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he state of journalism is top of mind for Denise Savoie. The case of Jill Winzoski weighs on her – and it’s the first topic of conversation during a recent coffeeshop meet-up. The Manitoba reporter was fired recently, after a Conservative MP complained about her allegedly biased reporting. It’s an example of a larger trend, she points out: journalists who ask investigative questions are sidelined and scientists don’t want to be quoted. “A culture of fear has deepened over Political record for the time I’ve been in Denise Savoie: Ottawa,” Savoie says. ■ Victoria city It’s been three councillor, 1999 to months since her 2005 (re-elected in sudden resignation, 2002) midway through ■ Victoria member her third term as of parliament 2006 Victoria’s member of to 2012 (re-elected Parliament. Reflecting in 2008 and 2011) on her time in federal politics, she has one dominant impression: “I remember before I went to Ottawa, I felt, as a Canadian, that our democracy was rock solid … and it’s been shaken.”
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Former NDP MP Denise Savoie relaxes at Banfield Park near her home in Vic West. She’s enjoying taking things a little slower in retirement. Interrupting herself, she apologizes for the New Democrat partisan speak. Politics aren’t the main reason for today’s interview. Savoie gratefully acknowledges the widespread concern in the community about her health – the reason behind her unexpected departure. It’s a topic she doesn’t want to discuss in any detail, but does see the need to address in broad terms.
“It isn’t that I’m deathly ill,” she clears up, right off the bat. “If I were younger, I could have continued, but I knew my health was taking a beating and that became important to me to be around for my grandkids and for myself,” she says. “I think I can manage it now.” PLEASE SEE: Ottawa fails to shake, Page A9
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Murray Rankin may have won Monday’s federal byelection in the Victoria riding, but the Orange wave didn’t roll until late in the evening. Donald Galloway and the Green Party proved themselves the only real contender besides the NDP, while the Liberals and Conservatives struggled to gain momentum. Frontrunner Rankin surged ahead only in the final hour of poll results, taking a commanding 1,200-vote lead. At several points throughout the night, Galloway and Rankin swapped the lead. Galloway seemed stunned by his own success earlier on, before conceding to Rankin at about 10:35 p.m. “I think we’ve won, whatever happened,” he said. “We’ve run a fabulous campaign. I don’t think they (the NDP) expected this.” NDP supporters at the Fairmont Empress Hotel, who had been anxious for most of the night, were jovial after Rankin’s victory speech. “Like Paul McCartney’s long and winding road, I never expected it to be quite such a nailbiter,” he said. “But at the end of the day, we won, and that’s the thing I treasure,” said Rankin, who succeeds retired NDP MP Denise Savoie. Conservative candidate Dale Gann was expected to finish with roughly 14 per cent support, while Liberal Paul Summerville had nearly 13 per cent of the vote. dpalmer@vicnews.com
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Work to begin on aboriginal home Victoria’s second Traveller’s Inn conversion progressing Roszan Holmen News staff
After a two-year wait, renovations are proceeding on the former Traveller’s Inn at 120 Gorge Rd. E., purchased by the City of Victoria in 2010 to create affordable housing. Renovations will likely begin in the next couple of weeks on the smaller of the two structures on the lot. The larger building has a different fate. Two months
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ago, stakeholders agreed to demolish and rebuild. “The cost of the renovation on the three-storey building was so close to building new, it made more sense to build to suit,� said Bruce Parisian, executive director of the Victoria Native Friendship Centre. “I’m ecstatic.� With help from various funders, the city will convert the old motel into subsidized housing for aboriginal tenants, with the Friendship Centre overseeing operations. It is the second conversion of its kind for the city. Last month, renovations were completed on Queens Manor, another former Traveller’s Inn. Parisian sees many advantages to building new, rather than renovating the whole motel. “When you build to suit, obviously it’s a lot better living conditions,� he said. It will also allow for two- and possibly three-bedroom units for larger families. Plans for the new building also include a common room, where the Friendship
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People passing by the former Traveller’s Inn motel at 120 Gorge Road E., now owned by the city, will soon see construction crews working on the site. Centre can host celebrations and operate such programs as cooking classes. “We call it the village,� Parisian said. “We want the community to be able to meet and support one another.� The timeline for the new portion of the housing complex is unclear, as it requires community consultation. Renovations to the existing building, however, will progress much faster. Pari-
sian hopes to see the facility operational by the end of next year. “These studio units will be housing for aboriginal youth coming out of care, or for very young families with one child, or grandmothers raising grandchildren,� he said. To date, 70 people have taken a course called readyto-rent, in anticipation of living in the building. In total, the city has bud-
geted $1.1 million for the job, which represents a middle ground figure between the city’s original estimate of $400,000 and the friendship centre’s estimate of $4 million. Funding will come from the Victoria Housing Trust Reserve ($390,000), Capital Regional District Housing ($100,000) and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation ($624,000). rholmen@vicnews.com
B.C. Transit accused of provoking bus union Daniel Palmer News staff
The union representing Greater Victoria bus drivers, mechanics and maintenance workers is accusing B.C. Transit of intentionally provoking workers to strike. Canadian Auto Workers local 333 president Ben Williams said the union is being forced to pay worker benefit premiums, a move usually undertaken only after strike or lockout action. But B.C. Transit said the move is a standard labour law practice. “Under the labour code, in any job action ... (the party) who pays the premium shifts from the employer to the union,� said Meribeth Burton, B.C. Transit spokesperson. The two sides seem to have dif-
ferent interpretations of what constitutes adequate job action, however. “The union is only taking the most limited form of job action possible – an overtime ban – in its measured and reasonable efforts to get a new contract without a serious disruption of transit service‚� Williams said in a statement. “But we are not going to accept B.C. Transit’s provocative position that the union or the workers pay their disability, life and health insurance premiums while they continue to work their full shifts.� The other major sticking point in negotiations centres on B.C. Transit’s purchase of 15 Vicinity buses, which carry more passengers and require less training to operate than existing shuttle buses. Five buses are intended for Greater Victoria.
