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Colwood couple faces cruelty charge in dog beating Pit bull cross in critical condition when taken into care by SPCA Arnold Lim News staff

“From a student perspective it is not an easy three years. You are finding yourself and figuring out who you are,” said McDowell-Powlowski, 17. “It’s incredible. Any teacher, any administrator, you are able to approach them and get help whenever you need. The faculty are the most inspirational people and you always have someone to look up to and go to. We wouldn’t be here at grad without the amazing staff.”

Criminal charges have been recommended against a Colwood couple in a case alleging the beating of their family dog back in April. A pit bull cross named Bryn that came into the care of the B.C. SPCA on April 1 had her head split open, a tooth broken off, a front leg broken and a deep laceration under its front leg. “It was pretty horrific. It was bluntforce trauma to the head,” SPCA spokesperson Lorrie Chortyk said of the injuries. “When she first came in, we were concerned she wouldn’t be able to walk again, but they have done a lot of veterinary treatment now. Unfortunately, animal abuse is not rare, but the level of brutality in this case was quite shocking.” Joseph White and Elizabeth Johnston will hear the charges against them when they make their first appearance in the Western Communities Courthouse at 9 a.m. on June 26. The charges relate to the attack itself, letting the dog suffer without medical attention and wilfully neglecting providing care for the dog, said B.C. SPCA constable Erika Paul. Criminal code convictions on animal cruelty charges have punishment ranging from fines to prohibition of owning animals to jail time or a combination.

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Belmont valedictorian Molly McDowell-Powlowski will be graduating alongside approximately 400 other Grade 12 students at ceremonies tomorrow (June 7) at the University of Victoria. Her high school experience has taught her a lot, she says.

Class of 2014 ready to say so long A multi-talented group of Belmont students prepare for the next stage of life Arnold Lim News staff

Molly McDowell-Powlowski leaves Belmont secondary with mixed emotions. It hasn’t always been easy, but the soonto-be graduate said her three years at the school are a collective experience she will always remember. “Even though we are all nervous and kind of scared in what comes next, from the students’ perspective it is great to finally see the fruits of our labour,” she says. “To see that community at the end of

it, that is a great feeling.” The school valedictorian leads Belmont’s 2014 graduating class into tomorrow’s (June 7) ceremony at the University of Victoria, leaving behind a faculty and staff she says taught her not only the value of academics, but community. Students and teachers working together on initiatives such as the food drive 10,000 Tonight – roughly 20,000 items were collected for the Goldstream Food Bank last December – were also important pieces of her education, she adds.

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Two boys who developed a skin reaction from a plant species they were clearing near their school in Metchosin can feel lucky it wasn’t giant hogweed. The plants in question, which had grown in a Garry oak meadow on the edge of the West-Mont Montessori School grounds, turned out to be cow parsnip, or Heracleum maximum. It’s a native species and member of the carrot family that has mild photoreactive properties, meaning its secretions can cause minor Don Descoteau irritation or blistering in Reporting people with more sensitive skin. Cow parsnip, although generally much smaller and featuring different physical characteristics, resembles giant hogweed. That invasive species contains a highly toxic sap on its leaves and stem hairs which can cause hypersensitivity to the sun if contacted on the skin. Both have umbrella-like clusters of white flowers at the end of long stems, but the leaves are different and hogweed can grow to five or six metres high, compare to a maximum of about two metres for cow parsnip. Rachelle McElroy is executive direc-

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The public is invited to a free picnic June 12 where they can meet members of the Intermunicipal Advisory Committee on Disability Issues. Beverages and barbecue items will be provided at Metchosin Community House, 4430 Happy Valley Rd, from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. If weather doesn’t co-operate the picnic will be held inside the building. RSVP by calling Marnie Essery at 250-474-5939, or email iacdisabilityissues@gmail.com.

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The leaves of the giant hogweed, left, are distinctly serrated, while those of the native cow parsnip tend to be three-pronged, almost like a maple leaf. Photo below shows a blooming hogweed. They can grow to six metres. tor with the Saanich-based Coastal Invasive Species Committee, which works with municipal and regional jurisdictions to combat invasive species here. She said one of their subcontractors visited the school and treated the plants with a herbicide, a rare move given that cow parsnip is native, but one taken due to the reaction it caused. While the boys did suffer some discomfort, she said the incident – and the time of year – provide a good oppor-

