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Market might move Meanwhile, Sidney plans to issue RFP for a new market Devon MacKenzie News staff

GAMES KICKOFF Today marks the opening of the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England. More than a dozen homegrown athletes and many who train here are competing. ■ Past gold medal winner Simon Whitfield considers what will be his final chance at an Olympic triathlon medal. Page A3 ■ Parents of past and current Olympians talk about the emotional ups and downs of watching their children compete. Page A6, A15

Triathlete Simon Whitfield looks down the road to another Olympic race, this time in London on Aug. 7. Larry Rosa photo

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The Sidney Business Association is looking into new venues to host the Sidney summer market, but isn’t willing yet to discuss where that may be. “Of course we wish to stay where we are. We would lose ground by moving, but you don’t want to leave all your eggs in one basket if that basket is crumbling,” said SBA president Ross Macfarlane. “We’ve made a couple of inquiries, but we aren’t ready to discuss the locations of them yet.” In April, town council terminated the SBA’s contract to run the market, but when the SBA’s lawyer presented potential legal costs to the town, that decision was reversed. On July 4, the town gave the legally required six months’ notice to the SBA of the cancellation of their contract. “At the end of the day we hope there will be some level of comprehension reached [by the Town of Sidney], but until then we want to consider our options,” said Macfarlane. Meanwhile, the Town of Sidney plans to issue a request for proposals from organizations to run a market in the town. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Victoria-based triathlete Simon Whitfield pauses during a cycling trip in Arizona in 2011. Whitfield, 37, will be in tough against younger competitors in London, but is still considered a threat to medal.

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out by Hamilton’s Colin Jenkins at Beijing in 2008. Jenkins paced Whitfield in the swim and for a portion of the bike, with a plan of conserving Whitfield’s energy. Consensus is it worked, as Whitfield surged from behind to take first in the final kilometre, only to fade in the final 200 metres. Jenkins finished 50th. This time Whitfield is joined by Brent McMahon, a North Vancouver transplant to Victoria, and Oakville, Ont. native Kyle Jones. But as obvious as it might seem, Triathlon Canada’s executive director Alan Trivett said tactics are a last-minute decision. “There’s not going to be a team strategy to employ this time. If they’re in a chase pack on the bike, they’ll work together or protect each other on the course.” However, McMahon, a veteran of the 2004 Olympics, told Black Press earlier this year that decisions on Olympic racing strategies are made close to the time of the race, depending on who is in the best form. Triathlon is an unpredictable sport, where years of disciplined training can go out the window by a kick in the face during the swim, a trip during the transition out of the wetsuit or a wellexecuted team strategy. “It’s often about what happens on the day,” McMahon said. “That’s what triathlons are.” And no one is better at preparing himself for the day than Whitfield. sports@vicnews.com

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CS: learn from Sidney debacle Say the word “zoning” and watch how many people start to snore. It’s true – zoning sounds like a bore. But it can have serious impacts for property owners. Take the lesson learned in Sidney recently. Residents read advertisements and an article in this paper saying the town was about to change its zoning bylaw. Open houses were held and feedback was encouraged, but residents showed little interest. When all was said and done and the zoning changed, folks finally woke up and realized what they should have paid attention to all along: their homes were affected by this perceived snooze-enducing document. There were protests and lawyers got involved, bringing that council to review the decisions it had already made. Property owners in Central Saanich, take note. Your municipality is conducting a densification study and feedback thus far has been meagre. One open house had just 35 residents attend. That’s not enough to build a document that could so seriously affect people’s homes, council says, and we agree. Luckily, Central Saanich is postponing any further movement on the issue of densification until adequate feedback is received. Now is the time to get involved, not after any zoning bylaws that may come of the densification study are approved. Take notice of what your elected council is considering for the community where you live. Speak with councillors and ask questions of staff. It’s better to know beforehand than to be caught dumbfounded in the aftermath.

Thoughts are with Olympians As the Olympic torch is lit in London today and athletes begin competing on a global stage, our thoughts and hopes are with those who we’ve found training on our lakes, roadways and nearby gymnasiums. We wish Island Olympians and all the Canadians the best of luck as they pursue their dreams and represent their country with pride. 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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Missing out on reality in life I may have been watching too – there were kings and kids and much television lately. HBO to be kids of kings, knights and knaves more specific. and knaves with knives. But after a The recent drab days of summer half-dozen episodes I was still trying found me lazing on the to figure out who the couch in front of the TV, real king was and why I remote in one hand, bag should care. of Cheezies in the other, So off I flicked to find stretchy yoga pants on, Veep. Julia Louis-Dreyfus, cup of tea by my side, Emmy award winner fluffy pillow under one for Seinfeld and The elbow, hair firmly planted New Adventures of Old in a sloppy bun atop my Christine, should be funny, head. I was ready to take I thought. And it was. on the PVR (personal Veep follows Louisvideo recorder). Dreyfus as the viceLaura Lavin For those of you president of the United Equilibrium without one of these States, a hurried, harried, revolutionary devices, harassed character may I say you are living in the who buzzes through her days in dark ages, deprived of the ability sleek suits and Prada pumps. Her to watch TV and movies at your aides, communications people and leisure. assistants pop in and out, throwing With a PVR there is no more verbal zingers and helping her put missing a word of what “Erica” said out political fires – most of which to “Adam,” or missing the end of she starts herself. the Movie of the Week because you Around the dial again and we fell asleep in your chair before 11. come to Girls, the HBO version of A world of mind-boggling the early days of Friends – but with “entertainment” awaits your a lot more sex. A lot more. A lot. command. Whenever you desire, Really. your program of choice can be If young 20-somethings are found, played, rewound and viewed engaging in as much sex as this again. It’s a bit too much, actually. group of four friends, I don’t know Round and round the dial you go how they manage to keep a job, let (although in the new reality of TV alone find time to grocery shop or viewing, there is no dial with which pay the electric bill. to go around) until you find the And again with the verbal amusement of your choice. Mine sparring. One witty remark is was the demon HBO. returned with another and almost From funny to gory, that channel every other word is blue. Navy has it all, in starkly realistic terms. blue if you know what I mean: Well, maybe not quite so realistic. vulgar, naughty, dirty, filthy, coarse, After a few episodes of Game of X-rated, off-colour, profane … you Thrones, I still couldn’t see what name it, they say it. all the fuss was about. Or, more On Veep too. accurately, who the fuss was about If you’re looking for funny Elaine

