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New triathlon may fit your New Year’s resolutions There are plenty of opportunities to create a healthier lifestyle Tim Collins Gazette contributor

The shortbread cookies are done and the turkey dinners are a fading, fragrant memory. But the hangover of overindulgence and sedentary holiday habits can last far beyond the holiday season, says Kirk Lewis, co-founder of Westshore Triathlon. “We see a lot of people around this time of year who have resolved to make a change in their lifestyle and get healthier,” he says. “And I like to think that we have a pretty good way for them to do exactly that.” Lewis and “It’s easy to beg company took off going for a run the opportunity or a swim if you’re of the new year to the first trying to do it alone. announce Langford Triathlon It’s a lot harder if will be held July 5. The open water you know that 10 swim happens in other people are Langford Lake, with the cycling portion waiting for you to happening between show up and join Langford and View Royal and the run them.” section on the – Donna Porter paths and roadways around the lake. “The great thing about our group is that there is something for everyone,” says Stephanie Carter, who co-founded Westshore Triathlon in 2011 and for the past three years has helped organize the Westshore Triathlon and Duathlon in April. “We get all kinds of people joining us,” she says. “It doesn’t matter whether you’re male or female; it doesn’t matter what your age might be or where your fitness level is now.” Westshore Triathlon Tri Club member Donna Porter says part of what makes

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Westshore Triathlon co-founders Kirk Lewis and Stephanie Carter, and Tri Club member Donna Porter stand on the shores of Langford Lake, the main site of the first Langford Triathlon this July. deciding to do a triathlon a great New Year’s resolution is that you can start at any level and train with others who are in the same boat. “It’s the motivation that really is the key here,” she says. “It’s easy to beg off going for a run or a swim if you’re trying to do it alone. It’s a lot harder if you know that 10 other people are waiting for you to show up

and join them.” Support from fellow club members also helps keep participants on track, she adds. “You’ll be struggling a little and the others are encouraging you, telling you that you can do it, and suddenly you find that you can.” For readers thinking no path can possibly take you from your present fitness level to doing a triathlon, Carter

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It isn’t the way anyone would hope to start their year. At approximately 7 p.m. on Jan. 1, a 25-yearold woman was assaulted in the presence of her four-year-old child after seven masked men forced their way into their home in the 800-block of Brock Avenue in Langford. After ransacking the home and leaving with an undisclosed amount of jewelry and money, West Shore RCMP – with the help of the Saanich police canine unit – conducted a search of the area, but were unable to locate any of the suspects. The woman was taken to hospital and treated for minor injuries. The child was not physically harmed during the ordeal. Later that same night, at approximately 12:30 a.m., RCMP attended a home in the 1300-block of Antrobus Cres. in Colwood after a member of the public called in a tip about suspicious activity in that area. The attending officers responded immediately and discovered a home-invasion-style robbery in progress and apprehended three of four suspects as they fled the home. Const. Alex Berube, spokesperson for West Shore RCMP, said two of the Colwood home’s occupants were threatened during the burglary, but no one was physically harmed, and credits the “swift thinking of a concerned citizen” with facilitating the police’s ability to attend and make the arrests. He adds that they are always looking for the public’s help with these types of cases, and anyone with information should contact West Shore RCMP at 250-474-2264 or Crimestoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477). As of the Gazette’s print deadline, all seven suspects from the Langford invasion and one escapee from the Colwood incident were still at large. mdavies@goldstreamgazette.com

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Hampers made holidays less bleak for some Nearly 700 area households were helped by program in 2014 Tim Collins Gazette contributor

The Christmas holidays can be a joyous time of year, but they can also be one of the most stressful times for those barely managing to get by. That’s why Gayle Ireland and a group of like-minded volunteers banded together in 1988 to create what would become the Westshore Christmas Hamper Fund. “It was our way of making sure that Christmas was a time when people who were struggling could still share the holiday with the rest of us … and do it with dignity and respect,” said Ireland, president of that group and the Westshore Food Bank Society. Thanks to the generosity of people on the West Shore and the work done by volunteers, 2014 was a banner year for the hamper program, she said. “We managed to provide 673 hampers this year. That’s 673 households that had a happy Christmas because of the community’s care and generosity.” The organizing began in September and the last hamper was delivered on New Year’s Day, Ireland said. Aside from the volunteers at the food bank facilities below the Langford Legion, the program was helped by a host of other people

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Westshore Christmas Hamper Fund vice-president/treasurer Paul Patrick, left, president Gayle Ireland and office manager Carol Meikle celebrate the charity’s successful 2014 campaign. and events that raised money for the hamper fund. Among those was the Fleet Diving Unit’s annual Turkey Run, which, despite a major format change, brought in enough money to provide a turkey voucher for every household receiving a hamper. “We also got a lot of support

from local businesses,” said Paul Patrick, the hamper program’s vice-president and treasurer. “Local businesses like West Shore Towing gave us very generous donations … and Santas Anonymous sent over a whole truckload of toys.” Those toys made it possible for parents with children to make sure

their little ones had a gift under the tree come Christmas morning. “It’s especially hard on children. They don’t understand why other kids are getting presents and they have nothing. We made sure that didn’t happen,” Ireland said. Toys were arranged on shelves and parents receiving hampers were given the opportunity to

select items that best suited their children, she said. “They know what their little one asked Santa for. I can tell you that some of those parents left here with tears in their eyes … they were just so relieved. That’s the most heartwarming thing.” Older children weren’t forgotten, as parents were given gift cards so their teen’s Christmas was a little more special as well. Carol Meikle, the fund’s office manager, stressed that none of this generosity would have been possible without the energy and giving spirit of the program’s volunteers. “Those people were just amazing. They’re doing work that is pretty simple – sometimes repetitive, like packing boxes and stocking shelves – but without them we couldn’t do any of this,” she said. With the Christmas Hamper Fund complete for another year, the Westshore Food Bank will once again become operational. “Unfortunately, hunger isn’t seasonal,” Patrick said. “Over Christmas people are very generous – amazingly so – and right now we have a good stock of food. But the need is so great that I know by the end of January a lot of those shelves will be empty again.” Ireland is confident that people will come through to keep the food bank providing staples for those in need. “People on the West Shore are amazing, so generous. I know that they’ll be there for us, and we’ll be there for the people who need some help.” editor@goldstreamgazette.com

Foundation aims to preserve Metchosin’s natural assets Interest is high for preserving district as is Don Descoteau News Gazette staff

