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BIA launches Christmas events tonight Steven Heywood News staff

Sidney merchants are busy decking their halls this week, preparing for the start of the Christmas shopping season.

Tonight (Fri., Nov. 21) the Sidney Downtown Business Area Society (SBIAS) launches Christmas in Sidney, a campaign to make the streets cheery and bright throughout the Steven Heywood/News staff season.

Lilaberry owner Chris Stephen puts the star on SBIAS executive the tree in her shop window. Beacon Avenue director Donna Petrie merchants are vying for the best window decor. says everything starts with the kickoff to Christmas — horse-drawn carriage rides, carolers strolling the streets, festivities and local shops staying open late. They will continue to have extended hours every Thursday night between Nov. 27 and Dec. 18.

It all starts tonight at 5 p.m. and special activities continue until 8 p.m.

“We have activities for people to enjoy as they get into the feeling of Christmas,” Petrie said.

Merchants themselves are getting into the act, she continued. There’s a window decorating contest on and people will be able to pick up ballots to pick their favourites — and enter to win a Christmas list, valued at $250 from those local stores.

On Nov. 27, the BIA opens its Christmas Grotto near Alexander’s Coffee on Beacon Avenue. People can have their gifts wrapped for free and get their pictures taken with Santa (OK, this one might be for the kids).

For more details on the BIA’s kickoff to Christmas, visit distinctlysidney.ca.

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Tip of the Peninsula Police raid nets 200 pot plants

NORTH SAANICH — RCMP uncovered around 200 pot plants, 12 pounds of harvested marijuana and four pounds of byproduct after executing a search warrant on Nov. 10.

Police entered a building in the industrial area along McDonald Park Road following an investigation. Cpl. Erin Fraser of the Sidney North Saanich RCMP reports two men and one woman were arrested and are facing charges of production of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking.

The suspects have been released from custody and are scheduled for their next court appearance in February, 2015.

— Sidney North Saanich RCMP

May can really deliver

OTTAWA – Green Party Leader and Saanich-Gulf Islands MP Elizabeth May has picked up another honour in the Macleans Magazine Parliamentarian of the Year Awards for 2014.

This year, May was named Best Orator for her ability to deliver a speech.

Elizabeth May In past years, May has won the main honour (2012) and was named Hardest Working MP in 2013.

— Submitted by the Green Party of Canada

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CENTRAL SAANICH – Students from Stelly’s Secondary in Central Saanich are collecting bottles, starting on Saturday Nov. 22 at the school, 1625 Stelly’s X Rd. They will be collecting every fourth Saturday of the month until May, 2015. Proceeds go to the graduating class’ dry grad events. Call 250-544-4974 for pickup. — Submitted by Stelly’s Secondary

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The poetry of North Saanich writer Patrick Lane earns him Order of Canada Tim Collins News Contributor

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is writing isn’t always easy. It can seamlessly turn from despair to rejoicing and it can exhibit both a tenderness that touches the heart and a brutality that chills the soul.

Yet somehow, Canadian author and poet Patrick Lane has managed to balance the darker aspects of existence with astonishing glimpses of unsurpassed beauty and visions of peace.

Lane’s work has, quite rightly, earned him almost every literary award in Canada, including the Governor General’s Award, the Canadian Author’s Association Award, and the Dorothy Livesay Prize. His memoir, There is a Season, was a national bestseller and won the B.C. Award for Canadian Non-Fiction and his novel, Red Dog, Red Dog, was also a national bestseller and was shortlisted for the Rogers Writers’ Trust Fiction Prize and the Ethel Wilson Fiction Prize.

Now, it seems, Lane’s work has earned him yet another honour; he’ll be able to affix O.C. to his name, the designation of an Officer of the Order of Canada. He’ll be travelling to Ottawa on to receive that honour on Friday, November 21.

For more than 50 years Lane’s work has captured the imagination of readers around the world, but according to Lane, he has always written about his world and what he knows.

“You write about you own world experience,” said Lane.

“When you create a character, a situation, you imbue the writing with the world you’ve lived in ... the world you understand.”

That approach has allowed Lane to produce 27 volumes of poetry as well as award winning works of fiction (a novel, a children’s book, a book of short stories and a memoir) and his work has been published in England, France, the Czech Republic, Italy, China, Japan, Chile, Colombia, Yugoslavia, the Netherlands and Russia This fall Lane published Washita (Harbour Publishing),

Book photo by Steven Heywood/News staff

Patrick Lane’s (inset) latest work, Washita, came out this fall and reflects the North Saanich’s writer’s life experiences. the first collection of his new jobs, as a young man he was a work to appear in seven years. medic at a lumber mill.

“You saw some profoundly Washita is an examination of some of the most meaning- disturbing things ... you’d see ful and inexpressible experi- a man with a hand cut off, or ences of our lives. It displays a the abusive treatment of a reverence for the world, both man toward his wife ... a wife natural and man-made that that no one knew he even only Lane could have accom- had.”

Lane explained the world of plished. The poems examine the human condition, includ- his youth was very different than today in ing the loss of other ways. loved ones, the “I began “Residential breakdown of our schools were bodies, and our writing with a normal back acquisition of hard- sense of moral then. A man won wisdom. It is could send honest and reflec- outrage toward tive in tone and is some of the things I his wife to an insane asylum distinguished by just with his Lane’s trademark witnessed.” signature and powerful imagery – Patrick Lane that of a doctor. and unflinching That’s the kind language.

But, given Lane’s life experi- of strong stuff I saw.”

Lane was born in 1939 in Nelences, it’s almost natural that his work would be character- son, B.C. and spent his formative youth in the B.C. interior. ized by that stark realism.

“I began writing with a sense He briefly came to Vancouver of moral outrage toward some in 1965 but soon left to drift of the things I witnessed,” said throughout North and South America where he worked a Lane.

Amongst a plethora of other variety of jobs, from labourer

to industrial accountant.

“The other day, I added up the number of places I’ve paid rent, places I’ve lived,” said Lane. “It came to 83 places I’ve lived in North America. I guess if you added in South America it would be a lot more.”

After two failed marriages, Lane married the poet Lorna Crozier 36 years ago. According to Lane, his wife’s energy and passion for writing continually offers an energy to the household that is invaluable to the creative process.

“My wife is quite amazing,” said Lane. “She won her Order of Canada two years ago, so I guess we’re sort of unique in that, too; a married couple both getting that award for our writing.”

Aside from the writing, Lane and his wife share a passion for teaching.

“She teaches at UVic” said Lane. “She gets to teach because she has a Master’s Degree.”

For his part, Lane never progressed beyond high school where he joked that he was given a certificate, “largely to get me out of the school, I think.”

“But I’ve taught some seminars at UVic and these days I teach at a lot of private retreats. It matters to me to pass along the knowledge. I take a lot of pride in the people who I’ve taught who have gone on to be published and make a success of writing.”

Some of those people, said Lane, were given exposure through two collections of work that he and his wife published.

“They were called Breathing Fire and Breathing Fire II and it’s kind of amazing. It featured the poetic work of new writers and dozens and dozens of them have gone on to great success. I take a lot of pride in that.”

For Lane, the use of poetry to express his story has always been a natural choice.

“I love its brevity, its intensity. the clarity that the form demands,” he said.

In Lane’s case, that clarity stems from observation.

