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Before unleashing the wrecking ball onto a home about to be demolished, the Oak Bay Fire Department would appreciate having a go at it first. Joint training exercises just concluded between Oak Bay and Saanich firefighters at a home in the 2000-block of Hibbens Close that is slated for demolition. Real life, house fire simulations were employed as firefighters practiced and refreshed their skills. “The owner of that home generously offered the Saanich fire department to use it for training scenarios and because of our mutual aid agreement, they contacted us to see if we wanted to be part of it,” said Oak Bay assistant fire chief Don Roskelley. “The last time we were involved with them in this kind of training was six to seven years ago.” Due to firehall proximities, a fire in the southwest portion of Camosun College’s Lansdowne campus would see the Oak Bay fire department called out first, whereas a fire in the upper portion of the Uplands Golf Club would see Saanich fire department responding first. “It’s really important to create some training opportunities that brings together both departments,” Roskelley said, explaining training space at the firehall is limited. Don Denton/News staff

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(Above) Saanich firefighter Ryan Wells, left, Saanich firefighter Chris Shield, Saanich Fire Captain Colin Gaw and Oak Bay Fire Deputy Chief Tom Pierce go over a plan of attack during a joint fire training exercise. (Far left) Wells cuts through a metal bar as firefighters from Saanich and Oak Bay fire departments take part in the joint practice. (Left) Oak Bay firefighter Lt. Jason Joynson opens a window in the smoke-filled house. The smoke was generated by a machine for the exercise, which was held in a home slated for demolition and donated for the purpose.

Oak Bay fire fighters looking for homes set for demolition Continued from Page A1

“We get to work in a scenario with more people, 10 or 12, which is more realistic when fighting a house fire.” The house being used for the current training exercises actually experienced a fire five years ago, said Saanich Battalion C chief Joe Zsidi. The owner is now looking at redeveloping the vacant house and offered it to Saanich for training purposes before demolishing it. “The owner called us directly,” Zsidi said. “Since we put out the fire in there five years back, he wondered if we would be interested in using it for training and I said, ‘yeah, that would be great.’”

the scenario, the house fire grows and The joint training ended earlier this week and included firefighters engaged in multiple teams need to be assembled to prepare for more problems. various rescue scenarios. Smoke making “It’s organized chaos,” Zsidi machines and strobe lights are said. “It’s so dynamic, dealing used to simulate a house fire “It’s with fire.” and in one scenario, a team organized chaos. The joint-training sessions of firefighters in full gear, and in constant communication It’s so dynamic, also allow Saanich and Oak Bay firefighters to meet those through radio, is tasked dealing with they may work with in the to perform the rescue of a future under mutual aid and dummy from the top floor. fire.” learn about differences in During that rescue, - Joe Zsidi equipment. firefighters will be told that While Oak Bay does not part of the floor collapsed, get the opportunity to train inside real taking down a firefighter who is trapped homes, the Saanich fire department has in the basement with a broken leg – an arrangement where the municipal hall leaving two people to be rescued. In

alerts them when applications are made for a demolition permit. “We contact the owner of the house and start a dialogue,” Zsidi said. “We’ve been pretty successful, we average two to three houses a year.” Oak Bay fire department is hoping to emulate Saanich’s program. “We would appreciate any opportunity to do (training exercises in a real house),” Roskelley said. “We are looking to develop these opportunities more often.” Anyone with a soon-to-be demolished home for use can contact the Oak Bay fire department at 250-592-9121. editor@oakbaynews.com

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It took three years, thousands of volunteer hours and more than 3,500 donors, but the Victoria Hospitals Foundation made history last week by reaching its $25-million goal for the Building Care Together campaign. Campaign chair Leslie Farrell was unable to contain her beaming smile as she stepped towards the podium at the Royal Jubilee Patient Care Centre to make the announcement official on Friday. “We were challenged many times in many ways on this goal, but I always knew as a community we’d achieve it,” Farrell said. More than 100 donors and supporters were on hand, including Victoria Hospitals

