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North Saanich consultant wants more Council to consider paying more for a report they voted to shelve Steven Heywood News staff

North Saanich council will consider paying a consultant nearly double the original price for work on their housing strategy and at the same time essentially shelved the consultant’s report until further notice. A majority of councillors voted Feb. 3 to ratify an earlier decision to consider paying Ed Grifone of CTQ Consltants Ltd. an estimated $68,595 for the District’s housing strategy implementation plan. That’s $29,595 more than an earlier agreed-upon price of $39,000 — and well above the original contract of only $19,000 set in late 2012. Council had agreed on the jump from $19,000 to $39,000 following Grifone’s first meeting in early 2013 with staff and council and the realization the project would be more involved than initially thought. Grifone, in a Dec. 13 letter to council, said the complexity of the assignment pushed his costs to more than $68,000. Council has decided to consider this increase as long as Grifone supplies an itemized and detailed account of additional services over and above the original terms of reference. Council Ed Grifone also voted to only do so if Grifone turns over his raw data from the housing plan. This was approved Feb. 3 in a 4-3 vote. Council has also asked Grifone to return to give a presentation to council on either Feb. 24 or April 14, and pay him an hourly rate of $170, plus expenses. The consultant had been to council to speak to his work in August, 2013 but that meeting was cut short when Councillors Dunstan Browne and Conny McBride walked out in protest of questions levelled at Grifone from Mayor Alice Finall, Coun. Elsie McMurphy and various citizens. “It was very unfortunate that your meeting of Aug. 19, 2013 ended so abruptly when I was prepared to address all matters related to the project,” Grifone stated in his Dec. 13 letter. Steven Heywood/News staff

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Peninsula News in brief Correction

The Feb. 7 story on Seaport Place in Sidney contained an error on building height. Land use restrictions there allow for only two-story buildings, not three, as was reported. The Town’s rezoning process will only address the issue of residential use on the property. Mayor Larry Cross says he would not support changing the height limit at this site and comments attributed to him to the opposite were incorrect. The News Review apologizes for the error. — Editor

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CENTRAL SAANICH — Council has asked its staff draft an application for Regional Gas Tax funding to go towards the Wallace Drive Bike Lanes project.

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SIDNEY — New plans for a toll booth at the Anacortes Ferry terminal have surfaced. Last year, a new building was proposed. Some residents, however, opposed the original design as well as its overall height. Council plans to discuss the new designs soon.

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Mark Smith climbs aboard a boat that had washed ashore overnight in heavy winds in Tsehum Harbour near Sidney. Smith, a diver, will try to salvage the two boats that ended up on the beach.

Boats break free in winter storm Vessels wash up on the beach in Tsehum Harbour Steven Heywood News staff

Boats were torn from their moorings in Tsehum Harbour during high winds recently and washed up on shore, starting the challenge of getting them back in the water. Overnight Tuesday, Feb. 4, a storm blew up in the harbour and two vessels were sent onto the beach in front of Sidney waterfront residents. Accompanying them was a large amount of debris from another three vessels that sank.

Janet Rooke, harbour master at the Tsehum Harbour Authority, says at least one derelict sailboat had sunk in the first winter storm back in November and is still out there. The two sailboats on the beach, she continued, have been there at least once before. “Two months ago, the smaller one broke free and washed up in almost the same place,” she said. The boat was dug out and towed back into the harbour to a new mooring. The owner was notified. The larger of the two has

also broken loose in the past, Rooke said, but she does not know who owns it. Despite that, she said it was returned to a mooring prior to the most recent storm. Rooke said it’s up to the boat owners to arrange to have them towed off of the beach. In the event an owner cannot be found, she said people like herself and her husband spend their own time getting the vessels upright again. Another of those people is Mark Smith, who was checking the beached vessels on Thursday, Feb. 6. He says

he’s a diver and has salvaged boats in the harbour. He said he lives aboard one of the sailboats moored in Tsehum Harbour and had to be rescued by the Coast Guard Tuesday night during the high winds. He said he is none the worse for wear, but expressed dismay at the sinking of a couple of the vessels. “This one here, she’s a pretty good boat, it’s too bad she’s on her side,” Smith said of the larger of the two on the beach. “There’s no numbers on her at all anywhere.” Smith said he plans to get