On Thursday, B.C. room at the time ‌ It’s Transit staged a presenunfortunate that the distation of a Vicinity bus for cussion we should be media and employees. having has been underVictoria Coun. Marimined by this stunt from anne Alto called the B.C. Transit. They’ve display “highly inapprothrown the commission priateâ€? given that the right in the middle of the Greater Victoria Transit collective bargaining proCommission, of which cess.â€? she is a member, held The commission next off making a decision on Marianne Alto meets Dec. 4 and may using the buses on Victoreconsider delaying its ria-area routes. decision on the buses, Alto said. “The commission made a reasonWilliams stressed the union will able decision to delay this decision give 24 hours notice before walking (during job action),â€? Alto said. off the job or cutting service. The commission still needs to For the latest transit delays, assess safety and accessibility fea- check bctransit.com. tures, as well as proposed traindpalmer@vicnews.com ing requirements for the Vicinity PLEASE SEE: buses. Our View, Page A10 “B.C. Transit folks were in the
Construction causes axing of popular event Daniel Palmer News staff
A favourite holiday event has been shelved at CFB Esquimalt due to ongoing construction at the base’s dockyard. The annual Navy Lighting Contest, where decorated ships and buildings are displayed and the public may vote for their favourites, attracted nearly 5,800 visitors over 10 days last December. “I fully recognize that the (event) has become a tradition for many of us, including our neighbours in the community,� base commander Capt. (Navy) Bob Auchterlonie said. “My decision is based on a number of factors, including the ongoing construction and renewal in HMC Dockyard, the ability for personnel to safely decorate buildings near the work being done, as well as the unavailability of ships due to operational and maintenance requirements.� The lighting contest has also seen the base act as a cash and food drop-off point for the Mustard Seed Food Bank. Upwards of $20,000 worth of annual donations was collected in recent years. Officials hope to revive the event for 2013. dpalmer@vicnews.com
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City employees recognized by province City of Victoria employees Janet Hawkins and Christine Havelka have been awarded a local-government achievement certificate by the provincial government. Council secretaries, Hawkins and Havelka were among seven people
in B.C. to be recognized by the provincial board of examiners. The certificate recognizes academic training and work experience and its goal is to improve professional skills in local government. rholmen@vicnews.com
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SPCA holds fire sale on kittens Roszan Holmen News staff
SPCAs across the province are holding a half-price sale on cats and kittens, due to unusually large numbers of animals at its shelters. “Normally at this time of year, the number of abandoned and surrendered kittens lessens, but the kittens just keep coming and we are really overwhelmed,” said Lorie Chortyk, general manager of community relations for the B.C. SPCA. The scene is a little different in Victoria. “We’re not as bad as some of the other branches,” said Penny Stone, manager of the SPCA shelter on Napier Lane. “Victo-
ria is such a great animal community.” For this reason, the Victoria branch actually imports abandoned cats from other heavierhit SPCA branches. For instance, Victoria has almost 60 kittens right now. About half are from the Port Alberni area, where there is not the same level of community support for spay and neuter programs, Stone said. To help find homes for the felines, the $149 adoption fee for cats ($179 for kittens) will be cut in half now through Dec. 9. Stone said she’s not worried the sale will induce people to buy a cat on impulse. “We screen really well here… (and) there is such an arduous process for adopting them. You
can’t just adopt if you have the money.” The discounted fees are timed in fall to help find as many homes for cats as possible before the Christmas season begins. “We don’t do adoptions as gifts,” Stone said, noting that Christmas isn’t a good time of year to bring a cat home. Provincewide, there are 936 adult cats and 1,146 kittens in SPCA facilities that need homes. rholmen@vicnews.com
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A North Saanich man has been charged with a range of sexual crimes against minors in the Greater Victoria area, the first allegedly occurring 34 years ago. Marvin Thomas Sr., 64, faces four charges, including sexual assault and sexual intercourse with a female under 14. The charges relate to offences alleged to have happened between
1978 and 1983 and involving one person in or near Victoria. Thomas also faces two newer charges relating to alleged incidents against a second teen in 2012 in Central Saanich. The charges are sexual assault and sexual interference against a person under 16. On Jan. 8, the Provincial Court will set a trial date. rholmen@vicnews.com
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Young women robbed at knifepoint Police believe Mayfair incident may be linked to previous robbery Daniel Palmer News staff
Victoria police detectives are warning the public to be cautious, after two women were robbed at knifepoint near Mayfair Shopping Centre on Friday afternoon. The women, aged 19 and 22, were approached by a woman who asked for the time. When one of the victims pulled out her cellphone, the suspect produced a large knife and demanded both of the women’s phones and cash. The robbery was interrupted by a bus pulling up to the
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curb. The suspect did not get the phones, but made off with makeup, rings and cash, police said. VicPD detectives believe the incident may be related to a similar robbery of two 11-year-old girls near Hillside Centre on Nov. 14. Police are warning the public to be aware of their surroundings when using personal electronic devices. The suspect is described as standing five-foot-two or fivefoot-three, in her early-20s with a slim build and dyed blonde hair with a blue streak. She had a silver stud in her nose and blue or green eyes, police said. Anyone with information on the crimes is asked to contact VicPD at 250-995-7654 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Belfry Theatre charity wine auction co-ordinators hope an online auction will help recover some of the costs they incurred organizing the previously cancelled event. The Crush wine auction was cancelled last month because bottles of donated wine were to be auctioned under a special occasion licence, a common practice that was only recently deemed illegal by the province.
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Cougar sighting third this month in city A James Bay resident reported a cougar sighting early Monday morning, the third in as many weeks in south Victoria. A big cat was spotted in the 100-block of Oswego St., near the James Bay community school, said VicPD spokesperson Mark MacIntyre. The B.C. Conservation Officer Service was notified and VicPD officers were patrolling the area. Police advised school administrators of the sighting, as well as other schools in the area. Staff were working with police to ensure everyone’s safety, MacIntyre said. Similar cougar sightings were reported Nov. 8 in James Bay and Nov. 15 in Fairfield near Ross Bay cemetery. dpalmer@vicnews.com
While the province may change the rules next year, charities have been permitted to auction gift baskets that contain wine, so long it is paired with other donated items. The Belfry is auctioning three gift basket packages, with bidding starting at $200. The auction closes Dec. 16 at 4 p.m. To view the gift baskets, visit belfry.bc.ca/online-holiday-auction. dpalmer@vicnews.com
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Ottawa fails to shake Savoie’s optimism Continued from Page A1
Sipping tea at her local neighbourhood haunt – the Spiral Cafe in Vic West – she looks thin, but vibrant with jeans and a pink shirt, her trademark youthful curls framing her tanned face. It’s hard to tell that on Nov. 21, she celebrated her 69th birthday. Savoie became sick last year. She spent the summer hoping she’d feel up for another term, but as the date approached, she knew she wouldn’t be able handle her duties as deputy speaker and chair of the committee of the whole. “We have to be there at three in the morning, if that’s when the debates are happening,” she says. “It’s not a question that I can’t be there if I’m sick.” On Aug. 23, she announced her resignation, effective Aug. 31. The decision was excruciating, she says. “I just felt really torn.” Savoie’s predecessor, David Anderson, spoke to her performance and challenge as deputy speaker. “I don’t think I ever heard a critical word of her performance there,” Anderson, the former Liberal MP and cabinet minister, says in a phone conversation. “It’s a difficult job and it’s not one that gets a lot of glory … but it’s certainly an important one for a political process, and I certainly admire her for doing it and doing it well. The difficulty she faced as deputy speaker was that you had an entire government devoted to changing the political culture … making it much more adversarial and much more polarized.” The tone of debate was an issue Savoie spoke about frequently during her time in federal politics. Thinking back, she says some people misconstrued her intent. “It’s not (about) wanting everybody to be nice to each other; that isn’t what I want at all.” In fact, she welcomes hard-hitting debate. Most sane people realize they don’t hold a monopoly on truth, she says. “If we’re willing to look at that, we can move from our ‘I’m right and you’re wrong’ (approach) … the kind of hurtful attacks that you hear so often in the house – it’s not just unpleasant, it’s totally unproductive.” On the whole, she paints a dire picture: government is dominated by a culture
