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OAK BAYNEWS Mayoral hopefuls square off Nils Jensen and Hazel Braithwaite tell you their top priorities and their solutions to Oak Bay’s issues, as the Nov. 19 municipal election draws near. News, Page A3 Wednesday, November 16, 2011

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McNeill Bay washing into ocean Erosion puts section of iconic waterfront at risk Laura Lavin News staff

Oak Bay hopes to ward off another disaster like the one that saw a part of Beach Drive sink into the ocean. “Several years ago part of Beach Drive collapsed into the ocean. We had to shore that up and redo the road,” said Oak Bay Mayor Christopher Causton. Council doesn’t want to take the chance of that happening again. This week council heard a report warning of foreshore erosion in McNeill Bay that will occur within the next two decades. A 200-metre stretch of McNeill Bay that is not protected by a seawall, west of St. Patrick Street, is subject to natural erosion. “We felt we should investigate how fast the erosion is happening,” said Causton. “When you’re talking about infrastructure, most people think of underground, but you have to look at above-ground as well. We are a waterfront community and with climate change and high tide, we’re looking at gradual erosion and we need to be aware of it and set aside funds.” McNeill Bay gets the full force of the weather from the south. An engineering report showed the rate of erosion to be slow, but costly. “With the rate of erosion we’re looking at about 12 years,” said Causton. “It’s something we have to put aside for. You have to plan about five years out. PLEASE SEE: Council to set aside millions, Page A19

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Fighting fires and prostate cancer Oak Bay firefighters, left to right, Kyle Beaumont, Daryl Lundy, Darren Hughes, Adam Thorneloe and Greg Swan have joined the Great Canadian Fire Department Challenge, hoping to beat their Movember fundraising total from 2010 of $3,600. To donate, go to movember.com and find their team, Oak Bay Firefighters, to help them beat other teams in Greater Victoria and to support the fight against prostate cancer. For more on this story, see page A6.

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Oak Bay News asked your mayoral candidates to answer questions in the leadup to the Nov. 19 municipal elections. Responses were edited for length.

Mayoral candidates

Nils Jensen

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Age: 62

Occupation: Crown prosecutor for the province of B.C. Family status: Married to Jean, a teacher, with two sons, Nicholas and Stewart

Hazel Braithwaite Age: 52

Occupation: Senior Learning Advisor at Coast Capital

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Family status: Married to Rod with one daughter, Lauren

Lived in the community: 18 years

Lived in the community: 22 years

Years on council: 15 years

Years on council: Six years

What key issues do you want addressed by council?

Secondary suites, the deer population and policing.

How do you hope to alleviate those concerns?

The Oak Bay secondary suites review committee’s final report recommended further discussions by council before a decision is made. Questions raised by residents need to be addressed in an open, informed and rational community dialogue that starts with understanding the benefits and costs of having secondary suites in our community. My leadership experience has demonstrated that I am able to find common ground and build consensus on tough issues that result in made-in-Oak Bay solutions. I support a regional management plan that results in a significant reduction of the deer population. While the provincial Ministry of Environment has responsibility for wildlife management, it has delegated local governments to develop a management plan. This is a problem that Oak Bay cannot solve in isolation, independent of other Greater Victoria municipalities. With over 25 years working as Crown prosecutor I have first-hand experience with the justice system and policing issues, so I understand the local implications of regional policing. Discussions about the Esquimalt-Victoria amalgamation have raised the issue of policing in the entire region. In Oak Bay, we must be prepared to contribute to this dialogue. The Oak Bay-Saanich co-operation model may be the best way to unify the disparate police agencies. Core police services continue to be carried out by our local police, based on the community policing philosophy.

What accomplishments are you most proud of on council, either individually or as a group?

I chaired the floor area ratio committee that reviewed the residential building bylaws. The review resulted in flexible zoning initiatives that improve the methodology for determining allowable building sizes. The change allows for creative renovations without compromising community esthetics. The changes also saved Oak Bay homes that may otherwise have been demolished. I proposed the motion to create the Climate Change Task Force. As a member of this committee, we analyzed and reported to council on ways and means of promoting the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions within Oak Bay, both in the community at large and within the municipal organization. Overall I believe council has done a good job of controlling costs and maintaining the quality of services, while preserving our local character.

If you are elected mayor, what goal would be at the top of your list?

Fiscal responsibility in a fragile economy is a priority. Our local economy will continue to be buffeted by the winds of uncertainty in the world. I will maintain a wise and cautious approach to spending and will seek to reduce costs of services through, for example, shared resources with other municipalities as we do with policing. Furthermore, I will ensure that Oak Bay pursues available sources of project funds from other levels of government to fund infrastructure upgrades to build a better Oak Bay.

Continued fiscal prudence to ensure that our property taxes stay at a reasonable and responsible level. Update and compliance to the Official Community Plan, which has not been updated for almost 15 years. Residents want a plan that works and they want council decisions that are aligned with and respectful of the plan. It is clear that residents are not happy with the way council communicates with them and vice versa. Citizens want more town hall meetings, a better website and timely access to agendas, minutes and documentation. The urban deer problem has grown to significant proportions and Oak Bay residents require that something be done.

How do you hope to alleviate those concerns?

One of the most important things I will bring to council is a non-partisan, openminded ability to listen – and to follow up by initiating appropriate action. I know that I can bring diverse groups together to develop consensus solutions. I will improve communications with more town hall meetings and website improvements. I will lead a comprehensive and thorough process of updating our community plan, incorporating the direct involvement of residents in all the various sub-committees and decisions. I believe we could benefit significantly from the acquisition of a planner with urban and heritage credentials.

What accomplishments are you most proud of on council, either individually or as a group?

I am very proud of my work on the Oak Bay High school project, including the Neighbourhood Learning Centre. The NLC is going to be a wonderful addition to Oak Bay that will enhance our parks and rec programs for all residents. I am also proud of being the council representative on the parks and rec commission and all that we have accomplished over the past three years. I created the Young Exceptional Star Awards which celebrate youth in our community. Also, I have championed the protection and preservation of Oak Bay’s heritage and environment including the endangered species in Uplands Park and the mapping of the native burial cairns. On a personal level, I am proud of the way I have been a steady advocate for consistent bylaw enforcement and OCP compliance.

If you are elected mayor, what goal would be at the top of your list?