Eleven people hospitalized in house fire Up to 16 people in the house at the time Steven Heywood News staff

Eleven people were taken to hospital after an early morning fire erupted in a house on the Pauquachin First Nation in North Saanich. Police were called to the home at around 2:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5, says Cpl. Erin Fraser of the Sidney

North Saanich RCMP. One man suffered serious burns and smoke inhalation, she said, and is expected to remain in hospital at least overnight. She reported later Thursday afternoon that the man, in his 20s, is in serious condition with burns to his back. The other 10 people taken to hos-

pital were expected to be released later today after treatment for smoke inhalation. There were 15 or 16 people in the house at the time, Fraser said, adding police have been interviewing witnesses and the occupants to get further information about what happened and how many people were inside. Fraser said investigators from the RCMP and North Saanich Fire Depart-

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“We cannot begin to understand the politics of your community. However, we are professionals and we have no reservations about returning to North Saanich to explain our findings…” Some residents are blaming the council for not hearing out Grifone when he was in the community and are now faced with even more costs association to this project. “CTQ did come to address council and councillors walked out,” said Lorrene Soellner, a resident and outspoken critic of the council majority. “No debate was even allowed then.” Coun. Ted Daly noted during the debate that if he was Mr. Grifone, he wouldn’t come back to North Saanich.

Consultant’s report approved, but shelved

North Saanich’s council majority seems to think it got what it wanted out of the CTQ Consultants report on housing in the district for now and have voted to take no further action on it. On Feb. 3, Coun. Dunstan Browne amended a motion to approve the report in principle subject to changes council may wish to make — adding that staff is not required to take any further action. Mayor Alice Finall and Coun. Elsie McMurphy called the motion irrational and beyond understanding. “I am against this,” said McMurphy. “There has been no wide consultation on (the report) in the community. And council has already adopted some things contrary to what’s in the report.” She also wondered about council stating it can change the consultant’s work. “I’m worried council would adopt this without consultation or a clear understanding of the issues within it,” added Finall, repeating her call for an affordable housing strategy and even a full Dunstan Browne review of North Saanich’s official community plan in the wake of the consultant’s findings. North Saanich chief administrative officer Rob Buchan said council already accepted the consultant’s report in the fall of 2013 and at the same time, accepted two recommended areas for housing growth — the McTavish Road area and land along McDonald Park Road. Buchan said council at that time directed staff to proceed with developing policy on those areas. “What we don’t know,” he continued, “is what council wants staff to do with (the rest) of the report.” “What this means,” Browne said, “is we’ll tell (staff) what to do. Right now, there’s nothing more to do.” The motion passed, 4-3.

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Mayor says there are no plans to poll citizens in November Steven Heywood News staff

Sidney’s mayor doesn’t expect his town to consider amalgamating with its Greater Victoria neighbours any time soon. Amalgamation Yes, of the Capital Region Municipal Amalgamation Society, recently presented their case to council. They are seeking a non-binding municipal amalgamation referendum question during the next local elections in November. The society sees amalgamation as one way to reduce costs to taxpayers in a variety of service areas and are asking that the advantages and disadvantages of the idea be debated publicly. Mayor Larry Cross says he

to the RCMP. and his Saanich Pen“Our policing insula counterparts agreement is shared heard from Amalgawith the District of mation Yes at last North Saanich,” he year’s tri-municipal explained, “and that meeting, where represents a saveach community ings.” agreed to hear from Cross added resithe society in turn. dents currently Cross said Sidney’s save around 30 per council has not forcent on their policmally discussed Larry Cross ing costs due to the amalgamation. size of the commu“I have doubts there’s much benefit for Sid- nity served by the RCMP. In an amalgamated municipality ney,” he said. While Amalgamation Yes — which would have a larger states the combining of ser- population — Cross said that vices such as fire, police and savings would be lost. Cross said amalgamation more could mean an overall savings for taxpayers, Cross could lead to costs elsewhere. said Sidney is doing a lot of While he agrees there would that already, from service- need to be research done into sharing with their neighbours what amalgamation would

