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Holiday events to share with family and friends To Dec. 14 – Choirs in the Courtyard, 12 to 2 p.m. at the Central Branch, Greater Victoria Public Library. FMI: www.gvpl.ca

To Dec. 23 – Jason Stevens’ one-man production of A Christmas Carol brings Charles Dickens’ classic to life at Craigdarroch Castle. FMI: www.thecastle.ca

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Dec. 12 – Cookeilidh presents A Celtic Yuletide, Watch for breaking news 7 p.m. at the Mary Winspear Centre. FMI: marywinspear.ca Dec. 12 – In the Spirit! A Soul Gospel Christmas, with the Victoria Soul Gospel Choir, 7:30 p.m. at First Metropolitan Church, in support of the Mustard Seed. Tickets $20. FMI: www. victoriasoulgospel.ca

Thursday to Sunday to Dec. 21 – Advent Festivities at St. Ann’s Academy National Historic Site, incl. Abaroque Christmas concert Dec. 18, The Giving Tree, collecting unwrapped gift donations for local charities, the exhibit Celebrating the Nativity ‘round the World and a carol sing-along in the chapel Dec. 21 at 1 p.m. FMI: friendsofstannsacademy.com

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Father Christmas is at the Royal BC Museum, Fridays to Sundays To Dec. 31 – Chemainus Friday to Sunday to Dec. 21 – Centennial Square to Dec. 21 Saturdays & Sundays to Dec. 21 – Free HorseDrawn Trolley Rides, Saturdays 12. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 12 to 3 p.m. in downtown Victoria, compliments of the Downtown Victoria Business Association. FMI: www.downtownvictoria.ca

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To Dec. 28 – Live Christmas Tree Village at Esquimalt Rec Centre, 527 Fraser St., with People’s Choice voting to Dec. 21. FMI: www. esquimalt.ca

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Theatre Festival presents Sherlock Holmes and the Carol. FMI: www. Case of the Christmas Carol chemainustheatrefestival.ca To Dec. 31 – A Victorian Christmas at Craigdarroch Castle – historic displays, Victorian decorations, entertainment and more. FMI: www.thecastle.ca To Jan. 4 – Bear Wear fundraiser for Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island, at the Hotel Grand Pacific. For sug-gested $2 donation, vote for your favourite dressed Teddy.

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Dec. 12 to 14 – The Victoria Operatic Society presents A Christmas Story: The Musical, at the McPherson Playhouse. FMI: www.rmts.bc.ca

Fridays to Sundays, to Dec. 21 – Father Christmas, A Victorian Experience in Old Town, Royal BC Museum, Fridays to Sundays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Digital photos by donation. FMI: royalbcmuseum.bc.ca Ferris Wheel. FMI: downtownvictoria.ca

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To mid-January – On Ice at the Fairmont Empress, featuring a covered outdoor skating rink on the front lawn of the Empress, weekdays from 5 to 9 p.m. and weekends from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Skate rentals available. FMI: www.fairmont.com/ empress-victoria/promotions/skating/

To Jan. 4 – Gingerbread Showcase at the Inn at Laurel Point. Vote for your favourite creation with a donation to Habitat for Humanity Victoria. To Jan. 6 – 23rd annual Festival of Trees is at the Fairmont Empress in support of the BC Children’s Hospital. To Jan. 6 – The Magic of Christmas at the Butchart Gardens. Beautiful decorations, nightly entertainment and the ever-popular Twelve Days of Christmas displays tucked away about the Gardens. FMI: butchartgardens.com

Dec. 12 to 14 – Christmas in the Village, 5 to 8 p.m. at Heritage Acres, 7321 Lochside Dr. Christmas lights, a train, Santa and more. Admission $10/car load. FMI: www.shas.ca Dec. 12 to 14 – Victoria Symphony presents A Sentimental Christmas at the Royal Theatre. FMI: www.rmts.bc.ca Dec. 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 to 30 – Ghosts of Christmas Past walking tour from Ghostly Walks, starting at the Visitor Centre at 812 Wharf St., 7:30 p.m. FMI: www.discoverthepast.com Dec. 12 to 14, 19 to 21 and 27 to 29 – Point Ellice House National Historic Site celebrates the holidays with 12 Days of Christmas, including a Christmas tea service (by reservation only). FMI: pointellicehouse.ca

Craigflower Schoolhouse’sTo Dec. longTo Jan. 7 – Christmas in Old Town, Royal BC Museum, 31 – Christmas in the Jungle at Victoria 12 to 4 p.m. daily. The sights and sounds of Christmas Butterfl y Gardens, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. FMI: www. standing tenancy problems have come See more events page 3 long ago. FMI: royalbcmuseum.bc.ca butterflygardens.com to an end, as the Hallmark Heritage Society are set to move in March 1 next year. Hallmark is the leading resource for heritage homes and buildings on the South Island, so it’s a perfect fit for the society, said president Ken Johnson. “It’s a heritage group moving into a heritage building and we’ll grow into this place. We can’t wait to run workshops and lectures in the main classroom oriented towards the homeowner of heritage homes or older homes, he said. There are about 600 designated heritage homes in Victoria and another 300 in Saanich, plus about 20,000 homes built in the region before 1945, he added. The professional contractor has already made several visits since signTravis Paterson/News staff ing the lease with the Heritage Branch of the provincial government two weeks ago. For the past two years the building had been used as the office headquarThriving Roots Wilderness School teacher Daniella Roze, left, leads a group of Oak and Orca students (clockwise) Kai Webb, ters of the Craigflower Bridge Replace9, Anna Point, 11, Jamie Walkden, 10, Ethan Henneybery, 11, and Teva Vanderheyden (hidden at back), 10, through a scouting ment Project, which was completed and survivalness mission in Summit Park on Wednesday. Outdoor survival classes are becoming more popular amongst both in May. children and adults in Greater Victoria. See Page A3 for the story.

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Mount Doug hosts food, toy drive

Staff, students and the Mount Doug high school community are hosting a Food and New Toy Drive for a Victoria school in need. Students will be at the school from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday accepting spare change , canned food and new toys to help make Christmas a little lighter and brighter for families in need. Volunteers will also be making up a few hampers for some Mount Doug families. Toys and food will be delivered on Dec. 15 by grad council students.

