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Advertisers Directory 4 Simple Ways to Extend the Life of Your Vehicle 10 Tips to Staying Healthy Shop Downtown Ladysmith Some Benefits to Growing Older Thew Arts in Ladysmith Real Estate in Ladysmith Did You Know?... 5 Ways to Make Homes Safer Emergency Contacts Tips for Buying a Home in a Seller’s Market
SPRING 2018 Publisher - Andrea Rosato-Taylor publisher@ladysmithchronicle.com
Sales -Troy Miller
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Advertizer Directory AIRPORT Nanaimo Airport Mailing Address: P.O. Box 149 Cassidy, BC Physical Address: 3350 Spitfire Road. Cassidy, BC 250-924-2157 (general inquiries) 250-245-2157 (administration) 250-245-7093 (safety and security) 250-245-2160 (operations and maintenance) www.nanaimoairport.com AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR & SERVICE Big O Tires 840 – 1st Avenue, Box 1840 Ladysmith BC 250-245-8444 www.bigotiresladysmith.ca Cassidy Automotive 13391 Cedar Road, Ladysmith BC 250-245-2795 www.cassidyautomotive.com Little Valley Restoration 13070 Thomas Road, Ladysmith BC 250-245 3022 www.littlevalleyrestorations.com APPLIANCES R.A.M Appliance Center 460 Whistler Street, Duncan BC 250-748-4368 www.ramappliancecentre.ca
BANKING & FINANCIAL SERVICES Ladysmith District Credit Union 330 1st Avenue, Ladysmith BC 250-245-2247 www.ldcu.ca BICYCLES Citrus Cycles Ltd. 502 Ballou Place, Ladysmith BC Toll Free 1-888-342-0102 www.citruscycles.ca BEER AND WINE BREWING Art of Brewing Suite #115 – 1156 Rocky Creek Road Ladysmith BC 250-245-0077 www.artofbrewing.com BOOK STORES Salamander Books 535 1st Avenue Ladysmith BC 250-245-4726 BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce 33 Roberts Street, Ladysmith BC 250-245-2112 www.ladysmithcofc.com
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www.ladysmithgolfclub.ca Telford’s Burial and Cremation Centre 112 French Street, Ladysmith BC 250-245-5553 www. telfordsburialandcremationcentre.com GOLF COURSE Ladysmith Golf Course 380 Davis Road, Ladysmith BC 250-245-7313 www.ladysmithgolfclub.ca HEATING AND COOLING E&S Heating & Air Conditioning 528 1st Avenue – PO Box 1192 Ladysmith BC 1-866-285-67777 (toll free) or 250-924-0114 www.esheating.ca HEARING CLINICS Connect Hearing – Ladysmith 4a-370 Davis Road, Ladysmith BC 1-888-850-9979 (toll free) or 250-245-8140 (Ladysmith Clinic) www.connecthearing.ca HOME INSPECTIONS Home Safe Inspections Ltd. 641 Walkem Road, Ladysmith, BC 250-802-1440 www.homesafeinspections.ca HEALTH FOODS Ladysmith Health Food Store 531 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-2133 INSURANCE Ladysmith & District Credit Union 330 1st Avenue – PO Box 100 Ladysmith, BC 250-245-3827 www.ldcu.ca
FITNESS Town of Ladysmith Frank Jameson Centre 810 6th Avenue, Ladysmith BC 250-245-6424 www.ladysmith.ca
MARINE SERVICES Arbutus Coast Yachts 410 1st Avenue, Unit C Ladysmith, BC 250-924-1269 www.arbutuscoastyachts.com Ladysmith Marina 901 Gladden Road, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-4521 www.ladysmithmarina.com
FLOORING United Floors 104-2520 Bowen Road Nanaimo, BC 250-758-4664 www.unitedfloors.ca
NEWSPAPER The Chronicle/Black Press 940 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-2277 www.ladysmithchronicle.com
FUNERAL SERVICES Evergreen Cremations 17 Gatacre Street, Ladysmith BC 250-924-8484
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Ladysmith Downtown Business Association P.O. Box 2462, Ladysmith, BC
