Issuu

GOLDSTREAM Diplomatic practice

Local students represent UN member countries Page A3

NEWS GAZETTE

COMMUNITY: Wartime love stories told /A5 SPORTS: Columnist helps line up sports week /A12 HOMEFINDER: Open houses provide flexibility /A17

Friday, February 05, 2016

Ready, Set, Learn At Lighthouse, we believe in creativity, integrity, and the pursuit of one’s personal best.

Come join the fun! Friday, February 12 from 1:00 – 2:00 Lighthouse Christian Academy Phone: (250) 474-5311 to book. 1289 Parkdale Drive Victoria lighthousechristianacademy.com

www.goldstreamgazette.com

Traffic heads in and out of Colwood on a busy Wednesday afternoon on Island Highway. Traffic flows are just one of many topics addressed by the City of Colwood as it prepares to roll out its new transportation master plan. Arnold Lim/ News Gazette staff

Planning on a busy future in Colwood City hits the road with its new transportation plan water management, utilities and alternate travel modes into developments, he said. While it sometimes means investing more early to achieve benefits down the line, it is one of the key approaches in the new master plan. Among the other priorities it outlines are building out vibrant centres – compact mixed-use centres that bring work, shopping, socializing and living to one area – and creating liveable neighbourhoods. That can include encouraging active transportation, traffic calming and connections to multi-use trails, and expanding walking, cycling, and transit infrastructure and services. McCusker said the municipality’s population could double before it is close to being built out. “It’s going to be busy. It’s not just about transportation, it’s about land develop-

ment. It’s about employment, and the more employment we can get out in the area through employment-geared development, or home-based business – all of that helps take trips off the road,” he said. Working to support transit growth, and densifying development around nodes specified in the official community plan will also help reduce traffic, he added. Coun. Cynthia Day said creating safe routes to school is a priority. “If we achieve the goal of even a majority of kids walking to school, that would be a huge success,” she said. “We have to look to doing the easy things first and that means the short trip, making those friendly for people to do. “It’s a work in progress and it will be a bit of a patchwork quilt for a while. I am very happy that Colwood is moving

towards a standardized transportation (plan) that allows for cyclists and pedestrians and assures we acquire whatever rights-of-way that are necessary.” The transportation master plan shows that 89 per cent of West Shore residents use cars, 3.5 per cent take transit, one per cent cycle and 4.5 per cent walk to get around. As Colwood grows, the plan calls for car usage dropping to 75 per cent by 2026, and to 70 per cent by 2038. Getting there however, is going to take investments in infrastructure. “We have some money, but we need more and need to be creative on how we can make that work,” McCusker said. “One of the bigger challenges we face is we need density around the nodes (like Royal Bay).”

THE LOT ON THE STRIP THAT DEALS ON THE SQUARE … THE WORKIN’ FOLKS’ CAR & TRUCK STORE

2008 Nissan Altima SE

2013 Chevrolet Traverse LS

3.5 Coupe. Leather, Sunroof, Loaded!

$12,900*

*plus $295 doc fee and taxes

Sundays 11 a m -4 p m

AWD V6, Automatic, 8 Passenger,

stk# 7158

23,900*

*plus $295 doc fee and taxes

stk# 7151

GOOD PEOPLE WITH BAD CREDIT! Divorce? Bankruptcy? Consumer Proposal? Turned Down by the Bank?

GIVE US A CALL OR APPLY ONLINE RATES START AT JUST 3.95% OAC

1658 Island Highway (Colwood Strip)

PlEASE SEE: Various projects, Page A7

•

3-Time BBB Torch Award winner (2009, 2012, 2013)

WWW.CAR-CORRAL.COM 250.478.1128

D# 10234

mmet McCusker points to a stack of papers. Colwood’s deputy director of engineering leafs through the 135 pages before flipping through another stack of appendices lined with colourful maps. The document, Colwood’s newest transportation master plan, is finally finished and ready to hit the road. “We are really excited about the transformational change within the city, doing it in a way that’s a ‘complete streets’ way to do it,” he Arnold lim said. “It’s the ideal … (so Reporting when) we go and do a street, we walk away and know that street is good for 50 years.” Complete streets is an approach to planning that includes beautification, rain-

A2 • www.goldstreamgazette.com

Friday, February 5, 2016 - GOLDSTREAM

NEWS GAZETTE

e specials! m a g super day Sunrise Farms

FRESH!

Locally Raised BC Poultry Grain Fed Free Run

Mexican "Hass Variety"

Avocados 5's

1kg

Tastee Choice

Shrimp Ring

5 227gr

99 Dr. Oetker or McCain

Pizza

Selected varieties & sizes

Johnsonville

Brats or Italiano Sausages

4 500gr

Chicken Drumettes or Wings

for

Fresh

Pork Back Ribs

11.00 per kg

Coca-Cola or Sprite

Per

www.qualityfoods.com

an Island Original.

PLUS A

¢ LICABL PP

EES EF

2lt

Prices in effect February 05-07, 2016 Quality Foods Westshore Location 977 Langford Parkway, Victoria, BC

(778) 433-3291 8:00am- 10:00pm, Everyday

www.goldstreamgazette.com • A3 www.goldstreamgazette.com • A3

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, February 5, 2016 GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, February 5, 2016

LANGFORD COUNCIL NEWS IN BRIEF

Funds for dry grad pre-approved for Belmont

At Monday’s council meeting, $10,000 was pre-approved for Belmont secondary’s dry grad celebration ahead of council’s approval of the entire 2016 budget. The parks and recreation department had proposed that Grade 12 students contribute by becoming stewards of Hull’s Trail, a highly used pathway from the new school campus to Westshore Town Centre, Goudy Field and the surrounding area. A staff report stated that students responded enthusiastically, offering to clean up litter and monitor the trail for cleanliness during school hours. For six years the City of Langford has contributed $10,000 annually towards Belmont’s dry grad celebrations at Eagle Ridge Arena. Students have previously given back to the municipality by volunteering to plant trees, shrubs, and flowers in community parks and roadways.

Staff given pre-approval for road connection

In order to have construction begin in early March, City staff gained council’s pre-approval to award a contract for connecting Donna Avenue to Hartsdale Drive as soon as the public tender is closed. Staff would otherwise have had to wait for the next council meeting after that to gain approval. The plan is to award the contract to the lowest bidder, assuming the bid meets the tender specifications and no errors are found. The connection, being done in conjunction with the closure of Donna Avenue at Leigh Road, is part of the Goldstream Avenue/ Leigh Road intersection realignment project, which is scheduled to be completed before September.

Rezoning opens door for multi-family project

A property near the corner of Goldstream Avenue and Strathmore Road in Langford could be getting a new look. Council adopted a bylaw to change of the zoning designation of 2781 Strathmore Rd. to mixeduse residential commercial from one- and two-family residential. The move allows for the construction of a proposed three-storey building containing 10 residential units. katie@goldstreamgazette.com

Katherine Engqvist/News Gazette staff

Martina Pittroff and Ivan Vinatzer recently represented Belmont at the Vancouver Model United Nations conference. Over 1,100 students were in attendance at the largest high school-run model UN conference in North America.

Students get lesson in diplomacy Exchange student receives outstanding delegate award at model UN event Katherine Engqvist News Gazette staff

Four Belmont secondary students, decked out in their best business attire and armed with a stack of notes and as much knowledge as they could cram into their minds, prepared to become delegates representing real countries in a mock United Nations assembly. Ivan Vinatzer (Israel), Martina Pittroff (Denmark), Kylie Milne (Spain) and Cam McMicken (Moldova) represented Belmont recently at the Vancouver Model UN conference, the largest high school-run gathering of its kind in North America. The Belmont students joined those from two other public schools on the Island and a handful of private schools at the event, which drew more than 1,100 students from across Canada, Oregon, Washington, California, Japan and Korea. “It was probably the best weekend of my life,” said Pittroff. “It was a really great experience.” The 16-year-old joined the group at a friend’s request, but now can’t wait for the next event. “It’s not what you’d expect,” she said. “I think when people first hear about it, they get the wrong impression.” Pittroff said often students have preconceived notions about what a model UN conference is like, including such visions as private school students reigning over those from public schools. But the delegates support each other as they work on their public speaking, she said. And while people are often nervous at first, the more speeches they give, the easier it becomes. Vinatzer, an 18-year-old Italian exchange

student, said, “It’s quite an amazing feeling to get up there and talk … you look up and 150 people are staring at you.” He said the conference was “the highlight of my experience in Canada.” Vinatzer was the recipient of the outstanding delegate award for the UN General Assembly disarmament and international security committee. He and the rest of the students had their skills and knowledge put to the test, with negotiations that ran late into the night. They were even pulled from their beds for a midnight crisis scenario involving peacekeepers killing underage protesters in Sudan. They had to work with other countries to come up with policies to help remedy the situation. It took “collaboration and compromise” to reach those solutions, Vinatzer said, and a lot of debating. But, as Pittroff noted, there was a noInternet policy, so delegates had to communicate with each other the old fashioned way: by passing paper notes. That policy also meant students could not look up their country’s stance on a particular issue, they could only refer to the hard copy of notes they had with them. They also had to put their own views aside and promote the interests of the country they were representing. “It is really challenging to put away your own opinions, especially if you’re really passionate about a subject,” Pittroff said. “You had to think on the spot.” While the pair said everyone was exhausted by the end of the weekend, it was worth it. “It was an amazing experience,” Vinatzer said. While he’s not sure what career path

he’d like to take, he said, “I like this kind of atmosphere and I would like a career where this atmosphere is promoted.” Pittroff has her sights set on becoming a neurologist or environmental lawyer. But experiences like the conference make her want to travel more and see the world. Vinatzer, a self-proclaimed “citizen of the world,” said often students will be discouraged from joining model UN because they don’t like politics or don’t believe that world events directly impact them. But he said it’s important to know what’s going on around the globe, and the conference was a great opportunity to learn more. “It opens your eyes; not just the conference but the whole preparation (for it).” The Belmont students meet every Thursday at lunch to practice and prepare for upcoming events, with a lot of extra hours put in after school to learn more and write position papers. They thanked their teacher-advisor, Evelyn Amado for the opportunity. “If it wasn’t for her, we would not have left the school,” Vinatzer said. Pittroff added the school also made it possible for them to go by helping with some of the cost. Amado, meanwhile, was delighted with her students. “They worked so hard,” she said. “It was very intense for the kids.” She noted they held their own going up against some of the top private schools on the Island and mainland. “They conducted themselves with such decorum. They won the respect of others.” And Vinatzer’s award? Well, she said that was just the icing on the cake. katie@goldstreamgazette.com

ƵǇ Z>z͘͘͘ t/E DŽƌĞ͊ ƉƉƌĞĐŝĂƟŽŶ ZĞǁĂƌĚ ƌĂǁ ǁŽƌƚŚ ΨϯϬ͕ϬϬϬ͊ >/E &ƌŝĚĂǇ͕ &ĞďƌƵĂƌǇ ϭϮ͕ ŵŝĚŶŝŐŚƚ

WIN 1 OF 7 GRAND PRIZE CHOICES

,/', WK/Ed͕ ^Khd, > E'> z OR Z ^ Ed ,͕ ^Khd, ^hZZ z OR W/EE > >/s/E'͕ s E Khs Z OR ZKtE /^> ͕ KhZd E z OR ^dZ dh^ ^<z s/>> ͕ hZE z OR t d ZD Z< , Z ^KZd͕ K^KzKK^

2016

INCLUDING Ψ

Ϯ͘ϭ MILLION CASH

tŝŶŶĞƌ ǁŝůů ĐŚŽŽƐĞ ŽŶĞ ƉƌŝǌĞ ŽƉƟŽŶ͕ ŽƚŚĞƌ ƉƌŝǌĞ ŽƉƟŽŶƐ ǁŝůů ŶŽƚ ďĞ ĂǁĂƌĚĞĚ͘

BUY ONLINE

bcchildren.com

TOLL FREE

1-888-887-8771

Chances are 1 in 295,000 (total tickets for sale) to win a grand prize. Problem Gambling Help Line 1-888-795-6111 www.bcresponsiblegambling.ca

Know your limit, play within it.

