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While a Victoria firefighter is down under dodging kangaroos on his bicycle, an Australian firefighter is in Victoria layering up to keep out the colder weather. The reason? It’s the result of an international exchange in which two families have swapped lives for one year. Andrew Wood, lead firefighter at the Metropolitan Fire Brigade in Melbourne, Australia arrived in Victoria with his wife in mid-March. For the last two years, he’s worked with both the Melbourne Fire
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my interest as I felt that an exchange would provide me and my family with tremendous career and life experiences,” said Rutherford. Rutherford, who is now living in Melbourne with his wife and two daughters, is doing a complete house and car swap with Wood. Wood said the biggest shocks when he got here were the cold and the bigger food portions. “[I’m] having to keep the exercise up while I’m over here,” he said. One thing Rutherford said he misses is being able to function as a family without a vehicle as they do in Victoria. “Work is now an hour-long commute into Melbourne by train instead of a 10 minute walk,” said Rutherford.
The City of Victoria has begun making internal operational changes to the $92.8-million Johnson Street Bridge replacement project after an independent review last month questioned its viability. Consultant Jonathan Huggett, who has since been named interim project director, put forth eight recommendations to fix the project. Mayor Dean Fortin said the city is already putting them into place, in hopes the project can still finish on time and on budget. “We were surprised to hear what Huggett had to say,” said Fortin, “but we’re grateful the review came early. We still have time to take corrective measures.” Among the recommendations are a change in leadership, which the review most heavily criticized. The report also found cooperation between the city and their various contractors was lacking. Along with the city appointing Huggett as project director, PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc. and MMM Group have also replaced their leadership in an attempt to repair the strained relationships among each other.
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Douse that cigarette Last week the Coastal Fire Centre ordered a ban on open burning (including campfires) throughout a region that includes Victoria and its surrounding parks and forests. The aim is to prevent human-caused fires from diverting resources from other parts of the province where they are desperately needed. Currently there are more than a dozen significant fires burning in the province, with some forcing people from their homes. So far, Vancouver Island has been spared any major fire. In our area, we’ve had a few grass fires. But none of us should be fooled into thinking the forest fire risk is any less serious here. The campfire and open burning ban hopes to stem any accidental fires as people continue to enjoy the outdoors. It also bans fireworks, burn barrels and even “tiki torches.” But it can only go so far. It doesn’t stop the idiots who think a tossed cigarette will automatically extinguish itself once it leaves the car window. Or the ones who think butting out in a patio flower box, filled with bone-dry material, is a safe option. British Columbia has all too many examples of fires started through such carelessness. In 2003 the small town of Barriere was destroyed by fire, started by a tossed cigarette butt. Here in Victoria and Esquimalt, firefighters are routinely called out to douse bark mulch and grass fires that not only tap resources, but could pose an even greater threat if they get out of control. There are enough naturally occurring fires every year in B.C. We don’t need to add to that number through negligence and thoughtlessness.
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Summertime and drinking is easy anyone used it. The B.C. government’s move to Penticton has had its share of ease liquor restrictions is undergoing experience with summer bashes its hot summer test, and music gone bad. For B.C. Day it inherited festivals are only part of it. the Boonstock Music and Arts Premier Christy Clark’s festival, sent packing from government loves its a small community in populist gestures, and Alberta after complaints of as with increasing rural rowdy crowds and crime, highway speed limits, the so Penticton officials were negative effects have yet understandably cautious. to be quantified. Boonstock organizers Free-range drinking, were refused a provincial or removing fences from liquor licence after festival beer gardens, is struggling to arrange one of the moves that security and emergency will be undergoing a postservices. The festival mortem as communities Tom Fletcher licence process is likely clean up after their big B.C. Views getting renewed attention summer parties. these days. One of the biggest, the After attending the recent Calgary Squamish Valley Music Festival with Folk Festival, where the beer garden headline acts Arcade Fire, Bruno was securely fenced and the capacity Mars and Eminem, is still to come, monitored, I’m wondering what is Aug. 8 to 10. Country fans gathered really achieved by these measures. over the long weekend for Sunfest Litter and empties were contained, in the Cowichan Valley, with the but since under-aged festival visitors Rockin’ River Musicfest