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actually mean for taxpayers, Cross said it’s unlikely to gain traction in Sidney. “I just don’t think there’s much of an issue here,” he said. “I’ve not heard from anyone on (amalgamation) so far.” As a result, he said council has taken a slow approach to any amalgamation discussions. He said he doesn’t want to dissuade citizens from the issue, but added “people really need to think about it carefully.” According to amalgamationyes.ca, the City of Victoria has agreed to add the nonbinding question on amalgamation in the November, 2014 municipal election. editor@peninsula newsreview.com

Market okayed for Pioneer Park Devon MacKenzie News staff

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Winter’s blast mild to some A classic winter e-blast from Vancouver Island to friends or relatives east of us features a golfer in shorts under sunny skies. That was true for January, as we had a little less rain and slightly warmer than usual temperatures. Then came February. Tourists posed for photos in front of the ice-caked fountain on the front lawn of the Weather warms provincial legislature building. People dug quickly here around in forgotten on the Island corners of the closet for a parka to cover the -7 C (plus wind chill) daytime lows. That’s still positively balmy for winter in most of Canada. Yes, we live here because of the mild — as opposed to wild — climate, but we really can’t complain. In relation to the wildly low temps hitting our Prairies and East Coast counterparts, this is still the warm land. A ski hill in Calgary closed one day last week because it was too cold. Temperatures there ranged from -21 C to -26 C with the wind chill. Once things warmed up Thursday, they were as cold as we were at the chilliest point of our week of winter. In central B.C. east to Manitoba, a freeze set in that featured average norms of -20 C or colder when normal temperatures range from -1 C to -6 C. Folks who shifted here from the northern part of the province, or elsewhere in Canada, scoff as we don that never-needed, too-warm sweater or mitts and toques. This isn’t real winter to them. Yes cold records were broken on the south coast. But while we may find it uncomfortable, we’re among the luckiest in the nation. A dip to -10 C (with the wind chill) is what we call a deep-freeze winter … and we are, after all, still in mid-winter. Clear and cold, as opposed to wet and warm is the way of winter. Besides, a certain contingent of Greater Victorians will complain about the weather no matter what. But don’t worry, these stretches generally only last a week or so, then folks can go back to complaining about the rain. 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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“By Health Canada’s own estimate, the cost will increase from $5 per gram to $8.80 per gram – going up by nearly 400 per cent,” its website warns. Apparently smoking lots of weed really is bad for your math skills. Dana Larsen, who spearheaded the failed decriminalization petition last year, heads up the serious-looking Medical Cannabis Dispensary. It has done so well at its location on East Hastings Street that it’s got a branch office on Vancouver’s west side. Its official-looking forms have a long list of conditions where only a confirmation of diagnosis is required. In addition to genuine conditions such as side effects of chemotherapy, it includes anxiety, psoriasis, spinal cord injury and even “substance addictions/ withdrawal.” And did you know you can get a vet’s note to buy medical pot for your pet? Larsen has boasted about the exotic offerings of his stores, including “watermelon hash oil” at $150 for 2.5 grams. Wow man, that’s like 400 million per cent higher! Fittingly, this farce goes back underground on April Fool’s Day. Medical users can only order shipments from an approved commercial producer. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Marijuana facility a burden to the taxpayers

believe that marijuana growth in North Saanich should be prohibited. This type of operation is not appropriate in a residential area for many reasons. North Saanich council has not considered the experience

of other municipalities and appears to be rushing their decision before the release of federal guidelines. I believe property values will decline, the facilities produce obnoxious odours that prevent neighbours from going outdoors, that these same facili-

ties need to have security strictly enforced and that it raises the potential for crime and therefore the need for additional policing in these areas. This will, I am sure, subsequently prove to be yet another burden to the taxpayers.