from Seinfeld – you’re in for a shock. In the new no-holds barred arena of subscription programming, there is plenty of nudity, sleazy talk and good old fashioned cursing. Television has come a long way since Desi and Lucy slept in twin beds. But it’s not the nature of the shows that stuck with me. It was the attitude they conveyed. These programs that are exclusive to the cable channels have the liberty to show life in a more realistic manner. But how realistic is it? Sure we swear occasionally, we use the bathroom, we take off our clothes and if we are lucky, we have sex too. But do we talk about it in the office afterward? Do we share all the dirty details of our personal lives with our friends or co-workers? I don’t remember ever doing that, let alone the last time I had a screaming match at work or ran down the hallway with my shoes in my hand to get to a meeting I was late for. Watching the adrenaline rush of vice-president Selina Meyer’s office in Veep is addictive. Lines such as “I don’t have time to ignore you,” “Hey, hey it’s the flunkies,” and “OK kittens, time to get drowned,” leave my office feeling dull, flat and boring. Just once I’d like to hear some snappy rejoinders or be witness to a nasty dust-up between co-workers. Just as long as they make up before the next episode. Or maybe I’ll just start watching The Newsroom. Laura Lavin is the editor of the Oak Bay News. editor@oakbaynews.com

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LETTERS Readers hop on Sidney rabbit debate I feel compelled to jump into the current “bunny” debate. I’ve lived on Resthaven Drive for over 20 years and this year, for the first time, I saw a cute little bunny on my front lawn. It was tame and obviously had evolved from being someone’s pet. I also own a warehouse in West Sidney and can say that rabbits are already a problem there. It’s just a matter of time before all the urban gardeners on the other side of the highway are trying to cope with these cute little rodents destroying our attempts to grow more of our own food at home. While I do believe in cultivating more produce locally, I really feel that council should take a hop back on this issue and focus more on encouraging gardening and supporting our local farmers. Rabbits are too cute for our own good and unfortunately many would escape the kitchen pot because novice and well meaning folks would not have the heart to slaughter them when the time came. Many will end up exactly where we don’t want them and in fact it’s already happen-

ing. Anyone who thinks otherwise should take a walk in West Sidney in the evening to see UVic revisited. Let’s look at other ways to keep our diet local and not give farmers one more headache on top of the destruction they already face by Canada geese, deer and urban sprawl. Community garden plots would be an excellent start and many other initiatives that I’ve seen in places like Portland, Ore. I voted for the current mayor and council of Sidney but I’m starting to have my doubts about whether they really are listening to the residents of this town. G. MacKay Sidney ■■■ So much talk about little rabbits. I am not a proponent of allowing rabbits in Sidney. In fact, the complex I live in currently has one wild (likely previously owned) lonely rabbit that has been here for a couple of years. Although, to my knowledge it has not

Readers respond: Woodwynn should follow rules like everyone else Tent Village must go. Central Saanich council is being jerked around here. This camp is a flagrant and blatant disregard for the law and shows disrespect for neighbours. If allowed to continue to the obvious conclusion the organizers want, it may have brought an appeasement by council to avoid looking bad on how they treat this situation. I for one have never been enamoured by the project and this camp-out attempt to manoeuver council has done nothing to encourage my support for the Woodwynn homeless project, probably the reverse. I hope Central Saanich resi-

caused any grief, I am very aware of the damage they can do apart from the multiplying that can take place in a short period of time if the bunny found a partner. When I was growing up on a working farm, rabbits were seen as a hazard to the outbuildings. They tunnel under and could make structures unstable. So, to keep the buildings sound we would cull them regularly. Anyone living on the west side of Sidney near Henry Avenue can see evidence of their ability to multiply. The rabbits have burrowed holes and live in the side (above the ditch) of the Pat Bay Highway. I called the Ministry of Transportation and the woman laughed at my suggestion that they should look into this. I know people have good intentions when they buy a rabbit as a pet. Often they don’t look into the costs (prior to purchase) necessary to assure it is sterilized. Finally, unlike most dogs and cats, rabbits don’t come when you call them after they have gotten loose. So the moral of this story is: It is too

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dents will rally together to see that the charity follows the rules and that ultimately both can work together in mutual respect. Geoff Hillier North Saanich

purpose. Bylaws should not be changed to suit one individual’s needs. The community at large should be considered. Doug Adams Saanich

Lochside Trail becoming Adding 30 MPs overrun with truck traffic ineffective, agrees May As a frequent user of Lochside Trail, I find the section off of Martindale Road has become increasingly more dangerous. The trail has become a trucking route to a composting facility being built on agricultural land. Commercial composting should not be allowed on agricultural, recreational or in residential neighbourhoods. There are commercial industrial areas for this

I could not agree more with Harry Atkinson of Sidney, “Adding 30 costly MPs inefficient, excessive” (Letters, July 13) As your Member of Parliament, I want you to know that I opposed adding 30 new MPs. The Green Party president testified to the parliamentary committee offering a different approach to redistribute seats to better reflect the shifts in population.

