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Visionary rector taking on a new chapter

Ken Gray brought political activism to his role as Anglican minister Arnold Lim News Gazette staff

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The 11-year rector of Church of the Advent in Colwood is moving on to take a promotion to Dean at a cathedral in Kamloops. of the Earth and as a Christian, I due to albinism, Gray is also a believe the Earth has been given senior volunteer at the local and national levelFascia forSign the Canadian to us as a gift and to date we have Langford Dental -Front abused it,” he said. “So, it is aPage 1National Institute for the Blind. Outside his volunteerism and moral imperative for me.” Despite being visually impaired church and community work,

his love of the arts has been well nourished on the West Shore, he said. He even runs his own photography business, despite being legally blind. “In the age of digital camera

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More affordable homes for Langford families M’akola Housing Society to rent 36 new units on Goldstream Avenue Charla Huber Special to the Gazette

The M’akola Housing Society has transformed five homes into 36. This isn’t a magic trick, it’s the result of hard work and determination, bringing more affordable housing to Langford. Five townhomes along Goldstream Avenue were removed and in its place, at 550 Goldstream Ave., an apartment building with two- and three-bedroom units now exists and will be ready for tenants on April 1. “It’s getting more and more expensive to raise a family, with rents escalating and getting further and further out of reach” said M’akola CEO, Kevin Albers. “This building provides affordable housing for families where they prefer to live and raise their children, close to schools, recreation, transportation and shopping.” M’akola provides 1,600 homes to 5,000 family members across the province and has six housing complexes in Langford. “In Langford we are a big advocate of affordable housing. M’akola has operated here since the 1980s and has evolved just as the City of Langford has,” Mayor Stew Young said. “We welcome this M’akola proj-

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M’akola Vice-President David Seymour and CEO Kevin Albers stroll through the new 550 Goldstream Ave. site. The housing project is bringing 36 units of affordable housing to Langford. ect and the many more to come. Langford is about taking care of families and M’akola is helping us do that.” With many long-term operating agreements with various levels of government and housing providers expiring, M’akola has been developing other strategies to create and offer affordable housing through strategic partnerships. “This project was the result of a significant investment by M’akola Housing Society which allowed us to leverage B.C. Housing

grants and long-term financing. In the end it was the City of Langford that provided that last jolt to get us over the finish line and into construction,” Albers said. “The City of Langford couldn’t be a better partner and they continue to set the bar very high for other municipalities.” M’akola Development Services, a social enterprise branch of the M’akola Group was the development consultant and project manager for the project, “transforming this building from an idea through to

fruition,” explained Albers. “I am so proud of the team, and the hard work they have invested to make this a reality.” Not only will the new building provide homes for 36 families, it will also bring more than 25 full-time positions to Langford, including Albers’. “Langford has been a big supporter of affordable housing, families and especially M’akola. This is a perfect pairing for M’akola,” Albers said. In 2008 Langford won a national Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation award for its affordable housing program for homeownership. Developers in Langford must adhere to the program and sell a percentage of homes built for a lower cost to families in need. The program was first introduced in 2004. The City also contributed $263,600 through municipal grants and various fee reductions to this project. M’akola Group of Societies is the largest Aboriginal Housing provider in the province. The homes in its newest building are ready for viewing and tenants can move in April 1. Interest has been fast and furious with over 300 inquires in the first few days leading M’akola to seek out further rental project opportunities in Langford. Units will be rented at the lower end of market, with rent for a two bedroom, two bathroom unit starting at $895/month. Charla Huber is a former reporter for the Goldstream News Gazette. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

Colwood residents mostly satisfied with City’s work Seaside residents see challenges ahead, but happy overall with the work of council Arnold Lim News Gazette staff

The results are in. A phone and online survey of approximately 400 Colwood residents conducted through January and early February has been completed and presented to council. While there were a number of issues to keep an eye on, the survey’s findings showed a positive view on the work being done by Colwood staff and council. “The Citizen Satisfaction Survey confirmed what we have always thought,” said Coun. Gordie

Logan. “That Colwood residents believe that they have a high quality of life, that Colwood is a great place to live, and the city provides excellent customer service.” The 2016 citizen survey showed 54 per cent of Colwood residents said what they loved about Colwood most was it’s “peaceful, relaxed lifestyle close to nature and the ocean.” When asked to rate the City on a scale out of 10 on particular subjects, response scores averaged 7.5 for “a high quality of life,” 7.6 for “a great place to raise a family,” and 7.4 for “a great place to retire.” Although, Logan did acknowledge there were challenges to overcome. “(The study) also highlighted areas that are top of mind for Colwood residents. Development and planning, transportation and traffic, and the sewer system are seen to be the City’s biggest chal-

lenges,” he said. “While a diverse housing stock and safe routes to school are identified as areas to improve upon, fire services, snow and ice removal and the City’s parks and trails were (also) tops in the minds of residents.” Of those surveyed, 28 per cent noted the top issues in the municipality as development and planning, with 22 per cent noting transportation and traffic, and 20 per cent noting the sewer system. A Colwood resident since 1971, Melanie Davis said she was less impressed with some of Colwood’s work, and hoped to see improvements starting with increased communication. “They need to talk to the people first before they start doing some of these things,” Davis said. “People that live in (some developed areas in Colwood) didn’t know that trees would be cut down before they got home.”

