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Business boosting a BIA Sidney town council concerned grant won’t deliver what it wanted Steven Heywood News staff

An $18,500 grant given by the Town of Sidney to the Sidney Business Development Group will never produce a ‘super business group’ to act as an umbrella organization, says their leadership. They are leaving that role to the Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and are working towards creating a business improvement area (BIA) in Sidney’s downtown core — a fact that some town councillors said might have changed their opinion on the initial grant. “The Sidney Business Development Group is not trying to attain a super group,” said spokesperson Cliff McNeilSmith at council’s Oct. 9 regular meeting. “Our focus is a BIA and helping other organizations co-exist.” Councillor Steve Price said the SBDG’s proposal for the grant money did not say BIA specifically. “I would have liked the group to have been clear,” he said, indicating the town might not have financed their effort had that been the case. McNeil-Smith said the SBDG was clear and met with councillors individually and at public meetings, where they raised this information. “A do-nothing strategy is not an option that the business community wants. The surveys, meetings and now a brochure … is that not a good use of this money?” PLEASE SEE: Town wanted an umbrella, page A4

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Town rallies around their own Sidney councillor raising funds for two Town of Sidney employees Devon MacKenzie News staff

Two Town of Sidney Parks Department workers are the center of a fundraising initiative spearheaded by Sidney Councillor Kenny Podmore. Chris Wallace, whose three-year-old son

Coen Wallace is in desperate need of a kidney transplant and John Cunningham, who was diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis last year and needs a chair lift in his home so he can remain there, are the focus of Coun. Podmore’s fundraising efforts. “Both these families are going through

very tough times and have worked for the Town of Sidney for some time, so we felt we wanted to do something for them to help them in any way possible,” explained Podmore. PLEASE SEE: Effort looks to raise $10,000, page A2

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With the approval of the town and support from several local businesses and organizations including the Sidney Lions, Thrifty Foods, Slegg Lumber and Stonestreet Cafe, Podmore hopes to raise $10,000 for the two families. “We’re a family on the Peninsula and that’s why we really want to come together for this,

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because these people are part of our family,� Podmore said. The pancake breakfast will kick off the fundraiser on Oct. 27 at 8 a.m. and it will roll into the barbecue lunch which begins at noon and runs until 2 p.m. “We’re going to have music during the barbecue from the Stone Mountaineers, both mayors from Central Saanich and North Saanich will be there and Ed Bain from The Q and CHEK

News will be there to flip burgers,� Podmore said. “All proceeds from the donations for the food at the pancake breakfast and the barbecue will go to help the families.� Parents and children alike are invited to dress up in their Halloween costumes as well, Podmore noted. For event details or to help out, call 250-655-4631. reporter@peninsula newsreview.com

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Tuesday transit deadline Bus strike will affect commuters, says Canadian Auto Workers union rep Daniel Palmer News staff

Bus drivers in Greater Victoria have scrapped their uniforms in favour of street clothes. The uniform ban was sanctioned by the Canadian Auto Workers local 333. “We’re trying to do everything we can without disrupting service,” said union local president Ben Williams. “We’re not getting their attention.” The drivers’ job action will escalate by Tuesday if B.C. Transit has not returned to the negotiating table, Williams said. “It will affect the commuting public.” More than 650 bus drivers, skilled trades and maintenance workers in Greater Victoria issued strike notice last Friday (Oct. 5). The two sides remain at an impasse over wage increases and benefits, which are not in line with the B.C. government’s net zero mandate, said Transit spokesperson Meribeth Burton. “We asked the bargaining committee to go and speak to other unions. There seems to be a lack of understanding about what the co-operative gains mandate is,” she said. The negotiating mandate requires unions to offset any wage increases with cost savings and productivity gains in other areas. Both the B.C. Nurses Union and B.C. Government Employees Union have come to tentative contract agreements under the mandate. “Our (offer) is exactly in line with the nurses (and) the BCGEU and we’re still surprised we’re sitting at this impasse,” Burton said. Williams, however, said the union is aware of the government’s restraints. “We are within the guidelines that are laid out with the government,” he said. No specific bargaining details are being provided by either side, but both Wil-

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This car was apparently left in the bush and set ablaze on Oct. 9.

Ditched car was torched Devon MacKenzie News staff

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Drivers for B.C. Transit will escalate their job action by Tuesday, Oct. 16 if their employer has not returned to the bargaining table. For commuters, that could mean their mode of transport is at risk. liams and B.C. Transit have expressed a desire to return to negotiations. Burton called the uniform ban a safety violation, from B.C. Transit’s perspective. “It’s confusing for our riders but we’re grateful that at least the system is running,” she said. Greater Victoria transit operators last took strike action in April 2001. The strike

lasted 14 days. Previous strikes affecting passengers took place in 1999 (one week) and 1984, when a three-month walkout crippled the economy of downtown Victoria. HandyDART drivers are under a separate collective agreement and are not part of the job action.

A fire in the forest north of the Paquachin First Nation had fire crews from two municipalities and the Ministry of Forests scrambling to contain it on the afternoon of Oct. 9. Around 2:25 p.m. the North Saanich Fire Department got a call to attend a brush fire in the vicinity of West Saanich and McTavish Roads. “It turned out the fire was actually up a gravel driveway and then about 2,000 feet further into the bush,” said North Saanich Fire Chief Gary Wilton. “We weren’t able to drive in, in our trucks and had to walk in to the fire where we found an abandoned car that had been torched.” Fifteen firefighters from North Saanich attended but didn’t have the adequate equipment or water to deal with the fire since they weren’t able to access the fire in their trucks. The fire department called in the Minstry of Forests from the Cobble Hill attack base as well as Central Saanich Fire Department’s bush truck for mutual aid.

– with files from Roszan Holmen

PLEASE SEE: Fire contained, page A5

New group wants more tourist traffic in Sidney Businesses team up to push signage, ferry traffic agenda in the community Steve Heywood News staff

Few, if any, travellers coming off of the Anacortes Ferry from Washington State are making the turn into Sidney and a new business lobby group says that’s costing local merchants a significant amount of money. In the words of the group’s spokesperson, Denis Paquette, Sidney is missing the boat. Paquette, owner of the Sidney Waterfront Inn and Suites, said he has teamed up with the ownership of the Beacon Inn, Best Western and Sidney Pier Hotel and Spa to form the Sidney Traffic Improvement Group (STIG). They have also recruited specialists in traffic and town planning to help gather information and make solid recommendations on how to drive more tourists into the downtown core. Paquette was behind an earlier attempt to erect a flagpole at the Sidney Anacortes Ferry terminal to help welcome travellers to the community. He said the first step

in attracting people, is to at least welcome them. Then, he added, the community has to intercept them before they head to Victoria or other destinations. “If they don’t see Sidney, they’ve really missed the boat,” he said. “Sidney is a destination all of its own.” The group, Paquette continued, hopes to bring in more stakeholders in tourism and will get as many merchants on board as possible. He said it’s not just about the local hotel owners, but about how a few extra visitors can help the local tourism economy. In rough numbers, Paquette said there are 200 vehicles coming off of the Anacortes Ferry per trip. If Sidney attracts five per cent of those (10 cars) and they stay on Beacon Avenue overnight at $100, that’s $1,000 a day added to local coffers. Over 30 days, he continued, it jumps to $30,000 and so on — and then there’s the trickledown effect of when people stay longer, they tend to spend more elsewhere. He said as it is today, most, if not

