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Estevan duplex proposal gets the nod Christine van Reeuwyk News staff

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Harlyn Baldwin, 5, discovers a ladybug in the Disney’s Thumper pumpkin during the Pumpkin Art display behind the Oak Bay municipal hall. Admission is by donation to the Oak Bay Kiwanis, and is open until 10 p.m. tonight (Oct. 31).

Pets added to Ave treat event Halloween bonfire tradition continues to bring out the dogs Christine van Reeuwyk News staff

Each year Kiwanis Club of Oak Bay hands out more than 600 hotdogs during the annual bonfire at Fireman’s Park. They’ve been doing so

since 1949. “The firemen have always done the bonfire itself, in conjunction, the Kiwanis Club of Oak Bay does the party,” said club member John Ewing. “We’ve worked with the fire department all these decades.” Friday evening ghouls and souls

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A scaled down version, in the right place, with the right approach, got council’s approval for duplex zoning Monday night. However, it didn’t happen without a handful of people voicing concern over setting a precedent with the spot zoning for 2280 Estevan Ave., the lot on the northwest corner at Estevan and Cadboro Bay Road. Some took it as an indication all properties of a certain size would be rezoned duplex, while others took it as an indication the district will be open to rezoning for duplexes under the newly created zoning for that site. Pam Copley The latest application, which fit within the footprint allowed on the site for a single family home, was deemed acceptable by all councillors. The plan originated as a triplex and was twice downsized and this application made in February after an application was denied last year. Councillors each made statements, all deeming the proposed duplex scale appropriate and in the right location.

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Big band sound aids hearing fundraiser Rev up your week

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Beth Rogers seats me to her husband Sandy’s left, to coincide with the better hearing on the side with his cochlear implant. It’s one of many adjustments the 83-year-old has made since his ears started to fail him around age 65. Maybe 60, suggests his wife Beth. By age 70, he had enough difficulty hearing over the phone, that he retired. “I was employed in an organization that I didn’t have direct association with clients except by telephone,” he says. “Eventually the deafness caught up with the phone calls.” After examination by his doctor, and an ear nose and throat specialist, he came to audiologist Stacey Frank who, he declares, is “perfect.” She didn’t hit him with a sales pitch, though hearing aid selection is vast, and expensive, he says, Frank provided some options, and he went on hearing better. But she also suggested what led to a new social life – a visit to the Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre in Victoria. “It’s a wonderful organization. … The best thing is the Monday group,” Sandy says. “When we meet up we spend an hour socializing, which is impossible in groups.” On Monday mornings, the 15 or so people in the group take turns talking, someone provides captioning and background noise is kept to a minimum so everyone can follow the conversation. “It’s designed for primarily people who have severe hearing loss. So most of the people in that group, their hearing loss is to the point where they might not be able to participate in another group situation,” says audiologist Janet Holland. The goal is to provide

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Using the phone is a team sport for Sandy, left, and Beth Rogers of Oak Bay. Because of Sandy’s hearing loss, Beth makes and answers all the calls in their home. interaction for people to make them “feel like they’re connected” to share experiences with each other and gain from hearing each other’s stories. “It’s an opportunity for them to talk through some of the challenges they face,” Holland says. “It’s also a learning environment for them. Some of the mornings we work on speech reading skills.” It also provides a venue to access other information, from ongoing technological advances to tools available to help those with hearing loss – among them cochlear implants. “When the group started, a lot of them learned about cochlear implants and the benefits of cochlear implants from other people in the group,” Holland says. Seven or eight of the group have the implants and help each other adapt. “(Monday group has) given him a social life. He can participate,” Beth says. “During family dinners, by the time the family leaves he’s exhausted and has missed most of the conversation.” “Deaf people do suffer

isolation in group settings,” Sandy agrees. The social aspect is precisely one of the targets of the sessions, says Holland, who leads the group.

“The Big Band Bash is a way of making the hearing public aware of the centre and what it does.” - Beth Rogers

“It’s wanting them to feel there’s a place where they belong, where they can connect easily with other people. A place where they’re understood and can carry on an easy conversation. A place where they can share a joke and they all laugh at the same time, because they all got it,” Holland says. “Hearing loss is very, very isolating, because it affects communication. Communication is huge (it keeps) us connected with people – our city, our culture.” Beth likes that it’s an independent outing for Sandy, who essentially hangs out with friends

every Monday. “This little group stands the test of time,” Sandy says. “They represent a humanity that helps improve people’s lives.” They have however, lost friends in the group, one being Roy Reynolds, a jazz musician who was good pals with Sandy. He also left a fundraising legacy that celebrates seven years with joyful noise this year – The Big Band Bash. “Roy was quite a wellknown jazz player who had lost his hearing over time,” Robertson explains. Seven years ago, his contribution to the organization that gave him so much was to gather his buddies, the three Big Bands of the Island and get them to perform a charity benefit. “Roy passed way two years ago now, but the bands continue to donate their time. To come out in his honour as part of his legacy,” Robertson said. “It was a really wonderful piece on Roy’s part to spread the word of the agency.” In day-to-day life Sandy lives in silence, Beth says. He watches sports – hockey, football, tennis and

golf – on television with the sound off. “One of the biggest losses I had was music,” Sandy says, sharing an affinity for Hawaiian music. “I’m just slowly beginning to recapture the sound.” Sound changes when it’s provided through one ear, aided by technology and one man-made cochlea. However, he enjoys simple music with little or no bass right now, and feels he’ll relearn his love of music. As a friend of the late Reynolds, and a proponent of the centre, Sandy attended the Big Band Bash last year, and this year he plans to donate the price of a table. “The Big Band Bash is a way of making the hearing public aware of the centre and what it does,” Beth says. It’s about enjoyment and education. “We do give out earplugs at the event, free, because we think it’s important people learn to enjoy music in a way that’s safe for them,” Robertson says. “You can go out and enjoy music without doing damage to your hearing.” The 2014 Big Band Bash, a fundraiser for the IDHHC, is held Nov. 4 at Our Lady of Fatima Portuguese Hall, 4635 Elk Lake Dr. The bash features music of the Swiftsure Big Band, the Commodores Big Band and Island Big Band. “It’s really about an evening of music and entertainment and dancing and live and silent auction. It’s a brilliant and wonderful legacy Mr. Reynolds left us,” Robertson says. Tickets are $50 at the door or $40 in advance and are available at Larsen Music (1833 Cook St.), Long and McQuade (756 Hillside Ave.) and the IDHHC office (201-754 Broughton St.). Reserve a table by calling the IDHHC office at 250-5928144. cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews. com