See holiday lights by bike Saturday On Saturday, Dec. 13, join the Greater Victoria Cycling Coalition (GVCC) for their 17th annual perennial family favourite scenic lights ride and get a close-up view of colourful Christmas lights displays in the Oaklands/Hillside area. The ride begins and ends at Oaklands Community Centre, 2827 Belmont Ave. Registration begins at 6pm. The ride is approximately 20 kilometres and returns to the Recreation Centre at approximately 8:30 p.m. with free refreshments and door prizes. Decorating your bike is encouraged. Functioning front and rear lights are required for this night ride.

Run Through Time returns to UVic

Runners of Compassion will host the 27th annual Run Through Time 5K at the University of Victoria on New Year’s Eve. Early registration until Dec. 26 is $15 per adult, $5 for under 13 years old and $35 for a family up to five members. See runnersofcompassion.com for more info. editor@saanichnews.com

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Thriving Roots Wilderness School’s Daniella Roze, far right, with fellow adventurers who spent a month of isolation using hand made tools and clothes in Eastern Washington.

‘Rewilding’ gains foothold in Saanich New Saanich-based camp gets adults, kids back to nature Travis Paterson News staff

Most mornings start the same for Daniella Roze, who finds a place in nature to meditate on life and the day ahead. But she doesn’t need to travel far. Nature, in this instance, is the lush urban forest of Summit Park, the gem of a green belt situated beside the Summit water reservoir off Finlayson and Cook streets, a scant hike up the hill from Roze’s Fernwood home. “When people are living close to the land and community, something magical happens: that’s where I’ve met the happiest people I’ve met in my whole life.” Roze says. During the day, Roze – who spent five years of her adult life living without electricity or running water – relocates to her office, an untainted enclave of West Saanich where she launched

Thriving Roots Wilderness School in September. Thriving Roots offers shortand long-term wilderness living courses for kids eight and over and adults. An upcoming nine-week adult nature immersion is seeing strong interest, says Roze, who has spent a lifetime learning how to live off the land. She’s immersed herself for six months in West African tribal living as a 19-year-old, and more recently, spent four years in a hand-built, remote cabin in the Comox Valley without power and water. She and her fellow adventurers called themselves the Red Alders. “Gathering water and food on a daily practice brings a sense of joy and fulfillment and passion to people’s lives,” she says. “It was from my time spent in rural areas that I connected with nature and felt my life’s purpose was to share this with people, this deep connection that comes from learning how to live from the land.” The response has been stronger for the long term programs than it has for the single day events, though Roze is equally excited to

offer a Sacred Fire Workshop on Sunday, and a study of nourishing wild winter plants on Dec. 21. Roze takes pride in helping others build a “relationship with the natural world and re-connect the part of ourselves which has an innate need to be in the wilderness. … Through nature, people have an amazing capacity for healing and becoming a thriving, fuller human being,” she says. The adult nature immersion program runs on Sundays starting Jan. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a focus on the basic skills to craft the tools and clothes necessary to survive in the wild, as well as hunting and gathering skills. Students will also visit the ocean and harvest foods there, such as seaweed and other herbal medicines, Roze says. “Wilderness schools are part of the rewilding movement that’s growing. Wilderness skills are part of community building that help us to become really alive, and fully furnishes (lesser used) parts of ourselves.” Roze also runs a weekly program for home-schooled children, just

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Did you know? n Roze’s house mate from the Red Alders group is Miles Olson, who wrote the well-received 2012 book Unlearn, Rewild: Earth Skills, Ideas and Inspiration for the Future Primitive. n The nine-week adult immersion program runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Sundays from Jan. 11 to March 8. Course price is $400 and the class meets at The Yurt, 5990 Old West Saanich Rd.

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Saanich police believe two overnight commercial break and enters in the span of two days are possibly connected. The incidents occurred Dec. 6 and Dec. 8, both took place around 5:45 a.m. and both targeted electronic goods at national retailer. The Dec. 6 break and enter left Sears Home Centre on Tolmie Avenue short $4,400 worth of Panasonic TVs and a Dyson fan/heater after someone

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hy is heart attack the number one killer in this country? Ninety-nine percent of doctors say it’s due to atherosclerosis (hardening of arteries) and that cholesterol lowering drugs are the primary way to treat it. But I suggest cardiologists have closed minds and are ignoring facts that could save thousands of North Americans from coronary attack. Vitamin C is required to manufacture healthy collagen, the glue that holds coronary cells together, just like mortar is needed for bricks. Lysine, like steel rods in cement, makes collagen stronger. Two-time Nobel Prize winner, Dr. Linus Pauling reported twenty-five years ago it takes a mere 10 milligrams to prevent scurvy, but several thousand to prevent heart attack. Williams Stehbens, Professor of Anatomy at Wellington University in New Zealand, proved Pauling was right. Stebhens’ research showed that coronary arteries closest to the heart are under the greatest pressure. This causes collagen to fracture resulting in the formation of a blood clot and death.

I also believed the research of Pauling and Stehbens irrefutable. Now, the work of Dr. Bush has convinced me my decision was prudent. But to take large doses of vitamin C and lysine requires swallowing many pills daily. It’s a tall order for those who dislike swallowing one pill. So for several years I’ve been trying to find a company that would manufacture a combination of vitamin C and lysine powder. Now Medi-C Plus™ is available at health food stores and specialty pharmacies. The dosage for the Medi-C Plus combination is one flat scoop mixed with water or juice with breakfast and the evening meal. Those at greater risk should take one flat scoop three times a day.

I knew that Dr. Graveline, a physician and NASA astronaut, had twice developed transient global amnesia from taking cholesterol lowering drugs (CLD’s). I was also aware that patients have died from CLDs. Others have developed kidney, liver and muscle complications.

