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udith Cullington hands over a tablet. The Colwood city councillor’s electronic device displays flashing numbers: - 621, - 619, - 622.

The numbers continue to flicker on and off when she disappears out a doorway and a low rumble churns through the air. The numbers change, reading in the 4,000’s until the mysterious rumbling stops and the number Arnold Lim flickers at - 621 Reporting once more.

“I just turned on my dryer,” Cullington said, smiling. The numbers represented her home’s energy consumption in watts, starting off at a negative because solar panels on her roof produced energy in excess of what the home was using and automatically supplementing what she needed when the dryer kicked in. That, she said, is the magic of the upgrades she has installed in her home through Solar Colwood.

“It is actually cheaper,” she said. “You are paying up front, but benefiting all the way down the back end. If you’re going to stay in your house for any reasonable length of time, why wouldn’t you do it?”

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Solar Colwood’s Glenys Verhulst plugs in the electric vehicle of Colwood Coun. Judith Cullington during a visit to her home. The installation of the in-home charging equipment was paid for in part with a grant from Solar Colwood.

Since the program was introduced in Colwood June of 2011, Cullington has installed solar photovoltaic grids, or solar panels, on her roof that allow her to charge her electric vehicle, a solar hot water system for her water tank and a ductless split heat pump. Despite spending thousands of dollars on purchases and installation – even after Solar Colwood grants were applied – she said it is an investment she is more than

happy to make.

“The payback for the electric car will be four to five years,” she said, explaining that the savings would make it equivalent to buying a similar sized gaspowered car.

“Those panels actually produce more energy than my car uses in a year, so I say I am running my car on sunshine.”

She called her solar panels her “Alberta oil field on my roof” and estimates that it costs

her $15 a month to charge her car, a Nissan Leaf, forgoing gasoline completely. Once the gas savings pay for the price of the car, the rest is money in her pocket. The cost for her solar water retrofit would likely be a longer-term investment she said, closer to 10 to 15 years. With a lifetime expectancy pushing 25 years or more, the saving would eventually be there but Cullington believes money isn’t only factor.

“If you put in nice granite countertops (in your home) what is the payback on those?

The answer is there isn’t one…

You do it because you want to do it.”

Solar Colwood spokesperson Glenys Verhulst admitted that for some homeowners, the up-front cost of the larger retrofit installations can be prohibitive.

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Rockin’ it with colourful art Greater Victoria artists Russell Papp (top left), Scott Amos (top right), and Chris Dobell, on scaffolding, were commissioned to design and build the Gypsy Wagon 2, for the Phillips Brewing Company. The refrigerated semi trailer will serve as a backdrop for beverage services at music festivals and other large events, including Rock the Shores, on tonight (July 11) through Sunday at West Shore Parks and Recreation in Colwood. For more information on the festival, visit rocktheshores.com.

Harley raffle to help muscular dystrophy patients Sixty years since firefighters’ first MD fundraiser Angela Cowan News Staff

There are only six weeks left for the chance to buy a Harley Davidson for $20.

For an eighth summer, Langford Fire Department is raffling off a motorcycle to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy Canada. The prize is a 2014 Harley Davidson Fatboy, and with only 3,000 tickets being printed, the odds are pretty darn good.

“It’s better odds than the lottery,” says Deputy Fire Chief Kerry Zado.

He and other firefighters have been taking the bike around to car shows and swap meets, showing

off the shiny chrome and selling tickets. Their hope is to sell out well before the Aug. 17 draw.

“We have to purchase the bike,” he says. “Steve Drane Harley Davidson gives us as good a deal as he can, and he covers the cost of insurance to transport the bike (to different venues).” But the bike still costs, so the more tickets they sell, the more goes to the cause.

Zado says the money is used “to fund research, client services and education, and medical equipment to make the lives of people with muscular dystrophy a little more comfortable.”

Firefighters have been fundraising since 1954 to help those battling the disease, he says. It all started when a firefighter needed help to fund medical equipment for his son. The father and a neighbour went door to door to fundraise and it took off from there.

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Langford Deputy Fire Chief Kerry Zado poses with the Harley Fatboy being raffled off to help muscular dystrophy sufferers. firefighters all across Canada, as well as the burn unit,” Zado says.

“We’re recognizing 60 years (this year) in partnership with muscular dystrophy.”

The disease can affect anybody at anytime and isn’t, as many people think, strictly a childhood

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There aren’t really any treatment options beyond oxygen, but there are several drugs undergoing trials. For those living with MD, medical advancements and the research behind them are vitally important. For Zado, who’s been fundraising for 25 years, the Harley Davidson raffle presents an opportunity to contribute a substantial amount to the cause.

“We’re about one third sold,” he says regarding ticket sales so far.

They’re available right up until the draw the afternoon of Aug. 17 at the Goldstream Auto Show. Buy them at the Langford fire halls or at Steve Drane Harley Davidson.

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Quality Foods opens brand new store in Langford Owners, managers and staff members with the Island’s own Quality Foods welcomed invited guests to the unveiling of their 12th store in the chain Tuesday night in Langford.

Attendees had a sneak peek at the offerings the new store on Langford Parkway will offer, the smart layout of the operation, and special features such as the Island Smokehouse Barbecue with its in-house meat smoker, and a cozy bistro with plenty of seating area next to the full-service delicatessen.

The store was officially set to open to the public at 10 a.m. Thursday, with a ribbon cutting. On Wednesday night the store was opened to seniors for a special shopping night and to give staff a dry run before the grand opening.

Find the new store in the plaza on Langford Parkway, adjacent to the new Capital Iron store and next to City Centre Park.

(From left) Michael Abey of Olympic Dairy Products joins Quality Foods co-owners John Briuolo and Ken Schley, executive assistant, Dianna Rivard, and Gary Hoskins of Terra International Foods in celebrating the new Quality Foods store in Langford.

Rob McKay, marketing director for Quality Foods, new store manager Jordan Schley and Black Press Island and Lower Mainland President Randy Blair.

Legendary B.C. businessman Jim Pattison, Black Press Group Publisher Penny Sakamoto and Randy Blair chat at the preview.

Jim Legh of True Earth Paper Co. joins Capital Iron owner Mike Black and his daughter, Kylie.

Joseph Derkacz, wife Linda Derkacz, the assistant deli manager, Dwayne Potenteau and deli manager Inga Davis try out the seats inside the bistro.

Ray Byerley and Jim Kelly of grocery supplier Tree of Life.

Shawn Hartley of B&C Foods, Natasha Crawford of Brown’s the Florist, with four-month-old son Carter, Dianne McKerrell of the Oak Bay News and Peter Kilshaw of Grimms enjoy the air on the bistro patio.

Don and Debra McMurray, left, of Arbutus Ridge Farms, Wayne Llewellyn and Lewis van Reeuwyk of Snow Cap Enterprises and Carolin McVey of Quality Foods mingle at the store unveiling.

CEO Len Thomson, Torben Bussiere and Steve Knutson of Paradise Island Foods join Quality Foods’ Mike King.

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There are varying applications for almost any household, from kits with free bathroom and kitchen aerators that don’t require tools to install, to loan programs through Vancity to help make the program more accessible now.

“Having expensive electricity or gas bills is not affordable either. This way you get energy independence over the long run and sunshine is always free,” Verhulst said, “unlike what happens with electricity and other forms of energy, which you will always purchase from somebody else.”

The program, funded through a $3.9-million federal grant established January of 2011, pays for the individual grants as well as the staffing cost for all the contractors, including Verhulst.

Colwood staff time has been estimated at approximately $1.50 per household per year, a cheap price to pay to have the opportunity, she said. It is especially so in light of $1,000 a year savings for the Colwood Fire Department main hall related to a retrofit, and the electric car added to the city’s fleet.

Royal Roads University director of sustainability Nancy Wilkin led a study on the program with several of her masters students.

They monitored 13 homes, roughly a third of those retrofitted through Solar Colwood. The ongoing study looks at B.C. Hydro bills from before, during and after the upgrades and Wilkin said the results speak for themselves.

“They have saved 44 per cent. They are directly saving money and you translate that to greenhouse gas emissions it is a 45 per cent reduction,” she said.

“For the little town of Colwood, those are astounding percentages.”

The lowest decrease in a bill was 25 per cent, the highest being 68 per cent. Efficiency of the households ranged, depending on numerous factors including the age of the house and amount of insulation already in the house alongside the homes size and layout.

So far Solar Colwood has helped consumers take more than 1,500 energy-saving actions with approximately 400 free energy-saving kits, 100 ductless heat pumps and 40 solar hot water systems, the last figure second highest in Canada next to the Sooke First Nation.

The program ends March 31, 2015, when all federal money for grants is pulled and any retrofitting goes up to full price. Royal Roads will release its study to the public in its entirety upon completion of the program.

“There are lots of other important things to do as well, but making our community a leader is an important thing to do,” Cullington said.

“Addressing climate change is important, helping our residents lower their energy bills is important. What we find is a lot of people want to do this because it feels like the right thing to do.

It is not necessarily just about the money.”

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Group aims to keep all members of families together Volunteers help reunite disaster victims with their pets

project complete, they quickly realized they wanted to do more, officially formed the South Island Pets Team, and began working with Emergency Social Services.

As it stands, if people need to be evacuated from their homes, ESS will set up Angela Cowan reception areas in public spaces like recreNews Staff ation centres or schools. But there’s a catch When disaster strikes, what happens to that many families might not be aware of.

