Sooke News Mirror, May 07, 2014 by Black Press Media Group

ART AT THE MUSEUM

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Wednesday, May 7, 2014

C O M M U N I T Y

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This past week in Sooke

Heather Nuttall gets ready to make hanging baskets just before Mother’s Day. Below, students from the EMCS Culinary Arts program at the Rotary Fair.

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NDP leader John Horgan, front, spoke at the opening of the Rotary Spring Fair and Auction on May 3. From left to right, JdF regional Director Mike Hicks, T’Sou-ke representative Shirley Alphonse and Sooke Mayor Wendal Milne. Below, golfers are finding the weather suitable for a round of golf at DeMamiel Creek Golf Course.

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Scam: Be wary of what’s in your email inbox Britt Santowski Sooke News Mirror

This is the kind of junk you can expect to see in your email over the next few weeks, following the recent alert regarding the Heartbleed virus. We received this email to our news account. Close examination of the email shows the “From” address to be icq_ team@icq.com. Computer geeks might have heard of ICQ. For the rest of us, according to Wikipedia, “ICQ LLC is an instant messaging computer program that was first developed and popularized by the Israeli company Mirabilis, which was acquired by America Online, and

This is a screen shot of a phishing email, supposedly from CIBC, received at the Sooke News Mirror last month. since April 2010 owned by Mail.ru Group.” Regardless of who they are, they are clearly not linked to a Canadian bank. Their imbedded link (Click aqui, https:// www.cibc.com) actu-

ally points to http:// w w w. i s c p - n y c . o rg / assets/snippets/eform/ canadian/cibc.html. ISCP is also a membership site. According to their “About” page, “The International Studio

& Curatorial Program (ISCP) is a leading nonprofit, residency-based contemporary art institution for emerging to mid-career artists and curators from around the world.” According to the CIBC’s fraud information (https://www.cibc. com/ca/legal/fraudexamples.html), CIBC does not send the following emails: • Unsolicited messages asking customers to provide, confirm or update personal records; • From a third party

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RUBBER DUCK RACE Saturday, May 10th Sooke River Campground Gates open at 11am

Caring kids

Jenna and Benjamin, both 12, raising money from washing cars in Sunriver donated $16 to the Sooke Food Bank. They were raising spending money and they didn’t feel they should keep it all for themselves.

address or link to a third party site; • Containing no information about why a customer is receiving email; • Requiring an urgent response. To check the validity of any email you may receive, do NOT follow any links. Go directly to your bank’s URL and log in from their site. Heartbleed has presented scammers the perfect fear-based opportunity to start phishing for your personal information. Don’t fall for it.

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A Heartfelt Thank You We with to express a heartfelt thank you to the people of Sooke and to the individuals throughout Canada and the USA for their compassion and generosity in contributing towards a trust fund set up to provide assistance to Cindy, Togan and Mattia Hack as they move forward after the tragic loss of their husband and father, KYLE HACK.

The special account at COAST CAPITAL and P.O. BOX NUMBER are now closed, but should anyone wish to make further contributions, please do not hesitate to contact any of the Trust Committee: PIA CARROLL, SCOTT GERTSMA, KELLY KEYS, BRENDA PARKINSON, ELIDA PEERS, JEANNETTE WILFORD, PETER WILFORD, DOUG WITTICH.

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No winners in local shoplifting competition

Up Sooke CIB Week

Britt Santowski

Mayor Wendal Milne has proclaimed May 4-10 as Communities in Bloom Week in the district of Sooke, in recognition of the benefits and values that Communities in Bloom provides. reSidentS and BuSineSSeS can get into the spirit by cleaning up their yards, boulevards and common spaces.

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DID YOU WIN THe 50/50?

tHe Winner oF tHe rotary Spring Fair & auction has as yet not claimed their prize. the winning 50/50 ticket number is 448012. ContaCt tHe rotary at: mail@sookerotary. com.

COUNTrY MarkeTs OpeN

tHe SeaSon BeginS for the Sooke Country Market this Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tHe SHirley FarMerS’ Market open this Sunday, May 11 at Pioneer Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

CONgraTs

to JoHn Horgan for being acclaimed leader of the BC ndP Party.

Thumbs Up! to everyone WHo came out to the parade on Sunday, May 4 in commemoration of ve day.

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Just ducky

Sooke Harbourside Lions were out selling tickets for the upcoming Lions Duck Race this past weekend. The race will occur on Sunday, May 10 at the Sooke Flats, gates open at 11 a.m. duck race begins at 1 p.m. Pictured here from left to right: Eleanor Bawden, Ev Bowes, Joanne Phillips, Alison Hogan and Jane Howland.

Bash that broom on the spit Two-day annual broom bash May 15, 17 The Juan de Fuca Community Trails Society, supported by the District of Sooke, is organizing its fourth broom pull on Whiffen Spit. These pulls have happened periodically over the past 10 years, and Rosemary Jorna from the society is hoping to see it become an annual event. This year, there will be two pulls. Environmental students from Edward Milne Community School (EMCS) will be tackling the first pull on the morning of May 15, from 9 a.m. to noon. The main pull, where volunteers are encouraged to participate, happens on Saturday, May 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Anyone with issues

against broom on the Spit are invited to participate. Bring your own manual pruning tools, like secateurs and handsaws, but leave your power tools at home. You should also bring your own work gloves and kneeling pads (if you’re tackling the small stuff), and wear long sleeves (if you’re tackling the bigger stuff). The event happens rain or shine, so bring rain gear or a sun hat, whichever is most suited for the occasion. A photographer from some local newspaper will also be appearing some time during the pull, so you may want to include that bit of knowledge in your fashion consideration. Water and cookies will be provided. Show up for an hour, or come for the entire affair. Registration is not required, you can

just show up. The pull begins at the far end of the Spit, nearest to the lighthouse. If you want more information, you can contact Rosemary Jorna by phone (250642-2767) or email (jdf. cts@gmail.com).

The Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce issued an alert on their Facebook page about a local shoplifting ring in our town. “It has been brought to our attention that there has been a ‘shoplifting ring’ formed in Sooke by students from a local school,” reads their alert. “Apparently, a group of students are having a contest with their peers to see who can shoplift the most merchandise in Sooke then brag about it on Facebook.” One local business that was recently hit was People’s Drug Mart. Owner Ron Kumar told the Sooke News Mirror that he lost at least $400 in the past week. Kumar has several cameras installed in his store. Using social media to his advantage, he was able to identify several of the shoplifters. He anticipates identifying others. “I caught a few,” said Kumar, “ I intend to recover every cent of it.” Kumar stressed that this is a great community. Sooke is “generally a supportive community,” he said. “We have such a great community that we love to support.” And, he noted, it’s not all youth. “It’s just a handful of

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kids doing it.” The kids, who are generally aged between 12 and 14, were very good at their distraction techniques, he noted. But they weren’t as good as his cameras. The dumb thing is that these kids are doing more harm to themselves. In a few years, points out Kumar, they will be looking for jobs in the community. It’s a small town, and using social networking tools like Facebook and comparing them with the images returned from his instore cameras, identification of these youth has been relatively easy. This small stupid little stint will cost them future employment opportunities. Kumar’s final words of advice? “It’s not worth it. It’s absolutely not worth it.” Sooke is a great community, Kumar stressed, and the businesses in it offer a lot of support, sponsoring sports and providing scholarships. Perhaps the kids should engage in a garbage-collecting competition, something more productive and giving the community, he said. “Be vigilant,” sums up the Chamber’s alert, “and call the RCMP if targeted.” The RCMP’s non-emergency number is 250-642-5241. To report a crime anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477),

The museum is holding a number of lunch time speakers series. Author, Lynne StonierNewman will be reading from her book Policing a Pioneer Province: The British Columbia Provincial Police 1858 – 1950

At noon on Thursday, May 8. Lynne Stonier-Newman was born in Quesnel, where her father was the BCPP highway patrolman. She is a technical writer, poet and history buff.