in Mission are allowed into the serving area, it’s coming up next. not clear to me whether the fence (Another big bash next weekend was ever worth the effort. is Shambhala, the popular electronic It’s unlikely that there will be music event on a farm near Nelson, riots at farm markets as a result of but alcohol is officially banned there allowing sales of locally made beer, and their big issue is controlling the wine and spirits, or from relaxing effects of “ecstasy” and other rave rules for operation of winery tasting drugs.) Early reviews of free-range festivals rooms. But there are more reforms to come. have been positive. Victoria’s Rock New regulations are on the way for the Shores event went smoothly the Agricultural Land Reserve. As it without a fenced-in area for alcohol sales. Festival organizers did create a stands, farms are allowed to have a fenced “dry” area, but I’m told hardly winery or cidery, but not a brewery
or distillery. Expect that to be changed as B.C. and other provinces strive to develop their craft beer and spirits industry, trying to emulate the tourism benefits that have come from an expanding wine industry. One area where the B.C. government has screwed up is its minimum pricing rules, introduced along with the overdue move to allow “happy hour” discounts in pubs. The minimum price of 25 cents an ounce for beer, 60 cents an ounce for wine and $3 an ounce for hard liquor was an effort to balance businessfriendly policy with legitimate public health concern about overconsumption. But the minimum beer price prompted protests from a few watering holes that had been selling pints or jugs of beer for slightly less. Some media made a big deal of this, and the government over-reacted to this tempest in a beer stein with an ill-thought-out cut in the minimum price to 20 cents an ounce – for beer in jugs only. The pub industry was not impressed with this bit of knee-jerk populism. Encouraging beer jug sales makes it difficult to see if someone at a table of revelers is being overserved, drinking most of the jug himself. ••• Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.
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A room to stimulate the senses and calm anxiousness is now open at Aberdeen Hospital, a care facility on Hillside Avenue. The therapeutic sensory room, or the “Snoezelen Room,” is filled with elements such as coloured lights, bubble tubes and fibre optic cables. It is for any patient or staff member to go into when feeling anxious or need time out to relax, said Johanne Hemond, recreation therapist at Aberdeen Hospital. “It’s an opportunity to take some time out, which is really important in a facility like this,” said Hemond. “These people don’t have [the] privilege like we do to just get out of the building and go places where they know they can relax. So this gives them [an] area where they can do that.” Snoezelen is a mix of two Dutch verbs. Snuffelen, meaning to seek out or explore, and doezelen, meaning to relax. Dutch therapists created Snoezelen in the 1970s when they found success using sensory-stimulating objects as a kind of therapy. Completed at the end of May, Aberdeen’s therapeutic sensory room officially opened earlier this month. It was funded by Island
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inside the museum and make sure you cheer on the combatants in the fight ring outside. Discover the vital role Vikings played as traders and craftspeople, as visitors are invited to decide for themselves if the Vikings’ fierce reputation is justified. Vikings Are Here runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 9 and Aug. 10. On Aug. 21 join Dr. Erin McGuire, from the University of Victoria, for a guided tour through Vikings: Lives Beyond the Legends. McGuire will focus on some of the most important and interesting objects out of the 500-plus artifacts in the exhibition. Tours run at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Provincial Carillonneur Rosemary Laing will be playing live concerts 21 metres above the ground in the Netherlands Centennial Carillon at the Royal B.C. Museum at 3 p.m. on Sundays starting Aug. 10. For more event listings please visit royalbcmuseum.bc.ca. editor@vicnews.com
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1Up Single Parent Resource Centre is seeking caring individuals to participate in the Peer Helper for Single Parents volunteer training. Successful candidates will receive training to provide resource-focused support for single parents. Training will run once a week from September 18 to November 20 from 12:00-2:30pm..
Interested individuals please contact Raina Pierce at: raina@1-up.ca or call 250.385.1114 APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING
• Certified Home Study Course • Jobs Registered Across Canada • Gov. Certified www.RMTI.ca / 604.681.5456 or 1.800.665.8339
HELP WANTED An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
SAVE ON FOODS MEMORIAL CENTRE JANITORIAL STAFF ALL SHIFTS âœąDays. âœąEvent. âœąNight Exciting opportunity to work in sports & entertainment. Hours are event driven Contact Deb: 250-220-2638 or fax resume to 250-220-7887
MEDICAL/DENTAL
VOLUNTEERS BIG BROTHERS Big Sisters invites mentoring volunteers to meet with a child for one hour per week at an elementary school during the school year. Time can be devoted to arts & crafts, reading, or sports. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-3862269.