Every council inherits issues. By the end of a council’s term there are always ongoing issues, works in progress, etc., that will continue into the next council’s mandate. Often this is because community issues of importance take time to fully appreciate; to examine all points of view, and to give all interested parties an opportunity to have their say. If I become the next mayor, I will work diligently to create, in every case, a consensus in the best public interest. One topic that really pulls a lot of the issues together would be to pursue the OCP review in a truly resident-driven way – with council leadership and staff support – while maintaining a careful watch for all fiscal implications. I want to promote a respectful, inclusive Oak Bay that tries to balance the range of needs, seeking common ground and thoughtful, creative ways to do so.

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At least nine thefts from vehicles have occurred in Oak Bay since Thursday Nov. 10. A majority of the thefts have occurred in the central part of Oak Bay along the 1400-block of Beach Dr.; the 1600- and 1700-blocks of Hampshire Rd.; the 2200-block of Kinross Ave.; Oak Bay Avenue; Eastdowne and Haultain; the 1300block of St. David St.; and the 2200-block of Brighton Ave. All of the vehicles were entered overnight while parked either on the road or in driveways. There was no indication of forced entry to any of the vehicles. Police remind residents to ensure their vehicles are locked when not being used.

Ladder used in break-and-enter

Oak Bay police responded to a break-andenter to a residence in the 2000-block of Byron St. on Nov. 9. The homeowners returned to the residence to find a ladder up against the house and a screen removed from one of the windows. The culprits entered through the window and made off with a lap top computer and other household items.

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Oak Bay recreation director Lorna Curtis said she’s too busy to count the days until her retirement Nov. 25. “Maybe next week,” she said. Curtis will leave the job after 31 years with the municipality, but not before helping pick her replacement. “It’s unusual probably, to have the incumbent sit on the committee (to choose a new director),” she said. “I think that Mark (Brennan, municipal administrator) felt that since I had been here 31 years, I had a lot of history and experience, and he was the new CAO to the municipality, so it was helpful for me to be there.” Curtis said they had a good selection of candidates for the job. Chosen for the position is Ray Sharon Tiffin/News staff Herman, currently the director of parks and rec- Retiring Oak Bay recreation director, Lorna reation in Mission. He officially took up his post in Curtis, hands over the keys to successor Ray Oak Bay on Monday. Herman in the lobby of the recreation centre “We’re very happy he is coming to us with some on Bee Street. director’s experience. It’s great for the community. With Agnes (Szilos) retiring a few years ago and believe it or not – the politicians. I’ve enjoyed now me, we have a combination of 50 or 60 years working with all of them.” She is also proud of the legacy she is leaving. of experience. So his experience will be helpful with the leadership of the department,” Curtis “Agnes and I worked as a team, I think she’d agree with me, it’s what we’re turning over to the next said. “The job did attract a lot of interest,” agreed person.” As much as Curtis hates to leave the staff at Oak Brennan. “It shows how prestigious a reputation our recreation division has across B.C., certainly Bay recreation, Herman is pleased to be working with them. as a job of choice.” “I’m looking forward to working with a seasoned Brennan said Herman’s experience and background are exactly what they were looking for and knowledgeable staff,” he said. “I’ll also have to in a director. “He is highly recommended by his delve into budget and administration tasks, but I current employer, past employer and people he have no intention to upset the apple cart or be a works with. He’s creative. He’s very proud of the bull in a china shop.” editor@oakbaynews.com fact that he introduced a rodeo to Panorama,” he said, referring to the North Saanich recreation centre where Herman began his career in the ’90s. “I started as the arena co-ordinator for five years before I moved up to Mill Bay to the Kerry Park According to Oak Bay’s 2010 annual report, Recreation Centre,” said Herman. He then went Lorna Curtis was paid $112,759 for her on to jobs in recreation in Trail, Powell River and position as Oak Bay recreation director. The Mission. job was advertised with an annual salary “This is sort of like coming home. My wife also range for the position of $107,400 to spent 25 years on the Peninsula, raised her chil$115,488 with a benefit package. dren there and now has a two-and-a-half year old As director, Ray Herman will earn $117,588 granddaughter we are looking forward to spendfor six months, which will then increase to ing time with,” he said. $122,488. The increase is due to a wage Herman said a variety of things, including friends disparity that was discovered during the hiring and family, make Greater Victoria an attractive process, said Oak Bay Mayor Christopher place to live. “The Oak Bay job is a pretty special Causton. job that I’m willing to leave Mission for. They’ve “We reviewed the compensation package for treated me extremely well here,” he said. “Oak Bay exempt staff and felt we needed to move the is known for a strong community recreation focus pay rate/pay scale. It was probably slightly and philosophy that I’m comfortable with. … The un-competitive at the rate it was advertised. philosophical approach appeals to me – they are a We had not done a review, it was as a result leader in the province.” of a bit of negotiation.” He said the Oak Bay job was at the top of his list. “I thought if I had an opportunity to come to Greater Victoria, then this is the job I would hope to come to. The timing has worked out very well and we’re very exited.” “He gets two weeks with me – 31 years of history in two weeks,” Curtis said with a laugh. “I’ve been trying really hard to leave really good notes. He’ll have quite the start, lots of reading to do. I’m sure he’ll be fine,” she added. Curtis said she will miss the people she works with the most, but the challenges of the job as well. “The challenges can be the most fun. The process of renovating the Oak Bay Recreation Centre, things like that. The FOR COUNCIL ON NOVEMBER 19TH people, the staff and –

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“Coming from a family with a strong tradition of community support, I am able to say that Hazel Braithwaite is the right person for the position of Mayor of Oak Bay. Hazel’s values, altruism and leadership skills are what, I believe, the community of Oak Bay needs at this time.

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Oak Bay firefighters grow their mo’s Movember ignites moustache fever at fire departments Laura Lavin News staff

November means another Movember for Oak Bay firefighters. About 20 firefighters and management staff at the Oak Bay Fire Department are allowing fuzz to form on their upper lips in the name of prostate cancer research and awareness. “Last year we raised over $3,500 and are going to do our best to get near that this year, but we need help from the community,” said firefighter Kyle Beaumont.

