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Cell tower could cast a shadow Central Saanich expected to decide on farmland cell tower some time this month Devon MacKenzie News staff

Around 20 people turned up for a public hearing on a proposed communications tower in Central Saanich last Wednesday night. The public hearing was part of a process to amend the land use bylaw on a section of land that Vantreight Farms and Muir Communications plan to erect a 50m communications tower on. If the tower is to go ahead, the land needs to be rezoned from agricultural land (A1) to public utility zone (P3). During a planning and development committee meeting on Nov. 13, council moved to direct staff to prepare the land use bylaw amendment bylaw to rezone the property. Some council members voiced their support of the tower during that meeting, commenting that it might be a good way for farmers to diversify their revenue stream. PLEASE SEE: Health, land value concerns, page 4

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Central Saanich Police Corporal Pat Bryant shows off one of the Pink Shirts the detachment is selling in support of Pink Shirt Day against bullying on Feb. 27. The initiative is supported by Coast Capital Savings. Read the story on page 3.

Holding the tax line presents budget challenges A proposed tax increase in Sidney this year only scratches the surface, says staff Steven Heywood News staff

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is earmarked for increases in services provided by the town, higher costs of services provided to the town, as well as a few new local initiatives. Hicik introduced the draft financial plan to council on Jan. 21, providing a look at the challenges ahead to balance the budget and keep service levels steady. More meetings are ahead in which council will lay out their priorities for the next five years â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and their

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Stand against bullying Devon MacKenzie News staff

Bright pink shirts and a utility belt complete with a 9mm pistol are two things that don’t often go together, but they will for the month of February at the Central Saanich Police Department. The detachment has chosen to support Pink Shirt Day which is a campaign dedicated to raise awareness of bullying in schools and communities all over Canada. The nation-wide initiative was inspired by two Grade 12 students, who in 2007 decided to take action after witnessing a younger student being bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school. The students bought 50 pink shirts and encouraged schoolmates to wear them and send a powerful message of solidarity to the bully. Five years later, the Pink Shirt Day campaign continues to raise awareness and provide education and funds for anti-bullying programs in B.C. and Western Canada. “What we’re doing this year is working with CKNW and Coast Capital Savings in support of the anti-bullying movement through the month of February,” explained Corporal Pat Bryant, who’s leading the campaign at the detachment. The Central Saanich Police will

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Central Saanich Police Service Corporal Pat Bryant wears pink and has commandeered others to do the same on Feb. 27. be selling a limited number of pink shirts complete with the Pink Shirt Day logo on them for $6 up until official Pink Shirt Day which happens Wednesday, Feb. 27. Bryant has also commandeered employees at Thrifty Foods in Central Saanich to wear the shirts

on the official day, as well as the employees at Fresh Cup Coffee in Central Saanich to wear pink shirts for the week leading up to Feb. 27. The company will also donate 25 cents from every cup of coffee sold that day to the cause. “It’s important that our kids get

the education about anti-bullying in the schools but we also want to bring it out into the community because bullying can happen anywhere,” explained Bryant, who said that all the proceeds raised by the detachment from shirt sales and Fresh Cup Coffee from

beverage sales are going to the CKNW Orphans Fund. Pink shirts can be obtained by dropping by the Central Saanich Police station at 1903 Mount Newton X Rd. or by calling the detachment at 250-652-4441. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

Surplus funds help balance the books - as long as there’s cash Continued from page 1

That shortfall was covered by reserve funds and for 2013, revenue expectations have been adjusted accordingly. Another loss was recorded in the sewer utility — again, around $100,000 — in 2012. That was offset, reported Hicik, by a reduction in debt payments to the capital Regional District in the neighbourhood of $280,000. Hicik noted, however, that an ongoing policy of not increasing user fees has seen an inadequate funding of the utility reserve funds. That, he said, is against the town’s own policies to do so and must be discussed by council during the

financial plan review. The reserve funds help offset financial losses throughout the year, as well as provide a buffer in case of a problem, like a broken water main. Hicik reassured council the funds should be OK for the next year or two but a review should be done. That would include a look at the rate structure and tools available to better address the issue. In a nutshell, Hicik said the town didn’t make as much money in 2012 as they had hoped. Surplus funds — some $200,000 this year — will help balance the books and keep the proposed tax rate increase at a reasonable level. With the change back to the provincial sales tax this year, he said the town will be

paying an extra seven per cent for some materials. ‘It’s going to hit us, but we’re not sure how much,” he said. He assured council there is enough money in the previous years’ surplus fund — as long as the town sticks with its policy to ensure they top it up. Since 2009, Hicik said the town has not had an inflationary increase to its overall budget. “Eventually, it does catch up to you,” he said. “It limits the amount of money available to the town, as the costs to the town continue to change.” For example, the town’s contract with the RCMP is set to jump $60,000 this year, and by $117,000

overall come 2015. Within that budget item, there is a savings of $89,000 with a reduction in the ongoing RCMP detachment debt, as well as the savings from withdrawing from the regional crime unit. As well, the elimination of two RCMP positions at the airport means the District of North Saanich’s share in the policing costs drops to 44 per cent from 48. Plans for a 15th police officer on the rolls in 2014 will only add to the overall cost. Town council will now take the draft financial plan and meet specifically to discuss the budget on Feb. 4 at a committee of the whole meeting and again on Feb. 19 and 20 (the latter date if required).

Services impact budget Highlights of the costs of Sidney service changes and additions being planned for 2013. • Firefighter hiring plan — $39,000 • Fire department training — $20,000 • Fire department wage reimbursement — $4,000 • GIS budget increase — $15,000 • RCMP CrimeStoppers program — $4,500 • RCMP contract — $60,000 • Beacon Wharf study — $30,000.

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During the Jan. 23 public hearing, many speakers were in opposition to the tower being erected on Vantreight land. Reasons for the objections included concerns around the health risks associated with radio frequency (RF) energy from communications devices and transmitters being in the municipality. Health Canada’s guidelines state that RF energy must fall into certain guidelines as stated in Safety Code 6, but some residents, including Norm Ryder, who submitted thousands of pages of information to council and staff on the negative effects of communications devices and their associated radiation, said that they felt codes set out by the Canadian government are too lax. Other community members and neighbors to the Central Saanich Road Vantreight prop-

erty spoke on the matter of how the new structure might lower their property value or compromise their view. “We would quite literally be living in the shadow of this thing,” said Central Saanich resident, Sylvia Harrison, who lives on Mt. St. Michael Road which backs on to the Vantreight property in question. “This would be a step closer to industrialization on Vantreight property and a step away from farming,” she added. The proposed tower is 50m tall (164 feet) and would be built within a 30m by 30m (98 foot square) compound in the southeastern quadrant of the property. It would house various telecommunication companies’ equipment including equipment from Capital Region Emergency Service Telecommunications (CREST). According to Ian Vantreight, their farm has housed commu-

