,000. Call (250)745-3880. View on: www.usedvictoria.com
1 & 2 Bdrm suites & cabins. Perched on a cliffside with panoramic ocean vista, overlooking The Saanich Inlet. Serene & secure. All amenities on-site, firewood. $500-$1200 inclds utils. Monthly/Weekly. Pets ok with refs. 25 min commute to downtown Victoria. Must have references! Call 250-478-9231.
TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUE/CLASSICS
1966 CHEVY Pick up, 1/2 ton short box, burgundy. 3 in the tree, 6 cylinder. Good condition, runs great, comes with second set of winter tires and rims. Second owner for last 45 years, in Victoria. $10,000 obo. Call: 250 479 0441 or email: havoc@telus.net
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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING
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HAULING AND SALVAGE
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
PAINTING
PRESSURE WASHING
ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi
ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.
DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141
JACK NASH, serving Victoria since 1980. Big or small, free estimates. Call (250)881-3886.
A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220.
DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.
FURNITURE REFINISHING
GARDEN OVERGROWN? Weeding, lawn cuts, cleanups, pruning. John Kaiser 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236.
LANDSCAPING
Certified General Accountant Bookkeeping, Audit, Payroll, HST. Set up & Training. E-File
TAX
250-477-4601
CARPENTRY BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748.
CLEANING SERVICES HOUSEKEEPER EXPERIENCED, reliable. References. 250-920-6516, 250-881-7444.
FURNITURE REFINISHING. Specializing in small items, end-tables, coffee tables, chairs. Free pick-up & delivery. References available. 250-475-1462.
GARDENING 20% OFF! Mowing, PowerRaking, hedge/shrub trimming. Clean-ups. (250)479-6495. (250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Yard & garden overgrown? No job too big. Irrigation, landscaping, patio stone, install. Blackberry & ivy removal. 25yr
GLENWOOD Gardenworks Landscaping & Garden Services. Satisfaction guaranteed. 250-474-4373.
GNC ELECTRIC Res/Comm. Reasonable rates for quality work. #43619. 250-883-7632. KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.
AURICLE BSC lawn, garden shrubs, irrigation & blow out fall C/up p wash 250-882-3129
AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550.
BILL’S MASONRY. Brick, tiles, pavers. All masonry & Chimney re-pointing. F/P repairs. 250-478-0186.
250-507-6543. AL’S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, power washing, de-moss, Insured. (250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free est.
HANDYPERSONS
250-479-7950 FREE ESTIMATES • Lawn Maintenance • Landscaping • Hedge Trimming • Tree Pruning • Yard Cleanups • Gardening/Weeding • Aeration, Odd Jobs NO SURPRISES NO MESS www.hollandave.ca
MASONRY & BRICKWORK
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
ELECTRICAL 250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779.
ST YARD Specialist. For your complete yard maintenance & design. Call Sam (778)2650890. www.styardspecialist.ca
BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Stairs, Painting, General household repairs. Free estimate. Call Barry 250-896-6071
HAULING AND SALVAGE $20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279. CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164. FAMILY MAN Hauling. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.
JUNK BOX- We Do All The Loading
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 CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitchen/bath, wood floors, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877 COMPLETE HOME Repairs. Suites, Renos, Carpentry, Drywall, Painting. Licensed and insured. Darren 250-217-8131.
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(250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave Moving- 2 men, 5 ton, $85/hr. 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. HEAVY MOVES- Safes, Industrial, 20 yrs exp. Insured. 250-886-2658. *WRIGHT BROS* Moving. $80/hr, 2 men/3 ton. Seniors discount. Philip (250)383-8283
STUCCO/SIDING STUCCO REPAIRMAN- Stucco & Painting Specialist. 50 years experience. Free estimates. Dan, 250-391-9851.
TREE SERVICES BUDDY’S TREE SERVICESTrimming, pruning, chipping, removals, hedges, lawn care, Insured. Keith, (250)474-3697.
UPHOLSTERY
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PLUMBING EXPERIENCED JOURNEYMAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fair rates. Insured. Reliable, friendly. Great references. Call Mike at KNA (250)880-0104.
UPHOLSTERER work. Your fabric 250-480-7937.