Beaumont organized this year’s Movember team at the fire department, including adding his team to a group called the Great Canadian Fire Department Challenge on the Movember website. “This group is made up of roughly 1,600-plus Canadian firefighters and as of right now has over $100,000 raised for the Movember campaign.” The firefighters have also set up a rule within the department for those who aren’t joining in the hair-raising scheme. “If you decide not to grow a mo, you are deemed a No Mo Bro and owe the team $100 for the privilege of keeping your upper lip bare,” he said. Prostate cancer is the No. 1 form of cancer that affects men; one in

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paign on public property near the schools. David Bratzer was the first to openly admit to approaching parents near school grounds, for which he was met by a round of applause from an otherwise tranquil audience of about 25 spectators. “I understand how

important it is to follow the law and any policies that have been put in place, but this is a public sidewalk we’re talking about, and it’s a fundamental Canadian value to be able to participate in an election campaign on a public sidewalk,” Bratzer said. “People in countries all

over the world are envious of these rights and freedoms that we have.” Deborah Nohr argued parents are excited to meet candidates in this environment and offer feedback. nnorth@saanichnews.com PLEASE SEE: Our View, Page A8

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visiting school grounds, candidates depositing campaign materials on bulletin boards, use of district email to disseminate campaign materials and a vehicle parked in a school parking lot mounted with a campaign billboard. “The general public votes for all the trustees, (and) parents are everywhere … so why do (candidates) decide they need to encroach on the school properties?” Bird asked. “They have multiple ways of getting their message out. I just don’t think it’s necessary to politicize the school grounds.” On Nov. 8, the confederation sent a letter to candidates asking for their commitment to uphold the policy – as well as the “spirit of the policy” – by not campaigning adjacent to the boundaries of school

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Let candidates talk to parents Never would we want to hear of a teacher grooming little Johnny or Sally to one day vote NDP, or for a public school to endorse the Liberal party. But to bar trustee candidates from approaching parents on school property to discuss issues affecting those schools doesn’t make sense. The Victoria Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils, or VCPAC, sent out a letter last week to all trustee candidates in the Greater Victoria school district reminding them that this past spring, the current board of education unanimously voted for a policy that bars campaigning in schools or on school property. The letter goes further, saying some candidates are violating the “spirit” of the policy by having their supporters distribute material to parents on school grounds and by campaigning just off school property. VCPAC’s stance, along with the nine incumbent trustees who voted for the policy, does a disservice to democracy. With turnout so low for trustee elections (trustees’ names go on the same ballot as council candidates, but earn few X marks), we should be encouraging campaigning in locations where there are people who are most likely to vote. Trustees matter more to parents of students than most other voters and candidates should have access to their potential electorate. At an all-candidates meeting last week for trustee candidates, David Bratzer was more vocal on the policy than others, saying it is a “core Canadian value to stand on the sidewalk and talk to parents. … It teaches kids about democracy.” He added he is respecting the policy by staying off school grounds. Is campaigning so intimidating to parents that regulations are needed to keep it at bay? Perhaps parents who aren’t interested in a candidate’s speech could turn them away. At worst, the process could spark a debate between parents and their children about elections, democracy and school governance. However, keeping candidates from approaching parents at schools will only further erode a process that is already ailing. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@oakbaynews.com or fax 250-386-2624. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Oak Bay News 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.

Local gov’t neglected again for local politicians to go back to The red-headed stepchild of their communities and campaign democracy is shivering on the against accountability. doorstep again. Most won’t open There is much that is not the door. discussed and it goes beyond Local government elections are technical details like performance always overshadowed by louder auditing. How about events, and this year is no amalgamation in different. The “occupy” places where there nonsense, the teachers’ are clearly too many strike, the precarious municipal boundaries, economy and the media’s policing is fragmented fixation on them are part and administration is of the problem. duplicated? You won’t But let’s face it. hear much about that, Public indifference to unless a lot more voters local government has insist on it. left it mainly to selfBusiness groups and serving politicians and Tom Fletcher community newspapers special interest groups. B.C. Views raise it, and it fades away. Community newspapers Not enough people care. soldier on through the Few challengers and even fewer three years between elections to incumbent politicians signed the highlight issues and choices, but few people join the debate when it’s taxpayers’ pledge offered up at local election time by the Canadian time to vote. Federation of Independent The recent Union of B.C. Business. It’s a modest proposal to Municipalities convention demonstrated this. Local politicians match spending growth with real growth. love to tell senior governments Candidates don’t want to talk what to do. They’d much rather about the fact that B.C. municipal debate smart meters or bad old spending, adjusted for inflation, is Ottawa’s RCMP costs than talk growing almost four times as fast as about their own performance. the population. Pay and benefits for Most of the mayors and municipal employees grow much councillors on hand were unhappy faster than private sector rates. Not with the province’s plan to appoint enough people care. a municipal auditor-general to The Canadian Union of Public examine the efficiency of municipal Employees is campaigning against spending. Just another layer of contracted private development bureaucracy, according to these of water utilities. They prefer their experts on the subject. high-cost monopoly. And outside At the convention, I asked NDP their special interest support, not MLA Carole James about this. A enough people care. veteran of local government, she School board elections have observed that it would be awkward

become even more of an insider activity. To take one example, a school trustee candidate forum in Abbotsford last week started with a protest march by 18 teachers. They carried their message inside, demanding smaller classes, more special needs support, the familiar list of demands in their dysfunctional relationship with the provincewide bargaining agent. Of course school trustees have no actual authority over these huge and costly issues. The province took away school board taxing authority long ago, because the teacher and support staff unions have the money and voting numbers to control low-turnout local elections for their own benefit. Now the unions have to settle for vetting candidates according to their willingness to lobby the B.C. government on behalf of unions. (If anyone has attended a trustee forum that wasn’t taken over by teachers, please e-mail me. I haven’t heard of one for years.) There are still things you can do to compare candidates, and it doesn’t take long to sort through a dozen or two hopefuls. Please, check this paper’s website for recent surveys and stories on the local candidates, and take some time on Saturday to back the people who you think have the best experience, independence and understanding of the community’s needs. Occupy the voting booth. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Mayor thanks residents for 15 years of memories

Christopher Causton

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As I approach the final weeks of my last term in office, I want to express my gratitude to the citizens of Oak Bay for the opportunity of serving as your mayor for the last 15 years. Over that time I believe that Oak Bay has grown and changed for the better … emerging from behind the ‘tweed curtain’ to become a more diverse and vibrant community, welcoming newcomers while providing housing for those who wouldn’t live anywhere else, creating dynamic neighbourhood high streets and upgrading recreation services for individuals and families across the age spectrum. As mayor, I have also had the