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April Stats: Sooke to Sidney sales saw 664 residential homes in April compared to 615 in April 2013. That is an 8% increase in number of sales. Sooke saw 30 this April compared to 29 in April 2013, with an 1% increase. Sooke had 30 sales 10 between $0-$299,999 13 between $300,000-$399,999 4 between $400,000-$499,999 3 between $500,000-$599,999 Median selling price: $340,250 Median Days On Market: 72 We are experiencing an increase in showings and offers being written, although the negotiating process is still very difficult.

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It’s call Dusnotexist. As much as I would like to say there is a miracle drug for weight loss, there really isn’t. That’s not to say they do not work as the bottle claims but without a proper diet and exercise regimen, there is no such drug. And when we say diet, it does not mean eat less, or worse...don’t eat at all...diet means eating the right foods. It has to do with daily calorie intake vs. total calories burned...and this does not come in a bottle. There are many misleading products: Slimming patch...fluff! Any product that “melts” away fat...fluff. Electrical muscle stimulators... again...fluff. These ONLY work with a diet and exercise program. This is just my opinion, but what do I know...they didn’t work for me. Before attempting any weight loss regimens, talk to your doctor or our pharmacy staff, especially if you have any medical conditions. Drink lots of water, eat healthy foods and exercise.

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Items on the regular April 28, 2014 District of Sooke council meeting agenda. RCMP Monthly Mayor Report: District of Sooke council welcomed the detachment’s new Staff Sergeant Jeff McArthur who replaces S/S Steve Wright. Councillor Rick Kasper asked McArthur about a video involving a Sooke constable which had gone viral. The incident shows a female officer allegedly pepper spraying a man who is being arrested for trespassing. Kasper stated, “I was disturbed by the alleged action by the constable… I think it besmirches the good work of the RCMP… hopefully something can be done.” McArthur said he had been dealing with the issue all day and he was giving it a thorough, thorough investigation.

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CounCil Briefs

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staff sargeant McArthur.

Jeff

“When someone is arrested it is not always as tidy as you see on TV,” he said. He said the constable was there as a result of a complaint and was in a critical and hostile environment. “She has my support,” said McArthur. Reports requiring action: • A recommendation from the Emergency Planning Committee to put tsunami signs back in low lying places in Sooke was discussed by council.

Councillor Bev Berger said there was a huge outcry when the district put tsunami signs up in 2007 and they promptly took them down. Berger said Sooke has the second lowest rating for tsunamis on Vancouver Island. “I think, I’m not a huge supporter of putting them up again,” said Berger. Mayor Wendal Milne said they would ask the Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce and SRTA to ask their members what they think. Fire Chief Steve Sorensen said there are only three areas being considered for signage; Arranan on West Coast Road, Whiffin Spit and Ella Beach. • Council voted to issue a development permit for a new Royal Bank building at 6639 Sooke Road. The building will be a 3,500 sq. foot one story building. The building’s entrance will face the future

Hear what you’ve been missing. May is Hearing Awareness Month.

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Seniors & Volunteers are invited to a

Waterview Street with parking in the back of the building. • The name for the new connector road between Church and Otter Point Road will be called “Wadams Way” in honor of the long time resident and war veteran. • Amendments will be made to the Purchasing Policy and Use of Lists at the District of Sooke. The district will retain a list of suppliers with emphasis on local qualified suppliers. • The Green Spaces Maintenance Service Contract was awarded to two local companies

for a combined cost of $65,117. The two local companies are Drew Portere and Steve’s Portable Sawmill & Tree Services. • A proposal for Royal Canadian Marine Search & Rescue to install a fish-cleaning station at the public boat launch was tabled by council. The organizations is willing to pay for and install the station on their dock at no cost to the district. The organization also stated in email correspondence that they had no withdrawn from the RFP to run the boat launch.

50th ANNIVERSARY LUNCHEON for SOOKE BRANCH #88 of The Old Age Pensioners Organization “Honouring & Celebrating 50 Years of Sooke Volunteer Accomplishments.” MAY 28, 2014 downstairs at Sooke Legion 12 – 2.30pm Lunch – Chicken Cordon with Salads, Cake Speakers EntErtainmEnt - “STAYIN’ ALIVE”- by Victoria Target Theater Group Only 80 tickets $20.00 ea Tickets @Drop-In Center Bingo - Tues. & Thurs. downstairs Comm. Hall on Eustace Rd.

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TESTIMONIAL #220

JOHN VERNON B.A., C.H.A.

“We were most fortunate to have your professional service over the period of time we were selling our ‘retirement dream’ property. Your patience and consideration of our feelings about the sale were very much appreciated. I want to thank you once again for representing us so diligently, faithfully and professionally in the sale of our property.” K. & H. Nathan

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Teaching evolves through technology, curriculum changes Don Descoteau Black Press

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 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 Inter-

net 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 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

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.

Capital Regional District Notice of

East Sooke Citizens’ Committee Official Community Plan Review Committee Meeting Transportation, Safe & Healthy Community, Social Infrastructure, Steep Slope & Farmland Protection Development Permit Areas East Sooke Fire Hall 1397 Coppermine Road, East Sooke, BC May 12, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Public Welcome to Attend For further information or to add your email to our contact list or to submit comments on the draft OCP, please email jdfinfo@crd.bc.ca or call 250.642.8100. We will send reminder notices of upcoming Citizens’ Committee meetings and events.

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This home comes fully furnished, plus boat, tractor, etc. The use of local wood & custom wood work is fabulous. Basement entry floor plan easily accommodates the family or separate suite. Located on a flat 1.14 acreage only 2 minutes from Jordan River village. Enjoy beaches, trails, and nature. A short drive to some of the best fishing on Van. Island! $469,900 MLS® 336452

Sunriver Estates, “Creekside” plan with distinctive 2-storey great room approx. 2000sqft, 3BR, 3BA. Large Kitchen w/granite island, large den/office, loft, deluxe ensuite with heated floors, main bath, and laundry. Fully-fenced private lot at the quiet end of $415,000 Sunriver Way. Visit TimAyres.ca/132 for complete details including floor plan, HD video tour, pictures

Perched on 0.52 private acres in East Sooke, this home features an extremely open layout with vaulted ceilings, gourmet Kitchen with views, wrap-around deck, 3-sided fireplace, 3 good size bedrooms, and massive Family/Rec room combo w/woodstove. Double Garage w/workshop area and loads of parking. Clean and well maintained… a real gem. $469,900 MLS® 336288

Fans of “The Zero Mile Diet” will appreciate this one… 2.41 acres with orchard, chicken coop, greenhouse and well-established, CERTIFIED ORGANIC garden. Energy efficient, solar-assist hot water, thermal windows, upgraded insulation. Large suite for a mortgage helper, and close to Camosun College. Call Allan for details on this unique opportunity. $985,000 MLS® 336439

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 Quiet country road  Easy build on 0.69acre  Near parks & ocean  Water, power, cable, phone at property  Driveway in, septic approved location  $134,900 MLS® 331528  Motivated seller  1.57acres  Roughed-in driveway  Services at property line  Easy commute to Victoria or Sooke  Overlooks protected land  $98,000 MLS® 334288

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Minnesota Vikings jersey worn by home invasion suspect

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Police beat 12 Weeks Until The August 1st Exhibit Opening

The Sooke RCMP, with assistance from the Island District RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS), continues to investigate a targeted home invasion that occurred on January 15, 2014 on Ayum Road in Sooke. It is believed that three men forced their way into the home, where they confronted two men who were home at the time. Multiple items were taken by the intruders, including portable electronics, wallets and a set of car keys. Several of the items were recovered by the Police Service Dog Team that attended the scene. During this ongoing investigation, additional details relating to the description of one suspect came to light. Officers believe he was wearing a distinc-

tive item of clothing, a purple coloured NFL Jersey, believed to be the Minnesota Vikings Brand (image of likeness attached – no player number known). Investigators are also examining a possible link between this home invasion and a residential break in at a home in the 2900 Block of Sarah Drive in Sooke. This B&E occurred between 6:15 to 8:45 p.m. on February 1, 2014 while the home was unoccupied. Electronics and cash were stolen during this break and enter. Inves-

tigators suspect that some of the individuals involved in the January home invasion, may be responsible for the break and enter. Both investigations remain active, limiting the amount of additional details that can be released. Anyone with information on who is responsible for these crimes is urged to call the Sooke RCMP at 250-6425241, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Calendar Thurs May 8

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Mon May 12

aDUlt WalKiNG GRoUP

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RoYal caNaDiaN leGioN

PaReNt & tot DRoP-iN

SEAPARC. 10-11 a.m. Registration required. Info 250-642-8000. RoYal caNaDiaN leGioN Cribbage 7 p.m. SooKe SeNioR’S bUS Lunch and Bingo at the Community Hall.

