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Blasting forces Oak Bay family from home “Immediately we told our girls to evacuate our house with our dogs and they had to stand in the rain while we rushed home.”
District issues stop-work order after family spend night in hotel
- Chris Robertson
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Work to prepare a lot for construction sent one Oak Bay family scrambling from their home in the middle of the night. Blasting work began Friday to clear away rock and prepare a lot for construction on Woodlawn Crescent. After conducting three blasts, neighbour Chris Robertson noticed the carbon monoxide readings had spiked at his home on 2281 Woodlawn Cres. “Within less than eight hours, all of the carbon monoxide alarms in our house were sounding,” said Robertson. “We called the fire department and sure enough the levels were way beyond the Health Canada maximum. In fact, the firefighter told me they could be lethal with eight hours of exposure.” Robertson did some quick research and found that blasting can cause a phenomenon known as advection, where the toxic fumes produced by the blast are trapped underground and travel through fissures in the ground. “In our case they’re coming up into our perimeter drain which vents into a drain pipe in our crawlspace,” said Robertson, adding the crawlspace is used
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Crews look over a Woodlawn Crescent home that was filled with carbon monoxide as a result of blasting conducted at a neighbouring property. for the home’s air circulation system. Robertson demanded blasting stop until it could be done safely. He said Oak Bay district officials came to the home on Monday, placing a carbon monoxide monitor in the crawlspace and directing the contractor to resume blasting. According to a release from the District of Oak Bay, the fire department could not determine
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the cause of the raised carbon monoxide levels and rendered the home safe for occupancy. “I think early on, my understanding is there was an insufficient link between the blasting and the gas discharge,” said Oak Bay Mayor Nils Jensen. “I’m told it’s happened 18 times over the last 25-plus years so it’s extremely rare. We’ve never heard about anything of that nature before.”
Three more blasts were conducted Monday afternoon, shortly before Robertson and his wife were scheduled to attend their staff Christmas party. “Our 11-year-old daughter called us and said, ‘Daddy, there’s a beeping sound coming from the basement’,” said Robertson. He asked his daughter to check the meter and she found it read 122 parts per million, more
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than 12 times Health Canada’s limit for long-term exposure. “Immediately we told our girls to evacuate our house with our dogs and they had to stand in the rain while we rushed home.” Robertson called 911 who dispatched the fire department. “They measured levels in the crawlspace at over 200 parts per million. They issued us a compliance order saying we are not allowed to occupy our house until the situation is resolved.” The Robertsons packed up the kids, two dogs and a cat and headed to the Oak Bay Beach Hotel, renting a pair of rooms. Robertson was told there is still another week of blasting that needs to be conducted and he planned to seek a court injunction to have the work stopped, however, the District of Oak Bay issued a stop work order FINETuesday CUSTOMafternoon. JEWELLERS According to the release from the district, it is attempting to mediate a co-operative solution between the neighbours. “As a condition of the permit, as is standard practice, the District of Oak Bay is indemnified from any damage resulting from the blasting,” stated the release. editor@oakbaynews.com
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Celebrating Scholarship Success OAK BAY CLASS OF 2014
We are pleased to share with the community of Oak Bay some members of the Oak Bay High School Class of 2014 who have excelled in academics, athletics, fine arts, and leadership to receive scholarships, bursaries and awards totalling $1,388,384. Mohammed Abouselah Natalie Allabarton May Ando Katie Atherton Kieran Atkinson Ryan Baigent Madeleine Beaudet Ryan Berezon Erik Bergen Henry Blight Sabine Boisvert Gillian Briggs Sarah Broitman Derek Brougham Madelyn Brunt Michaela Bub Chloe Campbell Hannah Carr James Carson Holden Chang Noah Conrad Tom Davies Taylor Dawson Rebecca Dillon
Kurt Dorflinger Rachael Doughty Ryan Doyle Jessica Duncan Marie-Anne Dussault Gomez Sam Evans Ari Finnsson Aske Foyd Sasha Fraser Meaghan Gaudet Haley Gurney Sema Hamidi Robbie Hannah Katie Harney Marisa Harrington Noah Harris Adrienne Henderson Rory Hills Chris Horne Ross Huggett Sierra Kachan Kaylen Kallio Alexandra Karim
Sunny Karim Daniella Keene Jane Kelly Sophie Kelly Minju Kim Sam Kitchen Claire Korberg Felix Lambrecht James Letkeman Christine Li Darren Li Jane Lindroos Larry Lu Thea Mai Natasha Marshall Paige Marshall Braonain Masterton Caitlyn McColl Lauren McMillan Jacqueline Miller Julia Ming Sarah Mustafa Emma Newton Uyen Nguyen
Eliana Nielsen John Nielsen Samantha Nielsen Jack Nyren Jordan Parmar Maya Rahn Audrey Reese Patricia Reid Michael Reiter Erika Riviere Declan Roberts Emma Rossum Kelt Rycroft Kate Sarosiak Sunny Sheffman Reva Shenwai Carlos Sheppard Victoria Shin Owen Sieffert Natasha Simpson Jackson Sinclair Andy Smith Kellie Smith Oliver Spratt
Abby Stein Isaac Streight Jun Cheng Tan Linus Taylor Nicholas Taylor Michael Tessier Sophie Underwood Ella Van Neutegem Allison Van Tassell Camille Van Tassell Spencer Vatrt-Watts Caroline Wallace Adam Walton Zoe Waterlander Cara Westby Amanda Wild Robyn Willmer Nathan Wong Anna Young
Oak Bay High School staff, students, and parents wish to thank our perpetual donors listed below for generously supporting our graduating students. Their contributions bring a sense of pride, honour, and accomplishment to Oak Bay High’s students.
