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Peninsula transit changes affect routes in Sidney, North Saanich Angela Cowan News staff

After a complete review of transit services on the Peninsula and Greater Victoria, B.C. Transit has implemented a handful of changes to several routes through Sidney, North Saanich and Central Saanich. “People told us about improvements they’d like to see in the system,” said James Wadsworth, senior planner for B.C. Transit. “They’re changes that make it easier for people who regularly use transit.” The biggest service change is the new Route 71 Swartz Bay/ Downtown via West Sidney, which will News file photo offer three morning B.C. Transit has made changes trips and four return afternoon trips. in response to public input. “We decided to have those trips also serve West Sidney, so it now has direct commuter service to downtown Victoria,” said Wadsworth. Other changes include rescheduling Route 83 Sidney/ Royal Oak and 88 Route Sidney/Airport to have regular intervals, and consistently extending the 81 Route Brentwood Bay/Swartz Bay to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital. “Some trips used to route into the hospital and some didn’t. Now all trips do,” added Wadsworth. As well, the Route 86 Deep Cove was combined into the Route 85 North Saanich, reducing the number of trips slightly. The changes went into effect Dec. 29, and so far feedback has been fairly quiet, he said. “We’ve listened, and we’ve rescheduled to try and best meet the needs of the community.” For complete schedules and maps, visit bctransit.com/ victoria/schedules. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

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SIDNEY — The Peninsula News Review welcomes reporter Angela Cowan to the Saanich Peninsula. Cowan joins the PNR’s editorial department this week after working with Black Press sister paper, the Goldstream News Gazette. She will be busy covering the Peninsula’s vibrant arts scene and will tackle other local issues in health, lifestyles and will be the main contact on the PNR’s crime beat. She will also cover the goings-on at the District of Central Saanich. Cowan replaces former reporter Devon MacKenzie, who has moved on to explore freelance writing opportunities. The PNR also says thank you and farewell to Tim Collins, who acted as a temporary reporter in the interim. Editor Steven Heywood said he looks forward to working with Cowan and knows she’ll bring enthusiasm to the local arts beat and contribute to improving the overall quality of the News Review. “Angela comes highly recommended from within Black Press in the Victoria region and I know our readers on the Peninsula will enjoy her work,” Heywood said. “I’ve always loved the community,” Cowan said. “This is where my partner and I are planning

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Angela Cowan joins the editorial staff of the Peninsula News Review. She comes to the Saanich Peninsula from the PNR’s sister paper, the Goldstream News Gazette. to build our life and start our family. I’m thrilled to be able to work in what I hope will be my community for a long time.” Publisher Jim Parker says it’s great to have Cowan here from a sister paper.

“Angela knows the value of local coverage,” he said. “She brings with her a wealth of experience.” Cowan can be reached at 250656-1151, ext. 127 or at reporter@ peninsulanewsreview.com.

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SIDNEY — Micah Hart of Saanichton is in Buffalo, New York this week for the IIHF Ice Hockey U18 Women’s World Championship. Hart, who currently attends the Okanagan Hockey Academy, was named captain prior to the start of the tournament on Jan. 5. Team Canada lost their opener to the U.S. in a shootout on Monday but regrouped for a 3-2 victory over Russia on Tuesday. Team Canada was set to play the Czech News file photo Republic ThursMicah Hart plays day (after the defence for the PNR press deadCanadian U18 women’s line) to complete hockey team. their preliminary round matchups. The quarterfinals begin today (Fri., Jan. 9) with the two medal rounds set for Mon., Jan. 12. — News staff

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VICTORIA — Green Party leader and Saanich-Gulf Islands MP Elizabeth May speaks about climate change at the Canadian Club Victoria luncheon Jan. 20. May has a long record as a dedicated advocate for social justice, human rights and the environment. May also hosts a town hall-style meeting Jan. 13 in the Bodine Family Hall at Sidney’s Mary Winspear Centre. It takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For a list of her town halls in the area, visit elizabethmaymp.ca. — News staff

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Canadian wildlife artist and naturalist Robert Bateman comes to the Mary Winspear Centre Feb. 26 for a Rest Haven Foundation fundraising event.

Take notice of nature Canadian artist Robert Bateman coming to Sidney’s Mary Winspear Centre Steven Heywood News staff

obert Bateman, one of Canada’s favourite artists, speakers and naturalists, will be in Sidney next month to help support a local fundraiser. An Evening with Robert Bateman takes place at the Mary Winspear Centre Thurs., Feb. 26, presented by the Rest Haven Foundation. Guests can expect to hear the accomplished artist talk about his career, his artistic process and about his passions in nature. “I just love to give lectures,” Bateman said from his home and studio on Salt Spring Island. “I find they are easier than making art. I was always a teacher.” Bateman grew up in Ontario and became a high school geography and art teacher in Thornhill and Burlington, Ontario for 20 years. But before you start

