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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 Friday, December Library. FMI: www.gvpl.ca

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

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Victoria paramedic left uncared for as she battles WorkSafe, employer over legitimacy of Theatre Festival presents Ferris Wheel. FMI: downtownvictoria.ca Sherlock Holmes and the post-traumatic stress disorder Carol. FMI: www.

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To Dec. 31 – A Victorian Christmas at Craigdarroch Castle – historic displays, Victorian decorations, entertainment and FMI: www.thecastle.ca and more. fracturing your tail-

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Health Foundation of Vancouver Island, at paper and straining your back. the Hotel Grand Pacific. For sug-gested $2 These are all injuries thatat could in a vote typical workTo Dec. 31 – Christmas in the Jungle Victoria happen donation, for your favourite dressed Butterfl 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

FMI: www. thatTeddy. place.y Gardens, But what about a workplace is not typical? butterfl ygardens.com First responder Lisa Jennings, 49, responded to an emergency call like any other day, but the outcome of that call changed her forever.

Jennings, a paramedic in Victoria since 1997, loves what she does. But last June, after a typical call went wrong she began having nightmares, flashbacks and nausea. She described herself as being “angry and hyper-vigilant.”

Still uncomfortable with discussing the events of that day, Jennings would only say that she was left feeling frightened and unsafe.

“I was not the same,” said the Esquimalt resident.

Ten days later Jennings said she had no concept of what was happening to her and describes waking up one night, taking out her suitcase and packing it with random items like her toaster, cat litter and books. She also had thoughts of suicide.

PLEASE SEE: Many paramedics untreated for PTSD, says union official, Page A6

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Dec. 12 – Cookeilidh presents A Celtic Yuletide, 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 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.

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Slipping a wetTree floor in aat mill To Dec. 28 – Liveon Christmas Village Esquimalt Rec Centre, 527 Fraser St.,cooking with bone. Cutting your hand in People’s Choice voting to Dec.stitches.

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To mid-January – On Ice at the Fairmont Empress, a covered outdoor skating rink on the Victoria featuring front lawn of the Empress, weekdays from 5 to 9 p.m. and weekends from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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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.

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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 To Jan. 7 – Christmas in Old Town, Royal BC Museum, 12 to 4 p.m. daily. The sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. FMI: royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

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).

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It was Dr. Chu, not Dr. Chew A story in our series Cancer and Families published on Oct. 24 incorrectly identified the doctor who identified Wilms’ Tumour as Dr. Gilbert Chew.

In fact, the tumour was diagnosed by Dr. Kelly Ke-Ping Chu. The News regrets the error.

Wilms’ Tumour is a rare form of kidney cancer. The cancer is most common in children under seven years of age.

Most doctors never come across the tumour in their career and few could diagnose it.

“Dr. Chu is to be congratulated for such a clear diagnosis,” Chew said.

City celebrities serve Christmas dinner Politicians, community leaders and volunteers will help serve more than 1,000 Christmas meals to Greater Victoria’s homeless and most vulnerable at Our Place’s annual holiday meal on Tuesday (Dec. 16).

The festive lunch will consist of 450 kilograms of turkey, 225 kg of potatoes, 110 kg of stuffing, 100 kg of vegetables, 115 litres of gravy, 25 kg of cranberry sauce, 125 pies and more than 1,500 cups of coffee.

This year, Our Place has seen a dramatic rise in meals served with a 52-per-cent increase year over year in October, and a staggering 86-per-cent increase in November.

“Christmas is such an important time for family, but many of the people we serve have little or no connection to their biological family,” said Don Evans, executive director of Our Place.

“We’re the closest family they have.

We want them to know they are important and loved.” editor@vicnews.com

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Teen musician is ready to rock Marvin Thiele, 14, creates his first album and he filled in the parts, including playing all the instruments, by himself Tammy Schuster Victoria News

When Marvin Thiele, 14, began making music with one of his friends, he enjoyed it so much he decided to try it on his own.

He spent two months writing songs and a few more months recording an album. He played all instruments – guitar, bass, vocals and drums – and mixed the record himself in his bedroom at home.

“I really wanted to show it to people,” said Thiele about his debut album released last May. Thiele grew up in both Germany and China and moved to Canada with his family when he was 12.

He speaks German, Mandarin and English fluently, and is now learning Spanish and French at Mt. Douglas secondary school.

He also likes philosophy and said it comes in handy when he’s writing music. “I never write about anyone,” said the polite teen. “It’s awkward.”