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Kiosk to promote resident stewardship Friends of Uplands Park information initiative comes to fruition Christine van Reeuwyk

celebrate,” said Margaret Lidkea, co-chair of Friends of Uplands Park. “The kiosk was a vision of Friends of Uplands Park. It’s been slow going but we are volunteers, and we want to make it right.” The idea appeared in 2011 and comes to fruition Nov. 2 under an $18,000 budget with multiple funding

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sources. “We’ll have representatives of contributors and, because it’s also Tree Day, we will be doing some planting,” Lidkea said. The book-shaped four-panel kiosk features Briony Penn watercolours to convey the importance of different elements of the Garry oak ecosystem, some that may surprise guests to the park. For example: “Everybody complains about the mud puddles but these are very special ecosystems,” Lidkea said. The Friends’ mission statement after all, is to create opportunities for stewardship, education and inspiration. So the signage will offer insight on the 76-acre park that includes Cattle Point. “It’s just about educating people,” said Kevin Webber, of Friends of Uplands Park. “That, of course, leads to better stewardship.” The official kiosk launch and Tree Appreciation Day in Oak Bay is Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to noon at the entrance of Beach Drive. cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com

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Rotary celebrates 40 years of service to community Group has contributed water park, skate park and teen centre Laura Lavin News staff

The Rotary Club of Oak Bay is celebrating 40 years of service to the community this year and part of its celebration was a lunch held Oct. 21 at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel. “Around 40 years ago, I was just a little rug rat running around the hotel,” said Oak Bay Beach Hotel owner Kevin Walker as he welcomed the group. Walker’s father Bruce was a founding member of the Oak Bay Rotary Club. “In 1977 dad decided I needed a little coming of age tour of Europe,” said Walker, who was 19 at the time. “What I remember is all the make ups (meetings) he did on our little tour. He spoke to me of the values he embraced as a man and the values that the organization embraced.” The Rotary Club of Oak Bay has met at the hotel for most of its 40 year history. Mayor Nils Jensen also spoke at the occasion and remarked on all

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Oak Bay Rotarians David Sills, left, Brian Lamb, George Pritchard and Eugen Bannerman were honoured for their long service at a special 40th anniversary lunch held at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel. the projects Rotary has done for the community and beyond. “The water park, the teen centre, the skate park, the work in Malawi. … It’s all about building a better community and you’ve done that

through your hard work and your diligent fundraising that all goes back to the community. … and I’m grateful and thankful.” Members took time to reminisce about the club’s

history, including its first project in which club members built four picnic tables in Uplands Park at a cost of $300. Six were proposed, but after a letter of complaint that the tables could lead to

destruction of rare native plants in Cattle Point, only four were built and installed. The club’s Charter Night meeting was held on Oct. 19, 1974 with 22 charter members in attendance. “It’s all District Governor, about building Bob a better Brewster, community and presented the charter you’ve done that to the club’s first through your president, hard work and Barney Simmons. your diligent Among the fundraising.” charter - Nils Jensen members were Deans (D.P.) Peggs (Rotarian Joan Peggs’ father), Bruce Walker (former Rotarian Kevin Walker’s father), and Ray Rawnsley (Rotarian Neil Rawnsley’s father). At that meeting, the club received the first banner by a visiting Rotarian from the Retford Club in Nottingham, England, one of hundreds of banners the club has received to date. The Rotary Club of Oak Bay meets every Tuesday at noon at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel. editor@oakbaynews.com

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Don we now our thinking cap As Oak Bay resident Jack Hull points out in his Guest Comment in today’s edition of the Oak Bay News, we must be vigilant in our critical thinking now that the ‘silly season’ is upon us. During an election campaign – even in a municipality as genteel and polite as Oak Bay – overexaggeration Voters should and yes, even outright can occur. have realistic mudslinging It’s time for all voters expectations to put on their critical thinking caps and be prepared to check out the variety of claims made by those seeking elected office. While it might make for a good sound bite, for anyone to promise they will make changes or halt a decision, each councillor and – indeed the mayor – only hold one vote. If he or she is in the minority, their desire to slow the speed limit on a particular road, initiate a raccoon cull or give deer the vote in the next election will go no further than their lips. Sewage treatment is just one of the many important topics the newly elected Oak Bay council will have to make decisions about. With two councillors not running for re-election, and a third running for the mayor’s seat, we know at least three new faces will sit at the table come December. The percentage of voters going to the polls in Oak Bay has steadily risen since 2005 when a mere 29 per cent of eligible voters made their way to the ballot box. In 2008, the number rose to 36 per cent and in 2011 it went up to 42.05 per cent. If this growing increase in voters means more residents are actively participating in our community, that is good news for all of us. Make sure you take your interest and put it to good use by learning more about the issues and the candidates, as well as what might be realistic for them to achieve in the future.

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Highest threat from climate change What is the single most permanent and deadly problem our community faces right now? No, it’s not ISIS. Societies have survived deadly assaults from wild religious xenophobes, like the original Islamic explosion out of Arabia in the first century after the death of Muhammad in 632 CE. No it will likely not be Ebola, which will mutate and be controlled following its initial deadly breakout. It is the changing of Earth’s climate to conditions that will be incompatible with needs of most of life. Those conditions are sneaking up on us very fast and with growing momentum that for many centuries yet to come will be irreversible. Why aren’t our leaders acting to prevent this? There are many reasons. They are primarily laypersons that have been lied to and don’t fully understand the problems or the solutions and they think you will balk at some of the possible remedies. They may think you would rather just dump this mess on succeeding generations than face up to it now. The problem with that is we have already got such climate change momentum built up that some experts doubt we can reverse this in time to prevent

total disaster. So my cry is: Awake! Action stations! What action? Well, for starters it’s municipal election time. Municipal governments are the closest and most responsive to the people they can impact. Let’s give them a clear mandate to bring people together to coordinate changes to our materialist culture that will rapidly lower our negative impact on our climate. It won’t be easy, but would you prefer our early extinction. Time for us is like a rope and we’ve almost slipped to the end of our rope. Press all your municipal election candidates and your neighbors relentlessly, to assume effective leadership roles to try to reverse this mess before it’s too late. Meanwhile realign your expectations and demands of your provincial and federal politicians. It’s later than you and they think. You may be surprised to learn that some in the know, think our laziness and selfish greed make failure inevitable and they chose to try to enjoy the ride down until we hit bottom. Sure, the required changes will bring economic problems, but would you prefer extinction? Ask your kids how they feel about that. Norman Mogensen Oak Bay

