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Region’s economy to grow but new jobs lag DUNGEONS & DOLLARS The digital video game industry is booming in Greater Victoria, and most game studios plan to hire more local grads by the end of 2014.

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Number of public sector jobs declining faster than growth in private sector Kevin Laird News staff

The Capital Region needs more high-paying jobs to sustain its economy, the economic officer for the Greater Victoria Development Agency told a business forum this week.

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. The local economy is expected to increase by 1.8 per cent this year.

“We have a lot of private sector companies that are growing, (but) the job creation numbers in the

private sector are not quite enough to offset the declining numbers in the public service,” said Dallas Gislason, speaking at Chemistry Consulting’s annual economic outlook breakfast on Tuesday.

“Growth is not the only thing we’re striving for, it’s certainly not, but negative growth is certainly not favourable when you have ‘trillion-dollar’ sewer systems to build and stuff like that.”

Last year, the region’s economy produced more than $15 billion, and Greater Victoria has seen 10 per cent growth since 2007.

“A nice sustainable number,” added Gislason, “other than we need to create more (high-paying) jobs.”

He added Greater Victoria sees about a one per cent growth each year, and job creation must also be reflected in that number.

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. A weakening Canadian dollar heading into tourism season could also be enough to attract more visitors to the region this summer and boost a relatively lucrative sector.

Victoria Mayor Dean Fortin said he’s pushed for a balance of investment, fair taxation and international partnerships to help the local economy – and create jobs.

“We’re seeing success in our trade missions, and we need to keep going. Relationships are a process,” Fortin said, adding many Greater Victoria businesses have benefited from those overseas trips. klaird@blackpress.ca

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This portrait of a First Nations man is undated, although experts at the Royal B.C. Museum believe it may have been taken in 1859, making it one of the oldest photographs of First Nations in B.C. remain a mystery, he said.

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archives, as a collection of letters by Mary Moody, Col. Moody’s wife, is already a part of our archival collection.”

The museum will eventually digitize the photographs for online viewing, but Moody’s album will be available for public viewing until March 10 at the Clifford Carl Hall.

Once conserved, the photos will be available for viewing by appointment at the B.C. Archives. dpalmer@vicnews.com

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Some of the oldest known photographs of B.C. are safely in the hands of Royal B.C. Museum experts this week after the museum purchased the rare items at auction.

The 52-page family photo album, containing more than 90 photographs from the collection of British Royal Engineer Col. Richard Clement Moody, was purchased for about $26,000 at English auction house Bonhams on Dec. 4.

“There was big competition for this collection,” said Don Bourdon, the museum’s curator of images and paintings. “(The album) reveals some stunning images that were unknown up to now.”

Moody’s career in the Colony of British Columbia spanned from 1858 to 1863, when he made a lasting mark on the geography of the Lower Mainland by building his family home on the shores of Burrard Inlet. The site would temporarily become the mainland colony’s first Government House in New Westminster.

“One of the gems of the album is a pencil drawing of the Moody’s home,” Bourdon said at the album’s unveiling Tuesday. “This is pretty much when New Westminster was hacked out of the landscape.”

Moody also led construction of the North Road from New Westminster to a secondary port at what is now Port Moody, named in his honour.

Most of Moody’s collection contains landscape portraits and what Bourdon called “19th Century selfies” from England and elsewhere. But four key images were taken in B.C. as early as 1859, making them highly significant to provincial history, said Jack Lohman, Royal B.C. Museum CEO. Two of the photographs feature a First Nations man, but his identity and nation

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Walkers step up for those living with MS

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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.

EVENT DETAILS WHAT: 2014 Victoria Scotiabank MS Walk WHEN: Sunday, April 13, 8:30am to 1:30pm WHERE: Willows Beach Park Can’t attend yourself but still want to participate? Be a hero and support a participant at www.mswalks.ca

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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VICTORIA NEWS - Friday, March 7, 2014

POLICE NEWS IN BRIEF

Canada Day terror trial set for January The people accused in the Canada Day bomb plot at the B.C. legislature are scheduled to stand trial next January.

John Nuttall and Amanda Korody were charged last July in what police say was an al-Qaida-inspired plan to use pressure-cooker bombs to target Canada Day festivities in Victoria.

The RCMP has said the public was never at risk during the foiled bombing attempt.

A jury trial has been set for Jan. 26 and is scheduled to run until May 1, 2015 at Vancouver Law Courts.

Victim of fatal car crash identified A 20-year-old woman who died after a highspeed car crash Feb. 23 has been identified by the B.C. Coroners Service.

Amandip Kaur Sidhu, a Victoria resident, was the passenger in a car that was travelling southbound on Blanshard Street when it collided with a light standard at Bay Street. Sidhu died at the scene.

Anurag Grover, 24, was the driver of the vehicle and was arrested at the scene.

He next appears in court March 13 on charges of criminal negligence causing death, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and impaired driving causing death.

Overnight break-ins riddle Quadra homes on weekend

At least seven Saanich homeowners are recovering from break-andenter incidents that occurred early Sunday morning in the Quadra neighbourhood Sunday morning.

In at least one of the incidents, the suspect entered a bedroom while a couple slept and stole a cellphone from a bedside table.

“It’s extremely likely that the suspect had located the iPhone 5 directly next to these individuals while they were sleeping. That is of grave concern to us,” said Saanich police Sgt. Steve Eassie.

The break-ins began in the 3900block of Cumberland Rd. around 2:30 a.m.

By late Sunday morning, police had identified seven similar incidents at homes, garages or sheds in the neighbourhood.

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as this ... is highly unusual,” Eassie said.

Police advise homeowners to ensure doors, windows, sheds, garages and outbuildings are locked at night.

Police also recommend residents consider installing security devices, including motion-sensor lights or even protective film to make it more difficult to shatter vulnerable windows.

The individual who fled from police is described as a white man in his mid- to late-20s with short, dark hair.

He was wearing a grey hoodie at the time.

Police are asking anyone with information on any of these crimes to contact investigators at 250-4754321. editor@saanichnews.com

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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.