Readers respond: Mayors-only debate needed before election Having attended last Tuesday night’s all-candidates meeting at Emmanuel Baptist Church, I am convinced that we need a similar process for the two mayoral candidates. The format on Nov. 8 allowed for three questions directed towards candidates for council for every one question directed towards the mayoral candidates. Not surprisingly, even with a two-hour format, that left little time for voters to hear from Mr. Jensen and Ms. Braithwaite. Moreover, the evening’s agenda seemed to be dominated by residents in the vicinity of Oak Bay Lodge, who are understandably upset with the scale of that development. However, it should be noted that there are many other decisions and issues facing Oak Bay, such as sewage, policing, active transportation, deer, even the redevelopment of Oak Bay High. All of these are issues that have local resonance, but are in large measure affected by decisions outside the municipality, mostly at the regional level. I wanted to hear from the two

“On Nov. 19 … I urge you to vote and to remain involved in the future of your community.” privilege of working on numerous regional and provincial projects in order to ensure, along with my colleagues on council, that Oak Bay has a voice in wider issues that impact us and that we take our responsibilities to our neighbouring communities and the Capital Region seriously. Of course there have been challenges, and change and growth have not always come easily. Building consensus, making sure that the loudest voices were not the

only voices to be heard, facilitating positive changes while responding to concerns about maintaining Oak Bay’s unique character, and always looking for ways to engage more of the community in shared activities and local events … these have been my goals as mayor and I hope they will be my legacy. For 15 years, I have had both the pleasure and privilege of working with excellent councils and outstanding municipal staff and I wish them all the very best.

On Nov. 19 as citizens of Oak Bay you will have an opportunity to elect both a mayor and council to lead the municipality in times in which challenging fiscal realities will impact every decision. I urge you to vote and to remain involved in the future of your community. As you know, I love Oak Bay and my wife Elizabeth and I plan to stay here and continue to be active members of this community that we have called home for more than 25 years. And so to all of you, I say thank you and all the very best. Christopher Causton is the departing mayor of Oak Bay.

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mayoral candidates about their experiences providing leadership regionally and how they would represent Oak Bay at the Capital Regional District’s table. We deserve an opportunity to hear from them on the full range of subjects that are important to residents. C. Hubberstey Oak Bay

Bus driver’s sweet demeanor made impact I hadn’t taken the bus since before I went on maternity leave in February, but I found myself very short on time and regretting my decision to walk downtown for lunch the other day. I live in Oak Bay. As it was dawning on me that I had grossly overestimated my speed and underestimated the time it would take to reach my destination, I saw a bus approaching and I sprinted, stroller bouncing in front of me, to the next stop. After I boarded, the bus did not immediately continue on its way. I thought the driver was waiting to collect my fare. Already embarrassed and flustered, I felt many times worse when I realized that although my wallet was full of credit cards (plus, oddly, 220

Mexican pesos that I have been carrying for more a year and a half), I didn’t have the fare. I had lots of plastic, but only a handful of pennies in cash. The driver said, “Don’t worry. I’m just waiting for you to clear the aisle. I can’t continue until the aisle is clear.” I hadn’t taken the bus with a stroller before. I quickly got out of the way and sat in red-faced shame the rest of the ride in. But in my head, I was composing this letter. Thanks, bus driver guy. You made my day. Anne Maloney Oak Bay

Who are the people behind campaign signs? As with and any election, we get bombarded by signs, adverts, brochures, and door-to-door canvassing; it is all part of our cherished democratic process to elect individuals to office. But who’s the person behind the name? I would expect that most voters really don’t know the municipal candidates from a hole in the ground. All we have to go on are sound bites in a newspaper advert or pamphlet. Are they clones? It may appear

so, as they all fill us with the same rhetoric about open government, fiscal responsibility, community safety, etc. “No one has a platform” was my son’s response, who at 19 is ready to vote. So, who are they? I have met a candidate’s wife repeatedly on the street, but not him; does he exist? One candidate is from the neighbourhood, while a few others I have been involved with from Oak Bay youth sports and school committees. Here’s the quandary: considering that the adverts and/ or pamphlets don’t quite match

how a candidate performed on a committee, how close to reality are the adverts for those candidates I don’t know at all? As for the school trustees, I’m at a total loss. Since candidates’ true colours are questionable; what’s in a name becomes very significant. Frightening, but it may just come down to whether a candidate’s name is closer to the top of the ballot, has the most boulevard signs, or simply a nice-sounding name. Hally Hofmeyr Oak Bay

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100 books to read before kindergarten The Greater Victoria Public Library has released a new booklist for parents to help promote literacy at an early age. The list, dubbed “100 picture books to read before kindergarten,” was selected by the library’s children and family literacy librarians. Childhood literacy experts say children should ideally hear at least 1,000 stories before they learn to read. “I know families will really enjoy reading the books and I hope our list will inspire families to start their own list of their 100 favourites,” said Tracy Kendrick, the library’s coordinator of children’s and teen services. Among the titles on the list are classics like Where the Wild Things Are and Goodnight Moon, as well as newer fare such as Grumpy Bird and Click Clack Moo: Cows That Type. The full list, linked to the library’s collection, can be viewed at www. gvpl.ca/interests/parents-educators/gvpl-s100-picture-books. editor@oakbaynews.com

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Owner of longest running jazz club in Canada, Hermann Nieweler on the hunt for the right replacement

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n a Thursday night at Hermann’s Jazz Club, the house band takes a break and owner Hermann Nieweler makes the rounds. A woman from Colorado in the audience greets him enthusiastically. “Thank you!” she gushes, explaining she found the off-thetourist-track venue through a tip from a friend. Her husband takes in the exchange from a few paces back. “We came here to figure out, ‘Who is this guy’?” he says, to others gathered around. It’s a good question. Nieweler, 76, boasts he runs the longest-running jazz club in Canada operated by only one person throughout its history. The club celebrated its 30th anniversary this year. In 1986, Nieweler moved the club to its current location on View Street – the same year he moved to North Vancouver. Ever since, he’s been commuting every week or two. He flies on Harbour Air, checks into Paul’s Motor Inn, and stays long enough to catch up with the books, with any repair work, and with his staff and musicians. It’s a big commitment for some-

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After 30 years as owner and operator of Victoria’s main jazz club, Hermann Nieweler is searching for the right person to take over the business. Over the summer of 2010, Nieweler received a kidney transplant, ending three and a half years of dialysis and a long period of illness prior to that. Nobody, including his manager, knew. Through it all, he continued to book all his own bands. “My life is kind of half and half,” he says. “Half is the serious side, and the other half is the fun side.” The club has been the fun half. “It’s what pulled me through.” In the corner of the room, a ghastly-looking mannequin sits propped up with a black-marker mouth, oversized glasses and a red jersey and cap.

