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Clockwise from top: Alex Mitchell, Gillian Bryson, Addie CôtÊ, Charlotte Lauener, Lexy Young, Nareka Narendrabalan and Julia Bolster, all Grade 11 students in Stelly’s global perspectives class, prepare for their volunteer work at Woodwynn Farms. Erin Cardone/News staff

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Sunlight streamed through the windows of the 1940s barn as seven students listened to tales of how lives can so easily fall apart. Seven Grade 11 students from Stelly’s secondary school’s global perspectives class heard about how, in an instant, a woman’s life deteriorated to drug use and homelessness when she lost her entire family in a car crash. The students came to Woodwynn Farms on Tuesday, May 8 to experience farming and learn more about homelessness. It was the first day of a volunteering program that will last until the end of this school year and likely into the next. “Most of us took the global perspectives class

because we wanted to make a difference,� said Lexy Young. The students will work with the several tonnes of hay the farm sells, as well as helping repair the 70-yearold barns on the property so Woodwynn can convert them into other uses, such as a market. On the farm, they’ll work with Ed, a formerly homeless man who has been at Woodwynn since the winter. (Ed is a pseudonym to protect the man’s identity.) And with plans to erect a tent city on the property to house more people from the streets, the students might hear more stories about homelessness first hand. “Woodwynn is such a good fit for our program,� said global perspectives teacher Elena Beristain. “The students who come through our program are very motivated and more in tune with the world.� Recently, the global perspectives class bought land in Nepal and Grade 12 students went there to build a shelter for women who were victims of abuse or other violations. The Grade 11 students will likely visit the shelter next year. “It’s so great that right in our community we have a great project that is so similar [to the one in Nepal],�

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Boats, clothes for sale to help animals When Sue Wilson bought historic Glamorgan Farm last year, she had grand plans to use it to help animals. Part of the plan is in place and this weekend they kick off the first fundraiser for her Animals for Life charity. Future farm endeavours include a farm garden market, but this Saturday, May 12, at 1805 Glamorgan Rd. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. there will be everything from clothes to boats up for sale.

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Karen Lenz holds symbols of the Baha’i faith at her home in North Saanich. Lenz is part of a group hosting a film night at the Mary Winspear Centre to educate people about injustices against Baha’i in Iran.

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A local group is trying to bring attention to human rights injustices faced by their kin in Iran. “No [Baha’i] is allowed to go to university unless they deny their faith,� said Karen Lenz, a Baha’i from North Saanich. She adds Baha’i cemeteries have been desecrated in Iran. Next week, Lenz and other Peninsula Baha’i will show Education Under Fire, a documentary film about the situation faced by Baha’is in Iran. “I don’t think it’s got much attention, [but] it’s a widespread abuse of human rights,� said fellow Baha’i Connor MacLeod of Brentwood Bay. “The film will show or expose the actual situation and hopefully grant more attention.� MacLeod, who studies at the University of Victoria, said it’s hard to fathom a similar situation here in Canada. If his rights to education were denied, he would leave the country, he said, and raise

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Jim Parker Publisher Erin Cardone Editor Victoria Calvo Production Manager Bruce Hogarth Circulation Manager

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OUR VIEW

Timing is right for transit study The move by the Greater Victoria Transit Commission to study five high-traffic volume sections over the next year, with an eye to making them more efficient, is good news for transportation in the Capital region. The $250,000 study is the kind of expense and planning activity we expect the transit commission to engage in as a way to improve its product and Find efficiencies reduce delays for passengers. now, before work Taking action ramps up on LRT on the final recommendations, in co-operation with municipal and provincial governments, will go a long way toward helping B.C. Transit with another of its constant struggles. That challenge? Convincing more of the thousands of people who still drive to and from work daily that the perceived or real inconvenience of not having their car readily available outweighs the pain of creeping along in traffic twice a day. That, of course, also assumes that the cost of taking transit is comparable or even less than driving. For those who oversee and plan transit in the Capital region, that objective must be reached to a significant degree before any work begins on building a light-rail transit system. Like the Kevin Costner character in the movie Field of Dreams, who was told by baseball spirits to “build it and they will come,” the transit commission is banking on the notion that people will leave their cars at home in far greater numbers once LRT is in place. Even when (or if) LRT comes to Greater Victoria, it’s not as if the bus system will play second fiddle to rail. In fact, the bus system will be more important than ever as the public finds new ways to connect with LRT.