Thanks for helping the homeless A note of thanks to those Oak Bay residents that dropped off winter essentials at the Oak Bay municipal hall last week in support of Project Connect, put on by the Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness. Several bins and bags full with jackets, socks, mitts, scarves, toques and other winter essentials were delivered to Our Place. Thank you also to the Oak Bay News for their coverage of the initiative and to Oak Bay CAO, Helen Koning for willingly hosting the donation location. All the donated items will go to people experiencing homelessness and extreme poverty in the Greater Victoria Region. With sincere appreciation, Britt Swoveland Oak Bay

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Add truth to sewage treatment It’s unfortunate that the province has not provided I was discouraged by the misleading and the CRD with the same powers enjoyed by Metro incorrect statements on sewage treatment at the Vancouver. Metro Vancouver is proceeding with first Oak Bay all candidates meeting on Oct. 23. the North Vancouver wastewater treatment plant For example, the Saanich Peninsula Sewage without the requirement to rezone the site. Treatment Plant is not an example of a Consideration of a new location will result in distributed system, as was stated at the meeting; a delay of two years or more while a new site is it is a centralized system. The Peninsula plant selected, the public consulted, rezoning approved, consolidated the existing treatment plants serving environmental assessments completed, preliminary Sidney, Central and North Saanich into a single design undertaken, the Liquid Waste plant because that was the most cost Management Plan amended and approved, effective option. Likewise, the current funding agreements renegotiated and centralized plant option reduced the construction contract procured. cost estimate of the 2010 Core Area Reference was made to the ‘Blue Bridge three-plant option (Saanich, Esquimalt of sewage’ presumably as a reference to and Colwood) by $180 million, from the likelihood of cost overruns. The bids just under $1 billion. Multiple plants received for the Craigflower Pump Station cost more than a single plant. and McLoughlin Wastewater Treatment Some candidates are promoting Plant both came in under budget; however, tertiary treatment, citing Kelowna as a further delays increase the likelihood that positive example. Existing regulations the current budget will be exceeded. required these Okanagan communities Jack Hull Agreements are in place with the to use tertiary treatment with nutrient Guest comment province and P3 Canada for funding in removal to avoid eutrophication of excess of $300 million as is a letter of intent from Okanagan Lake. It is a step that is unnecessary for Infrastructure Canada for the balance of the $500 discharge to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The capital million. Had the zoning amendment requested and operating costs of tertiary treatment are by CRD at McLoughlin Point been approved, the greater than for secondary treatment. Infrastructure Canada agreement would have It was also suggested that the federal been signed off. With the ongoing delays, all of the government will require tertiary treatment agreements will have to be renegotiated, which within 10 to 15 years. Under the 2012 regulations raises the possibility that some or all of the funding the federal government has mandated that all could be lost. municipalities have a minimum of secondary Both mayoralty candidates affirmed the need treatment by 2040. It is pure speculation to suggest for a qualified municipal planner so that council that new regulations will be introduced before could get expert advice prior to making decisions. municipalities have to comply with the existing Yet when it comes to sewage treatment, it appears regulation. that expert advice is not necessary. The individuals Dockside Green and, on a previous occasion, cited as having been consulted have neither the Sechelt were cited as examples of what we relevant academic or professional qualifications, should be doing. Unfortunately, both have a small nor experience in planning and designing sewage fraction of the capacity needed to treat the core treatment projects and cannot be relied upon for area sewage. The Dockside Green model is not sound advice. applicable to our low density neighbourhoods, Therefore, as we move forward with sewage while Sechelt is a liquids-only treatment facility treatment and resource recovery, I hope that we with minimal resource recovery. Comparing the will have the wisdom to seek advice from people unit cost (i.e. capital cost divided by capacity) with relevant credentials and experience while of Sechelt with the McLoughlin bid, the Sechelt challenging them to think ‘outside the box’, and technology is over four times more expensive. The not give undue credibility to people whose only current proposal includes the latest secondary qualification is their ability to explore the internet. treatment technology, resource recovery in the Sadly, I fear that with all the current uncertainty form of biogas, biosolids and heat, and has the lowest cost of the many options and configurations and diversity of opinion, we are all going to pay a lot more for sewage treatment than under the evaluated. current plan. The decision by Esquimalt not to amend the Jack Hull was the interim program director on the zoning at McLoughlin Point illustrates that any sewage treatment project from 2010 to 2013. municipality in the CRD can veto CRD initiatives.

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Piano auction adds to arts coffers A pair of pianos put about $1,700 back into the Oak Bay arts laureate budget. Bloom Box by Crystal Heath, the instrument that spent the summer at Willows Beach and Imagine by Deryk Houston that was placed at Oliver and Beach Drive were auctioned last Friday (Oct. 24) at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel. The pianos were

among three that dotted the landscape this summer as the district launched its first public art campaign. The third, Sub Quercu Felicitas, bearing the Oak Bay crest and motto and painted by Robert Amos, is on display in the municipal hall foyer, 2167 Oak Bay Ave. cvanreeuwyk@ oakbaynews.com

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It’s fitting that there should be such a thing as a Jeep Trailblazer. But it’s not the aforementioned vehicle that I’m writing about today, rather the accessory range that adorn so many Jeeps today. The truth is that Jeep trailblazed what is now a booming accessory business for all makes and models of trucks. Smittybilt has been around for years and it has a lot to offer in the way of Jeep add-ons. An XRC front bumper is available to fit Jeeps from 1976-2014, manufactured from 3/16” cold roll steel. The XRC bumper is formed to manouevre your Jeep over obstacles such as those large boulders that seem to jump out at you at every turn. There is a built in winch plate that can accept up to a 10,000lb winch. Painted in a matte black powder coated finish and features a five year warranty. Cost is $515.99.

