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Cash company thwarts grandparent scam Daniel Palmer News staff

Betty Clarke was going about an otherwise normal day when her home phone rang. The man on the other end of the line claimed to be her grandson, Dalyn, and said he’d just been in a serious car accident in Quebec. “He said there was quite severe damage that was going to cost just under $2,000, and this had to be deposited to an account right

away,” said Bob, Betty’s husband. The retired Saanich couple panicked. They stopped at their credit union then headed to a local Money Mart to wire the cash as instructed. It was there an astute employee told the couple they were about to become the next victims of an increasingly popular fraud operation: the grandparent scam. “Apparently a lot of phone calls like this come from Quebec, so when Betty told them she was

sending the money to Quebec, the clerk said, ‘Wait a minute.’” The Clarkes headed to the police station, where officers told them the problem is proliferating across Greater Victoria and Canada. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received more than 43,000 complaints and tracked 11,700 victims of fraud in 2013, the most recent statistics available. Those numbers have held relatively steady since 2011, but grandparent or “emergency” scams are now listed as the

third-most frequent scam behind false prizes and offers for lower interest rates. “Several of these types of scams have been caught at the point of the money transfer by people employed by the money transfer businesses, and we are appreciative of the fact they have intervened,” said Sgt. Steve Eassie of Saanich Police. PlEASE SEE: Astute staffer saves ... Page A4

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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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charities or non-profit organizations you care about receive the benefit of your estate and the best way to ensure your Will is valid and enforceable is to prepare with a trained legal professional. Creating a Will takes less time than most people think and can often be completed in one or two meetings. A good way to start the process is to identify a legal professional in your community—someone you trust who can assist you in preparing a proper and legal Will.

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In consultation with you financial and legal advisors, arrange for your assets to be distributed to all your beneficiaries in a way that will maximize tax benefits.

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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With a will get your way “If I die you get my hockey cards” just doesn’t cut it unless it’s spelled out in a will – a legal document outlining where your leftovers go after death. More than half of B.C. adults have a current and legal will, 55 per cent according to a provincewide poll done last month by Mustel Group for The Society of Notaries Public of BC. As the provincial push – Make a Will Week – wraps up Sunday, perhaps that number will jump. Who really wants to leave bushels of money laying around with no clear direction? As the old axiom says, death and taxes are the only sure things in life. With a will, you get to choose where the last of your cash and hard-earned trinkets (not to mention minor children) will go upon your death. And ideally, less will go to taxes. The legal document ensures your loved ones, or charities of choice benefit. Family shouldn’t have to second guess your wishes, or deal with extra-costly administration while they’re busy grieving. In this day and age it can be difficult to afford putting cash into the non-profit community. One way to do that is to set aside an endowment after death. You won’t need it anymore, and there’s the whole giving back theory. Of course karma would be moot at that point and the whole ‘giving back makes you feel good’ theory wouldn’t really come into play, but sometimes it’s about doing the right thing. And it will feel good now. Those hockey cards could fund libraries, art galleries or environmental endeavours for future generations.

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Fall ballots should feature a-word Although 91 mayors and councillors may seem appropriate in our fractured region for some, having been active across the region in public speaking engagements, the feedback we receive from most citizens is we are in need of improved and more streamlined regional governance through some level of amalgamation. Putting a non-binding question on municipal ballots would serve to legitimize public opinion on the matter to an extent that the discussion can move beyond the uninformed comments we so often see stated by many politicians across our region and would further give impetus to have a formal study. It is somewhat ironic that among the thousands of petition signatures we have collected, more Saanich residents have signed our petition than any other municipality in the region. Yet, we are informed a bylaw prevents us of even presenting our ballot request to Saanich council and Mayor Frank Leonard says we are simply a distraction. There is still an opportunity for Saanich residents to have their democratic rights expressed. You can make a difference by emailing Saanich council at council@saanich.ca and asking for the right to express your opinion on this important issue at the ballot box this fall. John Vickers, vice chair Capital Region Municipal Amalgamation Society

Political credibility a two-way street Columnist Tom Fletcher insists the NDP’s coasting into oblivion with the revelation that MLA Jenny Kwan was a recipient of Portland Hotel Society’s “indiscretions”. If this is true, then the BC Liberals must equally be at risk of extinction through MLA Linda Reid’s “indiscretion”. Yet Mr. Fletcher mentions nothing of the latter, while making the unsubstantiated assumption that Ms. Kwan’s ignorance of her ex-husband’s doings in the Portland Hotel Society is “simply not credible.” What gives, Mr. Fletcher? Richard Weatherill Victoria

Chamber sewage input motivation in question Regarding the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce’s endorsement of the CRD sewage treatment project, the chamber is behind the curve – in more ways than one.