I am outraged that North Saanich council would consider allowing these businesses to utilize our precious Agricultural Land Reserve. This land is desperately needed for the growth of food for the Island. It is beyond comprehension

that business enterprises should be allowed to utilize this land and have reduced taxes. Surely such enterprises belong in an industrial area along with all the other businesses. N. Masson North Saanich

Readers respond: Medical marijuana production in North Saanich; opinions rejected Your editorial (Feb. 7, PNR) suggests problems associated with grow-ops only apply to illegal ones but that is not true. My friend lives near a small registered grow-op in North Saanich and says the odour is extremely unpleasant. Since the ALC has indicated that marijuana production is an approved use for ALR land, any neighbours adversely affected by odour will likely run up against the Right to Farm Act. Even legal grow-ops are attractants to the criminal element. Otherwise, why would they have barbed-wire fences, ground sensors, security guards and guard dogs — as in the case of one registered grow-op in Abbotsford? And why would the government require this crop be

grown in secure closed buildings, when it can easily be grown in the field? However one feels about the use of marijuana, medicinally or recreationally, the issue of whether to prohibit grow-ops in North Saanich is really about land-use. At a time when our food supply is threatened by drought, development pressure, climate change and other issues, is this how we want to use our fertile agricultural land? An industrial area or land with very questionable food-producing potential would be a more appropriate location. And while some believe this crop may provide farmers with a viable income, the reality is that most farmers don’t want to grow it and our Agricultural Advisory Commission recommended it not be allowed on agricultural

land. I applaud Mayor Finall and Councillors McMurphy, Stock, Browne and Mearns, who voted to take a cautious approach to this issue until we know more about the implications for our community and our food security, though too late to stop the grow-op on McTavish. Bernadette Greene North Saanich

attempt to prevent the motion that took away this citizen’s rights. I am outraged by

this behavior! In spite of the council’s unwillingness to take note of anyone’s opinion,

I would suggest that this survey is, at best, flawed. This fact adds to my concern over the

housing implementation policy. L. Wingate North Saanich

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLES Kick up your heels at Brentwood’s Kimura Shukokai Brentwood Bay karate dojo hosting fundraiser this month Devon MacKenzie News staff

Members at Kimura Sukokai Karate in Brentwood Bay are hoping to expand their knowledge and love of the sport through international experts, but they need a little help getting there. “In our style of karate we have experts who have been teaching for over 40 years all over the world,” explained Peter Johnson, a member of the dojo in Brentwood Bay. “One of the most exciting things for us is to be able to bring in one of these experts every couple of years to teach and inspire us.” The Kimura Shukokai dojo in Brentwood Bay was started by Sensei Dave Bentley in 2000 and he has since expanded into having dojos

in North Saanich, Sooke and on the Westshore. Bentley, a world-class fifth-level blackbelt, has spent over 30 years practising the Shukokai style and has travelled all over the world with the sport. “That’s one of the things I really love about this style of karate is that there is such a huge worldwide connection,” said Johnson. “There’s so many opportunities to travel and meet people from other countries as well as bring in people to our local dojos who have worldwide experience.” Johnson started training in Shukokai Karate 10 years ago with his son. “It’s really family oriented here, it’s common to see a whole family who all train here together. That’s another great part about

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Instructor Rob Walker takes students through exercises during a class at Kimura Shukokai Karate in Brentwood Bay. this style of karate is that it’s accessible for all skill levels,” Johnson explained,

adding that their members range in age from as young as three to over 60.