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Oak Bay High students spread holiday cheer
School club lifts spirits among Vancouver Island cancer patients Christine van Reeuwyk News Staff
Oak Bay High students are opening the door to Christmas for those away from home this month undergoing cancer treatments. The 19 members of Youth Against Cancer crafted their way to hang a happy holidays at the Canadian Cancer Society’s Vancouver Island Lodge. “We’re making door decorations for each of the 21 rooms,” said Chloe Van Neutegem. “It helps them feel more at home,” added Samantha White. “And so they know they have people thinking about them.” The two Grade 12 students at Oak Bay High lead the club that created the decorations for the doors, inside the rooms and handmade cards for each guest at the Canadian Cancer Society Lodge near Royal Jubilee Hospital. “We’ve always done smile packages,” Van Neutegem said. “This year we were asked if we wanted to come decorate.” “This way we’re able to share the holiday spirit with all the visitors to the lodge through December,” said sponsor teacher
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Leaders in the Youth Against Cancer club at Oak Bay High, Grade 12 students Samantha White, above left, and Chloe Van Neutegem decorate a snowman door hanger for the Canadian Cancer Society Lodge near Royal Jubilee Hospital. Grade 12 students Mia Kennedy, above right, and Madison Skala work on a door hanger for the Canadian Cancer Society Lodge on Richmond Avenue that will see about 90 patients throughout the month. Roxanne Taggart. The lodge expects 90 guests will use the lodge while undergoing cancer treatment this month in Victoria. “They’re going to touch every single person that comes through our lodge in the next 30 days, to show that someone’s thinking of them,” said Tracie Clayton, Canadian Cancer Society annual giving co-ordinator for Vancouver Island. “The Youth
Against Cancer club at Oak Bay is definitely a youth leadership group. We feel privileged to work with them. It makes my job a lot more engaged when I get to see such young people getting involved. Seeing young people at this age already investing in those things is amazing.” The room decor will include wreaths, said Mia Kennedy, who spearheaded a leadership group crafting trip to Sir James Douglas
elementary. “We made wreaths from all of the students,” Kennedy said. They used handprints to make the greenery of the wreaths while children’s thumbprints made the red berries. “There are 21, for each of the different rooms.” It’s all about “lifting spirits,” Van Neutegem said. The club works year-round for the Canadian Cancer Society including the spring when
Fire department investigates suspicious fires outside school Youths suspected of setting three separate fires at Monterey school Dan Ebenal News Staff
A string of small fires outside an Oak Bay school is raising the alarm with the Oak Bay Fire Department. “Over the last two weeks there’s been some mischief activity around Monterey Middle School in that there have been three separate fires set,” said Capt. Rob Kivell with the Oak Bay Fire Department, While there have been no witnesses,
Kivell suspects that youths are responsible for lighting the fires. The Oak Bay Police have been notified and are assisting with the investigation. “They’re basically just paper fires at this point, or experimentation type fires. The problem with those is that they can escalate into something more serious as they get bolder,” said Kivell. “It’s something the police are aware of and they’re putting extra patrols in that area.” He said the fires have been set around a fenced-off generator in the staff parking area of the school. “They’ve been poking lit papers in there and they even lit up some
shrubbery that they were able to get going with some paper around it.” While the fires have not caused any damage to the building, Kivell said it’s something the fire department wants to keep on top of. “We have had in the past in that area of south Oak Bay some mischief fires with newspapers and different things so we want to be on top of it and make sure this isn’t an escalating thing.” So far the fires have all been set at night and on weekends, and anyone who observes groups of kids around the school after hours or other suspicious activity are asked to contact police. editor@oakbaynews.com
those yellow daffodils appear everywhere. “It’s a lot more than them just coming to decorate the rooms at our Vancouver Island Lodge. What they’re really doing is continuing their relationship and commitment to us,” said Clayton. “Oak Bay high school students are really youth leaders in their community. They set an example for our other youth to follow.” cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com
Jensen elected CRD chair Oak Bay Mayor Nils Jensen will serve as the Capital Regional District chair for the next year after being elected Wednesday during the inaugural meeting of the board. “I believe in the CRD. I believe it’s an excellent organization with excellent, dedicated skilled staff,” he said during the meeting. “Can the CRD be better? Absolutely … but it really falls to us at this table to make it better.” Jensen was elected to his second term as mayor on Nov. 15. Prior to that he spent 15 years as a councillor. A former law professor and Crown counsel, Jensen served for 12 years as the chair of the CRD Water Board and three years as trustee for the library board. “I brought a relatively calm demeanour to the issue focussing debate … moving the agenda forward,” he said. “It is essential that there be a close working relationship [with staff], respectful, collegial and cordial.”