While she doesn’t live in those areas, Davis also pointed to the large retaining walls as “the worst thing she has ever seen,” and a potential safety hazard, with concerns about their strength in the face of natural disasters. While new rules regulating the height of such walls are in the works, she wondered why they weren’t there before. She also pointed to partially developed areas now sitting incomplete and “ugly,” wondering aloud how developers could leave areas like that in disrepair. “A prime example is the (Capital) City Centre development, what a mess that is... I think it’s unprofessional... They need to screen developers (more),” Davis said. She also pointed to the potential costs of sewage as a major concern, and said Colwood may not even need sewage.

“I just think we live on a natural gravel bed in Colwood and we don’t need sewage (systems)… I don’t think we should be forced into something we don’t need,” she said. “I can see them having it in Victoria and Esquimalt but we don’t really need it out here.” Overall she hoped for more from a council she said wasn’t living up to their mandate. Logan on the other hand was satisfied with the results, but promised to continue to work hard and improve all facets of life in his community. “Council and staff embrace these results and are truly thankful for the honest opinions given. It’s clear that Colwood residents love their city,” he said. “(However) we are set to work our collective butts off to make Colwood even better.” alim@goldstreamgazette.com

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Congregation president and chairman of the building committee, Howard Blair, breaks ground for the new Redeemer Lutheran church at the corner of Jenkins Avenue and Jacklin Road in Langford. Rick Stiebel/ News Gazette staff

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Lutheran Redeemer Church is set to rise again on the same site where the original parish was built in 1957. Pastor Phil Washeim said the old building had long passed its best before due date and was in need of constant costly repairs, including the need for a new roof. “It made more sense to plan for a new building,” Washeim said. The last service was held in January 2012, and plans for the new church began in earnest. “We’re absolutely thrilled to be at this point,” Washeim said. “We’re really looking forward to completing this long journey.” Members of the congregation held a solemn ceremony on Monday to bless the site and break ground for the new church, which will be built at the corner of Jenkins Avenue and Jacklin Road in Langford. Work is expected to begin within the next two months, and the $2 million project should be completed within 18 months. Washeim said it will include an elevator which will make it easier for members of the congregation with mobility issues to attend. Residents of the adjacent seniors facility slated for the same location will also have access to the elevator, which may help boost the number of people attending services, added Washeim. The church and seniors care facility are being built under the direction of Cherish Living Group. The congregation currently has about 50 members. But the new church will be able to accommodate about 100 people. The hope is that attendance will increase when the project is completed, said Howard Blair, president of Redeemer Lutheran and chair of the building committee. “A strong group of people had a goal and it’s been a great journey,” Blair said. “It’s an exciting time for our congregation.” Washeim said the multi-generational congregation has a long-established history in Langford and strives to make a positive difference in the community by supporting and assisting people of all ages, whatever their background. “From my perspective, there’s much more to a church than simply being a place of worship on Sundays,” he added. reporter@goldstreamgazette.com

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The West Shore Arts Council and the Juan de Fuca Performing Arts Centre Society gathered together last Sunday with local council members, arts organization representatives, consultants and members of the public to discuss arts on the West Shore. The three hour event revealed the unified desire to move forward in making an arts and cultural centre a reality for the West Shore.

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“I tend to see line and shape and colour better than detail … But our motto is, ‘we see what others miss.’” In addition to shooting on the Island for Legally Blind Photography, he will also miss the Jazz Vespers, an amalgamation of a church service with some of Canada’s best jazz musicians. The last one at which Gray will officiate happens Sunday, March 20, when the Pram Trio from Toronto are welcomed to Colwood. Church warden Elizabeth Bennett, who began attending the Church of the Advent after her previous one closed down, said the friendly demeanour of Gray and his wife Kathie made her feel at home among the approximately 200 parishioners. Since Gray is legally blind, Bennett signed up to help drive him to appointments, including visiting patients at hospitals or homes. She said she will miss the learning conversations shared with Gray on route to the different volunteer events. “I think he has a good balance; (as) a parish priest he must first service his congregation, but depending on the vision of the church the amount of outreach to community can vary,” she said. “He is going to be missed and Kamloops is lucky to be getting him.” A farewell lunch for the long-time rector goes at 11 a.m. on March 20 followed that evening by the final Jazz Vespers service at 7 p.m. Gray’s last service as rector happens Easter Sunday, March 27 at 10 a.m. at 510 Mount View Ave. alim@goldstreamgazette.com

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The secret to a life well lived In our pages every week we often celebrate significant milestones, special moments and selfless sacrifices. Those special interest stories, as we call them, are often a step away from the hard news stories we cover and tend to take a more philosophical approach. We travel on a journey, getting to know some of the intimate details of a person’s life. Unfortunately, we usually can’t get all a person has shared with us in a single story. Many of the people we interview could fill books with their experiences and advice. Most of those books would be best sellers too. We regularly find ourselves contemplating that age old question and trying to sum up an answer in a few hundred words. So while we are out in the community covering 100th birthdays, anniversaries and retirements, we often find ourselves asking West Shore residents what their secret is. What their secret is to a long life, happy marriage, successful career or even just getting through some of the not so good days. From all of those assignments and all of the advice we have heard - some of which we passed on, some we’ve kept to ourselves - we have come to the conclusion there is no one secret to rule them all. There is no one size fits all piece of advice that will magically make your life perfect. And there is no magical definition that translates to a life well lived. What we often hear is that doing what makes you not someone else - happy, is usually all it takes to feel like you’re winning at the end of the day. Finding some way to find joy, even if it’s just walking in the sunshine, can make all the difference. Everyone goes through some dark patches, but getting through them, that’s what makes the triumphs on the other end feel so much sweeter. Sharing those successes with those around you also makes them feel that much better. And you would be hard pressed to find someone in this community that would say helping others is a waste of time. That help doesn’t have to be a huge financial contribution. It could be something as small as helping an elderly neighbour rake their leaves, or dropping off a container of soup to a sick friend. In the end, we’ve heard it’s the little moments that give life meaning, not the things we often fill our lives with. With time, we often forget many of our accomplishments but we’ll remember the smell of that favourite meal or the touch of a significant other. It’s not the things we do that make life great, it’s who we do them with.