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late to close the door once the rabbit has bolted. Erika Kanczula Sidney ■■■ Re: Only takes a few careless rabbit owners to spawn infestation (Letters, July 20) Does Chris Brown live in Sidney or Quadra-McKenzie? And how does Mr. Brown know those are abandoned pets and not wild rabbits? Also, as a lifelong 30-year West Sidney resident and a frequenter of Reay Creek park, I have never seen a rabbit anywhere in Sidney. I stand by my valid point in my previous letter to the editor that a simple solution is a mandatory spay/neuter requirement for pet rabbit ownership. If Chris Brown suspects some nefarious pet owner is trying to skirt the law in some kind of black market rabbit breeding ring, he can phone bylaw enforcement to come check their rabbit licence. Noel Gagnon Sidney

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As well, I spoke in the House and twice suggested that, if the Conservatives insisted on adding 30 new MPs, the least we should do would be to accept a pay cut of $20,000 per year each. By doing so, at least the salary and office costs of the new MPs would be offset. The reaction was fascinating. While some Conservative MPs across the aisle applauded my proposal, the Conservative speaking at the time replied that they would “let the Board of Internal Economy know that the member for Saanich-Gulf Islands does not need her salary.” The second time I proposed it, the response (from a different Conservative MP) was that this was “the price of democracy.” I

think Mr. Atkinson’s letter makes short work of that rationalization. Elizabeth E. May MP, Saanich-Gulf Islands

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Anne and Terry Light remember well the excited phone call they received from rowing coaches at Stelly’s secondary following open tryouts for the school’s rowing team. Their son Kevin, a Grade 12 student at the time, had never been on a rowing machine until that day, when he sat down and beat all existing team members during his first attempt. “They called us from the car, beyond excited,” said Terry. “They latched on to this athlete.” As Kevin, now a gold medallist for Canada in men’s eight rowing, built his rowing career at Stelly’s and later the Univer-

sity of Victoria, the Lights were drawn into a close-knit network of rowing families. After world championship wins in 2002 and 2003, Anne and Terry travelled with other family members of the men’s eight team to watch what they were confident would be a gold medal heat in Athens. The team finished fifth. “As newbie Olympic parents, going on past record, we were thinking, ‘Of course they’ll just get in the boat and win like they always win and wouldn’t that be terrific?’” Anne said. “All of a sudden they’re not winning and all of a sudden they’re falling behind and what’s going on? “You bury your head in your hands and think this can’t be happening, but it was in fact

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Sidney residents packed council chambers Tuesday night to hear whether council would agree to amend the town’s recently changed zoning bylaw. Sidney Mayor Larry Cross stated council has learned “a great deal” from their failure to clearly notify the public about the bylaw changes. He said that in the future, residents would be notified with a letter. Council’s decision to amend the zoning bylaw will have properties currently considered non-conforming back to legal conforming status, he said. “We’re in the process of changing [the bylaw],” Cross said Wednesday, adding council hopes to have the amendment approved soon after the midAugust public hearing.

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Woodwynn camp could come down Devon MacKenzie News staff

The temporary homeless camp at Woodwynn Farms may be on its last legs after Central Saanich council announced Monday night that it would take action against Richard Leblanc’s latest project. “We now have documented complaints and we will take action on the bylaw,” said Coun. Cathie Ounsted, who was acting mayor during that portion of the council meeting. Mayor Alastair Bryson, who lives on a property adjacent to Woodwynn, excused himself from the council chambers citing a conflict of interest. Previously the municipality said there had been no complaints from residents about the farm setting up the camp and therefore the bylaw wasn’t rigidly enforced. Since then, several letters came in to the district with complaints.

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Woodwynn Farms is home to small tent camp that could be dismantled since residents have complained. Leblanc, the farm’s executive director, said Woodwynn had yet to receive any complaints directed to them. “We haven’t heard from anyone complaining about noise or anything,” he said. “And you’d think if there were any major concerns about safety or fire that they’d be moving more quickly. But at this point we haven’t heard anything from [the municipality] so we’re just waiting to see what happens and we’ll take our next steps from there.” Leblanc and members of the Creating Homefulness Society, which runs the farm, set up the camp that was designed to take in almost 100 homeless people at Woodwynn in the first week of July. The handful of tents being set up was a response to the farm being denied approval from the Agricultural Land Commission to run programs and house homeless on Agricultural Land Reserve land. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Heavy flea infestation kills cat, owner charged Don Descoteau News staff

