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Public called to action on Beacon Ave. Sidney’s consultation process continues at open house Jan. 23 Steven Heywood News staff
Public consultation on Sidney’s Beacon Avenue continues this month, culminating in a public open house on Jan. 23 at the Mary Winspear Centre. Late last year, the Town of Sidney set in motion the public process to get feedback from the business community, residents and even visitors on their vision for Beacon Avenue. The issue of the route has been simmering for years, since it was in the mid-1990s, changed from a fully two-way street to a mixed two-way and one-way route. A three-block segment of Beacon was made one-way at the same time the downtown was revitalized under then-Mayor Don Amos. Since then, some business owners have lobbied local government to change it back, citing economic and safety reasons. One of the main voices in that lobby has been Denis Paquette, owner of the Sidney Waterfront Inn. Last year, he formed the Sidney Traffic (now Tourism) Improvement Group, or STIG. Paquette says the group has updated its website this month (www.sidneytraffic.ca). It outlines the group’s reasons for wanting the street changed, studies done on one-way versus two-way streets and the economic benefits involved. “Changing Beacon back to a two-way street has been our main goal,” he stated in the email to the News Review. He added STIG hopes to have a presence at the Jan. 23 open house. Randy Humble, Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Sidney says that meeting will be an information session and will present both sides of the Beacon debate. It’s open to business owners, residents and visitors, he said, adding Town staff and councillors are trying to be neutral parties and let the community decide the outcome. That neutrality might be hard to come by for the council, as some of its members have been outspoken against any change. PleAse see: Town seeks balanced approach, page 6
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Ready for a little magic? Lego Harry Potter and friends are on display at the Sidney Museum and Archives on Beacon Avenue. The museum’s annual Lego display, always a popular draw, is part of the 2014 Sidney Family Day festivities. See page three for more.
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Volunteers are the Hearts of the Community
Say thanks to local volunteers, nominate them for a Hearts of the Community award before January 30 SIDNEY — Community members are being asked to nominate can-
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ity Beacon Community Services as a ‘thank you’ to local volunteers, the awards go to individuals and groups for exemplary Peninsula volunteer work. Past volunteers are also eligible. Beacon Communtiy Services’ Board Chair Penny Thomsen noted a change to the 2014 award process. “Traditionally, Hearts nominations were for specific award categories,” she said. “But the Peninsula benefits from amazing volunteerism outside those categories, too. “So instead of looking at whether volunteer efforts fit a particular slot, we’ve opened this year’s nominations to all volunteers: individuals, groups or projects.” All nominees will be honoured at a Feb. 25 community luncheon and ceremony at the Mary Winspear Centre. Up to six awards will also be presented at the public event — including a $1,000 scholarship for an outstanding
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Helen Thomas won last year’s Service to Seniors Hearts of the Community award. youth volunteer. The scholarship is for exemplary volunteer service in a Peninsula school or community by a youth aged 14 to 19. Nomination forms are online at www. beaconcs.ca or available at the Peninsula News Review office, the SHOAL Activity Centre, any Beacon Peninsula thrift shop or Beacon’s
Sidney office at 9860 Third St. Free tickets for the Feb. 25 awards ceremony — which features live entertainment by Stelly’s Secondary School performers and a complimentary luncheon — will be available at the same locations in early February.
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The building blocks of Family Day Lego creations and the Sidney firefighters take centre stage in local museum display Steven Heywood News staff
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Glow as you Go is back
SIDNEY — The Town of Sidney started its second Glow as You Go campaign on Thursday, Jan. 9 along the Airport Flight Path walking trail. The program is a continuation of 2012’s handing out of free reflective arm bands to people who enjoy waling year-’round. The goal is to make the streets a little safer for both pedestrians and drivers. The reflective bands will be distributed at the Sidney Town Hall, District of North Saanich Municipal Hall, Town of Sidney Driver Services and MLA Gary Holman’s Office.
uilding on the success of last year’s first Family Day holiday in Sidney, organizers of events on the Feb. 8 to 10 weekend are blocking off some of the town’s special places for the colours of Lego. It all starts this month at the Sidney Museum and Archives on Beacon Avenue. As of Jan. 2, the museum has had on display their large collection of Lego creations. Throughout January and February, the museum will have its Star Wars, construction pieces, ships, cars and more on display. They also pay tribute to the Sidney Volunteer Fire Department with special cases of firefighter-themed Lego. The department is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and the Family Day weekend in Sidney will focus on that, with planned events in town. At the Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre on Feb. 8, there will be Lego displays and activities (regular rates apply). Over at the fire hall on Feb. 9, watch professional Lego builder Robin Sather build a giant fire truck. The next day, Sather will be at the Mary Winspear Centre and he invites the community to help him build a large Lego mural. All weekend, plan for a Lego treasure hunt and even more family-friendly activities. Watch the News Review for more details as Family Day approaches. Visit www.sidneyfamilyday.ca for more information. The Sidney Museum’s Lego display is on until the end of March.
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Lego pirates ply the sea-like glass of a display case at the Sidney Museum.
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Go Canada
NORTH SAANICH — The Victoria Flying Club is claiming the nation’s largest ‘Go Canada’ sign in advance of the 2014 Winter Olympics. They are chalenging other businesses to beat their sign, which appears in the large windows of their hangar. Watch the News Review for more. — News staff
Correction
The Peninsula Minor Hockey Midget A Eagles did not go undefeated en route to winning gold at a recent hockey tournament in Vancouver, as indicated in the Jan. 8 edition.
Star Wars Lego creations, such as a large R2D2, are the most popular displays, say museum staff. The huge Death Star, below, is also pretty amazing.
This year’s display pays tribute to the Sidney volunteer firefighters. Many of the models were collected and made by the local fire marshall.