Anacortes Ferry walk-offs do see Sidney Between May and July, 2012, 773 people who walked off the Anacortes Ferry into Sidney stopped in at the tourist information booth the Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce operates there during the season. Another 596 were counted in August, says Visitor Services manager Carol Whitehouse. Most, however, arrive looking to visit either the Butchart Gardens or Victoria. The only time they spend in Sidney that Whitehouse can account for, is at the Fifth Street bus stop. “Walk-offs generally come for a day and most have a plan,” she said. “They often come without knowing how to get there and not a lot of them are here overnight.” Should they require Canadian money, Whitehouse said their staff directs them to banks and shops in downtown Sidney. Otherwise, most wait for the bus into Victoria or the Gardens on Fifth Street. Others do make it deeper into the Peninsula. Whitehouse noted that from April to September of this year, 330 parties (two or more people) were served at the Beacon Avenue visitor information centre. Most are, however, still looking for Victoria or Butchart Gardens. “We do encourage everybody to come back and see more of the area.” Washington State Ferries’ statistics from 2011 show there were 45,148 foot passengers on the Anacortes to Sidney run. That was up 8.4 per cent over 2010. Another 28,380 were passengers in 41,310 vehicles (driver included). all of the vehicles from the ferry are turning left at Fifth Street and heading south. Paquette admitted he wants to bring back his idea for a welcome sign and flagpole at the ferry terminal, an idea that was rejected by town council in 2010. That plan, he added, depends on what the rest of the group and merchant stakeholders want. That’s the same with the idea of returning, after more than 10

years, Beacon Avenue to two-way traffic. Paquette said if the community intercepts visitors, they shouldn’t be getting lost. As well, he said two-way traffic slows down vehicles and people can take the time to see what Sidney has to offer. The group’s first step, he continued, is to gather information on visitors, traffic and more. Then they want to reach out to local merchants for support and work

on a plan. The last step would be to lobby town hall to hear and consider their suggestions. “We hope that the town would deal with this now, not by the next election,” said Paquette. “If we can get Anacortes Ferry traffic to stop in Sidney, everybody will understand.” Paquette added STIG hopes to have a website up soon and will be working to get information out to the community.

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Price agreed more information to the public is a good thing, but said the SBDG told town staff on Sept. 17 that a BIA would be their preferred goal, meaning their minds were made up. He added he is concerned that the group is also trying to have the BIA bylaw process started in early 2013. McNeil-Smith said the group is still in its research phase and will not be asking the town to create a BIA bylaw until it has significant support from the community. To that end, the SBDG is hosting three open houses on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at the Mary Winspear Centre and Wednesday, Oct. 24 at the Sidney Pier Hotel. The purpose of those sessions is to introduce the BIA concept, talk about where it would cover, how much it would cost and who benefits. Past attempts at creating a BIA has been met with resistance, said Ross Mcafarlane, president of the Sidney Business Association. He attended the council meeting to air his group’s opposition to the process and question why town council funded it. “Is there an intention of this council to bring forward a BIA?� he asked. Acting mayor Melissa Hailey said no, the town has no such intention. Coun. Kenny Podmore added, however, they would look into it if a BIA was requested by a majority of business operators and commercial property owners. Podmore emphasized that this is not an initiative of council. “However, council did fund it,� Macfarlane continued. Town chief administrative officer Randy Humble said they have not received a BIA proposal yet. If one does come forward, he said it would follow the legislative

What’s a BIA? The Sidney Business Development Group (SBDG) is proposing a business improvement area (BIA) that would encompass some 300 commercial properties in downtown Sidney. Enacted through a municipal bylaw and overseen by local government, a BIA creates a specific taxation area, where all business and property owners become voting members and direct their marketing and events efforts. The boundaries of the BIA can be expanded at later times if required. According to a SBDG brochure out now: • the proposed levy rate is $1.22 per $1,000 of assessed commercial value. • the levy would be shared by all tenants in a commercial building. • proposed budget is $317,000 (levy and partner memberships). • proposed expenses of $317,000 include marketing (58 per cent), events promotion (11 per cent), resource centre (or administrative costs, 22 per cent), one-time start-up cost (seven per cent) and member relations (two per cent). • learn more at www.sidneybiz.com. process. That could include a counter-petition, requiring owners and tenants to vote against it if they are opposed to a BIA. “The BIA is an initiative of the business community,â€? added Coun. Marilyn Loveless, “the idea was up to them and council’s role is to put it in place and collect the money on behalf of the business community. “The need for a BIA remains to be seen.â€? She added while a BIA is a step forward, what council wanted was a group that represents all business in Sidney. The SDBG is promoting the idea of a BIA, and their website, www.sidneybiz.com, gives examples of business communities that use it to market themselves to the region. SBDG spokesperson Angus Matthews said they have the support of the chamber of commerce and Sidney Merchants Co-Op, but want to make sure they have the support of most business own-

ers, property owners and their tenants. It will, he said, come with an added cost but with the potential to better market their members — and the community — to potential customers. “If this is not viable, is there a plan B? Or is it just a BIA drive?� asked Price. Matthews and McNeil-Smith both told council that if the BIA idea fails, the SDBG won’t be back. “But we do hope for a better future for Sidney, from a marketing sense,� Matthews said.

Open houses The SBDG hosts three open houses this month. • Tuesday, Oct. 23, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Mary Winspear Centre • Wednesday, Oct. 24 at the Sidney Pier Hotel from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. and again from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

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Herd of area deer complaints Fire contained POLICE NEWS IN BRIEF

Central Saanich Police Service Police received several complaints over the last week involving deer. The first incident on Oct. 5 required police to euthanize a deer that they suspect had been struck on the Pat Bay Highway. The deer was found suffering in the ditch on the 7600 block of the Pat Bay Highway and an officer had to use his patrol pistol to

humanely euthanize it. Not even a half hour later, reports came in of an injured deer on West Saanich Road near Stelly’s X Road, but by the time officers arrived the animal had already succumbed to its injuries. At 6:30 a.m. on Oct. 10, a motorist reported hitting a deer in the 7700 block of West Saanich Rd. The deer appeared to have been killed on impact and the car sustained mod-

erate damage. “We encourage people who have a situation like this to call the police for a few reasons,” said Cpl. Janis Jean of the Central Saanich Police. “For one, you’ve impacted your vehicle so you want to make sure its drivable. Also we want to make sure the animal isn’t injured and walking out into the roadway and causing more accidents.”

Scaffolding stolen On the morning of

Oct. 6 a report came in of scaffolding being stolen from the tennis courts on Wallace Drive. Four 2x12 foot lengths of scaffolding and wheels were taken but the platforms and other pieces were left behind.