As the Western Communities surrounding Metchosin continue to grow in population and vitality, the residents of Metchosin increasingly view their role as preserving the plant and animal life in this region, together with the rivers, lakes, wetlands and marine areas that support this healthy, rural environment. With those goals in mind, the Metchosin Foundation was created as a registered charity to achieve three overarching goals: to encourage and support the rural nature of the district, to support and maintain a harmonious community, and to preserve and safeguard the flora and fauna of its unique ecosystems for the benefit of all Canadians. Chris Pratt, a man whose roots in the community date back to 1925, the year he was born, chairs the foundation’s board. He says the not-for-profit society that was established a few years back to raise money for conservation has been well received by the community. “With events like our Halloween dance, the annual Apple Festival, the Bio-Blitz and our Talk and Walk program, it’s raised our profile as an organization,” he says. “It’s an indication that there is support for keeping Metchosin the way it is.” The Talk and Walk program specifically

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Metchosin Foundation board chair Chris Pratt, here in one of his favourite places at Taylor Beach overlooking Parry Bay, is among a group of residents working to preserve the natural environment of the district and ensure Metchosin stays a comfortable place to live for all. has proven a great way to educate and inform residents and others interested in the natural attributes of Metchosin. Professional naturalists, some of whom live in the district, present talks on the flora and fauna of Metchosin and issues of importance, then take participants on walks to give them a hands-on connection to the top-

ics of discussion. “We’ve had 70 or more people attend the talks, Pratt says. “Forty to 50 is not unusual.” As with all foundations, the goal is to raise enough money to create endowments that support the foundation’s conservation and community goals. “Fundraising is a bit

of a preoccupation.” Among the group’s goals are the creation of conservation covenants on private land. Pratt estimates that it costs upwards of $10,000 to create a legal covenant that will protect sensitive ecosystems in perpetuity. A first victory in that department came when the Elrod family, owners of a 10-acre piece of property on Blinkhorn Mountain called Ty Mynydd, worked with the foundation, the Habitat Acquisition Trust and the Garry Oak Meadow Preservation Society to formally protect this stand of oaks and old growth fir that provides crucial cover for bears and cougars. The foundation is currently working on raising funds to secure a second covenant, for lands bordering Langford, where development is fast encroaching on the rural municipality. The group’s activities have attracted the attention of at least one high-profile group. The Victoria Foundation, one of the oldest in Canada and very well established financially, has offered to match funds invested with it by the Metchosin Foundation. Whatever it takes to produce a long-term funding source, Pratt says. “The better capitalized we are the more we can do.” The foundation is always looking to recruit new ideas and new members. While its major registration event happens at its annual general meeting in the spring, interested parties can find out more by visiting metchosinfoundation.ca or by calling Pratt directly at 250-478-3817. – with files from Carol Carman editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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Most West Shore residents – at least those who own property – have now received their 2015 assessment notices, reflecting the market value of their property as of July 1 of last year. “Most single family and strata residential home owners in the Capital Region will see average changes of -2 per cent to +3 per cent,” Regional Assessor Reuben Danakody said in a release. That means both the increases and decreases in property value are modest across the region, on average. For example, the average residential home price in Langford went from $408,000 to $407,000 from July 1, 2013 to July 1, 2014, a $1,000 drop, while View Royal had an average increase of $1,000, bringing their average home value to $430,000

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Arts community looks ahead with anticipation to 2015 In May, the council The trappings of and our community the new year – the partners once again celebrations, countworked with student downs, resolutions – artists to showcase always evoke for me their best works at the Roman god Janus. Royal Roads UniverIt’s no surprise that sity. We were able to Janus is often mistakoffer additional supenly identified as the port in 2014 to help namesake for January: expand the show with one face lookinto a full-scale event. ing to the past and Johanna We look forward to one facing the future, Henderson expanding this event Janus represents West Shore in new and exciting beginnings and tranArts Council ways in 2015. Stay sitions, like those we tuned. face in this month. He In August, in partnership with reminds us to take a moment at this time of year to reflect on the the City of Langford and Wespast, to celebrate our successes thills, we hosted the B.C. Day and to use that energy to work Performing Arts Festival, featuring a nonstop lineup of free towards a successful future. The past year saw contin- performances by local talents – ued steady growth of the West music, dancing, theatre, clownShore’s appetite for arts and ing and more – as well as food culture. In particular, our West and children’s activities. The Shore Arts Council continued to festival was well-enjoyed and expand our programming and served as a great affirmation of bolster our partnerships in local the diversity and quality of talent in our community. arts and culture events. Over this past year, the arts Here are some of 2014’s highcouncil continued to work lights:

toward the creation of a performing arts centre for our region. In the spring, the West Shore Arts Task Force evolved into a small Steering Committee which includes our council president. This group is stewarding the next phase of work and we expect the next year to be a productive one for the development of this project. Throughout 2014, we also had the privilege of sponsoring some of the West Shore’s most well-loved events, including the Colwood Art and Wine Festival, Metchosin Day, the Highlands Fling and the Luxton Fall Fair. Looking forward, our council has great energy and plans for the coming year, but we’re also interested in your ideas. Send us an email at info@westshorearts. org, or get involved by joining our membership and taking an active role the future of arts and culture in our community. For details, visit westshorearts.org. Johanna Henderson is a board member with the West Shore Arts Council and principal with Shelter Creative Services.

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Mike Davies joins the editorial team at the News Gazette. community around him, Davies is an avid golfer and reader and a film buff. He is writing his first novel, assembling a short story and poetry collection and is beginning work on his autobiography. So it’s clear that he loves words. He’ll be glad to hear of events you think he should attend, news he should know about, or even if you just want to say “welcome to town” by email at mdavies@goldstreamgazette.com.

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Cheers to the new year Royal Canadian Legion Prince Edward Branch 91 Sgt. at Arms Bob Bourdage, left, ways and means committee chair Bea Leblanc and acting president/first vice-president Terri Orser toast the new year along with fellow Legion members and other visitors during the organization’s annual New Year’s Day levee in Langford. Attendees were invited to share a cup of good cheer and enjoy a social visit with Legionnaires on Jan. 1.

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Braving the blue Pacific waters Participants in the annual New Year’s Day Polar Bear Swim in Metchosin race to get out of the frigid waters of the Pacific Ocean at Taylor Beach near Witty’s Lagoon. The event attracted a couple dozen hardy souls who donned their summer gear on a mid-winter’s day.

