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“This kind of scale is needed to absorb that kind of capital cost. That is not achievable in the existing form of the existing building. It is not a viable business plan.” The project proposes raising the number of beds from the current 280 to 320. Cotter, armed with a digital 3-D computer presentation, offered details of the overall design to councillors and a packed gallery at Oak Bay municipal hall. Most residents who got up to speak, however, were concerned more with the effect on their quality of life than the quality of the design. Another bone of contention for many was that councillors had a limited time to decide on the variance requests.
In the evenings, Melissa O’Shea and her husband Keith sometimes play rock-paper-scissors to see who gets to make a stack of sandwiches for the family to bring to school and work the next day. For a growing family – the O’Sheas have three children, having adopted a niece two years ago – the price of groceries is a growing concern. The couple spends more than $1,000 a month on food. The cost of living in general is starting to worry more Greater Victoria residents. For for the past four years, homelessness pressed most heavily on our hearts and minds. This year, the cost of living took the No. 1 spot. That finding comes out of the Victoria Foundation’s 2011 Vital Signs report, released yesterday. “We’re in this new age of volatility,” said Sandra Richardson, CEO of the foundation. Vital Signs provides a snapshot of how we’re doing as a region, based on local, provincial and national statistics in a variety of categories. It’s also based on the Victoria Foundation’s own survey.
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Residents are standing up against the proposed new Oak Bay Lodge. Hoping to keep the sun shining on their homes – and their neighbourhoods from increased traffic – a group of people who live around the existing seniors’ care facility expressed concerns Monday to Oak Bay councillors over plans to replace the aging Lodge. Baptist Housing, the proposed operator of the facility, is asking for two variances to existing zoning restrictions on the property. The main one that upset residents would see the new building more than double the height of the existing one. “This was a bylaw which was put there for a reason. I don’t think we can lightly change it,” said Hampshire Road resident James Chestnut, who said such changes would affect the value of his home. “I think the onus is on the applicant to make sure it is not a hardship on the residents.” Representatives of Baptist Housing – it operates Shannon Oaks independent living and Marrion Village assisted-living residences and would operate the new facility – the Vancouver Island Health Authority and Cotter Architects outlined the proposal at this week’s committee-of-the-whole meeting.
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Hampshire Road residents John Rankin, left, and John Frenette stand in a neighbour’s backyard, with Oak Bay Lodge behind them. Rankin holds drawings of the proposed Garry Oaks Village, which would be more than double the height of the current Lodge. The plan calls for a building height of 24.45 metres, well above the 10.77 m limit under current zoning – although the existing building stands 11.74 m. “We do acknowledge there will be significant impact,” architect Patrick Cotter said of the proposed complex, “in select buildings, in particular.” The other variance requested would reduce the number of parking spaces from the required 320 to 107, about one for every three beds. The current Oak Bay Lodge lot contains 68 parking spots, or less than one for every four beds. In defending the plan, Cotter said refurbishing the current building up to provincial standards would cost as much as a new facility. The proposed $140-million project could last 60 years, he added, but wouldn’t make economic sense without the changes.
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ON THE RUN: GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon
Delivery people lauded for efforts Carrier Appreciation Week happens Oct. 10 to 14 Arnold Lim News staff
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Runners head off at the start of the 2010 GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon. Last year’s race had a record number of participants, more than 14,000.
Marathon numbers dwindle Registration down from last year’s record participation Erin Cardone News staff
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“Yes we are down and that is the trend with marathons this year across North America,” said Louise Hodgson-Jones, media liaison with the marathon. “People aren’t travelling as much, choosing races closer to home. Many also choose us to qualify for Boston, but the new Boston Marathon qualifying procedure means that if they qualify at our race, they can’t register for another year … so they may be choosing spring marathons to hopefully get in the following year.” Lower numbers could also mean fewer dollars will be injected into the local economy. Last year’s marathon weekend pumped $7.1 million into the Greater Victoria economy, according to an economic impact analysis numbers conducted by the Economic Planning Group and commissioned by the Victoria Marathon Society. The 2010 event drew the most ever. Competitors spent $1.9 million in the region between Oct. 9 and 11, plus spectators spent another $743,000 over the weekend. Indirect spending added $3.3 million to the local economy, the analysis showed.
A large number of participants, especially runners in the top 50, are from outside Greater Victoria. ecardone@vicnews.com
Route redirects traffic ■ In Oak Bay, Beach Drive, from Oliver Street to Exeter Road near the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, will be closed to traffic Sunday from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oak Bay Avenue, from MItchell Street to Monterey Avenue is closed for the same time period. ■ Participants can park downtown prior to 7 a.m. and walk to the start area. ■ Menzies, Michigan, Government and Wharf streets will be closed from 7:25 to 8:05 a.m., and again from 8:40 to 9:20 a.m. ■ Johnson Street will be closed from Wharf to Cook streets from 7:35 to 8:15 a.m. and 8:50 to 9:30 a.m. ■ Vehicle traffic will have access north of Humboldt Street and west of Cook Street following the last runner at approximately 9:30 a.m., to be able to access Douglas and Blanshard streets to travel north. ■ No traffic will be permitted on Dallas Road from 7:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Rain or shine, postal workers aren’t the only ones delivering. The more than 1,000 carriers who bike, walk, run and drive to deliver over 100,000 newspapers twice a week for Black Press papers in Victoria, Oak Bay, Saanich, the West Shore (Goldstream), the Saanich Peninsula and Sooke, are being recognized Oct. 10 to 14 during International Carrier Appreciation Week. “It’s an opportunity for newspapers to pause and say thank you to the carriers for their hard work. They are the unsung heroes delivering under all conditions,” said Black Press director of circulation Bruce Hogarth. “We owe a debt of gratitude to our carriers, drivers and bindery crew. As a team we are very fortunate to have the group that we have.” Michael Daudlin is one of those carriers and has been with Black Press since Grade 2. The Victoria resident is in his final year at Oak Bay High, having delivered the Victoria News for a decade. “It is a great job, because you get to meet people, you get exercise and it ingrains you in the community,” he said. “You really become part of the neighbourhood.” The 2012 grad is saving up for a trip to Ottawa, where he’ll participate in the Forum for Young Canadians. It’s a week of immersion in political and governmental processes – a treat for Daudlin, who hopes to earn a degree in political science. As part of the forum program, he is expected to raise the money to get there from local businesses and other organizations. In the meantime, despite a busy schedule, he is still delivering the News to the people on his route – one of about 1,400 Black Press routes in the region. “I would encourage other kids to do it, it’s a great thing to do,” he said. “And I am not done yet.” editor@oakbaynews.com
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Cavaghan’s will stipulated that the money be put toward capital projects for the SPCA in Greater Victoria. As a young woman, she and her mother were involved with the Winnipeg humane society and Cavaghan remained passionate about animals. She inherited her wealth after moving to British Columbia, from a neighbour she befriended decades ago. The man, who had suffered a stroke, would walk past her home to go grocery shopping and the two became
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Baptist Housing asked that a decision be made by Oct. 24 so it could secure financing and a favourable interest rate for the project. Given that the project is being overseen by the health authority, it still needs provincial government approval to move forward. “I think they tried to work (in) what they need to make this work – the scale – into that neighbourhood, but it is a tight fit and it is high. No question it will have an impact,” Mayor Christopher Causton said after the meeting. “(However), if we turn this down, what are the alternatives? If they don’t get the height variance what happens? Do we miss the window of opportunity to get the funding? These are serious questions for a community.” Causton was sensitive to the tight timeline and the pressure it was putting on all parties. “I knew they were under a deadline, (but) I didn’t know it was as tight as that. That is a lot of pressure … I want to see if there was any room for movement.” The mayor and councillors deferred their decision, after securing a promise from Baptist Housing that it would consult further with residents and look at potential ways of easing the impact of the project. Council will discuss the matter further at next Tuesday’s (Oct. 11) council meeting. Some residents, including Hampshire Road resident John Rankin, are hoping for more time. “This is an active neighbourhood… We don’t know (yet) what impact it will have. Once you grant this variance we lose all negotiating power,” Rankin said. “When we bought the property we never expected (to see that type of development) based on the Official Community Plan. (For) $140 million and three years (of planning and construction) what is two months?” To see an artist’s rendition of Garry Oaks Village, view this story at www.oakbaynews.com. editor@oakbaynews.com
Vital Signs: top concern no longer homelessness Continued from Page A1
Of its 1,600 survey respondents, predominantly women, 42 per cent ranked cost of living as the most important issue facing Greater Victoria today. Homelessness placed second at 36 per cent. In 2010, the ranking was roughly reversed, with homelessness chosen by 47 per cent of respondents. The stats reveal a growing proportion of people are struggling. As of 2009, there were 28,280 low-income families in Greater Victoria, a number which has been rising since 2007. Based on these
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Education key to B.C.’s future Premier Christy Clark’s first throne speech promised money for B.C.’s education system, but the province must do a whole lot more to ensure the next generation of British Columbians won’t be at a disadvantage on the world stage. Times are changing at breakneck speed and new skills and forms of literacy are quickly superseding traditions that have been ingrained in our classrooms for decades. The real trouble is many of these changes – the role of technology and need for independent learning, for example – do not seem to be any part of the laborious labour discussions ongoing between teachers and the province. If we’re not careful, we will lose an opportunity to take advantage of our current strengths as a stable, progressive corner of the planet. There is no easy answer. Taxpayers can’t afford to hand a brand new iPad to every student enrolled in the school system. But teachers know classrooms of 2011 are not the same as they were 10 years ago, never mind when the current template was established. It’s time for the province to do more than merely patch holes in the system. We need to look at what the best educators in the province and around the world are doing and find a way to improve the experience for all students. Doing so can only help the long-term fortunes of everyone in B.C. and ensure we maintain our position as a leader on the world stage.