“Too often, people don’t see things because they are too busy not seeing them.

Because if you actually notice things ... you have to do something about them.”

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Too much information?

North Saanich resident fights back with a warning to others Steven Heywood News staff

If what someone tells you seems too good to be true, then it probably is. And if someone calls you, or emails you and asks for personal or financial information — even if that person seems to represent legitimate business or government agency — just don’t give it to them.

Chances are, it is a scam.

That’s the warning North Saanich resident Fritz Boehm wants people to receive after he and his wife were called this month by someone purporting to be from Revenue Canada.

“It was very well done and it is a dangerous thing,” Boehm said of the call. “I think a lot of people could lose their identity.”

The caller had identified themselves as being from Revenue Canada, asking the Boehms to call back. When they did, the person on the other end of the phone had their social insurance number and other per-

by email,” she said.

The only time that is okay, Fraser continued, is if you call your sonal information. The conver- financial institution or other agency yourself. sation soon turned to finances.

“If you are called and asked That’s when they cut the call short and placed a call to their (for personal or financial information), don’t do it.” own accountant.

She added it’s diffi“They confirmed it cult for police to inveswas a scam,” Boehm tigate such scams, as said. the dollar amount is He said they called relatively small and the RCMP and then the many of the scams News Review, wanting originate in other to warn others. countries.

“There are so many Fraudulent activity older people here,” he such as the grandson said. “If they get that scam — where somephone call, they might one calls an elderly end up giving out their personal information.” Cpl. Erin Fraser person, claiming to be a relative in trouble Corporal Erin Fraser and asking for money of the Sidney North Saanich RCMP says scammers — is still quite common around are getting more and more the Saanich Peninsula. Fraser sophisticated in their schemes urges people, if they receive and many are masquerading as such calls or emails they suspect legitimate businesses, charities are scams, to call the police.

Information about scams and and government agencies.

Combating them, she said, how to recognize them can be comes down to a simple rule of found at the Canadian Antithumb — “don’t give away your Fraud Centre at www.antifraudinformation over the phone or centre.ca.

“With Thanks and Appreciation to the Voters of North Saanich.

I look forward to serving you.”

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That’s why the B.C. government waited until the first elections for four-year municipal terms were held to examine how campaign spending should be regulated, says Coralee Oakes, B.C.’s minister for community, sport and cultural development. She promised there will be new rules on spending and donations from property developers, unions and other donors to municipal council and school board candidates by

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the next province-wide municipal vote in 2018.

A legislature committee started working on it in October, with recommendations due by Nov. 27.

“What we found is that for a lot of the organizations, if you’re not in election mode, they are not formed,” Oakes said. “So we knew that if we were to do stakeholder engagement, we need to do it when the elections were happening.”

Some urban municipalities see substantial campaign donations from special interests, with only the requirement of disclosure long after votes are counted.

In Vancouver, where developers and civic worker unions spend heavily, Mayor Gregor Robinson’s Vision Van-

couver party and challenger Kirk Lapointe’s Non-Partisan Association were pushed to voluntarily disclose their major donors before Saturday’s vote.

Imposing campaign reform on local governments is an awkward task for the ruling B.C. Liberals, who have refused to give up their multi-milliondollar advantage in corporate donations over the NDP and other challengers.

NDP leader John Horgan said Monday the opposition will soon table its annual private member’s bill calling for the elimination of corporate and union donations from provincial campaigns, as has been done in other provinces and at the federal level.

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Amalgamation study could take years Saanich Peninsula mayors say they’re happy to wait for the provincial study on amalgamation Steven Heywood

gamation through the Peninsula’s tri-municipal meeting process.

Price said it an issue that can be talked about, but only so far.

“The study by the province needs to be in-depth and its terms of reference for al 13 municipalities alone could take years to complete.”

Vickers said he’s had communications with the ministry but it’s imperative now to keep

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A majority of voters in the Nov. 15 municipal election on the Saanich Peninsula said they want to see what amalgamation could look like.

They were among the majority of Greater Victoria voters who said yes to a variety of ballot questions on the issue in their respective communities.

In Sidney, North Saanich and Central Saanich, the focus of the non-binding referendum question was getting the province to fund a study into what a joining of the three municipalities might look like.

None of the new mayors elected said they were surprised by the result — not even in North Saanich, where the council had been reluctant to add the question to the ballot in the first place.

“People do want more information,” says Mayor Alice Finall.

She said the original question posed

by Amalgamation Yes — the Victoria lobby group pushing for the amalgamation of all 13 area municipalities — was too vague.

“Their goal was amalgamation itself,” said Finall, “but no one knows what the will look like and what the costs will be.”

North Saanich enjoys some of the lowest residential taxes in Greater Victoria and Finall said people fear that could change under amalgamation.

“The issue took a big step forward with 75 per cent of voters in the region supporting the non-binding question (if it was on) Saturday’s municipal election ballot,” said John Vickers of Amalgamation Yes. “Now it’s up to the province, the only way it’s going to fly is if we really do see leadership

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Voters on the Saanich Peninsula indicated in the Nov. 15 civic election they want more information on what amalgamation would look like if Sidney, North Saanich and Central Saanich joined forces.

Yes for the A word Municipality, total population, voter result n Central Saanich, 15,936, Yes (71 per cent) n Colwood: 16,579, No question but will join study post-election. n Esquimalt, 16,209 Yes (67 per cent)* n Highlands, 2,257, No question. n Langford, 29,228, Yes (50 per cent) n Metchosin, 5,312, No question. n North Saanich, 11,021, Yes (63 per cent) n Oak Bay, 18,015, No (62 per cent) n Saanich, 109,752, Yes (89 per cent) n Sidney, 11,538, Yes (68 per cent) n Sooke, 11,435, No question. n Victoria, 80, 017, Yes (80 per cent) n View Royal, 10,858, No question. *Esquimalt had two questions, included is the amalgamation - Based on an Amalgamation Yes report

from them. We want to see an end run here.”

B.C. Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development, Coralee Oakes, stated Monday the province will review the results of the referendum in greater detail.

“I remain committed to provide the support and resources required by the newly-elected local governments, once they have had an opportunity to discuss and review the results in greater detail,” she said.

What that means for the Peninsula is unknown, said Sid-

ney mayor-elect Steve Price.

“It’s in the province’s hands now,” he said.

“They’re the ones going to do the study and it’ll be totally out of our hands.”

Price, and his Peninsula mayoral counterparts, agree it will probably take the entire four-year term of the new councils in the region before any move is made — if it happens at all.

Central Saanich mayor-elect Ryan Windsor said the Nov. 15 result was not a vote for amalgamation, but for what it will look like

here.

“It’s quite clear what people are asking for,” Windsor said. “It’s a process to investigate and it could take four years.”

He added he doesn’t want Saanich Peninsula municipalities to sit on the sidelines as the province investigates the feasibility of amalgamation.

Windsor suggested Central Saanich, North Saanich and Sidney use their tri-municipal connection to meet and discuss next steps and what services the Peninsula already shares.

“It’s unclear what the

province is saying right now,” he continued, “so if we start to prepare now we can keep the public aware of what’s going on.”

Finall said with all that the Peninsula municipalities share now — water and sewer, police, recreation and more — it’s hard to see where they can improve as the issue of amalgamation is studied further.