one who doesn’t have jazz coursing through his veins. “It’s the people here, in Victoria,” he explains. “The people kept coming and coming.” The musicians and the fans are like a big family, he says. For years, there’s been speculation about his retirement. Those close to him, however, know he can’t bring himself to sell the place. Keeping the jazz alive – for the fans and the musicians – means too much to him. But change is coming. “The time has come to step back a little bit,” he says, with obvious reluctance.

where people feel comfortable,” he explains. Finding a replacement, however, will be a tall order, admits Vickery. “With his big heart and dedication, and love of the musicians, I think it’s going to be difficult, because that aspect of it is not so businesslike,” Vickery says. Failing is a possibility that worries them both. “We have to keep it happening,” says Vickery. “We’re saying to ourselves, how long can this go on?” Nieweler’s life as a jazz club owner in Victoria started almost by accident 30 years ago. At the time, he was part owner of the Bastion Inn when a man named Barry Stubbs asked him for seven rooms free of charge, to house outof-town musicians. In exchange, the stranger offered him an afternoon performance at the inn. Two hundred people showed up, and Nieweler cleaned up. From then on, he and Stubbs were a marketing duo, and the music became a regular feature at the inn, soon renamed the Dixieland Inn. Deep down, Nieweler admits, “I’m a Dixieland fan.” Jazz, he says, has grown on him. “There’s some good bands, but I’ve never had an opinion. For me, I always was thinking, anybody who goes on the stage there has a lot of guts.” rholmen@vicnews.com

“It’s me on dialysis,” Nieweler jokes, adding it’s a way he can keep an eye on staff when he’s not around. While Nieweler has recovered well, his sickness made him think about securing the future of the club. “It’s his baby,” says Tom Vickery, who’s led the house band almost from day one. “He loves the camaraderie of it,” he says. While he’s brought in some big names from around North America, Nieweler has “made a commitment to the local musicians,” says Vickery. That includes his own trio, as well as the Dixieland Express. Both bands have played the venue for 30 years. For the past 25 years, Hermann’s club has also made space every Thursday afternoon for band students from Esquimalt High school. For the first time this year, four high school band programs will get involved. “Sometimes it’s a money maker, other times not,” Nieweler says. “It breaks even, but we have to look after young people. That’s the most important thing.” Nieweler is now seeking to lease the space, a compromise that will allow him to keep some control. The live music, he says, must continue. The bright orange walls and eclectic decor are also nonnegotiable. “I wanted to have it a little bit like a rumpus room,

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Telus gives out $1.5M to Victoria charities More than 50 community groups benefit from money Ryan Flaherty News staff

Telus Victoria held its annual Celebration of Giving event Nov. 7, recognizing more than 50 organizations and people for their charitable efforts in the community. The telecommunications company announced that, with the help of its team members, it will contribute more than $1.5 million to Victoria community groups this year through a number of outlets, including the Telus Victoria Community Board, sponsorships, corporate donations and the Team Telus Cares Charitable Giving program. In addition, the David Foster Foundation, which is based in Victoria, was presented with a $650,000 cheque to support that organization’s mission of providing support

to the families of children who need organ donations. The company pledged a further $500,000 for next year. “We have such a need, because organ donor awareness has to be brought to the forefront, and they’re the champion of this,” said Mike Ravenhill, CEO of the David Foster Foundation. “On average it costs around $10,000 to sponsor a family. This is huge.” Among the other local groups that will benefit from the support are the Rock Solid Foundation’s WITS program, the Canadian Red Cross Society’s Beyond the Hurt program, and the Canadian Heritage Arts Society’s Canadian College of Performing Arts bursary program. “The Telus team continues their commitment to give where they live and pledged to donate even more this year because they recognize the importance of giving is greater than ever in our community,” said Mel Cooper, chair of the Telus Victoria Community Board. editor@oakbaynews.com

Art auction event supports pregnancy resource centre “Hope through helping hands” is the theme of an art auction aimed at raising money for a local charity. The auction, in support of Options Pregnancy Counselling and Resource Centre, is slated for Nov. 25, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., at Lambrick Park Church. Local artists are donating hope-themed pieces for the auction, which will also feature a café with live music. Admission is free. Options Pregnancy Counselling and Resource Centre provides counselling and support services to individuals dealing with unplanned pregnancy. editor@oakbaynews.com

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Ode to Samuel Beckett throws away script Sam Van Schie News staff

Usually actors use improv for warmup exercises before practising their scripts. But the Paper Street Theatre company does the opposite. To prepare for their latest show, An Improvised Samuel Beckett, five local improvisers read Beckett’s scripts in rehearsals then threw away the lines to create a completely new, improvised play live on stage. “We try to create a play that’s like something Beckett would have written himself,” artistic director Dave Morris explained. “This isn’t a parody of his work, it’s a homage.” Beckett, who died in 1989, is best known for penning Waiting for Godot and Krapp’s Last Tape. He was among the European playwrights who pioneered theatre of the absurd, a genre that defined hopelessness, where characters realize the world has no meaning and they’re stuck in an endless routine. It may sound depressing, but Morris promises the show will at least be funnier than the group’s inaugural offering, An Improvised Tennessee Williams, which they performed last summer based on the writer of Streetcar Named Desire. “If you like dark humour, you’ll get some

laughs from the show,” Morris said. The cast – which includes Morris, Missie Peters, Chris Gabel, Scott Thompson and Byron Kjeldsen – wear overcoats and bowler hats to get into character. They’ve all studied Beckett’s style and where he got his inspiration. On stage, the characters adopt Beckett’s bleak outlook on life. They use physical comedy in place of words, and when they do speak it’s in quick sentences, offering sullen insight into the human condition. It’s not what you expect to see when you go to an improv show. “Usually improv focuses on narrative and storytelling, and making people laugh,” Morris said. “With Beckett, he creates these dark worlds where nothing happens, and there’s not a lot of dialogue.” Morris says he wants to challenge himself and his fellow improvisers with works outside their usual style. “We want to create improv that feels like theatre,” he said. “Our goal is to make the audience forget we’re improvising.” So, why not just work from a script? “Because I’d get bored,” Morris said. “With script work you only really get to be creative in the early stages of rehearsals and then it’s always the same. With improv we’re creating something new every night.

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Sierra Club B.C. presents a book launch for Nowhere Else on Earth: Standing Tall for the Great Bear Rainforest by Caitlyn Vernon (Orca Book Publishers, 2011). The event takes place at Solstice Café, 529 Pandora Avenue on Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.