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YOUR VIEW

No free bus rides for most residents It does not bother me that people who are already getting over $900 a month and other perks, like dental coverage, will lose their free bus pass in September - once they will be getting even more money. Nobody ever gave me a free bus pass. My question is why has there been no announcement for extra money for other people on welfare who have had their rates frozen since 2007, which is a decrease when factoring in inflation. Maybe we would not have so many tent cities or the need for temporary homeless shelters, if those people at the legislature were more awake to the cost of renting any accommodations. When was the last time any of them rented something for $375 a month? When was the last time Christy Clark tried living on $610 a month? I wonder, yes, I wonder. I do not need to wonder how often those politicians at the legislature give themselves a raise. I do know that those politicians eat on our dime and those from the mainland can get an extra $1000 a month to rent a place while they are in Victoria no questions asked, no receipts needed. Andre Mollon Langford

Concerns of over-use in our medical system Re: Time to take MSP off life support (B.C. Views, Feb. 24). I enjoyed Tom Fletcher’s column on MSP premiums and it brought back to mind some research I conducted when I was at Decima

Research in the late ‘80s. As is true today, there was concern among some that people were over-using medical care, in part because they did not understand its cost. We tested views about costs of the system and looked in particular at differences between provinces that charged premiums and those that did not. The results were surprising. We found that a significant minority of respondents in provinces that had premiums believed that their premiums covered the entire cost of the health system. Far from making them more cautious about accessing the system, many of those premiumpaying respondents thought “I’m paying for it, so why shouldn’t I go to the hospital/clinic whenever I want.” As is the case today, proponents of premiums argued that it would make people more sensitive to the costs of the services they used; the converse turned out to be true. The only serious attempt to let people know about medical costs directly was Alberta’s disastrous (and never repeated) experiment in informing households about all the medical services consumed by the household in the previous year. Ian Mckinnon Oak Bay

B.C. can do better for its residents

It has been reported that B.C. has the best economic numbers of all provinces. Really? Who has paid for it? Premier Clark has cut and tweaked wherever it was possible, mostly on the poor: B.C. has the highest child poverty in the land;

the highest debt level for students; family and children services understaffed; not enough judges and sheriffs. Homelessness is a real problem, the care for mentally challenged citizens is woefully inadequate, and the minimum wage for adult workers plunges people, who often have to work several jobs, more and more into poverty. This is not a success story for B.C. or Premier Clark. Karin Hertel Saanich

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It’s almost time for the region’s yearly snowfall (cherry blossom petals) to blanket streets. In the spirit of that, the 41st annual Flower Count is underway and runs until March 9 with bragging rights to claim. The municipality that counts the most blossoms will be crowned the Bloomingest Community, so don’t forget to tally your counts. For more information go to flowercount. ca or you can also get in on the fun by logging onto UsedVictoria.com. The site will be featuring a “hidden bloom” every day of the count. If you find the hidden bloom share the ad via Twitter for a chance to win daily prizes.

A mother pleading to the public for information on her daughter’s disappearance, acidic fumes closing down London Drugs, a man who crashed into a van-load of elementary school students and more are among the headlines pulled from past issues of the Goldstream Gazette going back through the decades for the week of March 4.

2006 On the third anniversary of Marilynne Neill’s disappearance, her mother makes an emotional plea for anyone with information to come forward. The case was recently reclassified from missing person, to missing person where foul play is strongly suspected. Rachelle Warner said she is more interested in recovering her daughter’s body than seeing those responsible brought to justice. Neill disappeared Feb. 16, 2003 a day before she was to appear in court on drug-related charges. Also making news the week of March 4, 2006... Pub owners hire a consultant to help fight proposed changes to patio smoking regulations. Although the proposed changes to redefine the definition of a patio that came without public consultation were shelved to allow for public process, businesses are complaining of a campaign of harassment against those allowing smoking on their patio areas. And Metchosin took the first step towards rescinding land use Bylaw 444 by passing unanimously a motion to return the property to commercial recreation zoning as it was before. The proposed rezoning would allow a class “A” golf course or a mini golf course and luxury resort to proceed as planned. The developer Tony Wasilenko complained saying council “jumped the gun.”

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1996 A contractor who hauled demolition debris to a Metchosin property had to haul the material away again by order of municipal staff. The material had been dumped on the flood plain of Veitch Creek. Rick Wheatley, of D&R Wheatley Excavating said his crews had merely dropped the material where the property owner requested. They removed the materials at their own cost and without incident. Also making news the week of March 4, 1996... The London Drugs at Colwood Corners is evacuated after a hazardous material catches fire, sending sulphuric acid fumes throughout the building. One woman is rushed to hospital and three others complain of a burning feeling in their throats. The fire stared when dimethylsulfoxide was heated in the pharmacy, creating sulphuric acid. And a man who crashed his car into a van-load of Happy Valley elementary school students in View Royal 15 months ago is sentenced to two years less a day in prison and banned from driving for the next 10 years. He’s convicted of impaired driving and dangerous driving causing bodily harm. His vehicle swerved across the double solid line on the Island Highway as he travelled to Victoria from Ladysmith, eventually hitting the minivan returning from a field trip. Five students are injured and James Etter had a blood-alcohol level of .203, more than 2.5 times the legal limit.