www.ladysmithdowntown.com Ladysmith Historical Society Museum - 721 1st Avenue & Archives- 1115 1st Avenue Ladysmith, BC 250-245-0423 www.ladysmithhistoricalsociety.ca Ladysmith Kinsmen meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. 7:00 p.m. at the Festival of Lights Building beside the cemetery for more info contact 250-245-2263 or ladysmith.kinsmen@telus.net www.ladysmithkinsmen.ca Ladysmith Museum 721 - 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-0423 www.ladysmithhistoricalsociety.ca/ museum/ Ladysmith Resources Centre Association 630 - 2nd Avenue, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-3079 www.lrca.ca Ladysmith Seniors Centre 630 - 2nd Avenue, PO Box 141 Ladysmith, BC 250-924-1924 www.ladysmithseniorscentre.ca Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery 610 Oyster Bay Drive Ladysmith, BC 250-245-1252 www.ladysmithwaterfrontgallery.com Rotary Club of Ladysmith PO Box 875, Ladysmith, BC members-owner@ ladysmithrotary.org www.ladysmithrotary.org/ladysmith
PRINTING SERVICES 49th Parallel Printers 940 - 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-1200 REAL ESTATE Lyndon B. Pemberton Holmes Realty PO Box 1443 516 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC 250-924-0113 (office) or 250-797-6052 (cell) www.lyndonb.realtyhd.com Cheri Mactier ReMax Ocean Pointe 640 Trans Canada Hwy. Ladysmith, BC 250-245-3700 (office) or 250-739-3933 (cell) www.cherimactier.ca John Surtees #1-5140 Metral Drive Nanaimo BC 250-751-1223 Office or 877-304-8721 Toll Free Remax of Nanaimo www.johnsurtees.ca Pemberton Holmes 516 - 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC 250-924-0113 www.pembertonholmesladysmith.com Royal Le Page 410A 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-2252 www.royallepageladysmith.ca SALON Chopstix Salon Ltd. 321 - 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-5788 www.chopstixsalon.com
PAINTING Brady’s Powder Coating 1607 Woobank Road, Nanaimo, BC 250-722-3348 www.thepowdercoaters.com Chroma Paint & Design Inc. 132-B Roberts Street, Ladysmith, BC 250-533-9028
SENIOR LIVING Berwick On The Lake 3201 Ross Road, Nanaimo, BC www.berwickretirement.com Dovehill House 3326 Creegan Drive, Chemainus, BC 250-416-0332 www.dovehillhouse.com La Rosa Gardens 211 Cloke Road, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-1016 www.larosagardens.ca Nanaimo Seniors Village 6089 Uplands Drive, Nanaimo, BC 250-729-9524 www.retirementconcepts.com
PHARMACY Pharmasave 441 1st Ave Ladysmith BC 250-245-3113 www.pharmasave.com
STORAGE Junction Mini Storage 13136 Thomas Road, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-2760 www.junctionministorage.com
PICTURE FRAMING Bayview Framing 421 - 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-0011 www.bayviewframing.ca
WEBSITE GRAPHICS Market 2 All PO Box 29 – 410A - 1st Avenue, Ladysmith. BC 250-245-8777 www.market2all.com
NOTARY PUBLIC Jennifer Ostle Notary Corporation 379 Davis Road, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-7127 www.ostlenotary.com
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PROUD TO BE AT THE HEART OF IT ALL.
Ladysmith Marina is proud to be part of the Ladysmith community and to grow with it, as more and more boaters discover the marina’s rapid access to the Island’s best cruising waters. Thank you Ladysmith, you’re not just where we are, but who we are.