Film night presents Cultures of Resistance

Victoria Friends of Cuba is screening a film called Cultures of Resistance, which explores how creative action contributes to conflict prevention and resolution. It highlights the work of artists, musicians and dancers throughout the world who are working for peace and justice. It takes place at 7 p.m., Nov. 17, at 2994 Douglas St. in the BCGEU Hall. Admission by donation. For more info: http://www.victoriacubafud.wordpress.com.

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The finale of Island Star Search is fast approaching. The singing competition, which hopes to build on the success of last year’s ReMax Victoria Idol, doubles as a fundraiser for Community Living Victoria. One last preliminary round remains before next month’s semifinals. The third and final preliminary round goes Nov. 20 at Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View St. Two previous prelims were held on Nov. 6 and 8. The top 20 singers from those three rounds will advance to the semi-finals, set for Dec. 11 and 15 at Metro Studio, 1411 Quadra St. The finale will be held on Jan. 23 at the McPherson Playhouse. Tickets for the final preliminary round and the two semifinals cost $11, and can be purchased at Long & McQuade on Hillside Avenue or online at www.islandstarsearch. com. editor@oakbaynews.com

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Bedouin Soundclash plays Victoria Fresh off a world tour in support of their latest album, Juno award-winning trio Bedouin Soundclash is headed for Victoria. The group plays Club 9One9 (919 Douglas St.) at 7 p.m. Dec. 2. Tickets are $24, available at www.bedouinsoundclash.com.

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Girl Guides serve tea at craft fair It’s tea time at St. Mary’s Church Hall, 1701 Elgin St. in Oak Bay. The Chatham District Girl Guides are hosting their annual fall tea, craft and bake sale on Saturday (Nov. 19) from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Proceeds from sales help the Girl Guides support the care and maintenance of Bowker Hall – the space the Guides use for their activities. editor@oakbaynews.com

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Council to set aside millions for waterfront protection Continued from Page A1

“It takes time to talk to the government, fisheries – it’s going to cost around $900,000 in today’s dollars – that’s the cost today – so it will be $1.3, $1.4 million and it’s only one 200-metre area. That gives you some idea of the concern.” The report states that erosion will be at a point that it will have to be dealt with between 12 and 38 years from now. “Erosion is ongoing,” said Dave Marshall, director of engineering services for Oak Bay. “Figuring out just when we are going to have to deal with it is not an exact science … the soonest is a dozen years out, but we will have to start work on designs and permits in about five years.” Natural erosion took a toll on private property in the Uplands last year, causing part of it to drop

away into the sea, said Causton. It’s a liability the municipality has to be prepared for. Oak Bay has $220,000 set aside to deal with erosion now, but is preparing for the big financial hit it will take protecting the McNeill Bay foreshore. “We instructed staff to continue to save money – maybe at a faster rate and put it in the budget,” said Causton. East of McNeill Bay at Kitty Islet there is erosion in conjunction with an old sewage outfall pipe. “We had engineering take a look at it – just a scan, not a study,” he said. The municipality is now starting work on a plan to monitor erosion in the area. “One recommendation is to divert a storm drain which will cost about $75,000, which will probably be done next year,” said Causton. editor@oakbaynews.com

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The names of previous track and field winners are printed too small in the souvenir event program for Stan Gill to read without taking off his glasses. As he scans the categories, his finger picks up the names of Mount Douglas secondary athletes and his memory fills in the rest. From his arrival in 1963 until his retirement in 1997, Gill cultured a track and field renaissance with Mount Doug. The school laid claim to dozens of individual and team provincial championships. On Saturday (Nov. 19), Gill and four other coaches, Earl Hockin (basketball), Dave Barker (soccer) Al Cochrane (football) and Mark Townsend (football) will be recognized at Mount Doug’s sports social and coach honouring, with a no-host bar, part of the school’s 80th anniversary celebrations this month. It takes place in the school’s gymnasium, where Gill’s influence is omnipresent on Mount Doug’s Wall of Champions. As “the only phys ed teacher” at Mount Doug in 1963, which was at the site now known as Cedar Hill middle school, Gill willingly took on the role. He was, however, a little unsuspecting of just what the school would soon accomplish: provincial team championships in 1969, ’70, ’75 and ’76, with second place finishes in 1968, and from 1971 to ’74. “I guess there was some luck. We had some great athletes,” Gill says. “And I usually had helpers (coaching), especially with high jump, long

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Stan Gill, centre, holds Mount Douglas secondary’s city track and field trophy in 1973, with John Satchwell, far left, Debbie Reid, Ronnie Hind and Earnie Carson. Gill credited Hind as possibly the top all around athlete to come out of Mt. Doug as both a track star and elite basketball player with the UVic Vikes. understood the art of straight girls team championships. coaching, says UVic Vikes He is now full time with UVic. “The way it is at Oak Bay is what track and field coach Brent Fougner, who was Mount Doug was like in 1969,” Gill B.C.’s top triple-jumper says. “We had specialists and drew when he graduated from athletes from other sports.” Sharon Tiffin/News staff Saturday’s social is a licensed Stan Gill holds the above photo at Mount Doug in 1975. One of Fougner’s first event, a perfect place to ‘warm up’ Centennial Stadium last week. Gill and four other Mt. Doug coaches are being coaching jobs was to before heading across the street celebrated during Saturday’s sports come back and assist Gill to UVic for Mount Doug Idol with David Foster and Nelly Furtado social at Mt. Doug as part of the school’s in the late 1970s. “Gill got the best out later that evening, said alumni coor80th anniversary celebration. of people. I think back dinator Les Bryan. Like Gill, Earl Hockin and Dave jump and throwing.” on how I coach now and To hear his pupils now, Gill clearly I have to admit, I say ‘How would Barker no longer coach at Mount had a gift and his influence was Stan do this, or, approach this situ- Doug but football program creators Al Cochrane and immediate. In 1966, Stephen Hume ation?’ Mark Townsend was part of a group that “started it “A lot of people will I think back on do. Cochrane and all,” Gill says. say Stan was instruTownsend are the Hume, who is now an author and mental in getting them how I coach now and only currently tenjournalist with the Vancouver Sun to continue compet- I have to admit, I say ured coaches to became the first Islander to crack ing after high school.” Fougner’s part of a ‘How would Stan Gill have been singled the two minute mark in the 880out for the sports vast network of peo- do this?’” yard dash (805 metres). social and coach “Gill was far-sighted and at the ple who were influ– Brent Fougner honouring. The leading edge of training techniques,” enced by Gill. Brent’s Rams made footHume recalls. “He coached me in wife Trish (Wellman) the middle distances but made me was B.C.’s top 1,500m runner in ball history, putting Victoria on the work just as hard at sprints and 1982, and Keith Butler, who coaches map with the junior and senior AA the two-mile as well, which really cross country with Fougner at championships in 2009. Tickets for the the sports social improved my all round fitness. That UVic, was B.C.’s top 1,500m runner and coach honouring are $20 and summer I broke a Canadian junior in 1980. Because of Butler, Oak Bay High are available from mountdougarecord in the 1,500 metre steeplechase the first time I ever ran the has been the province’s biggest lumni.com. The event runs from event, entirely due to Gill’s coach- and strongest team, winning six of from 3 to 6 p.m. in the gymnasium. the past seven combined boys and No one under 19 permitted. ing.” sports@vicnews.com Science wasn’t half of it, as Gill girls team trophies, including nine