Tech, military and shipbuilding could fill void

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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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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.

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Esquimalt’s new garbage truck may not have arrived on time, but the township is still calling its first kitchen scraps pickup a success.

Public works staff completed their first “green bin” collection Monday using an older municipal truck after the new, semi-automated truck failed to arrive on schedule.

“It’s just the nature of equipment procurement,” said Jeff Miller, director of engineering and public works.”The supplier (Langleybased Rollins Machinery Ltd.) let us know it was going to be (last) week, then of course there’s always one little thing that needs to be fixed before they can deliver.”

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Protecteur’s future unknown Navy officials are assessing the extent of damage to HMCS Protecteur after the ship was finally set to arrive back at Pearl Harbor Thursday morning.

USNS Sioux, a U.S. fleet ocean tug, laboured for days in rough conditions to pull Protecteur and her 279 crew more than 600 kilometres back to the coast of Hawaii after the supply ship suffered an engine room fire Feb. 27.

On Tuesday, 17 family members who had been aboard Protecteur were flown to Victoria International Airport, where navy officials arranged for travel home and accommodations, said Capt. Trevor Reid.

“Once Protecteur is back in Pearl Harbor, we will be commencing a detailed damage assessment along with an investigation into the cause of the fire,” Reid said.

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The court dismissed the appeals and crossappeals, which means

several decisions that were subject of the judgment stand, lawyer Jeremy Carr said.

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a “fail” reading on a roadside blood alcohol screening device, or refused to blow.

The court found the roadside suspensions don’t supplant the Criminal Code, because police still have the option of laying impaired driving charges when they deem it appropriate.

Three appeal court justices upheld that decision Monday.

The “immediate roadside prohibition” program includes a threeday driving ban and a $200 administrative fee for those who register between 0.05 and 0.08, if the police officer has reason to believe the driver is impaired.

For those who blow in the “impaired” range of 0.08 or higher, police have the option of imposing a 90-day driving ban, a $500 penalty and impounding the vehicle for 30 days instead of laying a charge.

VicPD is encouraged by the latest decision that upholds the tough drunk driving laws in B.C. that have been proven to save lives,” said VicPD Const. Mike Russell.

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Fundraiser tops $78,000 Our Place Society’s Hungry Hearts fundraiser raised more than $78,000 on Feb. 27 at the Atrium.

Five competing chefs from Zambri’s, Red Fish Blue Fish, Vista 18, Castro Boateng Fine Catering, and Foo Asian Street Food presented dishes, while attendees voted for the top culinary delight.

Castro Boateng took home the Hungry Hearts Top Chef trophy, and a live auction took place.

Our Place provides 1,200 daily meals and ongoing support services to the street community 365 days a year.

Beer Week launches There’s still time to check out Victoria’s first Beer Week before it comes to a rousing close this weekend.

The nine-day festival kicked off March 1 with a sold-out cask night at the Victoria Public Market, and events like the homebrewer’s workshop, beer school and even a beer and cheese pairing at the Garrick’s Head pub kept the draught flowing all week.

Microbrewery crawls are sold out this weekend, but tickets are still available to the Women and Beer film screening and panel discussion at the Vic Theatre March 8 ($15), as well as the Brewmaster’s Lunch finale at the Atrium, March 9 at 11 a.m. ($65).

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he sights, smells and sounds of a foreign country can be jarring, but a new play and dance performance by the Inter-Cultural Association aims to do just that.

Arrival: Stories, Mask and Movement tells five true stories of Canadian immigrants from Egypt, Germany, Philippines, Japan and Mexico who have built new lives in Greater Victoria.

“Our hope was one story from each continent, we didn’t get one from Australia, but we got four out of five,” says Paulina Grainger, who produced the play through the Inter-Cultural Association.

The tales are wound together as a cohesive play, drifting back and forth between the comforts of home and the stunted Canadian politeness that can lead to a sense of isolation for many new immigrants.

“One of the big themes (between the writers) was how silent it was when they got here,” Grainger says. “It seemed to be a very hard thing for them to naturally connect to.”

One story explores the difficulty of finding work, while another takes a lighter look at the vast selection of tomatoes available at local grocers. Wrapped within the presentation are themes of spirituality, depression and the discovery of personal freedom.

“We want to break down any stereotypes you might have, and you actually get to meet these people,” Grainger says. “We can go on the soapbox and talk about all the stereotypes and racism we come across, but this is

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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Drive The base GLA 250 comes with a 2.0L turbocharged direct injection 4-cylinder with a healthy 208hp and 258 lb.-ft. of torque, the same as the B-Class and base CLA. There is plenty of acceleration and cruising on the highway is effortless.

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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So is the thought of open air driving. Here are five convertibles under $30K that might help beat the winter blahs.

Fiat 500C – $16,495 As if the Fiat 500 wasn’t cute enough, there’s also a drop top version to give it even more character. The pop trim has a starting price of $16,495, whereas the lounge trim is still starts under $20K at $19,895. Both come with a 1.4L, four-cylinder MultiAir engine, which produces 101 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque.

It’s not an incredible amount of ponies but we’re all equal in stop-and-go traffic. To catch the attention of fellow commuters, the 500C comes with the option of three canvas colours and 14 exterior hues.

You can even retract the roof while driving. Push the power-operated canvas roof button once to open the top to the midway position at speeds up to 96 km/h.

Push it again, and it retracts at speeds up to 80 km/h.

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The latest generation of German convertible boasts more trunk room (201L as opposed to 141L) than the previous two generations, a more “masculine” look and better driving dynamics.

There are two engines to choose from: a 1.8L, four-cylinder that produces 170 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0L, four-cylinder turbocharged model with 200 hp with the manual transmission (but 210hp with the optional automatic DSG) and 207 lb-ft of torque.

Mazda MX-5 – $29,250 Given the title of the world’s most popular two-seat sports car, the front engine, rear-wheel drive Mazda MX-5 is a blast to drive.