“Currently laws don’t allow your animals the four-legged members of the family?

To help answer that questions, the South to be housed with you in the reception cenIsland Pets Team initially formed in May tre,” said Stephanie Cambrey, one of the 2012 to educate the public about emer- members of the South Island Pets Team. gency preparedness for pets. Emergency “You cannot have a pet in the reception cenSocial Services members, one each from tre with you. Our goal is to be able to set up the 13 core municipalities in Greater Vic- as close as we possibly can, whether we’re toria, got together as a group and put out in the room next door or tents outside, to an informational brochure full of checklists allow the owner to walk out the door and and contact numbers for pet owners. The see their pet.”

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“We’re not a rescue,” said Cambrey, emphasizing that they work just like ESS. “We’ll take the animals for 72 hours.”

Unlike ESS however, the government has no funding allocated for emergency pet services, and so the South Island Pets Team relies entirely on donations and fundraising.

The new Ronald McDonald House BC opens in June.

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Royal Colwood golfer nails down B.C. junior title Sizzling front nine carries Ko to victory in Kamloops Naomi Ko of Royal Colwood Golf Club finished off with a birdie, one of four on the day, to win the B.C. junior girls golf championship by two strokes in Kamloops.

Her final round of 73 and fourday total of 286 gave her a twoshot victory over Kathy Lim of Langley at The Dunes course.

The tournament wound up last Friday (July 4).

Ko and Lim were tied at 213 in second, one back of leader Alix Kong of West Vancouver, heading into the final round. Boosted by birdies on the second, fifth and seventh holes, Ko went out in 35 to leap ahead of Lim by two. Meanwhile, Kong double bogeyed five and six en route to a front-nine 41.

Kong closed the gap on the back nine, shooting even par for eight holes as Ko and Lim bogeyed twice each, but all three players birdied the par-5 18th.

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Maxwell, head professional at Olympic View Golf Club, and assistant pro Matheson followed up their combined score of 65 on Monday with a 62 in Tuesday’s scramble-format round. Their 127 left them in fourth spot, one shot out of a second-place tie that included the team of Jim Cook and Edd Boudreau (66-60) of Gorge Vale.

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Make summer fun time for all Summer burst into its full glory this week on the West Shore. Time to fire up the barbecue, head to the beach and enjoy the sun.

However, without becoming a total buzz kill, here are a couple of points that seem to need repeating every year.

First: Be careful out there.

Our beaches along the Colwood and Metchosin coastlines, and popular lakes like Thetis, Langford, Matheson and Glen Lake, are inviting on hot days, but are also potentially deadly. Undertows and large waves on the ocean, and underwater snags and inattention to water depth in lakes can bring tragic results, as can spending too much time in the direct hot sun.

It goes without saying, but we’ll say it anyway, that alcohol and the water simply do not mix.

Not only is it unsafe, it’s illegal.

The summer sun is great, but remember it can also can be a killer. Don’t leave your pet in a vehicle for any reason, for any length of time. An open window and a bowl of water won’t help an animal trapped in a hot car.

Remember, too, that the sun we miss so much during the winter rains packs a wicked punch.

Recent reports indicate that instances of skin cancer remain high, despite years of warnings.

So if you’re going outside, even if the clouds creep in, slather on the sunscreen.

Second: Be respectful.

The simple rule – you pack it in, you pack it out – seems lost on far too many people. Enjoy that early morning coffee by the lake, but don’t leave the empty cup on the bench for someone else to dispose of.

Gathering up all your garbage and leaving it in a green garbage bag by trash can for later pickup is a nice thought.

And speaking of which: if it’s your dog, what’s left behind is your responsibility. Our area has some spectacular parks and walking trails; they’re not made better studded by dog feces.

The West Shore is a great place to be in the summertime. Following a couple of simple rules can make it even better.

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Aboriginal title is a complex notion Just some clarifications regarding Tom Fletcher’s column, Life after the Tsilhqot’in decision (B.C. Views, July 2).

1. Federal and provincial authority may vary with the strength of an aboriginal title claim, as Fletcher contends, in the sense that the obligation to consult and accommodate is proportional to the strength of the claim.

But this is not so once aboriginal title has been proved in court (as the Tsilhqot’in have done).

Once such title is established it is no longer a matter of a “claim” and the aboriginal owners must consent to any development proposal respecting their land – unless the government supporting such a development meets the stringent constitutional test for limiting aboriginal rights and title in the absence of consent.

2. A finding of aboriginal title does not necessarily “lock in” communal ownership.

Just as treaty First Nations may agree to convert land to fee simple title, aboriginal title holders may

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agree to surrender land to the federal Crown on the condition that it be re-conveyed to them for the purpose of conversion to fee simple.

I suspect that obtaining such agreement is no easier in the former scenario that the latter, but it may be.

3. The Tsilhqot’in had a long history of keeping others out, and were the only First Nation that was hostile even to the fur trade.

But they did not fight a war in the 1860s to defend their territory from a “wave of gold seekers.” They expelled everyone.

In 1864, after being threatened by the foreman of a crew building a wagon road through their territory – he had warned darkly of bringing back the small pox that had killed at least one third of their population two years earlier – they killed nearly all the crew and then killed or expelled all white settlers from their territory.

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With Esquimalt Lagoon in the background, artist Glen Chanin paints outdoors at the Coast Collective property in Colwood. Coast hosts its annual Acres of Art event tomorrow (July 12).

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On acres of property, there is Acres of Art. The fifth annual outdoor art festival returns tomorrow (July 12) to the Coast Collective’s sprawling property above Esquimalt Lagoon. Executive director Cindy Moyer said the show’s celebration of heritage, art and music is ripe for discovery.

“It is really very much an experiential thing, when you put people in a beautiful location with beautiful works, with people that are interacting with ingredients (with) which they can create something magical and new,” she said.

“It’s a spectrum and something interesting. It is a great way to spend a day.”

The festival marries music from the Matheson Band with a marketplace of 15 local artists selling their wares, as well

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Palser’s passion for the event goes beyond just selling his wares. He invites anyone, even those not interested in purchasing art, to enjoy the venue for the same reason he enjoys being there: to be inspired.

“There is a lot of talented painters and craftspeople there and (it’s) a good avenue to find art,” he said. “You don’t have to specifically buy art, but for anyone interested in just looking at it, there is a lot of good stuff there.”

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as people dressed in period costumes. The key creative aspect is the paint-out on Esquimalt Lagoon, where anyone can pull up an easel, explore the scenic backdrop with a paintbrush and enter their work in a contest to be judged that afternoon.

Nothing, not even the weather, can dampen the community spirit Moyer experiences at the event from year to year.

“It is really the only community art centre of its kind on Southern Vancouver Island. It is a magical location.”

Visitors who may not know the site exists are invited to learn about the gallery and gift shop, Moyer said.

“It is a gem of a location and when newcomers come to visit they are generally taken aback with the beauty, tranquility and the experience they enjoy when they start to discover our artists.”

Metchosin resident Roger Palser’s 70 years of experience with wood have earned him an opportunity as one of those artists. He hopes his carvings and handmade harps draw more people into the world of wood-

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Art-making twin bill in Metchosin Visions of the area in various mediums to be displayed

Pieces from oils to watercolours to fabric work are on display at the Art of the Wall exhibit at Metchosin Community House.

The month-long show runs in conjunction with Sunday’s art festival outside the venue.

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They may have to rename the Metchosin Community House the art house after July 13.

With the month-long Art on the Wall series taking over the interior of the building and the first-ever Metchosin Art Festival taking over the exterior, the former residence turned community centre will soon be overflowing with artisans when the two events overlap this Sunday.

“This is a chance for the public to meet the artists and for the artist to show what they do

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He compared the events, known collectively as Visions of Metchosin, to a condensed version of the TD Art Gallery Paintin, but set to a rural backdrop. The unjuried show illustrates that there is more undiscovered talent in the area than meets the eye, Brendon said. “(We thought) the public would be interested in seeing how the region is depicted other than through photographs,” he said.

“They are unique and really well done. Seeing the area through an art-

ist’s eyes is a different experience than seeing it on TV or video.”

The rainbow of artwork ranges from paintings and children’s art to photography from both professional and hobby artists, without what Brendon called the boundaries of a curated show. There were no rules other than to show Metchosin, and no judging was done, to give artists greater freedom and break out from the model of art as competition.

“I think that makes it interesting and curious. It wasn’t intended to be homogenized into environment or people, it is just about the

place and what the artists will find interesting (about Metchosin),” he said. “I hope the public finds that interesting as well.”

The art festival runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with 13 artist demonstrators showing off their skills in a multitude of mediums, including stained-glass jewelry, printmaking, watercolour, oil painting and photography.

“Metchosin is such a neat place … it is such a unique place. The (environment) is so beautiful,” said Metchosin-based artist Jan Poulin. “A lot of people are very (good) artists and this is something (where the community)

can see what artists do and appreciate the talents in the community.”

She’ll be on hand to demonstrate her years of experience in using gathered beach glass to make colourful patterned art.

“People do so many amazing things out here, it’s incredible. The art festival is going to give a good representation of different things others can (also) do if they feel like it,” Poulin said. “It’s all fun to see what they do and how they do it. Artists don’t mind sharing what they do with other people.”