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4 simple ways to extend Automobiles are significant investments. According to Kelley Blue Book, the average transaction price for light vehicles was $34,968 in January 2017, marking a 3 percent increase from just a year earlier. The decision to spend tens of thousands of dollars on a new vehicle is not one consumers should take lightly. Once drivers purchase their new vehicles, they can protect their investments and get greater returns on those investments by prioritizing maintenance and taking simple yet effective steps to extend the lives of their cars and trucks. 1. Drive defensively. Aggressive driving is dangerous and can have adverse effects on a vehicle. When driving, always obey posted speed limits and avoid accelerating and decelerating quickly. Such a style of driving can strain
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vehicle engines and drive trains while negatively affecting fuel efficiency and wearing down brakes, states the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence. 2. Maintain a clean vehicle. Car washes do more than just clean a vehicle. Routine washing and waxing can remove dirt that, if left on a vehicle, can gradually scratch paint and contribute to chips and rust. Over time, rust can affect vehicle performance and may even compromise the safety of drivers and their passengers if bad enough frame rust affects structural integrity. Routine washing also can remove road salt from vehicles. Salt can build up during winter when roads are routinely treated during and after snowstorms. Road salt can be extremely corrosive and, if left unremoved from a vehicle, can contribute to rust
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the life of your vehicle that ultimately can cause extensive damage to a vehicle. 3. Routinely check tire pressure. Many of today’s new vehicles alert drivers when tire pressure is low. Drivers should not ignore such warnings, as low tire pressure can affect engine performance by forcing it to work harder than should be necessary. Engines that are forced to work harder than they need to likely won’t last as long as those that run efficiently. Low tire pressure also negatively affects fuel efficiency, potentially costing drivers substantial amounts of money over time. Drivers of older vehicles without tire pressure alerts should routinely check tire pressure and keep tires adequately inflated. Vehicles that are slow to accelerate from resting positions may not have enough air in their tires.
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4. Adhere to maintenance guidelines. Drivers may have heard that today’s vehicles were built to go longer periods of time between oil changes and tuneups than the vehicles of yesteryear. But drivers should still adhere to manufacturer-recommended maintenance guidelines. Upon buying new vehicles, drivers should read their owners’ manuals to determine recommended maintenance intervals, and stick to those intervals for as long as they have their vehicles. Cognizant of the sizable investments they’re making when buying new vehicles, many drivers want to get as many miles out of their vehicles as possible. Simple maintenance and safe driving habits can go a long 250.245.3022 way toward keeping 13070 Thomas Road, Ladysmith vehicles on the road for years littlevalleyrestorations.com to come.
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We have the tools and know-how to keep you on the road! Full Service Mechanical Shop
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Cassidy Automotive Ltd. Formerly Larry’s Automotive
13391 Cedar Road, Ladysmith Ph:
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10 Tips to Staying Staying healthy throughout our entire life and forming good habits early can improve your chances for a healthier life as you age. It’s not too late to start. 1) Quit smoking or don’t start in the first place. Smoking kills by causing cancer, strokes and heart failure. Smoking leads to atherosclerosis and to excessive wrinkling by attacking skin elasticity. 2) Keep active your whole life. Do something to keep fit each day that will help maintain strength, balance, flexibility and promotes cardiovascular health (which you can do your entire life). 3) Eating nutritious foods in the right amounts is a good habit to get into. We live in a time where fresh fruit and veggies are available year round and organic options are plentiful. Many illnesses, such as heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis, can be prevented or controlled with dietary changes and exercise. Calcium and vitamin D supplements can help
prevent osteoporosis. 4) Maintain a healthy weight. Extra weight increases your risk for heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and joint pain. 5) Stay up-to-date on immunizations and other health screenings. By the age of 50, women should begin mammography screening for breast cancer. Men can be checked for prostate cancer. Many preventive screenings are available. 6) Prevent skin cancer. Start early and be diligent. Too much sun and ultraviolet rays can cause skin cancer. There are lots of sunscreen choices. 7 Get regular dental, vision and hearing checkups. By the age of 50, most people notice changes in their vision, including a gradual decline in the ability to see small print or focus on close objects. Common eye problems that can impair vision include cataracts and glaucoma. Hearing
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loss occurs commonly with aging and is often due to exposure to loud noises. 8) Manage stress. Make time for friends, social contacts and fun. Successful coping techniques can have a positive affect on our overall health and how we feel. Learn the role of positive thinking. 9) Fan the flame. When it comes to intimacy and aging, age is no reason to limit your enjoyment. Learn about physical changes that come with aging and get suggestions to help you adjust to them. 10) A daily multivitamin is the most essential supplement to keep in your arsenal. Here’s how to find the right one: Make sure it includes vitamins A, C, D, E and K, as well as potassium, zinc and iodine. It should contain CONNECT HEARING LADYSMITH – PRINT AD 100% of your daily–value of mostCHRONICLE vitamins and minerals. 7.25” × 4.5” 02/01/18 Avoid megavitamins that may contain dangerously high levels of vitamins and minerals. Ask your health food expert to recommend one
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Shopping in Ladysmith
Quality Vitamins, Premium Cosmetics, Specialty Groceries, Bulk Foods Herbs, Sports Nutrition, and much more!