“There’s so much I want to do with my life,” said Thiele. “For the time being, I do want to finish high school and go to a good university.”

Thiele would like to study music at the Berklee College of Music in Boston and eventually teach music.

“I want to be a teacher when I’m older ... in my 50s.”

His ultimate goal is to be a fulltime musician. “I really love music,” he said quietly. “I’m just going to try as hard as I can.”

Thiele said he was once inspired

by a quote from Michelangelo. “I can’t remember it, but I remember the point of it,” he said with a soft laugh.

“The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low, and achieving our mark.” – Michelangelo.

The quote Thiele refers to is about setting high goals for yourself, and that is exactly what he does. When he reaches those goals, he sets some more. “Once I meet them, I have nothing to do,” he said.

With his first album only seven months old, Thiele is already focussing on his second album. “I’m trying to move on and build on it,” he said.

Thiele said he was nervous about playing his first gig this past weekend at the Owl Designer Fair in Fernwood, but again setting high goals for himself, he said would like to play the Rifflandia Festival next year.

“I have to work really hard, but I think ... maybe.”

Thiele’s debut album, An Underwater Bowl, is a nine-track mix of alternative rock and pop. Reminiscent of Radiohead and Beck – bands a 14 year old probably hasn’t heard of – his echoing, melodic vocals laid over dreamy rhythms sound quite mature for a teenager. For a first album — recorded in a bedroom – this is more than a good start. It’s a beginning. An Underwater Bowl is available on iTunes.

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Jensen gets CRD nod Nils Jensen was elected chair of the Capital Region District board Wednesday.

Jensen, mayor of Oak Bay since 2011, has sat on municipal council for 15 years and said he believes in the CRD. He called CRD staff dedicated, skilled, energetic and innovative and believes the regional district is the envy of water providers across Canada.

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Broken-windows covered with plastic, walls brown with filth, and an overgrown yard strewn with garbage and old cars.

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Parkinson said due to an outdated contract, paramedics don’t have benefits that would allow She said she doesn’t remember driving herself access to professionals so many members go to the Archie Courtnall Centre, Psychiatric Emer- untreated.

He said submitting a claim to WorkSafe requires gency Services at the Royal Jubilee Hospital.

Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental illness an assessment by a clinical psychologist. “Getting that occurs when someone is exposed to trauma the diagnosis is only one component,” he said. “It’s involving death, threat of death, serious injury or a lengthy investigation and can cost up to $3,000.”

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“I’ve seen some graphic stuff – murders, shoot- lapsed, Jennings has had difficulty focussing on her recovery. She was behind on her rent and ings, stabbings,” she said.

But she was told by WorkSafe BC the event that didn’t know how to pay for groceries and medicatriggered her health problems was not severe or tion.

She is preparing to appeal WorkSafe’s decision catastrophic enough.

“PTSD is not about a triggering event,” she said, so she can afford to live while rehabilitating and said she wants to take care of herself so she can “It’s an accumulative disorder.”

The CMHA says military personnel, first return to taking care of her community.

“I never once woke up in the morning and responders – police, firefighters, and paramedics – doctors, and nurses have higher rates of PTSD thought ‘oh no I have to go to work’,” said Jennings. “I couldn’t wait to get there.” than other professions.

To read more about Lisa Jennings and to help Bob Parkinson, director of health and wellness for the Ambulance Paramedics of B.C., said para- her recovery, please go online to gofundme.com/ medics have a rate two to three times higher than gq0k7w. the general public. intern@vicnews.com “PTSD is an injury when you injure yourself in a workplace, you make changes to how you do things,” Parkinson said.

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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.

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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. Radiation therapy is used to treat a variety of cancer types, as well as in palliative treatment to relieve symptoms.

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Cancer patients at the B.C. Cancer Agency’s Vancouver Island Centre 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

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Value of heritage Both the Craigdarroch Castle Historical Museum Society and the Ross Bay Villa Society are taking on major fundraising campaigns to save more of the city’s heritage, albeit for different reasons.

The Ross Bay Villa Society aims to purchase the Ross Bay Villa from the financiallystrapped TLC. The society must raise $130,000 to pay off the existing mortgage.

Across town, the Craigdarroch Castle Historical Museum Society wants to free up space in the four-storey, 30-room castle by removing the gift shop and staff offices to make room for more storytelling opportunities and museum-based activities.

The gift shop is currently located where the original kitchen was and planners want to restore the kitchen to a Romanesque-era style to match the rest of the castle.