to think that he took up painting later in remote natural areas and used inspiration life, think again. He said for him, art was from those places for his artwork, is an advocate for conservation of many spemuch more than a hobby all of his life. “For me, it was never a pastime. As a cial places and for nature in and of itself. teacher in Ontario I found time to paint He said humanity’s impact on nature has and people said I had a good hobby. But had a terrible effect, subject matter he sometimes explores in his work. Paintit was never that to me. “I taught for fun, and I got paid for it, ings of a clearcut forest or of a skinned tiger — both displayed but I paint for real.” the Robert Bateman It’s a lesson he imparts “We can’t close our at Centre on Victoria’s Inner to the many children and adults who ask him about eyes to these messages. Harbour — speak to the his work and how they, But it does take time for environmental impacts humanity has wrought on too, might become artists. the planet and how some Whether it’s painting or people to take notice.” cultures use animals as music, Bateman said it has – Robert Bateman status symbols. to fill nearly every spare These issues will creep moment. into his lectures, he “I say to kids, about art, not to go to art school or seek it out as a agreed, in a constrained manner. He said career — not unless you have a lot of time he’s no David Suzuki or Al Gore, yet he and a lot of money. Do the art, do it all the hopes his words will reach people. “We can’t close our eyes to these mestime — on weekends, holidays — do it all sages,” he said. “But it does take time for the time.” In so doing, Bateman encourages any people to take notice.” So, in that way, Bateman uses the fame artist at any level to get to know their subjects, to slow down, pay attention to earned through his work to try to influthe things around them and realize their ence the next generation. value — especially that of nature. PlEaSE SEE: Bateman, who has travelled to many Bateman’s work still much, page 4

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The trail between North Saanich’s Nymph Park and the Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club has been damaged during winter storms. The District of North Saanich has placed barriers along the trail to warn walkers not to stray too close to an undercut bank.

Beacon Inn ranked in top 10 Canadian B&Bs Angela Cowan News staff

Downtown Sidney’s Beacon Inn has been named as one of Bed&Breakfast.com’s top 10 2014 Canadian destinations, in

company with Victoria’s The Good Knight, John Lewis House and the Abbeymoore Manor Bed and Breakfast Inn. The Edwardian-styled Beacon Inn has been welcoming guests since 2001, and attracts

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How the children of today will impact nature is a serious issue for him and he said he’s trying to get youth to slow down, step back from modern technology for a while and create relationships with the world around them. It’s what he has done to help him create his art. “You have to take the time, really see things like a leaf or dandelion. Doing so will not only help you get to know your subjects, but get to know yourself.” Quoting artist Georgia O’Keefe, Bateman said, “Nobody sees a flower really; it is so small. We haven’t time, and to see takes time — like to have a friend takes time.” Bateman is still a busy man, noting that he had been painting for much of the interview. “I can talk on the phone and create,” he said.

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Enjoy special guest speaker, Canadian artist and naturalist Robert Bateman at the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney on Thurs., Feb. 26 in a fundraising event for the Rest Haven Foundation. The evening, starting at 5:30 p.m., features a dinner, silent auction, a display of Bateman’s artwork (also for sale, provided by Peninsula Gallery) and personal book signings (Tanner’s Books of Sidney will have some of Bateman’s works available), preceded by the artist himself speaking about his career and experiences. For tickets, contact the Rest Haven Foundation at 250656-0717 or visit resthavenfoundation.com. The Rest Haven Foundation was formed in 2014, a notfor-profit society created to help ensure Sidney’s Rest Haven Lodge provides the best care possible for seniors.

He’s currently working on around 10 commissioned paintings, including a dapple-shade piece depicting two giant lions for a client. “I’m still busy,” he said when asked if he ever thought he’d be so much in demand so late in life.

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Leaving behind a decrepit building in Brentwood Bay, the Victoria Boys and Girls Club now has a brand new facility in the Central Saanich Cultural Centre, and the move was long overdue. “It just wasn’t cost effective to pour money into a building that was literally falling apart,” said Kate Mansell, director of development and communications. The building was well “past its prime,” she added. Plans to move began more than two years ago, after extensive damage and rot was discovered in the old building, said Mansell. The new facility boasts a more open and inclusive design, substantially larger windows and an overall “homier feel,” according to Talia Ingram, a supervisor at the club for the last five years. “We really try to give the kids ownership and make it like their home, and this is just so much better for them,” she said. “Because it’s purpose-built and it’s laid out better, it’s just going to be much better overall for programming needs,” added Mansell. “We’ll be able to offer specific programming to help kids stay in school and go on to university.” The club will continue to offer all their regular programming in the new facility, she said, including after school care, support for parents and programs for at-risk youth. Starting out of the new facility, the club will also offer the Rogers Raising the Grade program, offering youth the chance to receive help with homework on a daily basis, meet new people and explore options for their future. Though the District of Central Saanich provided the property at the nominal fee of $1 per year for 25 years, the club still had to raise the funds