Free lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holy Trinity Church. RoYal caNaDiaN leGioN Steak Night, 6 p.m. Karaoke with Pete & Megan 8-11 p.m. toDDleR tiMe 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. Sooke Library. Hands-on activity, for ages 18-36 months. Register: 250-642-3022. SooKe SeNioR’S bUS Lunch and shopping trips to Victoria. Call Celia 250642-5828 for information.

Meat draw 3 p.m. Duck Race It’s all it’s quacked up to be. Sooke Flats, starting at 11 a.m.

Sunday breakfast brunch, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., $5, children welcome. Drop-in Pool @ 1 p.m. SooKe libRaRY Mother’s Day crafts, 1-4.

Sooke Child, Youth, and Family Centre, 9:30-11:00. (250) 642-5152 for info. calliNG all QUilteRS Knox Pres. Church. All welcome. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call 250-642-0789 for info. RoYal caNaDiaN leGioN Euchre 6:30 p.m. SooKe SeNioR’S bUS Ayre Manor Residents trips. Happy Mother’s Day!

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All Community events which purchase a display ad will appear in our current community event calendar at no charge. FREE EVENTS will be listed at no charge, space permitting.

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Child, Youth & Family Centre: 2145 Townsend Rd EMCS (Edward Milne Community School): 6218 Sooke Rd Evergreen Centre: 6660 Sooke Rd, Sooke, BC Family Medical Clinic: 1300-6660 Sooke Rd Holy Trinity Church: 1952 Murray Rd Knox Presbyterian Church: 2110 Church Rd Legion #54: 6726 Eustace Rd Library: 2065 Anna Marie Rd SEAPARC: 2168 Phillips Rd St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church: 2191 Townsend Rd Village Foods: Right smack downtown, you can’t miss it Sooke Senior’s Bus: $15 annual membership. 250-642-4662

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What’s Normal? Sooke Child, Youth and Family Centre 10-11:30 a.m. PRe-ScHool StoRYtiMe 10:30 a.m. Sooke Library. 3-5 years old. Registration required. 250-642-3022. aDUlt WalKiNG GRoUP SEAPARC. 10-11 a.m. Registration required. Info 250-642-8000. YoUtH cliNic Ages 13 - 25, 4-7 p.m. Family Medical Clinic. KNittiNG ciRcle Sooke Library, 6:30–8:00 pm. Free, all levels. Dropin. 250-642-3022. RoYal caNaDiaN leGioN Pool League 7 p.m. SooKe SeNioR’S bUS Lunch and Bingo at the Community Hall. WoMaN’S caNceR SUPPoRt Sooke Harbour House, Potlatch Room 7-9 p.m. Phone Mary 250-646-2554 or Phoebe 250-642-4342.

People’s Drug Mart hosts a walking club, 9:15 a.m. PaReNt DiScUSSioN GRoUP Sooke Child, Youth, and Family Centre, 9:30-11:00 a.m. (250) 642-5152 for info. FRee aRtS aND cRaFtS Sooke Library. 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. All ages, no registration required. RoYal caNaDiaN leGioN Dominos 10 a.m. Ladies Darts 12 noon. NASCAR 7 p.m. toaStMaSteRS Upstairs at Village Foods, 7 p.m. For info 642-7520. PUblic aDViSoRY PaNel Community Health and Social Issues. 7 p.m. at the Prestige. Info 250642-1634. aWaReNeSS FilM NiGHt Sacred Economics. EMCS season finale. 7 p.m.

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Sir James Douglas aboard ship James Douglas is a name recognized by everyone interested in British Columbia’s history. Coming north from the Columbia River area in 1842, scouting for a new location for a fur trading fort, Douglas took note of Sooke Harbour, and observed: “a spacious inlet … where shipping may lie at all seasons of the year in perfect safety …” Because of the company’s need for extensive farmland, though, he determined “... the character of the country is totally unfit for our purpose, the shores being high, steep and rocky, and everywhere covered with woods.” The new fort, of course, was established at Camosack in 1843, becoming Fort Victoria where Douglas ruled as Chief Factor for the Hudson’s Bay Company. In 1851 he also became the Governor of the new Colony of Vancouver Island. James Douglas and his wife Amelia raised a large family in Victoria, establishing a home in James Bay. Among the daughters in the Douglas family was Cecilia, the eldest, who married the colony’s physician, Dr. J. S. Helmcken. In time, one of Dr.

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Mothers provide a strong foundation May 11 is Mother’s Day. It’s a day to honour our mothers and the special place they have in our lives and in our hearts. Some will have passed, others are requiring care and many are still here guiding and nurturing us as we carry on with our lives. They are our cornerstone, our barometer and our foundation. In many ways they shaped us and made us who we are. Mother’s Day to some is a Hallmark moment, one that means you have to buy something - flowers, dinner out or send a card. The mothers among us will say with no uncertainty that what they really want for Mother’s Day is time. Time to spend with their family and loved ones, a little extra time to appreciate life and time to do something they can’t do when every day life gets in the way. Time steadily marches on and the years fly by and before you know it, a lifetime has passed and the torch is handed over to the next generation. Baby boomers, or zoomers as some call them, are now having to care for their mothers rather than the other way around. It is no easy task and it is difficult to realize that one person who always propped you up is now needing propping. Perhaps their memories fail as their body does and realizing that you are now the parent is kind of a sad realization. What is particularly hard is that it was our mothers who we turned to when we needed to, now they are turning to us. Going from being tended to tending is hard, but it does make one realize they are fully immersed in the cycle of life. Appreciate them while you can. So, hats off to all mothers and grandmothers and the important and loving role they have played in our lives. Happy Mother’s Day. p.s. Call your mom.

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The B.C. government has rolled out its ambitious overhaul of the public education system, from kindergarten to graduate school, much to the horror of its left-wing establishment. The formal title is B.C.’s Skills For Jobs Blueprint: Re-engineering Education and Training. It’s designed to dovetail with the Harper regime’s Canada Job Grant that requires employers to co-sponsor training spaces so they will hire the students at the end. Elementary and middle school curriculum is being revised to increase emphasis on hands-on experience. High school and postsecondary skilled trades programs are getting more money, but it’s going to be shifted from under-performing programs that don’t lead to jobs. Premier Christy Clark took another swipe at the bias of B.C.’s system before heading to Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong on another liquefied natural gas sales trip. She noted that 20 per cent of B.C. students, and nearly half of aboriginal students, don’t finish high school. “Not only are there kids who don’t graduate, there are kids who graduate, go out and get one or two credentials before they finally find their way into a skills training program,” said Clark, who had her own wander through university campuses before going into politics.