The gift shop will be relocated in another building on the property.

Both projects are worthy of our support for the heritage value alone, never mind adding in the tourism driver they will create.

It’s encouraging that these projects are being pushed by societies who have an invested interest. They should be an inspiration to other groups to push forward their projects, instead of waiting for government to make the first move.

B.C.’s history is still relatively young, but we can’t pass up on opportunities to enhance it and help it grow.

The one thing we must always keep in mind when looking at our history is that we only have so many opportunities to get it right.

As Simone Vogel-Horridge, president of the Ross Bay Villa, said: “Once it’s gone, it’s gone.”

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Don’t use Queen for political sour grapes Re: Monarchists blast Helps (News, Dec. 10) The Queen wasn’t an issue in the civic election and it is silly for people who don’t live in Victoria to try and use the Queen for political sour grapes.

The mayor and city council of Victoria were elected by the people to represent the interests of the people.

I respect the right of councillors to add their personal statement about the Queen and I also note they include a couple of councillors who have given long service to the city.

I question whether some of them have more to contribute.

John Mullane Victoria

Harbour seaplanes a welcoming sight Re: Seaplanes give flight to city’s economic engine (News, Dec. 5) Seaplanes coming to and fro in

the Inner Harbour is part of what makes this area so unique.

In the better weather I enjoy taking a walk along the Songhees waterfront and then along West Song Way heading towards Esquimalt and I often stop to enjoy the engineering of flight as the seaplanes do their thing.

Daryle Cosgrove Victoria

Amalgamation vote is only a look-see Re: Dark side of amalgamation (Your View, Nov. 28) Nice of Jordan Bateman to warn us of some pitfalls of amalgamation but he has not done his homework.

The various amalgamations that have occurred in BC – Kamloops, Prince George and Abottsford have been successful because they were voluntary and well planned before initiated.

These were not forced like other cities.

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Labour costs are an issue to address but most of the municipalities already deal with the same unions. Any transition plan that occurs must carefully consider these costs.

The Bish Report has been hanging around for years and says that smaller municipalities help competition and keep costs lower.

Everyone needs to take a breath. The electorate said lets have a study and discussion and see what make sense.

Let’s all allow the process to move forward.

Anthonius Heemskerk Victoria

Esquimalt mayor an unfair target Re: Judge Fortin on his accomplishments (Letters, Dec. 3) While Dan Reeve is entitled to put as positive a spin as he can on failed mayoralty of Dean Fortin in Victoria, it is unfortunate that he resorts to taking a cheap shot at Esquimalt’s highly successful mayor, Barb Desjardins.

It is clear Desjardins opposed the sewage-treatment plan that would have involved the building of the now notorious poop palace at McLoughlin Point, not because of a politically opportunistic calculation,” but because she was perceptive enough to understand that the proposal was not in the best interest of the people of Esquimalt or anyone else in the Capital Region for that matter.

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Ugly sweaters brings smiles to sick kids That’s Ugly Society fundraises for Children’s Wish Foundation Andrea Peacock Victoria News

Ugly Christmas sweaters have become a phenomenon, decked out with reindeers, bells and Santa beards.

The sweaters are mainly used for a laugh during the holidays, but this year the ugly Christmas sweaters have a greater purpose.

Now That’s Ugly Society and the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada have partnered to bring wishes to deserving children simply by donning a festive sweater.

For children suffering life-threatening illnesses, the granting of just one wish can brighten their whole world during a less than joyful time of their lives.

Jordan Birch saw this first-hand when his friend died of cancer two years ago, just after being sent to Disneyland on an impromptu wish.

“We ended up wanting to grant wishes on a grander scale,” said Birch, who had founded Now That’s Ugly Society 11 years prior to that. For those 11 years, Now That’s Ugly held a Christmas sweater party at the Commodore in Vancouver to raise money for various charities. After the passing of his friend, Birch decided to focus solely on the Children’s Wish Foundation.

This year, Now That’s Ugly is expanding beyond the Lower Mainland.

“We’re going to the Island, we’re going all

the way up to the Sea-to-Sky [Highway] and we’re going as far as Ontario,” said Birch.

Anyone can order a captain’s kit from Now That’s Ugly Society to host their own ugly Christmas sweater party.

The kits cost $200 and come with a toque, 40 buttons and a captain’s guide.

“Typically what people do is sell the buttons for $5,” said Birch. “We’re seeing a lot of captains taking it a step further, and they’re collecting more donations or setting themselves up on online fundraising.”