tunity to learn the difference between cow parsnip and the dreaded giant hogweed, and to identify other invasive species or potentially harmful plants. “I think the message here is that not all plants are created equal,” she said. “It’s important, as part of environmental education and to know for yourself, about certain types of plants.” Private property owners such as the school are responsible for taking care of their own land, McElroy said. On public land, the various municipal and regional jurisdictions, working with Coastal ISC contractors, have combined to do a good job of controlling hogweed in the region, she said. While her group fields many calls at this time of year from people either reporting hogweed or asking questions about what they might have discovered, most often the plant in question is cow parsnip or one of several similar looking native plants. Volunteer Peter Giles of Metchosin, who helps tend the vegetable and flower gardens at the Montessori school, asked the boys to cut the tops off the plants in question and put them in a bucket. He initially thought they were Queen Anne’s lace, a form of wild carrot, but was surprised at the reaction the boys had. “For a novice like myself, there’s a three or four other things it could look like,” he said. For more information on differences between the plants watch a YouTube video by the Invasive Species Council of Metro Vancouver at bit.ly/1uirpeL, visit coastalisc.com and click on invasive species, or call 250-857-2472. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

The City of Colwood is offering a free branch drop-off program at the public works yard, 3300 Wishart Rd. Branches with a maximum diameter of four inches, leaves and grass clippings are accepted. Drop off is the first and third Saturdays of the month, and materials must be separated. This program is for Colwood residents only and proof of residency may be required at the gate.

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Goldstream’s great outdoors gets more active New playground already a hit with kids, families

this playground is low-impact and there is no concrete pillars going into the ground. We didn’t want to impact any of the trees.” As an example, cedar from Qualicum Beach was brought in to make the split-rail fences that sit on cement blocks instead of being piled into the ground. “A park of this nature is deserving of this facility,” Ministry of Environment spokesperson Kirby Villeneuve said of the project, which was completed at a cost of about $220,000. “It is long overdue. The fact we didn’t have one here 10 years ago is a head-scratcher for me.” The playground was added to Goldstream –the second-busiest provincial campground on Vancouver Island, behind Rathtrevor in Parksville – based on a campground user survey. “It was an overwhelming response for wanting this type of facility,” Villeneuve said, noting that 800 responses were received. “It keeps kids busy, keeps parents happy and adds to the overall experience here at Goldstream.” There may be more improvements coming as well. A kids mountain biking facility with a figure-eight track and a trail with basic biking obstacles are potentially on the horizon. Carswell hopes to see many locals visit the park, adding many Greater Victoria residents still don’t

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Goldstream Park has added it’s newest amenity, an eightpiece playground joining a host of outdoor activities at the 200plus site provincial campground. Situated almost dead centre in the campground, the equipment received a good workout in its first full week of use after being completed May 23, said park operations contractor Rick Carswell. “Every table was full, every bench was full and every piece of equipment had 10 kids on it,” he said. “To see that and the families interacting with each other, that’s what it is all about. It put a huge smile on my face. This is finally what this park needs.” Situated next to the popular amphitheatre, which has begun hosting free children’s activities seven days a week, the playground was installed over a clearing. No Douglas fir trees were taken down during construction, which was undertaken with an eye on protecting the root system of nearby trees. “This was the perfect area for it,” said Carswell. “Everything on

know the campsite exists. “I have so many people who live in Langford and graduated out of Belmont that don’t even know it is here,” he said. “The park is for the people, we want them to come out and enjoy it.” For more information on the Goldstream campground visit naturehouse.ca. alim@vicnews.com

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Paul couldn’t release all the details of the case, but confirmed the alleged attack was carried out with an instrument. She said the owners called an animal control agency to collect the dog, but the worker tipped off the SPCA to the injuries to the canine, estimated in age at three or four. Bryn could hardly stand or move and medical attention was not sought for the injured animal until the SPCA became aware and rushed her to emergency, almost 24 hours after the initial injuries occurred. The dog has since undergone dental surgery to remove the damaged tooth, with one more surgery to come. She is being cared for at a foster home.