A woman was charged with animal cruelty when a heavily flea-infested and sickly cat rescued from a Victoria residence died in March. A veterinarian who arrived at the home after being called by a family member was told the three-year-old Persian hadn’t eaten in four days and was lying in its box howling in pain, according to the vet’s report. The cat, which was lethargic and unresponsive, died of cardiac arrest a short time after the intervention, having lost blood and suffered other complications due to the flea infestation, said B.C. SPCA special constable Erika Paul. She admitted the case may not have been uncovered had the veterinarian not been called to check on the cat. “Most of our investigations are complaint driven,” Paul said. While fleas are common around Greater Victoria, serious infestations can be easy to spot, she said, by the animal constantly scratching, as well as humans sustaining flea bites. Infestations leading to death are more common in younger animals whose immune systems are not as developed. Maureen Silva, charged Tuesday after an investigation, makes her first court appearance Aug. 29 for animal cruelty under the Criminal Code and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. If found guilty, she faces a fine of up to $10,000, a maximum of 18 months jail time and a prohibition on owning animals. editor@vicnews.com

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Help available to victims of domestic violence

When I first heard the term domestic violence illness and access to weapons. or violence in relationships as it is now referred In many domestic violence cases, the victim to, I had no idea how common it is. On my first is reluctant to co-operate. As a result, police shift as a police officer I attended two examine all corroborative evidence serious domestic violence assaults to support charges in the absence and realized very quickly that it is an of a victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s testimony (similar to unfortunate reality for many people. a homicide investigation). In B.C., It occurs within every socio-economic police do not have the discretion to demographic and a victim is often resolve these matters informally. When assaulted several times prior to calling evidence exists that a crime related to for help. domestic violence has been committed, The emotionally charged and highly the police have no choice but to enter unpredictable nature of these calls into an investigation. This involves makes them extremely dangerous for arresting the primary aggressor and victims and for police. In one case I Cpl. Erin Fraser recommending he or she be charged investigated, a man had thrown his criminally. A safety plan is established The Mountie Post for the victim and the Ministry of girlfriend around so violently that her body broke a wooden table in half. Children and Families may become The victim was unconscious and badly injured involved if children were present. Upon his or when we arrived and was subsequently rushed her release from custody, an offender is given a to hospital by ambulance. When she regained court date and placed on stringent conditions consciousness she fled from the hospital on foot such as no contact with the victim or a no-go to as she was so afraid of what her boyfriend would the victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residence. Once these conditions are do to her if he found her. in place, the police have no authority to remove Domestic violence cycles through predictable or modify them. Ultimately, Crown counsel phases and has a tendency to get worse over determines whether the charge approval has time. Sometimes it can be deadly. Between 2003 been met and whether prosecution is required in and 2008, 73 of the 605 homicides in B.C. were the public interest. attributed to domestic violence. Overall, these investigations are lengthy and Based on recommendations and to promote complex and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important for victims of these victim safety, the B.C. Ministry for Public Safety crimes to know that there is help out there. We and Solicitor General mandated certain policies, work closely with police-based and communityprocedures and referral protocols for incidents based victim service providers to ensure victim of violence in relationships. This included safety and prevent further harm. standardized domestic violence training for all Cpl. Erin Fraser is a supervisor and the media police in B.C. liaison officer for the Sidney North Saanich RCMP. Nowadays, police officers conduct systematic and comprehensive risk assessments in every domestic violence case they attend. Police examine factors such as relationship history, severity of the crime, victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perception of their safety, cultural and marginalization factors, offenderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s propensity for future violence, court orders, alcohol or drug use, history of mental

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Two drivers banned after drinking Central Saanich police nabbed two drinking drivers within an hour during a routine roadblock at the corner of Stellyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s X and East Saanich roads last weekend. Just before 11 p.m. on July 21, a 22-year-old Central Saanich man admitted to consuming alcohol before driving. He was given a roadside screening test and blew a low reading, but as he still had his new driver status, he was driving contrary to his restrictions. The man was given a 12 hour roadside prohibition and a ticket for driving contrary to his licence. Just an hour later, at the same roadblock, officers noted the smell of alcohol on a 30-yearold Central Saanich woman. She claimed to not have been drinking, but a roadside screening test indicated a fail twice and she was issued a 30 day vehicle impound and a 90 day driving ban.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: ESTATE OF DAVID BROUGHAL HAMILTON, late of VICTORIA, BC, DECEASED. NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send them to the undersigned Executor at 1321 Blanshard Street, Suite 402, P.O. Box 8043, Victoria, BC V8W 3R7, before the 5th day of September, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which it then has notice. The Bank of Nova Scotia Trust Company, Executor By its Solicitors, HORNE COUPAR

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: THE ESTATE OF MARGARET ELLEN WINTELER, DECEASED, formerly of 9321 Trailcreek Drive, Sidney, British Columbia Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Margaret Ellen Winteler, Deceased, are hereby notiďŹ ed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor at Henley & Walden LLP, #201-2377 Bevan Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 4M9, on or before the 24th August, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the said Estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. James R. Fowler, Executor HENLEY & WALDEN LLP Barristers and Solicitors 201 - 2377 Bevan Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia V8L 4M9

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: THE ESTATE OF HANNELORE KIRCHNER, also known as HANNELORE KIRCHNER-WALDIN, formerly of 210 - 2550 Bevan Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 5Y5 Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Hannelore Kirchner, also known as Hannelore Kirchner-Waldin, Deceased, are hereby notiďŹ ed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor at Henley & Walden, #201-2377 Bevan Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 4M9, on or before August 27, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the said Estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. Michael A. Walden, Executor HENLEY & WALDEN Barristers and Solicitors 201 - 2377 Bevan Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia V8L 4M9