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Savoie feels there is so much more to be done politically. Given these insider observations, one would imagine feeling altogether defeated. Not so, she says. “I felt shaken, but then I would come back to Victoria and I would see this incredible involvement and awareness and intelligence that reaffirms my belief in the institution.” Whether it be about housing or kids or other issues, “people jump in and get involved and do something about it.” Since retiring, Savoie has been swimming at Crystal Pool, hiking with friends, fishing with her son and campaigning for
Murray Rankin in the byelection held to replace her. She hopes to do a bike trip sometime, perhaps Scandinavia. While she has closed the door on electoral politics, she plans to stay politically active. “Politics is in me in the sense that I feel there is so much to be done,” she says. On Nov. 27, the Victoria West Community Association honoured her contributions as a neighbour, a two-term Victoria city councillor and MP. “In part, it was concerns about transportation and affordable housing in Victoria West that motivated Denise to run for city council. (As an MP), Denise continued to be involved in Victoria West and the issues that affect this community,” wrote association president Nan Judd. Victoria Mayor Dean Fortin also noted Savoie’s involvement in her community. “She was extremely hard working,” he says. “She was always organizing local meetings and forums. She was our voice in Ottawa as opposed to Ottawa’s voice here.” rholmen@vicnews.com
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Transit move shows bad form B.C. Transit’s move to unveil a new model of community bus in Victoria last week was illtimed at best, provocative at worst. With company management based in Victoria, it probably made logistical sense to hold the press conference in the city, and the accompanying ridealong in the new Vicinity buses. But at a time when labour strife continues to bubble and inconvenience the public, and local politicians are working toward gaining more authority over decision-making for transit, the timing of last week’s show-and-tell event was definitely questionable. Some local politicians were furious that B.C. Transit trotted out the new buses on their turf, despite the fact the Victoria Regional Transit Commission has yet to OK the use of five Vicinity buses on routes in the region. The already delicate relationship between the company and the commission was well illustrated with negative comments from Victoria Coun. Marianne Alto and Saanich Mayor Frank Leonard. The bus unveiling, benign as it might have seemed, simply proved to exacerbate that fractious association. The bus-riding public is no doubt interested in the type of service that may one day be available to them. At any other time, Transit’s introduction of new vehicles has been met with curiosity and even a certain amount of excitement. It could be that the commission has, in past, chosen to rubber-stamp the use of specific buses on local routes, choosing to accede to the expertise of B.C. Transit management. In holding off their approval of the use of more of the smaller community buses, the commission was being sensitive to the current labour dispute. They are well aware that disagreement over how Transit trains and pays drivers to operate such buses is the key sticking point in the dispute. It would have made more sense, politically, to unveil the buses somewhere else, or perhaps not at all. Last week’s move only showed that B.C. Transit is willing to start negotiating in the media rather than at the bargaining table. What do you think? Give us your comments by email: editor@vicnews.com or fax 250-386-2624. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Victoria News is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
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Poverty of politics continues B.C.’s ritual day of shame over more student grants. Eliminate child poverty has come and gone homelessness. once again, with politicians trading And so it continues toward a blame and time-worn socialist Utopia and talking points. certain bankruptcy for The occasion was an provincial and federal annual gathering staged governments already at the B.C. Teachers’ deeply in the red. Federation office in I wrote about these downtown Vancouver. numbers when Statistics It is organized by First Canada released them Call, an umbrella group back in June. They sponsored by the BCTF, showed a modest the B.C. Government improvement nationally Employees’ Union and a and provincially in what Tom Fletcher collection of like-minded they measure, which B.C. Views “anti-poverty activists,” as is not poverty, but the they describe themselves relative relationship in their latest report. between income groups. First Call The familiar script unfolded. The dismisses that improvement as “a report misinterprets federal income dismal record.” statistics from two years ago and My point is not to deny that there calls for a long list of uncosted, but are many poor people in B.C. and hugely expensive measures that Canada. There are. But at this point they assert will make B.C. the first we don’t even have a reliable way jurisdiction in human history to of measuring the problem, let alone eradicate poverty. effective solutions. A sampling: provide raises for The report states: “Statistics employees and contractors at all Canada said the child poverty rate levels of government until they in Greater Vancouver was 18.4 per are making an unspecified “living cent in 2010 …” wage,” because we all know how No, Statistics Canada didn’t say public sector workers uniquely that. They said what they always suffer from pay and pension say, that “Low-Income Cut-Off,” or inequality. LICO figures, are not an accurate Raise the minimum wage again measure of poverty. and index it to inflation. Establish The political response was universal public dental care, equally predictable. Veteran NDP prescription drug and eye care MP Libby Davies led the charge programs, and daycare. (Dismiss in Ottawa. The government must targeted programs that already establish a national anti-poverty provide this.) strategy with firm annual goals, she Raise welfare rates and expand said, reciting the identical script of eligibility for employment the B.C. NDP. insurance. Cut tuition and provide Davies didn’t mention that
Manitoba is among the provinces with such a plan. It’s the only province that finished below B.C. in the percentage of children living in low-income homes. These plans are mainly gesture politics, providing the appearance of action. Social Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux spoke on behalf of the B.C. Liberal government, and she, too, stuck to a familiar script. The best path out of poverty is a job, she said. This is true, but also obvious. Then Cadieux went on about the “B.C. Jobs Plan,” which has its own sorry record of misrepresented federal statistics. Here’s one of the report’s more blindingly obvious section headings: “Child poverty concentrated in big cities.” No kidding. The whole population is concentrated in big cities. Herein lies a clue that is missed by “activists” for ever-larger government. Poor people are increasingly crowded into the most expensive places. If I’m on welfare or working in a low-wage job and receiving a provincial rent subsidy (one of those things LICO doesn’t measure), should I live in downtown Victoria or Vancouver? Shouldn’t I relocate to a smaller community where housing is cheaper? There are lots of complications to this, but some kind of incentive to relocate could help big and small communities. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
‘At this point we don’t even have a reliable way of measuring the problem.’
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LETTERS Texting is the answer for waiting city directors Re: Waiting game playing out at City Hall (News, Nov. 23) Why doesn’t Mayor Fortin follow the lead of Saanich council and ask that directors be texted when it’s their turn to present at council meetings? As Coun. Lisa Helps noted, having directors wait on the sidelines, away from their desks for hours at a time, is a “waste of time and a waste of money.” And only upon Coun. Thornton-Joe’s insistence at a recent meeting did the Mayor allow those waiting directors to speak for a few minutes instead of taking lunch first. The mayor said that, while waiting, directors have “been working their Blackberries like crazy.” In this situation, however, people are usually catching up on their own emails and calendars. Any work-related duties that are being done are accomplished far less effectively than when the directors are at their desks, where their files and paper documents are readily available. The mayor may prefer livestreaming so that directors can “be at their desk, doing work, but still be mindful of what is happening.” But as we all know from statistics on distracted driving, this multitasking isn’t conducive to effective concentration and outcomes. He contradicted himself by saying that directors would benefit by waiting at the meeting for their turn to speak, even though they’re not paying attention because they’re “working their Blackberries like crazy.” Coun. Helps brings a fresh perspective and straight talk to the team: for the sake of Victoria taxpayers, Mayor Fortin would do best to listen to her and let directors do their $100 per hour work in their offices until they’re alerted by a text to attend a meeting. Paul Austin Victoria
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Sovereign silhouette A worker stands silhouetted below the construction crane on the Sovereign condo project currently being built in the 600-block of Broughton St.