In B.C. and the Yukon, Now That’s Ugly donated just over $20,000 to Children’s Wish in 2013. This year, Birch’s goal is to raise $100,000.

“The average cost of a wish is $10,000,” said Jennifer Petersen, provincial director of the B.C. and Yukon chapter of the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada. She

added about 75 wishes get granted every year in B.C. and the Yukon.

“About 65 per cent of our wishes [involve] travel. Of that, definitely the most popular is Disney,” said Petersen.

All wishes are entirely funded by donors, said Petersen.

“We grant the most wishes in Canada, more than any other wish granting organization. No eligible child is denied a wish.”

Ugly Christmas Sweater Day is officially proclaimed as Dec. 19. Victoria city councillors will be dressed in their own ugly sweaters at the Dec. 18 council meeting.

To order an ugly Christmas sweater party kit, go online to nowthatsugly.com or call 1-800-267-WISH (9474). To donate directly to the Children’s Wish Foundation, go online to childrenswish.ca. andrea.peacock@vicnews.com

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The Victoria Symphony concert will feature Austrian operetta signers and Ballet Victoria dancers. The Viennese New Year concert tradition began 75 years ago when the Vienna Philharmonic staged a New Year’s Eve concert.

The tradition continues, although the concert now occurs on New Year’s Day. The concert will be held at the Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton St., on Jan. 1 at 2:30 p.m.

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West Coast Trail born from marine tragedies decrease in the number of shipwrecks along Vancouver Island.

Radar came into common use in the late 1930s, and during the course of the Second World War the U.S. perfected the Long Range Navigation System (Loran), which uses pulsed radio transmissions between ‘master’ and ‘slave’ stations to form Kate Humble hyperbola (called loran lines) Maritime History which intersect to show the position of the ship.

Then, of course, in the 1970s After the tragic sinking of the global positioning system the Valencia in January 1906 began to supersede other and the loss of 136 souls, the navigational systems. Though Canadian government decided there are still ships and souls that something must be done lost in the area, today the about the ever-mounting death number is minimal. toll of the area known as the The last major Graveyard of the shipwreck along the Pacific.

West Coast Trail was This patch of of the Russian tanker stormy water extends Uzbekistan in 1943. from the north of Though the ship was Oregon up to and destroyed, all souls including the west aboard the vessel coast of Vancouver were saved.

Island.

Today, hikers It is hard to know regularly encounter exactly how many the remnants of ships have been lost the many lost ships to its frigid depths, which litter the but estimates for the shore along the trail. number of wrecks Boilers, anchors, along the coast of Vancouver Island Maritime Museum of B.C. boxes, splintered alone hover in the Shipwreck debris found along the West Coast bits of decking, even pieces of steam region of 475.

Trail. The wreckage is protected by law. funnels protrude One of the most from the sea or lie abandoned Port Renfrew they first built brutal parts of the graveyard is on the sand. the Pachena Point Lighthouse at the entrance to the Strait of This wreckage is protected in 1908 to warn ships that Juan de Fuca along Vancouver by law; it is illegal for anyone approached too close to the Island’s southwest coast, jagged reefs along the coastline. to remove the debris of ship between Bamfield and Port wrecked more than two years Then, the narrow path had Renfrew. This was the exact, ago. been cleared for the telegraph inaccessible coastline where In 1973 the West Coast Trail the Valencia had met her doom. lines was widened and made became part of Pacific Rim more accessible for rescuers Survivors who made it National Park Reserve and was and survivors alike. to shore after the ship was upgraded.

Signposts were added to wrecked on a reef during a Today it is used for help survivors determine just storm faced sheer, 30-metre recreational hiking and where they were. Small shacks cliffs which they had to climb, camping, though anyone were also constructed at eightshivering and soaked, only who has travelled its kilometre intervals along the to find themselves in a dense length will testify that it is trail and equipped with multiforest, alone with the howling still a treacherous route. lingual maps and directions winds and unseen predators.

Approximately two per cent There was a rickety telegraph for navigating the trail, rations, of those who attempt the trail blankets and the basics for line that cut through the will require emergency rescue survival. dense temperate rainforest, The Bamfield Lifeboat Station services to get them out. and this they followed until It is consistently rated as was also built and equipped they found a small linesman’s one of the finest hikes in the with a state-of-the-art 36-foot shack where they finally were world, but the West Coast Trail motorized lifeboat. It was the able to communicate with the remains a visible testament height of modernity when it Carmanah Lighthouse Station to the powerful hand of was commissioned in 1908, to get help.

