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Some classic Canadian acts dominate Rock the Shores 2014 lineup

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An expanded 2014 Rock the Shores will be bringing acts such as Our Lady Peace, Billy Talent, Sloan, Tom Cochrane with Red Rider and others to Colwood for the now-three day annual music festival.

The concert, held on the fields at West Shore Parks and Recreation, will run from July 11 to 13 and also feature such Greater Victoria acts as Current Swell and Northcote. Other Canadian bands featured include 54-40, Loverboy, USS and Gord Downie with The Sadies.

Tickets go on sale Friday (April 11) at 10 a.m. online at frontgatetickets.com or in person at the Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre (1767 Island Hwy.) or Lyles Place (770 Yates St.).

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Belmont secondary alumnus Justin Jordon, left, and Grade 12s Ashliegh Burton and Cassidy Kennedy stand in front of the school’s new Rainbow Mural, designed using the handprints of about 1,000 students and staff who pledged to help reduce bullying.

A new mural is bursting forth with colour from the side of Belmont secondary school, a symbol of unity among students and a promise to end bullying and discrimination.

Organized by the school’s Gay Straight Alliance, the Rainbow Mural is made up of the painted handprints of about 1,000 stu“You don’t dent and staff at the know whose school.

Those who left handprint it is, their handprint on but you know that the mural are also taking a pledge, writ- they’re there.” ten at the bottom, to – Cassidy Kennedy treat each other with kindness and speak up when they see bullying taking place.

“The hands symbolize the helping hand you give someone,” said Grade 12 student Cassidy Kennedy.

“You don’t know whose handprint it is but you know that they’re there. That’s a really strong message we’re hoping to get to everyone.”

“Especially students who are being bullied,” said recent Belmont alumni Justin Jordan, who penned the pledge.

“So they actually look up to it and know that it’s not just counsellors and adults who are there for them, but the actual student body as well.”

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Horgan all alone now in NDP leadership race Farnworth drops out, Horgan awaits May 1 nomination deadline

Capital Iron owner Mike Black and cashier Kayla Naphan stop for a photo during a rare quiet moment at the checkout of the new store in Langford.

The store hosts its grand opening tomorrow (April 12) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 975 Langford Pkwy.

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From scrap heap to retail success Capital Iron is the latest large downtown retailer to move out west Don Descoteau News staff

There’s no rest for a busy retailer, especially when you’ve got a new store to open.

Mike Black, whose family owns and operates Capital Iron, just got back from a buying trip to Vietnam.

He made sure, however, that his schedule allowed him to return in time to see their third store open, at 975 Langford Pkwy. in the former Sandy’s Furniture building.

“We’ve come out to the West Shore to come out to the people,” he says. “We know that’s where the growth is and where the families are, but we also want to be part of the community.”

Since West Shore residents heard the iconic 80-year-old retail company – which began life as a scrap metal dealer – would be opening on the burgeoning Parkway, they’ve shown interest in a couple of ways.

A job fair held in early March attracted about 150 people, mainly locals, Black says. In the end, the new store will have 24 staff, all but one of whom live on the West Shore.

The lone exception is store manager Brad Williams, who transferred out

from the downtown Victoria store along with a number of other staff.

New cashier Kayla Naphan likes the fact she can walk to work.

“It takes me 20 minutes,” she says.

As for her fellow West Shore-based staffers, she says, “They’re all happy to not have to go downtown.”

Sales associate Paul Morrison, who previously worked at Sandy’s, has been struck by the excitement over the impending opening.

“I think there’s a lot of pent-up enthusiasm on the West Shore,” he says. “We’ve literally had people pulling on the door for three months.”

Tapping into the market for outdoor items like patio furniture, hot tubs and barbecues – not to mention the store’s regular fare of housewares, clothing and recreational equipment – is part of the plan, Black says. But he’s just as interested in becoming a community focal point, thus the hiring of local staff who will know many customers personally.

West Shore Chamber of Commerce spokesperson Craig Sorochan says Capital Iron’s expansion into Langford is the latest sign large retailers see the value in locating to where the population base is shifting.

The Langford Parkway corridor,

which will also see a new Quality Foods store opening soon, is creating a lot of employment, he adds.

And with many young families and retirees moving into the area in the past five to 10 years, there is a stillexpanding market into which to tap.

“The West Shore is becoming an area where people from around the region come to shop, even up Island,” Sorochan says.

Capital Iron hosts its grand opening tomorrow (April 12, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.) with product demonstrations, contests, music and other festivities.

Ribbon cutting is at 10 a.m. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

Did you know? n Capital Iron, owned by the Black family: Mike, wife Eveline and children Nick and Kylie, is 2014 winner of the Family Enterprise of the Year Achievement Award given by the Canadian Association of Family Enterprise. The award recognizes the achievements of Canadian family businesses and the vital contribution they make to their local communities.

The B.C. NDP caucus lined up behind leadership contender John Horgan on Tuesday, including his only rival for the job, Mike Farnworth.

“Yes, today marks the end of my campaign for B.C. NDP leader,” Farnworth said at a news conference. “But more importantly, it begins our campaign to elect a B.C. NDP government in 2017, with John Horgan as premier.”

Juan de Fuca MLA Horgan thanked Farnworth for “putting aside his leadership campaign to create a unity candidate, a unity committee, to go forward and beat the Liberals in 2017.”

He added he will continue to campaign for the leadership until May 1, the deadline for nominations to lead the party. If that deadline passes with no new candidates, Horgan expects to be acclaimed.

Farnworth’s campaign suffered two setbacks recently, the latest being Horgan’s increased lead in endorsements. His latest supporters included Coquitlam-Maillardville MLA Selina Robinson, NDP MP Fin Donnelly and former area MLAs Dawn Black and Joe Trasolini.

Farnworth’s only public endorsers from the B.C. NDP caucus were Saanich South MLA Lana Popham and Stikine MLA Doug Donaldson, while Horgan had 15 MLAs publicly supporting him.

Farnworth also bore the brunt of former premier Mike Harcourt’s decision last week to quit the NDP. Harcourt endorsed Farnworth

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Mike Farnworth, left, and John Horgan face the press Tuesday after Farnworth bowed out of the NDP leadership race. in the 2011 NDP leadership where Farnworth finished second to Adrian Dix. Another key endorsement for Horgan came from the B.C. executive of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, which represents 85,000 municipal workers in the province. The board, led by CUPE B.C. president Mark Hancock, formerly president of the Port Coquitlam local, was among those calling for Horgan to run.

After Dix announced he would step down this fall, Horgan initially said he would not seek the leadership, making way for younger contenders. But those contenders, including new MLAs elected in 2013, ruled themselves out one after another.

The party has a deadline of May 1 for candidates to be nominated for the leadership, which includes payment of $25,000 to go towards staging of leadership debates around the province. Candidates have until June 26 to sign up new party members, with a province-wide vote scheduled to be completed Sept. 28. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Lifesaving incident “makes an imprint” View Royal chief honoured for bravery in fire

View Royal Fire Chief Paul Hurst, left, accepts a token of appreciation Tuesday at View Royal town hall from Katrina Van Winkle, 9, whose life was saved by Hurst during a house fire in March 2013. He received the B.C. Fire Fighters Medal of Bravery this week.

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View Royal Fire Chief Paul Hurst was home in bed when he got the call about a house fire at 3 a.m.

When he arrived on scene, the Paddock Place house was in flames and the three occupants were not all accounted for. Quickly firefighters began a search for an eight-year-old girl, Katrina Van Winkle, who was trapped somewhere inside.

A short time later, assistant chief John Chow broke the front door open and spotted a body in the smoke-filled hallway.

Hurst, nearby at the time, made the decision to go in and try to retrieve the girl. It took him three attempts – he wasn’t wearing breathing apparatus, to finally get her out. When he laid her down on the front lawn she wasn’t breathing, so he performed CPR to revive her.

The chief’s actions March 14, 2013, which saved the life of the View Royal elementary student, were recognized Tuesday night when Hurst was given the B.C. Fire Fighter Medal of Bravery.

The incident, from arrival on scene to getting Katrina out and

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whisked away by ambulance, took about eight minutes, said Hurst, who was quick to credit his fellow firefighters for their efforts that night.

“You had 23 people doing 23 different things and if any one of them does something differently than they did, the result might have been different,” he said.

For the brief ceremony, View Royal’s council chambers were full, almost half with uniformed members of fire, police and other emergency services.

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“It makes an imprint and you never forget it,” he said.

Tim Pley, Port Alberni fire chief and president of the Fire Chiefs’ Association of B.C., said first responders get involved in hopes they’ll have a chance to serve the community. That also comes with great responsibility, he added, which Hurst accepted fully on the night he saved a life.