They sent a letter to Esquimalt mayor and council on Thursday, March 27, requesting that they approve the application by Seaterra for the McLoughlin Point site. They missed the boat. The public hearings closed on March 22. They had their chance to make their position clear. The motivation by the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce is questionable. They claimed to have examined alternatives that were not feasible. Really? I see no evidence that they examined anything. They’re just reiterating the same lack of scrutiny handed down by the CRD. Here’s the real motivation: “The project creates a significant economic opportunity,” according to the letter. Bingo. The contractors win. The taxpayers lose. And the marine environment surrounding Victoria remains unchanged. The public is not buying this. The Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce image just got flushed. Dave Ferguson Saanich

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Organizers expect an empowering environmental youth festival to draw hundreds of students from as far afield as the Lower Mainland to Claremont secondary. “We’re attracting a lot of students from across the province,” said Grade 12 student Jeff Lewis-Manning, among the organizers of the 4th Annual YesBC Youth Climate Action Summit and Off the Grid Music Festival at Claremont. The festival shifts to Claremont from the West Shore where it was held near the end of May for the past three years and included the Fort Rodd Hill outdoor venue for the concert. Claremont offers a more weather-proof indoor venue for the April 17 summit and festival. “We found that even at the end of May it was a bit late to catch the senior students, who are busy with exams then,” said Judy Fainstein, founder of YesBC (Youth for Environmental Stewardship). “We’re trying something different this year, and everything’s going to be at the school, Claremont secondary. We hope the students take more ownership of the event.”

She hopes to hit 200 to 300 students this year with the byregistration summit for middle and secondary students during the day, and the public concert after school hours. “A lot of this is student-led so it’s been an evolving thing, where over the years little by little students have taken on more leadership roles,” Fainstein said. Topics for the student-led workshops this year include green careers, food security, youth activism and social media for social change. Claremont will utilize its work at Haliburton Farm as its session during the summit, taking a group out for a tour of the farm. Other area schools including Reynolds and Oak Bay are set to present among the 12 workshops organized so far. “It’s providing students with great leadership opportunities because not only are we facilitating workshops, people will be giving presentations and we’ve been organizing everything,” Lewis-Manning said. “Engaging the community is a big part of it. We’re basically ambassadors for YesBC and the community.” Guests include Saanich-Gulf Island MP Elizabeth May, Oak

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to the nub of this column. Telling you what sends me off the edge is a form of therapy that invariably evolves into group therapy. Hence, our weekly “What Drives U Crazy?” spot in Driveway, in which we encourage you to reveal what poor driving habits send you off the deep end. Your correspondent also has a less selfish wish that by identifying this appalling behaviour we could educate the sources of our collective annoyance. I know that might be considered dreaming but let’s give it the old college try. When I talk about what burns me at gatherings, people usually say “don’t get me started” then proceed to regale me with their pet peeves. As that is the purpose of this exercise, let me get you started. Five things that drive me nuts, a short putt I know. 1. Those who either won’t move more than their front wheels into an intersection on a green light or remain behind the line. 2. Drivers who let cars stack up behind them because they want to make a left over a solid white centre line. 3. Weaver birds who race down the curb lane then cut into traffic when they near a parked car. 4. Impatient folks who try to swing around you dangerously as you proceed to park at the curb. 5. People who signal a left as the light changes to green. That last example makes me want to ram the offender through the intersection. Many more manoeuvres needle me. However, I’ll get off the couch now because I think I may have got you riled enough to share your road rage. What Drives U Crazy? – Tell me. You will feel much better for having done so. I promise. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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2008 CHEV HHR LS

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2010 MAZDA B4000

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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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10,798