Price added he and others want to see what amalgamation might look like.

“At this stage, people have been asked the (ballot) question, the study is to be prepared and that’s up to the province.

“Hopefully, it’ll come back to the communities to explain any options.”

Price said amalgamation cannot be imposed by the province — and if it goes that far, it would have to be done through a binding referendum in another election cycle, giving the people the final say.

Price and Finall weren’t in favour of Windsor’s idea about a committee on amal-

moving that forward.

“What we’d like to see is a commission with experts and insight into the various issues, to study and come up with two or three different models, which will hopefully lead to a provincially run referendum in 2018 or a binding municipal referendum.”

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Sidney Spit closed to allow fallow deer hunt Tim Collins

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Call for nominations 2015 Vancity Board of Directors’ Election

The Nominations and Election Committee is seeking Vancity members to fill three director positions in the 2015 election. Each position is for a three-year term, commencing after the Annual General Meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2015.

Prospective candidates are strongly advised to attend an information session which will be held at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at Vancity Centre, 183 Terminal Avenue, Vancouver. Please contact the Governance Department by no later than 12 noon, Tuesday, December 2, 2014 to register for this session.

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If you’ve travelled to Sidney Spit on Sidney Island lately, you’ve likely noticed that parts of the National Park Reserve Lands are closed to the public.

That’s because the general public’s use of the park south of the day-use area has been restricted to allow fallow deer hunting by members of the Coast Salish First Nations.

The closure has been an annual event since 2005 and runs from November 1 to the end of February.

According to Nathan Cardinal, the Resource Conservation Manager for the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, the program is part of a widespread practice within the national parks system.

“It happens right across the system,” said Cardinal. “We have hunting at Wood Buffalo Park, for example, and a series of other parks within our system ... and the reasons are consistently a combination of respect for traditional hunting rights of the First Nations cultures and the benefit to the ecological health of the parks.”

In the case of Sidney Island, the ecological damage caused by the deer had been extensive.

According to Peter Pearse, the author of A Natural Selection, a book outlining the challenges faced by the private land owners on Sidney Island, the deer have done tremendous damage on the tiny island.

“At one time, there were over 3,000 deer estimated to live on Sidney Island,” he said. “There

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Fallow deer on Sidney Island. The park there is closed to allow local First Nations to hunt to reduce their numbers.

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Fallow deer, with their impressive antlers and distinctive spotted fur, are not the only imports that have been brought to Sidney Island. In his book, A Natural Selection, author Peter Pearse writes that early (non-First Nations) residents of the Island also introduced black tail deer and worked with wildlife officials to transplant orphaned fawns whose mothers had been killed in road accidents. Surplus deer from Beacon Hill Park were also captured and brought to Sidney Island.

Other species, including angora goats, wild turkeys, pheasants, peacocks, rabbits and sheep were also introduced to the Island along with a plethora of non-native plants. Fortunately, none of those species have become quite as invasive as the fallow deer.

were far too many and they were quite sickly. They also were the cause of a primary disruption to the forest.”

That number has been reduced to about half but the non-indigenous deer population continues to be a threat to the native plants and animals of the island.

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According to Cardinal, research has shown that deer density below .08 deer per hectare is required to result in positive effects on vegetation, species diversity and songbird populations.

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BeefsAndBouquets Thank you Sidney. I am honoured and humbled to be a part of the new council team working for you, working for our Sidney. Thank you.

Barbara Fallot I would like offer sincere bouquets to the members of staff (our Town ambassadors and unsung heroes) in our public works and parks department. These dedicated and hard working staff support our town day and night and without doubt have a significant impact on the quality of life we all enjoy as residents of Sidney, and, who are instrumental in assisting council to achieve the vision of Sidney being the best seaside town in Canada. These men and women continue to go that extra mile. Many of them giving extra unpaid hours to our community. I am so proud to have known you all.

On behalf of the residents of Sidney, thank you.

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Our wonderful community came out in support of the Mary Winspear Centre and enjoyed an evening of celebrating visual arts and performing arts.

Six-year-old Helena Yates and fourteenyear-old Lauren Fanelli, under the coordination of their singing teacher Lexa Yates, filled the Bodine Hall with beautiful music as guests enjoyed a fantastic dinner catered by Island Culinary Services .

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And while no one will dispute the traditional hunting rights of the First Nations people, the deer that are being hunted on Sidney Island are not the traditional game of the Coast Salish First Nations.

In his book Pearse explained that the deer didn’t arrive in the region until 112 years ago.

“In 1902, the hunting club that occupied James Island imported European fallow deer from the Duke of Devonshire’s Chatsworth Estate in Derbyshire, England,” he said.

Those resourceful deer would occasionally swim over to Sidney Island but didn’t stay due to a lack of fresh water. It wasn’t until some keen hunters dug wells in the 1960s and 1970s that the deer population stayed and exploded.

Still, it’s only fitting that First Nations people are given the hunt-

Sidney Spit park will reopen to visitor traffic again in March. ing opportunity and the chance to repair the ecology of the region, according to Cardinal.

“We’ve had requests from other hunters,” said Cardinal, “but we follow Parks Canada regulations on this matter and First Nations people have been living off the land for

thousands of years.

They respect the land and have a right to this opportunity.”

Cardinal estimates that there will be between 50 and 100 ‘hunting incidents’ during the park’s closure and said that special steps have been taken to ensure the safety of

those people who continue to use the day-use area of the park, which remains open.

“We have law enforcement and park wardens on site to inform the public and ensure that the hunt is done safely,” said Cardinal. “We also have a great relationship with

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the First Nations hunters and they usually tell us when they will be in the area so that we can take steps to inform the general public for safety reasons.”

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Staff commitment helps earn resort a top rating Brentwood Bay Resort and Spa recognized by Condé Nast

Friday, November 21 from 5 to 8 pm it’s Sidney’s Kick Off to Christmas Drop by my community office at 2393 Beacon Ave. 5–7pm, for snacks, refreshments and goodies from your Legislative Assembly! Info: 250-655-5711 Food bank donations gratefully accepted.

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The ocean views have been described as ‘mesmerizing’, and the 33 perfectly appointed ocean view suites come complete with fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs and ocean front patios. So it’s not surprising that Brentwood Bay Resort and Spa has been recognized by Conde’ Nast Traveller as one of Canada’s top ten resorts.

Condé Nast is a premier media company renowned for producing the highest quality content for the world’s most influential audiences. The company’s publications, which are read by over 3.5 million people, received nearly 77,000 votes for what their readers considered the best resorts across the country. When the results were in, Brentwood Bay’s understated elegance and exemplary service earned them the well-deserved ‘top ten’ accolade.

“What’s so exciting about receiving the Readers’ Choice Awards is that we don’t nominate ourselves,” said Natasha Richardson, Brentwood Bay’s General Manager. “It was our guests that nominated us.”

The award is even more meaningful, given the resort’s independent status. “Brentwood Bay Resort and Spa is an inde-

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Brentwood Bay Resort and Spa Hospitality Director Daniel Jordi and General Manager Natasha Richardson. The resort was named one of the top 10 of Canada’s best. pendently run property,” said Richardson. “That means that we have no manufactured brand name recognition or corporate public relations firms behind us…so we can honestly say this award comes from our guests.”