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The 400 or so students who will graduate from Belmont this year are the second-to-last class to graduate from the existing school building. The school moves to a new location nearby for the 2015-2016 year. “The neat thing about this year is they have been here for three years and I will have been here for three years, so we are going to be graduating together,” said principal Ray Miller, laughing. “The only problem is I will be back in September and they (won’t be).” Besides that special connection, he feels mixed emotions seeing the students, many of whom he knows by name, start the next chapter of their lives. “This has been an amazing experience as an educator, to see the last three years of their education pathway,” he said. “The system is designed for a lot of creativity and choice and that is what we typically see, students finding their passion and finding their dreams.” McDowellPowlowski, too, is proud of the students she’ll graduate beside and looks forward to seeing what the future holds. “It is through your peers you can really find yourself. My friends are my role models – these are the people who have such caring hearts. “What I have seen from so many Belmont students, when they put their passion and hearts into something, (they are) unstoppable. I am honoured to represent this group of people, because I know what is in store for them is an amazing, bright future. It is an amazing thing to see where it all starts.” Two ceremonies happen for Belmont students tomorrow at the Farquhar Auditorium at UVic, one at 11 a.m. and the other at 3 p.m. alim@vicnews.com


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D-Day recalls hard sacrifice A very important and pivotal anniversary takes place today: the 70th anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of France credited as one of the decisive moments of the Second World War in Europe. Canada played a big part in the June 6 recalls invasion, with Canadian troops the day the tides among the Britishof war shifted led forces who stormed Juno Beach, one of five landing places along 80 kilometres of shoreline in Normandy. Among their ranks were soldiers from Greater Victoria and those who have since settled in our corner of the world. Throughout the war, the Soviet Union continually put great pressure on its allies to land in France, as it was doing the heavy lifting on the eastern front. When the Allied forces finally executed their year of planning with Operation Overlord, not everything worked out as hoped, but on the whole the invasion was a success. It took a month or so of hard fighting to truly establish a significant presence in France, but from then on, it was simply a matter of time before the Germans conceded defeat, as they were stretched due to troubles on the eastern front. But a formidable foe they remained for some time. If D-Day had been a failure, the Germans would have likely fought on for much longer. The cost in lives lost and in the intentional wiping out of Jews and other minority groups would have persisted for even more horrific years. D-Day remains a truly historic day 70 years later, though most of the troops who fought in that battle and survived have since passed away. Those of us too young to remember that day, it’s vital not to forget. Our way of life can be traced back to the tragedies and triumphs that scarred the coast of France seven decades ago.

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It’s tea time in Colwood. Twenty-four large cakes, 12 flats of strawberries, “lots” of whipped cream and hundreds of cups of tea served in fine China will feed the masses tomorrow (June 7) during the 31st annual Church of the Advent Craft Fair & Strawberry Tea. “It is really very sweet,” said Donna Brandle, one of the organizers. “(The event) is based on friendship, longevity and meeting new people.” She’s one of several people around since the inception of the function, which started with a group of young mothers looking to raise money for a church nursery, Brandle said. Today, in addition to the traditional strawberry shortcake and tea, the event includes a craft and artisan element, with 21 local crafters selling wares from pottery and woodworking, to various cards and weaving products. “It has really had a long his-

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Donna Brandle, a member at Church of the Advent in Colwood, will be serving strawberry shortcake and tea at the church at the Craft Fair & Strawberry Tea tomorrow (June 7) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A variety of crafts and home baking will also be available. tory. Now we are grandmothers and still hosting the tea,” Brandle said, laughing. Committee members have been raising funds for youth programs and church outreach programs with the tea and craft fair for 31 years, she added. The Strawberry Tea served about 300 people last year and

raised about $3,000, with 50 or so volunteers contributing to the fundraising event. Brandle hopes to see the same or better result this time. “We want to do something productive… The community comes in to have strawberry shortcake and a very traditional event. I appreciate people being able to work

together and come together. I really value long-term friendships and having fun on the day.” The cost is $6 for a large cake and tea (or beverage), or $5 for a small. The event happens from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Church of the Advent, 510 Mt. View Ave. alim@vicnews.com

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How far would you travel for a home cooked meal? Munich, Germany – There’s no shortage of places to chow down here in Bavaria but that’s not really what I had in mind. Sometimes you just by Alexandra Straub hanker for some good ol’ fashioned home cooking and the desire makes distance no object. According to Google Maps, the drive to some tasty yet simple food fare will take approximately six hours and five minutes, and is about 684 kilometres. One way. That’s not including the approximately 8,300 kms travelled to get to Munich, Germany. The destination: Budapest, Hungary, where I’ll have one night to spend with my grandparents – grandma Ilona and grandpa Pál Lencsés. I’ve got the use of a bright red 2015 Audi A3 and a full tank of gas, so why not? Considering I’ll be there less than 24 hours, words like “ambitious” or “motivated” or even “crazy” might describe my reasoning. But heck, if it means I get a home cooked meal, I’d travel all night. Relatively speaking, I’m so close to them. I couldn’t let the opportunity go to waste. And anyone who loves their grandparents’ cooking will sympathize.