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id you know that there are more than 500 active volunteers through Beacon Community Services alone? That’s the volume of people that go through Sidney’s SHOAL Centre, looking for organizations, events and activities where they can use their skills and experience to help others. Those 500 or more people are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to volunteering on the Saanich Peninsula. There are many more people in our community that give of their time freely and who may not register through BCS’s volunteer services. It adds up to a lot of folks who are working to help their neighbours and to make our home a better Why not help us place to live, work celebrate the spirit and play. So why not of volunteerism? help us celebrate the spirit of volunteerism in the community? The Peninsula News Review has teamed up with Beacon Community Services for the annual Hearts of the Community volunteer awards. Between now and Jan. 30, nominations are being accepted to recognize some of these volunteers. Up to six people will be honoured at a special awards luncheon at the Mary Winspear Centre on Feb. 25. To get us there, we need your nominations. Don’t put it off — if you know of a volunteer (individual or group) who run an event that you love, give of their time in some unsung manner or are always there when the chips are down, let us know. The Hearts of the Community awards are just one way of celebrating the extra efforts people make on the Saanich Peninsula. It’s part of a community-wide effort to recognize their contribution. The Town of Sidney held its appreciation luncheon at the start of the new year and in the weeks and months ahead in 2014, more organizations will spend a little time doing the same thing. It’s a small token of appreciation for all that volunteers do — and it’s the least we can do. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@peninsulanewsreview.com or fax 250-656-5526. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
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Larger municipalities, larger cost Amalgamation Yes? More like facts, no! When two-thirds of local government services have been proven to be best distributed through municipalities no larger than 20,000 people, it is hard to understand Amalgamation Yes’s logic in calling for larger municipalities. Behemoth governments result in increased service prices, less democracy and fewer consumer choices. On top of that, amalgamated governments also cost more than smaller systems because wages across the municipalities are raised to be the same as those in the bestpaid municipalities. There is also a need for more unelected managers to oversee the larger-scale operations. These expensive changes coveted by amalgamation supporters are at odds with the fact that Canadian municipalities already require a further $200 billion to fix an infrastructure deficit. I question whether Amalgamation Yes supporters have actually studied any evidence surrounding amalgamation of cities or are just relying on political push polls to trick citizens into believing this is an attractive option. After all, how could anyone make an informed decision when the group pushing amalgamation itself
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No leadership shown during Harper’s visit
Re: Resolve not to make resolutions (Our View, Dec. 24) Hopeful new year’s resolutions? Bah humbug! Without fail, at the beginning of a new year, we set ourselves up for failure by making resolutions. Perhaps one reason for the futility of such resolutions is they are expressed in such general terms as to be open to procrastination and ensuing personal disappointment at their non-accomplishment. Commendable intentions such as losing weight, spending more time with family, quitting smoking, etc. are familiar new year’s resolutions that are often broken, leaving behind a sense of misgiving and despondency. It’s been said that a new year’s resolution is something that “goes in one year and out the other.” But Oscar Wilde maybe said it best: “Good resolutions are simply cheques that men draw on a bank where they have no account.” E.W. Bopp Tsawwassen
I am disappointed that Prime Minister Stephen Harper arrived on Vancouver Island just for a fundraising photo-op. He didn’t have the courage to address the current concerns of the voting public, protesting just outside the front gates. It is frightening to think that a “leader” would sneak into a function through the back door. The speech by Harper was written by professional speech writers. The audience did not learn anything new, as questions were not permitted from the media. His presence was no more than a fundraising commercial, paid by the Canadian taxpayer. What has happened to Canadian leadership and accountability? Is it any surprise that youths do not turn out to vote? There is no voice! To show strong leadership, a prime minister must not be afraid to answer the tough questions. Art Bickerton Saanich
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Free ride for Camosun College students Edward Hill News staff
No crowding, no passups, free Wi-Fi and no cost. Could there be a sweeter bus ride for a starving student? It’s not going to dent B.C. Transit ridership or eliminate the need for parking lots, but Camosun College has launched a shuttle service for staff and students, running between the West Shore and the two Saanichbased campuses. At the Lansdowne campus on Tuesday, only two days into operation, half a dozen people waited patiently for the 4:06 p.m. Camosun Express 20-person coach, which offers a 50-minute ride to a drop near the Six Mile Pub. Laura Rechwan, 18, visual arts student who lives in Colwood, discovered the shuttle existed on Monday as it drove by. Being free of jam-packed transit rides, while often carting large canvases to campus, was an attractive option. “I almost screamed for joy,” she said. “The seats are so comfortable and its relaxing. Now I won’t have to take two buses and be passed up because they’re full all the time.” “I was so excited to find out about it,” added Doreen Provencher, assistant to Camosun’s dean of aboriginal education. “I live in View Royal so a ride to the Six Mile pub is perfect.” Camosun developed the
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Camosun College visual arts student Laura Rechwan is an early adopter of the free shuttle running between the two campuses and the West Shore. Camosun launched the bus on Monday, and is seeing interest by students and staff despite a low-key rollout. service based on surveys that indicated more than half the college staff and 34 per cent of faculty regularly travel between the Lansdowne and Interurban campuses, and a healthy
number of staff, faculty and students live on the West Shore. Camosun director of ancillary services Kathryn LeGros, who spearheaded the service, was relieved
Deflation in B.C. prices Canada-wide inflation was 0.9 per cent Tom Fletcher Black Press
B.C.’s consumer price index slipped into negative territory in November, partly due the repeal of the harmonized sales tax last spring. The price index in Vancouver was up slightly, but deflation in Victoria and other areas of the province produced a provincial average of -0.2 per cent for the month. Canada-wide, inflation was 0.9 per cent. The cost of restaurant food fell 4.4 per cent in November compared to the same month in 2012, Statistics
Canada reported. The provincial average cost of health and personal care, including services where sales tax was removed, went down 3.1 per cent. There were average price increases in food purchased from stores, up 1.1 per cent, clothing up 1.3 per cent, transportation up 0.7 per cent and alcohol and tobacco products, up 1.7 per cent. Average rent costs were up 1.0 per cent, but overall shelter cost was down 0.7 per cent, continuing a decline since mid-2012.
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to see people boarding the shuttle, despite limited publicity of the rollout. “It hasn’t had a lot of communication before classes started,” she said. “I’m happy the word is spread-
ing.” The shuttle starts its morning at 7 a.m. at City Centre Park in Langford, and makes stops at Six Mile Pub, Interurban campus and then Landowne.
It does a trip between the campuses midday and then returns to Langford in the evening. Camosun has an agreement for shuttle users to park at Six Mile Pub or Eagle Ridge Centre for free. The coach also fits up to four bikes. Camosun staff will monitor ridership and survey shuttle users to gauge its uptake. The project has about $50,000 to keep it running until March 31, but after that LeGros said it will need to find a way to become “self sustaining.” Whether that is by charging a fee or finding grant funding isn’t clear. Surveys indicate student and staff support the shuttle concept, but LeGros said they need see what happens when rubber hits the road. “The idea (of a shuttle) has been floated for a number of years, but we were able to access funds to see if people really want to use it,” she said. “We want to see if there is active uptake on this.” Rechwan is eager to see the shuttle service keep rolling past March, and is helping spread the word. “I texted it to all my friends who live on the West Shore” she said. “I hope it gets enough positive feedback to get funding.” Check out camosun. ca/about/transportation/ camosun-express.html for the schedule and location of stops for the Camosun Express. editor@saanichnews.com
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Poorly made U.S.A. funny money is popping up in Saanich after a number of people successfully passed counterfeit cash at local businesses. Saanich police spokesperson Steve Eassie described the $20 and $50 U.S. bills as “poor quality,” consisting of two pieces of far-too-thick paper being glued together to attempt to emulate transparent security features of the real currency. “They are obviously counterfeit,” Eassie said. Eassie warns that under poor lighting or without paying proper attention, store employees could be duped.
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Housing market upswing predicted VICTORIA — The B.C. housing market will see slow but steady growth over the next three years, according to a forecast by Central 1 Credit Union. The trade association for B.C. and Ontario credit unions predicts the number of sales will rise about seven per cent to 72,500 in 2014, and reach
84,000 by 2016. The median resale price is forecast to increase 1.5 per cent in 2014, 2.5 per cent in 2015 and three per cent in 2016. New home sales are expected to rebound by about 30 per cent in 2014, but remain at a low level of 15,500 units sold, said Central 1 economist Brian Yu. — Black Press
Town seeks balanced approach Continued from page 1
Only through pressure from the business owners has the council relented and started the public consultation. Since December, the Town has sent out letters to businesses and homes, asking for people’s input on the future of Beacon Avenue. There is also an online component, available at the Town’s website (www. sidney.ca). Humble said it is hoped those opinions will be added to the outcome of the Jan. 23 open house and made into a recommendation to
council some time in February. The open house, Humble said, will provide information about Beacon Avenue, traffic studies and how it fits into Sidney’s overall official community plan and other long-term documents. “We will try to present a balanced approach,” he said. After the meeting, Humble added the Town will continue to accept feedback in written form or online until the end of the first week of February. A staff report will be drafted and recommendations made to council.
