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Snuggle buddies Beacon Hill Children’s Farm staff member Tovay Helgesen snuggles up to eight-month-old Sweetpea, a rescued pig. The farm takes in many rescued animals from pigs to chickens. Beacon Hill Children’s Farm is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Local small businesses aren’t trying to battle big box stores – they simply want a piece of your business when it makes sense.

In just two years, Think Local First has grown from a handful of members to more than 150 Greater Victoria businesses today. And while competition remains fierce, local business owners are embracing a cooperative mantra to woo new customers and keep them coming back.

“If independent business wants to make it, we’ve either got to grow together or let our business go,” said Gayle Robinson, president of Think Local First, the latest evolution of the Shop Local Victoria movement. “It’s the relationship people have with a shopkeeper that makes them want to go back and support that Robinson business.”

Robinson, also the owner of Robinson’s Outdoor Store, said Think Local First members are now looking at creating a local points and coupon system, modelled on Portland’s Supportland program.

Using an app or points card, customers are rewarded for shopping at local stores by receiving cross-promotional coupons or incentives to visit other member businesses.

“We’ve had 18 or 19 new members join Think Local First in the last week alone,” Robinson said. “We’ve quickly outgrown downtown boundaries and we’ve become a regional organization, from Sooke to Sidney, Esquimalt to Oak Bay.” PLEASE SEE: Rebranding helping, Page A9

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A bicycle, a bear – and a dream A bike trek ascending B.C. had a series of adventures for Victoria author John Crouch Kevin Laird News staff

John Crouch had a vision about the bear. Oftentimes, it would prevent him from falling asleep at night. He even had lurid dreams of being mauled in his tent by a manic bear.

It wasn’t until he convinced himself of the irrationality of such thoughts that he was able not to worry. But it was also when his dream became reality.

On a drizzly day in the summer of 2011, Crouch met up with a black bear on the Alaska Highway, just north of Nuggett City, while cycling from Whitehorse to Victoria as part of a 2,500-kilometre bicycle trek to raise funds for Parkinson’s disease.

The large black bear was no more than 15 metres off the side of the road when Crouch came across him. The mighty bruin quickly reared up on his hind legs, staring the Victoria author down.

“It frightened the hell out of Photo contributed me,” Crouch, 73, said.

John Crouch, 73, takes a rest after a long day on his bicycle. The Victoria author rode solo from Crouch fumbled for his whistle Whitehorse to Victoria – a distance of 2,500 kilometres – on a personal odyssey and to raise funds – useless since the bear had for Parkinson’s disease. already seen him. He then hoped rivers. his trek that took him just over some traffic would pass by. No months, I raised close to $13,000.

The adventure started as three weeks to complete along such luck. The bear refused to People were incredibly generous.” something he wanted to do to six major highways: the Alaska, move. Crouch then decided to Crouch rode an average of commemorate his 70th birthday, Stewart-Cassiar, Yellowhead, slowly pedal six metres to the 117 kilometres a day, sometimes but he soon added purpose to Cariboo, Sea-to-Sky and Transother side of the road, since it by himself and other times with the trip when he decided to raise Canada. was easy to tell the bear wasn’t groups of other cyclists. He would funds for his nephew in England Crouch, an endurance athlete going to move. set up his tent in campground, who suffers from early The bear then dropped back on in his younger days, writes about stay in hotels or with sponsor his journey in his latest book Six all fours and resumed munching families. onset Parkinson’s disease, Highways to Home. away on the slender grass. And “Everyday was a surprise in the a progressive disease of the The journey started in the Crouch was able to go on his sense that I was seeing wonderful, nervous system.

Yukon and then descended the merry way. extraordinary countryside. It was “I was absolutely terrified province where he rode through ••• quite unbelievable,” he said. about raising money because I mountain ranges, atop wide This lone bear was just one of And despite the early encounter didn’t think I’d raise a penny,” plateaux and beside rushing 15 (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX Crouch passed paths with in Crouch recalled. “In less than four with the bear, he said the trip was

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“I never feel the road is too immense or difficult,” he said. “It’s the attitude one has to take, really.”

– John Crouch remarkably unspectacular except for the scenery, the people he met along the way and the generosity of others. “I had no mechanical problems whatsoever – not even a flat tire,” he said.

••• The idea of writing a book on his expedition was the furthest thing from Crouch’s mind when he began the journey.

The trip was just something he wanted to do for a long time, and now seemed the right time to do it.

It wasn’t until he got home that friends and colleagues urged him to write a book. “(The trip) wasn’t a big deal – only 2,500 kilometers, but people said it was a big deal … particularly for an old guy.”

Crouch kept a very detailed journal of his adventures, so when he decided to start writing everything came together quite quickly. He began writing the book last winter. It hits store shelves this spring.

And his next adventure? This summer he plans to cycle 1,500 kilometres to San Francisco.

“I never feel the road is too immense or difficult,” he said.

“It’s the attitude one has to take, really.”

As long as there’s no manic bears, of course.

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City wants input on bicycle master plan The City of Victoria is tweaking its bicycle master plan, and staff want public input before they finalize the guiding document.

The city’s bicycle master plan was created in 1995, since which the city has installed 41 kilometres of painted bike lanes, 2.6 km of multi-use trails and over 1,000 bicycle parking spots downtown.

Separated cycling lanes have been nixed in

favour of painted, on-street lanes, however dedicated cycling lanes will be installed on the new Johnson Street Bridge and along Dallas Road and Pandora Avenue in the coming three years.

Victoria’s planned capital spending on cycling infrastructure is about $470,000 in 2014.

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When Dr. Rachel Staples and her colleagues advertised a free day of dentistry last year, they thought they’d be serving Victoria’s poorest.

But after completing about $37,000 worth of fillings, tooth extractions and cleanings at their three Academy Dental offices, Staples was struck by the spectrum of people who took advantage of the complimentary services.

“We had every gamut of Victoria, from street kids to people struggling with drug addiction to a real estate agent to single moms,” she said.

“You have to do what you’ve set out to do, which is to treat everybody as equal.”

The first come, first served Dentistry From The Heart program was initiated 13 years ago

in Florida and has since grown to include more than 200 dental practices across North America.

The program provides reprieve for people who otherwise can’t afford out-of-pocket medical expenses, which StatsCan numbers show is a growing demographic across the country.

Medical costs like prescription drugs, insurance premiums and dental care increased significantly in Canada between 1997 and 2009, with the average low-income household spending more than $1,000 annually on optional health-care services.

Out-of-pocket medical expenses rose by 63 per cent over the same period after being adjusted for inflation, while the average low-income household doled out $380 annually on dental care.

“Dentistry is a luxury for some people but from my perspective,

whether it’s oral disease, cavities, extractions or periodontal disease, it’s all preventable,” Staples said.

“So this provides an opportunity to educate people and hope they take some of that home and understand why regular dental care matters.”

Academy Dental will host its day of complimentary services at 1195 Fort St., and in Sooke at 6689 Sooke Rd. on Monday (April 28) from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Both adults and children are welcome to choose from a single tooth extraction, single filling or a cleaning. For more information, call 250-383-6556 or visit dentistvictoria.com.

Saanich dentists Ross Crapo and Ngan Huynh also participate in Dentistry From The Heart each fall, through which they’ve helped more than 200 patients since 2010. dpalmer@vicnews.com

Esquimalt tax increase could be nil Daniel Palmer News staff

New construction at Victoria Shipyards and CFB Esquimalt is proving a boon to Esquimalt residents, who may see a second consecutive year of frozen property tax increases.

The township stands to gain more than $11 million in revenue from the federal Property in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program in 2014. PILT pays Canadian municipalities $700 million annually for federal and Crown corporation offices, national parks and other buildings located within their jurisdictions.

Last year, the township received $10.3 million – about 40 per cent of its revenue – from PILT, while this year’s windfall will account for 43 per cent of revenue, said Mayor Barb Desjardins.

“Right now, we’re looking at either a 1.24 per cent or 1.81 per cent property tax increase across the board,” Desjardins said. “But we’ve asked staff to go back and see is there any opportunity to lower that, because we do have some surplus.”

Other Capital Region municipalities are considering property tax increases between 2.61 per cent (Sidney) and 4.5 per cent (View Royal). North Saanich is the only other municipality holding property tax rates at 2013 levels.

Ian Irvine, Esquimalt’s chief financial officer, said the township’s largest capital expenditure for 2014

is the Admirals Road corridor upgrade, which is already underway and partially offset by a $2.8 million contribution from the gas tax fund.

“The other big ones are a new fire engine for Esquimalt Fire Rescue and two garbage trucks,” Irvine said.