28,788

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2004 INFINITI G35 2008 PONTIAC MONTANA 2011 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT

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9,998

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2008 DODGE RAM 1500 SPORT

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4,588

2013 CHEV IMPALA LT

Stk #D15518

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2012 VW ROUTAN S

VICTORIA NEWS

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Stk #T15397

21,798

Stk #D15647

Stk #T15682

15,488

25,498

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2008 PONTIAC WAVE SE 2009 DODGE CHALLENGER SE Stk #D15592A

Stk #D15732

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6,888

18,498

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2006 NISSAN ALTIMA S 2009 PONTIAC MONTANA 2013 FORD FUSION TITANIUM

2012 VOLVO C30 T5

2006 CHEV COBALT LT

This turbo hatch pumps out 227hp yet is a Volvo, so that means safety!

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10,388

9,488

10,588

27,398

Stk #D15782

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19,998

8,398

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 FORD FOCUS SES 2013 FORD FOCUS TITANIUM

2013 FORD EDGE SEL

2013 MAZDA MAZDA3

2009 TOYOTA YARIS

2007 MAZDA MAZDA5

2005 PONTIAC VIBE

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Stk #C15828

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2012 NISSAN TITAN PRO-4X

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Stk #T15888

16,498

8,998

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12,998

Stk #D15707A

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4,898

39,688

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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Stk #D15914

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Stk #D15918

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16,698

SOLD!

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17,588

$ Not exactly as shown

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Stk #V15904

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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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VICTORIA NEWS

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128i

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2012

26,698

2008 BMW

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R YEA

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2011 FORD FIESTA SES 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER SV

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$ Not exactly as shown

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2005 CHEV EQUINOX LT

German made, top safety pick! 283Hp 6-spd auto, the perfect van!

Serviced brakes, lots of warranty remaining! Don’t go new... Save!

AWD, leather, roof! Glass claim only! Great brakes! What a deal!!!

16,498

18,488

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14,598

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2010 NISSAN XTERRA

2010 MAZDA B4000

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Stk #D15406

18,998

Stk #D15694

9,498

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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21,698

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16,998

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15,998

10,998

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9,388

PL A

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PL A

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10,798

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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #D15708

36,698

Stk #T15702

19th

2009 BMW

2004 INFINITI G35 2008 PONTIAC MONTANA 2011 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT

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14,498

Stk #D15632

4x4, leather! Hemi! This rare regular cab is too unique to pass up!

9,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2008 DODGE RAM 1500 SPORT

Stk #D15608

BEST

4,588

2013 CHEV IMPALA LT

Stk #D15518

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Glass repair only! Only 117,000kms! Great commuter car!

2012 VW ROUTAN S

VICTORIA NEWS

R YEA

Stk #T15397

21,798

Stk #D15647

Stk #T15682

15,488

25,498

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2008 PONTIAC WAVE SE 2009 DODGE CHALLENGER SE Stk #D15592A

Stk #D15732

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B.C. Only! Rwd! Auto! This classic has 22” rims! Turn heads and burn rubber!

6,888

18,498

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2006 NISSAN ALTIMA S 2009 PONTIAC MONTANA 2013 FORD FUSION TITANIUM

2012 VOLVO C30 T5

2006 CHEV COBALT LT

This turbo hatch pumps out 227hp yet is a Volvo, so that means safety!

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Stk #D15769

Stk #D15777

Stk #D15772

Great brakes and tires! Leather! Under $10k, under 70,000kms!!! Insane!

This Montana has just 52,311kms since 09! Do the math... Now drive on in!

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10,388

9,488

10,588

27,398

Stk #D15782

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #D15790A

19,998

8,398

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 FORD FOCUS SES 2013 FORD FOCUS TITANIUM

2013 FORD EDGE SEL

2013 MAZDA MAZDA3

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2007 MAZDA MAZDA5

2005 PONTIAC VIBE

2013 FORD F150 XLT

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B.C. only! A perpetual best seller, come in today or miss out on THE ONE!

B.C. only! The perfect commuter car, this one’s averaged just 10,000kms/ yr!!!

Sliding size door, roof racks, moonroof and it seats 6! No need to compromise!