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the U.S. during the 1950s. Fins, bogus jet intakes, jet exhausts and jet hood ornaments found their way onto countless cars from that decade. Curiously, the Jet wasn’t among them. There was nothing even slightly swoopy or jet-like about the Hudson Jet. It was a thoroughly upright and conventional compact from a company that later became part of American Motors. Rob Sass is the vice-president of content for Hagerty Insurance. Hagerty is the world’s leading specialist provider of classic car and boat insurance. Learn more at hagerty.ca and you can email rsass@hagerty.com

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Sprint was built by Suzuki for Chevrolet. Powered by a rather anemic three-cylinder engine, its acceleration off the line resembled not so much a sprint but more of a drunken stumble. Its Suzuki-badged counterpart was 1977 Mercury Bobcat known by an equally inapproness, the Excel essentially priate name, the Swift. excelled at nothing — 2. Mercury Bobcat – A unless someone handed bobcat is a rather fierce out an award for “crudest North American wild cat. interior” or “oddest-smellThe Mercury Bobcat, on the ing plastic.” other hand, was essentially 4. AMC Hornet – The a fancy Ford Pinto over hornet is one pugnacious laden with chrome trim and insect, and as anyone who other options that added on has ever been on the wrong additional pounds, sacrificside of one can attest, they ing what little performance definitely can sting. With the Pinto possessed. While the exception of the rare the feline bobcat is plentiful S/C 360 version from 1971, in the wild, the Mercury the AMC Hornet was a version is all but extinct. pleasant-looking and practi3. Hyundai Excel — The cal compact sedan/wagon/ Excel was first car sold by hatchback without much of Hyundai in the U.S., and a sting. given the top-to-bottom 5. Hudson Jet — Jet excellence of the current planes were on the Hyundai lineup, it’s probmind of nearly every car ably a car they’d prefer to designer and ad man in forget. Other than cheap-

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Dart GT could be edgier but delivers value The Dodge Dart has held its own in a sporty compact segment where competition is fierce. Perhaps it is because of its value, the various engine choices or that it has some pretty cool features (like available under-the-frontseat-cushion storage) and a fresh style – inside and out – the Dart seems to be a hit. Two years in, Chrysler has loaded it up with an engine full of gusto, unique styling cues and added a couple of letters on the back and now we have the Dodge Dart GT. What sets it apart from its siblings are a stretcheddown grille and LED headlights. You’ll find the rear clad with the ‘racetrack’ LED lights that run the full length of the trunk. Then there’s a set of 18inch wheels come standard on this vehicle along with a 2.4L, MultiAir, four-cylinder Tigershark engine, matched with a six-speed manual transmission, that brings to the pavement 184 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque. Of all the characteristics I like about this trim of Dart, I think its transmission is the weakest link. In previous reviews of other Dart models – like the 1.4L, Turbocharged version with 160 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque – the gear throws are, in my opinion, too long to really give it that edge and sporty vibe that it needs to compete with vehicles like the VW GTI, Honda Civic Si or even the Ford Focus ST. The gear throws are long and the clutch has little weight to it, taking away the performance aspect of the GT that it should have. On the flip side, the light clutch works favourably in the urban environment. This setup makes being stuck in traffic bearable. Getting back to the gearbox, I really wanted to like

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portion of the package adds a power express open/close sunroof to the mix. After I switched into this mindset, I found I was able to alleviate my frustrations of what the GT didn’t have, but what it did have. Additionally, a feature that I love about the Dart – and all other Dodge/Jeep/Chrysler products – is the Uconnect media interface. The GT comes standard with the 8.4-inch touchscreen and