West Shore fitness options abound Happy New Year! As 2015 rolls in with lots of rain, it may be a time of reflection and also of resolution. For those of us who are resolving to make changes to our health, there are many options available to us on the West Shore. Moksha Yoga at 895 Langford Pky. will be offering free yoga and an open house this weekend Jan. 10 and 11, contact 778-433-0829 for details. Feel Good Yoga at 127- 2745 Veterans Memorial Pky. is offering free yoga classes for the week of Jan. 10 to 16. To register, visit feel good yogavictoria.com/schedule/. If you would like more info on detoxing your body, Bikram Hot Yoga is offering a New Years Detox Series. The first one happens Sunday, Jan. 11 from 2 to 3 p.m. The cost is

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$20; call 250-391-1975 to register. West Shore Parks and Recreation also has their new schedule posted at west shorerecreation.ca/schedules/drop-in-schedules. They offer a variety of fitness options, from skating to swimming to weight training. Perhaps you resolve to pursue some of your hobbies

or interests this year. For ladies who like to sing, the City of Gardens Chorus is holding open auditions on Tuesday Jan. 13 and 20 at 6:45 p.m. at Gordon United Church, 935 Goldstream Ave. Pre-registration is required by today (Jan. 7) by contacting Donna at 250 595-7810. If your resolutions involve networking, then the West Shore Chamber of Commerce has an early morning coffee talk scheduled for 7:30 a.m. Jan. 22. This is a great opportunity to network with business owners on the West Shore in a smaller, more intimate setting. Call 250-478-1130 for more details. Looking to be inspired on your special day this month? Head out to View Royal Casino’s Capricorn horoscope birthday night next Monday (Jan. 12). Enjoy a

fun and informative evening with holistic astrologer Kelly Benson. Call 250-391-0311 for more information. And don’t forget that kitchen scraps can no longer go in your garbage and have to be dealt with separately moving forward. For $4.95 per month Alpine Group will provide you with an in-house container and a curbside container. They will pick up your kitchen scraps on your regular scheduled garbage day. For more info, find the Alpine ad in today’s Gazette, email them at kitchenscrap@ alpinegroup.ca or call 250-4745145. Is your business new to the West Shore, is it moving or do you have some news to share about your operation? Contact Christine at cscott@goldstreamgazette.com or Shelley at swestwood@goldstream gazette.com.

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EDITORIAL

Christine Scott Publisher Don Descoteau Editor Penny Sakamoto Group Publisher

Goldstream News Gazette is published by Black Press Ltd. | 106-2800 Bryn Maur Rd., Victoria, B.C. V9B 3T4 | Editorial and Sales: 250-478-9552 • Fax: 250-478-6545 • Circulation Dept.: 250-480-3234

OUR VIEW

Graduation rates an issue in SD62 The province’s recently released graduation statistics for B.C. schools, including the Sooke School District, are enough to raise alarm bells in the hallways of SD 62. The rates of graduation, for students finishing Grade 12 for the first time and those listed as eligible to graduate – that could include students giving it another crack – trail the B.C. numbers by a significant margin and showed a dramatic drop from the previous year. Among all students listed as first-time Grade 12s in the Sooke district last school year, just 68 per cent graduated in 2014, compared to 80 for the entire province, a figure that includes both public and private schools. Where the overall B.C. graduation rates for first-time Grade 12s and those eligible to graduate have remained relatively stable over the past five years, the Sooke numbers dropped by six per cent in both categories last year – the “eligible” rate fell to 83 per cent. Critics of the education system as it is may point to the lower grad rates as a natural result of large classes, with teachers less able to offer personal attention to individual students who may be struggling. At the very least, it’s a sign that a significant number of young people attending high school on the West Shore will have their postsecondary timeline altered, whether their hope is to enrol at college or university, or join the work force. While SD62 has tended to post grad rates on the lower end of the provincial list over the years, the recent drop shows more work needs to be done to reverse the trend, especially with two new high schools opening this fall. The West Shore remains the fastest growing area of Greater Victoria, with more families moving here every year. While comparatively lower real estate prices are a big draw, quality schools are an equally important consideration for families with school-aged children. With parents able to bypass catchment rules with a relatively simple application these days, it behooves SD62 to act quickly to ensure a downward trend doesn’t continue as Royal Bay and Belmont secondaries start churning out new grads. What do you think? Give us your comments by email: editor@goldstreamgazette.com or fax 250-478-6545. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Goldstream News Gazette 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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U.S. is ripping us off on water of the value of flood protection from The U.S. has Canada over a 1968 all the way to 2024. barrel on water as well as oil these Boy, did we get taken. The SFU days, but the tide is turning. team calculates the value Last week I mentioned of that flood control to a new book called <I>The the U.S. at more like $32 Columbia River Treaty – A billion. Primer</I> by members of That’s not even the Simon Fraser University’s worst of it. The Kootenays climate adaptation were once the leading fruit team. This slim volume and vegetable growing makes the case that B.C. area in B.C., bigger than has ended up with a the Okanagan. Now in the shockingly bad deal from Arrow Lakes and other this 1964 treaty, which reservoirs, levels rise concerned itself entirely Tom Fletcher and fall dramatically to with flood control and B.C. Views steady the flow south. In hydroelectric power. addition to the large areas In those days there permanently flooded by the Mica, was little or no environmental Duncan and Hugh Keenleyside assessment. Agriculture, fish dams, this renders more of B.C.’s habitat and aboriginal impacts prime bottom land impassable. were ignored. More than a decade B.C. is paid precisely zero for after the disastrous flood year of this sacrifice, while Washington 1948, once Ottawa stopped its bureaucratic delays, U.S. public and state has developed a $5 billiona-year farm economy using our private power utilities paid B.C. stable irrigation source. That has $254 million to build three dams on helped their tree fruit growers push the Columbia system. some Okanagan orchardists out of Those dams (and one at Libby, business. Montana that mostly floods B.C. As U.S. billionaires continue to land) hold back the huge spring bankroll environmental attacks on runoff from the Rockies and B.C. and Alberta energy projects, then dole out water for power it’s worth noting that long before production in B.C. and for the the treaty, the U.S. military15 hydro dams previously built industrial complex had wiped out downstream in the U.S. The U.S. payment was for half the the Columbia River salmon runs. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers power over 30 years, which B.C. and its private power partners didn’t need at the time. Then our dammed everything they could American cousins cut us another find, exterminating a fishery bigger cheque for $64 million, an estimate

than the Fraser that had sustained aboriginal people on both sides of today’s border for thousands of years. B.C. Energy Minister Bill Bennett and SFU’s Jon O’Riordan both described to me their experience at the Columbia River Basin conference, held last October in Spokane. Their main impression was that Americans, including traditional tribes, want those salmon runs restored. Vast amounts have been spent on hatcheries and habitat to speed recovery below the Grand Coulee dam, which stands like a giant tombstone for migratory fisheries above it. Should the Americans ever manage to get salmon above their biggest dam, it will largely be up to B.C. to provide sufficient cool water to keep them alive. That service has an increasing value to the U.S. as well as an ongoing cost to B.C. Bennett surprised some in Spokane when he said the U.S. needs to pay more for the benefits from the Columbia River Treaty. The flood control agreement expires in 2024. The treaty requires 10 years’ notice for either country to exit. Climate shifts are expected to make B.C. water more important than ever. Your move, Uncle Sam. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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WestShore Centre Centre for for Learning Learning && Training Training

250-391-9002

Cohort Based Education

First Nations Graduation Program

he First Nations Graduation Program is not just a place where a multi-generational group of students from 16 and up come together to complete their grade 12. This program opens the door to completing this “rite of passage,” which for many students regardless of age can seem unattainable. In this program many find success, because the class is inclusive, diverse, and is based on the values of belonging, generosity, independence and mastery. We are not passive participants in our learning. We all have a voice and a responsibility to guide our own learning. There is lots of support in the classroom to help us be successful. We are given the time to gain confidence in ourselves, and our individual learning process. We are taught to work hard to achieve our goals and that no dream is unattainable. If you are thinking of joining this program, Do it. It’s amazing. You won’t regret making the change in your world.