A couple of weeks ago, Simon Fraser University president Andrew Petter downplayed the “relatively small” skilled trades shortage for B.C. industry. “We should not be engaged in a zero-sum kind of battle for dollars,” Petter protested. That’s exactly what he and other university executives are looking at, and it will be based on the latest graduate employment data and labour demand forecasts. One of the key architects of this sweeping plan is Jessica McDonald, who shook up the public service while serving as Gordon Campbell’s deputy minister. Her report on trades training confirms what Campbell’s critics in the labour movement have long said: the government’s 10-year experiment with the Industry Training Authority is a rudderless mess. “Certain partners, particularly organized labour, feel marginalized,” McDonald wrote. “Others, particularly employers and employers’ associations, do not feel heard within the system. Over the recent past, several new directions have been introduced such as de-regulation of trades and modular training that have caused strain because they were not fully inclusive during development, were seen to benefit single interests, and they impacted the whole system.” The ITA board is being replaced, with union representation restored, and advisory councils from industrial employers will update their hir-

ing needs. The B.C. Federation of Labour and the construction unions have all but abandoned the NDP after Adrian Dix’s disastrous pitch for urban antiindustry votes last year. B.C. Fed president Jim Sinclair was an early advocate for rescuing skilled trades from the second-class status they received in a culture fixated on university for two generations. That culture has created glaring problems. There are too many institutions offering the same courses. As with health care, block funding is handed out without any serious effort to measure the results. For many students, university has become an extension of adolescence, finding one’s self through philosophy or film studies. Employers get their share of blame from McDonald. Not only did they chop up trades training to make it cheaper to obtain, their preferred source of skilled workers has been to poach from other employers who paid to train them. Skills-based employment data will be made public for students to make career choices. Finally, students coming out of high school will have a way to assess what they can expect after $50,000 or more is spent on higher education. It’s about time. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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We asked: What special things does your mother do for you? For all you do, happy Mother’s Day, Mom!

She cares for us. And, she makes us pancakes.

Everything. She works at my school, and she says hi to me there.

She gives us a roof over our heads and she feeds us.

She helps us with our problems.

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F&A committee chair explains budget I would like to provide information regarding comments in the report “Five-year financial plan approved by council.” Council had opportunities to discuss and vote on the preliminary 2014 budget two times in 2013 and again in early 2014. The first draft budget proposed a 2 per cent tax increase. This vote passed with myself and Councillor Pearson being the only councillors voting against the tax increase on October 15. On November 25, council voted unanimously to approve a revised preliminary budget. The third time the budget came before council was in February 2014. The only real difference between what was presented to (and approved by council) a few months ago is that now there is virtually no tax increase. There is money available for infrastructure, road and sidewalk improvements, increases for fire department and policing, a new honorarium for volunteer firefighters, a new fund for a seniors/youth centre, park enhancements, and more. The three main concerns raised by councillors at the April 28 meeting are good

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points that need to be addressed. One was about funds for building maintenance. To confirm, the budget includes funds for building maintenance. We started working on badly-needed maintenance last year as this had been neglected in the past. Another point was that revenues from development and rezonings are at record low levels. This is a wake-up call for our current and future councils - we need to watch the revenue stream and make adjustments accordingly and not shift the burden to taxpayers. The final issue was that costs for the sewer service under the current EPCOR contract, approved by the previous council in 2011, are not sustainable. Things need to change. We can look at other options to find the best deal for taxpayers. For example, Port Hardy cancelled its contract with EPCOR half-way through a 20-year deal and brought these services in house and took on the former EPCOR employees. I am very grateful for and proud of the work done by the Finance and Administration Committee members and staff who exceeded council’s expectations and delivered a 2014 budget that council adopted with spending on priorities with an almost 0 per cent

increase on the municipal portion of taxes. Rick Kasper Chair, Finance and Administration Committee

F&A committee defended I would like to comment on the statement made by Councillor Tait in the Sooke News Mirror (April 30) that in the current budget “there was no monies set aside for maintenance and upkeep for even the municipal hall.” The budget document actually shows an item in bold print called “Building Maintenance” with a total amount provided for 2014 of $55,525. There are also other line items in the budget providing for maintenance and upkeep of vehicles and other equipment and for future asset replacement. I would also like to point out to Councillor Tait that the Finance and Administration Committee is comprised of volunteers who are there to assist and advise council so that they can become fiscally responsible. The previous council put the district in a financial hole that the current council has had to dig itself out from. This has been accom-

plished by establishing fiscal restraint policies and more accurate reporting procedures as suggested by the F & A Committee. The District finances are now in the best shape they have been in for many years and for Councillor Tait to suggest that the Finance and Administration Committee should be dismantled only goes to highlight the reason why the committee was established in the first place. Jim Mitchell Sooke

Barrier needs removing I suppose we should rejoice at council’s decision on April 14 (Sooke News Mirror, April 23) to “be in contact with the Ministry of Transport about removing the “contemptible” (Mrs. Lewers letter in the same paper) barrier at Townsend Road. But hold your applause. Because way back in July, 2013, the Mirror reported that council “would discuss the problem with the Ministry of Transport.” Surely, some council members must have driven past the ridiculous barrier during the past year to remind them of this commitment. How many times must poor Mary

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Brooke bring the matter be up before council for something to be done about this longstanding traffic aberration? Dick Momsen Sooke

The perils of gardening Spring has sprung and the papers are once again filled with ads for weed killers and bug killers and moss killers, so it must be time for my yearly letter to the Mirror on the perils of gardening with chemicals. Pesticides have been around for 70 years, yet plant pests and diseases and weeds have become alarmingly more prevalent and harder to get rid of. Not only are these chemicals ineffective for more than a few weeks, but the pests and weeds they are designed to kill have in fact become resistant to them, much like the bacterial “super bugs” have become resistant to antibiotics (do we see a pattern here?).

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Plant pests are becoming true Super Bugs. This means you have to spray more often using more toxic chemicals every year, all the while knowing that the bugs, weeds and diseases will inevitably develop a resistance to whatever toxic chemicals we throw at them. Meanwhile, pesticides and herbicides/ fungicides are killing us! These chemicals are responsible for disrupting our hormone balance, adding extra estrogen-like chemicals to the bodies of men, women and children. Most of them are highly mutagenic (causing permanent mutations in genes and chromosomes) which can lead to birth defects and cancer and many are also neuro (brain) toxins. Roundup is not, as we have been lead to believe, a fairly benign chemical that soon dissipates from the environment. In fact when the glyphosate is combined with the previously considered “inert” ingredients that are part of the Roundup formula it has been found to destroy cells, particu-

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larly affecting developing cells in pregnancy. It also has been shown to impede the body’s ability to detoxify, promote chronic inflammation and has been associated with Parkinson’s, infertility and cancer. 2,4-D, a weed killer/ herbicide found in Killex, Weed-B-Gone, Later’s Weed Stop, Weed and Feed and many others was a major component in Agent Orange, which was used to defoliate Vietnam 40 years ago by the U.S. military. A 1992 article titled 2,4-D written by Gwen Bane lists 66 references to studies on 2,4-D and its metabolites (the chemicals it breaks down into) and their harmful impact on animals, farm workers and the environment. With titles such as “Studies of reproductive function in persons occupationally exposed to 2,4-D”, these studies show that this chemical is linked to increases in cancer, birth defects, reproductive difficulties, aggressive behaviour and nervous system damage.