There is also a matching rear bumper that has a built in tire carrier. This carrier can handle up to a 37” tall tire and is also matte black. It has a class three trailer hitch and d-ring mounts welded inside and out. This costs $337.79. XRC rock sliders are ideal for rock crawling; they protect the side of your Jeep from unwanted body damage and cost $368.59. Armor corner guards provide a larger wheel well opening and feature a fender flare and fuel filler door. SRC tubular doors replace the factory doors and bolt up to the factory door hinges, a very easy install. $368. Roof racks are another popular item for Jeeps especially with the limited space. The SRC rack has removable cross bars for easy soft or hard top removable and is designed to work with Thule or Yakima roof rack accessories. It can hold up to 300 lbs and its

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By Keith Morgan

Driving all 3,945 kilometres of the famous Route 66 from Chicago to Santa Monica has always been on my bucket list. However, I’m hoping that after enduring a week on that often rocky and rough road that it will not be the last of my ever expanding must-dobefore-I-die list! On Saturday, November 1, I head to Chicago for a route briefing and meeting with Gary Fleshman, who has driven the route more than 100 times. I am one of 14 journalists from across Canada participating in the drive staged by Nissan Canada to launch the 2015 versions of the Altima sedan and Rogue sport ute. Interestingly, a few people plan to do only half of

the journey . . . seems to me that’s like climbing half way up Everest! The daily trek will range between 450 and 600 kilometres, getting us to California by the evening of Saturday, November 9. We’ll pass through Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California. Along the way, we will visit many locations and attractions made famous through Hollywood and many a TV documentary, not to mention dozens of life-on-the-road books. Personally, I’m looking forward to spotting the roadside ghost towns that inspired the Cars movies, who said they’re just for kids? And in New Mexico and Arizona my eyes will be scanning for locations featured in the Breaking Bad TV series. We’re camping under the stars in the Grand Canyon. Sheesh! The last time I was under canvas was about 25 years ago when I accompanied my son Niall to his Beaver camp. An overnight stay at the El Travatore Motel, in Bullhead City, AZ, where we

pick a theme room, quickly follows that chill night. Elvis Presley or Marilyn Monroe? Wonder if this drive was on their bucket list. The organizers suggested we swap partners part way across before fights break out. My drive buddy for four days will be Toronto Star scribe Mark Richardson. Second prize was eight days with my fellow Brit. Truth is neither of us will spoil another couple, well at least for four days. I’m currently watching as many episodes of the 1960s’ era Route 66 TV series as I can and digesting every story about music inspired by the highway. Of course, I’m making a compilation tape, I mean picking a playlist for my generic MP3 player. I will be sharing my adventures with Driveway readers during and after the trip. Blogging begins on drivewaybc.ca this coming weekend and a full report will appear in print and online in late November. Off to get my kicks on Route 66. Adios . . . for now. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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It is often lamented that many of the concept cars at the international auto shows never see the light of day as production vehicles. Well, the Cadillac ELR looks every bit like a futuristic concept and it is available today. This car is something to see, especially in person, with sweeping lines and aggressive front lights, like a spaceship. In fact it won the 2013 Eyes on Design Award at the North American International Auto Show, an award judged by all of the heads of design form each automaker in attendance… that’s some judging panel At first glance it has more than a passing resemblance to the Cadillac CTS Coupe but underneath is a very different platform.

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This is essentially the Chevrolet Volt electric car, morphed into a Cadillac,

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release by touching a pad inside the recessed door handle. Not to worry, there is a redundant mechanical mechanism. The 20-inch wheels have specially designed tires for efficiency and handling. The trunk is a

good size for a small sporty coupe, but it is the front where all the jewelry is showcased. The headlamps are stunning to see during the day or at night. The vertical daytime running light are Cadillac’s signature now and they look fantastic. The LED headlamps along with rear LED lights make this a true luxury product.

Inside

The same futuristic and luxury approach continues on the inside. The materials used are spectacular, rich and welcoming. Cadillac combines alcantara (faux suede), chrome, wood, hand cut and sown leather seats and available carbon fibre. This combination of colours and textures, combined with the sweeping shape is first rate. This interior can stand on its own with any other luxury brand. Cadillac uses the same Cue infotainment and communications system throughout its line

of products and it features a rich graphics package with cutting edge connectivity. But this car isn’t without fault. The touch sensitive centre console isn’t for everyone; some might prefer traditional knobs and buttons and the high gloss surfaces can show dirt quickly. Then there is the back seat or lack of. This isn’t a four-seat car but a two-seater with storage for a gym bag. Why this has back seats is a mystery.

Drive

The Chevrolet Volt is the best selling electric car in Canada, not the Tesla or the Nissan LEAF. People have come to realize that the combination of electric range and a gasoline-extending generator is a good compromise; it isn’t all electric or nothing. The ELR, just like the Volt it is based on, is plugged in and charged, usually overnight. It takes

more than 12-hours on a typical 120V plug to get the job done or about five hours on a more powerful 240V system. Once charged, the car runs on electricity for about 65 km before the gasoline extender kicks in to allow the driver to run up to 480km, or longer, if the car is refueled. The 16.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and the electric motor puts out 295 lb.-ft of torque to the front wheels, similar power to the Cadillac 3.6-litre gasoline engine used in other products. One way to extend the electric range is to use regenerative braking to help recharge the battery. The paddle shifters behind the steering wheel do that.

The driver can use these in combination with the regular brake to modulate driving. It takes practice but is kind of fun.

Verdict

Here is the part that is hard to swallow, the price. The ELR starts at $78,250-- lot of money for any car. This is a very limited market, a two-door sporty looking Cadillac that is also electric. If they made this into a sexy 4-door, the ELR would have more takers. As it stands, Telsa seems to have that market cornered for sexy and expensive electric cars. What the Cadillac has over the Tesla is a world-class interior, something Tesla

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES PARTNERS needed! Soon government law will mandate every bar provide a breathalyzer. Learn how to be the first in your area to cash in. Call 1800-287-3157 ext 3 breathalyzerineverybar.com.

CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS www. localwork.com HELP WANTED

Reporter

Peninsula News Review The Peninsula News Review, a twice-weekly publication, has an immediate opening for a full-time reporter. Reporting to the editor, the successful candidate will provide top-quality work on a range of news and feature stories covering a range of beats. A key attribute will be an ability to work well as a self-starting member of the busy newsroom. You have a passion for and are comfortable with, all aspects of multimedia journalism. The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and be willing to learn in a fastpaced environment. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is important, as is the ability to take and carry out instructions in a timely fashion. Basic photography skills are required and successful candidates will have their own camera. Must have a valid driverâ€™s license and working vehicle. Knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop are assets. Black Press community news media is an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in B.C., Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio. Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by Nov. 4, 2014 to: Steven Heywood Editor Peninsula News Review 103-9830 Second St. Sidney, B.C. V8L 3C6 or e-mail: editor@peninsulanewsreview.com Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

PERSONAL SERVICES EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

OFFICE SUPPORT CLERK

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

VICTORIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Requires candidates to fill the following part time positions: Office Manager - Contact John Messelink jmesselink@shaw.ca - 250380-3985 Worship Coordinator - Contact Ken Oldenburger koconsult@shaw.ca 250544-6005 Closing date for applications is November 15, 2014.