This tiny two-door has nothing but good times woven into its sheet metal. The manual vinyl top takes only a few seconds to drop down, allowing driver and pas-

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There’s also the option to outfit it with various transmissions.

Mustang – $29,499 Under the hood of this American muscle car, the Ford Mustang’s 3.7L, V6 engine will give you the grunt and glory of 305 hp. You’ll also be able to fit four people inside along with 272L of cargo around back.

Despite the healthy dose of ponies under the hood, wrangling this convertible is anything but a chore. With either a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission, you’ll be pleasantly surprised as to how gracious this ’Stang can be to drive.

MINI – $29,500 There’s something to be said about driving a MINI. It feels like driving a street-legal go-kart, but without the abrasiveness that go-karts can have. Its pristine handling and fabulous gearbox only enhance the experience. Granted, visibility out the rear with the top up isn’t fabulous, and there isn’t a lot of trunk space (but room for four), those are secondary details. Take the 121 hp MINI convertible for a spin and fall in love with things that come in small packages. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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CALL FOR ENTRIES 12TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival.

Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show.

Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 17, 18 and 19 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: THE ESTATE of FRANCES MARION SISSON, late of 336 SIMCOE STREET, VICTORIA, BC, DECEASED. NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send them to the undersigned Executor at 1055 West Georgia Street, 7th Floor, Vancouver, BC, V6E 4P3, before the 11th day of April, 2014, after which date the Executor will distribute, the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which it then has notice.

Royal Trust Corporation of Canada, EXECUTOR By its Solicitors, HORNE COUPAR

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Re: The estate of Gordon George May, deceased, formerly of 304–1050 Park Blvd, Victoria, BC, V8V 2T4 Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Gordon George May are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the executrix, c/o MacMinn & Company, 846 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC, V8W 1E4, on or before April 7, 2014, after which date the executrix will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the executrix then has notice.

Shirley Curtis, Executrix by her Solicitor, Deborah A. Todd MacMinn & Company

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Take notice that on the 14th day of March 2014 at 9:30 a.m., at Calgary Family Court, Courtroom #1205, 601 – 5th Street SW, Calgary, Alberta, a hearing will take place.  A Director, under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act will make an application for: Permanent Guardianship Order; of your child born on September 29, 2009. If you wish to speak to this matter in court, you MUST appear in court on this date.

You do have the right to be represented by a lawyer. If you do not attend in person or by a lawyer, an Order may be made in your absence and the Judge may make a different Order than the one being applied for by the Director. You will be bound by any Order the Judge makes.

You do have the right to appeal the Order within 30 days from the date the Order is made. Contact: Diane Charlebois; Jackie Ellice; Daniella Eggink Calgary and Area Child and Family Services Authority Phone: (403) 297-2978

RESIDENT MANAGER Experienced residential manager couple required for midsized building in Campbell River. Min 5 yr exp.

Email: bcrentals50@gmail.com DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Emergency Road Service Drivers Totem Towing is looking for drivers for Victoria and Westshore areas. Must have knowledge of Victoria, good driving record, mechanical knowledge and customer relation skills. No towing experience req’d. Shift work with potential of $40,000+/yr.

Benefits after 6 months.

HELP WANTED

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THE BEST Selection of Real, Local Singles. Try FREE! 18+.

Call 250-220-1300 or online at: www.livelinks.com

LOST AND FOUND LOST: 1 gold key on ring with leather fob. View Royal or Sidney area. (250)589-9700.

LOST FEB 26, gold link bracelet in Sidney or Victoria. Sentimental value. Reward. If found please call (250)655-0677.

LOST: KEYS, car opener, green glass bead w/ paw prints & several keys Sidney area. Reward. 250-217-4215.

TRAVEL GETAWAYS

Notice of Hearing For Permanent Guardianship Order To JASON RUSSELL

EXPERIENCED COUPLE needed to manage mobile home park in Port Hardy.

Some small equipment experience necessary. Home provided+ $3000/mo. Send resume: giuliu.inv@telus.net 33010 5th Ave, Mission, BC, V2V 1V5.

Please apply in person with drivers abstract at 3333 Tennyson.

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LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Winter Special.

2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BE YOUR Own Boss Learn to Operate a mini-office outlet from home. Free on-line training.www.freedom-unlimited.info MAKE A FORTUNE with $5000, we know how! Free info pack. Call (250)590-9634.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES EXPERIENCED legal assistants, p/t, f/t, various depts., resume & refs to Jodie@pearcetaylor.com

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call 250.388.3535

Cabinetry Employee Required in Armstrong.

Min 10 years experience in cabinetry, painting & installation.

Fax 250-546-9155 MANAGEMENT and HAIR STYLIST positions available.

Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Must have hairstyling qualifications.

Guaranteed $11/hr, benefits, vacation pay, 25% profit sharing, paid overtime, paid birthday,advanced training and annual advancement opportunities For an interview call 866-472-4339

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD Sandwich Artist req’d F/T or P/T for Broiler Foods dba Subway $10.50/hr.

Take customers’ orders. Portion, assemble, wrap food and package take - out food.

Present bills and receive payments. Must be fluent in English.

Please Contact: Aman brilorsubway@yahoo.ca Fax: 250-590-4066. Address: Unit #7 - 4144 Wilkinson Road, Victoria BC Sandwich Artist req’d P/T & F/T for PG Ventures Inc. dba Subway $10.50/hr. Take customers’ order.

Portion, assemble, wrap food and package take-out food.

Present bills and receive payments. Must be fluent in English.

Contact: Aman pgventures@yahoo.ca Fax: 250-590-4066 Address: 2935 Tillicum Road Victoria BC

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TRADES, TECHNICAL STEEL FABRICATORS Ramsay Machine Works requires steel fabricators immediately. CWB tickets an asset. This is a union position with comparable wages and benefits.

Please forward resumes to Ramsay Machine Works Ltd. 2066 Henry Ave. West, Sidney, BC, V8L 5Y1, Fax: 250-656-1262, or email to: hbaart@ramsaygroup.com

THERAPY GROUPS BIBLIO THERAPY, Film Therapy. Home/Office visits.