Looking for ways to make the current system more efficient and user-friendly just makes sense as a way to ramp up its capacity – the ability to move more passengers in the same amount of time or less – and overall ridership in the years leading up to the addition of LRT to the regional transit system. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@peninsulanewsreview.com or fax 250-656-5526. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Peninsula News Review is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.

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B.C.’s Bill 50 packs a punch Boxing was once explained to to allow fighting retain that choice. me by a former mixed martial arts For Victoria’s Darren Owen, promoter as two guys punching Monday marked a massive turn each other into varying of events. After years of stages of a concussion. being refused the use of MMA, he said, at least local venues for MMA, he gives its fighters a chance was invited to witness the to tap out. bill’s reading by Chong. Granted MMA has Owen and Jason Heit its downsides too, are proprietors of the but arguing for one or Armageddon Fighting the other makes no Championship, which difference. The human recently merged with two will to fight is innate, and outfits from Alberta to to deny the bloodsport the Aggression Travis Paterson become community its right Fighting Championship. Island Insider to stage live events is The two spent uncivil. years lobbying local And so Ida Chong has opened municipalities to get their MMA the door to the octagonal cage with organization off the ground. Though Bill 50. in the end it wasn’t a lack of The minister of community, sport municipal regulations around MMA and cultural development was met that stopped the duo from putting with little opposition when she on an event. It was the lack of a stepped into the legislative octagon venue. on Monday and got the bill’s first They finally staged the first event reading approved. in 2009 at Bear Mountain Arena. An “Since boxing, kickboxing and athletic commission was started mixed martial arts are popular and using nearly the same standards as are taking place, it makes sense to Nevada and New Jersey, the front be proactive,” Chong said. and back yards of MMA. It won’t happen right away, but And so it’s assumed little by the end of 2012 the province will change for the AFC when will be a lot closer to establishing a B.C. demands all professional provincewide athletic commission MMA events to abide by a set of to oversee the professional versions guidelines. of the sweet sciences – boxing, “For the AFC, our athletic kickboxing and MMA. commissioner was pretty A centralized provincial strict. However, other [smaller] commission will replace those local promotions will drastically change, government commissions which it will help clean up the sport,” have stepped up to regulate fights. Owen said. And those municipalities unwilling Aside from added safety

measures and better controls over events that do run, the biggest benefit of having an athletic commission equipped for MMA is the return of the Ultimate Fighting Championship to Rogers Arena. It’s the horse upon which Bill 50 rides. Where the UFC goes, a hailstorm of money trails closely behind. But the UFC, when it returns, will only run so many shows in Vancouver. It means the big city is open for business. The AFC wants in, and so will a lot of people. “Everybody’s going to want to be the next Dana White,” Owen said. “I’m really hoping they are picky about who they give promoter’s licences to.” Not that Owen is inviting competition, but after giving so many years of his life to the controversial sport, he at least wants to see others put forth a professional product that won’t draw negative press. He’s also worried about the lack of regulations on the amateur events, which tend to be a lot smaller, right down to the Friday night smokers which aren’t even mentioned on Facebook. “[Bill 50] is going to need some time. So I hope it plans on a regulatory body to oversee amateur cards, because right now they aren’t.” Travis Paterson is the regional sports reporter for Black Press on the South Island. sports@vicnews.com

‘Ida Chong has opened the door to the octagonal cage with Bill 50.’

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Sister cities partnerships costly endeavours – except one In Friday’s Peninsula News Review was an announcement that Sidney’s sister city, Niimi Japan requires two assistant English language teachers. Really, this has little to do with sister cities. For years, Japan has asked for English assistance in their schools. So far as sister cities are concerned, except for Anacortes, they are a drain on taxpayers’ pocketbooks. I remember our past mayor in the Town Talk magazine. He stated that a visit to Niimi and the town’s planned trip of councillors and staff would cost nothing to taxpayers. What he failed to say was the reciprocating visit by the Japanese delegation would cost taxpayers a bundle. Sister cities are a huge burden on taxpayers, and except for Anacortes, should be eliminated. Joan Dear Sidney

Offending vehicle’s owner as responsible as offending driver Re: Civil forfeiture muddies message (Our View, May 4) On the contrary, I believe it sends a very clear message. Time after time, we hear of repeat offenders driving without a licence. They cannot all have stolen the vehicle. Someone has granted them access to a vehicle. That someone is just as responsible and most certainly deserves forfeiture of said vehicle, a substantial fine and cancellation of their own licence. I believe it is known as aiding and abetting. The goal is not to educate those who have proven themselves incapable of learning and who are completely uncaring about the well-being of their fellow citizens. The goal is to get them off and keep them off our roads. L. MacKinnon Central Saanich

