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Douglas treaties shared with First Nations Esquimalt, Songhees Nations to get Douglas treaties copies Daniel Palmer News staff

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Up, up and away Justin Chau of St. Patrick’s School gives it his all in the Grade 6 boys long jump at the Middle School Track and Field Championships held at UVic’s Centennial Stadium on June 4. More information on the track meet can be can be found online at lowerislandschoolsports.ca

Esquimalt and Songhees Nations are receiving official replicas of the Douglas Treaties as the Royal B.C. Museum awaits word on the documents’ world heritage status from UNESCO. The 1850s land deal documents are being made more accessible after “entire generations” of First Nations have gone without seeing the once-secretive treaties, said Jack Lohman, CEO of Royal B.C. Museum. “It’s such an important part of the heritage of First Nations, and it’s part of our commitment to share our treasures with everybody,” Lohman said. “And this way, both nations have a part of their own heritage.” The Douglas treaties were signed in the 1850s and remained the only written agreements with aboriginal people in B.C. until the Nisga’a treaty in 2000. The 14 land title documents were held up by the Supreme Court of Canada as a basis to protect aboriginal rights, and they continue to fuel First Nations lawsuits and land settlements between the province and Canada. Songhees Chief Ron Sam said he recognizes the treaties are part of his nation’s history, and he felt it was important to stand with the museum in acknowledging their significance. “A lot of people forget we did sign treaties here,” Sam said. “There is some back

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and forth over whether we honour them or want to forget about them. We’re in court right now battling over one of our Douglas treaties, but it is important for us to acknowledge them.” The Songhees and Esquimalt First Nations filed separate lawsuits covering 376 acres in Saanich’s Cadboro Bay in 2012, a matter still before the courts. The latest announcement coincides with UNESCO’s annual general meeting, held in Victoria for the first time last week. UNESCO officials met with Sam and Esquimalt Chief Andy Thomas, and the original Douglas Treaties were brought from the B.C. Archives to the Songhees Wellness Centre during a community dinner last Friday. “I believe that’s the first time they’ve ever left the building,” Lohman said. Sam said the community dinner provided a chance for UNESCO officials to learn about Songhees Nation traditions and aspirations with their new conference centre, 1100 Admirals Rd. Lohman said he’s still awaiting word on whether the Douglas Treaties will receive world heritage status from UNESCO’s Memory of the World committee in France. “We have such great diversity of living heritage here through First Nations living languages,” he said. “My sense is that B.C. should and must lead Canada in a new recognition of intangible cultural heritage.” dpalmer@vicnews.com

Did you know? The Our Living Languages exhibition, an exploration of First Nations languages in B.C., opens June 21 at Royal B.C. Museum.

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Charity Cole receives national Cadet of Excellence Award Daniel Palmer News staff

Twelve-year-old Charity Cole doesn’t have much free time these days, but she likes it that way. Somewhere between weekly commitments for curling, violin, Girl Guides and swimming clubs, Charity found enough energy to be named the top Navy League Cadet on Vancouver Island this year. And that wasn’t all. “At our annual ceremonial review on June 1, they announced I was receiving the national Cadet of Excellence Award,” she said with a shy smile. Her beaming mother, Dana, said Charity was chosen out of more than 7,000 Navy League cadets across Canada for the honour and made the entire Admiral Raynor cadet corps proud. “We’re very proud of what Charity’s accomplished, but we also want to say what a wonderful program we have for our community with cadets,” Dana said in her Esquimalt home. “There’s a lot of folks that can’t afford to do a lot with their kids and this a fantastic program to get involved in.” Kids ages 9 to 13 can join Navy League Cadets at a fee that’s much more affordable than most extracurricular activities, she said. The weekly classes at Esquimalt legion range from drills to First Aid training to marching band. “I play the bass drum for band,” Charity said. “She goes outside when she practices,” adds Dana, laughing. Dana said anyone wanting to get a sense of the commitment of young cadets can watch their weekly parade at the Esquimalt legion, 622 Admirals Rd., on Wednesday evenings. Charity is debating whether to move on to Sea Cadets or Army Cadets when she turns 13, but for now she’ll just be working to keep up with her busy schedule. “(This award) has a lot to do with community involvement,” she said. “I love what I do with cadets.” dpalmer@vicnews.com

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North Park community gets its party on The 11th annual North Park Festival takes place Saturday, June 14 in Franklin Green Park, behind Wellburns Market. Expect food vendors, historical neighbourhood walks, a kids’ play area including a bouncy castle and live music all afternoon. “I crammed as much North Park talent into five hours as I could,” said organizer Nikki Dillman. The festival runs from noon to 5 p.m.

Bad art auction for a good cause The Guild Restaurant (1250 Wharf St.) hosts a bad art auction to benefit Daniel Lapp’s House of Music program on Friday, June 13. For $50, attendees get a $30 charitable donation receipt, appetizers, live music from the likes of Lapp and the B.C. Fiddle Orchestra, flamenco dancing and bad art auction hosted by Kilshaw’s auctioneers. All proceeds benefit the House of Music instrument bank and community music programs. See houseofmusic.ca for more information.

Sarah Bell enjoys an afternoon along Dallas Road with her dog, Allie Mae, who received free dental surgery from a generous vet hospital. Bell now wants to pay it forward by offering free painting services to someone in need.