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Re: Social enterprises targeted for tax (News, Nov. 9). I think it is monstrous of city council to even think about taxing the social enterprises named in your front page article. As the author correctly points out: “in many cases the social enterprise helps to fund charitable work both on and off site.” Further, any funds realized through any quasi-commercial activities are ploughed back into funding the free or subsidized services so badly needed by their clients. These services are provided by both volunteers and salaried employees. Any taxation would likely result in a reduction in services, producing a void which would likely have to be filled by the city, probably at much greater cost than the $216,637 in revenue expected to be realized with the tax. I would doubt that amount of money would provide for
much more than four additional workers on city salaries and benefits. I can’t see them producing the same results. How crazy is that? Contrast that with the $90,000 cost of the Langley Street loo in the same issue and the annual salary costs of its maintenance by city workers. True, it provides much needed relief to the bladders of numerous nocturnal inebriates, and the olfactory sense of pedestrians and neighbours. But I have no doubt that this facility falls far short of the services provided by any one of those selected for possible taxation. William Davis Victoria
Willy-nilly density bonuses not appropriate in city Re: Density shift idea concerns Young (News, Nov. 14) Victoria Coun. Geoff Young’s concerns are correct about the suggestion of funding affordable housing by adding new density bonuses anywhere. Planning is important for density to be “where it is appropriate” and fits, while giving back to the local area. As a citizen, I understand the cynicism of citizens giving input to a plan, only to have the main aim thwarted by spot zonings. Further, such zonings increase land costs generally, so building affordable housing becomes more expensive. One suggestion raised before that would get the city full dollars consistently, is following Vancouver’s method of assessing the true value of the development and bonus. Could council have a policy that bonuses require developers to build affordable units, onsite or elsewhere? The number of such units would increase without cost to the city. Mary E. Doody Jones Victoria
Higher-than-inflation rate hike is inevitable Re: City upping charges for water, sewer (News, Nov. 21) The news for Victoria homeowners is once again bleak, as utility costs are to rise again, and much faster than the nationally prevalent rate of inflation. As I noted in my letter on this topic in July, my city utility bills have increased by about 11 per cent annually since 2007, a trend which is likely to continue unabated. This time costs are to rise because people have been conserving water usage too much. This seems to mimic the thinking at B.C. Transit and B.C. Ferries as well – they have fewer riders, so let’s charge each passenger a lot more. Management at these places seem to operate on the assumption that they have an inalienable right to a certain amount of cash flow, regardless of service offered or the number of users. Such a business model is doomed to failure. Roel Hurkens Victoria
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Names around town in the business news The team of Eric Brabander, Annette Wagers, Natalia Simo and John Turner from Camosun College won the annual Certified Management Accountants Society of B.C. business case competition for their detailed financial analysis of a small antiques store. They won a $2,500 shared scholarship … Paul Paterson and his Go Time Motorsports are going great guns with Gio products. They’ve been selling the Chinese-made electric scooters and ATVs and other motorcycle products from their location on Goldstream Avenue since the summer. Send your business news items to editor@ vicnews.com.
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hips,” he says, kidding with her. James laughs. Smartly dressed, she’s sharp and full of stories about her international travels. As a girl, James journeyed to New York and Europe as a pianist and singer. In her 50s, she got her Master’s degree from the Manhattan School of Music, and then came to the Victoria Conservatory of Music as the director of its opera studio. There, she taught Richard Margison, Benjamin Butterfield, and Barbara Livingston, among others. Though officially retired, today she continues to coach her favourite students. What distinguishes a singer is their ability to reach you with their words, said James. “There is some indefinable thing that makes the whole thing work, and usually it's the inspiration of the poetry and the music. “There are four of five people who I said would have a career because they had this ability,” she said. She counts Lavigne among them, but she’s not all praise for her student. She doesn’t condone Lavigne using his voice to sing pop. “If you’re going to be an opera singer, you’ve got to develop more muscle because it is a muscular pursuit,” she said. The style of pop and the use of microphones are at odds with opera, she explained. PLEASE SEE: The last note, Page A18
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For the past year, the two have been working on what Lavigne describes as a “vocal overhaul.” “Being on tour so much, you run into trouble,” he said. Bad habits develop – such as pushing a high note – and become ingrained. It gets you through the concert, but can wreck your voice in the long term, said Lavigne. Upon his return from touring, he got a scolding from James: “‘My dear, what are you doing? You look like you just had a sour candy!’” Lavigne recalled her saying. “She can really get inside a person’s head … and challenge and cajole,” said Lavigne. James cuts him off, adding “and bully” to her list of characteristics. The two share another big laugh. “I never learned the important things in my singing until
somebody really hurt me,” she said, simply. “But if you want to sing, you go back and try to find a way that you don’t do those physical things that get in the way of natural singing.” This week, one of Lavigne’s biggest challenges will be the carol O Holy Night. “The last note goes on and on and on forever, and that's what I'm really going to be focusing on, is making sure I can hold that note far longer than anyone expects me to,” Lavigne said. James shoots him a look – “I didn't know about that.” Lavigne’s Christmas concert, Under the Mistletoe, takes place at the Royal Theatre Dec. 3, and benefits C-FAX Santa’s Anonymous. The show offers a range of traditional carols and humorous anecdotes. Tickets at the Royal Theatre box office, by phone at 250-386-621 or online at rmts.bc.ca. rholmen@vicnews.com
Vocalist Jill Galt leads a seasoned eightmember band to recreate the sounds of Motown, Gloria Estefan, Gladys Knight, Chicago and Blood Sweat and Tears with Queenie and the Groove Kings. The band, which plays Hermann’s Jazz Club Nov. 30, offers a high-energy music and dance experience that features old school rhythm and blues, Motown and stax classics, Latin-pop, and horn driven sounds. Galt began her career singing, dancing and playing music at an early age. At 17, she joined a 27-piece show band from Calgary called Stratus Faction. The band performed in showrooms, clubs and hotels from Toronto to Las Vegas. After a career performing around the world, she returned to Victoria in 2008. Join Galt and her group for a night of great music – rhythm and blues, funk, latin pop, and more. A dance area will be set up so bring your dancing shoes. Cover charge $15. Doors open at 6 p.m. music starts at 8 p.m. at Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View St. Reserve tickets by emailing info@hermannsjazz.com. There is no reserved seating for this show. For more information go to queenieandthegroovekings.com. llavin@vicnews.com
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Lions Skate with Santa at the Archie Browning Sports Centre. Join Santa on the ice from 2:30 to 4 p.m. for skating, games and fun, while the Lions Club of Esquimalt provides lunch for all skaters. Admission is a twoonie plus a non-perishable food item for the food bank. From the rink to the pool, Esquimalt hosts its Swim with Santa Dec. 22 at the Esquimalt Rec Centre pool. From 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., enjoy festive games, activities and a photo with Santa; admission is $2. The Seniors’ Christmas Lunch Dec. 14 offers a chance for local seniors to enjoy time with friends, a traditional turkey dinner and a Christmas carol sing-along at the Crow’s Nest in the Archie Browning Sports Centre from 12 to 1:30 p.m. The cost is $11 per person; for details call 250-412-8500. The Esquimalt Branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library opens its Christmas events Nov. 27
with Behind the Scenes With the Belfry: More Than a Ghost Story. This casual lunchtime chat, from 12 to 12:45 p.m., will feature one of the actors from the Belfry’s production of A Christmas Carol and a local Dickens expert. No registration is required. On Dec. 11 from 3 to 4 p.m., the library asks Who is Santa Claus? Learn the answer, play a Santa Scavenger Hunt and make a diorama to decorate a tree. For ages five to 12. For registration, visit www.gvpl.ca On Dec. 15, the Esquimalt Library welcomes the community for its Winter Social from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., including draw for a book prize package. At the same time, the library is offering a DropIn Christmas Craft. They supply the materials and samples, and you supply the imagination. No registration required but children under three must be accompanied by an adult.
