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Eyes spy Katie Reynolds, wildlife rehabilitator, checks a barred owl’s pupils at the Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre in Metchosin. The owl was struck by a car just after midnight on March 2 near the intersection of Metchosin and Sooke roads and was later brought to the Wild ARC to receive care. The facility is hosting its annual open house March 29 and 30 and registration is required. To sign up and to learn more about the centre, visit wildarc.com.

A tentative deal to sell the Belmont secondary lands has been reached with the Sooke School District. While the district wouldn’t reveal the identity of the buyer, Langford council gave initial approvals toward rezoning the land, in response to an application from SD62. Thrifty Foods media spokesperson Ralf Mundel would not directly confirm his company as the buyer of the property, but did say Thrifty Foods, which is owned by Sobeys, is always looking for opportunities in the West Shore. “Currently we are doing due diligence on the possibilities associated with the Belmont property … but it’s still subject to numerous conditions,” Mundel said. “In any of the deals we’re working on nothing is complete until there’s ink on the page.” Board secretary-treasurer Harold Cull said there has been a lot of interest in the land since it was put on the market last fall, as it has a desirable location on Jacklin Road, across from Westshore Town Centre. Speaking about the zoning application, which passed second and third readings Monday, Coun. Denise Blackwell expects it to be approved without controversy. “I think people understand that that’s a place in the community where we want commercial and (higher) density,” she said. “We think it’s a good deal for the school board. It helps with the funding that they’re going to get, it’s helping to build a new Belmont, so that’s good news all around.” The move, which requires provincial approval, would change the site’s zoning from community institutional to Langford City Centre, to allow for commercial and residential development. Any project larger than a specified size would require the developer to give land and money to the city for public amenities. The SD62 board office will remain in its current location on the edge of the property. kwells@goldstreamgazette.com

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View Royal residents worry about street safety

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Safety concerns are driving residents on Burnett Road to ask View Royal council for traffic calming measures and sidewalks for the increasingly busy road. Walking along the road, homeowner Barney Pratt points out the lack of sidewalks, few walkable boulevards and, in many places, deep ditches off the road’s edge. He and his wife have used these ditches before to get out of the way of cars, he said. “There’s nowhere to get off the road when there’s two cars coming by here. There’s nowhere to go.” Pratt has lived on the road since 2006 and has seen traffic increase in that time. The worst, he says, is when construction projects, such as the current Craigflower Bridge replacement, reroute traffic from other areas. Pratt has now rallied his neighbours and will present a petition signed by every resident on the street to council at its Tuesday, March 18 meeting. The road connects Island Highway with Helmcken Road via Pheasant Lane and allows motorists to bypass the often clogged up intersection of Island Highway and Helmcken. By doing so, however, drivers motor through a residential neighbourhood not designed to mix heavy traffic with pedestrians. “So they whip through here to get … over to the traffic circle and out to the (Trans-Canada) highway,” Pratt said. “I keep telling these guys, it’s not a matter

that there are some safety issues. We want staff to come up with something we can do immediately.” Mattson said a full sidewalk project might be a longer-term goal, but he would like to see something done in the meantime, such as the installation of a curb and/or speed humps. “The community coming to petition council, I think that’s a good thing,” he said. “For any areas of the community who think there are safety issues, please let us

know. It makes it easier for council to say ‘yes’ when people are advising us and encouraging us to do something.” When the new View Royal fire hall and the Capital Regional District’s E&N Rail Trail are complete, Burnett Road will be even more central for various types of traffic, Pratt said. The hall is being built directly across Island Highway from the mouth of Burnett, while the rail trail will directly cross the road. kwells@goldstreamgazette.com

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Burnett Road resident Barney Pratt walks along the narrow shoulder of his street in View Royal, as a truck takes a wide berth to avoid him. He rallied neighbours to sign a petition asking for traffic calming measures on Burnett. The document will be presented to council March 18.

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Bluegrass fusion comes to Highlands

Bowker Creek brings its acoustic style of music to the Highlands Music Coffee House tomorrow (March 8). The group has been together since 2009 and performs a bluegrass fusion that features the sounds of country, folk, blues and bluegrass. The five-member band performs at Caleb Pike House, 1589 Millstream Rd., Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7. Admission is $5.