1986 More than $2 million in “no strings attached” transitional grant money is given to Colwood and Metchosin. Colwood receives more than $1.67 million and Metchosin gets just over $500,000 based on $150 per capita on Colwood’s 11,164 population and Metchosin’s 3,464, to assist in meeting costs associated with newly incorporated status. Also making news the week of March 4, 1986... Colwood RCMP are on the hunt for tire slashers who caused approximately $1,000 worth of damage on Peatt and Strathmore roads. Eleven tires on nine separate vehicles are slashed. And Colwood RCMP call in a police dog and handler to sniff out a man hiding in Six Mile House. Two officers called for the dog after arriving on the scene. The dog sniffed out the suspect, who is found with both of his hands bleeding. – Compiled by Arnold Lim

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First Nations oppose Malahat LNG project WSANEC nations looking into legal and political options to prevent LNG terminal on Saanich Inlet Steven Heywood Black Press

First Nations Chiefs on the east side of the Saanich Inlet are opposing the proposed Malahat LNG project and are calling on their neighbours to stand with them. The Chiefs of the Tsawout, Pauquachin, Tseycum and Tsartlip First Nations stood at an overlook at the Tsawout community Tuesday morning. With the site of the proposed floating liquified natural gas terminal in the background, the Chiefs decried what they called a lack of consultation by the proponent, Steelhead LNG, and the granting in October last year of an export license to the company by the National Energy Board. Steelhead LNG has proposed an LNG terminal and liquefaction plant on the west side of the inlet at Bamberton, as well as an underwater gas pipeline. The company had announced an agreement with the Malahat First Nation in August, 2015.

Tsawout Chief Don Tom said there are no conditions under which his community would support the project, as it directly impacts on their fishing and hunting rights and spiritual connection to the inlet. “No,” he said, “this would not benefit us in any way and undo all of the rehabilitation work that has gone on in the Sannich Inlet.” Tom said local first nations are trying to protect their way of life, recognized under treaty. That requires, he continued, government at all levels and proponents like Steelhead LNG to consult with them. “Under our law, when people come in to our territory and disrupt those laws and rights, it’s our obligation to correct them.” In a statement, Steelhead LNG wrote the project is still in its early stages and “environmental stewardship of the proposed project is our number one priority.” The company also stated they are “fully committed to evaluating (the project) in a way that is respectful, transparent and science-based.” Steelhead LNG added they will continue to engage with the WSANEC communities and other potential affected First Nations, to address concerns. The Chiefs, in a media release, also put the Province of B.C. “on notice that they do not have jurisdiction to interfere with the conti-

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Tsartlip Elder Tom Sampson, left, and Chief Don Tom were joined by the Chiefs of the Pauquachin and Tsawout First Nations on Tuesday morning to announce their opposition to the proposed Malahat LNG terminal on Saanich Inet. Tsartlip also ahs the support of the Tseycum Nation. nuity of our treaty rights and will incur liability and put any LNG project at significant risk of cancellation should they choose to provide permits and authorizations to the proponents without our consent.” Tom added proponents of any projects, if they disregard the community, would be “invited to leave.” “We are here to say if Steelhead LNG continues as it has been, it is unwelcome to do business in this territory,” Tom said. The B.C. Ministry of of Natural Gas Development, in a statement, said the project would be “subject to

rigorous environmental reviews and permitting processes before it could be built.” As well, they wrote that any provincial assessment must include consultation and engagement with First Nations who may be impacted. Harvey Underwood, Chief of the Tsawout First Nation, and Rebecca Davis, Chief of the Pauquachin, added their support to Tom and the opposition to Malahat LNG. Tsartlip Edler Tom Sampson said the courts have upheld First Nations treaty rights and the communities along the Saanich Inlet “are not going to give it away.” “We are the legal owners of this land … and LNG will never come

here,” he said. Sampson advocated for people, young and old, to stand up to prevent the project. Tom said the WSANEC First Nations are looking into legal and political options. “We will request a meeting with the Prime Minister when he’s here on the Island on March 11 to 13,” he said. “We will discuss the Crowns obligations and duty to First Nations.” Tom added he welcomes neighbouring municipalities, if they stand against Malahat LNG, to contribute to a legal war chest. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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Pearson College students setting the bar Pearson College students sing, dance and perform their mandate Arnold Lim News Gazette staff

Michael Legere already knows how he’ll feel when it’s over. After all the students descend upon the McPherson Playhouse stage one final time, applause will rise, the curtains falls and Pearson College’s One World variety show will end with silence. Everyone on or behind the scenes, will take a few minutes to reflect on their amazing journey. The shows stage manager has seen it before. “No one knows what to say, everyone is feeling pretty happy, pretty relieved, pretty excited to finished the last performance and the sentiment is really that of love,” he said. “It’s just one of those times when all of Pearson is seated together and there are a few moments where everyone is speechless, that is what I am looking forward too.” One World, showcasing performance art from Indigenous Malaysian dance, to spoken word presentations from two Syrian students, to Ukrainian dance, isn’t your typical high school performance he said. The second-year Pearson College student from New