In order to keep learning and expanding their knowledge of the practice of Shu-

kokai karate, the Brentwood Bay dojo is hosting a fundraiser this month with The Sutcliffes, a Beatles tribute band. “Hosting the fundraiser will allow us to be able to bring in an expert who we can all learn from,” Johnson explained. The fundraiser is taking place at Brentwood Hall (7082 Wallace Dr.) on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. The music is slotted to start at 8 p.m. along with a silent auction and refreshments. Tickets for the event ($20) are available in advance at Stonestreet Cafe in Sidney and Keating and at CIBC in Saanichton at the door. For more information visit www.shukokai-canada. com. reporter@peninsula newsreview.com

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Legendary Platters at the Winspear SIDNEY — The Legendary Platters and the Inkspots are at the Mary Winspear Centre for two shows next weekend. On Feb. 21 and 22 the two groups take the stage at 7:30 p.m. The Platters were one of the top vocal groups of the 50s scene and achieved their success with their crooning, pop-oriented and harmony-rich material. Their distinctive sound was a bridge between the Tin Pan Alley tradition and the burgeoning new genre of Rock ‘n Roll. The Platters toured the world as international ambassadors of musical goodwill.

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The Inkspots play with the Legendary Platters next weekend in the Charlie White Theatre. That vibe continues today as their music lives on in such legendary titles as Only You, The Great Pretender and Earth Angel. In an era where ‘the single’ was the thing,

The Legendary Platters released a total of 38 singles and sold fiftythree million records. They were also among the first DooWop groups to be inducted into the Rock

And Roll Hall of Fame (1990). Tickets for the show at the Winspear Centre are $60.90 including facility fees and service charges. — News staff

Association celebrating sister city SIDNEY — This year the Sidney Sister Cities Association (SSCA) celebrates the 30th anniversary of welcoming Cairns, Australia as Sidney’s first sister city. Although it was 1984 when the agreement was signed, SSCA was not formed until the 90s. “Prior to that it was the Sister Cities Advisory Committee, reporting directly to the Town Council,” explained SSCA president Lesley Nicholls. Following a number of official

and private visits between the two towns, the relationship was little more than an exchange of Christmas cards. In 2008 SSCA received an invitation from Cairns for ceramicists in Sidney to take part in an exhibition of work by artists from all seven of Cairns’ sister cities. The association spread the word throughout the arts community, and through the following two years Sidney also participated in photographic and fibre

arts exhibits. A highlight of the 30th anniversary celebrations will be a display at the Sidney Museum, which will feature gifts SSCA has received over the years from Cairns, Anacortes in Washington State, and Niimi in Japan. Any contributions of memorabilia and travel treasures can be submitted before the end of April. Contact Nicholls at lanich21@telus.net. — Submitted by the Sidney Sister Cities Association

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Showing off their Olympic spirit

The Saanich School District is pleased to invite students, parents and community members to visit our Secondary Showcase Evenings. This is a great opportunity to learn about the diverse range of programs and courses available in our secondary schools including many which are unique to our district. Claremont Secondary School February 6th, 2014 6:30-8:30pm Ecole Stelly’s Secondary School February 13th, 2014 6:00-8:00pm Parkland Secondary School February 27th, 2014 5:30-7:30pm SIDES: 4828 West Saanich Road February 26th, 2014 6:30-8:30pm (Learning Services ‘Life After High School’)

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Sherry Moir and Steve Duck, former volunteers at the Vancouver Winter Olympics, were at the Mary Winspear Centre Friday morning to watch the Sochi Winter Games opening ceremonies. They were joined by a small group of other Olympics fans and supporters.

Sidney, BIA to combine jobs SIDNEY — Sidney and its new business improvement association have agreed in principle to combine two jobs into one that would help promote local events. The Town of Sidney and Sidney Business Improvement Area (SBIA) plan to combine the role of the SBIA’s marketing director and an event liaison position. Mayor Larry Cross says they have formed an advisory group to develop the event co-ordinator position portion of the role. It would, he said, see

better development of local events while ensuring they do not overlap at the expense of any one local event. Cross said that under the plan, the different jobs would form two separate contracts, only one of which would be partially funded by the Town, both lasting one year in a trial period. — Steven Heywood

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time of year so exciting. “We respect the Wolves and the firepower that they possess. They can run up the score as quickly as any team in the league and they’re comfortable playing a run-andgun high-scoring game. This style has caused problems for teams in our league all season long and so we are hoping to neutralize some of that offensive punch.” Visit vijhl.com for a full list of the VIJHL league standings and ppanthers.bc.ca for a full schedule of Panthers games. reporter@peninsula newsreview.com