Erin Cebula Entertainment Tonight Canada and BC Children’s Hospital Spokesperson BC Gaming Event Licence #81555

19+ to play!

A4 • www.goldstreamgazette.com

Friday, February 5, 2016 - GOLDSTREAM

SUPER PARTY TIME!

market Millstream self care

The Market has everything you need for the big game Sunday!

We are proud to announce that we are now carrying the full line of Island Farms products.

Premium AAA Canadian Beef

Strip Loin Roasts & Steaks

Tip Removed

Natural Calm

lb 11.00 kg

Fresh Is Best

Veggie Petite Tray Tortilla Chips with Dip

624 g

gluten free

2 00 325 g

for

market baked fresh

12 pk

Large Brown Eggs Sourdough Loaf

Not sure where to start? C

ome in and talk to Yvette, a certified CNPA, w ho is happy to discuss options with you for your unique requir ements.

gluten free

34 64 organic

Natural Calm Canada’s gluten free magnesium citrate powder features a proprietary process that provides the most absorbable, effective, fast-acting magnesium available anywhere. Delicious!

OFF at till

454 g

79 ea

Prices in effect: Friday February 5 to Tuesday February 9, 2016

360 g

Purica

Recovery Extra Strength RECOVERY

eases pain, discomfort and inflammation by affecting the behavior of cells that have been damaged by chronic inflammation, injury, surgery or over-training. ®

840 g

gluten free

vegan

% OFF at till

Innotech

Ascenta

Island Gold

Market on Millstre am Self Care Manager

Chicken Wings

Yvette Meads CNPA

Great nutrition made easy. Progressive WheyEssential combines the benefits of an entire cupboard full of supplements with the ease of a single delicious smoothie. Each scoop provides 24g of New Zealand whey protein, 3g of fibre, 6 to 8 servings of fresh fruit, over 100% RDA of 13 vitamins and minerals, and more!

Farm Fed

Our incredible selection of quality, natural products satisfies everyone from the wellness novice to the health guru. Our approach to whole health doesn’t stop with vitamins, minerals and fatty acids.

All in One

lb 22.02 kg

Eat Smart

for a Healthy Lifestyle

Whey Essentials

market fresh

Nirvana

We carry organic toothpaste, anti-inflammatory and homeopathic remedies. We offer a wide range of sports nutrition supplements and aromatherapy products.

market fresh

NEWS GAZETTE

NutraSea Like vitamins and minerals,

Magnesium Liquid Ionic or Cal/Mag Liquid Ionic More and

omega-3 must be supplied by our diet. Omega-3 more people are realizing the superior benefits is important for proper cell functioning which is offered by nano-particle ionic calcium and needed to regulate inflammation, support the magnesium. These are the newest class of immune system and neurological functioning. mineral preparations in today’s Omega 3 Omega 3 or market. Cellular uptake is -High DHA Mega 3+D what really counts!

60 gel

2299

480 mL

Self Care available at Market On Millstream Only

themarketstores.com

When you love food, you love The Market Stores. Join us by “putting your money where your heart is!” thinklocalvictoria.com

125-2401 C Millstream Road | 250.391.1110 | 8 am-11 pm DOWNTOWN: 903 Yates At Quadra | 250.381.6000 | 7 am-11 pm

themarketstores.com

www.goldstreamgazette.com •• A5 A5 www.goldstreamgazette.com

GOLDSTREAM NEWS NEWS GAZETTE GAZETTE -- Friday, Friday, February February 5, 5, 2016 2016 GOLDSTREAM

Mark your calendar: Celtic Reflections will fill the historic Caleb Pike House with the sounds of traditional Celtic folk ranging to gypsy jazz on Saturday, Feb. 13, just in time for Valentine’s Day celebrations. This multi-instrumental and

A handembroidered card, sent to a Canadian solider features the words “Kisses from France” and a swallow, a symbol of everlasting love, because the bird is known for travellng long distances, but always returning home.

WE WANT YOUR INPUT ON WASTEWATER TREATMENT

Courtesy of Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site

Drop in to a Westside open house near you:

The stories of enduring love Fort Rodd Hill showcases love in online campaign Arnold Lim News Gazette staff

If people find relationships challenging today, imagine what it was like through war. Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historical Site highlights these relationships, challenged by time, geography and war with Love in Uniform, a two-week social media exhibit showcasing the extent our Canadian soldiers endured for love through the most challenging times in our country’s history. “Many Canadians spent months away from Canada and many found love and marriage during that time. A lot of the soldiers (posted) in Europe even spent as much as five years (there),” Lauro said. “It’s almost like they had a second life, so it wasn’t uncommon to meet the love of their life (during their service) and it sometimes took months to reunite with their spouse.” Accessing some of their older artifacts, the National Historic Site is showing off love letters, gifts from mothers to sons and old black-and-white photographs on its Twitter and Facebook pages. From now to Feb. 14, one new post is made every day at 7 a.m.

Among the posts are an old newspaper page with a hand-drawn ad for jewelry, next to ads for Kayser gloves and perfume for just over a dollar. Another post shows a chocolate wrapper for Cowan’s Burnt Almond Bar, a candy bar available at the Fort Rodd Hill canteen in the 20’s and 30’s. While Lauro wouldn’t spill the beans on future posts, she did hope others would follow and share their stories about enduring love through challenging times. “(By) creating this interaction we can engage Canadians and learn about their history,” she said. Lauro’s father and mother-in-law share a military love story, having met through war and being separated by it for years. But their love endured, as they married following the war and have been together ever since. All posts feature local stories from the National Historic Site or from Greater Victoria, including one showing a hand-made card with the words “Kisses from France.” “One image is of a hand-embroidered silk card. Some were made for Christmas or New Year’s, but a few were made special for Valentine’s Day,” Lauro said. “It shows a swallow, a symbol of everlasting love, because no matter how far it would fly, it would always return home.” To follow the campaign go to @fortroddfisgard on Twitter, or visit Facebook.com/FortRoddFisgardNHS. alim@goldstreamgazette.com

RETIREMENT SALE STORE LIQUIDATION

UP TO

LECT IT

*ON SE

EMS. SE

RE FO IN STO

HURRY IN FOR BEST SELECTION!

OFF

R DETA

ILS

GOLD CHAIN BLOWOUT % 0 5 OFF

vocal duo, made up of Patrick and Patricia De Gabrielle, perform at this month’s Highlands Music Coffee House. The evening’s entertainment gets underway at 7 p.m., with an open mic including the musical stylings of Ray Spencer and Randall Cook. Admission is $5 and children under 15 are free.

After 20 years at this location we’re closing our doors.

EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD! Take advantage of our largest and ﬁnal sale.

• DIAMONDS • GOLD JEWELLERY • WATCHES • SILVER JEWELLERY • SHOWCASES • FIXTURES

3 WEEKS LEFT WESTSHORE TOWN CENTRE

Monk’s Jewellers 250-474-3563

Langford City Hall 877 Goldstream Ave.

Wed, Feb 10

5-8 pm

Songhees Wellness Centre 1100 Admirals Rd. Thurs, Feb 11

5-8 pm

Colwood City Hall 3300 Wishart Rd.

Sat, Feb 13

1-4 pm

View Royal Town Hall 45 View Royal Ave.

Mon, Feb 15

5-8 pm

Esquimalt Municipal Hall 1229 Esquimalt Rd.

Tues, Feb 16

5-8 pm

Provide your feedback online: Complete the online survey at www.CoreAreaWastewater.ca Email your feedback to wastewater@crd.bc.ca Follow the Twitter conversation @crd_bc #CoreAreaWastewater

WESTSIDE SOLUTIONS Wastewater Treatment & Resource Recovery

For the most up to date information please visit: www.CoreAreaWastewater.ca

BC’s EYEWEAR HEADQUARTERS

FEBRUARY ONLY

HUGE ANNUAL FRAME SALE Includes Designer Frames Oakley Excluded

OPTOMETRIST ON SITE Walk-ins Welcome! DIRECT BILLING

FREE EYEGLASS CLEANER FOR LIFE WITH COMPLETE EYEWEAR PURCHASE We will beat any competitor’s written quote

250-383-6225 250.595.6160 TILLICUM CENTRE

visionsoptical.com

HILLSIDE CENTRE

A6 • www.goldstreamgazette.com

Friday, February 5, 2016 - GOLDSTREAM

Fairway Feb 8

NEWS GAZETTE

F h Sheet ER CHECK OUR FLY ME! ONLINE ANYTI fairwaymarkets.com

Strip

Fresh!

Grill in i Steak ng

Tende Aspar r agus

Hot Price

.99 l b

3 .99

Canadian Grade AA Beef Boneless 22.02 Kg Aged Min. 14 Days

.9ea9

C hees

Hot Price!

.9ea9

Soft Drinks

Limit 2 Per Coupon

Chicken Wieners Maple Lodge 450 Gram Package

.9ea9

.49 ea

with coupon

Valid Feb 5th-11th

California

.9ea9

Limit 1 TOTAL Per Coupon

Margarine Becel Assorted 680-907 Gram Tub

with coupon

Valid Feb 5th-11th Limit 2 Per Coupon

Pink Salmon

for

Hot Price!

.49

Hot Price!

g Iceber e c u Lett

Bread

•Pepsi Assorted 12-15 x 355 mL Tin + Dep •Aquaﬁna Water 12 x 500 mL Bottle + Dep •Pepsi Glass 4 x 355 mL Bottle + Dep

Fair Brand 1.8 Kg Bag

Valid Feb 5th-11th

Hot Price!