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Kids tackle football A total of 21 football teams representing eight clubs in three age divisions invaded Bullen Park in Esquimalt last Saturday for the Greater Victoria Minor Football Association’s annual spring football jamboree. In addition to Greater Victoria clubs, teams from Duncan, Ladysmith and Nanaimo enjoyed the day of football, fun and fellowship. Event organizer, Chris Ounsted, had his hands full finding a way to allow each team to play four games at one venue in a single day. He eventually divided the oversized Bullen Park field into four quadrants and conducted four mini games at a time. With no game stoppages

ers loved it. For the coaches it was a perfect opportunity to work out the kinks in their teams and size up the competition before the regular season begins next week. The regular season kicks off on April 5 with games in Langford, Nanaimo and Oak Bay and culminates with the top teams in each of the three age categories battling for the right to hoist the playoff trophy on Gold Cup Sunday on June 22 at Westhills Stadium in Langford. For the complete schedule and more information please visit victoriafootball.ca. reporter@saanichnews.com

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The University of Victoria Vikes men’s rugby squad were unable to carry over last week’s momentum, March 29, falling to a fit Castaway Wanderers squad that capitalized on increased size and speed across the board to hand a depleted Vikes squad a 53-12 loss. The Vikes return home to Wallace Field to play their penultimate match of the season against the UBCOB Ravens, Saturday (April 5) at 2:45 p.m.

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Plan for the Future T he government has declared clients, creating a Will brings families March 31 to April 6 “Make-acloser and creates more certainty and Will Week” to encourage more peace of mind for everyone.” British Columbians to create a A Will is the best way to ensure Will or bring an existing Will up-to-date. that the people, charities or non-profit This coincides with a Mustel Group poll organizations you care about receive conducted this month for the Society of the benefit of your estate. If there Notaries Public of BC that found only is no Will in place, or the Will is not 55% of adults in British Columbia have a properly prepared, an estate may not be current and legal Will. distributed as the deceased intended. The Mustel Group poll, conducted by The costs of administering the estate telephone from March 7 to 19, included may be higher if a legally enforceable 502 adults in BC, and found that only Will does not exist. 20% of people in the 18-to-34 age “I’ve witnessed first-hand the range, 51% between 35 and 54, and tremendous angst and difficulty a family 83% of individuals over 55 have a Will in place. “No one wants to think To find a Notary near you, visit about dying, so for most www.notaries.bc.ca. people the hardest part about making a Will is taking the first step toward making plans and booking an appointment with a Notary or experiences when there is no Will. It can lawyer,” says Kristy Martin, a Langford take years to unravel and sort through Notary. “That said, most people are at excessive legal cost to the survivors,” surprised at how easy it is to create a says Laurie Salvador, a Notary in Sidney. Will, once they set their mind to it, and “An even greater concern is the lack of find the process leads to important a Will leaves your children vulnerable to discussions and decisions. For many wait in foster care while courts decide

Did you know only half of British Columbians have a legal Will? Creating a Will is one of the most important things you can do for your family and friends. We have Notaries in the Greater Victoria area and all over BC. To learn more, visit your Notary or find one near you at www.notaries.bc.ca.

on a suitable guardian. Whereas, a Will empowers you to nominate someone you trust to take immediate care of your minor children.” A carefully planned estate can eliminate or at least reduce stress, taxes and conflict amongst loved ones of the deceased. Without a will there can be doubt, anxiety, stress, hurt feelings, and delays in administering the estate. There is even uncertainly about what the final funeral arrangements should be and who should pay for them. The kindest thing you can do for your loved ones is to leave your affairs in good order. To find a Notary near you, visit www.notaries.bc.ca. What you need to know about the new Legislation Make-a-Will Week 2014 coincides with the Wills, Estate and Succession Act (WESA) which comes into effect on March 31, 2014. WESA combines several Acts, providing greater certainty for individuals who put their last wishes into writing, and clarifies the process for distributing estates where there is no Will.

