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Where have all the good books gone? New ‘floating collection’ at Greater Victoria Public Library means top picks siphoned from downtown, but for great reason Daniel Palmer News staff

Thinning book shelves at the Greater Victoria Public Library’s central branch are worrying some avid readers, but officials say the displaced collections are simply the result of a new book return system. Victoria resident Barbara Pedrick said many of her favourite fiction novels – from Jane Austin to Anthony Trollope – began disappearing about a year ago from the library at 735 Broughton St. “Even the librarians have noticed there are a lot of empty shelves, they’ve told me that,” said Pedrick, who sent a letter to Victoria council suggesting councillors look into the issue. “The books are just disappearing.” Pedrick also expressed concern that books are being thrown away without Barbara Pedrick proper oversight or consideration, a claim that librarians say is completely unfounded. “Anything that involves books can be emotional, but personally and professionally, I wouldn’t allow books to be thrown out

“A lot of people don’t live downtown but they work downtown, so they’re returning their book to Oak Bay or Nellie McClung.” Rina Hadziev, Greater Victoria Public Library and removing books at all is not something we do lightly,” said Rina Hadziev, collections co-ordinator at the Greater Victoria Public Library. The central branch’s fluctuating shelves, she said, are the result of a floating collection system implemented last year at all the library’s branches. The program allows library users to return books to any Capital Region branch, and the receiving branch then adds that book to its collection. “Before, if a book were returned elsewhere, we’d send it back to the original library. But that was proving onerous and we were shuttling them all around the region in a truck,” she said. One of the curious outcomes of the floating collection is that heavily used libraries like central branch are seeing far less fiction returns, Hadziev added. More than likely, downtown workers are checking out books during the week at cen-

tral branch, then returning those books to suburban branches on the weekends. “A lot of people who work downtown, are returning their book to Oak Bay or Nellie McClung,” Hadziev said. The criteria for permanently removing and adding library books is exhaustive: considerations include cultural relevance, condition, accuracy and when it was last checked out. “It would be highly inappropriate to apply a blanket criteria to removing our books,”

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The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority, Dockside Green and Point Hope shipyard are joining forces for the GVHA’s annual spring open house Saturday (May 31). At 11 a.m., Ship Point will showcase 14 events – from the Swiftsure boat race to the Dragon Boat Festival – that grace the the Inner Harbour each year. Paddle a First Nations oceangoing canoe or listen to buskers while the kids play in the kids’ zone. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., check out a behind-thescenes look at Point Hope Maritime (345 Harbour Rd.), B.C.’s first shipyard established in 1873. Bring appropriate footwear (no heels, open-toed shoes) for this one. Dockside Green (543 Harbour Rd.) also hosts a neighbourhood design workshop on Saturday and Sunday until 4 p.m. to discuss future developments. See docksidegreen.com for more information.

Friendship Centre opens library It’s been two years in the marking, but the Victoria Native Friendship Centre now has a lending library, the first of its kind in Canada. The library consists of almost 1,500 items with aboriginal content and over 900 general interest titles. The Greater Victoria Public Library donated furniture and shelving from the old Emily Carr Branch Library, while the University of Victoria is creating an on-line catalogue for the holdings, a major task provided at no cost to the centre. The library opened May 28 at 231 Regina Ave. dpalmer@vicnews.com

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Clean-up crew From left, Victoria councillors Shellie Gudgeon, Marianne Alto, Victoria-Beacon Hill MLA Carole James and sisters Suzanne and Jayne Bradbury head out for a morning of scrubbing and sweeping during the Fort Street Community Scrub Up in downtown Victoria this week. Also taking part were the Downtown Victoria Business Association Clean Team, Together Against Poverty Society, The Ocean 98.5, Mayor Dean Fortin, VicPD Chief Frank Elsner and other downtown business owners along Fort Street.

CRD blinks first in McLoughlin Point stand-off Future of Seaterra project in jeopardy after B.C. refuses to intervene on sewage site Daniel Palmer News staff

Plans for a sewage plant at McLoughlin Point are no more after B.C. Environment Minister Mary Polak said she won’t meddle in the ongoing Capital Regional District’s sewage treatment saga. CRD Board Chair Alastair Bryson said it was regrettable the province has chosen not to force rezoning and development at the Esquimalt waterfront site, which was meant to house a regional wastewater facility. “The Capital Regional District is now unable to implement the provincially approved Core Area Liquid Waste Management Plan and our funding agreements with

the federal and provincial governments are contingent on the implementation of this plan,” he said. Bryson said the CRD will no longer pursue building a wastewater treatment facility at the site. Polak said the province’s $248 million funding for the project is still available, but stressed the CRD must chart its own path without provincial intervention. “How locally elected municipal officials in this region achieve consensus on sewage treatment logistics is not something for the provincial government to dictate,” Polak said. With the province’s refusal to intervene, the CRD’s $788-million Seaterra program is in jeopardy. Work on McLoughlin Point was

meant to begin before the end of July and a successful bidder had already been chosen to build the wastewater facility. Esquimalt Mayor Barb Desjardins hailed Polak’s abstention as a victory for the autonomy of local governments across B.C. “The atmosphere in the community, and the region, is a huge sigh of relief,” Desjardins said. “People also are feeling like they participated in a public process and it made a difference. That’s a huge validation.” Oak Bay-Gordon Head MLA Andrew Weaver said the CRD would be prudent to get a new plan implemented as soon as possible. “The CRD have taken so long to