•Cheddar •Mozzarella Faith Farms Assorted Random Weight Approx. 400 Gram Package

•Smooth •Crunchy Planters 1 Kg Jar

ous Glutin ce i Sweet R

Mexico 8.80 Kg

Hot Price!

t Peanu r Butte

Hot Price

Hot Price!

2/$

Whole Grain Dempster’s Assorted 600 Gram Loaf

.49

Valid Feb 5th-11th

Limit 2 Per Coupon

with coupon

Gold Pineapple

Clover Leaf 213 Gram Tin

.99 ea

with coupon

Premium Costa Rica

Weekly Specials: February 2016 FRI SAT SUN MON TUES WED THURS

10 11

PRICES EFFECTIVE AT THESE LOCATIONS: BRENTWOOD BAY • SIDNEY • WEST SHORE TOWN CENTRE

www.goldstreamgazette.com • A7

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, February 5, 2016

Various projects on the docket

COMMUNITY NEWS IN BRIEF

Spencer, Dunsmuir and Belmont open houses to highlight programs

Starting next week, open houses at Sooke School District middle and high schools will focus on academy programs and welcome future students before they move up. Royal Bay secondary is hosting an event for soon-to-be high schoolers in Colwood and their parents next Tuesday (Feb. 9) from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Information will be offered on the school and its programs. The following Monday (Feb. 15, 6 p.m.), Spencer middle school will detail its hockey academy for interested students and their parents, as well as providing general and course information for Grade 5s who will attend the Langford school this fall. Dunsmuir middle school in Colwood hosts its own event the next night, Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. where information will be given about the dance and soccer academies, as well as general details. And on Wednesday, Feb. 17 at Belmont secondary, the hockey, rugby and baseball/softball academies will be outlined, as well as other programs, for Grade 8 students and parents from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Nature kindergarten highlights the outdoors

Church of the Advent in Colwood sponsors a parent information night on Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. Speakers include Sangster elementary viceprincipal Jeff Baxter, early learning instructor Dr. Enid Elliot and nature kindergarten teacher Lisa Lockerbie. The event is free and parents are invited to bring their questions about outdoor eduction. katie@goldstreamgazette.com

OPTOMETRIST WALK-INS WELCOME!

HILLSIDE CENTRE

TILLICUM CENTRE

Call Today! 250.383.6225 Call Today! 250.595.6160

Book Online: visionsoptical.com

Continued from Page A1

“I think it’s important that we have that, because it builds the infrastructure that these developments pay for, like the sidewalks and bike lanes and the density to improve the transit flow.” He understands some people aren’t keen on seeing that density happen, using the recently approved development at Painter and Metchosin roads as an example, but hopes to see their opinions change as projects get built. “Just because we’ve done the plan doesn’t mean we won’t consult the public at

walks and biking lanes on Latoria Road. Also on the to do list are traffic light improvements at Sooke and Metchosin Roads, a connection from Dunsmuir middle school to Lagoon Road and a frontage redesign at Dunsmuir that includes a buffered bike lane and concrete sidewalks. While he personally hopes to see all these projects started or completed within the next two years, he noted that setting priorities and deciding whether to undertake projects at all happens at the council table. alim@goldstreamgazette.com

all,” he said. “Any time there is a (major) project we will be opening up a public meeting … and make sure everyone feels heard. It doesn’t mean everyone will get exactly what they want, but at least we get to hear from the residents what the issues are.” Gas tax revenues, as well as the availability of grants and partnerships, are key to financing infrastructure projects such as the connection of the Painter Road Trail to Royal Bay secondary at Ryder Hesjedal Way, the pedestrian overpass over Island Highway connecting the Galloping Goose trail, and new side-

Just rewards for generous baker

At one building project in Colwood, a woman would bring out cookies to City workers every day. Word got back to City Hall, so the landscapers found out what her favourite flowers are. As part of the boulevard improvement, staff planted those flowers in front of her property. Colwood deputy director of engineering Emmet McCusker said it was an easy thing to do without costing more for the taxpayers, and is the kind of connection he hopes to strengthen with residents in Colwood.

VITAMIN C and LYSINE Advertisement

Why you need vitamin C and lysine for heart health and more…

W. Gifford-Jones, MD | Vitamin C is the single most important water soluble antioxidant in the human body. Aside from supporting immune health, Vitamin C is needed to manufacture collagen, the major component of the body’s connective tissue, including cartilage, tendons, ligaments, bones and blood vessels. As we age, the body’s production of collagen slows down, which can result in aging skin, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and many other conditions including declining cardiovascular health.

igh doses of vitamin C and lysine support healthy arteries and overall cardiovascular health. Vitamin C is required to manufacture healthy collagen, the glue that holds coronary cells together, just like mortar is needed for bricks. Lysine, like steel rods in cement, makes collagen stronger. Together they provide healthier arteries and reduce risk of heart attack and atherosclerosis. Without sufficient vitamin C to produce collagen, and in turn, healthy cartilage, bone eventually grinds on bone. There would be fewer joint replacements if more vitamin C were available to produce healthy collagen. Rheumatoid arthritis also requires large doses of vitamin C which helps reduce inflammatory reactions in joints.

This also goes for teeth — teeth fall out when gums lacking collagen lose their grip. Patients are surprised when I tell them that vitamin C will help them keep their teeth. The essential amino acid lysine is best known for its use with herpes simplex infections but also has favourable effects on blood pressure and stroke prevention as well as a positive influence on mood and anxiety. This is why I’ve been taking high doses of vitamin C and lysine for 17 years following my heart attack – I am turning 92 soon and I’m glad I did! I believe it saved my life. Look for at your local Health Food Retailer or Specialty Pharmacy.

Gums

FREE

SURGE WIPERS*

*with any semi or full synthetic oil change.

$ 00

Cardiovascular System Wound Healing

Teeth Collagen Connective Tissue Bones and Cartilage And more

OFF OIL CHANGE GNG

872 Langford Pkwy

250-590-5678

Mon.-Sat. 8 am-6 pm Sunday 10 am-5 pm

Valid THIS location only. *Must present coupon. Expires February 15th, 2016. Cannot be combined with other offers.

Available Exclusively at Health Food Retailers and Specialty Pharmacies FOR STORE LOCATOR PNO.CA

A8 • www.goldstreamgazette.com www.goldstreamgazette.com Christine Scott Publisher Don Descoteau Editor Penny Sakamoto Group Publisher

VIEWPOINT

Friday, February 5, 2016 - GOLDSTREAM

NEWS GAZETTE

The Goldstream News Gazette is published every Wednesday and Friday by Black Press Ltd. Office address: 205-774 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, B.C. V9B 2X3. Phone: 250-478--9552. Circulation contact: 250-478-9552 ext 227

OUR VIEW

Planning cities a group effort Planning for the future in a community, but especially a jurisdiction that is growing quickly, is a difficult challenge. As the City of Colwood moves forward with its transportation master plan, we give both kudos for the staffers who worked on it, but also caution the City against moving too fast on implementing the plan. One of the most challenging situations for Colwood planners is to deal with rapid growth and the gradual change from a more rural scenario to one featuring more urban settings. They’ve had to envision where the various residential neighbourhoods and commercial ‘nodes’ fit into the big picture of the Capital Region, as well as the role they play within the City itself, which is really the only area for which staff and council members have any direct say. Creating walkable neighbourhoods and village areas is something that neighbouring municipalities Langford and View Royal have been actively working on and have enjoyed success with in recent years. We sense that Colwood wants to emulate that style to a degree and is working toward achieving that standard. Where another challenge comes is in ensuring that residents of areas targeted for change and civic “improvement” are engaged in the process of designing that change. From open house meetings where residents are encouraged to write down their hopes and visions for their neighbourhood and city, to online surveys and other methods that embrace technology, it’s important to include people from all walks of life in the planning. Especially those people who might not be inclined to set foot in the municipal hall. We like the fact that transit, and making it easier for more people to ride the bus, figures heavily in Colwood’s plans. West Shore communities contribute the most to traffic congestion on the Trans-Canada Highway and each of our five municipalities must do what they can to help reduce that, not simply as a way to ease commuters’ daily trips into Victoria, but to help shape the longterm transportation patterns of current and subsequent generations of residents. We hope that Colwood residents come out in large numbers to the public events the City expects to host over the coming months relating to these topics. Residents who care enough to contribute to the “feel” and health of their neighbourhoods and cities, both for the near- and longer-term future, are one of the best resources to draw on for planners and civic politicians. The Goldstream News Gazette is a member of the National Newspaper Council, an independent organization established to deal with acceptable journalistic practices and ethical behaviour. If you have concerns about editorial content, please contact editor@ goldstreamgazette.com or call 250-478-9552 ext 224. If you are not satisfied with the response and wish to file a formal complaint with the National Newspaper Council, visit their website at mediacouncil. ca or call toll-free, 1-844-877-1163, for more information.

YOUR VIEW

Prime Minister is on record opposing sewage expenditure Re: Sewage griping a costly luxury (Gazette, Feb. 3) Recent events in marine science research – conducted by the Department of Oceans and Fisheries’ own researchers – have determined that the current proposed multi-billion dollar landbased sewage treatment approach will have a negligible benefit to the marine environment. Other current studies indicate that sediments in the vicinity of Vancouver outfalls having secondary treatment have higher levels of PBDE’s (a chemical compound used a flame retardant) than the naturally processed sediments off Victoria’s two outfalls. Early findings suggest we will likely do more harm than good to the marine environment by excessive treating, since nutrients required by marine organisms to help break down these compounds would be removed from their environment. Canada has just made a world leading commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, yet consultants to the Capital Regional District have estimated construction of a treatment system will produce 15,516 tonnes of GHGs, with operation of the system producing 7,917 tonnes annually. We can’t suck and blow at the same time. If we are serious about this, let’s start here. The facts are clear. There is no

justification to pursue this multibillion dollar folly – harming our environment in the bargain – and then claim “Ottawa says so” as justification. It’s just not true. Prime Minister Trudeau knows this, too, he has gone on record saying so. What is needed now is good, responsible leadership at the CRD. First, demand that your CRD representatives say “no” to the latest ridiculous, half-baked proposal coming soon from a committee that has already made up its mind what it is going to do – can you say “Rock Bay?” Second, demand that the CRD put together a Blue Ribbon panel of independent environmental and legal experts, possibly led by ex-environment minister David Anderson, to ask DFO to correct the wrongful “high-risk” classification for our outfalls by reclassifying them as “low risk.” Third, use the next 20 years (since low-risk compliance is required by 2040 not 2020) to let the scientists complete their research and then – if necessary – work to modify the flawed federal legislation so it is not forcing taxpayers to spend billions of dollars to harm the environment. Or, if problems are identified, to look for more appropriate low-cost solutions to directly address them. Paul Scrimger Saanich