Books or films assigned that give insights into problems.

Fees based on income. Contact Robert Weir 250-3837351, rjwjames@hotmail.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES

WELDERS Ramsay Machine Works requires A & B level with all position Flux Core, CWB tickets preferred.

Union positions.

Please forward resumes to Ramsay Machine Works Ltd. 2066 Henry Ave. West, Sidney, BC, V8L 5Y1, Fax: 250-656-1262, or email to: hbaart@ramsaygroup.com

VOLUNTEERS DEVELOPING WORLD Connections based in Kamloops seeks young people aged 16-29 for hands-on development project teams, 4 weeks in one of 13 countries. Costs involved. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

THE EARLY Music Society of the Islands requires a sponsor liaison volunteer to solicit concert sponsors, mainly in May to September. Other positions available. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

THE VICTORIA Read Society needs volunteers interested in children and reading to support Spring Break Camps in Victoria from March 10 to 14 in the morning. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

VICTORIA STROKE recovery Association seeks volunteers to serve on board of the VSRA. Must have experience in finance and secretarial work. Contact Mrs. Neufeld (250)721-4846.

PERSONAL SERVICES MIND BODY & SPIRIT KRIPALU MASSAGE, Reiki, Acupressure, Chair Massage.

I have relaxed clients that have been with me for 5-12 years. See testimonials on website. Women only. Call 250-514-6223 or visit online at: www.andreakober.com Natural Instincts Massage: Intuitive, Nurturing, Afternoons 250-519-1018.

HOLISTIC HEALTH TragerŽ Bodywork allows you to move more freely with less pain and tension. You’ll feel deeply relaxed & have greater mental clarity.

Rae Bilash

CertiďŹ ed Trager Practitioner call for appointment 250-380-8733 www.raebilash.ca * Also Hot Stone Massage

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FREE ITEMS FREE 35 wooden backed chairs. Call (250)478-2113.

FRIENDLY FRANK LARGE DOG kennel, $60.

Dishes and retractable leash also avail, $20. (250)652-3606 METAL SINGER open armed Sewing machine, $35.

(250)370-2905.

OIL LAMP $10. 2400 BTU heater $45. (778)265-1615.

OLDER CRAFTSMAN 10� table saw, 1HP motor+ stand, $90. 250-656-1497.

FUEL/FIREWOOD ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.

GREAT DEAL FIREWOOD. Winter Special. Split & Delivered. Call 250-881-4842.

FURNITURE BEDROOM SUITE. Beautiful dark oak wood: bed frame, dresser with mirror, second dresser, 2 night stands. $2000 obo. Chuck or Susanne: 250-881-8833. See usedvictoria.com ad# 21580893

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE DOWNSIZING Hand & Electric Tools 10 x 5 Billiard Slate Table 100 lb Lino Roller Carpet Cutter 2 briefcases Wine Carboy Lifter 6�x 20� Timber Steel Rollers Lrg.Cap. Sawdust Vaccum Tooled Saddle, Mens jewellry And more!

(Coombs) 1-250-248-4495

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES FOR RENT

AUTO FINANCING

CARS

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division.

TIMESHARE FOR sale; weeks 49 & 51 at Panorama BC Ski Resort. Available for ownership at only the cost for legal fees. Deed property. Call (250)995-2992.

1 Bdrm Suites in Sooke

From $675 per mo Refs required.

To view call

QUALICUM BEACH Ocean view 1600sqft built 2010. 2 bdrm 3 bath 3 levels walk to town beach. 20x12 shop carport, RV parking low maint high efficient home $485,000.

Call 250-228-4623.

250-642-1900

ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewelry. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700

Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court.

Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or

REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

ESQUIMALT

SPACIOUS 1800 sq.ft. 2-bdrm + den, 2 bath townhouse. $479,000. Complete new interior. #1-10045 5th St. Just 2 blocks to Sidney’s main street.

Open House Sat & Sun. 1-3pm. 250-516-0104.

HOUSES FOR SALE

DUPLEX/4-PLEX OPEN HOUSE- Sat & Sun, every weekend, 1-4pm. New Duplex’s For Sale, Duncan, BC at 5909, 5911 Stone Haven Rd in Stone Manor Estate’s (behind Hospital) both properties are 1850sq ft 3 bdrms, 4 bath, 5 appls and much more, $309,000 includes gst.

New Home For Sale: 5887 Stone Haven Rd, 2050sq ft, 2 bdrm+ den+ rec room heat pump, 5 appls, built-in vac, $384,000 includes gst, on bus route near hospital.

Call Gord (250)710-1947.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

BEAUTIFUL WATERVIEW house, approx 3500 sq.ft. lvl entry, 2 flrs w/self-contained 1bdrm in-law suite in sought after area in Gordon Head. Lrg living rm, 4 bdrms, 3 fireplaces, formal dining rm, family rm, lrg rec rm, lrg dbl garage, 4 full baths. $829,000. 4453 Houlihan Court. Open House Sat & Sun 1-4. (250)744-7129.

AFFORDABLE AND quiet.

55+ community in Ladysmith.

Home of the famous Festival of Lights!!!! Carefree manufactured homes on easy care lots for as low as $119,700. Low monthly lot fee. On transit.

Close to parks, community centre, pool and amazing trails. Only 50 minutes from Victoria and less than 20 minutes to Nanaimo. New Home Warranty. Contact Duck Paterson @ 250-246-0637 or email: info@lmfhomes.ca

OPEN HOUSE

250.388.3535

SHARED ACCOMMODATION GOLDSTREAM AREA- 1400 sq ft, newly furnished, w/d, d/w, a/c, big deck & yard, hidef TV, parking.

Working male only. $650 inclusive. Ray 778-433-1233.

SUITES, LOWER

LANGFORD 1-BDRM grnd floor suite, own patio, full kitchen, F/S, D/W, built-in vac, insuite laundry. Utils incld.