Brunswick didn’t realize that himself until he was blown away not only by the acts, but what they represent. “(The acts) are all meant to represent or say something about the people of Pearson and where the people come from. Some acts you see will be very definitively (from a) country but some other acts are mixes of various cultures,” he said. “As much as possible we try to portray something about our collective identity that way.” The bar is set high but Legere said all 160 students from 80 countries will rise to the occasion when One World takes the stage for two public performances on Saturday, March 5, at 2 and 8 p.m. He said the show is an opportunity for youth to reach those heights, where they might not if not given the opportunity. Désirée McGraw, president and head of Pearson College, said she is seeing that already and hopes the public comes out to support the show. “It’s a hallmark, a signature, it’s an opportunity for the whole community to really come together and rally behind a visual, theatrical, creative representation of what we are at Pearson as one of 15 United World Colleges around the world celebrating diversity through stories, music and dance,” she said. “I really feel that One World is the physical representation of our mission.” One of 15 United World College

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One World, a student-led performance art variety show, features every single student attending Pearson College either on the stage as a performer, or behind the scenes as crew. schools, their mission is to make education a force to unite peoples, cultures and nations for a more peaceful and sustainable future, she said. One of 15 such schools, Pearson being the second, was created in 1974 and named after Lester B. Pearson. Legere, in his final year at the school said his time there has changed his views of the world and he looks forward to continu-

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Local gymnast soars to gold at Langley event Gymnastics stokes Langford athlete’s competitive fires Rick Stiebel News Gazette staff

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Emily Schmidt practices on the bars at Falcon Gymnastics in Saanich. The Langford resident practices for four hours a day, five days a week.

Emily Schmidt’s gymnastic abilities have her flying with the falcons. The 15-year-old Belmont secondary student, a member of Falcon Gymnastics, earned a gold medal for her floor routine at the Christy Fraser Memorial Competition in Langley last month. Schmidt has been involved in gymnastics for six years, the past four competitively. Although it devours most of her free time - she practices for four hours five days a week - the rewards outweigh any loss of free time. “I’m doing something that I love that keeps you in great physical shape,” she explained during an interview before practice. Some of the other benefits include developing self discipline and better time-management skills, she added. It has also changed how she looks towards the future, said Schmidt, who is considering a career in physiotherapy or attending medical school. Another element that attracted her to the sport is the opportunity to compete against herself, as well as the other gymnasts. “The beam and floor routines appeal to me the most,” Schmidt said. “I’m more of an artistic gymnast and those events suit me more. Although, training is very repetitive. With competitions it’s one shot, mess up and you’re done.” She also appreciates the relationships the sport has nurtured, noting that now some of her closest

friends are members of Falcon Gymnastics. “We all push each other in a positive way. It would be much harder if they weren’t there.” Schmidt, who takes part in six to seven competitions a year between January and June, is looking forward to the Gymnix International competition March 3 to 6 in Montreal. “I’m pretty excited about my first trip to Montreal, but pretty nervous about competing against gymnasts from all over the world.” Other goals include earning an opportunity to compete in the provincials, which take place in Langley in June. Success at that tournament could result in a trip to the Westerns. reporter@goldstreamgazette.com

Falcon Gymnastics Falcon Gymnastics has been in operation in Saanich since 1973, offering a full range of programs and camps for preschoolers to adults. Their competitive team includes about 40 members from six to 16 years of age. Sheila Schmidt, president of the Falcon Gymnastics Parents Association, said the recent success at three competitions in February is a testament to the dedication of the coaches, athletes and their parents. “The coaches spend many hours training and preparing the girls and have devoted their lives to helping them excel,” she said. “The commitment on the parents’ part to enable the girls to train and compete requires a lot of personal sacrifice for the whole family.” For more information check out falcongymanstics.com.

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The Vancouver Canucks may not have been busy at the National Hockey League’s trade deadline this week, but one roster change caught the attention of West Shore hockey fans. Adam Cracknell, the 30-year-old journeyman centre and former Colwood resident who thrilled local fans by scoring the winner for the Canucks in the Kraft Hockeyville game last fall at The Q Centre, was claimed off waivers by Edmonton on Monday. The night Cracknell Tweeted: “Very excited to be joining the @EdmontonOilers and adding a new chapter to my career.” He also gave thanks to the Canucks for giving him the opportunity to play this season and wished them good luck. Cracknell tallied five goals and five

assists in 44 games with Vancouver, 20 more than he played in any previous stint in the NHL. The former Saanich Braves junior B player, who saw his first NHL action at 25 with the St. Louis Blues, had signed a one-year deal with the Canucks but was put on waivers just before Monday’s deadline. He was primarily playing on the club’s fourth line with the likes of Derek Dorsett and Emerson Etem. In the Oilers, Cracknell joins a team loaded with young talent including rookie sensation Connor McDavid, but one that continues to struggle to win hockey games. The Oilers are second-last overall in the league. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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The Vancouver Canucks’ Adam Cracknell competes for the puck against defenders from the San Jose Sharks at the Kraft Hockeyville North Saanich 2015 pre-season action at The Q Centre back in September. A Colwood native, Cracknell has traded his blue jersery for one sporting the Oilers’ logo.