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Jensen sets the tone for incoming council Christine van Reeuwyk News Staff
The seven set to serve Oak Bay for the next four years were sworn in by Justice Geoffrey Gaul Monday night in council chambers. Nils Jensen re-donned his mayoral chains of office as the first sworn in and was later joined by councillors Hazel Braithwaite, Tom Croft, Michelle Kirby, Kevin Murdoch, Tara Ney and Eric Zhelka. “It’s a good time to reflect on how truly fortunate we are to have something most of the world thirsts for and many have died to achieve and that’s democracy,” Jensen said. He took a few moments to recognize the departing councillors John Herbert, Cairine Green and Pam Copley. “They have left a wonderful legacy, between Video the three of them they online served Oak Bay for a remarkable 27 years,” he said, reflecting on the This story has accompanywork council did over the ing video images at www. last term. That included oakbaynews.com. improvements in public transparency with citizen advisory groups and a new website and extensive consultation in the official community plan review. “Since Oak Bay was first founded in 1906 there have been many reeves and mayors and councillors that have contributed to the evolution of our community. Each in succession standing on the shoulders of those who went before … [each council] had their own unique and important achievement as Oak Bay progressed from the First Nations traditional territory which we reside on now, to the farmlands, then went on to be the rural communities to what we are now – a carefully planned modern progressive community that has successfully preserved the uniqueness of its neighbourhoods,” Jensen said in his inaugural speech. “The torch has been handed to us seven around this table now. It’s now our turn to contribute to an Oak Bay
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Mayor Nils Jensen returns for his second term after being sworn in by Justice Geoffrey Gaul Monday night at Oak Bay municipal hall. that our children, grandchildren and generations to come can be proud of. Oak Bay will continue to grow and evolve and mature. The work and challenge for us up here will be to direct change to ensure we protect and preserve our very unique community… its character and its ambiance.” He took a moment to note they don’t do the work alone, thanking staff and community volunteers in advance. He reflected on the past term advancing the arts with a $1 million contribution to the theatre at Oak Bay High (set to open next fall) and the appointment of the first arts laureate in Canada along with the work she did. He
proposes to widen the mandate of parks and recreation to include culture in a bid to advance arts even further. Jensen said he plans to propose web casting meetings and Monday was Oak Bay’s first night using e-agendas with council following along on tablets. “We’ve now come into the electronic age, we’re probably not the first,” Jensen said to a roomful of chuckles. “That will continue to open up municipal hall because people will have greater access to documents in advance.” Council will also have staff review how advisory committees could be more effective in aiding the seven around the table make decisions. He promoted regional co-operation in his address to the standing-room-only crowd. To address the need to meet sewage treatment obligations, he’s already met with the new mayors in Victoria, Lisa Helps, and Saanich, Richard Atwell. “I’m very optimistic a solution will be found and will be found soon,” Jensen said, adding there are also regional co-operation options for economic development and efficient integration of services. Oak Bay looks forward to hiring a planner to help implement the OCP installed by the previous council, with development of a housing strategy and guidelines first on the agenda. A municipally owned property at 1531 Hampshire Rd. will get some resolution this term, he promised. Oak Bay Lodge, he noted, could take longer. “I’m very optimistic based on my meetings with Island Health to date that a public health use will be found for the Oak Bay Lodge property. But given Island Health is in the middle of doing a major review on the future, not only of the long-term care, but Oak Bay Lodge, likely a decision on the Oak Bay Lodge will be many years away.” Jensen noted the seven council members must make sure the water flows, refuse and recyclables are collected and dealt with and that facilities and infrastructure are maintained. “That is a large but important task requiring our constant attention and at times some heavy lifting.” cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com
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Ottawa turns its back on disabled veterans Many times we have been reminded by our politicians that we owe our veterans a debt that can never be repaid. Yet some are tacitly supporting measures that seek, by legal manoeuvres, to devalue and dismiss that service. Lawyers acting on behalf of the federal government are arguing in B.C.’s Supreme Court that Canada has no Veterans deserve covenant with its military veterans, and support both in that any promises made conflict abroad to them can be adjusted at will by elected and when they representatives. This is return home the government’s line of defence against a class-action suit being pursued on behalf of disabled veterans. No matter what one believes about a suitable level of compensation for veterans – which is a matter for our lawmakers – to argue flatly that Canada has no covenant with its sons and daughters in the military is shocking, both in its moral insensitivity and sheer lack of political astuteness. This at a time when the auditor general has reported that veterans seeking benefits for mental illness and injury are not getting help in a timely manner. According to the report, out of close to 3,000 veterans applying for mental-health support last year, 700 had not received an answer in four months and 500 were still awaiting word after eight months. Such a delay could threaten a veteran’s “stabilization and recovery,” the report states. The feds are trying to right this wrong by promising $200 million for expanded mental health initiatives, but most of the money is designated for an Operational Stress Injury clinic in Halifax, and nine other satellite office, and the remainder, apparently, will be paid out over the next 50 years. This does not sound like an honourable solution to an issue that is of increasing concern to returning vets. At the heart and core of what it means to be a Canadian are principles of service and sacrifice, particularly in dark days when peace and democracy are threatened. Maybe it’s time the federal government took a long, hard look at what is required to repay our service men and women for their dedication. The OAK BAY NEWS is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
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Climate change far from certain Re: Climate change will prove costly for Oak Bay (Oak Bay News Dec. 3). According to Mayor Nils Jensen, there is “recent science” that indicates the sea level will rise by one metre by the end of the century. Nonsense. This assertion is based on completely unproven models that suggest such a rise as a worstcase scenario in 100 years based on countless assumptions (which is definitely not science).