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nications equipment for the last two decades. “Our land has already housed telecommunications antennas on some of our existing buildings for over 20 years,” he said, adding that the tower would serve to formalize a service they are currently providing, as well as give the family another opportunity to seek revenue because the tower has the potential to house more devices than those already slotted for it. “On the subject of health hazards, we’re relying on government officials’ outlined regulations on RF equipment and we will be complying with that,” said Al Muir, who has been in the communications tower business since the 1960’s. It is expected Central Saanich council will make a decision on the tower in the upcoming month. reporter@peninsula newsreview.com

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A joint effort between the Sidney North Saanich RCMP and the Central Saanich Police earlier this week saw drugs and cash seized from a home in a quiet residential area of North Saanich. On Tuesday, Jan. 22, members of the Sidney North Saanich RCMP executed a search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act on Jura Road in Ardmore. RCMP members seized an unspecified quantity of cocaine, marijuana and cash from the home on the small dead end street off Ardmore Drive. Two males, ages 25 and 28, and one 25-year-old female were taken into police custody without incident. The three suspects, who were all reported to have been living in the home, were later released with pending charges of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

The Town of Sidney will commence the mandatory annual flushing of watermains on February 4, 2013 with completion anticipated by the end of March 2013. Flushing will begin in the southern areas of Sidney and proceed north. Temporary discolouration of water and/or low water volume may occur as a result of this activity. This discolouration is not a health hazard. To clear your water lines, turn on your cold water tap until the water is clear. Upon request, we will provide advance warning of flushing in your vicinity for those persons with special requirements for water clarity. Please contact the Public Works Department at 250-656-1034 if you require notification. The Town of Sidney does not accept any responsibility for damage caused by low water volume or the use of discoloured water. We therefore advise consumers to be on the alert for reduced water volume and/or temporary discolouration of water. More information may be found on our website at www.sidney.ca under News & Notices. Brad Thomas Foreman of Underground Utilities

Street Smarts Well, what is this New Year going ng to bring us? I also really want to have something done about the amount of vehicles that Of all the people I have talked to, we have some varying opinions on how our are re-built and re-insured after they are total losses. economy and business landscape year. ape will differ from last year That is a huge problem we have in our business that needs to be addressed, but our industry has never gotten anywhere near I have to remind myself sometimes that I am a businessman. the result they have had in Australia. Australia cleaned it up I am in business. We get a little trapped in the day to day lickety-split, although it take some deaths to families in runnings of our shops that sometimes we forget exactly unsafe vehicles for that to happen. It would be a shame if what we are. it were the same here. Now to some people, that may sound scary; and believe Cars are getting safer and claims are going down. Yes me, it can be. - it’s true. People don’t bump into each other as much Last year was a pretty stable year for our industry. Costs as they did. Most vehicles have cameras or sensors now didn’t go up signiﬁcantly, but neither did sales, so we to help with navigating around the parking lot, which were pretty much a wash. Which is a lot better than is great.And our industry also faces the challenges that some people I have talked to. most everyone else does: rising costs to hydro, rent and The problems I can see in our industry are really the cable and day to day items for the business that we have same ones we were facing 5 years ago, and the guys to absorb by being more efﬁcient, and trying to get a little that didn’t really want to change habits then are getting more out of our vendors. squeezed a little harder now because of it. So what will 2013 look like? I think a lot like 2012. We still have issues regarding workforce. We simply don’t It should be stable, but with no real intense growth within our have enough skilled tradesmen to do the work we have now. business. I said that we should be putting in place huge incentives for Stephen Weller shop owners to train staff for the coming years, and insurance Hi Tech Collision The customer will still remain the main focus for us, but we companies and The Canadian government should be helping us with the look even harder this year at trying to squeeze the last drop out of the wedge, so cost, but we are no further ahead on that issue. to speak. But would I have it any other way? Not on your life. Cheers, Steve

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Missing bells baffle SHOAL Two sets of boxed bells are missing from the SHOAL Centre but no one knows if they were stolen or not SIDNEY — Sidney North Saanich RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating an expensive set of brass musical bells. The bells were last seen at the SHOAL Centre in Sidney and have not been used in approximately two years. It is not known whether the bells, contained within two black carry cases, have merely gone missing or if they have been stolen. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these bells please contact the SidSubmitted photo ney North Saanich RCMP at 250-656-3931 or The Sidney North Saanich RCMP is asking the Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477. — With files from the Sidney North public for help in locating these sets of bells that Saanich RCMP are missing from the SHOAL Centre.

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The purpose of the BIA is to undertake the following business promotion scheme: marketing and public relations, events, and communicating with area businesses on issues and opportunities with the purpose of encouraging business in the BIA and enhancing the profile of Sidney. Annual funding will be provided by Council to the BIA in the amount of $250,000 for the calendar year 2013. This amount will increase by 2.5% per year over the next four years (2014-2017). The funding granted under Bylaw No. 2045 shall only be expended by the Sidney Business Improvement Area Society in accordance with the conditions and limitations set out in the Bylaw. The annual funding amount will be recovered in each year from the owners of taxable Class 5 (Light Industry) and Class 6 (Business and Other) properties within the Sidney Business Improvement Area, by way of a property value tax on land and improvements. Council of the Town of Sidney may proceed with the adoption of the Bylaw creating the Business Improvement Area unless, within 30 days after second publication of this notice, a majority of the owners, representing at least 50% of the property values of the parcels that are liable to be specially charged, petition Sidney Council NOT to proceed. Registered owners of all taxable Class 5 (Light Industry) and Class 6 (Business and Other) properties within the area designated in the illustration above will receive written notification of this initiative, as well as an official “Response Form”. Those owners wishing to petition against the creation of the Sidney Business Improvement Area must submit written notification of their objection to Town Council, using the official Response Form. Any owners who do not receive said notification by early February should contact the Town of Sidney. Any opposition to the creation of the BIA must be registered by returning the signed Response Forms to the Corporate Administrator of the Town of Sidney prior to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 1, 2013, at the following address: 2440 Sidney Avenue, Sidney, BC, V8L 1Y7. No Response Forms received after the deadline will be accepted REGARDLESS of the date they were postmarked. Randy Humble Chief Administrative Officer

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VICTORIA — The B.C. government’s proposed new bargaining framework for teachers has been rejected by the B.C. Teachers’ Federation. Premier Christy Clark and Education Minister Don McRae unveiled their proposal Jan. 24, calling it a new path to a 10-year agreement to “labour peace” with the province’s 40,000 public school teachers. The proposed framework calls for pay increases based on an average of nurses, postsecondary faculty and other government employees, and a separate “education policy council” to administer funds for classroom support. Clark and McRae stressed that it would offer teachers a formal role in policy decisions, and a voice in allocating a “priority education investment fund” that would rise to $100 million by the third year. BCTF president Susan Lambert said the proposal was shared with her Jan. 23, and she considers it a “nonstarter.” Removing class size and special needs support issues from union negotiations is unacceptable, she said. “It’s quite ludicrous that government would hold out a

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B.C. Teachers’ Federation president Susan Lambert. 10-year deal in trade for giving up bargaining rights that we have fought long and hard for in the courts,” Lambert told CKNW radio. “We fought a 10-year battle to achieve a decision that, yes, teachers have a constitutional right to bargain working conditions.” The union has another legal action in process, based on a precedent-setting ruling by the Supreme Court of Canada that overturned parts of legislation passed by the B.C. Liberal government in 2002. That

case is to go to B.C. Supreme Court next fall. Clark said the intent is to elevate discussion, not to achieve a long-term deal before the May election. “It’s not about helping the government, and it’s not about helping the union. It’s about helping the kids,” Clark said. “I know that’s a culture shift for many of the parties around the table, including the government, but we have to do it.” Lambert said the timing of

the government’s announcement is surprising, since the BCTF and B.C. Public School Employers’ Association have just reached their own tentative agreement on new bargaining framework. To be voted on by executives of the school district bargaining agent and the BCTF, it includes a shared method for calculating costs. Last year’s teacher strike was marked by huge discrepancies in the costs of raises and other bargaining proposals.