drive is. Especially on the most, direct route. Knowing Getting me there doesn’t involve security screenings, boarding passes, the hospitality of flight attendants or that I would get to spend some quality time with my the company of an Airbus. With my bag tucked away grandparents, and the A3, kept me going. With the in the trunk, my destination set into the GPS, it was go speed limits decreasing and the flow of traffic considertime. ably worsening, I knew I was getting close. It was just This particular A3 came equipped with Audi’s new nearing dinner. Perfect. MMI Touch with hand-writing recognition infotainBefore devouring my grandma’s famous crepes – ment system and the MMI Navigation plus. Instead of complete with homemade apricot jam with apricots spelling out the address using the dial and twisting the that grew in their summer home’s backyard. My wrists back and forth, you can just trace out the letters grandparents tightly embraced me. I’m not sure who with your finger on the dial’s face. I will warn you, if you was more excited to see whom, though their attention have bad penmanship like me, the system might pick up was split between hugs and admiring the red chariot on a different letter than the that brought me to their one you had intended! home in one piece. I can’t Grandma’s Famous Regardless, getting the hang blame them. It is quite the of it is relatively easy, and sedan in regards to styling. really kind of fun, too. And that colour just can’t Ingredients: 2 eggs Throughout the drive in be missed. Pinch of salt Germany, I shaved a few As I walked through the 1 teaspoon of sugar minutes off here and there. courtyard and along the 6 heaping spoonfuls of flour The speed limitless zones path to their apartment, (can be substituted with rice flour for gluten free!) certainly helped. Perhaps I caught a faint whiff of Dash of baking powered that’s why I opted to take what had been baking 300ml milk the car rather than fly. throughout the day. I knew 300ml soda water A chance to drive quickly – 50ml Oil that the crepes, and myself, in certain sections - AND get would soon be gone. Mix and let it sit for 10 minutes a delicious meal at the end. In this case, you can’t help Fry in pan on medium heat The A3’s swift characteristics buy devour yet appreciate Makes 20-25 hail from its 1.8L, direct the goodness a “home” injected and turbocharged cooked meal can have. The 4-cylinder engine. With a family then gathers around the dinner table, says grace, healthy dose of 170 horsepower and 199 lb-ft of torque, and digs in. I had everything I needed. Was it worth it? That’s obvious of an answer as is the The competency of its front MacPherson Strut with response to, “Do you want seconds?” Lower Wishbones and 4-link rear suspension with sepThe meal was priceless but the 2015 Audi A3 1.8 TFSI arate spring/shock absorber arrangement at highway has a starting of $31,100. speeds is confidence inspiring. It doesn’t waver with Check out the Question of the Week and if you want the speed and feels firmly planted. And for a small-ish more info about the A3, visit www.audi.ca vehicle, that’s always a good thing. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca The Audi A3 itself isn’t boring by design, but the long

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But I have no hesitation in saying that I doubt there is one in the entire country that restores and builds as many custom cars as 360 Fabrication in Abbotsford.

They control the costs and track the daily progress by using a number of management systems and a Gantt chart. The secret to controlling the work is to perform all of the tasks in-house with perhaps the exception of chrome plating. During my time in the trade, costs would keep mounting up and either the customer or the technician, who worked on a flat rate (piecework) basis, would end up short-changed, resulting in ill feelings between the shop owner, his staff and the customer mainly caused by the lack of communication and too many assumptions. Laura Ballance’s original plan was to have a sympathetic restoration

performed, replacing only what was necessary. But cars are no different than houses, boats and planes, so when the Mustang was disassembled and stripped they discovered that probably the only thing holding the car together was Laura’s father’s DIY welding! The Mustang is a relatively easy car to restore in terms of obtaining new parts. In this case, by the time the air chisel and plasma cutter was put away the only major sheet metal components left was the roof, “A” pillars, rocker-panels, bulkhead and the two front frame rails and the rear section of the floor. I have heard the expression “better than new” a few times over the years and have often wondered how can it be better than new? But it can. Today’s restorations have improved with the help of new technology such as compression fit welding equipment, seam sealers

and paint products including epoxy primers, spray on polyester fillers and the waterborne color coats with a clear coat finish. These products are far superior to anything that came off the production line during the ‘60s. Rick Francoeur and his team at 360 always allow the customer to be in control and understand customer needs and expectations, even down to the smallest senti-

mental detail. However, sometimes they have to advise the client for their own benefit, sometimes financial, safety related or future re-sale value. Laura wanted the Mustang refinished metallic blue, all the rage during the ‘60s and the car she remembers. But if the car is to retain its value and to represent how it came off the production line as a rare T5, it had to be painted its original Ford Paint Code

Z, an interesting colour called Sauterne Gold Irid. This colour combined with a black interior and vinyl roof will make the car a real eye-catcher.