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Make-A-Will Week March 31-April 6 The new act also: • Allows the court to recognize a document as a Will even if it does not meet all the standards usually required to make a will; • Helps courts ensure a deceased person’s last wishes are respected; and • Lowers the age at which a person can make a Will to 16. With some of the laws about interpreting Wills changing, those whose Will was written before March 31, 2014 may wish to review it with a Notary or lawyer to make sure their wishes can be upheld. A properly prepared and executed Will is the best way to ensure that the people,

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The Masterminds series is co-hosted by the University of Victoria Retirees Association and the Centre on Aging, with support from the university. Registration: 250-721-6369 or email senage@uvic.ca More info: www.uvic.ca/masterminds Please plan to arrive early because seating will be limited. UVic is accessible by sustainable travel options including transit and cycling. For those arriving by car, parking after 6 p.m. is $2.50. The stadium parking lot is recommended.

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When the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre hits the stage at the Royal Theatre April 8 and 9, it will be bringing a little history with it. Principle dancer Rachael McLaren is the first Canadian to dance with the revered New York company. “I went online and did some research and saw this beautiful company and I thought ‘Oh my God … What? … This is incredible. How did I not know this was out there? How am I just learning this now?’” To her credit, McLaren was just 15 years old at the time and a student at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet school. The Winnipeg native has been performing

with the Alvin Ailey company for six years. After training at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet school between the ages of 10 and 17, she moved to Toronto to join the cast of the Broadway show Mamma Mia! as a member of the chorus and as an understudy in a supporting role. “I was the youngest member of the cast at the time,” she says. Two years later, when the production closed, McLaren was on the hunt for work again still not yet 20. Taking inspiration from one of her RWBS teachers Jacqui Davidson, McLaren moved to New York. “I had planned to attend the University of Manitoba and I had a passion for theatre arts – Mama Mia! was a detour in my dance career. She encouraged me to go to summer school at Alvin Ailey.” McLaren began as a scholarship student and later joined Ailey II, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre’s junior company that serves as a bridge between the Ailey school and the professional dance world. She applied to the Alberta Ballet school, Boston Ballet school, Alvin Ailey and Juliard among others and was accepted by all. “Juliard has this incredibly, amazing reputation, but Alvin

Ailey had a company that I could really see a future for myself there,” she said. Now 28, McLaren is living that future with gusto. “The hardest challenge is to be able to keep my body in physical shape. As dancers, we call ourselves ‘athletes without an off-season,’” she says with a laugh. The company will perform two shows in Victoria. On April 8, the repertoire includes Home, a work by hip hop artist Rennie Harris, featuring a pulsing gospel score; D-Man in the Waters (Part 1), choreographed by celebrated New York-based dance artist Bill T Jones and set to Felix Mendelssohn’s Octet for Strings; and Alvin Ailey’s Revelations, based on his memories of growing up poor and black in the southern U.S. The April 9 repertoire includes Another Night, choreographed by young contemporary dance artist, Kyle Abraham; Strange Humors by artistic director Robert Battle, a duet for two men that is equal parts comedic and combative; Revelations; and the classic Ailey work first performed by American Ballet Theatre in 1970 set to the music of Duke Ellington – The River. “It’s a beautiful water-themed ballet,” says McLaren. “It shows the dynamic athleticism of the

dancers … with gorgeous Duke Ellington music.” Born with a passion to dance, McLaren admits it’s a tough road. “I’d say to 15-year-olds out there who love to dance and love to express themselves, you can’t not make it if you have passion. It’s definitely not an easy choice. It’s filled with a lot of hard work, a lot of sweat, tears, rejection. If you know in your heart you have passion and talent, and you know you have something you want to say, there’s a place for you – never give up your dreams. They’re valid.” She encourages youth and adults alike to broaden their horizons and take chances in the world of arts. “There’s something so human about our company and so visceral … it’s unlike any dance experience you’ll ever have.” After six years of touring up to eight months of the year she continues to be enthusiastic about Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre and what it brings to audiences. “There’s no lack of inspiration, no lack of awe in what I get to do, what I get to share with audiences around the world – it’s the coolest thing ever,” she says. For ticket information go to rmts.bc.ca. llavin@vicnews.com