NOTICE OF BUDGET MEETINGS Please note that the Town of Sidney will be holding meetings over the next several weeks to consider the Town’s 2013-2017 Financial Plan as follows: • Monday, February 4th - Committee of the Whole - First Deliberations • Tuesday, February 19th - Special Council Meeting - Final Budget Deliberations (continued on 20th if required) Both of the above meetings will take place at the Town of Sidney Council Chambers, beginning at 6:00 p.m. All persons wishing to comment on the Five Year Financial Plan may do so at the above meetings, at any regular Council meeting prior to February 19th, or through written submission. The ﬁnancial plan was presented to Council on January 21st. Background documentation is available at the Town Hall and on the Town’s website. Further inquiries may be directed to the Finance Department at 250-656-1184.

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A way around traffic delays When the Town of Sidney presented a communication plan around its new roundabout project at the intersection of Fifth Street and Ocean Avenue, one might have been forgiven if they thought the plan was to tell people about the project. The plan is, however, to communicate the traffic interruptions around the site. Sidney can be The project itself thankful that a is already approved roundabout hasn’t and is going ahead. Judging by the drawn as much lack of outcry over criticism it, knowledge of the roundabout project itself appears widespread and residents are ready for another traffic circle to take shape. Information about the roundabout has been readily available. The Town’s website has had links to the plans, how it’s being paid for, diagrams, reasoning and a timeline for a long while now. The municipality has done a good job in communicating this project and seems to be taking steps to ensure drivers, residents and users of the Anacortes Ferry terminal know how to avoid the work area. The town’s communication of the project does put into perspective the plans of its neighbouring communities to better tell its citizens about initiatives and proposals — especially those that are much more controversial. You could say that Sidney’s traffic pattern communication plan is somewhat basic, compared with the streams of public meetings, open houses and consultative sessions over housing density in North Saanich and even a cellular tower in Central Saanich. Because of the controversy there, adequate (perhaps even more than that) public consultation is derided as not good enough. Sidney can be thankful that a roundabout hasn’t drawn as much criticism and will be completed sooner than later. 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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New season for ’School Wars’ Like a bad reality show about a ible competence. Lambert falsely dysfunctional family, B.C. School claimed there was no consultation Wars has lurched to life on the proposal. This again for the 2013 elecreminded me how she tion. low-balled the costs of her Coming soon to billunion’s demands by hunboards and buses across dreds of millions during the province: staged picwhat passed for negotiatures of sad-faced kids tions in last year’s strike crammed into dirty classseason. rooms by a heartless govBehind the scenes, the ernment. It doesn’t even BCTF executive and the matter which governschool district bargaining ment. This ritual combat agent had just settled on went on through Social Tom Fletcher a mutual costing model. Credit and NDP governWhat this means is the B.C. Views ments too. school districts, which Premier Christy Clark opened have to make payroll and balance the new season with her promised budgets, have convinced the BCTF pitch to restructure bargaining. It to stop misrepresenting costs. I’ll suggested splitting up bargaining believe that when I see it. into traditional wage and benefit Before Education Minister Don talks and a separate table and fund McRae had even spoken, BCTF for classroom size and support. vice-president Glen Hansman was BCTF president Susan Lambert growling his reply on Twitter: See staged a news conference to distort you in court. That message presumand mock the government’s offer. A ably also goes for premier-in-waiting 10-year deal if we give up bargaining Adrian Dix, unless he replaces the wages and classroom conditions? hated B.C. Liberals in May, then “Ludicrous.” quickly kneels before the BCTF and What’s ludicrous is her character- extends the key to the treasury. ization of a formula to link teacher Two generations of British Columpay to nurses, post-secondary facbians have been bullied by this ulty and other government workers. bad drama, since Bill Vander Zalm Nurses are renowned for getting decided an industrial union bargainraises when no one else does, so ing structure was just the ticket for this should be an opportunity for public schools. these powerful unions to co-ordiStudents are taught by example, if nate. But the BCTF can’t get along not by blatant propaganda in classwith other unions any more than rooms, that all problems are solved it can negotiate with any discernby demanding more money from

the government. After this conditioning, older students are sometimes pressed into service as union pickets. There’s your Social Justice class, kids. Sorry about those sports teams and field trips, but we need those as bargaining chips to get more paid leave time. To state the obvious, Clark and McRae staged this as a pre-election event to frame the issue. They knew their effort would be greeted as a declaration of war. The main reason the BCTF agreed to a contract extension with a wage freeze last year? It wasn’t the blindingly obvious fact that every other public sector union had already taken two zeroes. It was strictly tactics. The delay sets up the latest rematch of these old warriors in the spring election. The plan is to get the dreaded B.C. Liberals out and then start working over the weaker, more union-dependent NDP. That’s who caved in earlier and gave the BCTF broad control over staffing levels, the proverbial key to the treasury. Along with basic math and economics, a point the BCTF seems unable to grasp is that its strategy is self-defeating. Those sad kids are making more and more parents seek a better deal. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

‘(Clark and McRae) knew their effort would be greeted as a declaration of war.’

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LETTERS

NOTICE OF VOTE

Accommodate rising demand

have written to this newspaper before concerning my opinion on the housing problems in North Saanich. As a physician who relocated to the Sidney area 10 months ago, I am interested to find an acceptable house and make this our long term home for my spouse and myself. This was also the desire of two delightful families in my practice, but it will not occur for them. One elderly couple had moved here and scoured the landscape for a detached single family home with onefloor living. The best they could find was a fairly

new modestly sized abode which sold for over $650,000. They have decided to move to the Cowichan Valley where they purchased a new home of equivalent size and quality for $360,000. Another young family whose main source of income was the husband’s skilled labour job have decided to relocate to another province because of an extreme lack of new single family housing in this area. A healthy community needs to offer at least some affordable new single family housing. High density two-level condominium housing is not desirable for seniors who want one-floor living nor is

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it wanted by families with children. As I have mentioned before, there are large tracts of empty completely unused land in this area. Studies have shown that the ALR in B.C. has wildly skewed land valuations and actually caused a decrease in overall production of agricultural products in this province. We need sensible and progressive solutions to grow the community properly. This must involve at least some new and affordable single family housing to accommodate the rising demand. Robert H. Brown Sidney