Vancouver Island’s natural and hundreds of these boats The rescue ships that forces and to the lives lost to, came to be used in coastal eventually arrived could do and saved from, its unrelenting communities across North little when they approached grip.

America. from the water lest they too be By the 1950s, the Dominion wrecked, and the area was so ••• Lifesaving Trail had fallen into remote that it was impossible Kate Humble is an historian disrepair. The first half of the to approach quickly by land. and the education curator for 20th century had brought some the Maritime Museum of British The intense tragedy and rapid changes in technology human drama of the story Columbia. Questions can be sent which led to a corresponding hit headlines across North to: khumble@mmbc.bc.ca America and prompted a public outcry to ameliorate the situation.

Vancouver Island was still remote and wild, yet there was a busy shipping corridor through the Strait of Juan de Fuca which brought hundreds of boats into the busy harbours of Victoria, Vancouver and Seattle.

In response, the Canadian government conceived the “Dominion Life-Saving Trail” which is known as the West Coast Trail today. They embarked on a two-year plan to upgrade the rickety line of telegraph wires into a lifesaving system.

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Work prospects improving Job prospects for the first quarter of 2015 in Victoria will increase six percentage points from the same time in 2014.

A report by Manpower Group found that employers in the finance, insurance and real estate sectors will have the strongest job prospects, with a four percentage point increase from the same time in 2014.

The survey of over 1,900 employers across Canada revealed that 11 per cent plan to increase their staffing levels in the first quarter of 2015, while seven per cent anticipate cutbacks and 79 per cent expect their current staffing levels to stay the same. The remaining three per cent are unsure about their hiring intentions. editor@vicnews.com

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Craigdarroch Castle Historical Museum Society hopes to raise $2 million for an expansion of the historic castle. Craigdarroch Castle was built in 1887 by Robert and Joan Dunsmuir.

Craigdarroch Castle seeks financing for $2M upgrade Tammy Schuster Victoria News

Craigdarroch Castle is getting a $2-million upgrade, but planners don’t know where the money will come from to finance the project.

“It’s still in the early days of planning,” said John Hughes, executive director of the Craigdarroch Castle Historical Museum Society.

Hughes said the society is considering debt financing, a capital fundraising campaign and going directly to society’s members for funds. He said the finance committee will give recommendations early in the new year.

The project’s plan is to free up space in the four-storey, 30-room castle by removing the gift shop and staff offices to make room for more story-telling opportunities and museum-based activities.

The gift shop is currently located where the original kitchen was and planners want to restore the kitchen to a Romanesque-era style to match the rest of the castle.

A building already on site at 1050 Joan Cres. is being eyed up to house a new gift shop, a visitors centre and office space.

“We’re about eight to 10 months away from approval,” said Hughes of the rezoning application process.

Craigdarroch Castle was built in 1887 by Robert and Joan Dunsmuir.

After their deaths, the castle continued to live many lives.

It reopened as a military hospital in 1919 after extensive renovations by the Department of Soldiers Civil Re-establishment. The kitchen was replaced and internal walls were reconfigured on every floor to build hospital rooms.

The castle went from housing recuperating

veterans to housing students when it became the site of Victoria College in 1921. Rooms were made into classrooms, common areas, and the dance hall was turned into the school library.

When the college outgrew the castle, it became the home of the Victoria school board, and was again modified to allow for office space.

It even housed more than 30 pianos when it became the home of

the Victoria Conservatory of Music in 1969.

The castle society was established in 1959 and is a registered charity that receives little in government funding.

The society receives a permissive tax exemption from the City of Victoria which is given to charitable organizations, museums and heritage properties.

Approximately 120,000 visitors are expected to visit the castle this year. intern@vicnews.com

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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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quickly. With this in mind, Hyundai has backed away from the fluid approach to a more sculpted design that shares some styling cues from the top-of-range Hyundai Genesis. The front features a squarer grille opening, edgier bumper and front chin-spoiler. The base model is fitted with the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine has and 16-inch or 17-inch alloy wheels with LED daytime running lights, halogen headlamps or HID lights on the limited trim. The performance oriented 2.0 Turbo Sport model, seen above, comes with a two-toned front spoiler, 18-inch wheels, standard HID headlamps, quad exhaust tips and a lower diffuser on the rear bumper. The top trim levels of both the 2.4L and 2.0 Sport have a blacked-out section of the front grille which signifies the car comes with adaptive cruise control and a forward collision warning system.