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2014 OUTBACK STANDARD FEATURES: • Symmetrical full-time all-wheel drive • 173 HP 2.5L Dual Overhead Cam 4-cylinder BOXER engine • 6-speed Manual Transmission with Hill Holder System • Raised-profile roof rack • Bluetooth® mobile phone connectivity and iPod/USB audio integration • Air Conditioning • Power door locks and windows • Heated front seats • And more

2014

STARTING FROM

30,570

$

2014 ◆

STARTING FROM

28,070

$

*

CASH INCENTIVE

LEASE/FINANCE 24 MOS., AS LOW AS

*

0.5%

**

LEASE/FINANCE 24 MOS., AS LOW AS %**

0.5

OR

OR

3,000†

$

CASH INCENTIVE

1,500†

$

VISIT YOUR LOCAL SUBARU DEALER FOR INCREDIBLE SPRING SAVINGS. VISIT SAUNDERS.SUBARUDEALER.CA *Pricing applies to a 2014 Outback Convenience 2.5i (ED1 CP) / 2014 Forester 2.5i 6MT (EJ1 X0) with MSRP of $30,570 / $28,070 including freight & PDI ($1,650), documentation fees ($395) and battery and tire tax ($30). License, taxes, insurance and registration extra. Model shown is a 2014 Outback 2.5i Limited Package CVT (ED2 LN) with MSRP of $38,370 including freight & PDI ($1,650), documentation fees ($395) and battery and tire taxes ($30). Taxes, license, registration and insurance are extra. Vehicle shown solely for purposes of illustration, and may not be equipped exactly as shown. Kayaks not included in purchase, lease or financing of a Subaru. Dealers may sell for less or may have to order or trade. **0.5% finance and lease rates available on all new 2014 Outback / 2014 Forester models for a 24-month term. Financing and leasing programs available through Toyota Credit Canada Inc. on approved credit. †$3,000 / $1,500 cash incentive is for cash customers only and is available on all new 2014 Outback / 2014 Forester models. Cannot be combined with Subaru Canada supported lease/finance rates or lease payment offers. **/† Limited time offer. See your local Subaru dealer or visit www.western.subarudealer.ca for complete program details. Ratings are awarded for five crashworthiness tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) (www.iihs.org) – moderate frontal, side impact, rear impact, roof strength, and the new small overlap frontal crash test. To earn a 2014 TOP SAFETY PICK+, vehicles must earn good ratings in the moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraint tests; a good or acceptable rating in the small overlap front test; and a basic, advanced or superior rating for front crash prevention.

DL#5032

Pet friendly & the coffee is always on!

Serving Vancouver Island for over 35 years.

SAUNDERS SUBARU 1784 Island Highway, Colwood

David Saunders Internet Sales, dave@saunderssubaru.com

250-474-2211

www.saunders.subarudealer.ca

Friday, July 11, 2014 - GOLDSTREAM

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18th

Voted

Best City 2013

R YEA

17th

1

VICTORIA NEWS

2012

16th

Voted

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R YEA

2010

2

Voted

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2011

R YEA

2014

603 50-478-7

th

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#1 AGAIN!

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RATES

PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2014

FOR BEST OF THE CITY! 20

VANCOUVER ISLAND’S #1 USED CAR DEALER

YOUR ISLAND’S FIRST CREDIT CHOICE

CE

TRADES WELCOME PAID FOR OR NOT!

FROM

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

OPEN: Mon.-Thurs. 9am - 8pm; Sat. 9am-6pm & Sun. 10am-4pm

3.99%

DRIVE A LITTLE, SAVE A LOT!

BUY A U TO SE

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COMPREHENSIVE VEHICLE INSPECTIONS ON ALL OUR VEHICLES Your Island’s First Credit Choice With 16 Retail Lenders to Choose From and Over 550 Vehicles, We Get You Approved and Offer Selection.

24,888

$

2010 FORD EDGE SPORT

Talk about a fancy vehicle! This BEAUTIFUL blue Edge is not only AWD, it’s one of the coolest rides on the road! DO NOT MISS OUT!!! Stk #T15682

2010 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5X PREM. This Subaru comes with its renowned symmetrical all wheel drive system, but there’s more! We have installed a new battery, a new timing belt, two new serpentine belts, 4 tires and new front pads and rotors! Great brakes too!

This is the ultimate in peace of mind all the way around!

Stk #V15967

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

D AW

17,988

New brake pads and machined front rotors.

Stk #D15406

2010 FORD FUSION SPORT This Fusion Sport AWD sports leather, dual exhaust and a 3.5L V6 that will blow your doors off while still saving at the pumps!

Stk #D15980

BC Y! L ON

2013 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS

2009 FORD F250 XLT

2010 TOYOTA MATRIX

At less than 105,000kms this SuperDuty is ready to get hauling for you!

Stk #X15687A

The 2010 Toyota Matrix is a practical and stylish compact wagon that should please economical shoppers who value functionality over performance. Pleasant ride, intuitive controls, roomy backseat, flat load floor facilitates cargo carrying, good fuel economy with 1.8-liter engine.

Stk #S16080

21,495

2005 FORD ESCAPE XLT

2011 HONDA RIDGELINE RTL

BC ONLY! New front brake pads and machined rotors!

Stk #T15701A

This truck HAS IT ALL! With its very unqure tailgate/door/trunk system in the rear, leather seats, navigation system, backup camera and MANY more options this is a must see!!!

Stk #D16229

7,995

BC ONLY! ACCIDENT FREE! Remote Vehicle Start Power heated exterior mirrors - Cruise Control - 1.4L 4CYL Turbocharged - 16” Steel Wheels - Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel - Backup Camera Steering Wheel Audio Controls Climate Control - Bluetooth - USB Port - XM Satellite - 7” Color Touch Screen - Oil Pan Heater - Front Bucket Seats. Stk #K16263

16,995

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

T DEN I C AC FREE

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT

2008 MINI COOPER S BC ONLY! Leather, Panoramic Roof, Cruise, AC, Turbocharged.

Stk #X16282

18,995

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

This is the NEW Beetle! Its sportier look has transcended this car from a flower power vehicle to a somewhat of a Porche design. It drives as fun as it looks!

You have to see this car!

Stk #D16209

16,495 BC ONLY! ALL NEW TIRES, NEW REAR BRAKE PADS AND MACHINED ROTORS! Stk #X16250

13,488

NO NTS! DE CCI

A

2011 NISSAN ALTIMA S ACCIDENT FREE! ALL NEW TIRES! Stk #V16204

17,495

$ BC Y! L ON

10,495

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

www.galaxymotors.net

VANCOUVER ISLAND ONLY! New Rear Brake Shoes.

Stk #F16082A

9,495

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED SAHARA

8,998

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC Y! L ON

2008 FORD F350 LARIAT

B.C. ONLY! Great brakes and tires!

This Lariat is the ultimate mix of comfort, size and power!

Stk #C16139

19,998

22,998

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

LOWS! KM

2013 FIAT 500 LOUNGE

This car is a fuel efficiency star and its roof even retracts with just one press of a button! You cannot pass this one up, ONLY 8,191kms!!!

Stk #F16219

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2012 NISSAN TITAN SV PRO-4X BC Y! L ON

This local BC Titan has a 6” Pro Comp lift kit professionally installed by Westshore Spring a nd 4X4, rides on 35 inch Toyo Open Country Xtreme tires and aftermarket rims, chrome running boards, bull bar and fender flares.

Don’t like listening to the radio, the Flowmaster Exhaust will make you smile when you hear the power of the 5.6L V8.

Don’t let this one fall through your fingers.

Stk #D16235

19,495

34,995

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

NT

2010 VOLKSWAGEN CCIDEEE PASSAT 2.0T A FR Heated Front Seats, Moonroof!

Stk #D16265

2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA S

ACCIDENT FREE! Remote Keyless Entry, AC. Stk #D16267

BC ONLY! Freedom Top, Alloys, AC. Stk #C16272

25,495

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2007 NISSAN SENTRA

NO ACCIDENTS! Great tires and brakes!

This is a vehicle than go anywhere you want it to go and its 4wd system is perfect for all conditions!

Fuel efficient too!

Stk #D16115

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

21,495

ND ISLANLY! O

2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER ES

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2005 KIA SPORTAGE

NO ACCIDENTS! Great tires! This ultra fuel efficient Sentra has just 37,311kms! With the quality of Nissan, that’s one heck of a deal!

Stk #C16111

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2013 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE

BC ONLY! Sunroof, deluxe wheel covers, A/C. Stk #D16048

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

17,995

$ BC Y! L ON

A

$

BC ONLY! ACCIDENT FREE! Remote Entry.

Stk #D16247

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC Y! L ON

BC ONLY! New front brake pads and new front tires.

Stk #S16163

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2009 KIA SPORTAGE LX AWD

9,995

29,995

$

D AW

2009 CHEVROLET HHR LS

BC Y! L ON

22,888

NO NTS! 2012 NISSAN SENTRA E XTRONIC CVT ACCID

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

NO NTS! DE CCI

16,998

Sunroof, alloy, AWD Stk #F16183

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT TURBO

2006 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK 2.5I AWD

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

12,995

$ BC Y! L ON

9,488

D AW

17,388

$

2013 MAZDA MAZDA3

A perpetual best seller, this hatchback is the right combo for you! With all the space you could ever want this car will save you the loss in buying new!

Come find out!