Parachute problem On Oct. 8 around 4 p.m. a resident in the 1500 block of Stelly’s X Road called to advise police an empty parachute had landed in his field. Police attended the scene but found

the parachute and parachuter had been reunited prior to their arrival. Both were fine.

Moped mishap Around 2 p.m. on Oct. 9 a person operating a moped in the crosswalk at the intersection of Keating X Road and Veyaness Road was bumped off his bike by a vehicle making a right turn. The moped driver sustained a minor scrape on his right knee and police are still investigating the incident. — Devon MacKenzie

Vantreight Farms fire deemed accidental Devon MacKenzie

working in a field along Mount Newton X Road at the time. According to Owens, there is a clause in the burning bylaw that allows farms to burn vegetation that poses risk to their crops outside of regular burning season. reporter@peninsula newsreview.com

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The cause of the fire that destroyed farm equipment and caused hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of damage at Vantreight Farms on Sept. 19 was determined by investigators to be accidental. Assistant fire chief Forrest Owens of the Central Saanich Volunteer Fire Department said the fire was caused by a worker working around the area of the storage facility who had been burning veg-

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“Before (the Ministry of Forests) arrived, our guys walked in to the scene and stopped the advance by hand until the helicopter was able to arrive from Cobble Hill,” Wilton explained. Wilton said the helicopter and ground crew arrived about half an hour after the call and the helicopter dropped around 10 loads at 120 gallons (454 liters) on the fire and surrounding area to throughly douse it. The helicopter brought water from a pit located on the Bowcott family’s land which is located on Alec Road. “We were so thankful for that because the turnaround time for the helicopter from that location to the fire was about two minutes,” said Wilton. Through the effort of the fire departments and the Ministry of Forests, the fire was contained within a few hours and Wilton said overall they were very lucky to have been able to contain the fire as efficiently as they did. “We were just very fortunate that there was absolutely no wind that day or we would have been in trouble,” he added. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Town of Sidney NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BYLAW NO. 2033 Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Sidney will hold a Public Hearing in respect of Bylaw No. 2033, being the proposed amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 2015 for the Town of Sidney. All persons who believe that their property is affected by the proposed amending bylaw will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaw at the Public Hearing to be held at the Sidney Town Hall, 2440 Sidney Avenue, Sidney, BC on Monday, October 22, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. Written submissions can be received at the Town Hall prior to 4:00pm on October 22, 2012 or at the Public Hearing itself. The purpose of Bylaw No. 2033 is to add to the table in Section 4.2.1, Permitted and Conditional Uses: Detached Residential Zones, the text “C (4.2.2)” in the row for “Secondary Suite” use under the column “R1.3: Lot area of 400m2 or less”. This amendment would allow secondary suites as a permitted use, with conditions, on any property zoned Single-Family High Density Residential – Orchard Area (R1.3), regardless of the size of the property. Copies of the proposed bylaw and all background documentation may be inspected during normal working hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays) from October 10, 2012 to October 22, 2012 at the Sidney Town Hall, 2440 Sidney Avenue, Sidney, BC. Further inquiries may be directed to the Development Services Department, telephone 250-656-1725 or by email at developmentservices@sidney.ca. Correspondence may be submitted by mail to the address above or by email to developmentservices@sidney.ca and must be received no later than 4:00pm on the day of the Public Hearing. All correspondence submitted will form part of the public record and may be published in a meeting agenda. First Advertised October 12, 2012 Second Advertised October 17, 2012

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Tax Estimate 2013 3,329.00 5,115.00 8,501.00 1,542.00 12,478.00 1,273.00 2,841.00 2,081.00 7,339.00 9,699.00 17,027.00 2,862.00 2,809.00 8,800.00 8,954.00 94,650.00

Please direct any inquiries respecting this notice to the Finance Department at the District of North Saanich at 250-655-5495.

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eople with long memories understand what life is like without bus service. Slightly more than 11 years ago, Greater Victoria suffered through a two-week transit strike, where the main form of transportation for tens of thousands of people ground to a halt. Some people made do and carpooled with friends or hopped on a bike. Many who needed to crisscross the region couldn’t get to their jobs and lost wages, or risked their personal safety by hitchhiking. Parents suddenly had to drive their teenager to school who normally took the bus. Elderly people on fixed incomes who usually hopped a bus had to dole out for taxis for medical appointments or grocery shopping. Some drivers and even bike riders enjoyed roadways free of big, imposing buses and many people with cars offered strangers free lifts — but the silver linings of a transit strike are few. Perhaps more than any other public sector contract dispute, shutting down buses throws a city’s economy into chaos and hurts the most vulnerable people. Prior to the 2001 strike, bus drivers went on strike in 1999 for one week. Before that, transit went on strike in 1984 for three months and crippled the economy of downtown Victoria. Today its shocking how little has changed in terms of transportation infrastructure. At least back then you could still catch the VIA dayliner. If bus drivers strike next week, cycling and carpooling will ramp up and many people will make do. But the poor, elderly and disabled will face a grim few weeks or months. The Canadian Auto Workers union and B.C. Transit management have demonstrated in the past they are willing to use the city’s transportation network as a negotiating tool. Many other big unions — nurses, government employees and even teachers — have found ways to work within the province’s net-zero mandate. Both sides in the transit dispute claim they are too. The damage done by a transit strike is well documented. Agreeing to a contract is possible and inevitable. The CAW and B.C. Transit don’t have to shut down the city to do it. 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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amilies are odd things and While that time period remains family history is often odder. a mystery, I did discover some I’m sure some of you have pretty amazing things. Using simple too many living relatives to worry online searches, I found a letter much about former family. But that my great grandfather William those of us who enjoy Thomas (Tom) Denton poking around in the wrote to his hometown world of genealogy are paper in Driffield, often more surprised England, extolling the by events than we opportunities to be found expected. in Manitoba. I’ve done a little The letter is a little research, mainly on my over the top, knowing as father’s side. It’s easier to I do that the attempts at investigate in a language farming were defeated by you understand — the poor land and flooding. Ukrainian and Polish on Maybe it was written Don Denton my mother’s side create soon after he arrived and A Thousand Words he was excited by what a challenge. The first thing you he first saw. realize when you start to research My cousin Russ is the real history family history is that you’re always sleuth in the family. He started starting too late. I really wish I’d researching years ago and is the been curious when my paternal go-to guy for any family info. grandmother was still alive. She A good example was his work lived into her 90s, but when you’re delving into what ultimately young, family stories often don’t happened to our great-grandfather. seem all that important. My father Despite searching, Russ could and his siblings have memories of never find an obituary and no their parents’ and relatives’ lives, one alive seemed to know what but there are many blank spots. happened to him, until recently. For instance I’ll probably never A few months ago in the know what my grandfather did Winnipeg archives, Russ came for two years when he and my across an article about Tom’s grandmother went to England, got retirement from the park. The married and had their first child. article stated that the freshly retired Did he work for his father-in-law? It Tom was moving to Victoria with was certainly not mentioned to any two of his sons. Nice to know my of his kids or at least not that they great-grandfather was a pioneer in remember. turning Victoria into a retirement

destination. This new info gave Russ a whole new direction and he has since found that Tom married for a third time while here. He lived on Bethune Avenue in Saanich and a recent visit allowed Russ to meet some descendants by the name of O’Connor. These unexpected discoveries can really make researching your family’s background a rewarding pastime. While I was writing this column, I was randomly typing into Google family names to see what would pop up. I quickly discovered a few new facts about my paternal grandmother’s brother, George Fowle. Then came the real surprise. My great grandfather had come to Canada with his wife and children, as well as a half-brother, Timothy Barmby. That half-brother had one child, who never had kids of his own, so that seemed like the end of the Barmby family line here. Except my search also turned up a family page for a Barmby brother or cousin who came to Canada at the same time, married in Winnipeg, had children and ended up in Saskatchewan. Who knew? Well, now we do. So now it’s back to the previous mystery: what did my grandfather do for those years in London? Don Denton is photo supervisor for Black Press Greater Victoria. ddenton@vicnews.com

‘I really wish I’d been curious when my paternal grandmother was alive.’