When you put this or any other “weed killer” on your lawn, everyone standing or sitting on it, including pets, neighbors gathered for a barbeque and little children running around playing ball are exposing themselves to a serious toxin. These can easily get tracked into the house by both people and pets. Remember, all it takes are minute amounts (especially in children and people whose bodies are already stressed) to disrupt the delicate balance of your body. Bane writes “there is extensive research documenting the association between 2,4-D and cancer in humans”. In this day and age when the incidence of cancer has gone from one in eight in 1950 to one in two, why take the risk of exposing yourself to known cancer causing chemicals? There are many nontoxic, natural alternatives to pesticides, herbicides and fungicides readily available and myriads of organizations, websites, books

and local farmers in the community that can teach us about them. Our health and the health of our pets, the birds and the bees is greatly compromised by toxic chemicals. Not using household pesticides is a personal decision that can make a big difference in the increasingly heavy toxin burden faced by us all these days. Jo Phillips Otter Point

Doc walk confusion It was with some confusion that I read your article this week on the upcoming annual Walk With Your Doc event (Get a move on: Take steps to better health, Wednesday, April 30, 2014) at which I planned to talk about the benefits of daily walking. You can imagine my surprise when I read that I would instead be replaced by Dr. Rabin (sic) and a talk on gayly (sic) walking. Dr. Anton Rabien Sooke

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NOTICE OF INTENT RE: LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING ACT PATRON PARTICIPATION ENTERTAINMENT FOR A FOOD PRIMARY LICENCE A new Food Primary application has been received by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch, Victoria, BC from Eric Shelkey & Wendy Palynchuk, operating the Kemp Lake Music Cafe, located at 7875 West Coast Rd in Sooke to allow for a restaurant licence that includes patron participation entertainment ending at 12:00 midnight daily. Residents and owners of businesses located within a 1/2 mile (0.8 km) radius of the proposed site may comment on this proposal by 1) Writing to: THE GENERAL MANAGER C/O Case Manager LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING BRANCH PO BOX 9292 Victoria, BC V8W 9J8

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The Pastor's Pen Are You Wrestling with God Genesis 32: 24 So Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him till daybreak . . .29 then he blessed Jacob there. I’ve noticed that there are a lot of folks inside and outside of the church who are under the impression they can’t question God or ask Him “why?” Little do they know that most people who appear to have the strongest faith have, in fact, “wrestled” with God on more than one occasion. In Genesis 32, we find Jacob ready to cross the river to return home I’m pretty sure that most deals aren’t really God’s idea. However, there is obviously one deal that God truly wants us to make with Him. That is we must follow him. And it’s good for folks to know that sometimes, and maybe more than sometimes, learning to trust God whole-heartedly is a struggle. Moses struggled and David struggled. Jacob’s story of struggle is such a beautiful example of how each of us comes to know God. Oh, we might each discover the truth of God’s word by different means, but the bottom line is, that to truly follow our Creator, we’ve all struggled a bit. Each of us has to come to that place next to the river. Everyone who is really seriously in love with Christ has wrestled just a bit with giving up our own ideas and strength to follow God’s bigger and better plan. Most of us, like Jacob, come away a little broken, but tremendously blessed.

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China Lily

Sesame or French Tropical 49 Toast Bagels 2/ 00 Blend

2/ 50

Jello

Nonni's

1 kg - 2 Varieties .......

Soya 69 Sauce

685g

Dempster's

San Remo

Cinnamon ¢ Raisin Bread

Cocoa

Chicken Noodle Sea ¢ Soup 39 Salt

Nishiki

Blue Star

Lipton

Nabob Tradition 8 oz

113 g All Varieties .....

2/ 00 Honeynut Cheerios

Dempster's

Fry's

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General Mills

144's

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220g All Varieties

Tea Bags

Red Rose Orange Pekoe

3/ 00

Emma's

Balsamic 2/ 00 Vinegar 500 mL ......................

Tomato Sauce

170g

Coating Instant 2/ 00 Potatoes 99 Mix

Potato Chips

Shake N' Bake All Varieties

French's Squeeze

907g ...........................

SEA Grey

ea + dep

Dutch Crunch Thick Cut

2.54 L

Jam

/lb

375g................................

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8.80 kg ...............................

Blue Ribbon Bologna 500g ...............................

Hand Pressed Beef Patties

Leaf Lettuce

Maxwell House

Potato Chips

Tuna

California Red or Green

ea + dep

Miss Vickies XL

Admirals Flaked Light

Clamato Juice

213 g

Mott's

Sockeye Salmon

Ground Beef

5 x 200 mL

Gold Seal

Extra Lean

All Varieties

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Sunrype Pure or Blended

Tomatoes Lean

5-A-Day for Optimum Health

All Varieties 500 g

Washington

Onions 3 lbs ...............................

Mexican

Peruvian

Zucchini

On the Vine Satsuma Tomatoes Mandarins

/lb 2.84/Kg

Mexican

/lb 2.18/Kg

B.C.

/lb 1.30/Kg

Imported

California

Yellow Broccolini Lo Bok/ Daikon Potato

Ataulfo Mango

2/ 00

7 59 6 oz

¢ 2/ 00 2/ 00 ea

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/lb 1.30/Kg

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2/ 50

Jello

Nonni's

1 kg - 2 Varieties .......

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685g

Dempster's

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3/ 00

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170g

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907g ...........................

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2.54 L

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8.80 kg ...............................

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Hand Pressed Beef Patties

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Maxwell House

Potato Chips

Tuna

California Red or Green

ea + dep

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213 g

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5 x 200 mL

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Mexican

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Mexican

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B.C.

/lb 1.30/Kg

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2/ 00

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Seniors’ group seeking memories Sooke branch became a charter member of the B.C. Old Age Pensioners Organization in March of 1964 & by 1969 had formed a society and purchased the land on Ayre Rd. for seniors housing. On May 28 Branch #88 will celebrate 50

years of advocating for seniors and working for the good of the community. The theme will be “Honoring & Celebrating 50 years of Sooke Volunteers.” The branch is asking to borrow photos of the 1960-70s for scanning. The plan is to cre-

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ate a pictorial history of volunteers and Sooke. The pictures will be returned. A luncheon will be held at noon, May 28 downstairs at the Sooke Legion. A lively performance of Stayin’ Alive by Victoria’s Target Theatre group will follow.

Tickets are available Tuesday and Thursday at the Sooke Community Hall, Drop In Bingo. Seniors and volunteers are invited to get tickets early, as they are limited. For tickets or loan of photos please call Shirley Lowe at 250642-3847.

Natural home means healthy home Last summer a new home was being built using some of the most environmentally friendly building materials and processes available now. The builder, KC Natural Homes, based in Sooke, built a basic timber frame structure using the talents of people who had taken the series of building workshops. They combined forces with the EcoNest Building Company. Their finished home, located at 7708 West Coast Road is complete and an open house is planned for the weekend of May 10 and 11. The healthy home is built with all natural materials, featuring

The builders of an EcoNest home. breathable walls made with straw and clay and finished with natural clay plaster. This home is heated with a brick and stone contraflow masonry heater fireplace, sup-

Submitted photo

plemented with radiant floor heat and daylighted by several large skylights. The basic timber frame structure, light clay walls, and roof framing were con-

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structed by students in an intensive three-week building workshop taught by renowned natural building expert Robert Laporte. It is being finished by KC Natural Homes, with the help of local craftsmen and artisans, some of whom will be present during the open house to answer questions about their craft. Visitors are welcome from 1 to 5 p.m. Keary Conwright is a natural home designer and builder living in Otter Point.

2205 Otter Point Road, Sooke Phone: 250-642-1634 Fax: 250-642-0541 email: info@sooke.ca website: www.sooke.ca

Upcoming Public Meetings Board of Variance Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at 6:30 pm Regular Council Meeting Monday, May 12, 2014 at 7:00 pm Community Grant Review Committee Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 7:00 pm

What’s New! The District of Sooke website at www.sooke.ca has information about your community – including: • 2014-2018 Five Year Financial Plan public consultation • Proposed Sunriver Playing Fields • Updated information on current projects – including land development, road works, and more

Mayor’s Public Advisory Panels The public is invited to attend the Mayor’s Public Advisory Panel meetings at the Prestige Resort Meeting Room: - Economic Development - 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm - Arts and Beautification - 4th Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm

This schedule is subject to change. Please call 250-642-1634 to confirm meetings. Council meeting agendas may be viewed at www.sooke.ca