TO MEMBERS OF TSAWOUT FIRST NATION

TAKE NOTICE that a Community Ratification Vote will be held on February 21st and 22nd, 2013 in order to determine if Eligible Voters approve the proposed Tsawout First Nation Membership Law and proposed amendments to the Tsawout First Nation Land Code. The Ratification Vote will take place on Thursday, the 21st day of February and Friday, the 22nd day of February, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. daily at 7728 Tetayut Road, Saanichton, BC. Copies of the proposed Membership Law and Land Code amendments are available on the First Nation’s website - www.tsawout.com. Fred SCHIFFNER, Ratification Officer fschiffner@dccnet.com

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Drinking and driving, attack ads, housing February

Re: Critique of my letter Jan. 16, 2013 by R. Waters. Obviously Mr. Waters has not been listening to the news lately. That is where I got my information from that B.C. has more drinkers than any other province. As past president of MADD, I would like him to know it’s taken over 30 years to get these changes in place. If you wish to drink, that is your right, but it’s my right to know you will not be drinking and driving. No one is prohibiting you, just obey the laws. How about you write a letter to your MLA Rich Coleman and demand higher fines for those who drink and drive. If drivers would obey the laws put in place, no one would be happier than the parents or families who have lost a loved one because some jerk needs booze every hour of every day then drives and kills. Eileen Nattrass Saanichton

Write in a factual manner Recently, Mr. Upward and Ms. Eaton wrote a letter that indicated North Saanich school population was in decline and this was given as a need for more housing in North Saanich. More recently, Mr. Upward chided the editor for not reporting facts. Well Mr. Upward, here are a few facts that you failed to look into, in your letter purporting a decline in young people in North Saanich: 1. How many North Saanich children attend Bayside and Stellys schools? 2. How many North Saanich children attend the First Nations school? 3. How many North Saanich children attend private schools? Mr. Upward, if you are going to write letters to the editor, I suggest that it is your duty to write in a factual manner. Lorrene Soellner North Saanich

they are to govern. If they are willing to attack Adrian Dix, they’d be just as willing to attack you. That’s exactly what they have been doing for 12 years; attacking the poor, attacking those who help the poor; attacking women, attacking women’s support groups; attacking public services and the employees who deliver those services. The Liberals have nothing left to offer except bitterness and abuse. Sue Stroud Central Saanich

Take a new road ahead Once again North Saanich is reviewing it’s housing strategy. It’s time to learn some lessons from the last review. We spent lots of money but the process had weak direction from mayor and council, very few residents turned out to the public consultations and the process became difficult and thwarted especially when discussing anything regarding housing options. Consultants and staff need clear leadership from mayor and council. The residents need a friendly, interactive and transparent process encouraging the cautious, the innovative visionaries and the developers to take part. North Saanich residents have an opportunity to step up and be part of a consultation process. There are a few pockets of potential density re-zoning up for discussion, let’s all have our say. This community needs to come together to engage in a design exercise. Collectively, if the process is done right, we can agree on suitable options for a few mixed use neighbourhoods in-keeping with a modern efficient rural theme without selling our souls to the developers. We need to join the communities who are doing this and attract a unique element of tomorrow’s workers and families. Let’s not continue down the road where only the same old same old ad-hoc sort of development seems to occur. Heather Goulet North Saanich

Liberals on the offensive

Violence has no place here

Re: Liberal attack tactics extend beyond the NDP. When the B.C. Liberals resort to negative advertising, it shows just how unfit

In Central Saanich I have amazing neighbors who allow me to bring my kids to their farms to pet their animals and say good night to their goats, lambs, turkeys,

chickens and horses. But the recent Saanich assault against pony China Doll challenges the assumption that any animal is safe in their barn, field and backyard and it threatens the trusting and neighborly way of life we enjoy. Sadly there are incomprehensibly cruel individuals who attack a beautiful animal which has been taught to trust humans in our community. These individuals are someone’s neighbour. How many more sled dogs, Bandits (the puppy), Dollys and countless other acts of violence against animals must take place before we start demanding that the true weight of the courts be applied to those responsible for these horrendous acts of violence. Help catch this the perpetrator by keeping the spotlight on this crime and by to donating to the reward fund before another victim is targeted. Donations can be made at the Scotia Bank at Douglas and Hillside under “Reward for China Doll”. Acts of violence like these have no place in my community, which extends beyond the borders of Central Saanich. Jaime Roberts Central Saanich

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As spring nears, thoughts on what to plant abound

wo months of winter are gone and with any luck there is only one more month to go before we’ll see definite signs of spring — tulip foliage showing up, and maybe the odd daffodil bud showing a bit of colour. Lovely. This is such a wonderful time of year, all sorts of nice things going on in the garden

and a gardener’s blood starts to boil as he scrapes off any of last year’s soil still on the shovel and sharpens the hoe. We dream of early lettuce and radishes in the first salad made from our own produce! This is clouding our better judgement. We now decide to dig up the whole area and buy several tons of seeds. Whoa there!

Lets not get carried away! Its hard not to when the sun shines and it’s actually slightly warm on your shoulders and you begin to wonder where you put your dark glasses last fall. Ah me, spring! What will I plant this year? Maybe I’ll start with a few potatoes, using the ones that are sprouting in the utility room. I know its awfully early,

Helen Lang Over the Garden Fence

but just think of those delicious, tiny new spuds that, with any luck, will be the earliest ever. My friend, Cher, is going to plant some and she says, “if they rot too bad but if they don’t, whoopie! A real taste treat with lots of butter and a sprinkling of salt. Yum!” Oh dear, now I’m hungry. Excuse me, please, while I make myself a

peanut butter sandwich. Its not quite like the taste of new potatoes, but it will have to do. Almost time to prune the roses, but not quite yet. You could go out though and survey them and decide just what you are going to remove to open up the body of the bush so that there will be good air circulation. While you are out there you could get the rake and remove all the fallen rose leaves. No use encouraging black spot or mildew which, unfortunately, will have lived over what is called winter. It hasn’t seemed like winter at all. No snow, little wind, lots of rain, of course, but we get that anyway. Mind you there is still a chance we’ll get frost but my geraniums in a planter on the balcony are looking very perky in spite of the little bit of cold weather we did have. I’d hate to lose them now, this will be their third year if they

survive till spring. I’m also anxious to know how large my carrots have become. I haven’t pulled one for over a month. Maybe I’ll go out and do that right now. See you with the big news in a minute ... It is not, unfortunately, big news. Rather short and stout but I’m sure they will be tasty. I’ll steam them and have a few for dinner. Fortunately there are potatoes and squash as well. I’d starve if I had to survive on these carrots. Oh well, I had to try. Maybe if I start them a little earlier this year I can get larger ones by this coming fall. It’s still a little early for the seed to go in, so please be patient. Please, do as I say, not do as I do! You’ll be a whole lot safer that way! Helen Lang has been the Peninsula News Review’s garden columnist for more than 30 years.

Tire strikes car SAANICH — A tire became detached from its vehicle and flew across the Pat Bay Highway Jan. 23, striking a car travelling in the other direction. The rolling projectile, which came off a northbound travelling Nissan Pathfinder, ripped the front licence plate from a southbound Chrysler PT Cruiser. The incident occurred near the Saanich police and fire departments on Vernon Avenue. The driver of the PT Cruiser was unable to pull her vehicle over, but she made her way to the police — Black Press station to make a report.

