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Police have a man in custody following a bank robbery in Sidney Tuesday afternoon. At around 3:45 p.m., a man entered the TD Bank on Beacon Avenue and demanded money. Sidney North Saanich RCMP report that the man left on foot and that no one was injured in the incident. B.C. Transit spokesperson Meribeth Bur-

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ton, in an email to the Peninsula News Review, stated that an agitated man got onto bus number 70 bound for the Swartz Bay ferry terminal at the corner of Beacon Avenue and Fifth Street in Sidney. Driver Dean Rhealt noted the man, said Burton, and after drivers received an all-call notification to be on the lookout for a suspect meeting the description of the passenger, he called the police. Burton stated the bus passenger had left some of his clothing behind after the bus

arrived at the ferry terminal. Another passenger brought the clothing to Rhealt’s attention. She added Rhealt and another operator on a layover checked the back of the bus for the clothing, whch matched the destription in the all-call. The RCMP report that the man was subsequently arrested at Swartz Bay without incident. They also noted that the suspect was on statutory release on a day pass from a secure facility at the time of the incident.

Deep Cove Elementary Grade 1 student Fern Lemieux releases a salmon fry into Chalet Creek in North Saanich on Tuesday with the help of parent volunteer Simone Whyte. More than 300 students and volunteers from Peninsula Streams released 400 Coho salmon they had been raising since January as part of the Saanich School District’s Salmon in the Classroom program. Devon MacKenzie/News staff

Winery seeks new licence Neighbours concerned about noise at Church and State Devon MacKenzie News staff

Concerns were voiced by neighbours of a Brentwood Bay winery seeking a food primary license during last week’s Central Saanich council meeting. Church and State Winery on Benvenuto Avenue in Brentwood Bay has, for the last two years, worked to obtain a food primary license. Currently the winery cannot serve any other alcohol but their own wine. “Our motivation obviously is to promote and sell our own wine but a food primary license will allow us to better serve our clients during special events. We’d be able to serve craft beers, other wines and spirits during weddings and parties which gives our customers more selection,” said Frank Edgell, the management consultant and vineyard manager for Church and State. Edgell continued to say that if the winery were to obtain the license, it wouldn’t spark any physical changes to the space but apart from changes to allowable booze selection, the license would allow for amplified music. “The change would allow us to have a food primary license over two thirds of the space, so the first section of the building, as you walk in, would remain under wine license for the tasting and retail area for our wine, and the kitchen and lounge areas would be under food primary licensing,” he said. Edgell added that the allowance of amplified music means the winery can continue to have their usual piped in music during the day through their sound system as well as continue to have music in the evenings during special events. PLEASE SEE: Central Saanich to decide, page 3

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SIDNEY — Organizers of the Sidney Saturday Market above the Odyssia Restarant on Beacon Avenue have dropped their $2 admission fee — starting this Sat., May 3. Entry will now be by donation. The market runs 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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SIDNEY — Watch for fishermen on the waterfront this weekend as the Sidney Anglers host their fourth annual Salmon Derby. The event runs May 2 to 3 and is a fundraiser for the Anglers. Money raised go towards salmon conservation, habitat restoration and enhancement on southern Vancouver Island. For more information on the 2014 derby, registration or tickets visit www. sidneyanglers.ca.

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SIDNEY — Save Our Sidney holds a presentation May 7, 6:30 p.m. at the Mary Winspear Centre. The session will discuss lessons on small business operation and downtown revite. — PNR

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that will make teaching more effective.” Penny Sakamoto, group publisher for Black Press, notes teachers from past generations were bound by a more strict establishment and formality that wasn’t nearly as open. “And, I think the schools really include input from the community very effectively today,” she says. “The high school job experience program is a very good example of that and the programs where students interact with residents of seniors homes, for example shows a real understanding of today’s community based learning.” ddescoteau@vicnews.com

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Like many professions, teaching has changed a lot over the years. As Black Press continues our Great Teachers series, a celebration of educators presented with partners Staples and Thrifty Foods, we look at some of the positive changes that have affected how our children learn and look at the world. Diane McNay, the jovial president of the Lower Vancouver Island Retired Teachers Association, began her career in 1968 and retired “young” in 2002 at 56. She taught at several schools around Greater Victoria, including the last 20 at Arbutus Junior High in Saanich. Teachers today are, on average, younger, she says, and have learned a system of education that focuses less on such unglamorous topics as English grammar and more on exploring the ideas of free thought and critical thinking. “I think what has changed the most has been curriculum development,” McNay says of the switch from an emphasis on memorizing facts and figures. “In social studies, which was my area, that was the best change that was ever made. It really made you think about what you would be doing and gave you more scope (to teach) more meaningful things that

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Retired school teacher Diane McNay stands next to a framed Steve Nash basketball jersey at École Arbutus Global Middle School where she taught Nash in junior high. would make a lot of difference to the kids.” Changes to the way topics are approached has paralleled advances in technology and access to information. Parents whose children have graduated in the past several years, for example, have seen differences. They’ve come through an era in which assignments went from being written out – in some cases researched in library books – to being written and researched on a computer and printed out. That in itself has helped

make things easier for everyone: students, parents and teachers. Tom White retired here in 2005 after 33 years teaching music and, late in his career, Internet-based computer classes. He says he enjoyed helping his students get a handle on the emerging technology. “My technology students prolifically created movies, websites and Powerpoint shows,” he says. “Social networking was at the infant stages and (unlike today) only a few students were

using cell phones.” McNay says the Internet has been both a blessing and curse for educators, who have had to keep themselves up to date on what’s out there in cyberspace and how it might relate to students’ assignments. “There is a tendency among students to sort of leap to Wikipedia the minute they want any information on anything,” she says. “But if the school has a really good teacher-librarian, they can teach students and teachers about databases and things

Celebration time n Black Press, Staples and Thrifty Foods encourage you to nominate a grade school teacher whom you feel is making a difference in the community. From all nominations, one teacher each from the elementary, middle school and secondary levels will be honoured at a gala in June. To nominate your favourite teacher, visit vicnews.com/contests/ and click on Great Teachers. All nominators are entered to win a $50 Thrifty’s gift certificate.