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HELP WANTED

LOST AND FOUND FOUND CAR keys, menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s facility CraigďŹ&#x201A;ower Park. Call 250-383-7448. FOUND: DIGITAL Canon camera, corner of Rhodonite and Townsend (Sooke), July 14th. Call (250)642-6709. FOUND: KEY, black car key (â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;pricesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;), found Oakdown Park, June 30. (250)595-5900 FOUND: SET of keys, by Johnson St. bridge, call 250480-3285 to claim. LOST: 3 ladies rings in small plastic bag, sentimental value, reward. Call (250)544-4809. LOST: KEYS on chain w/ beaded crocodile charm at the Esquimalt Lagoon, July 18. Call (250)474-4353. MUCH loved stuffed animals symbolizing departed pets, Amber and Dixie. May have fallen from car in black garbage bag on May 20. Anywhere east of 8400-block West Coast Road. 250-642-5566 604319-7864 604-737-1980 604-8790436

STOLEN: BRODIE HELLION AND SIMS OATH BMX BIKES. Locks cut and taken from home in Colwood. Brodie Hellion is silver/grey with spray painted red maple leaf, ďŹ ve years old, much loved and used for transportation to work. Sims is black with purple rims and black pegs, brand new. Please call Westshore RCMP 250-474-2264 ďŹ le #2012-10190. Cash reward, 250-514-4142.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES AUTOMOTIVE SCRATCH & Chip Repair. Lucrative. Easy to learn mobile. Exclusive territory. Income Potential $100/hr. Very low operating expenses. F/T or PT. 1(250)686-0808.

BUSINESS FOR SALE Magazine publishing company for ambitious, outgoing entrepreneurs. Fun, Lucrative. Startup Capital Required. We Teach & Provide Content.

1-888-406-1253 MAKE A FORTUNE with $3000, we know how. Free info pack. Call (250)590-9634. SERIOUS RETIREMENT Impact. Home based business online. Flexible hours FREE training. www.project4wellness.com

HELP WANTED MS Society - Manager, Development The MS Society of Canada, South Vancouver Island Chapter is looking for a Manager of Development to join our team in September 2012. For a detailed job description and contact information please see www.mssociety.ca/ chapters/svic

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THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: â&#x20AC;˘ Grapple Yarder Operators â&#x20AC;˘ Hooktender â&#x20AC;˘ Line Machine Operator â&#x20AC;˘ Chaser â&#x20AC;˘ 2nd Loader Buckerman â&#x20AC;˘ Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers â&#x20AC;˘ Excavator Operator with Logging Road Construction Experience â&#x20AC;˘ CertiďŹ ed Driller/Blaster â&#x20AC;˘ Heavy Duty Mechanics Full time with union rates/beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED SOCIAL WORKER, RN and ACTIVITY WORKER Sunridge Place, a Residential Complex Care facility in Duncan is recruiting for a casual Registered Nurse, a regular part-time Social Worker, and a casual Activity Worker. If you wish to be part of an enthusiastic team who are making a difference in the lives of seniors, please send your resume to: apply@sunridgeplace.ca Thank you to all applicants for your interest in Sunridge Place, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

SECURITY OFFICER required immediately. Part time permanent high proďŹ le site. Weekdays Monday to Friday. 2pm6pm. Must have valid security workers licence. Email resume to: hr@footprintssecurity.com

HELP WANTED

Editor

Peninsula News Review The award-winning Peninsula News Review has an opening for an editor in their two-person newsroom, commencing immediately. The successful candidate will possess an attention to detail as well as the ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment. As well as editing copy and paginating pages, the successful candidate can expect to produce news copy and editorials, take photographs, attend events and generate story ideas. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is vital. The ability to organize copy and supervise the production of special supplements is also required. The editor will also be expected to work closely with the publisher and staff in production and advertising. You have a passion for, and are comfortable with, all aspects of multimedia journalism. You have a track record of turning around well-written, fact-based, concise, well-produced content quickly, for posting online that day â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with collateral (text, photos and video). You have demonstrable skills in all aspects of web journalism: â&#x20AC;˘Search-engine optimization of all content; â&#x20AC;˘Content curation; â&#x20AC;˘Social media (Facebook, Twitter) as both research tools, and trafďŹ c generators â&#x20AC;&#x201C; listening and participating in the conversation; â&#x20AC;˘Web management systems. The Peninsula News Review, a Black Press publication, covers the vibrant and growing communities of the Saanich Peninsula on Vancouver Island. Please forward your cover letter and resumĂŠ by August 3, 2012 to: Peninsula News Review Attention: Jim Parker 6-9843 Second Street Sidney, BC V8L 3C7 Phone. 250.656.1151 or Fax. 250.656.5526 publisher@peninsulanewsreview.com

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PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, July 27, 2012 PERSONAL SERVICES HELP WANTED

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Attention Toyota Product Advisors

ALPINE TOYOTA

YAMAHA ELECTONE Organ C35, good condition, great for home, hall or church. Asking $2500. Call 250-386-9881 (afternoon or evenings.

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 NEED A Business or Personal Loan? Get a Business start up Loan for up to $5 million bankruptcy. Bad credit ok, interest rate from 1.9%. Apply now at www.borrowusnow.com or call 1-855-937-8487.

RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Portraiture-Baby+Family Maternity. Home Movies to DVD. Call 250-4753332. www.cwpics.com

APPLIANCES WANTED: CLEAN fridge’s, upright freezers, 24” stoves, portable dishwashers, less than 15 yrs old. McFarland Industries, (250)885-4531.

BUILDING SUPPLIES

WANTED: MOUNTAIN BIKE (inexpensive) for a young teenager of a single parent. Please call 250-514-6688.