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B.C. Green leader decries pipeline ‘dog and pony’ show Adam Olsen, member of Saanich-based First Nation, says NEB process flawed Tim Collins Black Press

B.C. Green Party Interim Leader, Adam Olsen, testified before the National Energy Board’s (NEB) hearings Nov. 25 to discuss the expansion of the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline. But, although Olsen’s testimony was applauded by the Green Party, his appearance before the hearings was as a representative of the Tsartlip First Nation in the WSÁNE´C (Saanich) territory. Born in Victoria, Olsen and his three siblings were raised on the Tsartlip First Adam Olsen. Nation in Brentwood Bay. Olsen continues to live on the property where he grew up. While Olsen said that he has concerns about the pipeline’s safety, his testimony before the NEB was limited to the concerns relevant to his intervener status and the elements of the plan that directly impacted him as a representative of his First Nation. In his testimony, Olsen emphasized the commercial and economic value of Aboriginal fisheries, which have been sustainably developed through traditional Aboriginal practices such as reef net fishing. Olsen explained that the Aboriginal legal right to carry on the fishery guaranteed by the [Douglas] treaty is unqualified. “I am directly affected [by the Kinder Morgan project] because I am part of the Douglas Treaty and the route of shipping traffic is directly over the places that we fish,” he said. Olsen said the current level of tanker traffic is already in question given the provisions of the Douglas Treaty. “Now, before they settle those concerns, they are proposing a plan that would see a vast increase in the number of tankers. They’ve violated one part of the contract and now, before they’ve resolved that issue, they want to add to the violation,” said Olsen. But some of Olsen’s greatest criticisms were directed to what he calls a “poor process.” “They removed oral cross examination

from the hearings, and by so doing they’ve undermined the whole process,” he said. Oak Bay-Gordon Head MLA Andrew Weaver raised similar concerns during the hearing process earlier this year. “Look at how most of the information on the Enbridge pipeline was finally disclosed. It came from oral cross examination,” Olsen said. This is one of the first times that they’ve removed that part of the process. The strength of any evidence lies in its strength against cross examination. It’s a mechanism that should be available to all interveners.” Olsen said that when decisions like this are made it does nothing to give his people or anyone else any “The confidence in the outcome of the hearings. He said that NEB has what is really necessary is a strong an independent provincial government sponsored record of assessment of never saying environmental the project. “The NEB has a strong no.” record of never saying no,” said Olsen. “They’ll approve it with a long list of conditions and by doing so they’ll kick it back to the federal government and that’ll be it. It’s a charade. Theatre.” Olsen acknowledges that he walks a bit of a tightrope between his political party and his status as a member of a First Nation, but maintains that it is in everyone’s best interest to work out the rights of First Nations before proceeding with even more violations of the original treaty. “In the end, our issues are linked,” he said. “This process isn’t really going to calculate the grand cost. Even if you do account for the potential cost – you know, those losses of habitats, the damage to culture and tradition, the decimation of entire ways of life, I doubt you’ll put it all together.” Olsen is not alone in his concern about the process being applied to the NEB hearings. Marc Eliesen, a former board member of Suncor Energy, CEO of B.C. Hydro, Chair of Manitoba Hydro and deputy minister in several federal and provincial governments, recently withdrew from the hearing process and said the NEB was failing in its duty to provide an unbiased, transparent evaluation. “This is nothing more than a dog and pony show,” Olsen said. editor@saanichnews.com

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Old schoolhouse tenant a perfect fit The pending move-in of the Hallmark Heritage Society into the remarkably intact walls of the old Craigflower schoolhouse is an applaudable partnership. How the 1854 schoolhouse – believed to be the oldest original of its kind in B.C. – has spanned three centuries without burning to the ground is anyone’s guess. But the grand plans of the Hallmark crew will certainly go a long way to breathing new life into the Saanich treasure. The society has been tracking the lifespan and history of hundreds of buildings across Greater Victoria since 1973, and while its volunteers still have months of work ahead of them, the promise of an accessible archive combined with public engagement will only strengthen their impact in the years ahead. According to the society, Hallmark’s library and archives contain rare and valuable publications, photographs and over 8,000 slides. The society also has a collection of reference books on heritage preservation and history, and they maintain documents on over 8,000 buildings in the Capital Region. Hallmark’s executive is currently awaiting word from the B.C. Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations on an application for Nominal Rent Tenure, which would allow the non-profit to operate on the Crown land without paying typical rent fees. An affirmative sponsorship decision from the province would trigger the next part in the process, which involves consultation with First Nations and other ministries and agencies to ensure there are no issues with the land being released to the applicant. Fingers crossed for Hallmark, as Craigflower schoolhouse needs exactly the type of heritage-minded stewardship the society will provide. Hallmark relies on membership dues to fund its work, so check out their website today or visit them in their current location at Ross Bay Villa, 1490 Fairfield Rd. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@saanichnews.com or fax 250-386-2624. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification.

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Be energy-conscious this holiday With urgent action required to forestall the most severe effects of climate change, and with poverty and inequality continuing, how do we celebrate Christmas? We can give fewer and useful presents, requiring less transport. We can offer time rather then things. We can avoid lavish feasts and displays. We can travel less. In the names of friends and family members, we can donate to organizations that provide essentials, including basic nutrition, to people in dire need. We can limit lighting, perhaps convincing the provincial government that Site C is unnecessary and making Christmas along the Peace merry and bright. Elizabeth Kaller Saanich

ruffled feathers and build regional consensus? Progress is needed on issues of transportation, waste management and the environment. With sewage treatment, it is not just a race to get something done before the deadline and collect provincial and federal funding. It is much more. It is a balancing act of respecting the electorate’s desire to incorporate sustainability, environmental concerns, safety and community needs at a reasonable cost. A quick solution is not a solution at all, if it doesn’t address these important electorate needs. For the last three years, the CRD establishment has refused to reconsider its approach to sewage

treatment, stalling the extention of project deadlines and refusing to renegotiate funding agreements. Instead it has chosen to use these deadlines and funding restrictions as pressure points to attempt to force forward their secondary treatment plan. But with new committee membership, isn’t it time to move away from these old habits, build consensus with the core communities, and make forward progess for the benefit of the region as a whole? Hopefully over the next four years directors can come together to stimulate change. Norma Brown Esquimalt

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Join the Municipality of Saanich on Sunday ,Dec. 14 for a full day of activities guaranteed to delight the entire family. The entertainment begins at Silver City 10 to 11:30 a.m. where you can view either Hugo 3D or The adventures of Tin Tin 3D. Between noon and 1:20 p.m., glide over to Pearkes Recreation Centre where you can Skate or Kindergym with Santa. Wrap it all up by making crafts at Tillicum centre from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Questions? Call 250-475-5400.

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Call for Interest The Victoria Regional Transit Commission invites residents to serve on the Access Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC). ATAC provides advice to the Commission and BC Transit regarding accessible transportation and custom transit issues. The Committee meets up to four (4) times per year. The Commission will consider applications from seniors, individuals with disabilities, persons representing organizations that provide services or represent persons with disabilities, seniors or caregivers. Appointments to ATAC are for two years. The application should focus on skills and experience that you can bring to ATAC including any experience with transit services. The deadline is January 5, 2015. If you have any questions, please call 250·419·5903.