LADYSMITH Health Food Store Mon-Sat 9:30 am-5:30 pm Closed Sundays 531 First Ave, Ladysmith
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Coronation Mall and Downtown Ladysmith are the two main shopping areas in Ladysmith. Coronation Mall is a favourite shopping area for those on the south side of Ladysmith. Boasting restaurants, a liquor store, drug store, grocery store, medical, dollar store, credit union, insurance agency, and a gas station, Ladysmith is a great place to live/visit. Built in 1974 the mall has expanded to a thriving shopping destination. Downtown Ladysmith was described by the 2017 Great Places in Canada and the People’s Choice Places this way: “First Avenue exhibits all of the qualities one would expect from a great street: visually-interesting building
facades, generous sidewalks, attractive landscaping and artistic details, places to rest, and places to gather. This street, with its diverse mixture of local businesses, housing and services, has been a focal point of daily life for community members for more than a century. Streetscape enhancements, heritage preservation, the adaptive reuse of historic buildings, the many unique publicly accessible festivals and events held throughout the year, are key ingredients to First Avenue’s success as a Great Street. The jury acknowledges the community’s commitment to defining and celebrating First Avenue as the heart of Ladysmith’s downtown core.”
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Coronation Mall and the Downtown You will not find big box stores here; you will find owners in their businesses, great customer service, awesome dinning, and a mixture of services, such as medical, accounting and retail including cafes, real-estate, butcher shops, bakery, clothing, liquor store, grocery and an Art Gallery all in the downtown core. Friendly faces will greet you on the street and you can even play a game of chess while munching on a mouth stretching cinnamon bun or sipping a cup of coffee. The summer offers many wonderful events, such as Arts on the Ave, a car show in August, Festival of Lights attract crowds that are at their capacity, and parades. Ladysmith is a great place to live, play and work.
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www.ladysmithchronicle.com HEALTH CARE Hillside Medical Centre 541 Third St, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-2235 Ladysmith Family Practice Clinic 1111 4th Ave, Ladysmith, BC 250-739-5784 Ladysmith Community Health Care 1111 4th Ave, Ladysmith, BC 250-739-5777 SCHOOLS Ladysmith Intermediate 317 French St ,Ladysmith, BC 250-245-3351 Ladysmith Primary 510 6th Ave, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-3912 Ladysmith Secondary 710 6th Ave, Ladysmith, BC 250-245-3043 SPORTS/FITNESS CLUBS Badminton Club 250-245-8367 Fuller Lake Skating Club 250-245-1415 Horseshoe Club 250-245-2341 Ladysmith Baseball Assoc. 250-245-8595 Ladysmith Dragon Boat 250-245-0474 Ladysmith Golf Club 250-245-7313
Ladysmith Karate 250-245-6424 Ladysmith Kyokushin Karate 250-245-1352 Ladysmith Pickleball 250-245-4132 Ladysmith Steelers Football 250-729-1519 Mid-Island Racing Pigeon Club 250-722-2263 Mid Isle Soccer Club 250-667-5566 Orca Swim Club 250-924-5242 Outreach Martial Arts 250-245-4854 YOUTH CLUBS Air Cadets 250-713-8096 Canadian Girls in Training 250-245-4016 Candy Stripers – Volunteers 250-245-2946 Girl Guides of Canada 1-800-565-8111 Junior Life Guard Club 250-245-6424 Scouts Canada 250-245-7227 Youth Advisory Coalition 250-245-6427