Council next meets April 28 at municipal hall. dpalmer@vicnews.com

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Depression, anxiety and suicide take centre stage at Victoria High next week, as the school’s leadership class hosts three days of mental health awareness workshops for students.

Entitled Your Mind Matters: Let’s Talk about Mental Health, the events are intended to de-stigmatize the concerning number of

young people impacted by mental health issues, says Leslie Albers, Vic High leadership teacher.

“I’ve seen such a growth in anxiety among students in my years of teaching and it can be quite debilitating for kids,” Albers says. “Students want to know when it’s not just worrying, and they want to be able to help their friends.”

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“We’re just hoping that this event will open the discussion and provide students with information and coping strategies,” Albers says.

Kicking off the series April 29, keynote speaker Brent Seal will share his journey from a suicide attempt and mental illness to the ultra-marathoner and motivational speaker he is today.

Seal graduated in 2010 from Simon Fraser University as valedictorian and spends his time as an ambassador for mental health.

The following day, leadership students host 12 workshops and presentations about specific mental disorders and illnesses including eating disorder, bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety.

Trained school counsellors will participate in each workshop.

On May 1, leadership students host a lunchtime event promoting strategies that contribute to mental wellness that includes free food, exercise demonstrations, activities and games.

“This seems to be a fairly unique event for a high school, although I don’t think our high school is unique in student mental health challenges, it’s just our society,” Albers said.

“But the response has been very positive from speakers and we hope it’s the same for students.” dpalmer@vicnews.com

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Teachers begin job action Natalie North

to a March 6 B.C. Teachers’ Federation vote, in which 89 per cent of members waiting on long-stalled contract negotiations supported potential job action, the first since a three-day walk out in March 2012.

Stage 1 is strictly administrative. Teachers will continue to teach, write report cards, communicate with parents and participate in voluntary extracurricular activities.

They won’t undertake any mandated supervision of students outside of regularly scheduled classes except as set out by an essential services order (in the Greater Victoria School District, such supervision falls outside teacher responsibility, so students will feel no effect); they will abstain from attending

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Teachers across the province began job action, targeting administrative duties on Wednesday – action that will have little effect on students, and if the president of the Greater Victoria Teachers’ Association is right, it will end soon.

“I don’t see us staying in this Stage 1 very long,” said Benula Larsen. “Either we’re going to get something or we’re going to increase. For parents, for public, for the teachers, we don’t want to start September again without knowing what’s happening.

Or just sitting at the table and hoping. We can’t keep hoping.

We have to do something.”

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any meetings with management other than those with worksite joint health and safety committees; they will no longer provide or receive principals or administrators with any routine printed, written or electronic communication; nor will they arrive at a worksite prior to one hour before class or stay more than one hour late.

“It can’t continue like this,” Larsen added. “We’re not going to go another school year like this. It’s either this or we’re going to walk out and I’m hearing from teachers that this time, there’s no three days, or one day – no, no, no, no – we’re going to walk out until we get what we want. That’s what teachers are saying.” arts@mondaymag.com

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VicPD seeks public input Residents and business owners in Victoria and Esquimalt are being asked to postmark their VicPD Community and Business Surveys

by April 30.

VicPD volunteers and reserve officers have been attending randomly selected addresses in Victoria and Esquimalt to drop off the surveys, which include a comprehensive questionnaire and

a stamped return envelope VicPD will use the feedback to establish its policing priorities for the coming years.

Golden Piggies head to trough Each year the corporate citizens who best exemplify the Gadarene rush to the bottom, the rogue boars who ignore public good and governmental regulation as they root for the golden truffle,

are celebrated with a presentation ceremony for the coveted Corporate Golden Piggie.

“It’s an Academy Awards-style show spoof that awards the corporate evil-doers with the recognition they deserve,” said producer David Lowther.

This 18th annual, musical-comedy event is a fundraiser for the Together Against Poverty Society.

This year the show will be held in the

auditorium of the BCGEU Building, 2994 Douglas St., Sunday (April 27) starting at 2 p.m.

Everyone is encouraged to come and root for their favourite swine.

Admission is by donation.

Tell us your story The Victoria News is always on the lookout for community news.

If you have a story you’d like to share email us at: editor@vicnews. com.

Rebranding helping local merchants Continued from Page A1

Shop Local Victoria began when Robinson started researching similar initiatives in Chicago, San Francisco, Portland and Seattle in early 2012 before approaching the Downtown Victoria Business Association with the idea. She then used $1,000 in DVBA seed money to create a logo and promotional material and by late-2012, Shop Local was buzzing throughout downtown businesses.

The rebranding from Shop Local to Think Local First is intended to better reflect the business owners who have since joined the organization including automotive, retail, grocery, legal, insurance, building and green sectors, she said.

At Think Local First’s annual general meeting at the Atrium last week, Robinson told members the goal is to get Capital Region residents

purchasing 10 per cent of their goods from local stores.

“That’s doable for every person, and it has a huge impact on the local economy,” she said.

Money spent at local business is kept in the local economy two to three times longer, Robinson said, as locals tend to buy supplies from other local businesses with a similar community footprint.

“Think of all that revenue opportunity, and it all comes from a tiny shift in our spending habits,” she said.

“If there’s a good deal at Wal-Mart, go get it.

Every person has the right to spend their money wisely, but every city that’s really thriving has a healthy, vibrant local economy, and that’s important, too.”

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Are You Suffering From Constipation?

Constipation refers to bowel movements that are infrequent or hard to pass. - Chronic Constipation affects 15-30% of Canadians.

It is commonly found in young children and the elderly, occurring more frequently in Females than in males.

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Hockey loyalty is up for grabs It’s playoff time in the NHL and hockey fans in two of Canada’s three largest cities are on the outside looking in.

Both the Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs could not squeeze into the postseason. For the Leafs, a colossal collapse in March spelled their demise. For the Canucks, a good first couple of months disintegrated into a season of poor play.

Both have quickly turned to big names in the game to help turn around their fortunes.

The Canucks have brought iconic former captain Trevor Linden back into the fold after he spent six years in the hockey wilderness.

The Leafs have secured Brendan Shanahan from the league office, a hall-of-famer.

The big question now is whether these two greats on the ice, now with grey hair sprinkling their former mullets, can turn around the fortunes of these franchises.

Linden’s task looks larger than that of Shanahan’s. The game has passed the Canucks. It’s all about speed and size now, and the Canucks’ core players, specifically the Sedin brothers, have never been known for their fleetness of foot. They are smart, skilled and tougher than they are given credit for – they are not, however, fast.

One could argue neither of these big announcements from the Canucks or Leafs amounts to a hill of beans. Even someone with a smidgeon of hockey sense could tell you the Leafs need reliable defencemen.

Shanny going to play D? Does Linden have a time machine to get the speedy Pavel Bure back on the ice?

These announcements are window dressing, at best.

So, for whom do we cheer? The last remaining Canadian-based team, Les Habitants? No thanks. We will scour the rosters, find the team with the highest percentage of B.C. and Canadian-born players, and go that route.

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Party is in favour of a Canadian My first column discussed the refinery. light oil spill by the Exxon Valdez • An Asian refinery will also and the terrible toll it took on the generate 100 train cars a day of Alaskan habitat and fishery. It also dirty coke (much fouler than B.C. gave proof that a bitumen spill coal) which will be subsequently would be far worse. A bitumen burnt in the atmosphere to create spill would be almost completely power. The Kitimat refinery will not unrecoverable because it would result in the production of any coke. sink and stay on the bottom of our As we all live on one planet, it is far seabed. better for the global environment to The solution that is best for build this refinery in Canada.

Canada is to build a refinery • Construction of the refinery in Kitimat. I am promoting and will create 6,000 jobs in B.C. for five financially backing this solution. It years. Operations at the refinery will convert the bitumen to very will result in more permanent jobs light fuels that would float and than any project has ever created evaporate if ever spilled. There are in B.C. with approximately 3,000 other enormous benefits:

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direct jobs. These will be highly paid permanent jobs. These jobs will be available for the life of the refinery which should be in excess of 50 years. In addition there will be thousands of other jobs created in spinoff local petrochemical companies and in indirect employment throughout the province.

• The Canadian and provincial governments, local regional districts and municipalities, and many First Nations will share in billions of new tax dollars each year.

Unfortunately, our Canadian oil companies are not interested in building a new major refinery. They are focused on extraction which is more profitable than refining.

One of them challenged me to spearhead the refinery myself, so I am doing that.

We have a solid business plan and as a consequence, Chinese banks and other institutions are prepared to lend us most of the funds required to build the greenest and most efficient refinery in the world. We are currently moving ahead with engineering design and environmental work.