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Saturday, Dec. 13 Vancouver School of Art open house – a showcase of student work from the fall semester. Vancouver School of Art, 2549 Quadra St., noon to 4 p.m. Info: 250-380-3500. Youth Choir 61 (School District

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President Ken Johnson of the Hallmark Heritage Society is happy to make the historical Craigflower Schoolhouse the society’s new office next year. It’s also an opportunity for Hallmark to grow, as they plan to offer classes and workshops, in addition to their role as a heritage resource for the Captial Region.

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Hallmark initially responded to a request for proposals in June. “We are looking forward to the office space,” Johnson said. “Right now we’re hemmed into one room at the Ross Bay Villa and our files alone take up so much space, only one person can work in there.” The schoolhouse was built in 1854 by the Hudson’s Bay Company, and is believed to be the oldest standing school in B.C. It served as a school until 1911, and in 1931 the Native Sons and Daughters of B.C. turned it into a museum, which it remained, off and on, until The Land Conservancy finally backed out a few years ago. Hallmark will pay a total of $6,804 for the first year’s rent. But to secure a permanent residence, sustainability likely depends on the ability to qualify for a six-year term lease with a Nominal Rent Tenure of $1 per year, which is approved for certain classes of groups. “The application for a Nominal Rent Tenure may take some time and it is not certain. We feel we have an excellent chance of getting one,” said Johnson. Sweetening the deal is the B.C. Heritage Branch’s commitment to a series of renovations to be done before Hallmark moves in. That includes deactivating the chimneys from the grand fireplaces, as heating is currently the biggest cost of running the building, Johnson said. (Forced air was installed in the 1970s). New storm windows, lights – the ceilings remain bare as the building has been lamp lit since it was built in 1854 – and a hot water tank are also on the way, as well as some bathroom upgrades. “All of the antique furniture from the schoolhouse’s museum days has been put into storage, but you can

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Did you know? n The total cost of clearing the land and erecting the schoolhouse in 1854 was $4,300. n From B.C. Archives: Gordon Halcrow and his gang commenced to build the schoolhouse on Aug. 24, 1854. On Sept. 23 1854, with the schoolhouse frame erected, it was reported that all company in general was notoriously drunk.

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Change champs From left, Sullivan Humeniuk, 7, Calder Huband, 6, Seamus Farragher, 7, and Vesna MacKillop, 6, display some of $1,233.50 students collected this week at École Marigold school as part of a coin fundraiser for the Victoria-Taiama School Project, which aids the Ahmadiyya Primary School in Sierra Leone. The Victoria-based charity has helped build ten classrooms, a well, garden, latrines and a health centre in the small Sierra Leone community. See taiama.org for more information.

Saanich Liberal riding names new president

The president of the Gordon Head Residents Association and former District of Saanich manager is taking on a new role as president of the Saanich-Gulf Islands Federal Liberal electoral district association. Paul McKivett, who retired from Saanich’s municipal hall as a senior human resources manager in 2005, said in a statement the’s “thrilled” to be working with the Liberal party at such a pivotal time. McKivett served two terms as Chair of the Greater Victoria United Way Campaign, is a former school board trustee and a past president and current director of the Saanich Heritage Foundation. He also served on the Saanich Police Board from 2006 to 2012. In 2013, Saanich Council presented McKivett with the Key to the Municipality of Saanich. The appointment was announced last week. editor@saanichnews.com

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Island’s cancer-fighting technology gets a boost Cancer patients at the B.C. Cancer Agency’s Vancouver Island Centre at Royal Jubilee Hospital now have access to six new linear accelerators that provide radiation therapy used to treat a variety of cancers. “The six new TrueBeam linear accelerators help place the B.C. Cancer Agency at the forefront of providing cutting-edge cancer treatment using the newest and most innovative radiation therapy equipment,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “This technology is a perfect example of the world-class cancer care B.C. residents have access to and it will help improve the quality of life for Island patients affected by cancer.” The new linear accelerators are part of a replacement plan that will improve patient care by providing some of the most-advanced, targeted radiation therapy treatments in B.C. The plan also includes a new radiation therapy simulator and a brachytherapy suite upgrade – a form of radiotherapy where a radiation source is placed inside or next to the area requiring treatment. The B.C. government provided $24.3 million in funding for project. “We appreciate the provincial government providing funding for new linear accelerators, a radiation therapy simulator and a brachytherapy suite upgrade at the Vancouver Island Centre,” said Nick Foster, interim head, B.C. Cancer Agency. “To provide the best care, it is important that the B.C. Cancer Agency keep current with new technology and treatment advances. This new equipment will help to improve health outcomes for our patients by allowing us to deliver more precise radiation treatment to patients at the Vancouver Island Centre.” Linear accelerators work by making use of high-energy x-rays to kill tumour cells. Radia-

the patient – allow for more-efficient treatment delivery and improved accuracy, ultimately resulting in better patient outcomes. Approximately 55 per cent of cancer patients in B.C. require radiation therapy as part of their treatment plan. The linear accelerators typically operate eight hours per day, treating approximately 150 patients during that time period.

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Hyundai composes a memorable new Sonata Hyundai is a company that pushes the Inside envelope in terms of styling, vehicle As with the outside, the interior has content, engine choices and value, makbeen given a total refresh, no basic ing others carmakers take notice. tweaking here. The same, more muted The last generation Hyundai Sonata, design is at work here too, now the allreleased in 2011, is a perfect example. new centre console is wider and flatter The “Fluidic Sculpture” design language than the last car. This makes the car really set the pace for the mid-size class feel more open and airy, the brushed Hyundai has done aluminum surround is bright and the of cars. The competitors that followed, like the Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry and it again, delivering a way the buttons and dials are fitted is Honda Accord, all took styling chances to none. Fit and finish is one very attractive car, full second after that Sonata was introduced. The area that Hyundai does as well, if not same too for the engine development, of features and at an better than most. Even on the base including smaller turbocharged 4-cyl$23,999 GL model, the Sonata comes attractive price. inder engines and fuel saving direct with standard heated front seats, backZack Spencer injection technology; compared with up camera, Bluetooth, 5-inch radio/ the competition all this technology was backup screen, satellite radio and USB ahead of the curve. Now, just a few years later, the connectivity. The $26,299 GLS adds a power driver’s Sonata gets another refresh, making this car more seat, heated leather steering wheel and heated rear compelling than ever. seats, and these are just the two entry-level cars. All cars now come with additional 2.5 cm of rear Looks legroom and a very useful trunk that is expandable, As dynamic as the Fluidic Sculpture design was, it thanks to a 60/40 split rear seat. didn’t age well. Cars that are heavily styled can date

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Drive Both the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and the 2.0L turbo have been carried over from the last model but they have been modified to produce better torque delivery and fuel economy. Hyundai has dropped the horsepower output from 198hp to 185hp in the 2.4L and limited the torque to 178hp. The 2.0L turbo also receives a horsepower drop from 274hp to 245hp and the torque drops from 268 lb.-ft to 160 lb.-ft. Hyundai claims that the torque is lower in the RPM range and the fuel consumption is improved. The experience behind the wheel of the turbo is still very invigorating but not as hectic as the last model, it delivers a more usable driving experience. Power is smooth and refined; the turbo feels like a V6 without the accompanying fuel bill.