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Some benefits of growing older Many people are quick to think of growing older in a negative light. Although there certainly are some side effects of aging that one may wish to avoid, people may find that the benefits of growing older outweigh the negatives. Seniors are a rapidly growing segment of the population. In the United States, the Administration on Aging states that the older population — persons 65 years or older — numbered 46.2 million in 2014 (the latest year for which data is available). Statistics Canada reports that, in July 2015, estimates indicated that there were more persons aged 65 years and older in Canada than children aged 0 to 14 years for the first time in the country’s history. Nearly one in six Canadians (16.1%) was at least 65 years old. With so many people living longer, it’s time to celebrate the perks of getting older rather than the drawbacks. Here are some great benefits to growing old. • Higher self-esteem: The insecurities of youth give way as one ages, and older people have less negativity and higher self-esteem. A University of Basel study of people ranging in ages from 18 to 89 found that regardless of demographic and social status, the older one gets the higher self-esteem climbs. Qualities like self-control and altruism can contribute to happiness. • Financial perks: Seniors are entitled to discounts on meals, museum entry fees, movies, and other entertainment
if they’re willing to disclose their ages. Discounts are available through an array of venues if one speaks up. Seniors also can enjoy travel perks, with slashed prices on resorts, plane tickets and more. The U.S. National Park Service offers citizens age 62 and older lifetime passes to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites for just $10 in
memory and visual spatial processing. Older controllers proved to be experts at navigating, juggling multiple aircrafts simultaneously and avoiding collisions. • Less stress: As people grow older, they are able to differentiate their needs from wants and focus on more important goals. This can alleviate
person ($20 online or via mail). • Reasoning and problem-solving skills: Brain scans reveal that older adults are more likely to use both hemispheres of their brans simultaneously — something called bilateralization. This can sharpen reasoning skills. For example, in a University of Illinois study, older air traffic controllers excelled at their cognitively taxing jobs, despite some losses in short-term
worry over things that are beyond one’s control. Seniors may realize how little the opinions of others truly mean in the larger picture, thereby feeling less stress about what others think of them. Growing older may involve gray hair or wrinkling skin, but there are many positive things associated with aging.
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La Rosa Gardens Provides Assisted Living and Supportive Services within a safe, secure, comfortable and welcoming accommodation.
For more information call Dawn and Jen at 250-245-1016 1211 Cloke Rd, Ladysmith V9G 2B6 Email: larosagardens@telus.net Web: www.larosagardens.com La Rosa is situated in a lovely setting, and is conveniently located within beautiful Ladysmith - British Columbia on the East Coast of Vancouver Island - with many professional, financial, social and other community services and amenities. Management and staff support residents to maintain their independence but do not provide care.
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The Arts in Ladysmith Art is everywhere you look in Ladysmith. Many businesses in Ladysmith support local artists by hanging their art. The town itself is a work of art, with
heritage worthy building and was voted the most beautiful main street in Canada.
Art can also be found at the Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery. The Gallery hosts 2 exhibitions a month so the exhibitions are always fresh and exciting. Now 15 years old the Arts the gallery is open 7 days a week welcoming visitors from all over the world. Inside visitors will be dazzled by the quality of art and can shop in the one-of-a- kind gift shop by local artists. As well each April the Council hosts a self-Guided Art tour and this year is the 20th Anniversary of Arts on the Avenue, (August 25 & 26) will be on many art lovers must do list. This two day art festival in Downtown Ladysmith is under the big white tents with juried artists, Light Up the Night on the Saturday is a fun and crazy art affair for the family. Find out more www.ladysmithwaterfrontgallery.com or visit the gallery 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith ART IS HERE!