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Colwood blooms brightly School children help community take annual flower count honours The pride of Colwood is in full bloom as the city revels in its title of the Bloomingest Community in Greater Victoria. The announcement came at the end of the 38th Annual Flower Count. When all the tallies were in, Colwood came out on top with a total of more than one billion blooms. “The annual flower count is a fantastic way to highlight the beautiful setting we live in,” Mayor Carol Hamilton said in a press release. “Colwood residents love their gardens, and we’re fortunate to be home to many beautiful parks.” The City of Victoria took second place in the count and the District of Saanich placed third. In all, Greater Victoria residents counted more than 1.3 billion blooms, surpassing last year’s tally of about three quarters of a billion.

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Regional tourism representatives including Butchart Gardens’ Graham Bell, far left, dressed as typical residents of Greater Victoria such as a kayaker, golfer, gardener, etc., as they announced the final tally for the 2014 Victoria Flower Count, this week at the Victoria Conference Centre. John Stubbs Memorial School in Colwood made the community a double winner, taking first in the school competition. Lukas Laurie’s Grade 5 French immersion class counted flowers at Royal Roads University with the use of spread sheets and the help of family and friends. “While we talk about this being a light-hearted promotion, the

message to much of Canada and the United States is clear: We are Canada’s tropics in the winter,” said chief count organizer Graham Bell of Butchart Gardens. “We count flowers at this time of year because we can. We can also garden, golf, kayak, hike, cycle, fish, bird watch and even scuba dive.” news@goldstreamgazette.com

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Phenomenon spreads through First Nations communities Charla Huber News staff

As 13-year-old Danielle Charles-Horne left Matheson Lake shivering and dripping, she said, “I think it’s really cool we all did this.” The Beecher Bay teen was nominated to jump in a cold body of water by a cousin. But why do such a wacky thing in the middle of winter? If you frequent social media, you may have seen videos of people jumping into the ocean or lakes. These brave souls are participating in the Winter Nominations 2014 challenge. The phenomenon, designed to get people outdoors, has been going viral, mainly through First Nations communities on Vancouver Island and beyond. “I’ve heard of people in Nanaimo doing it and in New Mexico,” said Rick Peter of Cowichan First Nation. Once people have been nominated, they have a tight 24-hour window to brave the cold waters of the Pacific Ocean or a lake or dive into snow. More than 20 members of the Beecher Bay First Nation who had been nominated – via vid-

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Sisters Danielle, 13, left, and Samantha Charles-Horne, 10, chill out in Matheson Lake in Metchosin. eos posted on social media sites – hopped into Matheson Lake in Metchosin on Tuesday. Once out of the water, wrapped in blankets and standing in the rain, they, too, created videos nominating their friends and family. “My cousin nominated me. It’s nice and I feel pretty good,” said Sharon Cooper. “I think it’s great and it brings everyone together for fun.” The challenge began last month at Penelakut First Nation on the former Kuper Island near Chemainus. A teen from the community wanted her cousins to join her in playing in the snow. They were content to stay indoors and play video games, so the girl went outside and made a video of herself making a snow angel. Then she nomi-

nated five cousins to do the same and posted it on Facebook. Another Penelakut resident, Krista Johnny, thought it was neat the challenges started in her community and has heard of it travelling as far away as Australia. “It’s just a great way to get people out and doing things together,” she said. Among the brave lake-dippers Tuesday was Beecher Bay Chief Russ Chipps, who was nominated by several people despite not using social media. Aware of the broad reach of the challenges, he added a cause to his participation. “I am against cyber-bullying and that’s why I am not on those sites,” he said. “I am doing this for anti-bullying.” charla@goldstreamgazette.com

Metchosin hosting open house The District of Metchosin is opening up its books to the public on Monday. Mayor John Ranns and council will be on hand for a 2014 budget open house, as will Sam Weller, district financial consultant. They’ll help explain the budget and the district’s five-year financial plan to visitors. The open house happens March 10 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Metchosin Municipal Hall, 4450 Happy Valley Rd. reporter@goldstream gazette.com