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Canada’s elite mountain bikers are flying along the trails at Bear Mountain Resort this week to gear up for the annual national team training camp and Olympic qualifying races. The Team Canada group includes twotime world champion Catherine Pendrel, one of Canada’s best shots at bringing home a medal from the Summer Olympics in Rio. The six-time Canadian champion is familiar with the demands of Olympic competition after finishing fourth in Beijing in 2008 and ninth in London in 2012. Pendrel’s ascent in mountain biking (MTB) began in earnest when she attended the University of Victoria, which allowed her to sharpen her skills on the challenging trails of southern Vancouver Island. Pendrel said Bear Mountain, which hosts the launch of the qualifying race circuit on Saturday, is the perfect training venue for the national mountain bike team. She said the trails and surrounding area offer all the challenges riders will face at World Cup competitions, and the relaxing environment provides the perfect tonic to promote recovery between difficult training sessions. Emily Batty is set to challenge Pendrel for a place on the podium. Batty has climbed the world rankings to an impressive seventh place on the heels of a gold medal performance at the Pan Am Games and a Canadian national championship. This is her first visit to the Canadian MTB training centre at Bear Mountain and the Toronto native described the trails and facilities as amazing. “I’m sure riders from across the country will be impressed. The ability to train together as a national team is a huge help for everybody,” she added. With an eye to the weather forecast for the week, Batty said

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during a break from training sessions that the anticipated rain should help the competitors. “It’s good to get a race in with muddy conditions,” she explained. “It helps develop different skills that pay off further down the road.” Quebec City native Raphael Gagne was also impressed with the facilities and trails at Bear Mountain. The current Canadian national champion in cross country said he believes the best must train with the best and Bear Mountain has helped to make that happen.

National team coach Dan Proulx said the course allows riders a unique opportunity to sort out problems that may arise during competitions. “It’s an individual sport, but it’s best when the riders function as a team,” Proulx explained. “The trails and features and the infrastructure at Bear Mountain will help us in our preparation for Rio, and likely help us produce more medal potential athletes for the 2020 Olympics and beyond.” Bear Mountain Resort owner ECOASIS and Cycling Canada formed a partnership in

2015 to build the official high performance training centre for Cycling Canada at the resort. Cycling Canada, founded in 1882, is the governing body for competitive cycling in Canada. The organization’s goal is to create and sustain an effective system to develop talented Canadian cyclists to achieve Olympic, Paralympic and world championship medal success. Cycling Canada’s vision aims to make Canada a leader in competitive cycling through international acclaim, increased national participa-

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World’s best men’s curlers come to the West Shore in preparation for Olympics

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West Shore resident Emily Walzak is flanked by Desiree Grubell (left) and Kimberly Giesbrecht in a quick picture before hitting the ice. The Vancouver Island (Zone 6) Special Olympics women figure skaters competed last weekend at the B.C. Winter Games in Penticton and all three members will be coming home with hardware. View Royal’s Walzak took gold in category 3, with Port Alberni resident, Giesbrecht taking the silver medal. Grubell from Saanich also won a silver medal in category 2.

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An international curling field is coming to The Q Centre. The second annual Elite 10, in Colwood from March 17 to 20, will feature the top men’s teams from the World Curling Tour’s Order of Merit and is one of seven Pinty’s Grand Slam of Curling events. West Shore Parks & Recreation co-ordinator Karen Frost said the town is already buzzing with anticipation. “Victoria is a pretty strong curling town … It’s a community that really likes to watch the game. It’s a great opportunity to showcase our facility,” she said. “There isn’t a bad seat in the house (so it’s going to be) a great atmosphere.” The inaugural competition in 2015 was won by the Mike McEwan rink from Winnipeg. The event follows closely on the heels of the Tim Horton’s Briar national championship and Frost said it’s possible the Canadian champion could be part of the field here. The visiting curlers will be welcomed by approximately 100 volunteers from the Juan de Fuca Curling Association, who work various jobs in and around The Q Centre. The round robin draw starts Thursday, March 17 and leads through to the finals that Sunday. Frost promised that the event will feature some of the highest calibre curling in the world. “I just think for anyone who has interest in any kind of curling, this is going to be a premier event to see,” she said. “You can get up close and personal with players on the world field. All these teams are working up to the Olympics in 2018 and fine-tuning all their skills. It’s going to be an exciting event for our community.” The Elite 10 will be broadcast live on Sportsnet. For more information on the event visit grandslamofcurling.com. To purchase tickets, go to to selectyourtickets. com alim@goldstreamgazette.com

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Westshore Wolves down to the wire With the Westshore Wolves down 3-2 in a VIJHL playoff series against the Peninsula Panthers, the Wolves were scheduled to play Game 6 of the seven-game series on Wednesday, March 2, after the Gazette’s press deadline. If needed, Game 7 will take place in Peninsula’s Panorama Arena at 7:30 p.m. tonight (March 4). Looking forward to next hockey season, the Victoria Grizzlies have an early bird deal for 2016-2017 season tickets. Purchase tickets before March 15 and receive a $25 Bin 4 Burgers gift card, plus preferred seating, ticket exchanged privileges and first refusal on playoff tickets. For more details call 250385-1555 or email vickie@victoriagrizzlies.com. In local men’s soccer playoffs, following a win against Comox Valley in the VISL 2016 Jackson Cup, the Westcastle Div. 1 team plays Lakehill Div. 1 Saturday, March 5 at 4 p.m. at

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Braefoot Turf. In the George Pearkes Challenge Cup, Juan de Fuca 3 plays the Prospect Lake Soccer Club at the Royal Bay turf on Sunday, March 6 at 7 p.m. On the women’s side, Doug Day Cup action has Juan de Fuca Div. 1 facing Castaways FC Div. 2 at noon on Sunday, March 6, while Juan de Fuca Div. 2 takes on Cowichan Cubs Div 1. Fields were both still to be