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

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HAIR STYLISTS - $1000 Hiring Bonus. Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Must have hairstyling qualifications. $11/hr, benefits, paid overtime, vacation pay, 25% profit sharing, paid birthday, advanced training and advancement opportunities. For an interview call 250-391-7976

HELP WANTED

PRODUCTION WORKERS Canadaâ€™s Largest Independently owned newspaper group is currently looking for Part Time Production Workers for its Victoria location. This is an entry level general labour position that involves physical handling of newspapers and advertising supplements. REQUIREMENTS: â€˘ Prior bindery and/or machine operator experience would be an asset â€˘ Motivated self-starter willing to work in a fast paced environment performing repetitive tasks â€˘ Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for long periods of time â€˘ Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse, team based environment â€˘ Must be reliable, dependable, have excellent communication skills and good attention to detail â€˘ Must have own transportation âœąAfternoon and evening shifts 8-16 hours per week. $11.25 an hour Interested parties may drop off their resumes between 9am and 5pm at:

LADYSMITH PRESS 940 Oyster Bay Drive Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A2 Very busy Okanagan Subaru dealership requires immediately a Service Manager. Must enjoy a fastpaced working environment and have a minimum of fiveyears automotive management experience including, parts, service, and warranty. This is a full-time position which includes competitive wages and full benefit package.Please reply in person, email or fax your resume to:Hilltop Subaru 4407 27th Street,Vernon BC Atten: Dayna Kosmino dckosmino@hilltopsubaru.com Fax: 250-542-1778

VOLUNTEERS THE CANUCKS Autism Network Victoria Branch is currently looking for volunteers in the CRD to assist trained & qualified staff in their delivery of fun athletic activities designed to teach kids with Autism basic movement skills. Call Harold at 1-604-685-4049 X221.

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ€™t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

HOME CARE SUPPORT

THE VICTORIA Therapeutic Riding Association is looking for volunteers to help out in their Used Tack Store. A basic understanding of horseback riding equipment is required. Call Liz at 778-4260506 or volunteer@vtra.ca for more information.

NURSE SEMI-RETIREDhelps seniors: baths/meals/errands/etc. Refs. Call 250-4742635 or merylforce@shaw.ca

THE VICTORIA Youth Clinic is looking for volunteers to assist in their waiting area. Successful applicants will be required to provide a clean criminal records check. Please visit www.victoriayouthclinic.ca and call to arrange an appointment to discuss.

BEEF FARM GATE SALES. 1516 Mt. Douglas Cross Rd. Hours Friday & Saturday 10-4. Naturally raised, hormone free beef. Individual cuts sold, sharp, frozen & double wrapped. (250)477-3321.

VICTORIA WOMENâ€™S Transition House, seeking board members. http://www.transi tionhouse.net/news-events/

PERSONAL SERVICES MIND BODY & SPIRIT KRIPALU MASSAGE, Reiki, Acupressure, Chair Massage. I have relaxed clients that have been with me for 5-12 years. See testimonials on website. Women only. Call 250-514-6223 or visit online at: www.andreakober.com

HOLISTIC HEALTH TragerÂŽ Bodywork allows you to move more freely with less pain and tension. Youâ€™ll feel deeply relaxed & have greater mental clarity. Rae Bilash

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS 250.388.3535

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

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

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FOOD PRODUCTS

FREE ITEMS FREE: 90â€™S Pathfinder ski racks, 2 tubs, 2 white plastic barrels. Call (250)658-8440. FREE- CURVED Walnut foot board and head board plus 2 side boards for a double bed. 2 windows, 68â€?wx60â€?d, 36â€?wx60â€?d. Call (250)6554423. FREE: HAUL away old sundeck, 2x4â€™s, 2x6â€™s, etc. Call Neale (250)478-1538.

FRIENDLY FRANK 6 Bone-handled knives $30. Ashto Drake doll $20. Kyusu teapot $40. (778)265-1615.

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. âœąI will also give you a minimum $1000 cash when you purchase a property with me as your Realtor! www.JimParsons.com Call me now at 250-508-0739. JIM PARSONS Onepercent Realty VI

RENTALS

CHRISTMAS TREE, Beautiful ornaments, colourful star on top, stand $45. (250)477-4426

APARTMENT/CONDO

Storage Chest- lined w/stainless, on wheels, 48x24â€?x40â€?h, $98. Call 250-479-0700.

SIDNEYSTRATA garden suite 45+, 1100sq ft. Renoâ€™d 2bdrm, 2 bath. N/P. Heat, H/W, locker, parking. $1350. Avail now. Call (250)654-0230.

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

GARAGE SALES CEDAR HILL Sat, Nov 1, 10am-2:30pm 15 stall ANNUAL BAZAAR Jewellery, Linens, Books, â€œNice and Newâ€? items, Toys, Christmas store, International treasures, Handbags, Vintage & Collectables, etc. Thrift Shop open (includes white elephant, china, and garage sale). Lunch. ATM on site. St. Aidanâ€™s Church near Richmond at Cedar Hill X Road

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WANTED: BIDS to build double carport. Please call (250)721-2078.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

FALL CLEARANCE SALE50% Off All Plants. October 1 to 30. Brentwood Bay Nurseries, 1395 Benvenuto Ave.

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSET! Call 250.388.3535

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT 405 Cathrine St. Fully renod 1 & 2 br. apts Avail. Immed. MOVE IN BONUS 5 min drive to DT Victoria Full time on site manager

Move in today 250-588-9799

APARTMENTS FURNISHED SIDNEY: BRIGHT Vacation / Executive: bach $1200. 1bdrm $1500./mo. (250)514-7747.

HOMES FOR RENT CEDAR HILL area: fully furn 1 level, short term only, close to all amens, NS/NP, avail Jan. 5 to March 31 (nego), $1000 all incl. Call (250)592-5442.

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MT. DOUGLAS55+ only Bachelor suite, $485mo, lower income seniors. NS/NP. Cable, heat, hot water included. Avail soon. 250-721-1818.

We Buy Cars!

SHARED ACCOMMODATION 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.