Newcomer’s club links with community A club that connects new residents with the Greater Victoria community is seeking new members. Most recently, the Victoria Women’s Newcomers Club held a joint event with Victoria Harbour Ferries, where 20 women explored Victoria’s waterfront gems on a guided tour. Women who have moved to Greater Victoria in the past three years are welcome, says co-ordinator Judith Clarke. The group meets for monthly lunches with guest speakers and organizes informal social gatherings throughout the month, from tea house visits to trail hiking. For more information, go online to vicdaynewcomers.ca or call 250-479-1700.

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One good deed deserves another Esquimalt painter wants to pay it forward after dog saved by generous vets Daniel Palmer News staff

An Esquimalt painter wants to pay it forward after a local vet hospital saved her beloved dog in response to an online plea. Sarah Bell posted an ad to UsedVictoria. com in February requesting emergency dental help for 10-year-old Allie Mae in exchange for painting work. “I was laid off four days before Christ-

mas, and then Allie’s tooth broke,” Bell said. “I didn’t want charity, but I didn’t get any responses.” A month went by before Bell got a call from Carly Russell-Huntley, community co-ordinator with the #UsedHelps program. “We try to find ways of helping people in our community who post on our site, and this one really stuck out to me because she just couldn’t afford to pay,” Russell-Huntley said. With some free advertising incentives, UsedVictoria.com convinced Dean Park Vet Hospital in North Saanich to donate about $3,000 in dental work for Bell and Allie Mae. “Allie Mae is her best friend, she’d do anything for this dog, and now she really wants to pay it forward,” Russell-Huntley said.

Bell recently posted a second ad offering her skills to a worthwhile person, non-profit or cause. UsedVictoria.com will cover paint costs up to $150 and potential recipients are asked to respond before Monday, June 16. “I’d like to do something to give something back and I only have one skill,” Bell said. Today, Allie Mae is healthy and full of energy, while Saskatoon transplant Bell is feeling the love from the Greater Victoria community. “I’m so thankful to the hospital staff who donated their time, the incredible vet and especially to Carly who did not give up and went the distance for us.” To view Bell’s painting services ad, visit bit. ly/Ui07J7. dpalmer@vicnews.com

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Russell Books eyes more expansion Don Denton News staff

Fort Street literary landmark Russell Books is expanding again. Using up the last of the space on their main floor, owners Andrea and Jordan Minter, with the carpentry skills of Andrea’s brother Chad Depol, have removed a back wall and are adding more shelves to the area.

The back of the room will house an expanded children’s book section as well as a standalone office for buying books, an activity that now happens at the front counter and often on the floor between existing shelves. Expansion has been almost continual for the bookstore, first opened by Andrea’s grandfather Reg Russell and then operated by her parents Diana and Ron Depol.

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Andrea and Jordan Minter stand inside the main floor area of their Fort Street book store Russell Books. The store is expanding yet again, using up the last of the existing space at the back of the store. The pole they are standing next to marks the back wall of the original store.

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First languages exhibition vital The Royal B.C. Museum played host to delegates from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on the weekend, marking the first time the organization held its annual general meeting in B.C. UNESCO officials were keen to connect with local First Nations leaders during their visit as the museum prepares for its opening of the Our Living Languages: First Peoples’s Voices exhibition later this month. The interactive exhibition showcases the dialects of the Songhees, Esquimalt and dozens of other First Nations that weathered the neardisappearance of Lekwungen, T’Sou-ke and other traditional languages of their people in the past two centuries. But the future can provide opportunity to make up for past mistakes. The museum’s three-year exhibition will give visitors, and more importantly the thousands of B.C. students who visit each year, a deeper perspective on First Nations culture. UNESCO’s Memory of the World Committee is also in the midst of evaluating the Douglas Treaties for world heritage status, a symbolic move that would only help tell the story of our chaotic modern beginnings on Vancouver Island. The 14 land title documents were amazingly the only such evidence of formal land agreements between the Crown and First Nations for 150 years until the Nisga’a Treaty was signed in 2000. It’s also encouraging to see Songhees Chief Ron Sam and Esquimalt Chief Andy Thomas accept replica copies of the Douglas Treaties, despite their ongoing legal battles for land title in Cadboro Bay. Add to the mix the inaugural Aboriginal Cultural Festival taking place June 19 to 21 at Ship Point and the newly completed Unity Wall murals at Ogden Point, and the culture shift begins to feel palpable. By showing a willingness to work together, the autonomy of First Nations can be preserved while working co-operatively towards common goals. We applaud the Royal B.C. Museum and the First Peoples’ Council of B.C. for working to quash ignorance by celebrating our incredible, diverse cultures and reconnecting British Columbians with the bigger picture.