Stk #D16085

A

This Patriot has no accidents and great brakes and tires! Always one of our best sellers, this 2014 has just 23,553kms which means a lot of warranty remaining for you! Stk #V15945

2014 JEEP PATRIOT NORTH EDITION 4WD

23,298

$

2014 JEEP PATRIOT NORTH EDITION 4WD

BC ONLY! ACCIDENT FREE! This vehicle is practically brand new!

Stk #C16027

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC ONLY! All new tires, & machined front rotors.

Stk #S16042

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

NO NTS! DE CCI

2013 NISSAN SENTRA SL

BC Y! L ON

18,888

This mean and sporty coupe is fast, fast, fast! Come see why we are #1!

Stk #V16088

12,488

This super sporty car is street ready and looking fast! With custom gauges, body matching gearshift and other custom work this zippy racer is looking sharp! Stk #D15790A

$

2006 PONTIAC G6 GTP

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC ONLY! Great tires and brakes! Heated seats and backup camera!This luxurious Murano is a fast, fun and roomy ride! Whether it be used as a business vehicle, a family vehicle or a vehicle to haul around the kids, it is versatile enough do it all.

Stk #C16010

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2007 FORD MUSTANG

16,488

2010 NISSAN MURANO SL

18,988

Great tires! 2 new outer tie rod ends! This is the longest running sports car in North America, come find out why!

Summer’s just around the bend!

Stk #D16050

BC ONLY! Recently serviced front brakes - Active Eco - Cruise Traction Control - AUX/USB Port - A/C. Stk #D16076

BC Y! L ON

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$ LOWS! KM

This car is BEAUTIFUL, not only that, it’s a HYBRID! You have to get inside this car, it’s like no other!

Stk #T16015

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

7,388

$

2006 CHEVROLET COBALT LT

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

2011 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID

15,488

$

19,288

$

2008 FORD F150 XLT

18,995

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC Y! L ON

2007 BUICK ALLURE CX

All new brake pads and machined rotors! A/C - Cruise Control - Suede Upholstery - Traction Control - Power Mirrors - 12V Power Outlet Cargo Net in Trunk.

Stk #T16320

7,995

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

16,995

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO K1500 LT

AC, Cruise, Power Windows, Locks.

Stk #D16311

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC Y! L ON

2009 MINI COOPER

BC ONLY! 2 New Front Tires! A/C - Leather Handsfree Phone - Steering Wheel Controls - 16” Alloy - Power Adjustable Mirrors.

Stk #D16306

30,495

17,995

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

COLWOOD 250-478-7603 1772 Island Hwy.

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

DL #30897

Friday, July 11, 2014 - GOLDSTREAM

1

5 TIME WINNER

VICTORIA NEWS

of the

1

VICTORIA NEWS

of the

Voted

1

Best City

of the

VICTORIA NEWS

of the

1

VICTORIA NEWS

R YEA

18th

Voted

Best City 2013

R YEA

17th

1

VICTORIA NEWS

2012

16th

Voted

Best City

R YEA

R YEA

2010

2

Voted

Best City

2011

R YEA

2014

603 50-478-7

th

19th

WHY PAY MORE?

#1 AGAIN!

BEST PLACE TO BUY A PREOWNED VEHICLE!

LA

RATES

PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2014

FOR BEST OF THE CITY! 20

VANCOUVER ISLAND’S #1 USED CAR DEALER

YOUR ISLAND’S FIRST CREDIT CHOICE

CE

TRADES WELCOME PAID FOR OR NOT!

FROM

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

OPEN: Mon.-Thurs. 9am - 8pm; Sat. 9am-6pm & Sun. 10am-4pm

3.99%

DRIVE A LITTLE, SAVE A LOT!

BUY A U TO SE

E HICL VE

of the

www.vicnews.com • A15

D

Voted

Best City

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, July 11, 2014

NEWS GAZETTE

BEST P

A14 • www.vicnews.com

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

COMPREHENSIVE VEHICLE INSPECTIONS ON ALL OUR VEHICLES Your Island’s First Credit Choice With 16 Retail Lenders to Choose From and Over 550 Vehicles, We Get You Approved and Offer Selection.

24,888

$

2010 FORD EDGE SPORT

Talk about a fancy vehicle! This BEAUTIFUL blue Edge is not only AWD, it’s one of the coolest rides on the road! DO NOT MISS OUT!!! Stk #T15682

2010 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5X PREM. This Subaru comes with its renowned symmetrical all wheel drive system, but there’s more! We have installed a new battery, a new timing belt, two new serpentine belts, 4 tires and new front pads and rotors! Great brakes too!

This is the ultimate in peace of mind all the way around!

Stk #V15967

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

D AW

17,988

New brake pads and machined front rotors.

Stk #D15406

2010 FORD FUSION SPORT This Fusion Sport AWD sports leather, dual exhaust and a 3.5L V6 that will blow your doors off while still saving at the pumps!

Stk #D15980

BC Y! L ON

2013 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS

2009 FORD F250 XLT

2010 TOYOTA MATRIX

At less than 105,000kms this SuperDuty is ready to get hauling for you!

Stk #X15687A

The 2010 Toyota Matrix is a practical and stylish compact wagon that should please economical shoppers who value functionality over performance. Pleasant ride, intuitive controls, roomy backseat, flat load floor facilitates cargo carrying, good fuel economy with 1.8-liter engine.

Stk #S16080

21,495

2005 FORD ESCAPE XLT

2011 HONDA RIDGELINE RTL

BC ONLY! New front brake pads and machined rotors!

Stk #T15701A

This truck HAS IT ALL! With its very unqure tailgate/door/trunk system in the rear, leather seats, navigation system, backup camera and MANY more options this is a must see!!!

Stk #D16229

7,995

BC ONLY! ACCIDENT FREE! Remote Vehicle Start Power heated exterior mirrors - Cruise Control - 1.4L 4CYL Turbocharged - 16” Steel Wheels - Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel - Backup Camera Steering Wheel Audio Controls Climate Control - Bluetooth - USB Port - XM Satellite - 7” Color Touch Screen - Oil Pan Heater - Front Bucket Seats. Stk #K16263

16,995

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

T DEN I C AC FREE

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT

2008 MINI COOPER S BC ONLY! Leather, Panoramic Roof, Cruise, AC, Turbocharged.

Stk #X16282

18,995

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

This is the NEW Beetle! Its sportier look has transcended this car from a flower power vehicle to a somewhat of a Porche design. It drives as fun as it looks!

You have to see this car!

Stk #D16209

16,495 BC ONLY! ALL NEW TIRES, NEW REAR BRAKE PADS AND MACHINED ROTORS! Stk #X16250

13,488

NO NTS! DE CCI

A

2011 NISSAN ALTIMA S ACCIDENT FREE! ALL NEW TIRES! Stk #V16204

17,495

$ BC Y! L ON

10,495

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

www.galaxymotors.net

VANCOUVER ISLAND ONLY! New Rear Brake Shoes.

Stk #F16082A

9,495

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2010 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED SAHARA

8,998

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC Y! L ON

2008 FORD F350 LARIAT

B.C. ONLY! Great brakes and tires!

This Lariat is the ultimate mix of comfort, size and power!

Stk #C16139

19,998

22,998

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

LOWS! KM

2013 FIAT 500 LOUNGE

This car is a fuel efficiency star and its roof even retracts with just one press of a button! You cannot pass this one up, ONLY 8,191kms!!!

Stk #F16219

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2012 NISSAN TITAN SV PRO-4X BC Y! L ON

This local BC Titan has a 6” Pro Comp lift kit professionally installed by Westshore Spring a nd 4X4, rides on 35 inch Toyo Open Country Xtreme tires and aftermarket rims, chrome running boards, bull bar and fender flares.

Don’t like listening to the radio, the Flowmaster Exhaust will make you smile when you hear the power of the 5.6L V8.

Don’t let this one fall through your fingers.

Stk #D16235

19,495

34,995

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

NT

2010 VOLKSWAGEN CCIDEEE PASSAT 2.0T A FR Heated Front Seats, Moonroof!

Stk #D16265

2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA S

ACCIDENT FREE! Remote Keyless Entry, AC. Stk #D16267

BC ONLY! Freedom Top, Alloys, AC. Stk #C16272

25,495

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2007 NISSAN SENTRA

NO ACCIDENTS! Great tires and brakes!

This is a vehicle than go anywhere you want it to go and its 4wd system is perfect for all conditions!

Fuel efficient too!

Stk #D16115

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

21,495

ND ISLANLY! O

2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER ES

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2005 KIA SPORTAGE

NO ACCIDENTS! Great tires! This ultra fuel efficient Sentra has just 37,311kms! With the quality of Nissan, that’s one heck of a deal!

Stk #C16111

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2013 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE

BC ONLY! Sunroof, deluxe wheel covers, A/C. Stk #D16048

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

17,995

$ BC Y! L ON

A

$

BC ONLY! ACCIDENT FREE! Remote Entry.

Stk #D16247

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC Y! L ON

BC ONLY! New front brake pads and new front tires.

Stk #S16163

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2009 KIA SPORTAGE LX AWD

9,995

29,995

$

D AW

2009 CHEVROLET HHR LS

BC Y! L ON

22,888

NO NTS! 2012 NISSAN SENTRA E XTRONIC CVT ACCID

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

NO NTS! DE CCI

16,998

Sunroof, alloy, AWD Stk #F16183

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT TURBO

2006 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK 2.5I AWD

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

12,995

$ BC Y! L ON

9,488

D AW

17,388

$

2013 MAZDA MAZDA3

A perpetual best seller, this hatchback is the right combo for you! With all the space you could ever want this car will save you the loss in buying new!