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Sewage talk clogs Capital Region Daniel Palmer News staff

Esquimalt council was met with a standing ovation Monday night when it not only rejected – but unanimously slammed the door on future proposals – for a sewage treatment plant on its shoreline.

The decision has ramifications not only for the timeline and cost of the Capital Regional District’s $783-million project, but for the region’s autonomy: The provincial cabinet now has the authority to intervene and force rezoning at McLoughlin Point.

“The reaction to Esquimalt saying, ‘We don’t want the plant at all,’ has changed the transaction. It’s shut down some options and really limited the ways we can move forward,” said Geoff Young, chair of the CRD’s core area liquid waste management committee.

During negotiations, the CRD included up to $13 million in mitigating features like street upgrades and strict odour monitoring to make more palatable the rezoning of McLoughlin Point for a wastewater treatment plant.

Now, council’s unanimous opposition to that rezoning package Monday night is simply the end result of elected officials doing their job, said Mayor Barb Desjardins.

“When you get a standing ovation after you take your vote, you’ve obviously met

“The reaction to Esquimalt saying, ‘We don’t want the plant at all,’ has changed the transaction. It’s shut down some options and really limited the ways we can move forward.”

– Geoff Young the public’s needs,” Desjardins said. “It’s really my hope that both CRD and the province recognize the message and where it came from: the public, from all across the region.”

Desjardins criticized CRD officials for failing to deliver requested information including details on First Nations consultation, some meeting minutes and an independent tsunami report for McLoughlin Point.

“The same company that provided a tsunami report is one of the groups bidding on this facility. Does that seem appropriate? Certainly not from the public’s perspective.

That was a big letdown,” she said.

Desjardins stressed a “re-evaluation” of the entire project would be prudent after witnessing public reaction over the past two months.

At a committee meeting Wednesday, CRD directors voted to ask the provincial cabinet to intervene: either force through McLoughlin

Point or provide other options.

Public input continues to be a mixed bag, Young said. Some residents believe no treatment is necessary while others argue tertiary treatment is the only responsible solution.

“Some are against the project because they think it’s too much treatment, and others think it’s not enough,” Young said. “The committee has done a lot of research, we’ve looked at a lot of sites and this seems to be best available.”

CRD directors and staff have considered land at Haro Woods, along the Upper Harbour and at the muchloathed Viewfield Road industrial site, but McLoughlin and Hartland now represent the best available options, he said.

“The delay connected with us trying to find new sites elsewhere – which would be every bit of hard as it’s been up to now – or to develop a tertiary system, or trying to oppose treatment altogether – we could do any of those things, but I’m virtually certain that wouldn’t change the outcome. But it would result in those federal and provincial grants being reduced or eliminated.”

The CRD, province and federal government are responsible for one-third of the $783-million core area secondary sewage treatment project, while any cost overruns are the responsibility of CRD taxpayers. dpalmer@vicnews.com

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Casino looks at site improvements Rezoning application coming to View Royal council after public hearing Kyle Wells News staff

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The View Royal Casino is looking to make good on some old plans by prettying up an empty lot and turning it into additional parking.

The casino purchased the former Imperial Oil property on Wilfert Road as part of an expansion plan started in 2007. That plan was never fully realized due to the economic downturn the following year.

While expansion is still not in the cards, the casino is working with the town to tie up a few loose ends. Upgrades to Island Highway in 2013 set the stage for improvements to Wilfert Road and the property to go ahead, pending approval from View Royal council.

The intent is to combine the vacant lot with the rest of the casino property. The rear part of the property, bordering Millstream Creek estuary, will be dedicated to the town as parkland. The rest

will become a parking lot, with some aesthetic upgrades.

“The corner’s not overly attractive from a landscaping point of view,” said Terrance Doyle, VP of property development and operations services for Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. The hope, he said, is for work to commence later this year or early 2015.

“We’ve been just taking our time moving through this with the city and all the commitments and all the requirements. It’s been really co-operative. It’s been a real pleasure working with the Town of View Royal.”

A public hearing will be held Tuesday, April 15 at View Royal town hall (45 View Royal Ave.) and both Doyle and casino general manager Kwai Lam will be available to answer questions.

Although a broader expansion isn’t on the horizon, the casino is in the midst of refreshing the gaming floor, installing around 100 new machines.

Lam said keeping things fresh is essential to pleasing current guests and attracting new ones.

“It’s still challenging, like it is for all businesses,” he said. “We’re an entertainment business, we’re always fighting for that entertainment dollar. That hasn’t changed.” kwells@goldstreamgazette.com

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The students say experience with bullying in their pasts and seeing others struggling with it drove their desire to complete the project. While the amount of bullying they see at Belmont is minimal, the students say that’s partly because most of it has gone online.

“I want to make sure no kid has to go through what I went through,” said Ashliegh Burton, Grade 12.

“It’s easier to hide your face rather than saying it to someone’s face. … It’s just easier to hide behind a computer,” Kennedy said.

Over a year in the making, the Rainbow Mural made its debut on the north wall of the school at a school event Wednesday afternoon featuring a barbecue and music from local band NorthTown.

The mural is on sheets of plywood so it can be removed and spared once the current Belmont secondary is torn down.

The students involved hope it can be put up at the new Belmont when it’s complete, but that has yet to be confirmed.

Students and staff timed the revealing of the mural to coincide with the International Day of Pink, April 9, a movement which promotes the wearing of pink clothing on a certain day as a representation of the denouncement of bullying and discrimination. kwells@goldstreamgazette.com

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Observatory supporters hope for May reopening Christine van Reeuwyk News staff

Friends of the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in Saanich are confident the national historic site will reopen to the public this spring, though slightly later than originally anticipated.

The Centre of the Universe, which houses interactive educational displays and historic astronomy artifacts, was closed to the public last August due to federal funding cuts. The observatory’s Plaskett telescope was also closed to public tours.

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While an April reopening was originally planned, the groups have since pushed that back to May, to hopefully coincide with Astronomy Week (May 4 to 10).

“Also that’s the anniversary of the observatory,” Moffatt said.

“It’s still being negotiated, but it’s looking good (for a limited opening in May).”

Currently being planned is an open house in May – the details of which are not yet known – to be sponsored by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada.

The Society also aims to host children’s camps in the summer. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

Thousands petitioned the closure of the education centre, including longtime supporter Don Moffatt.

After the doors closed, three different groups were formed to look at short- and long-term plans to restore astronomy education at the site; Moffatt is a member of all three.

“The short-term working group is looking at restoring as many services as possible with the visitors centre this year,” he says.

The long-term group is working to revitalize the centre and make it viable into the future.

The Friends of the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory group, close to becoming offi-

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Dollars add up on sewage plan The Capital Regional District’s plan to build a sewage treatment plant at McLoughlin Point hit the proverbial brick wall this week when Esquimalt council refused to rezone the property. The decision followed a marathon of public hearings that stretched over three months.

It’s the latest fiasco to hamper a project that has seen its fair share of bickering between municipalities and even pitted neighbour against neighbour.

Esquimalt was certainly offered what appears to be a sweet deal if the McLouglin Point site was approved: $13 million in amenities, including oceanfront walkways, a million-dollar bike and pathway system on Lyall Street, public art, bike lanes, road improvements and $55,000 a year for at least five years.

The township now says it wants nothing to do with the McLouglin Point plan, basing its decision on public opinion.

Fair enough.

But the CRD must still dig itself out of this mess. The plant, whether it goes in Esquimalt or somewhere else, must still be built – as mandated by both the B.C. and federal governments.

So where does this leave the CRD and province? They now have tough decisions to make: overrule a CRD-member municipality and force the project through or propose alternative sites.

No matter what happens from here on out, it’s going to cost us all more money to flush.

Municipal politicians owe it to all taxpayers – whether they are from Esquimalt, Victoria, Metchosin or elsewhere – to keep the costs of sewage treatment down while providing the most efficient and affordable system.

The CRD estimates for every month of delay another $1 million is added to the project’s overall costs.

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What do you think? Give us your comments by email: editor@goldstreamgazette.com or fax 250-478-6545. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification.

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ICF headed down wrong track Counting on Via Rail to provide any kind of passenger service here on Vancouver Island is like trying to hitch up some dinosaurs to a plow.

Never again will we be able to make a good business case for heavy rail transport on the Island, as the idea of using the “Budd Cars” is unworkable – they are too old and too expensive to maintain.

Via Rail is not able to move far enough from their “train train” thinking to even consider light rapid transit to make passenger service possible and economically feasible.

We need to move people quickly, efficiently and on schedules that make sense. Add in courier services and light freight, and the passenger portion of the business becomes the gravy after the expenses are met.

