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The electronic message board above the Trans Canada Highway near Langford says it all: increased traffic enforcement ahead on the Malahat Drive. It's no secret that as drivers wind their their way through the twists and turns of the main highway connecting Greater Victoria to communities up Island that extra police are watching them. The “Making the Malahat Safer� enforcement campaign launched at the beginning of July and in the first two weeks officers wrote almost 600 speeding tickets, 11 of which resulted in a seven day impoundment for excessive speed. Another 100 drivers were slapped with fines for offenses ranging from failure to wear a seat belt or using a mobile devise while driving. Five were caught impaired and two without a valid licence. Last Wednesday officers were joined by members of the Ministry of Transportation’s commercial vehicle safety and enforcement branch who closed one north bound lane on Peden's Stretch to stop and inspect commercial trucks. The routine check was similar to what would normally be performed at the weigh scale in Duncan. “We're looking for the minimum operating requirements — checking breaks, tires, lights,� explained Brian Kangas, manager of vehicle inspections and standards with the CVSE. After the inspection, which can
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Geoff Ford and Rob Scott, underneath the rig, with the commercial vehicle safety and enforcement branch, inspected commercial trucks on the Malahat last week. take 30 to 75 minutes, the driver is given a report with instructions to fix anything that could be dangerous. If something is seriously wrong the vehicle is taken off the road. Also of concern is driver fitness. One driver was fined almost $600 for going three days without filling out a driving log, another watched his truck towed for driving with an expired licence. “Commercial vehicles make up a significant amount of highway users and can do a lot of damage if they aren't fit to drive,� said RCMP Const. Robert Figueiredo of the Integrated Road Safety Unit.
“Commercial vehicles make up a significant amount of highway users and can do a lot of damage if they aren’t fit to drive.� –Const. Robert Figueiredo IRSU In April, a fuel tanker truck driver was allegedly impaired when he crashed and spilled 42,000 litres of gasoline into the Goldstream River while rounding one of the many sharp turns on Malahat Drive. More recently, on July 1, a motorcyclist was struck and killed by another allegedly
drunk driver just south of the Malahat. “It's a dangerous road and we want to see it as safe as possible for everyone,� Figueiredo said. While the lane was blocked off, police also had their licence plate scanner to watch for people driving without the appropriate licence or insurance, as well as watching for speeders. Traffic was backed up for a few kilometres as a result of the lane closure, but officers cleared the road by 2 p.m. to avoid slowing down commuter traffic. Making the Malahat Safer campaign will continue throughout the summer. news@goldstreamgazette.com
Highlands is one step closer to building its long-awaited community centre. Council passed bylaws on July 18 allowing resident Fred York to gift 20-acres of land to the District in exchange for allowing him to subdivide his property. York plans to divide two adjacent properties at the intersection of Millstream Road and Finlayson Arm Road into 11 lots, each between three and five acres. The 90 acres, including land for the community centre, is still subject to rezoning. The land gifted to Highlands, which is the eastern portion of York’s property at Millstream and Finlayson Arm roads, is the favoured site for the future community centre. The District needs to break ground soon — a provincial grant for the building project expires in March 2013. The grant will cover 80 per cent of the cost of the centre or up to $400,000. “We only have two or three letters on file in opposition,� noted Coun. Sigurd Johannesen. “If I look at this (application) without a community centre I think I can support it, so by adding a community centre it’s just a bonus.� During the public hearing last week, council heard plenty of community support for the project. PLEASE SEE: Support shown, Page A4
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Gene Simmons and clan hit View Royal Hundreds line up for chance to meet rock legend Charla Huber News staff
It was worth the long wait and long lines as hundreds of people came face to face with rock legend Gene Simmons and family in View Royal on Saturday. The famed reality TV clan — Simmons, his wife Shannon Tweed and their kids Nick and Sophie — were met with screams and cheers from more than 1,500 people packed outside the Great Canadian Casino. Speaking about the roaring audience, the Kiss frontman shrugged: “The rest of the world says Canadians are nice. It’s true.” In quick interviews with the Gazette and other local media, Simmons, 61, played coy on if he plans to wed his long-time partner Tweed, as alluded to on their reality show Gene Simmons Family Jewels. Tweed was not wearing a wedding band during the event. “I’ve never been married. I desperately love Shannon Tweed. We’ve been together 28 years,” Simmons said. “We have two great kids. Tomorrow is another day. All I can deal with is today.” After decades of success with the rock band Kiss and the longrunning reality TV show, Simmons says he has always lived the life he wanted. When Simmons was a boy growing up in Israel and then the U.S., his parents only had one dream for him. “They wanted me to be anything (I wanted to be). Healthy and happy,” Simmons said. His advice to kids dreaming of becoming rock stars is be prepared to go “where the fires are burning.” Waxing philosophically, he said if you have the talent and the drive often people have to find the right place at the right time for themselves. “Whatever it is you want to become, sometimes where you are from doesn’t have it all. That’s just life,” Simmons said. “Be proud of who you are, but the mountain is never going to come to you.” Now in its sixth season, Gene Simmons Family Jewels has cast
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View Royal Mayor Graham Hill smiles for a photo op with Gene Simmons and his daughter Sophie Tweed-Simmons. Simmons’ partner and kids in the spotlight, and helped him gain insight into his own personality. “I think it has made us a closer family,” Simmons said. “(The show) helps me realize my perception of myself isn’t accurate. Sometimes I can be short, arrogant, selfish. It’s good to watch.” Despite a busy schedule with the reality show — which was filming during the View Royal stop — and touring dates with Kiss, Simmons still revels in the personal meet-and-greet events, such as in View Royal.
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This story has accompanying video images at www. goldstreamgazette.com. “Staying home and twiddling my thumbs and watching I Love Lucy reruns or coming out here, what would you chose?” Simmons asked. Sophie Tweed-Simmons, Simmons daughter, said she loves travelling with her family and coming to places such as View Royal. “I have been travelling since I was 13,” said Sophie, 19. “I have been to 15 different countries and lived in five.” Even with a rock-star father and model mother, Sophie said her parents are strict. “There is zero tolerance for drinking or partying. My parents do encourage us to go out, but just not to be idiots about it.”
Fans waited in the morning sun for hours and some all night for a chance to meet the rock icon and his family. Crowds waiting to get a glimpse of the Simmons family were mostly made up of families themselves. Along with his parents, Landen Shaw, 11, brought his guitar in hopes of getting a photo with the Simmons family. When Landen met Simmons on stage, he played him a few chords of the Kiss song “I was Made For Loving You” and got some guitar pointers from the Kiss bass player himself. “This has got to be the biggest day in View Royal history,” remarked View Royal Mayor Graham Hill. “I have been asked to welcome royalty here today.” Rob Cuitanovic of Victoria, brought his children Sofia, 8, and Marco, 6, to meet the Simmons family. A hardcore Kiss fan, Cuitanovic brought the board game Kissopoly, “Kiss This” bottle of wine and a 1997 Kiss tour program. He’s been collecting Kiss memorabilia for 14 years and seen Simmons perform three times. “I think it’s cool (Simmons and family are coming). As a family they are pretty grounded. Not like typical celebrities.” “Meeting Gene would make my life,” remarked Kayla Butts, 16, who drove from Salmon Arm for a chance to meet the family. “My dad has listened to Kiss my whole life. My 95-year-old grandma loves them too.” reporter@goldstreamgazette.com
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With his face painted à la Gene Simmons, Kenan Blanchard and sister Kaydra wait patiently for the Simmons family to arrive.
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Landen Shaw, 11, strums out tunes while in line. The Kiss bassist would later give Landen a few tips on playing guitar.
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Sherry Penny and her daughter Amanda Penny, 19, lined up at 6 a.m. to meet the Gene Simmons and his family.
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Highlands hesitant on BC Hydro smart meters While council did not out right ban the meters, it decided it needed further information. “Once they put the (smart) meters in, there is no going back,” said Coun. Sigurd Johannesen. The motion was passed after a
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Supporters spoke of the need for a community hall and the generosity of York offering the land to the community. “Communities are built on crossroads,” Highlands resident Neville Grigg told council. “The plan makes sense.” Some residents are concerned over the construction of future homes and whether they would meet progressive environmental standards. The proposed single family dwellings are already “over represented in the Highlands,” remarked resident Pattie Whitehouse. Former Highlands mayor Mark Cardinal spoke in support of the project. “I wish in my time (on council) that we has an application that was this so easy to decide on as this application,” Cardinal said. “This is something the community has long deserved.”