Letters to the Editor The Goldstream News Gazette welcomes your opinions and comments. Letters to the editor should discuss issues and stories that have been covered in the pages of the Gazette. Please keep letters to less than 300 words. The Gazette reserves the right to edit letters for style, legality, length and taste. The Gazette will not print anonymous letters. Please enclose your phone number for verification of your letter’s authenticity and your municipality of residence. Phone numbers are not printed. Send your letters to: ■ Email: editor@ goldstreamgazette.com ■ Mail: Letters to the Editor, Goldstream News Gazette, 205774 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, B.C., V9B 2X3 ■ Fax: 250-478-6545 Comments can also be made via Facebook (search Goldstream News Gazette) and Twitter at www.twitter.com/ goldstreamnews.

www.goldstreamgazette.com • A9

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, February 5, 2016

The dawning of a brave new world of motoring is here At the Los Angeles auto show the centrepiece of the Volvo display was its Concept 26 interior for an autonomous vehicle. In autopilot mode, this cockpit can transform into a mobile office, or the driver can watch a movie or simply recline and relax. Hey, you might even look forward to that boring repetitive commute to work. Bob McHugh The driverless or selfdriving car is rapidly moving from concept to reality and fully autonomous cars will likely arrive sooner than you think. In fact, many currently available new vehicles already have limited autonomous driving capability. A 2016 Acura MDX I drove recently is a good example, as now comes standard with the award winning AcuraWatch package. A grouping of high-tech systems, AcuraWatch can prevent the new MDX from straying out of a traffic lane, getting too close to a vehicle ahead and it will brake automatically to avoid an impact with another vehicle, or a pedestrian. While it could effectively drive itself on a freeway, a warning alert sounded if I dared take both hands off the steering wheel for a few seconds. Later this year, Cadillac will introduce Super Cruise Control in its new 2017 CT6 and CTS models. In addition to other advances, this system will allow a driver to take both hands off the steering wheel at highway speeds. Another step closer to full-autonomy. Sure, there are all sorts of regulatory, legal and insurance issues to be resolved in order to allow driverless operation of a vehicle. There are also road infrastructure issues that need to be addressed, including, and probably most importantly, expanded and consistent high-

DrivewayCanada.ca

BMW remote valet parking Volvo Concept 26

BMW remote valet parking

BMW ConnectedDrive

Visit the gallery at DrivewayCanada.ca bandwidth coverage. On the plus side, however, autonomous vehicles are expected to reduce and perhaps eventually eliminate vehicle collisions and ease traffic congestion. Volvo logically (it’s a Swedish trait) figures that autonomous driving will initially be introduced on dedicated motorways. Its focus is on the long-haul trip and the daily commute to work, which it calculates as taking 26 minutes (on average) – hence the Concept 26 name. A fleet of Volvo vehicles with an autonomous driving mode will be put in the hands of real customers in Gothenburg, Sweden next year. A driver will be able to switch into the autonomous mode for a predetermined period (depending on distance and traffic flow) between motorway exits. BMW, on the other hand, is heavily involved

in developing a self-parking vehicle technology, using a BMW i3. Remote Valet Parking Assistance includes a unique 360-degree collision avoidance protection system that uses four advanced laser scanners. Every major auto maker is stepping up work on autonomous vehicle technology. Toyota, GM and Mercedes-Benz are all heavily invested in autonomous vehicle development and expected to bring products to market. Ford recently announced that it’s tripling the size of its autonomous vehicle development fleet and accelerating on-road testing, which starts in California later this year. Its demo vehicle is a Fusion Hybrid sedan with puck-power, a new Solid-State Hybrid-Ultra Puck Auto sensor. About the same size and shape as a hockey puck, this puck can map and create real-time 3-D models

of its surrounding environment. Autonomous vehicle development also transcends traditional auto production sources. Google, the Internet search engine and browser behemoth, surprised everybody in 2010 when its work in that field was revealed. It’s now working with a number of traditional automakers and is expected to have such as vehicle ready for market by 2020. Other Silicon Valley giants getting in on the autonomous vehicle action include Tesla and Uber. Yes, of course, they’re working on a Robo-Taxi. Not sure what they have planned for the in-trip friendly customer conversation but it should be interesting. A brave new world of motoring is almost upon us. bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca

DRIVE TO THE SNOW. THEN THROUGH THE SNOW.

STARTING FROM

28,190*

LEASE/FINANCE 24 MOS., AS LOW AS

0.5%**

VISIT SAUNDERS.SUBARUDEALER.CA

‡Ratings are awarded by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Please visit www.iihs.org for testing methods. *Pricing applies to a 2016 Forester 4-dr Wgn 2.5i MT (GJ1XO) with MSRP of $28,190 including Freight & PDI ($1,675), Documentation Fee ($395), Tire Levy ($25) and Air Conditioning Fee ($100). Taxes, license, registration and insurance are extra. Dealers may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Model shown is a 2016 Forester 4-dr Wgn 2.5i Limited AT w/ Tech (GJ2LPE) with MSRP of $35,795. Taxes, license, registration and insurance are extra. Vehicle shown solely for purpose of illustration, and may not be equipped exactly as shown. **0.5% lease/ nance rates available on all new 2016 Forester models for a 24-month term. Financing and leasing programs available through Toyota Credit Canada Inc. on approved credit. *Offers valid until February 1st, 2016. See your local Subaru dealer or visit www.western.subarudealer.ca for complete program details.

DL#5032

Pet friendly & the coffee is always on!

Serving Vancouver Island for over 35 years.

SAUNDERS SUBARU 1784 Island Highway, Colwood

David Saunders Internet Sales, dave@saunderssubaru.com

Vancouver Island’s Largest Subaru Dealer

250-474-2211

www.saunders.subarudealer.ca

A10 • www.goldstreamgazette.com

Friday, February 5, 2016 - GOLDSTREAM

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Thurs. 9am - 8pm; Fri. & Sat. 9am-6pm Sun. 10am-4pm

3 0 6 7 8 7 4 0 25 S

VICTORIA • NANAIMO • DUNCAN • COURTENAY • LANGLEY

KNOW WHAT

we can help!

YES!

2 Paystubs and You’re Approved

e e s *Som program redit. se c d ve p p ro On a

FEELS LIKE!

First Time Buyers Accepted Trades Welcome Paid For or Not

16 LE N DE R S OM

Finance Rates as Low as 3.99%

FR TO CHOOSE

100% GUARANTEED YOUR AUTO LOAN IS APPROVED!

Hassle Free Affordable Payments 2014 NISSAN TITAN CREWCAB 4X4 Voted

Best City

of the

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

SAVE TIME APPLY ONLINE

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2009 FORD FUSION SEL AWD Stk #P19023 LE AT H ERF!! S U N ROO

$9,888

6 TIME WINNER! VANCOUVER ISLAND’S #1 USED CAR DEALER

95 IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE WINTER SPECIAL PROMO

a tire installed plus tax. Call for size availability

Galaxy Service

2011 ACURA MDX

2009 GMC CANYON SLE

2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE

Stk #X19234

Stk #M19282

Stk #D18943

EXPIRES FEBRUARY 10, 2016

Includes oil and filter change, inspect brakes and suspension system, inspect all filters and hoses. Includes car wash and vacuum. Up to 5 litres oil (synthetic oil and diesels extra)

A.C. SYSTEM CHECK & RECHARGE

R A R E!

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

WINTER MAINTENANCE SPECIAL

USED WINTER TIRE SALE (+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$17,888

R YEA

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$28,888

CRE

VICTORIA NEWS

2015

$25,888

CA N O P Y!

! S T R E P X E DIT

Stk #S18592

$26,888 2012 FORD F150 SUPERCAB XTR Stk #M18713

IGINA R O

2013 FIAT 500 ABRATH

Stk #V18680

2015 NISSAN ROGUE AWD Stk #D19212 A C CID EN T F R E E!

We’re #1 in Pre-Owned Finance Options

OVER 700

A C CID EN T F R E E!

Need lower loan payments? Want lower interest rates? Want better fuel efficiency?

Divorce? Bankruptcy? Bad Credit? No Credit? No Problem!

IRS S!* F E T H ON U D N A IS not all lern,ders T N E of fe ly a s i l s. PAYMrestrictiownsillaspupppodrtetahleisr for deta

VEHICLES AN

PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL FEBRUARY 10, 2016

TH E

FOR

BC’S LARGEST INDEPENDENT USED CAR DEALER!

what’s holding you back?

RS! 25 YEA R O F YOU ERVING

NO T S N S! E M PAY 90 DAYT

www.goldstreamgazette.com • A11

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, February 5, 2016

NEWS GAZETTE

1772 Island Hwy.

Includes freon and leak detection (repairs and diagnosis extra).

(250) 478-7603

www.galaxymotors.net

T EC H PA C K AGE!

$29,888

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC N O LY!

EX T EN D E D C A B!

$11,888

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$13,888

VICTORIA 250-478-7603 1772 Island Hwy.

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

DL #30897

A10 • www.goldstreamgazette.com

Friday, February 5, 2016 - GOLDSTREAM

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Thurs. 9am - 8pm; Fri. & Sat. 9am-6pm Sun. 10am-4pm

3 0 6 7 8 7 4 0 25 S

VICTORIA • NANAIMO • DUNCAN • COURTENAY • LANGLEY

KNOW WHAT

we can help!

YES!

2 Paystubs and You’re Approved

e e s *Som program redit. se c d ve p p ro On a

FEELS LIKE!

First Time Buyers Accepted Trades Welcome Paid For or Not

16 LE N DE R S OM

Finance Rates as Low as 3.99%

FR TO CHOOSE

100% GUARANTEED YOUR AUTO LOAN IS APPROVED!

Hassle Free Affordable Payments 2014 NISSAN TITAN CREWCAB 4X4 Voted

Best City

of the

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

SAVE TIME APPLY ONLINE

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2009 FORD FUSION SEL AWD Stk #P19023 LE AT H ERF!! S U N ROO

$9,888

6 TIME WINNER! VANCOUVER ISLAND’S #1 USED CAR DEALER

95 IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE WINTER SPECIAL PROMO

a tire installed plus tax. Call for size availability

Galaxy Service

2011 ACURA MDX

2009 GMC CANYON SLE

2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE

Stk #X19234

Stk #M19282

Stk #D18943

EXPIRES FEBRUARY 10, 2016

Includes oil and filter change, inspect brakes and suspension system, inspect all filters and hoses. Includes car wash and vacuum. Up to 5 litres oil (synthetic oil and diesels extra)

A.C. SYSTEM CHECK & RECHARGE

R A R E!

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

WINTER MAINTENANCE SPECIAL

USED WINTER TIRE SALE (+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$17,888

R YEA

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$28,888

CRE

VICTORIA NEWS

2015

$25,888

CA N O P Y!

! S T R E P X E DIT

Stk #S18592

$26,888 2012 FORD F150 SUPERCAB XTR Stk #M18713

IGINA R O

2013 FIAT 500 ABRATH

Stk #V18680

2015 NISSAN ROGUE AWD Stk #D19212 A C CID EN T F R E E!

We’re #1 in Pre-Owned Finance Options

OVER 700

A C CID EN T F R E E!