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Re: Market proposals due soon (News, May 4) It seems to me that the position of the town requesting proposals for the summer market has failed to see the big picture. Specifically, the Sidney Business Association has been running the market successfully for over 12 years and has taken the proceeds from the running of the market and put it into the promotion of our community. As we are a not-for-profit organization, we are concerned with enhancing and promoting our town for the businesses, residents and people who do business in Sidney. If the town is not careful, they could issue an RFP to a private enterprise who has no interest in promoting Sidney from the proceeds of running the market, but rather promoting their own private business interests. Ross Macfarlane vice-president, Sidney Business Association

able to effect the necessary groundwork for policies. In the 2008 election, Mayor Alice Finall and the other council members ran on a platform of fiscal responsibility and careful budget planning. That council carried through on its promises by establishing expenditure caps on property tax increases, preparing an inventory of district service infrastructure in accordance with provincial directives, and establishing appropriate maintenance and replacement reserves for these essential services. It seems very logical to me to point out that the fiscal principles necessary for the property tax direction this year is due to a foundation laid by the good governance of the previous council. However, the mayor and councillors Celia Stock and Elsie McMurphy quite properly have alerted residents that some of the budget cuts required by the majority of the present council are not sustainable going forward. In my opinion, North Saanich residents will not be deceived by any councillor who takes credit where credit is not due. Barbara Brennan North Saanich

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Burlesque on the bill Adult only dance set for Mary Winspear Centre Christine van Reeuwyk News staff

Passion and Performance will bring a little sensuality to Sidney with its spring showcase at the Mary Winspear Centre. “It’s adults dancing for adults,” said Rachel Paish, owner of Victoria dance studio Passion and Performance. “It’s not going to offend people … it’s just a big compilation of fun sassy stuff. It’s definitely not appropriate for children, but it’s a great, great night for adults.”

Dances will range from performances by wellknown performer Rosie Bits to a beginner chair dance class. “We have over 20 different types of classes and our showcase is all types and levels of dancers,” Paish said. The Pop Culture class will also perform. “You learn the dances from iconic music videos,” Paish explained. “This session is going to be a battle between the N’Sync class and the Britney Spears class.” One of the largest departments at the studio is women’s competitive dance made up of adults who spent their youth dedicated to an art form and didn’t pursue it as a career. “You grow up with a hobby and it’s like an identity,” Paish said. “It’s a skill you’ve developed for at least a decade

and then you’re expected to graduate high school and just drop it. … The idea is you don’t have to get rid of that hobby, it’s like rec league hockey.” The show and the music are uncensored and designed for an adult audience. “There’s going to be breasts on stage,” Paish said. “It’s not overtly offensive, but we don’t take the swear words out of our lyrics. … We don’t censor movement, we don’t sensor our music, we dance as adults.” The show will be held Thursday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Mary Winspear Centre. Get tickets online at www.marywinspear.ca. Learn more about the program at www.passion andperformance.com. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Secondary suites could be key to affordable living There is in Greater Victoria a general consensus that there exists a severe shortage of affordable housing. The problem is bound to grow as developers find it economically impossible to develop purpose-built rental properties. Our land values are simply too high to allow economic rents to be achieved on new rental projects. It is no secret that a simple, low-cost key to solving the

problem is through the increased availability of secondary suites. Numerous homeowners would be delighted to cover $150,000 or more of their mortgage by creating a legal suite to generate extra revenue. Of financial necessity, many already have rental suites, without regard to restrictive bylaws. Across the Capital region, municipalities are gradually coming to grips with the

inevitability and benefit of legalizing secondary suites. Victoria is the most progressive – offering a grant of up to $5,000, toward 25 per cent of the cost of construction of a new suite. Other municipalities are much more tentative in encouraging the evolution of legal secondary suites, restricting them to specific areas, often limiting them to the primary residence, and

not allowing carriage homes to be built. The current hodge-podge of regulations is not only confusing and limiting, but often so frustrating to owners that existing bylaws are simply ignored by many. Municipal administrators admit that in many areas of Greater Victoria almost every street contains homes with secondary suites, many of them illegal. Municipalities generally have a

practice of not enforcing their bylaw when investigating an illegal-suite complaint. If safety is not a factor, they often take no action other than to make a notation on the property’s title that it contains an illegal suite. If a bylaw cannot be enforced, surely it should be amended. Due to a lack of affordable housing on the Peninsula, many businesses experience difficulty attracting employees.