It’s not the first time that the resort has been awarded for its excellence. In 2013 it earned the AAA Four Diamond Award and was named as one of the “top ten romantic hotels.” In 2012 the Resort earned two Trip Advisor Choice Awards.

Richardson credits her staff with much of the resort’s success.

“We can honestly say this award stems, not just from our stunning location, and our gorgeous property,” said Richardson, “a lot of it is our phenom-

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“Nothing is more important than the way you treat your guests,” said Richardson, “and that means that nothing is more important than having supported, trained and happy staff.

We have a remarkable team here at the resort. And we’re dedicated to support that staff and help them to constantly learn and improve.”

Based upon the majority of reviews posted on Trip Advisor Canada (tripadvisor.ca) Richardson’s assessment of her staff seems right on the mark. One reviewer Colorado wrote “From the moment you walk in to the day you leave this place treats you with great care.”

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either rain, nor sleet, nor dark of night can keep a mail carrier from completing their rounds, to paraphrase the age-old motto of the U.S. Postal Service. But dwindling revenues and a government looking for areas to cut could see door-to-door delivery go the way of the stage coach that used to transport the mail.

Local politicians, however, aren’t quite so keen on the changes for Canada Switch away from planned Post, with door-to-door delivery expected to home delivery be phased out over the needs to avoid next five years. undue disruption Addresses in Victoria, Langford, Colwood, Esquimalt, View Royal and Songhees, North Saanich and Sidney are to be converted by next fall.

Those proposed changes have prompted Oak Bay Mayor Nils Jensen and Victoria MP Murray Rankin to speak out against the elimination of home delivery and ask questions in regards to the holes that litter the Canada Post plan.

Rankin was stunned to see Canada Post move ahead before answering questions about cost, safety and accessibility.

With mail volumes continuing their steady decline, it’s easy to see the lure of community mailboxes. The community mailboxes certainly make sense for highrise developments and tightly packed homes in a city core, and would significantly reduce costs for the financially stretched Crown corporation in sparsely populated rural areas.

But Canada Post must consult with communities to avoid massive disruption being caused by the implementation of community delivery, and Ottawa certainly can’t expect to offset costs onto municipalities for a program aimed to boost federal coffers.

The advent of electronic communication has greatly diminished Canadians’ reliance on mail delivery. But that doesn’t mean changes to the mail system should leave Canadians out in the cold.

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YOUR VIEW

Working together for a better Sidney Congratulations to Sidney’s new mayor and council.

While mayor-elect Steve Price notes in his post-election comment in the PNR that “Mayor-wise, the people were happy with the stability of council,” the electoral outcome tells a different story.

Two-thirds of Sidney voters chose another mayoralty candidate. This is hardly a ringing endorsement of the previous mayor or council.

The arrival of new councillors is, therefore, very welcome. They will bring fresh ideas and perspectives as Sidney grapples with a number of challenges over the next four years.

Sidney residents want a municipal government that is fiscally responsible, accountable to its citizens, open and transparent.

Meeting these objectives will require enhanced partnerships between council and a broad range of citizens, interest groups and the business community.

Most importantly, our elected officials will need to engage and listen to all citizens in a meaningful way throughout their term in office, not simply when they are seeking election.

Working together, we can make Sidney an even better place to live and raise our families.

Denny Gelinas Sidney

Looking for a fresh persepctive The voting is over and the people have spoken in Sidney.

With a voter turnout far above previous elections they have spoken quite loudly. After a vigorous campaign with four candidates

for mayor and a lengthy slate for council the people were looking for change and to a great extent they got it.

Hopefully the four new councillors will add a fresh perspective. I am sure that they will remember the commitments they made on the campaign trail and not succumb to “This is the way we do it.”

It’s great to see younger representatives and if the newcomers need to learn the ropes quickly they have (Tim) Chad and (peter) Wainwright to guide them. I wish the new mayor well.

Hopefully Steve Price’s quote in the PNR that, “The residents of Sidney believe in what the past council has done,” doesn’t really reflect his thinking after he has seen the composition of council.

After all, he has only one vote in seven.

David Calveley Sidney

Native plant event at Roberts Bay coming soon Many thanks to everyone who turned out to celebrate All Buffleheads Day on a rainy October 15 morning, at the Shoal Harbour Migratory Bird Sanctuary on Roberts Bay. Over 50 people turned out to watch for the punctual ducks, who did not show on Oct. 15 but arrived the next day!

Friends of Shoal Harbour (FOSH) set up displays and addressed the crowd about the value and biodiversity of shoreline ecosystems, members of Habitat Acquisition Trust gave out free native plant seeds and spoke about the importance of native plants and speakers

representing MLA Gary Holman, MP Elizabeth May and other interest groups brought greetings.

FOSH thanks you all — stay tuned for a native plant event coming to Roberts Bay soon.

Sue Staniforth Sidney

Blessed in B.C. We are indeed blessed with beautiful weather and scenery.

These factors are B.C.’s strengths, and offer our communities more jobs, economic diversification, and pay more bills than extractive resources.

B.C. Stats identifies resource industries (Forestry, Fishing, Mining, Oil and Gas) provided 3.6% of province-wide employment in 1987, and 2.2% in 2013. Comparatively, Tourism, Culture, and Recreation consistently provided 5%; while Professional, Scientific and Technical services have increased from 5% in 1987 to 8% in 2013. Over this time, health care and educational services have doubled to 20% of provincial employment. Today, the largest sectors are Trade (16%), Health Care (11%), Construction (8%), and Professional, Scientific, Technical (8%). In summary, Service-Producing sectors have increased from 76% to 81% of provincial employment.

The contribution from resourcebased activity continues to be absolutely marginal relative to knowledge and service-based activities.

B.C.’s beautiful environment, thoughtfully maintained, only helps us to leverage core human competencies.

Deborah Rasnick Brentwood Bay

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In the 40 years of their existence, the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Auxiliary has contributed $1.75 million to the health care facility.

That’s money for needed equipment, patient care and comfort.

Their main fundraiser of the year happens this Saturday, Nov. 22 at the Mary Winspear Centre — the annual Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair.

Auxiliary public relations convenor Enid Burns says this is the roup’s 40th year and they’re trying to make the event a special one — and meet their commitment to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital.

“This year, we have dedicated $140,000 for hospital equipment,” she said. “They give us a wish list each year and our members vote on what we can provide.”

The Auxiliary has been doing this work since 1974, said Burns, when people like founding member Margaret Tangye decided to help the hospital meet its needs that neither funding nor grants could provide. Burns added Tangye, now in her 90s, is still a a member and an Auxiliary pastpresident.

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Saanich Peninsula Hospital Auxiliary members Jean Van Wyk, left, and Bruni Fischer hold some of the items people can expect to find at the Auxiliary’s annual Bazaar Saturday at the Mary Winspear Centre.

Craft Fair offers people a variety of baked goods, knitting, gingerbread goodies, art, books and much more. There will be a silent auction this year. Burns added.

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For ultimate bite, a good set of winter tires along with the AWD system is impressive. The 148hp 2.0L 4-cylinder engine is carried over from the last car but now it is a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV), and the Environmental Protection Agency in the United States claims it is the “cleanest gas car on the market”, helping to reduce smog-forming pollutants.

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Not only did it bring back the popular VFR800F (which I’ll get to in a bit), they released some all-new products.