Central Saanich to decide on one-year trial for winery Continued from page 1

“We will be taking every step to make sure the sound is within the allowable limits, which includes employees stepping outside during the evenings and measuring the decibel levels at our property line,” Edgell said. Central Saanich resident Liz Puttergill whose home backs on to the property said neighbours’ concerns stem from the allowance of amplified music in the license. “I have a petition with 47 signatures, all people from around the winery including about a half dozen people who live right on the winery border that don’t want to see this

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change happen,” said Puttergill. “When they have events there now we can hear the music and it’s loud. When there are things going on there until 11 p.m. it’s a matter of sleep for the neighbours. This is a quiet farming neighbourhood. We’re not against the liquor licensing but please, no amplified music,” she said. In order to qualify for a food primary license, the winery had to go through the Agricultural Land Commission which has approved the request as a non-farm use on the land. Now it’s up to Central Saanich council to decide if they will proceed with a temporary use permit to allow the license change.

“A motion was made last Tuesday night to approve a temporary use permit for a year, initially, instead of three,” said Mayor Alastair Bryson. “Temporary use permits can be up to three years but because this is sort of a trial situation, council chose to do it for a year. There will be conditions set for the winery concerning allowable sound levels. “The hope is that we can enable them to provide a broader range of a entertainment and liquor experiences while balancing that with concerns and rights of neighbours trying to enjoy their properties.” Bryson said the conditions are clear that sound must be no louder than 60 decibels at the property line

and that windows and doors must be closed by 10 p.m. Any music must be turned off by 11 p.m. “Council has also asked for a police report on the complaint history for the current licensing and the consideration of issuance of the temporary use permit is being postponed until we receive that report. We want to make sure we’re doing our due diligence,” said Bryson. Council is expected to receive the report from police and make a decision on the temporary use permit at an upcoming regular meeting of council. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 5. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Ken Unger, Viola Van de Ruyt and Dominique Alford are getting ready to dig in at this spring’s Lobsterfest. The May 10 dinner is a fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Brentwood Bay and the Saanich Peninsula Foundation.

Sink your claws into Lobsterfest Second annual fundraiser for two local foundations Steven Heywood News staff

Pull out the bibs and get crackin’. The second annual Lobsterfest hosted by the Rotary Club of Brentwood Bay and the Saanich Peninsula Foundation takes place Saturday, May 10 and tickets are selling fast. Ken Unger with the Rotary Club says there are — as of this week — only around 50 tickets remaining of the 250 they need to sell. Last year’s event was sold out, he said. Lob- Lobster time sterfest is a fundraiser There are 250 for both the Rotary lobsters on order Club and Saanich Penin- from Canada’s sula Foundation (SPF). east coast. Ken Money raised, says Unger of the Viola Van de Ruyt, is Brentwood Bay added to the Founda- Rotary Club says tion’s endowment fund. lobster season From there, they award officially started grants every year to May 1 and their other local charities and order will be flown groups on the Saanich live to Vancouver and then Victoria. Peninsula. Unger added his club, The shellfish, he too, has an endowment continued, will fund overseen by the come fresh out of Brentwood Bay Rotary live tanks the day of Lobsterfest. Foundation. As the two “At a poundorganizations have simiand-a-half each, lar mandates, coming that’s around 400 together for a joint fun- pounds of lobdraiser was a natural. ster,” he said. Last year, Lobsterfest When it comes raised around $15,000, time to eat, Lobwhich was split between sterfest volunthe organizations. teer organizers The event will be provide all the held at the Saanich Fair cutlery — includGround and features ing crackers and a silent auction (as of picks — as well press time, organizer as the bibs. Dominique Alford said local businesses had already generously donated 90-plus items). Alford, who is involved with both clubs, said tickets are $75 each. Lobster is definitely on the menu, she said, adding there will also be chicken. Lobsterfest will have a cash bar and will be emceed by Michael Forbes and Lisa Marshall from the Ocean 98.5 radio station. The O’Briens will be the evening’s musical entertainment. To find out more, or to get tickets, call Ken Unger at 250-884-9844 or Dominique Alford at 250508-9033. Learn more about the SPF at www.saanichpeninsulafoundation.ca.

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North Saanich drops landscape bond

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Waterfront owners had pushed to end 125 per cent bond Steven Heywood News staff

An organization of waterfront property owners in North Saanich are pleased with plans to remove what they term a cumbersome set of regulations when it comes to property upgrades in the community. On April 7, the council majority at the District of North Saanich voted to remove a landscape bond requirement in the amount of 125 per cent of the total cost of a project. Councillor Craig Mearns had posed a motion to drop the bond requirement for single family zoned lots in environmentally sensitive development permit areas. Those areas in North Saanich include areas of foreshore, significant water features, steep slopes and others. Mearns said he didn’t want to see landowners penalized by

having to pay 125 per cent of their total project costs into a landscaping bond. “In most cases, those properties (work plans) come with landscaping plans,” he said. Coun. Elsie McMurphy suggested council discuss Mearns’ motion following an in-camera session that evening, as she said council has material in-camera that is pertinent to the debate. Mearns agreed, as long as council would re-convene that evening to vote on his motion. Afterwards, Mayor Alice Finall pointed out that a landscaping bond ensures required work will be done — and that taxpayers won’t be on the hook for it if a property owner fails to follow through. She added the bonds are often in the form of letters of credit, which cost considerably less than the full 125 per cent charge. “Without a bond, we can’t

hold people to their promises,” added McMurphy. A 4-3 vote after the in-camera portion ended the performance bond stipulation. A media release from the North Saanich PROW Association, which represents waterfront property owners, said the bond requirement targeted waterfront owners. The Association pointed out that a $10,000 seawall replacement project would have required a bond of $12,500 to be held by the municipality until District staff were satisfied conditions of a development permit had been met. “Waterfront property owners in North Saanich face an increasingly expansive and cumbersome set of regulations and requirement,” said Keith Routley, PROW president. “We are relieved that one unnecessary step in an unfair process has been removed.”