Although Sidney and Central Saanich have developed reasonably progressive policies, more needs to be done. North Saanich, which boasts the largest lot sizes and highest home values on the Peninsula, is still extremely restrictive. If a property has a large enough lot size or backs onto an alleyway, what could be wrong with permitting the homeowner to build an

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Tragedies inspire RCMP to target impaired drivers As with many of my were involved in a crash caused colleagues, I have witnessed the by impaired driving and giving trauma and carnage the heartbreaking that impaired driving news that one lived brings to families and and the other had communities. died was one of the I can’t count how most difficult things many fatal collisions I I have had to do as a have attended, many police officer. of those having been This is the reality caused by impaired of impaired driving. driving. The things It takes so many nobody should have precious loved ones to witness I have from us, yet people Cpl. Chris seen. The things continue to drink Swain nobody should have and drive every day. Red Coat Corner I applaud the efforts to do, I have had to do. of everyone that is I have investigated two infant attempting to take a stand fatalities within six months of against impaired driving, from each other, both caused by legislators, parents and victim impaired driving. One mother groups, to the officers on the was convinced that she was street right down to the person responsible for her daughter’s that witnesses these crimes. death because she had Recently, officers across improperly installed the infant British Columbia were car seat, rather than placing the honoured for each removing blame where it really belonged more than 12 impaired drivers which was with the impaired off of our roadways. They were driver that caused the accident chosen to be part of Alexa’s in the first place. Team recognized for their Telling another mother that contributions in keeping our both her teenaged twin girls streets safe. Being part of

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HELP WANTED

FRIENDLY FRANK 2 NEW chaise lounge mattesses, with covers, off-white design, $80. 250-655-0836.

SMALL POWER washer, $75 obo. Call 250-386-4083. TOILET SET in excellent condition, $30 obo. Please call 250-472-2474.

FUEL/FIREWOOD ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, ďŹ r, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391. SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers ďŹ rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

MEDICAL SUPPLIES 2011 AURIGA 10 Invacare mobility scooter, used summer of 2011, excellent condition. $1995. 250-598-6202.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE HOT TUB, needs new pump, $400. obo. (250)884-2090. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

PATIO TABLE, chairs and umbrella, $95. Call 250-4784703.

ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewellery. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700

HELP WANTED

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER

Merchandiser Needed! PepsiCo Beverages Canada is now hiring dedicated, customer focused individuals to join our leading team in Victoria as a Merchandiser. This role is a Part – Time position. As the newest member of our team, you will bring a valid class 5 license, a vehicle to use for work purposes, a clear driving record and the ability to lift 45 lbs repeatedly. You are dedicated to your customers and want to ensure our product looks great on the shelves and in the coolers at each of your locations. As a valued member of the PBC family, we will provide competitive compensation, a great environment and lots of room for advancement. If this is you, we look forward to meeting you, so please apply on line or by fax today!

604-520-8744 www.pepsico.ca/careers

3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath Townhouse. Renovated baths, new kitchen. $410,000. Adult orientated complex 14+. Unit# 11 – 1950 Cultra Ave.

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$465 K under appraised value Cowichan Lake waterfront 1.7ac 5 BDRM, 3 Bath, Huge Dock, $400,000 OBO Inspection Sat and Sun, May 12-13, 10-5. Home will be sold Sunday night to viewer with highest bid 250-483-4285 to view

CORDOVA BAY. $609,900. 3 bdrm, 3bath. Motivated. Offers. Open Sat. 250-818-5397

BEAR MTN., detached 2 bdrm main level suite, appls incl’d, N/S, pets ok, $1050 mo. Avail immed. (250)589-3202.

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TOWNHOUSES

APARTMENT/CONDO

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SIDNEY: NEW 3 bdrm + den, laundry, NS/NP, $1800. Avail July 1st. Call 250-217-4060.

TRUCKS & VANS 2007 FORD 150 Super Cab, 4 door, 1 year warranty left, hard tonneau cover, 84,000 km, all paved roads, 5.4L, V-8, automatic. $21,000 obo. Call Bruce (250)474-1417.

SOOKE- NEW 3 bdrm, 3 bath town home, 2 car closed in garage, own yard, $1400+ utils. Call (250)478-9843.