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Board Chair Lindalee Brougham, on behalf of the Victoria Airport Authority Board of Directors, invites the public to attend the VAA’s Airport Consultative Committee Meeting 7:30 am, Tuesday, March 11, 2014 Delta Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa – Harbour Room 45 Songhees Road, Victoria, BC Continental Breakfast will be served Agenda available at: www.victoriaairport.com/consultative-committee Enquiries: (250) 953 7501

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We need more than LNG dreams Politicians love to dream big. It seems there’s no end to the lucrative opportunities of the future, from liquified natural gas plants peppering the B.C. coast, to bitumen flowing unhindered over the Rocky Mountains and onward to Chinese shores. But take a look at present, and it’s clear new job opportunities in Greater Victoria are dominated by one industry: the technology sector. A recent white paper released by the Victoria Advanced Technology Council (VIATeC) shows Victoria’s video gaming industry is booming. The region’s 19 gaming studios employ about 240 people, most of those local graduates, while 68 per cent of studio heads said they plan to hire new graduates by the end of 2014. Those are tangible job openings in an industry that pays an average annual salary of $75,000. And with VIATeC purchasing a downtown office building this week, the $3-billion tech sector is building on a proven track record that already employs 15,000 people in Greater Victoria. The economic outlook for the rest of the region, however, isn’t looking great. According to a report released this week, the greatest challenge continues to be jobs, and our region isn’t good at creating them. The number of public sector jobs is declining faster than growth in the private sector, which resulted in Greater Victoria producing negative growth of 0.2 per cent in 2013. There’s optimism, however, that the tech, shipbuilding and military sectors may be able to offset those losses with expected boons in the near future. Plus with a weakening Canadian dollar heading into tourism season, maybe that will be enough to attract more folks to the region this summer, boosting a relatively lucrative sector. We’re hopeful our governments will see the potential for growth in Victoria, and better invest in sectors that make a positive difference in our local economy. While it’s nice to dream about what will be years down the road, we need to ensure we are getting the most out of what we have today. Especially in a place like Victoria, which attracts a skilled workforce, we need the right jobs now if we really want to look to a positive outcome in the future.

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Suites not suited for Oak Bay Your editorial entitled “Larger fines are not enough” in your Feb. 26 edition was right on the mark. As you so correctly pointed out “Until jurisdictions take enforcement as seriously as they take the creation of rules, people will continue to (violate bylaws) knowing the chances of getting caught (for a bylaw violation) are slim”. This is precisely why any secondary suite bylaws that Oak Bay council may make in an effort to protect the character of Oak Bay and to prevent the noise, parking problems and traffic that will be caused by secondary suites will be equally weak. The only realistic and sure way for our municipality to prevent the damaging problems that will be caused by secondary suites is to continue to prohibit them. Bruce Filan Oak Bay

Prosperity Mine rejection misses the mark It boggles the mind that the federal government said no to such an important economic catalyst as the New Prosperity mine. The tens of thousands of secure, high-paying jobs the mine would have created for people in the

Cariboo and Williams Lake region are just a small taste of the economic benefits that would have been in store for the entire province. B.C.’s share of the New Prosperity mine’s revenue would have been in the billions, not to mention all of the spinoff economic activity and jobs that would have also resulted. Rejecting this project makes no sense. I urge the Prime Minister and the Conservative cabinet and caucus in Ottawa to turn their gaze to the West and give the New Prosperity mine, and the people of B.C., another look. Prosperity is what we want and what we need; and the New Prosperity mine will bring it to us. Sandra Robinson Maple Ridge

NDP’s Farnworth looking for a raise in pay Mike Farnworth is quoted as saying that he’s offering “a progressive alternative that can win an election” (“Mike Farnworth first in for BC NDP leadership” vicnews. com). As usual, and typical of Mike, all smoke and mirrors with once again as is typical of a NDP’er of not doing any research before making propaganda comments. If Mike