TRAVEL TIMESHARE CANCEL YOUR TimeshareNo Risk Program, Stop Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Free Consultation. Call Us Now. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248.
TRAVEL FOUNTAIN OF Youth RV Resort offers more Winter Vacation for Less money. Hot mineral springs, events, activities, fitness, entertainment. Web: foyspa.com or 888-800-0772.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
RENTALS
PETS
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
APARTMENT/CONDO
REG SCHIPPERKE PUPPIES “small loyal breed’’ 250-722-3911
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE OFFICE CORNER computer desks, beech and green laminate with keyboard tray, filing drawer and stationary drawer. 72�x60�x24�, formerly used in professional office but would also suit home/student use. Excellent condition. Asking $100 obo. Call Jim at 250656-1151, ext.126. STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
VICTORIA WOMEN’S Transition House, seeking board members. http://www.transi tionhouse.net/news-events/ YM-YWCA DOWNTOWN seeks a recreational volleyball coordinator for Saturday afternoons. Must know rules and have first aid training. Other positions available. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.
PERSONAL SERVICES MIND BODY & SPIRIT KRIPALU MASSAGE, Reiki, Acupressure, Chair Massage. I have relaxed clients that have been with me for 5-12 years. See testimonials on website. Women only. Call 250-514-6223 or visit online at: www.andreakober.com
HOLISTIC HEALTH TragerŽ Bodywork allows you to move more freely with less pain and tension. You’ll feel deeply relaxed & have greater mental clarity. Rae Bilash
CertiďŹ ed Trager Practitioner Women only, call for appt. 250-380-8733 www.raebilash.ca * Also Hot Stone Massage
FINANCIAL SERVICES
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED AUCTIONS ONLINE AUCTION - Salmon Arm: Equipment & Recreation Event! Modified snowmobile, boat, sled trailer, Suzuki bike, gang edger for planks - more! www.mcdougallauction.com Phone Mike: 1-250-833-1400, 1-800-263-4193 DL#319916.
FREE ITEMS FREE: SCREEN door and aluminum lawn chairs, you pick up. Call (250)382-9701.
REGISTERED NURSES
CORNER CABINET, shelves, glass doors, (250)380-7559.
Interested individuals are encouraged to Fax resume to our Burnaby ofďŹ ce: 1-866-686-7435 or e-mail: pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca
TRADES, TECHNICAL
LEATHER SOFA- dark green, good condition. $50. Call (778)433-4337. LG CELL phone, almost new w/leather magnetic case, $68. Ask for Mike,(778)432-2822.
HEAVY DUTY MACHINERY
STRATHCONA COUNTY, Alberta requires a full-time Licensed Heavy Duty or Automotive Technician with thorough knowledge of heavy equipment, including vehicle and bus repair. Competitive compensation and work-life balance in Alberta’s energy and agricultural heartland. Visit www.strathcona.ca/careers
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GRANT MANOR 6921 Grant Rd. Sooke, BC
Renovated 1 bdrm suites
From $675 per mo To view call
250-642-1900
REAL ESTATE HOUSES FOR SALE
DOZEN ASSORTED Bernadine jars & a 1.2L electric kettle, new, $12. (250)383-4578.
FUEL/FIREWOOD
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.
FRASER TOLMIE APARTMENTS 1701 Cedar Hill X Road (at Shelbourne St) Deluxe 1 & 2 bdrm suites Beautiful grounds with resort style amenities INQUIRE TODAY: 250.477.6323 or frasertolmie@bentall kennedy.com www.frasertolmie.ca Proudly Managed By Bentall Kennedy Residential Services
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ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.
Employee BeneďŹ t Package Available!
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. 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.com.
2 BDRM Very quiet, ocean views, Clean, well maintained. Laundry, Sauna, Elevator, Hot Water, Heat. (250) 388-9384
FRIENDLY FRANK
NEW 16� early American crystal bowl + dispenser, $35. Call (250)477-5798. Bayshore Home Health is currently seeking Registered Nurses to support our Pediatric /Adolescent clients for home care in the Greater Victoria areas. Pediatric experience is an asset. We do offer client specific training and support as required. If you are an RN and enjoy working with children, we would love to hear from you.