What will probably happen to ocean levels is what has actually happened to ocean levels since the end of the last ice age: seven inches of rise per century. This means you can relax Mayor Jensen - Oak Bay needn’t worry about ocean flooding for about 600 years. Similar nonsense was stated by David Suzuki in the News several weeks ago when he claimed that the 10 warmest years on
Debt a burden for students I was happy to see the issue of student debt addressed in the Dec. 3 editorial ‘Students facing a mountain of debt’. As a prospective UVic student myself, the concern of financial limitations has been mild but present, and I know that many are not as lucky as me. It seems the issue is sometimes overshadowed by others – as serious as they may be – and with such a pressing relevance to myself I find it important to recognize the challenge students face as they take on this critical step not just for their own education but for the betterment of society. The article’s succinct call for change, citing the provincial economy, dependent on a skilled workforce, voices my thoughts exactly. If the government does not act to subsidize some of these costs, and the overwhelming cycle of student
record have all occurred since 1998. This is simply not true. According to the Goddard Institute for Space Studies, the 10 hottest years on record are (in order, warmest first): 1934, 1998, 1921, 2006, 1931, 1999, 1953, 1990, 1938 and 1954. That said, it would have been much warmer than these years during the Medieval Warming Period that occurred between approximately 950 AD and
loans is not addressed, our society as a whole will suffer. I was especially glad to see the author focus on the necessity of need-based scholarships, which, as is mentioned, were eliminated nearly a decade ago. Yes, students deserve recognition for their performance through high school, but not at the cost of another student’s opportunity. Hopefully the issue will continue to receive the attention it deserves and students will eventually be able to receive a necessary education without sacrificing other aspects of their life. I also hope local sources such as the Oak Bay News can continue to generate a successful push for progress. Amir Harding Seattle, Wash.
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1250 AD when most of the northern hemisphere was 1C to 3C warmer than today. During this time Greenland was widely inhabited and the British Isles had a bourgeoning grape growing and wine making industry (something impossible today – it’s far too cold). The News should engage in some factchecking before publishing such alarmist nonsense. D. Gramlich Oak Bay
deer pregnancies revealed some interesting facts. Times of the year may differ slightly for different breeds of deer but the time frame is very close. Female deer are short day breeders and the entire mating season lasts from October to December. In southern parts of the country does will not mate until January or February. The gestation period is generally 180 days and fawns are born in late spring. The mayor of Oak Bay wants to start the deer cull in early January which means there is an excellent chance a pregnant deer will be killed. When it comes to using the clover trap method there is no discrimination on what is killed. A doe or a buck, a healthy animal or a sick one. William Jesse Oak Bay
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Oak Bay Fire Capt. Rob Kivell recommends a carbon monoxide detector, as seen here, be a regular part of household equipment, particularly in the winter. homes had working smoke detectors that were the first indicator of a problem. The fire department suggests installing smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home. For the best protection, interconnect all smoke alarms throughout the home. When one sounds, they all sound. Test smoke alarms monthly. Many are manufactured with another alarm they recommend.
Did you know? n You should get rid of your tree when it starts to drop its needles. Dried-out trees are a fire danger and should not be left indoors (home or garage) or left leaning against a building. The B.C. Lions Society helps you dispose of your Christmas tree in an environmentally friendly way with the closest of six depots being the Save-on-Foods at Fort and Foul Bay on Jan. 3.
“All gas and wood appliances give off monoxide, make sure you have a working carbon monoxide detecter in your home,” Kivell said. “We do recommend homes have a carbon monoxide detector near sleeping rooms.” With trees dominating household holiday decor, the fire captain reminds residents to also carefully maintain trees for safety. Purchase an artificial tree that is fire retardant. If going for a fresh tree, choose one with green needles that don’t easily fall off. Before placing the tree, cut one to two inches off the bottom of the trunk and make sure to add water to the basin daily. Place the tree a minimum one metre from heat sources and make sure it doesn’t block an exit. Replace lights that are loose, or have worn cords. Always turn the tree off before leaving the home or going to bed. “We’re hoping for a safe Christmas this year. It’s always a tense time for us here,” Kivell said. “We ask people just to be a little more cautious this time of year.”
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Oak Bay pays lip service to holidays The businesses in Oak Bay Village are inviting people to share the love this season. During December, mistletoe has been hung throughout Oak Bay Village, with the areas marked with signs on the sidewalk indicating it’s a ‘kissing spot’. “It’s an idea we had seen work elsewhere and we thought it would be a fun way to celebrate the tradition and share some love over the season,” said
Elizabeth Smith, president of the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association. “The response has been great. When people hear about it or see the mistletoe they can’t help smiling.” Spots are spread throughout Oak Bay Village. One of the spots is in the Monterey Mews where two characters from Grace Point kiss. The Monterey Mews location is also designated as a “pooch smooch” spot where
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the podium. Last year it was 11,” Butterfield said. “That’s a beautiful moment, when I realize I’m not that important.” This year’s edition of VPC’s annual concert features 16-yearold soprano soloist Julia Hensley, and the Brasstastic Quartet, an ensemble of graduates and students from the University of Victoria. “You never get bored,” Butterfield said. “At the end
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The threat of wind diminished and a dozen boats sailed past the shores of Oak Bay in an annual tradition of Sea of Lights last weekend to raise donations for the Salvation Army. “The event was a great success, and the forecast strong winds did not materialize,” said organizer John Carter of the Royal Victoria Yacht Club. “We had about a dozen decorated boats, and even a couple of stand-up paddleboards, all following the beautifully decorated HMCS Oriole.” All boats received a prize at the dinner afterwards, with some imaginative prize categories created by Mayor Nils Jensen. The three main prizes went to “Molly Malone” and skipper Andrew McBride (RVYC’s newly elected commodore) for best sailboat; “Lobo” and skipper Dave Trace earned best motorboat, and sailboat “Tir na n’Og” and her skipper Peter Keller earned best overall title. Carter estimates around 2,000 spectators warmed by the bonfire on Willows Beach followed by a lower-key event with around 150 spectators at Gyro Beach. “The Salvation Army were happy with their substantial charity collections,” he said. cvanreeuwyk@oakbaynews.com
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everybody’s standing up because they’re singing and they don’t know whether to clap or collapse… because they’ve done it.” Along with familiar favourites for audience participation, the concert includes new musical twists on traditional carols, and Peter Butterfield repertoire that ranges from 17th century Monteverdi to more contemporary composers such as Britten and Rutter, accompanied by Vancouver organist Michael Molnar. “I love when the whole thing is in full flight, when everybody in the room is singing and there’s a sense of celebration of this special time of year,” Butterfield said. It’s all about “fun, fun, fun and bring your voice with you.” The Family Christmas Carol Sing-along Concert is Monday, Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. in St. Mary’s Church, 1701 Elgin Rd. Doors will open by 6:30, and it’s first come, first served, with the front benches reserved for those with small children. Tickets are $20, $10 for students and free for children 12 and younger, available at Ivy’s Bookshop, the Shieling, Long & McQuade, Tanner’s books in Sidney and online at vpchoir.ca.