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Chase your blues away with jazz Jazz Vespers is on Sunday April 6 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Philip’s Church in Oak Bay. Enjoy the Lent edition of vespers offering an evening of superb jazz, a short reading and spiritual reflection with the Bob Watts Trio, with Pablo Cardenas on piano and Ross

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Just for laughs See Just For Laughs comic sensation Danny Bhoy in his brand new show in which he takes on some of the biggest and smallest issues in the world. At the Royal Theatre April 5, shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. For information or tickets go to rmts.bc.ca.

MacDonald on bass. St. Philip’s Church is located at 2928 Eastdowne Rd., go to stphilipvictoria.ca or call 250-592-6823 for more information. Admission is by donation. editor@oakbaynews.com

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: THE ESTATE of KAREN ELIZABETH BALSDON, late of VICTORIA, BC. 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 at 3rd Floor, 612 View St., Victoria, BC V8W 1J5, before the 2nd day of May, 2014, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which she then has notice. KELLY WARD EXECUTOR By her Solicitors, HORNE COUPAR

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HELP WANTED MID-ISLAND DAIRY Farm requires F/T non-smoking person for spilt shift. The successful applicant must be punctual, a team player and have a habit of neatness, experienced preferred but willing to train. Housing available. $13-$16/hr depending on experience. Call (250)752-1213.

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ISLAND HEALTH (VIHA)â€™s Auxiliary gift shops at Glengarry, Aberdeen, Mt. Tolmie and the Priory hospitals require customer service volunteers for flexible shifts. Training is provided. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269. KIWANIS PAVILION seeks food service volunteers for the Willows Beach Tea Room starting now for the summer, in support of seniorsâ€™ care. Other positions available. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-3862269. LEARNING THROUGH LOSS which delivers grief and loss education to young people is seeking 2-year board members to assist in grant and fund development. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

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

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NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. View anytime. $339,900 Reduced to $329,000. (250)7539123

1 & 2 Bdrm suites & cabins. Perched on a cliffside with panoramic ocean vista, overlooking The Saanich Inlet. Serene & secure. All amenities on-site, firewood. $500-$1200 inclds utils. Monthly/Weekly. Pets ok with refs. 25 min commute to downtown Victoria. Must have references! Call 250-478-9231.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FREE ITEMS FREE HOUSEHOLD items under carport at 3832 Carey Rd.

FRIENDLY FRANK CREAM MOFFAT fridge, with freezer on top, $60, obo, you pick-up. (778)351-1955.

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

HAMMOCK, TOP quality. Asking $65. Must sell! Call (250)383-4506.

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QUALICUM BEACH- 3 bdrm, 2 bath house, double garage, immaculately clean. $1400+ utils. NS/NP. Avail May 1. Call or text 250-927-5742.

PRIME OAK Bay; New price $635,000. 1 block to Willows Beach, close to shops and schools. 1940â€™s 2 bdrm, bath. Full basement. 2516 Dalhousie St. (corner of Musgrave). Call 250-858-8475 or 250-4728475. Open House Sunday, 1pm-3pm.

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MARIGOLD: 1 bdrm, shared W/D, quiet. NS/NP. $850 utils incldâ€™d. Call 250-727-6217.

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SAANICH WEST. Nice 1bdrm, full height bsmnt suite. Priv. entrance, clean & tidy. On bus route to UVic, near all levels of school & shopping. $850. inclds heat, hydro, laundry & parking. Avail May 1st. Call (250)812-6008 to view.

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STUCCO, Hardy Plank siding, painting, carpentry & roofing. Free est. Dan 250-391-9851.

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REDUCE energy use 50-90% with a super-insulated & airtight new home for the same price as a standard build. E. Olofsson Construction Inc.,Licensed Builders. 604761-3499 designer@olofsson.ca

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AURICLE- Spring cleanups, lawns. Call for all your garden needs. 250-882-3129.