Close to shops, Galloping Goose, Royal Roads, golf course, bus route. NS/NP. $850. (Immed). 250-474-0079.

SAANICHTON- 1 bdrm bsmt suite. Avail now. NS/NP. $850 inclds utils. (250)652-1730.

ROCKLAND- lrg 2 bdrm, 2 bath, lving/dining/eating area in kitchen, new carpets, deck,etc.$1355.(250)216-2991

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

Free List with Pictures & Addresses at:

www.JimParsons.com

Bright lg Bach 1,2,3 br. Units Fully reno 5 min drive to DT Victoria Full time on site manager

Move in today 250-588-9799

I give you $2000 cash.

If the sale price is over $700,000 you receive $4000. ✫✫ SELLING? ✫✫ I charge far less commission. For example only $6,900 on a $600,000 sale. A full commission realtor would cost you $21,000 at 6 and 3.

Call me now at 250-508-0739 or visit www.jimparsons.com Jim Parsons, Onepercent Realty VI

AUTO SERVICES $$$ TOP CA$H PAID $$$. For ALL unwanted Vehicles, any condition. Call (250)885-1427.

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.

1986 NISSAN pick-up truck, 2 wheel drive, 6 cylinder, standard, 204,000 km. Good running condition. $1500 obo.

Call (250)812-6565.

MARINE BOATS 12 HOUR on 50 HP motor, 14’ boat, depth sounder transmitter and receiver. $5,000 obo.

Call (250)652-1725.

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SUITES, UPPER

TILLICUM: NEAR mall. Bright 1 bdrm, 3rd flr, 55+ bldg.

Appl’s, coin laundry, balcony, rec rm, $720 incld’s heat. N/S, 1 pet ok. Call (250)245-5707.

DISTRESS SALES BANK FORECLOSURES FIXER UPPERS

2009 KIA Spectra- Reliable new car at a GREAT low price!

36,000 km, under warranty, 4 cylinder, 5 speed, detailed, spoiler, great looking car in mint condition, $8500. Call (778)426-3424.

GLANFORD- 1 bdrm, lrg living rm+ kitchen. W/D. $825 inclds utils. N/P. (778)350-2446.

TOWNHOUSES

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

1990 CHEVROLET Cavalier Z 24, 3.1 Litre. Only 70,000 km on rebuilt motor. Newer Luc High Performance clutch, 5sp trans, near new Yokohama tires. Red, sun roof, mint interior, power doors/windows (new motors and regulators). Pioneer stereo w/iPod adapter, Pioneer 6x9 3 way speakers.

Same owner since 1990, have all receipts. $2500. Chris, 250595-0370 leave message.

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QUADRA/ MacKENZIE: 2 bdrm, 2 bath bsmnt. $950. + utils. small storage, street prkg Avail now. 250-516-5556.

1998 TRAVELAIRE 5th wheel. Exc. cond. new hot water heater, circuit board in fridge, toilet wheel bearings packed tires & electrical brake system checked. In floor heating privacy screens, rubber roof vinyl siding water purification kit, 24x12 outdoor mat.

Full winter storage shroud with breathable sides & rubber roof. $10,000. 250-652-9660.

TRUCKS & VANS

NORTH NANAIMO: 1bdrm private suite. New floors and paint. Shared laundry.

Secure, covered parking.

FREE hydro, cable & wifi.

N/S, No Partiers. $750/mo.

250-756-9746

OPEN HOUSE MAR 9TH. 16748 85th Surrey, Gorgeous Fleetwood Home. 6 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,651 sq ft. Lot 6,069 sq ft. 18yrs old. A grand entrance with vaulted ceilings, and massive windows, Kitchen/family room are open concept.

Family room shares a double fireplace with the den. Mountain view $649,999. For virtual tour: info@ barbraven.com Phone: 778-928-4524

✫✫ BUYING? ✫✫

BUYING - RENTING- SELLING

1 BDRM Very quiet, ocean views, Clean, well maintained.

Laundry, Sauna, Elevator, Hot Water, Heat.

(250) 388-9384

JAMES BAY- spacious 1 bdrm, $815+ utils. N/S, no dogs. Available April 1. Call (778)430-2116.

Jim Parsons 1% Realty 250-508-0739

COLLEGE HEIGHTS, Nanaimo. Beautiful ocean/city views.

4bdrms w/2bdrm suite. Owner will carry mortgage/reasonable down payment. Also LADYSMITH 3bdrm w/1bdrm suite, dble garage +1000 sq.ft. storage area. $25,000 down. 250753-0160

Unique Building Must see

JAMES BAY- spacious 1 bdrm, $815+ utils. N/S, no dogs. Mar. 1. (778)430-2116.

COMMERCIAL BUILDING for sale; central location in downtown Victoria. 3000 sq ft of retail space on main floor + 3000 sq ft on upper floor (4 stories) or art studio. Priced for quick sale. Call (250)813-2458.

1982 GRAND Prix LJ, only 29 original km on car, 350 4 bolt Vette motor and 350 Turbo trans installed in 1985. Seals done in 2008. A.C. works, New head liner 2014, a true time piece. $5,900 obo. Must Sell. Call Terry 250-478-1426.

RECREATION

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

WHITE DAY bed w/trundle includes cover & 3 shams. $275.

Call (250)656-7716.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

VIC WEST- Avail now or April 1st. Bright, sunny, 3 bdrm, near ocean, sunroom, newly reno’d bath, W/D. 5 appls., NS/NP. Refs req’d 1 yr lease. $1650+ utils. 250-383-8800.

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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TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES LANGFORD: 3 bdrm upper duplex. Fenced yard, W/D. Off-street prkg, centrally located. $1100 water, garbage incld’d. April 1. 250-478-6552.

UPPER QUADRA- lrg 1 bdrm suite, all utilities included. Inside cat or small dog ok. Quiet location. $800. 778-350-9303.