We will also build a safe pipeline from Alberta to the refinery, with the active participation of First PLEASE SEE: Pipelines can operate safely, Page A20

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Whether you are planning a major renovation or a great spring spruce up, you’ll find all the inspiration you need at this weekend’s annual Victoria Spring Home Expo, Friday to Sunday April 25 to 27.

With three entire rinks at West Shore Parks and Recreation filled with hundreds of exhibitors, this is your opportunity to discover the latest ideas and innovations with the area’s best local contractors, designers, decorators and home improvement experts. Find specialists in kitchens, windows, doors, flooring, bathrooms, heating, hot tubs and more.

As Victoria’s premier show of the year, this is your chance to speak with all the experts in one place – the experts who can help you make the right decisions about products, projects and materials for your home renovation.

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As one of the featured speakers at Victoria’s largest building, renovation and décor show, Herriot will delve into edible gardening. On Saturday when she tells show-goers Have Your Garden and Eat It Too! introducing them to “ornamental edibles.”

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SPOTLIGHT: NELSON HOMES

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Imports provide most sizzle in New York There was more sizzle in my New York steak dinner than on the show floor at the Big Apple’s international auto show.

It seems the Big Four shot their lightning bolts at the preceding Detroit and Los Angeles auto extravaganzas and left it to the import manufacturers to dazzle here.

Nissan did not disappoint with the unveiling of a classy looking crossover in the shape of the all-wheel drive 2015 Nissan Murano.

The mid-size model first showed up in 2002 and this new model marks the birth of the third-generation. The Nissan-named V-Motion nose and boomerang-shaped tail lights ensure it makes an impression on the observer, coming and going, and distinguishes itself from its rivals.

Inside, up to five passengers can expect more of a luxury ride than they might have enjoyed in the outgoing version – heated and cooled front seats will impress those upfront.

The trend in this segment to include huge sunroofs continues here.

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tre six-cylinder powerplant matched to a continuously variable transmission.

Expect to see the Murano in the showrooms at the tail end of the year.

Before moving on, the Nissan Sport Sedan Concept should be mentioned as it offers a clue to what the new Maxima might resemble. And boy, is it a looker despite the horrible orange colour of the show car! It too features a panoramic roof stretching almost from the windshield to the rear window. A production model version is expected later in the year, which suggests the L.A. show might benefit from that timetable.

Any new Toyota Camry is an instant hit, especially in North America where it’s been the best selling car

for 12 years. Despite that, the Japanese manufacturer launched an all-new 2015 model, just three years after introducing a redesign.

It incorporates design touches now appearing in sibling models, including a deeper grille that more resembles an upmarket Lexus. Interior materials are upgraded and a large central display matches the design trend of its competitors. Two trims are added; a sporty XSE with some luxury touches and a Hybrid SE. Toyota sticks with its 2.5-litre, four-cylinder, and 3.5-litre, six-cylinder engines plus its Hybrid Synergy Drive.

Hyundai would like to put a serious dent in the Toyota Camry success story with its own mid-size sedan – the redesigned Sonata.

It’s likely the introduction of a sharp looking Sonata in 2011 helped prompt Toyota into taking a serious look at upping the ante in the Camry. Other competitors have also risen to the challenge. Now the seventh-generation, newly styled, sharper looking 2015 Sonata raises the bar again with improved ride and handling plus advanced driver assistance and safety

equipment.

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The one domestic manufacturer that did show up with something more

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Prices for all of the above closer to launch when pencils have been sharpened and each figure out how they can undercut competitors.

exciting than the rest was Jeep, which introduced the compact Renegade. It is the iconic brand’s first foray into the small SUV segment.

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Safe on two wheels Alexandra Straub

Like education, the motorcycle gear you wear is vital to your safety. Just ask someone who has had a spill.

Here’s an example. A colleague of mine caught gravel around a bend while riding in the States. She hit the guardrail then passed out. She was then airlifted to hospital where she suffered a minor concussion, and a few bruises and scrapes. Even the doctors were amazed at her condition.

It was said to her that her gear likely saved her life.

She was wearing leathers, gloves, protective boots, and a helmet.

Granted, not everyone is as lucky, but you get my point.

Those who have experienced an accident weren’t thinking, “Gee, I really wish I wore my shorts and flip flops.”

When I ride, I’m in full garb.

Depending on what type of riding I’m taking on that day, I’ll dress appropriately.

I’m an advocate of riding gear. All of it.

Helmet: The government in British Columbia only enforces one piece of safety equipment when riding on the road. That’s a helmet.

If you’re not going to invest any money in anything else, protect your noggin. I’m not suggesting buying the most expensive and fanciest lid out there because most of us don’t have thousands of dollars for a carbon fibre helmet.

Make sure it fits properly.

Local motorcycle shops generally have trained staff in fitting helmets. They’re supposed to fit snugly.

I’ve been told that even the cheapest helmet that fits perfectly will do more for you than an expensive one that’s just not right for you.

You only have one head.

Use it and protect it.

Jackets: There are a couple of common materials used in jackets: leather and textile. There are more, but the two listed are quite prominent. Each have their own benefits. Textile jackets tend to be more breathable, while leather has been said to be better protection. You can argue each case.

Some jackets come with armor (added protection in the back, elbows, and shoulders.) Some don’t.

I suggest armor only because it protects you that much more. However, there are accessories you can purchase if your jacket you choose doesn’t come with it built in.

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Kevlar jeans are common riding pants. Kevlar jeans are getting better and better as more research and development is conducted.

I say, if you’re going for the “cool” look, spend a little more for the added protection.

Boots: Not everyone will want heavily reinforced boots. That’s fine. But if you’re going to ride, get leather footwear that at least covers your anklebone.

What’s great about the industry now is the availability of cool riding shoes that have reinforced heels and ankle protection. You can look good and be protected. Bonus.

Gloves: There are a few styles of gloves. There are ones that cover just your hands/fingers and ones called gauntlet gloves that cover past your wrists.

Some gloves also have reinforced points with carbon fibre to prevent further damage. Like with a helmet, and the rest of your gear, get gloves that fit you, like, a glove. Too much room can cause blisters. Too little

room cuts off circulation.

Off-Road: If you’re an adventure-touring rider – or would like to be – textile is the way to go. This material is much better for the changing weather you’ll encounter on the road less travelled. It’s breathable and generally has a few layers. So you can take them off or put them on when needed.

Dirt Biking: Just because you fall in dirt doesn’t mean it can’t hurt. Wearing elbow and knee pads are recommended. A lot of dirt riders will also add a chest protector/breastplate, gloves, boots and goggles.

Along with their helmet.

Accessories: If you want added peace of mind, that’s available, too. I ride with a back protector with built-in kidney protectors that I put on under my jacket. I look like a Ninja Turtle, but I don’t care. A full chest protector is also available.

These are the basics to getting started. Bottom line, you won’t regret being fully suited on the road. alexandra.straub @drivewaybc.ca

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The cost is around $289, depending on the truck.

Invest in an air mattress or you will be sporting a set of marks on your back resembling the ribs in the truck’s bed. Don’t ask me how I know.

SUV owners should especially like the tents that are designed with them in mind. These tents feature a docking collar that fits around the back of your sport-ute so your vehicle is inside your tent. When you need your vehicle, you just remove the collar and zip it up, $379. For hunters there

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Looking back, I realized I’d knocked almost 200,000 km off the vehicle. But I shined it up and put some newer used tires on it so they wouldn’t give away its true condition.

Will this get me in trouble? I wondered. I wasn’t doing anything wrong, really – this just gives me a chance to make some more money on the vehicle.

I got a phone call from a young single mom who could only afford an older vehicle. We decided to meet at her son’s school.

As I was showing her the car, I noticed the carpet, the door handles and the pedals kind of gave away its true condition.

Hopefully she’s too naïve to notice, I thought.

Forty minutes later, our exchange was complete. I probably made an extra $2,000 because of the odometer! If I’d only done this to all the other cars I sold!

Suddenly, my mind began processing the implications. That minivan was pretty much at the end of its life. That young mom is expecting the vehicle to last her for a few more years. At best, I see it lasting one more.

Parts will start failing, calling for expensive repairs. I’m certain she doesn’t have the money for that.

All I’m hoping is that it doesn’t break down on the highway. Maybe there was a reason I never did it before. Maybe, just maybe, I had a conscience up until now.

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Urban race sets pace for June A downtown Victoria “mini Amazing Race” is taking place once again this June with hundreds of local businesses participating.

Registration is now open for the UrbaCity Challenge, an urban adventure race and fundraiser for The Prostate Centre on June 8.

“We had a couple of hundred racers last year, and we’re looking at doubling that amount this year,” said Regan Forrester, event co-ordinator.