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It took a little luck, in the form of a canoe, to help team Bulls and Bears win the 2014 Power to Play annual adventure race around and across Beaver and Elk lakes last Sunday. “There were four canoes and 32 teams, so do the math,” said Dave Burden, one of four members on the Bulls and Bears, a team of employees entered on behalf of RBC Dominion Securities. “There’s a lot of strategy involved in the race and we managed to grab one of the canoes and paddle across. Last year we weren’t so lucky and ended up (having to run) around the lake.” Overall the Bulls and Bears finished in just under two hours and 10 minutes and won two of the three award categories, including the team’s second straight Act of Kindness trophy for the most money raised: $11,150. The event raised $132,000 in total for Power to Be’s local initiative, which provides accessible and inclusive nature-based programs to more than 800 local youth and families. “The race challenges its competitors physically and mentally,” said Power to Be communications coordinator Kevin Chapman. “They all crawl through the mud and climb walls, but they also have to use their heads.” Team Lady Beard (think beards and dresses) won the Best Dressed team spirit award. The Victoria Power to Play adventure race is one of three annual events that help fund the Power to Be Adventure Therapy Society. Next month is the Vancouver edition of Power to Play and later this summer the Victoria Golf Club will hold a sold-out, prestigious tournament with host Cassie Campbell-Pascall and philanthropists Peter and Ali Gustavson. sports@vicnews.com (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX

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Tell John Vickers to go fly a kite, and he will do just that. In fact, Vickers is hoping you will join him, or at least come along for the ride as he organizes the Victoria International Kite Festival, a free, two-day outdoor event gliding into Clover Point starting May 31. “I thought Victoria was lacking in free to attend, family-oriented festivals,” Vickers said. “(I wanted) to do something for the community … It will go a long way to create a lot more fun and edge in the city.” The organizer for the Victoria International Buskers Festival and the Victoria Chalk Festival as well as the Kite Fest, Vickers is excited to take over Clover Point alongside hundreds of kiting enthusiasts. Visitors will have an opportunity to take to

the skies alongside experienced kiting competitors, many of whom are coming from as far as New Jersey, Florida, Arizona, Oregon and Washington. “Kite festivals have been gaining in popularity across the U.S. and Canada,” Vickers said. “If you’re three or 93 there is a lot of enjoyment for everyone … Many of us who flew a kite as a kid can relate to getting out there, letting one up in the sky and all the fun that comes with that activity.”

“People love to fly kites – and fly together.” – Terry Wiggill In addition to sharing the skies with hundreds of other kites of all shapes sizes, some of which cost upwards of $1,000, there will be a kids’ zone featuring kite making, a food village and a world-renowned kite collection

from Dale Ray, an extravagant collection valued at more than $250,000. Terry Wiggill, a sales representative by day, and serious kiting enthusiast by night, travels across North America to approximately 10 festivals a year. The leader of kiting foursome Island Quad, performs alongside three others carrying out synchronized kiting where their kites loop-de-loop and dive to the earth within an inch of the ground before flying back into the sky in tandem. Wiggill is excited to finally be doing so at a festival in his home town. “I love it. Flying kites you are looking up rather than down, you get to fly in some beautiful places. This is an easy thing to like,” he said. “People love to fly kites – and fly together.” Go to victoriakitefestival.com for more information. alim@vicnews.com

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Community markets kick off in Victoria Travis Paterson News staff

Avid home brewer Tim Travis can’t sell his beers, but he sure can sell his sweet, tasty beer jellies. When Travis became aware of the jelly-producing pectin back in 2013 he was immediately ready to boil his brews down and give it a go. That’s no small feat, as he is flirting with master territory as a brewer, producing high quality craft style flavours from scratch at home. “I can always brew more beer. So I boiled down a few litres,” said the veteran cook, who’s spent many years with a few of the bigger downtown hotels. What he came up with is Jellied Ales, a jam like product sold by the jar. It comes in typical craft beer flavours such as Cascadia India Pale Ale, a Belgian style wit bier, and a stout, among others. “They’re great as a spread on toast or bagels, with meat and cheese platters, for flavouring meat before grilling, and also go great in a grilled cheese sandwich.” Travis will be selling his Jellied Ales as one of many artisan vendors at the Oaklands Sunset

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Tim Travis will sell his Jellied Ales, made from beer, each Wednesday at the Oaklands Sunset Markets. Markets (2827 Belmont Ave.), a summer event running Wednesday nights from June 4 to Sept. 17. Oaklands features a Hoyne beer tent, along with live music, food trucks, a focus on kids and the familiar scene of local farmers and with organic produce and meats and artisan products. Victoria community markets are now in full swing, includ-

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“We do feel some responsibility to not be putting out information that’s completely wrong, particularly when it comes to children’s books,” she said. To remedy the thinning collection at central branch, Hadziev and her team are now shipping some popular books back to the library. While the process still requires some fine-tuning, Hadziev said frequent library users like Pedrick should notice an improvement in fiction selection compared to a few months ago. “Maintaining a collection is like maintaining a garden; it’s a living thing,” Hadziev said. “It’s part

art, part science. … We have the second-highest circulation rate in Canada, which means we have holes for a reason, but we take our stewardship role very seriously.” dpalmer@vicnews.com

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Public opinion wins on sewage Directors and staff at the Capital Regional District are left with their heads spinning this week after B.C. Environment Minister Mary Polak officially refused to force the construction of a wastewater treatment plant at McLoughlin Point in Esquimalt. Polak’s choice was relatively straightforward: side with the autonomy of a local government or face a backlash of exasperated Capital Region residents. The CRD wasted no time after Polak’s announcement to wave the white flag, conceding it would abandon all hope of developing the site and suggesting the near two-thirds funding from the province and federal government is now at risk. Indeed, the future of the Seaterra program itself is now in question, and its fate could be decided at a June 11 CRD board meeting. But the tipping point has been a long time coming. Greater Victoria residents are upset for good reason: the necessity of community buy-in for this project continues to be little more than an afterthought. Of course, directors and staff wasted no time establishing an appointed commission and program director to implement the $788-million program, citing a need to move quickly to avoid cost overruns. Yet it’s exactly this sort of frantic pace that compelled the CRD to sink $17 million into an industrial site on Viewfield Road, only to be left as hesitant landlord when nearby residents understandably felt duped at the prospect of a biosolids plant in their backyard. The panic to push through rezoning at McLoughlin Point now means hundreds of staff hours were wasted, and we’ve yet to see what fines could be levelled against the CRD when the successful bidder reads the fine print on their contract. Perhaps the elation felt by many from the meaningful outcome of their participation in public hearings will lapse into cynicism by next week. But as Esquimalt Mayor Barb Desjardins said, at least for today, many in the Capital Region are breathing a collective sigh of relief for a project they thought was long past their influence.