ESQUIMALT
Unique Building Must see
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
CANADIAN CANCER Society seeks a sponsorship coordinator with ties to business and local sponsors to obtain donations for a fund-raising event in February. Other positions available. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.
LOST AND FOUND FOUND SET of keys, on Dallas Rd. Call to claim, 250-3813096.
PETS
COURT BAILIFF Sale. The assets of TRIGON TRUCKING LTD. pursuant to a Federal Court Writ of Seizure and Sale CaterPillar 330 Log Loader(s) and more‌ Saturday - 9 August 2014 at 1100 Hours (PDT). For more info, visit www.jeffersonsauctioneering. com or telephone (250) 9512246 or 1-877-716-1177.
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
REAL ESTATE SERVICES ONLINE AUCTION: 60 acre idyllic Mountain Ranch with buildings located on Foghorn Creek, Clearwater, British Columbia. View at www.mcdougallauction.com. Call Mike: 1250-833-1400 or 1-800-2634193. DL#319916.
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO
KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com
NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division.
VIEW ROYAL Victoria’s Hidden Gem!
Christie Point Apts 2818-3037 Craigowan Road Reno’d suites: 2 & 3 Bdrm & 3 Bdrm T/H Pool & canoe rack T/H have w/d hook-ups On a 15 acre peninsula 15 min to downtown
RENT NOW!
On-site mgmnt. Open Daily! 1-888-903-0671 www.realstar.ca
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate bugs- guaranteed. No mess, odorless, long lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot.
SIDNEY. PATIO condo 45+, 1100 sq.ft. Upgraded 2-bdrm, 2 bath. N/P. Heat, H/W, locker, parking. $1350.(250)654-0230
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COLWOOD- LRG 3 bdrm apt, 1300sq ft, new reno. $1350 inclds satellite, water, garbage. Pets ? Available September 1. (250)478-7062. SIDNEY- 1 bdrm condo “The Landmark�, overlooking marina, 28’ balcony, recently reno’d, walk-in shower, in suite W/D, locker, secure under grd prking. NS/NP. $1050+ utils. Refs req’d. (250)656-9272. (9am-8pm).
LANGFORD- 3 bdrm upper duplex. Fenced yard, W/D. Off-street prkg, centrally located. $1200 water, garbage included. Call 250-478-6552.
BUYING - RENTING- SELLING Call 250.388.3535
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RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING
AUTO FINANCING
CARS
We Buy Cars!
THE GLENSHIEL We are unique!
$50 to $1000
Bedsitting rooms, 3 full meals a day, housekeeping. In the heart of Victoria by the Museum. Family Atmosphere. BEST DEAL IN TOWN! Available immediately for 55 years & up. Summer discount; move in by October 1st and pay $1135 for the ďŹ rst 6 months. Some conditions apply.
Scrap Junk Running or Not! Cars Trucks Vans
FREE TOW AWAY
250-686-3933 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
Phone today, Laurie 250-383-4164
1996 27.5’ Class C Ultrasport motor home. 107,000 km. New microwave & Fantastic fan. Walk around queen bed, clean, good shape. $15,000. Call (250)385-4112.
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.
MARINE BOATS 1995 2300 Classic Malibu Sunbridge $20,500 includes trailer. Full load. Immaculate. 830hrs. For details & photos call: (1)250.826.4332 or e-mail: randymartin@shaw.ca
SUITES, LOWER BEAR MTN area- suite in new house, 2 bdrms, ground floor. Laundry. $1150. inclds utils. Great views. 250-886-7755. GLANFORD: 2 bdrm, $900/mo utils incld’d. N/P. Avail. Aug. 1. (250)479-9310. SOOKE, 1 Bdrm + office. Lrg, grnd level. c/w f/p, office, lndry rm, storage. Utilities incl, $850 n/s,n/d, ref. req. 250-589-5337
SUITES, UPPER
AUTO SERVICES
SELL YOUR CAR... FAST!
$$$ TOP CA$H PAID $$$. For ALL unwanted Vehicles, any condition. Call (250)885-1427.
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LANGFORD. 2-BDRM, main level. W/D. $1200./mo. N/S. indoor cat ok. (250)516-6141.