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Probus Clubs
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St Mary’s and St Joseph All Saints Catholic Parish St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Confessions: by Appointment Pastor: Fr. Mel. Bayron 250-533-9508
1135 4th Avenue, Ladysmith Mass Times Saturday 5 pm Sunday 9 am Tue & Thur 9 am
Office: 1141-4th Ave., PO Box 610, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A4, Phone: 250-245-3414 Fax: 250-245-2213
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 9745 Elm Street, Chemainus Mass Times Sunday 10:45 am Wed & Fri 10 am
e-mail: stmarysladysmith@shaw.ca
Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide who provide humanitarian service
Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursdays monthly 6:15 pm
Fox & Hounds Pub-Style Restaurant 11 High Street, Ladysmith 250-924-1747
For further information check our calendar at ladysmithrotary.org
Newcomers is an activities-based social club designed to welcome new residents to the area. The club offers fun opportunities to share common interests and learn about Ladysmith and the Island with the goal of having fun and making new friendships. Visit our website: www.ladysmithnewcomers.ca
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Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith www.ladysmithwaterfrontgallery.com
SENIORS CENTRE SOCIETY
We are a 55 plus social club providing various activities & entertainment for our Members. 630 Second Ave Phone 250-924-1924 www.ladysmthseniors.ca
“Enjoy Ladysmith’s past in the present” Whether you live here or are visiting, come and discover Ladysmith’s unique stories of people and place at the Ladysmith Museum, the Ladysmith Archives and the Industrial Heritage Visitor Centre.
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Phone: Ladysmith & District Historical Society at (250)245-0100 for more information Email: info@ladysmithhistoricalsociety.ca (for the Archives) museum@ladysmithhistoricalsociety.ca (for the Museum) OPEN HOURS Museum: 721 First Avenue at Buller Street, Tuesday to Thursday noon to 4pm. After May 1st Tuesday to Saturday noon to 4pm Archives: Unit B, 1115 First Avenue behind Tim Horton’s, Monday to Friday 9 am to 2 pm Industrial Heritage Preservation: 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Saturday morning 10 am to noon
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Did you know?. . . Many homeowners have lofty goals for their homes. Such plans may include extensive renovations or even additions. While many of these projects create beautiful changes in a home, it’s important to consider the impact that renovations can have on property value before beginning a project. Many home improvement projects do not add as much value as homeowners may think they do. In fact, some homeowners “overbuild” for their neighborhoods. This means the Service We fix computers the right way Sales A better experience a better price Support? Need a hand? Contact us: 410B First Ave Ladysmith BC 245-2222 www.uforik.com
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amount of money invested in improvements can likely never be recuperated because the house value simply exceeds those around by too much money. To avoid overbuilding, homeowners can ask themselves several questions before beginning a renovation project. · Will my house be the largest house in the neighborhood? Larger homes tend to have a lower price per square foot, so you may not want to improve to this extent. · Will the house blend with others in the area? If your house will stick out like a sore thumb, it will detract from its own value and could impact the value of other homes in the area. · Have I examined the cost vs. value of the project? Many home improvement resources analyze the cost of a project versus the overall value of that project with regard to property value. For example, a $100,000 basement remodel may not add $100,000 to the value of the home in the event you choose to sell down the line. It’s important to know which projects provide the best return on investment.