Schools Langford Campus

101- 814 Goldstream Avenue

Colwood Campus 2139 Sooke Road

WestShore Metchosin Technical Centre 4495 Happy Valley Road

WestShore Sooke Learning Centre 2145 Townsend Road

WestShore Yellow House

PACE Musical Theatre

PACE Musical Theatre is a unique series of courses that provides both online learning and performance opportunities for students. Students receive instruction in Music, Dance and Acting and are able to perform in more than 20 shows each year. There are no pre-requisites and no auditions. Students in grades 8-12 may register in one 4-credit course per semester - chosen from a suite of courses available through the PACE Musical Theatre. Guest professional performers, speakers, choreographers, vocal coaches and theatre techs provide a professional working and learning environment. Rehearsals are held on Sundays at the Isabelle Reader Theatre. All students are welcome, and all are empowered to develop and extend their performance skills and their knowledge and appreciation of the theatre and entertainment industry.

Port Renfrew, Pacheedaht Nation, 6633 Deering Road

WestShore Beecher Bay Adult Learning Centre Scia’new Nation, 4744E Sooke Rd.

Upcoming Events Semester 2 - February 10 WestShore Advisory Council Meeting: Second Tuesday of the month NEW COURSES Watercolors, Foodsafe, Air Brake Instructor’s course ONLINE Medical Transcription PACE Spring Show - April 2 - 18 Graduation - June 25

103-6672 Wadams Way, Victoria, BC • 250-391-9002

www.westshorecentre.com

WestShore Centre is a thriving part of School District 62, providing academic courses, grade 12 completion and workplace training since 1986.

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WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice 250-391-9002

250-391-9002 WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice On-line and Paper Based Courses – call for an appointment 250-391-9002 Grades 8 & 9 Mathematics Science Social Studies English

Grades 10, 11, & 12 AP French Language 12 Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 10 & 11 *Art Foundations 11 & 12 Biology 11 & 12 *Business Information Management 12 Calculus 12 Chemistry 11 & 12 Communications 11 & 12 *Data Management 12 English 10, 11 & 12

Earth Science 11 Family Studies 12 First Nations Studies 12 Foundations of Math & Pre-Calculus 10 Foundations of Math 11 & 12 Geography 12 Graduation Transitions History 12 Law 12 *PACE Musical Theatre 10-12 Physical Education 10 & 12

Physics 11 & 12 Planning 10 & 12 Pre-Calculus Math 11 & 12 Science 10 Science & Technology 11 Social Justice 12 Social Studies 10 & 11 *Studio Arts Drawing & Painting 10, 11 & 12 Work Experience 12A & 12B * Some courses require attendance once a week.

Fast Forward to Graduation Did you know as an adult you can graduate in only 5 months? Here is your opportunity to get started on a new path to employment or post secondary education.

First Nations Graduation Program The Graduation Program integrates First Nations culture into the curriculum. It prepares students for their Grade 12 Graduation certificate. You will be involved in the community with the local First Nations artists, cultural instructors, community members, organizations and Elders.

Futures Programs, Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 The Futures Program provides students an opportunity to work as a cohort group. Our teachers’ work to foster excellent foundational skills, social and personal growth.

Semester 2

Metchosin Technical Centre

February 10 - June 25, 2015

Metchosin Technical Centre offers cohort-based programs for Grades 9 & 10. Metchosin Technical Centre offers a career focus utilizing hands-on projectbased experiential learning strategies and opportunities.

Day & Evening Classroom Academic Schedule Mathematics Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus 10

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Dual Credits with Camosun College

Pre-Calculus 11

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Mon/Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

If you are a student in the Sooke School District enroll in a Camosun course while you’re still in grade 12 and get a head start on your post secondary education. In collaboration with the Sooke School District, Camosun has waived prerequisites on selected first year courses. Tuition is free for Sooke School District students! Contact your school counsellor for registration information.

Science 10 Tutorial

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Science & Technology Tutorial

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Earth Science 11 Tutorial

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Biology 12

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Physics 11

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Chemistry 11

Tue/Thur

12:30 – 3:00 pm

Sustainable Resources 12

Wed

8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed

8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Fri

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Mo/Tu/Thur

12:15 –2:30 pm

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Art 11/12

Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Carpentry 11/12

Wed

8:45 – 2:30 pm

Drama, Film & Television 12

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Data Management 12

Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Musical Theatre 10/11/12

Sun

1:00 – 8:00 Spencer

Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 Sciences

English English 12

Social Studies First Nations Studies 12 Electives First Nations Art 11/12

FREE ACADEMIC COURSES

for all grad and non-grad students and adults • To register call 250-391-9002 for an appointment with our academic advisor • Complete a personal learning plan • Textbook deposit may be required • GRADS: Free academic Grade 11 & 12. Some restrictions apply for graduates

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Storefront Tutorial Support Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, and 3:30 - 7:30 pm All students registered in any WestShore Centre course or program can drop in to the WestShore Storefront, Monday to Thursday, for homework support with a teacher. Hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm and 3:30 - 7:30 pm. Please check with your teacher on times for specialized tutorial assistance.

On-line Academic Courses Classes start each month. WestShore Learning Centre offers Grade 8 to 12 academic courses, leading to a BC Graduation certificate. Grade 8-9, On-line provides a more flexible learning environment and the opportunity for self paced learning. Grade 10-12, Secondary school students may supplement their regular school schedule with additional courses through on-line or use this environment to begin Advanced Placement classes. The Adult Program provides a number of choices, from on-line courses to teacher-led seminars. These programs provide you with flexible learning options to complete graduation requirements or just for your personal interest.

Medical Terminology Medical Terminology consists of 60 hours of classroom work. Expect 6 or more hours of homework per week. This course is recognized by Camosun College for entry into certain healthcare programs and is the required prerequisite for the Medical Transcription Program. Prerequisite: English 12 or equivalent Fee: $450 + textbook $100 The Language of Medicine 10th Edition Instructor: Angela Kemna Dates: Tuesday & Friday, 6:00 - 8:30 pm Feb 17 - May 12 May 19 - Aug 7

Medical Office Assistant

ED2GO AT WESTSHORE CONVENIENT, AFFORDABLE AND EFFECTIVE. NEXT CLASS JAN. 21 Take ed2go courses from the comfort of your home or office at the times that are most convenient for you. Hundreds of engaging online courses to choose for adults covering every topic from A-Z Grantwriting to Web Design.