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Greetings from Fish World…. I sincerely hope summer is around the corner somewhere ! The following is an update of activities at the Jack Brooks Hatchery. After very challenging water conditions last fall we have managed to pull off another successful brood incubation of ……….. 250,000 Chinook eggs and 200,000 Coho eggs Mortality rates have been very low once again this year and we are currently beginning the release of Chinook and Coho fry into the Sooke River & DeMamiel Creek. Some notable activities of late include : We received 20 students from Edward Milne Community School Environmental Studies class for a discussion on the complete cycle of salmon rearing at the hatchery. Various local schools are in the midst of releasing Coho fry in DeMamiel creek from eggs supplied by our hatchery as part of the Salmon In The Classroom program. Coming up in May……. Sooke Rotary Spring Fair & Auction , Sooke Salmon Enhancement will have a booth at the arena on Saturday May 3rd. We will receive approximately 74,000 Chinook smolts from DFO Nitnat Hatchery for rearing in our sea pen in Sooke Harbor. These fish will be fed for the first 3 weeks of May during which time they will double in size before being released into the harbor. May 24th & 25th will be our annual Coho Clipping Extravaganza ! Over those two days we will clip approximately 40,000 Coho for release into the DeMamiel Creek system. May 30th , we will have a booth at Camp Bernard in support of Scouts Canada Beaveree. Once again we would like to thank all of our volunteers for their dedication to the cause & the MANY hours of donated time at the hatchery and in support of our other initiatives. Many thanks to the Sooke business community for their continued generous financial support of our Society. Our motto is '' Shop Local '' we encourage all to do so. Cheers for now. Robert Gamache, President , Sooke Salmon Enhancement Society

Sooke Salmon Enhancement Society Eleventh Annual CHINOOK SALMON DERBY AUGUST 2 & 3, 2014 Tickets Go On Sale, June 12th, 2014 Look for us at the New Weigh-In Station Site Sooke Road at Philips Road Saturday June 12th to kick off Ticket Sales for 2014

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Not your average laundromat Britt Santowski Sooke News Mirror

Saturday was the grand opening at Sooke Laundry. According to this reporter, its slogan is “The finest laundromat in Canada” is stunningly accurate. If you visit them, you might think so too. Gone is the yellowbeige ding that all is allto familiar at laundromats; in its stead, you will find quiet stainless steel machines of varying sizes, a coffee corner, and original art gracing the walls. According to Laundry Manager Julie Schutt, you can dropoff your laundry and have them do it for you, or do it yourself. They also provide dry-cleaning. Too boot, while you wait you can enjoy a lovely cuppa coffee at their Cafe Mat, brewed with beans from Victoria’s own roastery, Caffe Fantastico. Upstairs is where you will find the seamstress, who can provide alterations and tailoring. They even have a schedule of events that include things like family time, singles night, open mic, knitting circle, Hockey Night in Canada, and NFL Sundays. So even if you have

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Sooke’s newest laundromat may well be the finest laundromat in all of Canada. Top, a bird’s eye view of the facility and below, a peak into the seamstress Maya Gabrovska’s upstairs work space.

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A look back at what made the news in past years in Sooke and area. April 22, 2009 Just for the Halibut Derby Winners… Harvey Woods, and that Natural High Gang claimed the top spot and $8,000 in cash for catching a 122.1 pound halibut off Constance Bank in the Just for the Halibut Derby this last weekend. The gang included Harvey Woods, Jeff Dau, and Sid Spooner. The boys set out on Saturday morning from Jock’s Dock for the 25 km run to the popular fishing area off Victoria. They caught their prize at 8:00 a.m. with brother-in-law Sid Spooner on the rod, with salmon belly and herring as the treat. April 21, 2004 Sooke breaks ground for sewers Thursday. Thursday is the day Mayor Janet Evans, some fellow District of Sooke council members, and municipal staff have been waiting

for, for years. At 11:30 a.m., at the corner of Sooke and Phillips Roads, an official groundbreaking ceremony for the district’s specified area sewer system will be held. Municipal, provincial and federal representatives, as well as interested on-lookers, are expected to gather near the eastern extent of the system. Work will begin near the western extent of the system at Nordin Road. April 21, 1999 Jour ney students raise cash for Kosovaars The Journey middle school student council has been busy raising money to help refugees in Kosovo. The students have raised $1,000 by holding several dances and chip sales. They hope to see the cash used for food, tents, medical supplies and clothing. The money will be presented to the Red Cross, and the school challenges other schools and businesses

in the community to match or exceed their donation. April 20, 1994 Repairs to begin on Spit Whiffen Spit may be closed to the public at times next week while a work crew embarks on a major improvement job. Heavy machinery is slated to start work Monday, on a weeklong project to rebuild the Spit’s deteriorating breakwater, repair storm damage to the walking trail, and extend the path to the lighthouse. Crew will also install a public toilet near the Spit’s midpoint. Local resident Eric Butler will supervise the repair job and provide the fill. The project will cost $20,000 for equipment and labour. April 19, 1989 Street lights? Saturday vote will decide the issue The proposed street lighting program for Sooke, if approved at the annual meeting of

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Notice of Permissive Tax Exemption pursuant to Section 227 and Section 94 of the Community Charter Take notice that pursuant to Section 227 of the Community Charter, the Council of the District of Sooke will consider adoption of Bylaw No. 593, Property Tax Exemption for Church Halls and Church Land Bylaw, 2007 on: Date: Time: Place:

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The purpose of Bylaw No. 593 is to exempt from taxation under section 197(1)(a) of the Community Charter a parcel of land known as Lot 1, Section 10, Sooke District, Plan VIP86034 (PID 027-757-439) also known as Knox Presbyterian Church – 2110 Church Road, together with any improvements on such parcel, for the period 2012 to 2017. Each exemption is granted on the condition that the parcel is used, held, owned or occupied by the Knox Vision Society. The estimated amount of annual taxes that would be imposed on the parcel, if the exemption is granted, is $12,909.43.

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the fire trustees April 22, would cost the average Sooke taxpayer about 80 cents a month. The proposed street lighting plan calls for lights to be installed along Sooke Road from the Sooke River bridge west to Maple Avenue; one Phillips Road to Grand Road, and southwest on Eustace Road past the Community Hall, and back to West Coast Road. The lights would be located at all other important intersections as far as Goodridge Road in the east, and Grant Road in the West, and at Fred Milne Park, as well as at other strategic spots. If the district administers the program all that is required to get street lights is a 50 per cent majority at an annual meeting of the district.

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From abject losers to proud tournament winners Sooke Boyzz street hockey team wins Vancouver Island title, earn spot in the Nationals Britt Santowski Sooke News Mirror

On the last weekend of April, a group of guys quietly saw Sooke achieve national status in the Hockey Night in Canada’s Play On! tournament. In the Youth Street “Grinders” division (19 and under), much to their own amazement, the Sooke Boyzz came in first. The win was completely unexpected. This is because their track record was less than stellar. When asked, “How did you do last year?” there was a ream of laughter around the table. “We didn’t win a game last year,” said Kevyn Jacobsen, the team’s captain. Jonny Toombs and Colin Dinney are the assistant captains. Last year when they played, they lost every game and came in last. Setting a realistic bar this year, the Boyzz hoped to win one game. And they duly celebrated when they won that. And then they won a second. After a few wins, they realized they actually had a shot at it this year, and they got serious. Serious enough to win. In the finals, they faced off against the Street Hawks, the

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In the photo (left to right) is Coach Mike Toombs, Jonny Toombs, Stephen Heslop, Kevyn Jacobsen, Adam Donaldson and goalie Sean Ryan. Inset is Dustin Sudlow. Absent is Colin Dinney. Look for them on Saturday as they hit the streets on a bottle drive to raise funds for the Nationals in Kingston. undefeated defending champions. And to boot, they enjoyed their final victory twice. The first time was when the referee told them they won. They were ecstatic. Then, the ref came back to tell them he erred, that the game was in fact tied, and that it would

be determined by a shoot-out. The Sooke Boyzz, much to their own amazement, won that too. It wasn’t an easy victory. The competition was serious. “There’s some WHL (Western Hockey League) players there,” said Jonny Toombs. So the Sooke Boyzz

stepped it up a notch. Or ten. “We definitely improved from last year,” said Jacobsen. “We matured a bit,” he laughed. This victory means that the Sooke Boyzz will be representing Vancouver Island at the Nationals, which will be held in Kingston

on August 22 - 24. They’re trying to find some sponsors to help them. “It’s the only way we’re going to be able to go is to raise some money,” said Stephen Heslop. Heslop is a new additional to the team, and he plays goalie with the Peninsula Panthers (Vancouver Island Junior

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Hockey League). “Bottle drives, car washes, looking for different sponsors,” listed Dustin Sudlow, who played with the Sooke Midgets C1 team. There will be flights for seven players and possibly their coach (Mike Toombs) to cover, registration fees, ground transportation, accommodation and probably a few miscellaneous things as well. Heslop proposed an interesting fundraising idea. “Do you think the Sooke Boyzz could do like a naked calendar?” he tentatively put out there as a fundraising initiative. They might not be kidding. In the meanwhile, there’s practicing to be done, which they currently do at Journey middle school when school is out. They are also considering upgrading their team uniform, which initially consisted of white T-shirts with “Sooke Boyzz” printed on them. By hand. With a permanent black marker. Jacobsen’s handwriting, apparently, is not that good. Anyone with fundraising ideas and suggestion can contact team Captain Kevyn Jacobsen by email, kevynJacobsen@gmail. com, or look for them at Journey.