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

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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.

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It takes more time and distance to stop in icy conditions. Watch for slippery bridge decks, even when the rest of the pavement is in good condition. Bridge decks will ice up sooner than the pavement. Do not use the cruise control in winter conditions. Even roads that appear clear can have sudden slippery spots and the short touch of your brakes to deactivate the cruise control feature can cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Don't get overconfident in your 4x4 vehicle. Remember that your four-wheel drive vehicle may help you get going quicker than other vehicles but it won’t help you stop any faster.

Many 4x4 vehicles are heavier than passenger vehicles and actually may take longer to stop. Don’t get overconfident in your 4x4 vehicle’s traction. Your 4x4 can lose traction as quickly as a two-wheel drive vehicle.

If your vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brakes, do not pump them in attempting to stop. The right way is to step on the brake pedal and steer against the slide. Look further ahead in traffic than you normally do. Actions by cars and trucks will alert you more quickly to problems and give you a split second extra time to react safely. ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca

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The 2015 Canadian Car of the Year “Best New” award winners are: City Car: Kia Soul EV Small Car (under $21k): Honda Fit

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2015. In addition, AJAC will also present 2015 awards for Best New Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Subaru were all double winners and, as usual, there were a few surprises.

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“Through Carols in the Candlelight we hope to help our Victoria community find those transcendent moments of beauty in the Christmas rush, and to remind them that it’s in serving others that we find our best moments,” says Pollet.

Performances of the pageant will be held Dec. 23 and 24 at 7:30 p.m., with a brass band playing a welcoming set to visitors beginning at 6:45 p.m. A shorter family service for those with young children will also be held at 4:30 p.m. on December 24.

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Laude’s trademark haunting medieval melodies combine with works from modern composers to inspire and elevate the soul.

Contemporary Canadian pieces such as Sarah Quartel’s Snow Angel, Sheldon Rose’s Stars, and the Wyrd Sisters’ Warrior draw listeners’ hearts close to home, while a fierce tribute to Australian Aborigine freedom fighter Pemulway and Lauridsen’s classic favourite O Magnum

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140 women raised $14,000 for the Umbrella Society.

Each woman who joins commits to one year and four $100 cheques.

Each member nominates a charity, then three are randomly drawn and voted upon. Each woman then writes a cheque for the winning charity.

“We are thrilled that 100 per cent of the $24,000 raised will go to a local charity,” said co-chair Miriam Byrne.

Back in September, Byrne said she would love the group to grow to 1,000 plus women; and with a 78 per cent increase in membership since then, the group is well on its way.

“The continued growth of our 100 Women Who Care Victoria chapter has astounded us,” said Denise Grant, co-chair of the group.

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Ageless pieces including the Italian Adoramus Te and traditional Irish Jerusalem evoke a contemplative mood that transcends place and time.

Now in its 18th year, Ensemble Laude is well-known for its excellence in a cappella performance and medieval repertoire.

Director Elizabeth MacIsaac has led choral ensembles for more than 25 years, in both Canada and France. MacIsaac also enjoys an international career as a vocalist specializing in early music and new commissions of contemporary music.

Tree sale on hold this year Kiwanis Club of Esquimalt will not hold its annual Christmas tree sale this year, due to ongoing renovations at Archie Browning Recreation Centre.

The club, however, will continue to holds it annual tree chipping event in the new year behind the arena.

The dates for tree chipping are Jan. 1 to 4, 10 and 11.

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Volunteers Want to volunteer?

Opportunities are available through these positions at Volunteer Victoria. Please call 250-386-2269 or online at volunteervictoria.bc.ca.

Special Olympics is looking for a five-pin bowling head coach to prepare lesson plans and direct athletes and assistant coaches. Practices take place Tuesday evenings at Miracle Lanes in Sidney.

Canadian Red Cross, 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.

Victoria Community Health Co-operative is looking for a graphic designer who has their own software to help the co-operative create posters and other print media.

Hope Through Achievement Foundation is looking for someone with grant writing experience, who is able to come into the office for a few hours a week to filter potential grant providers from a secured database.

Canadian Cancer Society needs team players who are looking for opportunities to make a positive impact in their community to fill various positions for the annual Daffodil campaign.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Victoria is looking for in-school mentors who would be matched with a child at a local elementary school and would visit the child for one hour per week.

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Cyclists light up for Christmas ride Decked out in colourful lights and decorations, cyclists will be riding the streets of Victoria, raising awareness of the importance of lighting up.