GORGE APARTMENTS 215-221, 155, 157 & 243 Gorge Rd. East, Victoria, BC • Access to the Gorge waterway • Beautiful views • Just 2 km from downtown Victoria • Victoria is the ideal place to live • Many choices of floor plans • Close to everything the city has to offer with a lifestyle that is second to none

SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 & up each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Toll Free 1.877.334.2288.

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$$$ BOATS Wanted. Any size. Cash buyer. Also trailers and outboards. 250-544-2628.

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HELP WANTED

Fraser Tolmie Apts 1701 Cedar Hill X Rd 1-877-659-4069 1 and 2 bdrms 1-877-659-4069 www.frasertolmime.ca 1 & 2 Bedrooms 1701 Cedar Hill X Road www.frasertolmime.ca for pics

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.

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Supported, independent living in a bright corner suite, like new, in the heart of historical James Bay, near Inner Harbour. FOR SALE OR RENT!

Qualifications include a firm grasp of grammar, spelling and newspaper style. Previous newspaper reporting experience is an asset. The candidate is expected to be web savvy, both in their use of social media as a reporting tool, and their ability to tell stories in a multi-platform environment, using video, podcasting and other tools. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is important, as is the ability to take and carry out instructions in a timely fashion. Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and social media (Facebook, Twitter) would be considered an asset.

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Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by May 18, 2012 to: Laura Lavin Editor, Oak Bay News Black Press 818 Broughton Street Victoria, B.C. V8W 1E4 or e-mail: llavin@vicnews.com

COLWOOD, 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath. 2 level home with an exceptional view. Mins to Elem & Sec Schools. On bus route. Walk to beach & Royal Roads. N/S. Pets neg. $1800 mo + utils. Call 250-478-8146.

Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

ROOMS FOR RENT

SMALL 3-BDRM house. Newly updated. Large yard, storage shed, W/D. $1400+ utils. Text or call (250)858-2763.

GREAT HOUSING. $425$625. Clean, quiet, comfortable. All incl. 778-977-8288 SIDNEY. FURNISHED room. satellite, laundry, heat, hydro, $500./mo. 250-654-0477.

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CASH PAID FOR ALL VEHICLES in all conditions in all locations

250-885-1427 Call us first & last, we pay the highest fair price for all dead & dying vehicles. Don’t get pimped, junked or otherwise chumped!

TILLICUM AREA, semi furn, shared bath, kitchenette, internet & W/D, $475 incls cable, 250-727-3671 (Leave mess).

KG MOBILE Mechanic. Convenience of having a mechanic at home or on the road. (250)883-0490.

SUITES, LOWER

CARS

BRIGHT, NEWLY renovated 1 bdrm suite in Deep Cove, grd level, separate entrance. F/S, W/D, D/W, appls all new, wood stove & flrs. N/S. $1100 inclusive. (250)656-6138.

2004 SUBARU Impreza TS 2.5 AWD. Silver. 1 owner, 100,000km. exc. cond. $8200. (250)655-1389, (250)655-2157

ESQUIMALT, 1 bdrm + den, bright, very quiet, shared W/D, fenced yard, all utils incl’d, $800. 250-744-3180 before 7.

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191.

ROYAL OAK 2bdrm. $900.+ hydro, near Country Grocer. 250-589-2873, 250-744-2861.

$50-$1000 CASH

ROYAL OAK, grd level 2 bdrm, newly reno’d, close to all amens, W/D, NS/NP, $900 mo, (Immed) 250-704-6613.

For scrap vehicle

SAANICH- LARGE, 2000sq ft, 2 bdrm, lights & heat incld, N/S, N/P, refs, $1100 mo. Avail now. 250-652-0591. VIEW ROYAL, 2 bdrm bsmt suite, N/S, N/P, laundry, F/S, parking. Avail June. 1, $900 mo incls utils, (250)478-5836.

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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

SAANICHTON, 2404 Mt. St. Michael, Sat, May. 12, 9am4pm. Family Garage Sale.

2005 KOMFORT 25 Trailer, great cond, island used only, $16,950 obo. (Selling due to health/senior). (250)656-3575

TILLICUM AREA, 406 Obed Ave., Sat, May 12, 8am-4pm. Something for everyone.

TILLICUM PLANT Sale. 1010 Gosper Cres., Sat, May 12, 9-2. Tomato, pepper, dahlia tubers, geraniums, perennials.

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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

CARPET INSTALLATION

COMPUTER SERVICES

CONTRACTORS

DRAFTING & DESIGN

DRYWALL

ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi

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

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.