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AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550.

DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141

ABBA EXTERIORS Gutter cleaning & repairs. Seniors discounts. WCB, Insured. Free estimates. (778)433-9275.

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LANDSCAPE & TREE Care Hedges-tree pruning, gardening/landscaping. WCB. 18 yrs exp. Andrew 250-893-3465.

(250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free est.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS COMPLETE HOME Repairs. Suites, Renos, Carpentry, Drywall, Painting. Licensed and insured. Darren 250-217-8131. JACK NASH, serving Victoria over 30 yrs. I do it all! Free estimates WCB. 250-881-3886.

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SHORELINE ROOFING. Reroofing specialist. WCB / BBB member. Quality & satisfaction guaranteed. 250-413-7967. shorelineroofing@shaw.ca

ROMAX MASONRY. Expâ€™d & Professional. Chimneys, Brick Veneer, Retaining Rock Walls, Cultured Stone, Interlocking Paving. Excavating. Fully insured. Estimates. 250-588-9471

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

MOVING & STORAGE (250)858-6747. WRIGHT Bros Moving. $70/hour. 4 ton / lift. Seniors discount. Call Philip. DONE RIGHT MOVING $70/hr. Senior Discount. Free Estâ€™s. No travel time before or after. BBB accredited. Call Tyler at 250-418-1747.

PAINTING

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A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220.

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UPHOLSTERY UPHOLSTERER work. Your fabric 250-480-7937.

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WINDOW CLEANING DAVEâ€™S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190.

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AS OF APRIL 2/COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

26/615 » 66/1,346 » 4,265/4,585 »

Take a good look at the competition – Current listings will tell you what similar properties are on the market and which might be in competition with your home

The days of bidding wars on Greater Victoria homes and deals being written on the kitchen table after a viewing seem like the distant past when considering today’s residential real estate market. Agents who have spoken to Homefinder in the past have said that’s a good thing, in that it not only allows them to spend more time working with clients to determine the right price for which to sell their home, it can give sellers more certainty and understanding of the market. “In this kind of market, if a seller is really well prepared, for example, if the house is really well presented and ready to go, they’re going to find their experience is that much better than someone who isn’t prepared,” said Victoria Real Estate Board president Tim Ayres. The stability of the market these days means sellers are not having to take a huge drop from their asking price, he said. With no real upward or downward pressure on prices, the decision to sell can be one that comes when moving “feels right” to the homeowner, Ayres said. There are still people who are not as motivated to sell and delay putting their home on the market, in an attempt to ride an upward wave and maximize the amount they’ll receive. Doing so can be a mug’s game, he said. “I think timing the market is always impossible. You’ll never

Do you have a homebuying or selling story you’d like to share with us? Email ddescoteau@ vicnews.com To advertise in Homefinder, contact Oliver Sommer at: osommer@black press.ca

NEW LISTINGS THIS MONTH/ TOTAL FOR APRIL 2013 TOTAL ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS/PEAK, APRIL 2013

A stable market can work for sellers, too

March sales figures show promise for people looking to sell in the near future

– Courtesy Royal LePage Realty

NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES, MONTH-TO-DATE/APRIL 2013

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The residential real estate market in Greater Victoria saw sales 20 per cent higher in March than the same month in 2013. Sellers and buyers alike have more certainty around pricing in this stabilized market, says Tim Ayres, local Realtor and the president of the Victoria Real Estate Board. know whether it was a good time to buy or sell until a few months down the road.” In general, there is still enough product out there for buyers to be able to take their time. Conversely, sellers are also going to have to be patient, he said. There are some exceptions to that rule, however. As Ayres said, well-prepared, well-priced homes are still getting snapped up quickly. As well, prop-