Give thanks for what we have
It was either a Hindu proverb or a Sheryl Crow song that said wealth is not measured as much by having what you want as it is by wanting what you have. Such words are worth contemplating this weekend. As a community, we should be thankful there are hundreds of volunteers like Gordy Dodd and those who will serve dinner at Our Place and the Rainbow Kitchen to ensure everyone enjoys a Thanksgiving meal. 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.
We’re still waiting for Family Day Next year that gap will shrink to 96 It’ll still be dark out when alarm days – but 96 days is an excruciatclocks start waking silent neighingly long time between three-day bourhoods on Feb. 20, 2012, signalweekends when you consider that ling to British Columbians that the the next longest gap between stats start of their workday is mere minis the 44 days between Rememutes away. brance Day and Christmas. We, in B.C., will be the lone early The discussion around Family risers west of Quebec that morning. Day died down once the Most Canadian provbusiness community inces, it seems, have spoke against the plan, deemed the third Monsaying it’s too costly a day in February the perventure for business ownfect day to sleep in, the ers who’d wind up eating perfect day to enjoy the the cost of either lost proseldom-watched 10 a.m. duction or having to pay airing of The Price is Right, staff time-and-a-half. and the perfect day to The B.C. Chamber of spend with family. Commerce estimates Even our premier each stat costs the provfavours the notion of Kyle Slavin ince $270 million in lost implementing a statutory The Gen Y Lens productivity – but who holiday in the middle of can put a cost on time February. Platforming on her notion of Fam- spent with family? Well, business owners can, and ilies First, Christy Clark proposed we will likely hear them balk at Family Day last January while seekhaving another financial curve ball ing leadership of the provincial Libthrown their way. But can’t they erals. sympathize with my want for a day “One of the keys to strong famioff, and my want for the premier to lies is having quality time together,” truly put families first? she said at the time. “I want to talk Fortunately, as part of this week’s with families and see what they throne speech, the talk of Family think and if all agree the concept of a holiday in the middle of the winter Day returned and Christy promised us a day off, beginning in 2013. makes sense, we can work together As much as I appreciate the prosto find a way to make it happen.” pect of the holiday, 16 months of I can’t imagine there’s anything anticipation is way too long to wait. more B.C. families would overPutting families first shouldn’t whelmingly support than the conmean putting families first in a coucept of a day off in February. ple years. This year, we went 111 days Immediacy does matter. between New Year’s and Good FriThis government was criticized day without a statutory holiday.
for moving at a snail’s pace to scrap the HST (apparently it takes 18 months to get rid of a tax that took just 12 to bring in), and a 16-month rollout of Family Day gives the appearance of more slow-moving bureaucracy. And with an election planned for spring 2013, one can only assume a campaigning Christy can point to the newly reinstalled PST-GST (April 2013) and the new Family Day (February 2013) to garner support from the voting public. In an attempt to balance politicking with putting families at the top of her agenda, it seems that balance is weighted heavily toward the political side of things. Madam Premier, please expeditiously implement Family Day in B.C. in 2012. Don’t wait another 16 months before you and I and most everyone else in the province can recharge their metaphorical batteries during an extended period of winter doldrums. Politicians in our province need to look for ways to earn brownie points from the voting public and what better way to do that than giving us a day off a year earlier than expected and letting us bake said brownies? Feb. 20 is but a few months away. Get working on giving B.C. families their first Family Day, which will be unmistakable proof you’re still putting families first. Kyle Slavin is a reporter with the Saanich News. kslavin@saanichnews.com
‘This year, we went 111 days ... without a statutory holiday.’
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Public education threatened by labour dispute
Peg Orcherton Guest Comment
When the normal collective bargaining process is allowed and a free negotiating process between the parties occurs, the end result is a workplace arrangement that benefits the employer, the workers and the public. Normal is certainly not a word that comes to mind when considering the current labour climate in our public education system. How did we get to this circumstance? And what is really going on here? The B.C. Public School Employers Association is a tool of the provincial government, and the education minister and government say there will be no funding increases for those
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in public education. Secondly, by way of this “zero” mandate, teachers are frustrated from negotiating on behalf of their members and are taking their fight against “zero” to BCPSEA and to local school boards. As BCPSEA, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, school boards and local teachers’ associations continue in this recipe for failure, where is the architect of this debacle, the education minister? Moreover where has the minister been, as the Greater Victoria board of education trustees along with other B.C. school boards presented numerous needs budgets that clearly showed that changes in funding formulas and increases
in funding – per se – for public education was urgently required. The minister and the government have ignored responsibility here by using BCPSEA as a shill for their avoidance of responsibility in properly funding our public education system and by now attempting to pit the public against educators. So here we are, teachers have withdrawn non-essential services, BCPSEA is considering strategies to pass along to school boards on how best to visit grief upon teachers by not paying benefits, reducing pay, or locking out teachers. I am one trustee who will not be part of these divisive actions.
standing ovations, urban deer, smart meters, mental health, politics
Training for standing ovations begins early
Audiences’ judgments might hold little weight
Poor health predicted as smart meters installed
Re: Standing O a little too standard (Comment, Sept. 30) I share your view of standing ovations for unexceptional performances and fully understand that artists feel the same way. In a strange way it diminishes the performance. Unfortunately standing Os are commonplace at school concerts and shows, so we teach the habit at an early age. Simple applause would be ample and appropriate reward for effort and participation even for our nearest and dearest. It is highly unlikely that young performers can make the spine tingle or cause the neck hairs to bristle. We toss the word excellence about so freely these days that it has become mundane, even common. Surely excellence should be better than very good and virtually unobtainable. On the very rare occasions when it occurs, it is right that we all stand and clap and cheer. Like you, I have attended concerts, plays and shows overseas –- mainly in London’s West End and around the U.K. Even though the performers, whether ballet, music or theatre, were acknowledged to be among, if not the best in the world, I rarely experienced a standing ovation. Long and sustained applause, yes; standing O, no. Ovations should be for the truly exceptional, not the mundane. I hope your article goes some way towards curbing this silly and annoying habit. Robert Atkins Central Saanich
Re: Standing O a little too standard (Comment, Sept. 30) Celebrity chef Antony Bourdain observed that when diners send their compliments to the chef, his reaction and the typical reaction of the chefs he knows is (politely rendered) “And who the heck are you to judge my work?” I suspect the candid reaction of actors to the presence or absence of a standing ovation from Victoria’s theatre patrons is much the same. Robert Smith Victoria
It’s interesting that Premier Christy Clark and her colleagues have chosen to ignore the majority of B.C. municipalities who voted for a moratorium on the installation of smart meters. Perhaps they will pay more attention in the future when health-care costs begin to skyrocket. Wireless smart meters emit electro-magnetic radiation and regardless what B.C. Hydro and the B.C. government say, people are going to be negatively affected by this radiation. And we won’t have to wait long for this to occur. B.C. doctors will begin to see a rise in patients exhibiting headaches, nausea, Parkinson’s, cancer, dementia, arthritis, heart disease, vision problems, miscarriages, DNA damage, anxiety … the list goes on. Perhaps Premier Clark isn’t concerned about rising healthcare costs. Nice to know there is so much money in B.C.’s coffers that she need not be concerned. Lia Fraser Victoria
Ovations, like tips, have become expected Re: Standing O a little too standard (Comment, Sept. 30) The same might be said of restaurant tipping. Rick Weatherill Saanich
The focus for us all needs to be on the provincial government and a message needs to be sent that this wrongheaded mandate is threatening to undermine the integrity and viability of our B.C. public education system. We have a great public education system in B.C. It needs to be properly funded; public education needs to be universally accessible for each child. Public educators need our support, not manipulation. Peg Orcherton trustee, Greater Victoria board of education Peg Orcherton is seeking re-election in the Nov. 19 school board elections.