$50 to $1000 Scrap Junk Running or Not! Cars Trucks Vans

FREE TOW AWAY

250-686-3933 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

WANTED TO RENT WANTED: LONG term unfurnished accommodation for reliable senior couple, NS/NP. Prefer Oak Bay or surrounding areas. Call (250)889-3771.

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

1996 27.5’ Class C Ultrasport motor home. 107,000 km. New microwave, battery, fantastic fan. Clean, good shape. $15,000. (250)385-4112.

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MARINE MARINE SERVICES WINTER storage available, New lower rates. Westport Marina 250-656-2832

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PAINTING

PRESSURE WASHING

ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi

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

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

Repair - Renovate - Organize Build - Design - Electric

LOCAL HANDYMAN

30+ YEARS in Victoria. Suites, additions, carpentry, paint, tile, & decks. Jack (250)881-3886

SAFEWAY PAINTING

DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.

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

TAX

250-477-4601

CLEANING SERVICES EXP. HOUSECLEANER and home care, 10 yrs exp. $20/hr. Bondable, have own supplies except vacuum.(250)220-4965

DRYWALL BEAT MY Price! Best workmanship. 38 years experience. Call Mike, 250-475-0542.

FENCING

ELECTRICAL (250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic.#3003. 25 yrs exp. Renos, new homes, knob & tube replace. Sr.Disc.No job too small

Small or Large JOBS

250-884-4653

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

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

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

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

30 Yrs. Experience - References

MASONRY & BRICKWORK

GARDENING

HAULING AND SALVAGE

20% OFF! Mow, PowerRake, Rototill, Hedge Trim, Cleanups Soil/Mulch. 250-479-6495.

$20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279.

CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Natural & Veneered Stone. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! “Quality is our Guarantee”. Free Competitive Estimates. (250)294-9942/(250)589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com

STUCCO, RENO’S, chimney repairs, soffit (metal, vinyl, stucco). Call (250)744-8081.

MOVING & STORAGE

UPHOLSTERY

(250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Yard & garden a mess? Tree pruning, hedges. Fall cleanups. Hauling. Roof & gutter cleaning. Comm/Res. 25 yrs.

EAVESTROUGH ABBA EXTERIORS Professional gutter cleaning & repairs. Window cleaning. Roof de-mossing. Pkg discounts. WCB. (778)433-9275.

SENIOR DISCOUNTS

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

250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779.

C.R. LANDSCAPING: lawn & garden, tree pruning/shaping, hedging/brush cutting, fences. Clean-ups. Ins. 250-893-3465.

KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call 250.388.3535

CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164.

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

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

(250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free est.

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

GRAND XTERIOR CleaningGutter, windows, de-moss, p wash. We clean your neighbours house. 250-380-7778.

JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK.

HANDYPERSONS

PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774

BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Painting, Repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071.

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

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TREE SERVICES BUDDY’S TREE SERVICESTrimming, pruning, chipping, removals, hedges. Insured. Call Keith, (250)474-3697.

(250)858-6747. WRIGHT Bros Moving&Hauling.Free estimate $80=(2men&truck) Sr. Disc. AFFORDABLE RATE Moves Insured. 10 years exp. Free local travel. Call (250)818-2699. DONE RIGHT MOVING $80/hr. Senior Discount. No travel time before or after local moves. BBB accredited. Free est. Call Tyler 250-418-1747.

PAINTING A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. FREE PAINT for INTERIOR www.arrowpainting.ca BBB 250-883-5453 VISA/MC

UPHOLSTERER work. Your fabric 250-480-7937.

PLUMBING EXPERIENCED JOURNEYMAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fair rates. Insured. Reliable, friendly. Great references. Call Mike at KNA (250)880-0104. FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.

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

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UPHOLSTER. Furniture repairs and marine. Please call 250-480-9822.

WINDOW CLEANING DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190. GRAND XTERIOR CleaningWe clean your neighbours house. Gutters, window, roofs, de-moss. 250-380-7778.

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TOP TEN | Tips for every homeowner

The Oak Bay News is looking to help tell your stories about buying and selling your home. Homefinder is going local and our staff is collecting story ideas for this page. Whether you are a first-time home buyer or a senior couple looking to downsize, contact us to share your story and it just might help someone else going through one of the biggest events of their lives. You can call editor Laura Lavin at 250-480-3239 or email editor@ oakbaynews.com to share your ideas.

Do you have a house-hunting story you’d like to share with us? Email: editor@ oakbaynews.com To advertise in HomeFinder, contact the Oak Bay News at Email: clare.radford@ oakbaynews.com

Do-it-yourself home maintenance tips Laura Lavin News staff

Every homeowner knows the learning curve is never ending when you own your own home. Along with washing the dishes and sweeping the floor come routine maintenance tasks and minor repairs that occur both seasonally and when you least expect it. Welcome to Part Two of our Top 10 list of around the house chores and trouble shooting ideas that every homeowner should know. Stop a leaky faucet: Nothing is more irritating than the drip, drip, drip of a leaky faucet. Fortunately, it’s an easy fix. First turn the water off underneath the sink, then plug the drain to help keep loose screws and washers from getting away. There are four types of taps, compression (two handles), ball (contains a ball bearing), cartridge and ceramic. To fix a compression faucet, remove each handle, then use a wrench to remove the nut. Underneath is the stem, which sits on top of the O-ring, which is on top of a seat washer. The seat washer is made out of rubber which when worn out, creates a drip. Pull out the stem and replace the washer – making sure you have an exact fit. Then reassemble the tap. Re-caulk a window: This is best done in mild, dry weather. Start on lower windows and you’ll be an expert before you have

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Learning how to perform simple home maintenance and make repairs yourself will save you time and money. to climb a ladder. Prep carefully, removing old caulk, dirt and paint with a razor blade, cleaning the surface with a wire brush and make sure you have the right caulk for the job. Place the tube in the caulk gun and pull the notched rod back and turn it into place. Cut the tip of the tube about a 1/4 inch at an angle. Press the tip firmly against one corner of the window and apply caulk to the next corner in a continuous bead, just thick enough to fill the gap. Continue around all sides of the window, wiping excess caulk away

with a rag immediately. Repair cracks in the driveway: Heat, rain and tree roots can all take a toll on your driveway. To repair cracks in concrete, first power wash with a masonry cleaning solution to remove oil and grime. Mix your concrete to a doughy consistency. Use a sand mix for small cracks and gravel for larger holes and deep cracks. Pour the concrete in the cracks and use a trowel to fill in the holes, to remove excess and leave a flat surface. Allow it to dry overnight. When dry, apply a coat of resurfacing