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Sewage treatment just a guise The Capital Regional District board recently decided to increase the the budget for their secondary sewage treatment plan by another $5 million to add Advanced Oxidation (AO) to the dirty effluent from such plant before it is discharged into the ocean. The premise of this added “environmental improvement” is that it will remove remaining substances of emerging concern (SECs) from the effluent. Adding this advanced oxidation to the secondary treatment is like putting lipstick on a pig. It is designed only to make the CRD look good and will achieve nothing except waste another $5 million of taxpayers’ money. The reason is that secondary treatment contains so much organic matter that the active ingredients, ozone and peroxide will be mopped up and made ineffective by such organic matter in the effluent. Furthermore, disinfection of bugs and superbugs in the effluent will also be made ineffective for the same reasons. However, one statement made to the CRD directors by a representative of a consulting firm Stantec that stands head and shoulders above the other misleading information is that such AO treatment will remove micro plastics from this secondary treatment effluent. Just like all plastics, micro

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plastics are virtually indestructible polymers and just like with the SECs, the ozone and peroxide will be used up by treating the organic matter in the effluent. Thomas Maler, Ph.D. Victoria

CRD committee sheds light on importance of voting I’d just like to thank the directors around the table at the Capital Regional District’s Core Area Liquid Waste Management Committee: you’ve awakened the citizens of greater Victoria and made many of us more aware of who’s who in municipal politics. You’ve boosted our incentive to go to the polls in the next election. You’ve brought together perfect strangers across municipal boundaries to create lasting friendships on a common front. You’ve united us to vote for politicians who will make decisions based on the evidence; politicians who can see beyond short-term deadlines and funding; politicians who are willing to seek the best long-term environmental solution for wastewater in the Capital Region. Thank you, once again. We look forward to the municipal elections in November. Dave Ferguson Saanich

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Parkade artwork not worth price tag Watching the news on Friday I was flabbergasted to hear that Victoria council members are promoting the spending of $135 thousand on parking artwork. If done, how long will it take for graffiti artists to decorate that – much better if advertisement posters are so adorned! At least then the city budget outlay will have been benefited or reduced, even wiped out. Moreover, those who park cars are likely to rush off to do whatever they are parking for, not stand around and admire (or decry) wall decorations subject to debatable lighting. Don Wilkes, Langford •••

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egardless of whether your camper will be away for three hours or three weeks, a few basics will go a long way to ensuring a positive camp experience. For day camps, be sure to send a nutritious lunch and snacks to keep them fuelled for the day’s adventures and plenty of water to keep them hydrated. High SPF sunscreen and a hat are essential – a sunburn is not only dangerous but can also prevent kids from enjoying the activities they want to do. Don’t forget to show kids how to apply sunscreen properly – face sticks and sprays can make it easier. For overnight camps, check for policies on things like food and personal electronics; it may be a good idea to leave these at home. Do a double-check for swimsuits and footwear, and be sure to bring enough clothing to accommodate weather changes. Finally, remember a positive attitude and a bright smile – the most important ingredients for summer fun!

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ummer camp isn’t what it used to be. Browse through the City of Victoria’s 2014 Active Living Guide and you’ll find horseback riding, robot-building classes, Spanish immersion and even a week-long surf camp in Tofino. “People like to have options,” says Ryan Lance, child and youth recreation programmer at Crystal Pool. “We want to cater to what parents are looking for, and reassure them that we incorporate a real variety of activities into every camp so it’s not just free time at a park.” For nine weeks every summer, Lance and his team run dozens of summer camps for kids ages four through 14. Similar programs are offered in Saanich, Oak Bay and throughout the Peninsula and West Shore. The quickest camp to fill up at the preschool level (ages four to six) is always Bea-

con Hill Explorers, says Lance, where kids get their first taste of the summer camping experience with a healthy dose of arts and crafts and outdoor play. “Each week of that camp has a different theme – pirates, astronauts, wizards – and they coincide with some of the children’s concerts at the Cameron Bandshell,” he says. Other popular camps include the Swim and Splash camp and Camouflage camp, where geeks reign supreme with active strategy games. Parents should do their homework to find good summer camps, adds Lance, offering tips to help parents assess a new program. “Look for structured activities and group games,” he says. “The things we focus on are the personability and the professionalism of our leaders. Parents should note: are leaders greeting your child when you first

show up for sign-in? Are they giving you feedback as a parent at the end of the day, whether positive or negative? It just shows that the leaders are fully engaged and taking the time with the kids.” Recommendations from other parents also go a long way to the popularity of a summer camp, he says. Always ask about the ratio of camp leaders to campers, especially when considering an out-of-town, overnight camp. Participation doesn’t need to stop at 14 either, Lance says. Once kids “graduate” from the camp programs, they can move into training roles to become camp leaders themselves. “We also do internships where you can volunteer and learn the ins and outs of what we do,” he says. “It’s a very busy nine weeks every summer, but we love it.”