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An attempted prison escape reminiscent of the breakout in the film The Shawshank Redemption was foiled at the Vancouver Island Regional Correctional Centre. Two prisoners were involved in the attempt, which was uncovered the morning of July 17 by corrections officials when they discovered a large hole in the ceiling of a cell inside the maximum security facility. The escape attempt was first reported by the Gazette’s sister paper, the Saanich News. “The circumstances are dramatic and very movie-like,” said Saanich police Sgt. Dean Jantzen. “I can confirm that our detectives are investigating this incident … It involves the potential for a breach of security at the jail.” The hole was large enough for an individual to fit through, though Jantzen could not say whether any prisoner actually breached his cell. “At no time was there any risk to public safety,” Jantzen said. The Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General won’t comment on what happened, but did confirm an incident took place. “As soon as the hole was dis-
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North Langford nets new playing field Edward Hill News staff
Over the span of a workday, a new grass community playing field sprouted up at Lakewood elementary school last Thursday. English Lawn crews rolled out dozens of thick Western turf grass bundles, methodically carpeting 62,000 square metres of earth. It’s been a long time coming — the site has been ready since last fall, but consistently rainy weather stalled laying turf. The project is split between Langford and the Sooke School District, with each chipping in about $175,000, said Langford parks manger Mike Leskiw. It’s a steal of a deal — at $350,000 the 95 by 65 metre field cost less than half then full asking price. Leskiw said companies donated or sold at-cost soil, irrigation piping and retaining wall blocks. “We got a lot of great deals. The soil alone would have cost $400,000 but most was donated,” he said. “A lot of products came for free or
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On his rolling machine, Ricky Styles and his English Lawn team roll out turf at the new community sports field at Lakewood elementary in Langford last Thursday. at-cost because companies recognize it’s for the community.” The English Lawn crew who laid the field just came off laying the turf at Empire Field in Vancouver. Using a rolling machine and hard labour, foreman Ricky Styles
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“This is a really good example of the school district and City working together to save money and build something for the whole community,” Leskiw remarked. “And it’s the only full-sized field north of the highway.” editor@goldstreamgazette.com
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Province launches one-stop, online database Tom Fletcher Black Press
Government communications have traditionally been built around a stream of propaganda, with the emphasis on pictures and text arranged to show the ruling politicians of the day in a flattering light. Mundane public services such as permit application forms have been more difficult to find, requiring citizens to know which ministry is responsible for which service. And less flattering information has often been available only to those who demand it under freedom of information. Some of that changed for the B.C. government, as it unveiled a reorganized set of official websites that chooses information priorities based on what citizens are most likely to be looking for. The home page of the B.C. government website at www.gov.bc.ca still features the smiling portrait of Premier Christy Clark. But it’s now as easy to find a cabinet minister’s travel expenses (www. openinfo.gov.bc.ca ) as it is to find a picture of his or her latest ribbon-cutting. Services and application forms are now prominent on the main government website, based on the number of public requests for them and surveys conducted in recent months. Features such as DriveBC and emergency flood updates are included in a “carousel” of most popular sites at the centre of the home page. B.C. Information and Privacy Commissioner Elizabeth Denham issued a report last year that called on the provincial government to begin routine disclosure of information. Denham said the new policy requires ministries to routinely post responses to freedom of information requests and to designate categories of information for routine release at no charge. She is encouraged by the first step. “This policy demonstrates intent by government to adopt a presumption favouring disclosure,” Denham said. The project also includes a searchable public database of government statistics on more than 2,000 subjects, such as birth rates, public sector salaries and school test scores. Clark said the intention of DataBC (www. data.gov.bc.ca) is to allow independent researchers to find new ways to use the data and contribute to public policy.
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ravelling the province is an integral part of an MLA’s job in B.C. We get that. But when the travel expenses of a minister who lives in the same town as the legislature are third-highest of any government cabinet member — Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development and Oak BayGordon Head MLA Ida Chong — it causes us to raise our eyebrows. The expense information on Chong and other ministers was available — if you knew where to look — prior to the Liberal government’s introduction last week of its DataBC website. But it took the government’s example, that similar information for all B.C. MLAs can now readily be found by the public, for us to take more notice of spending by cabinet ministers. The increased transparency on MLA spending is a step in the right direction. While the bills chalked up by other Capital Region politicians in their duties as MLAs didn’t raise any red flags, the fact that anyone can now access such information is a better public service. It’s important also that transparency in government be taken further. B.C. still lags behind other provinces in terms of availability of receipts and other more detailed expense accounts. Since there is no real watchdog in B.C. for appropriate expenditures by elected representatives, it’s up to the public to keep watch on such things. And it’s also up to the public and taxpayer lobby groups to keep up the pressure on government to open up the accounts to more public scrutiny. The perception of secrecy in government is one of the key ingredients in a denigration of trust in government. Moving to make the accounting by elected individuals, as well as government as a whole, more transparent is the surest way to gain favour with the electorate. That’s something current and future administrations in B.C. may wish to take a closer look at as they head toward election time. What do you think? Give us your comments by email: editor@goldstreamgazette.com or fax 250-478-6545. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Goldstream News Gazette is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
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He arrived in 1941, when Fasognitive scientists have found cist dictator Francisco Franco was 20 men and women who can starving the region of resources and remember what happened punishing its people for every day of their lives fighting him in the Spanfrom pre-teens onward. ish Civil War. Arizmendi This among many studstirred five pioneers to ies plumbs the mystery create Mondragon as a of the mind and suggests survival strategy in three that humans are smarter parts: a credit union, a than we used to think. technical school and a Smart enough, colworkshop for manufacturlectively, to distribute ing kerosene stoves. food, shelter and comfort After enormous growth, across the world more Mondragon has faults but fairly and efficiently than G.E. Mortimore it guards its structure of it is distributed now. economic democracy: Tool using is another Think About It one vote for each workaspect of human brainer-owner, some of the power. Twenty thousand income invested in the well-being of years ago, it was stone axes. Today, the home region. Pay of managerial computers. Tomorrow, maybe, artiworkers averages five times higher ficial intelligence. the lowest worker’s salary, against a We now have the electronic tools reported 350 in the U.S.A. to mobilize citizen anger against a Mondragon co-operative corporaprivileged elite which (some of us tion has become an appliance and believe) has been mismanaging the high-tech manufacturer, financier, political economy. insurer, university educator, groInventive leadership is another cer, trader and exporter employing element in the movement for radi100,000 people, with annual sales of cal social change that has trashed 13.9 billion Euros. such failed ideas as rigidly centralIt weathered the economic storm ized economic planning. It’s leaders are driven by a sense of deprivation well, reduced wages moderately by the owner-workers’ decision, and and a battery of morally and inteldid not fire anybody except new lectually inspired ideals. hires on trial. One notable agent of change The Mondragon story contains was Father Jose Maria Arizmenthis message for Canada’s NDP, diarrietta, or Arizmendi for short, which used to call itself the Co-opthe priest who launched the Monerative Commonwealth Federation. dragon co-operative movement in The NDP, with its strengthened the northern part of Spain where official-opposition status in Canathe Basque language is spoken.
da’s House of Commons, and its increased popularity, is now under temptation to bland down into one more Liberal-Conservative party and thereby become the secret friend of the corporate power elite. Arguably such a move would be like climbing aboard a sinking ship. Anger is rising against a political and economic system that crushes the poor and cushions the rich and powerful. Barely a hint of that rage in the blogosphere reaches us through the gee-whiz view of the world supplied by daily newspapers, radio and television. In the daily media, suffering appears as entertainment. Bloodshed provides shock and thrills. Where millions of people are under threat of death from starvation, disease, gang violence and war, the glimpses of horror are comfortably sandwiched between sales pitches for soap, summer drinks and more and more stuff to display in our mortgaged houses. A chorus of voices on the Internet reject this fuzzy popular viewpoint. How does the NDP stay true to its name as the party of new practical ideas in the Tommy Douglas tradition while treading carefully to avoid offending the elites? I don’t know how, but I believe the party can achieve the miracle. gemort@pacificcoast.net —G.E. Moritmore is a Langfordbased writer. Think About It appears every second week in the Gazette.