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Westshore Rebels player Jordan Andrews delivers water bottles to players during a break in a minor football game Sunday at Goudy Field. Andrews was one a number of junior players who signed with the Rebels on the day and helped out the kids’ teams at the park. Photo by Shanda Sperling

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Rebels host junior football signing day, help out too Area minor football players were in the spotlight on the Goudy Field turf in Langford on Sunday, but some larger counterparts were being celebrated as well nearby. The Westshore Rebels held their national

signing day event at the park, in conjunction with a trio of Vancouver Island Minor Football Association games. Not only did the Rebels players ink their cards for the upcoming season, some helped out by working as the sideline sticks crew and running water to the pre-atom, atom and pee wee division players, who were thrilled to be hanging with young men who will represent the Capital Region on the gridiron this season in B.C. Football Conference play. Signing their cards with the Rebels on

the day (with more to come later before training camp) were: Trent Wright, #23 Kaleb Lee, #07 Tyson Morrison, #91 Peter Allan, #94 Calvin Johnson, #09 Brandon Nelms, #15 Rob Mar, #58 Niko Ceska, #21 Kyle Smith, #52 Jordan Andrews, #20 Chris Pastro, #35 Patrick Warren,#51 Mike Chaves, #05 Darcy O’Connor, #38 Griffin Dear, #01 Duseon LeBlanc, #30 Morgan D’ganigian, #34 editor@goldstream gazette.com

Coach Didmon steps down from Grizzlies Hockey club’s GM Brad Knight to handle both duties Don Descoteau News staff

The Victoria Grizzlies announced Tuesday that Craig Didmon has stepped down as head coach of the B.C. Hockey League club, to be replaced by general manager Brad Knight. Knight indicated the club may treat the move almost as a leave of absence for Didmon, who finished the 2013-14 season as head coach after replacing Bill Bestwick in December. “Craig indicated a month ago he was thinking of taking a Grizzlies GM Brad year off to go spend Knight spoke to Craig some time with his Didmon previously family,” said Knight, about the coach taking who only took over a year off the job. the GM job in April. “He’s still got a good relationship with the team.” Knight had nothing but good things to say for Didmon, who has coached at various levels in Greater Victoria. “it’s a real sad day for the organization with Craig stepping down. But on the other side of it, they say when someone leaves they leave the door open for someone else. We’re hoping to promote a local coach (up to the Junior A level). The team is in the process of interviewing potential assistant coaches, Knight said. Scott Hawthorne will remain as defence coach and video analysis expert, but a new coach will help Knight out with the offence. Roster-wise, the team has 12 returning players and six others committed, Knight said. As well, a new team captain has been selected and will be announced soon. editor@goldstreamgazette.com


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Dan Soberg has been playing at Metchosin Golf Course for many years and knows the ninehole layout pretty well. Even he was a bit taken back during senior’s day play Monday, when the club installed jumbo eight-inch holes on each green to accompany the regular four-inch diameter cups. “It is a totally different challenge,” he said of the larger holes, part of a move being considered by the club as a way to attract new golfers and help improve the scores of novices. “You get over confident and over aggressive and I found myself missing the hole. I showed them more respect on the back nine and did better.” Soberg, who plays three times a week on average, liked how the

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Victoria Shamrocks player Jesse King signs Commit to Fit discs for students at West-Mont Montessori School in Metchosin, following a fun field lacrosse scrimmage and skills clinic with the students. Several Shamrocks were on hand for the morning session, during which they presented tips on how to stay healthy and active. Photo by Jessica Hall

change made his regular weekly game more challenging. “The whole secret of golf is to make it fun and this is another way to make it fun and increase the challenge. Not that golf needs more challenges but it adds variety to the different games we play.” Metchosin head professional Jeff Dinn said the club gave the larger cups a one-day trial to see what the response might be. They’re looking at swapping out the regular cups as often as once or twice a week starting in July, he said. The idea came to club owner Grant West when he was watching the news one day and saw a club in Langley using the bigger cups. “He saw the people smiling and playing quicker and decided we should give it a try,” Dinn said.