Walking in hope of a healthier way Devon MacKenzie News staff

This weekend, the Look Beyond Addiction Awareness Walk will once again hit the streets of Sidney. Organizer Christina Barnhart, who founded the organization Look Beyond Addiction, hopes each year to make a difference in the lives of others though the annual walk that starts at the Mary Winspear Centre. The event, which takes place this year on Sunday, May 4,

raises money that Barnhart then donates to charitable organizations which help those with addiction issues. “The walk is really designed to unite all different types of people in different types of support groups. My vision is to use this walk to make a difference for those who suffer from addiction,” Barnhardt said before last year’s walk, adding that the energy at the walks is always positive. “People always leave after the walk with a really good feeling.”

Barnhardt began her journey into helping those with addictions after losing her first husband to a cocaine overdose in 2007. Years later, she would lose her second husband to alcohol poisoning. Registration for the walk (rain or shine) starts at 11 a.m. on Sunday and the rally and 2.5 km walk begin at noon. A $10 registration fee applies for each individual or a family can participate for $15. For more information, visit www.lookbeyondaddiction. com.

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When our industry was talking about waterborne paints in 2005/06, everyone started to panic. Did we have the correct equipment and time to spray it, and were we going to be compensated for it? I flew to Las Vegas in early 2006 and looked at new technology that they were using in Europe to see if we could jump ahead of the curve and start spraying before it became legislation to do so. I purchased new equipment and we became the first Sikkens shop in Canada to convert to waterborne technology. It wasn’t without its problems and it took us a while to figure it all out, but other shops then fell in line behind us and now we couldn’t imagine going backwards to solvent paints. We switched the day my son was born - March 9 2007. A day I will never forget. Technology in our industry has changed so much in ten years, it’s difficult to imagine where we will be in another 5. One thing that is for certain is we will see more electric cars. So what is the best way to become familiar with electric technology in cars?

I think it is to buy one. We bought our first electric courtesy car for public use and are awaiting its arrival. We partnered with Motorize Auto next door to us and can’t wait for our customers to use it. As far as we know, we are the first body shop on Vancouver Island to be offering one for insurance claim replacement vehicles. It’s a Nissan Leaf and gets 180km to a full charge and the kicker is, you get the best parking spaces at the mall. So if anyone would like to use it when we are working on their vehicle, be sure to ask our manager Dave if he can reserve it for you. Technology is a wonderful thing. I hope I can keep up somewhat, although I am already getting beaten handily on The Wii by a boy that happened to born in 2007. When he beats me on the golf course it will be time to hang them up. What will we see next?

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A European wall lizard basks in the sun in Central Saanich.

Walk With Your Doc May 7 Steven Heywood News staff

Sannich Peninsula residents are invited to take a walk with local doctors during the first Walk With Your Doc event this month. On May 7, residents at Rest Haven Lodge in Sidney host the walk and hope as many people from the community as possible join them. Rest Haven Foundation Executive Director Brenda Hennigar says Walk With Your Doc events have been going on across the province for five years, but this will be the first in Sidney. The walk is in recognition of the World Health Organization’s Move For Health Day. “We encourage people to show up

at 10 a.m. or visit BCMA.org for more information,” Hennigar said. The walk is designed to, first, get people out and moving for their health and, second, to get people in the habit of moving more often. “It’s to get people moving and feeling more healthy.” Walkers will be joined by Doctors Ambrose Marsh and Rest Haven Lodge’s own Dr. Trottershaw for the short jaunt (approx. 1.5 km) from the Lodge to the nearby Sidney Rose Garden. Hennigar added the walk has partnered with Panorama Recreation Centre as well. “It’s all about getting people moving,” she concluded. Walkers and people in wheelchairs are welcome.

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edestrians and scooter operators both must take responsibility for how they interact on the streets of Sidney. It’s no secret there are a lot of people who use scooters within the community. Rules governing licencing and education were part of a Town of Sidney recommendation to the Union of B.C. Municipalities not that long ago. While that was ultimately rejected by a majority of other member At the sidewalk municipalities, message level, this interaction the remains has no reason not to important. Scooter owners be pleasant generally stay off of the roads and stick to the sidewalks. That’s where, obviously, a majority of pedestrians are as well. At some point, one is going to run across the other — and let’s hope that’s only in a figurative sense. It’s everyone’s responsibility to be aware of their surroundings — a fact more important these days with our addiction to hand-held electronic devices. Most drivers of scooters probably aren’t making phone calls or texting their friends while they drive, but it does take some skill and the ability to look ahead and anticipate people around them. Sort of like all those years behind the wheel of a car. A simple, friendly honk of the horn from a scooter driver would be enough to let people know where they are and that they are coming up behind them. It’s good to note that in some places around the world, a honk is meant as a greeting and acknowledgement that two objects are close to each other. Generally, a horn sounding in North America is one of anger or frustration. At the sidewalk level, this interaction has no reason not to be pleasant — it is, after all, two folks sharing a public space. A little courtesy can go a long way to avoiding serious conflict and a collision. Based on that, there’s no reason why pedestrians and scooter operators should be in any conflict on the sidewalks on the Saanich Peninsula. 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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Little recourse to a council decision Re: Drop unfair language, PNR April 23. Thank you for the well done article. I have been phoning Town Hall almost once a week starting in October. They told me I needed to wait for the developer’s presentation to the community. So I waited. After that I was told we would be advised when Council would start discussing the project. As close as I was trying to stay up on it, I never knew they had voted on it already. I knew going in it was a lost cause but decided to make my presentation for the audience’s sake ... most there did not know the full story and the full impact. Councilor Chad said the only recourse we have now was to start a petition but that requires a lot of time and I am a caregiver. It is so sad when you can not trust your own council. I moved to Sidney seven years ago from North Saanich and always knew that if the market fell, I could lose money but I never dreamed the council would cause me to lose money and enjoyment in my home. Barb Russell Sidney

Wasting times and taxes I have watched the conduct of the North Saanich council and cannot contain my frustration any longer. I just read about the motion to remove the word ‘significant’ from the website description of

the proposed amendments to the District’s Regional Context Statement and Coun. Browne’s comment that the word was “an emotive response” by Mayor Finall to the proposed amendment. As I reside on McDonald Park Road, one of the areas that would be, dare I say it, significantly affected by this amendment, I do not understand how the council feels it has the right to waste my time and my hard earned tax dollars. The contempt displayed [by the council majority] to those on council who hold different views is an embarrassment. I can assure you that your counterproductive records will not be forgotten, come election time. Jennifer Margison North Saanich

