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The brave and the foolhardy headed into the water at Whiffin Spit on January 1 for the annual Polar Bear Swim sponsored by the Otter Point Volunteer Fire Department. Councillor Brenda Parkinson, Mayor Maja Tait, Councillors Kerrie Reay and Kevin Pearson attended the Mayor’s New Year’s Levee on January 1.

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Fifteen-year-old Jordyn Borsellino took it upon herself to raise money for the Sooke Food Bank. The Edward Milne community school student organized a bottle drive for a school program, for which they had to do something charitable, and raised $152.25 with the bottle drive through Sunriver. Borsellino is also involved in the First Sooke Venturers. Donations of cash or non-perishable food items can be dropped off at the Sooke News Miirror office at #4-6631 Sooke Road.

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Winners from Legion contest Local students received awards for the annual Legion Remembrance Contest. Tom Lott and Bob Young from the Sooke Legion awarded certificates and cheques to Sooke students for their wining entices in this years Poster and Literary competition. The big winner was Ecole Poirier: Gracie Szadkowski, Brenden Marchak, Presley Banys Sadie Unger, Ben Hassett, and Olivia Lennox. Missing is Bronson Hayes-MacLeod. From John Muir, a young lady who won two awards and 2two cheques, Barbara Ann Marie McKenzie. From Sooke Elementary, Neesh Rianin Loutet. Congratulations to all!

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Later Life rambLings

Coming up to 65... getting things in order We welcome a new year and are thankful for the good sense to live in this place of beauty and friendliness – our town! Patience, warmth and smiling service can be counted on in our local businesses. Hugs are free and are given with regularity. Food and medications are delivered to seniors and shut–ins if needed. The Sooke Food Bank and the Crisis Center work hard to help families in need. Generous people donate and fund raise. Sooke is a caring place. Some of us are amazed that we made it another year and some will turn 65 in 2015 and realize their “seniority.” Application forms for Old Age Security

shirley Lowe and Canada Pension are on the computer and must be sent in six months before the birthdate. It is convenient to have a Service Canada office in Langford at 3179 Jacklin Rd. for processing. The Orange Bottle Program was launched by the O.A.PO. January 2014. They pro-

vided a magnet for the fridge door to alert first responders of the important medical and contact information available inside a bottle in the fridge. This would be a good time to update the information so that it is accurate. For those who have not received a package they can be picked up at the Drop In Center, Fire Dept., Ambulance Service, the Volunteer Center on Wadams Way and Peoples Drugmart. We all wish for Peace on Earth and for our community. Life is a gift and the way we live our life is a gift to those who follow. Happy New Year! Shirley Lowe

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In the early hours of December 28th - the tires of 10 vehicles were slashed On Pyrite, Amethyst, Quartz, and Townsend Roads. This investigation is ongoing but as of yet no arrests have been made. RCMP did receive a tip that a male in a plaid jacket was seen slashing tires in this area but this information has not developed into a suspect being identified. RCMP will be stepping up patrols in this area but are asking the public to be vigilant. Investigators have determined there was a

gathering in the Broomhill park that night - it is unknown if the suspect or suspects might have been at this gathering. Anyone with information on this crime is asked to contact the Sooke RCMP Detachment at 250-642-5241 or Crimestoppers at 1-800 -222-8477. • On December 29th, at approximately 11:15 p.m. Sooke RCMP received a report of an altercation near the St. Rose of Lima Church on Townsend Road in Sooke. Police responded and located a male victim of a stabbing a short ways from the scene - in his residence. The victim - a 24 year old male from Sooke was transported to hospital with a non-life threatening stab wound to the lower back. Police are actively investigating this incident. It is not consid-

ered to be a random attack, and at this point in the investigation there is not believed to be any threat to the public from the suspect or suspects. Anyone having any information about this incident is asked to call the Sooke Detachment RCMP at 250-642-5241 or Crimestoppers at 1800-222-8477. • On New Year’s Eve, December 31, at 10 p.m., Sooke RCMP received a call of a stabbing at a residence on Grant Road. Upon arrival, police located the victim, a 34-yearold Sooke male, suffering a deep wound to the hand. Arrested for Assault with a Weapon, was the victim’s common-law spouse, a 47-year-old Sooke female. The victim was treated and released from hospital, and was subsequently arrested for uttering threats

tance from the Regional Domestic Violence Unit, “As is the case with the vast majority of domestic violence cases, alcohol was involved,” stated S/Sgt.

Jeff McArthur. Break and Enter at SEAPARC On New Year’s Day, at just after 4 a.m., the SEAPARC Leisure Complex on Phillips Road was broken into and an ATM was compromised and money stolen. There was extensive damage to the multipurpose room doors, said RCMP. A spokesperson for SEAPARC stated the thieves had tools with them and had left them behind, after extensively damaging the ATM. “We were a bit shocked ourselves,” said Program Services Manager Colleen Hoglund. S/Sgt. Jeff McArthur said there are no suspects at this time and they are continuing to investigate the theft and break and enter. “There was some level of sophistication,” said McArthur.

infrastructure. Both of the lots were inadvertently added to the SSA and resulted in two sewer parcel tax notices. The

recommendation to remove one of the lots was given first, second and third reading. The council meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

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What had to be the shortest council meeting in history took place on December 29, 2014. Council came together at a special council meeting to consider two issues for the Sooke Community Association. The first was a Development Variance Permit for the campground at 2259 Phillips Road. The Sooke Community Association was seeking a variance for the front property line for a proposed accessory dwelling unit. They wanted a variance from 7.5 metres to 4.0 metres.

The original dwelling was removed from the property via a demolition permit and the siting did not conform with current bylaws being deemed legally non-conforming. The campground is approximately nine acres in size and the majority of the site falls within the flood plain of the Sooke River. Council voted unanimously to issue the Development Variance Permit PLN01118. No public input was received. The second portion of the meeting dealt with a Sooke Core Sewer Specified Area Amendment for property owned by the Sooke Community

Association on Phillips Road. The association was seeking removal of a lot from the Sewer Specified Area. The campground,

known as The Flats, is comprised of two feesimple lots, with the main campground portion zones P1 with no waste-water related

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Adventures on the high seas: HI-YU Daniel Chauvin

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A thing has as much soul as is poured into it. Both its crafting and the life it leads creates a storied depth of many leagues. In the case of the fishing vessel, the HI-YU, which, is currently bobbing like a cork at the pilings in front of Jenkins Marine, the soul of this boat has netted plenty of other souls along the way. Self-styled captain and owner of the boat, Peter Mouck, is now a part of the rich tapestry of this boat’s history. He acquired the vessel from “a French Tesla” who once lived aboard at the former Sooke Marine Industries. His earnest desire to save his sinking ship has led him on a quest to discover the richness of the boat’s legacy and the possible spirited resting place of one of the former owners, Andy Planes, brother of Chief Gordie of T’Sou-ke nation. “This is a unique boat whose story needs to be told. My only chance to save her is if I can get the word out to the community at large,” Mouck implored. Dialing back the time machine to the early 1930’s, the HI-YU was built between 1932-1936 by Hilmar T. Wingen at Wingen shipyards in Tofino. Designed partly as a fishing vessel with her sister ship, the SHILO, she was also secretly designed to be a decoy vessel used to conceal submarines during the war. The subs would attach themselves to the bottom of the

keel and run past any sonar detection under the pretense of fishing. The boats were used after the Estevan lighthouse was fired upon by enemy submarines. It’s the only one left because the government tried with difficulty to destroy any evidence of the subs’ existence from destroying documents to torpedoing the vessels. HI-YU is apparently not even its real name, as her registry was changed to avoid persecution. The 40-foot, yellow cedar, double wood hull A-frame fishing vessels made the journey from Tofino to Nanoose Bay and back to Sooke Harbour and beyond, fishing, crabbing and concealing along the way. After years of fishing and passing hands to different owners, the boats both went out together on an extended fishing trip, but only one returned after tempestuous seas hit in 1973. The HI-YU returned home, with the SHILO being lost at sea, or so it is believed, with some sailor speculation that she may still be out there, plying the waters. The ownership passed hands from

local fisherman, George Wilson to the Planes family till the early 1980’s where it was used for trolling and netting until it was abandoned at the government wharf and found listing on it’s port side. Another local, Steve Saunders, then took control of the vessel and restored it to active duty all along the West Coast from Alaska to Sooke. In 1986 the HI-YU was netting when a massive catch was made. Loaded to capacity with boiling nets, and almost out of fuel, the boat turned into nearby Port Angeles to refuel and sell the fish at a premium. The timing was impeccable because of the fishing slump in the U.S.. The HI-YU crew proceeded to disembark and celebrate the spoils of the catch at local pubs. By two in the morning, the pickled crew was ushered back to the boat, with the dock master using a fire axe to cut the lines of the HI-YU, sending her swiftly on her way. On another misadventure near the U.S. border, the vessel, which had been fitted with smuggling rails,

was caught with a illicit load of contraband from the far away lands of South America. In early 2000, the boat returned to the government wharf where Andy and Joe Planes decided to reclaim the HI-YU and spent many years on it. Andy’s love of the boat was great and he spent some of his last days living aboard. His spirit is said to reside on the

logs of Sunny Shores. Paddling through a lucky rainbow where the HI-YU had been anchored the night before, Mouck made double time across the Basin in his skiff where it was being grabbed from the anchor winch by rope and dragged to “help” the boat and her captain. The assistance ended up damaging the boat further, gouging the outer hull. This