The Metchosin club wasn’t the only one on the West Shore to give the bigger holes a shot this week. Highland Pacific installed the eight-inch cups early this week and left them in, allowing golfers to play either sized cup on every hole. “It’s been going pretty good. We’ve been getting some good reviews,” said club pro Warren Reeves. “We put them out for men’s and ladies nights, which are both team games.” The club tried the large holes a couple of years ago, Reeves said, and decided to give them another go. For details about the program, call Metchosin at 250-478-3266 (metchosingolfcourse.com) or Highland Pacific at 250-478-4653 (highlandpacificgolf.com). – with files from Arnold Lim editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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LAVENDER CO-OP accepting applications for a 1 bdrm, $620/mo. Quiet area, sm pet ok, W/D hook up, insuite storage, lrg bright kitchen. Gross income $25,000.+ share purchase is $2,500. Applications available in the glass case outside the Community Hall at 10A-620 Judah St.

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Hannah as an inspiration Artist Paul Archer of Langford painted this mural of Hannah Day after hearing she would be returning home to Langford from Vancouver Children’s Hospital. Archer airbrushed the 12-foot high by 15-foot wide mural of Hannah, 4, on canvas donated from General Paints. He started at midnight May 31, worked part of the night and continued most of the next day to have it ready for the Day family’s visit on Sunday. Archer hopes to find a new home for the mural, perhaps a building or a business, to provide inspiration for other parents and children suffering from life-threatening disease.

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

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Q: WHAT CAN I DO TO SPRUCE UP MY YARD WHEN SELLING MY HOME? Scrub away the dirt – Clean moss-covered or stained pathways or concrete areas with a power washer, and use it on outside walls too, if not painting the house. Freshen up the colour – Put a coat of paint on arbors, fences and gates and other wooden elements to cross that off the buyers’ to-do list See your yard from the inside out – View sight lines to the garden and grounds from inside. Place tasteful garden art in prominent places near windows; perhaps colourco-ordinate the item with interior decorations. Stage your patio – Set outdoor tables with place mats, and attractive plates and flatware, as if guests were coming over. Do you have a homebuying or selling story to share? Email ddescoteau@ vicnews.com To advertise in Homefinder, contact Oliver Sommer at: osommer@black press.ca

NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES MAY 2014 / MAY 2013 NEW LISTINGS FOR MONTH, MAY 2014/ MAY 2013 ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS PEAK MAY 2014/ MAY 2013

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Tidy grounds make a good first impression Do it yourself or spend a little to clean up unruly yard Don Descoteau News staff

Green, freshly cut grass, healthy plants or flowers and generally tidy grounds go a long way when it comes to selling your home. Says Victoria Real Estate Board president Tim Ayres, typically not one to trot out clichés, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” The state of a home’s outside property is literally the first thing people notice when they arrive for a showing or a drive-by viewing. “You can probably get a pass on your landscaping in the winter, but once spring and summer come, everybody notices. It’s a big deal to have a nice-looking property,” Ayres says. In terms of bang for the buck, spending $200 to $300 on bark mulch and potted plants can be one of the best investments a home seller can make to spruce up their lot, he adds. Niki Ottosen, owner of Gardener for Hire and a certified horticulturist, often gets phone calls from homeowners or real estate agents looking for help tidying up homes before they’re put on the market. “They want a quick cleanup and they want ideas on how to make it look good before they take pictures,” she says. For simple freshen-ups, she advises clients to redefine the edges

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Niki Ottosen, a certified horticulturalist, says something as simple as spreading fresh bark mulch in garden beds can enhance the overall look of the yard for home sellers. of garden beds, spend some time weeding and add some bark mulch to gardens or around plants. “It adds curb appeal and shows people that you take care of your place.” With people living busy lives and spending precious spare time on

things they enjoy more, not everyone will be interested or motivated to go to town on their yard, Ottosen says. “What I find is a lot of people find gardening overwhelming. They’re OK doing painting and stuff, but

when it comes to gardening (it seems like) a lot of work. It’s hard work and if you don’t know what you’re doing, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and double your workload. But with a few little trade secrets it can make your work easier.” Some homeowners don’t know how to get started so they don’t want to get started, she says. “We do know the short cuts and know how to do it really fast. And after, people are very thankful for the help.” That fact – not to mention Greater Victoria’s mild climate – has helped the local residential and commercial gardening and landscaping industry blossom in recent years. Ayres, an admitted “non-gardener,” has a go-to landscaper he works with on a regular basis for situations where the homeowner may not wish to tackle the job, or on vacated properties for sale that need to be maintained. While a neat and tidy lot is a must, there’s a fine line between having a nice garden and one that looks like way too much work, he says. “Having too elaborate a garden might turn some people off. But you might also get someone who sees it as a real plus.” Ottosen agrees. “When they’re looking to buy a home, people look for what they have to do. If the gardening part of it is already done, it’s a weight off of them,” she says. Ayres, the veteran Realtor, leaves home sellers with a simple plan: “If you’re trying to sell your home this spring or summer, keep your lawn green. Use your watering days.” ddescoteau@vicnews.com