HOMES FOR RENT SIDNEY: 2 bdrm rancher, completely remodeled, close to town. NS/NP. Avail now. $1200.+ utils. 604-836-5407.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CA

Calling all local photographers

IT’S TIME FOR

PHOTOS BY

fil here please

Boulevard’s annual Photos By contest showcases the work of talented local photographers like you. Four to six photos will be selected and published in our May issue along with a brief biography of each photographer.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Deadline for submission: March 31, 2014.

Maximum of three photos per person.

Specs: Digital files only, high resolution 300 dpi (greater than 1000K in size) with the potential to fit our cover size at 9.5”X11.25”. Label all files with your name and photo subject title. Images of people will require the subject’s consent to appear in a published photograph.

To enter go to: blvdmag.ca and click the “Photos By Contest” button on the web page, then follow the instructions.

VISIT BLVDMAG.CA FOR MORE DETAILS

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HAULING AND SALVAGE

LANDSCAPING

ACCOUNTING & INCOME tax. Year ends, GST, PST, payroll, T4s & consulting. Personal returns from $49. Avail weekends. Mike 250-888-4652

FURNITURE REFINISHING. Specializing in small items, end-tables, coffee tables, chairs. Free pick-up & delivery.

References available.

250-475-1462.

MIKE’S LAWN and Garden.

Clean-ups, Pruning & More.

Senior’s discount. Free estimates. Mike 250-216-7502.

$20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc.

Free estimates. 250-812-2279.

ANDREW’S GARDENING and Landscaping. Clearing, weeding, pruning, rock work, carpentry, lawns. 20 yrs exp.

Ins. Call 778-967-1246

ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi

Certified General Accountant/ CPA Bookkeeping, Payroll, HST. Set up & Training. E-File

TAX

250-477-4601

CARPENTRY

GARDENING

PND SOIL & GRAVEL MART. Garden manure/compost. Self pick-up, we load. $25/ yard.

1119 Finney Rd 250-478-3322

20% OFF! Pruning, Hedge Trim, Soil/Mulch Del (2 cu yds) Clean-ups. (250)479-6495.

CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all.

Call 250-361-6164.

FAMILY MAN Hauling.

Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.

GARY’S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413.

(250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Yard & garden overgrown?

Lawns have weeds & moss?

Aerating ($75 special), pwr raking. Blackberry/ivy removal.

BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748.

JEREMIAH’S CARPENTRYRepairs, finishing work, custom built gazebo’s, decks & sheds. Call 250-857-1269. www.jeremiahscarpentry.com

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HANDYPERSONS 12% OAP Discount. Paint, Plumb, Carpentry. Power saw, etc. Don (250)661-1588.

BIG BEAR Handyman. Painting, household repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071.

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JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk.

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Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK. PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774 PETE’S HAUL A DAY- Junk removal. Airforce guy. Call 250-881-1221.

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STUCCO/SIDING PATCHES, ADDITIONS, restucco, renos, chimney, waterproofing. Bob, 250-516-5178.

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Sudoku Engineering and Public Works Department The District of Central Saanich invites applications for:

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(Pay Grade 55 $30.64-$33.14 per hour – July 2013 Rate) Plus a full benefit package The District of Central Saanich invites applications for the full-time position of Water/Sewer Lead Hand in the Public Works Division of the Engineering and Public Works Department. Reporting to the Foreman of the Water/ Sewer Section, this position is responsible for directing and supervising the water and sewer maintenance staff to maintain the District’s water distribution and sewer collection systems.

The successful candidate will have a proven ability to support the Water/ Sewer Foreman to perform, assign and oversee both routine and nonroutine water and sewer system maintenance and construction tasks in a competent and efficient manner; work independently with limited supervision; multitask; communicate effectively (oral and written); serve the public in a courteous manner; and establish and maintain a good relationship with the supervisor, other employees and the general public.

The candidate must be physically fit and be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

Qualified candidates may submit resumes in confidence to: The District of Central Saanich, Attention: Norman Doerksen Superintendent of Public Works 1903 Mt. Newton Cross Road Saanichton, BC V8M 2A9 no later than 4:00 p.m. March 24, 2014 marked. Applicants should clearly specify for which position and quote applicable posting number “PW 2014-09 Full Time Water/Sewer Lead Hand” as outlined in the detailed job posting.

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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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GREATER VICTORIA MARKET UPDATE » AS OF MARCH 5

80 » 115 » 3,770 »

TOTAL CONDOMINIUMS SOLD IN FEBRUARY 2014 TOTAL CONDOMINIUMS SOLD YEAR-TO-DATE TOTAL ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS TO MARCH 5

BUYING TIP |Have a Realtor help you look into any restrictions a condo building might have

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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.

Saanich condominium owner Lex Hosh stands in her remodeled kitchen. She bought the unit for a song and used a CMHC program to help cover the cost of renovations.

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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.

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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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203-1110 Oscar, $299,900 Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Freda Franz-Wiggs, 250-477-7291

604-1500 Elford, $374,900 Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Daniel Clover 250 507-5459

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101-445 Cook, $269,000 Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ron Bahrey, 250-477-7291

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1102-835 View St, $289,500 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Peter Crichton, 250-889-4000 302-1494 Fairfield, $287,500 Saturday 2-4 Brown Brothers Real Estate Robert Young 250 385-6900 1769 Haultain, $629,999 Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Arran McLellan, 250 884-3980

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1020 Burnside Rd W Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Corie Meyer, 250-818-3216

1929 Llewellyn Pl, $695,000 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 One Percent Realty Jim Parsons, 250-508-0739

1307 Artesian Crt, $424,900 Sunday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jenn Raappana, 250-474-6003

982 Mckenzie Ave, $299,900 Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty James Liu, 250 477-5353

93-530 Marsett Pl, $549,900 Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Craig Walters, 250-744-3301

92-2600 Ferguson, $369,900 Saturday 3-4 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911

419 Pelican, $769,900 Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250-744-3301

224-40 Gorge Rd. W., $265,000 Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Deanna Noyce, 250-744-3301

301-7070 West Saanich, $229,000 Saturday 2:30-4 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911