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LETTERS Police were careful and in control over BB gun issue I

am filled with shock and disbelief by what I have read this past week in response to the BB gun story that controversially made the front page. I have read several letters to the editor and I am surprised by their vehemence. I feel very strongly about this issue, and I feel as though I am entitled to; I was there. I was involved. And the police officers reacted completely appropriately. I live adjacent to the house in question and I am not much older than the boys involved. As I came home from work that

day, I got caught up in the situation. By the time the police arrived, the boys were back inside and the officers had no idea what they were dealing with. Had they known it was a BB gun, I’m sure they would have taken a different approach, but they didn’t. I certainly didn’t know it wasn’t a BB gun, and whoever made the 911 call probably didn’t either. To those who take issue with the way the police responded, I ask you; what would your reaction have been if they assumed it was a BB gun and it wasn’t? What if they

had not taken it seriously, and it turned out to be a dangerous situation and someone got hurt? What if an officer had gotten shot? What if one of the other teenagers had gotten killed? You would probably be disgusted that our police force didn’t take the call seriously. The officers that day were in control. They were careful, efficient, and at no time did I feel they were putting me, or any of the boys in danger. Much more went on that day than what made the paper. The message was not to

criminalize the teenagers, but to warn people that BB guns can easily be mistaken as something more serious and to be responsible about where and when you use them. Given the small amount of substantial information about the actual events of that day, I am angered by the criticism the police are taking from some individuals. You are entitled to your opinion, and I respect that, but please, if you don’t know what you’re talking about, keep it to yourself. Megan Holroyd Central Saanich

Readers respond: BB gun seizure, North Saanich referendum needed, visitor centre hours Police handled it well Recently the News Review published a story about the police seizing a BB gun from several teenage boys after receiving a 911 call concerning someone waving a weapon around on Cultra Avenue. That story drew criticism about the way police handled the incident, about the choice of words used by the journalist and even about the place in the News Review where the news story was printed. I am dismayed by that negative feedback and would like to express my support for the police services involved in that incident. I am quite happy with the way they handled the situation and with the explanation they provided for their actions. If a similar weapon-related incident happens in the future, I will be quite satisfied if the police handle it in the same manner. I also have no complaints about the way the incident was reported and am glad the paper keeps our community informed by publishing these stories. Steve Ward Brentwood Bay

Referendum needed The majority of North Saanich councilors want to hurry on with develop-

ment, believing this was what they were elected to do. During the election I did not hear they were going to completely ignore the Official Community Plan. I did not hear they were going to ignore due process to allow legitimate public input. I did not hear their main goal is to look after the profits of property speculators. This council is opening the door to unending development in North Saanich. The community’s wishes as expressed in the OCP are to be completely ignored to allow a very high density of housing. Now the proposals are clear, we need a referendum to decide if the voters do want this process to continue. Bert Slater North Saanich

p.m. Therefore even people taking the 3 p.m. ferry from Vancouver would not arrive in time to get help from the visitor center; nor would they arrive in time to be counted. In previous years, the visitor center was open until 7 p.m. It also opened before Easter and stayed open until some time in October. This year it opened after Easter and sadly, closed at the end of September before the Thanksgiving weekend. In my view, more visitors would be helped and reliable statistical trends easier to determine if the visitor center on the highway could be returned to the previous opening hours. Margarete Rothlisberger Sidney

Exhaust the options Open visitor centre longer After reading the article on Wednesday Oct. 3 about the visitors to the Peninsula down, I would like to suggest perhaps the stats are down because the visitor center on the highway, a gateway to Sidney, Victoria and the Island, has not been opened as in previous years. This year it opened at 8:30 a.m. as in previous years - not many tourists travel on the 7 a.m. ferry and closed at 4:30

Jet fuel carbon exhaust discolours all in the flight path and down wind. Notice the black exhaust of the departing jets. I’d like to see the town collect a departure fee for every jet to help defray the cost of scrubbing side walks. Better yet would be jet departure north or west. Sidney would get much less (carbon exhaust). Mac Proctor Sidney

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Parents rally for new playground at Keating Devon MacKenzie News staff

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Trisha Oates, one of the parents on the committee, said the playground structures at Keating are in major need of an overhaul. “The playgound is in desperate need of fixing up, so applying for this money was a great opportunity for us to possibly be able to fund the upgrades on our own,” Oates said. “The playground isn’t just for the school, it’s for the good of our community so this would be a great thing to win.”

The committee applied for the grant through Aviva Insurance’s Community Fund Program which sees the company donate thousands of dollars each year to winners selected from hundreds of submitted proposals. “Our playground committee was started last year after we realized it really needed upgrading,” Oates explained. “We held a spring fair last year which raised

$20,000 towards the playground upgrades but costs for only one play structure can run $70,000 to $120,000 and Keating has three.” The group submitted their application to Aviva on Sept. 24 and supporters have until Oct. 15 to vote online for their choice of who will win the grant. “If we get enough votes to get through the first round, there will be two more rounds of online voting and then a judging panel to pick

the finalists,” Oates said. “People can vote online everyday and the more votes we get the better chance we have of winning.” People who wish to vote for the Keating Home and School Association’s proposal can visit http://www. avivacommunityfund. org/ideas/acf13520 and click on the vote link. One vote per person per day is allowed. reporter@peninsula newsreview.com

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SAANICHTON — Vancouver Island Brewery is hosting a charity event at its brewery Thursday Oct. 18 at 6:30 p.m. in support of the Farmlands Trust Society and to celebrate its newest beer, Iron Plough Harvest Marzen. The Farmlands Trust Society was established in March 2008 to enhance the farming capability of the Mt. Newton Valley, rehabilitate the stream ecology of Hagan Creek and create a community

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Round Midnight at Jazz Vespers SAANICHTON — St. John’s United Church’s Jazz Vespers program welcomes back Round Midnight on Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. Vocalist Eryn Sharpe, guitarist Leon Nagasaki and bassist Ryan Tandy will be joined by Dave Flello on trumpet for an evening of jazz standards. Although Sharpe is just 20, she has spent nine of them garnering accolades, awards and honours. She has won “most promising singer” at the Victoria Performing Arts Festival. The Jazz Vespers series will continue on Nov. 4 with Se Bastion Jazz, on Dec. 2 with the Quinn Bachand Trio, and on Jan. 6 with the Karel Roessingh Trio. Jazz Vespers services begin at 7 p.m. at St. John’s United Church (10990 West Saanich Rd.) There is no admission charge. Donations will be taken to cover the cost of the musicians and the Vespers program. For fmore, call 250-656-0875. — Submitted by the Jazz Vespers