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Victoria 757 Front St, $534,900 Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. David Dand, 250-477-7291 807-66 Songhees, $579,900 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Susan Carley, 250-477-7291 204-420 Linden Ave, $299,000 Sunday 2-4 Kroppmann Realty, Dale Kroppmanns, 250-478-0808 202-330 Waterfront, $489,900 Saturday 2:30-4 Pemberton Holmes Shawn Adye, 250-384-8124 215-50 Songhees, $535,000 Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Daniel Clover 250 507-5459

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211-50 Songhees, $424,900 Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Daniel Clover 250 507-5459

320-50 Songhees Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Daniel Clover 250 507-5459

606 Speed Ave, from $235,000 Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Scott Munro, 250 477-5353

410-50 Songhees, $509,000 Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Daniel Clover 250 507-5459

1020 Verrinder Ave, $735,000 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Shelley Saldat, 250-589-4014

1059 Beverly, $619,900 Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Jack Petrie, 250-385-2033

320-50 Songhees, $559,000 Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Daniel Clover 250 507-5459 642 Craigflower, $669,000 Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty Mark McDougall, 250-588-8588 1-1309 Mckenzie Ave, $378,000 Saturday 11-1 Sutton Group West Coast Realty

108-545 Manchester Rd, $165,000 Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty June Wing, 250-479-3333

203-1745 Leighton Rd, $249,900 Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Philip Illingworth, 250-477-7291

506-828 Rupert, $399,500 Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Lorraine Stundon, 250-812-0642

2822 Cedar Hill Rd.,$329,900 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Philip Illingworth, 250-477-7291

209-845 Yates St. $285,000 Saturday 1-3 Boorman’s Real Estate Dean Boorman, 250-595-1535

413-50 Songhees, $539,900 Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Daniel Clover 250 507-5459

510-165 Kimta Rd, $379,999 Saturday 1-2:30 Fair Realty Ltd. Sean Thomas, 250 896-5478

304-55 Songhees, $649,900 Saturday 2-4 Brown Brothers Real Estate Robert Young 250 385-6900

199 Olive St, $809,900 Sunday 2:30-4 Pemberton Holmes Shawn Adye, 250-384-8124

733A Humboldt (200 Douglas) Saturday, Sunday & Monday 1-4 Macdonald Realty Helene Roy, 250 883-2715

1504A Glentana Rd, $329,000 Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Doug Poruchny, 250-474-4800

eSQUiMalt 507 Joffre St, $459,900 Sunday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

101-1235 Johnson St, $279,900 Saturday 2-4 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242

948 Garthland Rd. $1,499,800 Sunday 2-4 JonesCo Real Estate Ian Heath, 250-655-7653

1910 Moss Park Gdns, $784,900 Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250-744-3301

10-850 Parklands Dr. Saturday 2-4 Fair Realty Brian Markle, 250-480-5999

2355 Belmont Ave., $425,000 Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Cheryl MacMillan, 250-507-2435

1127 Lyall St, $449,000 Sunday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Fred Lerch, 250-889-2528

311-2520 Wark St, $175,900 Saturday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty John Byrne, 250-479-3333

oak bay 1520 York Pl, $947,000 Saturday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Kathryn Alexander, 250-881-4440 624 St Patrick, $818,000 Sunday 2-4 Brown Bros Robert Young, 250-385-6900 3553 Murdoch Cres, $624,900 Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheri Crause, 250-592-4422

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1120 Hollis Rd, $589,900 Saturday & Sunday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

3316 Quadra St, Sales Center, $292,900 Wednesday-Sunday 1:30-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Ltd. Chris Scott, 250-477-1100 4009 Cedar Hill Rd, $489,900 Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast James Gardiner (250) 507-4333 20-4035 Maltwood Lane, $549,000 Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Jerry Mireau, 250-384-8124 316-1620 McKenzie Ave, $389,900 Saturday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

25-3958 Cedar Hill Rd, $229,900 Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Mike Lock, 250-384-8124

316-3225 Eldon Pl. Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Elfie Jeeves, 250-477-7291

7-3981 Saanich Rd., $339,900 Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