What about the election? Re: Council majority gets last word, PNR April 25. There are more significant issues at play in North Saanich that have been swept under the rug by Ted Daly and his majority council than the word ‘significant’ could even begin to describe. With all of the developments on line and little evidence of long term municipal infrastructure contributions and environmental protection from the fast track developers, North Saanich residents will be seeing the last of their zero

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per cent tax increases,, putting the ‘North’ back in North Saanich as far as property tax goes. It would appear that a majority of council don’t care about the next election as long as they get their work done before the end of term. We all have a choice. We all have to vote. Remember, in municipal politics it appears that the OCP/ RCS is only as good as the people in control. Reg Kirkham Sidney

No single way to give Clive Tanner (PNR letters, April 23) suggested we donate to organizations that help street people rather than give money directly to them, lest we “become inundated with progressively more aggressive solicitors.” I would argue there’s no single right way to give. While organizations such as Mustard Seed need our support, handing money (or food or clothing) directly to someone on the street is a tangible way of loving our neighbours. For some of us, it’s a needy reminder that life is not fair and we can do something about it. Suzanne Morphet North Saanich ••• Let your voice be heard. Send your thoughts to editor@ peninsulanewsreview.com

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Endangered species art at the Winspear SIDNEY — Local artist Richard Wong has been selected as the first Sister Cities Artist in Residence, at the Tanks Art Centre, in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. The Artist in Residence program is a combined effort of the Sidney Sister Cities Association, the Cairns Regional Sister Cities Advisory Committee

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Local artist Richard Wong. and the Tanks Arts Centre. Wong, a waterco-

lourist who uses the oriental brush stroke technique, has chosen the theme of endangered species for his residency and while in Australia will work on a series of paintings illustrating the atrisk flora and fauna of Queensland. Some of Wong’s paintings illustrating local at-risk wildlife will be on display at the

Mary Winspear Centre during the month of May. After May, the paintings will accompany him to Australia as part of the exhibition and residency. For more information on the Artist in Residence program visit www.sidneysistercitiesassociation.com or www.richardwongwatercolors.ca. — Submitted

Pease and MacArthur play Jazz Vespers NORTH SAANICH — Al Pease and John MacArthur return to St. John’s United Church’s Jazz Vespers this weekend. On Sunday, May 4 at 7 p.m. Pease and MacArthur will be joined by Don Cox on bass for an evening of inspired jazz. Pease, one of Victoria’s finest saxophone and clarinet players, began his career in Vancouver. He joined the Air Force Band in 1960, playing all over the globe and with the Naden Band as well, sometimes playing for kings and queens and other notables. Victoria’s own John MacArthur is an accomplished guitarist with an extensive and eclectic background who plays a vari-

ety of jazz classics, swing, Latin and Gypsy jazz. A member of Victoria’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, MacArthur’s jazz chops come to the fore around town and the Island either as a soloist or in a variety of combos with the city’s top jazz musicians. More recently, MacArthur has done an extensive cruise ship tour. Cox’s resume is equally impressive, having spent a long and illustrious career with the Canadian Forces Military Bands, including positions as Musical Director of the Ottawa RCAF Stage Band and Assistant Conductor of the Naden Band. An active and versatile performer, Cox played on countless

concerts and recordings, and performed with jazz and pop personalities from across North America,. The Jazz Vespers series continues on June 1 with The Organics, a trio featuring jazz organ and piano, bass and drums. Jazz Vespers services begin at 7 p.m. St. John’s United Church is located at 10990 West Saanich Rd., across from Deep Cove School. There is no admission charge. An offering will be taken to cover the cost of the musicians and the Vespers program. For further information, call Bernadette at 250-656-0875 or email bernadettegreene@shaw. ca to be informed of upcoming concerts. — Submitted

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COMING UP IN ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Jennifer Jade Kerr in concert on Saturday, May 3 at 2 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church in Sidney (2295 Weiler Ave.) Tickets are $10 and proceeds go to Canadian Lutheran World Relief. • Writer’s toolkit: Getting through your first draft at the

Sidney North Saanich Library. Join author Margaret Thompson as she shares tips on getting your novel, short story, or non-fiction piece through the first draft. Thursday, May 8, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free. Call 250656-0944 to register. • The Society for the Com-

munity Arts Theatre at Stelly’s benefit dance with the Commodores Big Band is on Friday, May 9 at 7 p.m. at Bayside Middle School Tickets, $15, available at The Dollar Den in Brentwood and at the door. For more information on the project or the concert, visit theatreatstellys.com.

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District Of North Saanich NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, May 12, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Hall, 1620 Mills Road, North Saanich, B.C. to consider the following proposed amendment to the District of North Saanich Zoning Bylaw No. 1255:

1) North Saanich Zoning Bylaw No. 1255 (2011), Amendment Bylaw No. 1325 (2013).

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In general terms, the purpose of Amendment Bylaw No.1325 is to amend the Zoning Bylaw No.1255 to rezone the Land, known as Lot 2, Section 6, Range 2 East, North Saanich District Plan 4168 (9160 East Saanich Road), from Single Family Residential (R-2) to Single Family Residential (R-1) for the purpose of single lot subdivision. The land that is the subject of amendment Bylaw No. 1325 is denoted in the cross hatched portion of the supplied map. All persons who deem their interest in property affected by the proposed bylaw amendment shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions at the Public Hearing.

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All relevant documentation, including copies of the bylaw(s), pertaining to the above, may be inspected at the North Saanich Municipal Hall, 1620 Mills Road, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays) from Friday, May 2, 2014 to Monday, May 12, 2014 inclusive.

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HELP WANTED

VOLUNTEERS

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QUALITY CONTROL The Lemare Group is seeking a Quality Control person for Northern Vancouver Island. Coastal/Dryland sort experience an asset. Travelling required. Excellent wages plus benefits. Email or fax resumes to office@lemare.ca or 250-956-4888, Attention: Jennifer.