Urban deer should be accepted, not hated My family and I have lived in Oak Bay for 21 years and we personally feel blessed to live in an area that still has some connection with nature. A family of deer frequents our street, but we have learned to accept them, despite the fact that we are avid gardeners. This year we had to heighten our backyard fence to keep them out. They still come to the front yard and enjoy my flowers, but that is part of life. The birds take their share of greens in the spring, but things always grow. Rarely do the deer eat everything; rather they seem to graze and never have I witnessed any aggressive behaviour from them. It seems our behaviour is more aggressive. We are always trying to control our environment, rather than live in harmony with it. First we culled rabbits and now we are talking about culling deer. There simply has to be a better approach. Perhaps we need to change our perspective on these animals; try to see them as a part of the natural order of life rather than as pests. Enjoy the beauty around us because once gone, it may be gone for good. Marilyn Lapointe Oak Bay
Marathon doubles as march against stigma On Sunday, our Champions 4 Hope team from the Victoria branch of the B.C. Schizophrenia Society will be walking and running in the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon to help raise funds for our programs. Our local office is doing pioneering work in the area of mental health. I was proud to be part of the Your Recovery Journey Workshops, a national pilot project and an Island first, that taught a radical message of hope and endless possibilities for those with mental illnesses. Our peer support services at the society tap into the infinite potential of experience to heal and transform. But I will also be on a private
mission. With every step, I will try to stomp out that stigma that imprisons us, letting the world know that we are here, we have value and that we deserve the same chance for health and happiness as anyone else. Doreen Marion Gee Victoria
Education the answer to many crises The Somalian disaster has many causes, but one thing for certain is that it is not unique; there are many marginal states that struggle along in abject poverty, requiring only a nudge to fall off the edge. Aside from the tragic humanitarian aspect, such places are ripe for religious radicalization and so present an ever-present threat to the rest of the world. And yet we know that the single most powerful way to raise people of out the economic and political abyss is through education, especially of girls. No other source of aid is more powerful or provides such meaningful long-term returns. Fortunately, an inexpensive solution presents itself. The Education for All – Fast Track Initiative was developed as a global partnership to help ensure education for all school-age children around the world. This program has been an enormous success. Canada has been a laggard in providing resources to the FTI, below our proportion of five per cent of the fund. Hundreds of thousands of children are denied the most basic education because of this shortfall. In November an international conference will be held to replenish the fund. The FTI supports 45 countries with an additional 16 expected to apply by year’s end. It is imperative that the government takes this opportunity to increase
funding to the FTI to our proper proportion. It’s far cheaper than icebreaker ships or airport scanners, and more effective. We no longer have the luxury of thinking the problems are “over there”; the suffering is too real, too present, and the threat it presents too imminent. Our government is obsessed with security. But we can only have security in a secure world; guarded borders and high fences will never be enough. Nathaniel Poole Victoria
We’re teaching banks some dirty lessons Once upon a time, conservatives insisted on prudent government, one that always maintained a surplus. Debt was anathema to them. Fast forward to today’s more ideologically oriented conservatives and we find that national debt suits them just fine. Anathema to them are social programs that they see as empowering governments to take their hard-earned money and give it to poorly motivated losers. This attitude has been reinforced by the 2008 collapse of the financial market. They must have been surprised to find that we taxpayers would come to their rescue by backing them with large bailouts that put them back on their feet, even though that put us deeply in debt – the very kind of situation that would demand cuts to social services and thus squeeze people into jobs that pay ever lower wages. Now that banks have become aware that we taxpayers will cover them even when they make really, really stupid mistakes, they see the virtue of keeping governments in the red. Wow, can it get any better than this? So don’t expect national debt to go away any time soon, my friends. Andy Mulcahy Victoria
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Zombie Apocalypse tour coming to town Vancouver-based rock punk band Kill Matilda brings their show to V Lounge, 3366 Douglas St., Oct. 13. Tix: $10 at the door, opening act is Bleak Machine.
Ballet Victoria dance mixes classic Bach, ’70s rock Roszan Holmen News staff
As the psychedelic refrains of Pink Floyd die off, a couple twirl centre stage, the woman’s body suspended and blowing to the sound of wind. A moment of silence, and cue the finale. Thumping beats fill the rehearsal space with new energy while ballet dancers do their hair and makeup to the rhythm. It’s the Saturday night ritual. “The mysterious things women do to draw the men in,” explains artistic director Paul Destrooper, skirting across the room to add the footnotes. “They’re getting ready to rock.” The playful number is set to the first movement from Karl Jenkins’ Palladio, the string compsition made famous by the De Beers diamond commercial, but mashed up with dance club beats by musical group Bond. The tune is a fusion of pop culture and classical music – a good description for Ballet Victoria’s latest show.
Ballet Rocks: from Bach to Pink Floyd, devotes one half of the performance to each artist. “People think ballet is going to be Nutcracker or Swan Lake, (but) ballet continues to evolve,” Destrooper says. This performance incorporates both the classical and the contemporary, making it accessible to fans of either style and introducing them to the other. Ballet Rocks incorporates the work of six choreographers and is a collaboration with star Canadian cellist Denise Djokic. It showcases humour, drama, politics, themes of relationships and the harmony of groups moving together, explains Destrooper. So why Bach and Pink Floyd? There’s no deep connection. “I love Pink Floyd,” he says simply. “I choose music that I like. The dancers like this music and they never get to dance to it.” As for Bach, he adds, many of the classical composer’s music is timeless. “The music has so much energy, they would be rock stars nowadays, bar none.” Destrooper’s enthusiasm for
piece of music.” Showing no patience for such arguments, he emphatically says “it’s a beautiful piece of music.” At the same time, his contemporary selections also go against the grain. Many ballet companies are performing to soundscapes these days, he says. “Nobody’s doing music anymore.” Back at rehearsal, Destrooper slips between the role of director, giving gentle tips from the sidelines, to dancing a duet. Lying on his back, he lifts company newcomer and acclaimed dancer Photo contributed Sandrine Cassini, who Sandrine Cassini joins Ballet Victoria danced most recently with a company in Switcompany for its latest production. zerland. It’s the latest coup for a growing both styles is obvious and he’s critical of those who define ballet dance company. Since taking over four years ago, too narrowly. When he pitched a dance based on Vivaldi’s Four Sea- Destrooper has rid the company of sons, funders responded by saying debt, taken on nine local dancers, “Everybody does that, it’s an old grown the budget from $100,000 to
$500,000, added a fourth show per season and launched a number of community outreach programs for students and seniors. While most artistic directors don’t double as dancers, Destrooper says, “It’s a small company.” But there’s room for Ballet Victoria to grow. “Eventually, I would like to bring the whole company to tour, not just the province, but nationally and internationally.” rholmen@vicnews.com
Mark your calendar ■ Ballet Victoria’s Ballet Rocks opens tonight (Oct. 7) at the McPherson Playhouse. ■ Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow, and 2 p.m. Sunday. ■ Tickets are available at the Royal and McPherson theatre box offices, by phone at 250-386-6121 or online at www.rmts.bc.ca.
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Sin City, the live improvised soap opera, barks its way into the public consciousness this month, with Season Two: Carnies. Directed by Ian Ferguson, the 24-episode weekly performance is centred in the 1930s midwest Dust Bowl, when travelling sideshows toured small towns, entertaining residents during a bleak time. Possibly featuring such characters as Ava the Snake Lady, the Faceless Man, the Cootch Girls, the Flying Pachenkos and assorted barkers, rousties, stooges and marks, this improv series is sure to produce something new and unusual each week. Regular cast members include local comedians Wes Borg, Morgan Cranny, Kirsten Van Ritzen, Christina Patterson, Chris Gabel, Robert Conway, Karen Brelsford and Alan Penty. Sin City runs Tuesday nights at 8 p.m., starting with a preview Oct. 18 and officially opening Oct. 25 at the Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad St. Tickets are $15 each ($12 for students and seniors) at the door, or $12/$10 in advance from Ticket Rocket at 250-590-6291 or www.ticketrocket. org. Six-show packages and season passes are available for $60 and $180, respectively. Visit www.sincityimprov. Photo contributed com for schedule information and Kirsten Van Ritzen, in character as Ava the Snake Lady, other details. is just one character audience members could see in Sin editor@oakbaynews.com City’s Season Two: Carnies.
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St. Paul’s concert showcases British tunes Songs of the British Isles, a one-hour presentation at St. Paul’s Historic Naval and Garrison Anglican church, happens Oct. 16 starting at 2 p.m. The concert features organist Steven Benson, piper Roger McGuire, soprano vocalist Aubrey Antonsen and Eric Prothero-Brooks on drums. A reception will follow. Tickets, $10, are available in advance by calling 250-4744047 or they can be purchased at the door. All proceeds will support the restoration of the organ at the church, located at 1379 Esquimalt Rd.
Gallery selling off works before move
A Haultain-area art gallery is selling off artists’ works for $40 and up as it prepares to
change locations. The Ministry of Casual Living at 1442 Haultain St. was evicted from its current location and will move by Nov. 30. To help finance the move, the gallery is selling its artwork and tapping into a grant from the Foundation for Arts Sustainability. The gallery shows about 50 exhibits annually, by everyone from novices to seasoned university professors and international artists. The sale happens tonight (Oct. 7) from 7 to 11 p.m. at the gallery.
Ballet production mixes with fundraiser
The Canadian Pacific Ballet presents the agony and ecstasy of one of the most popular love stories, Orpheus and Eurydice, at the McPherson Playhouse.
Accompanying the performance is the company’s annual fundraiser, including a special opening presentation, themed auction and gala reception. Tickets are $32.50 to $77.50. For more information, visit www.canadianpacificballet.org.
Art club artists show their work at Hillside
Studio 30 Art Club is presenting its members’ works in an exhibit in the Hillside Centre’s centre court. The show opens Thanksgiving Day (Oct. 10) and runs through the following Sunday. Visitors are invited to watch and chat with artist demonstrators on Saturday and Sunday (Oct. 15and 16), and find original art and cards for sale. More information about the club is available at www.studio 30.ca. editor@oakbaynews.com
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The Fairmont Empress is celebrating the calendar’s turn to fall, beginning with a Thanksgiving Supper this weekend, Oct. 7 to 10. Priced at $75, the five-course dinner in the Empress Room includes local, slow-roasted turkey. Also this weekend is Thanksgiving Brunch on Sunday, Oct. 9. Enjoy a deluxe cold buffet and a choice of a delicious à la carte hot entrÊes, plus a decadent dessert buffet including chocolate fountain, priced at $39. Later in the month, Afternoon Tea will have a pink twist as the Empress supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Enjoy pink tea treats from Oct. 24 to 30 and $2 will go to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Pink Ribbon Teas are $47.
Spinnakers marks BC Craft Beer Month including entry, souvenir Spinnakers glass, three drink tickets and a five-course dinner with beer pairings. Additional drink tickets are $1 each. Event tickets are available through Spinnakers Brewpub at 250-386-2739.