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road has long been a contender for the y summer road trip to the B.C. most extreme mountain conditions in Interior began as soon as the Trans-Canada Highway reopened B.C., but one night of torrential rain tore it up beyond anything seen in at Chilliwack. The crew had my lifetime. worked through the night to This pass is the only road clear a mudslide studded with link from southern B.C. to rocks the size of Smart cars, the vast Northeast. The rains along with a couple of actual would keep coming around cars. Dawson Creek and Fort St. We headed up the historic John, disrupting farms, natucanyon route from Hope to ral gas development, a coal Yale to Cache Creek, the Fraser mine and a wind farm with River still surging a month after floods and washouts. it should have settled back. At The transportation minisAshcroft, river rafters bravely Tom Fletcher try and its contractors had a bobbed on the brown torrent. winding track open through The Williams Lake Stampede B.C. Views the Pine Pass construction went ahead between rain showzone within days, an amazing ers, bull riders benefiting from effort to restore essential freight trafsoft conditions while barrel racers strugfic into the region that has emerged as gled. B.C.’s main economic engine. But reconWe drove to Prince George and then struction will likely take the rest of the Vanderhoof, the geographical centre of summer. B.C., where the Nechako River looked We were back in Victoria by the time ready to climb out of its banks. As we the Fraser River finally crested at the arrived news came that all this thunderMission gauge after six weeks of high ing water had done its work, toppling water, its latest peak since 1920. a hydroelectric tower in Surrey, briefly During the trip, gasoline prices closing the Trans-Canada Highway again. reached a high of $1.31, nudged up One family member was unable to slightly by the latest increase in the carcome down from Chetwynd for a visit. bon tax as well as political turmoil overHe was cut off by a staggering 16 washseas. outs of Highway 97 north of Prince This is B.C.’s largely symbolic nod George in the Pine Pass, which winds to the concern that extreme weather through the Hart Range. This stretch of
events are accelerating due to huge consumption of fossil fuels and emissions of greenhouse gases. I’ve been careful not to make any sweeping statements about the evolving science of climate change. But the sheer power of recent weather events, and the scars left by bark beetles and fires, are difficult to ignore. Australia has just taken bolder steps than those of B.C., imposing a carbon tax on the country’s 500 largest carbon emitters. The government proposes to collect the revenues for three years and invest them in renewable energy, transition for coal and steel industries and tax cuts for consumers who will have industrial carbon taxes passed on to them in the price of goods. Then the Australian carbon tax is supposed to convert to an emissions trading system designed to push industry into a cleaner future. B.C.’s carbon tax doesn’t exempt industry as its critics sometimes claim. The tax is imposed on all fuels used in industry, but hasn’t been extended to industrial process emissions. By far the largest greenhouse gas source in B.C. remains vehicles, at around 40 per cent of the total. tfletcher@blackpress.ca —Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com
It’s great to hear that a push is on to reduce Malahat woes: lower speeds, grab offenders, save lives. However, I do wonder how many lost lives and injuries could be attributed to Gordon Campbell’s B.C. Liberal election promise (actually kept) to abolish the photo radar. I drove that stretch during its presence and slowed down, and I’m sure it was an effective program, both in terms of cost, officer deployment and results. Why not bring that back? Don Wilkes Langford
Feeling the effects of climate change African famine is something we have been exposed to by the media for most of our lives and so we say: “isn’t that too bad” and go on with our lives. This time, however, we are looking at a disaster of unprecedented proportions when we look at what is happening in East Africa. According to estimates by the UN’s World Food Program, as many as 38 million Africans are living under the threat of starvation, and many will succumb if emergency relief does not reach them in time. To put that in perspective look at that as being more than the entire population of Canada and you will get a grasp of the horror of what is happening to the human race in that part of the world. We really do not have to look that far afield to see the upswing in flooding, fires, droughts, tornados and other natural disasters happening on the North
American continent. Perhaps we could look at it as the usual situation in our comfortable lives, unless we stop and look at the realities of global warming. The United States and Canada rank No. 2 and No. 7 in carbon dioxide emissions globally. So looking at those stats perhaps we can make a link to our glut of energy consumption and the climatic disasters happening worldwide. Most scientists accept that CO2 is the problem while less than one per cent question that link. There are some steps we can take here. First of all, send whatever donations you are able to make for African relief to whatever agencies are involved in alleviating the impact of African famine. Secondly, take steps to reduce your own energy usage, and third, lobby your MP and your federal government to recognize the disaster that world wide global warming is quickly becoming and to start from the top down to put policies in place to reduce the impact of carbon fuels. This is not just a disaster that is happening in a far off place. We on Vancouver Island have been extremely fortunate so far, but how far down the road will it be when it will come to us in higher fuel prices, food shortages and natural disasters? We all need to do our part, no matter how small. Shirley Stirrett Langford
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LETTERS income unlikely into the future. This funding burden is not placed on the general commu• Because the land area is so nity and represents a form of small, it is unlikely that Nisga’a discrimination. will be able to derive any • Governments tend to step income from royalties from minin to over-rule or take over ing activities on lands adjacent negotiations with mining comto the treatied lands. panies. This means that any • Many governments, Canada mining company not willing to pay royalties at the requested rates to First Nations can simply appeal to the provincial and Canadian governments. This undermines the point and purpose of a Come see the latest works treaty with a sovereign by some of the island’s most First Nation. talented artists! This over-riding of self-determination in the treaty is, in part, a cause of the lowered self-esteem that leads to the welfare mentality, addiction and GET HOOKED ON ART! dependency problems A free self-guided tour of artist studios S P O N S O R mentioned in the artithroughout Metchosin & East Sooke! cle. The treaty denies Maps on our website and at studios the Nisga’a access to the resources neceswww.stinking fish studio tour.com • 250-474-2676 sary for an independent economy. Whilst a lot of money was paid to Nisga’a people, money cannot put the salmon back into the sea. Peter Woof Port Hardy Continued from Page A9
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Victoria’s first foodies featured in new museum book Some colourful characters kept residents fed and watered in city’s formative years Kyle Slavin News staff
Well before the savoury flavours of Pig BBQ Joint graced Blanshard Street and before Wannawafel’s sweet Belgian treats could be smelled in the Inner Harbour, Victoria’s relationship with food looked quite different. That scenario is the subject of a new book co-authored by the Royal B.C. Museum’s manager of human history, Robert Griffin, and museum volunteer Nancy Oke, who spearheaded the project. “We have quite a food packaging collection. And looking through it, we didn’t know a lot about it,” Griffin recalls of the initial discussions eight years ago that prompted the book. “How do you capture food and
ful businessman from San B.C. products? The Francisco. food’s usually gone or Turns out, he was an you can’t really save eccentric U.S. military it … So it was an area deserter. He’d answer his where the trial tends door in the nude and he to disappear really believed people were hidquickly.” ing in his house. Feeding the Family: “There are lots of bits and 100 Years of Food and pieces that I wasn’t aware Drink in Victoria is an of when I started this,” Grifin-depth look at the fin says. people, places and The challenging part was products that helped knowing when to stop lookfeed the city’s growing ing for information. population between “There’s lots more we the 1840s and 1940s. could’ve found. There’s The project was lots more out there in the intriguing and a great newspapers and in our collearning experience, lection,” he says. Griffin says. He and Feeding the Family is Oke uncovered stochock full of stories, anecries about local butchdotes, photos and records ers and shop owners documenting how Victoria, through old newspaper as a commercial centre for clippings. Sharon Tiffin/News staff “Because the popula- Robert Griffin, author and Royal B.C. Museum human history department manager, food production and consumption, grew with the tion was so small, the shows some of the antique food tins in the museum’s collection. times. newspapers covered The book is available at most mostly little local events. So there fin says. “They’re not huge inci- played a role in the city.” One of the pair’s favourite sto- local bookstores and at the Royal are written records of a break-in at dents, but it gives you a different a store, or when a cart is pushed perspective and understanding of ries is about butcher Fredrick B.C. Museum gift shop. kslavin@saanichnews.com over the porch of a grocer,” Grif- the way things were and how food Reynolds, who was a success-
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Sooke-based funny man knocking them dead Benjamin Yong Sooke News Mirror
Kevin Banner is officially one of the funniest people on the Island. And he just happens to be from Sooke. Banner won $5,000 in an online viewer poll at Bite.ca as part of a comedy competition called Stand Up & Bite Me, hosted by comic Colin Mochrie. “I never thought I would get flown out to Toronto,” said Banner, who was accepted into the contest after submitting a 15-minute demo tape. He beat seven competitors for the top prize. Banner, 28, has been active on the comedy scene in Victoria,
where he is a regular fixture at Hecklers Bar and Grill on Gorge Road, and in Sooke, where he hosts the Stump Ranch Comedy night once a month at Mulligans Bar and Grill. He’s done 70 or 80 shows so far this year. But the road to success has been a long one. “I’ve been doing (standup) for six years – I’ve been funny for about 18 months,” he said. In high school, he wanted to be a professional wrestler. “I went down to California to do a boot camp thing and it hurts. (In comedy there’s) a lot less folding chairs to worry about.” Standup was something he always wanted to do, but never
Tired of working odd jobs, Banner began calling local pubs and clubs to see if he could perform during open mike nights. At the time, Victoria didn’t have much of a comedy scene, he said. “It’d be 10 guys doing Jack Johnson and Sublime covers on their acoustic guitars, and then I’d do Photo contributed standup. It was always Comedian Kevin Banner collected kind of awkward.” He started out doing $5,000 for winning a national contest. shows at Logan’s Pub seriously pursued. “The whole and performing here and there thing of writing my own material in Sooke. It wasn’t until he got to – I didn’t think it was something I Hecklers that things started to take off. could do.”