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would have taken time to do some research he would have noticed the following key points. Alberta has 87 legislature seats, four are NDP. Saskatchewan has 58 legislature seats, nine are NDP. Ontario has 107 legislature seats, 21 are NDP. Newfoundland and Labrador has 48 legislature seats, three are NDP. Nova Scotia has 51 legislature seats, seven are NDP. Quebec, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick do not have any elected NDP MLAs. He cannot fool these taxpayers. Manitoba is the only province in Canada with an NDP government. The next provincial election in Manitoba is in October 2015. The latest polls there show the governing NDP at 24 per cent and the opposition Progressive Conservatives at 48 per cent, with critics stating that this NDP government is headed for opposition status. The only reason Farnworth is running for leader of the B.C. NDP party is so he can increase his yearly salary. Joe Sawchuk Duncan ••• Let your voice be heard. Send your thoughts to editor@vicnews.com

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Walkers step up for those living with MS By Jennifer Blyth Black Press

Hundreds of everyday heroes will colour Willows Beach Park in a red and white message of hope and support April 13 during the 2014 Victoria Scotiabank MS Walk. Offering 3K, 6K and 9K accessible routes, the Victoria walk is one of several on the Island, where participants will collectively be aiming to raise $408,000. With these amazing efforts in mind, the theme of this year’s Victoria Scotiabank MS Walk is, appropriately, “heroes.” “We want to celebrate the everyday heroes – the mom or dad living with MS and supporting their families; the caregivers who go above and beyond in the care of someone living with MS; the son or daughter that volunteers; and of course those who donate to support this cause,” says Ashley Hodgins, Manager of Development, MS Society Vancouver Island Region. “Participants will be asked to creatively recognize their hero at the event to show how much they appreciate that person.” A disease of the central nervous system whose symptoms can range from numbness and fatigue to blindness and paralysis, MS is most often diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 40. The disease has several variations and can affect people with a wide range of symptoms that can make working and managing the challenges of daily life difficult. The effects on families can be significant both emotionally and financially, especially given that the disease strikes during the career- and family-forming years of a persons’ life.

Hundreds of walkers – and some canine companions – will fill Willows Beach Park with hope and enthusiasm April 13 during the annual Scotiabank MS Walk.

While there is currently no cure, the MS Society is working hard both to support current Canadian research and provide programs and services for people living with MS and their families, such as art and exercise classes, swimming, yoga and more, all provided free and volunteer-run. In addition, the Greater Victoria location also offers physiotherapy, available at a subsidized rate to accommodate clients’ often limited means. “The Scotiabank MS Walk is an essential part of our ability to show those living with MS that they are not alone,” Hodgins reflects. “The funds raised through the MS Walk go to support valuable local programs that enable people living with MS to enhance their quality of life. “As someone personally affected by multiple sclerosis it warms my heart to see so many people supporting events like the Scotiabank MS Walk. It makes me very hopeful that someday soon we will find a cure for MS and no other families will have to go through the uncertainty of how MS will affect their lives.” One of the most significant fundraisers on the MS Society’s calendar, the walk is critical for both program and research funding. The MS Society receives no government

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funding, so the bulk of the money raised to support these efforts comes from local fundraisers and community support. The good news is that a little goes a long way when it comes to MS Society’s services and programs, for example: • $100 – five people can attend a program for those newly diagnosed with MS to learn more about the disease and the resources available to them; • $250 – two families can attend a weekend educational conference; • $500 – 10 people can take a yoga class adapted for people with MS; • $1,000 – three people can receive funding for an assistive device; • $5,000 – provides a year’s supply of educational literature on multiple sclerosis to the public and people affected by MS. “The support of the community for these events is so important for us to be able to work toward our mission,” Hodgins says. Beyond the financial impact, it also helps raise awareness of MS to engage others in the fight to find acure. “The walk is a really family-focused event. We hope to show the MS community that there is support and a lot of people out there who are ready to help.”

✦ Multiple sclerosis is an auto-immune disease that affects a person’s central nervous system. It is most often diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 40, although diagnoses are seen in children as young as two. Symptoms vary but can include everything from numbness, tingling and fatigue to chronic pain, blindness and paralysis. ✦ The MS Society of Canada is the largest funder of MS research in Canada. Founded in 1948, the society has invested more than $98 million in research to date. ✦ Canadians have one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis in the world and the disease affects three times as many women as men. ✦ MS is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults in Canada; every day, three more people in Canada are diagnosed with MS. ✦ With an estimated 100,000 Canadians living with MS and three more diagnosed daily, most people know someone living with the disease.