Technology has come a long way in the last decade. We can have solar powered pop-up LED crossing barriers, cameras at crossings that activate when the train is a half-kilometre out so the driver can see ahead and more.

All of this must be considered in order to have a speedy, efficient and useful service.

I don’t think Via Rail can do it.

Alan MacKinnon Nanaimo

Politicians need to learn to behave to win public trust Dear Politicians, We the people have had enough of you wasting our tax dollars.

Effective immediately, we the taxpayers will deposit our taxes into a trust account instead of paying them directly to you.

When you want to get paid, we will write you a cheque (if we feel it is not too much). If you want a raise, we will consider it (as long as the rest of us get raises, too).

If the economy does not improve, we will cut back on some expenses.

You will have to work fewer hours and get smaller paycheques. Most of us do not have benefits, so why should we pay for yours?

As for your expenses, pay for them yourselves and submit the bills. We will reimburse you for the ones we feel are legitimate. No more free trips for spouses, $700 hotel rooms and lavish dinners.

If you behave yourselves and stop taking our money, we will let you keep your jobs.

Monte Shea Victoria

Make it easier for citizens to vote Why do the Conservatives persist in the claim that vouching resulted

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in widespread electoral fraud in the last federal election?

In fact, former B.C. Chief Electoral Officer Harry Neufeld says that there have been only a handful of deliberate fraud cases in either federal or provincial elections.

Canada’s Chief Electoral Officer Marc Mayrand confirmed it.

Mr. Neufeld said that expanded use of Elections Canada’s Voter Information Card could reduce the need for vouching.

If this government wants to reduce the use of vouching, why not give Elections Canada even more tools to keep track of eligible voters in order to produce more accurate VICs? If they are so concerned about errors being made by poll workers, why not give Elections Canada better funding to hire and fully train those people well before each election?

This government should empower Elections Canada to make it easier – not harder – for citizens to vote.

Freya Keddie Victoria

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for vehicle traffic is still unknown, however, and Saanich Mayor Frank Leonard is hesitant to make a guess.

“It’s in the hands of the contractor, not either of the municipalities,” he said, referring to Saanich and View Royal.

“Clearly anybody looking at the bridge has a pretty good sense it’s going to be done before the end of May, but you want to allow for Murphy’s Law too.

“I feel so badly for the residents and the businesses who have had to wait so long. I wouldn’t want them to have another disappointment. We’re committed that the minute it’s safe for traffic, we’ll start using it.” kwells@goldstreamgazette.com

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Sections 890 and 892 of the Local Government Act that a Public Hearing will be held at Town of View Royal Town Hall, 45 View Royal Avenue, Victoria, B.C. at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, April 15th, 2014 for the purpose of hearing representations concerning the following proposed amendments: Bylaw No. 759, 2009 proposes to amend Land Use Bylaw 1990, No. 35, as follows: • Rezone a portion of the p roperty at 1680 Island Highway and the adjacent closed portion of Wilfert Road from Business Park Commercial: C-7 to Subzone ‘B’ of the comprehensive Development (Casino); CD-6 Zone, which includes the permitted uses of the C-7 Zone; • Rezone a portion of the property at 1680 Island Highway from Business Park Commercial: C-7 to Park and Recreation: P-3; and • Amend the zoning for the property at 1708 Island Highway, currently zoned Comprehensive Development (Casino): D-6, to be included in a new Subzone ‘A’ of the CD-6 Zone that includes all the existing permitted uses.

Please see the bottom of the notice for a map of the subject areas.

The purpose of this bylaw amendment is to permit the construction of surface parking to meet the off- street parking requirements of an expanded View Royal Casino at 1708 Island Highway.

TAKE NOTICE that more detailed information concerning the subject bylaw and any other reports, studies or other documents that may be considered

by Council can be obtained at the Town of View Royal Municipal Office, Development Services Department, 45 View Royal Avenue, Victoria, B.C. (Telephone: 250-479-6800) between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, April 4, 2014 until Tuesday April 15th, 2014.

All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person, by a representative or by written submission on all matters contained therein at the above-noted time and place. If you are unable to attend the Hearing, written comments may be mailed, facsimiled, emailed or hand delivered to the Town of View Royal by no later than 4:00 pm on April 15, 2014.

Mail: Development Services, Town of View Royal, 45 View Royal Ave, Victoria, BC. V9B 1A6 Facsimile: 250-727-9551 Email: info@viewroyal.ca Please note that Council may not receive further submissions concerning the subject Bylaw after the Public Hearing has concluded.

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Langham Court Theatre show takes a fresh look at The Odyssey Nate Clark News intern

How do you compose music for an instrument you’ve never played?

This was one of the challenges tackled by Canadian composers Ivana Jovic and Liam Gibson when they featured rare instruments like the lute, the lyre and the 20-stringed Indian sitar in the stage-adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s The Penelopiad.

Since the play is set in an exotic location -- 21st century Hades -- the score required an equally exotic approach.

“There are some limitations of the sitar,” says Jovic, 24, who holds a master’s degree in composition from the University of VicPhoto submitted toria and an honours bachelor of music From left, Leah Moreau as Tanis, Kate Boutilier as from Wilfred Laurier University.

Iolë, Taryn Lees as the Naiad, and Jackie Rioux as “It can’t hold notes for a very long time; Penelope in The Penelopiad. you can’t have as many sustained pitches, but it really conveys that image of a seductress on tion, was made possible through technology.

“It seemed overwhelming at first,” says Jovic. an island somewhere.”

The Penelopiad is a re-imagining of Homer’s “But (director) Wendy Merk sent us scene breakepic, The Odyssey, told from the perspective of downs of what she wanted. For example she’d say, ‘In Scene 8, I want an old-fashioned folk song,’ and Odysseus’ faithful wife, Penelope.

Trapped for eternity in Hades, she reminisces I would send my requests to Liam and we would about her life and contemplates the hanging of discuss it. We both had different strengths and her 12 handmaidens by Odysseus following his weaknesses so we were able to complement each return from the Trojan War. Using several parallel other really well.”

Tasks were delegated and each musician would themes, Atwood attempts to answer a question Homer seems to have completely forgotten to compose on their own before sharing the final pieces via the Internet. address: why?

Deep understanding of the script was also an “It’s a subversion,” says Gibson, 23, who is finishing his third year studying music composition important factor. In one scene, the composers at UVic. “Written as a feminist interpretation of were asked to write a nursery rhyme to add conThe Odyssey, it asks the question: what are the trast to the play’s serious subject matter. Respect implications of these events? Maids represent the for Atwood’s complex moods and themes were voices you don’t hear in the original, for reasons an essential part of Jovic’s and Gibson’s writing process. of both gender and class.”

“The subject matter is dark but humorous or For composers Jovic and Gibson -- who use computer software to help notate for unusual at least ironic,” says Gibson. “It was difficult to instruments – matching music to Atwood’s story strike the right balance. Any attempt to overwork presented numerous challenges, the most obvi- it sounded silly.”

The Penelopiad runs April 23 to May 10 at Langous is that they don’t even live in the same province. They studied together at UVic, but Jovic is ham Court Theatre. Email boxoffice@langham now teaching and performing in her hometown theatre.ca for more information. editor@goldstreamgazette.com of Kitchener, Ont. The collaboration, like the nota-

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Greater Victoria Family Making a difference Sharif McArthur, 17 and in Grade 12 at Belmont secondary, is a community leader and well-regarded at school for his integrity, responsibility and work ethic. His major focus is youth serving community through his work with the Victoria Foundation’s Vital Youth group. His organization of the annual musical event, “Indie Night,” which benefits the Canadian World Education Society, is always a highlight of the year.

Jayden Cull, 12 and in Grade 6 at Happy Valley elementary, is passionate about sports and brings that enthusiasm to school, where he has helped organize a lunchtime ball hockey club. He played on the Juan de Fuca Tier 2 pee wee ice hockey team that hosted the B.C.’s in March, and in 2013 played first base and catcher with the Victoria Eagles city all-stars when they won the B.C. Baseball mosquito division title.

Is normalizing pubbing with the kids possible?

Kyle Wells News staff

A quaint vision of levelheaded European families heading to the pub for dinner with their perhaps mature-beyond-their-years kids in tow is common in North America.

The story continues that those children grow up accustomed to being around alcohol and are less likely to overindulge when old enough to procure it on their own.

Whether or not this vision is a reality is becoming relevant, as the province considers implementing a change to liquor laws later this year that would allow minors in pubs if accompanied by adults. The general consensus is it’s an oversimplified fantasy.

Kara Thompson, a post-doctoral fellow with the University of Victoria’s Centre for Addictions Research of B.C., specializes in adolescent substance use, particularly alcohol. The idea that you can reduce the allure of alcohol to youth by normalizing drinking and making it less taboo doesn’t really work, she said, despite stories people tell of children drinking wine with dinner in France.