About a year and a half ago, the pub began having a monthly amateur comedy night. Now it’s featured every second Sunday. “For the longest time it was just me – I wasn’t learning much, I wasn’t growing much. Hecklers being there has just been monumental for that.” Banner has collaborated with some top Canadian performers – he opened for Alberta funnyman Dan Quinn on New Year’s Eve at Hecklers, and recently had Graham Clark do a show in Sooke. To follow Banner’s progress or hear him live, visit Stump Ranch Comedy on Facebook or @BANNERkevin on Twitter. editor@oakbaynews.com
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Provincial gold for bantam B1 lacrosse Charla Huber News staff
A young team of West Shore lacrosse players took home the gold medal at the bantam B lacrosse provincials on July 17. The gold medal game was a head-to-head match between the West Shore lacrosse B1 bantam team and Port Coquitlam, at Panorama Recreation Centre. Each time the West Shore team scored a goal it was matched by the opposition until the score was tied at 3-3. Eventually the Port Coquitlam team could not keep up and the West Shore boys won 5-3. “It was pretty amazing,” said bantam captain Jake Campbell, 12, from Langford. “We aren’t all star players but we played as a team and passed the ball a lot.” Even with the team finishing up its season with a bang, Hayden Francis, 13, from Langford said the team had its struggles. “We didn’t gel as a team until midway through the season,” Francis said adding once the team doubled its practices the players grew closer together. Francis unfortunately suffered a concussion after being checked into the boards during the first game, and had to sit out the rest of the tournament.
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Josh Soberg, Jesse Gough, Jake Campbell, Derek Kuhnert and Hayden Francis, of the West Shore bantam B1 lacrosse team, are happy to wear their first place provincial gold medals. Another set back the team found was having only four left-handed players. Derek Kuhnert, 13, from Colwood, said being a “lefty” allowed him more time on the floor during games. The advantage for the southpaws was to be able to throw the ball from areas of the box that a righthanded player would have more trouble with. “Left-handers are hard to get (on a team), I don’t know why,” said coach Ken Passfield. Over the season the team played 14 games, winning nine, losing two and tying three games. “I was very happy with this group of boys. They
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Peewee C2 takes bronze in provincials After conquering the Island championships, the West Shore peewee C2 lacrosse team earned a bronze medal at provincials. The team travelled to Vernon to compete against the top eight- to 12-year-old players in the province. While returning home with a bronze medal around their necks, some players
were a little disappointed hoping they would have made it farther in the competition. “(A bronze medal) is better than nothing,” said Carter Wood, 10, from Langford. The team had a diverse group of players. Some had been running with a lacrosse stick for half their lives while other players were freshmen to the sport. Ethan Howes, 12, from Colwood, towers over his teammates and said he enjoyed his first season in the sport. “It’s really fun, and I get to hit people,” Howes said. At the beginning of the season the team didn’t have a coach, which led to a slow start for the season. Within a couple weeks of the season starting, Mike Jensen took on the responsibility as coach. “This is a really good group of kids and their camaraderie was great,” Jensen said. “I was really impressed.” The team won the Island championship in Kerry Park when they beat out Nanaimo in overtime on June 26. At that point in the season, Nanaimo was an undefeated team, Jensen said. “This is the best team I’ve ever coached,” he said. sports@goldstreamgazette.com
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CALL FOR ENTRIES 9TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Artisan Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting SEPT 3,4 & 5 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca or phone 250-338-6901
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INFORMATION ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL School Survivors! If you received the CEP (Common Experience Payment), you may be eligible for further Cash Compensation. To see if you qualify, phone toll free 1-877988-1145 now. Free service! DOWNTOWN VICTORIAparking available, 800 block of Broughton St. $225/month. Call 250-381-3633, local 247.
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LOST AND FOUND FOUND: HOUSE key, Eastdowne/Allenby Rd. (Oak Bay). Call 250-598-3856. FOUND: PRESCRIPTION glasses, July 23rd, Paradise St., Esquimalt. 250-727-7401. FOUND: PRES sunglasses in case (Fri., July, 15th), Galloping Goose (Blenkinsop Trestle), call 250-727-0267. LOST: FRI., Jul. 15, Sidney, Beacon Ave @ 3rd St., gold tie tack. Sentimental value. Reward offered. (250)652-4036. LOST: MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S prescription glasses in black case, Harbour Rd & Beacon Ave, Sidney. (Reward) 250-818-0341. LOST: SMALL Parrot (very friendly), Mill Bay Tim Hortonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s area, Sunday, July 10. Call 250-929-3321, 250-743-4795
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LICENSED FAMILY DAYCARE Opening September 2011, or sooner!! Located in Colwood on Triangle Mountain, just off Sooke Road. 6:30am-5pm, Monday -Friday. Call Chrissie @ 778-433-2056
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BE YOUR Own boss with Great Canadian Dollar Store. New franchise opportunities in your area. Call 1-877-3880123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com today. COKE & CANDY Vending Route. Local Hi-Traffic Locations. Earn $40+ per year. Fast & Safe Investment Return. Secure Your Future- Be the Boss! Factory Direct Pricing. 1-888-579-0892. Must Sell! GRAVEL TRUCKING Company for sale. Trucks, loaders, hoe, crusher, seven pits, two yards, 3-bay shop, office. Serious inquiries. Call Larry 780333-4726, Swan Hills, Alberta. LOOKING FOR Avon Reps. Be your own boss. Earn extra money, work from home. Call 250-386-0070 to learn more. MAKE A FORTUNE with $3000, we know how. Free info pack. Call (250)590-9634.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS ADMIN ASSISTANT Trainees needed! Large & small firms seeking certified A & P staff now. No Experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888512-7116. AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783. Basic Chainsaw Operator Training- 2011. The BC Forest Safety Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basic chainsaw operator course provides handson training to everyone from new to experienced chainsaw operators. Learn how to safely maintain and handle a chainsaw for most non-falling applications. Key topics covered include creating a personal safety plan, chain sharpening, identifying tension and binds and how to safely make your cuts. This two-day course is endorsed by the BC Forest Safety Council and provides participants with training and competency evaluation in a form acceptable to WorkSafeBC. Numerous sessions of chainsaw training are scheduled around the province starting in August, 2011. To learn more and to obtain an enrollment form, visit our website at www.bcforestsafe.org or call toll free 1-877-741-1060, Monday to Friday, 8am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5pm. MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s need medical office & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1888-748-4126. ONLINE, COLLEGE Accredited, web design training, administered by the Canadian Society for Social Development. Learn web design from the comfort of your home! Visit: www.ibde.ca Apply today!
PERSONAL SERVICES EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
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TWO, TWO, Two years in one. New Heavy Equipment Certificate program at GPRC, Fairview campus. Receive 1st and 2nd year HET Apprenticeship technical training. Intense hands-on shop experience, Fairview, AB. Affordable residences. 1-888-999-7882.
EXPERIENCED PARTS Person required for progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000 sq.ft. store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send Resumes to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net. GUTTER INSTALLER is needed with 3 years experience. Must have valid Drivers License. Call 250-382-5154. INDUSTRIAL PAINTER: Required Immediately! Do All Metal Fabricating-Estevan SK. Seeking an applicant to paint in an industrial setting. Qualifications & Duties:-Must have knowledge of how to run/maintain an airless painter,enamel and epoxy products, working knowledge with Endura paint (sprayed preferably)We offer Competitive Wages, Benefits & RRSP programs. Apply by email kswidnicki@doallmetal.com or fax 1-306-634-8389. JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC required immediately, Grande Prairie, (NW) Alberta. Heavy Duty position, Caterpillar experience, competitive wages, benefit plan. More info: www.ritchiebr.com. Fax 780351-3764. Email: info@ritchiebr.com. MAGAZINE AD Sales & CSR, F/T, Sidney. horsejournals.com/careers
HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS
FT/PT EXPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;D Hair Stylists reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d at Partings Hair Design in Cadboro Bay Village. Preference give to stylist with some clientele. Flexible hours. Call Richard or Joanne (250)477-1869 or send resume to: partings@shaw.ca
HELP WANTED ARCTIC CO-OPERATIVES Limited provides management expertise and business support to 31 member-owned Coops in Nunavut and Northwest Territories. We are currently recruiting for the following positions: General Managers Assistant Managers - Relief Managers - Hotel Cooks. Please forward your resume to: HumanResources@ArcticCo-op.com, or fax to: 1-204632-8575. Please visit www.arcticco-op.com and www.innsnorth.com for more information. BURGER KING Victoria is currently hiring Full-Time Food Counter Attendants. Mature candidates & students welcome to apply. Must be flexible and able to work various shifts incl. days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays. Wages $11.35 per hour. 1681 Island Hwy. CLEAR ENVIRONMENTAL is seeking individuals to join our team. Responsibilities: Water and soil sample collection and field analysis, drilling waste sampling, analysis, disposal supervision. Pre and post site assessments. Qualifications: Post secondary degree or diploma. Oilfield experience is an asset. Required equipment is a reliable 4X4, lap top computer, GPS, camera. Send resume to: hr@ceslp.ca referencing contract Environmental Field Technicians in the subject line. CONCRETE FINISHERS. Edmonton-based company seeks experienced concrete finishers for work in and out of town. Subsistence and accommodations provided. Phone 780660-8130. Fax 780-444-4258; John@RaidersConcrete.com. CONTROLLER A well established Kelowna based, underground utilities /road contractor has an immediate requirement for a controller. The successful applicant will have over five years of experience in the construction field after completion of their accounting designation, CA, CGA. They will be required to perform all aspects of accounting cycle up to and including financial statements. We are an aggressive company and require a strong aggressive person that is ready to take on new challenges and grow with the company. Remuneration complete with benefit package will be consummate with experience. Please reply to the Administrator by fax at 250-7659603, or phone 250-7659601. Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following jobs: 1)Heavy Duty Mechanic. 2)Driller Blaster Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259
RAINBOW CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP LTD.