determined at press time. See www.liwsa.com for details. Stephanie Shergold Cup play pits the Juan de Fuca O30A against Gorge FC O30A tonight (Friday, March 4), with kick-off at 6 p.m. on the Hampton Turf. And in Div. 3 competition, Juan de Fuca Div. 3 visits Cowichan O30B Sunday, March 6 at 10 a.m. on Evans Field. On the rugby pitch, the Westshore men’s Team 1 faces the Nanaimo Hornets on Saturday, March 5 at the Westshore Velodrome. Kick-off is at 2:30 p.m. Runners getting ready for spring will want to register for Bear Mountain Resort’s St. Paddy’s 5K on March 13. Visit bearmountain.ca for details. Lacrosse season is fast approaching and the Victoria Shamrocks join McDonald’s restaurants in the West Shore, Esquimalt and Sooke to bring a little early green to their fans. Until March 21, with every purchase of a “Shamrocks Shake” at the participating McDonald’s locations, you’ll

receive an entry to win one of five Victoria Shamrocks jerseys. Plus, every Victoria Shamrocks 2016 season ticket purchased before March 21 also brings a coupon for a complimentary “Shamrocks Shake” at any of the five participating restaurants. Looking ahead, the Shamrocks’ annual St. Paddy’s Day Shoot Around comes to the Esquimalt Lacrosse box on Sunday, March 13 from 12 to 4 p.m. Various junior, intermediate and senior A Shamrocks will be out in green playing lacrosse and taking pictures with the Mann Cup. Younger lacrosse players can also get into the action. Regular registration for the Juan de Fuca Whalers continues to March 31. Visit www. jdflacrosse.com for details. Colin Gall is a local athlete and Grade 11 student at Mt. Douglas Secondary. Send your coming sports events to jocktalk@telus.net.

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HomeFinder Find a place to call home

Q: WHO’S BUYING HOMES IN CANADA THESE DAYS? Construction employment was up more than 13 per cent in 2015 compared to the year before, which bodes well for people in trades such as carpenters, framers, roofers, electricians and plumbers who rely on building homes for a significant portion steady employment. Projects slated for the West Shore that will increase residential construction include more homes in Westhills, which accounts for about a quarter of the municipality’s residential construction. Other projects include McCormick Meadows, a townhouse project on McCallum Road, a rental apartment building on Hoy Lake Road and growth in the Happy Valley area. Residential activity in Colwood is on the increase in Royal Bay and the Fulton and Latoria areas. Future plans for the new Eagle Creek development in View Royal also contain a residential component. Considering the stability of the residential construction industry on Vancouver Island and the anticipated growth on Vancouver Island and the provincial government’s emphasis on creating more apprenticeship programs, it may be a great time to look into starting a career in one of the many trades associated with that kind of work. The Industry Training Authority manages more than 100 trade programs in B.C., with 48 of those involving Red Seal certification. Programs are available in a wide range of construction-related fields, including arborist technician, appliance service technician, architectural sheet metal worker, asphalt paving, brick layer (masonry, cabinet maker, carpenter, concrete finisher, drywall finisher, electrician, floor covering installer, glazier, hardwood floorlayer, heavy equipment operator, insulator, ironworker, lather, locksmith and heating technician, to name a few. To advertise in Homefinder, contact Christine Scott at: cscott@ goldstreamgazette.com or Shelley Westwood at swestwood@ goldstreamgazette.com

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GREATER VICTORIA MARKET UPDATE » MONTH TO DATE FEB. 29/16

COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

718/542 » 1,120/1,108 » 2,575/3,480 »

NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES / TOTAL, FEBRUARY 2016 NEW LISTINGS / TOTAL, FEBRUARY 2016 ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS / TOTAL, FEBRUARY 2016

BUYER’S TIP | Rise in homes being built means it makes sense to plan ahead

Rick Stiebel/News Gazette staff

Mary Ellen Johnson works on a new home under construction across from Royal Bay secondary school. The Colwood home is one of many across the West Shore and the entire southern Vancouver Island being built now with more homes and buildings following in their footsteps.

The more the merrier, construction boom continues 2016 should see another increase in residential construction Rick Stiebel News Gazette staff

The construction industry is booming on the Island and the West Shore. Building permit values on the Island totalled $1.439 billion in 2015. This is a seven per cent increase compared to 2014. Residential building permits aided in that boost, accounting for 19 per cent of that total increase. The increase in residential construction confirms that Vancouver Island is continuing to attract newcomers in a growing economy, said Greg Baynton, chief executive officer of the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA). He’s expecting a 10 to 15 per cent increase in building permits in 2016 due to anticipated gains in residential and non-residential construction.

“Activity and the underlying growth trends remain solid for the Island’s construction sector,” Baynton said in a release. “The association’s outlook for 2016 is very positive.” When the Island is broken down into smaller regions, the Comox Valley Regional District saw a 20 per cent increase in building permit values in 2015. It was followed by the Capital Regional District at 18 per cent and the Cowichan Valley at eight per cent. In the CRD’s gain, a 33 per cent jump in residential permits is credited as the main reason for the increase. However, commercial and industrial permits decreased and non-residential permits were down. This is credited to a drop in public permits. With a 14 per cent increase in residential permits, the West Shore alone accounted for two per cent of that increase within the CRD. However, on the West Shore, non-residential permits declined by 27 per cent. According to statistics from the VICA, Langford, when compared to the previous year, led the way on the West Shore with a 47 per cent

increase in residential permits - with a value of $130 million. Colwood saw residential permits decline by 14 per cent and View Royal had a 63 per cent decrease. Highlands had minimal increases in 2015, and Metchosin saw a 123 per cent increase to the tune of $4.2 million. Total building permits issued on Vancouver Island slipped six per cent Vancouver Island in the fourth quarter of 2015 to $352.6 million from $376.2 million in the third quarter. Residential permits declined 14 per cent while non-residential permits increased by 31 per cent. A look at some other regional districts on Vancouver Island showed that the Comox Valley Regional District permits were up in all categories, led by a 30 per cent surge in non-residential permits. Residential permits were up 13 per cent compared to the year before. The Nanaimo Regional District had a two per cent increase in residential permits, there was an overall decline in 2015 due to a large decline in non-residential activity. Within non-residential permits, all three categories were lower due to a large drop in public permits.