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hysical literacy. Nature deficit. Emotional and social intelligence. All buzz words that pepper online articles on er the benefits of summer camp. But without the fun emb m e quotient included in the equation, summer camp holds no R ack to p een! attraction for kids. scr For more than 50 years Boys & Girls Clubs have understood sun that and have provided summer camp experiences that kids never forget. But they also know the many important benefits camp brings to the healthy development of kids. The following is taken from an article that Michael Ungar, Ph.D., a family therapist and the author of The We Generation: Raising Socially Responsible Kids, wrote for Psychology Today: New relationships, not just with peers, but with trusted adults other than their parents. Just think about how useful a skill like that is: being able to negotiate on your own with an adult for what you need. Camps help children feel in control of their lives, and those experiences of self-efficacy can travel home as easily as a special art project or the pine cone they carry in their backpack. Children who experience themselves as competent will be better problem-solvers in new situations long after their laundry is cleaned and the smell of the campfire forgotten. Camps make sure that all children are Summer camps help kids of all ages treated fairly – every child starts without the develop a variety of life skills. baggage they carry from school. At camp they will both find opportunities to just be one week from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p..m during kids who are valued for who they are. No six weeks of the summer at their Outdoor Centre in Metchosin. Urban Adventures is a camps tolerate bullying. At camp kids get what they need to licensed camp run by their Harbourside Club develop physically – fresh air, exercise, and (410 Macaulay Street, Esquimalt). The camp a balance between routine and unstruc- is for children aged six to 12 years old and tured time. A good camp is about helping runs from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every week from June 30 to August 22. children find healthy lifestyles. All of their staff have been carefully Perhaps best of all, camps offer kids a chance to feel like they belong. There is a screened and have valid First Aid and CPR sense of common purpose and attachment Certification. Van and bus drivers hold Class to the identity that camps promote which 4 licenses and all staff participate in intensive go a long way to offering children a sense training sessions. Spaces fill quickly so call Boys & Girls Club of being rooted. Boys & Girls Club offer two camps – Services at 250-384-9133 to register or Outdoor Adventures are for children aged visit their website at bgcvic.org for more between five and 12 years old and run for information.

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ooking for something different to enrol your child in for a week of summer fun? Some quirky camps are available through municipal recreation centres. Saanich Parks and Recreation has a variation on the popular Tough Mudder races that see competitors crawl through the mud as part of their challenges. The Tuff Kidder camp offered at Gordon Head (age 7 to 11) and Pearkes (age 10 to 14) recreation centres in July and August sees campers train before taking on an obstacle course that, yes, includes some mud and getting dirty. As the course description says, fun and perseverance are the key lessons, not who wins. The Gordon Head session includes an afternoon swim in the pool. Also put on by Saanich Parks and Rec is Pirate Camp, where kids aged five-and-a-half to seven can to tap into their inner marauder at Royal Oak middle school through hands-on activities and stories of pirate folklore. String Figures, Storytelling and More is a week of sessions led by international performer and teacher Anne Glover, who works with campers aged six to 12 to make string figures, tell stories, play games and invent their own versions of each at the Cedar Hill Arts Centre. Find the entire Saanich rec guide online at bit.ly/1l53gnY. Do your kids like acting like monkeys and hanging around the house? Then West Shore Parks and Rec’s Hang Time program for children nine to 12 might be the answer. The focus is on exploring activities that involve getting off your feet, things like climb-

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crowd, a variety of Lego Robotics camps are available at Juan de Fuca for ages six up to 14. Find the West Shore offerings at bit.ly/1l56aZY. The City of Victoria also offers a version of the Tough Kidders camp for seven- to 11-year olds, and has Camouflauge Camp for 10 to 14 year olds. Play favourite strategy games such as Capture the Flag, Manhunt, Bounty Hunter and Hunger Games Dodgeball for real. Nerf gear is included for those who want to get off the couch and into the action. Your local rec centre has a variety of camps available for all ages. Check out your municipality’s website for complete listings.

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I’m extremely tempted to use the word cute. But I won’t. It’s small, which definitely contributes to its c-word factor. Alexandra Straub

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Bargain priced Nissan Micra returns to basics Montreal, QC. - Even though the with the same peppy powerplant. days of roll down windows, no air Okay, I realize that “peppy” is a relaconditioning or fancy features aren’t tive term here. There’s 109 horsepower that far behind us, it’s tough to find a and 107 lb-ft of torque generated back-to-basics car in today’s market. from its 1.6L, 4-cylinder engine. But in Enter the 2015 Nissan Micra with a the city and on the highway, it’s still a price tag under $10k. decent amount. As its name suggests, Three trims of Micra it’s not a full-size SUV. are available: S, SV, What it is is a front and SR. Each can be engine, front-wheel paired with either the drive, five-door vehicle. aforementioned 5-speed It’s diminutive in size manual or an available but not lacking in the 4-speed automatic. The personality department. mid-grade SV trim can The Micra Not at all. also be paired with a is affordable You’d think that with a Convenience package starting MSRP of $9,998 transportation with (available both on the for the Micra S (with the amiable drivability, MT and AT). manual transmission) Looking at it, I’m exan easy-on-the you might get shorttremely tempted to use eyes interior and changed on the fun the word “cute.” But I overall a bubbly factor. Again, not the won’t. It’s small, which personality. case. definitely contributes to In fact, of the four modits c-word factor, and Alexandra Straub els I drove (there are comes it some bubbly eight models available) colours, as well as acit happened to be my favourite. cent colours. For example, the SV with The 5-speed manual transmission has the automatic I drove had a white a springy clutch, a gearbox that shifts exterior with purple accents. up and down smoothly, and a personInside, you and your four passengers ality that is waiting to be unleashed. will we greeted with cushy cloth seats. It might not have air conditioning, The driver will then have access to a Bluetooth or a rearview camera (on centre stack that is easy to use and this trim, but they are available on organized ergonomically. other models), but those aren’t deal Describing its aura could best be debreakers for me, nor are they for fined as “welcoming.” And despite its people looking to buy a great car at a size, even taller individuals shouldn’t great price. feel claustrophobic. With a driving What’s more, each Micra model comes partner who stands 6’2”, he still had