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Gas: the other pipeline showdown website she was promoting hadn’t The prospect of piping diluted been updated since March, but heavy oil across northern B.C. this isn’t the first time and loading it in tankers this camp has been has generated significant promoted here. genuine protests, as well Chevron’s Burnaby as bursts of celebrity oil refinery was also nonsense, rent-a-stunts targeted May 30 by and instant online protesters who locked petitions. themselves to a gate Natural gas pipelines with bicycle locks and and export terminals, chains. They also cited on the other hand, are the Unist’ot’en camp generally accepted by the and their aim to stop the public. Premier Christy Tom Fletcher Pacific Trails pipeline. Clark staked her political B.C. Views The camp came to my future on developing attention last summer, liquefied natural gas when it was promoted exports, and pulled off an by one of Victoria’s chronic upset election win that not even anarchist protesters, a woman who Clark expected. goes by the name Zoe Blunt. Most of the heat she’s taken on Blunt and other southern that is focused on her extravagant protesters documented their trip predictions that LNG will pay off the debt and maybe even get rid of north to support the camp’s stated goal, to stop the Pacific Trails gas our sales tax. pipeline, planned to supply the But as I predicted 18 months Chevron-Apache liquefied natural ago, there’s a shift in the target of gas terminal near Kitimat. professional protesters to natural The camp is on Crown land near gas. A reminder of that awaited Smithers. It was established at the me on a morning walk to the B.C. end of a one-lane bridge by two legislature during the last week of members of the Wet’suwet’en First the May session. Nation. While that community’s At the front gate stood a young elected council maintains a woman in a bikini top and shorts, respectful relationship with the her skin smeared with a dark B.C. government, the splinter material, presumably to simulate group that backs the camp has crude oil. She waved to passing confrontation in mind. traffic, stretching a banner The Unist’ot’en website is a promoting a website for the jumble of demands and claims “Unist’ot’en camp.” that alternates between the Pacific Legislature security intervened Trails gas pipeline and Enbridge’s to clear the entry walkway before Northern Gateway proposal. I could ask the protester who Like the woman at the was paying her. The fundraising

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Time to climb back in the saddle for MS Society’s Grape Escape ride Arnold Lim, News staff

to create a meaningTaking the opportunity to enjoy Vancou- ful experience for the ver Island’s beauty can be amazing at any team. The society raises time, but doing so for a great cause might approximately 85 just be better. The MS Society of Canada’s Cowichan per cent of its revValley Grape Escape is back. The goal for enue from fundraisthe picturesque, two-day fundraising bike ing events, with only a ride through the Valley on July 5 and 6 is to small percentage comraise more than $500,000 in support of indi- ing from government viduals living with multiple sclerosis and for grants. Fundraisers such the Grape Escape research to find a cure. Ashley Hodgins, manager of develop- are critical to continue ment, said the ride is the society’s biggest providing support for fundraiser of the year. It goes a long way MS patients and their toward taking on this unpredictable neu- families and funding rological disease, which is often diagnosed research toward a cure. Jaap Zwaan, who in young adults and affects vision, hearing, raised more than memory, balance and mobility. The society made a difference in Hodgins’ $11,000 for the cause life when her father was diagnosed with the in his first time riding disease in 1996. “It was pretty scary. We had in 2013, is already halfway to matching last year’s total. He’s happy to be no idea what to expect,” she said. Her family discovered there is a place to involved again. “It’s the satisfaction provided by my efforts to go to find information on support and other resources. More recently in her role with the raise funds for a good cause,” he said. “It is close to society, she’s seen families go through that home and a beautiful area. From the stops, to the same experience. “It is important for people drinks and eats along the way, it is phenomenal.” Riders may be pleasantly surprised how relato know we are here and there are a large community of people working towards end- tively easy it is, he added. “So don’t for a goal that is too low. You’ll be surprised with how much you ing this disease.” Efforts made by volunteers and riders have can achieve.” The event has three route options for riders made a difference to her family and others with family members battling the disease. which start and end at the Shawnigan Lake School. The Grape Escape, which requires more than Each offers scenic rides, with visits to local wineries 200 volunteers, would not be possible with- and artisan stands along the way. Zwaan plans to be involved every year and hopes out the support of a group they refer to as the MS Hope Volunteer Team, Hodgins said. more riders and volunteers join him on the journey. “They are the backbone of our organi“It is a way zation. It is a lot of work to give back to to put this event together what society and we take great pride gives to you. in making it an amazing The more you experience for participants give, the more and volunteers on the event you get back to weekend. It is heartwarmyou when it is ing to see the camaraderie needed,” he said. between the participants and “Giving is more the support the volunteers important that are providing.” receiving.” A variety of different volWill Arnold, unteer positions are available an event to suit abilities and schedules sponsor from nteers and the organization strives MS Society Volu

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Experience Cycling, couldn’t agree more. “There is a feeling I can’t explain and to me, it’s the crown jewel of the bike rides across Canada,” he said. “It is like family… it is so rewarding. The atmosphere, the feeling, the whole thing is amazing.” Organizers hope to raise more than $500,000 with the event. Hodgins said riders and volunteers can see and meet the people they are helping, when clients with MS hand out medals to all riders at the finish line. “I think the best part for me is seeing people cross the finish line with that sense of accomplishment and sense of connection to the cause,” she said. “When we announce that final fund-raising number, it brings tears to my eyes. It is so wonderful to see so many people supporting something we all believe in.” For more information visit cowichanvalleygrapeescape.com

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highest rates of multiple sclerosis in the world. ✦ MS is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults in Canada; every day, three more people in Canada are diagnosed with MS and women are three times more likely than men to develop MS. ✦ There is no known cause and no cure for multiple sclerosis, however the MS Society of Canada is the largest funder of MS research in Canada. Founded in 1948, the society has invested more than $98 million in research to date. ✦ Canadians have one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis in the world ✦ MS is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults in Canada; every day, three more people in Canada are diagnosed.