Need lower loan payments? Want lower interest rates? Want better fuel efficiency?

Divorce? Bankruptcy? Bad Credit? No Credit? No Problem!

IRS S!* F E T H ON U D N A IS not all lern,ders T N E of fe ly a s i l s. PAYMrestrictiownsillaspupppodrtetahleisr for deta

VEHICLES AN

PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL FEBRUARY 10, 2016

TH E

FOR

BC’S LARGEST INDEPENDENT USED CAR DEALER!

what’s holding you back?

RS! 25 YEA R O F YOU ERVING

NO T S N S! E M PAY 90 DAYT

www.goldstreamgazette.com • A11

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, February 5, 2016

NEWS GAZETTE

1772 Island Hwy.

Includes freon and leak detection (repairs and diagnosis extra).

(250) 478-7603

www.galaxymotors.net

T EC H PA C K AGE!

$29,888

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BC N O LY!

EX T EN D E D C A B!

$11,888

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

$13,888

VICTORIA 250-478-7603 1772 Island Hwy.

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

DL #30897

A12 • www.goldstreamgazette.com

Friday, February February 5, 5, 2016 2016 -- GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE Friday,

Hockey, rugby and more on tap

Westhills battle Juan de Fuca’s Emma Hanaka (in blue) works to control the ball on the sideline in front of Fernwood City FC’s Katrina Hinz during Lower Island Women’s Soccer Association Division 3 action Sunday at Westhills Stadium. Fernwood won the game 3-0, paced with two goals from Hinz and a third from Kaitlyn Suzuki. Don Descoteau/ News Gazette staff

Shayne & Christine Moore For all your insurance needs Call us today, we can help!

250.858.9391 Business I Life I Home I Investment I Auto I Group I Travel

CANADA’S GARAGE

CANADIAN ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE®

head to Mill Bay to take on the Kerry As West Shore winter sports begin Park Islanders at 7:30 p.m. Then on to wind down, there’s lots on the Wednesday the Wolves are back calendar for spring. home to host the Peninsula Panthers Registration is underway for Juan at 7 p.m. at The Q Centre. Finally, the de Fuca Whalers minor lacrosse. Wolves end their week Friday with The regular rate applies until March the back end of a home-and-home 31, after which a $40 late fee will be against Peninsula, 7:30 p.m. puck included. For more information and to drop at Panorama Rec Centre. register, visit jdflacrosse.com. In Junior A play, the Victoria Not ready to bid farewell to Grizzlies spend the week on the hockey? Take in the action of roller road. hockey at Eagle Ridge in Langford. They’re in Port Alberni tonight Youth and adult leagues are both Colin Gall taking on the Bulldogs and hit Powell open for spring registration. Visit Jock Talk River on Monday before heading eagleridgerollerhockey.com for more home, where they’ll host the Merritt Centennials details. on Saturday, Feb. 13. Mark your calendar for the 7 And Triangle Athletic Association offers its p.m. start at The Q Centre. last day of early baseball registration Monday, And don’t forget the big Americas Rugby Feb. 8 at Eagle Ridge from 6 to 9 p.m., after which Championship tournament-opening match registration fees will increase. Details and forms tomorrow (Feb. 6) at 4 p.m. between Canada and are online at triangleathleticassociation.com. Uruguay at Westhills Stadium. For ticket details While ball players are eying the calendar, there’s still lots of hockey around the West Shore. visit events.rugbycanada.ca. West Shore runners can sign up now for the In Junior B play, the Westshore Wolves are next event in the Bear Mountain Run Series, the nearing the end of their regular season but Diamond Dash, coming up Saturday, Feb. 13. The continue play tomorrow (Feb. 6) when they event is designed for runners and walkers of all levels, with 5K and family 1.5K events. Registration is available until Feb. 13, however late registration fees apply after Feb. 11. The event’s charity partners are Santas Anonymous and the THE the BC Cancer RESTAURANT Foundation’s Ride and to Conquer Cancer. Take Out or Eat In Menu Restaurant and enjoy a Visit bearmountain.ca/ Lunch, or Daily Lunch & Dinner Buffet An Invitation Breakfast, Events/Running-Series Dinner Entrée Combination Dinners for 1 to 8 From an Old Friend for details. Seafood and Deluxe Dishes Colin Gall is a local Licenced Premises athlete and a Grade 11 Open 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. daily student at Mt. Douglas Free Home Delivery with min. $20 order Present this coupon when you buy dinner or lunch and get a second of equal of lesser value Secondary School. Send FOR ONLY $2.00. This coupon may only be used with a minimum of two beverages (need not be alcoholic). Present coupon at time of ordering. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Maximum 3 coupons per group or table. your coming sports 90 Gorge Rd. West Not valid at JBI Pub on Sundays between 3:30-8:00pm. EXPIRES February 29, 2016 events to jocktalk@ 250.384.7151 270 Government Street 250-385-5564 telus.net.

Out Dining Out

JAMES Drop by BAY INN JBI Pub

WING’S

CANADA’S AUTO SERVICE

STORE

GORDON HEAD 3993 Cedar Hill Road 250.721.1125

LANGFORD West Shore Town Centre 250.474.2291

ROYAL OAK 801 Royal Oak Drive 250.727.6561

VICTORIA 2959 Douglas Street 250.361.3152

VIEW ROYAL 1519 Admirals Road 250.381.5055

Get the latest on our special offers

GOLD PLAN† NOW $69.95** Reg $99.95**

Classical Roots, Contemporary Reach

• 24/7 roadside assistance across Canada & USA • Protection for everyone who drives your vehicle • Towing Service, flat tire change, lockout service & more Purchase in-store or call 1-888-727-7478

Qoute promo code D3606-16

*In Quebec & Alberta, discount is only available with the 12 month pre-pyment option. Cannot be combined with any other offer, coupons or offers. Offer only applies to the cost of the primary vehicle indicated on the membership. **Plus, applicable tax. †For Voted complete membership feature and terms Best and conditions visit canadiantire.ca/ City 1 B EST roadside. Canadian Tire Roadside AUTOMOTIVE Assistance is brought to you by SERVICE & CanadianTire Services Limited. 20 BEST TIRE STORE of the

VICTORIA NEW S

Come play with us! THE MUSIC MAKING BEGINS ON MARCH 1ST WHEN WE OPEN THE DOORS TO OUR NEW LOCATION AT WESTHILLS, LANGFORD. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE SONG? COOL, WE CAN TEACH YOU TO PLAY THAT. Visit us to see where the magic happens and take a free music lesson. We are a world-class music school teaching over 4,500 students the music that they love, now only minutes away.

YEAR

FLYER

SAVE OFF THE

201 4

We’re new to the neighbourhood.

www.canadiantire.ca

Prices in effect from Friday, February 5, 2016 to Thursday, February 11, 2016

Industry-licensed technicians • Modern Equipment • Coast to Coast Warranty • Premium products you know & the Brands you can trust!

250.386.5311 | VCM.BC.CA/WESTHILLS | 900 JOHNSON STREET

www.goldstreamgazette.com www.goldstreamgazette.com •• A13 A13

GOLDSTREAM GOLDSTREAM NEWS NEWS GAZETTE GAZETTE -- Friday, Friday, February February 5, 5, 2016 2016

Busy playoff weekend for JdF hockey teams

Spend Super time with the Rebels The 50th edition of the Super Bowl will be making money for more than just the TV networks. This Sunday (Feb. 7) the Westshore Rebels junior football club is hosting its fourth annual Rebels Super Bowl Party, a team fundraiser at the Langford Legion, where attendees can watch the final National Football League showdown of the season on a 160-inch screen. The doors open at 1 p.m. and kickoff is at 3:30 p.m. for the Super Bowl, which sees quarterback Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos battle QB Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers. Tickets for the Rebels’ event are $10 in advance at the Legion, 761 Station Ave., or online at westshorerebels.ca. Tickets are also available at the door for $15. The day includes prize giveaways, jersey raffles, a silent auction, merchandise sales and a 50/50 draw. alim@goldstreamgazette.com

Find a Grizzlies game around the region The opening round of the minor hockey rep playoffs winds up this weekend at a number of different sites, with Juan de Fuca teams figuring heavily. The midget Tier 1 JdF Grizzlies face off against the Saanich Braves at Pearkes Recreation Centre this Sunday at 3:50 p.m. The Grizz are coming off a 1-1 tie in Nanaimo and a 3-0 win over Nanaimo. The midget Tier 2 Grizzlies are at Pearkes tonight (Feb. 5) at 7:05 p.m. to play the Braves T2 squad. Juan de Fuca lost 3-2 to Cowichan Valley following a 4-2 loss to Peninsula. In Tier 3 play, the Grizzlies midgets won their first two games, 2-1 over Peninsula and 8-2 over Saanich. They wind up round robin play with a big game in Sooke this Saturday at 1:30 p.m. In the bantam division, the Tier 1 Grizzlies have a busy weekend, hosting Comox Valley at Juan de Fuca Arena tomorrow at 4 p.m., then travelling to Nanaimo for a Sunday game. The Grizzlies won their first game 5-0 over Victoria Racquet Club. Tier 2 bantam action sees Juan de Fuca host Peninsula at the JdF Arena tonight at 6:45 p.m., then head up the road to Chemainus for a Sunday game at Fuller Lake Arena against Cowichan Valley at 4:10 p.m. The Grizzlies dropped their opener 3-0 to Saanich last Sunday. Tier 3 play sees the Grizzlies play back to back games, hosting Kerry Park on Saturday at 6:15 p.m. at JdF, then winding up round robin play with a Sunday game in North Saanich against Peninsula. Game 1 saw

the Grizz tie Saanich 3-3. The Tier 1 Juan de Fuca pee wee team heads into this weekend’s play having tied Racquet Club 4-4 in their opener. The Grizzlies host Comox Valley on Saturday at 1:45 p.m. at Westhills Arena, then travel to Nanaimo for a game Sunday.

In Tier 2 south play, the 1-3 Grizzlies hit the road to play Racquet Club on Saturday. Juan de Fuca opened round robin play with a 5-0 win over Peninsula, but have lost consecutive games to Victoria, Saanich and Cowichan Valley. Tier 3 south playoff action this weekend sees the pee wee Grizzlies play Kerry Park in Mill Bay on Saturday, then host Peninsula at JdF at 8:45 a.m. Sunday. The Grizz lost 5-0 to Sooke in their opener. editor@goldstream gazette.com

Don Descoteau/News Gazette staff

Cowichan Valley Capitals’ Matthew Schure splits through a pair of Juan de Fuca Grizzlies opponents, Ryan Comisky, left, and Noah Burdge during pee wee Tier 2 playoff action last weekend at The Q Centre. The Caps won this game 7-1, leaving Juan de Fuca behind the eight-ball in their attempt to advance to the next round of the post-season.

PARENTING PROGRAMS

Life with your pre-teen or teen getting complicated? If you feel unsure at times on how to support your teen or pre-teen and worry about their choices...