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LOOKING FOR AN Auction Bedroom Suite Couch Deli Esthetics Fuel Garage Sale House Investments Jungle Gym Kiln Living Room Suite Moving Company Nail Care Open House Poultry Quilt Rolling Pin Sail Boat Venetian Blinds Window Washer Xylophone Yard Work Zebra
You can Make a Difference One Youth at a Time
All young people need adults in their lives to talk to, depend on and assist them in creating positive change. Our Care Homes have provided this kind of support for thousands of youth in our community. Boys & Girls Clubs are looking for people who will open their home to a youth who needs some stability and support in getting their life back on track. Do you have... ➤ a flexible schedule? ➤ no small children at home? ➤ have a passion to support young people?
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If so, we want to hear from you! For more information call 250.516.5130 or email jtoombs@bgcvic.org
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SERVICE DIRECTORY
MAYFAIR- 3 bdrms, yard, patio, NS/NP. $1400. Avail. now. Call (250)479-4112.
250.388.3535
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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING
CONTRACTORS
GARDENING
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ACCOUNTING Vida Samimi
MASTER CARPENTER does restorations, renovations, sun decks, fences. Good rates, work guaranteed. No job too small. Ward (250)881-0296.
Certified General Accountant/ CPA Bookkeeping, Payroll, HST. Set up & Training. E-File
TAX
250-477-4601
CARPENTRY BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748. JEREMIAH’S CARPENTRY Specializing in small indoor and outdoor jobs and repairs. 20 yrs exp. Licensed, insured, registered. (250)857-1269.
CLEANING SERVICES 15+ YEARS exp., cheerful cleaner w/ own supplies. Senior discounts. (778)432-3588. AFFORDABLE! SUPPLIES & vacuum incld’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
CONCRETE & PLACING BARBER CEMENT Finishing; Driveways, sidewalks, patios, form work. Free est. 40 yrs exp. Call (250)704-9053. RBC CONCRETE Finishing. All types of concrete work. No job too small. Seniors discount. Call 250-386-7007.
CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS 250.388.3535
DRYWALL BEAT MY Price! Best workmanship. 38 years experience. Call Mike, 250-475-0542. BEAT MY PRICE! Taping, boarding, painting. Free Est. (250)885-1652
ELECTRICAL 250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779. AT&T ELECTRIC. Renovations. Residential & Commercial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550. GNC ELECTRIC Res/Comm. Reasonable rates for quality work. #43619. 250-883-7632. KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991. NORTHERN SUN Electric Comm/Res. $40/hr. Work Guaranteed. Any size job. (250)888-6160. Lic#13981.
FENCING ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.
GARDENING (250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Landscaping and bed design. River rock or patio stones. Blackberry/Ivy removal. Yard clean-up. Ref’s avail. 25 yr exp 250-216-9476; LANDSCAPE carpentry design and build. BBB/Insured. Accepting new contracts. www.ftguland.com
BLACKBERRY CLEARINGWeedeater miracles! Hedges, hauling + more. John Kaiser 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236. DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141 LANDSCAPE & TREE- lawns, hedges, tree pruning, gardening, landscaping. WCB. 18 yrs exp. Andrew 250-893-3465.
YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR CLASSIFIEDS
250.388.3535
HANDYPERSONS BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Painting, Repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071. HOUSE & Yard repairs. no job too small. OAP Discounts, free est. Andy, (250)886-3383. SENIOR HANDYMAN. Assists do-it-yourselfers. Household repairs. Fred, 250-888-5345 STUCCO, Hardy Plank siding, painting, carpentry & roofing. Free est. Dan 250-391-9851.
HAULING AND SALVAGE $20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HAULING AND SALVAGE
LANDSCAPING
PLUMBING
ANDREW’S GARDENING. 20+ years exp. Mowing, weeding, clearing, woodwork, rockwork & planting. 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. FREE ESTIMATES. Reasonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.
GARY’S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413.
250-507-6543. AL’S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, power washing, de-moss, Insured. (250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free est. GRAND XTERIOR CleaningGutter, windows, de-moss, p wash. We clean your neighbours house. 250-380-7778.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164.
GARBAGE, DEMOLITION, compost, attics & basements. Refuse Sam. (250)216-5865.