For a safe and secure ride in snow, ice, slush or whatever the cold weather condition, the Toyo Observe GSi5 will deliver exceptional traction when you need it most. Designed and tested for our winters, it features the latest developments in sipe technology, an optimized tread pattern combined with Microbit studless tire technology you need to go. Toyo Tires – engineered for the real world.

Verdict Hyundai has done it again, delivering a very attractive car, full of features, at an attractive price. 2.4L models range from $23,999 to $32,999 in the top Limited trim. This model has most of the features found in the top 2.0L turbo but without the added power. The base 2.0L turbo starts at $30,999 and the top Ultimate model, seen here, is $34,799. Both the Limited and Ultimate get the forward collision warning system and lane departure safety features, plus they also get adaptive cruise control. For 2015, the Sonata is a big step foreword in design. The added safety features will be attractive and the constant pushing-of-the-envelope from Hyundai is welcome. The Lowdown Power: 2.4L 185hp or 2.0L Turbo with 245hp Fill-up: 9.8L/6.7L/100km (city/highway) Sticker price: $23.999-$34,799 zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

Question of the Week This week’s ICBC Safety Tip concerns Operation Red Nose, which provides free rides for impaired or tired drivers. Will you plan a safe ride home for family and friends this festive season? Go to DrivewayCanada.ca to submit your answer.

Safety Tip: Operation Red Nose provides free rides to drivers and their passengers who are impaired or too tired to drive home during the holiday season in about 25 B.C. communities. Call 1-877-604-NOSE and a team of volunteers will get you and your vehicle home safely. OperationRedNose.com.

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Hello winter, my old friend By Ian Harwood

The rain and windstorms have started and it won’t be long before the temperatures start to dip. Northern BC and the Interior have already experienced the cold. At the coast, it seems every year the first snowfall creates chaos and adjusting to the conditions is a big challenge for many people. That said; driving in the winter season generally presents more problems than driving in other seasons wherever you call home. The vehicle and the driver must be prepared as well as possible to cope with these kinds of driving conditions. In winter driving, braking and stopping the vehicle, of course, cause the most difficult moments. The tires play a critical role in stopping the vehicle, and they need even more care and attention than in the other seasons. Most SUVs have a passenger car tire classification with M+S stamped on the sidewall, for Mud and Snow and are considered all-season tires. If it is not, your vehicle must be fitted with tires suitable for any type of climate, even the most severe ones. In winter the pressure of the tire must also be controlled more frequently. This is because a reduction of the outside temperature causes a contraction of the air inside the tire, accelerating the normal and gradual pressure loss process by a value around 1-2 PSI for each 5° C decrease in temperature. Contrary to popular opinion, a lower inflation pressure than normal does not

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Jingle Mingle raises $905,000 Throughout December, Craigdarroch Castle plays host to a variety of Christmas entertainment including Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Photo by Nathan Philps

Craigdarroch decks the halls There’s no place quite like a festive castle during the holidays. Adorned for a traditional Victorian Christmas, Craigdarroch Castle sparkles during the season with stunning decorations. The halls are not only filled with boughs of holly however, music and melodies also spread Christmas cheer. “To see Craigdarroch Castle decked out is a must-do during Victoria’s holiday season,” said John Hughes, executive director, Craigdarroch Castle. “Decorating the Castle for the Christmas season takes our staff and volunteers many hours, and the results of their efforts are remarkable.” Throughout December, Craigdarroch Castle plays host to a variety of Christmas enter-

tainment. A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, adapted as a one-man play by Jason Stevens is a highlight of the season at the castle. The play will be performed in the castle dance hall on Dec. 22 and 23 at 7 p.m., and Dec. 12, 13, 17, 18 and 20 at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets are available in advance at Craigdarroch Castle or thecastle.ca – $20 for adults, $15 for members and students. On Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. ,the classic 1994 version of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women starring Susan Sarandon, Winona Ryder, Claire Danes, Kirsten Dunst and Christian Bale will be shown in the Dance Hall. The movie was filmed in and around Victoria, including scenes filmed in the castle.

Admission includes time to tour the castle, the film screening and movie snacks. Tickets are available in advance at Craigdarroch Castle or thecastle.ca – $20 for the general public, $15 for members. Craigdarroch Castle will also be the setting for a wide variety of Christmas musical performances. Music will fill the castle every weekend in December and daily from Dec. 20 to Dec. 31. Performances begin at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Children’s story time is held at 1 p.m. on the same days. Music and storytime included with admission or membership. editor@saanichnews.com

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Tis’ the season of giving, and last Thursday at the Jingle Mingle gala, the giving was big. The glitzy gala held at the Fairmont Empress Hotel raised a record-breaking $905,000 to support immune therapy research at the B.C. Cancer Agency Vancouver Island Centre. The Jingle Mingle has received a lot of support in the past. Last year, it raised $602,000 and in the last seven years it has raised $2.6 million for cancer research on

Vancouver Island. Funds raised Thursday will support the infrastructure for a “clean room,” which is a highly-specialized, sterile environment for the production of T-cells. T-cells are a type of white blood cell that is a key component to the immune system and is a critical part of the immune therapy clinical trial happening at the Deeley Research Centre in Victoria. The Deeley Research Centre studies the response of the immune system before, during and after standard cancer treatments.