Victoria rowers prevail at nationals championships Victoria’s Patricia Obee continued her strong season winning both the under-23 and the women’s open lightweight single at the RBC National Rowing Championships in Welland, Ont., over the weekend. Obee bettered second place Lindsay Jennerich and 2008 Olympic bronze medalist Tracy Cameron in third. Obee and Jennerich recently won silver in the double at the 2011 Worlds. “It’s really motivating for the next year,” said Obee. At 20-years-old, Obee is one of the young-

est team members entering the Olympic training camp. Victoria’s David Calder paired with 2008 Olympic silver medal partner Scott Frandsen of Kelowna to win the men’s pair. In the lightweight men’s pair, Eric Woelfl of St. Catharines, Ont., paired with Derek Vinge of Saanich to edge brothers Ben and Jacob Cushnie. “It’s been fun rowing with Eric (who was a Pan Am team mate),” said Vinge.

“There was a big tailwind, so we’re hoping for a fast time, but it was windier than we thought. We caught a lot of the tops of the waves, but we finished, and then had a little bit of a flip.” The lightweight pair were removed safely from the waterway. Performances at the national rowing championships are a factor in determining the Olympic training camp and to determine future training camps and teams. sports@vicnews.com

A rookie effort propelled the UVic’s Vikes women’s team to silver the men’s team to bronze at the 2011 CIS cross country championships in Quebec City on Nov. 12. Conditions were snowy and cold but couldn’t slow Vikes first-year Ellen Pennock (Calgary) to third in the country on the women’s five-kilometre course. The result earned Pennock CIS honours as rookie of the year and, along with fifth-place Stephanie Trenholm (Campbell River), a spot on the CIS all-Canadian first team. Fifth-year veteran Laura Mitic finished 12th to earn second team allCanadian honours. UVic’s Grace Annear was 35th and Shauna McInnis was 36th as the UVic’s women’s team finished second behind only Guelph. It’s also a Canada West conference championship for the Vikes women, who swept that podium. The same goes for the Vikes men who finished third nationally, and first in Canada West. Second-year Dylan Haight was eighth and captain Cliff Childs ninth on the national ranking, as both are second team all-Canadians. Rookies Ryan Cassidy (15th) and Jackson Bocksnick (27th) came in next for the Vikes, with thirdyear Josh Clouthier in 29th out of 134 runners on the 10-km course. Vikes coaches Keith Butler and Brent Fougner both won coach of the year for their team’s success, Butler with the men and Fougner with the women.

Cougars iced over by Glacier Kings

The Victoria Cougars have a chance to exact revenge on the Comox Valley Glacier Kings after losing 6-3 on Nov. 11. Ryan Chan, Robert Zadra and Brody Coulter scored for the Cougars (15-3-1) in the loss. Comox visit Archie Browning Sports Centre, 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, (Nov. 17). Saanich Braves host Campbell River tonight (Nov. 16), 7:30 p.m. at George Pearkes arena.

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Rory Kennedy of Saint Mary’s, left, tries to stop Andrew Ravenhill of the UVic Vikes during the Vikes’ 3-1 win in the CIS final at Centennial Stadium on Sunday. Sharon Tiffin/News staff

Rookie conquers all as Vikes win nationals Sadly, there is little left for Cam Hundal to win. Instead, the rookie midfielder will have to settle for multiplying the trophies he already has for the rest of his career as a University of Victoria Vikes soccer player. The Surrey import capped his impressive first season with an MVP effort to lead the Vikes in a 3-1 win over the Saint Mary’s Huskies on Sun-

day for the Canadian Interuniversity Sport men’s national soccer championship. The Vikes won all three games as hosts of the CIS nationals, Nov. 10 to 13 at Centennial Stadium. “It feels good to win a championship, but I want to win many championships here, and win it again next year,” Hundal said. Really, what else can he say?

Hundal was named MVP of the CIS nationals, was his team’s MVP in the championship final, and was earlier named Canada West rookie of the year. He also scored in the semifinal and was named player of the game in the Vikes quarterfinal win over the Montreal Carabins. More than 3,000 fans witnessed his heroics in the big game on Sunday, as Hundal took a headed pass from forward Jordie Oberg off his chest and arched it over Huskies goalie Adam Miller for his first goal in the 53rd minute. Then, in the 77th minute, Hundal streaked in and tapped home Craig Gorman’s cross from the goal-line. Wes Barret scored the Vikes first goal in the 43rd minute while Elvir Gigolaj of London, Ont., scored for Saint Mary’s in the 66th minute. It’s UVic’s fifth national title in school history. Ther others came in 1975, 1987, 1996 and 2004. Vikes head coach Bruce Wilson was at the helm for the latter two of those championships. “We had a lot of senior players who came back this year and we picked up some quality rookies as well,” Wilson said. “I’m so happy, I don’t know what to say. I feel so fortunate that we won this game in front of this great crowd with great alumni presence and they were all loud.” Vikes goalkeeper and Oak Bay native Elliot Mitrou only made two saves, but one was crucial as he acrobatically tipped a ball over the crossbar in the 88th minute. Vikes Gavin Barrett, Andrew Ravenhill, Oberg and Hundal all made the CIS tournament all-star team. sports@vicnews.com