3926 Raymond St., $449,900 Sat. 12:30-2 Pemberton Holmes Shawn Adye, 250-384-8124

3316 Quadra St, Sales Center, $252,900 Wednesday-Sunday 1:30-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Ltd. Chuck Meagher, 250-477-1100

4-3957 South Valley Dr, $584,900 Sat. 1-3 Sotheby’s International Sandy Medler, 250-514-5053

1874 Forrester St, $585,000 Saturday 2-4 JonesCo. Real Estate Roger Jones, 250-361-9838 1581 Mileva Lane, $1,050,000 Sunday 2-4 Newport Realty Laurie Abram, 250-385-2033

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6963 Hagan Rd, $499,900 307-1514 Church Ave, $398,000 Sunday 1-3 Saturday 1-3, Sutton Group West DFH Real Estate Ltd. Coast Realty June Wing, 250-479-3333 Ally Guevin, 250-477-7291 2485 Shoreacres, $389,000 2490 Cadboro Heights Lane $1,288,000 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Re/Max Camosun Judy Campbell, 250-744-3301 Ed G Sing, 250-744-3301 1702 Texada Terr., $1,099,000 Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes 4024 Zinnia Rd., Ray Milan, 250-881-9171 Sat. 12-1:30 One Percent Realty 3-1950 Cultra Ave, $359,900 Guy Effler, 250-812-4910 Saturday 1-3 3795 Burnside Pl, $539,900 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Fred Lerch, 250-889-2528 Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003 2321 Island View Rd, $412,000 522 Heatherdale Lane, $599,900 Thursday to Sunday 1-3 Sat. 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Re/Max Camosun Jim Reslein, 250-216-6967 Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

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170 Kamloops Ave, $528,888 8763 Carmanah Terr, $749,900 Sun.12-2 Century 21 Queenswood Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Realty, Anke Venema, 250-477-1100 Gordon Lee, 250-385-2033 624 Sedger Road, $529,900 Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250-744-3301

1729 Texada Terr, $885,000 Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

307-9805 Second, $267,000 1032 Limestone Lane, $595,000 Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Saturday 1-3 Coast Realty, Inez Louden, 250-812-7710 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Goran Tambic, 250-592-4422 10976 Madrona Dr, $869,000 Sunday 2-4 2377 Swallow Pl, 434,900 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Saturday 1-3 Robin Lewis, 250-656-0131 Re/Max Camosun Dana Hahn, 250-744-3301 2427 Amelia Ave, $529,900 Saturday 2-4 3310 Ocean Blvd, $875,000 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Mike McCulloch, 250-592-4422 Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736 8880 Park Pacific Terr. 205-2747 Jacklin Rd. Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Sunday 2-4 Craig Walters, 250-655-0608 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty 6745 Barbara Dr, $469,000 Sandra Govender, 250-592-4422 Saturday 12-2 One Percent Realty 2344 Nicklaus Dr., $799,900 Ray Kong, 250-590-7011 Saturday & Sunday 2-3:30 6337 Rodolph Rd., $659,900 RE/MAX Camosun Saturday 12-2 & Sunday 1-3 Don Burnham, 250-516-1510 Sutton Group West Coast Realty 822 Hockley Ave, $384,500 J. Ross Bruce, 250-744-7564 Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Thomas Krumpic, 250-478-9600 3379 Vision Way, $324,900 376 Atkins Ave., $359,900 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Pemberton Holmes Mike Hartshorne, 250-590-3921 Jim Fields, 250-857-5467 Nicklaus Ridge, Sat.& Sun. 1-4 758 Egret Cl, $679,900 RE/MAX Camosun Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Roy Banner, 250-478-9600 DFH Real Estate Ltd.

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2655 Sooke Rd, from $219,900 Thursday thru Monday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250 744-3301

5575 Medberry Cl, $559,000 Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736

1178 Deerview Pl, $719,000 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

6656 Horne Rd, $499,000 Sunday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Kathryn Alexander, 250-881-4440

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