Come find out!

Stk #D16085

A

This Patriot has no accidents and great brakes and tires! Always one of our best sellers, this 2014 has just 23,553kms which means a lot of warranty remaining for you! Stk #V15945

2014 JEEP PATRIOT NORTH EDITION 4WD

23,298

$

2014 JEEP PATRIOT NORTH EDITION 4WD

BC ONLY! ACCIDENT FREE! This vehicle is practically brand new!

Stk #C16027

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC ONLY! All new tires, & machined front rotors.

Stk #S16042

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

NO NTS! DE CCI

2013 NISSAN SENTRA SL

BC Y! L ON

18,888

This mean and sporty coupe is fast, fast, fast! Come see why we are #1!

Stk #V16088

12,488

This super sporty car is street ready and looking fast! With custom gauges, body matching gearshift and other custom work this zippy racer is looking sharp! Stk #D15790A

$

2006 PONTIAC G6 GTP

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC ONLY! Great tires and brakes! Heated seats and backup camera!This luxurious Murano is a fast, fun and roomy ride! Whether it be used as a business vehicle, a family vehicle or a vehicle to haul around the kids, it is versatile enough do it all.

Stk #C16010

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2007 FORD MUSTANG

16,488

2010 NISSAN MURANO SL

18,988

Great tires! 2 new outer tie rod ends! This is the longest running sports car in North America, come find out why!

Summer’s just around the bend!

Stk #D16050

BC ONLY! Recently serviced front brakes - Active Eco - Cruise Traction Control - AUX/USB Port - A/C. Stk #D16076

BC Y! L ON

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$ LOWS! KM

This car is BEAUTIFUL, not only that, it’s a HYBRID! You have to get inside this car, it’s like no other!

Stk #T16015

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

7,388

$

2006 CHEVROLET COBALT LT

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

2011 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID

15,488

$

19,288

$

2008 FORD F150 XLT

18,995

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC Y! L ON

2007 BUICK ALLURE CX

All new brake pads and machined rotors! A/C - Cruise Control - Suede Upholstery - Traction Control - Power Mirrors - 12V Power Outlet Cargo Net in Trunk.

Stk #T16320

7,995

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

16,995

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO K1500 LT

AC, Cruise, Power Windows, Locks.

Stk #D16311

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC Y! L ON

2009 MINI COOPER

BC ONLY! 2 New Front Tires! A/C - Leather Handsfree Phone - Steering Wheel Controls - 16” Alloy - Power Adjustable Mirrors.

Stk #D16306

30,495

17,995

$

$

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

COLWOOD 250-478-7603 1772 Island Hwy.

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

DL #30897

A16 • www.vicnews.com

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Picnic with classic Fords Head down to Heritage Acres in Central Saanich on July 20 to see some classic cars. Admission to the annual

Ford and Friends picnic is $15 a car load. The Early Ford V8 Club hosts the event at, 7321 Lochside Dr. from

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Trains and barbecues will be up and running and Ruckus will perform live.

CAMPUS NISSAN NISSAN CAMPUS Manchester gets virtual

11 HYUNDAI 11 HYUNDAI ACCENT SE Super low kms, SE ACCENT local car, 5-speed,

05 NISSAN X05 NISSAN XTRAIL SE AWD The Xtrail is aSE Japanese built AWD TRAIL reliability story. Made for only

11 11,,990 990

$ Now $ Now

JN1922A JN1922A

Now Now

88,990 990

$ $ ,

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When it comes to water safety, summer is the most dangerous time of the year.

More than 500 Canadians drown every year, many of them children and teenage males. Bruce Andrew, Victoria-based manager of community development for the Canadian Red Cross, said that number is high, especially when many of the fatalities are preventable.

“Children can drown in inches of water. That is one of the dangers they don’t understand that can happen,” he said. “It only takes one mistake and it could be your last mistake. People aren’t taking the risk around water seriously enough.”

A recent report by the Canadian Red Cross documenting 20 years of data between 1991 and 2010 showed 20 per cent of drowning fatalities are children between age one and four unexpectedly falling around water. With children, Andrew said, the key to water

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“One of the main issues is people are not wearing life jackets or Personal Floatation Devices (PFD). Many lives can be saved, yet people still aren’t doing that. (Also) 80 to 90 per cent of drownings on boats happen when people are not wearing one.”

A sense of fun in the water lets people’s guard down, Andrew said. Because of that, many don’t heed posted warnings or acknowledge the potential dangers around water, either for themselves or family members.

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Toys and games aside, I loved watching the pure and sweet imagination that went into child play. Most often, the girls would flitter in and about me as I washed dishes and prepared endless snacks, and caught only sparks of conversation. But once in awhile, I’d hear them chattering in the back seat of the car, like the time I picked up one of Sierra’s friends for a playtime. They immediately launched into their latest game.

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Colwood property comes alive again with young campers Youth learn how to make positive social change Don Descoteau News staff

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Friends Uniting for Nature (FUN) Society executive director and founder, Maia Green, clowns around with an all-natural wig, in keeping with the camps’ main focus.

Inspiring children and teens to do something more to preserve the environment and act on their outdoor passion is what FUN camps are all about.

FUN, a well-crafted acronym for Friends Uniting for Nature, has been offering environmental summer day camps for young people aged six to 16 since 2008 in Victoria and Vancouver. The success of the non-profit society’s camps led them this year to expand to the West Shore, on a Colwood site that has a rich history of connecting kids with the outdoors.

Coast Collective on Heatherbell Road, now a central part of the arts community on the West Shore, has partnered with FUN to offer a pristine location where campers can learn about their surroundings and experience activities

that have little to do with electronics.

“We’re definitely not your average summer camp at all,” says Maia Green, executive director and founder of the Friends Uniting for Nature Society. “Kids are inspired to take action. The camp is focused on environmental leadership.”

Summer camps ran at the Havenwood estate, anchored by the historic Pendray House which now houses the Coast Collective’s gallery and programs, between 1977 and 2001.

Shannon Carmen, a Metchosin resident who now works with Coast Collective, remembers fondly the summer days she spent at the former Pacific Centre for Family Services day camp between 1994 and 2000.

“We learned to sail and canoe on Esquimalt Lagoon,” she says. “You were doing archery and tree climbing – that was something you did for an hour.”

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Carmen, now 32, likes the idea that children are now back and learning valuable lessons while playing.

“We weren’t talking about saving the environment, we just absorbed it by osmosis,” she says.

As part of the summer programs, which see all ages engage in activities together, campers are encouraged to follow their heart and create their own “passion project.”

“It gets them thinking about what do they really love and what would they like to do to make the world better,” Green says.

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One Grade 5 student at Crystal View elementary in Langford planned out and started an Eco Club at her school.

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The nice part is the school has committed to keep it going.”

At a summer’s end gala, campers particularly excited about their projects can pitch them to a panel of judges, with the potential to win a FUN Champs Social Change Award. Winners receive seed money to follow up on their dream and are assigned a mentor for a year.

Last year, 10 Champs were funded in each of Victoria and Vancouver.

FUN also prides itself on the fact its day camps are accessible to low-income, disadvantaged and at-risk children and youth through their scholarship program, which enables one third of all campers to attend free of charge.

The day camps run now through Aug. 29. For more information on the camps or to donate to the scholarship program, contact Green at 778-977-5921 or visit funsociety.ca. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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ummer is kicking into high gear and it is a great time to clean up the hot rod. Or perhaps some needed maintenance on the daily driver is necessary as you prepare for your summer vacation.

JB’s Colwood Langford Auto Supply is one of a network of eight locally owned and operated stores including a warehouse and machine shop servicing Colwood, Langford, Metchosen, Sooke, Victoria, Esquimalt, Sannich, Ladysmith and Saltspring Island employing over 100 people. The company and staff are always excited to support many local charities and clubs. The ownership group, Dave Appleyard, Ross Halling, and Colin Newton are local guys who grew up in the area and take pride in supporting many car clubs in the communities they service.

JB’s Colwood Langford Auto Supply is ready to help with the products you need for either task. In business since 1972 they carry a full line of cleaners, waxes, auto parts, fluids, batteries and paint supplies to help you get the job done.

Their experienced, knowledgeable staff are ready and willing to help with the vast selection of products they carry. JB’s customer friendly ten thousand square foot store at the corner of Goldstream Ave and Jacobson Rd (beside City Hall) has the parts you need, on hand or available very quickly.

The staff at JB’s Colwood Langford Auto Supply is one of their core strengths. Come in and meet them.

You will find some of the most experienced auto parts people in the industry. Their counter people can source the parts you need from a vast collection of suppliers. Paint and body professionals are ready

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

LOST AND FOUND

HELP WANTED

FOUND. 3 KEYS + RFID tag, enamelled bird on chain. on Linden Ave. (778)977-9241.

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

CALL FOR ENTRIES 12TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Artisan Festival.

Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show.

Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting Aug. 30, 31, Sept. 1 Applications for Artisans: woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901 Make the most of your up incoming weekend...

FUN, FUN, FUN âœąPWCA ANNUAL CORGI PICNIC Sunday, July 13 12:00 – 3:00 âœąSaanich Fair Grounds 1528 Stelly’s Cross Rd Adults $5 Children $3 Bring a picnic, cutlery, cups, dishes. FREE Desserts, hot & cold drinks. Games, prizes, raffle. Bring & Buy Sale.