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A generation of memories Victoria male voice choir celebrates 35 years of song with June 14 concert Christine van Reeuwyk

with all these guys.” ‘These guys’ are about 20 men who rehearse out of Esquimalt Wednesday, June 11th APC Design Review Committee Two men with music on their United Church on Admirals Road, 3:00 p.m., Council Chambers minds settle into a small Victo- they perform six or eight times a ria studio, chatting readily about year in seniors’ residences, hold Wednesday, June 11th Special Heritage Advisory their choir’s upcoming season a Christmas fundraising concert, Committee Meeting then wind up with a finale confinale. 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers The congeniality is obvious cert. This year the men celebrate when a third comes through the 35 years of songs with Bringing Monday, June 16th Regular Committee us Together, on June 14 in the door. of the Whole “Frankie – as in Avalon,” Jim Cordova Bay United Church. 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers “We’ve done everything from Johnson greets Frank Peters as Tuesday, June 17th the 25-year veteran of the group, the Empress Hotel to McPherAdvisory Planning Commission son,” says Johnson, proud of settles into the couch. 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers The greeting highlights what prior performance venues. The diversity of their playlJohnson, president of the VictoFor further information, please call 250-414-7135 ria Male Voice Choir, was previ- ist, or repertoire, is part of what or our website @ ously saying – it’s about camara- closes the generational gaps. www.esquimalt.ca/council Though down to about half derie as much as song. “It’s like we’re a big family. the numbers of their crew in There’s a sense of community the 1990s, the youngest singer is in his mid-20s and the oldest – well many hang around to roughly 90. Johnson, president of the choir, credits musical director Yanik Giroux with providing a “flexible and entertaining” environment for keeping the guys’ interest. “At least half of them Photo by Brian Sprout have been there since I started … there’s a core,” says Giroux, an 11-year veteran with † Book by July 7 and get FREE ferry reservations! Packages to Kelowna, Osoyoos the men’s choir. & Penticton include return ferry, accommodation, wine tours and more. “It’s about balance,” he adds. “They meet every week. At 7 p.m. Osoyoos Retreat, Kelowna Retreat, Penticton Retreat, I have to tell them Watermark Beach Resort Hotel Eldorado Sandman Penticton to shut up and get 2-night stay 2-night stay 2-night stay Return ferry Return ferry Return ferry to work. The social From $205* aspect is always a big From $345* From $194* one.” okanagan valley Tour Includes: Then there’s the repcircle tour · 2-night stay at · Return ferry ertoire. The traditional kelowna & osoyoos Coast Capri Hotel, Kelowna · Full day Westside Bench selections of English from · 2-night stay at Wine Tour in Kelowna * Coast Osoyoos Beach Hotel · Full day Osoyoos/Oliver wartime songs, sea shanties and four-part with complimentary Wine & Dine Tour harmonies aren’t neccontinental breakfast essarily alluring for the +GST per adult younger singers. But osoyoos culture Tour Includes: they have a few that & wine retreat, · 6-night stay at Spirit Ridge · 2-for-1 admission to the older members spirit ridge resort Vineyard Resort & Spa the Nk’Mip Desert love to perform. from · Complimentary Cultural Centre So they balance, prowine tasting at Nk’Mip * · 10% off tee times at grams like this year’s Cellars Winery the Sonora Dunes finale spans a spec· Return ferry Golf Course trum that includes A +GST per adult Joyful Motzart Canon All prices are per person based on double occupancy. and Elton’ John’s Can You Feel the Love Three easy ways to book: Tonight (remember · bcferries.com/vacations Okanagan Wine Tours The Lion King?). · 1-888-BC FERRY Ext. 3 Westside Bench But year after year Tasting Experience Golden Mile Tour, · Visit us at 1010 Canada Place, guys like Peters hang Tour, Kelowna Osoyoos Vancouver, BC from from in, or return as Johnson did after a stint $ $ away, because of the +GST per adult +GST per adult friendships formed. News staff

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Victoria Male Voice Choir members Guy Lokhorst, left, David Langley and Jim Johnson. Back row from left: Jonathan Langley, Jim McClennan. The choir is celebrating 35 years. Continued from Page A10

“Camaraderie and for the health of my lungs,” Peters says. Between posture, presentation, learning music and lyrics, it’s a good workout. But the biggest achievement is when a catatonic senior starts a slow and slight tap of the foot to a tune, and when a gaggle of elders move their lips to the words, and on occasion even sing along. “It’s the satisfaction of the people you’re singing for,” Peters

says. “It’s the smiles you get from the seniors.” There’s likely to be some toe tapping as they take the stage for 35 Years of Songs Bring us Together on June 14 at Cordova Bay United Church, 813 Claremont Ave. at 7 p.m. Email info@victoriamale voicechoir.com or call 250727-9904. Visit victoriamalevoicechoir.com to learn more about the group.

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Esquimalt High school is set to become the next rugby powerhouse of the Capital Region by launching a rugby academy next fall. The Sea Wolves Academy will be overseen by B.C. Rugby hall-of-famer Gary Johnston, the architect behind Oak Bay high's thriving rugby program. "You build a great team one player at a time," Johnston said. "The thing I can do is make sure the PE program is well done so kids get a positive experience from it. That's what I did at Oak Bay, and it works quite well." The 30-person boys and girls programs kick off in September and includes a "who's who" of rugby, said Tom Woods, Esquimalt High rugby academy advisory board chair.

"Whatever Gary has touched has turned to gold," Woods said. "And we've got Arielle Dubissette-Borrice from our national women's sevens team to help with the women, and (former Castaway Wanderers star) Kenny Goodland will help with the men. We've also got Ed Garlinge as the program department head." It will take at least a few years before the academy is attracting the best high school students, said Johnston, adding his latest appointment is a return to Esquimalt's rugby program. He previous coached at the former Highrock Junior High in the 1970s. "Now that my commitment to Oak Bay high school is finished and I'm retired from that, it's a chance to build something here in Esquimalt," he said. The academy is accepting new applicants now. Go to ehsra.ca to learn more.