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2166 Central, $629,000 Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Nicole Burgess, 250 384-8124
2604 Shieling Pl, $785,000 pg. 11
1564 Rockland, $699,900 Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921
Saturday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921
pg. 10
Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250-744-3301
pg. 11
pg. 1
Sunday 2-4 Newport Realty Julie Rust, 250-385-2033
Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Inder Taneja, 250-686-8228
Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Allen Tepper, 250-686-6325
204-1040 Rockland, $279,000 Saturday & Sunday 11-1 Macdonald Realty Ltd. Christina Stack, 250-857-6659
Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Mike Hanus, 250-857-4111
2639 Victor St., $429,000 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Dorothee Friese, 250-477-7291
pg. 10
Saturday 1-3 JonesCo. Real Estate Roger Jones, 250-361-9838
pg. 7
Saturday 1-2:30 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Judy Jackson, 250-656-0131
pg. 1
3361 Willowdale, $509,000 pg. 14
pg. 5
Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Judy Campbell, 250 744-3301
pg. 23
2844 Sooke Lake Rd, $399,990 pg. 5
2006 Hannington Rd, $599,500 pg. 19
10500 McDonald Park, $585,000 pg. 6
1469 Honeysuckle Pl, $725,000
Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Gay Helmsing, 250 655-0608
Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Patricia Parkins, 250-385-2033
Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Silvana Azurdia, 250-858-8111
pg. 15
1012 Marwood, $575,000 pg. 15
593 Latoria Rd, $294,000 Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Greg Long, 250-384-8124
pg. 5
Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ron Bahrey, 250-477-7291
pg. 19
3467 Happy Valley pg. 7
207-2732 Matson Rd, $229,900
Saturday & Sunday 12-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-889-4445
2215 Spirit Ridge Dr, $939,000 pg. 5
Saturday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Ed G Sing, 250-744-3301
pg. 14
904 Lakeside Pl, $499,500 pg. 14
Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448
pg. 15
4559 Otterpoint, $799,000
3358 Langrish, $444,400 pg. 14
9776 Fourth St
Tuesday-Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Ross Shortreed, 250-858-3585
Sunday 12-1 Re/Max Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448
Wednesday-Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Neil Docherty, 250-478-9600
1720 Swartz Bay, $539,000 pg. 11
pg. 19
Thursday-Sunday 1:30-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Chuck Meagher, 250-477-1100
2289 Gail, $579,000
110-1505 Church Ave, $209,000 Saturday 2-4 Boorman’s Rod Hay, 250-595-1535
pg. 1
Saturday 2-4 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242
207-611 Goldstream, $324,900
Saturday 2-4 JONESco Real Estate Inc. Marilyn Ball, 250-655-7653 pg. 12
pg. 16
Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448
2983 Dornier Rd. pg. 14
Daily 12-4 (except Monday) DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-889-4445
pg. 15
Sunday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast Eamon Coll 250 479-3333
pg. 15
2156 Townsend, $375,000 Saturday 11-1 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242
pg. 19
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Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast James Gardiner (250) 507-4333
pg. 12
Saturday 2-4 Macdonald Realty Jane Logan, 250-920-6868
3356 Summerhill, $459,900
5-9871 Second, $589,000 Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Gary Anderson, 250-744-3301
Saturday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Nicole Burgess 250 384-8124
961 Abbey Rd, $795,000
4009 Cedar Hill Rd, $529,900
2438 Lincoln, $699,000 Saturday 2-4 JonesCo. Real Estate Roger Jones, 250-361-9838
pg. 11
204-3363 Glasgow, $159,900 Sunday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921