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NORTH SAANICH — A 40-year-old man with alleged ties to the Red Scorpions gang on the Lower Mainland was arrested last week in North Saanich for drug possession. In November, police received information that the man was believed to be involved in the drug trade and had ties to the Vancouver-based gang. Officers with the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit Island District (CFSEUBC) launched an investigation. On Jan. 3 the man was identified travelling to Mission to meet with associates of the Red Scorpions. He caught a ferry back to Victoria that evening and was arrested by the RCMP Emergency Response Team as he exited the ferry. Approximately eightand-a-half ounces of cocaine, 30 grams of heroin and “an assortment of rock cocaine” were seized from his vehicle, according to a CFSEU-BC release. “A room at the Cherry Tree Motel in Saanich being used by the male was also searched and further evidence was located,” the release read. The man, currently a Lower Mainland resident, was released from custody on conditions. Possession charges have been forwarded to Crown and he is scheduled to appear in court some time in March. kslavin@saanich news.com
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Stay active in mind and body at SHOAL Centre Steven Heywood
people, get new ideas and are always trying new things. Hudson said the range and scope of activities is broken up into three groups: junior seniors (age 40 to 70), middle seniors (7085) and senior seniors (85-plus). In this way, the activities can be tailored to the needs and abilities of each group. That’s only the general outline, of course. Hudson said she sees people who might start to work on their mobility, for instance, and move from low-impact fitness to more intense activity later on. “As we become active agers, health becomes the number one priority,” Hudson said. And that health focus is not only looking at one’s physical wellbeing, but the social and mental health of the community. Creativity is also an important component of live at the SHOAL Activity Centre. There are arts, music and crafts on offer — as well as plenty of bridge.
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“It’s a pretty happening and vital place.” Anna Hudson isn’t overstating what goes on in Sidney’s SHOAL Activity Centre on Resthaven Drive. The activities and rental co-ordinator, Hudson is there to help deliver a variety of programs to the Centre’s approximately 700 members. Most of those are seniors but Hudson and acting director of SHOAL Glenys Cavers say they cater to the entire community. From club meetings and events to catered dinners and even weddings, the SHOAL Centre has plenty of space — and that space is regularly filled with artistic, cultural and active endeavours. Hudson said people don’t have to live in the SHOAL Centre’s 30 assisted living units (run by Beacon Community Services and funded through Island Health) or 50 attached condos to be members. In fact, the Activ-
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Table tennis is one of the more popular activities at Sidney’s SHOAL Activity Centre, as players meet three times a week for fun and friendship. ity Centre members come from throughout the Saanich Peninsula and even from Victoria. It costs only $46 a year to be a member and allows people to access a variety of things, from workshops to pottery classes. The Centre is also open to the general public —
one doesn’t have to be a member to take part. “We have a huge roster of drop-in activities,” Hudson said, “and we offer a variety of registered programs too.” Yoga, she said, and table tennis are pretty popular at the Centre these days. Cavers added the Minds in
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NEWS REVIEW
Welcome to the driver’s seat
Toyota has always been a logical purchase, based on reliability and durability but now its designs too are capturing buyers with a visual, desirable esthetic. Zack Spencer
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2014 Toyota Highlander: Prettier in form and function makes it more North CARMEL, CA: The Toyota American looking. Highlander is a perfect exI believe that this is the ample of the trend towards best-looking Highlander crossovers away from to date and import buytraditional SUVs. ers will take note and a Before its 2001 introducfew domestic intenders tion, the Toyota SUV of should too. choice was the 4Runner, A very good built off a pickup truck platfamily crossover that Inside The dash is form, providing ruggedness improved with will get the job done much and versatility. more soft-touch materiCrossovers now accomplish every day. als and a large 6.1-inch the same versatility in terms screen in the centre of Zack Spencer of seating, cargo and all the dash on the base LE wheel drive capability but or an 8.0-inch screen on do so with a better on-road drive, thanks all other models, makes operation easy. to a car-based platform. One problem is the angle of the screen The first Highlander was rather small, is hard to see if there is any sunshine, about the same size as a compact the glare a bit more than I had anticipatcrossover today. ed. Back up camera is standard. In 2008, its size was adjusted to make Below the screen and heat controls is a room for a standard third row of seats. tray-like shelf that runs from the middle Now the Highlander has grown again to the passenger side of the dash. This is and is packed with more standard a clever space to place your smartphone equipment and features. but also enable it to be plugged in.
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Looks Toyota has always been a logical purchase, based on reliability and durability but now its designs too are capturing buyers with a visual, desirable esthetic. The 2014 edition is 7.5cm longer (mostly in the rear seat and cargo area), 1.5cm wider and 3cm lower. The stance is wide and lower, making more of a visual impact. Combine this with a large grille borrowed from the Tundra pickup truck and the Highlander has a very rugged, yet polished, look that
The cup holder is large and the centre armrest has a massive storage area inside; this is thanks to the removal of the stowaway seat that used to hide under the centre armrest. Now in the second row of seats there are three permanent seats or two captain’s chairs in the top Limited model. The previous hideaway idea was simple but not so comfortable. The biggest change takes place in the third row of seats, where three people can sit rather than just two. In addition,
there is 100L of cargo space behind the third row of seats offering much better functionality. It has all the interior amenities that one expects in a modern three-row crossover, even a system that allows the driver’s voice to be amplified through the stereo for easier conversations with passengers in the very back, but there seems to be a lack of sophistication compared to its competition. Drive The previous Highlander was available with a 4-cylinder engine and front wheel drive (FWD). It’s with a standard 3.5L V6 with 270hp, matched to a 6-speed automatic transmission, also with FWD. The starting price stays at $31,680; factoring in the backup camera there is good value here. When it arrives later this month, the base LE with all wheel drive (AWD) starts at $34,180. I think most people will opt for the LE with convenience package that includes 8-way power driver’s seat, heated front seats, three-zone climate control, satellite radio and leather steering wheel to name a few. This brings the price up to $34,480 for the FWD and $36,980 for the AWD. On the road, the AWD system sends power to just the front wheels as often as possible with only 10 per cent of the torque shifting when cornering. The system has the ability to shift or lock up to 50 per cent of the power for better traction but limiting it to times
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when it is truly needed helps improve fuel economy. The other part of the fuel economy story is the all-new 6-speed automatic. The official fuel rating for the most popular AWD model is 11.5L/100km in the city and 8.2L on the highway, which is almost a full litre improvement in combined highway/city economy over the 2013 model. The rear suspension has been modified for a slightly more dynamic drive and improved ride. The steering is rather light and vague but the buyers of this type of product will appreciate the ease of use.
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Verdict The Highlander is a functional vehicle for young buyers with kids and friends that need to get to practice and carry all the sports equipment that goes with it. Overall, a very good family crossover that will get the job done every day.
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I wound the A6 up to 200 km/h for less than a minute and shortly after managed to hit 220 km/h, but that lasted all of 20 seconds.