2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE

Stk #F15815

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14,998

Stk #C15828

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20,688

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2012 NISSAN TITAN PRO-4X

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29,598

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

29,898

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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12,698

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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16,498

8,998

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12,998

Stk #D15707A

New plugs! At less than $5k, we can’t make any money! This is a no-brainer!

SOLD!

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Stk #V15865

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4,898

39,688

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2012 MAZDA MAZDA3 2002 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS Stk #V15859

Stk #D15914

2003 BMW 530

2007 CHEV COBALT SS

2008 FORD F250 XL

Stk #D15761A

Stk #D15918

B.C. only! Bluetooth! Brakes like new! This is the ideal hatch and deal!

AWD! New front struts! Machines front rotors! New tires! All in one!

RWD! Roof! Leather! It’s a 5 SERIES BMW for under $10,000! Get in here!

B.C. only! Glass claim only! Moonroof! This 5 spd orange blaze is HOT!

4x4! Offroad package! Long box! Not even broken in yet! Time for more!

Heated seats! Sync! Ambient lighting! Fuel efficient, fun & incredible savings!

16,698

SOLD!

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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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17,588

$ Not exactly as shown

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

6,588

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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9,998

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7,398

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

E HICL

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VICTORIA NEWS

16th

Best City

of the

2012

26,698

2008 BMW

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R YEA

3.99%

The best part about a record month is all the new INVENTORY! Have you never been to GALAXY MOTORS? Now's the time! Lots of fresh trade-ins and new vehicles. Why Pay More? Drive a Little, SAVE A LOT!

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E HICL

PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL APRIL 10, 2014

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2011 FORD FIESTA SES 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER SV

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$ Not exactly as shown

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11,425

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8,226

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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.

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

FREE HOUSEHOLD items under carport at 3832 Carey Rd.

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

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

HOLISTIC HEALTH BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES SERIOUS, RETIREMENT Impact. Do you have 10hrs/wk that you want to make more productive? Work from home. www.freedom4life.net

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

â€˘ Certified Home Study Course â€˘ Jobs Registered Across Canada â€˘ Gov. Certified www.RMTI.ca / 604.681.5456 or 1.800.665.8339

TragerÂŽ Bodywork allows you to move more freely with less pain and tension. Youâ€™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

FINANCIAL SERVICES

VOLUNTEERS 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.

Years of experience Excellent references. Reliable, trustworthy (250)812-0027 LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD? Pardon Services Canada. Established 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. A+BBB Rating. RCMP Accredited. Employment & Travel Freedom. Free Consultation 1-8NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

PETS

NEW HARDIE board, 76â€™x9â€?, $39. Call (250)652-3606. YAMAHA PIANO with bench, $90. Great for beginners. Call (250)652-0549.

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

GARAGE SALES SIDNEY. SAT. April 5, 9am2pm. Electronics, TV stand, dressers, end tables, new decor, items to stage a home. Queen headboard, mattress & box spring, ladders, tools & garden accessories. 9576 Lapwing Place, airport side.

PETS FREE HAMSTER+ cage. Call (250)656-4853.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

ANGUS BEEF - naturally raised with no hormones or steroids. Alberg Family Farm, 1516 Mt. Douglas Cross Rd. Farm sales Saturdayâ€™s, 9-1pm, Most cuts available. You can buy a 1lb or 2lb or order a side of beef. (250)477-3321.

HELP WANTED

Production Assistant Real Estate Victoria has an immediate opening for a Production Assistant, reporting to the Operations Manager. This entry-level position involves ad entry and proof reading. QualiďŹ ed applicants have strong organizational skills, the ability to be focused, work well in deadline driven environment, have excellent attention to detail and accurately type at least 80 words per minute. Comfortable in a Windows environment you will be familiar with Word as well as email and web browsing software. You must also be quick to learn an industry speciďŹ c software package. Experience in print media and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred but not required. Candidates must be willing to work days Monday to Wednesday, totaling approximately 20 hours a week. Black Press is Canadaâ€™s largest independent newspaper group with over 150 community, daily and urban papers located in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio. To apply, please send your resume to: Loralee Smyth, Operations Manager 818 Broughton Street, Victoria BC V8W 1E4 or email lsmyth@blackpress.ca with â€œProduction Assistantâ€? in the subject line. Deadline to apply is April 9, 2014 www.blackpress.ca

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS 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

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 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 storage) or art studio. $879,000. Priced for quick sale. Call (250)8132458.