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is the reason why the boat remains skunked at present. Mouck continued to work on the vessel with friends for the following weeks and righted the boat when another 80 km storm blew in. He attempted to skiff the HI-YU back to the marina which was like “moving a freight train with a tricycle” he recounted. He devised a new plan to use a small sail and skiff to tow her back when he was spotted by crab fishermen at Jenkins Marine. After several failed attempts, they managed to place the HI-YU onto the waiting pilings that have been

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The popular image of a ‘Zombie Apocalypse’ has been recently represented through hordes of cell-phone users being hypnotized by the tiny screens of their cell-phones oblivious to anything around them. A cyborg, or ‘cybernetic organism’ was once the stuff of Sci-Fi fiction, but the reality is now upon us in the presence of the ubiquitous digital zombies staring numbly into their phones and iPods. I know this sounds harsh, but we are losing a true connectedness ironically through the use of these very technologies that are supposed to keep us connected. The sight of friends or family hanging out together, where each of them is entranced by the luminescent spells cast in glowing, tumbling words and images may yet be the recipe for social disaster. A surrender to a feeble ‘artificial intelligence’ looms

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that only serves to keep us in a disjointed awareness, without a grounding in the present moment. As the new year is upon us, it opens an opportunity to reconnect. For some inundated by holiday overload it becomes a reason to retreat even further into the solipsistic space of the digital addiction. But this need not be the case. I wish to suggest a three day ‘Drop the cell phone’ challenge as a way to reconnect in a more direct way with your friends, family, surroundings and self. For a period of one to three days, I would propose that whoever feels the pull of the phone, like Frodo’s obsession with the Ring of Power, and is unable to go a day without a constant vigilance on the latest text or Facebook post, could be well served by setting aside the phone (or a computer screen if that is your window). Day One Try it for a day at first. On that first day, take note of any feel-

ings or cravings to get back to the screen. Go for a walk. Enjoy a cup of tea. Keep the screen off your radar and replace it with more immediate and sensuous experiences. Day Two On the second day, if you feel confident (or even if you aren’t), take note of people in the streets and the places you dwell. Is there anyone with a phone in hand as they walk or wait for a bus? Try to meet people’s gaze, greet strangers with a kind smile. Welcome the feelings of seasonal cheer and reciprocate any joy coming your way. Day Three Okay, you’ve made

it this far. If you are feeling the pull-back, give it one more go. This time, listen to the silence or song around you. Retreat to a quiet place and take note of the whispering wonderment that is always surrounding us, but we sometimes let fade from our attention. A child’s spontaneous delight is the key to kingdom. Be kind to yourself and others. If you’ve made it this far, pat yourself on the back and feel free to share your insights with others, either in face to face or on social media (if you must). Happy New Year!

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BEGINNER VIOLIN LESSONS Tuesday, January 13, 2015 • 4-6 pm Journey Middle School • 6522 Throup Road, Sooke $150/10 Group Classes We are offering group violin lessons for Grades 4 - 6, Grades 4-5 4pm-4:45 and Grades 5-8 4:45-5:30pm at Journey Middle School. Classes will be taught by Anne McDougall. To sign up, contact Lorna Bjorklund at lornabj@hotmail.com or 250-642-6681.

GRADE 5 BAND Wednesday, January 14, 2015 • 4-5pm Journey Middle School • 6522 Throup Road, Sooke $150/10 Group Classes We are offering group lessons on flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, tuba and percussion for Grade 5. Classes will be taught by Dr. Melissa Edwards. To sign up, contact Lorna Bjorklund at lornabj@hotmail.com or 250-642-6681.

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Sooke Elementary boys basketball 1972 Posed in the gymnasium of Sooke Elementary School in 1972, this basketball team of Sooke youngsters enjoyed their participation in the inter-school league of Sooke School District No. 62. Viceprincipal at the time was Del Clark, who also served as coach for the boys. We’ve been able to do a bit of a check on the current whereabouts of some of the boys in the photo, whom we assume would be in their 50s today. At rear left is David Hansen who took up golfing and became a pro; today he is employed by the parks department of the City of Burnaby. Next is Russell Smith who we understand works for West Fraser Lumber in Lillooet. At centre of the row is Chris Rumsby (when you see a tall fair young fellow, standing head and shoulders above his fellows, it’s almost certain to be a Rumsby); Chris is a Sooke contractor, partnering with his brother Brian. Next is Donald Thompson who has been a pipefitter/ steamfitter for the past 32 years at DND in Victoria. Donald Gordon,

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Kitchen scrap program costly People are scrambling, trying to figure out what to do with their kitchen scraps now that the Capital Regional District has banned them from the Hartland Landfill. It’s easy enough for people with gardens and outdoor spaces where they can place a composter, but what about those folks who live in apartments and suites? Of all the refuse being placed in the landfill, one would think that organic materials would be the least of their worries. Organics break down and become green matter and soil. Why is this such a problem when people are throwing away disposable diapers and pet feces, cigarette butts and other such things into the landfill? What about commercial kitchen waste? There is a cost associated with the disposal of organic kitchen waste and it seems the recyclers and disposal people will be reaping the rewards of the CRD’s ban. It is going to cost, especially low income people, including seniors, money they don’t have or could be better spend on buying that food in the first place. The CRD is losing money with this program as well, about $5million. We already have people sorting their returnables, cardboard and glass and that is a good thing. These items are easy to monitor, but how will you monitor kitchen scraps? Is someone going to stick their nose in the garbage bags? Will there be fines levied if a chicken bone gets tossed? What about the problems with rats and other vermin being attracted by the overloaded kitchen scraps tote? One would have thought the CRD would have a composting facility in place before they started on this program. There’s a few things the CRD is doing that leaves one scratching their head. There is no composting facility in the CRD to take in all of the kitchen scraps and it is being shipped across the strait to the Lower Mainland. Doesn’t this seem awfully strange to you - and costly? It’s our tax dollars. So now we have rising water rates because we don’t use enough water and where the whole idea is to conserve water. But there is no move to cut expenses at the CRD level to make up for the shortfall. Once people get used to paying for something, it seems that ever rising costs creep in, just check your tax bill and compare it over the years. These programs are all good ideas but the best idea would be to have the infrastructure in place before instituting such a wide spread plan. Doesn’t seem very smart from this side of the compost bucket.

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U.S. ripping us off on water B.C. Views

The U.S. has Canada over a barrel on water as well as oil these days, but the tide is turning. Last week I mentioned a new book called The Columbia River Treaty – A Primer by members of Simon Fraser University’s climate adaptation team. This slim volume makes the case that B.C. has ended up with a shockingly bad deal from this 1964 treaty, which concerned itself entirely with flood control and hydroelectric power. In those days there was little or no environmental assessment. Agriculture, fish habitat and aboriginal impacts were ignored. More than a decade after the disastrous flood year of 1948, once Ottawa stopped its bureaucratic delays, U.S. public and private power utilities paid B.C. $254 million to build three dams on the Columbia system. Those dams (and one at Libby, Montana that mostly floods B.C. land) hold back the huge spring runoff from the Rockies and then dole out water for power production in B.C. and for the 15 hydro dams previously built downstream in the U.S. The U.S. payment was for half the power over 30 years, which B.C. didn’t need at the time. Then our American cousins cut us another cheque for $64 million, an estimate of the value of flood protection from 1968 all the way to 2024. Boy, did we get taken. The SFU

team calculates the value of that flood control to the U.S. at more like $32 billion. That’s not even the worst of it. The Kootenays were once the leading fruit and vegetable growing area in B.C., bigger than the Okanagan. Now in the Arrow Lakes and other reservoirs, levels rise and fall dramatically to steady the flow south. In addition to the large areas permanently flooded by the Mica, Duncan and Hugh Keenleyside dams, this renders more of B.C.’s prime bottom land impassable. B.C. is paid precisely zero for this sacrifice, while Washington state has developed a $5 billion-a-year farm economy using our stable irrigation source. That has helped their tree fruit growers push some Okanagan orchardists out of business. As U.S. billionaires continue to bankroll environmental attacks on B.C. and Alberta energy projects, it’s worth noting that long before the treaty, the U.S. military-industrial complex had wiped out the Columbia River salmon runs. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and its private power partners dammed everything they could find, exterminating a fishery bigger than the Fraser that had sustained aboriginal people on both sides of today’s border for thousands of years. B.C. Energy Minister Bill Bennett and SFU’s Jon O’Riordan both described to me their experience at the Columbia River Basin confer-

ence, held last October in Spokane. Their main impression was that Americans, including traditional tribes, want those salmon runs restored. Vast amounts have been spent on hatcheries and habitat to speed recovery below the Grand Coulee dam, which stands like a giant tombstone for migratory fisheries above it. Should the Americans ever manage to get salmon above their biggest dam, it will largely be up to B.C. to provide sufficient cool water to keep them alive. That service has an increasing value to the U.S. as well as an ongoing cost to B.C. Bennett surprised some in Spokane when he said the U.S. needs to pay more for the benefits from the Columbia River Treaty. The flood control agreement expires in 2024. The treaty requires 10 years’ notice for either country to exit. Climate shifts are expected to make B.C. water more important than ever. Your move, Uncle Sam. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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We asked: Do you think the roundabout location in Sooke is a good idea?

I think it would be a great idea at that spot.