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Injuries that occur around the home contribute to millions of medical visits and tens of thousands of fatalities each year. Falls account for the largest percentage of home accidents, with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting that around 30,000 fall-related fatalities occur each year in the United States. Many home accidents are entirely preventable when proper caution is exercised. As homeowners prepare for home-improvement projects, improving safety inside and outside the home should be a priority. 1. Improve lighting One of the easiest ways to reduce the risk of falls is to improve lighting around the home. The National Institutes of Health state that adequate lighting is important at entrances to the home, stairways, hallways, and other frequently traversed areas. Make sure lighting fixtures are using the highest wattage light bulb allowed. Artificial lighting sources become even more vital in fall and autumn, when natural light is less abundant in a home. In addition, install lighting outdoors by the front door, over the garage and where garbage pails are stored to facilitate safe passage. 2. Eliminate slick surfaces Improving traction around the house also can minimize falls. Throw rugs and runners can be made more secure with nonslip rubber backings. Bath rugs can reduce slipping on wet surfaces in the bathroom. Also, nonslip mats can be used inside of showers and bathtubs. Use shoe trays to reduce puddling from melting snow or rain runoff in entryways. Mop up spills quickly, and consider the use of matte- or textured-finished flooring to improve stability underfoot. Promptly remove snow and ice from driveways and walkways. For those who live in cold climates, heated concrete can help melt precipitation before it accumulates. 3. Make needed repairs Repair loose floorboards and pull carpet taut if it has continued on page 26
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5 ways to make homes safer continued from page 25 started to stretch out. Address cracks outdoors and ensure that patio stones, bricks and pavers are secure and level to reduce tripping hazards. Fix areas of the landscape where water may pool and freeze, creating potential hazards. 4. Declutter all spaces Remove unnecessary items and furniture from rooms to free up more space to get around. Be sure there are no obstructions in walkways, entryways and near doors. Keep staircases clear at all times. 5. Invest in assistive devices Handrails, grab bars, nonslip stair treads, and many other devices can make homes safer for people of all ages and abilities. Outfit cabinets and closets with organizers that put frequently used items within easy reach. A sturdy step stool can reduce the risk of injury while reaching for items stored on high shelves. Taking measures to reduce the risk of falling around the home is a worthwhile home improvement project.
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Emergency contacts for Ladysmith and area Ambulance, fire, police: 9-1-1 - If you need immediate emergency help. Ladysmith RCMP Detachment: 250-245-2215 (non-emergency). Ladysmith Community Health Centre: 250-7395777 BC Drug and Poison Information Centre: 1-800-567-8911. Offers 24-hour telephone information. Health Link BC: 8-1-1 or TTY (Deaf and hearingimpaired) 7-1-1. Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre: 1-800-784-2433 (Deaf or hearing-impaired:
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Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 Youth in BC Distress Line: 1.866.661.3311 Problem Gambling Help Line: 1-888-795-6111 (Deaf and hard of hearing callers call collect: 604-875-0885) Vancouver Island Crisis Line: 1-888-494-3888 Alcohol and Drug Information Referral: 1-800-663-1441 Town of Ladysmith: 250-245-6400 Town of Ladysmith Public Works: 250-7413373.
The playground at Brown Dr/Kinsmen Park was spearheaded by the local Kinsmen Club. Doing the fundraising and getting help from many local groups and businesses really helped to put this project over the top. The members anticipated it taking three or more years to do the $200,000 playground actually only took two years and it won the Assoc. of Kin Clubs of Canada “National Service Award” as the best Kinsmen/Kinette project of the year. Once the members finished this playground they proceeded to rebuild a whole new playground at Transfer Beach at a cost of over $240,000. Again projects like these can’t be done alone and the Kinsmen rely heavily on the great support they get from Ladysmith businesses, other organizations and individuals who love this town as much as they do.
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Discover The Passion For Dance in our bright, spacious and inviting family owned dance studio, located in the heart of Ladysmith, BC.
Explore the various opportunities in the many disciplines that Rhythm offers. Owner and Artistic Director Elise Samson, operates Rhythm Dance Academy which provides classes for all ages three to adult. Ballet (Pre-school to Grade 8), Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern / Contemporary and Performing Company.