DUPLEX/4-PLEX OPEN HOUSE- Sat & Sun, every weekend, 1-4pm. New Home For Sale: 5887 Stonehaven Dr, 2050sq ft, 2 bdrm + den + rec room heat pump, 5 appls, central vac, $364,500. Near hospital. Quality homes at an affordable price. Call Gord (250)710-1947. OPEN HOUSE- Sat & Sun, every weekend, 1-4pm. New Duplex For Sale, Duncan, at 5909 Stonehaven Dr in Stone Manor Estateâ€™s (near Hospital) 1850sq ft 3 bdrms, 3.5 baths, 5 appls and much more, $295,000. Call Gord, 1-250746-7240.

FOOD PRODUCTS

HELP WANTED

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Available

INGLIS 2 door fridge in white with ice and water dispenser. Like new. $500. Mans leather jacket, like new, size 38. $50. Call (250)744-1756.

ARE you 55+? Worklink offers a funded 10 week job re-entry program for non-EI eligible applicants. Call 250-381-1194

CNC MAZAK MACHINISTS. Live, work & play in sunny Shuswap. ISO Certified, Excellent Safety record, Spotless shop. New machines & Brand new building on the way 50K-80K+ /yr + OT and bonuses. Multiple positions available for the RIGHT people. 4+ Axis experience an asset. Apply by: mattm@accessprecision.com Fax: 250-832-8950

REGISTERED CAREGIVERS

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

APPLIANCES

EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES/ RESUMES

LM JONES Holdings Inc. DBA Tim Hortonâ€™s. Food service supervisor. Permanent, F/T, P/T, shift work, overnight, days, wknds and eveâ€™s. 1-2 years experience. Starts ASAP, 4 positions. No education reqâ€™d. 2 locations; 3749 Shelbourne St and 2343 Beacon Ave, Sidney. Wage: $12.12/hour. Email: th102057@telus.net or in person at the locations. 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.

HOME CARE SUPPORT

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

FOR SALE BY OWNER MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

RV STUFF priced to sell. Some used, some free. Roof racks, table saw, grease & oil, & lotâ€™s more. (250)479-1771.

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.

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

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

Are You 55+?

Looking for work?

We offer employment assitance and a training allowance (to eligible participants)

250-388-7350 urbanjo@ethoscmg.com

Please contact us for full eligibility details.

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOUSES FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

SUITES, LOWER

AUTO SERVICES

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.

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

CAMPBELL RIVER: 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath Bare-Land Strata patio home on Golf Course. Gated adult comm. with min. maint. Small pet ok. $345,000. W/C acc. (250)286-1719

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

QUADRA VILLAGE. 1-bdrm, reno’d, top floor, h/w floors, cat ok. $800. (250)812-4154. SIDNEY 1-BDRM apt, balcony, parking, quiet, near beach. $790. (250)812-4154.

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

HOMES WANTED 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

FRASER TOLMIE APARTMENTS 1701 Cedar Hill X Road (at Shelbourne St) Deluxe 1 & 2 bdrm suites Beautiful grounds with resort style amenities INQUIRE TODAY: 250.477.6323 or frasertolmie@bentall kennedy.com www.frasertolmie.ca Proudly Managed By Bentall Kennedy Residential Services

WANTED to PURCHASE, House w/ private, quiet, sunny W or S backyard in Oak Bay, Fairfield & area. (250)8964296 or tarsan2@shaw.ca

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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

COTTAGES

NANAIMO: 1450SQ.FT, Open concept, 2bdrm, 2bath Rancher on 1/2 acre. Dbl garage, mature trees, greenhouse, RV prkg.$359,000. (250)753-5826

OTTER POINT RV Trailer Park. 40’ park model trailer (no pad fees) 3 slide outs + 30’x52’ lot, finished deck & shed in new cond. Reduced to $117,900. obo. Owner willing to look at financing. Call (306)290-8764.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4 PM. 2614 Ernhil Dr. Totally renovated 3 bdrm, 2 bath home. New exotic H/W floors. Lrg 8’ shower of master bdrm. Large landscaped fenced lot. Must see. $459,000. BONUS: WE WILL PAY YOU THE REALTOR FEES ON CLOSING. phone (250)590-1632. PRIME OAK Bay; New price $635,000. 1 block to Willows Beach, close to shops and schools. 1940’s 2 bdrm, bath. Full basement. 2516 Dalhousie St. (corner of Musgrave). Call 250-858-8475 or 250-4728475. Open House Sunday, 1pm-3pm.