WWW.WESTSHORECENTRE.COM 250-391-9002 Bookkeeping Foundations/Sage 50 Learn how to cope with the bookkeeping demands of a small business. Explore the concepts and application of both manual and computerized bookkeeping through relevant, practical exercises and projects. Instructor: Fee: Texts: Date:

Dermott Crofton $675 $150 - Basic Bookkeeping – An Office Simulation & Simply Accounting Feb 7 - May 16 Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Watercolor Course The watercolor course will include a variety of watercolor techniques including the basics. We will be practicing our skills through the subject matter of landscape and still life. Outdoor landscape painting if weather permits Maximum 12 students Instructor: Cost: Materials: Location: Date:

Anita Doornekamp $160.00 (tax & material included) Bring your creativity and watercolor brushes if you would like to use your own. Colwood Campus Portable Feb. 8 - March 1 Sundays 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Do you enjoy working with people in a dynamic environment, then this program is for you. The program consists of 50 instructional hours. • Medical Office Assistant Procedures • Computerized Medical Billing (Osler) • Medical Keyboarding Program Prerequisites: • English 12 or equivalent • Medical Terminology Course with 75% or better. • Good computer and word processing skills (documentation) Dates: Monday & Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:00 pm Jan 5 - Mar 15 May 11 - July 22 Program Fees: $800 Registration fee (non-refundable): $50 Materials: $50 Instructor: Lanka Dimitrijevic

Medical Transcription (Online) Start a new career. This online program will qualify learners for an entry-level position in Medical Transcription. • Introduction to Medical Transcription • Digital Medical Transcription Instructor: Lanka Dimitrijevic Dates: Online program, starts February 16 Expected course completion time 9 months Program Fees: $3200 Registration Fee: (non-refundable) $50 Materials Fee: $250 (USB headphones & WAV pedal) Prerequisites: • English 12 or equivalent • Medical Terminology (proof of 75% within the last 3 years) • Typing speed of 40 wpm (documentation) • Good computer and word processing skills (documentation) • Students required to take a free online orientation class once accepted

Graduation 2015 June 25th Royal Colwood Golf Course

For information call 250-391-9002 How to Apply for the Medical Office Assistant or Online Medical Transcription Program Visit our website at www.westshorecentre.com or call WestShore Centre at 250-391-9002. Complete the application form, include all relevant documentation, book an appointment with the Senior Educational Administrator and include a $50 non-refundable registration fee.

101–814 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, BC • 250-391-9002 • www.westshorecentre.com

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GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Wednesday, January 7, 2015

WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice 250-391-9002

250-391-9002 WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice On-line and Paper Based Courses – call for an appointment 250-391-9002 Grades 8 & 9 Mathematics Science Social Studies English

Fast Forward to Graduation Did you know as an adult you can graduate in only 5 months? Here is your opportunity to get started on a new path to employment or post secondary education.

Semester 2

Metchosin Technical Centre

February 10 - June 25, 2015

Day & Evening Classroom Academic Schedule Mathematics Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus 10

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Dual Credits with Camosun College

Pre-Calculus 11

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Mon/Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Science 10 Tutorial

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Science & Technology Tutorial

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Earth Science 11 Tutorial

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Biology 12

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Physics 11

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Chemistry 11

Tue/Thur

12:30 – 3:00 pm

Sustainable Resources 12

Wed

8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed

8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Fri

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur

6:00 – 8:30 pm

Mo/Tu/Thur

12:15 –2:30 pm

Wed/Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Art 11/12

Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Carpentry 11/12

Wed

8:45 – 2:30 pm

Drama, Film & Television 12

Wed

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Data Management 12

Fri

8:45 – 11:30 am

Musical Theatre 10/11/12

Sun

1:00 – 8:00 Spencer

Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 Sciences

English English 12

Social Studies First Nations Studies 12 Electives First Nations Art 11/12

FREE ACADEMIC COURSES

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Medical Office Assistant

Dermott Crofton $675 $150 - Basic Bookkeeping – An Office Simulation & Simply Accounting Feb 7 - May 16 Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Anita Doornekamp $160.00 (tax & material included) Bring your creativity and watercolor brushes if you would like to use your own. Colwood Campus Portable Feb. 8 - March 1 Sundays 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Graduation 2015 June 25th Royal Colwood Golf Course

101–814 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, BC • 250-391-9002 • www.westshorecentre.com

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ROADMASTERS Air Brakes Certification Learn the basic principles in the operation of air brakes. Prepare for the provincial certification exam. The interactive classroom instruction includes an air equipped training device, a demonstration brake wheel and audiovisual aids. This course includes 16 hours of classroom instruction and 4 hours of practical hands-on training on an air brakeequipped vehicle. Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Meets ICBC requirements Please bring a valid driver’s license to class. Fee: $200 Location: WestShore Annex Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:30 pm Jan 10 & 11 Feb 14 & 15 Mar 7 & 8 Apr 11 & 12 May 2 & 3 June 6 & 7 July 4 & 5

Forklift Safety Training This Safety training course meets the requirements of WorkSafe BC and Canada Labour code regulations. The focus is on the prevention of accident & injuries that may be caused by the improper and unsafe use of forklifts. The training consists of a short classroom session and one-on-one practical training. Upon successful completion, each participant will receive a wallet card with a 3 year record of completion. Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Fee: $200 Location: WestShore Annex Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00 pm Jan 3 Feb 7 Mar 14 Apr 18 May 9 June 13 July 11

Traffic Control Person This course is required for construction and road maintenance workers or for those who deal with traffic as part of their work. You will cover the newest Ministry of Transportation and Highways & WCB regulations, plus safe traffic control procedures and set-ups. Must wear approved footwear. Dress appropriately for the weather. Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Fee: $240 Location: WestShore Annex Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:00 pm Jan 10 & 11 Feb 14 & 15 Mar 7 & 8 Apr 11 & 12 May 2 & 3 June 6 & 7 July 4 & 5

Foodsafe Basic FOODSAFE, a sanitation program for foodhandlers is a required course for any individual wanting to work as a foodhandler in the public sector. This course integrates food and worker safety. It includes such topics as: foodservice illness and injury, receiving and storing food, preparing food, serving food and cleaning. Includes book and exam. Certificates are provided by the BC Ministry of Health and take 5 to 6 weeks to be mailed. Instructor: Cost: Location:

Marlee Loiselle $81 WestShore Centre

Dates:

Saturday - May 23 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Air Brake Instructor Course, ICBC Licensed & Bonded WestShore Centre is pleased to announce a new training opportunity coming in September 2015! Sooke School District, SD 62 Education Assistant Training Interested in becoming an Education Assistant (EA) and joining a team of teachers and educational professionals to support children with special needs (K-12)? Education Assistants provide students’ assistance related to personal care, behavioural, social and learning support. To integrate skills and knowledge learned during the course, students will complete a practicum in a SD#62 school. This program is a first step towards a rewarding and challenging career as an Education Assistant with the Sooke School District. This profession is suitable for individuals who have a deep respect for children and enjoy working as part of a team. Look for more detailed information in our next flyer or check the Sooke School District and WestShore Centre’s website in the coming months.