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headroom and some room to stretch out either piloting or co-piloting the Micra. Under hard acceleration, primarily from the 4-speed automatic, the Micra is quite vocal. You can really hear the engine noise intrude the cabin. It’s not a performance machine like the Nissan GT-R, where you want to hear as much ruckus as you can. However, when cruising at highway speeds – without the lead foot acceleration – my driving partner and I noticed how quiet the cabin is. Wind noise is kept at bay and it’s serene. Furthermore, it was an incredibly blustery day when we took these pint-sized four-doors out. Needless to say, you could feel the swagger of the car at highway speeds. But in its defense, larger vehicles felt the wrath of Mother Nature’s blow, too.

While very affordable, the Micra isn’t “cheap” in execution. Even the knobs on the roll down windows have a soft touch to them. And there are metallic accents to break up the otherwise bland black interior. I certainly wasn’t disappointed when captaining the Micra. Even though that might sound like a backhanded compliment, it’s not. As far as small cars go, it’s functional, funky and has great value. Whether you’re looking for a vehicle that gets you from point A to B – minus all the options – or said vehicle with a few extras, the 2015 Micra might be the car for you. Summed up, the Micra is affordable transportation with amiable drivability, an easy-on-the eyes interior and overall a bubbly personality. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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It’s Bike to Work Week in B.C. and more and more people are taking up cycling as a commuting option. It’s important for cyclists to pay attention to vehicles turning at intersections. As a driver, before you or one of your passengers open a vehicle door, always check for oncoming cyclists.

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Taking the stress out of towing a trailer Camping season is almost upon us and it will soon be time to take that trailer out for some fun times. But is it fun for the driver? Towing a trailer may be one of the most stressful driving situations for many truck owners. For one thing, it is not easy to manouevre around corners and change lanes with that extra length behind your truck. Backing up can also be challenging and towing up a steep hill can be tough on your truck. Whether you tow a boat, car, snowmobiles, or motorcycles, custom truck accessories can make towing less nerve-wracking. Don’t tow too much weight Pulling too much weight can be very dangerous. Check your owner’s manual to find your vehicle’s towing capacity, including the maximum gross trailer weight and tongue weight it can handle. Tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer coupler. In most cases, it is about 10 to 15 per cent of gross trailer weight. Tongue weight of up to 300 pounds can be

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measured on a household scale by resting the trailer coupler on the scale and placing the scale on a box so that the coupler is at its normal towing height. The trailer must be fully loaded and level. Use the right hitch and other equipment Just as each vehicle has a maximum towing capacity so too does each trailer hitch, hitch ball, ball mount and safety chain. To tow safely, you need to make sure every component you use is ready to handle the

weight of your fully loaded trailer. Remember, your towing capacity is equal to the capacity of the weakest link in the system. Choosing a trailer hitch All trailer hitches feature a class rating, as well as a weight rating, so be sure the hitch can accommodate the loaded trailer. For

instance, Reese Class 2 ($159) hitches have a maximum rated capacity of 350 pounds tongue weight and 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight. Class IV ($175) receiver-style hitches have a maximum capacity of 1,200 pounds tongue weight and 12,000 pounds gross trailer weight.

If you need more towing capacity than the traditional receiver-style weight distributing hitch, then you need to step up to a fifthwheel or gooseneck hitch. Prices start at $650. Choosing a hitch ball If you have a drawbar style hitch, the hitch ball usually is built right in. But if you

have a receiver-style hitch, you’ll need to choose your own hitch ball. Like vehicles and trailer hitches, hitch balls also are assigned a maximum tongue weight and gross trailer weight rating. Hitch balls are made from a variety of materials, and some are available in a

choice of finishes, including chrome. They cost $12 to $14. The hitch ball diameter must be the same diameter as the trailer coupler (1 7/8 inches, 2 inches or 2 5/16 inches). The shank diameter of the hitch ball should be the same as the hole diameter in the ball mount. The shank length should be long enough to allow at least two threads to be visible when the hitch ball is installed and the nut completely tightened. Load your trailer properly Rule of thumb is roughly two-thirds (60 to 66 per cent) of the gross load weight should be positioned toward the front half of the trailer. Place large or heavy objects on the trailer first. Tie these objects down securely and from several angles to ensure they do not shift. Pack remaining items in a manner that maintains balance of the trailer. Once the trailer is loaded, double-check the stability of the cargo. Better safe than sorry. ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca

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Boys and Girls Club to relocate to Esquimalt Yates Street location too costly to maintain Daniel Palmer News staff

The Victoria branch of the Boys and Girls Club Services of Greater Victoria is closing its doors this summer after a half-century in the former fire hall building at 1240 Yates St. Looming repair costs and seismic upgrading concerns are forcing the relocation of the club to newer offices at 1195 Esquimalt Rd., within walking distance of the Harbourside Esquimalt Club and close to the Vic West club on Craigflower Road, said executive director Dalyce Dixon. “For over five decades our home base at 1240 Yates Street has served our community well,” Dixon said. “In recent years we have come to realize that the aging building has some overwhelming challenges that are beyond our resources to adequately address.” The number of youth who live within walking distance of the 22,000 square-foot facility has also declined drastically since the club opened in 1960. Dixon said both the Fairfield Gonzales Community Association and Fernwood Community Centre

are excellent nearby facilities that will continue to serve residents near the old facility. The Victoria club was conceived by the late Colonel Bull as a living memorial to his son who had been shot down during the Second World War. Bull gathered some of his friends and acquaintances to assist in the club’s formation and to serve as directors. In 1960, they convinced the city council to provide the recently discarded Yates Street fire hall as a clubhouse. The directors then provided or raised sufficient funds to start and maintain the Club in its early years. Programs consist largely of team sports and craft activities that are carried out in the building and on adjacent school playing fields. Staff and volunteers provide needed guidance together with a friendly ear, some counseling and by being positive role models for those who needed it. Local Boys and Girls Clubs operate in Esquimalt, VicWest, Central Saanich, and the Westshore including Langford, Colwood and Metchosin.