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. SIDNEY CONDO for Sale in the Shoal Centre. Thinking of downsizing or buying into a great investment? There’s 1 bdrm, 1 bath, a full kitchen, all appliances and has 4th floor views of Malahat & gorgeous sun sets. Presently rented at $1475/mo. Asking $273,000. Across from Library & Rose gardens. Call (250)655-1956, by appt only. A Real Gem in the Heart of Sidney.

DISTRESS SALES BANK FORECLOSURES FIXER UPPERS Free List with Pictures & Addresses at:

www.JimParsons.com

Jim Parsons 1% Realty 250-508-0739

✫✫ BUYING? ✫✫

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

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 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.

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

SUITES, UPPER MAIN FLOOR. 3-bdrm. Fireplace, completely reno’d - new appl’s, large patio. Near UVic & Camosun. N/S, N/P. $1600. inclds utils. (250)477-5179. SIDNEY- QUIET cozy 1 bdrm. W/D, utils included, NS/NP, furnished or unfurnished. Avail April 15. Call (250)656-7184.

SIDNEY LOFT: Private entrance, centrally located. NS/NP. $795. (250)656-9194.

HOMES FOR RENT

TRANSPORTATION

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

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

1993 ACURA INTEGRA (bought in the USA), 204,810, km, in good condition. $2500. Call (250)884-6861.

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. MUST SELL 1999 Saturn, 4 door, 5 passenger. Manual trans. Very good on gas. 192,000 km. Clean inside and out. Well maintained. Excellent body and engine. Asking $1,100. Call (250)813-2458

SIDNEY. ✱Skylark Lane3 bdrms, 2 bath, large fenced yrd, close to town, Thrifty’s, good neighbourhood. $1400+ utils. Cat ok. Refs. Call (250)386-6523, (250)216-5090 SOOKE. 3BDRM + den, 3 bath, newer half duplex. Fully fenced big yard, deck, garage, gas fireplace. Bright kitchen with DW, F/S. W/D in sep. laundry. Nice views, forest, trails across road. $1550 incls weekly garbage pickup and water. Avail April 1 or 15. 250508-4064. tjoblue@gmail.com

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.

TOWNHOUSES 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.

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

CARS

SPORTS & IMPORTS

AUTO FINANCING

RECREATION

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

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

ARE YOU a daddy for this Caddy? 2010 Cadillac CTS, (silver with black leather), top luxury 4 door model, fully loaded, like new in every respect. Owned here in Toronto by local business man. Asking only wholesale price, $22,000 firm and fair, no offers, payments or tire-kickers. Call anytime (289)296-7411. TOTAL LUXURY and comfort, loaded! 2001 Lexus RX300, 184,000 km. $11,900 obo. Call (250)479-6935.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

SUITES, LOWER BRENTWOOD BAY- brand new 1 bedroom ground level suite, private entry, NS/NP. D/W, W/D. $700. + utilities. Call (250)652-1725. GORDON HEAD. 3-bdrm, Furnished, 1200 sq.ft. May 1st. Bus #39 to Uvic. $1600. + utils. (250)885-5588.

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SOOKE WATERFRONT Log Cabin. Large Sun room, $1000 + utilities. Ref. Req’d, N/S. 250-642-2015

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2010 HARLEY DAVIDSON Heritage. Black. 4950Kms. $15,000. 250-216-2200

TRUCKS & VANS MUST SELL 2003 Windstar LX, 7 passenger. Sliding doors 174,000 km. Good running condition. Priced for quick sale $2,700. Call (778)440-3045

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PAINTING

PLASTERING

ELECTRICAL

GARDENING

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

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

COMPLETE HOME Repairs. Suites, Renos, Carpentry, Drywall, Painting. Licensed and insured. Darren 250-217-8131.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Painting. Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years experience. 250-382-3694.