BATHROOM REMODELING. “Gemini Baths” Plumb, Elec. Tile, Cabinets. 250-896-9302.

DESIGN FOR PERMIT. w w w. i n t e gra d e s i g n i n c . c o m Call Steven (250) 381-4123.

DRYWALL PROFESSIONAL: Small additions, boarding, taping, repairs, texture spraying, consulting. Soundproof installation;bath/moisture resistance products. Call 250.384.5055. Petrucci’s Drywall.

Certified General Accountant Bookkeeping, Audit, Payroll, HST. Set up & Training. E-File

CLEANING SERVICES

250-477-4601

CARPENTRY

MALTA HOUSECLEANING. BBB. Best rates. Residential/Comm. 250-388-0278

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McGREGOR HOME Repair & Renos. Decks to doors. Small jobs OK. WCB. (250)655-4518

SPOTLESS HOME Cleaning. Affordable, Experienced, Reliable, Efficient. (250)508-1018

TAX

COMPUDOC MOBILE Computer Services. Repairs, tuneups, tutoring, web sites and more. Call 250-886-8053.

BRANTWOOD Pacific Exteriors Gutter, Siding, Soffit, Complete Building Envelope. Free Estimates Call Darren @250 580-9333 or Brantwood Construction.com

CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitch/bath, wood floor, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877

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DRYWALL AARON’S RENO’S Drywall, taping, texture. Insured/bonded. Free est. 250-880-0525.

ELECTRICAL

MUD on the RUN. Small drywall repairs, textures & renovations. Ross, (250)812-4879.

250-361-6193. QUALITY Electric. Expert: new homes &renos. No job too sm#22779.

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GARDENING

HANDYPERSONS

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AL’S AVAILABLE to update your home. Kitchens, baths, basements, etc. Licensed & Insured. Al 250-415-1397.

AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550. KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991. NORTHERN SUN Electric Comm/Res. $35/hr. Work Guaranteed. Any size job. (250)888-6160. Lic#13981.

FENCING ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.

INFINITY FENCING LTD Chain link colour packages, Ornamental, Wood & Farm fencing. Residential & Commercial Free Estimates For all your fencing needs, please call

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Accepting New clients Landscape & gardens Design & Installation Decks Fences Ponds Gardens Patio’s Fully Insured

ACTION YARD CARE. 15 + years exp. Rubbish removal. Mulch, etc. Quality work. Free estimates. 250-744-6918. ARE YOU in need of a professional, qualified, residential or commercial gardener? www. glenwood gardenworks.com AURICLE LAWNS- Spring clean up lawns, garden, hedge pruning, rototill. 250-882-3129

FURNITURE REFINISHING. Specializing in small items, end-tables, coffee tables, chairs. Free pick-up & delivery. References available. 250-475-1462.

GARDENING 10% OFF. Aerate, Rototill, Mowing, Hedge / Shrub trimming, clean-up. 250-479-6495 21YRS EXP Garden clean-ups weeding, etc. All areas of city. $25/hr. No tax. 250-656-7045. 250-208-8535 WOODCHUCK: Neglected garden? Spring clean-ups, hedges, power raking, aerating, weed/moss stump, blackberry & ivy removal. 24yrs exp. WCB.

IFIX HANDYMAN Services. Household repairs and renovations. Free estimates. Call Denis at 250-634-8086 or email: denisifix@gmail.com

CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164.

WE-CUT-LAWNS

RECYCLING.

HIRE-A-HUSBAND, 250-5144829. Specialize in bath/ kitchen reno’s & accessibility. Serving Victoria for 23yrs.

$20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279.

(Peninsula Lawn and Garden services.) “Don’t let the grass grow under your feet.” Call us at 250-655-1956.

HAULING AND SALVAGE HAULING & 250-889-5794.

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Lawns, fences, pruning, flooring, painting, drywall, small renos. Mike/Chris 250-656-8961

HAULING AND SALVAGE

QUALITY CEDAR fencing, decks and installation, pressure washing. For better prices & quotes call Westcoast Fencing. 250-588-5920. STEPS, DECKS, Fence, new repairs, rot, mould, painting, concrete, brick. 250-588-3744.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

BIG BEAR Handyman & Painting Services. No job too small. Free Estimates. Senior discounts. Barry 250-896-6071

YOUNG SENIOR Handyman. Household repairs. Will assist do-it-yourselfers. Call Fred, 250-888-5345.