Prince Rupert, BC has an immediate opening for a Journeyman Technician Chrysler experience preferred, will consider 3rd or 4th year apprentice. Top wages and relocation bonus to the right candidate. Apply by email: ckontzie@rainbowchrysler.ca, FAX (250)624-3214 Attn Service Manager, or by mail 1105 Chamberlin Ave, Prince Rupert, BC , V8J 4J5 DL#24707 T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive benefit package and applicant must possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Contact Joe Fornari. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502 Email: JoeFornari@t-mar.com
TRADES, TECHNICAL â&#x20AC;˘ BRIDGEMAN/PILE DRIVER (bridgeman & welding exp.) â&#x20AC;˘ CONVENTIONAL CRANE OPERATOR (Cert.)
Required for Gadd Marine. Wages commensurate with experience. Please Fax: 1-250-754-3073 or e-mail: gadmar@telus.net
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic or Apprentice Mechanic
P & R Truck Centre requires Full - Time Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic or Apprentice Mechanic for our Duncan location. Possession of an Authorized Motor Vehicle Inspection ticket would be an asset. Excellent Wage & BeneďŹ t Package. Please e-mail resume to michele@prwstar.com or fax to 250-746-8064
Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians
We are currently accepting applications for Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians. We have BC branches in Prince George, Penticton, Kamloops, Burnaby, Williams Lake, Quesnel, Nanaimo, Cranbrook, Vernon, Fort St John, Langley, Campbell River and a Yukon branch in Whitehorse. Parker Pacific is an industry leader in heavy equipment sales & service. Since 1949, The Inland Group has grown to over 900 employees & 20 locations in North America. We are always seeking talented people to join our service team and enjoy a great career path. Send resume & covering letter stating locations of interest to Lori Willcox at lwillcox@ inland-group.com or Fax: 604-608-3156
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VITAMIN / SUPPLEMENT ADVISOR (F/T) with extensive product knowledge or related credentials. Apply with resume to The Vitamin Shop 1212 Broad Street or vitaminshopadmin@ shawcable.com
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD Conkeira Holdings Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 845 Goldstream Ave, Langford and 840-2945 Jacklin Road, Langford Food Counter Attendant, Full Time/Shift work, Nights/overnights/early mornings/weekends. $10.80/hr + benefits. Apply at store Fax: 250-478-3003
MEDICAL/DENTAL MEDICAL office assistant (MOA) required for a new specialist physician in Vernon, BC. Full time; remuneration equivalent to experience. drinkpen@gmail.com. 902-2200808
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PERSONAL SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
HOMES WANTED
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
SUITES, UPPER
SPORTS & IMPORTS
DIGITAL PHOTO retouch, editing, add/remove objects/people. Tribute posters, home movies to CD/DVD. 250-4753332. www.cwpics.com
SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
WE BUY HOUSES
MALAHAT 1 & 2 BdrmsPanoramic views. Serene & secure. All amenities on-site, firewood. $700-$1200 inclusive. Monthly/Weekly. Pets ok with refs. 25 min commute to downtown Victoria. Must have references. 250-478-9231.
LANGFORD, 3577 Kelly Dawn Plc. 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath, upper suite, lrg kitchen, F/S, D/W, W/D, gas F/P, deck, modern decor, cats ok. $1595 plus $100 for utilities.
2004 MUSTANG convertible, Special Edition (Grey), V6, like new, covered prkg, 59,000 K, $10,000 obo. 250-978-2254.
QUADRA/MACKENZIE3 bdrms, $1350+ utils, sun deck, 1 prkg spot/street prkg. Avail Aug 1. 250-516-5556.
HONDA SPREE Scooter, like new, first $850 takes. Call (Sidney), 250-655-9237.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE BUILDING SUPPLIES METAL ROOFING & siding sales. Seconds avail. Custom roof Flashings. 250-544-3106.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
FREE ITEMS
ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewellery. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700
FREE: KENMORE under counter Dishwasher, Ultra Plus, Quiet Pak, in perfect condition. Call 250-652-6198.
CA$H FOR JUNK CAR$
TRUCK BED liner, Ford F150, new. Call (250)656-1947.
GET RID OF IT TODAY!
FRIENDLY FRANK 10 FANCY floral cups & saucers, $4.50/each. Call 250727-3064. 3 VHS TAPES- Judy Dench “A Fine Romance”. $6 (250)4771819. 48 FRENCH books (Quebec Loisir), $99 for all. Call 250385-2118. 4’ X 8’ CANOPY, $99 obo. Call 250-727-6950. SET OF range elements, $10 (all), maternity dress, medium, $5. 250-721-0308, leave mess
FUEL/FIREWOOD ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391. SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords, fast delivery. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com or 1877-902-WOOD.
250-888-JUNK www.888junk.com
REAL ESTATE ACREAGE 20 ACRE Ranch Foreclosures Near Booming El Paso, Texas Was $16,900, Now $12,900, $0 Down, take over payments, $99/mo. Beautiful views, owner financing, FREE map/pictures 800-755-8953. TEXAS LAND Foreclosures! 20/40 acre tracts. Near growing El Paso- Was $16,900 (USD) now $12,900 (USD) $0 down, take over payments, $99/mo (USD) Beautiful views, owner financing, free map/pictures. 866-484-0857 (US)
HOUSES FOR SALE
FURNITURE TOO MANY Kings! Better King-size Mattresses from $199., All sizes on Sale! Estate Sale Now! Sofa suites from $49., Recliners from $15., Olde Wooden Rocking Chair $199., 7 pc Dinettes from $49., Sofa Bed $199., Comp. Desk $49., MicroFibre Sofa, Loveseats & Chair $699., All Leather 3 Pcs $1499. Bedroom Stes Cheap, Bookcases from $49. BUY & SAVE 9818 4th St., Sidney. We Buy, Sell Trade. buyandsave.ca
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE A FREE Telephone service Get your first month free. Bad credit, don’t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today Toll-Free 1-866-884-7464. GET FREE Vending machines. Customers play them like Legal VLT’s. Can earn income of $100,000.00 plus. 100% Canadian Owned. Details at www.tcvend.com Or CALL 1-866-668-6629 RED ENVELOPE - Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit: www.redenvelope.com/Jewel for an extra 20% off or Call 1888-473-5407. SALE $2000 NEW 8X10 GREENHOUSE 6 auto gas filled adj. vents 2 6’6” slide doors opt. shelf alum. heat cured powder coat box style frame system 250-210-1648
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL STOREFRONT FOR LEASE 1025 Approx sq ft Large Bright Clean 3 parking spots Malaview in Sidney Tina Wille 250-475-2303
Call: 1-250-616-9053
www.webuyhomesbc.com
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS Canadian CSA Modular, Manufactured, and Park Model Homes @ US factory direct wholesale prices. Starting @ 39,824 better features + more options = best value. The Home Boys 877976-3737 or 509-481-9830 www.hbmodular.com We will beat anyone’s price. Guaranteed!
WAREHOUSE FOR LEASE on Malaview Approx 2660 sq ft Clean, ready for Turn Key Business Tina Wille 250-475-2302
MORTGAGES
MOBILE HOMES & PADS
Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
4 BDRM MOBILE Home, on 2055 Koksilah Rd. $975.+ util. Aug. 1. Call Mel 250-597-0617 talltimbermhp@live.com
HOMES FOR RENT 3 BDRM RANCHER ON ACREAGE, 1 BATH, WOOD STOVE, SHARED HYDRO, MINUTES FROM COW RIVER/TRIAL, 15 MINS TO DUNCAN. 250-7493188
RECREATIONAL PROPERTY LAKEFRONT Properties For Sale 20 Minutes from Qualicum www.hornelake.bc.ca
SOOKE. 3-BDRM + den, 2.5 bath. Newer home with gas F/P. Fully fenced, big yard. Big deck off bright kitchen with DW, F/S. W/D in sep. laundry. Nice views, forest and trails across road. Pet ok. $1650 + utils. Aug. 1. 250-508-4064.