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COMING UP April 27 – Scotiabank MS Walk, Muffeo Sutton Park, Nanaimo and Kitsuksis Dyke, Port Alberni. May – MS Awareness Month. May 9 & 10 – Victoria Carnation Campaign May 9 & 10 – Duncan MS Awareness Donation Drive July 5 & 6 – MS Bike ~ Cowichan Valley Grape Escape. FMI: www. cowichanvalleygrapeescape.com August – A&W Cruisin’ for a Cause October – End MS Runners Team in the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon

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United Way raises $5.8 million Fundraising campaign a hair away from $6-million goal Don Descoteau News staff

In a stiff economy, charity campaigns often scale back expectations. The United Way of Greater Victoria not only didn’t reduce its 2013 public campaign goal – it remained $6 million, same as 2012 – volunteer efforts allowed the charity funder to very nearly hit its target again. Raising more than $5.8 million is “an amazing accomplishment,” interim CEO Heather

In terms of fundraising, Gardiner said some issues “beyond our control” left a couple of major supporters unable to contribute at previous donation levels. Otherwise, the campaign ran smoothly, she said. The Agent of Change slogan, with its secret agent-style graphics, captured people’s imaginations and helped them see they could contribute to changes in their community, she added. The organization began working on the 2014 campaign in December. They expect to do some minor tweaking and connect with some new potential donors as a way of moving forward. ddescoteau@vicnews.com

Gardiner said. “There’s just no bad news stories when you talk about investing $5.8 million into the community,” she said. Gardiner called the shortfall, about three per cent of the goal, “almost nothing” and focused instead on the work of volunteers and donors in broadcasting the overarching message of need across the Capital Region. “I just can’t express enough thanks to the many volunteers and supporters who have helped us raise this amount. It’s amazing to see that many people invest in their community.” The United Way provided funding for 66 community agencies in 2013, in the areas of children and families, seniors, housing and homeless and more.

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more of a celebratory story.” Each writer’s words were retained as much as possible in the adaptation for stage by Barbara Poggemiller, a former Monday Magazine People’s Choice Award for Directing winner, and an instructor at the Canadian College of Performing Arts. “Barbara did a fabulous job of finding the similarities and weaving all the stories together as a collective arch,” says Yasmine Naylor, one of five actors in Arrival. “We speak these words as if we’re storytellers.” Masks and props were designed and made by Miles Lowry, whose sculptures, paintings, words and mixed media have been a mainstay of B.C. culture for the past 30 years. Enrique Rivas provides the live music as a multi-talented musician with an impressive ability to ad-lib worldly sounds. Grainger said early reception to the play has been overwhelmingly positive, with many audience members relating to the emotions of moving somewhere new. “There’s a universality to the story,” she says. “Canada’s an immigrant country. Everyone’s family has been through these experiences if they live here. This play just reminds you that we could all go through it.”

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Luxury wheels at just the light price MALAGA, SPAIN - It might be winter here but it’s always nice to look forward to warmer days, filled with sun and clear roads. To get a sneak peak at what better weather looks and feels like, plus get a chance to drive the all new Mercedes GLA250 and GLA 45 AMG, the advanced drive program was held in Malaga, Spain. The GLA is built of the same platform as the hot, new CLA sedan that arrived last fall. Developing it into a taller, more practical small SUV is perfect for young families or couples that want the same underlying goodness that is in the CLA but with standard all wheel drive (AWD) and ease of use. Pricing has not been confirmed but when it arrives this fall, expect the same aggressive pricing that the CLA delivers. That car starts at $33,900 but with AWD comes up to $36,800. Looks This new GLA is not as tall as the B-Class, which also shares the same platform, and not nearly as low-slung as the CLA. The GLA has a less aggressive front grille