Victoria judoist scores bronze at national U-18 championship Victoria judoist Tristan Alexander came home with a bronze medal at the Canadian National Judo Championships held earlier this month in Saguenay, Que. Alexander fought in the under18 plus 100 kilogram division. He was the only Victoria judoist to

medal at the nationals. Although disappointed that he couldn’t bring home anything higher, the nationals caps off a successful year for the 16-yearold Oak Bay High student who has won two gold medals, a silver and a bronze in national-

and, international-level competition. Other Victoria athletes attending were Josh van Meurs, Tiffany Coolican and Jackson Minnick. See judocanada.org for more results. editor@vicnews.com

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Music conservatory hosts jubilee concert Laura Lavin News staff

The Victoria Conservatory of Music began as a dream to develop musicians for regional orchestras. Today that dream has touched thousands of people with myriad talents, from four months of age to those in their 90s. Beyond that, those students, through their music, have enriched

the lives of those around them, creating a synergy that reaches around the globe. "It's long been the attitude of the Victoria Conservatory of Music that the community always embraces music, and the community understands the importance of music and the value it brings to the community – and to our own lives," says CEO, Jane Butler McGregor.

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Buccaneer Days Parade entries must be in the hands of the committee by Saturday, June 1st For more information kimvis.campbell@gmail.com OR www.esquimaltbuccaneerdays.ca Parade entry forms are on the Buccaneer website at www.esquimaltbuccaneerdays.ca If you would like to have your name or your child’s name called out by the Wakey, Wakey Truck, please email your name & address to jsrozon@shaw.ca by June 6, 2014. For more information 250-385-0503 or 250-386-4768 www.esquimalt.ca OR www.esquimaltbuccaneerdays.ca

(Piano), James Hunter (cello) – the original Trio Victoria – and eight students. As the community grew, the school grew with it, moving to Craigdarroch Castle, St. Ann's Academy and to its present home on Quadra Street. The conservatory’s year-long jubilee celebration of its 50th anniversary begins with a Jubilee Alumni concert May 31. The concert features a tribute

to the original Trio Victoria performed by former students of the trio, followed with performances by renowned soloists Jonathan Crow, violin and May Ling Kwok, piano, and then singing by Richard Margison, Ingrid Attrot, Benjamin Butterfield, and Eve-Lyn de la Haye. For more information, call 250-386-5311 or go online to vcm. bc.ca. llavin@vicnews.com

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New hunting and trapping rules released for 2014-16 B.C. season Grab copy of updated hunting regulations at vicnews.com The new hunting and trapping guide is here. The joint B.C. Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations and Black Press produced 2014-2016 Hunting & Trapping Regulations Synopsis, now available online and as a hard copy. Printed every two years, the guide is an important reference for the more than 100,000 licensed hunters in the province to navigate the numerous regulation changes, of which there are more than 50 from the previous guide, and help hunters decipher open seasons and plan upcoming fall hunting trips.

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make up one of the most diverse hunting grounds in the west. “The Fish and Wildlife Branch is committed to providing sustainable hunting opportunities for the province and encouraging people to go out there and enjoy the outdoors,” said government policy and regulations analyst Stephen MacIver. “B.C. has more big game species than any other jurisdiction in North America and provides some of the best hunting opportunities

in the world.” The guide is effective July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2016 for the rising number of local and tourist hunters setting their sights on the prized moose, elk, deer, sheep and goats that have helped buoy the number of hunters from approximately 80,000 in 2003 to 100,000 today. With more residents taking the hunter safety training, MacIver projects that number will continue to increase, making the need for the synopsis greater than ever. Hard copies are available at sporting good stores, and also in pdf format on every Black Press news site under the e-editions and will be posted there for the two-year period. The electronic version, which will continue to be updated to reflect any in-season changes as they happen, can be found at env.gov.bc.ca/fw/wildlife/hunting/regulations/ You can also submit your photographs online to participate in the cover photo contest for an opportunity to see your finest hunting experiences showcased on the next synopsis.

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Q: WHAT ARE SOME POINTERS FOR BUYING A STRATA PROPERTY? Read the strata bylaws over first – Find out if new bylaws are being proposed at an upcoming annual general meeting or special meeting. Be clear on parking – Find out whether the parking spaces are common strata property that can be reassigned, or are transferable by the seller to the buyer Maintenance is key – Check to see if an engineering report has been done, or, if the building was a “leaky condo,” whether professional remediation has been completed Be a legal beagle – Make your offer conditional upon your notary or lawyers’s approval. Do you have a homebuying or selling story to share? Email ddescoteau@ vicnews.com To advertise in Homefinder, contact Oliver Sommer at: osommer@black press.ca