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I also believed the research of Pauling and Stehbens irrefutable. Now, the work of Dr. Bush has convinced me my decision was prudent. But to take large doses of vitamin C and lysine requires swallowing many pills daily. It’s a tall order for those who dislike swallowing one pill. So for several years I’ve been trying to find a company that would manufacture a combination of vitamin C and lysine powder. Now Medi-C Plus™ is available at health food stores and specialty pharmacies. The dosage for the Medi-C Plus combination is one flat scoop mixed with water or juice with breakfast and the evening meal. Those at greater risk should take one flat scoop three times a day. This column does not recommend that those taking CLDs should stop them. That is a decision that can only be made by patients and doctors. As for me – I bet my life on vitamin C and lysine! I turned 90 this year.
Dr. Sydney Bush, an English researcher, has now proven that vitamin C can reverse atherosclerosis. Bush took retinal photographs, then started his patients on high doses of vitamin C and lysine. One year later additional pictures showed atherosclerosis had regressed in retinal arteries. Sixteen years ago following my own coronary attack, cardiologists claimed it was sheer madness for me to refuse cholesterol-lowering drugs. Instead, I decided to take high doses of vitamin C plus lysine with breakfast and the evening meal. I knew that Dr. Graveline, a physician and NASA astronaut, had twice developed transient global amnesia from taking cholesterol lowering drugs (CLD’s). I was also aware that patients have died from CLDs. Others have developed kidney, liver and muscle complications.
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Hyundai composes a memorable new Sonata Hyundai is a company that pushes the Inside envelope in terms of styling, vehicle As with the outside, the interior has content, engine choices and value, makbeen given a total refresh, no basic ing others carmakers take notice. tweaking here. The same, more muted The last generation Hyundai Sonata, design is at work here too, now the allreleased in 2011, is a perfect example. new centre console is wider and flatter The “Fluidic Sculpture” design language than the last car. This makes the car really set the pace for the mid-size class feel more open and airy, the brushed Hyundai has done aluminum surround is bright and the of cars. The competitors that followed, like the Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry and it again, delivering a way the buttons and dials are fitted is Honda Accord, all took styling chances to none. Fit and finish is one very attractive car, full second after that Sonata was introduced. The area that Hyundai does as well, if not same too for the engine development, of features and at an better than most. Even on the base including smaller turbocharged 4-cyl$23,999 GL model, the Sonata comes attractive price. inder engines and fuel saving direct with standard heated front seats, backZack Spencer injection technology; compared with up camera, Bluetooth, 5-inch radio/ the competition all this technology was backup screen, satellite radio and USB ahead of the curve. Now, just a few years later, the connectivity. The $26,299 GLS adds a power driver’s Sonata gets another refresh, making this car more seat, heated leather steering wheel and heated rear compelling than ever. seats, and these are just the two entry-level cars. All cars now come with additional 2.5 cm of rear Looks legroom and a very useful trunk that is expandable, As dynamic as the Fluidic Sculpture design was, it thanks to a 60/40 split rear seat. didn’t age well. Cars that are heavily styled can date
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Drive Both the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and the 2.0L turbo have been carried over from the last model but they have been modified to produce better torque delivery and fuel economy. Hyundai has dropped the horsepower output from 198hp to 185hp in the 2.4L and limited the torque to 178hp. The 2.0L turbo also receives a horsepower drop from 274hp to 245hp and the torque drops from 268 lb.-ft to 160 lb.-ft. Hyundai claims that the torque is lower in the RPM range and the fuel consumption is improved. The experience behind the wheel of the turbo is still very invigorating but not as hectic as the last model, it delivers a more usable driving experience. Power is smooth and refined; the turbo feels like a V6 without the accompanying fuel bill.
For a safe and secure ride in snow, ice, slush or whatever the cold weather condition, the Toyo Observe GSi5 will deliver exceptional traction when you need it most. Designed and tested for our winters, it features the latest developments in sipe technology, an optimized tread pattern combined with Microbit studless tire technology you need to go. Toyo Tires – engineered for the real world.