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Sports stats Figure skating Results for Racquet Club Skating Club from Vancouver Island Regionals in Port Alberni Performance: Rae Weber (Silver Ribbon), Annalise Branter (Bronze Ribbon), Audrey Darrah (Bronze Ribbon), Maya Kanstrup (Silver Ribbon), Xinyi Wang (Bronze Ribbon), Adrienne Erfle (Gold Ribbon), Jordan Zehr (Silver Ribbon), Kelsey Huitika (Gold Ribbon) Pre-Preliminary women: Andi Zehr (Bronze Medal) Preliminary Women: Danae Snell (Bronze Medal), Olivia Erfle (8th place), Karmen Tse (Silver Medal), Daniela Marquez (9th place) Pre-juvenile Women: Tessa Jones (5th place) Juvenile Women: Nicole Yung (Bronze Medal), Kirsten Reder (5th place) Novice Women: Jill Noel (5th place) Pre-novice Men: Matthew den-Boer (Gold Medal) Senior Bronze Women: Mica Hagen-Grant (13th place) Silver Interpretive: Laura Sawchuk (Bronze Medal) Gold Interpretive: Ashley Sawchuk (Gold Medal) Novice Dance: Elise von-Holwede & Eric Streichsbier (Gold Medal) Juvenile Pair: Tessa Jones & Matthew den Boer (Gold Medal)

Soccer Canadian Interuniversity Sport national men’s soccer championships at UVic, Nov. 10-13 Thursday, Nov. 10 Quarterfinals Saint Mary’s 2 McGill 1 Alberta 2 Toronto 1 Cape Breton 2 McMaster 1 (ET) Victoria 3 Montreal 2 (4-2 PK) Vikes goals: Gavin Barrett 41st min. Extra Time (not golden goal) Gavin Barrett 114th min. Vikes Penalty Kicks: Craig Taylor, goal; Peter Richmond, goal; Gavin Barrett, goal; Miguel Romeo, post; Wesley Barrett, goal. Vikes goalkeeper Elliot Mitrou two saves on four penalty kicks. Friday, Nov. 11 Consolation McGill 1 Toronto 0 McMaster 2 Montreal 1 (5-4 PK) Semifinal Saint Mary’s 2 Alberta 0 (ET) Victoria 3 Cape Breton 2 Vikes goals: Peter Richmond 4th min.; Cam Hundal, unassisted, 21st min.; Craig Gorman from Cam Hundal, 78th min. Saturday, Nov. 12 Fifth-place McGill 3 McMaster 1 Sunday, Nov. 13 Bronze medal Cape Breton 1 Alberta 0 Championship final UVic 3 Saint Mary’s 1 Vikes goals: Wesley Barrett, 43rd min.; Cam Hundal, 53rd min.; Hundal, 77th min.

Cross country UVic Vikes Canada West rankings from CIS cross country national championships in Quebec City, Nov. 12 Vikes Canada West Men’s Individual Results 1. Dylan Haight (Canada West 1st team allstar and Canada West MVP) 2. Cliff Childs (CW 1st team all-star) 3. Ryan Cassidy (CW 1st team all-star & Rookie of the Year) 6. Jackson Bocksnick (CW 1st team all-star) 7. Josh Clouthier (CW 1st team all-star) 12. Doug Oxland (CW 2nd team all-star) Vikes Canada West Women’s Individual Results 1. Ellen Pennock (CW first team all-star, CW rookie of the year and CW MVP) 2. Stephanie Trenholm (CW 1st team all-star) 3. Laura Mitic (CW 1st team all-star) 9. Grace Annear (CW 2nd team all-star) 10. Shauna McInnis (CW 2nd team all-star)

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES SAXE POINT- 1 bdrm & den in 3-plex, W/D. N/S pet ok, near park & bus. $850. Equitex, (250)386-6071.

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ROOMS FOR RENT TILLICUM HOUSING, $500, $550. Furn, all incl, quiet & clean. Call 778-977-8288.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION ROCKLAND AREA Apt, large 1 bdrm, incls heat & hot water, $780/mo. Avail immed. Call 250-370-2226 for viewing.

COLWOOD: UTILS incl. Furn, on bus route, walking distance to beach & Royal Roads. NS, pets neg. $550. 250-889-4499.

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PLUMBING EXPERIENCED JOURNEYMAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fair rates. Insured. Reliable, friendly. Great references. Call Mike at KNA (250)880-0104. FELIX PLUMBING. Over 35 years experience. Reasonable rates. Call 250-514-2376. FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544. KERRY’S GAS & PLUMBING SERVICESRepair, maintenance & install. 250-360-7663. RAINTEK SPECIAL! Keep your basement dry with RainTek! Camera inspection & roto-rooting of your perimeter drain tiles for $129. www.raintek.ca 250-896-3478.

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL MALTA GARDEN & Rubbish Removal. Best Rates. BBB member. (250)388-0278.

STUCCO/SIDING PATCHES, ADDITIONS, restucco, renos, chimney, waterproofing. Bob, 250-642-5178.

TILING A1. SHAWN The Tile GuyRes/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos. 250-686-6046

TREE SERVICES LOCAL TREE CO. 30 yrs exp. Bucket truck, chipper. We buy logs. Insured. (250)883-2911.

UPHOLSTERY FIBRENEW EXPERTS in Redye furniture, leather, Vinyl, plastic repair, auto, burns, cuts, pet damage. (250)8917446. Visa, MC, Debit. www.werepairleather.com

WINDOW CLEANING DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping Roofs, Pressure Washing, Roof Demossing. Call 250361-6190. GLEAMING WINDOWS Gutters+De-moss, Pwr Wash. 18 yrs. Brian, 514-7079. WCB.

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We’re very close to a historic moment. Thousands of Licensed Practical Nurses in BC have signed up with BCNU. With a few more signatures, we’ll unite the nursing profession. Then healthcare will improve and practice conditions will advance. LPNs, please act now. Get your BCNU membership application online at BCNULPN.org Sign it and mail it back by November 23. Casual, full-time and part-time LPNs are all invited.

BAY NEWS

Trail minted Humpback Connector Walkers, hikers and cyclists can now take the Humpback Connector between Victoria and the West Shore. The full name for the newly minted trail is the E&N Rail TrailHumpback Connector. The name was chosen through a contest run by Capital Regional District Parks and CFAX radio. More than 200 entries were submitted, but Victoria resident Nancy Chiu submitted the winning entry. The CRD is one of several regional districts on the Island in which trails will be built within the E&N railway corridor running from Victoria to Courtenay. The jury recommended that as the trail system expands, communities be encouraged to select names for their own sections. editor@oakbaynews.com

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