“That’s a very, very common misperception,” Thompson said.

“Yes, alcohol is used differently in those cultures and so it’s more normalized, (but) they experience … as much alcohol-related prob-

Kara Thompson, a post-doctoral fellow with UVic’s Centre for Addictions Research of B.C., says the assumptions about lower abuse of alcohol by youth in Europe, due to alcohol being more culturally normalized, aren’t exactly true.

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lems as we experience.”

Jessica Ball, a professor with UVic’s school of youth and child care, said it should be remembered the majority of adults do not engage in problem drinking, and therefore the majority of youth will not develop drinking problems, regardless of whether or not they go to pubs as a child.

A more important factor perhaps is the parents, who are still role models and do play a part in how their children grow up to view alcohol consumption.

“If adults can, in a public environment, role model non-problematic drinking, that might be seen as a good thing,” Ball said.

Also, with regulations likely limiting what time of the day minors can be in the pub, and with most restaurants already serving alcohol, this policy change on its own will likely make little difference, Thompson said.

The overall trend in increasing youth exposure to drinking and alcohol, including selling alcohol in grocery stores, however, is causing concern. Studies have shown that in cultures where adults drink more and where children are around alcohol more, the number of youth getting drunk and drinking heavily is higher.

In general, youth drinking can cause health risks, Thompson

said. Alcohol poisoning is most problematic among youth and youth drinking is linked to a reduced likelihood of going on to post-secondary education and graduating high school. Mental health problems can also arise from youth drinking.

This makes decisions on how to approach the topic of alcohol with your children difficult for families, she said. There are hard choices to make about what sort of example to set and whether or not to expose your children to alcohol.

“Parents struggle with making a decision about whether or not they should teach their kids how to drink responsibly or … whether to not encourage that behaviour.”

While research findings are mixed, Thompson said they lean towards recommending parents not encourage their children to drink, either by buying them alcohol or even serving them a little wine with dinner.

“They’re sending a message to adolescents that they, in some capacity, have approved their alcohol consumption. Those adolescents tend to be more likely to progress in their drinking a little faster and to drink in contexts outside of drinking with their parents more. The idea that it teaches kids how to drink responsibly really hasn’t been proven.” kwells@goldstreamgazette.com

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Questions come fast and furious in the car

Focus split: daughter/career Q&A Julie Evans, managing funeral director at Sands Funeral Chapel - Colwood, is a single mom who, at 47, loves the energy her 3-1/2 year old daughter, Madeline, injects into their relationship.

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I don’t (laughing).

Since Madeline was born, I had one girls night out last year and I have probably been out a handful of times in the past 3-1/2 years. My joy truly is my work, which is a calling, it’s a passion. But my time with Madeline is very special, too.

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The last one I read for myself, on an airplane, was Proof of Heaven by Dr. Eben Alexander. The last book I actually read (with my daughter) was Wanda the Witch. At 3-1/2, she’s pretty incredible, she’s moved on to chapter books. Every two weeks we go to the library and pick out about 10 books.

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What is your favourite family activity to share together?

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Going to the beach in East Sooke Park and poking at squishy things in the tidal pools. It’s nice coming from Ontario where you can’t go in lake because of the bacteria count. We just pack up and spend the whole day there.

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The part of your day you look forward to the most?

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Getting cuddles from my daughter, the cuddle in the morning and that cuddle at night, and when she randomly says, ‘I love you mommy.’

Recently I met the father of eight and 10 year olds, who seemed stunned to discover that his life’s work now involved taxiing children around. I smiled empathetically, patted his arm and said, “It will get worse.”

But as I look back over 18 years of driving Susan my kids here, there and everywhere, I know for a fact: it was a blessing. We had the best times in the car, sang the most songs, had deep conversations.

I can also see that as the years went by, the nature of driving kids around changed, from those days when they could suddenly read every road sign we’d pass, to years later, when I’d pick up a carload of post-party teens at 2 a.m., no questions asked.

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Danica, recognizing her love of / “No.” / “How about a tree this big?” / “Probably The Question, once said she’d like not.” / “This big?” Arms to have a job asking questions. spread into a huge circle. That stumped me for a while. Then Lundy / “Yes.” / “As big as this I became slightly embarrassed.

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I mostly got away with general journalist,” I said. And silently answers that neared the truth. cursed genetics.

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Early childhood educator Andrea Farkas works with a child at Victoria Child Care Resource and Referral’s teaching playroom.

In the past decade, many parents in Greater Victoria have faced the daycare dilemma.

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An early childhood educator (ECE) working in the field for 17 years, Moss Rock Preschool teacher Danielle Davis is familiar with how difficult it can be to find a daycare or preschool spot for a toddler or pre-Kindergarten student. Just five weeks after becoming pregnant with her daughter in 2010, she started the search and was put on three wait lists.

“It’s becoming the face of child care in our community.

Parents are faced with really tough choices,” she says.

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While Davis insists that environments where children work with trained educators can be more beneficial to the child’s development, parents in a must-work position often need to rely on less-educated caregivers, at least for a while.

“I have a friend who gave up a spot in a good family daycare because he wanted to put his son into a group situation with ECE’s, and where there would be more exposure to kids his own age. But it’s not that easy to find spaces.”

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Twice a year, the organization offers a Family Child Care training course for unlicensed operators planning to work out of their homes, a category that makes up 43 per cent of all care and preschool situations in B.C., Macey says.

“We try to raise the standard of care in all settings,” she says of the educational offering.

For single parents struggling to make ends meet while bringing up a young child, the care conundrum can be particularly troubling, says Christine Kenwood, acting executive director of the 1UP Single Parent Resource Centre.

“Most of our clients have incomes well below the poverty line, so a lot of their issues with daycare are around not being able to afford it,” she says.

“You get into this vicious circle where you can’t (accept work) if you can’t afford daycare, but if you can’t go to work, you can’t afford daycare.”

One of the long-term goals of 1UP is to offer daycare onsite for people attending classes at the centre. It offers a babysitting subsidy for new immigrants, people new to town or single parents in isolation.

Once parents have their children enrolled in a program, many remain involved, says Andrea Farkas, Davis’ fellow teacher at Moss Rock.

“Our parents are really keen,” she says. “Parents are busy, but they’re still interested in the type of learning that’s going on.”

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Impala leaps impressively to the top contemporary style favoured by The 2014 Chevrolet Impala is the many competitors. Its lines actubest domestic sedan ever, really? ally lean closer towards classy, That was the question front of rather than sporty. mind when I heard such a boast Let’s open the driver’s door. As its from a General Motors execuoutward appearance suggests, tive recently. Well, he’s paid to it is roomy inside with Business say that, I thought, but then he Class legroom in the rear! And the backed up the assertion with business class theme continues something that surprised me more.

After spending a with the use of quality materials throughout.

The hypercritical Consumer ReControls are logically placed ports organization had just given week in an Impala, I have to admit it and easy to operate with one the full-size sedan a 95-point score: No other domestic car had softened my cynicism exception. The standard infotainment system, which features an ever topped the sedans ratings to the point of almost eight-inch touch screen, is not in 20 years of rating cars by buying the hype. nearly as intuitive as I would like. bothsegment and style. And, just I would need to spend an hour to offer a bit more perspective to Keith Morgan with the manual to get it to perthis remarkable score: the fourform for me. The reason I don’t door was just behind the expendo that ahead of time is because I want to test sive Tesla Model S ultra-luxury hatchback with these systems against my iPad/iPod. Apple is 99 points and the BMW 1 Series coupe at 97. the benchmark. Get over it, guys! Mimic Apple After spending a week in an Impala, I have rather than try to reinvent the wheel and come to admit it softened my cynicism to the point up with a pale imitation. There’s a nifty secuof almost buying the hype. Explanation of my rity feature offered though that I must praise. continued reservations to follow.

The screen emerges from the dash, revealing It wouldn’t take much imagination for designers a small storage bin that can be secured with a to turn out a more handsome Impala than its four-digit code. predecessor. But this long-looking car manages Let’s roll. The tester was equipped with a to look sharp and streamlined but not so overly 3.6-litre V6 DI with FlexFuel capability, including aggressive in stance, which is more often the

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I headed straight for Highway One and it positively purred along the long, clear stretches open to the daytime driver. Great acceleration in take-off and passing with limited lean and sway when cornering at speed.

Back in urban madness, it offered a good view of fast encroaching vehicles from side streets and the rear. I mention this because I expected the sleek window profiles might hinder views, especially to the rear. Hence, it was also not as much of a beast to park at the supermarket as I had feared. Light steering also assisted in that manouevre.