CANADIAN CANCER Society is looking for a planning team member for a staff & volunteer summit conference, to work on logistics and later attend the conference in Nanaimo. Other positions available. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

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MAY 5 - 11. INFORMATION IN-FLIGHT Magazine...SOAR Magazine. This attractive business & tourism publication is published bi-monthly six times a year. Great impact for your BC Business more than 280,000 passengers ďŹ&#x201A;y PaciďŹ c Coastal Airlines. Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: ďŹ sh@blackpress.ca

LEGALS NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO THE REPAIRMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN ACT Victoria Air Maintenance Ltd. provides notice that a 2007 Aviat Husky Aircraft CFPKH Serial Number 2356 currently owned by Paul Krugar Odendaal will be listed for sale on May 14, 2014 and sold to recover $26,025.18 due and owing to Victoria Air Maintenance for work performed and storage costs.

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: 2005 HONDA SHADOW JH2RC5056M100280 Owner G. Ditomasso 1992 DODGE DAKOTA 1B7GG23X4NS673397 Owner R. Carter 1992NISSAN PATHFINDER JN8HD18Y7NW018155 Owner M. Quirk Will be sold on May 9, 2014. At 647B Dupplin Rd, Victoria, BC between 10am-2pm.

PERSONALS THE BEST Selection of Real, Local Singles. Try FREE! 18+. Call 250-220-1300 or online at: www.livelinks.com

LOST AND FOUND FOUND BMW key chain, AW Colwood. (778)265-1615. FOUND SMALL long haired young cat mostly gray a little white a little black at West Port Marina, Apr 24. Pick-up at the CRD or call (250)655-3994. LOST. SILVER chain with silver pendant. Sentimental value. in Sidney. (250)656-3188.

TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Spring Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Deputy Operations Manager

District of Kitimat, exempt staff position, with competitive compensation and full benefit package. Reporting to the Operations Manager, assists in planning, implementing and tracking the operations, repair and maintenance of the municipalityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s infrastructure, including water and sewer, buildings, roads, parking lots, traffic control, drainage, signage, sidewalks, parks, grass cutting,, cemetery, and equipment fleet. Candidates will have several years of experience in a municipal or similar work environment and post-secondary education in Civil, Building or Water Quality Technology, EOCP Sewage Treatment and Water Distribution certification, or related Trade Qualification. Submit resumes by May 15, 2014, 4:30 p.m., to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, B.C. V8C 2H7, Fax 250-632-4995, email dok@kitimat.ca SERVICE Writer/Warranty Administrator required immediately for busy Heavy Truck repair shop in Kelowna, BC. Parts and/or service experience in the industry an asset. Attention to detail, clear communication and organization skills a must. Competitive wages and benefits reflecting experience. Please forward all resumes to jdiesel1@telus.net.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

â&#x20AC;˘ Certified Home Study Course â&#x20AC;˘ Jobs Registered Across Canada â&#x20AC;˘ Gov. Certified www.RMTI.ca / 604.681.5456 or 1.800.665.8339 HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

HAIR STYLISTS $500 Hiring Bonus. Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Must have hairstyling qualifications. Guaranteed $11/hr, benefits, paid overtime, vacation pay, 25% profit sharing, paid birthday,advanced training and annual advancement opportunities For an interview call 866-472-4339 INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

WAREHOUSE WORKER

Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. has a part time Dock / Warehouse position that is responsible for: 1)All LTL freight is cross docked 2)Schedules depart on time 3)High level of load factor 4)Quality loading to minimize damages The successful candidate(s) will be working in a high pressure, high volume atmosphere with critical time frames and must be available to work days, afternoons, and evening shifts. A current forklift operator certificate is an asset. Interested candidates should forward a resume and cover letter to:

Careers@vankam.com or Fax 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

We thank everyone for applying, however we will only contact candidates that interest us.

HOME CARE/SUPPORT LIVE IN Care Giver required for woman with advanced MS. Please call (250)652-7081.

ISLAND HEALTHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Mental Health & Addictions unit seeks a weekly knitting group leader who is empathetic to individuals with mental illness. Outgoing and professional, some knitting ability. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269. NEED2 SUICIDE Prevention is seeking a marathon team developer to recruit individuals and businesses between May and October to run or sponsor runners in Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Good Life Marathon. Also seeking board members for effective governance. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

PERSONAL SERVICES MIND BODY & SPIRIT

STUCCO APPLICATORS to start immediately for a busy stucco company located in West Kelowna area. Position starts at $29.00/hr. Contact Kevin @ 250-862-7418 or email acestuccoltd@gmail.com

KRIPALU MASSAGE, Reiki, Acupressure, Chair Massage. I have relaxed clients that have been with me for 5-12 years. See testimonials on website. Women only. Call 250-514-6223 or visit online at: www.andreakober.com

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca C- 250-938-1944

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REGISTERED CAREGIVERS Available

Years of experience Excellent references. Reliable, trustworthy MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FREE ITEMS FREE: 10 stacking chairs and 6 stacking tables on a dolly. You pick up. (250)478-2113.

BLINDS & DRAPERY

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GARAGE SALES All Fun Swap & Shop. Every Sunday (weather permitting), 7am-2pm. 12.00 to sell- 1.00 to buy. No dogs in shopping area. 250-474-4546. www.allfun.bc.ca

C. SAANICH. Sat. & Sun. Mat 3 & 4, 9am-2pm. 7768 E. Saanich Rd. Computer desk, crystal, old dishes, & much more!

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HELP WANTED An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

PERSONAL SERVICES

WAREHOUSE/FACTORY EMCO Corporation, a leading National Plumbing, HVAC and Hydronics wholesale supplier is currently searching for career minded, enthusiastic, and dynamic individuals at our busy Victoria location. The primary responsibility is to deliver an exceptional level of customer service. Duties include order taking, pulling and expediting, in person and on the phones, pricing and stock inquiries. You must be team oriented, and able to work closely with others. We offer competitive salary, based on experience, and an excellent bonus and benefits program If you are interested in being rewarded for your performance, please send your resumes to Paul Stevenson EMCO Corporation 550 Culduthel Road Victoria BC V8Z 1G1 Fax 4756282 E-Mail pstevenson@emcoltd.com

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FRIENDLY FRANK 9 CANNING Jars, 250ml - 1L, 2 pkgs new jar lids. All $9. Call (250)383-5390. ABDOER TWIST exerciser Used 3X, like new. Paid $130., sell $80. Call (250)655-6213. BLACK AND Decker electric lawnmower. $60. Garden hoses, 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 75â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. $24 each. 250652-3168 COFFEE TABLE, solid wood, $25. firm. (250)595-6734. DOWN QUILT 84x73, $49. Barbie #934 (after 5) $10. Oak chair $40. (778)265-1615. NO NAME cell phone, barely used, leather case that straps to belt, $50. Drastically reduced! (778)432-2822 WHEELCHAIRBARGAIN, $65. (250)727-2646.