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Families the focus at Christmas for Salvation Army Goal to make holidays special for family members of all ages Angela Cowan News staff

“A lot of people think of the younger kids, but the biggest gap that we see in toys is for teenagers up to 18 years old. They’re definitely a tricky demographic to buy for.” – Keira Schindel, Salvation Army definitely a tricky demographic to buy for.” Soft blankets, scarves or mitten sets and books are a great idea for the older age groups. The easiest way to cover off the teens is to drop off or mail gift cards to the Salvation Army’s Stan Hagen Centre for Families at 2695 Quadra St. in Victoria. “Gift cards are a good way to do a catchall,” Schindel says. “It allows teens a little more choice in what they’re looking for.” Cash donations are always welcome, as it gives the organization the funds to purchase needed supplies, such as warm socks or fresh food. Just listen for the ringing bells to find a kettle around town, or for tech-savvy donors, text hope1005 to 45678 to donate Photo contributed $5 to the campaign. The toy shop at the Salvation Army’s Stan Hagen Centre for Families has a wide With the Salvation Army’s toy shop hav- assortment of items for children of all ages. The shop opened its doors a week ing opened a week earlier than usual this earlier than usual this year, and has seen more than 500 families go through. year and more families than ever expected to benefit from their annual campaigns, there’s never been a better time to give and I’m so happy I decided to help make sure families across the make region Shannon Oaks myn For a boost of holiday spirit, buy a ticket to the Naden Band’s Christmas home. Everyone here has have a wonderful holiday. Concerts at the Royal Theatre, on nightly at 7:30 p.m. from Dec. 15 to 17. become family. For more information, call the Salvation Tickets are $10 and concert-goers are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy Army at 250-386-3366 ext. 3. for the Salvation Army toy drive. acowan@goldstreamgazette.com

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With Christmas just over two weeks away, many people are stocking up on goodies and braving crowds to get their shopping done. But for low-income families, the challenges of the holiday season can often outweigh the excitement, and that’s where the Salvation Army comes in. “Everyone has their own family traditions, but within society we usually think of that big Christmas dinner and then opening gifts,” says Keira Schindel, public relations and event co-ordinator. “Salvation Army really tries to make sure families get that, so they feel supported throughout the season.” The food drives, kettle campaigns and toy shop are the major focal points for the charitable organization. “We’re anticipating helping over 3,000 households with hampers,” Schindel says. “And we’ve already had 500 families through the toy shop.” They’re still collecting donations for the toy shop, she adds, hoping to fill in the need for older gifts. “A lot of people think of the younger kids, but the biggest gap that we see in toys is for teenagers up to 18 years old. They’re

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Saturday 1-3 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

MLS 344157, Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Craig Walters, 250-655-0608

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MLS 343785, Saturday & Sunday 11-1 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Corie Meyer, 250-384-8124

303-7088 West Saanich Road, $211,800

5-4305 Maltwood Lane, $549,900 MLS 344320, Sat & Sun 2-4 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Gunnar Stephenson, 250-384-8124

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Picture Perfect

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

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TOWNER PARK the most exclusive ocean front neighborhood (freehold section). Rare south facing 2.24 acre beach trophy property is one that few can achieve or acquire. Featuring old growth firs and sensational southerly Ocean vistas of the inlet fjord; from the home, sun drenched patios and deck. Orchard, organic vegetable garden and courtyard entry welcomes you to the main one level 4669 square foot home. Splendid living room, teak kitchen, formal and informal dining open to the sunset warm beach below. 36x18 indoor swimming pool.Call to view this Irreplaceable Oceanfront Paradise. $1,680,000

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

Oceanview Soul Oasis

Swimmers compete in the women’s 200 meter freestyle at the Pacific Coast Swimming 2014 Christmas Cracker Invitational at Saanich Commonwealth Place, Dec. 6. More than 700 swimmers attended the meet, which draws from B.C., Washington and Alberta. See results at pacificcoastswimming.com.

Good Morning Starshine

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

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A Visually Stunning Executive 5237 square foot residence with shimmering 270 degree Ocean Seascapes from Mount Baker to the Olympics; an architectural triumph on three levels. Anchored in a private enclave of superior homes ABOVE Gonzales Bay, the property borders Walbran park for Superior views! Entertain in the open concept View kitchen with cutting edge appliances. Luxuriate in the 800 square foot Master with immense Walk-in, Spa Ensuite, deck, and cosy fireplace.Welcome home! $2,200,000

Birds of a Feather

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

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State of the Art

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

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Welcome to an exquisite, completely renewed lakefront Haven with so much to offer, it just has to be seen. Two romantic fireplaces, warm and elegant finishing, views, sunrises; how can we describe the waterside playground oasis that this property is? Pride of ownership is detailed throughout, and when you are not drinking your coffee on the Adirondack chairs overlooking the Lake, you will be luxuriating in the Spa soaker tub-shower ensuite, or happily gazing over the quartzite counters of your Urbana designed kitchen to the magic Blue! $1,298,888

Quality Built Zen Home

This well designed 3 bedroom home enjoys a garden view open kitchen, cozy adjoining family room, and rare formal dining room, complete with gorgeous rock fireplace. Custom design is evident in the avantegard open stairways and straight clean lines of its exterior. Beautifully landscaped Japanese zen-like terraced backyard takes full advantage of the one acre property. Call Now! $750,000

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Top of the World

VIEWS from every room - ocean, mountain, city and forest Stunningly beautiful Woodside farm with approximately 1450 Your Mountain Top Aerie Awaits! Be on top of the world with covenant protected. MODERN MINIMALIST DESIGN-natural light, feet of ocean front, 83.75 acres, of which approximately 30 acres is this Care Award Winner built home of virtually 4700 square feet. privacy, and healthy living. Highest quality construction and eco- forest. One residence is 2,262 square feet, the other a circa 1884, Floor to ceiling windows beautifully frame Ocean AND Lakefront Brigadoon, there my Heart Forever Lies. Money, Money, Money! Maximum Views with friendly 4,300 fronts squareonfeet fourwaterway! bedroomsThis and4-level five approximately 3,844 square foot farmhouse. Amazing, excellent (swim next door!) in nearly every Precision room. The layoutDesign melds One of thematerials. loveliest beach thewith Gorge FANTASTIC opportunity. Located in desirable Oak Bay border area.Views Luxury home w/ breathtaking ocean & mountain views. Precision built home oceanfront home features oak hardwood floors, an open concept baths, Smart Home with automation, Rinnai Demand Hot Water condition working Dutch Barn, approximately square feet charm,efffeaturing ortlessly atocathedral three decksentrance, for perfect indoor-outdoor flow. formal Live in one, and rent the other! The main level5000 retains the 1912 smartly designed kitchen, Great room, and 2 bed extra accommodation. A glassed-in Conservatory while the upper level is recently updated. 7 ft height bonus inlaw sitting/reception rm & family rm. both w. gas fp, and a gracious dining Heatera and bonushothigh-end Designer legal suite classic two levels. It remains an operating farm. A truly Potential Suite, Billiards-Bar-Media Room below leave the High covers relaxing tub. Walk acrossone 1/3bedroom Acre of English country with accommodation in the lower area. Main floor presently used rm. Sumptuous master bed w. generous walk-in closet/dressing rm. & with AMAZING Stepsedge; to lagoon property with huge opportunity. gardens, down to VIEWS. the water’s launchand yoursandy canoebeach. from your 130 ft magical perfectly sated. ensuite. Lower level offers self-contained suite & wine celler. commercially, current revenue approximately $4643 per month (buyerFlyer of waterfront. This private Paradise is a mere 15 mins. to Victoria $1,995,000 $4,890,000 $959,000 to verify). Be quick on this one! (Floor Plans Avail) $899,000 $799,999 city centre. $750,000