EMCS stays strong in Rugby Even though their game against Stelly’s was a bit of a disappointment, the Edward Milne community school (EMCS) Senior Boys rugby team have enjoyed an excellent season so far. According to their coach, Matt Mortenson, they are positioned to be “second overall regardless of what else happens in the season.” “EMCS are having an amazing year ... until yesterday when they got thumped by Stellys secondary school,” wrote Fred Whittaker in an email. “It was a lovely afternoon at Stellys on a firm and green pitch. EMCS scored first but stepped off the gas in the first half allowing three tries (15 points) to Stellys. EMCS had little flair and the usual aggression was missing and allowed another 10 points to Stellys. Two more try conversions (four points) and Stellys won going away.” Nontheless, EMCS has had a very strong season so far, placing them second overall. Monday May 12 sees EMCS go up against the AA top team, Glenlyon Norfolk School (GNS), in the semifinals. Should they win, the final is played on Thursday May 15 at St. Michael’s University School (SMU), for the Colonel Hodgkins Cup.

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The Sooke Loggers men’s fastball team played a double-header against the Vancouver Meralomas at Langford’s Centennial Park in Westshore on Saturday, April 26. The SVI Minor Fastpitch website (svisoftball.ca) had a strong endorsement for the Sooke Loggers, writing, “The Sooke loggers have three Team Canada members on their team including Scott Leiph — one of Team Canadas powerhouse pitchers. Vancouver

Meralomas bring along one of Team Canada’s longest playing members — Derek Mayson.” Kristopher Walushka posted a game summary on their Facebook fan page on April 29. They lost the first game: Lomas 4 to Loggers 2. “Josh McKay of the Lomas had a solid game for the visitors with a single and a double in his first two ABs and some magic with the glove at SS,” recorded Walushka on Facebook. The Loggers turned it around in the second game: Lomas 0 to Loggers 1. “Tyson Barkman

was impressive in his Logger debut with a nohitter,” wrote Walushka. “Big thanks to Craig D and the Loma boys for making the trip over as well as Langford Minor Softball for use of their facilities. Thank you to all the fans for the support and the old ball coach for making the tough trek in.” This year’s team includes Nick and Andrew Medwedrich, Ben Edgington, Scott Lieph, Jesse Grieve, Adam Schnarr and Kyle Cowish from Sooke; Chad Bryden, Kris Walushka and Tim Scaber from Lang-

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Scott Lieph at an exhibition game in Sooke last year.

ford; Tyson Barkman from Abbotsford; Blake Hunter from Cedar; and, Todd Belton from Nanaimo. Next up for the Loggers will be May 16-19 in Kelowna.

UK cyclist plans to travel Vancouver Island to raise funds for the BC Cancer Foundation On June 22, United Kingdom cyclist Ollie Blackmore will be leaving Sidney, B.C. for a 15-day solo cycle around Vancouver Island, in an attempt to raise $25,000 for the BC Cancer Foundation. He will be riding through Sooke on his final stretch to Victoria, and we can expect to see him flashing through our town on the tail end first weekend in July. He used to visit his grandparents in Victoria. “That’s where I got the taste for the island and fell in love with it,” wrote Blackmore in an email. Blackmore will take the long way to Sooke on his way to Victoria. First, he will head up the coast to Nanaimo, then up to Port Hardy. From here, he’ll venture into the most Northerly part of the island through to Quatsino and to Coal Harbour. The following days will see him ride through gruelling terrain to get to Tahsis, and then onwards to Comox Lake. He’ll skirt around the edge of Port Alberni heading down to Bamfield. From there, through our lovely quarters of Port Renfrew and Sooke, finishing at the inner harbour in Victoria. That’s 2,300 km through bear and cougar country. Alone. “I will be totally unsupported,” wrote Blackmore. “I created this challenge myself. I’ll be riding it alone and camping each night. I will pass through communities etc and will no doubt need to

restock for some parts but I’ll be 80 per cent selfsufficient with tools, clothes and food camping wild much of the time.” He will be armed with a cell phone and GPS tracker with an SOS button, though he hopes he won’t have to use that. Regarding a concern for encountering wildlife, Blackmore countered fears with education. “I have to say I have had quite a few nightmares about encountering bears and cougars and in some ways I would love to if it was a safe one! However, I have done a lot of research into what to do, campsite management and so on so I’m pretty well prepared. It adds that extra element to the challenge knowing I could be cycling close to bears or being

watched by a cougar. My bike has two eyes cut into the back to warn them off, along with some First Nations inspired illustrations of bears and cougars as a mark of respect.” For this event he has collected quite an array of equipment to help him both when riding and camping in the wild. This includes things like one of the

world’s smallest and lightest tents, the Nemo Gogo Elite, and even a bear bell to (hopefully) scare away the odd bear. However, perhaps the most important piece of equipment is the bike itself. With a bespoke design and built from British manufacturer Donhou bikes, his “gravel raver bike” as it’s known is a bike like no other that sports a custom paint job inspired by Canadian culture and history. Blackmore will be doing this while carrying over 35 kg of extra weight up hills that reach gradients of nearly 40 per cent. In fact, on many occasions throughout the challenge he will be facing climbs of over

The Cardiac ‘Hawks were at it again, having another game come down to the final possession. Unfortunately, the force wasn’t with the Sooke Pre-Atom Seahawks as they lost 12-6 to the undefeated Saanich Wolverines on May 4 in Saanich. It marked the third time in four games Sooke had the ball late with a chance to win, valuable experience the 15 first-year players—three-quarters of the team—can draw on heading towards the playoffs. The Seahawks defence played stout, keeping the Wolverines offence in check most of the day and accounting for the play of the game. With just seconds left in the first half, James Mullen burst through would-be blockers for a sack and forced-fumble that Connor Keys ran back for a touchdown to tie the game at six. Westley Cornwall-Johnsen, Brody Reinsch, and Christian Kaisinger kept the left side on lock down all contest, giving up no significant runs. And two late-joining players, Xzander Adams and Austin Warren, helped the Seahawks control the trenches. Offensively, Cornwall-Johnsen and 16,000 ft., something that the Tour De France only beats on one of its stages. Currently, Blackmore is fundraising. “I’m still some way off getting to the $25,000 target in Canada. I have a number of pledges so it’s around $4,000

Hunter Swift ran the ball effectively between the tackles. The stalwart offensive line was led by centre Taggish Page, and the brave play of Gabe Nelson and Logan Bainbridge who both shook off injuries. The Seahawks moved the ball effectively, getting multiple drives deep into Saanich territory. But selfinflicted wounds, including a fumble after a long run on Sooke’s secondto-last possession, kept Sooke from finishing. Following the fumble, the defence couldn’t keep the Wolverines from getting around the corner for a long touchdown run to put Saanich up with under two minutes to play. The Seahawks didn’t quit though. A couple of long Swift runs later, the Seahawks were inside the Saanich 20 yard line with about 70 seconds remaining. That would be as close as they’d get, dropping their record to 1-3 on the season. The Seahawks look to start a winning streak Sunday, May 11 when they host the Cowichan Bulldogs at Westhills Park in Langford. Submitted by Nathan Lowther

at the moment,” he wrote. “My motivation is knowing the money will go to local BC Cancer Foundation causes on the Island and help those who really need it with care, support, medical assistance, research and so on.” For more info about

the challenge, visit cyclechallengecanada. com/, or on his Facebook fan page at facebook.com/cyclechallengecanada. To contact Ollie, please email ollie.blackmore@gmail.com or call +44 (0) 7957 191 757.