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

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE AURIGA 3 wheel-scooter, 2 new batteries and recently serviced, excellent condition. $700. Call (778)426-4910. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

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

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. View anytime. $339,900 Reduced to $329,000. (250)7539123

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO FRASER TOLMIE APARTMENTS 1701 Cedar Hill X Road (at Shelbourne St) Deluxe 1 & 2 bdrm suites Beautiful grounds with resort style amenities INQUIRE TODAY: 250.477.6323 or frasertolmie@bentall kennedy.com www.frasertolmie.ca Proudly Managed By Bentall Kennedy Residential Services

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Sites available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or admin@resortonthelake.com

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING SHOAL CENTRE INDEPENDENT LIVING. 1 bdrm self contained suite .. Numerous onsite seniors activities. Avail June 1. Grant 250-217-3018

SHARED ACCOMMODATION TILLICUM MALL: Furnished Rm in apt., all amens. NS/NP. $500 inclusive. 250-893-8727.

SELLING? I charge far less commission. For example only $6,900 on a $600,000 Sale. A Full commission realtor would cost you $21,000 at 6 and 3. â&#x20AC;˘ Distress Sales â&#x20AC;˘ Bank Foreclosures â&#x20AC;˘ Fixer Uppers Free list with Pictures & addresses at: www.JimParsons.com Call me now at 250-508-0739. JIM PARSONS Onepercent Realty VI

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CARS 1993 ACURA INTEGRA (bought in the USA), 204,810, km, in good condition. $2500. Call (250)884-6861. NISSAN MICRA 1990, 164K. Toyota Corolla 1992. Each $1300. obo. (250)704-8170 . RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1998 TRAVELAIRE 5th wheel. Exc. cond. Updates done, all receipts avail. $9,000. Call 250-652-9660.

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250-361-6193 Quality Electric Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779.

BIG BEAR Handyman. Painting, household repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071.

VIRGO INTERIORS- Certified Interior decorator specializing in color schemes that work the first time. Call (250)721-2777. designerg@shaw.ca

A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220.

FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.

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250-477-4601 EXPERIENCED Bookkeeper: small business and corporation. Includes GST, payroll, account reconciliation, tax prep for personal and small business. Louise 250-6617108 or gibneyl@yahoo.ca

CARPENTRY JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER with 32 years exp in renovations, new construction+ all repairs. Spring Time discounts. Frank, 250-812-6199. mtnewtonconst@shaw.ca McGREGOR HOME REPAIR Renos. Decks to doors. Small jobs OK. WCB. (250)655-4518

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AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550. KENDRAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.

EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE EXCAVATING, Grading, ditching, stumps, hauling, demolition, hoe ram. (250)514-8553.

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

250-479-7950 FREE ESTIMATES â&#x20AC;˘ Lawn Maintenance â&#x20AC;˘ Landscaping â&#x20AC;˘ Hedge Trimming â&#x20AC;˘ Tree Pruning â&#x20AC;˘ Yard Cleanups â&#x20AC;˘ Gardening/Weeding â&#x20AC;˘ Aeration, Odd Jobs NO SURPRISES NO MESS www.hollandave.ca AURICLE- Spring cleanups, lawns. Call for all your garden needs. 250-882-3129. I DO garden clean-ups, weeding, hauling etc $25/hr all areas of city Dave 250-656-7045

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Lawns, fences, pruning, flooring, painting, drywall, small renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Mike/Chris 250-656-8961 STUCCO, Hardy Plank siding, painting, carpentry & roofing. Free est. Dan 250-391-9851.

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

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

GARYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413. JUNK BOX- Junk Removal Company. Local guys. Low rates. Call (250)658-3944.

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

GARDENING

JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK.

20% OFF! Mow, Rototill, Aerate, Hedge Trim, Clean-ups, PowerRake. (250)479-6495.

PARRYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774

ELECTRICAL

(250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Yard & garden overgrown? Lawns have weeds & moss? Aerating, pwr raking. Blackberry/Ivy removal, landscaping.

(250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic. #3003. 30yrs exp. Renos, Knob & Tube Replacement. Sr.Disc.No job too big or small

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

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS ABBA EXTERIORS Gutter cleaning & repairs. Seniors discounts. WCB, Insured. Free estimates. (778)433-9275. (250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free est.

PETEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HAUL A DAY- Junk removal. Airforce guy. Call 250-881-1221. SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.

LANDSCAPING

DALEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Painting Save Money! Int/ext. Prompt, courteous, $25/hr Free est. 250-516-2445

250-216-9476 ACCEPTING new contracts; landscape and carpentry. BBB/Insured. Res /Comm. www.ftguland.com

DEPENDABLE PAINTER and drywall repair. Free estimates. References available. Call Joseph - 250-686-0663. I take pride in my work!

ANDREWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GARDENING Landscaping+ Carpentry. Clearing, weeding, pruning, rock work, lawns. 20 yrs exp. Insured. Call 778-967-1246.

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

MASONRY & BRICKWORK CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Natural & Veneered Stone. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Quality is our Guaranteeâ&#x20AC;?. Free Competitive Estimates. (250)294-9942/(250)589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com

MOVING & STORAGE

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High quality, Organized. Interior/Exterior Residential/Commercial Jeff, 250-889-7715 or 250-472-6660 Member BBB TOP NOTCH PAINTINGOver 25 yrs exp. Interior/Exterior, Residential. Reliable, Reasonable and Friendly Service. Call Brad 250-580-5542.

(250)858-6747. WRIGHT Bros Moving. $70/hour. 4 ton / lift. Seniors discount. Call Philip.

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

ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS SHORELINE ROOFING. Reroofing specialist. WCB / BBB member. Quality & satisfaction guaranteed. 250-413-7967. www.shorelineroofing.ca

TILING SHAWN THE Tile Guy- Res/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos. Free est. Call 250-686-6046.