Hosted by Maximus Canada since 2010, UrbaCity is marketed as a strategic adventure race that begins at Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre and winds its way through downtown to various challenge stations.

Teams of two and four are encouraged to raise minimum pledges to compete, while corporate team categories will add to the playful competition, Forrester said.

To switch up the course from previous years, Maximus brought in Jonathan

Willcocks of Pinnacle Pursuits. The outdoor adventurist is Island born and raised, but works out of Vancouver to create corporate and friendly competition events across the globe.

“The race is a ton of fun, but there will be a whole lot of new challenges, so if you’ve done it before, you’ll be impressed and we think you’ll definitely return,” Forrester said.

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Admirals Road, from the Island Highway in View Royal to Gorge Road in Saanich, will be re-opened to vehicular traffic in early to mid-May. Prior to the opening of Admirals Road and the bridge, the two communities are hosting a modest ceremony this Saturday, April 26th, at 10 a.m., with representatives from the federal, provincial and municipal governments.

The community is invited to join the ceremony. It will take place on the

sidewalk on the east side of the new bridge. Parking is available along Gorge Road, west of Admirals Road, as well as in the perimeter areas of the Canadian Tire parking lot, located at the corner of Island Highway and Admirals Road.

Replacement of the 80-year-old bridge was necessary due to safety concerns for bridge users, including drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.

The bridge project includes construction of new sidewalks, bike lanes, safety features, improved lighting and new road surface on Admirals Road from Island Highway to Gorge Road, plus installation of storm water

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treatment facilities, rain gardens, Former Craigflower Bridge in 2012. replacement of the sanitary sewer, storm drains and water mains, and boulevard landscaping.

The new Craigflower Bridge will have a projected lifespan of 75 years and is designed as a “lifeline” structure meaning it will remain usable following a major earthquake.

For more information regarding this project, please visit the project website at www.craigflowerbridge.com

WHAT: Ceremony for the new Craigflower Bridge WHEN: Saturday, April 26 at 10 a.m.

WHERE: The sidewalk on the east side of the new bridge. Parking is available along Gorge Road, west of Admirals Road, as well as in the perimeter areas of the Canadian Tire parking lot, located at the corner of Island Highway and Admirals Road.

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• 2014 BRIDGE CEREMONY • MAYOR’S MESSAGE

COMPLETING A LEGACY PROJECT The completion of the Craigflower Bridge Replacement Project is an exceptional achievement that is celebrated by Council, staff, residents, First Nations, business owners, and commuters.

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rooted in the principles of “healthy communities” and our investment in prosperity.

Many thanks to the crews and staff for your hard work and strong commitment to quality production

“Our new Craigflower Bridge is a legacy project that connects two grand neighbourhoods. It fulfills a commitment to our residents, our businesses, our First Nations and to our region and is a lasting statement rooted in the principles of “healthy communities” and our investment in prosperity.”

Mayor Graham Hill, Town of View Royal View Royal and the District of Saanich, this regionally significant project reconnects the vital network that moves people, goods and services throughout the region.

Our new Craigflower Bridge is a legacy project that connects two grand neighbourhoods. It fulfills a commitment to our residents, our businesses, our First Nations and to our region and is a lasting statement

and safety; to the District of Saanich for taking a lead role in administering the project contract; and to the local businesses and residents for your patience during traffic disturbance.

The Craigflower Bridge plays such an essential role in our area, so let’s celebrate the completion of this new infrastructure that ensures safe and sustainable travel over the Gorge Waterway for many years to come!

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Friends of the McKenzie family on the original Craigflower Bridge shortly after the Craigflower Manor was completed in 1856 for farm bailiff Kenneth McKenzie and his family.

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CRAIGFLOWER BRIDGE: SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1855 While the previous Craigflower Bridge had been dutifully serving local residents for 80 years, it wasn’t the first bridge that spanned that section of the picturesque Gorge Waterway.

In fact, the first Craigflower Bridge opened in 1855, connecting the historic Craigflower Manor to the south and the Craigflower Schoolhouse to the north.

Replacement wooden bridges were constructed as time went on and two instances were reported over the following years of vehicles falling through as the bridges deteriorated. The last instance occurred in 1932 and the bridge at that time was demolished.

Passengers were ferried across the

Waterway until the next timber bridge opened in 1933, featuring overhead street lights that came on automatically at sunset. The provincial government had jurisdiction over the bridge and was responsible for maintenance and repair until May 1998, when ownership was transferred jointly to the municipalities of Saanich and View Royal.

The bridge remained substantially unchanged until recent years, when it was deemed no longer safe for excessive vehicle loads. It also had very narrow sidewalks on each side, no provision for bicycles, and the railings and deck were in very poor condition.

Congratulations to the Town of View Royal and the District of Saanich on a beautiful new Craigflower Bridge

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The Town of View Royal would like to thank all of their local businesses for their patience and understanding during this project.

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CRAIGFLOWER BRIDGE FAST FACTS ▶ The Craigflower Bridge is approximately 120 metres long and connects the municipalities of Saanich and View Royal. It carries about 15,000 vehicles per day, including almost 1,500 trucks.

▷ Approach road upgrades from Island Highway to Gorge Road. ▶ The new Craigflower Bridge is a “lifeline” structure meaning it will remain operational following a major earthquake.

▶ The new Craigflower Bridge and Admirals Road upgrades include: ▷ One lane northbound into Saanich, and two lanes southbound into View Royal; ▷ Wide sidewalks and bike lanes on the bridge and approach roads; ▷ Stormwater treatment for the bridge and approaches; ▷ Improved street lighting and safety features; ▷ Provision for herring fishers on the bridge; and

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Our Victoria campus is recruiting for a dynamic instructor for our Accounting and Payroll Program. You must have at least 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 years of related experience. The minimum of a PCP designation from the Canadian Payroll Association is mandatory. This is a part-time position from Mon to Fri, 1 pm to 5 pm.

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

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

250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com

YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR CLASSIFIEDS

Please send resume and cover letter to: anne.wilkes@sprottshaw.com

250.388.3535

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

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

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

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REAL ESTATE

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RENTALS

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APARTMENT/CONDOS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FOR SALE BY OWNER

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY

APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

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.

1 Bdrm Suites in Sooke

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

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4 PM. 2614 Ernhil Dr. Totally renovated 3 bdrm, 2 bath home. New exotic H/W floors.

Lrg 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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.

HOUSES FOR SALE

PRIME OAK Bay; New price $635,000. 1 block to Willows Beach, close to shops and schools. 1940â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2 bdrm, bath.

Full basement. 2516 Dalhousie St. (corner of Musgrave).

Call 250-858-8475 or 250-4728475. OPEN HOUSE: Sat.1-3.

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

SELL IT FAST WITH CLASSIFIEDS! 250.388.3535 NANAIMO: 1450SQ.FT, Open concept, 2bdrm, 2bath Rancher on 1/2 acre. Dbl garage, mature trees, greenhouse, RV prkg. $359,000.

(250)7535826 for more info google search 360264.

To view call 250-642-1900

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.

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.

From $675 per mo Refs required.

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Fishing, hiking, hunting, quadding, snowmobiling or just relaxation. Great access within 3 hours of the lower mainland, 40 km from Princeton and steps to Osprey Lake.

2 years new this 3 bedroom, 2 bath open concept chalet has it all & more. Includes a guest cabin with a bedroom, living/sitting area, kitchen & bathroom.

New detached garage for storing the toys.

Call Adrienne (Royal Lepage Parkside Realty) at 250-809-6322 for a private viewing.

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.

ESQUIMALT

Unique Building Must see

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

Laundry, Sauna, Elevator, Hot Water, Heat.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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ELECTRICAL

GARDENING

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PAINTING

PRESSURE WASHING

ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi

(250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic. #3003. 30yrs exp. Renos, Knob & Tube Replacement.

Sr.Disc.No job too big or small

250-507-6543.

ALâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, power washing, de-moss, Insured.

CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitchen/bath, wood floors, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877

A2Z PAINTING. Free estimates. Quality Exterior Painting. Call Erin (250)294-5422.

DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates.

250-744-8588, Norm.

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

JACK NASH, serving Victoria over 30 yrs. I do it all! Free est WCB. 250-881-3886.

ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Painting.

Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years experience.

250-382-3694.

(250)889-5794.

DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free est.

LANDSCAPING

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

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

TAX

250-477-4601

BLINDS & DRAPERY â&#x20AC;&#x153;THE BLIND MANâ&#x20AC;? Brand Name Blinds, Shades & Shutters, supplied and installed, free est. 14 yrs exp. call Graeme 250-889-9985 email theblindman@shaw.ca

CARPENTRY BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748.