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Monday to Friday – Rainbow Kitchen serves a free hearty meal at noon for low-income and marginalized people at the United Church of Esquimalt, 500 Admirals Rd., in Wheeley Hall (enter from Lyall Street). Fridays – Esquimalt Walking Group hosts free social, community walks leaving from the rec centre foyer at 10 a.m. year-round, rain or shine. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays – Esquimalt Lions Club meets at 6 p.m., at Esquimalt Legion Hall, 620 Admirals Rd. FMI: President Brian Morin, 250-479-0088 or bwmorin@gmail. com; Gerry Mullen, bcgian@shaw.ca or 250480-7175 1st & 3rd Wednesdays – Kiwanis Club of Esquimalt meets, 7:30 a.m. at Gorge Vale Golf Club. 2nd & 4th Mondays – Esquimalt Photography Club meets, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the hall of Esquimalt United Church. New members welcome, incl. all levels of amateur photographers. FMI: www.esquimaltphotoclub. org Nov. 28 – United Way Open House on Seniors’ Support: Better at Home, 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Archie Browning Sports Centre./ FMI: Lilaine, 250-220-7363. Nov. 29 – Victoria Cougars host the Kerry Park Islanders, 7 p.m. at Archie Browning Arena. FMI: www.victoriacougars.com Dec. 3 – Esquimalt Council meets, 7 p.m. in
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Council Chambers. FMI: 250-414-7135 Dec. 4 – Esquimalt Celebration of Lights. Parade, 6 p.m.; events & activities at the Archie Browning Sports Centre rear parking lot, 6:30 to 8 p.m. FMI: www.celebrationoflights. ca Dec. 6 – Victoria Cougars host the Kerry Park Islanders, 7 p.m. at Archie Browning Arena. FMI: www.victoriacougars.com Dec. 8 – Esquimalt’s Centennial Walkway opens in Memorial Park, 1 p.m. Dec. 8 – Pacific Mobile Depots Community Recycling, 9 a.m. to noon at the Archie Browning Sports Centre rear parking lot, for soft and hard plastics, styrofoam, milk and cartons, and electronics. Drop-off fees apply.
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championships in 2009 and 2010, and is currently among the team leaders in kills, aces and digs. “This is an extremely committed team. Travis Paterson Winning the past four straight is a huge News staff confidence boost to go into the break,” said Garrett, who is tidying up his accounting Born five years apart, brothers Garrett degree. “Even when times are tough, we and Ryan Marcellus are enjoying a rare don’t get down, it shows our character.” opportunity as teammates on the Camosun That was evident when the Chargers Chargers men’s volleyball team. started the season slow, at 4-4. Because of their age difference, Oak Bay “We had a little trouble winning the (secHigh grads Ryan and Garrett only recently ond match) of the weekend until recently. had the opportunity to play together for We’d win on Friday, but lose on Saturday. the first time. Officially, it was in Victoria’s But it seems we’ve got over that hump,” summer league, played on grass. But this Garrett said. fall is a new experience The Chargers are comaltogether, said Ryan, ing off with a fourth who made his PacWest straight win on Sunday, debut against the Vanbeating Cranbrook’s Colcouver Island Mariners lege of the Rockies Avaon Oct. 12. The Charlanche 3-1 at the Pacific gers swept that match Institute of Sports Excelin three straight sets. lence, to take a record of “So far it’s a lot faster 8-4 into the mid-season and more size oriented,” break. said Ryan, 18, “and it’s “Chargers coach Charles been great having my Parkinson has a knack for brother on the team.” setting his teams up to Ryan, a 6-foot-2 setter, peak at the right time,” is one of three Chargers said Garrett, at PISE on rookies this season, Sunday. with 6-foot-7 middle The well-lit court has Travis Paterson/News staff housed the Chargers the Lachlan Polson of Claremont secondary and Brothers Garrett and Ryan past three years, making 6-foot-4 right side Lucas Marcellus are at opposite a distant memory of the Dellabough from Lam- ends of their college playing Chargers former home, careers. brick Park. the gym of St. Margeret’s Big brother Garrett is School, where Garrett a model statesman, not just for Ryan, but played his rookie season in 2007-08. for the team. Like Ryan, Garrett also joined the CharNow 23, Garrett, a 6-foot-4 left-side, has gers straight from a provincial championplayed every single position with the Char- ship with the Oak Bay Barbers (2006). gers during his five seasons. He was a sec“It’s been a long career and I’m happy ond team PacWest all-star last year, was to be able to finish with my brother on the part of the Chargers back-to-back provincial team,” Garrett said.
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Camosun College Chargers Claire Ash, Morgan Marshall and Hilary Graham jump to block a shot by College of the Rockies Avalanche player Kelsey Thompson at the Pacific Institute of Sports Excellence gym.
Chargers stop Avalanche Fifth-year rightside Andy Inglis scored 23 kills, three aces and seven digs on Sunday in the Chargers 3-1 win over the Avalanche, and Garrett Marcellus had eight kills, an ace, and 10 digs. Garrett had 10 kills on Saturday as the Chargers won in three sets over the Avalanche, 25-11, 25-13 and 25-10. The Chargers women (5-7) also won both games over the Avalanche on the weekend.
Mount Doug Rams Subway Bowl bound Rams to face Vancouver College Travis Paterson News staff
Perhaps the rise of the Mount Douglas Rams AAA varsity football team should have been more obvious, but no one saw this coming. The Rams outclassed their rivals, Abbotsford’s W.J. Mouat Hawks, with a 41-15 win on Saturday at UBC’s Thunderbird Stadium. It sets up a Subway Bowl final between the Rams and Vancouver College Fighting Irish, 7 p.m. Saturday (Dec. 1) at B.C. Place Stadium. The Irish defeated the St. Thomas More Knights 42-20 in the other AAA semifinal. “(Saturday) was perhaps our most complete game I have seen any Rams team play ever,” said head coach Mark Townsend. “Our offence was able to capitalize on great execution from our special teams.” Going into the Saturday’s semifinal, all eyes were on Hawks tailback Maleek Irons, who ran rushed 491 yards on 48 carries in the Hawks 52-49 win over the Rams on Oct. 13. But this time it was all Rams. When the Hawks came up empty on their first drive, the
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W.J. Mouat’s Crysthian Rivas leaps into Mount Douglas Rams running back Mason Swift. Rams stormed downfield for a 7-0 lead on a 75-yard touchdown run from AAA Player of the Year Marcus Davis. In a unique sequence of plays, the Rams executed a strategy that took the Hawks out of the game by attempting and recovering two consecutive onside kicks. Callum Duke’s first kick was perfect and was recovered by Stephan Lechinsky. Running back Mason Swift capped the ensuing drive with a four-yard touchdown run. “We felt we had a chance to drive a hard squib kick off one of their front line players,” Townsend said. “It’s a strategy we practiced all last week.”