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NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION Construction of the Fifth St. and Ocean Ave. Roundabout is scheduled from February to June 2013. Expect temporary road closures, detours and delays during construction. Drivers are strongly advised to plan ahead and use alternate routes to avoid trafﬁc problems. Inquiries regarding the temporary road closure should be directed to the Town’s Engineering and Works Department at 250-656-4502.

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MLAs hand out medals Saanich North MLA Murray Coell nominated four people VICTORIA — Seven South Island MLAs joined together in December to present their Queens Diamond Jubilee nominees with medals at a ceremony held in the Rotunda of the Legislature. The event was hosted by Clerk of the House, Craig James. First to present was the Honourable Ida Chong, Minister of Aboriginal Reconciliation and MLA for Oak Bay-Gordon Head followed by Murray Coell, MLA for Saanich North and the Islands. “I selected the following recipients as individuals who are outstanding in their fields, professional or volunteer and who have made a significant contribution to their communities,” said Coell. “I was proud to be able to nominate the following individuals: Andy Anderson, community volunteer, Peninsula resident; Marie Cooper, Tsartlip elder and

aboriginal educator; Pat and Rosemarie Keough, authors and photographers from Salt Spring Island.” An additional 23 people from the region were awarded medals by the other MLAs. Marie Cooper is a leading voice in Aboriginal education in B.C. Her interest in education came at a time when post-secondary learning was deemed illegal for “Status Indians.” she was instrumental in developing Native Indian Education in the Greater Victoria School District, became a critical link between the Saanich Indian School Board and the Saanich School District, and coordinated the first Native studies program at Camosun College. Pat and Rosemarie Keough, residents of Salt Spring Island, are photographers, explorers,

lecturers, authors, designers, publishers, documentary film producers, parents and much more. Their photography has been exclusively featured in two internationally acclaimed tomes and six best-selling coffee-table books. Exhibitions in Europe and North America have shared their imagery with a wide audience. Andy Anderson served with distinction for 37 years in two police forces. The first 25 years with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police retiring in 1983 and the last 12 years with the Oak Bay Police Department retiring in 1995 as Chief Constable. During his career as a peace officer and in his retirement Andy has served his community in a number of volunteer roles with a variety of service groups. — Submitted

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Extension offer ‘premature’ says B.C. AG Tom Fletcher Black Press

VICTORIA – Auditor General John Doyle says an offer by a legislative committee to extend his term by two years is “premature,” and the chair of the committee has a potential conflict of interest. Doyle said Thursday he will wait for the legislature to vote in February on whether he should be reappointed, and he doesn’t believe the five MLAs on the selection committee are in a position to make

him such an offer. He said the committee has incorrectly decided that his current six-year term ends in May. He didn’t start until October 2007, and the period where an acting auditor general served should not be considered part of his term. That means the decision can be made after the May 14 provincial election. “I think this entire process has been premature, and probably should be left to the next parliament to resolve,” Doyle said.

“No one would be disenfranchised, because it still requires a unanimous decision by both parties to appoint. But at that stage, I think calmer minds will be looking at the situation.” The committee issued a brief statement Thursday, repeating the two-year offer. “Mr. Doyle has reapplied for the job as Auditor General and an offer is now on the table,” it said. “Mr. Doyle needs to let British Columbians know if he accepts this offer or not.”

The five-MLA committee announced their unanimous decision to offer the extension Wednesday, after a closed-door meeting to consider it. Premier Christy Clark said the government will present amendments in the legislature in February to create a non-renewable eight-year term for all future provincial auditors. The committee’s B.C. Liberal majority initially rejected the idea of reappointing Doyle and advertised for a replacement. Commit-

tee members are forbidden from speaking publicly about how they voted or reasons why, because it is a personnel matter. Vernon-Monashee MLA Eric Foster, the committee chair, said the decision to offer Doyle two more years was made Wednesday, at Clark’s request. Asked if Foster should have continued as chair after a 2010 auditor’s report that raised questions about his constituency office renovations, Doyle said Foster would have

Vitamin C and Lysine powder help prevent heart attacks by W. Gifford-Jones M.D. Why is heart attack the number one killer in this country? Ninety-nine percent of doctors say it’s due to atherosclerosis (hardening of arteries) and that cholesterol lowering drugs are the primary way to treat it. But I suggest cardiologists have closed minds and are ignoring facts that could save thousands of North Americans from coronary attack. History shows mankind is not kind to new ideas. In 1847 one maternity patient in six who entered the University Hospital in Vienna left in a coffin. Why? Because esteemed professors ridiculed Dr. Semmelweiss, a colleague, for showing that by simply washing hands after doing an autopsy, deaths were prevented. Years later Dr. Linus Pauling, two-time Noble Prize winner, is ignored for reporting that large amounts of vitamin C and lysine are needed to prevent coronary attacks. Twenty-five years ago Pauling reported that animals make vitamin C and humans do not. That’s why sailors died of scurvy during long sea voyages, but the ship’s cat survived. Vitamin C is required to manufacture healthy collagen, the glue that holds coronary cells together, just like mortar is needed for bricks. Lysine, like steel rods in cement, makes collagen stronger. Pauling claimed it takes a mere 10 milligrams to prevent scurvy, but several thousand to prevent heart attack. Williams Stehbens, Professor of Anatomy at Wellington University in New Zealand, proved Pauling was right. Stebhens’ research showed that coronary arteries closest to the heart are under the greatest pressure. This causes collagen to fracture resulting in the formation of a blood clot and death. Dr. Sydney Bush, an English researcher, has now proved that vitamin C can reverse atherosclerosis. Bush took retinal photographs, then started his patients on high doses of vitamin C and lysine. One year later additional pictures showed atherosclerosis had regressed in retinal arteries. So what has happened to these monumental findings? Bush, like Semmelweiss, has been ridiculed by cardiologists. One has to ask whether cardiologists, by ignoring his results, are condemning thousands of people to an early coronary heart attack.

doses of vitamin C plus lysine with breakfast and the evening meal, for several reasons. I knew that Dr. Graveline, a physician and NASA astronaut, had twice developed transient global amnesia from taking Lipitor. I was also aware that patients have died from CLDs. Others have developed kidney, liver and muscle complications. I also believed the research of Pauling and Stehbens irrefutable. Now, the work of Dr. Bush has convinced me my decision was prudent. But to take large doses of vitamin C and lysine requires swallowing many pills daily. It’s a tall order for those who dislike swallowing one pill. So for several years I’ve been trying to find a company that would manufacture a combination of vitamin C and lysine powder. Now Medi-C Plus is available at health food stores. Its sales will help support The GiffordJones Professorship in Pain Control and Palliative Care at the University of Toronto. The dosage for the Medi-C Plus combination is one flat scoop with breakfast and the evening meal. Those at greater risk should take one flat scoop three times a day. If high doses cause diarrhea, the dose should be decreased.

been “wise” to step aside. Doyle said he also objected to a question he was asked during his interview with the committee, where Doyle asked for a second term. “I was underwhelmed by a question I got in the conduct of the interview that made it quite clear to me that I had good reason to doubt his objectivity in respect to his role as chair,” Doyle said. “I’m thinking about how to deal with that.” Doyle said the “nonsense” about the end of his term is a problem the committee caused and must solve. “This isn’t an offerand-acceptance situation,” Doyle said. “The

report is issued by the committee. They make a decision. They haven’t seen fit to meet with me again recently to talk through what my thoughts or wishes or concerns might be. “I’ve been a bystander and found out about things probably at the same time that the media did.” The other two B.C. Liberals who form the majority are Chilliwack MLA John Les and Peace River South MLA Blair Lekstrom, both of whom are not seeking re-election in May. Burnaby-Deer Lake MLA Kathy Corrigan and Surrey-Whalley MLA Bruce Ralston represent the NDP on the committee.