250-415-9771

FURNITURE REFINISHING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774 SMART GUYS Hauling. Garden waste, junk removal, clean-ups, etc. Reliable, courteous service. 250-544-0611 or 250-889-1051.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FAMILY MAN Hauling. Prompt, Courteous. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.

GUTTER CLEANING. Repairs, Maintenance, Gutterguard, Leaf traps. Grand Xterior Cleaning Services. WCB Insured. Call 250-380-7778. PERIMETER EXTERIORS. Gutter Cleaning, Repairs, Demossing, Upgrades. WCB, Free estimates. 250-881-2440.

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M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Patio’s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-213-5204.

IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS SUMMIT IRRIGATION Services. Certified sprinkler systems. Property maintenance, more. Call James at 250-883-1041.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MASONRY & BRICKWORK

PAINTING

PRESSURE WASHING

CBS MASONRY BBB A+ Accredited Business. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Patios, Sidewalk Repair. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! “Quality is our Guarantee”. Free Competitive Estimates. Call (250)294-9942 or 250-589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com CBS MASONRY BBB A+. Chimney, Fireplaces, Rock, Flagstone, Concrete, Pavers, Repair, Rebuild, Renew. “Quality is our Guarantee.” Free Competitive Est’s. Call (250) 294-9942/589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com ROMAX MASONRY. Exp’d & Professional. Chimneys, Brick Veneer, Rockwork, Cultured Stone, Interlocking Paving. Fully insured. Estimates. Call 250-588-9471 - 250-882-5181

DRYWALL REPAIRS & HOUSE PAINTING. Free estimates. If you, your family or friends need any of the above give Joseph Bronson a call 250-686-0663. Reasonable rates in a tight economy. I take pride in the end results.

DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.

MOVING & STORAGE 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. DIAMOND MOVING. 1 ton 2 ton. Prices starting at $85/hr. Call 250-220-0734. MALTA MOVING. Best Rates. BBB Member. Residential/ Commercial. (250)388-0278.

PAINTING

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS 250-889-5794. DIAMOND DAVE Gutter Cleaning. Thorough Job at a Fair Price! Repairs, gutter guard, power/window washing, roof de-moss. Free no obligation estimates.

250.388.3535

ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Painting. Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years experience. 250-382-3694. A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wallcoverings. Over 25 yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. BIG BEAR Painting & Handyman Services. No job too small. Free Estimates. Senior discounts. Barry 250-896-6071 BLAINE’S PAINTING- Quality workmanship. $20 hr, 20 yrs exp. Blaine, 250-580-2602. TOP NOTCH PAINTINGOver 25yrs exp. Interior/Exterior, Residential Reliable, Reasonable and Friendly Service. Call Brad 250-580-5542.

LADY PAINTER Serving the Peninsula for over 20 yrs. Interior/exterior. Call Bernice, 250-655-1127.

SAFEWAY PAINTING

High quality, Organized. Interior/Exterior Residential/Commercial Jeff, 250-472-6660 Cell 250-889-7715 Member BBB

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

STUCCO/SIDING RE-STUCCO & HARDY Plank/Painting Specialist. 50 years experience. Free estimates. Dan, 250-391-9851.

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

TREE SERVICES

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

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15% SENIORS DISCOUNT YOUR PERSONAL Interior Painter. No Job too Big or Too Small. Call Gilbert today for free quote. (250)886-6446.

PLUMBING FELIX PLUMBING. Over 35 years experience. Reasonable rates. Call 250-514-2376. FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.

UPHOLSTERER work. Your fabric 250-480-7937.

BLAINE’S WINDOW WASHING. Serving Sidney & Brentwood since 1983. Average house $35. 250-656-1475 DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping Roofs, Pressure Washing, Roof Demossing. Call 250361-6190.

WINDOWS ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Windows Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years Construction experience. 250-382-3694.

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KERRY’S GAS & PLUMBING SERVICESRepair, maintenance & install. 250-360-7663.

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Call for Suppliers SNC-Lavalin is a key player in the marine industry. For the past 17 years, SNC-Lavalin has successfully managed the Royal Canadian Navy’s Minor Warships and Auxiliary Vessels in-service support contracts. SNC-Lavalin is reaching out to service providers with a minimum of 5 years experience in the marine industry to compete for Standing Offer Agreements (SOA) for the second line maintenance and third line repair and overhaul of hull, mechanical, electrical/ electronics systems for approximately 50 vessels, divided between Halifax, NS and Esquimalt, BC. The term of the SOA is typically three years. This septic tanker crashed and rolled across the TransCanada Highway Wednesday, May 2. The driver escaped with minor injuries.