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Duke attempted a second onside kick, which bounced off a Hawks player, and was once again recovered by Lechinsky. Quarterback Ashton MacKinnon finished that drive with a 16-yard TD strike to Davis, his second of three in of the game. “On the night, we weren’t up to the challenge,” Mouat head coach Denis Kelly said. “You’ve got to give credit to them. They came out with a lot more energy and a lot more intensity at the start. We couldn’t really establish our game, and moreover, we had real trouble stopping them.” The Rams were up 41-0 by the time Mouat scored in the second half. Irons was held to 120 yards on 18 carries and one touchdown, a solid game but a far cry from his last effort against the Rams. Davis scored his third touchdown on a 20-yard run and Swift scored his second on a 17-yard dash. Receiver Brian Dowds caught a 27-yard touchdown pass from MacKinnon. The Rams now prepare for the Fighting Irish, which makes its first appearance in the AAA Subway Bowl since winning it against the Terry Fox Ravens in 2010. Leading the Irish’s offence is a “three-headed monster,” running back Liam Mahara, receiver Rashaun Simonise, and the strong-armed quarterback Hunter Robinson. “Vancouver College is a talented and well-coached team and we have great respect for them,” Townsend said. The Rams and Fighting Irish met on Oct. 5, a 54-32 Rams’ win at Royal Athletic Park. On Thursday (Nov. 21) the junior Rams lost 14-7 in their AAA semifinal to the Terry Fox Ravens. sports@vicnews.com
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Braves serve Cougars first loss Victoria Cougars point streak ends Travis Paterson News staff
The Saanich Braves ended the Victoria Cougars’ year long point streak on Thursday (Nov. 22). The 3-1 win also stopped the Cougars current 16-game winning streak and was the first regulation time loss by the reigning Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League champs dating back to Dec. 3, 2011. “Saanich outworked us and were hungry to do things we weren’t prepared to do,” said Cougars coach Mark Van Helvoirt. The two-game series crossed Tillicum Road Bridge back to Saanich’s George Pearkes Recreation centre for Friday night, where the Cougars struck back with a 2-1 win in a shootout. “Friday we played a better team game, we were blocking shots, chipped pucks out, and didn’t get frustrated,” Van Helvoirt said. The two-game set between the league’s first-place Cougars and second-place Braves was also a possible preview of the 2013 VIJHL final. Braves captain Ty Jones sniped the game winner on Thursday in the second period and added an
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Braves forward Justin Polischuk hopes for a rebound as Cougars goalie Evan Roch gloves the puck during the Braves 3-1 win at Archie Browning Sports Centre on Nov. 22. empty net goal in the final minute as the Braves won 3-1 at Archie Browning Sports Centre in Esquimalt. To earn three out of four points against the Cougars (23-1-0-1) is a solid take for the Braves (17-4-0-1). “It’s huge for our confidence,” Braves coach Cook said. “We’re happy that we’ve performed well. Quite frankly, our first two games (against the Cougars last month) we performed well too, this time we
were able to get a result. Obviously (Friday was) disappointing.” The challenge now for the Braves is to carry on in the same manner when they visit the Peninsula Panthers (15-9-0-2) at Panorama arena on Thursday and host the Campbell River Storm (5-18-0-2) at Pearkes on Friday. “Our preparation was outstanding from players and staff, no question,” Cook said. “We can’t be that
excited about just one team, we need to bring that killer instinct every game so it’s just normal when we get to playoffs.” Goalie Tanner McGaw was solid for the Braves on Thursday, stopping 33 of 34 shots, especially during a series of Braves penalties in the second period. McGaw was great again on Friday, making 34 saves on 35 shots. “What I really liked was that (McGaw) didn’t have to stand on his head, nor did (Ty Jones) have to score five points,” Cook said. “We were good all around, and (McGaw) made saves he was supposed to.” Thursday’s game took a major shift when, with the Cougars up 1-0 on a goal by Dane Feeney, Braves forward Sam Johnson scored shorthanded on a breakaway. Johnson slid the puck through Evan Roch, “a massive” lift to the Braves’ morale. A few minutes later Jones scored at five-on-five to make it 2-1. Jones was the first to score on Friday, with eight minutes left in the first period. Ben Kinshella tied it 1-1 for the Cougars in the last minute on the rebound of a Brody Coulter shot. Cougars forward Garrett Brandsma scored the only goal of the shootout. The Cougars visit the Westshore Wolves, 7:30 p.m. tonight at Bear Mountain Arena, and host Kerry Park Islanders, 7 p.m. tomorrow. sports@vicnews.com
SPORTS STATS Volleyball Pacific Western Athletic Association Men’s 1 Douglas Royals 2 V.I. Mariners 3 Cam. Chargers 4 Capilano Blues 5 COTR Avalanche 6 CBC Bearcats 7 UFV Cascades Women’s 1 UFV Cascades 2 V.I. Mariners 3 CBC Bearcats 4 Cam.Chargers 5 CapilanoBlues 6 Douglas Royals 7 COTR Avalanche
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Scoring leaders GP G A Pts Brody Coulter (VIC)25 18 50 68 Samuel Rice (VIC) 22 14 43 57 Ty Jones (SAN) 22 25 26 51 Dane Feeney (VIC) 25 18 26 44 Josh Gray (SAN) 22 17 20 37 Ben Kinshella (VIC) 23 12 23 35 Mark Walton (VIC) 24 21 13 34 Mitch Ball (COM) 25 16 18 34 Max Mois (WSW) 22 18 14 32 G. Dunlop (NAN) 24 12 17 29 Recent results Nov. 21: Campbell Riv. 2 Westshore 3 Nov. 22: Saanich 3 Victoria 1 Peninsula 4 Nanaimo 5 OT Nov. 23: Victoria 2 Saanich 1 SO Westshore 4 Peninsula 8 Oceanside 3 Campbell River 2 Nov. 24: Nanaimo 1 Oceanside 2 Westshore 7 Kerry Park 3 Campbell River 3 Comox Valley 2
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HELP WANTED
UKRAINIAN SUPPER
WAREHOUSEMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN ACT Notice is hereby given that Kustom Towing, (2009) Ltd, 3297 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8Z 3K9 will be selling:
LOST: BLACK & White 6 mo old kitten, named Sushi. Lives near Falkland Rd & McNeill Ave in South Oak Bay. Please call 250-507-5510.
LOG TRUCK drivers with offroad experience wanted in Northern Alberta. Immediate openings, good wages, accommodation supplied. Forward resumes: johnwb@telusplanet.net
DAIRY, BEEF, Crop, Sheep, Swine, Horticultural work. Live and learn in Europe, Britain, Japan, Australia or New Zealand. 4-12 month AgriVenture programs available. 1-888598-4415 www.agriventure.com Canadian farmers may also apply for overseas trainees.
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Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051
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. HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Guaranteed $11/hour, 25% proďŹ t sharing, paid overtime, beneďŹ ts, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Call 250360-1408 today for an interview.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
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Friday, Nov. 30th 5pm to 8pm Ukrainian Cultural Centre 3277 Douglas St. Victoria, BC Info at (250)475-2585 Everyone Welcome No Reservations
LEGALS
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of ROY MAGNUS ANTONSEN, Deceased, formerly of 1290 Park Terrace, Victoria, BC, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o TERI L. RODGERS, Barrister & Solicitor, 308 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 895 Fort Street, Victoria, B.C., V8W 1H7, on or before December 24, 2012, after which the estateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. TERI L. RODGERS, Executor NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: THE ESTATE DONALD GWYTHER WARREN, DECEASED formerly of 8F-1215 CRAIGFLOWER ROAD VICTORIA, BC, V9A 2X9 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that claimants against the Estate of EDWIN DONALD GWYTHER WARREN are hereby notiďŹ ed under s.38 of the Trust Act that their claims must be delivered to Barry Dinning, Solicitor to the Executor, at 813 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, BC, V8V 3L2 on or before January 15th, 2013 after which date the Executor will distribute the estate pursuant to law, with regard only to claims of which he has notice. BARRY E. DINNING, Solicitor By: DINNING HUNTER LAMBERT & JACKSON SOLICITORS WITNESS WANTED - a Hit and Run occurred on Nov. 9, 2012 at 8:30AM, at Mckenzie and Shelbourne. A 2004 BMW was rear ended by the unidentiďŹ ed driver of a large silver SUV. If you have any information about the driver or the vehicle that ďŹ&#x201A;ed the scene, please contact GAVIN @250384-6262 or gmather@awslaw.ca.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA
Owner S. Lowrie 2G1WFS2E129126349 2000 DODGE DAKOTA Owner K. Intile 1B7GG22X4YS737377 Will be sold on December 12, 2012. At 647B Dupplin Rd, Victoria, BC between 10am-2pm. WITNESS WANTED - A hit and run occurred on Oct. 30, 2012 at 3:15pm, at Richmond and Forrester St. A 2006 Honda Civic was struck by the unidentiďŹ ed driver of a grey/silver late model sedan with a spoiler. The offending vehicle ďŹ&#x201A;ed on Forrester Street and remains unidentiďŹ ed. If you have any information about the driver or vehicle that ďŹ&#x201A;ed the scene, please contact GAVIN in conďŹ dence at 250-3846262
PERSONALS STEAMWORKS: A club for men to meet men. 582 Johnson St., Victoria. 250-3836623 steamworksvictoria.com
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
LOST: Oly the Cat Missing from near Langford Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memorial Park November 13th. Friendly and could be in someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basement/shed. May have jumped into a car, could be far away from home. Much loved and missed. Any info appreciated, Please call 250-213-1779.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ACCOUNTING & Tax franchise. Start your own practice with Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading accounting franchise. Join Padgett Business Servicesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 400 practices. Taking care of small business needs since 1966. www.padgettfranchises.ca or 1-888-723-4388, ext. 222. GOLD RUSH! looking for a Partner to try and do gold in the Yukon (small scale) Serious Enquiries. 250-331-1335 OWN A Homecare business! Full Training/Support. A great income potential by helping others. Canadian based. $80K reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d to start. Qualicare.com 888-561-0616.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
LEARN FROM Home. Earn from home. Medical Transcriptionists are in demand. Lots of jobs! Enrol today for less than $95 a month. 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com admissions@canscribe.com
HELP WANTED
PRACTICAL NURSING For those with a desire to help others and make the world a better place. Sprott Shaw gives you the skills to actually do it. Our programs put you on a path to making a the lives of others.