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Returning home after a fire Home structure fires pose a significant, potentially deadly threat. According to the National Fire Protection Association, U.S. fire departments responded to an average 358,300 home structure fires per year between 2010 and 2014. Statistics regarding home fires in Canada are somewhat elusive, but a 2007 report from the Council of Canadian Fire Marshals and Fire Commissioners indicated home structure fires accounted for 73 percent of all fire deaths in the jurisdictions that contributed to that year’s report. A host of factors can contribute to home fires. Cooking equipment, heating equipment and electrical distribution and lighting equipment can spark home structure fires. In such instances, homeowners may soon find themselves picking up the pieces after their homes, and many of their possessions, have burned to the ground. The U.S. Fire Administration offers the following tips to men and women who must recover after their homes have fallen victim to structure fires. · Recognize the need to be patient. When a home is on fire, firefighters may take certain actions to ensure the fire is completely extinguished. For example, holes might be drilled in the walls of homes to make sure there are no hidden flames. In addition, holes may be cut in the roof to let out heat and smoke. Such actions can save lives and even homes, but the resulting cleanup can be time-consuming. When returning home for the first time after a fire, men and women must recognize the need to remain patient as they formulate and execute a plan to clean up their homes. · Contact a disaster relief service. The local branch of a disaster relief service like the Salvation Army can help victims of home structure fires find lodging, food, clothing, and medicine. Don’t hesitate to reach out to such organizations for assistance. · Do not enter the home until the fire department deems it safe to do so. Even fires that appear to be out can start again. In addition, the USFA advises that roofs and floors, even those that appear sturdy to the naked eye, can still fall down after the blaze has been extinguished. Avoid entering a home until you have been given the go-ahead by the local fire department. · Contact the police and your insurance agent. Victims of home structure fires whose homes are uninhabitable should contact their local police departments and their insurance agents to inform them about the fire and that they will not be living there. Police departments and/or home insurance providers may require that holes in walls and broken windows be boarded up to prevent trespassers from gaining entry to the home. Renters should contact their landlords immediately as well. · Be careful with items that were not burned. The USFA notes that even items that were not burned may still have been ruined by smoke or been soaked with water. Carefully clean any items that you think can be salvaged before using them. · Save all receipts spent on repairs. Insurance companies may require receipts to confirm spending on repairs, and such receipts may also be required for people who want to claim any losses on their tax returns. Home structure fires can turn lives upside down. But following the advice of local fire departments and accepting the assistance of local relief organizations can make the recovery process go as smoothly as possible.
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Tips for buying a home in a seller’s market The real estate market can be difficult to navigate for both buyers and sellers. First-time buyers can easily become overwhelmed as they search for homes, while sellers hoping to get the best price for their homes might be frustrated if offers are slow to come in or fall short of their asking prices. If met with an underwhelming market, many sellers can pull their homes off the market and wait until it becomes more advantageous to sell. But buyers, particularly those shopping in a seller’s market, may not have that flexibility. Buying in a seller’s market can be competitive and frustrating, but buyers can employ various strategies to survive such markets and land the homes of their dreams. · Get mortgage preapproval. Sellers’ markets typically feature low inventory, which can make the buying process very competitive. Prospective buyers who do not have a mortgage preapproval letter in hand when making offers may find themselves losing out
on their dream homes to fellow buyers who have gotten preapproval from a lending institution. Sellers may be impatient with buyers who have not yet been preapproved for a mortgage, even accepting a lesser offer from buyers who are ready to begin transactions immediately. The preapproval process is relatively quick and simple, so buyers should not hesitate to apply. · Stick to your budget. Lenders will indicate to prospective buyers how much they’re willing to lend them, and that figure is typically considerably more than buyers are willing to borrow. In a seller’s market, bidding wars can quickly drive up prices, but buyers should stick to their budgets so they are not house poor after buying. Sticking to a budget can be difficult in a seller’s market, but such patience will likely pay off in the long run. · Be ready to compromise. Unless they have unlimited budgets, buyers often must compromise when purchasing a home. That’s especially true in a seller’s market with limited inventory. Buyers who need to
buy a home must identify their needs versus their wants and recognize the likelihood that they will have to compromise. · Work with real estate agents. Some buyers may be tempted to go it alone, searching for and ultimately buying homes without the help of real estate agents. That can be a foolish move in a seller’s market where competition is high and inventory quickly disappears from the market. Veteran real estate agents have worked in buyers’
and sellers’ markets, and buyers can use that experience to their advantage. In addition, real estate agents likely have access to inventory before homes appear on popular real estate websites, giving buyers working with them a leg up in competitive markets. Buying a home in a seller’s market can be fast-moving and very competitive. But various strategies can ensure buyers still find great homes at great prices in such markets. Shoes (Birkenstock - NAOT - Earth - Gabor - Keen, etc.)
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