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Keith Morgan
to hit 220 km/h, but that lasted all of 20 seconds. I managed to do 180 km/h for about three minutes before slowing to 140 for a sustained period of around 20 minutes. Europe is full and nowhere is that more evident than on the roads. I found 120 km/h was more easily achieved for most of the journey and seemed to be more typical a speed for most. From Munich city limits to Berlin it took me around 5 hours 30 minutes, which means I averaged about 105 km/h. That’s pretty good, but not the 200 km/h many think you can do. Generally, I agree that some of our freeways could stand a slight increase to the posted limit, especially in the rural areas where drivers would likely be able to maintain the top speed more easily than on the theoretically speed limitless autobahn. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca
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even 30 kilometres outside of the city, but it must be said that they move at a uniform speed of 100 km/h. To say there are no speed limits is inaccurate: I encountered city areas where the maximum was 120 km/h overnight between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. There are also restrictions on motorcycles, large trucks and cars towing trailers. What I find most interesting was the unwritten rule, which, while it can’t be enforced, if you disobey it and are involved in a collision, it may cost you. Say what? – The advisory speed limit under this “rule” is 130 km/h, referred to in German as the Richtgeschwindigkeit. Smash up at a higher speed and you could be found partially responsible due to “increased operating danger.” Within an hour, I was comfortable with the A6 and itching to let it go. It seemed to be tugging to the right at one point but that was near the car’s birthplace at Ingolstadt. On the other hand, it could have been a crosswind. You can only pass another car in the left lane. The right lane is for slower vehicles so you risk a ticket if you pass on the right at any speed. That threat didn’t seem to worry too many in the approaches to the various urban areas along the way. As the traffic thinned, I wound the A6 up to 200 km/h for less than a minute and shortly after I managed
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Much motoring mythology surrounds Germany’s speed limitless autobahns. Many readers who favour an increase in posted limits on our freeways point to the superbly engineered German highways as the example to follow. The latest round of praise follows the recent Insights West poll conducted for Black Press that found 37 per cent back increased limits on routes such as the Coquihalla Highway. And I don’t doubt B.C. Transportation Minister Todd Stone will hear the same in his review of highway speed limits during the eight regional public forums being held this month. I hate to be a party pooper but today’s autobahns really don’t live up to their past reputation. They are excellent to drive, but if you expect to cruise along at 250 km/h for the duration of a multi-hour journey you will be disappointed. In recent years, I’ve driven thousands of kilometres along high-speed freeways throughout Europe while attending launches for a variety of high-powered cars. One of the most memorable trips I drove was the 585 kilometres between Munich and Berlin, which I covered in an Audi A6, with a 2.8-litre V6 generating 207 horsepower under the hood. Just like Vancouver, Munich is a thriving city and there’s lots of congestion, even on the A9 autobahn. The queues continue
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2011 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT Q/CAB 4WD Stk #D15420
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2007 HYUNDAI
2006 CHRYSLER
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7,488
$
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10,888
1
13,488
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11,499
$
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Stk #T15423
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$
2012 HYUNDAI
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$
17,399
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2011 HONDA
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Stk #D15324
17,999
$
2008 BMW
Stk #P14813A
Stk #D15421
X3 3.0I
20,699
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
24,799
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2012 VOLKSWAGEN
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ROUTAN S
C250
Stk #D15334
24,888
Stk #D15518
$
21,888
$
Stk #D15392
$
20,898
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2010 NISSAN
2008 LEXUS
SENTRA SV
2007 FORD
16,888
22,998
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2013 NISSAN
MUSTANG GT CONVERTIBLE
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Stk #D15463
$
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$
Stk #D15666
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
$
WITH OVER 450 VEHICLES . . . YOU GET CREDIT AND THE VEHICLE YOU WANT
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C30 T5
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DTS
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VICTORIA NEWS
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2008 CADILLAC
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9,999
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R YEA
CHARGER SXT
11,399
1
VICTORIA NEWS
Voted
E HICL VE
2008 DODGE
GRAND CARAVAN SE
Stk #D15608
Best City
of the
CE
D
2007 DODGE
EQUINOX LT
Voted
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2005 CHEVROLET
$
CE
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24,999
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17,999
$
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2008 FORD RANGER SPORT E/C
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Stk #D15622A
17th
32,888 $29,299
$
D
Stk #D15175A
1
VICTORIA NEWS
Stk #X15687
Stk #T15682
2012
EXPLORER C/C
16th
Best City
of the
R YEA
2005 FORD
1
VICTORIA NEWS
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E HICL VE
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Best City
of the
CE
BUY A U SE TO
2011
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9,999
$
G5 CPE
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$
F150 FX4 S/CREW SB
Voted
R YEA
2008 PONTIAC
2002 FORD
CE
BUY A U TO SE
D
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2010
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$
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28,499 $29,888 $30,798
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2007 CHEVROLET
UPLANDER LS
Stk #D15437
D
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
Stk #D15631
2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 2008 FORD F350 LARIAT Stk #D15645 $ S/CREW $
2010 FORD EDGE SPORT
2012 FORD F150 (+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax) Stk #D15677 2012 FORD F250 2013 DODGE XLT S/CREW XLT CRC 4X4 LB 4WD RAM 1500 SLT C/C SB
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2011 FORD F150 S/CREW
2004 BUICK
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31,999
$
LA
16,998
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2008 DODGE RAM 1500 SPORT R/CAB $
2010 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT Q/C SB
BEST P
11,888
$
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LA
2007 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT 2011 Q/C SB CHEVROLET Stk #D15293 SILVERADO 1500 LS $
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9,999
$
2004 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT Q/C SB
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250-478-
2005 DODGE DAKOTA XLT
NEWS REVIEW
XTERRA 4
IS250
Stk #D15413
22,199
$
Stk #D15512A
24,888
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2013 JEEP
2010 AUDI
COMPASS SPORT
A4 2.0T QUA PREMIUM
Stk #D15434
22,888
$
Stk #D15481
27,999
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2004 MITSUBISHI
OUTLANDER LS Not exactly as shown
Stk #D15805
8,888
$
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OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
2005 CHRYSLER
300 C
Stk #T14829A
10,998
$
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2007 DODGE
2010 CHEVROLET
MALIBU LTZ
COMPASS SPORT
2012 JEEP
2009 NISSAN
Stk #T15685
Stk #T15397
Stk #D15409
Stk #D15691
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$
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www.galaxymotors.net
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$
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20,699
$
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2009 BMW
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XTERRA 4
22,888
$
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COLWOOD 250-478-7603 1772 Island Hwy.
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$
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DIVORCE? BANKRUPTCY? BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? NO PROBLEM, WE CAN HELP. GET APPROVED.