Companies interested in registering with SNC-Lavalin to receive more information on the SOA competitions should write to SOA@sldpi.com

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No lasting impact from sewage truck spill on Trans-Canada You might say stuff happens. The Ministry of Environment said there was no significant environmental impact from roughly 1,500 litres of sewage that spilled when a truck crashed on the Trans Canada Highway on May 2. The ministry’s assessment is based on “the location, containment and cleanup activities.” Craigflower Creek is about one kilometre from the crash site and was not affected. The closest body of water, Thetis Lake, is uphill from the crash site and half a kilometre away and had no contact with the spill. The truck was carrying 5,400 litres of sewage when the driver lost control just past the Colwood exit. Fire crews and environmental contractors led the cleanup at the time of the incident. All spilled sewage has now been cleaned up. news@goldstreamgazette.com

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Rob Chaulk came to one of my events in the Spring of 2008. He grew up in a family with a poor dad, and a rich dad (his uncle). So Rob had been given a good start on his money education. But it wasn’t enough. Rob was a hard worker that knew his job wasn’t going to make life any easier. He held careers in the energy and industrial sector. He dabbled in some businesses along the way in the restaurant and towing business. When Rob read Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki, he took it seriously and within 30 days he bought his first rental property. He was hooked. He put together a plan for 10 properties in 10 years... his key to retirement. Right around this same time he had lunch with his rich dad (his multimillionaire uncle). Not exactly an easy guy to talk to, his uncle “Frank” was self-made and not easy to approach about money. But Rob did

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Rob Chaulk As Rob says “Money is just the scorecard. When you understand the rules of the game - and how the game works - the money will find you! Now it’s my turn to pass on my knowledge and experience.” While he was building his portfolio of properties, Rob also took his health very seriously. Rob was overweight, had sleep apnea and was sluggish every waking hour. After dropping over 100 pounds Rob found a new lifestyle that had been long lost, and a money mindset that continues to help him and his family with all of the retirement and dreams. Is it your turn to master the money mindset? I am proud to share that my system has worked for everyone who aggressively applied it. You could be the one with a large real estate portfolio and a business or two that runs without you. ...Many people are broke, and will stay that way for the rest of their life. My company has organized an event coming up in your city and I would like you to join us. There is no cost to attend. My team is here to make sure you get the tools

Discover how anyone, no matter how dire their circumstances, can go from rags to riches in 5 years or less. My students and business partners are prime examples of how you can start with nothing and build a very healthy investment portfolio and business in 5 years or less. The best part? We don’t just show you what to do... you get the formula to go as fast as you like, and can handle. Most seminars share the what – not the how. We show you both with specific examples, formulas and resources to get you there on your own pace.

member with you and enjoy the journey to wealth as a team. When you reserve your seat at this event, just mention who you want to bring and we will also give you a CD that sells for $39.95. Nothing good is ever FREE... right? Wrong. I know you may be sceptical because we aren’t charging you for this event. Think about this. Rob started off at a free event just like this. He heard about an event just like this put on by my company. He attended and absorbed every ounce of information shared, and took MASSIVE ACTION. He is now financially independent and able to live life on his own terms. What should you do next? Pick up your phone and dial 1-877-742-4236 or visit our website at www.BCFastTrack.com and reserve your seat there. Find one or more friends or family members who want out of the rat race like you do... and get them a seat booked as well. Last? Don’t let anyone discourage you or get in your way. Real independence starts when you learn to ignore all the negative people in your life who don’t want you to succeed. Make sure you show up, take lots of notes, and immediately start putting these ideas into action. If a completely unknown individual can be in the same situation you are and become financially independent in 5 years or less... why can’t you? This is the real deal and I have gone from $0 to $100 million in revenues in just 10 years using these strategies... my students are proof that my techniques work everywhere, for anyone who is willing to take action. Stop what you are doing right now and get your seat booked. Dial 1-877-742-4236 or visit our website at www.BCFastTrack.com and reserve your seat.

*Darren Weeks is not always the presenter at Fast Track events

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FREE events at 12 pm and 7 pm. Call 1-877-RICH CDN (1-877-742-4236) Victoria Monday, May 14, 2012

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Nanaimo Wednesday, May 16, 2012 The Coast Bastion Inn 11 Bastion Street

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