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

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DONE RIGHT MOVING $80/hr. Senior Discount. Free Estâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. No travel time before or after. BBB accredited. Call Tyler at 250-418-1747.

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY AT HOME Natural Resources Canada provides more information on the following resources at nrcan.gc.ca/energy/ efficiency/housing. EnerGuide ratings – An EnerGuide rating shows a standard measure of your home’s energy performance. It shows you (and future buyers) exactly how energy efficient your home is. R-2000 homes – Bestin-class energy-efficient homes, R-2000-certified homes include high levels of insulation, clean air features and measures to help protect the environment, built to the R-2000 Standard developed by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). ENERGY STAR homes – An ENERGY STAR® qualified new home is on average 20 percent more energy efficient than a home built to code, a practical choice for homeowners looking for a new home that is energy efficient and environmentally friendly. Do you have a homebuying or selling story you’d like to share with us? Email ddescoteau@ vicnews.com To advertise in Homefinder, contact Oliver Sommer at: osommer@black press.ca

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DID YOU KNOW? The Woodland Creek community in Sooke is powered by geothermal heating and cooling.

Is your dream home a green home? Trendy and sensible, energy efficiency has never been more valuable

Mark and Rob Bernhardt built Vancouver Island’s first “passive house,” an ultraefficient home that seals in heat and uses sophisticated ventilation to keep the home at a comfortable temperature, while using almost no power. The team has applied to build a sixunit passive condo unit in Victoria. Here Mark holds a prop that shows the triplepaned windows in the home.

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Mark Bernhardt had high expectations of his new home. He expected Vancouver Island’s first “passive house,” a home he built with his father Rob Bernhardt at Bernhardt Contracting to be 60 to 90 per cent more efficient than standard house construction to perform well. He wasn’t expecting the level of comfort he experienced upon moving in last May. And though he knew his energy bill would be low, he wasn’t expecting it to come in at about $200 for an entire year. When the air-tight, 3,800-squarefoot Saanich home with six residents can require such little use of its hot water radiator, it means even body heat is a vital source warmth. That 60 watts per person makes a difference, Bernhardt says. “My two kids probably run a little hotter than everybody else,” he adds with a laugh. As gratifying as all the energy efficiency savings have been, it’s the environment inside the home that has the builder most enthused. “There’s no cold spots, no drafts; the noise from outside has been really reduced. A house like this on a busy street would be really quite amazing to live in. You just wouldn’t hear the traffic. With the fresh air, we know that allergy symptoms are reduced.” This spring the Bernhardts applied to the City of Victoria to build a six-condo passive home unit on Queen Street. The North Park Passive House, designed by Hughes Condon Marler Architects, has the same estimated construction costs

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and architects sharing and making these homes ready for the next 50 to 100 years,” Johannknecht says. Currently, experiences are shared within this community via channels such as the Canadian Passive House Institute, located in Vancouver, and their social media sites. While most of the interest in passive homes in Canada is here in B.C., the idea is spreading throughout North America. “What’s really missing or lacking is some provincial or federal support to help this trend develop quicker and faster, so that the benefits on the climate and the new homes would be faster,” Johannknecht says. “Europe is way ahead of us with the governments, local and provincial and especially federal governments sets their demands very high and the industry has to follow. And it does. Suddenly the high standard becomes the norm. That’s exactly what needs to hap-

as a standardly-built project of the same size. Whether the units are rented or sold, Berhardt says they’ll come with a reasonable price tag. “It will have all the comfort features of a passive house, but with the style of housing that we think is more valuable to the city right now. It doesn’t need to have the bling-y things that you see in some of the penthouses in some of the new condos around.” Ultra energy-efficient homes are a trend for those educated enough to know what’s happening in other countries, where energy is more expensive and less green, says Peter Johannknecht, principal architect with Cascadia Architects. Johannknecht specializes in energy efficient design and worked on the Berhardts’ home in Saanich with Cascadia co-founder Greg Damant. “As a trend, Victoria and B.C. in general have a very strong community of green builders and designers

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pen here.” While we may be lagging in terms of standards, buyers of all kinds have long since concerned themselves with efficiency costs. “What’s the heating bill like?” is a question Victoria Real Estate Board president Tim Ayres has heard for years. Now, buyers are able to view a home’s EnerGuide rating, if the seller has sought one, on the MLS home listing service. “Buyers have already started to consider energy-efficient homes over older homes. If you’ve don’t the energy-efficient upgrades, you’re going to have a much easier time selling and you’re probably going to sell for a bit more than you would if you hadn’t done it. It’s becoming more and more important going forward,” says Ayres. “Any amount that you do spend extra tends to recoup itself in a short amount of time.” nnorth@saanichnews.com

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PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, May 2, 2014

OPEN HOUSES

| MAY 2 TO MAY 7, 2014 more details in Real Estate Victoria

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312- 1680 Poplar Ave, $164,900

Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Sutton Group West Coast James Gardiner (250) 507-4333

974 Fir Tree Glen, $799,900

4009 Cedar Hill, from $489,900

10-4030 Quadra St., $229,900 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jean Omelchenko, 250-474-6003

1795 Forest Rd.

Sunday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Suzanne Mitchell, 250-477-7291

Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-744-3301

2321 Island View Road, $412,000

Friday - Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

8770 Pender Park Drive, Saturday 12-2 $984,900 Century 21 Queenswood Realty Ltd. Sun. 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Gray Rothnie, 250-744-7034 Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

Select your home. Select your mortgage. Oak Bay 250-370-7601 Victoria 250-483-1360 Westshore 250-391-2933 Sidney 250-655-0632 Chatterton Way 250-479-0688 www.vericoselect.com 2391 Moore Pl., $599,900 Saturday 2-4 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Jeff Shaw, 250-474-6003

2090 Rennie Place, $467,000 Saturday 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun Linda Egan, 250-655-0608

2485 Shoreacres, $379,000 Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Judy Campbell, 250-744-3301

8555 Lochside Dr, $760,000

Saturday 1-3 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Colin Walters, 250-479-3333

2524 Fielding Pl, $599,900

Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Debbie Hanselin, 250-891-8891