PAINTING

PATCHES,Drywall, skimming, match the textures, coves, fireplaces. Bob, 250-516-5178.

ALFRED, ALFRED Quality A PROFESSIONAL Woman Painting. Wholesale, Dispainter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. 25yrs counts! 50 years Over experience. exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. 250-382-3694.

PATCHES,Drywall, skimming, PRESSURE WASHING match the textures, coves, fireDRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, places. Bob, 250-516-5178. Decks, etc. Reasonable rates.

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING Vida Samimi

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

ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi

Certified General TAX 250-477-4601 Accountant/ CPA Bookkeeping, EXPERIENCED Bookkeeper: small business and corporaPayroll, HST. tion. Includes GST, payroll, account reconciliation, tax Set for up & Training.and E-File prep personal small

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business. Louise 250-6617108 or gibneyl@yahoo.ca

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US-CANANDIAN TAX aration by CPA. Avail James (778)433-1738.

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EXPERIENCED Bookkeeper: CARPENTRY small business and corporation. GST, payroll, BENOITIncludes CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, account reconciliation, tax Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748. prep for personal and small JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER business. Louise 250-661with 32 years exp in renova7108 gibneyl@yahoo.ca tions, or new construction+ all re-

pairs. Spring Time discounts. Frank, 250-812-6199. mtnewtonconst@shaw.ca

US-CANANDIAN TAX Preparation by CPA. Avail 24-7. McGREGOR HOME REPAIR Renos. Decks to doors. Small James (778)433-1738. jobs OK. WCB. (250)655-4518 CLEANING SERVICES

CARPENTRY

HOUSEKEEPER EXPERIENCED, reliable. References. 250-920-6516, 250-881-7444.

BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’sDRAFTING & Additions. Windows, & DESIGN Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748. DESIGN FOR JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER PERMIT with 32 yrs years exp in renova• 29 experience • All home renos tions, new construction+ all repairs. Call Spring Steven Time discounts. Frank, 250-812-6199. 250-381-4123 mtnewtonconst@shaw.ca ELECTRICAL

McGREGOR HOME REPAIR Renos. Decks to doors. Small jobs OK. WCB. (250)655-4518

(250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic. #3003. 30yrs exp. Renos, Knob & Tube Replacement. Sr.Disc.No job too big or small

250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779. AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550. GNC ELECTRIC Res/Comm. Reasonable rates for quality work. #43619. 250-883-7632. KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.

250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779. AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550. FENCING GNC ELECTRIC Res/Comm. ALL TYPES rates of fencing, reReasonable for quality pairs. Reliable, on-time. Free work. #43619. estimates. Call250-883-7632. 250-888-8637. KENDRA’SFRAMING ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. REDUCE energy use 50-90% with Kendra, 250-415-7991. 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

FENCING

GARDENING

ALL TYPES of fencing, re20% OFF! Pruning, Hedge Trim, (2 cu Free yds) pairs. Soil/Mulch Reliable, Del on-time. Clean-ups. (250)479-6495. estimates. Call 250-888-8637. (250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Yard & garden overgrown? Lawns have weeds & moss? Aerating, pwr raking. Blackberry/Ivy removal, landscaping.

FRAMING

REDUCE energy use 50-90% with a super-insulated & airtight new home for the same price as a standard build.250-479-7950 E. Olofsson ConstrucFREE ESTIMATES tion Inc.,Licensed Builders. 604• Lawn Maintenance 761-3499 designer@olofsson.ca • Landscaping • • • • •

Hedge Trimming Tree Pruning Yard Cleanups Gardening/Weeding Aeration, Odd Jobs NO SURPRISES NO MESS www.hollandave.ca

GARDENING

20% OFF! Pruning, Hedge Trim, Soil/Mulch Del (2 cu yds) SHADY TREE Clean-ups. (250)479-6495. Maintenance, Clean-Ups Pruning, Landscaping (250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Pwr Washing, Irrigation Experience Yard30&Years garden overgrown? Best prices Guaranteed Lawns have weeds & moss? 250-217-1233 Aerating, pwr raking. Blackberwyldwuud@hotmail.com ry/Ivy removal, landscaping.