But the fun isn’t stopping there. With more motorcycles on the way for 2015, I thought now would be a good time to look back at some great bikes I rode in 2014.

Besides, we might be deep into fall – with the accompanying frigid temperatures – but on sunny days, the roads aren’t without motorcycles. That’s definitely a warming thought.

CBR650F

Don’t let the “CBR” designation - followed by the 650 – intimidate you. This all-new middleweight bike has the sporty flair that you’re used to but with a twist.

With a curb weight of 211kg (465 lbs.) and a seat height is 810mm (31.8-inches), complete with a narrow middle profile, it allows a range of riders to feel comfortable atop its seat.

What I really liked about this bike is that yes, you have the sport bike styling, but without the wrist and backache that can sometimes be experienced. The ergonomics are more upright so I was comfortable for much longer when I decided to go for an extended ride.

Honda mentions that the development team included many engineers in their 20s.

That’s a good thing, considering they want to attract a younger customer with the CBR650F. Furthermore, engineers decided early on that chasing peak power at redline was off their agenda. Strong acceleration from a standing start, low/mid range torque and mid-gear roll-on throttle response were targeted as the essential elements.

Speaking of which, it’s powered by a liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, inline-4 engine.

It comes in great colours like Sword Silver Metallic, and my test bike, which happened to be the eye-catching Candy Tahitian Blue The CBR650F has an MSRP of $8,999.

VFR800F

The wait is over and 2014 saw the re-introduction of the VFR800F. The legendary motorcycle is completely updated with a modern look, a brand new telescopic fork, Pro-arm swingarm, wheels and bodywork.

Not to mention, there’s an adjustable seat height, standard-fit Traction Control System, ABS, heated grips and Honda’s unique new self-cancelling turn signals.

In the process, it sheds 10kg from the previous model, and has an engine re-tuned for greater low and mid-range torque.

The V4 engine configuration, which powers this sport-touring machine is unique to Honda and dates back four decades.

The 782cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC 90° V4VTEC engine allows for some great low-end power, but rev it higher and you dig into the VTEC, which will really put a smile on your face.

Much like the VTEC in Honda vehicles, VTEC valve timing still operates one pair of inlet/ exhaust valves per cylinder at low rpm, and then switches to four as revs rise but the transition is now seamless.

The seat is height adjustable (789mm/31-inches or 809mm/31.8-inches) using the tool provided and it weighs in at 239kg (527 lbs.)

It’s not a svelte bike by any stretch, so urban riding wasn’t my favourite. But on the open road, it is just a treat.

It has an MSRP of $13,499.

NC750XA

Ah, the NC750XA. A bike I’ve been dying to get on since the NC700s came out two years ago.

It’s the more adventurous of two NC models (the S and X), with a taller ride height (830mm/32.6-inches in comparison to 790mm/31.1-inches) and a more upright seating position.

This “different” breed of bike isn’t the high redlining sort Honda riders might be used to. It’s ideal for urban romping or a pleasure cruise.

For 2014, an extra 75cc capacity was added to the liquid-cooled, SOHC 8-valve parallel twin- cylinder engine.

With its engine mounted low to the ground, it naturally equates to a low centre of gravity and an easy-to-move-around type of riding dynamic. Furthermore, you can get upwards of 400km out of the 14L tank.

Not bad.

And it get’s better.

With the fuel tank under the seat, you have that allows for a handy storage compartment in place of where you’d normally put in your gas; one of the coolest features of this bike.

It has an MSRP of $8,199.

CB500XA

One member of the CB500 trifecta, the 500XA, is a charming little bike that fulfills the idea of owning an adventure-style bike but one that is more manageable for newer riders in the genre. It has a compact adjustable windscreen, open riding accommodations and large-capacity fuel tank.

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Tickets are already sold out for The peninsula Singers’ matinee show on Dec. 7. And tickets for their other two shows are going fast.

That’s how popular their annual Christmas songs concert is each year.

Here We Come A-Carolling hits the stage at the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney on Dec. 5, 6 and 7. Artistic Director Glenda Korella says it’s a wonderful show, featuring the voices of 60 singers — as well as accompaniment by the audience on a few of the songs.

“The audience will have the opportunity to sing along with two or three numbers,” she said. “That just adds to the enjoyment. People can come, forget about life and enjoy the music.”

Songs like Go Tell It On The Mountain, Please Come Home For Christmas and the Swahili celebration of Bi Desembra will have people getting into the swing of the season. There will be a mix of traditional carols, blues and more, Korella said.

The Singers will perform from memory, she continued, adding

The PNR has a pair of tickets to give away to The Peninsula Singers’ Here We Come A-Carolling on Fri., Dec. 5. to enter, send your name and phone number to editor@ peninsulanewsreview.com before noon on Monday, Dec. 1.

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actions into their performance.

They will be joined on stage by Erin Lin, 9, an acclaimed pianist who performed in last summer’s Symphony Splash, put on by the Victoria Symphony. Lin will be under the Spotlight on a Young Artist portion of the program.

The Peninsula Singers are accompanied by a small orchestra, adding recorder and violin this year.

To get tickets for this popular seasonal concert in Sidney, contact the Mary Winspear box office at 250-6560275 or go online to www.marywinspear.ca.

The shows Dec. 5 and 6 start at 7:30 p.m. and as of Nov. 19, the Sunday matinee had sold out.

Orchestra audiences on the grow Continued from page 17

“Holliston is very well-known and has played with us before,” Brown said.

“He teaches at the Victoria Conservatory of Music, in fact he’s the head of the department.” the featured performer, Holliston will not only play the Mozart piece, but will add his talents to the rest of the evening’s performances as well.

Brown said the Orchestra is made up of professional musicians from mainly the Victoria Symphony, as well as other very good musicians from the

Greater Victoria area.

Their level of professionalism is always improving, said Brown and they hope to see their audience grow.

The that end, youth 19 years old and younger can come to the concert for free.

Brown said they hope the attract more families and youth who want to be exposed to the classics.

Regular ticket prices are $20 for adults and $10 for students (over age 19). Tickets for the entire series — four concerts — are also available by caling 250480-1133.

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Nov. 28 includes a variety of classical music in addition to Mozart.

Holliston will perform Gerald Finzi’s Eclogue, a rarely-performed, slow movement from an unfinished piano concerto. Brown himself will play On The Idle Hill Of Summer, a violin piece, accompanying the Orchestra.

Other music on tap is F. J. Haydn’s Overture to Acide e Galatea and Mendelssohn’s Sinfoni 10 Symphony in B Minor.

To learn more about the Sidney Classical Orchestra, visit www. sidneyclassicalorchestra.com.

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COMING UP IN ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Victoria Mendelssohn Choir and Orchestra directed by Simon Leung present their Premiere Concert Sunday, Nov. 30 at 3 p.m. at St. Elizabeth’s Church in Sidney (10030 Third St.) Tickets are available at Long & McQuade, Russell Books, Ivy’s Bookshop and Tanner’s Books.

Some will also be available at the door. The program includes Vesperae Solennes do confessore K. 339 by Mozart and other works by Mendelssohn, Brahms and Bairstow. For information, contact cchay@live.ca or 250-380-0496.

• Sock Hop Saturday, Nov. 22, 7 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 7921 St. Stephen’s Rd. Be bop with the music of Twelve O’Clock.