Verdict Hyundai has done it again, delivering a very attractive car, full of features, at an attractive price. 2.4L models range from $23,999 to $32,999 in the top Limited trim. This model has most of the features found in the top 2.0L turbo but without the added power. The base 2.0L turbo starts at $30,999 and the top Ultimate model, seen here, is $34,799. Both the Limited and Ultimate get the forward collision warning system and lane departure safety features, plus they also get adaptive cruise control. For 2015, the Sonata is a big step foreword in design. The added safety features will be attractive and the constant pushing-of-the-envelope from Hyundai is welcome. The Lowdown Power: 2.4L 185hp or 2.0L Turbo with 245hp Fill-up: 9.8L/6.7L/100km (city/highway) Sticker price: $23.999-$34,799 zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca
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Hello winter, my old friend By Ian Harwood
The rain and windstorms have started and it won’t be long before the temperatures start to dip. Northern BC and the Interior have already experienced the cold. At the coast, it seems every year the first snowfall creates chaos and adjusting to the conditions is a big challenge for many people. That said; driving in the winter season generally presents more problems than driving in other seasons wherever you call home. The vehicle and the driver must be prepared as well as possible to cope with these kinds of driving conditions. In winter driving, braking and stopping the vehicle, of course, cause the most difficult moments. The tires play a critical role in stopping the vehicle, and they need even more care and attention than in the other seasons. Most SUVs have a passenger car tire classification with M+S stamped on the sidewall, for Mud and Snow and are considered all-season tires. If it is not, your vehicle must be fitted with tires suitable for any type of climate, even the most severe ones. In winter the pressure of the tire must also be controlled more frequently. This is because a reduction of the outside temperature causes a contraction of the air inside the tire, accelerating the normal and gradual pressure loss process by a value around 1-2 PSI for each 5° C decrease in temperature. Contrary to popular opinion, a lower inflation pressure than normal does not
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St. Mary’s singers offer a chance to enjoy the seasonal segment of Messiah and sing along to some Christmas favourites leading up to Christmas. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Choir and Friends present Part 1 of Handel’s Messiah and Hallelujah Chorus on Dec. 21. “This part of the Messiah will only last about an hour … it’s basically the Christmas section. Then we’ll have some lighter seasonal music, mainly a number of singalong carols,”
from the Victoria Mendelssohn Choir, alto Elizabeth Barrett and alto and bass Mark Marquette, will perform solos as well as a 10-string chamber orchestra along with organist John Limbert. “We just wanted to inject some energy into the church, and it’s an opportunity for us to offer this to the community. And a chance for people to get together that love to sing … for Oak Bay,” Bergen said. St. Mary’s Anglican Church Choir and Friends present Part 1 of Handel’s Messiah and Hallelujah Chorus
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said Curt Bergen, music director at the church. “It’s a joyful celebration of Christmas.” The performance and singalong is the first concert of its kind for the Elgin Street church. They’re bringing in friends from regional groups to round out the chorus and a few special guests: Dr. Amyrose McCue Gill, who grew up in the area and has sung with the church in the past, as well as tenor soloist Dr. Marvin Regier. “They’re prominent and have sung internationally,” Bergen said. A pair of singers
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Families the focus at Christmas for Salvation Army Goal to make holidays special for family members of all ages Angela Cowan News staff
“A lot of people think of the younger kids, but the biggest gap that we see in toys is for teenagers up to 18 years old. They’re definitely a tricky demographic to buy for.” – Keira Schindel, Salvation Army definitely a tricky demographic to buy for.” Soft blankets, scarves or mitten sets and books are a great idea for the older age groups. The easiest way to cover off the teens is to drop off or mail gift cards to the Salvation Army’s Stan Hagen Centre for Families at 2695 Quadra St. in Victoria. “Gift cards are a good way to do a catchall,” Schindel says. “It allows teens a little more choice in what they’re looking for.” Cash donations are always welcome, as it gives the organization the funds to purchase needed supplies, such as warm socks or fresh food. Just listen for the ringing bells to find a kettle around town, or for tech-savvy donors, text hope1005 to 45678 to donate Photo contributed $5 to the campaign. The toy shop at the Salvation Army’s Stan Hagen Centre for Families has a wide With the Salvation Army’s toy shop hav- assortment of items for children of all ages. The shop opened its doors a week ing opened a week earlier than usual this earlier than usual this year, and has seen more than 500 families go through. year and more families than ever expected to benefit from their annual campaigns, there’s never been a better time to give and I’m so happy I decided to help make sure families across the make region Shannon Oaks myn For a boost of holiday spirit, buy a ticket to the Naden Band’s Christmas home. Everyone here has have a wonderful holiday. Concerts at the Royal Theatre, on nightly at 7:30 p.m. from Dec. 15 to 17. become family. For more information, call the Salvation Tickets are $10 and concert-goers are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy Army at 250-386-3366 ext. 3. for the Salvation Army toy drive. acowan@goldstreamgazette.com
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With Christmas just over two weeks away, many people are stocking up on goodies and braving crowds to get their shopping done. But for low-income families, the challenges of the holiday season can often outweigh the excitement, and that’s where the Salvation Army comes in. “Everyone has their own family traditions, but within society we usually think of that big Christmas dinner and then opening gifts,” says Keira Schindel, public relations and event co-ordinator. “Salvation Army really tries to make sure families get that, so they feel supported throughout the season.” The food drives, kettle campaigns and toy shop are the major focal points for the charitable organization. “We’re anticipating helping over 3,000 households with hampers,” Schindel says. “And we’ve already had 500 families through the toy shop.” They’re still collecting donations for the toy shop, she adds, hoping to fill in the need for older gifts. “A lot of people think of the younger kids, but the biggest gap that we see in toys is for teenagers up to 18 years old. They’re
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Holiday hijinks: memories of the chaos of the season Does this mother’s ode to Christmas sound familiar?