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A journey in aging BRENTWOOD BAY — The Centre for Active Living 50+, Brentwood Bay, in partnership with Silver Threads Service of Victoria, is offering The Journey — Navigating Aging. The course, which runs to Nov. 9 at The Centre at 1229 Clarke Rd., covers topics such as stretching a dollar, eating well, where to move to, and more. The course runs on Fridays from 1:30 to 3 p.m., with information between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. For more, call 250652-4611. — Submitted

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Hockey tournament to raise money Devon MacKenzie News staff

For the fifth year, Parks Canada Gulf Islands National Park Reserve is joining forces with local businesses and organizations to raise funds for the United Way in a very Canadian fashion. On Oct. 19, the Raven Marine parking lot on Harbour Road will be converted into a street hockey game and block party featuring a barbecue, a bake sale and raffle prizes. “Last year we had our barbecue and bake sale later in the day, but this year we’re having it at noon so we’re hoping people from the business community can make it out,” said event organizer, Jeanne Freer from Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. Freer said they are aiming to raise the same amount they did last year, which was $1,250. “(The hockey tournament and barbecue) is our main fundraising effort for our annual United Way campaign so every cent we raise goes directly to United Way,” Freer said. “We couldn’t do it without the support from the businesses that donate to the event.” The tournament has been a tradition on Harbour Road for the last four years and Freer hopes it will continue to be a success.

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Vector Yacht Services, the winners of the 2011 Harbour Road Classic, hold the tournament trophy. The trophy is up for grabs again during the fifth annual event, which takes place on Oct. 19. “We get teams out from all over,” she said. “(In 2011) Vector Yacht Services won the trophy so they’ve had it for the last year, so it will be up for grabs again.” The barbecue and bake sale kick off at noon on Oct. 19 and are by donation. Team registration for the hockey tourna-

ment, which begins at 2 p.m., costs $50 (all to charity). Teams who wish to participate should register before Oct. 18. For more information or to register, call 250-654-4003 or email jeanne.freer@pc.gc.ca. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Workshop and church concert SAANICHTON — The Anglican Churches on the Saanich Peninsula will be trying out “the other side of the boat” on the weekend of Oct. 13 and 14. They host a workshop led by renowned contemporary Christian singer-songwriter and storyteller, Linnea Good. Together with drummer/partner, David Jonsson, Linnea will explore approaches to worship using song and story. The workshop, to be held at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Saanichton at 1 p.m. Oct. 13, will be followed by a concert at 7 p.m. People of all congregations and denominations are invited. For tickets and information, contact John Smith at johngsmith@ shaw.ca or call 778-426— Submitted 1394.

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article reporting housing affordability in the region has improved, down to 42.2 per cent of family income for a detached bungalow, the facts are clear.

Housing activity and prices continue to decline by most measures. August unit sales of all properties were down by 17 per cent compared to a

year ago, while listings were up two per cent. At this rate. Housing affordability has indeed improved. However, it is important to realize that it

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remains difficult to obtain a mortgage if a family borrows more that 32 per cent of family income for the projected cost of ownership – fully 10 percentage points below our current “improved” level of affordability. The key reasons for the improvement in affordability are the softening prices, combined with a dramatic decline in mortgage rates. Locally, all categories of housing have now returned to a their approximate price levels of August 2010. The modest price declines this year have been tempered by the historically-low interest rates. In early September, the best rate available through Mortgage Brokers for a five-year closed mortgage was 2.89 per cent; for seven years, it was 3.59 per cent. With rates this

Peter Dolezal Financial Savvy low, a mortgage with a five-year term and a 25-year amortization will result in payments of only $468 per month for each $100,000 borrowed. While these low rates are the key reason for our relatively modest price declines, they also highlight the vulnerability of future house prices to rising interest rates. Significant increases are probably several years off, but they will inevitably occur.

It is not my intent to spread doom and gloom about our housing prospects. Rather, it is to ensure sellers understand the market and price realistically, if they expect their home to sell. Buyers need to realize they have moved to the driver’s seat. It is clearly a buyer’s market; they need not be rushed into making a deal. A buyer’s patience is far more likely to be rewarded. The real estate tide is turning; it has not reached its low point. A retired corporate executive, enjoying postretirement as a financial consultant, Peter Dolezal is the author of three books. His most recent, The SMART CANADIAN WEALTH-BUILDER, is now available at Tanner’s Books, and in other bookstores.

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THE ARTS Fine Art Show settles in Sidney Annual show kicks off this weekend; meet the artists Saturday night Devon MacKenzie News staff

The Sidney Fine Art Show kicks off Oct. 12 and Sandy Bligh, the chair of the Sidney Fine Art Show organizing committee and the show’s designer, will be keeping her eyes open for the art the show will use on next year’s promotional material. “This year we’re using a colourful and engaging image from a work by Mary Lottridge that was in last year’s show,� explained Bligh. “Each year I look

for something in the show that’s going to be engaging. “Once we select a piece to work with, we work with Bravo Advertising to create the promotional materials. We also use it across all our platforms like our webpage, our Facebook and our Twitter so there’s a good continuity to it all.� Bligh noted the sock monkey image from Mary Lottridge’s work has been a popular selection for their campaign this year. “The image we pick

next year will have to top the monkey,� she laughed. This year, the Sidney Fine Art Show is also celebrating a decade of showcasing artwork from some of B.C.’s most highly regarded artists. “The Sidney Fine Art Show has become one of the premiere juried fine art shows in Western Canada and is a permanent fixture in the Peninsula’s annual fall arts schedule,� said Bligh of the event. “This year we (had) Robert Bateman and Craig

Benson both speaking at our opening (on Oct. 11) and we’re looking forward to the meet the artist night, where people can come meet many of the artists in the show, which happens Saturday.� Adjudication for the show closed in midSeptember and saw 377 pieces selected by three jurors out of 1,200 submissions. The show opens to the public on Oct. 12 at 9 a.m. and continues through the weekend until Sunday, Oct. 14 at 5 p.m. Visit www.sidney-

Hughes publishes family memoir SIDNEY — Inspired by her father Eugene Beaubien and a pioneering family headed by her grandfather Alphonse, long-time Sidney resident Jeannete Hughes has penned a book called Wilderness Dream. Her work outlines the courage and determination of her family of French Canadian descent, which moved to British Columbia to homestead in the Bridge River area (one mountain pass east of Whistler). The volume is not only an account of her family, but a collection of Hughes’ family photos during the homesteading years. Her family came to B.C. 70 years ago, settling in spectacular wilderness. It’s her family she said, that inspired her to excel. Hughes trained as a nurse in Victoria at St. Joseph’s Hospital and has been an advocate for the disabled in the areas of housing and transportation. She was forced to leave nursing in 1976, when she began writing. Hughes served on provincial and federal health advisory committees and served for nine years on Sidney