Please contribute doggie stuff.

INFORMATION DID YOU KNOW? BBB Accredited Businesses contractually agree to operate by the BBB’s 8 Standards of Trust.

Look for the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory Eedition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca.

You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory

FOUND- HEARING aid at the top of Mt. Tolmie, Wed, July 2.

Call (250)598-5477.

FOUND SET of keys on Donovan Rd. Call to identify (250)474-2321.

LOST PRESCRIPTION glasses Canada Day between Market Square, Milestones, Inner Harbour. If found please call (250)385-6678.

LOST WALLET between Goldstream & Peat Rd possibly? If found please call (250)472-0166.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

• Certified Home Study Course • Jobs Registered Across Canada • Gov. Certified www.RMTI.ca / 604.681.5456 or 1.800.665.8339 HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

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HAIR STYLISTS $500 Hiring Bonus.

Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Must have hairstyling qualifications.

Guaranteed $11/hr, benefits, paid overtime, vacation pay, 25% profit sharing, paid birthday, advanced training and advancement opportunities For an interview call 866-472-4339

LEGALS

LEGALS

PERSONALS MAKE A Connection. Real People, Flirty Chat Call FREE! 250-220-1300 or 1-800-2101010. www.livelinks.com 18+

THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: Boom men, Hooktenders, Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers, Hydraulic Log Loader Operator, Chasers, Coastal Certified Hand Fallers.

Fulltime with union rates/benefits.

Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca

TRADES, TECHNICAL DRILLER/BLASTER-Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd. requires a certified driller/blaster for its coastal forest logging operations near Woss, BC. Union rates and benefits apply.

Please fax resume to 250-2879259.

VOLUNTEERS

FREE ITEMS

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

STORY STUDIO Writing Society is looking for personable volunteers to support the workshop facilitator and help young children write their stories. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

FREE. ELECTRIC lawnmower and queen-size wooden bed frame. (250)658-8440.

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

VICTORIA WOMEN’S Transition House, seeking board members. http://www.transi tionhouse.net/news-events/

FRIENDLY FRANK 2 BALCONY chairs w/seat covers $35. 14�stool, blk leather seat $25. 250-388-6725.

BOOK- Clymer publication, fix your bike $5. (250)477-1819.

PERSONAL SERVICES

CARD TABLE- almost new, $39. (250)477-4426.

MIND BODY & SPIRIT

FAN ON Stand, and Air Purifier. $10. ea. obo. Call (778)433-0108.

KRIPALU MASSAGE, Reiki, Acupressure, Chair Massage.

I have relaxed clients that have been with me for 5-12 years. See testimonials on website. Women only. Call 250-514-6223 or visit online at: www.andreakober.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES

LARGE HIDE-BED$24.

Standard Basket ball hoop on stand, $75. (250)652-1651.

OLD ‘DOC’ bag $60. 16� girl’s bike $20. ‘Simple’ golf shoes $15. Call (778)265-1615.

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

VOLUNTEERS

FURNITURE

RECREATION INTEGRATION Victoria is looking for predominately male volunteers to be matched up one-on-one with disabled males to participate in mutually enjoyable activities such as swimming, playing sports, or trying new things. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

BEDROOM SUITE. Queen bed frame with head/foot boards. 9-drawer dresser with mirror, armoire and two night stands. Solid oak. $1,000 obo.

Please see usedvictoria.com ad #21580893. 250-881-8833.

SPORTABILITY VICTORIA gives physically challenged individuals the opportunity to have fun participating in the sport of Boccia. They need 6 volunteers to assist with a weekly Saturday meat draw.

Please call Kelly at 250-7440251 for more information.

LEGALS

An application for an amendment to the liquor licence held by Great Canadian Casino located at 1708 Island Highway in View Royal has been received by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch.

Current liquor service hours are between 12 Noon to 2AM daily. There is no change to these hours of operation.

Current licensed occupant load is 132 persons in the atrium and food and beverage area.

The proposed change is to increase the interior capacity up to 1147 persons to include the entire gaming floor and to add a new outdoor patio for 430 persons.

Residents and owners of businesses located within a 0.5 mile (.8 km) radius of the proposed site may comment on this proposal by

or 2) By email:

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

HIRING Licensed Plumber/Gasfitter and Licensed Sheetmetal Worker.

Apply with resume pronorthheating@telus.net, fax 250-785-5542

NOTICE OF INTENT RE: LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING ACT APPLICATION FOR A LIQUOR PRIMARY(LP) AMENDMENT

1) Writing to:

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

THE GENERAL MANAGER C/O Licensing Analyst LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING BRANCH PO BOX 9292 Victoria, BC V8W 9J8 lclb.lclb@gov.bc.ca

PETITIONS AND FORM LETTERS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED To ensure the consideration of your views, your comments, name and address must be received on or before August 9, 2014. Please note that your comments may be made available to the applicant or local government officials where disclosure is necessary to administer the licensing process.

OFFICE CORNER computer desk, beech and green laminate with keyboard tray, filing drawer and stationary drawer. 24� x 72�, formerly used in professional office but would also suit home/student use. Excellent condition. Asking $150. Call Jim at 250-6561151, ext.126.

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

REAL ESTATE HOUSES FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE UNDER $100 KENMORE WATER Distiller, $39. Chest freezer, $99. 3 propane tanks, new and full, $20/each. (250)477-2947.

ALL AMERICAN pressure canner+ cooker w/canning jars, $350. 24’ heavy duty aluminum extension ladder, $150.

Call (250)479-3950.

ATTN: Cattle Ranchers & Horse Owners NEW Black Pipe – BELOW Wholesale Price. 1/8� wall to 3/4� wall Thickness. From 1/2� thru to 7� Pipe x 21’ long.

Perfect for Gates, Corrals, Cattle Guard Crossing etc.

(Check out our Storage Containers online & “Poor Boy Log Cabins� on Google).

Target Steel & Sea Container Sales targetsteelsales@gmail.com

604-799-8434

FREE DELUXE Hammond organ.

You pick-up.

Call (778)433-0108.

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

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

COMING EVENTS

COMING EVENTS

FREE ITEMS

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

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

SOUTH ISLAND MUSICAL THEATRE SOCIETY is inviting applications from prospective candidates for the positions of

Drama Director, Musical Director & Choreographer for its February/March 2015 production of Gilbert & Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance. Interested applicants are asked to email their resumes to susanelo@shaw.ca by no later than Friday, July 18, 2014.

For additional information contact Denny Beaveridge at 250-746-5795 or beaverden@shaw.ca

SELLING? I charge far less commission. For example only $6,900 on a $600,000 Sale. A Full commission realtor would cost you $21,000 at 6 and 3. www.JimParsons.com Call me now at 250-508-0739.

JIM PARSONS Onepercent Realty VI

SELL IT FAST WITH CLASSIFIEDS! 250.388.3535

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GARAGE SALES

SAANICH. HOUSEHOLD garage sale. Sat. & Sun. July 12 & 13, 9am-2pm. Wine making equip., large workbench & tools, large freezer, kitchen items, filing cabinet, books & records, sheer curtains. 1298 Carmichael Court, near VGH.

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TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

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HOMES FOR RENT

AUTO FINANCING

CARS

TRUCKS & VANS

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.

SOOKE LARGE Home on acreage upper-3 bed, 2 bath, sunroom. Lower: Full suite, 2 br, 1 bath, 8 appliances, efficient heat pump, $1800/m + utils. N/S, pets neg, Refs Req. 250-642-2015

ESQUIMALT- LRG renovated 2 bdrm. $900, W/D. 55+.

NS/NP. Call (250)385-7256.

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 SIDNEY. PATIO condo. Aug. 1st. 45+, 1100 sq.ft. Upgraded 2-bdrm, 2 bath. N/P. Heat, H/W, locker, parking. $1350.

(250)654-0230.

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CHEVROLET Cavalier Z24, 3.1 Litre. Only 70,000 km on rebuilt motor. Newer Luc High Performance clutch, 5-speed trans, near new Yokohama tires. Red, sun roof, mint interior, power doors/windows (new motors and regulators). Pioneer stereo w/iPod adapter, Pioneer 6x9 3-way speakers.

Original owner, have all receipts. $2500. Chris, 250-5950370 leave message.

GOLDSTREAM AREA- 1400 sq ft, newly furnished, W/D, D/W, A/C, big deck & yard, hidef TV, parking. Working male only. $650 inclusive. Call Ray 778-433-1233.

VICTORIA HOUSING. $450.

Students, disability, working.

778-977-8288.

BOATS $$$$ BOATS WANTED $$$$ ALSO OUTBOARDS AND TRAILERS. CASH BUYER. $$$$$ 250-544-2628 $$$$$

BUYING - RENTING- SELLING 250.388.3535

SUITES, LOWER ESQUIMALT. 2-BDRM near Naden. NS/NP. Partially furn., yard. W/D. Grnd level. Avail now. $875./mo 250-385-3965

Local news.

LANGFORD 2-BDRM. New ground level. N/S. $700. inclusive. Sm pet ok (250)474-3701

Local shopping.

TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

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

CARS

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UPTOWN AREA: 5 bdrm, 1/2 Duplex, avail now, $1850/mo.

Call Harj at 250-686-8847.