RENTALS ACREAGE 82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/
SOOKE, 3 bdrm, fully fenced yard, large rec room, N/S, N/P, $1150, Aug. 1, 250-478-1036. SOOKE BRIGHT, spacious upper, 3bdrm, 2bath, all appls, hrdw flrs, F/P, deck. NS/NP $1100+ 250-415-7991
APARTMENT/CONDO
EXQUISITE SANCTUARY Fabulous 2.26 private acres with creek in beautiful Alberni Valley. Enchanting 3600 sq.ft. 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom custom built 1995 home. Outstanding 57x40 shop with own bathroom, lots of parking. Features hardwood, tile throughout, custom cabinetry. Gas fireplaces, stove, heat and hot water; ensuite with soaker tub. Thinking of a life style change? Move to Port Alberni, the Salmon Capital of the World! Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $649,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660
2057 KALTASIN Rd. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1st floor Condo. On the ocean in Sooke. F/S, pets neg. $950 mo. Please call Shelley at Complete Residential. 250370-7093.
LOOKING FOR 1 bdrm furnished cottage on water for about $1000. Utils incld’d, TV/web. I’m reno’ing my place have 1 adult dog, 1 pup, both well behaved. (250)217-3000.
TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUE/CLASSICS
AUTO FINANCING
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
FREE CASH back with $0 down at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877792-0599 DLN 30309. Free Delivery. www.autocreditfast.ca.
1994 NISSAN Pathfinder, XE, V6, 4x4, standard, A/C, power windows, sunroof, in excellent condition, 223,000 K, $3500 obo. Call 250-920-4283.
WANT A Vehicle but stressed about your credit? Last week 21 out of 25 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any credit. Receive a $500 gift card. 1-888593-6095.
all conditions in all locations
250-885-1427
LANGFORD- 1 BDRM loft, 1.5 bath, lrg balcony, walking distance to all amenities, secure underground parking, laundry, stainless appls. Avail Aug 1. $1100 mo. (778) 678-2073.
BUYING - RENTING- SELLING FERNWOOD AREA Apt, large 2 bdrm, $900 mo. Avail now. Call 250-370-2226 for viewing.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
250.388.3535
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
MARIGOLD AREA, 1 bdrm, shared lndry, quiet, N/S, N/P, $750, (immed), 250-727-6217. OAK BAY, 1 bdrm suite, $925 mo, N/P, N/S, incls H/W, avail now. Call 250-598-2183.
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2007 DODGE Dakota, silver, 41,000kms, auto, a/c, cruise. $15,500. Call 250-857-3137.
Call us first & last, we pay the highest fair price for all dead & dying vehicles. Don’t get pimped, junked or otherwise chumped!
MARINE BOATS
BEATERS UNDER $1000
CARS
FREE Tow away
Will tow away any car or truck in 45 mins. FREE!
2001 HONDA Odyssey 132,000 miles, new water pump, battery, timing belt. $5500 obo. 250-514-8645.
CASH PAID FOR ALL VEHICLES in
LANGFORD- 2BDR Bsmt Ste on Quiet Culdesac NS NP Sep Entr Util incl $1000 250-4791893
$0-$1000 CASH
For Junk Cars/Trucks
toll free 1-888-588-7172
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
$50-$1000 CASH
TRUCKS & VANS
250-588-7172
AUTO SERVICES
C. SAANICH, 2 bdrm, shared lndry, quiet area, N/S,N/P, $1100, (immed) 250-858-4645
LANGFORD: 2 bdrm, W/D, F/P, NS/NP. $1100 incld’s util’s. Call (250)220-5907.
2004 30.5’ 5TH WHEEL Prowler Regal. Living room & bed slide. Fully loaded- new carpets, furniture etc. $26,000 obo or trade. Esquimalt, 250361-0052. WINNEBAGO MOTOR home, 1979, 60,000K, fully equipped, great condition, new roof replaced, $5500. 250-658-8859.
STORAGE SPACE. If you have a car but no space Malaview in Sidney. Tina Wille 250-475-2303.
CORDOVA BAY: 2 bdrm, W/D, hydro incld’d, avail. Aug. 15th. $910/mo. (250)658-4760
1995 KODIAK, 24’ 5th wheel. Immaculate condition, sleeps 6. Asking $9000 obo. 250-3919707.
1990 ROLLS Royce, 86,000K, collector plates, showroom cond, $32,000. 250-743-1343.
COLWOOD 2 BDRM- W/D, F/S, inclds hydro/heat/water. Near bus. NS/NP. Avail Aug 1. $1050. (250)474-6074.
Classified ads are inexpensive and work hard!
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
WANTED TO RENT
SUITES, LOWER
BUYING OR SELLING?
Call 310.3535
STORAGE
MOTORCYCLES
For scrap vehicle
858-5865 ONLY 170,000 KM- 1983 Olds Cutlas Ciera, white, 4 door, good condition, non-smoking car. $1800. (250)382-0710.
SPORTS & IMPORTS
SOOKE- LRG new 2 bdrm, W/D, 4 appls, close to amens, prkg, N/S. Refs. $950 inclds utils. (Immed). (250)294-0874.
1995 BUICK RIVIERA- fully loaded, regularly serviced, 28,000 km. Lots of recent work done. $2500 obo or trade. Esquimalt, 250-361-0052.
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OCEAN GOING Sailboat. The ideal vessel to cruise local waters this winter, a warm comfortable closed wheelhouse cutter, 50 feet on deck. One owner last 40 years, vessel is well taken care of, right down to meticulous housekeeping and spares kits. Painted, varnished and clean. No rust. Beautifully fitted galley, built-in freezer and sep. fridge. Roller furling jib, staysail. main and storm sails, most about two years old and immaculate. All rigging stainless. Engine room to eat from, new Kubota 67hp diesel gives 6 knots at about 1600 revs. Wagner autopilot: the best steersman on board. Radar. Bunks for eight; luxury for two. One electric head. Two ninety-gallon stainless water tanks and a 65 gallon utility tank. Ready to sail with complete charts and GPS, fuel in tanks, and the best moorage in West Vancouver. This is one of the ferro boats worth seeing. Photos on-line through Harbour Yachts, Fisherman’s Cove, West Van. Comes with dinghies etc., new life jackets, too much to mention. Was $140, now $90. Talk to Dan about the “Talofa Lee”, 604921-7428
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GUTTER CLEANING, repairs, de-mossing. Windows, power washing. 250-478-6323.
SIMPLY FENCING. Custom gates, fences and decks. Licensed & WCB Insured. Visit: simplyfencing.ca Call (250)886-1596.
GUTTER CLEANING. Repairs, Maintenance, Gutterguard, Leaf traps. Grand Xterior Cleaning Services. WCB Insured. Call 250-380-7778.
IFIX HANDYMAN Services. Household repairs and renovations. Free estimates. Call Denis at 250-634-8086 or email: denisifix@gmail.com
EXPERIENCED JOURNEYMAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fair rates. Insured. Reliable, friendly. Great references. Call Mike at KNA (250)880-0104.
Certified General Accountant Bookkeeping, Audit, Payroll, HST. Set up & Training. E-File
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250-477-4601 PENNIE’$ BOOKKEEPING Services for small business. Simply/Quickbooks. No time to get that paperwork done? We do data-entry, GST, payroll, year-end prep, and training. 250-661-1237
CARPENTRY ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! New, reno’s, historical, decks, driveways, etc. WCB/Member of BBB. John, 250-658-2656. BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748. DAVID GALE Construction, for all your renovation needs. 26 yr. exp. 778-977-7737 www.davidgaleconstruction.ca
CLEANING SERVICES AUNTIE MESS CLEANING. Reliable, efficient, honest, 40 years exp, seniors discount. $20/hr. Call 250-634-1077. FRIENDLY HOUSEKEEPER has immediate openings, MonSat. Ref’s avail. 778-440-3875. HOUSE AND CARPET CLEANING- Carpet Special! $69/2 rooms. 250-999-0403.
COMPUTER SERVICES A HOME COMPUTER Coach. Senior friendly. Computer lessons, maintenance and problem solving. Des, 250-6569363, 250-727-5519.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
CONTRACTORS ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! New, reno’s, historical, decks, driveways, etc. WCB/Member of BBB. John, 250-658-2656. CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitch/bath, wood floor, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877 REDSEAL JOURNEYMAN Carpenter. Simple hourly rate. (250)886-1596.
FURNITURE REFINISHING FURNITURE REFINISHING. Specializing in small items, end-tables, coffee tables, chairs. Free pick-up & delivery. References available. 250-475-1462. U-NEEK SEATS. Hand cane, Danish weave, sea grass. UK Trained. Fran, 250-382-8602.
DRAFTING & DESIGN DESIGN FOR PERMIT. Home Renovation Plus. Call Steven (250) 881-4197.
DRYWALL BEAT MY Price! Best workmanship. 38 years experience. Call Mike, 250-475-0542.