CLEANING SERVICES HOUSEKEEPER EXPERIENCED, reliable. References.

250-920-6516, 250-881-7444.

CONCRETE & PLACING RBC CONCRETE Finishing.

All types of concrete work. No job too small. Seniors discount. Call 250-386-7007.

DRAFTING & DESIGN

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

GNC ELECTRIC Res/Comm.

Reasonable rates for quality work. #43619. 250-883-7632.

KENDRAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small.

Kendra, 250-415-7991.

FENCING ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.

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

References available.

250-475-1462.

GARDENING

Call Steven 250-381-4123 ELECTRICAL

250-361-6193 Quality Electric Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779.

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

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

John Kaiser 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236.

J&L Gardening yard clean-up and maintenance. Master gardeners. Call John or Louise (250)891-8677.

LANDSCAPE & TREE- lawns, hedges, tree pruning, gardening, landscaping. WCB. 18 yrs exp. Andrew 250-893-3465.

20% OFF! Mow, Rototill, Aerate, Hedge Trim, Clean-ups, PowerRake. (250)479-6495.

MIKEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LAWN and Garden.

Clean-ups, weeding & More.

Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s discount. Free estimates. Mike 250-216-7502.

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

Lawns have weeds & moss?

Aerating, pwr raking. Blackberry/Ivy removal, landscaping.

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

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(250) 858-0588 - Tree Service - Landscaping - Lawn & Garden Clean ups - Hedge trimming & Pruning - Pressure washing - Gutters Free estimates * WCB www.mowtime.ca

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

HANDYMAN- Light Maintenance & Repair. Call for estimate. (250)818-2709.

ANDREWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GARDENING Landscaping+ Carpentry.

Clearing, weeding, pruning, rock work, lawns. 20 yrs exp.

Insured. Call 778-967-1246.

STUCCO, Hardy Plank siding, painting, carpentry & roofing.

Free est. Dan 250-391-9851.

DESIGN PACKAGE 5 hr consultation, 3 copies of your design sketch, design survey.

100 great plant ideas. Birch Haven, 250-686-1192.

HAULING AND SALVAGE

MASONRY & BRICKWORK

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

Free estimates. 250-812-2279.

BILLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MASONRY. Brick, tiles, pavers. All masonry & Chimney re-pointing. F/P repairs. 250-478-0186.

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

Call 250-361-6164.

FAMILY MAN Hauling.

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

JUNK BOX- Junk Removal Company. Local guys. Low rates. Call (250)658-3944.

JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk.

Fast Service, Best Prices!!

Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK.

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250-216-9476 ACCEPTING new contracts; landscape and carpentry. BBB/Insured. Res /Comm. www.ftguland.com

PARRYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774 PETEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HAUL A DAY- Junk removal. Airforce guy. Call 250-881-1221.

SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount.

Brad 250-217-9578.

CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Natural & Veneered Stone.

Replace, Rebuild, Renew! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Quality is our Guaranteeâ&#x20AC;?.

Free Competitive Estimates.

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MOVING & STORAGE (250)858-6747. WRIGHT Bros Moving. $70/hour. 4 ton / lift.

Seniors discount. Call Philip.

SAFEWAY PAINTING

High quality, Organized.

Interior/Exterior Residential/Commercial Jeff, 250-889-7715 or 250-472-6660 Member BBB

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

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

TILING QUALITY TILE and STONE Installations. Good references.

Call John (250)884-8976.

SHAWN THE Tile Guy- Res/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos. Free est. Call 250-686-6046.

TREE SERVICES BUDDYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TREE SERVICESTrimming, pruning, chipping, removals, hedges, lawn care, Insured. Keith, (250)474-3697.

UPHOLSTERY PLUMBING EXPERIENCED JOURNEYMAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fair rates. Insured.

Reliable, friendly. Great references. Call Mike at KNA (250)880-0104.

FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.

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

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RENTALS

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

HOMES FOR RENT

ROOMS FOR RENT

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

AUTO FINANCING

AUTO FINANCING

CARS

CARS

NORTH QUALICUM: Recently reno’d, 2 bdrm w/ full basement, on waterfront acreage, established flower and vegetable gardens, enclosed garage, new F/S, W/D & D/W. Avail. immed., NS/NP, ref’s req’d. $1100. (250)752-3417

FAIRFIELD ROOM- walk to Cook St Village and amenities.

NS/NP. Women only. Call 250-382-6681.

RECREATION

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

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

BUYING - RENTING- SELLING 250.388.3535

SUITES, LOWER

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

LANGFORD- SPACIOUS 1 bdrm, 1 bath, laundry, $850/ mo includes all utils. Avail May 1. NS/NP. (250)389-0983.

NISSAN MICRA 1990, 164K. Toyota Corolla 1992. Each $1300. obo. (250)704-8170 .

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

SPORTS & IMPORTS

SMALL ADS,

SUITES, UPPER MAIN FLOOR. 3-bdrm. Fireplace, completely reno’d - new appl’s, large patio. Near UVic & Camosun. N/S, N/P. $1350. + utils. (250)477-5179.

WANTED TO RENT FAMILY HOME 2-3 weeks, mid-July, 2-3 adults, kids 2 & 4.

OBH Grads ‘93, ‘97, ‘00.

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TRUCKS & VANS

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

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HomeFinder Find a place to call home

FOR PROSPECTIVE FLOAT HOME BUYERS Advice from VREB president-elect Guy Crozier Work with someone experienced – “Buyers need to do their due diligence,” Crozier says.

Ensure your realtor has experience with the intricacies of float homes, and are willing to exploit that, he says.

Understand the lease – Float homes can be more expensive than a house – without the security of land – so understanding the terms of the lease, and avoiding high costs of relocation is a top consideration.

Inspect the float – Just as prospective buyers on land shouldn’t overlook a home’s foundation, a prudent shopper should investigate what lies below the waterline by contacting a floatation expert to assess the home, in addition to a standard building inspector.

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

GREATER VICTORIA MARKET UPDATE » AS OF APRIL 16/COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

456/615 » 1,113/1,408 » 4,294/4,585 »

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

DID YOU KNOW? | The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority owns Fisherman’s Wharf and supplies utilities.

Float into an easy coastal lifestyle Float home life accessible, social and a little romantic Natalie North News staff

On a bright April afternoon, Shel Suzuki and Brooklyn the bulldog soak in the sun on the deck of their Fisherman’s Wharf float home.

A harbour taxi packed with passengers cruises by and just up the dock, tourists hold up iPads and cameras to take a piece of this scene home.

Inside Suzuki’s kitchen, a two-man work crew is in the final stages of installing the kitchen cabinets back around the hot water heater – that unexpectedly gave out earlier in the day – because today they learned that the cabinets were actually built around the tank. Just another example of how float home life, particularly life in Suzuki’s ultra compact, 347 square-foot floating “hobbit house” is just like life on land, with a twist.

“It’s like any other home,” Suzuki says. “It’s just maintenance. But you can’t find people who’ve worked on float homes before, so this is their first time working on a really small space.”

Suzuki was drawn to the close community following a 2010 visit to Victoria, when along with friends, they spotted the float home, which happened to be for sale, and posed for a photo in front of it. Suzuki was living in Winnipeg at the time and was taken by the copper-roofed float home, dubbed Ziggaratus by previous owners.

“Within two months I bought the place and moved out here – without seeing the inside at all. It was just a gut feeling. I saw the front and thought: ‘I think I could live here.’”

Suzuki’s story is a common one

Shel Suzuki and Brooklyn the bulldog (a tourist attraction for water taxi tourists) take some time out on the deck of Ziggaratus, their float home within the community at Fisherman’s Wharf.

Natalie North/News staff

among the 33-home community.

One Edmonton import made a deal to purchase his home from the parking lot when he learned it was up for sale during a visit to Victoria. Before Suzuki would experience the warmweather joys that generally attract new residents to the lifestyle: kayaking off the deck and riding the water taxi downtown with Brooklyn – they had to experience a winter on the water without adequate weatherproofing.

“Because I came in January and didn’t know what the weather was like, I didn’t have a fireplace. I had single pane windows that weren’t great. I had doors that didn’t fit. It was a very cold winter – so cold I had to sleep with a pillow case on my head.”

The following month came a tsunami warning from the earthquake in Japan. The float homes were evacuated within five minutes in the middle of the night. Last Febru-

ary, a homeowner to the community couldn’t sleep through the sound of their wind chimes, and when he got out of bed to silence the noise, he spotted his neighbour’s home floating towards the Inner Harbour, secured by just one rope.