Go for it. It will probably help with traffic.

Julie Barlow Sooke

Consider alternative energy Mr. Sketchley is not the first person in my life to suggest I get a razor out a little more often. His reaction to my comments are classic right wing conservative, throw around lots of insults and create a spin that neither deals with substantiated facts or offers any realistic solutions.All in pursuit of following the “company/corporate” line. If the Jordan River dam is truly at risk to the populace (it’s getting a little long in the tooth) it should be dismantled and alternative sources of power pursued. The rest of Canada and the world at large is developing this technology and it is proving to be anything but ”intermittent”, besides the Jordan River watershed could use the water. Hydro electric power is not the only source of power that can be generated on this earth and the sooner we get with the program of alternative energy like the rest of the world the better. Mr. Sketchley stated that he thought he was missing something and I have to agree with him, perhaps he was visiting with the Occam family at the time. The earthquake I experienced at Jordan River as a lad is a historical fact. It was strong enough to shake our house, cause local land-

No, I think it’s a bad idea unless it’s really really big.

Laura Tyrrell Sooke

I think it is good for pedestrians on the main road. My concern is for big trucks moving to residential areas. I don't see it working for trucks coming through.

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letters slides and cave in the local copper mine (just a few kilometres down river from the dam). Judging by my personal experience with that little shake around if the “BIG ONE” hits there’ll be more troubles than a dam leaking or breaking up. He also implies something about my simple denseness. All I know is that it is not a pleasant sight to see friends and neighbours in such pain and distress over something that has real solutions available that aren’t even being considered. If there is a non-violent conspiracy starting up somewhere that helps these people keep their homes I’m joining up. Displacement is not a solution that should be considered. B.C Hydro has done enough of that over the years. Rodney Nyberg Sooke

Too long of a wait for a doctor

Just over six years ago I moved from Calgary to Sooke. The area is unmatched in it’s beauty and gave me the opportunity to live a lifestyle that I only dreamed about. I was also attracted to this area because of the mindset of the local people, the possibility of owning a few acres in the wilderness and

the overall opportunity to live a healthy lifestyle. My girlfriend and I were able to purchase a small acreage in Otter Point where we’ve lived for the past four and a half years. When I first relocated here I was visited by the local Welcome Wagon and was informed of the local attractions and amenities. When I enquired about the availability of medical professionals she gave me information regarding eye doctors, dentists, veterinarians and family doctors. Within a week of my arrival I had found an eye doctor, a dentist, a vet and I visited the clinic and had my name placed on the waiting list. I was told I would have to wait a couple of years before I could expect to get a doctor. After a number of years I decided to visit the clinic once again to enquire about the wait list. The receptionist asked me how long I had been waiting and I told her over six years. To my astonishment she told me that my name wasn’t on the list. I was told the doctors reserve the right to pick and choose which patients they will take. Shouldn’t people be assigned doctors on a first come first served basis? So much for “…one of the five criteria of the CHA guiding the provincial public health insurance plans… Accessibil-

ity – All residents must have access to insured health care services on uniform terms and conditions without direct or indirect financial charges, or discrimination based on age, health status or financial circumstances...” This is a direct quote from the Canadian Health Act. Apparently, we here in this region are exempt from equal timely access to medical treatment. One question I have for the people who decide who gets a doctor is this; how can they tell me that there are other people with more dire medical problems than me? In six years I`ve only had one physical examination. Of the health challenges I`ve encountered over the past six years I believe all of them could have been treated in the early stages which would have resulted in better outcomes for me and less financial burden on the health care system. Am I supposed to wait until I have a stroke or heart attack before I am deemed worthy of regular medical care? I’ve lived in Quebec, Ontario and Alberta before relocating to Sooke and never had to wait to find a family doctor. All of those provinces have fiscal challenges associated with their health care systems but all find the means to provide doctors to their citizens.

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Why can’t we do the same in B.C.? One of the challenges identified by the federal and provincial healthcare systems is the need to reduce wait times to see a specialist to treat or diagnose life threatening conditions. Not being able to consult a family doctor contributes to the unacceptable wait times people encounter when trying to deal with their life threatening conditions. We are very conscious of how we live and try to do what’s right when it comes to preventing illness. When I do go to a doctor it’s because I’ve exhausted all other options and I’m getting desperate. We need to be given the tools to be able to make informed decisions regarding our health and having a family doctor provides a large piece of the puzzle. Without regular assessments we can only guess at what we need to do to maintain the health we currently enjoy. Frustrated and desperate, Paul Rudge Sooke

When you list with me I will, with your approval of course, have a Professional Home Stager visit your home. The Staging Analysis Report I have done of your home will detail ways in which we can increase the selling price of your home without spending unnecessary monies on upgrades and repairs which will have little or no effect on the Selling Price of your home. I will strive to insure that your home sells for best price with a minimum of fuss and bother. Put my 29 years experience to work for you. If you have unanswered questions about real estate in Sooke call Michael Dick, “Your Sooke Specialist” at 250-642-6056.

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Awareness film focuses on zero waste in The Clean Bin Project Is it possible to live completely waste-free for a year?

On January 14, Awareness Film Night and Transition Sooke will present the film The Clean Bin Project as part of an evening that will focus on ideas for waste reduction in the Sooke and Juan de Fuca Districts. There will also be a “Free Store Table” (bring functional items you no longer need and pick up some you might), a few upcycled reusable produce bags for sale and a chance to hear about and present ideas for reducing our waste footprint. In November of 2013, over 100 people came to the Awareness Film Night’s screening of the film Trashed, an excellent but disturbing documentary about the world-wide problem of garbage - strewn, piled stories high, toxically burned, buried, drowned, and leached, but never really gone. Since then, Transition Sooke set up a plastic-reduction display at last winter’s Seedy Saturday event and, in recent months, has received tacit approval

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Awareness Film Night organizers have been bringing films, documentaries and videos of social, environmental and political interest to Sooke for over 20 years, . The Clean Bin Project is showing on January 14. from our local grocery stores to have “Grab Your Bags” reminder signs posted in store windows and in their parking lots so that we all remember to bring our canvas totes with us when we shop. On January 14, Transition’s Tony St. Pierre will provide an overview of some of the reasons why cutting back on our plastic dependency matters. Featured speaker for the post-screening discussion will be Buddy Boyd, a team member

of Zero Waste Canada and co-founder of the award-winning Gibsons Recycling Depot (check out gibsonsrecycling.ca to have a virtual tour of the depot). And, most importantly, Transition Sooke and Awareness Film Night will be gathering names for a Zero Waste Committee to hopefully work with local elected and appointed officials on initiatives to reduce our need for garbage dumps. If you are thinking that Zero Waste

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The HI-YU there since the early 1900’s. Mouck’s animated storytelling and passion for the boat have led to a concerted effort to save the historic vessel. Having lost most of his tools and equipment aboard the boat, he continues to diligently resurrect the storied ship, with an unsinkable spirit. He considered suggested plans to turn the boat into a terrestrial restaurant akin to “torturing of a soul”. “I am going to light her up for the holidays and people will be able to see her from the road or along the spit. She deserves all the attention she can get,” Mouck chuckled. The HI-YU is now dry-docked at Jenkins Marine and will be lovingly restored until she is sea-worthy again. If you wish to float his boat, and are able to assist in any way, or have any stories about this historical ship please contact him at mouckpeter@gmail. com. With files from Peter Mouck

sounds like a pie in the sky, know that over 400 communities in the world have committed to a zero waste process. According to a report in the Watershed Sentinel on the Zero Waste International Alliance Conference held in Nanaimo in October, speakers told of many success stories from Chilliwack to San Francisco to Salerno, Italy, (which went from 17 per cent diversion to 70 per cent in just two years) as well as present-

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ing information about policies and ideas that are currently being implemented in cities and towns around the world to reduce waste. In The Clean Bin Project, young Vancouver partners Jen and Grant go head to head in a light-hearted competition to see who can swear off consumerism and produce the least garbage over a year. This award-winning documentary features laugh out loud moments, stop motion animations, unforgettable imagery and captivating interviews that make it a fun and inspiring call to individual action that speaks to crowds of all ages. If you feel that the time has come to be part of the waste reduction dialogue or are just curious about what is possible, the Zero Waste/Clean Bin project evening will take place from 7-9:30 p.m. at Edward Milne com-

munity school. Admission is by donation. For more information on guest speakers for the post screening discussion on Zero Waste and on guidelines for bringing items for the

“Free Store Table” check www.awarenessfilmnight.ca AFN runs from October until May at 7 p.m., generally on the second Wednesday of every month.

Ladies and Gentlemen!