GARDENING 250-208-8535 WOODCHUCK: specializing in Lawn (Sod & Seed), Landscaping, Tree & Stump, Hedges, Blackberry, Ivy removal, Yard Cleanup, 23 yrs exp. WCB. AURICLE LAWNS- Hedge, beds, irrigation, commer, strata. 25 yrs. Insured. 882-3129.
ELECTRICAL 250-361-6193. QUALITY Electric. Reno’s plus. Visa accepted. Small jobs ok. #22779 AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550. KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991. WATTS ON ELECTRIC, Residential, Commercial, Renovations. #100213. 250-418-1611.
EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE BUBBA’S HAULING. Mini excavator & bob cat services. Call 250-478-8858.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
BIG JOBS or small, we do it all. Weekly or monthly visits. Commercial & Residential. Call (250)885-8513.
M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Patio’s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-213-5204.
PERIMETER EXTERIORS. Gutter cleaning, repairs, upgrades, roof demossing. WCB, Free est. 250-881-2440.
RENOS BY Don, 25 yrs exp. New, renos, repairs, decks, fencing, bathrooms, kitchens. Senior discounts. Licensed, Insured, WCB, 250-588-1545.
V.I.P. GUTTER Cleaning. Gutter guards, all exterior, power washing, roof de-mossing, spray, windows. Package deals! Insured. (250)507-6543
MASONRY & BRICKWORK C.B.S. MASONRY Brick, Stone, Concrete, Paving, Chimneys, Sidewalks, Patios Repair. Renew. Replace “Quality is our Guarantee” Free Estimate & Competitive Prices. Charlie 294-9942, 5899942 Licensed Insured & WCB
HANDYPERSONS Aroundthehouse.ca ALL, Repairs & Renovations Ben 250-884-6603 ACTIVE HANDYMAN Reno’s, drywall, decks, fencing, pwrwash, gutters, triming, yrd work, etc. Sen disc. 595-3327.
THE STUCCOMAN. Chimney repair work. Free estimates, 20 year warr/guarantee. Senior discount. (250)391-9851.
AL’S AVAILABLE to update your home. Kitchens, baths, basements, etc. Licensed & Insured. Al 250-415-1397.
WESTSHORE STONEWORKS Custom Stonework. Patios & Walkways. (250)857-7442.
ASK ROB. Carpentry, decks, landscaping, bobcat work, masonry and renos. Free Estimates. Call 250-744-4548.
MOVING & STORAGE
DPM SERVICES: Lawns, clean-ups, tree pruning, hedging, landscaping & gutters. 15 yrs exp. Call 250-883-8141.
★ REPAIRS/RENOS. Painting, plumbing, electrical, etc. Free estimates. Call 250-217-8666.
2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)686-6507.
GARDEN OVERGROWN? Big cleanups our specialty Complete garden maint. Call 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236.
HAULING AND SALVAGE
2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)686-6507.
INSTALLATION OF patios, ponds, gardens and more. Plus, top quality maintenance. glenwoodgardenwor ks.com Call (250)474-4373. LAWN CUTTING, Yard Work, $20 per/hr. Call John at 250516-9291 or 250-478-2919.
250-217-0062 GARDEN CITY GREEN Hauling & Recycle ◆Yard & Garden debris ◆Construction Clean-ups ◆Full House Clean-ups ◆Basements & Attics ◆Furniture, Appliances ◆Free Estimates
DIAMOND MOVING. 1 ton 2 ton, 5 ton. Prices starting at $75/hr. 250-889-5794.
PAINTING A PROFESSIONAL WOMAN painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wallcoverings. Over 22 yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220.
CLARK’S HOME RENOVATIONS (Family Owned & Operated Business)
CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164.
Office: 250-642-5598 Cell: 250-361-8136 Service Installation
Renovations
Tubs, Surround, Sinks, Taps, Vanity, Drains, Hot Water Tanks www.clarkshomerenovations.ca
Roofing, Framing, Drywall, Bathroom, Kitchen, Laminate, Decks, Fence, Painting www.victoriahomerenos.ca
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FAMILY MAN Hauling. Prompt, Courteous. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-386-1119.
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS DIAMOND DAVE Gutter cleaning, gutter guard, power washing, roof de-mossing. Call 250-889-5794.
✭BUBBA’’S HAULING✭ Honest & on time. Demolition, construction clean-ups, small load deliveries (sand, gravel, topsoil, mulch), garden waste removal, mini excavator, bob cat service.(250)478-8858.
SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578. TRASH TALK Hauling & Junk Recycle. 30 yrs exp. Will clean you out! (250)818-4978.
BLAINE’S PAINTING- Quality workmanship. $20 hr, 20 yrs exp. Blaine, 250-580-2602. FAIR RATES- Quality job. Free estimates. Licensed. Insured WCB. (250)217-8131. OLD TIMER. Quality old fashioned service. Great rates. Excellent references. Call Al at 250-474-6924, 250-888-7187.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! New, reno’s, historical, decks, driveways, etc. WCB/Member of BBB. John, 250-658-2656.
PLUMBING
KERRY’S GAS & PLUMBING SERVICESRepair, maintenance & install. 250-360-7663.
PLASTERING PATCHES,Drywall, skimming, old world texturing, coves, fireplaces. Bob, 250-642-5178.
PRESSURE WASHING DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.
ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS FOUR 12 ROOFING Licensed insured. BBB member. Re-roof new construction. 250-2167923. www.four12roofing.com SHORELINE ROOFING. Reroofing specialist. WCB/BBB member. Quality & satisfaction guaranteed. 250-413-7967. shorelineroofing@shaw.ca
STUCCO/SIDING PATCHES, ADDITIONS, restucco, renos, chimney, waterproofing. Bob, 250-642-5178. RE-STUCCO & HARDY Plank/Painting Specialist. 50 years experience. Free estimates. Dan, 250-391-9851.
TILING A1. SHAWN The Tile GuyRes/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos. 250-686-6046
WINDOW CLEANING BOB’S WINDOW Cleaning Licensed 25 years. cell 250-884-7066, 381-7127 msg DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping Roofs, Pressure Washing, Roof Demossing. Call 250361-6190. GLEAMING WINDOWS & Gutters+ De-moss & Power Wash. 250-514-7079. WCB.
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THE OPEN GATE CHURCH Anglican Network In Canada 1289 Parkdale Dr. Phone: 250-590-6736
Sunday Services 8:30 Traditional Holy Communion BCP 10:15 Family Praise with Kings Club (Sunday School) EVERYONE WELCOME “Jesus Christ: The Way, The Truth, The Life”
The Anglican Church of Canada Saint Mary of the Incarnation
4125 Metchosin Road Service at 9:30 am on Sundays For info contact 250-474-4119 All are welcome
GORDON UNITED CHURCH 935 Goldstream Avenue 10:15 am Music 10:30 am Family Service
Rev. Heidi Koschzeck 250-478-6632
office@gordonunitedchurch.ca
www.gordonunitedchurch.ca
CHURCH OF THE ADVENT
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA www.colwoodanglican.ca 510 Mt. View Ave. (Behind the SHELL Station)
250-474-3031
Wednesday, July July 27, 27, 2011 2011 -- GOLDSTREAM Wednesday,
Christ gave the signs of his return. Do you know how to pray and prepare? I can help you find him. Call Pastor Dave at 250-479-0500
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 798 Goldstream Avenue
WEEKEND MASSES: 5 Saturday Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 AM
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WESTSIDE BIBLE CHURCH
Pastor Tim Davis SUNDAY SERVICE: 10:30 am Wednesdays @ 7:30 pm Bible Study & Prayer
3307 Wishart Rd. 250-478-8066 www.westsidefamily.org
WEST SHORE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 760 Latoria Road 250-474-0452
MINISTER: Dr. Harold McNabb 10:30am Worship & Church School www.westshorepresbyterian.ca office@westshorepresbyterian.ca
COLWOOD PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 2250 Sooke Road 250-478-7113
LEAD PASTOR: AL FUNK
Sun. Worship 9:00 & 11:00am with Sun. School for ages 3-11 8:30 Traditional Worship 10:00 Family Service with Childs’ Program Fri Youth Meeting 7:30pm
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Probe continues into sub crash Erin McCracken News staff
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Pastor: Fr. Paul Szczur, SDS
A military investigation continues after a Canadian submarine struck the ocean floor off the west coast of Vancouver Island. The Canadian Forces launched a board of inquiry less than a week after HMCS Corner Brook, Canada's only operational submarine before the accident, hit bottom on June 4 while on a 12-day advanced submarine officer training exercise. Lt.-Cmdr. Paul Sutherland took command of the vessel in May. Since June 10, the investigation team is taking witness testimony and reviewing evidence to determine what led to the collision and who, if anyone, may be at fault, said navy Lt. Heather McDonald, with public affairs at the Department of National Defence in Ottawa. “After the investigation is
completed, the results will be reviewed by the chain of command before any public release is considered,” McDonald said. Boards of inquiry are called when there are serious or complex incidents involving the Canadian Forces or a military member. At the time of the crash, two submariners received minor bruising in the collision. Sixty submariners were on board. They were receiving refresher training in anticipation of their boat achieving full operational status next spring. Corner Brook was to continue operating at sea for another three weeks, but the board of inquiry began and the boat never returned to the water. Instead, a team of submariners and civilian defence workers began preparing the vessel for extended maintenance next year, said McDonald. Pre-maintenance work on the sub will continue at CFB
Esquimalt until it is moved to the federal government’s drydock across Esquimalt harbour next July, to “provide the Victoria-class submarine’s 200-plus systems with the deep maintenance required to allow the boat to operate for another six years, prior to entering another (maintenance period),” McDonald said, adding how long that process will take and how much it will cost isn't known since the amount of work varies vessel to vessel. Work on each sub must be individually negotiated within a larger 15-year contract of up to $1.5 billion that the Department of National Defence awarded to the Canadian Submarine Management Group in 2008. Victoria Shipyards is a subcontractor on the project. “Given that submarines are among the most highly complex machines that exist, maintaining them is a very complex process,” McDonald said.