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In accordance with the provisions of the Community Charter, Council will consider the Annual Report at the Regular Meeting of Council to be held Monday, June 23, 2014 at 7:00 p.m., in the Esquimalt Council Chambers, 1229 Esquimalt Road. The purpose of this meeting is to provide the public with an opportunity to make submissions and ask questions on matters contained in the Annual Report. The Annual Report will include the 2013 audited financial statements, value of 2013 tax exemptions, a report respecting municipal services and operations, and a statement of municipal objectives and measures. The Annual Report will be available for public review by Friday, June 6th at Esquimalt Municipal Hall, 1229 Esquimalt Road and on the Township’s website at www. esquimalt.ca. For further information, please contact Corporate Services at 414-7157 during regular office hours, or email anja.nurvo@esquimalt.ca. ANJA NURVO DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES

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GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected Territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629 Website: www.tcvend.com

READY to Rent BC seeks an Executive Director/Business Development for a full-time 9-month renewable contract, starting Sept 2/14. See www.readytorentbc.net for info and posting.

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051. CLINICAL Counsellor required for North Island Survivorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Healing Society - Trauma & Abuse Counselling Ctr., Campbell River 21 hr/wk contract with renewal potential Please apply to contact@nishs.ca

HEAVY DUTY Mechanic to work in private shop on farm. We have several semi trucks hauling farm products as well as farm tractors. Job would include maintenance on all equipment, as well as repairs as necessary, clutch, wheel seals, some welding, etc. This is a full time year round position. Call 250-838-6630 or email: leolorie@uniserve.com.

UNFILED TAX Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 1855-668-8089. (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)

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CNIB IS looking for long-term vision mates, age 18 and up, to assist clients in Sidney and Brentwood Bay with reading, errands and social visits, 2 hours per week. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

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LOST AND FOUND FOUND RING in Royal Roads near Lagoon on Tuesday, June 3. Call to identify. (250)478-5279. LOST- black wallet, fell from roof of my car, Brentwood area. If found please Call (250)544-4322. LOST: WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S summer shall, black w/white design/tassels on Beacon Ave, near 4th St. Treasured, reward offered. Leah, (250)652-7685.

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COMPUTERS/INFO SYSTEMS LEAD TECHNICIAN

Blackapple Cellular of 2608 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC, V8T 4E4, is looking for a lead technician with experience in the following fields: â&#x20AC;˘Experience & understanding of PCB boards. â&#x20AC;˘Ability to test/repair/reprogram/replace PCB embedded microcontrollers and processors. â&#x20AC;˘ BGA repair experience. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience with luminaries & UV adhesives. â&#x20AC;˘Programming experience with C, C++ & Java. â&#x20AC;˘Assembly Language Programming. â&#x20AC;˘Experience with Unix Operating system. â&#x20AC;˘Extensive experience with hot air, reflow solder & infrared soldering. â&#x20AC;˘Good verbal and written English language skills. â&#x20AC;˘Multi-language and asset. Monday- Friday shifts. $2500/month, benefit plan offered after 3 months. E-mail resumes to: admin@blackapplecellular.com

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Part Time ClassiďŹ ed Paginator Black Press Community Newspapers requires a Part Time Paginator in our Victoria ofďŹ ce. This is an entry-level opportunity and while this is not a design position, some ad building will be required. The successful candidate will have a good knowledge of InDesign, as well as a basic knowledge of PhotoShop and Adobe Acrobat. Other skills required include a good working knowledge of either Mac or PC platform and a willingness to learn the other, the ability to be focused and to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and to think independently and be a good problem solver. Additionally, the ability to learn several industry speciďŹ c software packages is a must. Candidates must be willing to work day shifts Monday to Wednesday, totaling approximately 21 hours a week. Black Press is Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest independent newspaper group with over 150 community, daily and urban papers located in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio. To apply, please send your resume to: Loralee Smyth, Operations Manager 818 Broughton Street, Victoria BC V8W 1E4 or email lsmyth@blackpress.ca with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Paginatorâ&#x20AC;? in the subject line. Deadline to apply is June 20, 2014 www.blackpress.ca

HAIR STYLISTS $500 Hiring Bonus. Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Must have hairstyling qualifications. Guaranteed $11/hr, benefits, paid overtime, vacation pay, 25% profit sharing, paid birthday, advanced training and advancement opportunities For an interview call 866-472-4339

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requires a Hooktender for their logging operations on North Vancouver Island. Union rates and benefits apply. Fax or email resumes to: 250-287-9259 info@hdlogging.com PORT HARDY-Available immediately on North Vancouver Island working Body shop Manager. Also needing Painter/Body man. Assets include computer literacy, ICBC estimating certification, customer service skills. Send resumes to Attention cory@gm.com or fax 250-9497440.

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MEDICAL/DENTAL ORAL SURGERY office needs CDA with DAANCE certification for 1-2 days/wk. Call Dr. Elizabeth Johnstone. (250)370-1900.