REAL ESTATE

TRANSPORTATION

HOMES WANTED

SUITES, LOWER

CARS

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

WE BUY HOUSES

SIDNEYAvailable Now! Bright, newly reno’d 2 bdrm, W/D, storage, parking. NS/NP. 1 yr lease. $900+ utils. Call (778)426-4556.

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! www.webuyhomesbc.com

OPEN HOUSE 2 BDRM / 2 Bath Condo. #216 - 1375 Bear Mtn Pkwy. $314,000. Sat 11:00-5:00.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES FOR SALE BY OWNER

FRIENDLY FRANK 5 CERAMIC plant pots 2-4 gallon, $7-1$2 each. Call (250)380-7559.

MAYFAIR AREA OPEN HOUSE: July 28, 12-1:30pm. 4 bdrms, 3 bath, 1 bdrm suite. $499,900. 3174 Yew St. Call 250-812-4910. CAYCUSE Well-Maintained Recreational Property/Home 1500 sq.ft, 3 bdrm 2 bath, 5 acres, garage. A stone throw from pristine Cowichan Lake. Reduced to sell $378,800. Furnished. Ready to move in! Call 250-478-2648 or 250-745-3387.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division. VIC & TONI are RETIRING! Storewide Furniture, Mattress, Etc Sale! 20/20 Sale on Tools & Hdwe, 20% Off & No HST on Purchase $20.+; Tea Table w/Magazine Rack $7.95. BUY & SAVE, 9818 4th St., Sidney. buyandsave.ca Visa, M/C

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

FREE Tow away

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OPEN HOUSE July 28/29 1-3pm. 10353 Devlin Place, Sidney 250-655-1499, $499,000. Details at: w w w. p r o p e r t y g u y s . c o m ID#192295 www.realtor.ca mls #307481

S. OAK BAY. (Open House, 650 Victoria Ave., Sat., 3pm5pm). Solid 1939 2 bdrm, 1 bath, sunroom+ patio. 947 sq.ft.+ full 6’ bsmnt. Sep. wired garage, 49’ x 110’ lot. New roof. Natural gas. $550,000. ﬁrm. 1(250)653-9799.

WESTSHORE 3 BDRMS, 2 bath. We pay the Buyer’s Agent 3+1.5. 671 Daymeer Pl. (250)884-3862. Complete details/ more pics at: www.propertyguys.com ID# 192309

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PRIVATE SAILING INSTRUCTION for aspiring First Mates, on board your boat. Become a conﬁdent and capable sailor and an asset to your skipper and the vessel. Call Lodi Butler, CYA certiﬁed instructor, 250-857-6801.

SAVE ON COMMISSION Sell your home for $6900 or 1% plus $900 fees FULL MLS SERVICE!

CALL: 250-727-8437

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1 & 2 Bdrm suites & cabins. Perched on a cliffside with panoramic ocean vista, overlooking The Saanich Inlet. 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. 250478-9231. SIDNEY(5TH STREET) Available now. Sm pet ok, 2 bdrms, 1 bath, new paint, coin op. $1000 includes H/W. Call Equitex, 250-386-6071.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

For scrap vehicle

ANTIQUE/CLASSICS

APARTMENT/CONDO

GARDENER’S PARADISE 1 acre. 4-bdrm character home, 1800 sq.ft. Wired shop, Shed. 1720 Swartz Bay Rd., $565,000. (250)656-1056.

MARINE BOATS

250.388.3535

3 PORCELAIN Collector dolls, 2 are $75 each and 1 is $50. All 3 for $200. All of them in good condition. Call (250)6564853 or (250)889-5248 (cell).

COMPLETE WINE making kit (bottles), printer with a built in fax machine and a rotor (used for your internet on your lap top). Call (250)381-1557.

SIDNEY, 3 bdrm upper, quiet, N/S, walk to all amens, $1450 mo. Sept 1, (250)665-7324.

2004 VW TOUAREG. Only 135,000 km, economical, spirited V6 engine, all wheel drive and tow hitch with electric brakes. Unique 6 speed Tiptronic auto transmission. Well equipped interior, rear mounted CD changer. Beautiful, well maintained. $14,900 obo, 250658-1123 mjmarshall@telus.net

$50-$1000 CASH

BUYING - RENTING- SELLING

ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, ﬁr, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.

ARIAT TALL BOOTS. Leather upper, woman’s size 7.5, regular calf, medium height. Worn once, excellent condition, still need breaking in. Originally $400, asking $250 obo. 250391-5992, leave message.

SUITES, UPPER BACHELOR SUITES with hydro, internet and cable included. Located at 1400 Alberni Hwy, just outside of Parksville $500 per month. 250-9549547

2005 DODGE CARAVAN $7800 obo Excellent condition, seats 5 Cargo area w/screen, easy access, 5 doors, tinted windows & Viper Alarm system. Only 109,879 km & very very clean. 250-213-9409 days, 250-6540102 evenings lwk695@yahoo.com

TRANSPORTATION

FUEL/FIREWOOD

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ﬁrewood producer offers ﬁrewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

STRAWBERRY VALE: 2 bdrm. $1150+ 1/4 hydro, Dogs nego. (250)294-2374.

SIDNEY- NEW 2 bdrm + den, W/D. NS/NP. $1700 mo. Avail Aug 1. Call 250-217-4060.

FREE ITEMS FREE FILE cabinet, 3 drawers, excellent condition. Stereo cabinet in the shape of a bar. (778)430-5599.