Eventually, the residents woke up, heeded the advice to stay inside, and with the help of several neighbours, secured the home once more.

Suzuki simply laughs at the few close calls they’ve been through and reiterates the need to check and tighten lines regularly. Maintenance costs, such as regular upkeep of the float on which the home is built, are in line with those of living on land.

The cost of moorage, paid by squarefootage, of the base is comparable to strata fees for condo owners.

Guy Crozier, president elect of the Victoria Real Estate Board sold float homes at Westbay Marine Village in Esquimalt when the community launched in the early 2000s.

The homes have always had a romantic appeal, the Sleepless in Seattle effect, Crozier says.

“A lot of float homes, you can park your car in a covered parking lot, walk down the dock to your float home and jump on your paddle board or in your canoe and go out right from your back door. I think that’s a pretty cool thing to have.”

Since Fisherman’s Wharf isn’t gated like Westbay, residents are in constant contact with tourists drawn to the lifestyle.

“Sometimes in the summer, we’ll leave chalk out here and people will write where they’re from. You’ll come home and see a hundred different places in the world,” Suzuki says. “Advice I give people, that if you want to live down here and it’s your gut to live down here, then you should do it.” arts@mondaymag.com

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Saturday 11-1 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242

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Sunday 2-4 Boorman’s Real Estate Dean Boorman, 250-595-1535

1649 Haultain St., $499,900

Sunday 2-4 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736

Sat. 2-4 - Boorman’s Real Estate Dean Boorman, 250-595-1535 Saturday 11-1 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736

401-1615 Bay St., $349,900 Saturday 12-2 Pemberton Holmes Kevin Starling, 250-889-4577

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

17-3008 Quadra St., $399,000

1536 Bywood Pl., $849,900

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1255 St. Denis St., $699,900 Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

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55 Kingham Pl., $778,000 Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Deborah Coburn, 250-812-1989

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

20 Newcastle Crt., $564,500

1910 Moss Park Gdns, $784,900

33 Knollwood Rd., $524,900

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

642 Craigflower, $669,000 Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty Mark McDougall, 250-588-8588

1213 Yukon Street, $679,000 Sunday 1-3 Newport Realty Julie Rust, 250-385-2033

101-119 Ladysmith St, $399,000

Saturday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheryl Bejcar, 250-592-4422

401 St. Charles St., $699,900 Saturday 1-3 JonesCo. Real Estate Roger Jones, 250-361-9838

1-2918 Shelbourne St., $529,900

Saturday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Larry Pistell, 250-477-5353

Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Murray Clodge, 250-818-6146

Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448

379 Kislingbury Ln, $399,900 Sunday 11-1 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242

2136 Meadow Vale, $639,000 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

42-1498 Admirals, $109,000 Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Judy Campbell, 250-744-3301

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305-1351 Esquimalt Rd., $141,000 Saturday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

1392 Treebank, $589,000 Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Jason Craveiro, 250-588-5458

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10-709 Luscombe Pl., $559,000

Saturday 2-4 Boormans Rod Hay, 250-595-1535

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2162 Ferndale Rd., $848,800 Saturday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Jim Fields, 250-857-5467

219-1680 Poplar, $204,900

2490 Cadboro Heights Lane, $1,288,000

Saturday 2-4 & Sunday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes David Rusen, 250-413-7594

4210 Quadra St, $549,900

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Saturday & Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Ed G Sing, 250-744-3301

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Saturday 12:30-2 SmartMove Real Estate Linda Clark, 250-380-6683

Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Roy Stevenson, 250-477-7291

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

Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Brad Gregory, 250-744-3301

Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Corie Meyer, 250-384-8124

Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736

3886 Blenkinsop Rd., $638,000 624 Sedger Rd., $529,900 3934 Cedar Hill X Rd, $834,900 638 Lambie Dr., 1874 Forrester St, $575,000 Sunday 1-3 JonesCo. Real Estate Roger Jones, 250-361-9838

625 Vanalman Ave., $529,900 Sunday 2-4 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242

Obed Ave., $515,000 3731 Blenkinsop Rd., $551,900 370 Saturday 2-4 Saturday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ann Watley, 250-656-0131

101-894 Vernon Ave., $249,900 Saturday 2-4 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242

419-1620 Mckenzie Ave, $424,900 Sunday 3-4 RE/MAX Camosun Deanna Noyce, 250-744-3301

1234 Union Rd., $606,000 Saturday 1-3 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Gray Rothnie, 250-477-1100

Sutton Group West Coast Realty Komal Dodd, 250-479-3333

3877 Mildred Street, $674,900 Saturday 2:30-4:30 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jeff Bishop, 250-477-7291

224-40 Gorge Rd. W., $264,900

Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Deanna Noyce, 250-744-3301

460 Montcalm Ave., $559,900

Sun. 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Cheryl Bejcar, 250-592-4422

522 Heatherdale Lane, 4009 Cedar Hill, from $489,900 $588,888 Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast James Gardiner (250) 507-4333

107-3206 Alder St., $279,900 Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes David Rusen, 250-413-7594

7-3981 Saanich Rd., $339,900 Sunday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Jim Reslein, 250-216-6967

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8761 Pender Prk Dr., $785,000 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Kimberley Legeard, 250-656-0911

6377 Rodolph Rd., $659,900 Saturday & Sunday 12-2 Sutton Group West Coast Realty J. Ross Bruce, 250-744-7564

1065 Verdier Ave., $579,900 Sunday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ann Watley, 250-656-0131

103-2329 Bradford Ave., $511,000 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Lorne Klipper, 250-656-0911

1-7768 East Saanich,$369,000 Sunday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Barb Ronald, 250-744-8211

10230 Bowerbank, from $225,000 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Paul Macris, 250-656-0911

508-9805 Second St., $499,000

Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Magdalin Heron, 250-656-0911

9690 Frizell Rd., $675,000 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Kent Roden,250-656-0911

2485 Shoreacres, $379,000 Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Judy Campbell, 250-744-3301

2321 Island View Rd., $412,000 Friday - Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

10145 Allbay Rd., $1,048,000 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Karen Dinnie-Smyth, 250-656-0911

2427 Amelia Ave, $514,900 Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Mike McCulloch, 250-592-4422

9650 Fifth St., $534,900 Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ann Watley, 250-656-0131

10345 Allbay Rd., $1,200,000 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Willy Dunford, 250-656-0911

1729 Texada Terr., $885,000 Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

1698 Texada Terr., $1,015,000 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ann Watley, 250-656-0131

2110 Curteis Rd., $729,000 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Steven Klipper, 250-656-0911

9820 Seaport Pl., from $479,000 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Karin Batters, 250-656-0911

1689 Texada Terrace, $998,000 Sunday 2-4 Newport Realty Julie Rust, 250-385-2033

8880 Park Pacific Terrace Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

111-1959 Polo Park Crt., $224,000 Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

8770 Pender Park Dr., $984,900 Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

2239 Ardwell Ave., $524,900 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Irene Dunic, 250-656-0911

1733 Texada Terrace, $1,250,000 Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Lynne Sager, 250-744-3301

1702 Texada Terr., $1,099,000

1307 Artesian Crt., $419,900

110-9560 Fifth St., $219,900

2915 Pickford Rd., $579,000

52-1255 Wain Rd., $479,900

863 Wild Ridge, $369,900

Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ray Milan, 250-818-9171

Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Barb Ronald, 250-744-8211 Sunday 1-3 Holmes Realty Winnie Wu, 250-656-0911

WEST SHORE

3271 Walfred Pl., $379,900 Saturday & Sunday 12-2 SmartMove Real Estate Gary Brown, 250-380-6683

1290 Eston Pl., $874,900 Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448

3379 Vision Way, $324,900 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

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

944 Aqua, $639,900

Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty J Ross Bruce 250 479-3333

2292 Nicki Pl., $495,000 Saturday 2-4 One Percent Realty Ray Kong, 250-590-7011

1032 Limestone Lane, $595,000

Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Goran Tambic, 250-592-4422

1036 Arngask Ave., $574,900 Sunday 12-1:45 RE/MAX Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448

Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jenn Raappana, 250-474-6003 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Kent Deans, 250-686-4141

Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

707 Windover Terr., $749,900 Sunday 12-2 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jeff Bishop, 250-477-7291

122-710 Massie Dr., $359,000 Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Sylvia Schumann, 250-474-4800

3848 Cactus Pl., $679,900 Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Deborah Kline, 250-661-7680

3990 Himount Dr., $729,000 Saturday 1-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd Jean Omelchenko, 250-474-6003

1247 Freshwater Cres., $549,900 Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

3512 Aloha Ave., $730,000 Saturday 11-1 & Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

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Saturday 11-1 RE/MAX Camosun Dale Sheppard, 250-478-9600

3153 Metchosin Rd., $304,900

Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Deborah Coburn, 250-812-5333

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New Golf family offers quality at the right price The new seventh generation VW the Golf and GTI and will come in at roughly the same price as the Golf arrives later this spring with last R, right around $40,000 but a 2015 model designation. fully loaded.