EXERCISE (your vocal chords)

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COME AND JOIN THE SOOKE COMMUNITY CHOIR! Spring season starts Wednesday, Jan 7, 7pm at Holy Trinity Church on Murray Rd. visit

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2015 – 16 Student Registration New Student Registration Grades K – 12 January 26 – 30, 2015 Please Bring: •Proof of Age •Proof of Residence Kindergarten students can be registered in one of two ways starting at 8:00 a.m., Monday, January 26: 1. On-line at http://registration.sd62.bc.ca – parents must present proof of child’s age and residence to the school within 14 calendar days of submitting the registration. 2. In-person at your local Neighbourhood school between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Parents must provide proof of child’s age and residence at the time of registration. New students in Grades 1 – 12 must register in-person at their local neighbourhood school. Registrations will be processed in the order in which they are received and families are encouraged to register as soon as possible. New French Immersion (Kindergarten only), may also register on-line at http:// registration.sd62.bc.ca or in-person at: •École John Stubbs Memorial School (parent information night is Jan. 12, 6:30 p.m. at the school) •École Millstream Elementary School (parent information night is Jan. 13, 6:30 p.m. at the school) •École Poirier Elementary School (parent information night is Jan. 14, 6:00 p.m. at the school) Please note: Prior to September 30 of a student’s grade 1 year, they may register for French Immersion in Grade 1. Late French Immersion (Grade 6), register in-person at École John Stubbs Memorial School (parent information night is Jan. 12, 6:30 p.m. at the school). Please note registration for the Late French Immersion program will take place Feb. 2 – 6, 2015 at John Stubbs Memorial School. Nature Kindergarten (at Sangster Elementary School): Parent Information sessions: •Sat., Jan. 10, 10:00 a.m. at Sangster Elementary School •Thurs., Jan. 15, 6:30 p.m. at Sangster Elementary School Parents must attend one of these two information sessions in order to register their child for the Nature Kindergarten program. Registrations can be completed on-line or in-person starting at 8:00 a.m. on January 26. Parents registering on-line will indicate their preference for Nature Kindergarten at that time. Parents registering in-person must do so at their neighbourhood school, and submit a request to register for Nature Kindergarten at their neighbourhood school Please Note: Registration after these dates will be subject to space availability in each school. Find your neighbourhood school online under the Catchment Area Maps – www.sd62.bc.ca District Bus Transportation: Any students requiring school bus transportation to and from school next Fall must pre-register. Registration forms will be made available at schools, the School Board Office on Jacklin Road and on our website.

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First Nations Graduation Program

he First Nations Graduation Program is not just a place where a multi-generational group of students from 16 and up come together to complete their grade 12. This program opens the door to completing this “rite of passage,” which for many students regardless of age can seem unattainable. In this program many find success, because the class is inclusive, diverse, and is based on the values of belonging, generosity, independence and mastery. We are not passive participants in our learning. We all have a voice and a responsibility to guide our own learning. There is lots of support in the classroom to help us be successful. We are given the time to gain confidence in ourselves, and our individual learning process. We are taught to work hard to achieve our goals and that no dream is unattainable. If you are thinking of joining this program, Do it. It’s amazing. You won’t regret making the change in your world.

Schools Langford Campus

101- 814 Goldstream Avenue

Colwood Campus 2139 Sooke Road

WestShore Metchosin Technical Centre 4495 Happy Valley Road

WestShore Sooke Learning Centre 2145 Townsend Road

WestShore Yellow House

PACE Musical Theatre

PACE Musical Theatre is a unique series of courses that provides both online learning and performance opportunities for students. Students receive instruction in Music, Dance and Acting and are able to perform in more than 20 shows each year. There are no pre-requisites and no auditions. Students in grades 8-12 may register in one 4-credit course per semester - chosen from a suite of courses available through the PACE Musical Theatre. Guest professional performers, speakers, choreographers, vocal coaches and theatre techs provide a professional working and learning environment. Rehearsals are held on Sundays at the Isabelle Reader Theatre. All students are welcome, and all are empowered to develop and extend their performance skills and their knowledge and appreciation of the theatre and entertainment industry.

Port Renfrew, Pacheedaht Nation, 6633 Deering Road

WestShore Beecher Bay Adult Learning Centre Scia’new Nation, 4744E Sooke Rd.

Upcoming Events Semester 2 - February 10 WestShore Advisory Council Meeting: Second Tuesday of the month NEW COURSES Watercolors, Foodsafe, Air Brake Instructor’s course ONLINE Medical Transcription PACE Spring Show - April 2 - 18 Graduation - June 25

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WestShore Centre is a thriving part of School District 62, providing academic courses, grade 12 completion and workplace training since 1986.

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250-391-9002 WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice On-line and Paper Based Courses – call for an appointment 250-391-9002 Grades 8 & 9 Mathematics Science Social Studies English

Grades 10, 11, & 12 AP French Language 12 Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 10 & 11 *Art Foundations 11 & 12 Biology 11 & 12 *Business Information Management 12 Calculus 12 Chemistry 11 & 12 Communications 11 & 12 *Data Management 12 English 10, 11 & 12

Earth Science 11 Family Studies 12 First Nations Studies 12 Foundations of Math & Pre-Calculus 10 Foundations of Math 11 & 12 Geography 12 Graduation Transitions History 12 Law 12 *PACE Musical Theatre 10-12 Physical Education 10 & 12

Physics 11 & 12 Planning 10 & 12 Pre-Calculus Math 11 & 12 Science 10 Science & Technology 11 Social Justice 12 Social Studies 10 & 11 *Studio Arts Drawing & Painting 10, 11 & 12 Work Experience 12A & 12B * Some courses require attendance once a week.

Fast Forward to Graduation Did you know as an adult you can graduate in only 5 months? Here is your opportunity to get started on a new path to employment or post secondary education.

First Nations Graduation Program The Graduation Program integrates First Nations culture into the curriculum. It prepares students for their Grade 12 Graduation certificate. You will be involved in the community with the local First Nations artists, cultural instructors, community members, organizations and Elders.

Futures Programs, Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 The Futures Program provides students an opportunity to work as a cohort group. Our teachers’ work to foster excellent foundational skills, social and personal growth.

Semester 2

Metchosin Technical Centre

February 10 - June 25, 2015

Metchosin Technical Centre offers cohort-based programs for Grades 9 & 10. Metchosin Technical Centre offers a career focus utilizing hands-on projectbased experiential learning strategies and opportunities.

Day & Evening Classroom Academic Schedule Mathematics Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus 10

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Dual Credits with Camosun College

Pre-Calculus 11

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

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6:00 – 8:30 pm

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12:00 – 2:30 pm

If you are a student in the Sooke School District enroll in a Camosun course while you’re still in grade 12 and get a head start on your post secondary education. In collaboration with the Sooke School District, Camosun has waived prerequisites on selected first year courses. Tuition is free for Sooke School District students! Contact your school counsellor for registration information.

Science 10 Tutorial

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Storefront Tutorial Support Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, and 3:30 - 7:30 pm All students registered in any WestShore Centre course or program can drop in to the WestShore Storefront, Monday to Thursday, for homework support with a teacher. Hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm and 3:30 - 7:30 pm. Please check with your teacher on times for specialized tutorial assistance.

On-line Academic Courses Classes start each month. WestShore Learning Centre offers Grade 8 to 12 academic courses, leading to a BC Graduation certificate. Grade 8-9, On-line provides a more flexible learning environment and the opportunity for self paced learning. Grade 10-12, Secondary school students may supplement their regular school schedule with additional courses through on-line or use this environment to begin Advanced Placement classes. The Adult Program provides a number of choices, from on-line courses to teacher-led seminars. These programs provide you with flexible learning options to complete graduation requirements or just for your personal interest.

Medical Terminology Medical Terminology consists of 60 hours of classroom work. Expect 6 or more hours of homework per week. This course is recognized by Camosun College for entry into certain healthcare programs and is the required prerequisite for the Medical Transcription Program. Prerequisite: English 12 or equivalent Fee: Instructor: Dates:

$450 + textbook $100 The Language of Medicine 10th Edition Angela Kemna Tuesday & Friday, 6:00 - 8:30 pm Feb 17 - May 12 May 19 - Aug 7

Medical Office Assistant

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WWW.WESTSHORECENTRE.COM 250-391-9002 Bookkeeping Foundations/Sage 50 Learn how to cope with the bookkeeping demands of a small business. Explore the concepts and application of both manual and computerized bookkeeping through relevant, practical exercises and projects. Instructor:

Dermott Crofton

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$675 $150 - Basic Bookkeeping – An Office Simulation & Simply Accounting Feb 7 - May 16 Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Date:

Watercolor Course The watercolor course will include a variety of watercolor techniques including the basics. We will be practicing our skills through the subject matter of landscape and still life. Outdoor landscape painting if weather permits Maximum 12 students Instructor: Cost: Materials: Location: Date:

Anita Doornekamp $160.00 (tax & material included) Bring your creativity and watercolor brushes if you would like to use your own. Colwood Campus Portable Feb. 8 - March 1 Sundays 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Do you enjoy working with people in a dynamic environment, then this program is for you. The program consists of 50 instructional hours. • Medical Office Assistant Procedures • Computerized Medical Billing (Osler) • Medical Keyboarding Program Prerequisites: • English 12 or equivalent • Medical Terminology Course with 75% or better. • Good computer and word processing skills (documentation) Dates: Monday & Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:00 pm Jan 5 - Mar 15 May 11 - July 22 Program Fees: $800 Registration fee (non-refundable): $50 Materials: Instructor:

$50 Lanka Dimitrijevic

Medical Transcription (Online) Start a new career. This online program will qualify learners for an entry-level position in Medical Transcription. • Introduction to Medical Transcription • Digital Medical Transcription Instructor: Lanka Dimitrijevic Dates:

Online program, starts February 16 Expected course completion time 9 months Program Fees: $3200 Registration Fee: (non-refundable) $50 Materials Fee: $250 (USB headphones & WAV pedal) Prerequisites: • English 12 or equivalent • Medical Terminology (proof of 75% within the last 3 years) • Typing speed of 40 wpm (documentation) • Good computer and word processing skills (documentation) • Students required to take a free online orientation class once accepted

Graduation 2015 June 25th Royal Colwood Golf Course

For information call 250-391-9002 How to Apply for the Medical Office Assistant or Online Medical Transcription Program Visit our website at www.westshorecentre.com or call WestShore Centre at 250-391-9002. Complete the application form, include all relevant documentation, book an appointment with the Senior Educational Administrator and include a $50 non-refundable registration fee.