SIDNEY BSMT 2bdrm. Quiet, NS/NP, $850. Reduced rent for quiet single. 250-655-1863.

TOWNHOUSES

METAL ROOFING & siding sales. Seconds avail. Custom roof Flashings. 250-544-3106.

MS Society - Reception The MS Society of Canada, South Vancouver Island Chapter is looking for a full time Reception and Ofﬁce Admin person to join our team in late August 2012. For a detailed job description and contact information please see www.mssociety.ca/ chapters/svic

tricianjourneyman2@gmail.com

TRANSPORTATION

PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO

Alpine Toyota has an immediate opening for a Toyota Product Advisor. Our dealership is situated in Cranbrook B.C., the major business and recreation hub for the entire East Kootenay. We are currently looking for a Product Advisor with a track-record of success who is interested in working in a positive team environment. We offer ongoing training, a generous compensation plan and an engaged group of Team Leaders to help our Product Advisors achieve their goals. For the right applicant, relocation expenses and a guaranteed income will be considered. If you love selling Toyota products and the quality of life that can be found in the East Kootenay’s sounds interesting, please forward your resume in conﬁdence to our Sales Team Leader by email: kdunsire@alpinetoyota or by phone at (250)4894010. If you present the qualities and values we are looking for, we will contact successful applicants for an interview.

ELECTRICAL Company located in Campbell River requires a Journeyman Electrician. Must have valid Driver’s License and be able to travel out of town on short trips. Service experience as well as Residential/Commercial experience would be an asset. Please forward resume to elec-

RENTALS

Call: 1-250-616-9053 SPORTING GOODS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Guaranteed $11/hour, 25% proﬁt sharing, paid overtime, beneﬁts, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Call Allison at 250-391-7976 today for an interview.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Attention Toyota Product Advisors

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilﬁeld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

REAL ESTATE

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

ALPINE TOYOTA

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

WESTSHORE, GRD level 2 bdrm duplex, 5 appls, storage, prkg, N/S, N/P, split hydro, $1075. Aug 1. 250-384-440.7

HOMES FOR RENT 2 BEDROOM house for rent, locate at 1400 Alberni Hwy, just outside of Parksville. $800 per month. 250-954-9547 FOR RENT from Sept 1st, 2BR 1BA Upper Floor of home with ﬁreplace and deck, private yard, downtown Sidney Location, one block from Beacon Ave, shops, beaches, parks and more. NS/NP $1,100 p/m including utilities. Contact Andreas or Michele @250-656-9873

ROOMS FOR RENT SIDNEY, FURNISHED room, all utils incl’d, mature person. $500 mo. (250) 655-6636. SIDNEY. FURNISHED room. satellite, laundry, heat, hydro, $450./mo. 250-654-0477.

AUTO FINANCING DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

CARS

THE SIDNEY PIER HOTEL and Residences. 2 bdrm luxury condo + den, some furnishings, $1300 mo. 250-507-2584

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

SHIPPING CONTAINERS 20’ or 40’. Buy or Rent. Safe and secure. Easymove Container Services. Serving Vancouver Island. 1-(888)331-3279

GARAGE SALES SIDNEY- ON the Boulevard off Summergate, Sat, July 28, 9am-1pm.

TRIANGLE MNT: 805 Bexhill Plc., Sat., July 28th, 9-2pm. Garden and household, etc.

JULY

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

STORAGE

GARAGE SALES CEDAR HILL area (between Blenkinsop/McKenzie), Sat, July 28, 9am-3pm. Misc household and much more. COLWOOD, 436 Tipton Ave., Sat, July 28, 9am-2pm. Garage Sale. Household items, collectibles and more. COLWOOD (TRIANGLE Mtn.) 664 Orca Place, Sat, July 28, 9am-2pm. Tools and Textiles: Yarns, warping mill, work bench and tons more! HILLSIDE AREA, 2830 Graham St., Sat & Sun, July 28 & 29, 9am-3pm. Moving Sale. N.SAANICH. MULTI-FAMILY & ESTATE Sale. Sat. July 28, 8am-? Lots of good stuff, tools, kid’s stuff, household items, records and unusual items. 9040 East Saanich Rd. SIDNEY- 10434 Bowerbank Rd, Sat (9am-3pm) & Sun (10am-12pm), July 28 & 29. Desk, coffee table, love seat & chair and much, much more.

AUTO SERVICES $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

CASH PAID FOR ALL VEHICLES in

SUITES, LOWER

all conditions in all locations

BRENTWOOD Bachelor quiet, priv entr, central area. NS/NP. $600 incl. 250-652-6680 eve’s. COLWOOD- 1 bdrm, shared W/D, own ent, patio, NS/NP. $850 incls utils, 250-391-7915

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

250-885-1427

GARAGE SALE AY

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CRAZY DEALS! Crazy Pricing on brand name electronics NO REASONABLE REASONALBE OFFER REFUSED

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

DRYWALL

GARDENING

HAULING AND SALVAGE

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PAINTING

PLUMBING

ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi

ARAM RENO’S Basement, bathrooms, additions Free est. WCB/Insured 250-880-0525

(250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Lawn & GardenNeglected yard? Install landscaping, raised beds, patio blocks. Tree stump, blackberry, ivy & waste removal. 24yrs exp. WCB. ARE YOU in need of a professional, qualiﬁed, residential or commercial gardener? www. glenwood gardenworks.com AURICLE LAWNS- Superior lawn care-gardens, hedges & fert-weed mgmt. 882-3129 NO JOB too BIG or SMALL. SENIOR’S SPECIAL! Prompt, reliable service. Phone Mike (ANYTIME) at 250-216-7502.