Strathcona Regional District permits saw a decline in most sectors, resulting in a 26 per cent drop in 2015 to $42.9 million compared to $58 million in 2014. It is anticipated that in the first quarter of 2016, residential permits will likely follow historical trends and increase due to the seasonal influence, bolstered by improving housing market conditions. Construction cost increases remain modest at 1.6 per cent year over year. The first notable quarter to quarter increase occurred during the fourth quarter, although it is too early to conclude that a turning point is at hand. Construction costs are expected to increase at a modest pace into next year. The VICA represents more than 500 construction-related businesses on Vancouver Island, serving the construction community since 1912. It is dedicated to providing support and services crucial to contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and the purchasers of construction services through its offices in Victoria and Nanaimo. reporter@goldstreamgazette.com

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Capital Realty Rosemarie Colterman,

Work is flowing along on the Veterans Memorial Parkway pump station in Colwood. The project, which began in June, will meet the development-driven demand for more potable water in the Royal Bay, Fulton and Latoria roads area. The Capital Regional District project is expected to be completed by the end of the year at a cost of about about $1.5 million. The new pump station will replace the CRD's aging Fulton and Cairndale pump stations.

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Local Sea Cadets gearing up for more competitions Impressive list of accomplishments still growing for local group Katherine Engqvist News Gazette staff

at Mount Washington in January. Wiens was joined by teammate Zeke Huber to represent the local group in this competition. “This is the first year we’ve competed in biathlon in many, many years,” Lawless said, noting the team did quite well. Next on the horizon are competitions in marksmanship, first aid and a national qualifying regatta. Cadets are also preparing to go on an ORCA ship deployment, orienteering meets and for the provincial honour band tour. “We’re striving to offer something for everyone,” Lawless said. But this isn’t just limited to physical competitions. Lawless said community involvement is equally important and the cadets are involved in a number of events, including last weekend’s Wounded Warrior Run. They even provided an honour guard at a recent Victoria Grizzlies game katie@goldstream gazette.com

West Shore sea cadets recently made waves at a regatta, biathlon and seamanship competitions. Commanding Officer of the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps 263 Beacon Hill, Lt. Cynthia Lawless said she was extremely proud of the cadets. “They’re quite lively,” she said. At the Vancouver Island Seamanship competition in January, six cadets competed as a team, claiming fourth place out of 11 teams. “Which is quite phenomenal… They put a lot of effort into the many components of seamanship,” Lawless said. The group also came first in navigation and third in trivia, as well as scoring highly in a number of other categories. “It’s pretty impressive,” she said. But Seth Ealing, Elizabeth Whittaker, 250.590.0811 Rhianna Major, Tate www.MileZeroTours.com Mowbray, Ryan Wiens and Erin Lawless Prices include airfare from Victoria & didn’t just impressive Complimentary home pickup/drop-off across Greater Victoria! with their skills. Epic Canadian Rail Journey They also attracted 16 Days - May 20th to June 4th some attention with $6399 per person based on double their sportsmanship Journey from coast to coast by rail, with overnight and teamwork, stops in Jasper, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal & Halifax. claiming third place for Magical Maritimes the team spirt award. 10 Days - June 4th to 13th “Which is $3699 per person based on double Experience true Atlantic charm with a tour of Nova sometimes a little Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island more impressive to win,” Lawless said, Discover Newfoundland & “they were very close.” Labrador 11 Days - June 13th to 23rd The West Shore $4299 per person based on double team wasn’t far behind ...Fjords, whales, glaciers & Vikings await you! BC Reg #67275 first place in a very tight race for the award, scoring 78.2 per cent, with the winner less than 2 per cent away with a score of 80 per cent. On different waters, Mowbray was recently selected to compete at a national qualifying regatta. Twenty competitors the THE from across the RESTAURANT province will hit the and water Easter weekend Take Out or Eat In Menu Restaurant and enjoy a and Mowbray was Breakfast, Lunch, or Daily Lunch & Dinner Buffet An Invitation Dinner Entrée selected from 40 Combination Dinners for 1 to 8 From an Old Friend competitors to Seafood and Deluxe Dishes compete at this event Licenced Premises after his performance Open 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. daily at another regatta in 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 the fall. 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. West Shore cadets 90 Gorge Rd. West Not valid at JBI Pub on Sundays between 3:30-8:00pm. EXPIRES March 31, 2016 also competed in the 250.384.7151 270 Government Street 250-385-5564 Provincial Biathlon

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(Above) Rob Tournour Masonry Ltd.’s crew members were joined by spouses and children as they gathered last week to take a stand against bullying. The slogan on their pink t-shirts reads: “We are bricklayers… not bullies.” (Left) As part of antibullying week, the entire Belmont school community gathered at an assembly wearing pink shirts to stand up against bullying.

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AIRPORT CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEE PUBLIC MEETING

Board Chair James Crowley, on behalf of the Victoria Airport Authority Board of Directors, invites the public to attend the VAA’s Airport Consultative Committee Meeting Tuesday, March 8, 2016, 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour Hotel – Pacific B Room 728 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC Continental breakfast will be served Agenda available at: www.victoriaairport.com/consultative-committee Enquiries: (250) 953 7501

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