Entry by donation. Proceeds to Generations Development Mission.

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Sing along with The Peninsula Singers Dec. 5, 6 and 7 at the Mary Winspear Centre as they present Here We Come A-Carolling.

• Tim Rogers, Author of The Tragedy of the SS Southern Cross, is at the Sidney North Saanich Library on Mon., Nov. 24 from 7 to 8 p.m.

He will read from his fictional account of the mysterious sinking of the Southern Cross off

Newfoundland’s coast in 1914. He will also perform songs. It a free event. Call 250-656-0944 for details.

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Santa at the Star. Sidney Co-op Preschool features its Christmas Matinee Movie at the Star Cinema on Nov. 30 this year. Food and cash donations are being accepted for the Sidney Lions Food Bank. There will be a silent auction as well, with all proceeds going to the food bank. Everyone is welcome to come out and enjoy the movie.

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Pete Zubersky takes pride in a hockey program that is known for its commitment to local players.

This season, there are 11 players on the local Junior B Peninsula Panthers on a roster of 24. Each came up through Peninsula Minor Hockey. Zubersky, the Panther’s coach and general manager, says that’s not the most the certainly not the least number of local players to make it on the team.

It’s part of the club’s overall philosophy — to give Peninsulabased players a shot at playing junior hockey, improving their skills and taking the game as far as tey can.

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That fact can lead to some wild swings in terms of talent on the ice and the team’s overall record, but it’s a reality that Zubersky said he’s used to — and something that everyone within the Panther’s program, including fans, has to come to terms with.

“The philosophy is to develop the team, develop the players,” he explained. “We do this throughout the regular season, when it’s not so much about winning and losing.”

Come the playoffs, he continued, the attitude changes only slightly as the team looks to ice the best possible players they have.

It’s a system, said Zubersky, that has earned respect in the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League (VIJHL) and among the Panthers’ affiliate teams and programs.

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The system keeps moving forward, Zubersky said, noting other players have been able to move up the ranks of hockey after short stops on the Peninsula.

Building this system, he said, starts with good coaches and administrators within the Peninsula Minor Hockey Association. He keeps an eye on good Midget-level players and maintains an open invitation to those kids.

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Teamwork. It can be a powerful thing when the people and groups involved in a project or trying to achieve a common goal are all pulling in the same direction.

An initiative launched by Country Grocer, in partnership with the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation and Creekmore Coffee, sees these three groups working together to expand the reach of charity dollars provided to women’s shelters and transition houses on Vancouver Island.

The month-long fundraiser combines people’s love of coffee; a distribution method and an opportunity to help fund services for women on the Island. Now until Dec. 13, $3 from every bag of Creekmore’s Coffee Country Roaster blend will be directly shared between 10 facilities in Island communities from Courtenay to Ucluelet to Greater Victoria.

Bill Ethier, president and managing broker for Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty, says providing financial assistance to transition houses is an extension of what agents do on a regular basis.

He describes that by way of offering the history of the Foundation. That organization emerged from a national survey the company undertook with its agents in 1998, when it asked what types of charity or fundraising ideas realtors would be interested in contributing to as a group.

“Homelessness rose to the top and the company began looking at it on a national level,” Ethier says.

What came through in his conversations with agents on Vancouver Island was that the most important aspect of their job is to provide people with a home. Ideally, they hope those homes are filled with love and companionship, but that isn’t always the case, he says.

“If a home isn’t happy, if there’s intimidation or abuse happening, the home isn’t happy anymore.”

The prevalence of family violence and abuse, not just in areas of the world where women are oppressed, but close to home, can be an eyeopener for people not exposed to such issues, Ethier says.

“There is still that lack of respect for women, and the children are the innocent victims in all of this. They’re victims of a power struggle in the home,” he says. “This happens in our own backyard, not just in other parts of the world.”

Greater Victoria Royal LePage agents and staff have worked with area transition houses for the past decade, via the Foundation. Looking at the scope of family violence and abuse, Ethier and other Royal LePage professionals pursued the idea of expanding the reach of their ongoing fundraising efforts.

“With the Royal LePage offices themselves being located on the South Island, we’ve focused on four shelters. With the ability of Country Grocer to come on board, and Creekmore Coffee … we’re going to be able to raise more money as a group,” he says.

“It’s an Island thing, it’s a national thing, it’s not just a Victoria thing.”

Tammy Averill, marketing manager for Country Grocer, says it’s very rare to have three Island organizations come together working for one cause.

“This is a new avenue for community involvement for Country Grocer,” she says. The chain had worked with Ethier on a previous unrelated campaign and didn’t hesitate when he asked them to get on board again, Averill says.

Dave Creekmore, whose company has supplied Country Grocer for many years and does a lot of work within its community of Coombs and Parksville, is pleased Royal LePage would want to partner up with them on a local initiative.

“This is a project that is good for everybody,” he says. “It’s nice to work Island-wide and do things on a grassroots level.”

“If a home isn’t happy, if there’s intimidation or abuse happening, the home isn’t happy anymore.”

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Services available for women in crisis Greater Victoria is serviced by a variety of transition houses and emergency shelters for women who may be escaping abusive or violent situations.

The Royal LePage Foundation works with four of those organizations: the Cridge Centre for the Family’s Cridge Transition House for Women, Victoria Women’s Transition House Society, Sooke Transition House Society, and Margaret Laurence House, which is operated by the Greater Victoria Women’s Shelter Society.

The Victoria Women’s Transition House Society, founded in 1974, temporarily housed 129 women and 59 children in 2013, and its volunteers answered 2,037 calls to its 24-hour crisis line. Hundreds more women were helped through programs operated or supported by the society. Among those are the Stopping the Violence counselling, Spousal Assault Victim Support program and specialized senior women’s programs.

The Cridge Transition House, formerly Hill House, offers a safe emergency shelter, supportive counselling, connections to community supports, support designed to meet the needs of children, and provides opportunities to support and be supported by other women experiencing similar situations.

The Sooke Transition House Society, at Annie’s Place, provides emergency shelter for women and children in crisis resulting from family violence. It also offers counselling programs including Stopping the Violence, and Children Who Witness Abuse, in Sooke and Port Renfrew.

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In loving memory Lorna P. Salmon 1948-1992 As the anniversary approaches Hard to believe its been 22 years Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve experienced all the emotions Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve shed my share of tears I remember all the good times They bring a smile to my face You showed me how to live my life Full of patience, love, and grace I think of you and miss you often Even visit when I need you Bringing yellow roses A few tears and some smiles too You were taken far too early But Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never felt youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gone You are always watching over me My beautiful guardian angel, my beloved Mom Love always, your devoted son Dan

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS CHRISTMAS CORNER ST LUKEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BAZAAR & lunch, Sat, Nov. 22nd, 10-2pm, 3821 Cedar Hill X Rd. Crafts, books, misc, etc... Free admission.

CRAFT FAIRS

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Vintage Retro & Collectible Show & Sale Sunday, Nov. 23rd, 9:30am - 4:00pm, $4 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Early Birdsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; @ 8:30am, $20 Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney.

Meet over 85 retro & collectible enthusiasts at this 120 table sale.

Free parking; children free with adult.

WAREHOUSEMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN ACT Notice is hereby given that Kustom Towing, (2009) Ltd, 3297 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8Z 3K9 will be selling: 1998 SUBARU FORRESTER JF1SF6555WH767311 Owner Waymaker Hospital Inc. 1998 FORD ESCORT 1FAFP13P5WW214207 Owner Thorson, Cindy 2000 FORD MUSTANG 1FAFP4040YF250529 Owner Sine, Cody.

Will be sold on November 21, 2014. At 647B Dupplin Rd, Victoria, BC between 10am-2pm.

PERSONALS CONNECT INSTANTLY with sexy local singles free trial!

250-220-1300 or 1-800-2101010 www.livelinks.com 18+

FOUND: EARRING found at Cattle Point.

Describe to claim. Call 250-595-2320.

LOST: PRESCRIPTION glasses, lost Oak Bay Ave to Foul Bay area possibly on Nov. 17. Metallic frames, turquoise colour. (778)433-4547.

LOST: WALLET, wine colour Liz Claiborne, lost over the weekend in Saanich area. Reward! Call (250)592-9548.

CARETAKERS/ RESIDENTIAL MANAGERS

Contact Josie at 250-744-1807 or josiejones@shaw.ca

BUILDING MANAGER

Skilled Seasoned

for a 55 unit rental building in Victoria West. Min 5 yrs exp.

Please send resume to:

UKRAINIAN FOOD SALES

Frozen Perogies, Cabbage Rolls, Borscht and Kobassa (while quantities last; cash sales only.

Saturdays Nov 22 & 29, Dec 6, 13 & 20.

9 am-1 pm ORTHODOX CHURCH OF SAINT GEORGE 1100 Colville Road

INFORMATION Advertise in the 2015 - 2017 BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email: ďŹ sh@blackpress.ca

PRODUCTION WORKERS Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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&#x20AC;˘ Prior bindery and/or machine operator experience would be an asset â&#x20AC;˘ Motivated self-starter willing to work in a fast paced environment performing repetitive tasks â&#x20AC;˘ Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for long periods of time â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse, team based environment â&#x20AC;˘ Must be reliable, dependable, have excellent communication skills and good attention to detail â&#x20AC;˘ Must have own transportation â&#x153;ąAfternoon and evening shifts 16-20 hours per week. $11.25 an hour Interested parties may drop off their resumes between 9am and 5pm at:

GOLDSTREAM PRESS #220-770 Enterprise Avenue, Victoria, BC V8X 6R4

info@rockwellpm.ca HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

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

CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS

www.localwork.ca

TRADES, TECHNICAL JOURNEYMAN Mechanic required to perform all aspects of automotive repairs and servicing. Must have Automotive Mechanical Repair Certificate of Qualification. Start full time immediately, Reliable Auto Body, Courtenay, BC. email: reliableautobody@telus.net or fax 250-334-3668

VOLUNTEERS HEART AND Stroke Foundation BC & Yukon - Victoria area office is looking for volunteers to help plan and provide the Living with Stroke Program in the Victoria area. Training is provided. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

THE HOPE Through Achievement Foundation is looking for someone who can research available grant opportunities and create a manageable working list as well as complete grant applications. A working knowledge of grant funding and grant application processes would be an asset.

Call Volunteer Victoria at 250386-2269.

THE VANCOUVER Island Health Authority is looking for a volunteer to assist senior residents attend a monthly musical concert. Shifts are every third Friday of the month from 1:45-3:45 p.m. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-3862269.

VICTORIA WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Transition House, seeking board members. http://www.transi tionhouse.net/news-events/

PERSONAL SERVICES MIND BODY & SPIRIT

LOST AND FOUND

http://josiejones. shawwebspace.ca

COMING EVENTS

HELP WANTED

REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPISTS For various resort locations in the Kelowna and area.

Instant Clientele Waiting For location details visit: www.kelownaspa.ca Apply with resume to: debra888@ beyondwrapture.com

MEDICAL/DENTAL

RNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S & LPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses All shifts currently available to support our Pediatric / Adolescent clients for home / school care in the Victoria / Duncan / Courtenay and Nanaimo areas; to work with children with complex care needs who may have a tracheostomy & ventilation.

Pediatric experience is an asset. We do offer client specific training, Trach / Vent courses and other on-going training as req. If you are an RN or LPN & enjoy working w/children, we would love to hear from you.

Employee BeneďŹ t Package available.

Please send your resume & cover letter: pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca or fax: 1-866-686-7435

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars 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&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

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

250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com

PETS PETS CKC CHOC/BLK lab pups, gorgeous, top quality, gentle nature, $1200. 250-897-6275.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AUCTIONS NATIVE ART & ARTIFACTS AUCTION Sunday Nov. 23rd, 12:00 Noon Preview 9:00am Croatian Cultural Centre 3250 Commercial Drive.

Vancouver OVER 475 ITEMS!

Bill Reid pendant, NWC baskets, totems and masks, Navajo Jewelry, SW pottery, early Norval Morrisseau painting Info - Consignment - Appraisals

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

FREE SHORT-HAIRED male kittens. (778)421-4567.

HOLISTIC HEALTH

FRIENDLY FRANK

TragerÂŽ Bodywork allows you to move more freely with less pain and tension. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll feel deeply relaxed & have greater mental clarity.

Rae Bilash

7â&#x20AC;&#x2122; SCOTCH Pine Christmas tree, decorations, wreaths & misc. $60. (250)592-2898.

CertiďŹ ed Trager Practitioner Women only, call for appt.

250-380-8733 www.raebilash.ca * Also Hot Stone Massage

FINANCIAL SERVICES

604-657-2072 / 604-657-1147 www.seahawkauctions.com

FREE ITEMS

F/T Granite/Quartz Fabricator reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d in Parskville. Some heavy lifting. Exp. an asset with preference to CNC exp.

Email resume to teresapollen.sts@gmail.com

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

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS â&#x20AC;&#x153;WATERS EDGEâ&#x20AC;? Saanichton, ocean front, lrg, bright 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, 55+.

NP/NS. Call (250)655-1702.

BUSINESSES FOR SALE GREETING CARD BusinessVan. Isle. Territory. Large client base. Est. for 18 years.

Good revenue. $27,500. Call (250)474-1984.

FOR SALE BY OWNER DOUBLE-WIDE home in Summergate Village (55+). Here you own your land. Excellent condition & modern finish.

Entirely renovated, move - in ready. Two Bedrooms with new carpet, Two renovated Bathrooms, Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, spacious Living / Dining room. New thermal windows throughout. Sliding doors off Master onto Patio.

Garden features Fruit trees.

Lots of storage, entire exterior repainted. Onsite centre features pool, hot tub, workshop, library and has frequent get-togethers. Priced to sell at $279,900 Tel: 250-665-7058.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

LADIES WINTER boots, sz 11, new, brown, paid $190 asking $75. (778)440-3334.

RALPH LAUREN black raw silk jacket, sz 4, Paid $224 asking $50. (778)440-3084.

SIGN LANGUAGE Dictionaries. American and English versions $15. ea. (250)477-1819 SINGLE BED complete. wooden headboard. Guaranteed clean $60. (250)652-4621 WINGED CHAIR- blue, very good condition, $35. Call (250)480-0277.

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

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

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

IMPACT WRENCH$30, Booster jumper cables, $30.

Router, $30. 778-433-2899.