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250-391-9002 WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice On-line and Paper Based Courses – call for an appointment 250-391-9002 Grades 8 & 9 Mathematics Science Social Studies English

Fast Forward to Graduation Did you know as an adult you can graduate in only 5 months? Here is your opportunity to get started on a new path to employment or post secondary education.

Semester 2

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February 10 - June 25, 2015

Day & Evening Classroom Academic Schedule Mathematics Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus 10

Tue/Thur

12:00 – 2:30 pm

Dual Credits with Camosun College

Pre-Calculus 11

Tue/Thur

8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed

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Science 10 Tutorial

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Science & Technology Tutorial

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Earth Science 11 Tutorial

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Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 Sciences

English English 12

Social Studies First Nations Studies 12

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Electives First Nations Art 11/12

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$450 + textbook $100 The Language of Medicine 10th Edition Angela Kemna Tuesday & Friday, 6:00 - 8:30 pm Feb 17 - May 12 May 19 - Aug 7

Medical Office Assistant

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$675 $150 - Basic Bookkeeping – An Office Simulation & Simply Accounting Feb 7 - May 16 Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Date:

Anita Doornekamp $160.00 (tax & material included) Bring your creativity and watercolor brushes if you would like to use your own. Colwood Campus Portable Feb. 8 - March 1 Sundays 1:00 - 3:30 pm

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Graduation 2015 June 25th Royal Colwood Golf Course

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ROADMASTERS Air Brakes Certification Learn the basic principles in the operation of air brakes. Prepare for the provincial certification exam. The interactive classroom instruction includes an air equipped training device, a demonstration brake wheel and audiovisual aids. This course includes 16 hours of classroom instruction and 4 hours of practical hands-on training on an air brakeequipped vehicle. Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Meets ICBC requirements Please bring a valid driver’s license to class. Fee: $200 Location: WestShore Annex Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:30 pm Jan 10 & 11 Feb 14 & 15 Mar 7 & 8 Apr 11 & 12 May 2 & 3 June 6 & 7 July 4 & 5

Forklift Safety Training This Safety training course meets the requirements of WorkSafe BC and Canada Labour code regulations. The focus is on the prevention of accident & injuries that may be caused by the improper and unsafe use of forklifts. The training consists of a short classroom session and one-on-one practical training. Upon successful completion, each participant will receive a wallet card with a 3 year record of completion. Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Fee: $200 Location: WestShore Annex Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00 pm Jan 3 Feb 7 Mar 14 Apr 18 May 9 June 13 July 11

Traffic Control Person This course is required for construction and road maintenance workers or for those who deal with traffic as part of their work. You will cover the newest Ministry of Transportation and Highways & WCB regulations, plus safe traffic control procedures and set-ups. Must wear approved footwear. Dress appropriately for the weather. Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Fee: $240 Location: WestShore Annex Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:00 pm Jan 10 & 11 Feb 14 & 15 Mar 7 & 8 Apr 11 & 12 May 2 & 3 June 6 & 7 July 4 & 5

Foodsafe Basic FOODSAFE, a sanitation program for foodhandlers is a required course for any individual wanting to work as a foodhandler in the public sector. This course integrates food and worker safety. It includes such topics as: foodservice illness and injury, receiving and storing food, preparing food, serving food and cleaning. Includes book and exam. Certificates are provided by the BC Ministry of Health and take 5 to 6 weeks to be mailed. Instructor: Cost: Location: Dates:

Marlee Loiselle $81 WestShore Centre Saturday - May 23 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Air Brake Instructor Course, ICBC Licensed & Bonded WestShore Centre is pleased to announce a new training opportunity coming in September 2015! Sooke School District, SD 62 Education Assistant Training Interested in becoming an Education Assistant (EA) and joining a team of teachers and educational professionals to support children with special needs (K-12)? Education Assistants provide students’ assistance related to personal care, behavioural, social and learning support. To integrate skills and knowledge learned during the course, students will complete a practicum in a SD#62 school. This program is a first step towards a rewarding and challenging career as an Education Assistant with the Sooke School District. This profession is suitable for individuals who have a deep respect for children and enjoy working as part of a team. Look for more detailed information in our next flyer or check the Sooke School District and WestShore Centre’s website in the coming months.

A 40 hour course to learn the principals required to become licensed as an Air Brake Instructor. Our "hands-on" approach will offer instruction in assembling and instructing with the use of a fully operational brake component board and foundation brake that has interchangeable parts to assist in simulating a variety of air brake system scenarios. Learn instructional techniques and lesson planning to design and present lessons utilizing these skills. Each participant will receive the latest BC Air Brake Manual plus updated information, manufacturers' schematics, and Provincial and Federal regulations. Instructor Terry Fiorin has been providing Air Brake training since 1990 March 16 – 20, 2015

OUR SPONSORS • Rona - Langford • YM/YWCA • Island Chefs Coalition • Moyer Creative Group • Millstream Market • Rotary Club of Colwood

• Canadian SuperStore • Eagle Paw Organics • Municipality of Colwood • Cobs Bread - Langford • WestShore Chamber of Commerce

! u o y k n a Th A BIG THANK YOU

to all our sponsors, community members and organizations who have volunteered to help make WestShore Centre for Learning and Training programs successful.

Community Garden WestShore Centre is proud to announce its partnership with the YWCA-YMCA to continue our Organic Community Garden Project. Garden Boxes are available to rent – go to www.victoriay.com for more information.

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450-500gr

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540ml

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for

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Selected, 430-615gr

General Mills

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The effect of oil spills on seaweeds - and all levels of the food chain

Amanda Swinimer and Christine Hopkins Special to the Sooke News Mirror

Did you know that right here in the Pacific Northwest, we have among the richest diversity of seaweeds on the planet? With over 650 species, some still waiting to be discovered and at least one species having been named by Bamfield’s own kelp expert, Dr. Louis Druehl, Ph.D., our foreshore invokes a jaw-dropping sense of awe to some of the world’s leading phycologists. Aside from the absolutely astonishing health benefits of seaweeds, such as their hyper-abundance of rare & essential minerals in bioavailable forms, their richness in most vitamins, their effectiveness in treating many chronic and acute illnesses and their promising preliminary results in the treatment and preven-

tion of certain types of cancer, they are ecologically critical. Most of the world’s oxygen is produced by algae, and most of the world’s carbon is fixed by algae. Algae is the primary source that feeds the world’s oceans that cover two thirds of our planet. Here in the Pacific Northwest, countless species of invertebrates and vertebrates use the seaweed gardens as a nursery. The Kelp Forests are an oasis for a huge diversity of marine species and are among the most diverse ecosystems in the Pacific Ocean. If you rely in any way on the ocean as part of your livelihood and lifestyle, then the health of seaweeds is even more significant to you. With the government making decisions about whether to allow huge fleets of super tankers to transport oil from the proposed pipeline in Kitimat and also into terminals in Vancouver, we are deeply concerned. An oil spill on our west coast would smother the seaweeds and the micro-algae, making it impossible for them to photosynthesize and thus leading to mass die-offs of our ocean’s primary source. Every level of the food chain would be affected, either directly or indirectly, by an oil spill. The seaweeds, the prawns, the crabs, the bivalves & univalves, the fish, the

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orcas and yes…our beloved salmon. Furthermore, the effects of an oil spill ‘clean-up’ could be almost equally catastrophic. Sometimes harsh chemicals unsafe for consumption are used as well as a new technique that disperses the oil into small particles that then cannot be collectively cleaned up and could continue to suffocate the single-celled

algae that are responsible for producing most of the world’s oxygen supply (the very air we breathe), for years to come. With consistent, heavy tanker traffic in our dangerous, stormy, wild Northern waters, a significant oil spill is statistically an inevitability. As we have witnessed in the past, an oil spill in the ocean is devastating to any

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Christine Hopkins, registered aromatherapist, thallassotherapist, sells seaweed for therapeutic use in baths and for skin absorption, and teaches people about the amazing healing properties of seaweeds. Learn more about seaweeds by visiting www.dakinitidalwilds. com. They will be teaching classes on seaweeds at Royal Roads University in 2015.

but so will the species dependent upon them for food and shelter. So too, we fear, will the health and lifestyle of the west coaster. Amanda Swinimer, BSc+ Marine Biology, is the owner/operator of Dakini Tidal Wilds. Amanda wild-harvests local edible seaweeds and teaches people about seaweeds via educational tours, workshops and at schools.