TRADES, TECHNICAL PCL ENERGY- Now Hiring Journeyperson Pipefitters ($40 +/hr) and Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and benefits. Email resume: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com

VOLUNTEERS

FRIENDS UNITING for Nature Society is seeking a media coordinator to document their summer camps and promote media relations. A volunteer coordinator also wanted. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-3862269. VICTORIA INTERNATIONAL Buskers Festival, July 18-27, needs volunteers for various positions including runners for temporary duties, stage managers, set-up, information booth, and merchandise sales. Shifts are available in daytime or evening. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269. VICTORIA WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Transition House, seeking board members. http://www.transi tionhouse.net/news-events/

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO PHOTOGRAPHY SCAN services. Preserve any negative or picture, colour or B/W. Put on a flash drive, DVD or Power Point. Easy to access, easy to store. Memories forever moving. (250)812-3387.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE UNDER $400 SOFA - DOUBLE Hideabed, 1 year old, $400 - excellent condition - hardly used, gray fabric. Call 250-478-3606.

FREE ITEMS AB LOUNGE II- new, never used, $60. Call 250-6582966.

FRIENDLY FRANK 1876 USA Centennial Exhibition Jacquard/coverlet, 80x24â&#x20AC;?. $75. obo (250)656-8720. 2 MATCHING multi-coloured twin bed in a bag sets, never used, $10/e (250)656-5618. 2 SUN Lounges, white w/blue cushions, $25/pair. Call (250)654-0907. 3 FRAMED pictures $30. Childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s table $28. Dining room chair $41. (250)652-2012. HERTERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FLY tying and tackle making manual and manufactures guide, $15. Call (250)477-1819. INGLIS WASHER & Dryer, $90. Call (250)544-4933. ITALIAN MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Dress pants (35w) 3 pr., $5/each. Phoney Rolex (L) $45. (778)265-1615.

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PERSONAL TRAINER Fitness exercise ball, purple, $15. (250)598-0750.

FUEL/FIREWOOD 32 Years of being 'an Island Original' Join us now - We're Growing! Many positions now open:

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

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Contact us with your resume today! Attention: Lyall Woznesensky Quality@QualityFoods.com Quality Foods is a Platinum Member of the Canada's Best Managed Companies program, with eleven award-winning stores on Vancouver Island and Powell River. (Opening soon in Langford!) To learn more about QF and browse our current postings, go to QualityFoods.com

BARGAIN FIREWOOD; Seasoned split and delivered. Call Dave at (250)686-6601.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE ARE YOU $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-3511783. GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

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HUGE DOWNSIZING SALE30% off all plants. 7th to 30th June. Brentwood Bay Nurseries, 1395 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay. KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate bugs- guaranteed. No mess, odorless, long lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot. NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division.

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CARS

1268 SQ FT for storage only. $800/mo. Available now. Call (778)403-5309.

$50 to $1000

WANTED DOUBLE garage in Oak Bay/Fairfield for Classic car storage. (250)598-9496.

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OFFICE CORNER computer desks. 2 desks, beech and green laminate with keyboard tray, filing drawer and stationary drawer. 24â&#x20AC;? x 72â&#x20AC;?, formerly used in professional office but would also suit home/student use. Excellent condition. Asking $150 each or $250 for both. Call Jim at 250-6561151, ext.126. SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. VARIETY OF office furniture, etc including desks, filing cabinets, tables, steno chairs. Going cheap, make us an offer! See at Peninsula News Review, call for an appointment. 250-656-1151, ext. 126.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED ANTIQUES, BOOKS, collectibles, furniture, china, jewelry. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700 FIREARMS: ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. Call 1-866960-0045 Or visit online at: www.dollars4guns.com

AFFORDABLE AND quiet. 55+ community in Ladysmith. Home of the famous Festival of Lights!!!! Carefree manufactured homes on easy care lots for as low as $119,700. Low monthly lot fee. On transit. Close to parks, community centre, pool and amazing trails. Only 50 minutes from Victoria and less than 20 minutes to Nanaimo. New Home Warranty. Contact Duck Paterson @ 250-246-0637 or email: info@lmfhomes.ca COUNTRY living at its finest! Nestled amongst seaside farms and quiet country roads this full acre property enjoys all the charms of rural living while conveniently located just minutes to farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s markets, shops, restaurants and worldclass golf courses. 1700 sq. ft main residence with 3 bed/2 ba PLUS detached 600 sq ft garage with fully contained studio above. Gorgeous established fully-fenced and flat garden, chicken coup and amazing whimsical garden shed with loft! 3766 DUKE ROAD. MLS # 335887. $649,000.00 Susanna Crofton, RE/MAX Camosun. 250.888.6648

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1 & 2 Bdrm suites & cabins. Perched on a cliffside with panoramic ocean vista, overlooking The Saanich Inlet. Serene & secure. All amenities on-site, firewood. $500-$1200 inclds utils. Monthly/Weekly. Pets ok with refs. 25 min commute to downtown Victoria. Must have references! Call 250-478-9231.

1 Bdrm Suites in Sooke

From $675 per mo Refs required.

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FRASER TOLMIE APARTMENTS 1701 Cedar Hill X Road (at Shelbourne St) Deluxe 1 & 2 bdrm suites Beautiful grounds with resort style amenities INQUIRE TODAY: 250.477.6323 or frasertolmie@bentall kennedy.com www.frasertolmie.ca Proudly Managed By Bentall Kennedy Residential Services LAVENDER CO-OP accepting applications for a 1 bdrm, $620/mo. Quiet area, sm pet ok, W/D hook up, insuite storage, lrg bright kitchen. Gross income $25,000.+ share purchase is $2,500. Applications available in the glass case outside the Community Hall at 10A-620 Judah St.