On the urban performance front, the transmission took the annoyance out of stop-go traffic.

Have to think it was gulping gas though in smoothing out the urban trek.

The Impala with the V6 starts at $32,945 (around $3,000 more than the 4-cylinder-equipped versions) but the test car options, which included rear park assist, rear vision camera, collision and lane departure alerts, premium audio, sunroof, added another $7,000. It will compete with the Dodge Charger and Ford Taurus domestically and a host of imports.

Now to my reservations: the fuel economy for the V6 is 11.1/6.9L 100km (city/highway) and while that is not bad for a large car, it’s not the best in its segment. The four-cylinder eco version is impressive at 8.7/5.8L 100km (city/ highway). That said,I don’t think fuel economy will be a deal breaker for most people.

My continued reservations really boil down to reliability. It’s a brand new car and we should wait a couple or three years before anointing this car as the best domestic sedan ever. That caution should not stop you from taking one for a spin. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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Using Europeans to build the Ford Focus and Fiesta for a worldwide market enabled the manufacturer to bring these superb handling cars virtually unchanged to our shores. On top of that, Ford is also selling their sportiest ST versions of both these cars. The Focus ST was introduced last year and this year we get the Fiesta ST “hot hatch.”

I’ve been a huge fan of the Fiesta. In fact, I prefer it to the bigger Focus. It is a perfect city runabout with go-kart-like handling and a stylish little package.

Looks For 2014, all Fiesta models get a minor facelift with a new front grille and headlights. The ST is easy to spot because of the black honeycomb grille with an ST badge, bigger alloy wheels, a rear spoiler hanging over the rear window, a bigger rear air diffuser with twin exhaust tips and blacked out trim around the windows. The ST looks like it means business. There are two exterior options that might be worth the money.

Upgraded paint colours like ‘Molten Orange’ or ‘Green Envy Metallic’ cost $400 and the smoked grey wheels with red brake calipers cost $500 more.

The base ST at $24,999 comes very well equipped and is ready to cause some trouble.

Inside The first thing that pops right out on the ST interior are the two heavily bolstered Recaro sports seats.

These are not meant for big people; you just won’t fit.

They are snug and supportive but lack some simple, yet important adjustments.

The front of the seat sits much higher than the back so your backside is very low with your knees pointing up. This produces a sporty feel initially but the lack of adjustment prevents the driver from being able to stretch their legs.

The dash is updated to include a MyFord Touch screen for radio, phone, navigation and climate functions. The screen is rather small and far from the driver, which makes accessing the small, virtual buttons on the screen a challenge. The ST comes standard with very powerful front seat heaters, automatic climate control, a fat leather steering wheel

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with redundant radio controls and a leather covered manual shifter. The back seat has always been tight in the Fiesta; this is perfect for a single person or couple.

Drive In an era of cars that almost drive themselves, the Fiesta ST is a throwback to a time when the driver felt connected to the machine.

The suspension is much

firmer than the regular Fiesta, almost harsh over bumpy roads but the feedback to the driver through the tight steering ratio, firm chassis and the grippy Recaro seats is superb. The turbocharged, direct injection 1,6L Ecoboost engine pumps out 197hp. It’s only sold with a super-slick manual transmission that shifts with no effort at all and the clutch is precise.

In such a small car, this engine lets the driver do pretty much anything at will. Want to pass on the highway? No problem.

Want to scoot away from a traffic light? No effort at all. This really is a car that

does everything very well, including getting good fuel economy when the throttle is used lightly: using only 7.8L/100km in the city and 5.6L on the highway.

Verdict At $24,999, the price might seem a bit steep for a subcompact car but this little machine comes almost fully loaded for that price. The options available are not “must have” items so the price can be kept in check.

This Fiesta ST is a gem in the subcompact class, delivering great economy, fabulous interior and plenty of smiles. The ST just delivers much bigger smiles. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Did I feel bad? Yes. Does it make me a bad person for selling a stolen vehicle? Probably.

But to outsiders, my life hasn’t changed. I’m still the same old Walt. Oh, if they only knew.

I was on a roll. To my disbelief, I’d sold seven cars already. I guess you could say it was a part of me now – I “flip” cars on the side.

And, I was branching out – with a truck and camper. The truck had been rebuilt. It was roadworthy again. I even had the inspection records to prove it. And the camper? That was marketing genius.

When I put it up for sale, I fibbed. But only a little bit.

“Truck for sale. Fixed after fender bender, looks new. Includes camper. It’s been in an accident, so I’m selling both for a low price. Great for family adventures. Call if interested.”

Shortly after, I got a call. The man had a distinct, charming accent. He asked me what a “fender bender” was. I explained that it was a small accident. He seemed pleased and asked to meet me the next day. I assumed he was relatively new to the country, so I thought this would be an easy sale.

Boy was I wrong!

He’d gone to “new immigrant” welcome classes, where they shared information about life in Canada.

I think this was where he developed an interest in camping Canadian style.

He knew all the right questions to ask. But, I

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And, I didn’t tell him the camper was way too heavy for the truck to be safe.

He also asked for a vehicle history report. I pulled the CarProof report out. I mean, I had nothing to hide. He asked me what “rebuilt*” meant. I told him that, because of the small accident, the transmission needed to be rebuilt. Oh, but I’d altered the sections detailing the amount of damage.

Judging from his English skills, I’m sure he didn’t understand the difference. At least he was trying. He got an “A” for effort.

I hope he figures out that the truck and camper would be unsafe on the road when he gets it fully loaded with passengers, fuel and gear. Good thing I have my “no returns” policy!

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Preventative mainentance extends lifespan As the economy begins to rebound, a good percentage of motorists have resolved to keep their vehicles on the road longer in an effort to stretch their automobile dollars. That’s a sound resolution, and one that is not necessarily difficult to accomplish. Contrary to popular belief, cars are built to last, and it’s often a driver’s poor habits that reduce a car’s life expectancy. Drivers can lengthen a vehicle’s lifespan by employing preventive maintenance that should keep a car running strong for years to come.

Air filter When examining the vehicle’s air filter (check the vehicle manual for location), look for dirt or dust buildup. If the filter is filthy, simply replace it. Auto parts stores sell air filters, and most drivers shouldn’t have trouble replacing a filter by themselves. A dirty air filter can negatively effect fuel economy and make it seem as though a vehicle is constantly going uphill in a stiff wind. When a dirty air filter is replaced, drivers will notice an instant impact in

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Belts and hoses Issues with belts or hoses are often recognizable to the naked eye, regardless of a driver’s automotive skill.

A hose in poor condition can appear bulging or brittle, and should not feel too soft or too hard. If a hose exhibits any of these symptoms, replace it. A belt that’s worn or frayed should also be replaced.

Brake fluid One of the more expensive repair jobs on a vehicle is to replace the brakes.

Brakes will need to be replaced over the course of a vehicle’s lifespan, but drivers should routinely check the vehicle’s brake fluid.

Without sufficient brake fluid, the brakes’ lifespan decreases dramatically.

Checking the brake fluid is easy; look in the owner’s manual to find the brake fluid reservoir and remove the lid). The reservoir will likely have instructions on the inside advising how much brake fluid should be added. If the fluid is below the line of demarcation,

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Time to get the brakes done? Brake pads tell the story pad on the front wheel, which is visible on most cars.

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(MS) — Your car’s brakes are one of your most important safety features. So it makes sense to be sure that they are maintained properly. Since brakes wear out as part of normal operation, it’s obvious that the worn parts should be identified and replaced as soon as possible. But how can you tell if the parts are worn enough to need replacing?

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After a winter spent huddled up inside avoiding the cold, the arrival of spring is often welcomed with open arms.

The welcome mat for spring often includes a weekend getaway with the family to soak up some spring rays. For those about to embark on a springtime road trip, consider the following money saving tips to ensure your trip is as inexpensive as it is enjoyable.

• Bring something for the kids to do in the car. While parents might enjoy hitting the open road and pushing the pedal to the metal, kids often get bored the longer a trip is, and that can lead to frequent and costly pitstops to help quell that boredom. Parents can prepare for that inevitable boredom and avoid such stopovers by bringing some entertainment along for the kids. Portable DVD players are relatively inexpensive and can keep kids occupied on long trips. For those renting a vehicle for their trip, inquire at the rental agency as to the availability of vehicles with built-in DVD players.

Parents can also employ more traditional road trip fare by playing some favourite games from yesteryear. These games include the License Plate Game, I Spy or 20 Questions to make a trip more fun for adults and children alike.

• Visit family or friends en route to your destination. Those heading out on an extended weekend getaway can save money on hotels or meals by calling family

and friends and either staying overnight or simply visiting for a meal. Grandma and Grandpa would no doubt appreciate a visit and might even offer to let you stay the night and save the expense of a costly hotel.