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anadian artist Robert Bateman is certainly not alone in his analysis of modern youth. They need to get out more, he says, to experience the outdoors and get to know nature — rather than spend most of their time in front of computer screens or looking down at their phones or other electronic gadgets. This, Bateman told the News Review in an interview this week, helps young people — even older folks — determine their place in the world and teaches them not only what’s out there but how to think critically about things around them. For the most part, we certainly agree that broadening one’s horizons gives you more points of reference on which There are plenty to base your value and beliefs. More of examples of people could benefit people getting out from spending more time away from the gadgets and interacting with both nature and the people around them. From our experiences on the Saanich Peninsula and around the region, plenty of children and adults do get outside. There are preschool field trips that have long lines of little ones taking in local nature and there are plenty of small cycling groups regularly riding the rural roads of the region. There are people who are getting closer to nature, possibly giving their lives that essential balance between who we are and what we do for a living. The Saanich Peninsula has plenty of examples of people getting out, having fun and even using their spare time to improve all of our lives. Watch for some of them in the Beacon Community Services and PNR’s annual Hearts of the Community volunteer recognition event next month. The concerns Bateman has, that too many youth are spending more and more hours in front of computer screens, are valid. Caregivers — physical and mental — warn often of the consequences of cutting oneself off from the outside world. Having seen youth taking part in outdoor activities and programs at places like Panorama Rec. and the Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre, we think people have all the opportunity to explore their world that they could want. On balance, this speaks well of the next generation. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@peninsulanewsreview.com or fax 250-656-5526. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith,B.C. V9G 1A9. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www. bcpresscouncil.org.

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Impressed by coal’s role in the province Coal has had a lot of negative press in recent years. So much so that I was motivated to find out some facts. What I discovered is that coal production supports thousands of jobs in B.C. and generates billions of dollars of revenue for our provincial economy every year. In fact, coal production is one of the main pillars of our B.C. economy and it provides over half of B.C.’s total revenue from mineral production. Coal is also B.C.’s single largest export commodity. Moreover, between 70 to 90 per cent of B.C. coal is metallurgical coal used to make steel rather than thermal coal burned in the generation of electricity. The steel from metallurgical coal gives us the metal for everything from bikes, smart phones, eyeglasses and all the utensils and machines we use to make and eat food. Coal may seem like a boring mineral commodity, but in economic terms it obviously punches way above its weight class for the people of B.C. and I am impressed by that. Shane Perich Coquitlam

Petition on climate change Is the public mood shifting on climate change? Polls indicate people have felt for a long time that global warming is an important issue. Now it seems they think it’s time we do something about it. On New Year’s Day I placed a petition on Care2 calling for a Canadawide referendum on carbon fee-anddividend. Within two-and-a-half days

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there were 100 names on it. This compares with the seven months to reach 100 names it took a similar petition I placed on Care2 in 2013. Despite what the tobacco salespeople tell us, the science on climate change is rock solid. Human beings are warming the planet. The consequences will be serious and they could be catastrophic. The sooner we act, the better. James Hansen, one of the world’s leading climate scientists, has advocated carbon fee-and-dividend for many years as the best approach to control global warming. The fee would be similar to a carbon tax, in that it would be charged on fossil fuels at source. Rather

than going into general revenues, however, the money would be distributed as equal and recurring dividends to every adult. A Canada-wide carbon fee set at the same level as B.C.’s carbon tax of $30 per tonne of carbon dioxide would generate about $20 billion per year — enough to give every adult living in Canada an annual fossil fuel dividend of about $1,000. Economists estimate that twothirds of the population would receive more from the dividend than they would pay in carbon fees. My petition calls for a Canadawide referendum on carbon fee-anddividend. Imposing such a system would be a major step and deserves national debate. In Switzerland (population 8 million), a petition of 100,000 names is enough to bring an important question to national referendum. In Canada (population 35 million), an equivalent number would be about 400,000. My petition will be on Care2 for one year. If we are going to reach the 400,000 target, we will need more than 1,000 names per day. I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider putting your name on the petition, and if you would encourage your friends and neighbours to do the same. The URL of the petition is: thepetitionsite.com/850/161/365/petitionfor-a-referendum-on-carbon-fee-anddividend-for-canada/ If you want more information about carbon fee-and-dividend, go to the Citizens Climate Lobby-Canada website at: http://citizensclimatelobby.ca Keith McNeill Clearwater

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Feds’ good-news tax announcements have already begun sal Child Care Benefit for children under age six has increased from $100 to $160 per month. And, for children age six to 17, a new monthly Child Care Benefit of $60 has been introduced. Individually, not dramatic changes, but taken together, a welcome improvement, particularly for younger families struggling to make ends meet. The most dramatic tax change however, is the new Family Tax Cut, often referred to as income splitting, for families with children under age 18. This innovation will allow a notional transfer at taxtime, of up to $50,000 of annual income, from the higher-earning wage-earner to a lowerearning spouse. This could lead to significant family tax savings, to a maximum of $2,000 annually. The greatest advan-