250-686-3933

SUITES, LOWER ESQUIMALT 2-BDRM, Harbour views, sunroom, $900. 961 Esquimalt Rd (rear). Avail immed. (250)474-4453.

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Bright lg Bach 1,2,3 br. Units Fully reno 5 min drive to DT Victoria Full time on site manager

Move in today 250-588-9799

ESQUIMALT. 2-BDRM near Naden. NS/NP. Partially furn., yard. W/D. Grnd level. Avail now. $1000/mo 250-385-3965

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HOMES FOR RENT LADYSMITH: 3 bdrm, 2 storey home, D/W, small yard, NS/NP, $895/mo. Avail July 1st. Call 1-250-248-4816.

CHEVROLET Cavalier Z24, 3.1 Litre. Only 70,000 km on rebuilt motor. Newer Luc High Performance clutch, 5-speed trans, near new Yokohama tires. Red, sun roof, mint interior, power doors/windows (new motors and regulators). Pioneer stereo w/iPod adapter, Pioneer 6x9 3-way speakers. Original owner, have all receipts. $2500. Chris, 250-5950370 leave message.

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1998 GMC SAFARI Passenger Van, 164,000 km, inspected. $3000. Call Tom at Esso Hillside & Shelbourne, 250592-2455.

LOG HOME Lake Cowichan, water access, (250)745-3880. view: nissamrealty.com.

Unique Building Must see

2 BDRM Very quiet, ocean views, Clean, well maintained. Laundry, Sauna, Elevator, Hot Water, Heat. (250) 388-9384

Scrap Junk Running or Not! Cars Trucks Vans

SIDNEY- SMALL quiet Bldg. Sunny, 1 bdrm+ den, 1 bath, 2 balcony condo, view overlooking Sidney Island & Mt. Baker. Stainless F/S,D/W, with access to W/D. Newly Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d updated. NS/NP. Walking distance to all amenities & bus. 25 min commute to downtown Victoria. $1300. Must have Refs. Call (250)658-8591.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION GOLDSTREAM AREA- 1400 sq ft, newly furnished, w/d, d/w, a/c, big deck & yard, hidef TV, parking. Working male only. $650 inclusive. Call Ray 778-433-1233.

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

PND SOIL & GRAVEL MART. Garden manure/compost. Self pick-up, we load. $25./ yard. 1119 Finney Rd 250-478-3322

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

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

EXPERIENCED JOURNEYMAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fair rates. Insured. Reliable, friendly. Great references. Call Mike at KNA (250)880-0104.

ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi

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

TAX

250-477-4601

CARPENTRY BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748.

CLEANING SERVICES AFFORDABLE! SUPPLIES & vacuum incldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. All lower Island areas. 250-385-5869. EXP. HOUSECLEANER and home care, bondable, have own supplies except vacuum, $20/hr. Call (250)220-4965

â&#x20AC;˘ 29 yrs experience â&#x20AC;˘ All home renos

Call Steven 250-381-4123 DRYWALL

BEAT MY Price! Best workmanship. 38 years experience. Call Mike, 250-475-0542.

ELECTRICAL (250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic. #3003. 30yrs exp. Renos, Knob & Tube Replacement. Sr.Disc.No job too big or small 250-361-6193 Quality Electric Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779. 250-858-7004; COMPETITIVE rates. Res/Comm. AA Clarke Electric Ltd. Lic#100789

BARBER CEMENT Finishing; Driveways, sidewalks, patios, form work. Free est. 40 yrs exp. Call (250)704-9053.

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

CONTRACTORS soL DESIGN-BUILD. Handicap accessibility design & installations. Res./Comm. Renovations & new construction. Dan (250)661-7316.

GARYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413.

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CONCRETE & PLACING

RBC CONCRETE Finishing. All types of concrete work. No job too small. Seniors discount. Call 250-386-7007.

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

250-216-9476; LANDSCAPE carpentry design and build. BBB/Insured. Accepting new contracts. www.ftguland.com

GNC ELECTRIC Res/Comm. Reasonable rates for quality work. #43619. 250-883-7632. KENDRAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.

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

COURIER/DELIVERY SERVICES

FURNITURE REFINISHING

WESLEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ONE Hour Courier Service. Starting at $7.00 up. Call 250-920-9024.

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

250-479-7950 FREE ESTIMATES â&#x20AC;˘ Lawn Maintenance â&#x20AC;˘ Landscaping â&#x20AC;˘ Hedge Trimming â&#x20AC;˘ Tree Pruning â&#x20AC;˘ Yard Cleanups â&#x20AC;˘ Gardening/Weeding â&#x20AC;˘ Aeration, Odd Jobs NO SURPRISES NO MESS www.hollandave.ca

(250) 858-0588 - Tree Service - Landscaping - Lawn & Garden Clean ups - Hedge trimming & Pruning - Pressure washing - Gutters Free estimates * WCB www.mowtime.ca AURICLE- Spring cleanups, lawns. Call for all your garden needs. 250-882-3129. DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141 GARDEN OVERGROWN? Weeding, lawn cuts, cleanups, pruning. John Kaiser 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236. LANDSCAPE & TREE- lawns, hedges, tree pruning, gardening, landscaping. WCB. 18 yrs exp. Andrew 250-893-3465.