• Don't get lost. While no one plans on getting lost, it does happen, even in the current day and age when GPS systems and cellphones enable drivers to easily access the Internet and get directions. And getting lost can prove costly if you end up driving around looking for the right way to go.

If you don't have a GPS system, print out directions and be sure to bring them along for the trip. Also, when printing out directions ahead of time, look for alternate routes that might save time and, as a result, money. Visit different web sites to see if one offers substantially shorter routes than another. The disparity between recommended driving routes might be greater than you think.

• Pre-pack lunches and snacks. Instead of stopping along the way for lunch, pre-pack lunches. This can help save money and also allows parents to plan healthier meals, as many roadside restaurants are fast food joints that kids might love but parents certainly don't. When packing lunches, let the kids pack a few items for themselves.

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Change cabin air filter before allergens strike (MS) – The worst is over, we’re thinking. With winter officially behind us, we need only look to warmer days ahead. Not so for those who suffer from seasonal allergies. A short winter season followed by an early spring — as we have experienced lately — may only hasten the onset of allergens and pollen in the air, causing an itchy and runny nose, teary eyes, sneezing and congestion in those who are prone to allergies.

According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, an organization of allergists, immunologists and related professionals, “Avoiding your allergy triggers is the best way to reduce symptoms.” (aaaai.org.)

Limiting outdoor activities on days with high pollen counts, keeping windows closed (at home or in the car) to keep pollen out, and taking a shower after coming indoors, are some of the steps the academy recommends.

However, “keeping your car’s windows closed while driving may not be

sufficient if your car’s cabin air filter is clogged,” said Chuck Kerrigan, Director of Marketing for Purolator.

The company supplies BreatheEasy cabin air filters to the aftermarket in North America. (www.BreatheEasyCabinFilters.com) Located under the hood or behind the glove box of most late model vehicles, a fresh cabin air filter helps clean the air that enters the driver and passenger compartment through the vents, keeping it free of dust and other pollutants that can aggravate asthma and allergy symptoms.

“When the cabin air filter remains unchanged for long periods of time, the dust and dirt that accumulate are blown back into the interior of the car when the A/C or heating is turned on,” Kerrigan explained.

AAAAI lists three pollen seasons depending on where you live. Trees pollinate in the spring, grass releases its pollen in the summer, and weeds cause allergic symptoms in the fall. And, if in a given year, winter is short and spring comes early, allergens will

strike more often than not.

Therefore, Purolator recommends changing the cabin air filter every 12,000 miles or per the vehicle manufacturer’s suggested intervals in the owner’s manual.

Two kinds of cabin filters are available — the particulate cabin filter and the activated charcoal cabin filter. The activated charcoal cabin filter adsorbs most toxic and foul-smelling gases, such as ozone, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide and hydrocarbons, keeping odors out of the car’s cabin.

Purolator offers both for many vehicles. Refer to the owner’s manual or the application guide at BreatheEasyCabinFilters.com to see if your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter.

Purolator’s BreatheEasy cabin air filters contain media that is engineered to capture and hold even the finest particles of contaminants such as dust, soot, pollen, fungus and bacteria.

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Sporting a 2-0-1 record in the short Greater Victoria AAA city league soccer season, the Belmont senior girls are off to a good start.

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The Bulldogs beat a strong Reynolds side last week on goals from Marisa Livingstone and Maddie Gill.

Belmont also downed highly rated Stelly’s – seventh-place finisher in the 2013 B.C. championships – last Thursday at home on Goudy Field when Livingstone and Lindsay Hargreaves tallied.

Belmont was due to play Sa-Hali from Kamloops in last night’s opener for the University of Victoria’s Nike Spring Classic tournament.

Rugby boys roll over Esquimalt Jordan Worth scored four tries and five converts, while Cody Wist and Tom Stothard ran in for two tries each as Belmont overpowered Esquimalt 59-19 in senior boys rugby play last week. Jared George was named man of the match for Belmont.

Girls rugby side splits matches A 22-10 victory over Spectrum and a 31-10 loss to Oak Bay rounded out girls rugby play last week.

Alyson Gill, Nicole Weldam-Dickson and Charity Williams gave inspired performances for Belmont in the matches.

Barrie, Avs rolling into playoffs Juan de Fuca minor hockey grad Tyson Barrie and the Colorado Avalanche are peaking at the right time.

Barrie, 22 and in his first full season on the blueline with the NHL team, has 12 goals and 24 assists and is plus18 in 62 games, helping the club stay in the hunt for top spot in the Western Conference.

Barrie scored once Tuesday in a 4-1 win over Edmonton.

Colorado was set to play in Vancouver last night (after the Gazette deadline).

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BCHL Grizzlies move forward after a tough end to playoffs Hope for next year eases semis sting Don Descoteau News staff

The end result wasn’t what they wanted, but the Victoria Grizzlies are looking toward next season with optimism.

Having watched his team absorb three tough B.C. Hockey League semifinal round robin losses, the last of which was a 4-3 triple-overtime decision to Coquitlam, Grizzlies’ head coach Craig Didmon reflected on the takeaway from the playoff run.

“I mean, it was a tough series,” he said of the semis, which saw the smaller, but nimble Grizzlies lose 5-4 to a big, tough Vernon team and drop two games to the high-scoring Express.

“You look at it a few days later and realize it was a tough run for the boys. Maybe a different type of series might have done better for us, but we outshot the opponent every game. And we continued to play our game. I think we started to get a little bit of fatigue because of the gruelling first two rounds.”

Looking at next year, he said the Grizzlies have a “great group, a really good core coming back,”

led by the likes of Mark McLellan and Jessie Schwartz.

The team loses the Fitzgeralds (Gerry, Leo and Myles), defencemen Jaden Schmeisser and Chris Albertini and forward Travis Stephens to graduation, but younger players developed well, Didmon said.

“This is a group that’s learned a lot this year. I think we’ve got a good well-rounded squad looking at coming back next year.”

Goalies Alec Dillon, 17, and Nick Renyard, 19, are eligible to return, but their careers may

take a different direction next season (see box). Dillon voiced disappointment about this season, but said good things came out of the Grizzlies’ experience.

“We thought we had the team that could have gone farther,” he said. “From where we were as (a club) two years ago, when they traded away the whole team and there was talk of folding, we’ve come a long way. This season has helped out the organization a lot – it makes players want to come here and play.” editor@goldstreamgazette.com

Young goalie watched through BCHL season Alec Dillon felt a muted glare of the spotlight this season as he went about his business with the Victoria Grizzlies.

The 6-foot-5, 170-pound goaltender was often in the crosshairs for National Hockey League scouts parked on the edges of BCHL rinks, and as such, he finds himself rated 13th among North American goalies by Central Scouting.

“I never really worried about it throughout the whole season.” At the same time, he said, “I’m excited to see if I (get drafted) and I’m honoured to be ranked.”

He’s taking a bit of time off to “hang out with my friends,” concentrate on Grade 12 at Belmont secondary and go through “the whole prom and grad thing.”

Dillon is committed to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) and plans to attend in 2015. For now, the plan is to finish out his junior career as a Grizzlie, but he’ll wait until the June NHL entry draft draft to make that decision.

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INFORMATION

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

JESKEN AERIE Assisted Living Residence EASTER BAKE SALE & BBQ Lunch with Music Sat, April 12th, 11am-2pm 817 Goldstream Ave. Delicious fresh baked goods!

DID YOU KNOW? BBB provides complaint resolution services for all businesses and their customers. Look for the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca.

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INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

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COMING EVENTS ATTENTION CRAFTERS the 25th Annual Nanaimo Professional Craft Fair, Beban Park, Nanaimo, is on Nov 7, 8, & 9th, 2014. Register by May 30th to get a discount. Call 250-797-6544. www.nanaimo professionalcraftfair.com 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

UKRAINIAN EASTER BAKE SALE

Sat. April 12, 10am-2pm St. George’s Ukrainian Church, 1100 Colville Road.

Featuring Traditional Easter Breads, Frozen Cabbage Rolls, Perogies, Kobassa and more.

Hot Ukrainian Lunch avail

UKRAINIAN EASTER TRADITIONS OPEN HOUSE Sunday, April 13th 12pm-4pm

Ukrainian Cultural Centre

3277 Douglas Street Easter Breads, Frozen Foods, Easter Egg (Pysanka) classes, Displays, Gift Shop Hot Lunch

FREE ADMISSION Info at 250.475.2585

PERSONALS REAL PEOPLE, Real Chat, Real Discreet Try FREE! 18+.

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TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Spring Special.