pg. 7
1181 Union, $499,000
3586 Calumet Ave, $375,000
Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608
11-4140 Interurban Rd, $299,900
Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ron Bahrey, 250-477-7291
5510 Alderley, $629,900 pg. 12
Saturday 2-4 Dutton & Co. Real Estate Ltd. 250-383-7100
pg. 12
pg. 7
Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Paul Whitney, 250-889-2883
pg. 19
9706 Fifth St, $569,900
1690 Texada Terr, $1,039,000 Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty James Liu, 250 477-5353
800 Royal Wood Pl.
Sunday 1-2:30 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Judy Jackson, 250-656-0131
pg. 13
Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Rick Turcotte, 250-744-3301
982 Mckenzie Ave, $299,900
606 Speed, $215,000
pg. 7
pg. 13
pg. 13
319-1870 McKenzie, $195,000 pg. 5
Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Paul Whitney, 250-889-2883
9-639 Kildew Rd, $329,900
2114 Weiller, $429,000
Sunday 2-4 Address Realty Ltd. Shaughna Boggs-Wright, 250-391-1893
2487 Cadboro Heights Lane, $1,065,000 3929 Lexington Ave, $635,000
1798 Denman St, $450,000
Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Scott Munro, 250 477-5353
pg. 6
Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Nicole Burgess, 250 384-8124
4259 Wilkinson Rd, $379,900
pg. 10
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Saturday 11-1 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Silvana Azurdia, 250-858-8111
4255 Moorpark, $649,000
5980 Old East, $649,000
376 Sylvia, $699,900
Saturday, Sunday & Monday 1-4 Macdonald Realty Helene Roy, 250 883-2715
Saturday 12-1:30 One Percent Realty Guy Effler, 250-812-4910
317 Uganda, $429,900
Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Macdonald Realty Ltd. Christina Stack, 250-857-6659 Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheryl Bejcar, 250-592-4422
1929 Llewellyn, $695,000
Saturday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Anke Venema, 250-477-1100
405-1687 Poplar, $335,000
1093 Moss, $569,000
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Black Press is proud to be an official sponsor for the 2013 Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock, with photojournalist Arnold Lim on the 21-member tour team as a media rider. Follow Arnold’s personal story of training for the Tour and the ride itself at tourderock. ca under the blog posts, or on Twitter at @arnoldlimphoto. ON TOUR: This year’s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 21 and ends Friday, Oct. 4 in Victoria. Tour de Rock raises funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research and programs. HELP OUT: Donations can be made at copsforcancer.ca FIND OUT: To catch up on all the Tour de Rock news, photos and videos, go to:
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Gaining strength from those who can’t ride Kyle Slavin News staff
Marc Lavergne spent four years watching his father slowly lose his life, as a nonaggressive form of bladder cancer took away his independence. “He went from a very strong-willed, physical individual to a person that just had to sit down in his chair and watch life go by. And that was very hard for him,” says Lavergne, ceremonial, protocol and advisory NCO for the Island District RCMP. “I remember watching him watch people cut his grass – that was one of the most painful things. He was still at home, not physically able to get outside. That really set him back.” Lavergne, a father of three girls, says it’s impossible to fathom just how taxing going through that experience would be for a parent of a child with cancer. Trying to put himself in those parents’ shoes is what’s helping motivate him through every Tour de Rock training ride, every hill and every pedal-stroke he takes. “I can do this. It’s by no means an easy task, but I am physically able, and I want to do it,” he says. Ray Carfantan is in a very similar boat. Also a father of three girls, he knows how fortunate he is that all of them are healthy. “As a father I’m very lucky. I don’t have kids with cancer. So my hope in terms of the ride and trying to make things better for kids is a bit of an insurance policy in the event their kids are diagnosed with something. I want to do my part for cancer research and treatment, so they’re further down the road than they are today,” says Carfantan, staff sergeant in charge of the Island District general investigation section. Carfantan, like Lavergne, also watched cancer slowly take his father’s life. “That process was excruciating. Knowing the end was coming and wanting to have conversations that you haven’t had, deeper conversations that you’ve never really attempted to be able to have,” Carfantan says. “It really hits home when you talk to a parent
RCMP Island District members Jennifer Prunty, left, Ray Carfantan, and Marc Lavergne are all part of this year’s Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock team. Arnold Lim/News staff
that lost a child to cancer.” Those parents will never have the chance to watch their child experience life, he says, and it’s that harsh reality that motivates him to ride. Jennifer Prunty, while not a parent, had her own cancer scare last summer that put the fragility of life into perspective. A pink mole above her left knee turned out to be a fast-developing melanoma. She treated it aggressively – having it twice removed and requiring a lymph node biopsy – and thankfully doctors were successful in removing it all. “That was my wake-up call. Cancer can hit any time, when you least expect it,” she says. “It kind of sent us for a Tilt-A-Whirl, and I decided everything is going on hold next year, and I’m doing the Tour de Rock.” Prunty, an RCMP officer working for the Vancouver Island Integrated Major Crimes Unit, says Tour is her way giving back. “Cancer is still a really scary word. I just can’t imagine how horrible that would be to hear that your small child (who) you have all these
expectations for has cancer,” she says. That perspective makes her want to do as much as she can to raise money for a cure and support programs for these kids and their families. The three RCMP officers are all members of this year’s 21-person Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock team. The team, made up of police officers, members of the media and special guests, will cycle 1,100 kilometres from Port Alice to Victoria next month raising money for pediatric cancer research and support programs. “Yeah, it would be a lot easier to make a donation, but there’s a commitment and passion involved in the Tour de Rock. It’s my responsibility as a police officer who can do this to do it,” Prunty says. “I’m healthy; I’m fit; there’s no reason why I can’t. There’s a lot of people who are going through cancer treatments who would like to do this who physically can’t so it’s my responsibility to grab it and do it.” kslavin@saanichnews.com
A28 • www.vicnews.com
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