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Nearly one-third of all residential properties in B.C. are strata-titled. That number can be even higher in urban areas such as Greater Victoria. The sheer number of properties makes them a significant segment of the real estate market, one that comes with its own subtleties and considerations. It’s important that people looking at purchasing a strata-titled properties such as condominiums – the most common – townhomes or duplexes learn ahead of time how the rules apply for that particular complex or building and how they might affect their lifestyle. Sandy Wagner, president of the Vancouver Island Strata Owners Association and strata council secretary for the 94-unit building in which she lives in Saanich, says even existing residents have questions on how the strata bylaws relate to their unit. “The truth is, they have to follow the bylaws,” she says, noting that sometimes people try to bend the rules. “They’re not cast in stone, they can be changed by (an agreement between) the owners. But sometimes (owners) don’t understand they have to live by the community’s rules.” With the help of a real estate agent, and by doing some research,

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Sandy Wagner, president of the Vancouver Island Strata Owners’ Association, stands in front of her own condo building in Saanich, where she is the strata council secretary. a prospective buyer can take steps to avoid conflicts down the road. “One of the things most (agents) are doing now is providing their prospective purchasers with a couple years’ of strata minutes,” Wagner says. “It’s important to see what happens on a day-to-day basis.” Strata fees, the source of questions for many buyers, collectively pay for property maintenance in the short and long term. They also help maintain shared amenities, such as a swimming pool or fitness facility. “The affordability factor is what attracts buyers. You get a lot more for your dollar when you’re not paying for the yard and the roof and all that individually,” Wagner says. The level of strata fees can also be an indication of whether a strata

is putting away enough money for future major repairs, says Tim Ayres, president of the Victoria Real Estate Board. A knowledgeable agent can help buyers understand what expenses they might be looking at down the road, he says. “If (fees are) too low, it’s not a good thing, because you’re just putting off maintenance,” Ayres says. While some buyers might be attracted to low strata fees, especially if they’re not viewing a condo as a long-term housing solution, people with a longer-term approach find the presence of a strong financial plan more important, he says. A related development came last year, when new B.C. legislation mandated that depreciation reports be filed every few years by strata coun-

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cils on their buildings. While some complexes have been slow to get the report done, she says, the document contains information critical to people on both ends of the sales transaction. The intent is to make very clear the long-term financial implications to owners. “It outlines what the building owns, what the condition is and when they plan to replace it,” Wagner says. “The second part (explains) how they intend to fund it.” Ayres, who looks at the report as a good tool, says many lenders are rejecting financing for purchasers looking at properties that don’t yet have a depreciation report done. “It raises a red flag,” he says. In his experience, the majority of larger property-managed complexes have already undertaken the task, but there are still some smaller, selfmanaged stratas out there that are holding off. On the surface, purchasing a strata may seem more complicated than buying a detached home. But many agents in Greater Victoria are well-versed in this aspect of the market, Ayres says. “When a Realtor has been selling mostly condos, they’ll probably know of any problems (a building has) had, be able to tell you the retail value and if it’s a good place for pets and children,” he says. “It’s extremely important if you’re going to sell condos that you know about the processes and be able to spot things when you’re working with a buyer. You want to be able to advise them, especially if it’s their first home.” ddescoteau@vicnews.com

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When Cathy Campbell’s two sons were gearing up for summer camps in their younger years, Campbell knew she had a place to turn for help with the added expenses. The Brentwood Bay mom speaks frankly about how Canadian Tire’s Jumpstart program helped her boys grow into amazing young men. “The JumpStart program helped me, like a village, raise my boys,” Campbell says, reflecting on the

many summer camps, leadership courses, kayaking trips and other outings taken by her boys Zack Van Den Bussche, now 20, and younger brother Colton, now 16. Locally, Jumpstart provides $80,000 annually to thousands of kids across Greater Victoria. More than 9,300 kids have been helped since 2011. Across the country, 332 Jumpstart boards help 2,500 organizations discreetly identify youth who need a financial boost to cover sports expenses such as registration, equipment and transportation costs. “That’s the beauty of this model:

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The restoration business has changed a great deal – in the past, most auto body repair shops would only take on such work when their collision work dried up. Now it’s very specialist work and I’m often asked if I could recommend a restoration shop. To be honest with you, I would be hard pressed to come up with enough names to fill the fingers of one hand. But I have no hesitation in saying that I doubt there is one in the entire country that restores and builds as many custom cars as 360 Fabrication, in Abbotsford. They control the costs and track the daily progress by using a number of management systems and a Gantt chart. The secret to controlling the work is to perform all of the tasks in-house with perhaps the exception of chrome plating. During my time in the trade, costs kept mounting up and either the customer or the technician, who worked on a flat rate (piecework) basis, was short changed resulting in ill feelings between the shop owner, his staff and the customer mainly caused by the lack of communication and too many assumptions! Laura Ballance’s original plan was to have a sympathetic restoration performed, replacing only what was necessary. But cars are no different from houses, boats and planes, so when the Mustang was disassembled and stripped they discovered that probably the only thing holding the car together was Laura’s father’s DIY welding! The Mustang is a relatively easy car to restore in terms of obtaining new parts. In this case, by the time the air chisel and plasma cutter

was put away the only major sheet metal components left was the roof, “A” pillars, rocker-panels, bulkhead and the two front frame rails and the rear section of the floor. I have heard the expression “better than new” a few times over the years and have often wondered how can it be better than new? But it can. Today’s restorations have improved with the help of new technology such as compression fit welding equipment, seam sealers and paint products including epoxy primers, spray on polyester fillers and the waterborne color coats with a clear coat finish. These products are far superior to anything that came off the production line during the ‘60s. Rick Francoeur and his team at 360 always allow the customer to be in control and understand customer needs and expectations, even down to the smallest sentimental detail. However, sometimes they have to advise the client for their own benefit, sometimes financial, safety related or future re-sale value. Laura wanted the Mustang refinished it its metallic blue, all the rage during the ‘60s and the car she remembers. But if the car is to retain its value and to represent how it came off the production line as a rare T5, it had to be painted its original Ford Paint Code Z, an interesting colour called Sauterne Gold Irid. This colour combined with a black interior and vinyl roof will make the car a real eye catcher. Next week we will look into the mechanical component restoration and exterior trim replacement. Nigel Matthews is the director of sales and marketing for Hagerty Insurance Canada. nmatthews@hagerty.com