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marine ecosystem. I believe a marine ecosystem as rich and diverse and abundant as ours deserves the utmost care and collective contemplation of the practices that we, as the people who live, work and play here, allow in our delicate and near-pristine ocean ecosystem. If a major oil spill happens on our coast, not only will our seaweeds disappear,

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12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

GIFT CERTIFICATE WINNERS

GIFTS Ciniplex Movie Passes - Marlene Hack

Sally Percival

Itunes Gift Card - Peggy Elmes

Shirley Roodbol

Wine Glasses - Tamara Lewis Magic Bullet - Linda Fisk Submitted photo

Members of the Sooke Community Choir Sally Titchkosky, Ellen Bergerud, Maywell Wickheim centre, Hildegard Burkhart, and Bruce Ruddell were presented with copies of Maywell Wickheim’s newly released book, Bites, Bulls and Bullets. Maywell’s stories were incorporated into the choir’s Christmas Concert in December. Do you like to sing? Did you know that the more you sing, the better you sound? Did you know that singing is good for your health? The Sooke Community Choir is starting its Spring Season on Wednesday, January 7th at 7pm at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church on Murray Road. We are always looking for new singers, and would love to include you

in our group. As with most choirs, ours is in particular need of male voices. You can come to the first session for free and see if you like it! Please arrive 15 minutes early for the first session to get your music. Along with Bruce Ruddell, our outstanding conductor, we welcome Kathy Russell as our accompanist. Kathy is an accom-

plished music teacher, concert pianist and experienced accompanist. Maywell Wickheim’s stories from his newly released book, “Bites, Bulls and Bullets”, expounds on the historical Sooke spirit of wild adventures, resourcefulness, and humor. It was in keeping with the Community Choir’s theme of Sooke’s past. The Spring Concert

promises to be unique and will certainly captivate the audience with a varied program of pop tunes, gospel and Celtic music. We look forward to a challenging and exciting New Year. For more information please go to our website: sookecommunitychoir.com or phone Sally at 250 642-3566.

Make Your Home Safe for Independent Living Are you a low-income senior or a person with a disability who wants to live safely and independently in the comfort of your home? Do you have difficulty performing day-to-day activities? Does your home need to be adapted to meet your changing needs? If so, you may be eligible for financial assistance under the Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program. Find out today if you are eligible and if you meet all of the requirements as a low-income homeowner or as a landlord applying on behalf of an eligible tenant. To apply or learn more, visit

www.bchousing.org/HAFI You can also contact BC Housing:

Phone: 604-433-2218 Toll-free: 1-800-257-7756

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Kuerig Coffee Maker - Brenda Hay

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Jamie Sinclair Jean Stevenson

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Shiela Hubbard Irene Helfrich

Haier Smart TV – Sharon Finlayson

HAFI Funds Home Modifications for Disabled Man When Lorie and Walter bought their home in Port Alberni 13 years ago they slowly began renovating the unfinished basement to accommodate Walter’s changing needs as his muscular dystrophy advanced. “The basement was a black hole when we moved in,” recalled Walter. “After 12 years of skimping and saving, we made the downstairs completely wheelchair accessible, except for the bathroom. It was way too small. I could only stand for about a minute and a half without collapsing in the shower stall and I could no longer pull myself out of the tub in the upstairs’ bathroom, even with Lorie’s help.” Through funding from BC Housing’s Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program, Walter and Lorie were able to work with a contractor to transform the space. A wall was removed to make room for a wheelin shower with benches, grab bars were installed, and the vanity and fixtures were relocated.

“ I just slide into the shower now,” said Walter. “I feel safer and no longer dread trying to wash myself. What was previously a dangerous chore for me is now a welcome treat.” Walter and Lorie hope to spend the rest of their lives in their home. The HAFI program provides financial assistance to help eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities adapt their homes so they can continue to live independently.

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6 49 5

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329 ea

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284 mL .......................

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284 mL

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58g ..............................

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4/ 00

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Pitted Black Olives

Dole

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2/ 00

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1.45 kg

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326g All Varieties

Russet Potatoes

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400g 3 Varieties ...........

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29 ea

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425-475g

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12's

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Vegetables All Varieties 341-398 mL

5-A-Day for Optimum Health

500g All Varieties

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2.84/kg .......................................

Mexican

2.62/kg

Roma Head Lettuce Tomatoes

/100g

Washington Jumbo

Juices Assorted 946 mL

/lb

White Mushrooms 227g

Bolthouse

2/ 00

White Onions 1.30/kg

8 59

19 2/ 00

All Season Organic Sliced

2/ 00

/lb

Dole

2/ 50

3lbs

1.52/kg

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Spartan Apples

Snap Top Carrots

B.C. Grown Extra Fancy

California

Zucchini

/lb

Mexican

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Jumbo Ginger

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Apricots..........................

Red Cabbage

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Onions 3 lbs

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Remember Your Calcium

Wong Wing

Wonton Soup 2/

FROZEN McCain

Ultra Thin Pizza

426 mL .................

McCain

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Garlic Fingers w/Cheese

334-357g All Varieties

472g ..........................

Minute Maid

Island Farms

18% Table Cream

DAIRY

2 49 Yogurt 5 Margarine 99 2

Island Farms

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Cottage Cheese

Island Farms

Multipack

500g

Ice Milk

Parkay

Soft or 1/4's

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Kraft Single

Cheese Slices

450g All Varieties .......

Manitoba Harvest

549 2/300 199 ea

227g ........................

Coconut Water

Rumble Supershake

520 mL .............

Nourishing Beverage All Varieties 355 mL

+dep

Simply 7 Quinoa, Hummus or Lentil

Chips

ea +dep

99g .........................

Quality and Convenience

Red Bull

Energy Drink

Manitoba Harvest

6 99 4 2/300

4x250 mL ...................

Goji

99 ea +dep

Omega Boost Oatmeal 1 kg ...........................

Happy

Water 1L .....................

+dep

Wholesome Sweetener Organic

ORGANIC

Blue Agave Everland Organic

Roasted Seaweed Snacks

Coconut Oil

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Mountain Gems Organic

Coffee

10g

340g All Varieties .......................................................

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New World Organic

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Hemp Hearts

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Kettle Brand

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12x100g .....................

Island Farms Frozen Yogurt, Sherbert or

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Lemon or Lime Aid

49 ea

Onion Rings 340g ................

99 ea

Sol Cuisine Veggie

Breakfast Patties

228g ...........

GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS CARDS OF THANKS THANK- YOU Lisa & Dave & Kids Greg Shambrook

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

AWARENESS FILM Night and Transition Sooke present â&#x20AC;&#x153; The Clean Bin Project.â&#x20AC;? Is it possible to live garbage free? 7-9:30 EMCS. Bring ideas for reducing garbage footprint and item for Free Store Table Info awarenessfilmnight.ca. By Donation

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

CHILDREN

PERSONAL SERVICES

INFORMATION

CHILDCARE WANTED

INSURANCE

ESTHETIC SERVICES

SENIORS ACTIVITY

SEEKING FULL-TIME Nanny for 4-5 days a week. 1 10 year old boy. Please call 250-6646672

Membership $15.00 Monday - Ayre Manor Residents trips. Tuesday & Thursday - Lunch and Bingo Community Hall. Wednesday - Special trips advertised in Sooke Mirror. Friday - Lunch and shopping trips in Victoria, Call Celia, 250-642-5828. Last Sunday of the month Dinner at different restaurants , Call June, 250-642-2032. Pickup at home or community hall. For further information, cal Kay, 250-642-4662

SITTER, John Barry

December 24, 1941 - December 23, 2014 John Barry Sitter passed away December 23, 2014, at his home after his courageous battle with cancer. John was born December 24, 1941 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Sadly, he was a day short of his 73 Birthday. Predeceased by his partner, Sheridon Armstrong; his cherished mother, Doris, his father John and his special nephew, Kent. John will be greatly missed by his three children with Donna Taylor-Sitter; Susan, Scott (Brenda), John aka JB (Letitia); his nine grandchildren, Jeffrey, Taylor Anne, Sarah, Paul, Claire, John, Rosalie, Alexandra and Sophia. John was the oldest of five, Gary, Sharyn, Anna Marie (Gordon), and Eloise (Jim). His 10 nieces and nephews will all miss and remember the fun times every summer at Nanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. John will be lovingly remembered by many relatives and friends. A special mention to his cousins Susan and Jimmy, whom he adored. John spent a successful career in radio, starting with CHAB in Moose Jaw. He moved often with the parent group of Moffat Communications and kept a trusted colleague close by. He was an athlete playing professional hockey in his younger days and once owned the Moose-Jaw Canucks. He retired in Sooke, BC, a picturesque community but longed for the wide open spaces of his beloved prairies. We would like to thank the staff at Victoria General Hospital, Sooke Hospice and a special thanks to the QR nurse, Janet. Without their calm competent assistance, Dad would not have been able to return home. His family will be forever grateful.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENIORS ACTIVITY Membership $15.00 Monday - Ayre Manor Residents trips. Tuesday & Thursday - Lunch and Bingo Community Hall. Wednesday - Special trips advertised in Sooke Mirror. Friday - Lunch and shopping trips in Victoria, Call Celia, 250-642-5828. Last Sunday of the month Dinner at different restaurants , Call June, 250-642-2032.

Victoria Branch At Sooke Legion 6726 Eustace

Pickup at home or community hall. For further information, cal Kay, 250-642-4662 SOOKE CRISIS & Referral Centre, 2043 Church Rd. Open 10am-1pm, Mon.-Fri. 250-642-0215. SOOKE MEALS on Wheels, 1585 Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0T5. 250-642-2184.