624 McCallum Rd, $364,900 Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Gabriella Pakos 250-213-1323

2490 Cadboro Heights Lane, $1,288,000 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Ed G Sing, 250-744-3301 2323 Edgelow St, $849,900 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Ltd. Chuck Meagher, 250-477-1100

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SAANICH PENINSULA 2427 Amelia Ave, $549,900 Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Mike McCulloch, 250-592-4422

2321 Island View Rd, $412,000 Thursday to Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

1698 Texada Terr, $1,030,000 Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ann Watley, 250-474-6003

4210 Quadra, $569,900 Sunday 12-2 SmartMove Real Estate Linda Clark, 250-380-6683

5-240 Burnside Rd E, $339,900 Sunday 1:30-3 Pacifica Real Estate Inc. Judy Jackson, 250-984-2310

8763 Carmanah, $749,900 Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Gordon Lee, 250-385-2033

2641 Platinum Pl, $769,900 Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Gaylene Salina, 250-479-3333

3255 Harriet Rd, $449,900 Saturday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Jim Bailey, 250-592-4422

9820 Seaport, $479,000 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911

48-2847 Sooke Lake, $33,900 Saturday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

2082 Rennie Pl, $449,000 Saturday 1-2:30 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911

3990 Hi Mount, $729,900 Sunday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

3926 Raymond, $459,900 Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Shawn Adye, 250-384-8124

10500 McDonald Park, $585,000 Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Nicole Burgess, 250 384-8124

3640 Vitality Saturday 12:30-2 SmartMove Real Estate Gary Brown, 250-380-6683

625 Vanalman Ave, $539,900 Sunday 2-4 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242

4-9925 Third, $669,000 Saturday 1-2 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911

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707 Windover Saturday 2:30-4:30 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jeff Bishop, 250-477-7291 2655 Sooke Rd, $219,900 Thursday thru Monday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250 744-3301 7-626 Goldstream, $288,500 Sunday 3-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Mark McDougall, 250-483-3562

1078 Jenkins Sunday 2:30-4 SmartMove Real Estate Gary Brown, 250-380-6683

1178 Deerview, $739,000 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

1290 Eston Pl, $885,000 Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448

2610 Midnight Pl, $619,900 Saturday 12-2 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jeff Bishop, 250-477-7291 2377 Swallow Pl. Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Dana Hahn, 250-744-3301 2606 Midnight Pl, $639,900 Saturday 12-2 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jeff Bishop, 250-477-7291

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The new GLA is a practical small SUV perfect for young families or couples that want the same underlying goodness that is in the CLA but with standard all wheel drive and ease of use.

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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 stanbolstered.

The AMG gets upgraded dard GLA with the optional 19-inch 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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Drive The base GLA 250 comes with a 2.0L turbocharged direct injection 4-cylinder with a healthy 208hp and 258 lb.-ft. of torque, the same as the B-Class and base CLA. There is plenty of acceleration and cruising on the highway is effortless.

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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2014 GMC/Chevy Silverado/Sierra: This half-ton pickup has gone through some monumental changes this year. What an improvement with a comfortable and refined interior on all trim levels, and three engine choices, the Eco Tec 4.3-litre V6, 5.3-litre V8, and a 6.2-litre V8.

2015 Chevrolet Colorado: Very similar in design to its big brother the Silverado, this mid-size truck fills a void in Canada.

Still expected to work as hard as a full-size truck, the Colorado can tow more than 3,039 kilograms (6,700 lbs) a 2.5L I-4 engine is standard with an optional 3.6L V6 with a six speed automatic transmission.

2015 GMC 3500HD Denali is a beast. This truck is built to pull and with 10,251 KG (22,600 lbs) of trailer towing capacity it does just that. The 6.6L V8

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With interior upgrades such as 12-way power adjustable bucket seats, heated leather wrapped steering wheel and a Bose sound system you can operate it in comfort.

2014 Ford F150 Ecoboost: With more than 100,000 Eco Boost engines

produced monthly, you can bet a majority of these engines are finding their way into the 2014 F150 pickup.

It holds the record in Canada for highest pickup sales, and at 12.9/9.0 L/100 km (city/highway) it keeps the money in your wallet a little longer.

2014 Ford Raptor: Still one of my favourite off-road vehicles, it has electronic locking rear differential, shift on the fly four-wheel drive, advance trac with roll stability control, and trailer sway control. Front and rear mounted cameras to add a second pair of eyes to the terrain around you and a 6.2-litre V8 engine to help you get up and over that hill.

2015 Ford F150: All new

design features and a completely aluminum body and high strength steel in its frame make this truck up to 317 kg (700 lbs) lighter. It has 11 new class-exclusive features, including 360-degree camera view, integrated loading ramps stowed in the pickup bed, 400-watt power outlets inside the cab, LED headlights and side-view mirror spotlights, and remote tailgate release.

2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel: This is a much-anticipated truck from Ram with a 3.0-litre V6 Diesel engine with a torqueflite eight-speed transmission. Not only will the Ram EcoDiesel give you 420 lb-ft of torque and plenty of towing capabilities, it will also reduce

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2014 Ram 3500: The largest and most capable pickup Ram has to offer.

Alterations to the frame including eight separate cross members, hydro formed frame rails and high strength steel add up to a truck that is capable of towing of towing up to 13,607 kg (30,000lb). A 6.7l Cummins turbo diesel engine delivers 385 hp and 850 lb-ft of torque.

2014 Toyota Tundra: New body style this year, impressive hood and fender design. The western themed 1794 Edition commemorates the founding year of a Texas ranch where the Tundra plant is situated.

This interior is covered with saddle tan brown leather seats and rich maple wood grain panels throughout.

It is powered by a 4.6-litre or a 5.7-litre engine. Can it compete with the big boys?

This is the year to see.