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All of this volunteering has earned Hughes two awards: the 2012 Hearts of the Community Award for Lifetime Service and the 2012 Leadership Victoria Alumni Award. Wilderness Dream is on sale at Sidney’s Tanners Books. — With files from the Peninsula News Review and Laurel McIntyre

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your body. Chapman said she will be seeing clients on a one-onone basis, explaining the benefits of good bras and measuring their bodies properly. “Most women just want to find a good-fitting bra that’s not uncomfortable,” Chapman said. “What they don’t realize is that a good support bra is also important for blood circulation and enhanced lymph drainage.” Chapman has over 200 bra sizes available for ordering, ranging from 30AA to 52KK. It’s likely that you’ll fit somewhere between those sizes. She offers these questions for women to ask themselves: • Do you have a drawer full of bras but none that fit comfortably? • Does your bust line “bounce” when you walk while wearing your “everyday” bra? • Do you overflow the cup of your bra? • Do your bra straps slip off your shoulders or dig into your shoulders leaving red and painful marks? • Does your bra ride up in the back because you tighten the straps to give you added support? • Have you ever begun an exercise class only to drop out because your breasts ached from lack of support while jumping or running? If you answer yes to any of these you are in need of a new bra, and a custom one could be the way to go.

YOU’VE TRIED ALL THE REST - NOW TRY THE BEST • NO UNDERWIRES • NO ELASTIC STRAPS • NO STRAPS FALLING OFF SHOULDERS • NO RIDING UP IN THE BACK

You can sign up for Chapman’s bra clinic by calling

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She doesn’t come into town very often so she advises booking as soon as possible.

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Panthers ready for the Generals Devon MacKenzie News staff

The Peninsula Panthers are preparing to host the Oceanside Generals tonight after an interesting week last week that saw the young team drop their gloves in a battle against the Westshore Wolves and take a tough loss to their feline foes, the Victoria Cougars. Hockey Operations boss, Pete Zubersky said he isn’t a proponent of fighting in games, however the match against the Westshore Wolves on Wednesday, Oct. 3 saw the Panthers react to cheap shots from an older and obviously frustrated Wolves squad. “The game turned a bit greasy in the late stages of the second period, and at one point they ran our goaltender (Stephen Heslop),” Zubersky said. “Our guys stuck up for each other and it was really a big moment for a team learning on the fly. I was proud of them.” The young squad, who beat the Wolves 7-1, now has a .500

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Peninsula Panthers player Cody Allison wheels in open ice against the Westshore Wolves on Oct. 3. record going 5-5 over the first month of the regular season, and the team is so far meeting Zubersky’s expectations. “I knew that we weren’t going to win a bunch of games coming out of the gate this season,” he explained. “We have a young group that comes

from having almost entirely revamping our roster. I’ve thought all along that it would take ten games for our kids to start to gel, and now looking back as we prepare to host the Generals, we are exactly where I thought we would be ... (ready) to put some wins up

on the board.” In last Friday’s game against the Victoria Cougars, the Panthers battled evenly, however a couple of lucky bounces on the Cougars’ part ultimately decided the outcome. The two teams were tied at one apiece midway through the third, but the Cougars scored twice in a 12 second span and took away any chance of the Panthers making a comeback. The Cougars took the win 3-1, but head coach Rob Armstrong is still proud of the young team’s cohesion. “The boys are coming together as a unit and are playing hard for one another,” said Armstrong. “Our penalty kill was stellar against a very strong power play and we generated lots of shots and scoring opportunities. I like the direction we are going.” The Panthers take the ice against the Oceanside Generals tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Panorama Recreation Centre. reporter@peninsula newsreview.com

THE CANADIAN SCOTTISH REGIMENT (PRINCESS MARY’S)

1912 - 2012

Join us in celebrating our 100th Anniversary 19-21 Oct 2012 in Victoria

The Canadian Scottish Regiment (Princess Mary’s) whose roots are from the 88th Regiment (Victoria Fusiliers) and the 50th Regiment (Gordon’s) both established in Victoria BC on September 3, 1912 and August 15, 1913 respectively is celebrating its 100th year of service to the communities on Vancouver Island and Canada. Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra KG, GCVO, CD, will attend the 100th Celebrations in Victoria BC during the period October 19 - 21, 2012. The Public are invited to attend the following events: Friday October 19 at 10:00 AM at Government House for the formal arrival ceremony of Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra Sunday, October 21 at 11:00 AM at Christ Church Cathedral where members of the Regimental Family including Her Royal Highness will participate at a Church Service and followed at Noon by a Memorial service at Pioneer Square (beside Christ Church Cathedral). Sunday, October 21 at 12:45 PM at Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Ave, where Her Royal Highness will review The Canadian Scottish Regiment (Princess Mary’s) at a formal military parade. Sunday, October 21 at 3:45 PM in front of the Victoria City Hall on Douglas Street where the Regiment will exercise its Right to the Freedom of the City challenged by the Mayor, City Council and Chief of Police. Deas Gu Cath

COME AND SEE THIS PROUD REGIMENT www.cscotr100.ca

Steven Heywood/News staff

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

FURNITURE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HOMES WANTED

HONDURAS MAHOGANY SIDEBOARD1930’s, 40�wx15�dx34�h, beautiful condition, $450. Call (250)6563322. SOLID AMERCIAN BLACK WALNUT. Gentlemen’s wardrobe (armoire type - original key) 44�wx24�dx54�h and chest of drawers, 54�wx25�dx30�h. Handcrafted in Quebec, 1930’s beautiful condition, $2800/pair. Call (250)656-3322. DOWNSIZING/ SACRIFICE. Glass & white oak china hutch - wall mount or buffet. $200. White solid oak entertainment/ media storage centre $250. (250)656-9717.

LOWREY ORGAN Symphonic Holiday.4 channels, upper/lower keyboard, about 4’L x 2’W x 3.5’H, $600. obo. SCOOTER Rascal Continental,good working order $400. (250)544-2116

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

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

GARAGE SALES

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KEATING AREA2219 Cooperidge Dr, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Oct 11, 12 & 13, 8am-3pm. Moving Sale. Everything Must Go! Fridge, freezer, roll top desk, furniture, twin beds, tools, household items. No reasonable offer refused.

GETAWAYS ITALY- VILLAGE house in beautiful central Italy for rent. Call Anita 250-655-4030.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

ELECTRONIC SCOOTER Shop Rider Voyager 778S. Used indoors except for 3 trips outside. Exc. cond., $1200 obo. Call (250)472-1361.

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

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

HALF PRICE! Never used; Folding power lift shower commode with chair ($1600). Wheelchair mint cond. (best offer). Call (250)818-4000 or email mercedes500@shaw.ca

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Apply online! IHEschool.com 1-866-399-3853

HOME CARE SUPPORT

FREE ITEMS

PRIVATE HOME Support agency is looking for F/T, P/T or casual RCA’S or CHW’S to work in the area. Must have car. Please call 250-656-7176.