CLEANING SERVICES HOUSEKEEPER EXPERIENCED, reliable. References. 250-920-6516, 250-881-7444.

DRAFTING & DESIGN

DESIGN FOR PERMIT

• 29 yrs experience • All home renos

Call Steven 250-381-4123 ELECTRICAL

(250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic. #3003. 30yrs exp. Renos, Knob & Tube Replacement. Sr.Disc.No job too big or small

250-479-7950 FREE ESTIMATES • Lawn Maintenance • Landscaping • Hedge Trimming • Tree Pruning • Yard Cleanups • Gardening/Weeding • Aeration, Odd Jobs NO SURPRISES NO MESS www.hollandave.ca

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(250) 858-0588 - Tree Service - Landscaping AURICLESpring cleanups, lawns. Call for allClean your ups garden - Lawn & Garden needs. 250-882-3129. Hedge trimming & Pruning DPM SERVICES- lawn & gar- Pressure washing - Gutters den, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, Free estimates * WCB etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141 www.mowtime.ca GARDEN OVERGROWN? Weeding, lawn cuts, cleanups, pruning. John Kaiser 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236.

AURICLE- Spring cleanups, LANDSCAPE Care lawns. Call for &all TREE your garden Hedges-tree pruning, gardenneeds. 250-882-3129. ing/landscaping. WCB. 18 yrs exp. Andrew 250-893-3465.

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

Level Ground Landscaping Lawn and garden service and renovation. Arborist service. Call Neil 250-818-0587.

Clean-ups, weeding & More. Senior’s discount. Free estimates. Mike 250-216-7502.

GARDEN OVERGROWN? Weeding, lawn GARDENERScuts, cleanPRO IRISH Lawn & Garden John maintenance. ups, pruning. Kaiser 20 years experience. WCB. 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236. Call (250)652-6989. LANDSCAPE & TREE Care Hedges-tree pruning, gardening/landscaping. WCB. 18 yrs exp. Andrew 250-893-3465. Level Ground Landscaping Lawn and garden service and renovation. Arborist service. Call Neil 250-818-0587. MIKE’S LAWN and Garden. Clean-ups, weeding & More. GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Senior’s discount. Free estimates. Mike 250-216-7502. 250-507-6543. AL’S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, power washing, de-moss, Insured.

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

HANDYPERSONS

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HomeFinder Find a place to call home

Q: WHAT KINDS OF THINGS DETERMINE MY HOME’S BEST ASKING PRICE? Similar homes that have recently sold in your neighbourhood – Your real estate agent can determine how close the seller was to receiving their asking price, and in general what people are willing to pay in your area 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 Homes for which the listing has expired – Realtors can look into exactly why a home was taken off the market, whether it was for an unrealistic asking price, poor condition of the home or some combination of reasons – Courtesy Royal LePage Realty

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GREATER VICTORIA MARKET UPDATE » AS OF APRIL 2/COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

26/615 » 66/1,346 » 4,265/4,585 »

NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES, MONTH-TO-DATE/APRIL 2013 NEW LISTINGS THIS MONTH/ TOTAL FOR APRIL 2013 TOTAL ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS/PEAK, APRIL 2013

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A stable market can work for sellers, too March sales figures show promise for people looking to sell in the near future Don Descoteau News staff

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

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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-

erties in Oak Bay, Fairfield, Gordon Head and the family friendly Saanich West neighbourhoods of Glanford, Layritz and Northridge are proving popular right now, from a price and location perspective. As well, the $400,000 to $600,000 price range seems to be a “sweet spot” for homes right now, he added. Looking at the sales figures for Greater Victoria, sellers have reason to be optimistic. In March, 575 properties were

sold, spread through the various residential categories. That’s a bump of nearly 20 per cent over March 2013, when the trickle-down effects of the global recession were being felt more strongly and such factors as tighter mortgage restrictions were still pretty fresh. Looking longer-term, the five-year average for March is 607 sales, showing that things are gradually getting back to normal in the region’s real estate market.

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