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more wine &dine Oct. 13 – Women & Heart Disease presentation by Mayo Clinic-trained heart attack survivor Carolyn Thomas, 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Monterey Recreation Centre, 1442 Monterey Avenue off Oak Bay Ave. All welcome; admission free, but seating is limited and pre-registration is required at 250-3707300. Oct. 15 – Victoria Genealogical Society workshop First Steps in Genealogy, 10 a.m. to noon at VGS Resource Centre, 947 Alston St. Learn how to get started on your family history. Members $10; non-members $15. Register: 250-360-2808; FMI: www.victoriags.org Oct. 15 – Wanda Morris, Executive Direc-
Fridays – Church of Our Lord Thrift Shop, 626 Blanshard St. (at Humboldt), 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Household items, clothing, jewellery and more. Parking at rear of church. FMI: 250-383-8915. Fridays – Oak Bay United Church Thrift Shop/Annex, corner Granite & Mitchell, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Furniture, household goods, gently used clothing including boutique, jewellery, art, books, etc. FMI: 250-5985021, ext 0. Oct. 7 – Fantastic Fridays offers family fun at St. Luke’s Hall, 3821 Cedar Hill Cross Rd., featuring Messy Church. Free, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dinner provided. FMI: 250-477-6741 or www.stlukesvictoria.ca
tor of Dying with Dignity Canada, speaks at 2 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 2964 Richmond Rd. Challenges to the current laws on assisted dying will be discussed and other plans a person should have to ensure their wishes are respected. FMI: 250-3867772. Oct. 15 – Conversation Circle, a weekly stimulating discussion group on topics of life’s issues, both serious and fun, in a small group setting, at the James Bay Community Project, 547 Michigan St., 2 to 3:30 p.m. Reservations: 250-388-7844. Send your non-profit events to jblyth@telus.net
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Cost of living top concern says Victoria Foundation’s Vital Signs report “As we celebrate the Victoria Foundation’s 75th anniversary, initiatives like Vital Signs demonstrate the ways we continue to build traction for organizations that do good work in the community ty – in perpetuity.” Steve McKerrell, chair of the Victoria Foundation board d
Trends to watch The statistics reported in Vital Signs demonstrate some indicators are improving while others are staying the same or falling behind. For example, there is less property crime, less garbage going into Hartland Landfill, and a larger number of people who report enjoying good mental health. Trends that are worsening include: more children in government care and more living in poverty, higher housing costs as a percentage of income – especially for young people – and fewer people reporting regular physical activity.
Arts pack big economic impact The Vital Signs report helps guide granting decisions. For example, the Victoria Foundation has given grants to the Vancouver Island Addiction and Recovery Society, pictured above. The society operates Foundation House, which provides a network of support for men recovering from addictions. Jo-Ann Richards Photo.
Bucking a national trend in obesity Despite this last fact, residents of southern Vancouver Island are bucking a national trend that is seeing obesity rates rise. “It’s encouraging to see a fall in the rates of obesity because a healthy body weight is critical to preventing the early onset of disease or managing chronic diseases,” said Dr. Joan Wharf Higgins, Canada Research Chair, Health & Society and associate professor at the University of Victoria’s School of Physical Education. “The decline in self-reported physical activity rates is discouraging, though, because an active lifestyle offers many benefits, not just helping to maintain a healthy body weight. For example, engaging in physical activity can help individuals cope with stress – and Victorians report living with more stress in 2010 than previous years.” Vital Signs a vital tool Sandra Richardson, CEO of the Victoria Foundation, said Vital Signs has become a critical tool in helping the foundation identify causes that matter to Victorians. “It has helped us understand our community like never before highlighting needs and opportunities and assisting our foundation to make impactful grants.” Victoria Foundation board chair Steve McKerrell said: “the Vital Signs initiative
helps keep us in touch and on track.” McKerrell said the kind of information tracked in Vital Signs can help both individuals and organizations in making funding, donating and policy decisions. Todd Litman, executive director of the Victoria Transport Policy Institute, hopes it will do just that and that decisionmakers will challenge some of the assumptions on which the affordability index is based. For example, he says the index is skewed by the assumption that all households need to own a car and that all parents need childcare services - two of the largest expenditure categories. “A large increase in household affordability can result from unbundling parking costs, improving alternative transportation modes, and increasing the supply of affordable housing in more accessible, multi-modal neighborhoods. These solutions provide other economic, social and environmental benefits, and so represent true sustainable development,” said Litman. Victoria’s Vital Signs report, as well as source information and links, is available at: www.victoriafoundation.bc.ca This year, results of the Youth Vital Signs survey will be released in a separate report sponsored by the TELUS Victoria Community Board. The report will be released at the TED-X Youth Conference Nov. 20.
One of the statistics in this year’s Vital Signs report is that the arts and culture sector in Greater Victoria contributed $170 million to the B.C. economy in 2010. The information comes from a study – the first of its kind – conducted on behalf of the Victoria Foundation, the CRD Arts Development Service, the Greater Victoria Development Agency, ProArt Alliance and Tourism Victoria. The study shows the sector supported the equivalent of 5,440 person years of employment, which generated $21 million in annual property taxes. “This report underlines how important the arts are in building our communities and in contributing to a quality of life that makes the capital region a great place to live,” said CRD Arts Committee chair Vicki Sanders. The report is available at www.crd.bc.ca/arts Jo-Ann Richards Photo
Victoria residents are concerned about the cost of living but love the natural amenities of their community. They are still wed to their cars for commuting, report better mental health than they did last year, but say they are involved in less physical activity. These are some of the results from the 2011 Vital Signs®, an annual community report card produced by The Victoria Foundation. The report is a combination of public opinion and statistics that provides a snapshot of livability and wellbeing in Greater Victoria. This is the sixth year the foundation has produced Victoria’s Vital Signs, which is sponsored by Island Savings Credit Union. It is the fourth year survey respondents were asked to identify what they think are the most important issues facing Greater Victoria today. For the first time since the question was asked, cost of living moved ahead of homelessness to top the list. Addictions, housing and mental illness were the third, fourth and fifth areas of concern followed by transportation, employment, community planning/ development, health care and elder care. This year respondents were asked for the first time to list the best things about Greater Victoria. Natural environment, climate, walkability, air quality, and festivals and events were the top five answers. “This demonstrates the value of and need for green spaces in both urban and rural settings across the region,” said Sarah Webb, climate action control coordinator for the Capital Regional District. “The findings in Vital Signs demonstrate the critical need for focused urban growth near employment, goods and services so that sustainable transportation like transit and cycling can be used. Three of the top 10 identified issues are land use, transportation and employment, so addressing this triad presents significant opportunities to improve environmental health, encourage sustainable economic development and enhance quality of life for residents.”
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t’s common knowledge among marathoners: Victoria’s is a “faster” marathon, offering one of the better chances for a long-distance runner to shave a minute or two off his or her regular time. Sunday’s GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon isn’t too hilly, but it’s still a 42.2-kilometre route with heavy sea air and a good chance for rain. Faster than some of the bigger marathons in North America, perhaps, but it’s still gruelling in every sense of the word. “A lot of runners get their personal bests here,” said Jonathan Foweraker, in his first year as coordinator of the marathon’s Dairyland elite athlete program. “It is known as a fairly fast course, with a very high proportion of marathoners getting their Boston qualifiers here,” Foweraker said. Not everybody goes on to run in Boston, but it’s a mark of distinction among marathoners and is part of what draws runners to Victoria each October. That trend continued last year with 516 of the 2,558 Victoria marathon finishers cracking the Boston time barrier, the third most for any marathon in Canada, behind Ottawa (715) and Toronto (520), according to MarathonGuide.com. A longtime participant and volunteer, Foweraker is now responsible for bringing the big names to Victoria such as projected winner Thomas Omwenga of Kenya. “We’re known for having a smaller size so we can give more attention to all our athletes. (Unlike some bigger races) we hope our elites won’t feel lost in the mix. The hope is to
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If 2010 Victoria marathon winner Philip Samoei wants to defend his title, he’ll need to fend off Thomas Omwenga, the latter being a candidate to break the course record. Samoei won the Manitoba Marathon in June despite running an extra loop on part of the course.
Gilbert Kiptoo hopes to finish the race he started last year. Kiptoo held the lead in 2010 for about 38 kilometres but pulled out due to injury at the two hour mark. On Sept. 25 Kiptoo won the Marathon Oasis de Montreal Half-Marathon, with Samoei in second.
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Trisha Steidl is a former NCAA rowing champion and current Seattle University track and field program head coach, multitasking with an Olympic campaign. Steidl and state counterpart Chelsea VanDe Brake hope to meet the U.S. standard of 2:46.
Three-time winner Suzanne Evans is back, this time as the B.C. favourite in a women’s elite group paced by two potential Olympians. Last year Evans was second at 2:53:53. A similar finish would put her in contention a topthree placing on Sunday.