NEW Provincially Recognized PN program. Available at select campuses.
Class Starts January 28th
Registered Nurse Needed Immediately BEACON HILL VILLA
Limited Seats Available
Retirement Concepts is a family owned private company based in Vancouver BC that provides seniors housing and care services ranging from Retirement Living, Assisted Living to Skilled Nursing Care throughout the Province. We are looking to fill the following shift: Part-Time Permanent (Night Shift). Applicants must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing with current active registration with CRNBC, BSN preferred. Please submit your resume IMMEDIATELY, in the strictest confidence, via our website at www.retirementconcepts.com/careers While we appreciate all applications, please note only those short listed will be contacted. Retirement Concepts is an equal opportunity employer.
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HELP WANTED
FIELD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IDS CANADA a leading provider of direct-to-consumer information programs in the medical waiting room environment is seeking self motivated individuals for a rewarding casual position. Key responsibilities include: merchandising patient literature in display racks within Medical ofďŹ ces, Hospitals & Clinics for the Victoria and surrounding area. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills & be computer literate. Professional appearance, own car and home storage space required. Ideal for recent retiree and/or those already working part time. Flexible, willing to travel short distances, must be able to lift 15-20 lbs. Please forward your resume to jobs@idscanada.net referencing Victoria in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest, but we will contact only those selected for an interview.
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CRIMINAL RECORD? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certiďŹ cation, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540. STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206, www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, ďŹ r, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.
SKYWATCHER TELESCOPE and tri-pod. D-102MM F-1300MM. Only used once, asking $500. Please call (250)655-0051.
$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. w w w. C o m f r e e. c o m / 3 6 7 0 9 7 www.mls.ca x2486311
EDUCATION/TUTORING MATH TUTORING. Keep up with the class for $12/hour. Call (250)592-4166.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Portraiture, Baby +Family, Maternity. Home Movies to DVD. 250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com
THE LEMARE Group is accepting resumes for the following positions: â&#x20AC;˘Grade Hoe Operator-with Coastal Logging Roadbuilding experience â&#x20AC;˘Coastal CertiďŹ ed Hand Fallers â&#x20AC;˘Coastal CertiďŹ ed Bull Buckers â&#x20AC;˘Off Highway Logging Truck Driver â&#x20AC;˘Grapple Yarder Operators â&#x20AC;˘ Heavy Duty Mechanics Fulltime camp with union rates/beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD F/T Sandwich Makers Victoria (Subway) 2 locations No. edu/exp. Eng. reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $10.68/hr Fax 250-360-0969 1. #100 - 1633 Hillside Ave. 2. #102 - 1503 Admirals Rd.
JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. in Hanna, Alberta needs a few more good people. Busy, modern shop. $25-$31/hour + bonus, beneďŹ ts. Great community. Inquire or send resume. Fax 403-8542845; Email Chrysler@telusplanet.net
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RED SEAL Diesel Truck and Trailer Mechanic wanted in Northern Alberta. Full time, permanent position. Initial accommodation supplied. E-mail: johnwb@telusplanet.net for immediate response.
HELP WANTED
JOIN OUR TEAM Arbutus RV, Vancouver Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s industry leader, is offering Sales Team opportunities in our Mill Bay & Sidney Locations, to meet the demands of our ever-increasing market. If you have previous proven sales skills or are an enthusiastic learner and self-starter looking for an above-average income this would be the perfect opportunity for you. We offer training, an employee beneďŹ t program, and an exciting work environment along with the scope and credibility that 5 Island locations can bring. Demonstrate your interest by applying via email to gbreckon@arbutusrv.ca
5 PIECE French Provincial bedroom set, 9 drawer dresser w/lovely framed mirror. Pair of 2 drawer night stands, 3 piece queen brass bed, excellent condition. $650. without bed $550. Call (250)727-7741.
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HORSEBACK RIDING boots, black leather. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ariatâ&#x20AC;? brand tall boots, womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s size 7.5, regular calf, medium height. Excellent condition. Perfect ďŹ rst pair of show boots! Paid $400, asking $250 obo. 250-391-5992, leave message. (Westshore)
PETS EASY CHRISTMAS Shopping for pets! No line ups, no cold weather. Deals to Bark about!! Receive 10% off with coupon code: Clubpet10 1-855-8390555 www.petland.ca LABRADOR RETRIEVER pups, pure bred, ďŹ rst shots, dewormed, ready to go Dec. 1. Call (250)360-6585.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE BUILDING SUPPLIES
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
BUFFET/ HUTCH, solid wood 18â&#x20AC;?Dx50â&#x20AC;?Wx79â&#x20AC;?H, red/brown tone, $245. (250)380-8733. ROUND LIGHT Oak dining room table and 4 chairs, very good condition, $285. Call (250)652-8549.
TWIN SIZE bunk beds, Canwood Alpine solid lodgepole pine wood, with 5 â&#x20AC;&#x153; foam mattresses and matching 7 drawer solid lodgepole pine chest. Like new. Used maybe 10 times for our visiting grandchildren. Paid $1125.00. Asking $600. (250)658-4242. YAMAHA KAYAK roof racks, 2 locking bars, 1 side has 2 cradles, 2nd side has a Hullavator unit, drops to waste level. Seldom used, paid over $1200, asking $500 ďŹ rm. Please email: keebird@shaw.ca
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewelry. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700
2010 LEGEND 4 wheel scooter with jumbo basket, scooter cover, walking cane, ďŹ&#x201A;ag holder and canopy. Like new, always kept in the house. Retail price $4,357, now asking $2050 obo. (250)656-7786.
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
HOMES WANTED
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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
TOOLS RIGID ROOTA Drain cleaning machine, Model K75, excellent working condition, $650 obo. Call (250)598-6203.
REAL ESTATE SINGLE WIDE MOBILE in Lannon Creek #60, $30,000 250-642-7189
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
FREE ITEMS
RENTALS
FREE: VERY old trunk, suitable for storage. Call (250)598-1171 after 4pm.