FREE QUEEN bed, frame, box spring, mattress. Cordova Bay area. Call (250)477-3147.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FREE SINGLE boxspring & mattress, very clean. $65. Call (250)652-4621.

HELP WANTED

NUTRITION/DIET

500 RECENT paperbacks, $.50; Altas Lathe, $900; 1200 hand crafted earrings/necklaces, $2-$7, large amounts 50% off. Call (250)655-3347.

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilďŹ eld 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. THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: •Coastal CertiďŹ ed Hand Fallers-Camp Positions Avail. •Coastal CertiďŹ ed Bull Buckers-Includes vehicle/accommodations •Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers •Line Machine Operator •Grapple Yarder Operators •Hooktenders •Chasers •Heavy Duty Mechanics Fulltime with union rates/beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.

MOUTHWATERING CAPTAIN COOK’S, HOME BAKING Meat Pies, Chicken Pies 4� unbaked frozen $2.50/each Sausage rolls 9/$5 size 1/2� Croquette’s 6/$10 baked or frozen.

Info: 250-652-9755.

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

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FRIENDLY FRANK Antique Kneeling prayer bench 2 compartments, great cond. $60 obo. (250)656-2477 IKEA BOANG chair with matching foot stool, $75. Call (250)652-4621. PET KENNEL/Carrier, 22x15x15, excellent condition, $20. Call 250-721-2386. RED RECLINER rocker, excellent cond, ultra suede type fabric, $99. 778-433-2855.

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.

BERNINA 820 QE Sewing Computer - high end sewing & quilting machine w/ 40 cm long free arm, stitch regulator, dual feed. $4500. (250)882-5465. DOWNSIZING SALE. Rocker/Recliner, Sears Special, dark brown, $125, Charbroil BBQ, side burner-rotisserie, $100, electric body heater/vibrator, $35. Call 250-655-4185 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.

10353 DEVLIN Plc, Sidney. Private Rancher. $499,000. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, lrg treed lot. Complete 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

HOUSES FOR SALE $399,000. Next to VGH, 2 bdrm + 3rd or ofďŹ ce, 2 lvl, end unit, windows on 3 sides. Large family room, 2 ďŹ replaces, pet allowed. 71-14 Erskine Ln., Tel: 250-478-0269. Open House, 2PM-4PM, Sat & Sun. www.Comfree.com/367097 Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com

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

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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

SIDNEY Spectacular Rancher. Inside & Out! Very private, 12ft hedge žâ€™s way around house. Beautiful exposure on a quiet, well maintained Cul-de-sac! Call 250-656-2222 or for more info: www.propertyguys.com ID#192329

COLWOOD 2 bdrm condo, 4th oor, elevator, 5 appls, insuite laundry, F/P, prkg. N/P.$1100. Avail now. Call 250-474-6855 GLANFORD AREA- Avail now 3 bdrms, 2 bath upper, $1400. 5 appls, 2 balconies, quiet str. Yard is shared. Sm pet ok. Call Equitex 250-386-6071.

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SIDNEY: AIRPORT side of Beacon Ave. 650-700 sqft workshop/storage space. Rent incld’s heat and electricity with ample electric outlets. Shaw cable connection avail. Located on 2nd oor. Peninsula Mini Storage, 2072 Henry Ave. West. Call (250)655-6454. Also avail. 6500 sqft warehouse with large doors and high ceilings. Call to inquire.

VICTORIA HOUSING. $475$575 all incl, suits working/students, disability. 778-977-8288

SAANICH- LARGE, 2000sq ft, 2 bdrm, lights & heat incld, NS/NP. Refs, $1100 mo. Avail now. 250-652-0591.

1981 MERCEDES 300SD Turbo Diesel for sale. 281,000 KMS, (Champagne colour) in fair condition, asking $3000. Maintenance log available. Call 250-885-9010.

“2004 RAV4 4WDâ€?- $13,500 ďŹ rm. 4 cyl, auto, silver, Michelins, 120,000 km,Victoria only vehicle. Complete maintenance history. Lady-driven, no accidents, excellent condition, keyless entry. Model Recommended In Top 10 by Consumer Reports. (250)479-5545.

COTTAGES DEEP COVE: cozy 1bdrm, wood oors, acreage, skylights $950 mo, N/S. 250-656-1312.

APARTMENTS FURNISHED LANDS END: large sunny water view, priv entry, parking, NS, www.sidneystudio.info. Adults, snow birds, refs. 250655-4175 SIDNEY EXECUTIVE suite. near ocean & town. $1295. Short/ long term.250-656-8080

ROOMS FOR RENT SIDNEY. FURNISHED room. satellite, laundry, heat, hydro, $450./mo. 250-654-0477.

SUITES, LOWER BRIGHT, NEWLY renovated 1 bdrm suite in Deep Cove, grd level, separate entrance. F/S, W/D, D/W, appls all new, wood stove & rs. N/S. $1100 inclusive. (250)656-6138. BRIGHT NEWLY renovated 1 bedroom above ground suite. 4 piece bath, storage, utilities and shared laundry. N/S, N/P. $800. Nov 1. 250-656-4319. C. SAANICH. 1-Bdrm. $850. inclds utils & laundry. NS/NP. Avail immed. 250-418-0780. DEEP COVE lrg 1 bdrm, acreage, hot tub. W/D, cat ok, N/S. $850+ util. 250-656-1312 FLORENCE LAKE, 2 yr old 1 bdrm ground level suite, large mudroom, F/S, W/D, & micro. 2 private entrances w/ sunroom & patio on 1 acre prop. Utils incl. N/S, small pet ok, $950. Oct. 15. 250-391-1967.

SIDNEY BACHELOR by Park & Ocean. No Drinking, NS/NP. Ref’s. 250-655-8826 (msgs).

1985 CADILLAC Seville, 70,000 k. Mint condition. White leather upholstery. 1 owner. $3,500. Call (250)656-1560.

UVIC/CAMOSUN area, 2 bdrm, priv ent, N/P, N/S, $900. Avail immed. (250)477-6652.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

Your Community SUITES, UPPER SIDNEY: QUIET cozy 1 bdrm. W/D, utils incld, NS/NP, completely furnished. Avail. Nov. 1st. $995/mo. (250)656-7184.

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

LAKE HILL- 2 bdrms, grd lvl, 5 appls, fenced yrd, priv parking, close to schools, bus, shopping, cat ok, N/S. $1150. Call (250)213-5614.

1998 PONTIAC Grand Prix GT US car, 193,000 km, lady driven since 1993. $2800 obo. Alan, (778)426-3487.

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GORGE. QUIET cul-de-sac. 2 bdrm grnd level. Shared laundry, NS/NP. $1100./mo inclds utils. Avail now. 250-384-5466.

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

1999 FORD Econoline 350 Super duty Motorhome. V10. $22,000. 125km. Very well taken care of, clean and runs great. Please phone 250-6554840. Located in Sidney.

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22’ 5TH wheel, $4,900. Or sell with 2006 Chevy Silverado total package (asking $14,900). Incld’s Tonneau Lid. All excellent cond. Call (250)655-1147.