A 40 hour course to learn the principals required to become licensed as an Air Brake Instructor. Our "hands-on" approach will offer instruction in assembling and instructing with the use of a fully operational brake component board and foundation brake that has interchangeable parts to assist in simulating a variety of air brake system scenarios. Learn instructional techniques and lesson planning to design and present lessons utilizing these skills. Each participant will receive the latest BC Air Brake Manual plus updated information, manufacturers' schematics, and Provincial and Federal regulations. Instructor Terry Fiorin has been providing Air Brake training since 1990 March 16 – 20, 2015

OUR SPONSORS • Rona - Langford • YM/YWCA • Island Chefs Coalition • Moyer Creative Group • Millstream Market • Rotary Club of Colwood

• Canadian SuperStore • Eagle Paw Organics • Municipality of Colwood • Cobs Bread - Langford • WestShore Chamber of Commerce

! u o y k n a Th A BIG THANK YOU

to all our sponsors, community members and organizations who have volunteered to help make WestShore Centre for Learning and Training programs successful.

Community Garden WestShore Centre is proud to announce its partnership with the YWCA-YMCA to continue our Organic Community Garden Project. Garden Boxes are available to rent – go to www.victoriay.com for more information.

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LETTERS

Island railway belongs to the public Re: Passenger rail needs teamwork (Our View, Dec. 27) In the fifth paragraph, we read, “Southern Rail clearly wants financial help to repair its tracks.” Southern Rail is simply “an operator” who also maintains the tracks according to joint decisions between that company and “our” Island Corridor Foundation. Islanders need to know that our railway corridor is a public property, just like the highway. A group, composed of all Regional Districts and First Nations and known as the Island Corridor Foundation, is responsible for the property which belongs to you and to me. Fact 1: A “massive cost” it is not; actually, it is the lowest-cost method of improving our Island transportation needs. Fact 2: “Transportation” dollars go, virtually, only to highways and benefit only those who hold a driver licence. Citizens who do not own a

vehicle or do not have a driver’s licence currently have virtually no viable public transportation service up and down the Island. Having this railway in operation along its full length is an urgent need. May we repeat; It is our lowest-cost and easiest transportation option. With the line upgraded in its length, a number of local modern-vehicle commuter services could be instituted. The line is in place. It simply needs upgrading. No additional property is needed. Costs? We would suggest that the railway option is one-fifth that of highway or better. Many ask if the railway will pay for itself. In response, we say show us the profit/loss spreadsheet for a highway, the latter also being a public transportation corridor. This is our railway. We are the ones who should be looking to our elected transportation authorities to take it on and fix it. Let’s not squabble over it;

instead, let’s see to it that we rise up and do something for our very own Vancouver Island. Dick Faulks View Royal

Is this the legacy we want to leave? Last year was a busy one for the Harper Conservatives, who were quietly dismantling Canada’s environmental protections to serve international oil, gas, mining and aquaculture interests. Weakened laws include granting broad power to the ministers of Fisheries and Oceans and Environment to authorize destruction of Canada’s native fish in favour of foreign industrial development, along with lifting restrictions on large scale dumping of aquatic drugs, pesticides and farm-fish waste into the ocean. At the end of 2014, the Harper Conservatives handed federal ports the license to

operate without environmental reviews and the power to destroy terrestrial species at risk of extinction. And if you want to peacefully protest the projects these actions will allow, they have just proposed new provisions to the Criminal Code that could result in 10 years in jail and big fines. Once its gone, it’s gone. Instead of Canada’s iconic natural areas, we will have poor air quality and industrial landscapes with coal, oil tankers and pipelines replacing fisheries, tourism and hospitality jobs. Do we want to continue this authorized, corporate control to destroy our natural areas, climate, and democracy? Let’s leave a different legacy and choose to conserve habitat, stop fossil fuel expansion and further the solar, wind and water energy businesses with viable, clean jobs. Sheila Harrington Lasqueti Island (formerly of Victoria)

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The City of Langford has received an application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 300 by means of proposed Bylaw No. 1544. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw will be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaw at a Public Hearing to be held in the CITY OF LANGFORD COUNCIL CHAMBERS, Third Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue, Langford, BC, on Monday, 19 January 2015, at 7:00 pm. Please be advised that no representations may be received by Council after the close of the Public Hearing and any submissions made to Council, whether orally or in writing, will form part of a public record. Proposal: The purpose of Bylaw No. 1544 is to amend the City of Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300 by amending the zoning designation of the land that is the subject of Bylaw No. 1544 from R2 (One- and Two-Family Residential) Zone and adding to the RS3 (Residenital Small Lot 3) Zone to allow the creation of one new residential lot. Applicant: Michael Bradley Oickle Arnold Lim/News Gazette staff

Hopeful hound A sombre dog peers out through streaks of rain from the drivers seat in a vehicle as it patiently awaits its owner recently on Bryn Maur Road in Langford.

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Location: The land that is the subject of Bylaw No. 1544 is 3275 Walfred Pl as shown shaded on the plan. COPIES of the complete proposed Bylaw and other material that the Council may consider in relation to the Bylaw may be viewed from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (holidays excluded), from Monday, 5 January 2015 to Monday, 19 January 2015, inclusive, at Langford City Hall, 2nd Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue, Langford, BC, V9B 2X8. Please contact Grant Liebscher in the Planning Department at 250-478-7882 with any questions on this Bylaw. Jim Bowden Administrator

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Portage Park playground open for play View Royal has a new children’s playground at Portage Park. Installation of the equipment was completed in midDecember and new pathways connect it to the existing asphalt trail system for easy access. Landscaping work was still being finished off as of the end of December, but the safety fences were in place.

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Reader Photo Colwood resident Chris Henry, a retired visual display artist, was quick with her lens to catch this shot of a heron with a smaller bird in its bill during a trip down to Esquimalt Lagoon. “I can’t resist sending this shot in,” Henry wrote. “I was sad watching this, but excited to get the shot. I didn’t know herons ate other little birdies.” If you’ve got a photo from the West Shore of people places or things and want to share it with our readers, the Goldstream News Gazette can help you out with that. Every Wednesday, we publish our pick for Reader Photo of the Week. To have your photo considered for publication, simply email us a highresolution .jpg copy to editor@ goldstreamgazette.com. Please include your name,

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HAFI Funds Home Modifications for Disabled Man When Lorie and Walter bought their home in Port Alberni 13 years ago they slowly began renovating the unfinished basement to accommodate Walter’s changing needs as his muscular dystrophy advanced. “The basement was a black hole when we moved in,” recalled Walter. “After 12 years of skimping and saving, we made the downstairs completely wheelchair accessible, except for the bathroom. It was way too small. I could only stand for about a minute and a half without collapsing in the shower stall and I could no longer pull myself out of the tub in the upstairs’ bathroom, even with Lorie’s help.” Through funding from BC Housing’s Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program, Walter and Lorie were able to work with a contractor to transform the space. A wall was removed to make room for a wheelin shower with benches, grab bars were installed, and the vanity and fixtures were relocated.