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establish ongoing relationships to bring elite runners back again.” Among those returning are last year’s overall winner Philip Samoei of Kenya, who won in two hours, 23 minutes and 24 seconds, and fellow Kenyan Gilbert Kiptoo, who suffered an injury in the final kilometres but was part of the elite group with Esquimalt’s James Lander (second in 2010). Omwenga, if in good form, is within reach of breaking Steve Osadiuk’s 2006 course record of 2:16:49. A three-time winner of the Vancouver Marathon (2007, 2008 and 2010), Omwenga has a personal best below 2:11 and ran this
year’s Montreal Marathon in 2:14:35. The trio of Kenyans – Samoei, Kiptoo and Omwenga – will undoubtedly pace the marathon, with Ryan Day of Victoria and Steven Crane of Olympia, Wash. possibly in that mix. Foweraker also said no one should be surprised to see 40-year-old Graeme Wilson from Vancouver in the lead group as well. Wilson is aiming for 2:26, the masters’ record for Victoria. Lucy Njeri of Toronto joins Vancouver’s Suzanne Evans as elites in the women’s marathon. Evans won three straight in Victoria from 2005 to 2007. Challenging them is a pair of
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Q&A James Lander What brings a Pennsylvania man to Victoria? Been here since May 2010 after finishing chiropractic school in California. I’m finishing my acupuncture degree at Pacific Rim College in Market Square where I also teach. Last year you were 23 seconds back of the marathon winner. Has it stuck with you? That was so frustrating. I really felt set up to win that, but had a rough spell from the 27th kilometre to the 35th. I was going through a lull through that time, then hit that horrific head wind. It made it difficult. (Samoei) got ahead at the 32ndkm mark. Explain your decision to run the half this time? It’s a lot to do with timing and I wanted to look at other marathons in the region, like the (Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon) in November. I typically run a half-marathon four to six weeks before a full. I’m also getting married in December. What half-marathon time do you expect on Sunday? Hope to run in the low 1:06 range. I don’t race a lot and I train exclusively by myself. No matter (who the competition is) we’ll start pretty quick, under three minutes and five seconds the first km, then it should be 3:10 per km or quicker.
Americans, Trisha Steidl (Seattle) and Chelsea Van DeBrake (Yakima), targeting the U.S. Olympic team’s qualifying standard of 2:46.
The other half Last year’s second-overall finisher in the full marathon, James Lander, is looking to win his first Victoria half-marathon title. Previous women’s half-marathon winners, Lucy Smith (2003 and 2007) and Marilyn Arsenault (2009) – both from Victoria – look to defend the home course against visitors Kathy Butler, Natasha Wodak and Lisa Harvey. sports@vicnews.com
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rugby teams will also enjoy a bye weekend for Thanksgiving.
Lions spike win at Chargers’ tourney
UVic an empty nest
The University of Victoria are void of Vikes this weekend as the men’s and women’s soccer, field hockey and rugby teams are all on the road. The women’s field hockey team (2-4) is in Edmonton to face the University of Alberta Pandas (2-2-2) for two games. On the soccer pitch the men’s soccer team (4-2-2) enjoys a bye weekend while the women’s soccer team (4-2-2) visits the Trinity Western Spartans (6-1) on Saturday and the UBC Thunderbirds (5-1-1) on Sunday. All three men’s and the women’s Vikes
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A leg up Lethbridge Pronghorns player Jericka Versikaitis, left, kicks the ball from UVic Vikes player Nathalie Scharf at Centennial Stadium on Saturday. Last weekend the Vikes tied the Calgary Dinos 1-1 and defeated Lethbridge 5-1.
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Sun. Oct. 9: GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon, start times: 6:30 a.m. marathon early start, Menzies and Kingston streets; 7:10 a.m. eight-km road race wheelchair and visually impaired start, Belleville between Menzies and Oswego; 7:15 a.m. eight-km road race start, Belleville Street between
The Lambrick Park Lions won the 2011 High School Boys’ Fall Classic volleyball tournament, hosted by the Camosun Chargers at the Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence last weekend. Lambrick Park edged the Pacific Christian Pacers in the championship game while Duncan Christian squeaked past the Mount Douglas Rams in the consolation final. Lambrick’s Lucas Dellabough was the tourney MVP with all-stars Tallen Phillips (Oak Bay), PCS’s Levi Saphir and J.S. Salokavi, and Lambrick’s Brad Pardy and Evan Guy.
Menzies and Oswego streets; 7:25 a.m. half-marathon wheelchair and visually impaired start, Menzies and Kingston streets; 7:30 a.m. half-marathon start, Menzies at Kingston; 8:40 a.m. marathon wheelchair and visually impaired start at Menzies and Kingston streets; 8:45 a.m. marathon main start at Menzies and Kingston streets; 10:15 a.m. Thrifty Foods kids run at Kingston Street, just off Menzies Street.
Soccer
Fri., Oct. 07: VISL Div. 1, Lakehill vs. Vic West, 8 p.m. at Braefoot Park.
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Level play University of Victoria Jutes rugby player Tyler Sangha, left, is grounded by Nanaimo Hornets opponent Kiko Halaliku during the Jutes’ first division win, 55-17, in Nanaimo last Saturday.
Sat., Oct. 8: VISL Div. 1, Juan de Fuca vs. Gordon Head, 6 p.m. at Juan de Fuca fields.
Hockey
Fri. Oct. 7: WHL, Medicine Hat Tigers at Victoria Royals, 7:05 p.m., Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. Sat. Oct. 8: BCHL, Surrey Eagles at Victoria Grizzlies, 7:15 p.m., Bear Mountain Arena.
Volleyball
Fri. & Sat., Oct. 7-8: Camosun Chargers Senior Girls’ High School Tournament, Pool A:
Lambrick Park, Riverside, Seaquam; Pool B: South Delta, Brentwood College, Highland; Pool C: Crofton House, Mark Isfeld, Belmont; Pool D: Oak Bay, Duncan Christian, Guildford Park; Pool E: North Delta, St. Michaels, Claremont, Spectrum; Pool F: Princess Margaret, Mt. Doug, St. Margaret’s, Reynolds. Friday games: 3, 4:15, 5:30, 6:45 and 8 p.m. at Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence and St. Margaret’s School. Saturday games: 8:40, 9:50, 11 a.m., 12:10 and 1:20 p.m. at PISE & St. Margaret’s: Medal games 2:30 and 3:40 p.m. at PISE only.
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WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT Notice is hereby given that Kustom Towing, (2009) Ltd, 3297 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8Z 3K9 will be selling a 1996 ISUZU RODEO 4S2CM58V8T4700011 Owner T. Pinckney SYMPLY SCOOTER RFGBS1CB89XAV0660 Owner R. Schulte 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 3c4FY4BB11T287135 Owner N. Okafor to cover costs incurred. To be sold at 647B Dupplin Rd, Victoria, BC between 10am-2pm October 21, 2011.
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HELP WANTED Alberta earthmoving company requires a journeyman heavy duty mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for field work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051.
Rio Tinto Alcan is the aluminum product group of Rio Tinto, headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Building on more than a century of experience and expertise, Rio Tinto Alcan is the global leader in the aluminun industry. With over 24,000 employees in 27 countries, Rio Tinto Alcan is a global supplier of high-quality bauxite, alumina and primary aluminum. Its AP smelting technology is the industry benchmark and its enviable hydroelectric power position delivers significant competitive advantages in today’s carbonconstrained world. As part of Rio Tinto Alcan Primary Metal North America, the company’s BC Operations’ is one of the largest industrial complexes in the province. Employing about 1400 people and contributing more than $269 million annually to the provincial economy, the Kitimat, BC based aluminum operation is poising for future growth. Rio Tinto Alcan is seeking qualified persons to fill the roles of: Electrical Planner Ref # KIT0001I Mechanical Planner Ref # KIT0000V Under Coordinator/Manager supervision, the Electrical and Mechanical Planner(s) will plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of the assigned area. Technical aspects include but are not limited to: -Develop accurate work estimates for labour, material, tools, etc. -Develop and implement efficient job plans -Ensure safety risk assessments and remediation plans are done prior to scheduling -Coordinate procurement of materials, parts staging for planned work To qualify for these positions the preferred candidate will: -Possess an Interprovincial Trades qualification and/or technical experience (educational or work experience) -Minimum 3-5 years related experience in an industrial setting is preferred The preferred candidate will be one whose #1 priority is safety in the workplace. The rewards and benefits of working for Rio Tinto are market benchmarked and very competitive, including an attractive re-numeration package, regular salary reviews, incentive programs, employee savings plan, competitive pension plan, a self education assistance policy, and comprehensive health & disability programs. To apply, please submit an online application (resume) directly at our website at http://jobs.riotinto.ca Resumes must be received by Sunday, 16 October 2011. Rio Tinto Alcan would like to thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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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 HUGHSON TRUCKING INC. is looking for Class 1 Super-B flatdeck drivers. Safety and Performance Bonuses, benefits package, drug & alcohol policy. 2 years experience preferred. We will provide transportation to Southern Alberta. Call 1-800-647-7995 ext 228 or fax resume to 403-6472763 We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.
The Lemare Group is currently seeking an Executive Assistant with excellent verbal and written communication skills to support one of the principle owners. Primary duties of this position include managing calendars, coordinating travel arrangements, preparing and insuring that required documents and other materials are provided in advance of meetings. An advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel is required, as well as excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple confidential and important responsibilities simultaneously. Competitive salary is commensurate with experience. Applicant must be willing to relocate to Port McNeill, Vancouver Island. Please fax resumes to 250-9564888 or email: office@lemare.ca.
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The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to office@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.