MARINE

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Christie Point Apts 2818-3037 Craigowan Road Reno’d suites: 2 & 3 Bdrm & 3 Bdrm T/H Pool & canoe rack T/H have w/d hook-ups On a 15 acre peninsula 15 min to downtown

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1998 GMC SAFARI Passenger Van, 164,000 km, inspected. $3000. Call Tom at Esso Hillside & Shelbourne, 250592-2455.

4&-- :063 $"3 '"45

Scrap Junk Running or Not! Cars Trucks Vans

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250-507-6543.

AL’S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, power washing, de-moss, Insured.

PETE’S HAUL A DAY- Junk removal. Airforce guy. Call 250-888-1221.

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

DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates.

250-744-8588, Norm.

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

Brad 250-217-9578.

BIG BEAR Painting. Interior & Exterior. Quality work. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071

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

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250-477-4601

CARPENTRY BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748.

CLEANING SERVICES HOUSEKEEPER EXPERIENCED, reliable. References.

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

CONCRETE & PLACING BARBER CEMENT Finishing; Driveways, sidewalks, patios, form work. Free est. 40 yrs exp. Call (250)704-9053.

MUD DOG CONCRETE. Existing concrete removal, landscaping, form work; all types of concrete finishes. (250)8574200. muddogconcrete.net

ELECTRICAL (250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic.#3003. 25yrs exp. Renos, new homes, knob & tube replace. Sr.Disc.No job too small 250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779.

GNC ELECTRIC Res/Comm.

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Q: WHAT ARE Q: WHAT SOME WEST ARE SHORE SOME WEST SHORE DEVELOPMENTS DEVELOPMENTS TO WATCH FOR? TO WATCH FOR? With West Shore municipalities With Westcontinuing Shore to allow for infill continuing housing in municipalities previously or fallow to allow forforested infill housing in sections offorested land, especially previously or fallow Langford of andland, Colwood, prosections especially spective buyers are keeping Langford and Colwood, proan eye onbuyers severalare areas. spective keeping them isareas. the WesanAmong eye on several thills development, Among them is thewhich Wescontinues to move along. thills development, which Residents already livingalong. there continues to move and thosealready who might wish Residents living there to later are who no doubt and those mightaware wish of Langford’s plan to eventuto later are no doubt aware ally punch through of Langford’s plan toLangford eventuParkway all through the way to Sooke ally punch Langford Road. Asallwell, the to prospect Parkway the way Sooke of a new to Road.

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BUYER’S TIP | Make sure that advertised suite has been legally completed and insp0ected BUYER’S TIP | Make sure that advertised suite has been legally completed and insp0ected

West West Shore Shore has has something something for for every every buyer buyer With nearby amenities With nearby amenities prevalent, local homes prevalent, local homes compete with core on compete with core more than just priceon more than just price Don Descoteau News staff Don Descoteau News staff

A quick scan of real estate listings on vicnews.com this week found a near-new threeA quick scan of real estate listings on vicbedroom, this three-bathroom 1,460-squarenews.com week found a near-new threefoot home inthree-bathroom the Six Mile area 1,460-squareof View Royal bedroom, had sold than $400,000. foot homefor inless the Six Mile area of View Royal Another luxurious four-bedhad sold forpage lessfinds than a$400,000. room, five-bathroom on Bear MounAnother page findspalace a luxurious four-bedtain listed for nearly $1.4 million. room, five-bathroom palace on Bear MounNeither is atnearly the extreme end of pricing tain listed for $1.4 million. onNeither the West Shore, but the spread a is at the extreme end of gives pricing good that there are numerous on theindication West Shore, but the spread gives a options or homethat buyers looking to either good indication there are numerous stay hereortohome upgrade or scale down, relooptions buyers looking tooreither cate here from to the region’sorcore municipalities. stay upgrade scale down, or reloThe prevailing wisdom is municipalities. that buyers can cate from the region’s core getThe more house wisdom for theiris money in View prevailing that buyers can Royal, Colwood, beyond than get more house Langford for theirand money in View SaanichColwood, and Victoria.

Royal, Langford and beyond than Realtor McInnis of Pemberton Saanich andGary Victoria.

Holmes calls thatMcInnis a fair statement of the Realtor Gary of Pemberton market. calls But with amenitiesofcropHolmes that nearby a fair statement the ping up But around West amenities Shore and cropvarimarket. withthe nearby ous configurations housing being ping up around theofWest Shore andadded variregularly, it’s also fair say thebeing area “offers ous configurations of to housing added lots of choices,” says. regularly, it’s alsohe fair to say the area “offers “Ifofyou look athe what the median price is lots choices,” says. (the MLS Homethe Price Indexprice bench“If current you look at what median is mark is $556,200 a typical singlebenchfamily (the current MLS for Home Price Index home), can find of single opportunity mark is you $556,200 for aplenty typical family in that range outfind here.” home), you can plenty of opportunity lives in the Colwood’s in McInnis, that rangewho out here.”

Royal Bay neighbourhood, recently sold a McInnis, who lives in the Colwood’s several-year-old detached home in sold LangRoyal Bay neighbourhood, recently a ford for about $359,000.

Forhome thoseinpeople several-year-old detached Langwho for need more$359,000. space orFor want a larger or ford about those people more private yard, established who need more space or want neighboura larger or hoodsprivate in View Royal, Triangle neighbourMountain, more yard, established the aforementioned Bear Mountain, among hoods in View Royal, Triangle Mountain, others, offer those types features.among the aforementioned Bear of Mountain, “The offer morethose that the infrastructure others, types of features. grows, and themore services, theinfrastructure more peoplegrows, don’t “The that the and the services, the more people don’t

need to go into the core,” McInnis says.

DFHtoRealty manager Susan Dunn need go intobroker the core,” McInnis says. agrees on thebroker large amount choice for DFH Realty managerofSusan Dunn buyers,on from and townhomes, to agrees thecondos large amount of choice for bare landfrom stratas and ranch properties. to buyers, condos and townhomes, Sheland notes thatand younger tend to bare stratas ranchbuyers properties. prefer newer that construction, of which there She notes younger buyers tend to is plenty around the West Shore, but there espeprefer newer construction, of which cially in the more urban of is plenty around the Westmunicipalities Shore, but espeLangford, Colwood and View Royal. Those cially in the more urban municipalities of with legal suites builtand in give flexibility Langford, Colwood Viewmore Royal.

Those on size and mortgage costs, she adds. with legal suites built in give more flexibility again you get some people on“Then size and mortgage costs, she adds. who are“Then still looking for fixer-uppers,” she says, again you get some people who noting some don’t mind tackare stillthat looking forfamilies fixer-uppers,” she says, ling older potential.

“Withtackthe noting thathomes some with families don’t mind popularity of the home reno shows on the TV, ling older homes with potential.

“With we’re seeing little morereno of that.” popularity ofathe home shows on TV, Withseeing interest rates not we’re a little more of likely that.” to jump anytime soon, the affordability factor conWith interest rates not likely to jump tinues tosoon, play the in the West Shore’s favour, anytime affordability factor conMcInnistosays. tinues play in the West Shore’s favour, “For asays. lot of people, it comes down to McInnis ‘what I afford and how closedown is it to “Forcan a lot of people, it comes schoolcan for Imy kids?’

– it how ‘what afford andWalk howscores close is to close everything is – are going to become school for my kids?’

Walk scores – how more everything a part of the criteria forto people to close is – are going become make aa purchase.” more part of the criteria for people to Even argument about the longer commake a the purchase.” mute can shot down, he the says.

Even thebeargument about longer com“I can thedown, valuehe overwhelms the mute can say be shot says. commute and the gas costs when it comes “I can say value overwhelms the down to what it’sgas costing peritmonth, commute and the costsme when comes especially for people who have legal suite down to what it’s costing me aper month, providing extra income.” especially for people who have a legal suite editor@goldstreamgazette.com providing extra income.” editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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Plenty of options are available for homeArnold buyers on the Lim/News staff West Shore.

Younger buyers prefer newer homes, Plenty of options are available for home buyers on like the these in Langford (top), whileprefer othersnewer go forhomes, properties West Shore.

Younger buyers like with a in view, such as thatwhile enjoyed by the high these Langford (top), others go residents for properties atop aTriangle Mountain photo) in Colwood. with view, such as that(lower enjoyed by the residents high atop Triangle Mountain (lower photo) in Colwood.