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AviAtion CAreer DAy at the B.C. Aviation Museum Saturday, Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free student admission to this event. Come and learn about training for an exciting career in the aviation industry. Exhibitors will include Victoria Airport Authority, Victoria Flying Club, Department of National Defence, Victoria Airport Firefighters, Westjet, Nav Canada, Viking Air and more. There will also be door prizes. For more information call 250-655-3300 or visit www.bcam. net. Sponsored by the B.C. Aviation Museum and the Victoria International Airport. SurpiSeD by Hope: Rethinking Heaven the Resurrection and the Mission of the Church. NT Wright, research professor at the University of St. Andrew’s in Scotland will teach six video lessons (one a week) starting Wednesday, March 5. Sessions run 7:30 to 9 p.m. at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Saanichton (1973 Cultra Ave.) Study will be led by Reverend Rob Szo, Rector of the Parish of St. Mary’s. For more information call 250-652-1611 or email stmarys. saanichton@shaw.ca. LiterAry KitCHen SinK Open Mic at the Sidney North Saanich Library. Writers are invited to read their poetry, story excerpts, memoir, or other written words for up to five minutes. Or join the audience and support local writers. The evening’s featured writer is Pamela Porter, an award winning poet and novelist. Event happens Thursday, Feb. 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (writers, please arrive a few minutes early to register). Free. Sponsored by the Sidney North Saanich Library Writers Group. For information, please call the library at 250-656-0944 for more information. tHe SAAniCH peninSuLA Committee of Ducks Unlimited Canada is inviting participation

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Seventh Generation introduces the first lines of adult personal care products to receive USDA Biobased Certification. Designed to cleanse, soothe and gently moisturize, the plant-based formulas are free of parabens, pthalates, gluten and synthetic fragrances.

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The Primadophilus brand is backed by an unparalleled True GuaranteeTM that ensures consistent purity, potency and intestinal delivery. This 3 part guarantee ensures that: • The potency of CFUs claimed on the label is fully guaranteed until expiration, not just at time of manufacture. 30 CAPSULES • Every Primadophilus capsule and Vcap® is specially coated to ensure $ 98 optimal survival in stomach acid and proper release into the intestine. • Only the probiotic strains listed on the label make their way into a Primadophilus product.

< PVL Essentials Sport Whey 908g

908 GRAMS

Protein helps build and repair body tissues (like lean muscle), and helps build antibodies. Whey protein is considered by most athletes and coaches as the “gold standard” for protein. NEW phospholipid rich whey protein blend that delivers results BETTER than normal whey. Fortified with patented Aminogen® enzyme for increased utilization. Helps build and repair body tissues (like lean muscle) like never before. The phospholipids in our new whey protein help you retain more muscle and perform better. Rich in Glutamine & BCAAs.

< Kyolic

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A healthy heart begins with a healthy diet. Reducing excessive saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium is a first recommendation. Adequate intake of fruits, vegetables, water, calcium, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids is encouraged to support a healthy heart. Kyolic® Aged Garlic ExtractTM has been research proven to enhance circulation and reduce a wide range of cardiovascular risk factors such as elevated homocysteine, serum cholesterol, triglycerides and platelet aggregation.

< Derma-e

Fight multiple signs of aging with the most powerful antioxidants.

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Age-Defying Antioxidant collection helps diminish multiple signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles and damage caused by stress, lifestyle, sun and other environmental factors. With antioxidant blend including Astaxanthin and Pycnogenol®, these powerful formulas nourish and revitalize for healthier, younger-looking skin.

< Garden of Life RAW Protein

• 2473 Beacon Avenue, Sidney • 250.656.4634

RAW, vegan, certified organic formula from 12 RAW and organic sprouts and live probiotics. A complete source of protein with an amino acid profile that is 98% correlated to mother’s milk. www.trophicproducts.com

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All prices in effect until March 11, 2014