This column does not recommend that those taking CLDs should stop them. This is a decision that can only be made by patients and doctors. Most of today’s, cardiologists are impervious to persuasion. They continue to believe that cholesterol-lowering drugs are the be-all-and-end-all to prevent heart attack. They’ve been brain-washed by millions of dollars worth of promotion by pharmaceutical companies. It reminds me of the saying that cautions “It’s not what you don’t know what gets you into trouble, it’s the things you know for sure that ain’t so!” It’s time for cardiologists to have an open mind and stop ignoring this research. As for me – I bet my life on it!

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Fleetwood Mac and ABBA tribute bands coming in March Devon MacKenzie News staff

Rock.It Boy Entertainment and Encore Music are presenting two major tribute bands this March at the Mary Winspear Centre. Tribute bands Dreams and Arrival will be on hand to play tribute to legendary music makers Fleetwood Mac and ABBA on Friday, March 8 at the Charlie White Theatre. Take a nostalgic trip back to the ‘70s and ‘80s with one of the premier Fleetwood Mac tribute bands in North America. Having performed an impressive five day run in Vegas and opening for the original Three Dog Night, Dreams takes great pride in replicating the

original Fleetwood Mac, all the way from the music to the costumes. With a sound and performance perfected through hundreds of sold-out live shows, Arrival has actually been mistaken for the real ABBA. Playing almost every number one hit from the legendary band, viewers can expect an exciting, high-energy live stage show from this seven-piece tribute band. Tickets to the show, which begins at 7:30 p.m. on March 8 are $37.50 and are available at the Mary Winspear Centre box office or by calling 250-6560275. For more information, visit www.marywinspear. ca. — With files from Rock.It Boy Entertainment

SODC to host Finding Nemo

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SIDNEY — A Night at the Movies…with fish. The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre will be hosting its first ever Night at the Movies on Friday, Feb. 1 at 6 p.m. The aquarium will be featuring the Disney favorite Finding Nemo. Bring the whole family for a great night of popcorn and candy.

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Retromania coming to town

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Tickets are first come first serve, $6 for adults, $4 for kids (3-17 years) and free for 2 years and younger. Arrive early in order to secure a seat. For more information please call 250-665-7511 or visit www.oceandiscovery.ca/night-at-the-movies. — With files from the Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre

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Sidneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Military Bookshop will soon be making way for an expansion of the Sidney Museum and Archives next door. At the beginning of January, the owners of the book store and the society that runs the museum finalized a deal that saw the society take over ownership of the space. Society president Graham Debbling says they paid 15 per cent of the total purchase price in Jan. 1 and now have two years to pay the remainder. In the meantime, the Military Bookstore has until March 31 to move to new digs. The move is part of the museum societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ambitious â&#x20AC;&#x201D; yet long-term â&#x20AC;&#x201D; plan for growth and upgrades to its facility on Beacon Avenue. The added space will, Debbling said in a recent address to Sidney town council, allow the museum to add new displays, showcase artifacts that have been in storage for years and create a new, more visible entrance. Come the end of March, when the book store moves out, Debbling said the society will probably close the museum for a couple weeks while they upgrade the electrical system. They plan to refurbish the space, which might take until May. Over that time, he continued, the museum will remain open and people will be able to use the existing space. With the added space Debbling said the society will expand the storyline throughout the museum in such areas as natural history, European exploration, both

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Exhibits and research materials will be expanded at the Sidney Museum. world wars, community growth between 1920 and 1939, the airport history and more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the next month or so,â&#x20AC;? Debbling said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;we will start asking the public for donations and donations of artifacts to compliment our own collection.â&#x20AC;? Phase one, the addition of the new space and layout, is expected to be complete by the end of 2013. Over the subsequent four years, Debbling said the society will focus on fundraising, increase its collections and information available to researchers. The society has a grant application in the works with Western Economic Development Canada, said Debbling. They are waiting for word on

that before embarking on any large fundraising efforts. Since announcing their expansion plans in the fall of 2012, however, he said they have already received between $5,000 and $7,000 in donations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will be a major addition to the Town of Sidney,â&#x20AC;? said Mayor Larry Cross. Cross and town council praised the work of the society volunteers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and that of Debbling himself, who announced Jan. 21 that he is in his last term as president, making his final presentation as such to town council. To learn more about the museum expansion, visit www. sidneymuseum.ca and click on the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;support usâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tab.

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Peninsula Panthers ready for the playoffs First round of VIJHL playoffs begin in February Devon MacKenzie News staff

The Peninsula Panthers’ 48-game regular season schedule is rapidly coming to a close as the team prepares to host the Victoria Cougars this Friday evening. For the Panthers, the game on Friday will more than likely be a preview to the best-ofseven first round playoffs which start the third week of February. The Cougars have locked up first place in the South Division

of the league, while it appears as though the Panthers will be locking up fourth place, making the head-to-head collision inevitable. “I think the schedule makers have really treated us well,” said Peninsula Hockey Operations Manager Pete Zubersky. “We play them three times in a row with the middle game being this Friday, so I’m looking at this as a mini-series and the timing couldn’t be better. It will allow us to get geared up for when it counts and I believe

we’re all looking forward to the challenge.” The Panthers lost two games this weekend including a 7-2 loss on Friday night against the Nanaimo Buccaneers, however Zubersky did not seem fazed by the result. “At times we played hard and looked like a veteran playoff hardened bunch, other times we played soft,” he explained. “I think we all understand that any success that we find will be a result of hard work from the first faceoff to

the final buzzer. I think we have the ability to surprise which we did last year in the playoffs when we made it to the VIJHL finals.” Panthers’ Head Coach Brian Passmore said the team is going to have to tighten up their game before going into the finals. “We have to start cutting down our mistakes, scoring when we get chances and playing a patient game, as well as focus on great goaltending.” A large crowd is expected with the two local teams facing off on Friday at Panorama Recreation Centre. The puck drops at 7:30 p.m.

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Peninsula Panther Reece Costain sheds his mitts in a scuffle against Saanich Braves player Liam Sproule in VIJHL action earlier this season. The Panthers will have to fight hard as round one of the playoffs against the Victoria Cougars looms just ahead.