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

BIG BEAR Painting. Free Est. Senior discounts. Quality work. Call Barry 250-896-6071 CLIFF’S PROFESSIONAL painting Int/Ext, new const. Free Est. Call 250-812-4679. 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. LADY PAINTER Serving the Peninsula for over 20 yrs. Interior/exterior. Call Bernice, 250-655-1127.

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

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

TAX 250-477-4601

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

CARPET INSTALLATION MALTA FLOORING Installation. Carpets, laminates, hardwood, lino. BBB 250-388-0278

CLEANING SERVICES MALTA HOUSECLEANING Estate organizing, events, parties, ofﬁce cleaning. BBB member. (250)388-0278.

COMPUTER SERVICES A HOME COMPUTER Coach. Senior friendly. Computer lessons, maintenance and problem solving. Please call Des 250-656-9363, 250-727-5519. COMPUDOC MOBILE Computer Services. Repairs, tuneups, tutoring, web sites and more. Call 250-886-8053.

CONTRACTORS 250-216-9476 FROM the Ground Up, custom landscapes, home reno’s, garden clean-ups, accepting clients. BATHROOM REMODELING. “Gemini Baths” Plumb, Elec. Tile, Cabinets. 250-896-9302. CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitch/bath, wood ﬂoor, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877

DRAFTING & DESIGN HOME RENOVATION Design for Permit Call Steven- 250. 381.4123.

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call 250.388.3535

DRYWALL PROFESSIONAL: Small additions, boarding, taping, repairs, texture spraying, consulting. Soundproof installation;bath/moisture resistance products. Call 250.384.5055. Petrucci’s Drywall. MUD on the RUN. Small drywall repairs, textures & renovations. Ross, (250)812-4879. WESTSHORE/GYPSUM. Your one stop Drywall shop. Any questions give is a call. (250)391-4744 (250)881-4145

EWING’S MOVING & Hauling. 1 or 2 bedrooms. 2 men & truck. $80/hr. Call Dave at 250-857-2864. FAMILY MAN Hauling. Prompt, Courteous. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.

MASONRY & BRICKWORK CBS MASONRY BBB 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

ELECTRICAL 250-361-6193. QUALITY Electric. Expert: new homes &renos. No job too sm#22779. AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550.

CBS MASONRY BBB. Chimney, Fireplaces, Rock, Flagstone, Concrete, Pavers, Repair, Rebuild, Renew. “Quality is our Guarantee.” Free Competitive Est’s. Call (250) 2949942/589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com

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. QUALITY CEDAR fencing, decks and installation, pressure washing. For better prices & quotes call Westcoast Fencing. 250-588-5920.

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.

HANDYPERSONS

U-NEEK SEATS. Hand cane, Danish weave, sea grass. UK Trained. Fran, 250-216-8997.

GARDENING

HAULING AND SALVAGE

10% OFF. Mowing, Power Raking, Hedge/Shrub Trimming, Clean-up. 250-479-6495

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

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

DIAMOND MOVING. 1 ton 2 ton. Prices starting at $85/hr. Call 250-220-0734. MALTA MOVING. Serving Vancouver Island, surrounding islands and the Mainland. BBB Member. (250)388-0278.

PAINTING PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774 SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578. SMART GUYS Hauling. Garden waste, junk removal, clean-ups, etc. Reliable, courteous service. 250-544-0611 or 250-889-1051.

250-886-6446 YOUR Personal Interior Painter. No Job too Big or Too Small. Call Gilbert today for free quote. 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.

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.

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Terry, Heather and Anne Light sit in the living room of their Sidney home with a photo of Kevin Light’s rowing crew.

Sidney parents humble about son’s outstanding achievements but there’s that pride in the accomplishment.” In the stands once more with The Sidney couple – Terry, the Olympic families, decked out a semi-retired pharmacist and in red and white, Anne attempted Anne, a former special education to watch, at times turning away. teacher at Claremont secondary Terry doesn’t recognize himself – have another Olympian in their in a video from the event. life. Their daughter Heather is a “My neighbour back home swimmer who has won several doesn’t get it, my best friend medals at the Special Olympics doesn’t get it, but B.C. The Lights are that other parent humble about what “Everyone has who’s right beside their children have you – they get it,” sons and daughters achieved. Anne said. “I’m more proud “I couldn’t take who they’re proud of of Kevin as a permy eyes off of my in different ways.” son than I am of his son and his crew athletic accomplish– Anne Light, mother ments,” Terry said. mates. I’m getting all choked up just of Olympians Heather “An Olympic gold is thinking about it. just a part of your and Kevin Light … You see the life and there are Canadian flag many things to be going up and you think, there’s proud of your child for.” your—” Last May 27 was a proud day Anne paused, overcome with for all of Victoria as 31-year-old emotion. Ryder Hesjedal beat the com“Terry, you carry on,” she con- petition by just 16 seconds and tinued with a nervous laugh. became the first Canadian in his“I’m not sure I can do any bet- tory to win the Giro d’Italia. Leonter,” he said over the audible ard Hesjedal, Ryder’s father, the lump in his throat. “It’s emo- man who drove the cyclist to his tion that you can’t describe and first downhill mountain biking maybe it’s even embarrassing, competition in Shawnigan Lake because you’re just watching, at just 14 years old, surprised Continued from page A6

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