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Stk #D15432
23,999
$
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2011 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT Q/CAB 4WD Stk #D15420
26,999
$
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Stk #D15479
Stk #D15505
4,999
$
Your Island’s First Credit Choice • 12 Retail Lenders to Choose From
Stk #D15610
Stk #D15145A1
6,999
$
10,888
$
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2007 HYUNDAI
2006 CHRYSLER
ACCENT GLS Stk #T15114
7,488
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
10,888
1
13,488
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
11,499
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
Stk #T15423
15,288
$
2012 HYUNDAI
MAZDA6 I-SPORT SEDAN Stk #D15501
11,999
$
17,399
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2011 HONDA
CR-V EX-L
Stk #D15324
17,999
$
2008 BMW
Stk #P14813A
Stk #D15421
X3 3.0I
20,699
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
24,799
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2012 VOLKSWAGEN
2010 MERCEDES BENZ
ROUTAN S
C250
Stk #D15334
24,888
Stk #D15518
$
21,888
$
Stk #D15392
$
20,898
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
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2010 NISSAN
2008 LEXUS
SENTRA SV
2007 FORD
16,888
22,998
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
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2013 NISSAN
MUSTANG GT CONVERTIBLE
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
Stk #D15463
$
Stk #D15439
$
Stk #D15666
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
$
WITH OVER 450 VEHICLES . . . YOU GET CREDIT AND THE VEHICLE YOU WANT
SONATA
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2006 MAZDA
2013 JEEP
PATRIOT NORTH EDITION 4WD
C30 T5
FIT LX
Stk #F15444
Comprehensive Vehicle Inspections On All Our Vehicles
UNDER $34,000!
19th
2011 HONDA
JETTA
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2012 VOLVO
Stk #T15398
$
2007 VOLKSWAGEN
Stk #D14478B
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
DTS
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
VICTORIA NEWS
UNDER $21,000!
2008 CADILLAC
11,999
9,999
$
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UNDER $23,000!
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300 C HEMI
$
18th
Best City
of the
Stk #D15450
Stk #C15329A
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
R YEA
CHARGER SXT
11,399
1
VICTORIA NEWS
Voted
E HICL VE
2008 DODGE
GRAND CARAVAN SE
Stk #D15608
Best City
of the
CE
D
2007 DODGE
EQUINOX LT
Voted
BUY A U SE TO
2013
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
UNDER $17,000!
2005 CHEVROLET
$
CE
BUY A U SE TO
28,888
24,999
Stk #D15632
17,999
$
Stk #D15689
2002 FORD F150 FX4 S/CREW SB
2008 FORD RANGER SPORT E/C
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
USED CAR DEALER
4 TIME WINNER FOR BEST OF THE CITY!
UNDER $13,000!
28,888
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
R YEA
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
9,999
$
#1
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E HICL VE
Stk #D15622A
17th
32,888 $29,299
$
D
Stk #D15175A
1
VICTORIA NEWS
Stk #X15687
Stk #T15682
2012
EXPLORER C/C
16th
Best City
of the
R YEA
2005 FORD
1
VICTORIA NEWS
Voted
E HICL VE
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
Best City
of the
CE
BUY A U SE TO
2011
Stk #C15329A
9,999
$
G5 CPE
6,888
$
F150 FX4 S/CREW SB
Voted
R YEA
2008 PONTIAC
2002 FORD
CE
BUY A U TO SE
D
UNDER $11,000!
VANCOUVER ISLAND’S E HICL VE
5,888
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2010
Stk #P15127A
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
Stk #D15653
28,499 $29,888 $30,798
$
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2007 CHEVROLET
UPLANDER LS
Stk #D15437
D
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
Stk #D15631
2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 2008 FORD F350 LARIAT Stk #D15645 $ S/CREW $
2010 FORD EDGE SPORT
2012 FORD F150 (+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax) Stk #D15677 2012 FORD F250 2013 DODGE XLT S/CREW XLT CRC 4X4 LB 4WD RAM 1500 SLT C/C SB
2012 FORD F150 XL S/CREW LB
2011 FORD F150 S/CREW
2004 BUICK
CENTURY CUSTOM
31,999
$
LA
16,998
(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2008 DODGE RAM 1500 SPORT R/CAB $
2010 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT Q/C SB
BEST P
11,888
$
BEST P LA
Stk #D15210A
LA
2007 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT 2011 Q/C SB CHEVROLET Stk #D15293 SILVERADO 1500 LS $
FROM
BEST P
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PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL JANUARY 16, 2014.
RATES
LA
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2014 Infiniti QX70 puts safety above everything else The Infiniti QX70 may be a looker, but its range of safety equipment is its most attractive feature.
Looks Its distinctive Infiniti look should attract many buyers. The projector-style headlights flow with the body lines and the fog lights look like they actually belong, rather than appear as an afterthought, as is the case on some of its competitors. The side body lines almost give the appearance of waves moving up the vehicle. LED rear brake lights and a centre high
mounted stoplight sit atop the rear power lift-gate. Chrome accents around the windows give it a sense of elegance. The functional side vents on the rear of the front fenders give it a European sporty look and reduce front end tilt by five per cent.
Inside The cabin seems large at first, but after climbing in and getting comfortable you realize it’s not all that big. Access to the controls is easy, as they are well positioned. I like the navigation screen with 3D mapping and the
around view monitor that gives you a bird’s-eye view of the vehicle. An eight-way power driver’s seat with adjustable lumbar support, six-way power front passenger’s seat, 60/40 split folding rear seats that individually fold flat, make for comfort. The audio system is a Bose 11-speaker with two subwoofers, AM/FM/CD with MP3 playback capability and has a speed sensitive volume control. Colour monitors are built in to headrests so rear passengers can enjoy movies or play their favourite games.
There is an advanced climate control system that continuously cleans the cabin and automatically shuts off the outside air vents when exhaust fumes are detected. Safety The QX70 includes dual stage front airbags with seatbelt and occupant sensors, driverand front passenger-side impact supplement airbags, roof mounted curtain side impact airbags with rollover sensor for all row outboard occupant head protection. The intelligent brake assist system is a safety feature that contin-
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the brakes. There is also a lane departure warning and prevention system. Power: A 3.7-litre, 24-valve V6 engine with 325 horsepower and 248 ft-lbs of torque power this vehicle. The 7-speed automatic transmission is an electronic continuously variable (CVT) with manual shift capabilities, that features downshift rev matching technology.
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There’s excellent handling to this vehicle, steering was quick and responsive, and body roll was at a minimum. Even though the engine was more than
adequate providing plenty of power, the CVT transmission was continuing to make adjustments and I found at times sudden bursts of power followed by a hard up shift. That’s definitely not something I expected with this type of luxury.