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rtists are a strange bunch. They usually work in seclusion, put themselves out to be judged, rarely make a living at their art, are sometimes understood and sometimes misunderstand. But on the other hand they are passionate, creative and add value to all of our lives by what they do. The Sooke Community Arts Council knows what makes artists tick, and they go about creating opportunities for those with an artistic bent to show their work. Since 1987, the SCAC has celebrated the arts by giving grants in aid to many art-related groups in the Sooke

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Above, Bobbie Momsen hangs one of the Sooke Community Arts Council member’s work at the upper gallery at the Sooke Region Museum. Their annual spring show and sale runs to May 23. Left, a grouping of ceramics by Sharon Bussard-Grove. region. The Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra, the Sooke Harbour

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Hilltop house concerts debut in Sooke

A local couple are entertaining the possibility of doing regular house concerts. Linda Allison and musician Harry Somers are hosting their first trial run on May 9, and are calling it their Hilltop House Concerts. House parties are musical performances presented as private parties in someone’s abode. Some charge admission, others don’t. Some are wet, some are dry. This first house party in Sooke is by invitation only, and it will cost $10. According to Allison, they are aiming to have somewhere between 30 and 40 people out. Their house came

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advantage. “When someone comes in, I’m going to have tea or coffee, or orange juice or water available,” she said. Appetizers will probably be available during the intermission. The first performers are from outof-town. Sunshine Coast’s Brett Wildeman is a self-described “child of British Columbia’s wild west coast, Brett Wildeman’s songs are heavily influenced by the rural coastal environment where he has spent the majority of his life. His sprawling lyrics and moody guitar tones, coupled with a unique vocal delivery are staples of his ‘raw folk’ sound.” Jessica Benini, who hails from Vic-

They encompass the fine arts, theatre, music and photography. The arts council hosts the Family Arts Fair, Beach Art Festival and Contest and Art in the Park along with smaller group shows. Presently they have a show and sale of their members’ work at the Sooke Region Museum in the upper gallery from May 3 to 23. The 12th Annual Spring Art Show and Sale features pairings, pastels, photography, wearables in fibre, wood work, ceramic art and mosaics. Show open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission is free. For more information on the Sooke Community Arts Council go to: www.sookecommunity arts.com.

toria, captivates her “audience with her energetic personality, soulful melodies, rhythmic guitar and spontaneous harmonica solos.” Except for re-cooping the costs of food and beverages, the musicians will get the funds from the door. “We are currently looking for musicians to play,” said Allison. To put your talents forward — or to get an invitation to the first house concert — send an email to scaryharrysomers@gmail.com, phone 250642-0949 or look them up on on Facebook. The Hilltop House Concerts offer “Live Entertainment in a cozy, intimate and interactive setting,” and are located at 2432 Otter Point Road.

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ing and refreshments Time flies when Ken Gray. Other con- Peter heard I was from Andrew summed it up loads of very enjoyable a Thursday night!” birthday As always we wel- inlcuding you’re singing! Ekoos ductors since then have Sooke, he asked me to thus, “Just years of times. Friends made for Vocal Ensemble will included David Clen- consider joining Ekoos. pleasure and camara- years, rally around the come new singers, cake. Tickets are $12 and celebrate its 20th anni- man, Michael Peter, I said, ‘Are you kidding? derie in this little town. common cause. Who especially tenors and versary this year by Christopher Symons, Those people are MUSI- Flashes of brilliance... actually doesn’t want to basses. The concert are available at theand sometimes not so sing? 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Davy the Punk comes to Shirley for one night only Pirjo Raits

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He has the ear of a poet, a painter’s eye and the wit of a true common sense philosopher, so said Utah Phillips of Bob Bossin. He was a fixture on the Canadian folk music scene and the founder of Stringband, the quintessential truly Canadian band that sang their way across the country painting a portrait of her people and the places inbetween. Bossin is a man with a burning political fire, mix that with music and humour and you have songs which linger in the memory banks of those who listened to songs such as Dief Will Be the Chief Again, The Maple Leaf Dog, Ya Wanna Marry Me?. It might have been on CBC radio or at a folk festival, hall or coffee house. Bossin has been

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Bob Bossin bring Davy the Punk to the life in a oneman musical performance on May 10. working on the story of Davy the Punk for the past six years. Davy the Punk was his father and he was also a gambler, story teller, a booking agent and a real character. “He was an interesting guy,” said Bossin. “Most people thought he was virtually mute, he didn’t speak much, he was very circumspect.” His big words of advice to Bossin were, “Bobby, what you don’t say can’t be held

against you.” Bossin has lot of things to say and has fashioned a one-man show telling his father’s story. Research uncovered his father’s travails in court after Royal Commissions decided his father’s work, if stopped, could stop organized crime. They really went after him, said Bossin, who emphasized that his father was a dealer not a user and offered his

particular service to bookies. Davy was a pivotal figure in Canada’s gambling business of the 1930s and 40s and his battle with the law created precedents that affect us to this day. In his later year Davy the Punk turned his talents to booking talent at nightclubs around Toronto. Davy the Punk died when Bossin was 17, now in his 60s Bossin is following his father’s trail, unearthing musty old images and stories from newspaper morgues and archives. “In the course of following Davy’s trail, I discovered the dark side of Toronto the Good and a missing chapter in Canadian Jewish history. And all along the way I uncovered

outrageous scams and schemes perpetrated by characters straight out of Damon Runyon or The Threepenny Opera,” said Bossin in promo material. Bossin has lived on Gabriola Island for the past 24 years. The book is out and the one-man musical is beginning its run. Songs and Stories of Davy the Punk will be performed at the Shirley Community Hall on Saturday, May 10. Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 7:30. Tickets are limited and are available at Shirley Delicious, The Stick and Shoppers in Sooke. People can checkout the trailer and the reviews on the website www.davythepunk.com

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Spend a night with Charles Eisenstein Awareness Film Night season finale

As we see and hear about the many ecological, economic, emotional and human rights break downs on Planet E it is easy to feel a sense of overwhelming hopelessness, futility and even cynicism. As an embrace of courage and possibility to send us into the summer months, Awareness Film Night’s Season Finale on May 14 will present A (video) Evening With Charles Eisenstein. Eisenstein is the author of The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know is Possible and Sacred Economics Money, Gift and Society in the Age of Transition. He “gets the enormity of the crises facing us, yet responds neither with despair nor with ‘fantasy’ suggestions.” Born in 1967, father of four, degree from Yale in Mathematics and Philosophy, public speaker, author of The More Beautiful World our Hearts Know is Possible (2013), The Ascent of Humanity (2007), Sacred Economics (2011), and The Yoga of Eating (2003). Some quotes from Charles Eisenstein: “We sense that ‘normal’ isn’t coming back, that we are being born into a new normal: a new kind of society, a new relationship to the earth, a new experience of being human.” “Another way of being is possible and it is right in front of us, closer than close....yet it slips away so easily that we hardly believe it could be the foundation of life; so we relegate it to an afterlife and call it Heaven or we relegate it to the future and call it Utopia. Either way we set it apart from this world and this life and thereby deny its practicality and its reality in the here-and-now. Yet the knowledge that life is more than Just This cannot be suppressed. Not forever.” “Those moments of love, freedom, serenity, play - what power has made us believe these are but respites from real life?......Underlying the vast swath of ruin our civilization has carved is not human nature, but the opposite: human nature denied.”

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