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

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Building Inspector I District of Kitimat, full time permanent bargaining unit position wage range $36.33/hr - $43.63/hr, over 2 years. Duties include plan checking reviews, inspections and enforcement functions related to building construction to ensure conformance with legislation, regulations and standards, and explaining and enforcing municipal bylaws. Preferred applicants will have a Technology Certificate related to building construction or equivalent; BOABC level 2 certification and a Class 5 driver’s license. Submit applications by April 30, 2014, 4:30 p.m., to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat B.C. V8C 2H7, Tel 250-632-8900, Fax 250632-4995, or by e-mail at dok@kitimat.ca. Community information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca. Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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WORKLINK is offering a Job Search program with a training allowance for eligible Non EI adults living in Westshore or Sooke areas; 5wk in class program starts May 5th. For information call 250-478-9525.

HELP WANTED CREW REQUIRED; N/S, mature, responsible individual for May 15th to Aug. 31st with possible extension to mid Sept. on 75’ yacht with private crew quarters. Must have previous boating experience, preferably on BC coast, be computer savvy and have working knowledge of diesel engines.

Please send resumes to Michael iyw.michael@shaw.ca DATA ENTRY Operators. elan Data Makers.

Minimum 60wpm. Good numeric key boarding speed. Include key boarding speeds in resume.

Email resumes to: vicresume@elan datamakers.com HAIR STYLIST positions available. Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location.

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THE VICTORIA International Buskers Festival is in need of volunteers from July 18th-27th to man their information booth, helping to inform visitors of scheduling and performance locations as well as sell water, glow-sticks, and wristbands.

Call Volunteer Victoria at 250386-2269.

This is a full time position with weekday hours of 11 am to 8 pm. The work will be at a home in Oak Bay. Applicants must have experience maintaining a household, food shopping, handling a variety of errands and chores, laundering and ironing, and cooking and washing up. Good cooking skills are essential. Must have a driver’s license. References required. Excellent compensation available. Alternatively, employer would consider work sharing by a couple.

Seaside cottage available as part of compensation package.

Contact Rebecca Cotterell at 250-480-3220.

K-Bro Linen Systems Inc. is currently looking for an experienced Washoor Supervisor This position requires previous washfloor experience in an industrial laundry environment. Experience using continuous batch washers, open pocket washers, and industrial dryers, and you will be supervising about 7 other people per day.

Must be local, or have a vehicle as this position will start before transit runs. $14.52 an hour. This is a full time, permanent position. Job is located in Langford at 861 Van Isle Way, Victoria B.C. Please contact Andrew via email at amackeen@k-brolinen.com

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SEEKING Permanent F/T P/T Sandwich artist. $10.68/hrs.

744 Goldstream Ave. subwaygoldstreamave@gmail.com

OFFICE SUPPORT CLERK A building materials supply company has an immediate opening for a full-time administrative assistant.

This person needs to be reliable, friendly, polite, and a self starter.

Responsibilities: Applicant will be responsible for coordinating shipments, data entry, answering telephones and responding to customer inquiries, communicating with vendors, creating and filing purchase orders, website updates, answering telephones in a courteous manner, maintaining a positive attitude toward customers and team members, and other miscellaneous tasks. Great benefits and salary is commensurate with experience.

Forward resumes to hr@royaletileco.com.

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BRAND NEW LOCATION! We are currently seeking an individual to run an efÀcient and proÀtable truck & equipment service department in our new shop through productive stafÀng, customer retention, cost controls, achievement of objectives and maintenance of all service records. Preference will be given to candidates with technical knowledge of heavy duty trucks & equipment and proven leadership skills. The Inland Group is an industry-leading group of heavy truck & equipment dealerships in business since 1949 with 1,200 employees and 23 locations in North America. Further details can be found under Canada, Job Opportunities at www.inland-group.com.

Resumes & cover letters should be emailed to Lori Willcox at lwillcox@inland-group.com or faxed to 604-608-3156

TRADES, TECHNICAL ATTENTION: Utility Tree Workers.

Quad L Enterprises Ltd. is looking for Certified Utility Arborists and Slasher Operators. Full time work.

Email hr@isley.ca or fax 780-532-1250

VOLUNTEERS KIDS HELP Phone is seeking a volunteer to be apart of their Walk So Kids Can Talk Committee helping to plan and coordinate the Walk So Kids Can Talk event. Group meets monthly. Driver’s License required. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

THE LEUKEMIA & Lymphoma Society of Canada is recruiting a volunteer to help put together a fundraising team for their Light the Night Walk. Professional fundraising experience an asset. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

HELP WANTED

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15% off Students + 65+ or with this ad. Call 250-213-3340. www.clearpath-acu.com

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

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HELP WANTED

Part Time Paginator Black Press Community Newspapers requires a Part Time Paginator in our Victoria ofďŹ ce.

This is an entry-level opportunity and while this is not a design position, some ad building will be required. The successful candidate will have a good knowledge of InDesign, as well as a basic knowledge of PhotoShop and Adobe Acrobat.

Other skills required include a good working knowledge of either Mac or PC platform and a willingness to learn the other, the ability to be focused and to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and to think independently and be a good problem solver.

Additionally, the ability to learn several industry speciďŹ c software packages is a must.

Candidates must be willing to work day shifts Monday to Wednesday, totaling approximately 22 hours a week.

Black Press is Canada’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 “Paginator� in the subject line.

Deadline to apply is April 16, 2014 www.blackpress.ca

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INVESTOR seeking unique business ventures helmed by smart, sensible people. Capital available for moderate to medium-sized new projects, and for established enterprises to facilitate cash flow. investorcapital@shaw.ca

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.

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

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

UNDER $200 CHILDREN’S DANCE costumes, Quality dress up costumes, fancy Halloween costumes. Many sizes starting at $20. (250)595-6443, lv msg.

FREE ITEMS FREE RV stuff+ table saw.

Call (250)479-1771.

FRIENDLY FRANK HAMMOCK, TOP quality. Asking $60. Must sell! Call (250)383-4506.

MUSTANG FLOAT coat $35.

Carhartt rain paints $20. Roof racks $10. Call (778)265-1615 NO NAME cell phone, barely used, leather case that straps to belt, $80. (778)432-2822

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

GARAGE SALES N.SAANICH ESTATE SALE. Antique furniture and larger items. Sat. & Sun. April 12 & 13, 9am-2pm. 8568 Kingcome Cres. No early birds.

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

LEGAL SERVICES

RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Home Movies to DVD. Also, Portraiture, Baby, Family + Maternity.

250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com

PETS PET CARE SERVICES

OLYMPIC VIEW

DOGGIE DAYCARE • SMALL DOGS ONLY • IN HOME CARE Competitive Rates, Daily Walks, Loving Home.

250-220-0659 CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS 250.388.3535

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 Estate’s (near Hospital) 1850sq ft 3 bdrms, 3.5 baths, 5 appls and much more, $295,000. Call Gord, 1-250746-7240.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

CAMPBELL RIVER: 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath Bare-Land Strata patio home on Golf Course.

Gated adult comm. with min. maint. Small pet ok. New price $343,800. W/C acc. Call (250)286-1719.

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

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

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

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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.

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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 DISTRESS SALES BANK FORECLOSURES FIXER UPPERS

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.

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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.

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

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL DOWNTOWN LANGFORD: An exclusive live/work lease opportunity! If you’re looking to establish or re-locate your office in a brand new centrally located building and minimize your commute time and costs, this may be the perfect solution for you! The ground floor offers 750 sq ft of commercial space, shelled and ready to fit your business needs according to your specifications. The upper level, which can be accessed from either inside or outside, is a 2 bdrm apt. with a spacious and bright living room, highly functional kitchen with granite countertop and a convenient eating area. The unique feature of this unit is that it combines brand new construction with a location in the heart of Langford, right behind the park at Veterans’ Memorial Parkway and Goldstream Ave. and across the street from the Westshore Chamber of Commerce.

Lease terms are to be negotiated depending on the needs and suitability of interested parties. For more information and viewing, call Boris at (250) 216-4415.

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

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SHARED ACCOMMODATION VICTORIA $475-$550. incl.

Quality Housing for quality people. Call 778-977-8288.

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

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.

CARS 1993 ACURA INTEGRA (bought in the USA), 204,810, km, in good condition. $2500.

Call (250)884-6861.

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 SOOKE: QUAINT 1 bdrm $675/mo. Pets considered.

Avail. now. (778)352-1618.

TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

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

SPORTS & IMPORTS

AUTO FINANCING

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.

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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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ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING Vida Samimi

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

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designerg@shaw.ca BILL’S MASONRY. Brick, tiles, pavers. All masonry & Chimney re-pointing. F/P repairs. 250-478-0186.