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Despite a 5-2 loss to the Peninsula Panthers during the Saanich Junior Braves’ annual Pink in the Rink event, local breast cancer programs were winners, with close to $1,200 raised by Braves and their fans. The Junior Braves hit the ice four times this coming week, starting with roadtrips to Campbell River (Storm) and Kerry Park (Islanders), Friday and Sunday respectively. The Braves return home to Pearkes Arena to host the Islanders Wednesday, Dec. 17 (puck drops at 7:30 p.m.), before looking for revenge against the visiting Panthers Friday, Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Saanich Minor Hockey Associtaion’s top midget Braves team netted three of a possible four points this past weekend, leading into the final weekend of league play before the Christmas break. In a back-and-forth tilt Sat-

urday against the league-leading Juan de Fuca AAA Grizzlies, Braves forward James Scott scored on a breakaway with just two seconds left to tie the game 4-4. The local boys were on the road in Campbell River Sunday, beating the Tyees 5-2, and return to face the JDF Grizzlies’ home turf, 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, at the Q Centre. Come lend your support to the visitors! SMHA’s annual coaches game in support of the association’s “No. 1 Brave Award” is coming up Saturday, Dec. 20 on Pearkes Arena’s Gold rink. The puck drops at 7 p.m. and admission is by $2 donation – which also includes a chance at a variety of door prizes and raffles for fans in the stands. SMHA coaches and managers interested in joining the fun should email ian.g.fleetwood@gmail.com with your position, highest level of play and current SMHA team. The No. 1 Brave Award is presented each spring to a player who has faced adversity, challenge, illness or injury. A handful of Saanich high school basketball teams hit the hardwood Dec. 16. The Claremont Spartans face a strong Lambrick Park Lions squad on their home court, while St. Michaels University School

Blue Jaguars travels to Spectrum for more senior boys action. All games start at 7:30 p.m. Three Saanich senior girls teams are also in action, with the Mount Douglas Rams visiting the Reynold Roadrunners and Claremont Spartans hosting the Esquimalt Dockers for their 5:45 p.m. start. Reynolds seniors boys’ squad continues the action Friday, Dec. 18 when they visit the Vic High Totems for a 7:30 p.m. tip-off. In Vancouver Island Premier League action, the Saanich/Prospect Lake U17 and U18 boys’ squads face off in the last match before the Christmas break. Girls interested in lacing up for the coming box lacrosse season are invited to a free session in the Pearkes Fieldhouse Saturday, Dec 13. Registration for the spring 2015 season will open in the new year. Girls who will be PeeWee and younger (born in or since 2004) will play from 6 to 7:30 p.m., while older girls (born before 2004) will play from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For details, contact Linda at cretney@gmail.com. The UVic Vikes announced the endowment of the Joey Weisbrodt Memorial Basketball award in remembrance of coach Joseph Weisbrodt, who passed away 10 years ago, and issued

a call for nominations for the UVic Sports Hall of Fame Hall in all categories – athlete, team, coach, builder or administrator. Awards are presented each spring at the Celebration of Champions banque in the spring. Four Vikes swimmers qualified for the CIS nationals at last weekend’s Christmas Cracker Invitational at Saanich Commonwealth Place.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE THE ESTATE OF PAUL JOSEPH DUPONT, Deceased, late of #101-3000 Shelbourne Street, Victoria, BC V8R 4M8 NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o #201-300 Gorge Rd. West, Victoria, BC V9A 1M8 on or before January 13, 2015, after which date the estatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Diane Bernadette Scaletta Executor By her solicitors: Anniko, Hunter WAREHOUSEMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN ACT Notice is hereby given that Kustom Towing, (2009) Ltd, 3297 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8Z 3K9 will be selling: 2007 HYUNDAI TUSCON KM8JM12B47U671540 Owner M. Convey YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE

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$250 REWARD! Lost Siamese cat- our 2 little girls have lost their best friend Wolverine (aka Wolvie or Zed). 9 mos old Seal Point Siamese with ear tattoo. Last seen Oct. 18, by Christmas Hill. 250-389-0184 alinaf@shaw.ca FOUND WEDDING ring, Lochside Trail, Saanich Road crossing. 250-658-8309.

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MISSING CAT. Grey/white tabby, ear tattoo, very friendly. Swiftsure Place, near Thriftyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. If seen, pls call (250)656-9288

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LOST WHITE gold friendship ring in the vicinity of the Metropolitan Church on Quadra St. Call if found (250)388-5700.

PROGRESSIVE Industrial Vegetation Service Company is seeking a Branch Manager to oversee its operations in the Grande Prairie, AB region. The successful applicant will have management experience and excellent communication and people skills. This position offers a competitive remuneration package and time off flexibility in the winter months. Interested applicants can email their resume to mail@melbern.ca

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VOLUNTEERS BIG BROTHERS Big Sisters Victoria is looking for in-school mentors who would be matched with a child at a local elementary school would and visit the child for 1 hour per week for the duration of the school year. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269. CANADIAN CANCER Society is looking for team players who are looking for opportunities to make a positive impact in their community to fill various positions for the Daffodil Campaign. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269. CANADIAN RED Cross, Victoria is looking for an Extreme Weather Volunteer for the Disaster Management Program. Ideal candidates are flexible, have excellent communication skills, and an ability to make decisions under stress. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-3862269. VICTORIA WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Transition House, seeking board members. http://www.transi tionhouse.net/news-events/

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FOOD PRODUCTS BEEF FARM GATE SALES. 1516 Mt. Douglas Cross Rd. Hours Friday & Saturday 10-4. Naturally raised, hormone free beef. Individual cuts sold, sharp, frozen & double wrapped. (250)477-3321.