The 17th annual Terry van Fleet Memorial Christmas light ride is set for Saturday (Dec. 13).

“We try to support this notion of lighting up and being aware of bicycles, but in a fun way,” said Jane van Hoorn, Greater Victoria Cycling Coalition rides committee secretary.

The ride commemorates van Fleet, who was struck and killed by a pickup truck driver as he rode, with lights on, along Blanshard Street in 1998.

The ride, which attracts any-

where from 52 to 100 cyclists annually, is a two-hour roundtrip through the lit-up neighbourhoods of the city.

Riders must have rear and front safety lights at least, and can also decorate their bikes for extra holiday cheer.

The Christmas ride starts at Oaklands Community Centre at 1-2827 Belmont Ave. Registration begins at 6 p.m., and the ride runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free refreshments will be available at the community centre, along with door prizes after the ride. There is a suggested $5 donation.

Visit gvcc.bc.ca for more information. editor@vicnews.com

Culinary tours serves up cocktails, hors d’oeuvres Since two of the most important food groups during the holiday season are cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, Off the Eaten Track – a foodbased tour guide experience – has partnered with New Theatre Spirits & Tonics to present a sampling tour through some of Victoria’s downtown eateries.

On Dec. 14, 15 and 16, the Holiday Spirits and Culinary Tour stops at four restaurants for drinks, appies, and a guide to creating the per-

fect cocktail.

“This tour is perfect for a unique date night, a friends night out, or for the cocktail enthusiast,” said Alexis Ragan, co-owner and tour guide with Off The Eaten Track.

The tour starts at 5 p.m. at The Mint on Douglas Street.

Tickets are $85 and include all food and beverage samples. Go online to victoriaspiritstour.eventbrite.ca for tickets and information.

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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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The holiday season can be bitter sweet for many seniors. Depending upon memories past, existing family, friends, sense of community, death of loved one(s), coupled with all the hype and advertising, this time of year can result in feelings of loneliness and depression. Families may be torn between commitments with work, children, grandchildren vs spending quality time visiting their parents - who may live at a distance.

This often increases guilt for many children of seniors.

The beauty of living in an RC, especially during the holiday season is the myriad of wonderful activities planned throughout the season.

Memories are relived as residents share their traditional holidays past with peers who have gone through similar life circumstances. It’s a wonderful time of year to make new friends and new memories. The seasonal decorations, music, parties within the community, as well as outings to enjoy the lights and sounds of the season all contribute to a positive beginning in their new home - whether Christmas is a holiday/season they celebrate, or not.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and Seasons greetings! May 2015 overflow with peace of mind, good health and much happiness.

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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.

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Young Highlanders earn win, draw against Island rivals After a break in Vancouver Island Soccer League tournament action while attending San Diego Surf Cup action, the Highlanders’ Prospect men’s teams were back in action over the past week, playing to a draw and clean sheet victory against Fusion and Lakehill squads.

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Highlander goals in the match came by way of Charlie Miller, Cody Gysbers and a Fusion own goal, while the game MVP was awarded to Hamish Walde.

For Fusion, Paul Contimelias earned a brace, while Aidan Elkin chipped in the third goal of the match for his squad, who sit at eighth place overall.

The U21 Prospect men faced Lakehill United, the leagueleading Highlanders U-21 squad posted an impressive 4-0 win,

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Coaches will teach FC Barcelona methodologies and strategy to 50 local coaches.

The coaching clinic will take place July 12 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

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same training that is taught at the FC Barcelona Academy in Barcelona, Spain. Each training session is limited to 72 athletes and will be given a training ratio of 10 to 12 players per coach.

There will be three training sessions each day and players will be grouped by age, gender and skill level.

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Stingers atop league standings The Stingers continue to hold down first place in the Victoria Hockey League.

Nipping at the Stingers is the Lions and Stars in second and third spots respectively.

Top scorer is Clayton Lainsbury, with a comfortable 15 points, at 45, ahead of Jackson Wilson at 30 points and Brody Coulter, Trevor McNeil and Blake Roney, all at 28 points.

Hot hand in goal is Stingers goalie Jason Stone sitting in first place with a goals against average of 2.73.

Tritons Randy Collins holds down second spot and Dave Brumby from the Sharks stands at third.

Royals set for Teddy Bear toss The Victoria Royals hope to continue their winning ways when they take on the Vancouver Giants in a home-and-home series starting tonight (Dec. 12) for the fourth annual Teddy Bear Toss Night.