Verdict
I was excited to drive this vehicle after reading some of the press releases, but was disappointed with the size of the interior space and the vehicle’s performance. The safety features of this vehicle are incredible and I think most people would feel very safe driving it. ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca
Drives-U-Crazy ... Signals It was a Christmas miracle. I pulled up behind a new sport-ute at a busy intersection just a second before the light changed green. And predictably, that’s when the driver put on his left turn signal. Then, to my absolute amazement, he did exactly what he was supposed to do after failing to signal at the appropriate time: he drove through the intersection and took the next left! There was a police car behind me so perhaps the errant driver feared a $121 ticket and two penalty points on his license. Not likely – it was truly a Christmas miracle. What drives-u-crazy? keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca 2014 impreza 2.0i Limited package (4-door) shown
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THE ARTS
Sculpture Walk choice award to be announced at Sidney Pier Hotel For the Love of Art gala and art show set for February 12 Steven Heywood News staff
There’s a big party being planned to honour the artists of Sidney’s Seaside Sculpture Walk next month. For the Love of Art — a gala and art show at the Sidney Pier Hotel is set for Feb. 12, celebrating the naming of the winner of the People’s Choice Award. The votes for that are still being taken online and in print form by the Town of Sidney. Administrative assistant and People’s Choice Award co-ordinator Paula Kully says they have received 150-plus nominations from the com-
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Pure Energy by Armando Barbon is one of the sculptures up for Sidney’s Seaside Sculpture Walk People’s Choice Award. You can vote for your favourite until Jan. 30 at www.sidney.ca. munity to date. People have until
Jan. 31 to choose their favourite sculpture on
the waterfront walkway. The winner will
have their work purchased by the Town and added to its permanent collection. Kully noted the town is looking for other sponsorships to create second and third place awards out of this event. The municipality, she continued, is working with the Community Arts Council of the Saanich Peninsula in putting on the gala in February — as well as working on having the Arts Council take on a larger role in the Sculpture Walk in future. Board member Rick Silas, who owns a glass art studio in town next to the Mary Winspear Centre, has been con-
Buddy Holly tribute at Winspear
COMING UP IN ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
SIDNEY — Next month Johnny Vallis is set to take the stage at the Mary Winspear Centre in his tribute to Buddy Holly. On Thursday, Feb. 6 Rock.It Boy Entertainment presents the tribute by Vallis who is known as the Man of Many Voices. Buddy Holly was arguably one of the most influential creative forces in early Rock and Roll. In his tribute to him, Vallis perfectly portrays both the look and the sound of the rock legend as he rolls out hits like That’ll Be The Day, Peggy Sue and
• From now until March 31 visit the Lego exhibit at the Sidney Museum. Featuring over 250 Lego models off all kinds, including those celebrating the Sidney Fire Department’s 100th anniversary. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Visit sidneymuseum.ca for more information. • Race weekend for the Island Radio Operated Car Club happens Jan. 10 to 12 at the Mary Winspear Centre. Visit marywinspear.ca for information. • From Jan. 18 to Feb. 1 celebrate Mardi Gras at the Sidney Pier Hotel. For information on events and to purchase tickets call 250-6559445 or visit sidneypier.com. • The Robbie Burns dinner featuring the Greater Victoria Police Pipe Band happens Jan. 25 at the Mary Winspear Centre. Call 250-6560275 or visit marywinspear.ca for more information and tickets. • Classic Albums Live performing Abbey Road happens Wednesday, Feb. 5 at the Charlie White Theatre. Tickets available through the Mary Winspear box office at 250-656-0275 or marywinspear.ca.
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Johnny Vallis performs a Buddy Holly tribute at the Winspear Centre Feb. 6. Maybe Baby. With the addition of an upright bass, drums and a second guitar Vallis creates the authentic experience, just like Holly and the boys, playing the vintage instruments with all the spirit of Rock and Roll.
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BOARD OF VARIANCE Member Appointment The Town is accepting applications from persons wishing to serve on the Board of Variance. The Board is an independent body that makes decisions on applications for minor development variances where compliance with regulations would cause undue hardship. There is one seat available on the Board for a three year term (2014-2016). Persons interested in being considered for the appointment must complete an application form and submit it to the Administration Department at administration@sidney.ca by 4:00pm on Friday, January 24, 2014. Application forms, and further information, can be obtained at Town Hall or on the Town’s website at www.sidney.ca. We appreciate all submissions, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Tickets for the show are available through the Mary Winspear box office at 250-656-0275 or online at www.marywinspear.ca. Doors are at 7 p.m. on Feb. 6 and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. — News staff
PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE HOSTED BY THE DEVELOPER A proposal to redevelop the lands to the North of The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa, 9891 Seaport Place, Sidney BC.
Details of the proposal include: - Zoning amendment to allow for residential use - Removal of the existing 9891 Seaport Pl. waterfront building - New extension of Beacon Park with extensive, waterfront public space - 30 new, competitively-priced condominiums - Commercial / retail space The purpose of the open house is to allow the applicant to present the proposal and solicit feedback from the community. Date: January 16th, 2014 Time: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Location: The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa, 9805 Seaport Place
tacting the sculptors whose work lines the waterfront walkway, inviting them to the event. He is vice-president of the Vancouver Island Sculpture Guild. “We have room for probably a half-dozen (sculptures) or other artwork,” Silas said. “It’s not hard getting a hold of the artists
and I’m sure many will come.” The gala will combine art and refreshments with a Valentine’s Day theme, considering the time of the year. People who wish to attend the gala on Feb. 12 must RSVP by Feb. 5 to rsvpsidneysculptureawards@gmail.com or call 250-656-7400.
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The Victoria Real Estate Board’s 2014 board of directors will help guide member realtors over the coming year. Mike Nugent (back row, left), Tony Wick, Kyle Kerr, presidentelect (for 2015) Guy Crozier, Marijane Smith, Ara Balabanian (front left), pastpresident Shelley Mann, president Tim Ayres and Wendy Moreton, are all practising realtors who volunteer on the executive.
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Big closets – As well as other storage spaces, this is a must-have A great kitchen – Also important to men; people like to hang out where the food is Socializing space – Such as kitchen island or counter, or a comfortable den Low maintenance – Paint jobs and regular yardwork are OK. Past that? Not so much. – Courtesy MSN Real Estate
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With a new executive in place and a new president at the helm, the Victoria Real Estate Board and its members are hoping for stable seas on the market. The captain of the board’s ship for 2014, president Tim Ayres, is “fairly optimistic” about the path ahead. “The last half to two-thirds of 2013 were a lot better than 2012,” he says of regional home sales figures that showed significant increase over the year before. December, normally a quiet time of year for real estate transactions, saw a 25-per-cent increase in sales over the same month in 2012. The bump helped overall sales for 2013 grow by four per cent from 2012. “One of the phrases that’s being tossed around right now is ‘managed expectations,’ for both sides,” Ayres says. “Buyers can’t expect to go in getting a rock-bottom price and sellers can’t expect to get top dollar. It’s really a normalizing of the market. People are meeting in the middle and deals are getting done.” For people whose knowl-
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edge of the Victoria Real Estate Board is limited to the fact that it publishes sales figures and home price “averages” monthly, it serves a greater function behind the scenes. As an organization, the board works to ensure its member realtors are kept up to date on changing government regulations, offers education on topics that can affect home and property sales – a brown bag lunch workshop on oil tanks was recently held – and passes along pertinent information from the provincial and national real estate associations.
A conference last fall introducing the new real estate valuation, Home Price Index or HPI attracted hundreds of realtors anxious to see how it would better reflect trends in the housing market and help them more effectively work with clients. The HPI system’s “benchmark,” or typical home price figure replaced the average or median home price figures long used as a measurement of the market or economic activity in general. While the VREB is geared more to service and educate realtors and real estate companies, Shelley Mann, pastpresident of the board, says
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board activities indirectly “flow out to the public” by helping ensure Greater Victoria home buyers and sellers work with agents who are as professional and knowledgeable as possible. One board initiative was the renaming of its business practices committee to professional standards, she says. “We’re trying to show the public that we’re professional and being accountable,” she says. “They’re putting their trust in someone and they want to make sure that person knows what they’re talking about.”