(nee Marshall) Muriel passed away peacefully on December 27, 2014 at home with her husband, John, daughter Sharon and son Johnny after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Toronto, Ontario on February 5, 1929, she is predeceased by her parents George and Doris (Dolly) Marshall, her brother Bob and niece Tanya. She will be sadly missed and forever loved by her family, friends and neighbours. Muriel loved life which included travel, cooking, quilting, family and friends. She was an active member of Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Union, Eastern Star, the Sookeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quilting Guild and the Snowbird Quilters in Indio, California and happily volunteered for many community events. Her family would like to thank her neighbours and the home care workers from Beacon Community Services & Sooke Hospice for their compassion and care during her last year. A celebration of Murielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held January 20, 2014 at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1962 Murray Road in Sooke at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Pancreatic Cancer Canada would be appreciated.

Disability BeneďŹ ts Free Seminar

Date: Mon. Feb.9, 2015 at 7 pm Where: Hyatt Regency Vancouver RSVP: 604-554-0078 or ofďŹ ce@lawyerswest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca URGENT SOOKE MEALS ON WHEELS Needs Cooks and Kitchen help. You will work 1 1/2-2 hours twice a month, assisting a crew chief in the kitchen. Please call Alma 250-642-2184

TURN YOUR REFUND into a Donation to the Sooke Food Bank at the Sooke Bottle Depot. Also accepting cash and non perishable food items.

â&#x20AC;˘ HOUSEKEEPING STAFF â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ LAUNDRY AIDES â&#x20AC;˘ Full-time & Part-time for All Care Canada (Sidney Inc.), A Long Term Care Residence in Sidney, BC. Please visit our website for full details: www.allcarecanada.ca or email resumes to: careers@allcarecanada.ca THE SOOKE NEWS Mirror cautions readers about sending money to obtain information about any employment opportunities.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Speakers: Dr. Alison Bested, on ME/FM, CFS, other

PERSONALS MEET SINGLES right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 1-800-712-9851

LOST AND FOUND FOUND: RING near Sooke Community Hall. Phone: 250642-2095

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CONTACT LOAN Cupboard call 250-389-4607. Need a ride? Call 250-389-4661.

Annamarie Kersop, Lawyer, Injury & No-Fault BeneďŹ ts

HELP WANTED EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER. Must live in Sooke or area. References Required. $25/hr. 778-425-2527

MEDICAL/DENTAL

BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-5112250 or visit us online: www.canadabenefit.ca/freeassessment

Julie Fisher, Lawyer, Long-Term Disability and CPP

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INFORMATION

YATES, Muriel Kathleen

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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250-388-3535 HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Reporter

Sooke News Mirror Do you have a nose for news? Are you curious and self-motivated? Are you a nature lover who wants to live in a small community near the ocean and forests. Then the Sooke News Mirror is looking for you. The Sooke News Mirror, is the community newspaper of record for the Sooke area. Our broad reach extends from East Sooke to Port Renfrew and everywhere in between. We are seeking a full-time reporter who would be responsible for sports coverage and community news. This position offers a solid grounding in community news and is a natural for anyone seeking a wide variety of experiences. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to turn in engaging, objective news stories, interesting features and dynamic photographs. Journalistic experience and knowledge of CP style are assets, as is page layout using InDesign. A reliable vehicle is necessary. The position opens in January. The Sooke News MIrror is part of Black Press, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest independent newspaper group with more than 150 newspapers located in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii ad Ohio. Please forward your cover letter, references and resumĂŠ â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including writing and photography samples to: The Sooke News Mirror Attn: Pirjo Raits, Editor 112 - 6660 Sooke Road Sooke, B.C. V9Z 0A5 email: editor@sookenewsmirror.com or publisher@sookenewsmirror.com We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

PAINTING

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS AFFORDABLE ROOFING

*New Construction *Reroofs

*Repairs

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BUSINESS SERVICES STUCCO/SIDING

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Capital Regional District

Notice of Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Sections 890, 891 and 892 of the Local Government Act, that a Public Hearing: Will be held at: Juan de Fuca Local Area Services Building Located at: 3-7450 Butler Road, Otter Point, BC On: Monday, January 19, 2015 starting at 7pm To consider adoption of an amendment to Bylaw No. 2040: Bylaw No. 3964 - cited as “Juan de Fuca Land Use Bylaw, 1992, Amendment Bylaw No. 121, 2014”. The purpose of Bylaw No. 3964 is to amend Bylaw No. 2040, Juan de Fuca Land Use Bylaw, 1992, by deleting from the Rural Residential 3 (RR-3) zone, and adding to the Rural Residential 2 (RR-2) zone, for the purpose of permitting a two lot subdivision of Lot A, Section 51, Otter District, Plan VIP89485 (4039 Otter Point Road), shown on map below. The actual Bylaw should be reviewed to determine speciﬁcally how particular lands may be affected. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw will be provided an opportunity to be heard, or to present written submissions, on matters contained in the proposed Bylaw. A copy of proposed Bylaw No. 3964 and other relevant documents and information may be inspected at the Juan de Fuca Local Area Services Building, 3-7450 Butler Road, Otter Point, BC between the hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday to January 19, 2015, excluding statutory holidays, and are available from the CRD website at www.crd.bc.ca/jdf.

REAL ESTATE MORTGAGES PRIVATE MORTGAGE Lender. Funding smaller - 2nd, 3rd, & interim mortgages. No fees! Pls email: grpacific@telus.net Courtesy to agents.

RENTALS

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

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COMPUTER SERVICES

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250-642-1900 COTTAGES CABIN SUITABLE for 1 person, rural, near 17 Mile, refs. req’d, avail. now. 250-6420058 SMALL CABIN, suitable for 1 person. On Sooke basin. Avail. Feb. 1. 250-642-5731

TRANSPORTATION HAULING AND SALVAGE

CARS

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Cheap disposal of furniture, appliances, junk and what have you? U&I type moving with covered pick-up truck.

Ed & Faye 250-642-2398

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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Written submissions should be sent to Juan de Fuca Planning, by mail to 3-7450 Butler Road, Sooke, BC, V9Z 1N1; by email to jdﬁnfo@crd.bc.ca or by fax at 250.642.5274. Written submissions should be received no later than noon on January 19, 2015 to ensure availability at the Public Hearing. Submissions will also be accepted at the Public Hearing. Following the close of the Public Hearing, no further submissions or comments from the public or interested persons can be accepted by the CRD Board of Directors. The Public Hearing on Bylaw No. 3964 will be held by the Electoral Area Director, or Alternate Director, as a delegate of the Board of the CRD. A copy of the CRD Board resolution making the delegation is available for public inspection along with a copy of the bylaw referred to in this notice. For further information, contact June Klassen, Manager, Local Area Planning at 250.642.8101. S. Santarossa, Corporate Ofﬁcer

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BRAD’S HOME CARE Quality with competitive prices for all your home needs. *Installation and repairs of decks, fences *Minor plumbing and electric Ticketed in municipal water, sewer w/exp in carpentry & an eye for curb appeal. Senior & new referral discount. One call does it all. 778-679-4724

Kitchen Scraps Diversion

JAN “APRIL” NEEDS a Forever Home! looking for an adult enviro. for my beautiful white 4 yr old (F) cat, (indoor/outdoor). 250-642-7318, 250-889-7509, jennifertownley@shaw.ca

FULL SERVICE plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928

I am looking for an adult environment for my beautiful white 4 year old female cat, April. She is an indoor/outdoor cat that needs a Forever Home. 250-642-7318 250-889-7509 jennifertownley@shaw.ca

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

CLARK’S HOME RENOVATIONS Family Owned & Operated Ofﬁce: 250-642-5598 • Cell: 250-361-8136 www.clarkshomerenovations.ca neilnbev@shaw.ca

Service & Installations

Renovations

Tubs, Sinks, Taps, Vanity, Drains, Hot Water Tanks

Rooﬁng, Framing, Drywall, Bathroom, Kitchen, Laminate, Decks

BC Business License - City Licence - WCB - Liability Insurance Fall Arrest Training & Equipment

Free Estimates

Seniors Discount

2015

One New Year’s resolution we’ll all be making. COLLINS - 65

ions!

ulat Congrat

Kenneth and Nancy, married Dec. 31, 1949 in Sooke. Still playing the “Anniversary Waltz” after 65 Happy Years. Congratulations Mom, Dad, Gran and Papa. With Love John, Donna, Charles (Xue) and Tasha

A full disposal ban on kitchen scraps at Hartland landfill takes effect January 1, 2015. The ban will divert compostable items like vegetables, meat, bones, grains, dairy products, fruit and soiled paper that currently take up thirty percent of the landfill. At the same time, diverted kitchen scraps will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and will be processed into beneficial compost. So contact your waste hauler or municipality directly, plan for collection options and make a note on your calendar. Then we can all look forward to a happy, more sustainable New Year! For general information about the kitchen scrap diversion strategy visit www.crd.bc.ca/kitchenscraps

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Medical system fails Sooke woman Daniel Chauvin

Sooke News Mirror

Bonnie Craig received the best present for Christmas that she could possibly ask for this year. She has been sleeping soundly in her own bed since early December, surrounded by her children after leaving Royal Jubilee Hospital’s Hospice Care. Craig is a 49-year-old single mother with four children, three of whom have mental handicaps. She has been enduring physical, emotional and psychological torment for far too long over sickness and injuries that she thinks should rightfully be covered by the health care system. A former registered nurse, she knows the system from the inside out. But little did she realize that she would be taken for a roller coaster ride through the very system she worked hard for and supported. The only response she has heard from doctors of late is “I’m sorry”, but “’too bad, so sad’ just doesn’t cut it,” she said. Her problem began two years ago, when she injured her knee at work. She was working as a full-time RN at the Sunset Lodge when it happened. She also owned her own foot care business. After her injury, she couldn’t walk without excruciating pain, so she successfully applied for WCB. Her MRI scan showed swelling, and was deemed to be a “very bad sprain.” Sadly she was recommended physiotherapy, chiropathy and that she see an orthopaedic surgeon. She was cut off of WCB in October 2013 as the WCB doctors report said her it was a degenerative mensicus knee injury due to age even though an orthopaedic surgeon said the mensicus knee injury was work-related and needed surgery. After attempting to return to work she was sent home, not being able to