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FRIDAY
ROYAL ASTRONOMY SOCIETY star party, July 29 to 30, Metchosin municipal grounds, 4440 Metchosin Rd. See victoria.rasc.ca/events/ starparty for schedule of events. JUAN DE FUCA velodrome reopening celebration, July 29, 6:30 p.m. Public invited to view a night of racing. See www.gvva.ca.
SATURDAY
METCHOSIN SHEEP DOG trial, July 30 and 31, on the field Taylor Road in Metchosin. Pulblic welcome. See www. msdt.ca for details. GOLDSTREAM STATION FARMERS’ market runs Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bryn Maur Road. See www.
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CANADIAN TIRE AT Westshore Town Centre is accepting gently used clothing, linens and cloth goods, Saturdays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to support Big Brothers and Big Sisters.
SUNDAY
WESTERN SPEEDWAY SWAP and shop flea market, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, 2207 Millstream Rd. LANGFORD INDOOR FLEA market, Goldstream Lodge, 679 Goldstream Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays.
ONGOING
MUSIC IN THE Park series features Groove Kitchen, July 31, 2 to 4 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Langford. HIGHLANDS MARKET, CALEB Pike House, 1589 Millstream Rd., July 31, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. METCHOSIN FARMERS’ MARKET, Sundays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 4450 Happy Valley Rd. METCHOSIN VILLAGE FARMERS’ market, old Metchosin elementary grounds, Sundays, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
STINKING FISH STUDIO tour runs to Aug. 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily featuring Metchosin and East Sooke artists. See www. stinkingfishstudiotour.com. COAST COLLECTIVE GALLERY presents Second Wind associates show, 30 local artists to Aug. 7, 3221 Heatherbell Rd. See www. coastcollective.ca. Non-profit groups can submit events to calendar@gold-
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Advertising Feature
ROADSHOW
This Week in Castlegar
BREAKING NEWS: Gold is at a record high!
HUNDREDS CASH IN AT ROADSHOW!!! By: Michael Ross Great Canadian Roadshow
We are pleased to give you an opportunity to showcase your wonderful items, at no cost! We continuously travel across Canada purchasing a wide variety of antiques, collectibles and precious metals
ITEMS WE MAKE AN OFFER ON MAY INCLUDE... Coins
Scrap Gold
Silver
Gold Coins
“Precious metals have seen a tremendous rise in value, with gold trading at record prices and silver climbing close to where it used to be in the early 1980’s.”
G Pre 1967 Silver Dollars, Half Dollars, Quarters, Dimes, Nickels, Large Cents, and all others.
Broken Gold, Used Jewelry, Dental Gold, Rings, Necklaces, Chains & Charm Bracelets
Silver such as flatware, tea sets, charm bracelets, jewelry, anything marked Sterling or 925.
All denominations from all parts of the world, including Gold Olympic Coins.
FREE ADMISSION
Comfort Hotel. 3020 Blanshard St. Victoria, B.C. V8T5C7 Phone: 1(250)382-4400 Directions: Corner of Blanshard Street and Finlayson Street
Gold expert Thomas Brown sits with a client.
July 25th - July 29th Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Joanne Burke extatic with her roadshow experience.
THE ROADSHOW WILL ALSO BE PURCHASING: ALL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES ALL SCRAP GOLD & SILVER ALL JEWELRY & WATCHES MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
old! Gold! Gold! It seems like that’s all you hear about nowadays, but with good reason. “It’s a modern day gold rush”, says Roadshow expert Kevin Duncan. “Ever since the recession hit in 2008, there’s been a major shift in economic stability. Precious metals have seen a tremendous rise in value, with gold trading at record prices and silver climbing close to where it used to be in the early 1980’s.” Here at the Roadshow we’ve noticed an enormous increase in the amount of gold scrap, gold jewelry, gold coins, silver scrap, silver jewelry, and silver coins that have come into our showrooms. Gold scrap has single-handedly been the most seen item at the Roadshow in the past 12 months. All types of broken jewelry, missing earrings, charm bracelets, and anything gold that’s collecting dust should definitely be brought into the Roadshow!
“Here at the Roadshow we’ve noticed an enormous increase in the amount of gold scrap, gold jewelry, gold coins, silver scrap, silver jewelry, and silver coins that have come into our showrooms. Gold scrap has single-handedly been the most seen item at the Roadshow in the past 12 months..” At one of our shows in British Columbia, a man walked in who was a retired dentist. Throughout his years of practice, he accumulated a jar of gold fillings from his patients who required them to be removed. “The patients never wanted to take them home, so I kept them in a jar, and over the years it turned into a large pile of golden teeth!” , exclaimed dentist Jeffrey Adams. Along with his golden teeth, Dr. Adams brought in some of his wife’s broken and unused jewelry, and was able to walk out of the Roadshow with over $8,000! Not bad for a jar of old teeth and broken necklaces! During a time where the average household income is living from paycheck to paycheck, now is the best time to come into the Roadshow and exchange some of the old or broken jewelry that’s just sitting around in your drawer, and get paid on the spot for it!
See you at the Roadshow!
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BC Day Bouquet
19
99
Tropicana All Varieties
Tropical Plants
2
Scallops
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Kraft All Varieties
Shredded Cheese 380 g
99 100 g
thawed for convenience
Phosphate Free
Jumbo Cooked Shrimp Meat
2
29
Ling Cod Fillets
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6 Per Skewer
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Sweet Dark Cherry Pie 8”
Yerba Mate Beverage 473 mL
market made fresh 4”
Lemon Zinger Torte 6”
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• 24 Pack Single Roll • 12 Pack Double Roll
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Double Chocolate Brownies
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8” x 8”
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Milk 2L
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Kombucha
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Buns
• Hot Dog • Hamburger 454 g
100 g
market meat market made fresh
market made fresh Premium AAA, All Sizes
2
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22.02 kg
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Italpasta All Varieties
Pasta
2
900 g
for
Top Sirloin
Fair Trade Coffee
Club House La Grille
Marinade All Varieties 345-350 mL
Jelly Bellies Selected
Buy 1 Get 1
Free!
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Glaceau
Smart Water
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Meatless Burgers
3
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Raw Energy Mix
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market produce market fresh
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Chard
Patty Pan Squash
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California, Texas 284 g
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Amy’s
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K-Bobs Striploin Grilling Beef • Regular • Marinated Medallions • With Vegetables Whole Grain Bread Beef • Regular • Marinated 140 g/5 oz Min.
eating healthy Dairyland All Varieties
29
Curried Chicken Cashew Salad
Dempster’s Selected
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market made fresh
market made fresh
2
All Beef Hot Dogs
300 g
Bathroom Tissue
Oven Roasted Pork
for
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Purex
Black Olive Sourdough Rye Bread
market made fresh
market baked fresh
2
Level Ground All Varieties
1L
market made fresh
All Varieties 120-155 g
Island Bakery All Varieties
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
ea
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12 pack
for
Emma
650 g
Market Chews
2
Buns
9 23 69 39 2 4 49 49 5 4 99 ea
Pecan Tart
market made fresh
2 00 3 ¢ 98 98 4 98 4 98
Guayaki Selected
market bakery market made fresh
Free!
All Varieties 12 Pack
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Deli Slices
375 g
Buy 1 Get 1
Pepsi-Cola
market made fresh
Yves Veggie Cuisine
•Vanilla Plus •Chocolate Plus 1.65 L
3 00 5 98 5 00 6 00 4 98 7 98
4L
Life Choices
Reg. $7.99 ea
100 g
Chocolate Milk
Island Farms All Varieties
Ice Cream
market fresh
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