All teddy bears collected will be distributed to charity.

Puck drop for Friday’s contest is at 7:05 p.m.

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Christmas is coming and with the season often come overnight guests.

Some simple home preparations can make your life much easier and your guests’ stay more pleasurable.

Most important, work ahead.

Last minute scrambling will leave you frustrated and exhausted at an already busy time of year.

If you have a room that you use for company make certain that all bed linen is freshly laundered or perhaps spring for new set of sheets that you can use solely for company.

An extra blanket draped over the end of the bed may come in handy for some guests.

Open up some space in the closet and clean out a drawer for the use of guests. It will make them feel more at home and means there won’t be half opened suitcases on the floor, tripping people up and giving the room and your home a cluttered look.

Give the room a thorough vacuum and dusting, including window blinds and the tops of the fan blades if you have a room fan. You may never use the fan but you don’t want your guests and the freshly cleaned room covered in a layer of dust when they flip the switch on.

Clear any clutter off end tables, although a lamp and clock will be useful for company. Do make certain that any clocks are quiet, you may no longer notice the tick tick tick of grandma’s antique timepiece but you don’t want it keeping your guests up all night.

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Wednesday, Dec. 17

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Seniors’ Christmas Lunch.

Esquimalt Recreation Centre, 527 Fraser St., noon to 1:30 p.m. Info: 250412-8500.

Open House and Carol Sing.

Government House, 1401 Rockland Ave., 5 to 7 p.m.

Point Ellice House. See the historic house in its holiday “dressing.”

Christmas gifts and baking on sale.

Christmas teas by reservation. Open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. To reserve: call 250-380-6506 or email ellicehouse@ gmail.com.

Handel’s Messiah performed by Victoria Symphony and the Victoria Choral Society.

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Moss Street Winter Market.

Fairfield Community Centre, 1330 Fairfield Rd., 10 a.m to noon.

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.

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TubaChristmas. Sixty-five tuba players come together to play Christmas songs. Market Square, 1 to 3 p.m.

Youth Choir 61 (School District 61 Honour Choir) presents Sweet Songs of Christmas with special guests the Linden Singers and harpist Helena Murray-Hill. St. Aidan’s Church, 3703 St. Aidan’s St., 2 p.m. Tickets available at the door or call 250-598-4463.

Lions Skate with Santa. Esquimalt Archie Browning Sports Centre, 1151 Esquimalt Rd., 2:30 to 4 p.m. Info: 250412-8500.

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Ensemble Laude presents Illuminations: Songs Toward the Light.

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Carols in the Candelight, Christmas pageant. First Metropolitan Chruch, 6:45 p.m. Information online at: firstmetvictoria.com.

Tuesday, Dec. 24 Carols in the Candelight, Christmas pageant. First Metropolitan Chruch, 6:45 p.m. (A shorter family service will also be held at 4:30 p.m.). Info: firstmetvictoria.com.

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The romantic notion of never having to go grocery shopping again may soon be a reality – if you live in the right condo.

BOSA Properties together with Sustainable Produce Urban Delivery (SPUD.com) have created BosaFresh for residents of Promontory at Bayview Place.

Catered to condo-dwellers using grocery delivery services, BosaFresh is a designated temperature-controlled room to house grocery deliveries. A walk-in communal fridge that keeps your waiting food cold and fresh until you get home.

SPUD.com is an online retailer that delivers local, organic and natural groceries to your home, but the amenity is available for any grocery delivery service.

“BosaFresh will mean no more rushing home to ensure your milk, meat and fruit stays fresh,” said Peter Van Stolk, CEO of SPUD.com. “Cold storage will keep it well preserved until you’re ready to come home.”

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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.

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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.

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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.

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It takes more time and distance to stop in icy conditions. Watch for slippery bridge decks, even when the rest of the pavement is in good condition. Bridge decks will ice

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Ian Harwood up sooner than the pavement. Do not use the cruise control in winter conditions. Even roads that appear clear can have sudden slippery spots and the short touch of your brakes to deactivate the cruise control feature can cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Don't get overconfident in your 4x4 vehicle. Remember that your four-wheel drive vehicle may help you get going quicker than other vehicles but it won’t help you stop any faster.

Many 4x4 vehicles are heavier than passenger vehicles and actually may take longer to stop. Don’t get overconfident in your 4x4 vehicle’s traction. Your 4x4 can lose traction as quickly as a two-wheel drive vehicle.

If your vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brakes, do not pump them in attempting to stop. The right way is to step

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