It’s time for bed, yes it’s really near; then in walks dad, wanting Christmas cheer. Sometime later Ma’s finally in bed, sugar plums bump and crash in her ’Twas the night before Christhead. mas and all through the bedroom, Then there’s a cry, a it’s complete chaos and utter bedshriek, a scream; it’s two lam o’clock, one’s having a bad Ma in her ‘kerchief tries to pull Susan Lundy dream. in the reins, while sugar courses Mom pulls herself up, through the children’s veins. The stockings are hung with moder- stumbles into the night, pats a small ate care, only one eggnog stain and a back until all is all right. Then back to sleep, no more than an tiny tear. Five cookies set out with Santa’s snack, hour, the other child calls that her belly have gently been nibbled and put right is “sour.” Then it’s all quiet throughout the back. The carpet is tangled with tinsel and house, till the dog starts scratching, the cat hair, a forgotten candy cane sticks cat finds a mouse. And now dawn’s fingers stretch across fast to a chair. But finally the moon rises over the the sky, the children stir and start to sigh. “Wake up, wake up,” they bounce on lawn, the children slow and start to yawn. Once tucked in bed, the coast is clear, the bed; mom lifts her eyes, they feel and mom brings out the Christmas gear. like lead. She grabs those girls and snuggles in Boxes, bows, ribbons and bags, wrapclose, then they fell back to sleep until ping paper, tape, Christmas tags. It covers the table, the carpet, her toes; the sun rose! What better gift than an hour’s shut wrap, wrap, snip, snip, on and on it goes. Mom peeks at the clock and then looks eye: it adds new meaning to St. Nick’s away, it’s getting late, tomorrow’s a big cry: “Happy Christmas to all,” and he’s so day. Finally the boxes are under the tree, right, when he adds “and to all, a very good night.” ma’s so tired she can hardly see.
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The part of your day you look forward to the most?
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SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCES IN BUYING AND SELLING YOUR HOME 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 Dan Ebenal at 250-480-3239 or email editor@ oakbaynews.com to share your ideas.
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AS OF DEC. 8/14 COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD
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Property transfer tax is just one of the costs that must be paid at the time of closing
Costs can sneak up on home buyers Down payment not the only expense homeowners need to keep in mind Dan Ebenal News Staff
You’ve found the home of your dreams and put aside the money you’ll need for a down payment, so now all you need to do is make an offer and then sit back and wait for the moving van to arrive. Well, not so fast. There’s a lot of other costs involved in the purchase of a home, and not being prepared for those costs can lead to your dream home slipping right through your fingers. Oak Bay realtor Cassie Kangas said she often encounters buyers who are caught off guard when informed of the additional costs they’ll likely face when buying a home. “Obviously, first-time buyers have no clue because they’ve never done it before. But even people who’ve bought before, or maybe haven’t bought for a long time, there is stuff that has changed or they’ve just forgotten about it,” said the realtor with DFH Real Estate. Kangas has prepared a budget sheet that allows her to walk through some of the additional costs they’re likely to encounter. When we go through those hard numbers, people for the most part are always caught off guard by something.” Some of the costs that buyers should be prepared for are legal fees, land survey, property appraisal, municipal taxes, insurance and moving costs. Unless you’re a first-time buyer and the home is under $475,000, you will also be looking at a property transfer tax of one per cent on the
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Oak Bay realtor Cassie Kangas has a budget sheet she goes over with all prospective buyers giving them an idea of the additional costs that go along with the purchase of a home. first $200,000 and two per cent on the balance. “People often don’t realize that none of those costs can be rolled into the mortgage. They need liquid money for that, and it has to be cash available and it has to be paid at closing through the lawyers, in most cases,” said Kangas. “And because you need that on top of your down payment in accessible money, that’s a big chunk of change.” She said another thing buyers don’t often realize is that there are stringent rules governing the gift of a down payment from a parent or grandparent. Dana Stevulak, senior mortgage specialist with TD Canada Trust,
said there must be a statement showing the money has been withdrawn from the giver’s account and another showing it transferred to the recipient. “Then we have a one-page gift letter that has to be signed showing that you are in fact gifting this money to a child or grandchild,” said Stevulak. “It’s just really to prevent money laundering so people aren’t just shuffling money around. It’s very simple and straightforward.” Both Stevulak and Kangas also recommend to get pre-approved for your mortgage before you head out shopping for homes. “A lot of people put the cart before the horse and they start
looking at houses and then want to get pre-approved,” said Kangas. “Maybe they will lose the deal because in between somebody else is pre-approved and gets the house, or they can’t really afford what they think can afford.” Kangas said buyers should also remember they will be required to make a deposit of no less than five per cent of the cost of the home at the time they make an offer. “I think the biggest piece of advice I could give someone is to work with a realtor who sits you down before you start looking at homes to go through those hard costs so you know you can afford what you’re looking for.” editor@oakbaynews.com
Jordy Harris & Rick Allen NEWPORT REALTY VICTORIA BC 1286 Fairfield ROAd 250-385-2033 office 250-385-3763 fax www.jordyharris.com
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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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Welcome to an exquisite, completely renewed lakefront Haven with so much to offer, it just has to be seen. Two romantic fireplaces, warm and elegant finishing, views, sunrises; how can we describe the waterside playground oasis that this property is? Pride of ownership is detailed throughout, and when you are not drinking your coffee on the Adirondack chairs overlooking the Lake, you will be luxuriating in the Spa soaker tub-shower ensuite, or happily gazing over the quartzite counters of your Urbana designed kitchen to the magic Blue! $1,298,888