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle… ReStore

concrete over the entire surface. Care for hardwood floors: Hardwood is beautiful and not difficult to care for. Make sure you clean spills when they happen, leaving water or other liquid will mark your floor. Vacuum with a brush or dust weekly and use mats to protect high traffic areas. Use furniture pads on the feet of all tables and chairs and avoid dragging items across the floor. When cleaning, never use ammonia-based products, bleach, wax, detergent or

Keep stuff out of Landfill by Shopping, Donating, or Volunteering at the ReStore and help us build homes for hardworking local families 849 Orono Ave, Langford Donation Hotline: 250-386-7867 www.habitatvictoria.com

vinegar. Keep your grout clean: Regular cleaning will keep grout looking fresh, but any grout will dull over time. Use a solution of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda mixed into a paste. Use a toothbrush to spread the mixture onto a small area of grout, two feet at the most. Allow it to sit for five to 10 minutes, then use the toothbrush to scrub the area. When you’re all done, remove the paste with a damp cloth and clean your tile as usual. editor@oakbaynews.com

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OPEN HOUSES | OCT. 31 TO NOV. 5, 2014 VICTORIA

957 Maddison Avenue, 474,900 MLS 342738, Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Jerry Mireau, 250-384-8124

210-1715 Richmond Avenue, 339,900

Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Corie Meyer, 250-384-8124

302-420 Linden Ave., 429,900 Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Mike Lock, 250-384-8124

101-505 Cook St, 244,900

MLS 342842, Sunday 2-4 Fair Realty Kevin Ramsay, 250-217-5091

303-1120 Fairfield Rd, 369,900

MLS 341961, Saturday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Robert Young, 250-385-6900

#101-1235 Johnson St., 249,900 MLS 343215, Saturday 2-4 One Percent Realty Valentino Prundaru, 250-686-2242

103-797 Tyee Road, 298,900

MLS 342765, Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Bruce Warburton, 250-384-8124

3144 Balfour Ave, 475,000

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

202-919 Market Street, 208,888

ESQUIMALT

904 Sioux Place, 559,000

MLS 342183 Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Jerry Mireau, 250-384-8124

#47-850 Parklands Dr., 394,900

MLS 343644, Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Deanna Noyce, 250-744-3301

310-848 Esquimalt Rd, 149,900

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

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

405-1028 Balmoral, 224,900

201-1025 Iverness Rd., 199,500

MLS 343528, Sunday 12:30-2 RE/MAX Camosun Kevin Koetke, 250-478-9600

VIEW ROYAL

285 Island Hwy., 479,900

MLS 343660, Sunday 2:30-4 RE/MAX Camosun Kevin Koetke, 250-478-9600

317 Bessborough Cl., 774,900

Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-744-3301

SAANICH EAST

Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Corie Meyer, 250-384-8124

3951 Sherwood Rd., 735,000

MLS 242791, Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Don Beckner, 250-893-7162

SAANICH WEST

211-4529 West Saanich Road, 349,900 Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Corie Meyer, 250-384-8124

86-530 Marsett Place, 549,900

MLS 343616, Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Deedrie Ballard, 250-744-3301

503-4515 Pipeline Rd., 474,900 MLS 342782, Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Bruce Warburton, 250-384-8124

890 Pepin Crescent, 575,000

MLS 343036 Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Lynne Campbell, 250-744-3301

SAANICH PENINSULA

344 Wallace Drive, 819,900

MLS 339882, Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-812-0323

203-2779 Stautw Road, 139,900 Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty, Shelly Reed 250-213-7444

5-7768 East Saanich Rd, 365,000 MLS 343044, Sunday 2-4 Fair Realty Kevin Ramsay, 250-217-5091

Picture Perfect

Carefree living at its finest. Beautiful, freshly decorated, 1 level spacious 2 bed 2 bath townhouse in Broadmead’s desirable Foxborough Hills. It’s 1,572 sq ft with many quality features & lovely views over Rithet’s Bog Park. Amazing separate clubhouse with pool, exercise room, tennis court & guest suite. No outdoor maintenance. $539,000

OLDPoint Get to the (10 SMile)

Superb Opportunity in such a prestigious location! Nestled in a quiet, private corner of Ten Mile Point, your modern 6 bedroom 5 bathroom BC home sits in a forested .80 acre property custom designed to suit the landscape heightening the home’s privacy, beauty, light and grace. Close to restorative Ocean vistas and park trails, yet just minutes from UVIC and Cadboro Bay Village. Come and see this perfect balance of family lifestyle in natural BC. $1,179,000

1491 Honeysuckle Pl., 735,000

MLS 342669, Saturday 2:30-4 RE/MAX Camosun Kevin Koetke, 250-478-9600

6-2115 Amelia Avenue MLS 342112 Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Alliance Claude Delmaire, 250-686-4145

1952 Barrett Drive, 869,900 MLS 341785 Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-744-3301 11316 Ravenscroft Pl., 87,900 Saturday 1-2 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911 2-2321 Island View Rd., 399,900 MLS 339926, Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

8770 Pender Park Dr., 888,000 MLS 341821, Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-688-0608

19-10520 McDonald Park Rd., 499,000

Saturday 2-3 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911

214-9560 Fifth Street, 228,000

MLS 343511, Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-812-0323

1760 Colburne Pl, 565,000

MLS 343759, Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Lisa Dighton, 250-655-0608

39-10520 McDonald Park Rd., 519,900

Saturday 3-4, Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911

303-9870 Second St., 499,000

Saturday 3-4 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911

8846 Carmanah Terr., 848,800 Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Deidra Junghans, 250-474-6003

Good Morning Starshine

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Peaceful waterfront living is incorporated into this exquisite residence with several private outdoor living areas. The floor plan features four bedrooms plus a top of the line kitchen. Find a Romantic fireplace, and elegant finishing, views & sunrises. Enjoy luxuriating in the Spa soaker tub-shower ensuite, or gazing over the quartzite counters of your designer kitchen to the magic Blue! This is the stuff that Lakefront Boating dreams are made of. Welcome home! $1,398,000

Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Shirley Zailo, 250-812-0309

2783 Penelope Place, 469,900

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

2655 Sooke Rd., from 199,900 Saturday & Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun John Percy, 250-508-1551

#203-590 Bezanton Way Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Greg Long, 250-384-8124

128-710 Massie Drive, 299,800

MLS 341700, Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Dale Sheppard, 250-478-9600