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SALES PROFESSIONAL - Courtenay, BC Torry and Sons Plumbing & Heating is seeking a full time Sales Professional with Residential HVAC and Plumbing experience for their Courtenay location. We are looking for a candidate with 3-5 years of experience with proven success in direct sales. Responsibilities include building customer relationships, meeting sales targets, educating customers, builders and contractors, and preparing pricing and proposals. For a complete job description and contact info please check out our website at www.torryandsons.com.
needed for a Part Time Casual (not F/T) position with a mobile clothing company. Must have clothing sales experience, enjoy working with seniors and own transportation. Hours are one week per month, Monday Friday, approx. 5-7 hours/day $12.00/hour. Start week is OCT 17-2O Ideal position for semi retired sales people. Please fax resume to 1-604-528-8084 or email: CoCosclothestoyou @shaw.ca
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The Victoria News, has an immediate opening for a temporary reporter. Reporting to the editor, the successful candidate will provide top-quality work on a range of news and feature stories covering a range of beats. A key attribute will be an ability to work well as a self-starting member of a competitive newsroom. You will be expected to contribute to regular newsroom meetings and bring your creative talents to readers through concise, accurate and entertaining writing. The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and willing to learn in a fastpaced environment. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is important, as is the ability to take and carry out instructions in a timely fashion. Basic photography skills are required. Must have a valid driver’s license and working vehicle. Knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop CS3 would be considered an asset.
Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by Oct.10, 2011 to: Kevin Laird Editorial Director-Greater Victoria Black Press 818 Broughton Street Victoria, B.C. V8W 1E4 or e-mail: klaird@blackpress.ca
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BOOKS BOOKS & antique paper collectibles. Qualified appraisers. House calls for large libraries. Haunted Bookshop (Est. 1947)250-656-8805
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
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.
BRENTWOOD BACHELOR Large, ground level. Priv. entrance, parking, close to bus. NS/NP. $750. (250)652-9454.
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FREE: BASKETBALL call (250)744-2287.
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FREE: SINGLE sized metal frame roll away cot, good condition. Call 250-478-7676.
FRIENDLY FRANK 2 DECORATOR mirrors, one is 24” round, the other 32” scalped top, $45 each. Call 250-370-1517. BABY CRIB, (white), rarely used, like new, 2 mattresses, fitted sheets, includes cute mobile, $75. 250-385-8744. CRYSTAL DECANTER 16”, $40. Citrus Juicer, $10. Old cup/saucer $10. 250-508-9008 WESTERN RED Cedar shrubs (2), 12’ high, $25 each. Call 250-477-1876. GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
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FUEL/FIREWOOD ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.
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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/
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PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO DIGITAL PHOTO retouch, editing, add/remove objects/people. Tribute posters, home movies to CD/DVD. 250-4753332. www.cwpics.com
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES WANTED: CLEAN fridge’s, upright freezers, 24” stoves, portable dishwashers, less than 15 yrs old. McFarland Industries, (250)885-4531.
BUILDING SUPPLIES METAL ROOFING & siding sales. Seconds avail. Custom roof Flashings. 250-544-3106.
FOOD PRODUCTS ORGANIC TURKEYS. To order, please phone (250)6523345.
MOVING. FURNITURE for sale, everything must go. Call to view: (250)383-0185.
GARAGE SALES ROYAL OAK, 4409 Stromness Plc. (off Greenlea), Sat, Oct. 8, 9am-2pm. Moving Sale/Downsizing. Sofas, loveseat & chair, small fridge, collectibles and much more.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? SOLID WOOD: 5Pc Dinette $159., Dresser / Mirror $99., Vilas B/R Ste $699., Mattress, B/Spr. Sets from $199., Storewide Sale! BUY & SAVE 9818 4th St, Sidney.buyandsave.ca
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CENTRAL SAANICH, grd level, 2 bdrm, patio, utils & lndry incl’d, N/S, N/P, avail Nov. 1, $850 mo. Call 250-652-9699.
Call us first & last, we pay the highest fair price for all dead & dying vehicles. Don’t get pimped, junked or otherwise chumped!
GLANFORD AREA, 2 bdrm bsmt suite, avail now, $1000 mo, no lndry, N/S, N/P, 250479-9569 or 250-514-2007.
BEATERS UNDER $1000
GORGE-HARRIET, Lrg 1 bdrm, priv ent & prkg, utils incl. NS/NP. Oct 1. $725/mo. 250384-0460 (leave a message).
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SIDNEY, 1 bdrm, quiet, upscale area, ocean view, F/P, priv yard, utils incl, N/P, N/S, $900, Nov. 1, 250-656-4268 westjim9@hotmail.com
CAYCUSE: WELL maintained Recreational Property/Home. 1500 sq.ft, 3 bdrm 2 bath, 5 acres, garage. A stone throw from pristine Cowichan Lake. $399,900. Furnished. Ready to move in! Call 250-478-2648 250-745-3387.
CARS
TRIANGLE MTN., lge furn’d 1 bdrm, lndry, brand new appls, all inclusive, avail immed, N/S, N/P, $1000 mo, 250-474-6469
HOUSES FOR SALE
$50-$1000 CASH
SUITES, UPPER
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.
CRIMINAL RECORD?
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WIFA PROFESSIONAL figure skates, size 5.5 (girls), $50. Call 250-544-4322.
REAL ESTATE
CASH PAID FOR ALL VEHICLES in
BRENTWOOD BAY, 1 bdrm, on bus route, all utils incl’d, shared W/D, $750 mo, N/S, N/P, Oct. 1, 250-652-8516.
ROCKLAND AREA Apt, large 1 bdrm, incls heat & hot water, $860/mo. Avail Oct. 1. Call 250-370-2226 for viewing.
THIS HOME HAS IT ALL! This 16 year old custom built 3600 sqft, 3 storey home features 4 bdrms, 4 baths, fabulous kitchen, roomy living room, natural gas fireplace, master bdrm with 4 pce ensuite. Great rec room (31x14) in finished basement. Completely finished 40x57 deluxe shop with separate bath. Property is 2.26 gorgeous, well kept acres. Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $629,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660
www.jasmineparsons.com One Percent Realty V.I.
HOMES WANTED
RENTALS
WE BUY HOUSES 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!
SOOKE BASIN waterfront. 2 bdrm condo, recently reno’d. Quiet neighbourhood. $900. N/S, Pets ok. Call 250-5161408, 778-425-1408.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES SAVE ON COMMISSION Sell your home for $6900 or 1% plus $900 fees FULL MLS SERVICE!
CALL: 250-727-8437
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APARTMENT/CONDO FERNWOOD AREA Apt, large 2 bdrm, $960/mo. Avail now. Call 250-370-2226 for viewing. GORGE POINT Inn- 2 bdrm, 2 bath, underground parking, F/P. $1295. (250)923-2844.
SIDNEY: 3 bdrm duplex, 1.5 bath, lrg fenced yard, updated. NS/NP, ref’s, avail immed. $1375+utils. (250)656-4003.
For scrap vehicle
SAANICHTON: RENO’D, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1400sqft, 15mins dwtwn, deck, fenced, garage, walk ocean, close to ammens, bus. Peaceful area. N/S, small pet, $1400+ shared util’s. Oct. 1. (250)655-0717. SIDNEY 2 BDRM upper suite, large kitchen & living room, patio, lots of storage, W/D. N/S, no dogs. $1100 + utils. Avail now. (250)889-6276. SIDNEY: 3-BDRM. F/P. D/W. Separate W/D. Bus route, new paint/carpets, NS/NP. $1450.+ utils. 1 (250)248-9454
TRANSPORTATION
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858-5865 SPORTS & IMPORTS MAZDA MIATA, Special Edition 1992. Black with tan leather interior, power windows, 182,340 km. t’s a beauty! $4600. (250)385-0876. OKANAGAN’S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotor products.com 250-545-2206
HOUSESITTING
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
SNOWBIRD HOUSE Sitting & Painting. Let us provide excellent home care, gardening, cleaning & pet care. We can give your home a fresh new paint job while house sitting. Exc Ref’s. Victoria firefighter & wife. Available Nov-Apr. Call 250-590-0053, 250-893-6688
RV: GOLDEN Falcon 1997 5th wheel, 26 feet, $15,000. Call (250)479-1771.
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted! We BUY Scrap Batteries from Cars, Trucks etc. $4.00/ea. & up! Free pick-up Island Wide. Min. 10 (1)604.866.9004 Ask for Brad
HOMES FOR RENT WHY RENT when you can own? 0% down; $1600/mo. Call 250-360-1929 Binab Strasser - Re/Max Alliance.
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ISLAND AUTO Body & Paint, 25 yrs. 1210 Stelly’s X Road. 250-881-4862.
$$$ BOATS Wanted. Any size. Cash buyer. Also trailers and outboards. 250-544-2628.
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FREE: 1920’S metal spring mattress. Call 250-370-1517.
ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewellery. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700
Call: 1-250-616-9053
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HILLSIDE: THE Pearl; 2 bdrm condo, 6 appl’s, parking, storage. NS/NP. $1500/mo. Call (250)652-6729.
GOLDSTREAM AREA, newly reno’d & furn’d, 1400 sq ft, lndry & H/D TV incl, lrg deck & yard, prkg, $650 mo, utils incl’d. Call Ray 250-884-0091.
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WES OBORNE CARPENTRY Great quality with references to match. Wes (250) 480-8189
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CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitch/bath, wood floor, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877
KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.
ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.
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MALTA FLOORING Installation. Carpets, laminates, hardwood, lino. BBB 250-388-0278
A HOME COMPUTER Coach. Senior friendly. Computer lessons, maintenance and problem solving. Des, 250-6569363, 250-727-5519.
DRYWALL- NO payment required till job is finished. (250)474-9752.
WATTS ON ELECTRIC, Residential, Commercial, Renovations. #100213. 250-418-1611.
MALTA FENCING & DECKS. BBB member. Best rates. (250)388-0278.
From the Ground Up
EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
FURNITURE REFINISHING
BUBBA’S HAULING. Mini excavator & bob cat services. Call 250-478-8858.