Big Brothers, Sisters tapping into creativity Andrea Peacock News staff

VICTORIA — With their creative minds and limitless ideas, children often make the best entrepreneurs. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria is partnering with Early Entrepreneurs, a social enterprise company, to invest in local children by giving students the opportunity to come up with and follow through on business ventures. The money earned from these ventures will be given back into the Big Brothers and Sisters community. A recent University of Victoria commerce graduate, Kim Cope, started Early Entrepreneurs in order to teach kids about business and provide them with an opportunity to give back to their community. Prior to the partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters, money raised through the Early Entrepreneurs program went to Free the Children to build schools in other countries. “We realized that we needed to do something more local,” said Cope. “We always like our students helping other students, whether that be building schools and empowering education, or whether that be mentorship and building a stronger community.” Each classroom is given $100 as seed funding. They then have four to six weeks to come up with an idea and carry it out. Through a $25,000 grant from Boston Pizza, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria will be able to invest money into classrooms and see that money multiply as a result of the kids’ business ventures. All of the funds raised will go back to Big Brothers Big Sisters. “We just really wanted to educate younger children about financial literacy,” said Anthea Cheng, development co-ordinator of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria. “We think that education is the key to solving a lot of poverty issues, which we see a lot of within our families at the agency.” For more, contact Anthea Cheng at 250-475-1117 ext. 41 or at anthea.cheng@bigbrothersbigsisters. ca, or Kim Cope at 604-349-8199 or at kim@earlyentrepreneurs.ca. — Victoria News

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Seniors are more wired than ever before Tim Collins News staff

The cultural reference is so common as to have become tiresome. It’s an image of an elderly person sitting at a computer screen, totally befuddled by the technology; it’s also a stereotype that’s dead wrong, according to Brian Har-

rison of Sidney’s Peninsula Computers. “We shouldn’t discount seniors when it comes to the digital age,” said Harrison. “They are an amazing bunch; very smart and very good at using the technology.” Harrison said the elderly are more inclined to look at their computers or android

devices as a tool and tend to apply the use of that tool to solve real world situations. Wayne Brander, a technology instructor at Peninsula Elder College, agrees. “I have a student right now who is 96 years old and I have trouble keeping up with her,” said Brander. “She sees uses for the Black Press file photo

Older students often catch on quickly to new technology, especially when it comes to tools used to connect to their loved ones.

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computer that I haven’t considered before. All she needed was a little help with the mechanics of getting started.” Brander said most seniors are very fast learners and can be up and running in two to four hours. “The most important thing we teach them is not to be intimidated by the tool. Their grandchildren are learning how to use a computer by trial and error, and to a certain extent they have to be willing to do the same thing.” Perhaps the most common driving force behind an increasing interest by seniors in the wired technology of today is the connectivity that it allows. “For seniors, today’s technology allows them to stay connected with family all around the world,” said Brander. “They can also do their shopping, write memoirs or books ... the list is endless.” Brock Clayards, a retired RCMP officer and local author is a case in point. “My daughter is a professor at McGill and I don’t get out to see her as much as I’d like ... but her two daughters and my grandchil-

dren have grown up with me on Skype.” Clayards said he’s also a fan of social media. “The internet has also allowed me to become a writer and see my work published,” he said. Clayards has two books on Amazon.com. For Jeff Morris, the past Honorary Colonel of the 443 (MH) Squadron and founder of Angel Flight (a charitable organization that flies cancer victims to their medical appointments on the mainland), his computer has always been an indispensable tool. “It’s allowed me to establish Angel Flight and to track every aspect of every flight,” said the 71-year-old Morris. “There’s nothing about it that’s intimidating. It’s just something I use.” According to Brander, seniors are also quite adept at using their iPhones or android devices. “They want to be able to talk to their families, order groceries, search for services or even write a new recipe book and they are doing it all. It’s a great thing to see.”

Do you have a story idea? Let us know. Seniors in Focus, a regular feature in the Peninsula News Review, runs once each month. These pages are designed to showcase local issues and events important to area seniors. Do you know of a senior citizen on the Peninsula who deserves a little attention? Do you have a senior-specific event coming up soon? Let us know. Call the editor at 250-656-1151, ext. 128 or email editor@peninsulanewsreview.com.

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position as well. “I have solid connections both within the local business community and the comeff Morris looks back on his tenure munity at large, as well as over 40 years as as the Honorary Colonel for the a pilot and the relationships I’ve built in the 443(MH) Squadron with a great deal aviation community,” said Sudul. He added that he plans to use those of pride. Yet the memories are a little bittersweet: a mixture of gratitude roots in the community to act as a liaison for the opportunity that his role afforded between the 443 (MH) Squadron and the him to meet with what he called a “remark- Saanich Peninsula communities. “The turnover can be quite high in squadable group of men and women,” and some regret that he will no longer be fulfilling that rons like this, and the Honorary Colonel tends to be grounded in the community to role. For Morris, it was a role that transcended provide a consistent point of contact.” As for taking over the ‘favourite uncle’ the official job description and moved into role of his predecessor, developing deep personal Sudul said that it’s somerelationships with the squad“My position thing he will certainly try ron. to emulate. “I gave them a sounding allows me to listen, “There are times when board ... a way of asking for people in the military need advice on issues, both pro- offer advice where it’s to deal with a personal situfessional and personal, with- asked for.” ation, a family situation, out having their concerns – Mike Sudul and they may not want it to become part of their official become a part of an official military record,” said Morris. record. My position allows “In some ways, I like to think I became everyone’s favourite uncle.” me to listen, offer advice where it’s asked Morris was originally appointed to the for and even approach the CO on an inforposition on January 6, 2009 for what was mal basis to look for solutions,” said Sudul. But Sudul is quick to point out that the to be a three year term. That term was extended to this year and, when it came to role of the Honorary Colonel is also one of an end, it was time for Morris to give up the fostering esprit de corps and developing position to the new Honorary Colonel, Sid- strong community support for the unit. “I’ve met these men and women now and ney businessman, Mike Sudul. Although Sudul was appointed to the I’m so impressed with the calibre of perposition in October of 2014, the official sonnel within the squadron,” said Sudul. handover of duties came on December 8, “These people deserve the best I can offer.” Every Honorary Colonel will do the job a 2014 at a special ceremony to mark the little differently, according to Sudul. occasion. “Jeff (Morris) did an amazing job, and “I know that Jeff Morris did an amazing job, and I’m determined to live up to his I know that I have big shoes to fill ... but maybe it’s better to think of it like this ... I work with the job that I do,” said Sudul. He said he feels he brings a lot to the have my own shoes to walk in.”