882 Hockley Ave., 369,000

MLS 341939, Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty, Rick Hoogendoorn, 250-592-4422

2165 Stone Gate, 679,900

MLS 341961, Sunday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Robert Young, 250-385-6900

837 Ankathem Place

1047 Braeburn Avenue, 424,900

Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Shirley Zailo, 250-812-0309

MLS 343643, Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

3002 Alouette Drive, 559,900

5-614 Granrose Terrace, 589,900 Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Greg Long, 250-384-8124

3138 Kettle Creek Cres., 429,900

MLS 342796, Sunday 2-4 One Percent Realty Jim Parsons, 250-508-0739

Capture the feelings of childhood summers again, and move to this quarter acre sunny home in Deep Cove, across from the quaint Marina. The lovely home is nestled in very private gardens with views of the ocean and Mt.Tuam. Gorgeous new kitchen, windows, hardwood floors, and baths! A home for all... Water you waiting for? $629,000

2008 Hawkins Place

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Sunday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

HIGHLANDS

2004 Hawkins Place, 514,900

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3607 Ocean View Cres, 575,000

Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Rick Hoogendoorn, 250-592-4422

Saturday 2-4,Pemberton Holmes Jacqueline Baker, 250-384-8124

State of the Art

Custom-built Whistler-inspired, 1 Acre Haven. Highly evolved design is evident by controlled skylights, pre-set temperature Schluter shower system and AH!, a deep Japanese soaker tub. The Master Suite awes with its Vaulted ceiling, and rain-sensor Skylight. The “piece de resistance” handsome fir doors open 180° to a gorgeous covered deck for dining al fresco, w/ Sunset Malahat Views! $660,000

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Chic and Sleek is what this LAKEFRONT Beauty is made of! IMAGINE 3482 sqft of the best of Design concepts and materials sourced world-wide for your waterfront LIFESTYLE experience. All has been thought of, from the Feng Shui wise orientation to the MODERN angles and huge windows. Built in 2010, this is worry-free living with the highest and best use of your time being RELAXATION! Your Get-away in the City is est. 15 min from great Shopping, Schools, and Restaurants, but why leave? It’s all so PERFECTLY here. $1,288,800

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Georgia On My Mind

Georgia On My Family’s Mind (and it will be!). Your search is over for a Luxuriously appointed, private 3 level Executive home with OCEAN VIEWS! The Lifestyle includes 6 bedrms, 2 ensuite plus 2 other full Brigadoon, there my Forever Lies. baths, perfect for older children withHeart an awesome REC room and One of the loveliest beach fronts on the Gorge waterway! This 4-level extraoceanfront Den! The formal areas cherryfloors, woodan floors. home home living features oakfeature hardwood openFrom concept Great room, Chef’ and 2s bed extrafind accommodation. glassed-in the newer Kitchen Sizzling Views,Aand a sunny Conservatory large BBQ covers a relaxing hot tub. Walk across 1/3 Acre of English country deck. Practical Garages a HUGE NEW PRICE gardens, down towith the TWO water’s edge; and launch yourWorkshop! canoe from your 130 ft of$769,000 waterfront. This private Paradise is a mere 15 mins. to Victoria city centre. $750,000

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The Secret Garden Awaits Discovery at this Charming Old English Stunning exquisitely presented rare Oak Bay boutique property with style home with extensive modern upgrades throughout. You residential and commercial zoning. Currently configured as 2 suites will feel serenity in this location, surrounded by a 14 acre private and 2 commercial areas. A second floor addition is possible subject to Maximum with Design park. The openMoney, layout allowsMoney, for a sense ofMoney! abundance, and would Oak Bay municipalityViews approval. This mixedPrecision use immaculate building FANTASTIC opportunity. Located in desirable Oak Bay border area. Luxury home w/ breathtaking ocean & mountain views. Precision built be a great place to host parties or grow your family given the 4 includes: 1101 sq ft of commercial space. One 2 bedroom 892 sq ft.formal Live in one, and rent the other! The main level retains the 1912 charm, featuring a cathedral entrance, smartly designed kitchen, bedrooms plus a study. immaculate modern suite and 746 sqrm. ft studio suite, external entrances. while the upper level isAnrecently updated. 7 ftkitchen height overlooks bonus inlaw residential sitting/reception rmone & family both w. gas with fp, and a gracious dining accommodation lower family area. room Mainwhich floorflows presently rm.total Sumptuous master w. generous a stunning gardeninandtheadjacent throughused The is 2739 sq ft. Thebed garage is 154 sqwalk-in ft. Highcloset/dressing visibility cornerrm. of St& commercially, current revenue approximately $4643 per month (buyer ensuite. Lower level offers self-contained suite & wine celler. to a private patio. $799,000 Patrick St and Central Avenue. A rare supreme “live work” opportunity $959,000 to verify). Be quick on this one! (Floor Plans Avail) $899,000 in the most desirable community. $1,150,000 O

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The lifestyle you want. Delivered. With over 400 homes sold, Westhills in Langford is one of Greater Victoria’s most successful communities. And now, we’re introducing our newest neighbourhood, Paradise Falls. Choose from one of our Single Family Homes, Townhomes or one of our Westhills smallFootprint Homes™, just minutes from downtown. The home of your dreams can be found near countless amenities including theatres, a bowling alley, recreation centre, shopping, dining, Westhills Arena & Stadium, and both Langford and Glen Lakes. It doesn’t get much better than this. T R A NS -C

Townhomes

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Westhills smallFootprint HomesTM

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VISIT OUR SALES CENTRE | DAILY FROM 12PM TO 4PM | 250-474-5899 FOLLOW THE LANGFORD PARKWAY INTO WESTHILLS, THEN FOLLOW THE OPEN HOUSE SIGNS TO THE WESTSHORE PARKWAY AND PARADISE FALLS. JOB: WLC-16202 PARADISE FALLS - LIFESTYLE AD CLIENT: WESTHILLS PUBLICATION: BLACK PRESS HOMEFINDER (IN VICTORIA, SAANICH, PENINSULA, GOLDSTREAM, OAK BAY) INSERTION DATE: OCTOBER 31 TRIM: 10.313" X 7" PREPARED BY: ECLIPSE CREATIVE INC. @ 250-382-1103

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*BC Pumpkins, Thrifty Kitchens Pumpkin, Spice & Everything Nice Soup 700ml, & Fresh Whole Pumpkin Pie Baked in-store 900g

October 15th to 31st , 2014 or while quantities last.

Classico

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