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5-1019 Pemberton Rd, $575,000

Saturday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Fred Lerch, 250-889-2528

OAK BAY 2531 Wootton Cres., $599,000

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

2701 Burdick Ave., $649,900

Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Robyn Hamilton, 250-216-7366

1520 York Place, $899,000 Saturday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Fred Lerch, 250-881-4440

301-2605 Windsor Rd, $409,900

Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Doug Poruchny, 250-474-4800

VIEW ROYAL

37-278 Island Highway, $299,900

Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty

2136 Meadow Vale Dr, $634,900

818 Queens Ave., $528,000 Saturday 2-4 Sunday 2-4 Boorman’s Jane Lewis, 250-595-1535

1-1309 Mckenzie Ave, $368,000

Saturday 11-1 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Tim McNaughton, 250-896-0600

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ESQUIMALT

#201E-1115 Craigflower, $349,900

Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Dylan Hagreen, 778-977-6900

Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Real Estate Ltd. 105-2829 Arbutus Rd., David Rusen, 250-413-7594 $695,000

1140 Colville Road, $409,900

Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

1140 Colville Road, $409,900

Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

SAANICH EAST 115-1009 Mckenzie Ave, $180,000 Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Kevin Sing, 250-477-7291

Saturday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

4210 Quadra St., $549,900

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

103 3258 Alder Street, $214,900

Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Dylan Hagreen, 778-977-6900

16-1063 Valewood Trail, $626,600 Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Peter Gray, 250-744-3301

898 Swan St., $679,900

4049 Nelthorpe Street, $983,000

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

Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Hiro Nakatani, 250-661-4476

3712 Kootenay Pl., $599,000

DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jenn Raappana, 250-474-6003

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

33 Knollwood Rd., $524,900

3985 Blenkinsop Rd., $835,000

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

#106-3258 Alder Street, $219,900

Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jean Omelchenko, 250-474-6003

4035 Saanich Rd., $464,900

Saturday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Gaylene Salina, 250-479-3333

1581 Mileva Lane, $999,000

Sunday 2-4 Newport Realty Laurie Abram, 250-812-1771

2600 Arbutus Road, $629,900

Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Mike McColluch, 250-592-4422

5-5156 Cordova Bay Rd, $419,900 Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Brad Gregory, 250-744-3301

4091 Dawnview Cres.

Saturday 1-3 Macdonald Realty Ltd. Eleanor Smith, 250-818-6662

414-1005 Mckenzie Ave, $185,900 Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Dave Philps, 250-477-7291

629 Sedger Rd., $460,000 Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

2490 Cadboro Heights Lane, $1,188,000 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Ed G. Sing, 250-744-3301

SAANICH WEST

Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Elke Pettipas, 250-479-3333

Saturday 10:30-12:30 DFH Real Estate Sidney Susan Pipes, 250-858-6923

1041 Torrance Ave., $499,900

Saturday 2:30-4 SmartMove Real Estate Gary Brown, 250-216-7625

8770 Pender Park Drive, $899,900 Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

3126 Antrobus Cres, $509,900

Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Cheryl Ashby, 250-478-9141

204-3133 Tillicum Rd., $215,800

Saturday 10-12 Pemberton Holmes Clayton Morris, 250-686-9814

631 Cowper Street, $479,000

Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Paul Whitney, 250-384-8124

Sunday 2-4 Sparling Real Estate Ltd. Don Sparling, 250-656-5511

2320 Echo Valley Dr., $689,900

Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Cassie Kangas, 250-477-7291

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

887 Wild Ridge Way, $389,900

2391 Moore Pl., $587,900

Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

708-9809 Seaport Place, $998,000 Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

2655 Sooke Rd., from $219,900

Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Gregory, 250 744-3301

30-2147 Sooke Rd., $287,900

1131 Donna Ave., $405,000 Saturday 1:30-3:30

103 2326 Harbour Road, $320,000

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Take a look at this extensively updated home. Huge new Kitchen (ALL appliances included), wide open Living area, Dining area, large Bedrooms (with walk in closets), New Hot Water Tank, New Flooring, New Trim & Crown Molding, too much to list. Step off the Kitchen / Dining Area on to your covered 21’ x 8’ Deck. Fenced Yard, with a 10x12 Shop, including a Wheel Chair Ramp. Great mountain views, centrally located to shopping, schools, transportation, outdoor activities. 55+ park. MLS 330603 $159,000

Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Lee Johnston, 250-478-9600

SAANICH PENINSULA

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3464 Blue Sky Place, $549,000

974 Fir Tree Glen, $779,900 10420 Resthaven, $579,900 Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-744-3301

WEST SHORE

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

DFH Real Estate Ltd. Kevin Sing, 250-477-7291

973 Calvalcade Terrace, $439,000

Saturday & Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Alison Stoodley, 250-477-7291

3082 Metchosin Rd, $329,900

Saturday 2-4 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242

776 Revilo Pl., $579,000 Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Barb Ronald, 250-744-8211

SOOKE

7708 West Coast Road

Sunday 2-4 One Percent Realty Jim Parsons, 250-508-0739

7345 McMillan Rd., $824,900

613 McCallum, $356,000

Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty David Harvey, 250-385-2033

3589 Sun Vista, $579,800

519 Bickford, $498,500

Saturday 2-4 Kroppmann Realty Dale Kroppmann, 250-478-0808 Saturday 11-1 RE/MAX Camosun Dale Sheppard, 250-478-9600

MALAHAT

Sunday 2-4 Kroppmann Realty Dale Kroppmanns, 250-478-0808

Meet your REALTOR®

Exceptional Townhouse !!!

Complete with Stainless Steel Appliances, in the HUGE BRIGHT GOURMET KITCHEN. Tons of room in this 3 Bdrm, 3 Bthrm “ FAMILY FRIENDLY HOME “. Decorators dream built with 9 ft Ceilings, Dining and Living Area, Crown Molding, 2 Balconies, Master Bdrm complete with Ensuite Bthrm, Large corner Electric Fireplace, Panoramic UV Protected Windows, Central Vacuum. All this and an ENORMOUS DOUBLE GARAGE !!! PRIVATE END UNIT!! LOW STRATA FEES !! Located in a quiet neighbourhood close to all amenities in the heart of Langford.

WWW.MIKESELLSVICTORIA.com • MIKE WILLIAMS 250-478-9141

BEAUTIFUL ACREAGE!!

Beautiful family home located on a very peaceful and private 3 acre parcel in the prestigious “Highlands Estates”. Spacious floor plan with open concept main floor living surrounded by large covered verandas overlooking the property. Upstairs you will find 3 modest sized bedrooms including a brilliant master suite with walk-in closet and large 4pc ensuite with separate shower and jetted soaker tub. The bright walkout basement contains a large 1 bedroom +den in-law suite with separate entry and large covered patio. Oversized triple car garage for the car enthusiast as well as RV parking equipped with built-in sanitation disposal. Gowlland-Todd Park is only steps away. Pride of ownership is very evident in this “gently” lived in home. MSL 338090 $849,000

Cheryl Ashby

Daryl Ashby

Ross Casey

Kent Deans

Wally Gregora

Mike Holmes

Jane Johnston

Gary McInnis

Kathleen McInnis

Gabriella Pakos

Pat Rogers

Stacey Scharf

Jean Thorndycraft

Nancy Vieira

Mike Williams

GABRIELLA PAKOS 250-213-1323 www.Pakos.ca A MUST SEE!!!!

WOW look at all this space! This one owner home shows pride of ownership BOASTING over 1800+ sqft on 3 levels in the heart of downtown Langford. Delightful FAMILY home offers great space for everyone with lots of NATURAL LIGHT. A fabulous layout, bright 3 bdrms/3 bath home. Cozy gas F/P in living room, over sized kitchen with island, eating area, pantry & deck off kitchen. Master bedroom with generous closet & ensuite. There is a den/office conveniently located by the entry & access to a double car garage with tons on storage. Extremely convenient location close to all amenities, walk down the Avenue for shopping, restaurants, cafes & so much more. Easy access to big box stores & the Highway. Call for a private viewing. MLS 336947 $339,900

GABRIELLA PAKOS 250-213-1323 www.Pakos.ca

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A NEW TOWN. A NEW WAY.

SPIRIT BAY

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A New Town. A New Way. New Homes and Cottages from $259,900 to $1.5 million. visit spiritbay.ca Open Noon to 5PM Daily (closed Wednesdays)

SPIRIT BAY

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