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Picture Perfect

Carefree living at its finest. Beautiful, freshly decorated, 1 level spacious 2 bed 2 bath townhouse in Broadmead’s desirable Foxborough Hills. It’s 1,572 sq ft with many quality features & lovely views over Rithet’s Bog Park. Amazing separate clubhouse with pool, exercise room, tennis court & guest suite. No outdoor maintenance. $539,000

OL S Tuscan Sun

Spacious and very private 3 level 4119 sq ft. home with bonus side ocean and gulf island views. The home on the west side backs onto, but is totally private from, the Dunsmuir endowment lands. The accommodation includes 6 bedrooms, 2 ensuite plus 2 other full bathrooms. The huge newer designer kitchen has a sunny entertaining size deck. Gracious open entry hall with vaulted ceiling. Immaculately landscaped .38 acre $799,000

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Custom 3006sqft home on a useable 1 acre featuring a spacious family room, elegant winding oak staircase, amazing lofty ceilings in the LR with FP and HW flooring. The gourmet kitchen and dining area; offer a built-in oven, cook-top, and island for culinary joy. Downstairs the 1 BR ‘Sweet’ surely must be the largest ever built! The level entry space offers a very palatable option for today’s families. $675,000 O 29 pen S Br un iga da do y 2 on -4 Plc .

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Oak Bay boutique property with residential and commercial zoning. Currently configured as 2 suites and 2 commercial Brigadoon, there my Heart Forever Lies. areas. This mixed use immaculate building total is 2739 sq One of the loveliest beach fronts on the Gorge waterway! This 4-level ft. The garage is 154 sq ft. High visibility corner of St Patrick home oceanfront home features oak hardwood floors, an open concept Great room, and 2Avenue. bed extraAnaccommodation. St and Central ideal situationAforglassed-in an ownerConservatory covers a relaxing hot tub. Walk across 1/3 Acre of English country occupier with a commercial business providing a rare gardens, down to the water’s edge; launch your canoe fromsupreme your 130 ft of“live waterfront. This private Paradise is a mere 15 mins. to Victoria work” opportunity in the most desirable community. city centre. $750,000

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Good Morning Starshine

Capture the feelings of childhood summers again, and move to this quarter acre sunny home in Deep Cove, across from the quaint Marina. The lovely home is nestled in very private gardens with views of the ocean and Mt.Tuam. Gorgeous new kitchen, windows, hardwood floors, and baths! A home for all... Water you waiting for? $629,000

OL S The Fab Four

A post-Art Deco residence for all tastes. A luxurious feel is achieved via vaulted ceilings, gas fireplaces, radiant in-floor heating, spacious rooms, and natural light. Located on one of Victoria’s most beloved streets, this oasis with its lovely gardens, is enviably close to the Oceanfront promenade. As either a lovely family home with income potential or a successful B&B, this architectural gem is worthy of your utmost interest. $965,000

Birds of a Feather

Sophisticated Buyers, will flock to this Mid-Century 3/4 bedroom home, combining all the very best of the era, with modern upgrades like granite countertops, NEST thermostat, cherry hardwood and LEATHER flooring! Beautiful 1/3 acre sunny backyard; a gardener’s paradise located right in coveted Oak Bay! $720,000

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Custom-built Whistler-inspired, 1 Acre Haven. Highly evolved design is evident by controlled skylights, pre-set temperature Schluter shower system and AH!, a deep Japanese soaker tub. The Master Suite awes with its Vaulted ceiling, and rain-sensor Skylight. The “piece de resistance” handsome fir doors open 180° to a gorgeous covered deck for dining al fresco, w/ Sunset Malahat Views! $660,000

OLD S Sanctuary in the City

Designed by John DiCastri and set atop peaceful Mt. Tolmie offering expansive views of the ocean and mountains. This home brings light into our lives with vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, and gorgeous hardwood flooring. A designer Urbana kitchen, with gracious living, and dining overlooking a sylvan water feature through walls of glass. Meditate, and relax in .42 acre gardens on multi-level decks, or in the quaint cabin retreat. $989,000

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Copy: This .67 Acre Oceanfront enjoys blazing sunsets year This contemporary waterfront residence occupies an round! Attractive slate, and new stairways create pleasing access exceptional location with stunning views of the downtown Money, Money, Money! to your own beach, rare boathouse, & mooring buoy! Much love Victoria skyline. Previously rental, extra space is Maximum Viewsa vacation with Precision Design FANTASTIC opportunity. Located in desirable OakA Bay border area. found Luxuryon home w/ breathtaking ocean & mountain views. Precision built has been given to this 4 bedroom, 3 bath haven. large deck the lower level, plus a studio! Designed with light Live in one, and rent the other! The main level retains the 1912 charm, featuring a cathedral entrance, smartly designed kitchen, formal and covered patiolevel offersis magical warmth, and light. one of the governing principles, flow dining while the upper recently views, updated. 7 ft height bonusEnjoy inlaw as sitting/reception rm & family rm. bothan w.indoor-outdoor gas fp, and a gracious accommodation in therooftop lower ofarea. Main floor(w/ presently used from rm. Sumptuous master bedon w. the generous closet/dressing rm. & sunsets from the patio your boathouse 200 amps, a retractable “wall” patio,walk-in and a vast roof-top deck commercially, current revenue approximately $4643 per month (buyer ensuite. Lower level offers self-contained suite & wine celler. water, rails & winch) to the envy of all!$ 1,299,000 excites! Offering a wealth of opportunity for the savvy investor. $959,000 to verify). Be quick on this one! (Floor Plans Avail) $899,000

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WESTCOAST LIVING THAT WILL STIR YOUR SOUL

Seaside Townhomes. Oceanfront Amenities. Unbeatable Location. At Heron View, you’re only a few steps from the ocean. A intimate seaside collection of beautifully built, spacious townhomes in a breathtaking 10-acre setting overlooking the natural beauty of Sooke Harbour. Inside, generous layouts starting at 1,535 square feet, designed to enhance the feeling of openness and connection to the water. Outside, a vibrant community that is truly West Coast, featuring first-class, resort-style amenities including pool, oceanfront owner’s lounge, sauna, gym and tennis court. And it’s all just minutes from pristine forest, beaches, golf, sailing and hiking — not to mention major shopping and Victoria less than an hour away. When you’re surrounded by such exceptional craftsmanship and beauty, it may take a little extra effort to get up and go outside. But the payoff will surely stir your soul.

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