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

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS â&#x20AC;&#x153;WATERS EDGEâ&#x20AC;? Saanichton, ocean front, lrg, bright 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo for sale, 55+. NP/NS. (250)655-1702.

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Are you ready to make the move to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sidney by the Seaâ&#x20AC;? & buy your Dream Home? 1417sq ft Rancher home $525,000 (priced below current appraised value). Professionally renovated and inspected (with permits) this home has too many comforts to list. 5 bdrms, 3 bath, garage, generator, steel roof, wood burning stove, granite, maple, hardwood, 60gal H/W heater, 200 amp electric, etc. Perfect starter home that also boasts a legal suite or home office. Super cozy home minutes from everything! Contact Laura at 250-656-2851 or whitelt@shaw.ca to arrange a viewing.

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APARTMENT/CONDO SIDNEY 1-BDRM, south east corner, new F/S. balcony, parking. $850. (250)812-4154 SIDNEYSTRATA garden suite 45+, 1100sq ft. Reno’d 2bdrm, 2 bath. N/P. Heat, H/W, locker, parking. $1350. Avail now. Call (250)654-0230.

QUALITY MANUFACTURED homes in quiet adult community in Ladysmith. Homes from $99,900. A selection of floor plans, styles and options. New home warranty. Call Duck Paterson 250-246-0637 or email to: info@lmfhomes.ca

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

TOLMIE AREA: 1 bdrm apt. H/W floors, $840+ hydro. Ref’s. Call/txt 250-216-5090.

APARTMENTS FURNISHED SIDNEYSENIOR HOME SHARE- enjoy our heritage home within walking distance of shops, parks & ocean. $1000. NS/NP. (250)656-9194

TRANSPORTATION AUTO SERVICES $$$ TOP CA$H PAID $$$. For ALL unwanted Vehicles, any condition. Call (250)885-1427.

CARS

We Buy Cars! $50 to $1000

SELLING? I charge far less commission. For example only $6,900 on a $600,000 Sale. A Full commission realtor would cost you $21,000 at 6 and 3. ✱I will also give you a minimum $1000 cash when you purchase a property with me as your Realtor! www.JimParsons.com Call me now at 250-508-0739. JIM PARSONS Onepercent Realty VI

BUYING - RENTING- SELLING Call 250.388.3535

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BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748.

(250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic.#3003. 25 yrs exp. Renos, new homes, knob & tube replace. Sr.Disc.No job too small

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

ALLSTAR MOVING Delivery Service. From $59. Free local travel. Call (250)818-2699.

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

PAINTING

PLASTERING

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

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

JEREMIAH’S CARPENTRYSmall repairs, interior finishing, weather proofing. Reasonable rates. Senior’s Discounts. Insured. Call 250-857-1269. www.jeremiahscarpentry.com

CLEANING SERVICES ECO-FRIENDLY CLEANING. Excellent refs & attention to detail. Keri (250)658-2520. EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPERReliable. Refs. 250-920-6516, 250-881-7444. EXP. RELIABLE & efficient house cleaner and home care, 10 yrs exp. $20/hr. Bondable, have own supplies except vacuum.(250)220-4965 YOUR CHORES- my work! Light cleaning, shopping, errands. Sidney/Saanich area. Call (250)652-2042.

250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779. 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 20% OFF! Fall cleanups, blowing, hauling, hedge/shrub trimming. 250-479-6495.

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

EAVESTROUGH ABBA EXTERIORS Professional gutter cleaning & repairs. Window cleaning. Roof de-mossing. Pkg discounts. WCB. (778)433-9275.

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call 250.388.3535

BLACKBERRY CLEARINGWeedeater miracles! Hedges, Clean-ups, lawn cuts. John 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236. DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141.

ELITE GARDEN MAINTENANCE & LANDSCAPING Clean-ups, Patios, Drainage, Tree Pruning & Removal. Victoria Ofﬁce

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

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

(250) 858-0588 - Lawn & garden maint. - Landscaping - Fences & Decks - Hedge & Tree Services - Pressure Washing Free estimates * WCB www.mowtime.ca

HAUL A WAYClean and green, Junk removal. Free quotes. Call (778)350-5050. JUNK BOX- Junk Removal Company. Local guys. Low rates. Call (250)658-3944.

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS 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.

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HANDYPERSONS

250-748-8807

BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Painting, Repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071.

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HOUSE & Yard repairs. no job too small. OAP Discounts, free est. Andy, (250)886-3383.

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JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK. PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Wes 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.

MASONRY & BRICKWORK CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, fireplaces,flagstone rock, concrete, natural & veneered stone. Replace, rebuild, restore, renew! Free competitive est. www.cbsmasonry.com; Call (250)5899942, (250)294-9942.

MOVING & STORAGE (250)858-6747. WRIGHT Bros Moving&Hauling.Free estimate $75=(2men&4tontruck)Sr Disc.

A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220. LADY PAINTER Serving the Peninsula for over 20 yrs. Interior/exterior. Call Bernice, 250-655-1127.

SAFEWAY PAINTING

High quality, Organized. Interior/Exterior Residential/Commercial Jeff, 250-889-7715 or 250-472-6660 Member BBB

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. Insured. Call Keith, (250)474-3697.

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

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WINDOW CLEANING 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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Island Farms

Sour Cream

Salted Butter

Assorted 500ml

454g

Limit 3

On Sale

9Each9

Lindt

Excellence Chocolate Bars

On Sale

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or Selected Flavours 6 x 710ml

On Sale

2 $5 for

On Sale

2 $5 for

Kettle

Island Bakery

Selected 220g

White or Whole Wheat 570g

Potato Chips

On Sale

2 $5 for

Bread

Where this symbol appears, deposit & enviro levies are applicable.

Coke, Pepsi

Selected 90–100g

On Sale

99¢

Each

Reserve your fresh turkey online for in-store pickup!

reserve pickup Fresh Turkey

www.thriftyfoods.com/pickup Specials in Effect from Friday, December 12th to Tuesday, December 16th, 2014 ONLY