“ I just slide into the shower now,” said Walter. “I feel safer and no longer dread trying to wash myself. What was previously a dangerous chore for me is now a welcome treat.” Walter and Lorie hope to spend the rest of their lives in their home. The HAFI program provides financial assistance to help eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities adapt their homes so they can continue to live independently.

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Curling juniors wind up B.C. event Juan de Fuca rinks skipped by Mariah Coulombe and Connor Croteau put some solid games together at last week’s Tim Hortons Junior Provincial Championships in Parksville. In the women’s draw, Coulombe, with Bailey Tinkler at third, Jordan Koster at second and Sydney Brilz playing lead; went 5-2 in the round robin, good for third spot. They lost the semifinal 7-2 to the Corryn Brown rink from Kamloops, who beat Coulombe 9-3 in the competition opener Dec. 29. Team Coulombe won five of its next six games after the opening loss to nail down a playoff spot, but could only score in two ends in the rematch against Brown, who beat Belmont defender Ryan Backhouse (in blue) uses his reach to check an Alberni Armada opponent under the basket during a game in the Bulldogs’ Back to School round robin tournament. Belmont withstood a secondhalf charge from Alberni to win 71-63.

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Bulldogs’ bench players gain hardwood experience Mini tournament gets Bulldogs basketball boys tuned up for the busy remainder of season Don Descoteau News Gazette staff

Billed as a play-day style tournament, the Belmont Bulldogs’ Back to School boys basketball weekend saw senior and junior teams shake off some Christmas rust. Bulldogs seniors coach Kevin Brown fully expected to use the event to get his bench players more floor time. By the time Saturday’s final game rolled around, with two starters injured and a third battling the flu, he found himself having to rely even more on less-experienced players – two Grade 9 players were recruited to fill out the bench. After building a 47-27 halftime lead, the Bulldogs allowed Alberni to get back into the game with some aggressive inside play. Helped by some critical three-pointers from Jack Wenstob in the second half, Belmont held off the visitors’ charge and posted a 71-63 victory, their second of the tournament. Having defeated Pacific Christian School Pacers 64-56 in a hard-fought game Friday, the Bulldogs saw their 42-27 halftime lead over Nanaimo’s Dover Bay Dolphins evaporate in a 72-69 loss in Saturday’s first game. “It’s growing pains,” Brown said after the final game. “The less-experienced guys, I think they did make some progress, they did get better. Luckily we came out on top of this game. The Dover game, we didn’t deserve to win; we didn’t take care of the ball when we needed to and kind of fell apart at the end.” Sitting at 2-2 heading into yesterday’s (Jan. 6) critical city league matchup at Claremont and looking at the Spartans’ tournament there this

Sarah Daniels of Delta 8-2 in the final on Saturday. After dropping a 13-6 game to the Brayden Carpenter rink from New Westminster’s Royal City club on Dec. 31, the Croteau rink beat the Jonathan Loeppky team from Prince Rupert 8-2. The Juan de Fuca foursome then beat eventual men’s champion Paul Henderson of the Victoria club 5-3 to finish in a tie for fourth with Carpenter at 4-3. Henderson beating Cody Tanaka from Abbotsford 9-8 in Saturday’s final after downing Vernon’s Thomas Love 11-7 in the semis. The Brown and Henderson rinks advance to the national championships in Cornerbrook, Nfld. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

weekend, the Bulldogs are building toward the South Island AAAA playoffs in February. The goal is to peak at the right time and have everyone on the same page and understanding their role, Brown said. “We have a busy December and that’s the time I like to get the starters going,” he said. “This time of year is great to get the bench going. You never know what happens in January and sometimes some of those bench players make their way onto the starting lineup. The kids that are in the gym over the Christmas holidays and going for runs and whatnot trying to get better, it’s the perfect time for this kind of stuff.” Belmont’s next home league games are Jan. 22 against Mount Douglas and Jan. 24 versus Lambrick Park. The Bulldogs junior boys saw some valuable playing time as well over the weekend. They dropped a 52-41 decision to Lambrick on Saturday and lost 52-40 to Cowichan on Friday. In the paint … Wenstob topped the scoresheet for Belmont against PCS (28 points) and Dover Bay (20 pts.), while Jackson Leeder had 19 against Dover Bay and 20-plus in the Alberni game. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

The City of Langford has received an application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 300 by means of proposed Bylaw No. 1546. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw will be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaw at a Public Hearing to be held in the CITY OF LANGFORD COUNCIL CHAMBERS, Third Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue, Langford, BC, on Monday, 19 January 2015, at 7:00 pm. Please be advised that no representations may be received by Council after the close of the Public Hearing and any submissions made to Council, whether orally or in writing, will form part of a public record. Proposal: The purpose of Bylaw No. 1546 is to amend the City of Langford Zoning Bylaw No. 300 by amending the text in the RR5 (Rural Residential 5) Zone to allow a detached duplex. Applicant: George Wetherell, 450698 BC Ltd. Location: The land that is the subject of Bylaw No. 1546 is 3294 Happy Valley Rd as shown shaded on the plan. COPIES of the complete proposed Bylaw and other material that the Council may consider in relation to the Bylaw may be viewed from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (holidays excluded), from Monday, 5 January 2015 to Monday, 19 January 2015, inclusive, at Langford City Hall, 2nd Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue, Langford, BC, V9B 2X8. Please contact Grant Liebscher in the Planning Department at 250-478-7882 with any questions on this Bylaw. Jim Bowden Administrator

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Grizzlies look to tweak things ahead of playoffs Second half of Jr. A season promises some tough challenges for club Don Descoteau News Gazette staff

Victoria Grizzlies head coach Craig Didmon was busy in Boston and Buffalo last weekend checking on the progress of some young B.C. Hockey League prospects. Before he left he chatted with the News Gazette on the team’s season to date and his sense of how the players are responding to the systems put in place since he was restored to the job in late November. “To be a champion in this league is a difficult task; it just takes a 24/7 work habit,” he said after his team dropped its second game of the week at home, 4-3 in overtime to Cowichan Valley on Dec. 30. “Some guys are taking for granted how good this league is … We have to learn how important every shift is; a strong back check is critical.” The speed of the game and