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teams from around Vancouver Island in the three-game round robin tournament on January 19 and 20. Their final game saw them play against the Campbell River Atom team. “We went undefeated in the round robin and when we came up against Campbell River we were 2-0 down,” said Head Coach Mike Harman. “But, we battled back strong and took the win 5-2.” Coaches from the other teams named

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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR SALE

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ANTIQUE/CLASSICS

IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s that simple. your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com /400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certiﬁcation, 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! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca WASHER AND Dryer (Maytag), Heavy Duty, 1 year old, like new, white, $850. Call (250)629-3102.

WE BUY HOUSES

SIDNEY. FURNISHED room. satellite, laundry, heat, hydro, $475./mo. 250-589-4295.

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

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Standard Poodle Pups, CKC, $1300+. Red, Black Abstracts. Call 604-626-4683 or email: msherring@shaw.ca

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

FREE ITEMS FREE. 19” TV older model. works well. James Bay. 250380-8733 FREE: METAL bed frame with castors, in great condition. Call (250)595-0927 (Oak Bay).

Duncan, 2 bed, 2 bath adult Condo, #3-370 Cairnsmore St. Level entry, patio, small pet ok. Newly reno’d. $146,000. (250)597-8070 LUXURY Condo in Abbotsford..14th Floor. Wrap around South E/W view spans 270*. 3 BR. 3 Bath. 3 Balc 2475 Sq.Ft. spacious Beauty PH style. CM78CM78@gmail.com, 604-807-5341- $589,000

HOUSES FOR SALE

ARGYL MANOR 9861 Third St., 1 BDRM, F/S, common W/D N/S, N/P, HT & HW incl’d. $860/lease. Avail Feb. 15th. Call 250-475-2005, ext 227. MT. DOUGLAS Court- 1550 Arrow Rd, Bachelor Suite, $460. Lower income seniors 55+ only. NS/NP. Cable, heat, hot water incl’d. Avail March. 1st. Call 250-721-1818. OAK BAY Junction: 2-bdrm in quiet, 55+ bldg. $850. Heat, h/w incl. Avail. Feb.1 N/P. Share purchase req’d. 1678 Fort St. (250) 595-4593. SIDNEY- 1 bdrm, corner, 2nd ﬂr, balcony, prkg, Feb. 15, $790 mo. Call (250)812-4154.

FRIENDLY FRANK 80 WATT A/C Power Pack, $25, electric Caframo RV heater, $15. (778)440-9599.

SIDNEY CONDO: 55+, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, heat, hot water and basic cable incld. $1200, NS/NP. Call (250)385-8771.

LA-Z-BOY rocker/recliner, blue fabric, gently used, recently cleaned, $90 obo. Call (250)382-2422.

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REALISTIC TRC-421A 40 channel CB transceiver 12 volt, new, $25. (250)652-0705.

LANGFORD: PRIME Retail/Commercial Building, 2800 sq ft, parking & fenced area, (934 Goldstream Ave.), avail Feb. 1st. Call 250-(723)-4683 or (250)723-5841 (Att: Len).

RED DURAFLAME stove heater, 20”lx12”wx32”h, $75. Call (250)598-8145.

LANGFORD: PRIME Retail/Commercial Building, 2800 sq ft, parking & fenced area, (934 Goldstream Ave.), avail Feb. 1st. Call 250-(723)-4683 or (250)723-5841 (Att: Len).

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

DOWNTOWN SIDNEY: Bright newer 1 bdrm deluxe suite. Short term. (250)514-7747.

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

SOUTH OAK Bay: Walk to beach, 1 bdrm+ den, terrace. $1095 inclusive. Avail. now. Flex. term. Call (250)595-4757

HOMES FOR RENT

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1956 CONSUL MKI Estate Wagon, ONE OF APPROX 15 IN THE WORLD. Body, paint and motor all done. Lots of new parts. The car needs assembly. Will Trade for British & Cash. MUST SELL. No Time. Have all receipts. $7000, (250)490-4150, Penticton, BC

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SUITES, LOWER COLWOOD- 2 bdrm level entry, shared W/D, NS/NP. Refs, $1100 incls utils. 250-391-7915 GORDON HEAD, 1-bedroom. Close to UVic, bus routes. Separate entrance, kitchenette and shared laundry. Quiet. No pets/smokers. Damage deposit, references required. $670/mo. Free wi-ﬁ, heat, hydro. Available Feb 1st. 250-727-2230; 250-516-3899. LANGFORD, LRG 1 bdrm + den + sunroom, grd level, F/S, W/D, own ent, N/S, N/P, ref’s (Immed), $1000. 250-474-6057 MILLSTREAM(close to VGH) above grd 1 bdrm, wood stove, ample prking. $690+ 1/3 hydro. NS/NP. Avail Mar 1. Call (250)391-7655.

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SAANICH- LARGE 2000 sq.ft 2 bdrm. Lights & heat incld, NS/NP. Refs, $1000 mo. Avail now. 250-652-0591. SIDNEY- 1 BDRM, 1 bath ground ﬂoor suite, F/S, W/D, large kitchen & living room, lots of storage, N/S, no dogs. $885 + hydro. Available now. Call (250)654-0410. TILLICUM/BURNSIDE- (3095 Irma St), 2 bdrm lower suite, shared laundry, own entry. $900 inclds hydro. Call 250383-8282, 250-588-8885. UPTOWN, LRG, clean 2 bdrm bsmt, in suite laundry, prkg, large open kitchen/living room, N/S, N/P, $950 mo incls utils. Avail Feb. 1st. (250)708-0118.

SUITES, UPPER SIDNEY- 2 BDRM main. yard, deck, garage, laundry. Pet OK. $1200. Call (250)812-4154.

TOWNHOUSES SIDNEY: 3 bdrm in great location with nice yard, pet ok. $1500/mo. Come by 33-10070 5th St. between 12-2pm this Saturday. Call (250)516-0104.

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

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SIDNEY RANCHER. 3-bdrm, 2 bath, large family room. 5 appl’s, 2 storage sheds, private fenced yard on quiet culde-sac. NS/NP. $1700./mo. Call (250)655-1499 to view.

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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

CONTRACTORS

ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi

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

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

TAX 250-477-4601

APPLIANCE REPAIRS A & L Appliances (under new management). For all your appliance needs. (250)656-2325

CARPENTRY JEREMIAH’S CARPENTRY Quality work, sm renos, call for list of services. 778-967-1246.

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

CLEANING SERVICES GREAT RATES! Guar. cleaning since 1985. Supplies & vacuum incld’d. (250)385-5869 HONEST & reliable cleaning team. $50 per hour. Impeccable references. Lindsey: 250-896-0703 MALTA HOUSECLEANING Estates, events, ofﬁces. BBB member. (250)388-0278. SPOTLESS HOME Cleaning. Affordable, Exp’d, Reliable, Efﬁcient. Exc refs. 250-508-1018

COMPUTER SERVICES COMPUDOC MOBILE Computer Services. Repairs, tuneups, tutoring, web sites, etc. 250-886-8053, 778-351-4090.