I have already had a chance to drive three examples of the new Inside edition in Europe so I can offer The upside to having a slightly you a sneak peek at what this bigger platform is interior space very popular VW has going for it and the cabin of the latest Golf This new Golf before it arrives here. does feel bigger, especially sideThe all-new car might look like to-side. The centre console is family is set to the previous Golf but it is built on wider and the dash is fitted with take on some very a platform that is shared across all-new switches and dials. Once established players the VW group and represents again, the feel and look is almost in the compact a massive investment for the Audi quality. Having a chance to German manufacturer. drive the base car all the way up segment.

This new platform, called MQB, to the Golf R showed just how Zack Spencer enables the engineers to build all good the base car is. The only kinds of new products, be they difference is the sportier seats bigger, smaller, wider or taller. What went into and splashier trim on the more expensive cars, the design of the Golf represents a big step but the overall design is the same from car to forward for Volkswagen as the latest model is car and all exemplify the simple, yet elegant 100kg lighter than the outgoing car but it is approach VW takes with all its interiors. bigger, stiffer and safer than before.

Drive Looks Gone is the old 2.5-litre. 5-cylinder, replaced It could be argued that the new Golf looks too by an all-new 1.8-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder much like the older model but interacting with base engine. This engine too produces 170 but this new product quickly displays a level of is more efficient, responsive and features state refinement and finish that might be found in an of the art technology. In the compact set, this upmarket Audi product. (This MQB platform is kind of technology is unheard of at the roughly shared with the all-new Audi A3). $19,000 asking price. Taking it up a notch is Starting at $18,995, the base Golf is priced the legendary Golf GTI, now with 210hp from right in the heart of the compact market but a new 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder. I had this car sports a fully independent suspension, a shot driving this last year in Austria and I direct injection turbocharged engine and more can say without question, this combination is power than much of the competition, at 170hp. fantastic. The Golf R is the ultimate Golf with The Golf GTI is my personal favourite due to roughly 300hp and an all wheel drive system. the bad-boy looks, bigger wheels and improved The same system is used in the all-new Audi engine and suspension. It starts at $27,995. The S3 but this car comes fully loaded and will be hot-hatch Golf R will arrive about a year after roughly $4,000 less than the starting price of

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With a hatchback design, this car has always been a more practical design than sedans like the Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla. With superb road manners, advanced engines and German engineering, the starting price looks like a winner. A big reason for this is the Golf is assembled in Mexico and these cars come into Canada without duty, (Thanks NAFTA) so VW added more content and kept the price low. The good news for diesel lovers is that the TDI engine will be available right out of the gate and now represents about 50 percent of Golf sales.

This engine too has been modified to make it as fuel efficient as possible. All told, the Golf is more polished car than much of the competition and offers a trim level and price for all types of buyers, from basic to flat-out performance.

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Imports provide most sizzle in New York There was more sizzle in my New York steak dinner than on the show floor at the Big Apple’s international auto show.

It seems the Big Four shot their lightning bolts at the preceding Detroit and Los Angeles auto extravaganzas and left it to the import manufacturers to dazzle here.

Nissan did not disappoint with the unveiling of a classy looking crossover in the shape of the all-wheel drive 2015 Nissan Murano.

The mid-size model first showed up in 2002 and this new model marks the birth of the third-generation. The Nissan-named V-Motion nose and boomerang-shaped tail lights ensure it makes an impression on the observer, coming and going, and distinguishes itself from its rivals.

Inside, up to five passengers can expect more of a luxury ride than they might have enjoyed in the outgoing version – heated and cooled front seats will impress those upfront.

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Before moving on, the Nissan Sport Sedan Concept should be mentioned as it offers a clue to what the new Maxima might resemble. And boy, is it a looker despite the horrible orange colour of the show car! It too features a panoramic roof stretching almost from the windshield to the rear window. A production model version is expected later in the year, which suggests the L.A. show might benefit from that timetable.

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for 12 years. Despite that, the Japanese manufacturer launched an all-new 2015 model, just three years after introducing a redesign.

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Hyundai would like to put a serious dent in the Toyota Camry success story with its own mid-size sedan – the redesigned Sonata.

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The one domestic manufacturer that did show up with something more

equipment.

Unlike the Camry, the Sonata stays with purely four-cylinder engines. Standard is a 2.4-litre power

2.4-litre Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 paired to the segment’s first nine-speed automatic transmission, or a 1.4-litre MultiAir Turbo engine with six-speed manual transmission.

Prices for all of the above closer to launch when pencils have been sharpened and each figure out how they can undercut competitors.

exciting than the rest was Jeep, which introduced the compact Renegade. It is the iconic brand’s first foray into the small SUV segment.

Its funky looks and fuel efficiency should make it an urban dweller hit but it also boasts best-in-class off-road capability, which may just bring in buyers from the growing outdoor adventure seekers.

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$

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$

$

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Stk #V15825A

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2013 FORD FOCUS SE Save thousands off new.

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great on gas.

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$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

17,698

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BLACK PRESS GREATER VICTORIA- Friday, April 25, 2014

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$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2008 StkCHEVROLET HHR LS #D15694. Exceptional style, ideal seat height,

283Hp 6-spd auto, the perfect van!

18,488

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 NISSAN XTERRA 4 Stk #D15512A. Winning awards as best off-roading SUV. Wow!

DIVORCE? BANKRUPTCY? BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? NO PROBLEM, WE CAN HELP. GET APPROVED.

2004 INFINITI G35

Stk #T15702. RWD! Bose soundsystem, heated seats, power roof! Premium speedster! Fun!

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #D15592A. Power moonroof! 5 Spd! A/c!

Cool features for a cool ride, see why we’re #1!

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4X4

LA

BEST P

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2010 FORD EDGE SPORT Stk #T15682. AWD! Beautiful moonroof! This powerful beauty can be yours!

4X4

16,998

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2008 FORD F150 XLT Stk #D15406. 4x4! Factory tow package!

The perfect work truck, reconditioned for you!

18,998

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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LT 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE 2009 SATURN VUE HYBRID 2006 CHEVROLET COBALT Great first car!

Stk #D15751. Only 45,794kms for a 2010??? That’s too low to pass up at this amazing price!

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19th

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$

6,888

$

Stk #D15710. 4x4! B.C. Only! New front pads + machined rotors! New serp belt!

2010 MAZDA B4000 Stk #D15695. Cab Plus! 4x4! Auto! A/c! Not a fan of the Ford

AWD

18th

4 TIME WINNER FOR BEST OF THE CITY!

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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2008 PONTIAC WAVE SE

1

VICTORIA NEWS

R YEA

4,588

2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN S Stk #D15518. German made, top safety pick!

Voted

Best City

of the

E HICL VE

TOP Y T SAFE

D

Stk #D14985A. Glass repair only!

Only 117,000kms!

Great commuter car!

VICTORIA NEWS

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2008 DODGE RAM 1500 $ SPORT

13,498

BC Only!

Stk #D15492A.

CE

2013

2006 SATURN ION

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1

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(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

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17th

D

34,698

Stk #D15608.

AWD, leather, roof! Glass claim only!

Great brakes! What a deal!!!

16th

CE

BUY A U SE TO

2012

2005 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT $

2009 DODGE RAM 3500 $ Stk #V15886.

New upper and lower ball joints, HUGE Kumo tires, 6.7L BlueTec Diesel. 350hp and 650ft-lb of torque.

VOTED BEST PLACE TO BUY A PREOWNED VEHICLE! LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

1 R YEA

DRIVE A LITTLE, SAVE A LOT!

BC ONLY!

Best City

of the

E HICL VE

EL

DIES

Voted

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B4 • Driveway

$

Stk #D15750. Do you like to save money?

Look at this hybrid which is full of space and power!

Stk #D15790A

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

CHRYSLER 300 TOURING 2003 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS 2007 Stk #F15765. New timing belt! RWD, power moonroof! Power, Stk #D15744. Power moonroof! Leather, heated seats! This is a

comfort, class...All you!

Jetta under $10k! Hurry!

2013 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT

Stk #D15529. Serviced brakes, lots of warranty remaining!

Don’t go new... Save!

8,998

9,388

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2009 BMW X5 XDRIVE30I 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT Make your neighbours jealous!

Stk #C15857. Stow-n-Go! Dual/rear climate control! #1 van on the road reconditioned for you!