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Dane Gibson (16 black) of the Victoria Grizzlies looks to pounce on a loose puck in front of the Cowichan Valley net during a B.C. Hockey League game last week at The Q Centre. the skill level of players on every team can see momentum shift in a heartbeat, and the Grizzlies have certainly experienced their share of turnabouts this season. With 21 games to go in the regular season, the playoffs are not so far away. And there’s plenty of talent in the lineup, from veterans Dane Gibson and Garrett Forster and rookies Brett Gruber and Matthew Kennedy up front, to offen-

sive minded blueliners to the netminding duo Didmon considers a solid 1-2 punch. No. 1 man Michael Stiliadis, 20, is the 2014 Royal Bank Cup MVP with the Manitoba junior league’s Dauphin Kings, while 18-year-old Sean Cleary has shown he can be competitive, the coach said. “We’ll be leaning on (Stiliadis) down the road. His game has just got better and better as the

season’s gone on. Sean is a very respectful backup and will be a number one goaltender in the BCHL next year.” Some tweaking does need to be done in the defensive zone, Didmon noted. With a number of defencemen who can generate offence, players like Miers Moore (four goals, 25 assists), Jake Emilio (6-11-17) and Kevin Massy (4-12-16), it’s almost like having four forwards out there, he said. However, it can sometimes leave the team in the tricky spot if there’s a turnover. “We’ve got so many offensive weapons that they want to leave the (defensive) zone,” he said. At the same time, he adds, “I don’t want to stifle their creativity.” Playing a better game in the neutral zone, making good decisions and practising better puck management is going to serve the grizzlies well down the stretch, Didmon said. “It’s going to be a tough second half. If we can continue to stay in second place, I think we’ll be in good shape come playoff time.” Last weekend, the Grizzlies followed up a 6-3 home loss to Powell RIver and the OT loss to

Cowichan Valley with a 6-3 home win over the Caps here Friday and a 4-1 road loss to the Kings on Saturday on the Sunshine Coast. The results left the Grizzlies (1712-1-7) two points back of Powell River (18-14-0-8) in second place in the Island Division, but with three games in hand on the Kings. A bizarre twist in the schedule sees the Grizzlies head to Powell River for two more games this Friday and Saturday. The Kings have won three of five against Victoria so far and the teams play just once more after this weekend, Feb. 21 at The Q Centre in the fourth-last game of the season. But it’s certainly not a two-way race for second spot. Entering this week’s play, Alberni Valley (18-131-3) sat just two back of Victoria with two games in hand on the Grizzlies. The last-place Capitals (15-24-1-1), who have gone 11-6-1 since Nov. 22 and beat front-running Nanaimo twice after a dreadful start, sat eight back of the Bulldogs. Nanaimo, the highest-scoring team in the BCHL, enjoys a ninepoint bulge over Powell River. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

Royals defenceman takes weekly honour Travis Brown earns Player of the Week Jan. 4 The Western Hockey League recently announced Victoria Royals defenceman Travis Brown as the Denny’s WHL Player of the Week for the week ending Jan. 4, 2015. Brown notched five points (one goal and four assists), while posting a plus-six rating in two games over the past week leading the Royals to two straight victories in that span. On Friday, Jan. 2, Brown had a four-point outing (one goal and three assists) and finished the game with a plus-four rating while claiming first star honours in an 8-1 triumph over the visiting Spokane Chiefs. On Saturday, Jan. 3, Brown potted his 15th goal of the season and extended his point streak to

six games as Victoria defeated the Chiefs 4-2. Brown, a 20-year-old Winnipeg, MB product, currently sits tied with teammate Joe Hicketts for the scoring lead amongst WHL rearguards with 38 points, and his 15 goals is also good for first in the league for defensemen. The 6’2”, 198 lb defenceman is in his fifth WHL campaign and second as a member of the Victoria Royals. Originally a fourthround pick, 76th overall, of the Moose Jaw Warriors in the 2009 WHL Bantam Draft, Brown has amassed 162 points (45 goals and 117 assists) in 251 career regular season contests. Brown was selected by the Chicago Blackhawks in the fifth round, 149th overall in the 2012 NHL Draft.

Transit launches more user-friendly website B.C. Transit has launched a new website with the aim of easier and convenient access to online transit information for sports fans and everyone else. The new-look website replaces graphics and a content management system that were more than 12 years old. It offers several customer service enhancements, including: n Easy to view on mobile devices

(responsive design) n Automatic location recognition directing riders to their local BC Transit system n Better access to schedule data n Customer alerts n Ability to subscribe to email alerts for specific bus routes (via email) n Convenient trip planning for most of our larger transit systems editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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Did you know that Albert Head quarry (pictured above) supplied the stone for the Victoria breakwater? If so, did you know there was, at one time, a long pier sticking out from Taylor’s Beach (bottom right)?

How well do you know your local history? See how many of these tidbits of information you know

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Metchosin’s Past Metchosin has played an important role in the history of the region. For those people who didn’t grow up here or even settle in the district decades ago, here’s some facts you may not know about the West Shore’s first incorporated municipality. • At one time there was a long pier stretching out from Taylor’s Beach • Governor James Douglas had a hunting lodge in Metchosin • Metchosin means “stinking fish” or “place smelling of fish oil” • The two whale vertebrae in the Museum might be from that “stinking fish” • Quarantine Road was renamed William Head Road in 1961 • Albert Head quarry supplied the stone for the Victoria breakwater • Although John Witty donated the land for St. Mary’s Church, he never attended a service, as he died unexpectedly and was buried in the cemetery immediately after its consecration • The world’s first Boy Scout, Lord Rodney, lived in Metchosin and is also buried at St. Mary’s • The first quarantine station was established at Albert Head in 1883 after an outbreak

of smallpox in Victoria Harbour. All ships arriving in western Canada had to stop at the Quarantine Station for health clearance. It was moved to William Head in 1893 as Albert Head was too exposed to the weather • In 1946, Metchosin School District ceased to exist after 75 years and became part of the newly organized Sooke School District #62. Edward Milne School (Milne’s Landing) opened that year with 90 students in Grades seven through 12. Until then all Grade 11 and 12 students west of Victoria had to board in town and attend Victoria High School • Mrs. Alfred Watt founded the first Women’s Institutes in Britain after being widowed by the Chief Medical Officer at the Quarantine Station in 1913 • Metchosin Community Hall was the only public building in Metchosin until the School Museum opened in 1971 • The Superintendent of the Quarantine Station not only negotiated a proper road and piped water to William Head, but also telephone service in the 1920s. A phone booth was

installed at the corner of Happy Valley and Rocky Point Road 20 years before phones were available in private homes • The Metchosin Farmer’s Institute has been meeting at Luxton Hall since 1927, when they bought the 14 acres for exhibition purposes • Hannah Parker was the first European child born in Fort Victoria. Her parents arrived on the SS Norman Morrison in 1853, and homesteaded at Rocky Point. Her father delivered mail on horseback and later drove a stage coach, providing a vital connection to Victoria • Many of Metchosin’s pioneer families arrived by ship from England. Sailing around Cape Horn could take more than seven gruelling months at sea The Old Barn Bookstore is open every Sunday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Your donation of used books helps keep Metchosin’s heritage alive. If you have any questions or stories to share, please email wendyncmitchell@ shaw.ca. Wendy Mitchell is president of the Metchosin Museum Society.

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