CLASSIFIEDS WORK HARD! Call 250.388.3535

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GARDENING

HANDYPERSONS

HAULING AND SALVAGE

ELITE GARDEN MAINTENANCE Commercial and Residential. New Year Contracts. Clean-Ups & Landscaping 250-915-1039

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

(250)590-9653.ELECTRICIAN 20 yrs + exp. Residential: New homes & Renos. Knob & tube replacement. $40./hr. Senior’s Discount. Lic.#3003.

ASK ROB. Carpentry, decks, landscaping, garden clean up, bobcat work, masonry and renos. Free Est. 250-744-4548 Pay No Tax Special! Big Bear Handyman. For all your Home and Business maintenance needs. Free Est. 250-896-6071

KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.

HAULING AND SALVAGE

NORTHERN SUN Electric Comm/Res. $40/hr. Work Guaranteed. Any size job. (250)888-6160. Lic#13981.

HAULING & Recycling. (250)889-5794.

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

FENCING

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

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

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

J&L GARDENING Specialty yard clean-up and maintenance. Master gardeners. John or Louise (250)891-8677.

PAINTING NORM’S PAINTING- Why wait till Spring? Reasonable, Reliable. Refs. 25 yrs exp. Call 250-478-0347.

A1 DIAMOND Moving- 1 ton 2 ton. Prices starting at $85/hr. Call 250-220-0734. PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774 SMART GUYS Hauling. Garden waste, junk removal, clean-ups, etc. Reliable, courteous service. 250-544-0611 or 250-889-1051.

HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

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

Go With The Flow Installations. All residential Heating, Ventilation & Custom Ducting. Call Tom at 250-883-8353.

GARY’S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

GARDENING

MASONRY & BRICKWORK

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.

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

THE MOSS MAN ChemicalFree Roof De-Mossing & Gutter Cleaning since 1996. Call 250-881-5515. Free estimates! www.mossman.ca

A2Z WRIGHT Moving. 3 ton, $80/hr for 2 men. Senior’s discount. Call Phil (250)383-8283 DONE RIGHT MOVING $80/hr. Senior Discount. Free Est’s. No travel time before or after. SMOOTH MOVES. Call Tyler at 250-418-1747.

20+ YEARS Experience. Lawns, Pruning, Maintenance, Landscaping & more. Reliable. WCB. Andrew (250)656-0052.

250-889-5794. DIAMOND Dave Gutter & Window Cleaning at Fair Prices!

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

MALTA BLOWN Insulation. Attics - interior/exterior walls & sound silencer. (250)388-0278 SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.

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PLUMBING FELIX PLUMBING. Over 35 years experience. Reasonable rates. Call 250-514-2376. FIRST RESPONSE Plumbing. New construction, reno’s, hw tanks, toilets, clogged drains. All of your plumbing needs. Call to talk with a plumber. 24hr service. Free est. No job too small. 250-704-8962. FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.

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

PAINTING

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

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

A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. DALE’S PAINTING Int/ext. Prompt, courteous, 25yrs exp $25/hr Free est. 250-516-2445

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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

MOVING & STORAGE

HANDYMAN DAN. Quality workmanship. Free estimates. Call 250-656-6789.

AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Int & Ext, Res & Comm. WCB. Free Est’s. BBB.

WINDOW CLEANING BLAINE’S WINDOW WASHING. Serving Sidney & Brentwood since 1983. Average house $35. 250-656-1475 DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190. NORM’S WINDOW Cleaning. 250-812-3213. www.normswindowcleaning.ca

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WINDOWS

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

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

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Remember no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.

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Q Blood Pressure Clinic Q Saturday, January 19 Q Pearkes Arena

Take The Pressure Down Free Blood Pressure Clinic Beacon Community Services, along with The Heart and Stroke Foundation were at the Pacific Cup Oldtimers Hockey Tournament on Jan. 19th at Pearkes Arena. Together they were raising blood pressure awareness by offering free blood pressure checks. High blood pressure is the number one risk factor for stroke and is a major factor for heart disease. It affects 20% of Canadians and 42% who have it, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know they have it Over time high blood pressure can damage blood vessel walls causing scarring that promotes the build-up of fatty plaque, which can narrow and eventually block arteries. It also strains the heart and eventually weakens it. Very high blood pressure can cause blood vessels in the brain to burst resulting in a stroke. With proper diagnosis and treatment of high blood pressure, you can cut your risk of stroke by up to 40% and heart attack by up to 25%. High blood pressure often has no symptoms, so have yours checked at least once every two years by a healthcare professional. Eat a balanced diet, be physically active and smoke-free, and reduce your salt and alcohol intake to help lower your blood pressure. Maintain a healthy weight, even a modest reduction in weight, as little as 10%, can dramatically decrease your chances of having a stroke or heart attack. For more information visit: http://takethepressuredown.ca

Judith Blake and her kids, Finn and Ruby stopped by to speak with volunteers.

Hockey players Chris Bailey and Brendan McGivney from Fort Colins, Colorado.

Leah Ruscheinsky of Victoria.

Pam Stonehouse has her blood pressure read as volunteer Trish Penner looks on.

Ruby Blake enjoyed pumping the plastic heart in the Blood Pressure, what does it mean? display.

Edward Fraser stopped by and got his blood pressure numbers.

Tony Bartels has the process explained to him by Lois McNabb, volunteer with Beacon Community Services.

Hockey player Jay Eckhardt goes over his numbers with Area Coordinator Matt Stooke.

Hockey player Todd Warnygora.

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS in your community Almost 22% of Canadian adults have high blood pressure are you at risk?

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Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - PENINSULA

You’ll feel like family!

Enter to WIN

ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN:: A 7 cubic foot Brada Chest Freezerr Courtesy of Cheemo Contest Runs: Jan. 27- Feb. 23, 2013 Draw Date: Feb. 24,2013

Good Luck! One winner per store One winner at countrygrocer.com

C O U N T R Y V A L U E

CHAMPS

$4.34 kg

8 Lb Bag

$ 00

AA or Better T-Bone Grilling Steaks lb

2/ 3

142 g

FOOD SHOULD TASTE GOOD

Multigrain Chips

$ 97

$ 97 $13.16 kg

Family Packs

IN THE DELI

Emma Canadian Double Cream Brie Random Cuts

$ 67 FLYER 100 g EVERY FRIDAY

in select Saanich News, Victoria News, Goldstream News Gazette & Peninsula News Review

$ 97

Canyon Chips

FRESH CANADIAN

Watch for our

Navel Oranges

BOULDER

$ 97

Proudly sponsored by:

CALIFORNIA ALIFORN A

Jumbo Mushrooms White or Brown

NEWS REVIEW

Reg. Retail: $3.59 100g

680 g

LINDSAY

Large Pitted Olives

398 mL

Limit 6

IN OUR BAKERY

Brownie Square

$ 97

550 g

Proud to be serving Victoria since 1986 Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Deposits and/or environmental fees extra where applicable. We reserve the right to limit quantities.

Specials in effect Wednesday January 30th- Saturday February 2nd, 2013

4420 West Saanich Rd, Royal Oak • 1153 Esquimalt Rd, Victoria Open Daily 8am - 10pm

Offers valid at Royal Oak and Esquimalt Country Grocer locations only.