WE UNDERSTAND!

We have programs that can help! For more information please contact

This group has been a lifesaver. I have never participated in a group and I think it has been so helpful and beneficial.The philosophy makes so much sense.

250.384.9133 ext 222 or email parentingprograms@bgcvic.org REGISTRATION OPEN NOW! A full description of Parenting Programs can be found at www.bgcvic.org. Our Parenting Programs have been developed by staff and parents throughout BC and are administered under the auspices of Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada - Pacific Region.

Senior's Healthy Living Expo Thursday, Feb 11th 1:30 - 4:00 pm 4062 Shelbourne Street, Victoria SEATING LIMITED:

It’s all about the savings System Ductless Heating Install a Mitsubishid get an... an

RSVP ONLY TO LINDA OR GAIL AT 250-721-4062

Speakers: Ed Ishiguro: The Biology of Aging @ 2:00 pm and Pat Nichol: How to Live, Everyday @ 3:00pm

• Exhibitors

• Door Prizes

• Refreshements

Berwick House: 4062 SHELBOURNE ST., VICTORIA | 250.721.4062

800 REBATE Limited time offer!

No ductwork, no problem! Get rid of those old electric baseboards. Cut your heating costs in half this winter and save money without sacrificing comfort! There’s no better time to call the experts to give your system some TLC

––– CALL US ANYTIME –––

250-475-0500 We’re not comfortable until you are!

Visit BerwickRetirement.com

Exclusive

www.fosterair.com

Get cash back if the price drops!

Price Drop Security on winter vacations Applicable for new bookings only. Price Drop Security is a limited time offer for bookings made between February 2nd to February15th, 2016 for travel February 7th to March 31st, 2016 (inclusive). Minimum spend is $595 per person (excluding taxes, insurance and service fees). Offer is applicable for select tour operators. For full terms and conditions visit SellOffVacations.com or call 1-877-SellOff (735-5633). While all reasonable efforts are taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in the ad, SellOffVacations.com accepts no responsibility for actions, errors and omissions arising from the reader’s use of this information howsoever caused. SellOffVacations.com, a division of Sunwing Vacations Inc., 27 Fasken Drive, Toronto, Ontario Canada M9W 1K6. TICO Reg. # 4276176 British Columbia license #39606 Quebec Permit # 702928

Speak to a travel expert today!

250 474 1010

2401A Millstream Road, Victoria

A14 • www.goldstreamgazette.com

Friday, February 5, 2016 - GOLDSTREAM

In Your

NEWS GAZETTE

Advertising Feature

NEIGHBOURHOOD

experience the West Shore’s favourite hot spots • food • entertainment • shopping

OPENING SO

WATCH HERE FOR DETAILS! DARCY’S WESTSHORE PRESENTS

SUPER SUNDAY

RESERVE YOUR TABLE NOW AT WESTSHORE@DARCYSPUB.CA

FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS PRIZE GIVEAWAYS

737 Goldstream Ave

250-391-8597

WESTSHORE

THE FRAME FACTORY

THE CUSTOM FRAMING AND ART GALLERY EXPERIENCE

At Westshore Dental a standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible. As your dental health professionals, we want you to be con_ dent knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.

McIntosh is a fully certified periodontist who will take care of all of your oral hygiene needs. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health. We use state-of-the-art technology like our Intra-oral cameras, so that you see what we see when we look inside your mouth. This enables us to work with you from the beginning to set common goals and priorities in your overall dental care. Some of the services we provide include:

Preventative Services: dental hygiene: scaling and root planing, polishing, fluoride treatment; bruxing/ grinding guard Restorative and Cosmetic Services: fillings, crowns (most can be done in one appointment), bridges, root canals, onlays, inlays, implant preparation, veneers, teeth bleaching, Invisalign – an invisible and comfortable way to straighten your teeth. Dr. Mo has joined Westshore Dental and limits her practice to full spectrum orthodontics. Extractions Sedation: free oral sedation, IV sedation

As a practice, we are true believers that preventive care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide “dental health care” vs. “disease care”. That’s why we focus on thorough exams – checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, and taking x-rays when necessary. Dr. Mandy

At Westshore Dental, our PRIDE & JOY is our ability to do most CROWNS IN ONE APPOINTMENT using the latest in Cerecdigital milling technology. Located conveniently in Westshore Town Centre we are open extended hours Monday to Friday and Saturdays to serve our patients.

Your trusted, local, mortgage broker!

Need to consolidate debts, up for renewal or wanting to purchase a new home? Give me a call for all your mortgage needs!

Cheryl Johns 778-746-1808 778-746-1808

www.GlassDoctor.ca/Victoria-BC Independently owned and operated franchise

Valentines Special

CAN’T THINK OF WHAT TO GET YOUR SWEETHEART?

GET ONE OF YOUR SPECIAL MEMORIES FRAMED OR MAKE NEW ONES WITH A BEAUTIFUL PIECE OF ART. TALKPURCHASE TO A LICENSED 20% OFF EVERY AND WE’LLOPTICIAN THROW IN A VALENTINE SWEET.

SEE INSTORE FOR DETIALS

OVER THIRTY YEARS OF PICTURE FRAMING EXPERIENCE

SAVE

100 % 50

* C s ’ o d r i n p e u r 00 C $ 20 TO

Diagnostic Services: examinations, X Rays, intra-oral camera pictures

Prevention and HealtH

We Specialize in All Things Glass.

103-B-1497 ADMIRALS ROAD VICTORIA BC 778-265-3726 • THEFRAMEFACTORY.CA

250.216.2230

ON COMPLETE* OFF EYEWEAR PACKAGE

FULL EYE EXAMS AVAILABLE. FRAMES

TO BOOK WITH COMPLETE PURCHASECALL OF EYEWEAR FULL EYE EXAMS AVAILABLE. CALL TO BOOK TODAY! TODAY! Sale Continues to end of February.

select frames withdetails complete eyewear package. *select frames only -*On drop in for

189-2401C Millstream Rd,

MILLSTREAM VILLAGE w w w . e y e e t i q u e t t e o p t i c a l . c a • 250-474-1941

Dale Collins, CFP, EPC Certified Financial Planner with Prosperity Planning. My greatest satisfaction comes from seeing my clients reach their goals. Learn more about Dale and her team at www.prosperity-planning.com

Office: 250-818-2616 | Fax: 250-590-5721 Email: dale@prosperity-planning.com

Welcome to Westshore Dental Centre Make an appointment today... we’ll give you a reason to smile.

• New patients always welcome • Extended hours • Free oral sedation • Plenty of free parking • Cerec one appointment crown • Orthodontics - Invisilgn • Implants Open Saturdays from 9 to 5 152-2945 Jacklin Rd • 250-474-2296 | dawn@westshoredental.com

www.goldstreamgazette.com A15 www.goldstreamgazette.com â€˘A15

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE Goldstream News Gazette Fri,- Friday, Feb 5,February 2016 5, 2016

To advertise in print:

Browse more at:

Call: 250-388-3535 Email: classified@goldstreamgazette.com Self-serve: blackpressused.ca Career ads: localworkbc.ca

A division of

30/60

GET IT RENTED! BUY ONE WEEK, GET SECOND WEEK FREE!*

*Private party only, cannot be combined with other discounts.

INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

TRAVEL EMPLOYMENT BUSINESS SERVICES PETS & LIVESTOCK

CHILDREN

REAL ESTATE

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

VOLUNTEERS QUADRA VILLAGE Community Centre seeks a social media assistant to participate in activities such as blogging, community development and management, social bookmarking, commenting, etc. The time commitment is flexible from 1-4 hours per week. Creativity, a sense of humour and excellent written and oral communication skills are desired attributes. Please call 250-386-2269.

RENTALS AUTOMOTIVE ADULT ENTERTAINMENT LEGAL NOTICES

BC Cancer Foundation 2410 Lee Avenue Victoria, BC V8R 6V5 250.519.5550 bccancerfoundation.com

AGREEMENT

It is agreed by any display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event of failure to publish an advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and that there shall be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement. Used.ca cannot be responsible for errors after the first day of publication of any advertisement. Notice of errors on the first day should immediately be called to the attention of the Classified Department to be corrected for the following edition. Used.ca reserves the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisement and to retain any answers directed to the Used.ca Box Reply Service and to repay the customer the sum paid for the advertisement and box rental.

DISCRIMINATORY LEGISLATION

Advertisers are reminded that Provincial legislation forbids the publication of any advertisement which discriminates against any person because of race, religion, sex, color, nationality, ancestry or place of origin, or age, unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.

Copyright and/or properties subsist in all advertisements and in all other material appearing in this edition of Used.ca. Permission to reproduce wholly or in part and in any form whatsoever, particularly by a photographic or offset process in a publication must be obtained in writing from the publisher. Any unauthorized reproduction will be subject to recourse in law.

ON THE WEB:

Supporting the BC Cancer Agency

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training! Funding & Housing Avail! Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certiďŹ cation proof. Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING EVENTS

PSYCHIC CIRCLE SPRING FAIR

papers for the next 3 weeks for only $30 or choose all 5 papers for $60. If your vehicle does not sell, call us and we'll run it again at no charge!

PERSONAL SERVICES

RETIRED RN looking to baby sit small children up to 4 yrs, prefer Monday to Thursday. References available. Call Diane (788)433-7991. Langford area only.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

SELL IT IN 3 OR IT RUNS FOR FREE!* Place your private party automotive ad with us in one of our Greater Victoria

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MIND BODY & SPIRIT

$750 loans and more No credit checks Open 7 days from 8am to 8pm (EST)

FINANCIAL SERVICES

FRIENDLY FRANK KITCHEN TABLE- coffee table, $10. Acupuncture table, $50. Call (250)544-4933.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PORTABLE $99. Call Langford.

DISHWASHER. (250)478-0906,

SPANISH GOLD coin, date 1747, $55. Call 250-5902430. VISIONS, CORNING - 3-pce pot set, size 1.5 L. made in France. $10. (250)383-5390. WINE MAKERS carboy, glass, $15. Plastic $10. Accessories, $50. (250)598-8306.

FUEL/FIREWOOD ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391. FIREWOOD. MORE than 1.5 cords. U pick up. $225. obo. Call (250)727-0788, Colwood.

FREE ITEMS

PALM & TAROT ESP TILLICUM CENTRE

#,!33)&)%$Ă–!$3Ă–7/2+

Apply at credit700.ca

FREE- YOUNG cedar in pot, 3â€™. Call 250-384-9051.

INFORMATION

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

SALES

1-855-527-4368

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ€™t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

PERSONAL SERVICES

KRIPALU MASSAGE (Flow like Swedish Massage), Acupressure, Reiki, Chair Massage. Light or Deep pressure. Professional office located off the Gorge. In practice since 2000. Women only. www.andreakober.com 250-514-6223.

PERSONAL SERVICES

"59).'Ă– Ă–2%.4).' Ă–3%,,).'