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

ARE YOU in need of a professional, qualiďŹ ed, residential or commercial gardener? www. glenwood gardenworks.com

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

AURICLE BSC. 250-882-3129 Fall clean up, Lawn aeration & fertilize-soil-hedges & more.

HAULING AND SALVAGE

CertiďŹ ed 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

CHIMNEY SERVICES JKG CHIMNEY. Clean, Repairs, Gutters, Roof Demoss, Torch On Flat. 250-588-3744.

CLEANING SERVICES MALTA HOUSECLEANING Estates, events, ofďŹ ces. 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, etc. 250-886-8053, 778-351-4090. HAGENS COMPUTERS. New and used computers. Sales and service. 250-655-3566.

CONCRETE & PLACING ALL TYPES of Concrete & Carpentry work specializing in all types of retaining walls, large or small. IKON Construction since 1980. Call 250-4782898 or 250-880-0928.

CONTRACTORS CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitch/bath, wood oor, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877

ELECTRICAL 250-361-6193 QUALITY Electric. New homes, renos. No job too sm. Seniors disc. #22779. AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550. KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991. NORTHERN SUN Electric Comm/Res. $40/hr. Work Guaranteed. Any size job. (250)888-6160. Lic#13981.

ELITE GARDENING MAINTENANCE Clean-Ups, Pruning, Renovating older gardens, Horticulturist

778-678-2524

$20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279. CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164. FAMILY MAN Hauling. Prompt, Courteous. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.

NO JOB too BIG or SMALL. SENIOR’S SPECIAL! Prompt, reliable service. Phone Mike (ANYTIME) at 250-216-7502.

MALTA BLOWN Insulation. Attics - interior/exterior walls & sound silencer. (250)388-0278

SCOTCH BROOM PROBLEM? We will hand-cut or hand-pull, chip, weigh and haul away the little devil. $150 plus 15 cents a pound. A Scot brought it...make a Scot take it away! 250-668-2888

MASONRY & BRICKWORK

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

FURNITURE REFINISHING

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

FURNITURE REFINISHING. Specializing in small items, end-tables, coffee tables, chairs. Free pick-up & delivery. References available. 250-475-1462. U-NEEK SEATS. Hand cane, Danish weave, sea grass. UK Trained. Fran, 250-216-8997.

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.

10% OFF. Mowing, Power Raking, 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 Yard a mess? Fall pruning & clean-up. Blackberry & ivy rmvl, weed control. 24yrs exp. 250-216-9476 ACCEPTING clients, From the Ground Up, custom landscapes, home reno’s, garden clean-ups.

INSULATION

LANDSCAPING

FENCING

GARDENING

250.388.3535

CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Natural & Veneered Stone. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! “Quality is our Guarantee�. Free Competitive Estimates. (250)294-9942/(250)589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com JOHN’S STONEWORK. Free estimates. Over 30 years experience. (250)595-6099.

PERIMETER EXTERIORS. Gutter Cleaning, Repairs, Demossing, Upgrades. WCB, Free estimates. 250-881-2440.

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.

HANDYPERSONS AL’S AVAILABLE to update your home. Kitchens, baths, basements, etc. Licensed & Insured. Al 250-415-1397. BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Stairs, Painting, General household repairs. Free estimate. Call Barry 250-896-6071 HANDYMAN SERVICES. Lawns, fences, pruning, ooring, painting, drywall, small renos. Mike/Chris 250-656-8961

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.

DIAMOND MOVING- 1 ton 2 ton. Prices starting at $85/hr. Call 250-220-0734. DONE RIGHT MOVING $80/hr. Senior Discount. Free Est’s. No travel time before or after. SMOOTH MOVES. Call Tyler at 250-418-1747.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

PAINTING

ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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. Interior & Exterior. Quality work. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071 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.

DEMOSS Dr. $499 per/roof. 2 years warranty. We also install new roofs? Call 250-589-4998

SAFEWAY PAINTING

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

Peacock Painting

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

UPHOLSTERY UPHOLSTERER work. Your fabric 250-480-7937.

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NEEDS mine.

WINDOW CLEANING BLAINE’S WINDOW WASHING. Serving Sidney & Brentwood since 1983. Average house $35. 250-656-1475

250-652-2255 250-882-2254 WRITTEN GUARANTEE Budget Compliance

DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190.

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT

WINDOWS

PLUMBING

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

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

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

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PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, October 12, 2012

www.peninsulanewsreview.com • A15

We’re currently building a new, bigger Ronald McDonald House® BC next to BC Children’s Hospital. Once completed, the House will keep thousands more families together as their children receive treatment at the hospital. This House is our chance to surround more sick children with the love and support of their parents and siblings.

Find out how you can help at rmhbc.ca

SAANICHTON

ROUTE 6221 - PANAVIEW HEIGHTS,VEYANESS RD, STELLY’S CROSS RD, EAST SAANICH RD ROUTE 6224 - EAST SAANICH RD, VEYANESS RD, HOVEY RD, (ODD) RIDGEDOWN CRES.

Available

Paper Routes Positions Open For FT/PT Carriers & Sub Carriers All Age Groups Welcome!

DEAN PARK

ROUTE 6551 - PENDER PARK DR, ORCAS PARK TERRACE,SALISH DRIVE ROUTE 6553 - NASH PLACE, BEAUMARIS PLACE, DEAN PARK ROAD, PENDER PARK DRIVE, ROUTE 6561 - FOREST PARK DR, STUART PARK TERR, PORTLAND PL, FOREST PARK PL ROUTE 6563 - MAYNVIEW TERRACE,GEORGIA VIEW,PARK PACIFIC TERRACE ROUTE 6566- MORSEBY PARK, HARO PARK TANNER RIDGE

ROUTE 6105 - LOGANBERRY PLACE, WILCOX TERRACE ROUTE 6128 - SEABROOK RD, WHITE RD, VEYANESS RD, TANLEE CRES, CHATWELL DR, REID COURT SIDNEY

ROUTE 6359 - HARBOUR ROAD BRENTWOOD BAY

ROUTE 6003 - STELLY’S CROSS RD, WEST SAANICH RD, KRISTEN PLACE

Call... Arlene 250-656-1151

A16 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com

Friday, October 12, 2012 - PENINSULA

NEWS REVIEW

Sea the savings! 100% Traceable BC Fresh Halibut Fillets

Halibut special in effect until Tuesday, October 16th, 2012

$14.92/lb

On Sale

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Per 100g www.thisfish.info A Fish Traceability Program

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Fri, Oct. 12th • Sat, Oct. 13th Sun, Oct. 14th, 2012 ONLY

Strip Loin Grilling Steaks Naturally Aged 21 Days Family Pack Savings Size $15.41/kg

Mandarin Oranges Grown in China 4lb/1.81kg Bag

2

4 lb Bag

6

99 Per lb

Island Farms

Premium Ice Cream Country Cream, Denali or No Sugar Added Dessert 1.65L

On Sale

99

On Sale

24 Pack

On Sale

4

9Each9

Chocolate Chip Cookies On Sale

300 When you buy 2

5

9Each9

Three Day Sale specials in effect Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 12th – 14th, 2012

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