Mount Washington
FRIENDLY FRANK
John or Bridget 250-897-4888
BIG BUILDING Sale. This is a clearance you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss! 20x20 $3,985. 25x24 $4,595. 30x36 $6,859. 35x48 $11,200. 40x52 $13,100. 47x76 $18,265 One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
BOX OF clock parts, 94 Dodge rims, lady jacket, boy doll, $10 each. (778)265-1615 DESIGNER COAT sweater, (Rodier), oatmeal colour, size 12, $50. Call (250)658-8201. HUGO WALKER, $99. Never been used. Please call (250)727-2720. MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FAR West winter gortex jacket with hood, Xlrg, $65. Call (250)656-6197. SHEET SET, single white ďŹ&#x201A;annel, great cond. $10. Call 250652-9538.
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Required: Experienced Parts Person for Western Star Truck Dealership in Williams Lake
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
APARTMENT/CONDO
Franchise for sale
$5000- POWER CHAIR, new cond, $1500 or Trade for (good cond) 4 wheeled Scooter. (250)896-7160 after 6pm.
1 & 2 Bdrm suites & cabins. Perched on a cliffside with panoramic ocean vista, overlooking The Saanich Inlet. Serene & secure. All amenities on-site, ďŹ rewood. $700-$1200 inclusive. Monthly/Weekly. Pets ok with refs. 25 min commute to downtown Victoria. Must have references. Call 250-478-9231.
Email: bridget@ galleryatsaratoga.com
FOR SALE BY OWNER
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE CHINESE CARPET- 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x9â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Beautiful condition, dark blue background. $1,400. Call (250)208-2642. EVERYTHING GOES AT DREAMLAND KIDS CLOSING OUT SALE! Up to $250. off cribs, $500. off dressers, $600. off bunks, 50-75% off kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bedding! 3194 Douglas St., at the corner of Alpha. NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division.
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STOREWIDE LIQUIDATION! Everything Goes, REASONABLE Offers Accepted! New & Used! Furniture, Mattresses, Accessories, Tools & Hdwe. Solid Wood Bedroom Suites, Bookcases, Wall-Units, Curio/China Cabinet, Sofa Tables, Dinettes, Chairs, Recliners, Sofa, Loveseats, Lamps, Mirrors & More! All Cheap, While Stock Lasts! BUY & SAVE, 9818 4th St., Sidney. buyandsave.ca Mon-Sat 9-5.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
METAL ROOFING & siding sales. Seconds avail. Custom roof Flashings. 250-544-3106.
Absolutely no phone calls. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
FURNITURE
EQUESTRIAN
LEGAL SERVICES HELP WANTED
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.
PETS
TRADES, TECHNICAL
Quinsam Communications is looking for a qualiďŹ ed Two-way Radio Technician 2 years experience preferred Wage to be determined by experience. Email: topper@quinsam.ca or Fax: 250-287-4511
PERSONAL SERVICES
Osteoporosis~MS~Fibromya lgia? Increase Performance? Commercial Vibration machine. Clinically proven. (250)287-2009.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
408-3170 Irma St- $219,900. 2 bdrms, 1 bath, quiet, 45+. More info: (250)385-3547. wwwpropertyguys.com ID#192291
2 bed + den, 2 bath, 2 yr old condo, cls to downtown Sidney or ocean on Brethour Ave. $1550 + util, sm pets ok, no smoking. 250-516-3256 Granite, Hardwood, South Facing.
OPEN HOUSE, Sat, Dec 1, 1-3. 10353 Devlin Plc, Sidney Rancher 3 bdrm, 2 bath, lrg. fam room, private treed lot. Call 250-655-1499 or view w w w. p r o p e r t y g u y s . c o m ID#192295 or mls #316102
CONDO IN FIRST CLASS CONDITION FOR SALE designed for age 55+ group and comes with services. Excellent location near the Inner Harbour, Legislature, shopping etc. Will consider a rental lease also on this bright, homey, residence. Call Tony Joe-RE/MAX Camosun 250.370.7788 for more info & pictures. see: w/s http://www. tonyjoe.com/
CHECK CLASSIFIEDS! or bcclassiďŹ ed.com â&#x153;&#x201D; 250.388.3535
JAMES BAY- spacious 1 bdrm, $795+ utils. NS/NP. Avail Jan 1. (778)430-2116.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012 - VICTORIA
RENTALS
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
GRANT MANOR Newly renovated suites, Starting at $675 per mo
To view call 250-642-1900
ESQUIMALT
RENTALS
Ask For Move-In Bonus 1 bdrm. from $865/mo. 2 bdrm. from $1,140/mo.
JAMES BAY: Corner 2 bdrm condo, 2 bath, good location, beautiful kitchen, NS/NP, $1500/mo. 250-361-9540.
Call Now:250.381.5084 www.caprent.com rentals@caprent.com
QUADRA VILLAGE 1 bdrm top flr, hdwd flrs, indoor cat ok, parking. $800. (250)812-4154.
CARS
WANTED TO RENT WISHART AREA: Single hard working mom with 11 yr old and 2 well trained cats, looking to rent a 1 or 2 bdrm, (approx $1000/mo), within walking distance to Wishart school in Colwood. Exc. ref’s. Please call 250-208-0386 and leave message.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES ESQUIMALT PARKLANDS Dr- 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 5 appls, s/s duplex. Sm pet ok, sunny patio, large yard. Avail now. $1,300+utils Call Equitex 250386-6071 or www.equitex.ca
SUITES, LOWER
• Wheel-chair accessible • Outdoor, indoor and covered parking available • Lockers • Elevators • Laundry room • Balconies • Bicycle storage • Crime Free Multi-Housing Program
AUTO FINANCING
SUITES, LOWER
SHIPPING CONTAINERS 20’ or 40’. Buy or Rent. Safe and secure. Easymove Container Services. Serving Vancouver Island. 1-(888)331-3279
Victoria
TRANSPORTATION
GORGE-HARRIET. Quiet, large 1 bdrm, grd level, priv ent, utils incl’d. N/S, N/P, $735/mo. Call 250-384-0460 (leave a message).
STORAGE
Senior Living 200 Gorge Road West,
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Saanich stewards Mount Doug for 20 years Natalie North News staff
Twenty years ago Saanich took over ownership of Mount Douglas Park and held a ceremony at the summit, revealing the park charter. On Thursday, the district unveiled a second version of the constitution, engraved on a towering rock at the park’s main entrance. It’s part of a twopronged approach celebrating the park’s past and enhancing its future. Members of the Friends of Natalie North/News staff Mount Douglas Park Society and Graham Shorthill, founding member of the Friends of Mount representatives from Saanich Douglas Park Society, stands with the new giant charter rock gathered at the base of Churchill unveiled last Thursday morning at the park entrance. Road to recognize the successful strategy of closing the road to vehicle traffic daily until noon – distance and said. “That’s our fundamental job: to make sure elevation markers were installed – and improvit’s in the public eye and that people value it. The ing the road entrance by adding more park-like best defence of the park is citizens getting in and features. using it and really showing them the value.” A new gate and a large cedar-framed kiosk, as nnorth@saanichnews.com well as a boardwalk over Douglas Creek, are also planned for installation in the spring of 2013. Saanich Mayor Frank Leonard said the district is proud of the relationship they have with the Friends of Mount Douglas Park Society. “The word improvement is almost inappropriate because it’s actually about preservation,” Leonard said. “The biggest thing we’ve done is acquire the land down the slopes so that it’s not a crew-cut park. That it’s a park that goes right down the slope of Mount Doug and now little Mount Doug.” Graham Shorthill is a founding member of roughly 180-member society. He measures success of the morning road closure by the number of walkers he meets from across the Capital Region, as well as international travellers who make a point of visiting the 188-hectare park. “We’re always in preservation mode and any opportunity to expand the park, we take,” he
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