FEB 5 - 14

Denied Long-Term Disability BeneďŹ ts or other insurance? If YES, call or email for FREE initial legal consultation and protect your right to compensation.

778-588-7049 Julie@LawyersWest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca

LEGALS In ACCORDANCE with the WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT Westshore Towing Ltd will sell the following: 2006 SCOOTER PGO CP150 Grey VIN# RFVCPC50961000283, Registered to: Eric M Skinner 1997 Chevrolet 1500 White VIN# 1GCEK14W2VZ140493 Registered to: Corey M Tavares The sale will take place at 1247 Parkdale Dr, Victoria, BC on Feb 17, 2016. For offers and info call 250-474-1369

PERSONALS CONNECT INSTANTLY with sexy local singles free trial! 250-220-1300 or 1-800-2101010 www.livelinks.com 18+ DISCREET CHAT for curious guys. Try FREE! Call 250-4194634 or 800-550-0618.

9/52Ă–#/--5.)49 Ă–9/52Ă–#,!33)&)%$3

WORKLINK\â€™S START Youth Job Search Program for ages 15-30, not on EI and not in school. Call Worklink 250-478-9525. Next START group begins Feb 29th. Training funds available.

HOME STAY FAMILIES HOMESTAY FAMILIES REQUIRED

June 23-26, 2016 2 Students per home Please call Michelle

250-655-9481 mish@shaw.ca

VOLUNTEERS

B lo ss o m a New Caree o t r in â€˘ Florists â€˘ Gift Shop/Home Decor Retail Clerks 100% Company Paid Benefits, Bonus Plan and Group RSP Come grow with us, apply with resume to: Quality@QualityFoods.com

www.qualityfoods.com

CAPITAL CITY Volunteers seeks volunteers to drive seniors and adults living with disabilities to and from vital medical appointments, shopping and support groups. Even once a week would make a big difference. Please call 250386-2269. LIFETIME NETWORKS creates friendship and support opportunities to enable people with disabilities to live rewarding lives in the community. They seek a volunteer interested in building a friendship with an amazing man with physical and developmental disabilities. He is in his early 40â€™s, has a great sense of humour and is fun to spend time with. Things he would love to share with a new friend include: getting to know you, grabbing a bite to eat at a pub, going to live hockey or other sports and taking in special events in Victoria. Please call 250-386-2269.

SALES

Journeyman Millwright Westernâ€™s recent capital investment to secure the future of coastal sawmilling has resulted in a need for a Journeyman Millwright at our Ladysmith Sawmill. Qualified applicants can apply online at: http://www.jobs.net/jobs/westernforest/ en-ca/job/Canada/JOURNEYMANMILLWRIGHT/J3K2NZ6Y6MNVGYZLY9K/

Weâ€™re looking for an ambitious, target-hungry Sales Representative for our 9iFtoria oÉ?Fe If youâ€™re a motivated self-starter with an eye for creative digital advertising sales solutions and three to Č´ve years of e[Serience in outbound B2B sales, we want to hear from you! 7o aSSly, Slease send your resume and cover letter to &areers#8seG Fa by Friday, February 15, 2016. In the body of your email, Slease answer the following question: Youâ€™ve had your morning cuS of coÎ?ee, whatâ€™s ne[t" We look forward to hearing from you! 7his role oÎ?ers a comSetitive base salary Slus commission.

A16 â€˘www.goldstreamgazette.com www.goldstreamgazette.com

Fri, Feb5,5, 2016, GoldstreamNEWS News GAZETTE Gazette Friday, February 2016 - GOLDSTREAM

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

APPRAISALS/INSPECTIONS

MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT

KENWOOD EXCELON KFCX693 6X9 300 Watt 3-way car speakers. Brand new, never opened, save $100+. $120. Call Chris 250-595-0370, chrissmyth54321@gmail.com

HOME INSPECTOR? You have a realtor and a lawyer; donâ€™t wait to find an inspector. Call Terry at 778-533-0333 or check on line at: chewkahomeinspections.com

PARKING SPACE near Lansdowne Camosun College. 3 min. walk to campus. Only $75/mo. Save $55/mo (or more for long-term). Chris, 250-595-0370.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

WANTED TO RENT

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

40â€™x11â€™ PARK Model trailer. and lot at Otter Point. $103,000. Call (306)290-8764.

QUIET, RETIRED non-smoking gentleman is looking for a house in the Goldstream area on acreage/farm to rent, long term. The house is to accommodate myself & my partner, one 11 year old dog and 2 sister indoor/outdoor cats. Also acceptable would be a vacant equipped cabin on the property. Caretaking the property, OK. Able to move in, in March. Rent negotiable. References provided. Call Jerry at 250213-2077.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

REAL ESTATE HOUSES FOR SALE

TRANSPORTATION AUTO SERVICES FREE REMOVAL of all vehicles, cash paid for some. Any condition. Call (250)889-5383

MARINE BOATS 17.5 DOUBLE Eagle, deluxe model, low use, very good condition. 115 HP, 8 HP. $11,500. (250)474-4299.

4&-- :063 $"3 '"45 XJUI B DMBTTJmFE BE

Your Community, Your ClassiďŹ eds.

Call 250-388-3535

#ALLĂĽ

VOLUNTEER HELP WANTED

LANGFORD

SUPPORT SERVICES ( ESS )

We are a team of volunteers who respond during emergencies to provide essential services including food, lodging, clothing, etc. to people who have been evacuated from their homes by such disasters as fire, flood, earthquake, etc. We work together with Protective Services, Fire Rescue, and Emergency Management British Columbia. If ESS is of interest to you please contact us for further information or, attend our training meetings held at 7 PM on the second Monday of each month (except December, July, and August) at Langford No. 1 Fire Hall 2625 Peatt Rd. Should you decide to join ESS, you will receive free training, which will not only enhance your own preparations for disasters, but also enable you to make a rewarding contribution to your community.

E-mail langfordess@gmail.com Phone 250-857-0118

Service Directory

Browse more at:

Complete guide to professional services in your community

250-388-3535 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

GARDENING

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

HAULING AND SALVAGE

LANDSCAPING

PAINTING

WINDOW CLEANING

AFFORDABLE, EFFICIENT bookkeeping or Payroll Services avail. Call (250)858-5370.

DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141. FRUIT TREE PRUNING. Ivy & blackberry clearing. Call John Kaiser at 250-812-8236. GREAT TIME for pruning. Fruit, ornamental & native trees. Call Maxse for results. Senior disc. 250-634-0347. I AM looking for up to 5 more customers for regular lawn cuts to start this spring. Chris (250)858-2055.

250-380-7778 GRAND Xterior Cleaning. Repairs, Gutters, De-moss, Roofs, Windows, Power Washing.

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

CUSTOM LANDSCAPING by Design- let us build your dream! Free estimates. Call (250)391-0688.

CARPENTRY BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Renoâ€™s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748.

CLEANING SERVICES HI! ARE you needing help with cleaning your home? Call 250478-8940.

DRYWALL LANGFORD DRYWALL- Uhang; we-tape. Professional. Done-in-a-day service. Call Andy 250-896-9338.

ELECTRICAL 250-361-6193 Quality Electric Renoâ€™s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779. KENDRAâ€™S ELECTRICAL Company. Sm jobs welcome. Lic #86952. 250-415-7991. NORTHERN SUN Electric Comm/Res. Work Guaranteed. Any size job. Call (250)888-6160. Lic#13981.

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

FURNITURE REFINISHING FURNITURE REFINISHING & repairs. Scott (250)896-0758. www.scottsfinefinishing.ca

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call 250.388.3535

250-507-6543. ALâ€™S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, power washing, de-moss, Insured. (250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free estimate

JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK. PARRYâ€™S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Wes 250-812-7774.

ABBA EXTERIORS

Professional gutter cleaning & repairs. Window cleaning. Roof de-mossing, package discounts. â€œLocally owned Family businessâ€?. WCB, BBB Certified; Now accepting Visa/ MasterCard. (778)433-9275.

MASONRY & BRICKWORK CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, fireplaces,flagstone rock, concrete, natural & veneered stone. Replace, rebuild, restore, renew! Free competitive est. www.cbsmasonry.com; Call (250)589-9942, (250)294-9942.

ABBA Exteriors Inc. â€˜Winter Clean-Up Specialsâ€™ Gutter & Window Cleaning Concrete Power Washing Vinyl Siding Cleaning Roof Sweep & De-Mossing Carpentry * Yard Cleanup Handyman Repairs Free Estimates WCB Insured, BBB Certified; Now accepting Visa/ MC *Seniors Discounts* (778)433-9275 www.abbaexteriors.ca Locally owned Family business

HANDYPERSONS ASK ROB. Carpentry, decks, landscaping, garden clean up, rock walls and renos. Free Estimates. Call (778)967-1923. BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Painting, Repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071. HOUSE & Yard repairs. no job too small. OAP Discounts, free est. Andy, 250-886-3383.

HAULING AND SALVAGE $20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279. CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164.

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

DO YOU OFFER HOME SERVICES?

PRESSURE WASHING

Refuse Sam

âœ“Garbage Removal âœ“O.A.P Rates Attics, Basements, Compost, Construction Clean up, Demolition

Fast & Friendly Service

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

MOVING & STORAGE (250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave Moving- Free estimates! Done Right Moving $85/hr. A+ BBB. Senior Disc. No travel time before/after local moves. Penny 250-418-1747

UPHOLSTER- Furn. repairs, scratches, fix springs, marine, commercial. 250-480-9822.

Call Craig or Mike 250-216-5865 .

SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS RENOVATIONS SPECIALIST decks, fence Doors, windows, painting, drywall. Kitchen, bath, suites. 250-217-8131.

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

PAINTING A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. HIGH QUALITY and FAST. Professional Painting. $20./hr. Free est. Glenn 778-967-3607.

NEEDS mine.

WINDOW CLEANING 250-380-7778 GRAND Xterior Cleaning. Repairs, Gutters, de-moss, roofs windows, PWash, Christmas lights. DAVEâ€™S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190.

Your Community, Your ClassiďŹ eds. Call 250-388-3535

Our readers are looking for you! Donâ€™t be missed, call to place your ad today.