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2485 Shoreacres Rd., $359,900 Sat. 1-3

768 Danby Place, $599,900 Sat. 2-4

8770 Pender Park Drive, $899,900 Sat. 1-3

3342 Langrish Mews, $440,000 Sat. 1-3

35-2120 Malaview Ave, $405,000 Sat. 2-4

406-844 Goldstream Avenue, $199,800 Sat. 1-3

4550 Blenkinsop Rd., $2,495,000 Sat. 1-3

1119 Damelart Way, 3795 Burnside Place, $539,900 $549,500 Sun. 1-4 Sat. 2-4 Saanich Peninsula Realty Ltd.

#302-2732 Matson Pl, $315,900 Wed. thru Sun. 2-4

5575 Medberry Close, $534,900 Sun. 1-3

John Romashenko, 250-588-9246

RE/MAX Camosun Neil Docherty, 250-478-9600

Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736

3631-1507 Queensbury Ave, $393,000 Sun. 1-3

3166 Wascana St. $369,000 Sat. 11:30-1:30

1717 Hovey Road, $965,000 Sun. 2-4

7-614 Granrose, from $649,000 Thu to Sun. 12-3

116-1645 Narissa Rd. $319,900, Sat. 2-4

RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

Pemberton Holmes Greg Long, 250-384-8124

Newport Realty Jordy Harris, 250-385-2033

10464 Resthaven Dr., $535,000 Sun. 2-4

1160 Neild Rd., Sat. 1-3

1621 Covey Run Road, $649,000 Sat. 2-4

RE/MAX Camosun Judy Campbell, 250-744-3301

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1114 Balmoral Rd., $519,900 Sat. 1-3 RE/MAX Alliance Karen Love, 250-386-8875

311-1619 Morrison St. Sat. 1-3 Newport Realty Marie Blender, 250-385-2033

602-105 Gorge Rd. E., $299,900 Sat. & Sun. 3:30-4:30 RE/MAX Alliance Karen Love, 250-386-8875

107-1040 Rockland Ave, $259,900 Sun. 12:30-2 Pemberton Holmes Shawn Adye, 250-384-8124

1536 Bywood Place, $799,000 Sat. 2-4 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736

404-331 Burnside Rd. E, $190,000 Sat. 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

2632-2634 Fernwood Rd, $639,000 Sat. 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Fred Lerch, 250-889-2528

106 Simcoe St. Sun. 12-3

Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Mike Vanderkruyk, 250-592-4422

409-797 Tyee Rd., $429,000 Sat. 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Bruce Warburton, 250-893-0117

202-1070 Southgate St., $84,300 Sun. 1-3

Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Rick Hoogendoorn, 250-592-4422

308-3010 Washington, $589,900 Sun. 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Deanna Noyce, 250-744-3301

733A Humboldt (200 Douglas) Sat. & Sun. 1-4 Macdonald Realty Helene Roy, 250 883-2715

PH1-21 Erie St., $919,900 Sat. 2-4 Address Realty Mike Chubey, 250-391-1893

#2-1376 Pandora Ave, $345,000 Sun. 2-4

Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Shelley Saldat, 250-589-4014

960 Hereward, $469,800 Sat. 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun

Nickole Goeujon, 250-478-9600

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#105-2345 Cedar Hill Cross Road, Sun. 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Ed G. Sing, 250-744-3301

101-1148 Goodwin St., $299,900 Sat. 2-4

DFH Real Estate Ltd. Alison Stoodley, 250-477-7291

161-2345 Cedar Hill X, $517,000 Sat. 2-4

Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

2065 Allenby St., $659,000 Sat. 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Cassie Kangas, 250-477-7291

VIEW ROYAL

2700 Herbate Rd., Sun. 2-4

Newport Realty Robert Buckle, 250-385-2033

ESQUIMALT

513 Head Street, $1,800,000 Sun. 2-4 JONESco Real Estate Inc. Marilyn Ball, 250-655-7653

SAANICH EAST

4630 Falaise Drive, $540,000 Sat. 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Minda Rogerson, 250-888-8837

10-1063 Valewood Trail, $529,900 Sat. 2:30-4 RE/MAX Camosun Peter Gray, 250-744-3301

1679 Knight Ave., $449,000 Sat. 1-3 Newport Realty Colin Gareau, 250-812-3451

3-4522 Gordon Point Rd., $695,000 Sat. 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Josh Ray, 250-477-7291

1-1309 McKenzie Ave, $368,000 Sat. 11-1

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

1000 Greenridge Cres Sat. 2-4Macdonald Realty Ltd.

Niels Madsen, 250-388-5882

105-2829 Arbutus Rd., $660,000 Sat. 11-1

Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

3731 Blenkinsop Road, $524,900 Sat. 11-1

RE/MAX Camosun Mark Lawless, 250-744-3301

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

3693-1507 Queensbury Ave. $512,000 Sun. 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Roland Stillings, 250-744-3301

3846 Pitcombe Pl., $689,999 Sun. 1-3 RE/MAX Alliance

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202-1620 McKenzie Avenue Sat. 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty June Wing, 250-479-3333

Midtown Park, From $299,999 Daily 12-4 RE/MAX Camosun Peter Lindsay, 250-744-3301

103-1505 Church Ave., $175,000 Sat. 11-1

Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

1581 Mileva Lane, $995,000 Sun. 2-4 Newport Realty, Laurie Abram, 250-812-1771

SAANICH WEST

807 Pepin Pl., $549,900 Sat. 1-2

DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ann Watley, 250-656-0131

Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Mark McDougall, 250-483-3562

5-5156 Cordova Bay $419,900 Sun. 1-3

14-500 Marsett Pl., $459,900 Sat. 1-3

RE/MAX CamosunBrad Gregory, 250-744-3301

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

DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-656-0131

RE/MAX Camosun Peter Gray, 250-744-3301

2867 Murray Dr., $569,900 Sun. 2-4 Brown Bros.

Robert Young, 250-385-6900

504-2940 Harriet Rd., $349,900 Sat. 3-4

Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Mark McDougall, 250-483-3562

2922 Donald Street, $369,900 Sat. 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-744-3301

SAANICH PENINSULA

895 Woodsview Place, $559,500 Sat. 2-4

Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Sandra Govender, 250-888-3488

RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

DFH Real Estate Ltd. Judy Gerrett, 250-656-0131

Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

82-2135 Amelia Avenue, $299,000 Sun. 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Frances Wade, 250-656-0131

7931 Polo Park Cres, $564,900 Sun. 1-3

One Percent Realty Jim Parsons, 250-508-0739

HIGHLANDS

1793 York Ridge Place, From $299,000 Sun. 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Roy Coburn, 250-812-1989

WEST SHORE

1065 Verdier Avenue, $573,000 3044 Pickford Rd., $285,000 Sat. 2-4 Sun. 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Ann Watley, 250-656-0131

Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-477-0921

8880 Park Pacific Terr, $1,148,000 Sun. 1-3

1059 Clare St., $769,000 Sat. 2-4

10230 Fifth Street, $475,000 Sun. 2-4

RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

JONESco Real Estate Inc. Ian Heath, 250-655-7653

7864 Fairmeadow Pl., $514,900 Sun. 1-3

Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty May Hamilton, 250-477-5353

RE/MAX Camosun Brad MacLaren, 250-727-5448

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

Macdonald Realty Victoria Chris Brown, 250-893-3000

RE/MAX Alliance Ron Neal, 250-386-8875

105-990 Rattanwood, $319,900 Sun. 2-4

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

3707 Ridge Pond Dr., $699,900 Sun. 2-4

RE/MAX Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448

SOOKE

5577 Medberry Close, $649,000 Sun. 1-3 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736

7708 West Coast Road, $740,000 Sun. 2-4 One Percent Realty Jim Parsons, 250-508-0739

JONESco Real Estate Inc. Marilyn Ball, 250-655-7653

MALAHAT

2536 Davidson Road, $339,900 Sun. 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Sue Lyle, 250-743-7151

3459 Fulton Rd., $495,000 Sat. 1-3

2712 Wallbank Road, $334,900 Sun. 10-12

3106 Glen Lake Rd., $407,900 Sun. 12-1:30 RE/MAX Camosun

2070 Renfrew Road, $524,900 Sat. 1-3

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

Brad MacLaren, 250-727-5448

3310 Ocean Blvd, $799,000 Sun. 1-3 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736

DFH Real Estate Ltd. Sue Lyle, 250-743-7151

DFH Real Estate Ltd. Sue Lyle, 250-743-7151

1774 Shawnigan Lake, $825,000 Sun. 2-4

3642 Coleman Pl., $669,900 Sat. 2:30-4

Address Realty Mike Chubey, 250-391-1893

3126 Antrobus Cres, $509,900 Sun. 1-3

2445 Prospector Way, Sat. 11-12:30

Kroppmann Realty Dale Kroppmanns, 250-478-0808

1006 Gala Court, $364,900

1034 Torrance Ave., $559,900 Sun. 2-4

RE/MAX Camosun Jason Leslie, 250-478-9600

Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Daryl Ashby, 250-478-9141 Daily 1-5 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

One Percent Realty Guy Effler, 250-812-4910

SmartMove Real Estate Gary Brown, 250-216-7625

SmartMove Real Estate Ltd. Gary Brown, 250-216-7625

519 Bickford Way, $498,500 Sun. 2-4

UP ISLAND

2960 Phillips Rd. Sun. 1-3

RE/MAX Camosun Judy Campbell, 250-744-3301

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Spirit Bay has been hard at work putting the framework in place for the creation of this special, new town.

The Presentation Centre has been open for preview site tours and hundreds of people have registered their interest in Spirit Bay. On Saturday July 12th, you will get first opportunity to select your home or cottage and your choice of lot, for a remarkable price! Be part of a new town, a new way at Spirit Bay this weekend.

Welcome to Spirit Bay, a new seaside community just 35 minutes from downtown Victoria. Nestled alongside the Cheanuh Marina in Beecher Bay, these oceanfront, ocean view and woodland homes have been inspired by the colourful designs found in classic seaside villages. Each home is complete with a whimsical yet practical cupola. Experience south coast waterfront living, fabulous salmon and halibut fishing, and a sustainable community plan at Spirit Bay. A New Town. A New Way.

visit spiritbay.ca PRESENTATION CENTRE NOW OPEN Hours: Noon to 5PM daily (closed Wednesdays)

SPIRIT BAY

4901 East Sooke Rd, Metchosin BC V9C 4G9 1.855.744.6888 This is not an offering for sale. Please see your Spirit Bay representative for details. EO&E

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Friday, July 11, 2014 - GOLDSTREAM

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