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Hip with hip-hop stars and seniors too Inside When Chrysler resurrected the 300 It is amazing to see how much has nameplate (originally sold from the mid changed inside a modern sedan in the 50s until the late 70s) back in 2005, it was past 10 years. When the 2005 Chrysler met with the kind of enthusiasm of which 300 was introduced, the company was automakers can only dream. still addicted to hard, cheap looking plasHip-hop stars all the way to seniors chose tic. Today, the 300 is fitted with upscale the car with aggressive exterior styling materials and the latest infotainment. and full-size dimensions. In fact, the 2005 The changes for 2015 include a new inChrysler 300 wasn’t just a sales hit — it Much has strument cluster display that is bold and won more awards than any other vehicle bright. My preference would be to have to date. When Chrysler updated the car for changed in 10 years the ability to dial down the brightness 2011, the intention was to make the car for the 300, but the of the glowing instrument rings during less “brutal” looking, making it more ele- same goodness that the day, something that can be adjusted gant and sophisticated. This was achieved was in the 2005 at night when the headlamps are on. by opening up the glass area for better The award winning 8.4-inch uConnect outward visibility and minimizing the model is still here; infotainment screen is standard on all bold front grille. Now, for 2015, Chrysler is it is the refinement trim levels and it is a snap to learn. Also retracing its choices and going back to a that makes this a included now, on all models, is the rotary blunt look again. modern sedan. transmission controller, something that Looks becomes second nature after a few days The people who drove the 2005 model Zack Spencer of use. The rest of the interior is tailored welcomed some of the changes made in depending on the trim. The sportier S 2011. The glass area was improved by 15 model is covered in black with bold white stitching. It is per cent and the top of the front window was raised, the top Platinum models that get the opulent diamond making it easier to see traffic lights. This has not been stitching in the seats, a two-tone leather steering wheel adjusted for 2015; the revisions are kept to the front and open grain wood accents. and rear of the 300. The most noticeable update is the Drive return of a big, bold grille, which is 30 per cent bigger The reason for the standard transmission controller is than the aggressive grille found on the 2005 model. the standard 8-speed automatic transmission for both The way it is integrated is more polished, thanks to V6 and V8 equipped cars. The base engine is the same three distinct grille inserts depending on the trim level. 3.6L V6 with 292hp. The optional 363hp Hemi V8 is a The S trim (seen above) receives more black trim, not powerful upgrade but this car is no longer available just on the grille, but also the side window trim and with all wheel drive (AWD), this is something previous smoked 20-inch alloy wheels. This car has some of the V8 owners didn’t choose in great numbers, so it was attitude of the Dodge Charger in a slightly more upscale dropped. The 300 is now available with a sport setting package. Other refinements include LED lighting for for the transmission, engine management and steering daytime running lights, rear tail lamps and available feel, taking advantage of computer algorithms to LED fog lights. The rear bumper has been raised slightly extract the most out of the car’s strong engines. Unlike to make it look less heavy and integrated exhaust tips the sportier Dodge Charger, there is not an adjustable help refine the look.

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Keep your hands off the steering wheel By Bob McHugh

“Take me home Super Cruise” could be a command that future Cadillac owners may be saying to their automobile, in the not too distant future. GM’s luxury brand seems likely to be first automaker to offer a fully automated driving feature in a production vehicle. Super Cruise is one of three entries vying for the 2015 AJAC Best New Auto Safety Technology Award. A similar entry from Honda called AcuraWatch takes us to the brink of automation and another GM entry will be of interest to those who like to cruise the internet.

GM - Super Cruise:

Super Cruise is the working name that GM has given a yet to be released automated driving technology that will (or can) allow hands-off-the-wheel lane following, braking and speed control, in certain highway driving situations. The goal of this technology is to increase the comfort of an attentive driver on freeways, both in bumperto-bumper traffic and on long road trips. The claimed safety value

of Super Cruise is that it could mitigate many traffic collisions and improve traffic congestion. The system sends and receives basic safety information such as location, speed and direction of travel between vehicles that are approaching each other. It will warn drivers and can supplement active safety features, such as forward collision warning, already available on many production cars. Super Cruise will also add a new lane-centering technology that relies on forward-looking cameras and other sensors to detect markings, curves and other road characteristics. It will also use a series of alerts to communicate with the driver based on human factor research conducted on test tracks. A combination of radar, ultrasonic sensors, cameras and GPS map data are used by Super Cruise to provide 360 degrees of crash risk detection bubble around the vehicle and enhanced driver assist features. Super Cruise is still undergoing real-world driving assessments and is expected to make its way into Cadillac production models in 2017.