250-388-3535

www.goldstreamgazette.com www.goldstreamgazette.com •• A17 A17

GOLDSTREAM GOLDSTREAM NEWS NEWS GAZETTE GAZETTE -- Friday, Friday, February February 5, 5, 2016 2016

HomeFinder

GREATER VICTORIA MARKET UPDATE » MONTH TO DATE FEB. 1/16

539/351 » 934/1,027 » 2,471/3,283 »

Find a place to call home

Q: HOW DO I MAKE MY OPEN HOUSE MORE ENTICING FOR POTENTIAL BUYERS? Making sure potential buyers earmark attending your open house, on top of the numerous other options they might have on the go in a given day, can be a challenge. Mike Hartshorne of DFH Real Estate said “the general impression of the home should be (that) it’s clean, in good repair and perhaps smelling nice.” Homeowners should go through a little more effort to declutter than they would for a private showing. Sometimes putting away everyday items, such as those normally left on a kitchen counter, can go a long way toward making a home feel more open and spacious. He suggested putting away coffee makers, mixers and other appliances that may not normally go in a cupboard, to help make counter tops seem more spacious. “By not having too many things on display, it helps them envision their belongings,” he said. As for first impressions, he added, the front door should not show any visible signs of wear. “I always like to have something by the door.” Having a plant, flower, or enticing piece of art near a doorway can be a good idea, as often crowds can linger by the doorway when an open house is busy. One last tip for sellers is to protect items that may be special to them. “It’s never recommended you leave valuables in plain sight,” Hartshorne said, recommending to safely store any items with monetary or sentimental value.

COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES / TOTAL, JANUARY 2015 NEW LISTINGS / TOTAL, JANUARY 2015 ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS / TOTAL, JANUARY 2015

SELLER’S TIP | Open houses can be a good opportunity to show off your home

Open houses offer flexibility for buyers and sellers You never know who might fall in love with your home

with several days’ notice, giving homeowners more time to prepare and make sure their home looks its best. Often, he said, private showings are booked with little warning, making it hard Katherine Engqvist for homeowners to be preNews Gazette staff pared. Since open houses are Sometimes it can be tough to attract potential usually scheduled for two to buyers and separate your three hours at a time, they home from numerous other can also offer more flexibility, especially for buyers listings. A common tool realtors who have a busy schedule and sellers choose to show of private showings. “If you’re runtheir home to ning out of time, potential buy“You can get you may just ers is an open skip something,” house. This tool drop-ins who Hartshorne said. may not be for But for open everyone, says didn’t know they homes, “if you’re Mike Hartshorne were looking” of DFH Real - Mike Hartshorne, 15 minutes earlier or later, it’s Estate says, but DFH Real Estate not a big deal,” it’s definitely a making them marketing strategy about which sellers and easier to get to. However, of that traffic their agents should have a generated by open houses, conversation. Where private showings many visitors may not be as are limited to one poten- interested as someone who tial buyer at a time, open has booked a private showhouses can be helpful in ing. “Some people feel it’s just generating a lot of traffic through a home that is new neighbours or looky-loos,” he said. “You can’t really on the market. This can make them more qualify them.” Although, you never know convenient for potential buyers who may have trou- if one of those looky-loos ble scheduling private view- might fall in love with your ings or just want to browse home. “You can get drop-ins who on their day off. Buying a home “can be didn’t know they were lookvery busy and stressful in ing,” Hartshorne said, nota hot market,” Hartshorne ing he’s even sold several said, adding open houses homes to people who had can help take some of that no intention of looking or buying and just dropped in stress away. They can also be more on a whim. With the mild climate on convenient for sellers, as they are usually scheduled the West Shore and the rest

KEVINKOETKE

“MY MOTIVATION WILL MOVE YOU.”

$1,200,000 579 Bunker Rd 5br, 2ba 3,100 sqft. MLS#359655 A rare opportunity earmarked in the Colwood community plan for high density residential and commercial development. Currently Zoned R-! the 2.535 Acre site would currently allow for 9 lots, backs onto the Veterans Memorial Parkway and is adjacent to a site zoned CD-20 which allows a floor space ratio of 1.7. This would translate to approximately 187000 buildable sqft. if the site was similarly zoned. The 1992 Cape Cod style 3100 sqft home is in good condition offering 5 bedrooms and 2 baths, ample parking and complete privacy.

AWARD WINNING SERVICE SINCE 1994

BUYING OR SELLING? CALL NOW FOR A FREE MARKET EVALUATION

Photo contributed

Mike Hartshorne of DFH Real Estate Ltd. said open houses can offer a level of convenience for both sellers and buyers that private showings may not. busy holiday seasons or if the weather is uncharacteristically bad, there may not be as many. He expects a number to pop up in the spring. katie@goldstream gazette.com

of Greater Victoria helping to avoid the peaks and valleys in the real estate market experienced by other areas, Hartshorne said open houses usually run all year round. Although, he said during

MIKE HARTSHORNE* 5 BED/ 3 BATH – 2 ACRES + POOL! $865,000

To advertise in Homefinder, contact Christine Scott at: cscott@goldstreamgazette. com or Shelley Westwood at swestwood@ goldstreamgazette.com

JENN RAAPPANA 1 BED/ 1 BATH + DEN – OPEN HOUSE SAT. FEB 6TH 1-3 $269,900

250-478-9600

P: E: KEVINKOETKE@SHAW.CA W: KEVINKOETKE.COM

4286 Happy Valley Rd

Over 3400 sq ft, updated kitchen, media room, barn + solar heated in ground pool! MLS: 353400

250 474 6003

402-760 Johnson St

Great location, floor to ceiling windows, no neighbor above + superior finishings! MLS: 359071

www.mikeandjenn.ca

*Personal Real Estate Corporation

A18 • www.goldstreamgazette.com www.goldstreamgazette.com

Westshore Gold and Silver

Friday, February 5, 2016 - GOLDSTREAM

open houses

ALL OUR JEWELLERY IS 1/10 THE COST OF OUR COMPETITION! BEAUTY ON A BUDGET

With every purchase from now to

Valentines Day,

WIN

enter for a chance to a Diamond Ring!

730 GOLDSTREAM AVE • CALL 778.406.0606

Latoria Dental Centre

We are open! We are happy to announce the official opening of

Latoria Dental Centre.

Our goal is to provide the local community with high quality and convenient dental care. Located at 111-611 Brookside Road, (corner of Brookside and Veteran’s Memorial Parkway), Latoria Dental Centre provides a wide range of dental services from preventative care to general dentistry and restoration. We are now accepting New Patients

Dr. BryanCall Parker and Dr. John Duncanto (Rocky Point Rd) are excited to announce their new us(Metchosin today atRd)778-265-5070 book your next appointment.

location! In order to provide our patients and clients more and services, You can alsowith visit usspace online at we will be moving the first

week of Novemberwww.latoriadentalcentre.com into our brand new Latoria Dental Centre or located at 611 Brookside Road, connect with us onnext to the Red Barn Market and Pure Pharmacy https://www.facebook.com/latoriadentalcentre/ (near the corner of Brookside and Veterans’ Memorial Parkway) Facebook

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Latoria Dental Centre

111-611 Brookside Rd. Victoria Collectively, Dr. Parker and Dr. Duncan have over 50 years of Dentistry experience and will continue to offer the same dental care in our new location including regular hygiene checkups, basic and major restorative treatment. Come check out our new location and meet all of our professional staff!

We may be moving; however you will still be able to reach us at the usual numbers: • Dr. Parker - 250-474-1641 •

Dr. John Duncan – 250-478-6111

Looking forward to seeing you there!

NEWS GAZETTE

more details in Real Estate Victoria, available FREE on news stands now

OPEN HOUSES FEB. 05 - FEB. 11 , 2016

VICTORIA

21 Ontario St. From $699,900

402-760 Johnson Street $269,900

ESQUIMALT

Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Macdonald Realty Conrad Nyren, 250-589-9520 www.dallaspointe.com

Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003 www.mikeandjenn.ca

80 Saghalie Road, From $409,900

216 - 1315 2700 Eastdowne Esquimalt Road Rd., $755,000 $236,900 MLS 359314,

Daily 12-5 Bosa Properties 250-382-2672 www.bosa properties.com

Capital Realty David Stevens, 250-477-5353 www.david-stevens.ca

OAK BAY

Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Ed. G. Sing, 250-744-3301 www.edgsing.com

WEST SHORE

5-477 Lampson, 200-595 $215,000 MLS 359990, Sat. 12-2 Latoria Road, Royal LePage Coast From $329,900

Saturday, 1:30 - 3:30 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Rosemary Tulett, 250-477-7291

SAANICH EAST

Saturday and Sunday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Greg Long, 250-384-8124 www.greglong.com

SAANICH PENINSULA

6-2353 Harbour VIEW ROYAL 401-1201 23-5110 Cordova Road, $609,000 Hillside Avenue 1900 Watkiss Bay Road, Sunday 1-2:30 Saturday 2-4 Way, MLS 359968, Macdonald Realty From $259,000 Sunday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Victoria Niels Madsen, 250-388-5882 www.nielsmadsen.com

Saturday & Sunday 12-4 RE/MAX Alliance Ron Neal, 250-386-8181 www.ronneal.com

RE/MAX Camosun Georgia & Tim Wiggins, Joanne Brodersen, 250-415-2500 250-744-3301 www.joannebrodersen.com www.timwiggins.com

Professional Experienced Trusted Negotiator

NEal CarmiChaEl, mBa Call 250-857-2067

Sothethy's International Realty Canada is Independently Owned and Operated.

Photo contributed

This pendant may be somewhere on the West Shore.

Visitor seeks her special pendant Dan Ebenal Black Press

A Victoria woman is hoping to be reunited with a symbol of the love of her life in time for Valentine’s Day. Rhonda Hilton was married 40 years when her husband died of cancer in 2012. Not long after moving to Victoria from Ontario last November, she created a memento to ensure her husband was never far from her heart. She had a heart-shaped pendant made from his wedding ring, with a tree of life inside the heart and his birthstone on one of the branches. On Jan. 23, Hilton had lunch at Bin 4 in Langford before going for a walk at the Colwood Creek dog park. Later a friend pointed out that the pendant was missing. Hilton found the chain in her shirt but the pendant was gone. “At that point I started crying,” she said. Hilton rushed back to the restaurant and later retraced her steps at the park, but had no luck. She put up posters in the area and her daughter’s Facebook post about the lost pendant has received nearly 5,000 shares. “People I don’t know are getting in touch with me. People offered to go through the park with a metal detector,” said Hilton. She is trying to remain optimistic about being reunited with the symbol of her undying love. “I am doing my best to keep my hope going, but it’s been over a week now,” she said. Anyone who may know the location of the pendant is asked to contact Hilton by email at ontario2bc@outlook. com. editor@goldstream gazette.com

www.goldstreamgazette.com • A19

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, February 5, 2016

victoria’s newest spring show!

see RENOVATION & DECOR you ou

2 N D A N N U A L E A R LY S P R I N G

HOMESHOW

THERE

B U I L D I N G , R E N O VAT I O N A N D D E C O R S H O W !

Create Your Dream Home

FRIDAY

FEBRUARY 26 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm

SATURDAY

FEBRUARY 26, 27, 28, 2016 Over 150 exhibits! Fabulous kitchens! Tonnes of information! Outdoor living ideas!

MEET THE INDUSTRY EXPERTS UNDER ONE ROOF!

PEARKES COMMUNITY CENTRE

SUNDAY

FEBRUARY 28 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

3100 Tillicum Road

FREE ADMISSION Get inspired by the newest ideas in spring home improvement and decorating!