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
250-882-3129; AURICLE Luscious lawns happy hedgesgrand gardens. Sprinkler design & repair.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
FAMILY MAN Hauling. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.
250-479-7950 FREE ESTIMATES • Lawn Maintenance • Landscaping • Hedge Trimming • Tree Pruning • Yard Cleanups • Gardening/Weeding • Aeration, Odd Jobs NO SURPRISES NO MESS www.hollandave.ca
(250) 858-0588 - Lawn & garden maint. - Landscaping - Fences & Decks - Hedge & Tree Services - Pressure Washing Free estimates * WCB www.mowtime.ca
250.388.3535
JUNK BOX- Junk Removal Company. Local guys. Low rates. Call (250)658-3944. JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK. PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774 PETE’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 FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.
MASONRY & BRICKWORK CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flagstone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Natural & Veneered Stone. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! “Quality is our Guarantee�. Free Competitive Estimates. (250)294-9942/(250)589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com ROMAX MASONRY. Exp’d & Professional. Chimneys, Brick Veneer, Retaining Rock Walls, Cultured Stone, Interlocking Paving. Excavating. Fully insured. Estimates. 250-588-9471
MOVING & STORAGE DONE RIGHT MOVING $80/hr. Senior Discount. No travel time before or after local moves. BBB accredited. Free est. Call Tyler 250-418-1747.
PAINTING ALFRED, ALFRED Quality Painting. Wholesale, Discounts! 50 years experience. 250-382-3694. A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. BIG BEAR Painting. Interior & Exterior. Quality work. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071 âœŤ DON’S PAINTING âœŤ (250)479-8748. 30 years exp. Free Est. Quality Interiors/Ext. OLD TIMER. Quality old fashioned service. Great rates. Excellent references. Call Al at 250-474-6924, 250-888-7187.
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.
TREE SERVICES BUDDY’S TREE SERVICESTrimming, pruning, chipping, removals, hedges, lawn care, Insured. Keith, (250)474-3697.
WINDOW CLEANING ABBA EXTERIORS Gutter & window cleaning. Power washing. Roof de-mossing. Pkg discounts. WCB. (778)433-9275. BOB’S WINDOW Cleaning. Roof demoss, Gutters. Licensed and affordable. 250-884-7066. DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning. Windows, Gutters, Sweeping, Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pressure Washing. 250-361-6190. GRAND XTERIOR CleaningWe clean your neighbours house. Gutters, window, roofs, de-moss. 250-380-7778.
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Pondering life A woman watches the waves from her perch on a driftwood log on the beach below Dallas Road near Cook Street.
Bridge expected to open on time in 2016 Continued from Page A1
The city has also hired a third party to supervise the contractors’ inspection of steel fabrication, much of which is currently taking place in China. A change order submitted by PCL, which calls for an additional $7.8 million and 5.5 months to complete the project is currently under review. “We’re not sure how long the review process is
going to take,” Fortin said. “We don’t want to rush it, we want to make sure the job gets done well.” The new bridge is expected to open in 2016. reporter@victorianews
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TRAFFIC NOTICE MCKENZIE –QUADRA AUGUST 6-11
IN THE GARDENS 2014 Saturday &Sunday
August 9-10 Open 11-5 both days
Our 20th year!
BC Hydro is upgrading the underground transmission system that serves the greater Victoria area.
Meet 60 Artists Live music all weekend! Emerging Artists Gallery
As part of this work, BC Hydro will be working in the McKenzie Ave Borden St intersection from August 6 to August 11. Unfortunately, this will cause traffic delays. We regret the inconvenience this will cause. If you have questions regarding the work, please email vancouverisland@bchydro.com or call (250) 755-4713.
Classic Car Show & Land Art
Kids’ entertainment Enjoy creative fare from Nourish Bistro or concessions in the Gardens. Beer tent featuring craft beers from Victoria’s Moon Under Water Brewery. Plant Sale: unique plant selections to take home.
Thank you for your patience.
505 Quayle Rd, Saanich | 250.479.6162 | Details: www.hcp.ca
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To ensure the safety and protection of all workers please observe posted speed limits and obey flaggers.
Paintings, ceramics, sculpture, wood-working, jewelry and beads, unique art for your garden, bonsai, glassworks, textiles and much more...
Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer all your gardening questions. Bonsais on display and sale!
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