do a great job of and stance, plus directing air flow smaller wheel sizes to just the right compared to the location. The centre high performance cluster below the GLA 45 AMG version screen is very that sports 19-inch straightforward and wheels compared easy to master. The to the base 18-inch difference wheels, but even the Mercedes Benz is biggest between the base base model can get larger wheels as part enabling more people model and the 45 AMG are the seats. of the Sport Package. to access its brand The base comes The small, more with smaller less with faux leather aggressive touches expensive vehicles. 12-way power seats and the lowered susthat look and feel pension do make the Zack Spencer very good. Leather AMG look sportier is optional plus the seats are more and more purposeful but the standard GLA with the optional 19-inch bolstered. The AMG gets upgraded seats as standard equipment but wheels is a head turner too. race inspired Recaro seats are Inside part of the Exclusive Package and The dash of the GLA is almost look superb, thanks to aluminum identical to both the CLA sedan accents and chunky side boland B-Class hatchback. There is a sters. Other differences include a prominent screen mounted high in centre-mounted shifter in the AMG, the centre of the dash, like an iPad where the base 250 gets the more application. practical column mounted gear seThe rest of the dash is sporty lector, which frees up much needed and functional thanks to stylish storage in the centre of the car. jet engine inspired air vents that Speaking of space, the back seats are much more practical compared to the CLA sedan thanks to a higher roof, bigger back windows and much better outward visibility. The cargo area isn’t huge at 1235L but the rear seats do split and fold for additional cargo capabilities.

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Driving through the mountain canyons back from Granada to Malaga was a real treat. The countryside is rustic and beautiful and the twisty roads sublime. The base GLA never set a wheel wrong and the 7-speed duel-clutch automatic can be left in economy, sport or manual for each driving situation. All GLA models come with standard AWD and this system can detach the rear wheels and drive in FWD for better economy but switches seamlessly back when more traction or cornering capability is required, plus Dynamic Cornering Assist applies just a small amount of brake force to the inside wheel when cornering to aid in the process. The 45 AMG takes things to a completely new level. The 2.0L 4-cylinder is hand assembled and pumps out a whopping 355hp and 332 lb.-ft. of torque. The 7-speed transmission and AWD system have been adapted by AMG to deliver a go-cart like drive that is so reassuring and potent that it makes the driver look and feel fantastic. Cornering is effortless and the bigger wheels and lowered suspension give great feedback but it is not jarring. Verdict Mercedes Benz is enabling more people to access its brand with smaller less expensive vehicles. The new GLA 250 and GLA 45 AMG are certainly very attractive, powerful and fun vehicles to drive. The Lowdown Power: 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder with 208hp or 355hp Fill-up: N/A Sticker price: N/A zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Castaway Wanderers’ ball carrier Chauncey O’Toole counters the grip of Vancouver Rowing Club tackler Caleb Hansen with a targeted one of his own during a CDI B.C. Premier League rugby match at Windsor Park. The Oak Bay side dominated, winning 44-5 to run their record to 5-4 in league play. Other games last weekend saw James Bay beat UBC Old Boys Ravens 33-19 and UVic Vikes lose 27-26 to Burnaby Lake. Tomorrow’s local game sees UVic host James Bay at Wallace Field at 2:45 p.m.

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This Sunday’s Bazan Bay 5K is the fifth race in the Frontrunners Island Race Series and promises a fast pace. The largely flat route sees runners start and finish at Tulista Park in Sidney. Last-minute registrations will be accepted tomorrow (March 8) at Frontrunners, 1200 Vancouver St. or onsite on

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Series West and East plus the Camping World Truck Series, Reaume begins this stage of his career with a race March 15 at Bristol Motor Speedway in the Grit Chips 300. “I’ve always been the type to break down doors and make things happen,” he says of this career boost. “But to be honest, this has just fallen into my lap.” Read an extended version of this story at vicnews.com. ddescoteau@vicnews.com

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LAVENDER CO-OP is accepting applications for a quiet, bright 2 bdrm townhouse, W/D hookup, inside/outside storage, backyard. $912/mo. Share purchase $2500. Gross income $42,000 +. Applications available in the glass case outside the Community Hall at 10A-620 Judah St.