Stk #F15850

27,698

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 FORD FOCUS SES 2002 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS Stk #D15914. AWD! New front struts!

Stk #F15815. No accidents! Great tires! New pads/rotors!

Leather! Roof! Sync! Heated seats!

12,398

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

STO O ‘N ‘G

2011 DODGE GRAND 2004 DODGE RAM 1500 SPORT Quad Cab, 4x4, only 145 K CARAVANSto ‘nSE Stk #X15816A 4 ‘Go Stk #D15539A

15,598

16,398

4X

13,398

$

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Machines front rotors!

New tires!

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13,998

$

2012 VOLVO C30 T5

2013 FORD FOCUS TITANIUM Stk #C15828. Leather! Roof! Heated seats!

2013 FORD EDGE SEL Stk #V15858. AWD! Leather! Panoramic roof!

16,498

21,859kms and under $30k, impossible?!

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

SS 2013 FORD FUSION TITANIUM 2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT 2007 CHEVROLETSuperCOBALT fun, super affordable!

Stk #d15749. B.C. only! Great brakes and tires!

2012 NISSAN FRONTIER SV

BC ONLY

14,998

Stk #F15913

6,998

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

AWD

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2011 FORD FLEX LIMITED 2014 JEEP PATRIOT NORTH AWD, Panoramic roof, EDITION 4WD SYNC system.

Alloys, 4x4.

11,298

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

www.galaxymotors.net

Stk #D15478A

24,398

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #V15945

23,698

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

AWD

AWD! Turbo! Fuel efficient and loaded, low kms!

26,698

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 NISSAN CUBE S/SL/KROM Compact people mover,

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2007 MAZDA MAZDA5

Stk #V15884. Sliding size door, roof racks, moonroof and it seats 6! No need to compromise!

11,998

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #D15647. B.C. Only! No accidents!

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7,998

$

29,398

20,698

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

Stk #V15883A

Bluetooth! Too many options for too little money!

$

19,998

5,998

2008 HYUNDAI TIBURON6 Speed.

GT

Stk #V15859. B.C. only! Bluetooth! Brakes like new!

This is the ideal hatch and deal!

$

$ 6 SPD!

2012 MAZDA MAZDA3

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27,398

$

$

DVD, roof, navigation.

Stk #V15825A

this ad, come see!

$

$

2010 DODGE JOURNEY R/T

2013 FORD FUSION TITANIUM Stk #D15772. AWD! Ecoboost turbo! Too many features to fit in

14,598

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

12,998

$

$

13,998

$

15,998

21,698

8,998

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2012 FORD F250 XLT Stk #d15653. A long box gas crew cab F-250?!

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4X4

We’ve got it! Upgrade!

28,688

26,998

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2013 FORD FOCUS SE Save thousands off new.

Stk #V15947

2012 MAZDA MAZDA3

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Stk #D15959

great on gas.

Stk #X15931

14,298

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

17,698

17,498

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

COLWOOD 250-478-7603 1772 Island Hwy.

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

DL #30897

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2014 XV CROSSTREK TOURING 5MT SHOWN

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1,500†

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VISIT SAUNDERS SUBARU TODAY!

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B7 • Friday, April 25, 2014

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Safe on two wheels Alexandra Straub

Like education, the motorcycle gear you wear is vital to your safety. Just ask someone who has had a spill.

Here’s an example. A colleague of mine caught gravel around a bend while riding in the States. She hit the guardrail then passed out. She was then airlifted to hospital where she suffered a minor concussion, and a few bruises and scrapes. Even the doctors were amazed at her condition.

It was said to her that her gear likely saved her life.

She was wearing leathers, gloves, protective boots, and a helmet.

Granted, not everyone is as lucky, but you get my point.

Those who have experienced an accident weren’t thinking, “Gee, I really wish I wore my shorts and flip flops.”

When I ride, I’m in full garb.

Depending on what type of riding I’m taking on that day, I’ll dress appropriately.

I’m an advocate of riding gear. All of it.

Helmet: The government in British Columbia only enforces one piece of safety equipment when riding on the road. That’s a helmet.

If you’re not going to invest any money in anything else, protect your noggin. I’m not suggesting buying the most expensive and fanciest lid out there because most of us don’t have thousands of dollars for a carbon fibre helmet.

Make sure it fits properly.

Local motorcycle shops generally have trained staff in fitting helmets. They’re supposed to fit snugly.

I’ve been told that even the cheapest helmet that fits perfectly will do more for you than an expensive one that’s just not right for you.

You only have one head.

Use it and protect it.

Jackets: There are a couple of common materials used in jackets: leather and textile. There are more, but the two listed are quite prominent. Each have their own benefits. Textile jackets tend to be more breathable, while leather has been said to be better protection. You can argue each case.

Some jackets come with armor (added protection in the back, elbows, and shoulders.) Some don’t.

I suggest armor only because it protects you that much more. However, there are accessories you can purchase if your jacket you choose doesn’t come with it built in.

Pants: Leather, textile and

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Kevlar jeans are common riding pants. Kevlar jeans are getting better and better as more research and development is conducted.

I say, if you’re going for the “cool” look, spend a little more for the added protection.

Boots: Not everyone will want heavily reinforced boots. That’s fine. But if you’re going to ride, get leather footwear that at least covers your anklebone.

What’s great about the industry now is the availability of cool riding shoes that have reinforced heels and ankle protection. You can look good and be protected. Bonus.

Gloves: There are a few styles of gloves. There are ones that cover just your hands/fingers and ones called gauntlet gloves that cover past your wrists.

Some gloves also have reinforced points with carbon fibre to prevent further damage. Like with a helmet, and the rest of your gear, get gloves that fit you, like, a glove. Too much room can cause blisters. Too little

room cuts off circulation.

Off-Road: If you’re an adventure-touring rider – or would like to be – textile is the way to go. This material is much better for the changing weather you’ll encounter on the road less travelled. It’s breathable and generally has a few layers. So you can take them off or put them on when needed.

Dirt Biking: Just because you fall in dirt doesn’t mean it can’t hurt. Wearing elbow and knee pads are recommended. A lot of dirt riders will also add a chest protector/breastplate, gloves, boots and goggles.

Along with their helmet.

Accessories: If you want added peace of mind, that’s available, too. I ride with a back protector with built-in kidney protectors that I put on under my jacket. I look like a Ninja Turtle, but I don’t care. A full chest protector is also available.

These are the basics to getting started. Bottom line, you won’t regret being fully suited on the road. alexandra.straub @drivewaybc.ca

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The cost is around $289, depending on the truck.

Invest in an air mattress or you will be sporting a set of marks on your back resembling the ribs in the truck’s bed. Don’t ask me how I know.

SUV owners should especially like the tents that are designed with them in mind. These tents feature a docking collar that fits around the back of your sport-ute so your vehicle is inside your tent. When you need your vehicle, you just remove the collar and zip it up, $379. For hunters there

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I surprised my family with a trip to Hawaii.

They didn’t have a clue how I paid for it. But they thought I was the best dad in the world.

While we were away, I bought a car on eBay. It had over 350,000 km on it. No one will want to buy this piece of junk, I thought.

Unless. I could just lower the mileage on it a little bit. And it won’t hurt anybody, right?

One problem – I had no idea how to change an odometer*. But as it turns out, it’s much easier than I’d expected.

With an odometer tool, I changed the reading to 164,500 km. Still a lot, but less than half the real clicks.

My ad: “Minivan – old but in great condition!

Only 164,500kms - it sat in my garage for the last 5 years. Must sell. If you’re looking for an older, but reliable and safe vehicle, call my cell and we’ll negotiate.”

Looking back, I realized I’d knocked almost 200,000 km off the vehicle. But I shined it up and put some newer used tires on it so they wouldn’t give away its true condition.

Will this get me in trouble? I wondered. I wasn’t doing anything wrong, really – this just gives me a chance to make some more money on the vehicle.

I got a phone call from a young single mom who could only afford an older vehicle. We decided to meet at her son’s school.

As I was showing her the car, I noticed the carpet, the door handles and the pedals kind of gave away its true condition.

Hopefully she’s too naïve to notice, I thought.

Forty minutes later, our exchange was complete. I probably made an extra $2,000 because of the odometer! If I’d only done this to all the other cars I sold!

Suddenly, my mind began processing the implications. That minivan was pretty much at the end of its life. That young mom is expecting the vehicle to last her for a few more years. At best, I see it lasting one more.

Parts will start failing, calling for expensive repairs. I’m certain she doesn’t have the money for that.

All I’m hoping is that it doesn’t break down on the highway. Maybe there was a reason I never did it before. Maybe, just maybe, I had a conscience up until now.

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