FURNITURE REFINISHING. Specializing in small items, end-tables, coffee tables, chairs. Free pick-up & delivery. References available. 250-475-1462.
Certified General Accountant Bookkeeping, Audit, Payroll, HST. Set up & Training. E-File
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250-477-4601 PENNIE’$ 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.
CLEANING SERVICES ABSOLUTELY CLEAN. Husband & wife team. Power Washing. (778)440-6611. AUNTIE MESS CLEANING. Reliable, efficient, honest, 40 years exp, seniors discount. $20/hr. Call 250-634-1077. HOUSEKEEPER EXPERIENCED, reliable. References. 250-920-6516, 250-881-7444.
COMPUDOC MOBILE Computer Services. Repairs, tuneups, tutoring, web sites and more. Call 250-886-8053.
CONTRACTORS ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! New, reno’s, historical, decks, driveways, etc. WCB/Member of BBB. John, 250-658-2656.
MALTA DRYWALL & Painting. Residential/Commercial. BBB member. (250)388-0278.
ELECTRICAL AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550. EXPERIENCED ELECTRICIAN. Reasonable rates. 250744-6884. Licence #22202.
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.
U-NEEK SEATS. Hand cane, Danish weave, sea grass. UK Trained. Fran, 250-382-8602.
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Fall Lawn and Garden Services. Insured, WCB, Free Estimates. 250-884-9493
cedarcoastlandscaping.ca J.ENG LANDSCAPING Co. Custom landscaping design. Rock gardens, water features, pavers. Jan, 250-881-5680. NO JOB too BIG or SMALL. SENIOR’S SPECIAL! Prompt, reliable service. Phone Mike (ANYTIME) at 250-216-7502. PREPARATION FOR Fall, Winter & Spring. Professional garden & landscape services. Maintenance, design & installations. Call (250)474-4373.
GUTTER CLEANING. Repairs, Maintenance, Gutterguard, Leaf traps. Grand Xterior Cleaning Services. WCB Insured. Call 250-380-7778. HYDRA GREEN CLEAN Gutter Clean & Repair roof de-moss, window washing and hauling. Fully licensed and great prices. Call for your free estimate! 250-893-6869
STEVE’S GARDENING. Fall Clean-ups. Mowing, Hedge & Tree Trimming. Reliable. Good rates. Call 250-383-8167. .... THE GARDENING GAL .... Quality Affordable Gardening. Renovations Maintenance & Cleanups.... 250.217.7708.
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS DIAMOND DAVE Gutter cleaning, gutter guard, power washing, roof de-mossing. Call 250-889-5794. GUTTER CLEANING, repairs, de-mossing. Windows, power washing. 250-478-6323.
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.
WE SWEEP your roof, clean your gutters & remove your waste. Fair prices. Insured. Fred, (250)514-5280.
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OAK BAY - Friday, October 7, 2011 Page 40NEWSweek beginning October 6, 2011 Real Estate Victoria
Select your home. Select your mortgage.
This Weekend’s
OPENHOUSES
Published Every Thursday
Oak Bay 250-370-7601 Victoria 250-483-1360 Westshore 250-391-2933 Sidney 250-655-0632 www.vericoselect.com
Find more details on the Open Houses below in the October 6-12 edition of
833 Hereward, $459,900 Saturday 1-2:30 Re/Max Alliance Ron Neal 250 386-8181
876 Craigflower, $549,900 pg. 48
Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Rick Couvelier, 250-477-7291
1120 Baldwin, $574,900 pg. 23
924B Richmond, $475,000 Saturday 3-5 Pemberton Holmes Andrew Mara 250 384-8124
2511 Cranmore, $739,000 pg. 20
pg. 19
pg. 18
pg. 15
pg. 47
pg. 13
pg. 22
Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Dave O’Byrne 250 361-6213
Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Tim Taddy 250 592-8110
Sunday 2:00-3:30 Re/Max Camosun Daniel Clover 250 507-5459
pg. 47
Saturday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Avtar Kroad, 250-592-4422
pg. 21
pg. 10
pg. 17
pg. 22
pg. 6
pg. 6
pg. 21
pg. 18
pg. 19
Daily noon-4 Pemberton Holmes David Hale 250 595-3200
pg. 7
Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Ltd Greg Phillips 250 385-2033
pg. 19
103-101 Nursery Hill, $340,000 Saturday 2-4 Kroppmann Realty Dale Kroppmanns, 250-478-0808
pg. 33
303-101 Nursery Hill Dr.
Saturday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Richard Gadoury 250-384-8124
Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Shelly Reed, 250-479-3333
pg. 1
208-845 Yates St., $259,900 pg. 14
pg. 19
Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Neil Rawnsley 250-592-4422
Saturday 2-4 Burr Properties Ltd. Chris Gill, 250-382-6636
Saturday 12-2 Burr Properties Ltd. Mike Pearce, 250-382-6636
2731/33 Mt. Stephen, $625,000
927 Devonshire Rd., $439,900 pg. 10
pg. 21
530 Harbinger, $799,000 Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Laurie Abram 250 385-2033
pg. 11
Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Shawn Adye, 250-384-8124
Saturday 1:30-3:30 Sutton Group West Coast Mary Beaumont 250 889-2233
Saturday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Deborah Kline 250 661-7680
pg. 9
pg. 24
pg. 15
Saturday 2-4 MacDonald Realty Lorraine Stundon 250 812-0642
pg. 20
pg. 24
pg. 23
Sunday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Roxanne Brass 250-744-3301
pg. 25
pg. 23
pg. 45
pg. 44
pg. 23
Saturday 1-3 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Rosemarie Colterman 250 384-7663
3250 Eagles Lake Rd, $824,000 pg. 10
Saturday 12-2 DFH Real Estate Dennis Guevin 250 477-7291
pg. 24
Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Dorothee Friese, 250-477-7291
Saturday 11-1 One Percent Realty Valentino, 250-686-2242
pg. 27
pg. 26
pg. 25
pg. 25
Sunday 2-4 Holmes Realty Ltd. Nancy McLean, 250-656-0911 pg. 24
pg. 24
pg. 27
pg. 44
pg. 6
pg. 45
pg. 26
pg. 24
pg. 29
3067 Alouette
Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Brett Jones, 250-385-2033
Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Judy Campbell 250 744-3301
Saturday 2:30-4:30 Keller Williams Realty Ron Kubek 250-652-5098
pg. 26
Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Rick Shumka 250 384-8124
pg. 44
pg. 15
pg. 27
pg. 28
pg. 26
pg. 42
Saturday 1-2 Re/Max Alliance Ron Neal 250 386-8181
Saturday 2-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Jim Bailey 250-592-4422 pg. 30
pg. 34
pg. 31
pg. 48
pg. 34
119-2733 Peatt Rd., $374,900 Saturday-Monday 1-3 2733 Peatt Rd., Show Suite #119 Re/Max Alliance Karen Love 250-386-8875
pg. 18
pg. 5
975 Ironwood, $849,900 Saturday 2:30-4 Re/Max Alliance Ron Neal 250 386-8181
pg. 48
2766 Ronald Rd, $417,000 pg. 28
Saturday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Doug Sunray 250 477-1100
pg. 16
3945 Olympic View Dr, $1,595,900 pg. 30
Sunday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Brendan Herlihy, 250-642-3240
pg. 37
2116 Sooke Rd, $484,900 pg. 27
104-9115 Lochside, $849,900 Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Jenny Stoltz 250 744-3301
pg. 10
224 Seafield, $479,000
7864 Fairmeadow Pl, $535,000 Thursday 9:30-11:30 Newport Realty Ltd. Pat Fehr, 250-385-2033
pg. 35
3350 Sewell, $759,000
63-1255 Wain Rd
Saturday & Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. John Smith 250-477-7291
Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Sharen Warde 250 592-4422
Saturday 11-1 Re/Max Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448
7231 Peden Ln., $597,500 pg. 9
pg. 7
112-2920 Phipps Rd, $374,500
Sunday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Frances Wade, 250-656-0131 Saturday 2:30-4:30 Keller Williams Realty West Ron Kubek 250-652-5098
Saturday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Anke Venema, 250-477-1100
pg. 2
44-2070 Amelia Ave, $299,000 pg. 27
Daily 1-4 Kahl Realty Jason Kahl, 250-391-8484
Saturday & Sunday 12-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd Mike Hartshorne 250 889-4445
2420 Mount Baker, $699,000 Saturday & Sunday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Shawn Adye 250-384-8124
pg. 44
1246 Parkdale, $499,900
11-7583 Central Saanich, $132,000
4-4570 West Saanich
Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Century 21 In Town Realty Magda Melounova, 604-323-6984
pg. 31
1201 Millstream, $825,000
2518 Shoreacres, $1,299,000
7227 Peden Ln., $597,500
9-400 Culduthel Rd, $365,000 Saturday 12-1:30 Keller Williams Realty West Ron Kubek, 250-652-5098