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Realtors must complete a certain number of courses every two years to maintain their licence, but most in the Capital Region take more than the minimum required, Mann says. Board staff – there are close to 20 at the local office – also work to keep the Multiple Listings Service (MLS) as up-to-date as possible with the newest technology. “Any way we can improve our system to help our members, it’s going to be better for the general public,” Mann says. Find more information at vreb.org. ddescoteau@vicnews.com
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Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheri Crause, 250-592-4422
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Sunday 2-4 Brown Brothers Real Estate Robert Young 250 385-6900
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Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Gabriella Pakos, 250 213-1323
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Sunday 11-1 Re/Max Camosun Patrick Skillings, 250-370-7788
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Saturday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast Bill MacDonald 250 479-3333
1105-1630 Quadra St, $185,900
Sunday 12-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Anna Bjelde, 250-592-4422
1616 Pembroke, $569,900 Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Alliance Karen Love, 250-386-8875
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Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Shelly Reed, 250-213-7444
Sunday 2-4 Macdonald Realty Ltd. Sandra Kamper, 250-514-1224
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Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Roland Stillings, 250-744-3301
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Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheri Crause, 250-592-4422
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Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Eileen Jespersen, 250-686-4820
1504A Glentana Rd, $345,000
Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Doug Poruchny, 250-474-4800
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Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Eileen Jespersen, 250-686-4820
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Saturday 11-12:30 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Paul Holland, 250-592-4422
948 Garthland, $1,499,800 Sunday 2-4 JONESco Real Estate Inc. Marilyn Ball, 250-655-7653
SAANICH EAST 301-1561 Stockton, $209,900
Sunday 1-3 Newport Realty Marie Blender, 250-385-2033
4009 Cedar Hill Rd, $529,900
Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast James Gardiner (250) 507-4333
2604 Sinclair Rd, $787,700 Saturday 1-3 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736
3-3274 Rutledge, $309,900 Sunday 2-4 Cathy Duncan & Associates 250-658-0967
982 Mckenzie Ave, $299,900
Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty James Liu, 250 477-5353
101-1196 Clovelly Terr, $375,000
Saturday 1-2 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Mark McDougall, 250-588-8588
319-1870 McKenzie, $183,000
Saturday & Sunday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Allen Tepper, 250-686-6325
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2309 Muriel Pl, $437,000
Saturday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921
10324 Bowerbank, $439,000
110-10461 Resthaven
4-9925 Third, $699,000
Saturday 3-4 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911
8-8025 East Saanich, $525,000
Sunday 1-4 Saanich Peninsula Properties John Romashenko 250 588-9246
Saturday 1-2 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911
9776 Fourth St.
Tuesday-Saturday 1-3 Gordon Hulme Realty Don King 250-516-1202
102-9945 Fifth, $248,500
113-37 Skogstad Way, $327,000
822 Cuaulta Cres, $778,900
314-1145 Sikorsky Rd, $269,900
3310 Ocean Blvd, $875,000
Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Doug Poruchny, 250-474-4800
Saturday 1-3 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736
1717 Falcon Hts, $549,900
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Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448
Saturday 2-3:30 RE/MAX Camosun Don Burnham, 250-516-1510
3377 Vision Way, $349,900 Saturday & Sunday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-590-3921
46-7583 Central Saanich, $119,000
Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty May Hamilton, 250-477-5353
9820 Seaport, $499,500+
Saturday 1-2 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911
DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-889-4445
10935 Marti, $1,099,995
Thursday thru Monday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250 744-3301
Saturday 3-4 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911 Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911
8880 Park Pacific Terr, $1,245,000
Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608
Sunday 1:30-3:30 Address Realty Ltd. Shaughna Boggs-Wright, 250391-1893
1698 Texada, $1,030,000
13-4540 West Saanich Rd, $359,900
10500 McDonald Park, $585,000
Saturday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003
Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty May Hamilton, 250-477-5353
Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jenn Raappana, 250-590-3921
Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Nicole Burgess, 250 384-8124
2944 Dornier Rd. 10239 Cleveland, $559,000 Daily 12-4
Sunday 2-4 JONESco Real Estate Inc. Marilyn Ball, 250-655-7653
WEST SHORE 304-2732 Matson Rd, $229,900
Wednesday-Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Neil Docherty, 250-478-9600
3336B Wishart Rd
Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Joanne Brodersen, 250-477-7291
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Saturday & Sunday 12-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-889-4445
26-2771 Spencer Rd, $249,900
Sunday 2-4 Fair Realty Diana Winger, 250-370-7788
76-2500 Florence Lake
Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Eileen Jespersen, 250-686-4820
Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. May Chamberland, 250-384-8124
2913 Trestle Pl, $364,900 Sunday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003
870 Hackamore, $1,399,900 Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Gabriella Pakos 250 384-8124
37-2520 Florence Lake Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Eileen Jespersen, 250-686-4820
SOOKE 2471 Driftwood Dr, $369,900 Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Cheryl Ashby, 250-478-9141
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on’t be surprised by worldly goods, or perhaps a pet visible when you head into the Belfry Theatre to see Home Is A Beautiful Word. Theatre staff plan to protect possessions of homeless folk taking in the show. It’s an effort to maintain the “slice of humanity” the play-slashdocumentary presents. Commissioned by the Belfry, Home is a verbatim play exploring the homelessness situation through the words – including the “ers,” “ums” and “ahs” – as documented and created by playwright and journalist Joel Bernbaum. He interviewed more than 500 people and used those transcripts from Grade 4 students to businessmen and the homeless themselves, for Home Is A Beautiful Word. Like many in the region, the issue settled in the back of the Belfry’s artistic director, Michael Shamata’s mind. For years he anticipated featuring it somehow; a verbatim piece seemed ideal. “I wanted to somehow address this issue. … Everyone in this city has an opinion about it,” said Shamata, the director of Home. “(Verbatim) allows for a kaleidoscope view of a lot of voices.” A graduate of Carleton University’s School of Journalism, Bernbaum eventually went door-todoor in neighbourhoods throughout the region. “It’s about the community and how we’re all wrestling with (homelessness),” Shamata said. “It’s a part of our lives. It’s just people grappling with trying to understand … it feels like a slice of humanity.” The tales of the homeless, and those who
ponder their reaction to that population of our city, promise to be poignant but humorous at times, as well. “Their stories are remarkable,” Shamata said. Home Is A Beautiful Word stars Yoshié Bancroft, Kelt Eccleston, Kayvon Kelly, actor/ playwright Kevin Loring (who wrote Where The Blood Mixes, a huge hit during the Belfry’s 200910 season) and Tracey Moore. Moore, who has a home not far from the Fernwood theatre but doesn’t often work in Victoria, feels those voices pull her through the performance. “I just go and let the person talk, and get out of the way of the person. The text unfolds, because it’s a real person. As an actor you come with your craft, with this you’re not using that.” She prepared for her role, disseminating the sentiments of residents with a night at a shelter and immersion in the street community. It created a sense of responsibility. “It is immensely important to this piece and I feel a responsibility to present this accurately doing it justice. These people are real.” She’s also thrilled at the option of providing tickets for those likely unable to afford the theatre. Belfry will distribute 20 complimentary tickets for each performance throughout the run and there will be 50 pay-what-you-can tickets for each performance, available at the door. Agencies and organizations that deal directly with homelessness can get a 20 per cent discount on single tickets and larger groups qualify for larger discounts. Single tickets for the show are $25, and can be booked by calling 250-385-6815 or visiting belfry.bc.ca
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December 13, 1921-October 22, 2013 Lucy (Lucia) Cain of Sidney B.C. passed away on October 22, 2013 in her 92nd year. Born Lucy Corcelli on December 13, 1921 in Toronto, Ontario, she grew up with a fondness for music and a natural singing talent. During World War II Lucy inspected precision optics manufactured for the war effort, singing in her off-hours at popular clubs in Toronto and around Ontario under the stage name ‘Gene Corday’. After the war she continued to perform and record as the featured vocalist with well known orchestras of the day. Lucy ventured out west to Red Deer, Alberta in the early 1950s with her husband Gordon and baby daughter. After adding two boys to the family, they moved to Edmonton. Through the 1960s and 1970s, Lucy balanced raising her family with managing the office for Gordon’s electrical contracting business. Lucy and Gordon retired to Palm Springs in winter and to the cottage they built together at Alberta’s Wabamun Lake in summer. Later they moved to Nanaimo, B.C., where they enjoyed lawn bowling, long nature walks and their beautiful views of the harbour and Mt. Benson. Lucy joined the Bowen Senior Songsters and rediscovered her talent as a soloist. After Gordon’s passing in 2003, Lucy continued to enjoy life in Nanaimo for a time and then moved to Sidney, B.C. to be closer to her daughter. Lucy’s gentle, loving and independent spirit will be cherished always by her daughter Laurie; son Stephen and daughter-in-law Dawn; son Michael and daughter-in-law Janice, and grandchildren Elizabeth, Spencer, Vanessa and Allison. Predeceased by her brother Joseph and sister Anne, she is survived by her brother Nicholas and sister Jeanne.