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generation of GM’s OnStar telematics system with 4G LTE has been rolled out in most of its 2015 model year vehicles. It basically turns the vehicle into a WiFi hotspot that allows occupants to connect up to seven personal devices (smartphones, laptops, tablets etc.) and have them work just like they do at home. The 4GLTE feature also enhances OnStar’s array of safety and security services and provides a more personal experience as the OnStar agent can stay on the line as they manage the vehicle data interface. A clever smartphone app, called OnStar RemoteLink Key Fob Services, allows an owner to lock or unlock doors, activate the horn and lights, and remotely start a properly-equipped vehicle. It’s included free for five years. OnStar is standard in all 2015 GM vehicles and advisors currently respond to approximately 185,000 calls every day.

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Celtic songs by candlelight Angela Cowan News staff

Longtime musician friends Denis Donnelly and Lanny Pollet are returning to the St. John’s United Church in North Saanich on Sunday (Jan. 18) to provide musical accompaniment and spoken word for Celtic Vespers, a candlelit evening promising to be inspiring and restorative. It’s a variation on jazz vespers, a movement that began more than 50 years ago in New York as a way for Rev. John Garcia Gensel, pastor to the jazz community, to accommodate the many musicians who found it difficult to make it to church after a late-night gig. Jazz vespers spread through churches across North America and remained an event known for its informal nature, intimacy and inclusivity, and as a way for the community to come together and enjoy good music, says Eva Kerr, a member of St. John’s for more than 25 years. “It’s more than a con-

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Lanny Pollet, left, and Denis Donnelly combine their considerable talents on Irish harp and flute for the upcoming Celtic Vespers. cert, and that’s special for me. It’s spirit and music coming together,” she says. St. John’s broadened the event to include a quarterly Celtic vespers several years ago. The evening’s offerings will be traditional songs from Ireland and Scotland, with Donnelly deftly plucking the strings of his Irish harp and Pollet working his magic on flute and recorder. “I was brought up in the Anglican church and vespers was always a bit subdued and peaceful,” says Don-

nelly. “It wasn’t like the morning service. It was a restful way to end the evening, at the close of the day. That’s the feel we want to achieve with the music.” The duo have been friends since they met in university in the mid1970s, but their musical relationship was thoroughly cemented 15 years ago when they started playing a “musical contemplation” on the steps of the First Metropolitan Church in Victoria every New Year’s Day. They’ve played Celtic vespers a handful of times and

are looking forward to doing it again, says Donnelly. Their pairing is a little more relaxed than some of the other musicians who have played at vespers past, says Kerr, some of which have included highenergy fiddlers and faster-paced folk songs. “The harp and flute combo is more gentle.” Donnelly has taught numerous poetry workshops and will be offering some spoken word as well, she says. The church itself lends a particularly inviting air. “It’s quite a charming building,” says Kerr. “The acoustics are wonderful, and the musicians always say it’s a lovely place to play. It really feels like a holy space.” The evening begins at 7 p.m. at St. John’s United Church, 10990 West Saanich Rd., across from Deep Cove School. There is no admission, though an offering is taken to help cover costs. For details, visit stjohnsunited.net or call 250-655-3043.

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Singers seeking altos Group also looking for soprano, bass and tenor singers Angela Cowan News staff

As they gear up to start rehearsals for their spring show, the Peninsula Singers are putting out the call for more altos. “Usually you’re looking for sopranos, but we need altos,” said publicist — and alto herself — Virginia Watson-Rouslin. “The altos are what keep everyone balanced.” And it’s not just women the choir is looking for; tenors are also in high demand. “We lavish our affection on the men,” said Watson-Rouslin, laughing. “If they come, we’re very happy to see them.” The group has been around for 30 years and has 60 members currently, all excited to start preparing for The

Peninsula Singers Present Centre Stage in Vegas, opening May 1 at the Mary Winspear Centre. The show opens with Viva Las Vegas, of course, and features songs by Elvis, Frank Sinatra and Stevie Wonder, among others, and even touts an Elvis impersonator. “We’re going to be singing everything from Fly Me to the Moon, Love Me Tender and Signed, Sealed, Delivered,” said Watson-Rouslin. “And we sing from memory. You have to have memorized all the singing and the choreography. It’s good for the brain,” she added. Prospective singers should have experience, the ability to commit to one night a week of rehearsals and be ready to enjoy themselves, she said. “We have a lot of fun!” For more information on showtimes, visit peninsulasingers.ca, or to schedule an audition, email Glenda Korella at gkorella@shaw.ca. reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com

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Three Peninsula Panthers players have been selected to the South All Star team for the 2015 Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League (VIJHL) All Star Game on Jan. 17 in Comox. Conner Mowat, Mitchell Newman and Ben DeJong will join their South division counterparts against the North.

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Parkland Secondary School’s junior girls basketball team is ranked sixth among the top 10 in the province in the latest poll. Coach Larry Green’s squad has been adding wins and has been invited to play in Vancouver with some of B.C.’s toughest competition. Parkland’s senior boys jumped to sixth place from eighth in the Dec. 21 AAA Island hoops rankings at sportvictoria.com.