GARAGE SALES TRADES, TECHNICAL

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

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

3735 DONCASTER DriveSat, Sept 22, 10am-6pm. Moving Sale everything must go!

(778)432-2896 SIDNEY- #1-10084 3rd St, Sat & Sun, Nov 22 & 23, 8-2pm.

Estate Sale! Teak furniture, art and household items....

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. â&#x153;ąI 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 YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR CLASSIFIEDS

250.388.3535

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

HOMES FOR RENT DEEP COVE- Spacious 2 bdrm rancher, 1.5 bath, family room, deck, 3 F/P, on large sunny lot with some ocean view. N/S, pets neg, $1650.

Avail Dec 1. (604)802-4014.

ROOMS FOR RENT SIDNEY. LARGE room, close to bus, central location. $550.

Avail. Dec. 1st. (778)679-0461

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.

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

CARS

We Buy Cars! $50 to $1000

SUITES, LOWER BURNSIDE/HARRIETlarge quiet, clean, 1 bdrm, private entrance & driveway. NS/NP. $725/mo includes utilities.

Call 250-384-0460.

Scrap Junk Running or Not! Cars Trucks Vans

FREE TOW AWAY

250-686-3933

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JEREMIAH’S CARPENTRYSmall repairs, interior finishing, weather proofing. Reasonable rates. Senior’s Discounts. Insured. Call 250-857-1269. www.jeremiahscarpentry.com

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

(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.

ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Painting.

Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years experience.

250-382-3694.

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

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

PRESSURE WASHING

CLEANING SERVICES ENGLISH HOUSEKEEPER. Great work. Great rates. Accepting clients in Sidney & N. Saanich.House sitting & house checking. (250)544-1502.

ON ANGELS WINGS HOME CARE has openings for housecleaning services (meal prep, laundry, inside windows, etc.). Can multi-task. Experienced professional, including working with families & seniors “Messy houses are my specialty”. Insured. (250)634-1687 QUALITY HOUSECLEANER or caregiver, very reliable. Sidney. 250-656-3362 after 6pm.

EAVESTROUGH ABBA EXTERIORS Professional gutter cleaning & repairs.

Window cleaning.

Roof de-mossing. Pkg discounts. WCB. (778)433-9275.

MJ HOME CARE SERVICE window, gutter, moss cleaning.

Free Estimate 250-508-6095

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

KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small.

Kendra, 250-415-7991.

NORTHERN SUN Electric Comm/Res. $40/hr.

Work Guaranteed. Any size job.

(250)888-6160. Lic#13981.

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

GARDENING 20% OFF! Fall cleanups, blowing, hauling, hedge/shrub trimming. 250-479-6495.

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

EVERGREEN GARDENING has Certified Horticulturists specializing in winter pruning leaf removal/yard clean up.

We specialize in Commercial Properties/Large Residential yards. Call 250-208-0487 free est. wceg2014@gmail.com

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 A&R LANDSCAPINGCertified Horticulturist, yearly maintenance, clean-ups, pruning, renovating older gardens, great rates, Seniors Discounts.

Call (250) 686-4361.

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

HANDYPERSONS BIG BEAR Handyman.

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

JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk.

Fast Service, Best Prices!!

Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK. PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774 PETE’S HAUL A DAY- Junk removal. Airforce guy. Call 250-888-1221.

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Lawns, fences, pruning, flooring, painting, drywall, small reno’s. Mike/Chris 250-656-8961

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

Brad 250-217-9578.

HAULING AND SALVAGE

MASONRY & BRICKWORK

$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

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

Call 250-361-6164.

HAUL A WAY

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• Junk removal • Free quotes • Senior discount

(778)350-5050

MOVING & STORAGE DONE RIGHT MOVING $80/hr. Senior Discount. No travel time before or after local moves. BBB accredited. Free est. Call Tyler 250-418-1747.

✫ DON’S PAINTING ✫ (250)479-8748. 30 years exp.

Free Est. Quality Interiors.

LADY PAINTER Serving the Peninsula for over 20 yrs. Interior/exterior. Call Bernice, 250-655-1127.

SAFEWAY PAINTING

High quality, Organized.

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

DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates.

250-744-8588, Norm.

UPHOLSTERY UPHOLSTERER work. Your fabric 250-480-7937.

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WINDOW CLEANING BLAINE’S WINDOW WASHING. Serving Sidney & Brentwood since 1983. Average house $35. 250-656-1475 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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GREATER VICTORIA MARKET UPDATE »

602/512 » 234/412 945/979 » 366/696 » 3,927/4,322 Find a place to call home Find a place to call home » 3,685/4,017 »

NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES/ AS OF NOV. 17/14 - COURTESY OF OCTOBER 2013 VICTORIA REAL ESTATETOTAL, BOARD NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES/ NEW LISTINGS/ » TOTAL, NOV. 2013 TOTAL, OCTOBER 2013 NEW LISTINGS/ ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS/ TOTAL, NOV. 2013 TOTAL, OCTOBER 2013 ACTIVE RES. LISTINGS/ PEAK, NOV. 2013

VREB STAT | 602 properties sold in the region this October - an increase of 17.6% over last year.

Blast technology a boon for building Industry standards for rock blasting are tightly regulated in Saanich thanks to technology Travis Paterson News staff

Blasting rock for the purposes of building has increased dramatically, thanks in part to Saanich’s rocky surface and the advancements in technology.

Engineering companies such as Western Grater Contracting provide a number of services, and blasting is a key one.

They’re called on to blast out rock for more than just the foundations of new homes, but also for renovations and upgrades.

“Blasting for renovations or upgrades is equally as common as blasting for new houses, though it’s not often in average homeowner’s budget, unless it’s a questionably compromised (foundation) or bank,” said Western Grater project director Matt Floch.

With less undeveloped property available in 2014 than in the past, and the added value of real estate, there is a general acceptance among builders and developers to build on property that will require substantial blasting for the foundation.

“In the old days, the 1980s and 90s, you would avoid bedrock more often, you didn’t want to blast if you didn’t have to. But it’s changed,” said Gerry Koutougos, a developer who partnered on the 42-unit Midtown Park condominium in Saanich.

While the soil below Midtown Park was without any substantial rock, Kougtougos has been building Saanich houses and other deveiopments on top of bedrock since the 1980s.

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Blast mats can be seen frequently in Saanich, as parts of the city are rich in rocky outcrops, such as the Maplewood area, above, where blast mats are a regular resident. factor,’ it’s not too many explosives at once, we connect them through safe blasting.”

Drill holes are usually about one to 1.5 inches in diameter on a three foot spacing grid. The process contains the majority of the blast energy, which retains it into the rock.

“It’s all to industry standard,” Floch said.

“No two holes are going off at the same time so it mitigates the ground vibrations, the (legal) standard is 50 millimeters per second of ground vibration.”

And of course, no damages can be construed from blasting on adjacent structures.

“These days you don’t worry about (whehter) a property is on top of rock. If you need to blast it, you blast it. The technology is so great now, yes it’s expensive, but you can build.”

The general process of blasting is surprisingly minimal, considering the amount of blasting powder piped into the ground. Few, if any neighbours complain, as the blasts are so localized and spread apart.

“If it’s residential, close to adjacent properties, we use smaller diameter holes and are not drilling to great depths, usually between four to 10 feet,” Floch said. “So we don’t get too much of what we call ‘powder

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