Daniel Chauvin photo

Bonnie Craig had to turn to others for help with medical expenses. walk. She is appealing WCB with BCNU and while it is in the court system, and she has exhausted all of her sick and vacation leave to pay for monthly expenses at home. At this time she applied for LTD (Long Term Disability). In April 2014, six months later, she was accepted to receive LTD (70 per cent of her wages) but was cut off in November 2014, as LTD said she passed the two year allowance, which LTD considered the time she spend away from work, and not the time she started receiving it. Her second MRI in October revealed a tear in her knee (an injury, not degenerative) as well as breast cancer which was not revealed to her for two months. She underwent knee surgery and jaw surgery. Meanwhile she was having heart problems but was told there was “nothing wrong” with her heart and that her problem was “hereditary.” She was then told to go back to work and provide for her own training after being cut off of LTD. The breast cancer invaded her lymph nodes and had spread all along her spine and would require surgery and chemotherapy. After being misdiagnosed for a year by specialists who told her her cancer pain was caused by knee and back problems and that she should see

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an orthopaedic specialist, the truth was revealed to her upon receiving her bone scan report. The excruciating pain she had endured while waiting for treatment finally made sense. As her cancer spread, the stress of waiting had become unbearable, not to mention the humiliation she endured upon being told that “it was all in her head.” Craig is a finally home for the time being under hormonal treatment until she returns to the hospital in January for another CT SCAN on her back to see if the radiation has shrunk any of the painful tumors. She will then have other tumors radiated which are called “hot spots” because she can not receive the radiation treatment all at once. If the hormonal treatment has not been aggressive enough to stop the spread of her cancer, she will undergo chemotherapy. While she remains optimistic that her current treatment plan will work, she says she has been hurt by the health care system’s impersonal and non-professional actions. If she had known in September she could have had treatment then, not now. Her wish is that doctors and specialists “listen to the patients, thoroughly examine and then follow through to alleviate unnecessary suffering. Please don’t blame the victims!” she insisted. Not knowing where to turn for help, she started a ‘gofundme. com’ campaign. “Without the help from others, the stress, and burden would seem overwhelming for anyone trying to make it alone financially, physically, emotionally, spiritually… but the children can see the stress and the burden through you, they can also see the help my family is receiving by reading and being thankful for every comment and donation sent to our family as they know it helps ease the stress and burden for our family and my continuing healing along this long difficult journey” she said. Bonnie Craig’s ‘go fund me’ blog and campaign can be found at: gofundme.com/i3iOew

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2205 Otter Point Road, Sooke Phone: 250-642-1634 Fax: 250-642-0541 email: info@sooke.ca website: www.sooke.ca

Upcoming Public Meetings Regular Council Meeting Monday, January 12, 2015 at 7:00 pm

What’s New! The District of Sooke website at www.sooke.ca has information about your community. This schedule is subject to change. Please call 250-642-1634 to confirm meetings.

Council meeting agendas maybe viewed at www.sooke.ca

The Pastor's Pen Being like the Holy Family On the weekend of December 27-28 we celebrated the feast of the Holy Family. With the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas, Mary and Joseph were now new parents and a family. Like our families the Holy Family had their struggles and difficulties at times. Whatever challenges Mary and Joseph faced with their son they loved him. They supported him and that allowed Jesus to grow in age and wisdom before God and others. Jesus in return knew and felt the love of his parents and respected their authority. The opening prayer for the weekend’s liturgies say’s “O God who were pleased to give us the shinning example of the Holy Family, graciously grant that we may imitate them in practicing the virtues of family life and in the bonds of charity and so in your house delight one day in eternal rewards.” This prayer captures what it is to be a member of a family whether a parent, spouse, son or a daughter. If we consider ourselves fi rstly as a member of the family rather than an individual, and are charitable and loving towards the other family members we will likely have delightful memories of our family life.

Fr. Mike Favero St. Rose of Lima Parish HOLY TRINITY Anglican Church 1962 Murray Road | 250-642-3172 HOLY COMMUNION SERVICE: 11am EVENING PRAYER: Saturday 5pm The Rev. Dimas Canjura www.holytrinitysookebc.org

KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 2110 Church Rd | 250-642-4124 SUNDAY SERVICE 10:15 am Pre-Service Singing 10:30 am Family worship Rev. Dr Gordon Kouwenberg Parents Room and well equipped Nursery

SOOKE BAPTIST CHURCH 7110 West Coast Road | 250-642-3424 SUNDAY SERVICE 10:00 am Children, youth & adult ministries

ST. ROSE OF LIMA Roman Catholic Parish 2191 Townsend Rd. | 250-642-3945 | Fax: 778-425-3945 Saturday Mass 5pm | Sunday Mass, 10 am Thursday Mass 10:30 am Children’s Religious Ed: Sat. 3:45pm Office Hours: Tue 12-3 Wed 10-12 Thurs 1-3 Rev. Fr. Michael Favero

Pastor Rick Eby

Email sookebaptistchurch@telus.net www.sookebaptist.com

JUAN DE FUCA SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 4251 Sooke Road | 778-425-3403 SATURDAY SERVICE

9:30 am Bible Study • 11:00 am Church Service Pastor: Mike Stevenson

Sunday @ 11AM clachurch.com/sooke

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Roll over Beethoven...here comes Sooke Roller Derby!

High speed roller derby at Sooke Community Hall. The spacious hall is a great way to stretch the legs and get out of the rain for some winter fun. Practices are Friday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. No experience necessary! Welcome to 2015 and a brand new opportunity to join the adrenaline pumping Sooke Roller Derby at Sooke Community Hall. The effort is led by Zea Guest, a.k.a. ‘Buff Naked’. Fresh recruits are more than welcome! The delightful sport had a run at it last year, but Guest is hoping this new year will really get things

rolling. Players need to be 19 and over, and the training will build a high level of fitness, bonding and team play that takes place every Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. “Roller Derby is a fast paced, contact sport empowering women of all ages, shapes and sizes. There are 126 amateur roller derby leagues in Canada,”

Guest said. “31 of which are here in BC. That number is constantly growing” she stated. Looking for fresh meat Guest is attempting to keep costs low, and the practices consistent. No experience is required but the athletic demands of the sport are gradual and rewarding. This fastpaced contact team sport requires speed,

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Free lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holy Trinity Church. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Steak Night, 6-7:30 p.m. Karaoke 8-11 p.m. SOOKE SENIOR’S BUS Lunch and shopping trips to Victoria. Call Celia 250642-5828 for information. DROP IN HOCKEY SEAPARC, 7 to 8:15 p.m. all ages.

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Meat draw 3 p.m. CHOPPED CANADA Watch our local chef Carol Christie compete on this popular show on the Food Network. If you know of anything happening in the community call the editor at: 250-642-5752 or email: editor@sookenewsmirror. com.

Directory: Where to find what Child, Youth & Family Centre: 2145 Townsend Rd Family Medical Clinic: 1300-6660 Sooke Rd Holy Trinity Church: 1952 Murray Rd Knox Presbyterian Church: 2110 Church Rd Legion #54: 6726 Eustace Rd Library: 2065 Anna Marie Rd Museum: 2070 Phillips Rd Peoples Drug Mart: 8-6716 Sooke Rd SEAPARC: 2168 Phillips Rd St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church: 2191 Townsend Rd Sooke Senior’s Bus: $15 annual membership. 250-642-4662 Municipal Hall: 2205 Otter Point Rd Sooke Community Hall: 2037 Sheilds Rd.

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Salmon fishing slows and halibut season comes to a close

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Salmon fishing in Sooke is a little slower the last week or two. There are still some great catches coming in, it’s just harder to find them! Depending on the tidal conditions you can expect to get into at least one or two of these winter Springs, maybe more if you hit the right spot. Some boats have been report-

ing catching salmon in shallower water, from 70 to 100ft with the gear right on the bottom. Best baits still seem to be anchovy,spoons and hootchies trolled on short 3 or 4ft leaders behind bright flashers. The back eddy behind Otter Point (on the west side) and the Tin Shed area seem to be holding some Springs

before heading out. Halibut fishing was good, but fewer decent reports and good days to fish due to poor weather and tide conditions. The sandy spots between Otter and Sheringham Points were still favoured by most of the local halibut fishers. Anchoring in 180ft of water and deeper, dropping herring down on a spreader bar system through the tide change or during a slower ebbing tide was producing good results. Good Fishing! Ron Neitsch 2 Reel Fishing Adventures

in the long ebbing tides that we have been having. Seems as though the large amount of fresh water coming out of the Sooke River and harbour has been increasing the flow of the ebbing tides, affecting where the salmon have been feeding. The strong ebbing tides coupled with westerly winds have also created some large choppy seas. Check the weather/wind predictions and reports before heading out. Remember halibut closed on December 31 2014. Check the regulations on the DFO website or at your local tackle store

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