pg. 27
31-2560 Wilcox
354 Gorge Rd W, $629,000 Saturday 1-3 Fair Realty Steve Blumberg, 250-360-6069
Sunday 2-4 Fair Realty Kevin Ramsay 250 217-5091
2200 Harrow Gate, $639,000
7663 Sigmar Pl.
304-3180 Albina, $222,000 Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty Velma Sproul 250 384-7663
pg. 44
2-2320 Oakville Ave
3877 Holland, $1,350,000 Sunday 2-4 Burr Properties Shirin Purewal 250 382-8838
pg. 31
662 Goldstream, $249,900
pg. 6
5045 Prospect Lake, $1,139,000 Saturday 2-4 One Percent Realty Valentino, 250-686-2242
Sunday 11-1 RE/MAX Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448
604 Stewart Mtn Rd, $729,000
1135 Clarke Rd, $544,000
982 Meadowview, $695,000 Saturday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast Eamon Coll 250 479-3333
pg. 16
pg. 27
pg. 24
Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Jerry Mireau, 250-384-8124
Saturday 12:30-2:30 Pemberton Holmes Shawn Adye 250-384-8124
Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Geoff McLean 250 744-3301
Daily 12-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd Mike Hartshorne 250 889-4445
519 Judah, $424,900
21-881 Nicholson, $729,000 Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Jacquie Jocelyn, 250-384-8124
Sunday 2-4 Macdonald Realty Scott Garman 250 896-7099
Saturday 2-4 Holmes Realty Michele Holmes, 250-656-0911
Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Nancy Vieira 250 384-8124
pg. 30
4168 Clinton Pl., $679,900
1-630 Huxley St, $350,000
104-4494 Chatterton, $419,000
3-516 Sturdee
Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Doreen Halstenson, 250 744-3301
Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun April Prinz 250 744-3301
pg. 18
Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Alliance David Rusen, 250 386-8875
Saturday 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Rick Shumka 250 384-8124
Saturday 1-3 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Paul Holland 250 592-4422
7666 East Saanich, $539,000
2942 Irma
88 Sims, $468,888
996 Owlwood, $689,900 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Rick Couvelier, 250-477-7291
pg. 10
pg. 25
4045 Nelthorpe, $745,000 Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Cheryl Bejcar 250 592-4422
Saturday 2:30-4 One Percent Realty Guy Effler 250 812-4910
140 Kamloops, $514,900
2222A Arbutus
1501 Eric, $844,500
Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty Bill Chudyk 250 477-5353
pg. 47
27-5110 Cordova Bay, $529,900
4386 Elnido Cres., $594,900 Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Lee Johnston 250-478-9600
Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Lynne Sager 250 744-3301
Sunday 2-4 Burr Properties Ltd Patrick Skillings 250 382-8838
2638 Killarney, $1,238,000 Saturday 2-3 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Lisa Williams 250 514-1966
Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd Carol Crabb 250 477-7291
pg. 27
6-942 Boulderwood, $639,000
1501 Athlone
7-704 Rockheights, $599,900
610 Dunedin, $599,000 Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Patricia Parkins, 250-385-2033
pg. 25
4123 Ambassy, $519,000
Saturday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun John Percy 250 744-3301
420-1315 Esquimalt Rd, $413,900
401-708 Burdett Ave, $399,000
Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Sharen Warde 250 592-4422
Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Dave Lynn 250 592-4422
Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Rosemarie Colterman 250 384-7663
2310 Weiler Ave., $499,900
746 Gorge Rd W, $565,000
4963 Dustin, $724,900
4329 Faithwood, $744,900 1240 Bewdley, $579,900
304-1518 Pandora, $269,900 Daily 1-3 (check in at 1564 Fort St) Fair Realty Kevin Ramsay 250 217-5091
pg. 23
Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Rick Turcotte, 250-744-3301
Saturday 2-4 Burr Properties Ltd Patrick Skillings 250 382-8838
8-126 Hallowell, $429,000
310 Robertson, $649,000
Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Deborah Kline 250 661-7680
Saturday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Deborah Kline 250 661-7680
pg. 19
405-3614 Richmond, $429,000
4520 Rithetwood, $799,000
10 Helmcken Rd
408-1012 Collinson St., $299,000 Monday 2-4 Newport Realty Kim Emerson 250-385-2033
pg. 12
1720 Taylor, $599,000
pg. 20
1204-751 Fairfield, $269,000 Saturday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Jordan Thome, 250-477-5353
Saturday 2-4 Newport Realty Kim Emerson 250-385-2033
Sunday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Adrian Langereis 250 514-0202
Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Shelley Saldat, 250 589-4014
4030 Zinnia, $659,900
1719 Llandaff, $529,000
4536 Rithwood, $798,000
104-1436 Harrison St, $269,000 Saturday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Jim Fields, 250-384-8124
Sunday 1-3 Newport Realty Holly Harper 250 888-8448
1877A Feltham Rd, $609,900
2487 Eastdowne, $769,500 Saturday 1-3 Newport Realty Bruce Gibson 250 385-2033
pg. 9
4674 Lochside, $1,088,000
2657 Cedar Hill Rd, $539,900 Saturday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Rick Couvelier, 250-477-7291
pg. 8
1627 Hybury, $659,900
898 Currandale Crt., $799,000
304-2210 Cadboro Bay, $399,000
1351 Merritt
Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Sharen Warde 250 592-4422
Sunday 2-4 Brown Brothers Real Estate Robert Young 250 385-8780
2184 Windsor Rd., $649,000
290-2022 Foul Bay, $189,900 Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Adrian Langereis 250 514-0202
pg. 21
2032 Penzance, $995,000
780 Johnson Street, $419,000 Daily 12-5 Sotheby’s International Realty Scott Piercy 250 686-7789
Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Luisa Celis, 250-477-1100
Sunday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty Velma Sproul 250 384-7663
3-4771 Cordova Bay, $895,000
3075 Eastdowne, $839,900
N1106-737 Humboldt, $799,000 Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Adrian Langereis 250 514-0202
pg. 45
2189 McNeil
501-1204 Fairfield Rd, $629,000 Sunday 2-4 Newport Realty Robert Buckle 250 385-2033
Saturday 1-4 Re/Max Camosun Roxanne Brass 250-744-3301
320-3969 Shelbourne, $319,900
3520 Upper Terrace, $969,900
106-65 Songhees
Saturday 2-4 Brown Brothers Real Estate Robert Young 250 385-8780
Saturday 2-4 Macdonald Realty Scott Garman 250 896-7099
pg. 18
105-3048 Washington, $379,900 Monday 12-3:30 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Jan Dickson, 250-418-5805
4175 Prospect Lake, $624,900
Sunday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty Rich Humphries 250 592-4422
105-3900 Shelbourne, $299,000
1978 Fairfield, $1,390,000 Sunday 1-3 Newport Realty Ltd Greg Phillips 250 385-2033
Check the page number below in Real Estate Victoria or visit www.revweekly.com
Saturday 2-4 One Percent Realty Lilian Andersen, 250-213-3710
pg. 34
201-3220 Jacklin Rd, $309,900 pg. 30
Saturday 12:30-2:30 SmartMove Real Estate Gary Brown, 250-380-6683
pg. 35
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210-820 Brock, $334,900 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Jean Omelchenko,250-474-6003
Check the page number below in Real Estate Victoria or visit www.revweekly.com
116-996 Wild Ridge, $299,900 pg. 35
864 Arncote Pl
Saturday & Sunday 2:30-4:30 SmartMove Real Estate Gary Brown 250-380-6683
408-3226 Jacklin $279,900 pg. 35
Saturday 12:30-2:30 SmartMove Real Estate Blair Veenstra 250 380-6683
pg. 34
2186 Stone Gate, $664,900 Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun Shirley Zailo 250-478-4828
pg. 19
115-2763 Jacklin, $289,900
pg. 18
pg. 35
206-611 Goldstream, $247,900
Saturday 2-4 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Todd Mahovlich 250 893-6618
969 Glen Willow, $509,000 pg. 5
Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd Chris Marrie, 250 920-8463
Daily 12-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd Mike Hartshorne 250 889-4445
Saturday & Sunday 12-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd Mike Hartshorne 250 889-4445 pg. 12
1019 Skylar Circle
pg. 34
pg. 35
101 & 201-608 Fairway, $299,900 Daily 1:30-4:00 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Sheila Christmas, 250-477-1100
pg. 6
Saturday 12-4 Re/Max Alliance David Strasser, 250-360-1929
pg. 34
Sunriver Estates Sales Centre pg. 35
723 Windover Trc., $879,000 Sunday 1-3 Gallie Realty Barbara Gallie 250-478-6530
3067 Alouette
Daily 12-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd Mike Hartshorne 250 889-4445
1192 Parkdale, $459,900 pg. 48
Daily 1:30-4:00 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Ltd. Sheila Christmas, 250-477-1100
Sunday 11-1 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Rick Couvelier, 250-477-7291
Saturday & Sunday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun David Rusen, 250-386-8875
1250 Parkdale, $509,900 3067 Alouette
3445 Karger, $589,900 pg. 47
Saturday 11-12:30 Re/Max Alliance Ron Neal 250 386-8181
Daily 1-4 Kahl Realty Lyle Kahl, 250-391-8484
Find more details on the Open Houses below in the Oct. 6-12 edition of
2390 Echo Valley Dr, $689,900
994 Dunford
Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Sue Daniels, 250-642-3240
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Saturday-Thursday 11-4 Newport Realty Blair Watling 250 642-2233
pg. 37
2733 Countryside Pl, $698,500
1919 Maple Avenue pg. 34
Saturday 1-3 Re/Max Camosun John Vernon 250-642-5050
Saturday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Ivan Delano, 250-744-8506 pg. 12
pg. 38
2324 Hoylake Cres, $439,000 Saturday 2-4 Re/Max Camosun Brad Maclaren, 250-727-5448
pg. 31
601 Kingsview
Monday 1-3 Royal Lepage Coast Capital Cheryl Laidlaw 250 474-4800
1019 Skylar Circle pg. 35
Thursday-Saturday 1-4 Re/Max Alliance David Strasser 250-360-1929
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“Often our collections are softer during the summer … Usually when schools get back going, people tend to get back to their routines. Right now things aren’t changing back.” – Catherine Sloot, Canadian Blood Services
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