2014 Toyota Tacoma:

The Tacoma has continued to increase popularity and is a very agile four-wheeler. The double cab gives plenty of room for all your buddies and the 4.0-litre V6 engine can get you to your favourite fishing hole and back. With the addition of some modern day technology such as backup camera, heated seats, six airbags, and a power inverter, this truck has everything I am looking for in a pickup. ian.harwood @drivewaybc.ca

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I like the use of technologies to avoid crashes but can’t … commit to fullyautonomous driving.

he car drops you off in the pouring rain at the supermarket entrance and heads off on its own to find a parking spot way the heck and yonder at the other end of the mall.

When you have finished your big shop for the week, it is still raining cats, dogs and frogs so you hit the button on the key fob. The car returns from wherever it was and you load up with nary a drop of the wet stuff falling on your head.

Futuristic fantasy?

Well, getting your hands on the keys to an autonomous drive car may mean a wait until 2020 when Nissan plans to begin selling that feature in multiple vehicles.

However, a car capable of doing the task described in a driverless mode is here in the now.

Nissan granted yours truly the opportunity recently to take a spin in a driverless electric-powered LEAF. Actually, the word spin doesn’t truly describe what was a very smooth and controlled ride around a course loaded with obstacles, traffic lights turning red, cars changing

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The LEAF looked like any normal edition but was loaded with 360-degree cameras, laser scanners, radar and other ‘electrickery’, as a TV character called Catweazle once described the workings of a light bulb.

I felt like that character from my childhood (a caveman hurled through time into the 1960s).

The car pulled away smoothly, stopped at those red lights and signalled turns, a sequence of manoeuvres rarely witnessed

on our roads when there are humans at the wheel. It slowed when a car driven by a human changed lanes ahead of us on the off-road circuit. I would have hit the phoney pedestrian that bounded out from the curb, but not this ghost driver that took instant evasive action.

My drive was on an airport-based circuit away from the real world, while over in Japan, Nissan has conducted some demonstrations on freeways.

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The mock supermarket-shopping demo was the most enjoyable part of my experience because driving around full parking lots looking for a space is

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One day, I walked past a junk yard and saw, what I thought, was a relatively r normal car.

the vehicle could get a person from A to B. Suddenly, I had an idea. Since the car looked fine on the outside, no one had to know its real history. I was a genius.

After a night in the garage with a heater and a little scrubbing, I posted an ad on Craigslist: “2004 black Toyota Corolla for sale. No longer need, bought new car. No room in garage – need to sell ASAP!!! Few scratches, otherwise in great condition. Call cell and we’ll talk price.”

Thirty minutes later I got a call from a sixteen-year old kid – a little younger than my son. We decided to meet at the local mall at about 6:00. I wonder if his parents knew what he was up to.

I arrived at 6:20, telling him I was in a great rush as I had to pick my son up from soccer practice. Turns out he played, too. After some soccer gossip, we got down to business.

I knew that a kid his age just wanted a ride to show off to his friends, so we spent little time on the details. I told him the car was in perfect condition and was never in any accidents. “No problems as far as I know,” I said.

The kid was sold. He trusted me. I never gave him my full name, and he never gave me his.

He gave me the cash, I gave him the car. All was good. I was on my way.

A few days later, I saw a TV program that talked about flood damaged vehicles.

Apparently, flooding can damage the computer systems, which control things like the brakes and steering. And flood vehicles can’t be registered or insured. Who knew?

My mind immediately went to the kid I sold the vehicle to. I felt a twinge of guilt. Then my eyes darted to my stash of cash.

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Go topless for under $30k Perhaps it’s too early to start thinking of going topless. Dreaming about the days when we don’t need to crank the heat or bundle up are warming thoughts.

So is the thought of open air driving. Here are five convertibles under $30K that might help beat the winter blahs.

Fiat 500C – $16,495 As if the Fiat 500 wasn’t cute enough, there’s also a drop top version to give it even more character. The Pop trim has a starting price of $16,495, whereas the Lounge trim is still starts under $20K at $19,895. Both come with a 1.4L, four-cylinder MultiAir engine, which produces 101 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque.

It’s not an incredible amount of ponies but we’re all equal in stop-and-go traffic. To catch the attention of fellow commuters, the 500C comes with the option of three canvas colours and 14 exterior hues.

You can even retract the roof while driving. Push the power-operated canvas roof button once to open the top to the midway position at speeds up to 96 km/h.

Push it again, and it retracts at speeds up to 80 km/h.

VW Beetle – $29,075 One of the most recognizable vehicles on the road is the VW Beetle and its convertible version offers a similar silhouette, thus helping it be spotted easily.

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The latest generation of German convertible boasts more trunk room (201L as opposed to 141L) than the previous two generations, a more “masculine” look and better driving dynamics.

There are two engines to choose from: a 1.8L, four-cylinder that produces 170 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0L, four-cylinder turbocharged model with 200 hp with the manual transmission (but 210hp with the optional automatic DSG) and 207 lb-ft of torque.

Mazda MX-5 – $29,250 Given the title of the world’s most popular two-seat sports car, the front engine, rear-wheel drive Mazda MX-5 is a blast to drive.

This tiny two-door has nothing but good times woven into its sheet metal. The manual vinyl top takes only a few seconds to drop down, allowing driver and pas-

senger to experience the world of topless driving. Under its pint-size hood is a 2.0L, four-cylinder engine with an output of 167 hp and 140 lb-ft of torque.

There’s also the option to outfit it with various transmissions.

Mustang – $29,499 Under the hood of this American muscle car, the Ford Mustang’s 3.7L, V6 engine will give you the grunt and glory of 305 hp. You’ll also be able to fit four people inside along with 272L of cargo around back.

Despite the healthy dose of ponies under the hood, wrangling this convertible is anything but a chore. With either a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission, you’ll be pleasantly surprised as to how gracious this ’Stang can be to drive.

MINI – $29,500 There’s something to be said about driving a MINI. It feels like driving a street-legal go-kart, but without the abrasiveness that go-karts can have. Its pristine handling and fabulous gearbox only enhance the experience. Granted, visibility out the rear with the top up isn’t fabulous, and there isn’t a lot of trunk space (but room for four), those are secondary details. Take the 121 hp MINI convertible for a spin and fall in love with things that come in small packages. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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