Quality Built Zen Home
This well designed 3 bedroom home enjoys a garden view open kitchen, cozy adjoining family room, and rare formal dining room, complete with gorgeous rock fireplace. Custom design is evident in the avantegard open stairways and straight clean lines of its exterior. Beautifully landscaped Japanese zen-like terraced backyard takes full advantage of the one acre property. Call Now! $750,000
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VIEWS from every room - ocean, mountain, city and forest Stunningly beautiful Woodside farm with approximately 1450 Your Mountain Top Aerie Awaits! Be on top of the world with covenant protected. MODERN MINIMALIST DESIGN-natural light, feet of ocean front, 83.75 acres, of which approximately 30 acres is this Care Award Winner built home of virtually 4700 square feet. privacy, and healthy living. Highest quality construction and eco- forest. One residence is 2,262 square feet, the other a circa 1884, Floor to ceiling windows beautifully frame Ocean AND Lakefront Brigadoon, there my Heart Forever Lies. Money, Money, Money! Maximum Views with friendly 4,300 fronts squareonfeet fourwaterway! bedroomsThis and4-level five approximately 3,844 squareLocated foot farmhouse. Amazing, excellent (swim next door!) in nearly every Precision room. The layoutDesign melds One of thematerials. loveliest beach thewith Gorge FANTASTIC opportunity. in desirable Oak Bay border area.Views Luxury home w/ breathtaking ocean & mountain views. Precision built home oceanfront home features oak hardwood floors, an open concept baths, Smart Home with automation, Rinnai Demand Hot Water condition working Dutch Barn, approximately square feet charm,efffeaturing ortlessly atocathedral three decks for perfect indoor-outdoor flow. formal Live in one, and rent the other! The main level5000 retains the 1912 entrance, smartly designed kitchen, Great room, and 2 bed extra accommodation. A glassed-in Conservatory while the upper level is recently updated. 7 ft height bonus inlaw sitting/reception rm & family rm. both w. gas fp, and a gracious dining Heatera and bonushothigh-end Designer legal suite classic two levels. It remains an operating farm. A truly Potential Suite, Billiards-Bar-Media Room below leave the High covers relaxing tub. Walk acrossone 1/3bedroom Acre of English country with accommodation in the lower area. Main floor presently used rm. Sumptuous master bed w. generous walk-in closet/dressing rm. & with AMAZING Stepsedge; to lagoon property with huge opportunity. gardens, down to VIEWS. the water’s launchand yoursandy canoebeach. from your 130 ft magical perfectly sated. ensuite. Lower level offers self-contained suite & wine celler. commercially, current revenue approximately $4643 per month (buyerFlyer of waterfront. This private Paradise is a mere 15 mins. to Victoria $1,995,000 $4,890,000 $959,000 to verify). Be quick on this one! (Floor Plans Avail) $899,000 $799,999 city centre. $750,000
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Friday, December 12, 2014 - OAK BAY NEWS
Reader Photo of the Week OPEN HOUSES | DEC. 12 TO DEC. 17, 2014 VICTORIA
1003-520 Douglas St., $349,900 MLS 339521, Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Paul Askew, 250-380-8824
403-415 Linden Avenue, $198,500
MLS 344356, Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Morgan Baker, 250-361-6520
607 Vancouver St., From $533,000
Daily 1-4, Large & Co. Earl Large, 250-885-0434
208-1040 Rockland, $359,000
MLS 343309, Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Phil Warren, 250-370-7788
#102-1361 Hillside Ave., $375,000 MLS 343524, Saturday 1-3 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736
SAANICH EAST
5-4305 Maltwood Lane, $549,900 MLS 344320, Sat & Sun 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Gunnar Stephenson, 250-384-8124
2485 Cadboro Heights Lane, $1,589,000 Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Julie Rust, 250-385-2033
1568 Eric Road, $659,000 MLS 344522, Saturday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Chris Fairlie, 250-479-3333
4942 Cordova Bay Rd., $775,000 MLS 343314, Saturday 11-1 Newport Realty Julie Rust, 250-385-2033
SAANICH WEST
211-4529 West Saanich Road, $339,900 MLS 343719, Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Corie Meyer, 250-384-8124
SAANICH PENINSULA
303-7088 West Saanich Road, $211,800 MLS 344157, Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608
7182 West Saanich Road., From $370,000 Friday, Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Murray Lawson, 250-477-5353
WEST SHORE
2783 Penelope Place, 1047 Braeburn Avenue, $424,900
Sunday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003
358 Christopher Pl., $497,900
MLS 344759, Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Judy Campbell, 250-744-3301
3002 Alouette Drive, $549,900
3310 Ocean Blvd, $749,000
MLS 331017, Saturday 1-3 Newport Realty Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736
Heron’s Landing at Latoria Creek From $294,900
Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Greg Long, 250-384-8124
2783 Penelope Place, $439,900
Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003
MLS 343785, Saturday & Sunday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Corie Meyer, 250-384-8124
2655 Sooke Rd., from $199,900
The Terraces at Latoria Walk, From $639,900
Saturday & Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun John Percy, 250-508-1551
Thursday - Sunday 12-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Greg Long, 250-384-8124
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University of Victoria employee Bianca Chu raises her wish on a tree during a holiday celebration in front of the MacPherson Library at UVic. The annual Christmas celebration is put on by UVic Food Services.
Library fines forgiven for a donation The Greater Victoria Public Library is ready to turn the page on overdue fines in exchange for a donation to the food bank. The library will host a systemwide holiday open house on Saturday between 2-4 p.m., with all 10 branches providing festive refreshments and holiday craft tables for kids.
In the spirit of the holidays, Dec. 13 will also be “Food for Fines” day. The library will waive up to $5 in overdue fines per cardholder for anyone bringing in a non-perishable donation to any branch. All donations will be brought to a local food bank to help those in need. “Communities rely on their
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