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WILLIAMSON Agnes (Nancy) Burns July 8, 1923 - December 30, 2013 Passed away peacefully in Vancouver with family at her side. Born in Glasgow, Scotland. Predeceased by her husband Andrew. Survived by brother Lawrence Mackie of Prestbury, England; daughter Irene of Vancouver; and son Drew of Toronto. Flowers gratefully declined. Please consider a donation to a charity of choice in Nancy’s name. There will be a memorial service on Friday, January 10th at 2 pm, at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Dr., Saanich, BC.
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COMMUNITY Inclusion Contractor with Becon Support Services. The Community Inclusion contractor will support young adults living with developmental disabilities to develop skills needed to be active in the community with the greatest amount of independence possible. Required Qualifications - Min grade 12, plus experience supporting people with developmental disabilities in a broad range of community activities. Valid BC DL class 5and first aid and acceptable criminal record check. Successful candidates will have knowledge of community resources, goal planning and implementation, ability to manage time effectively, and the ability to work independently. They will have the ability to be flexible and creative in order to meet the varied needs of the people they are supporting. “Our philosophy is to provide our individuals with loving homes and to facilitate connections to their peers and their community. Join our team and help our individuals reach their fullest potential!” Please apply with your resume and cover letter to cpaquin@beconsuppor t.ca, jfaithfull@beconsupport.ca, or by fax 250-721-2571
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MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT Join a profession that supports and cares for our community. Medical and dental office clerks and transcriptionists are always in high demand. In addition to basic administrative and bookkeeping skills, you will also learn standard medical terminology. Career Opportunities: Medical Office Assistant O Dental Office Assistant Medical Transcriptionist MSP Billing Clerk O Ward Secretary Pharmaceutical Firms O Medical Supply Firms Medical Clerical in Research & Care Agencies
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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. Reduced price, $460,000. Call 250-477-4600. SIDNEY- 2444 Amherst Ave. 1300 sq.ft. updated character home looking for a family w/2 children and a dog. Fenced south facing corner lot near the Salish Sea. Walk to town and schools. Organic gardens & fruit trees, fireplace, hot tub, 6 appls. Free TV forever.... New price$484,000. (250)656-6136.
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LADY PAINTER Serving the Peninsula for over 20 yrs. Interior/exterior. Call Bernice, 250-655-1127. NORM’S PAINTINGWhy wait to Spring? Reasonable, Reliable. Ref’s. Over 25 yrs experience. 250-478-0347.
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Jamie Benn named Top road racers take on Pioneer 8K to Olympic team Steven Heywood News staff
VICTORIA — Jamie Benn, a former Victoria Grizzlies forward and homegrown star on the Peninsula Panthers Junior B squad, was on the 25-player roster announced by Hockey Canada today to represent our country at the 2014 Sochi Olympics, starting next month in Russia. Benn, a 24-year-old fifth-year forward with the Dallas Stars, is one of five B.C.-born players on the team. The native of Central Saanich and grad of Stelly’s Secondary joins goaltender Carey Price of Anahim Lake (Montreal Canadiens) and defencemen Dan Hamhuis of Smithers (Vancouver Canucks), Duncan Keith of Penticton (Chicago Black Hawks) and Shea Weber of
On Sunday, a top field of runners from Vancouver Island and the mainland will take part in the 35th running of the Pioneer 8K road race at the Saanich Fairgrounds. The Prairie Inn Harriers running club has been hosting the race since the club itself was formed in 1978, says race director Kathleen Birney. She said they are expecting some pretty fast people on Sunday. “This year, the race is also the provincial 8K road race championship,” Birney said. Last year’s men’s race winner Geoff Martinson will be back. For the Pioneer 8K, he’s aiming for a sub-24 minute run, which he did in 2013 with a 23:49 race. “I should be (running) in a few again this year, and out cheering everyone on. These races are great events to be part of,” Martinson said, noting he’ll be racing in a variety of events this year. Martinson will be joined at the starting line by other top races like Rob Watson of Vancouver and Kevin Friesen of Coquitlam. On the women’s side, Birney said Natasha Wodak of Vancouver will be back to defend her record-setting race last year. She finished the eight kilometre route in
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Jamie Benn of the Dallas Stars who grew up in Central Saanich was named to play for the 2014 Canadian Olympic men’s hockey team. Sicamous (Nashville Predators) on the team. The Games take place Feb. 7 to 23 in Sochi. — News staff
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Racers in last year’s Pioneer 8K road race take off from the start line. This year’s race takes place Sunday at 11 a.m. a time of 25:38, breaking a course record held for more than 20 years. She faced competition from runners Dayne Pidhoresky (Windsor, Ont.) and Erin Barrett (Nanaimo). Sidney’s Lucy Smith will also be in the mix. Birney said the womens’ race is going to be the one to watch. The Pioneer 8K, said Birney, is the kick off race for two different series: the Frontrunners Island Race Series and the Timex B.C. Road Racing Series. And while the event will attract some speedy runners,
Birney said it’s an event open to club runners and people who just like to race. She noted, however, it is a road race and not meant for people with strollers, or who like to walk. “It’s such a great event,” Birney said. “On Sunday, runners like me can race alongside a B.C. champion — at least for a while.” The Pioneer 8K starts from the Saanich Fairgrounds in Central Saanich at 11 a.m. — with files from Edward Hill/Saanich News
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Nature’s Path Eco Pac Cereal Assorted, 650–907g Regular Retail: $8.99–$10.49 Each
Astro Yogurt Selected 650–750g Regular Retail: $4.29 Each
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