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Pioneer 8K kicks off the 2015 running series this Sunday Steven Heywood News staff

A strong field of women leads the way in this Sunday’s opening race in the Frontrunners 2015 Island Race Series in Saanichton. The Harriers Pioneer 8K jumps off the start line at 11 a.m. on Sun., Jan. 11. The race starts and finishes at the Saanich Fairgrounds on Stelly’s X Road. Louise HodgsonJones, media liaison for the Vancouver Islands Runners’ Association (VIRA), says there are around 450 people ready to race in what has become the series’ opening event of the year. The 2014 winner of the female event, Erin

Route map courtesy virl.bc.ca

The route of the Pioneer 8K on Sunday. Burrett of Nanaimo, returns this weekend and is joined by Natasha Wodak of Vancouver, who placed second last year. Wodak is a two-time Pioneer 8K winner — in 2011, and 2013 where she set the course record and a Canadian 8K record of 25:28. Other female racers to watch out for include Dayna Pidhoresky of Vancouver and Sidney’s own Lucy Smith, ranked as the top female Master. Hodgson-Jones added the Master categories, men and women, are stronger than they have been

for years. She said that’s because of the excellent runners who are getting older and are still racing. The newest category in the event this year, she continued, is the Masters 85-89. There are three or four people in this category, she said, including Maurice Tarrant. He’s expected to set a Canadian 8K age category record — the current record is 54:03 and in 2014, Tarrant ran the Pioneer 8K in 45:46. “Tarrant has completed over 150 Island Series races in the last 30 years,” states a VIRA media release, “and has

finished in first place in his age category an incredible 300 consecutive times.” Tarrant has set 70 Canadian age class records, some of which stand to this day. Among the male racers, Vancouver’s Theo Hunt is the top seed. The race course, said Hodgson-Jones, starts and finishes at the fairgrounds. “It’s quite a nice course, very rural of course,” she said. “It’s kind of an out-and-back route.” The Pioneer 8K is also the first race of the Timex B.C. Road Running Series. To enter, visit Frontrunners on Vancouver Street by Sat., Jan. 10 or do so on race day out in Saanichton. Visit vira. bc.ca for more information. The Frontrunners Island Race Series consists of eight events. The next one is the Cobble Hill 10K on Jan. 25. The series returns to the Saanich Peninsula March 8 for the Bazan Bay 5K.

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Panthers trade for Peninsula hockey product Defenceman Garnett Roberts to the Panthers in exchange with the Victoria Cougars Steven Heywood News staff

On paper, trading your top point-getter for almost anyone else might not look all that wise. However, when the new arrival tallies three points in four games, the move makes the broker of the deal seem like he knows something no one else does. Peninsula Minor Hockey product Garnett Roberts was acquired by the Panthers Junior B squad on Dec. 14 for forward Nathan Looysen. Looysen had been the Panthers’ top scorer this season, racking up 24 points. Roberts, in the meantime, had seen limited playing time with the Victoria Cougars and as a rookie this season,

tallied 11 points with the Victoria team. Moved into the Panthers’ top line right away, Roberts scored twice in his first game with the team and has scored three points over the last four games. Looysen, in the meantime, has scored only one goal for Victoria in the same time period. Panthers’ coach and operations director Pete Zubersky says Looysen had asked for a trade, so he found a way to make it happen. Zubersky said Looysen was doing well with Peninsula, but wanted a chance to go further in the playoffs and try to make the jump into Junior A hockey. Looysen was dealt to the south divisionleading Cougars and Roberts returns to the

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New Panther Garnett Roberts takes a knee during practice this week. Saanich Peninsula. Making home games and practices is now a shorter commute

for Roberts, who lives in the Ardmore subdivision in North Saanich. Having come up

through Peninsula Minor Hockey, he said he knows most of the Panthers’ players —

not to mention he’s played against them throughout the season. As well, Roberts was an associate player for the Panthers when he was 15 years old and played with them briefly at 16. Roberts said he realizes he’s been traded to a team with a worse record than the Cougars, but there are some positives, including seeing a lot more ice time on the Panther’s first line. “I know everyone on the team and now I’m only five minutes from home,” Roberts said after practice this week. Roberts said that the Panthers had their struggles early in the season but have come on of late. “This team is standing on good ground,” he said, noting that they have beaten every

team in the league at least once. “This team knows it can win.” He added the bench is always positive and goalie Alex Olsen has been standing on his head to keep the team in most games. Roberts said he’s happy with the changed role he has with the Panthers. In Victoria, he was relied upon for strong defence, but with the change, he gets to turn on his offensive capabilities and see increased ice time. Zubersky added Roberts is a good fit with the rest of the team and has helped to maintain the overall positive attitude of the Panthers. Their next home game is tonight (Fri., Jan. 9) at Panorama. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

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NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES/ TOTAL, JAN. 2013 NEW LISTINGS/ TOTAL, JAN. 2013 ACTIVE RES. LISTINGS/ PEAK, JAN. 2013