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Drivers feel gouged at the gas pumps, but not enough to stay home Keith Morgan

increase in the price of gas at the pump cause you to cancel a driving vacation?” Two thirds of BC residents say A categorical “no” was the gas price increases have caused response from 131 readers, hardship in their household, a similar number said “yes” according to a new Black Press/ but most wavered, saying the Insights West poll. increase would have to be And 55 percent of those more substantial or they might polled say they now drive less consider shortening their route than usual due to high gas prices. Gas taxes are too high say or holiday’s duration. Shawn, of Maple Ridge, set 85 percent and 77 percent claim the tone they are unfair for those for 77. A whopby ping 91 percent BC tourism’s loss is the undeterred the assault on assert drivers United States’ gain; with their wallet: are gouged at the pump before many saying cheaper gas in “Money long weekends. down south made it a more isn’t the main focus Those comments were economical drive vacation when it is a well-deserved destination. the results of vacation.” a scientifically Kay, of Coquitlam, warned: “I conducted poll but it remarkwould not cancel . . . however I ably reflects many sentiments may change plans and go to the expressed in response to our unUSA instead of Canada.” Renay, scientific Question of the Week, of Richmond, said: “I would which we posed before the still take the vacation and just long weekend. We asked if high have to re-adjust the budget to gas prices would stall planned include the increase.” driving vacation plans and a Alyssa, from Mission, massive 560 of you were moved remarked: “I have two young to answer online. Specifically, we asked “Would a 10 cents per litre children and my husband and I

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would be at the speed limit. I might get better gas mileage if I go slower and not brake as much.” Murray, in Vancouver, has some good advice: “I would minimize fuel consumption by keeping the car maintained, keep tire pressure at the optimum

level, pack all luggage inside the car to reduce air drag, and not drive aggressively. The time to scrimp is during day-to-day use: don’t drive when you could walk or cycle.” Debbie, in Abbotsford, claimed: “It’s cheaper now to fly to Vegas or California, than to

drive.” BC tourism’s loss is the United States’ gain; with many saying cheaper gas in down south made it a more economical drive vacation destination, even with the current inferior exchange rate. Sandi, of Vancouver, said: “We cancelled our Christmas trip and will not be travelling this summer. . . . groceries are my first priority.” Chris, in Aldergrove, stood alone with his comment: “I think we have some of the lowest gas prices in the world.” Steve, of Port Alberni, pulled out his calculator: “A 1,000-km trip uses less than 100 litres (with an increase of 10 cents per litre) that’s $10 more. I would not tell my family we are cancelling for that amount!” Rodney, of Vernon, also did some math: “A good modern vehicle can get a fuel economy of about 10L/100km (about 28MPG, for us old folks). So a 3,000 km driving vacation would cost $417 in gas at a price of $1.39, and the same trip would cost $447 in gas at $1.49.” keith.morgan @drivewaybc.ca

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amping season is almost upon us and it will soon be time to take that trailer out for some fun times. But is it fun for the driver? – Towing a trailer may be one of the most stressful driving situations for many truck owners. For one thing, it is not easy to manouevre around corners and change lanes with that extra length behind your truck. Backing up also can be challenging and towing up a steep hill can be tough on your truck. Whether you tow a boat, car, snowmobiles, or motorcycles, custom truck accessories can make towing less nerve-wracking. Don’t Tow Too Much Weight Pulling too much weight can be very dangerous. Check your owner’s manual to find your vehicle’s towing capacity, including the maximum gross trailer weight and tongue weight it can handle. Tongue weight is the downward

force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer coupler. In most cases, it is about 10 to 15 percent of gross trailer weight. Tongue weight of up to 300 pounds can be measured on a household scale by resting the trailer coupler on the scale and placing the scale on a box so that the coupler is at its normal towing height. The trailer must be fully loaded and level.

must be the same diameter as the trailer coupler (1 7/8 inches, 2 inches or 2 5/16 inches). The shank diameter of the hitch ball should be the same as the hole diameter in the ball mount. The shank length should be long enough to allow at least two threads to be visible when the hitch ball is installed and the nut completely tightened.

Use the Right Hitch and Other Equipment Just as each vehicle has a maximum towing capacity so too does each trailer hitch, hitch ball, ball mount and safety chain. To tow safely, you need to make sure every component you use is ready to handle the weight of your fully loaded trailer. Remember, your towing capacity is equal to the capacity of the weakest link in the system.

Load Your Trailer Properly Rule of thumb is roughly two-thirds (60 to 66 percent) of the gross load weight should be positioned toward the front half of the trailer. Place large or heavy objects on the trailer first. Tie these objects down securely and from several angles to ensure they do not shift. Pack remaining items in a manner that maintains balance of the trailer. Once the trailer is loaded, double-check the positioning and stability of the cargo. Better safe than sorry. ian.harwood@ drivewaybc.ca

Choosing a Trailer Hitch All trailer hitches feature a class rating, as well as a weight rating, so be

sure the hitch can accommodate the Whether you tow a loaded trailer. For instance, Reese boat, car, snowmobiles, Class 2 ($159) or motorcycles, custom hitches have a truck accessories can maximum rated capacity of 350 make towing less nervepounds tongue wracking. weight and 3,500 pounds gross trailer of 1,200 pounds tongue weight. Class IV ($175) receiver-style hitches weight and 12,000 pounds gross trailer weight. have a maximum capacity

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