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GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, April 11, 2014 GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, April 11, 2014

HomeFinder Find a place to call home

Q: HOW CAN I HELP MAKE SURE I GET TOP PRICE FOR MY HOME? Make sure you have room to negotiate – When determining your asking price, be sure you have left yourself enough room to bargain. Select your highest and lowest price and then consult your motivation for sale: do you want to price high to earn the most, or price low for a quick sale?

Enlist the opinion of others – Don’t rely solely on your own judgement when preparing your home for sale. Ask others what they honestly think about your property’s strengths and weaknesses. A good realtor will give an honest opinion about steps to be taken to make your home as saleable as possible.

Don’t move out before you’ve sold – It’s well known that a vacant home is more difficult to sell and may appear to potential buyers like you have a strong motivation to sell.

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

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GREATER VICTORIA MARKET UPDATE » AS OF APRIL 9/COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

185/615 » 493/1,346 » 4,124/4,585 »

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

SELLING TIP | Keep the motivation for selling your home private to ensure it doesn’t affect negotiations

Video can work as a home marketing tool One local Realtor is seeing it work effectively for clients

Don Descoteau News staff

The popularity of home and garden TV shows has been an inspiration for Stephen Foster.

Married to an interior designer and keenly interested in home improvement projects, the Greater Victoria Realtor was looking for a edge as he built his fledgling real estate career.

With film and television experience under his belt, Foster’s answer has been to meld his various skills together and create a service that gives people a better sense of what a home and its surrounding neighbourhood are all about – before the potential buyer steps foot inside.

“Every single house I (have a listing for) gets a video,” he says. Where some agents limit video marketing coverage to their big-ticket, exclusive properties, he takes every property on its own merits and looks for the highlights.

“I feel there is value in everybody’s assets,” he says, adding those appealing characteristics can be found all around a home.

Using video as a tool to sell homes is not new, but Foster has taken the strategy to a new level, posting the videos on his personal website and creating a YouTube channel that now has more than 500 subscribers.

With many potential buyers, even those just curious about what’s on the market or for sale in their neighbourhood, looking online first for details about homes, Foster says, video is the next step to linking busy potential buyers to properties.

“I just thought, why not give

Realtor Stephen Foster has a background in film and television and relies on video these days to help enhance his real estate services. Video tours of homes for sale are becoming more common in the Greater Victoria market.

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people a different impression of a home,” Foster says, adding the fact he is comfortable in front of a camera helps him make the presentations fun and entertaining. “A sale is still about reaching out to people, and that was a way of connecting on a wider scale.”

The explosion of YouTube and its links to social media websites like Facebook, Twitter and others has allowed Foster’s service to blossom in the last couple of years.

Anyone without a background in film and TV would no doubt find the process of creating individual videos for each listing a time-consuming, labour-intensive activity. But Foster says the process has been worthwhile and provides him with some quality leads.

While he watches his advertising budget closely, he says it’s still important to use a multi-pronged approach, using print and other mediums to reach a broad audience.

“Initially I had to focus where I could get as many people as possible,” he says. “With my background, taking people through a home by video was of paramount importance. The impact has been great, and it’s growing as people see how I do my work.”

He’s had buyers contact him from Calgary, Edmonton and Saskatchewan who have seen his videos.

Realtor Fergus Kyne, a former schoolteacher who’s been selling real estate in Greater Victoria since 1998, also uses video, but in a slightly different, more subjective way.

He offers listing reviews in short video segments – often featuring guests who provide ancillary services to the real estate industry – in which he gives his opinion on various aspects of properties currently listed for sale.

“I was looking for a different way to attract buyers, and the idea came up to help buyers review listings,

Roy Stevenson

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in terms of the value and the possibility of getting a property sold,” he says.

The idea, he says, was to be able to say, “XYZ property at 1234 Elm St. is priced very well and I don’t think it will last long,” where another home might be perceived as being somewhat overpriced for the market.

While he finds his forté is still working with people face to face, the video service has offered another way of getting his image out there as someone with expertise in the housing market.

With analysis and what-if style TV programs like Trading Spaces, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and Property Virgins continuing to prove popular, the use of video by Greater Victoria Realtors is likely only going to increase. Given the time involved in producing, some agents will still have to be convinced that it’s worth their while.

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VICTORIA

406-1615 Belcher, $179,900

Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Shelly Reed, 250-213-7444

1769 Haultain St, $629,999

Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Arran McLellan, 250-884-3980

1910 Moss Park Gdns, $784,900

Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250-744-3301

108-545 Manchester Rd, $165,000

Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty June Wing, 250-479-3333

202-1425 Fort St, $299,000

Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Maggie Thompson, 250-889-5955

733A Humboldt (200 Douglas)

Saturday, Sunday & Monday 1-4 Macdonald Realty Helene Roy, 250 883-2715

1936 Richardson St, $585,000

Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Velma Sproul, 250-213-2858

303-1204 Fairfield, $450,000

Sunday 1-3 Coldwell Banker Slegg Realty Bruce Scott, 250-888-0080

606 Speed Ave, $245,000

Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Scott Munro, 250 477-5353

2529 Shelbourne St, $459,900

Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Shelly Reed, 250-213-7444

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204-1012 Collinson, $239,900

Saturday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Rick Humphries, 250-889-2310

VIEW ROYAL

26-1498 Admirals Rd, $139,900

Saturday 2-4 403-2527 Quadra, $259,900 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Eileen Jespersen, 250-686-4820 Saturday 2:30-4 One Percent Realty 35-1309 Craigflower, Guy Effler, 250-812-4910 $129,000 Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun 2650 Belmont, $559,900 Doreen Halstenson, 250-744-3301 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

ESQUIMALT

1741 Patly Pl, $1,088,100

611 Lampson St, $549,000

Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Julie Rust, 250-385-2033

Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheri Crause, 250-592-4422

101-119 Ladysmith, $429,000

SAANICH EAST

Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheryl Bejcar, 250-592-4422

803-250 Douglas St.

Sunday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd Lynnell Davidge, 250-896-1852

510-165 Kimta Rd, $379,999

Saturday 1-2:30 Fair Realty Ltd. Sean Thomas, 250 896-5478

1102-835 View St, $289,500

Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Peter Crichton, 250-889-4000

203-3252 Glasgow, $194,900

Saturday 1-3 Fair Realty Kevin Ramsay, 250-217-5091

2490 Cadboro Heights Lane, $1,288,000 Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Ed G Sing, 250-744-3301

4210 Quadra, $569,900 Sunday 12-2 Smartmove Realty Inc Linda Clark, 250 380-6683

4516 Eva Ave, $649,900

Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheryl Bejcar, 250-592-4422

307-1514 Church Ave.

Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty June Wing, 250-479-3333

Midtown Park, $299,888

Wednesday thru Sunday 12-4 RE/MAX Alliance 5153 Santa Clara, $769,000 Ron Neal, 250-386-8181 Saturday 2-4 313-3277 Glasgow Ave, Re/Max Camosun $214,999 Lynne Sager, 250 744-3301 Sunday 11-1 982 Mckenzie Ave, Pemberton Holmes Ltd. $299,900 Arran McLellan, 250-884-3980 Saturday & Sunday 1-4 4237 Denrob Pl, $579,999 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Saturday 11-1 James Liu, 250 477-5353 Pemberton Holmes 310-3460 Quadra, $199,900 Arran McLellan, 250-884-3980 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Jim Reslein 250 384-8124 4010 Willowbrook Pl,

SAANICH WEST

970 Tolmie Ave, $409,900

Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Jeannie Lau, 250-477-5353

$509,000

Saturday 11:30-1:30 Re/Max Camosun Peter Gray, 250-744-3301

3795 Burnside Pl, $549,900

Sunday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jenn Raappana, 250-590-3921

631 Cowper St, $499,900

Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Paul Whitney, 250-889-2883

308-4536 Viewmont, $299,980

Sunday 2-4 Macdonald Realty Jane Logan, 250-920-6868

764 Daffodil Ave, $574,900

Saturday & Sunday 2-4 One Percent Realty Jim Parsons, 250-220-8600

564 Normandy, $449,900

Saturday 12-1:30 One Percent Realty Guy Effler, 250-812-4910

560 Margaret, $535,000

Saturday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

4124 Santa Anita, $525,000

Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

2-3957 South Valley, $589,900

Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Frank Chan, 250-477-7291

SAANICH PENINSULA

408-1240 Verdier Ave, $319,000

Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Robin Lewis, 250-656-0131

2248 Cooperidge Dr, $549,500

Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Fowles, 250-477-7291

3150-2600 Ferguson, $245,000

Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

2321 Island View Rd, $412,000

Thursday to Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

202-2779 Stautw Rd, $129,000

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