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Spring selling starts in February SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCES IN BUYING AND SELLING YOUR HOME The Peninsula News Review is looking to help tell your stories about buying and selling your home. Homefinder is going local this month and our staff are collecting story ideas for this page. So, whether you are a first-time home buyer or a senior couple looking to downsize, contact us to share your story and it just might help someone else going through one of the biggest events of their lives. You can call the editor at 250-656-1151, ext. 128 or email editor@peninsulanewsreview.com to share your ideas. Do you have a home-buying or selling story to share? Email editor@ peninsulanewsreview. com To advertise in Homefinder, contact Jim Parker at: publisher@ peninsulanewsreview. com

Winter months have a better buyer-toseller ratio than warmer season Travis Paterson News staff

ife slows down in the winter months and it’s reflected on the real estate market. Common sense explains why people don’t put their house on the market once the weather turns to rain and grey. But don’t be deterred from selling or buying a house in winter, says Saanich-based realtor Diana Devlin with ReMax. The key is timing it right. “People think the best time is to put house on market in spring when flowers come out. But that’s not necessarily so. “I often suggest listing a house for Feb. 1, or even in late January, and we’ve seen more of that. The number of listings goes down a little bit, because a lot of people have other things to do, it’s Christmas.” Once people have time to breathe after Christmas, and have their own house straightened out, it’s time to jump in. The listing to buyer ratio is not as good in the spring as it is in January and February, when there is a better chance of selling. The reason being, there’s not as many listings from January to March, and while there are less people looking at that time, there’s still an overall better ratio for selling, Devlin said. Among the better sellers in the winter months are condos. “Generally, condos have a greater number of people coming from other parts of Canada, and (Greater Victoria) looks good in winter compared

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Winter is a surprisingly good time to list a house for sale in the Victoria region. Locals may consider it a dreary time, but buyers from out of province see green plants and trees. to other places. We might not realize it, but to them, it’s green here.” The Victoria Real Estate Board recently tabulated a 10-year picture of sales and listings by the month. Sales jump from the annual low of 3.57 per cent in December to 5.58 in January and a healthy 7.91 per cent in February.

March, April and May are the seasonal peak of 10, 10.33 and 10.93, respectively. Listings, meanwhile, closely follow the number of sales except in December and January. December is the only month in which the sales outweigh the number of listings (previous and new)

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significantly, with 5.2 per cent of sales and just 3.57 per cent of listings (this is made possible by the lack of new listings). January is the reverse, as sales remain steady at 5.58 per cent as listings shoot up nearly 4.5 per cent to 7.84 from 3.57. — Saanich News

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From WEST $639,900 SHORE Thursday - Sunday 12-3 The Terraces at Latoria Walk Pemberton Holmes From $639,900 Greg Long, 250-384-8124 Thursday - Sunday 12-3 24-172 PembertonBelmont Holmes Road, Saturday 1-3 $369,000 Greg Long, 250-384-8124 DFH Real Estate Ltd. Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003 24-172 Belmont Road, $369,000 Saturday 1-3 2655 Sooke DFH Real EstateRd., Ltd. from Saturday & Sunday 2-4 $199,900 Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003 RE/MAX Camosun John Percy, 250-508-1551 2655 Sooke Rd., from & Sunday 2-4 $199,900 762 Egret Saturday Close, $719,000 RE/MAX Camosun MLS 344358, Saturday & Sunday 2-4 John Real Percy,Estate 250-508-1551 DFH Ltd. Ron Bahrey, 250-744-8772

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MLS 343719, Saturday & Sunday 1-3 211-4529 West Saanich Road, Pemberton Holmes $339,900 Corie Meyer, 250-384-8124 MLS 343719, Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes SAANICH Corie Meyer, 250-384-8124

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VREB announces its board of directors for the new year Victoria — the Victoria real Estate Board (VrEB) has announced its new board of directors for 2015. President Guy crozier said he is looking forward to another productive year of service with the Board. “the real estate industry is really exciting right now,” he said. “technology is changing the way we market homes, view properties, make decisions and how transactions take place. “can you imagine 20 years ago the thought of touring a house through an online video or signing a document using your computer or mobile device? there is so much innovation in our industry and Victoria rEaLtorS® consistently lead the way. “one thing remains the same though — people want to buy and sell real estate more than ever, and they need qualified professionals to help with the process. the Victoria real Estate Board rEaLtorS® help connect those dots.” a fifth generation Victorian, crozier is a genuine fan of the area. “i love living in Victoria and i love to help people find their dream homes

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New VREB President Guy Crozier, above, and the Victoria Real Estate Board of Directors for 2015, from left: Mike Nugent, President-Elect Wendy Moreton, Tony Wick, Past-President Tim Ayres, Kyle Kerr, President Guy Crozier, Cheryl Woolley, SecretaryTreasurer Ara Balabanian and Marijane Smith. here. the Board supports local rEaLtorS® to adapt to evolving customer expectations, so this involvement allows me to take my excitement about connecting people and property to a bigger group. “i’m both humbled and proud to be President this year, and to have such an

amazing group of Directors to work with.” the 2015 Victoria real Estate Board of Directors is President-Elect Wendy Moreton, Secretary-treasurer ara Balabanian, PastPresident tim ayres, Kyle Kerr, Mike Nugent, Marijane Smith, tony Wick and cheryl Woolley. — VREB

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