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2009 PASSION for 2, exc cond. New brakes/ring tone/back window struts. Heated seats, A/C, sunroof, P/W, fog lights, side mirror defogger, rear window wiper. Good on gas, exe parking dwntwn. 108,000km. (778)425-4287.

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Families dealing with childhood cancer diagnoses will soon feel more supported on Vancouver Island. The B.C. Childhood Cancer Parents Association officially launched its new islands chapter this week (March 7) at Saunders Subaru in Colwood. Island families have received assistance from the association for nearly three years, but having a chapter closer to home means there will more support and services available without having to take a ferry ride. “It’s been informally going on for years,” said Dave Saunders, the dealership’s manager and founder of the Comfy Kids program, which are partners in this initiative.““We are just formalizing it and hope to raise funds.”

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HomeFinder Find a place to call home

Q: WHAT SHOULD I CONSIDER WHEN LOOKING AT CONDOS? New vs. lived-in – Buying new can mean lower maintenance costs on your strata fees, but older buildings can offer more space for the same purchase price.

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Who to borrow from? – Credit unions are exempt from many conditions that banks use to disqualify some borrowers. Although interest rates can be a little higher, credit unions have more flexibility regarding who they can lend to, and for how long. Make sure you get a copy of the depreciation report – New legislation requires all strata to have a depreciation report completed that shows an assessment of the current state of the buildings. If none is available, take a pass on the building. Do you have a house-hunting story you’d like to share with us? Email ddescoteau@ vicnews.com To advertise in Homefinder, contact Oliver Sommer at: osommer@ blackpress.ca

Like many young couples, Lex Hosh and Will Corbett enjoyed living close to the heart of town at Dockside Green. As avid cyclists, they were close to the Galloping Goose trail and their one-bedroom suite was just down Esquimalt Road from CFB Esquimalt, where Corbett is based as a crew member of HMCS Regina. After a while, Hosh says, it started to bother her that they were paying $1,250 a month for rent and not building any kind of nest egg for the future. She started looking casually online at condominiums, crunched some basic numbers and realized there just might be a chance to own instead of rent. “For 10 years I thought there was no way I could afford to buy a place in Victoria,” she says. Her original thought was to look for something as a rental property to help build equity and perhaps be a stepping stone to buying a detached home. She initially thought her affordable price range was between $200,000 and $250,000. When her mortgage broker told Hosh she had been pre-approved for $190,000, her hopes took a dip.

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“But luckily the market in Victoria is such a great buyers market right now,” she says. “Once we adjusted our search criteria to under 200,000 I was amazed at just how much there was on the market.” With the help of Realtor Kyle Kerr, Hosh, a first-time buyer, found a number of units fitting her financial reality. The trouble was, many of them didn’t match her requirements, which were a large kitchen and room to store their high-end bikes. She estimates they looked at 10 to 15 condos before Kerr discovered a onebedroom unit near Mayfair Shopping Centre that was

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a foreclosure sale. It was priced at $168,000 and Hosh says from the photos online it “looked pretty awful.” Doing much of the searching herself with Corbett at sea, Hosh went to have a look anyway and found a bright unit with a large kitchen and an “awesome” floor plan and a den . Kerr told her about the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s Purchase Plus improvement mortgage program. Aimed at people with less money to put down, the program allows the cost of renovations to be included in one’s mortgage payments, as long as the renos increase the home’s value.

Hosh saw the potential in the suite, obtained an estimate of $10,000 to upgrade the kitchen and got her financing nailed down. With some negotiations she secured a deal for $152,500 and, after the bid was accepted in court, moved in last summer. The process took about six months, but left her feeling good about her ability to jump into the housing market. “We’re literally saving ourselves $300 a month, with our strata fees included, from what we were paying,” she says. Kerr points to Hosh’s situation as an illustration of the options available for first-

time buyers and others. “Older buildings that have been fixed up are some of the best buys out there,” he adds. While price is one factor, he says, one also has to be mindful of things like strata councils’ approaches to funding ongoing maintenance and capital improvements, restrictions on rentals and limitations on children and pets. “Stratas are such a unique thing with legalities and restrictions,” he says. “It’s important to have someone looking after your best interest and letting (clients) know about lifestyle and rentability of certain buildings and locations.”

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