JUNK BOX- Junk Removal Company. Local guys. Low rates. Call (250)658-3944. PARRYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS 250-507-6543. ALâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, power washing, de-moss, Insured. ABBA EXTERIORS Gutter cleaning & repairs. Seniors discounts. WCB, Insured. Free estimates. (778)433-9275. (250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free est.

HANDYPERSONS BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Painting, Repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071. HANDYMAN- Light Maintenance & Repair. Call for estimate. (250)818-2709. STUCCO, Hardy Plank siding, painting, carpentry & roofing. Free est. Dan 250-391-9851.

PETEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HAUL A DAY- Junk removal. Airforce guy. Call 250-888-1221. SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitchen/bath, wood floors, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877 JACK NASH, serving Victoria over 30 yrs. I do it all! Free est WCB. 250-881-3886.

HOME REPAIRS FAST AND Reliable Plumbing Repairs, 24/7. Call Parker Dean for your next plumbing job. Present this ad and get $50 off. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.

HAULING AND SALVAGE

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

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

YOUR Home Solutions. Pro painting; deck, fence & reno carpentry. Nick 250-686-8502.

MASONRY & BRICKWORK CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Natural & Veneered Stone. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Quality is our Guaranteeâ&#x20AC;?. Free Competitive Estimates. (250)294-9942/(250)589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com JOHNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S STONEWORK. Free estimates. Over 30 years experience. (250)595-6099. RAIN HAPPENS Landscape & Stonework. Call Nicolaas at (250)920-5108.

MOVING & STORAGE (250)858-6747. WRIGHT Bros Moving. $70./hour. 4 ton/lift. Sr. disc. Free est. Call Philip.

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

PLASTERING PATCHES,Drywall, skimming, match the textures, coves, fireplaces. Bob, 250-516-5178.

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

STUCCO/SIDING PATCHES, ADDITIONS, restucco, renos, chimney, waterproofing. Bob, 250-516-5178.

TILING

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

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

PAINTING

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

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United Way ‘invests’ $4.9M in Greater Victoria region United Way is investing $4.9 million to a network of social services serving Greater Victoria’s most vulnerable citizens. The contribution is focused on addressing the region’s pressing social issues related to children, poverty and building a “strong and caring community,” said the United Way of Greater Victoria in a press release. Investment highlights include: resources to support employment training and financial literacy, youth mentorship programs and services to combat social isolation. United Way is also increasing its efforts in the fast-growing West Shore communities. “United Way is a leader in the social service sector with its dual role as a fundraiser and com-

Organ rock stars perform at Christ Church Cathedral Some of the best organists in the Cascadia region will perform June 13 and June 20 at Christ Church Cathedral, 930 Burdett Ave. Seattle organists Joseph Adam, who has performed extensively across Europe and North America, shows off his fast fingers this Friday. Next week, see Seattle organ performance doctorate student Christopher Howerter, who has won numerous first awards. Tickets $15 at Munro’s Books, Ivy’s Books or at the door.

munity funder. We aim to address the immediate needs of the community on an annual basis while creating long-term strategies to target the root causes of social issues,” said Patricia Jelinski, CEO at United Way. “Our role is also to increase awareness, address misconceptions and engage individuals and bring partners together across the region to build a strong and caring community.” While United Way is most visible during its fall workplace campaign, the organization is a yearround fundraiser and community funder. For more information on the United Way of Greater Victoria, please call 250-385-6708 or visit its website at uwgv.ca. editor@vicnews.com

Soccer tournament raises $60,000 for Hospice care mesothelioma, a cancer caused by asbestos exposure. This year, organizers attempted to break the Guinness World Record for most consecutive soccer passes of more than 12 yards. They came up about 100 people short for the world record, but set a new Canadian record. Hyslop and Steiner intend to try for the world record again next year. Players raised money through pledges, door-to-door canvassing, bakes sales and online fundraising. After the event wrapped up, donor Rudi Hoenson stepped in with a $6,000 donation to bring the total to more than $60,000.

The Anneswer to Cancer annual fundraising soccer tournament brought in a record $60,000 to support end-of-life care at Victoria Hospice and set a new Canadian record for the most consecutive soccer passes. The fourth annual fundraiser was started by Brett Hyslop and Steph Steiner of World Cup Soccer Camp in memory of Steiner’s mother, Anne, who died at Victoria Hospice in 2010. The event brings out hundreds of children, youth and families for a day of fun and fundraising. The event is run by volunteers and raises funds for Victoria Hospice while raising awareness about

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Introducing three new options to go blue. The new recycling schedule runs from June 1, 2014 through April 30, 2015 and now it’s available in three great options. You can download a schedule from the CRD website and print it at home. You can request to have a schedule mailed to you. Or download our free smartphone app and receive your schedule – plus recycling news and updates like our new glass recycling program – via text message, email, voicemail or Twitter. The choice is entirely yours. For details visit www.crd.bc.ca or call the CRD Hotline at 250.360.3030. www.crd.bc.ca

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CHURCH DIRECTORY Your Guide to Local Houses of Worship Parish of St. Peter & St. Paul Rev. Lon Towstego

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Sunday Service 8:30 am and 10:30 am Sunday School at the 10:30 service, best suited to children 5-12 years.

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We’re looking for community-minded individuals who want to help shape Victoria’s future. The City of Victoria is accepting applications from citizens to serve on committees to provide advice on a variety of important topics. • Advisory Design Panel • Heritage Advisory Panel • Art in Public Places Committee • Board of Variance Application deadline: Thursday, July 3

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