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Saanich-raised Rhys Duch, No. 10, of the Vancouver Stealth takes a shot against the Toronto Rock in National Lacrosse League action at the Langley Event Centre earlier this season. Duch is now the Stealth’s all-time points leader.

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Growing up in Saanich, Rhys Duch was the type of kid who was constantly playing something. At age 13, he decided to focus on a family favourite, lacrosse. The 28-yearold National Lacrosse League superstar recently became the Vancouver Stealth’s all-time goals and points leader, surpassing Gary Rosyski’s 530 points in his 132-game career with the franchise. He now has 586 points. “My parents got me involved in every sport,” he said. “You name it, I played it. They exposed me to everything and then

I chose what I liked best and lacrosse was it. I saw opportunity in (lacrosse) scholarship-wise.” The Spectrum Community school grad has returned to the school as an assistant coach with its lacrosse academy, and will rejoin the Victoria Shamrocks this summer as the storied franchise looks to host, and capture, the Mann Cup once again. By going into lacrosse, Duch followed the family bloodlines into the game as his dad Mike and uncles Mitch and Arch all played in the Western Lacrosse Association with the Shamrocks. Duch earned a scholarship to play field lacrosse at New York’s Stony Brook University, and continued his ascent in the sport. A prolific scorer at every level, Duch was

the third overall pick in the 2008 National Lacrosse League draft, getting selected by the San Jose Stealth — who relocated to Everett, Wash., before settling in Langley as the Vancouver Stealth in 2014. Despite scoring 252 goals in his NLL career he is loathe to discuss the franchise scoring record. “It just means my teammates and coaches have put a lot of faith in me over the years to be the guy that is relied upon to get points,” he said. “We don’t play for personal accolades; that is not what you set out to achieve in your career, a bunch of personal stuff.” PlEASE SEE: Lacrosse legend, Page A18

As Saanich council grapples with how to formally respond to a scathing report from B.C.’s privacy czar about the District’s improper use of employee monitoring software, at least two councillors believe no one should be fired for the District’s poor adherence to privacy laws. “There is no indication of incompetence in my view,” said Coun. Vic Derman, referring to the District’s use of Spector 360, monitoring software that records keystrokes and other user information in real-time. The invasive program was installed on computers used by Mayor Richard Atwell and several top-level bureaucrats at municipal hall on Dec. 2 and was disabled on Jan. 20. The extent of information collected contravened the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, according to a report released by B.C.’s privacy commissioner Elizabeth Denham on Monday. “We had a section of our staff dealing with Freedom of Information issues primarily. Then we had our IT department, who were very concerned with security. Perhaps we didn’t have appropriate communication between the two. That’s a structural fix we need to address,” Derman said. Denham’s report stated District staff showed a “deep lack of understanding” about privacy laws in approving the program, but Derman dismissed those remarks as “editorial comment.” “I don’t think there was incompetence at all, nor is it the role of the privacy commissioner to judge that. That’s out of place in her report,” Derman said. PlEASE SEE: Whistleblower felt he had obligation to notify Atwell, Page A3

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Derman did agree council had erred when it issued a Jan. 13 statement claiming employees had no reasonable expectation to privacy at the workplace. “We do have a provision where we let people use computers during breaks for private use,” Derman said. “I had forgotten about that provision. That then changed the nature of how you should collect data.” Coun. Vicki Sanders agreed with Derman that structural changes are needed but said the lack of adherence to privacy law was “simply a mistake.” “We do have our legislative department, who are very up to date on privacy. But I do think when it came to installing the security software, that department wasn’t included. There was nothing untoward. ... It’s just an unfortunate thing that happened and we’re the poster child for many municipalities that have the same problem,” Sanders said. Jon Woodland, who spent 16 years as an IT staffer at the District of Saanich and left in 2013, said the only reason to purchase a piece of software like Spector 360 is for targeted investigations. “You don’t buy a system like that to protect a network, you buy it to investigate someone or their activities,” said Woodland, who is now IT manager at the Township of Esquimalt. Woodland said he alerted Atwell in December after speaking to former colleagues who were worried the software “was being rushed in” despite a strong adherence in the past to the protection of privacy. “Any of the colleagues I’ve talked to have been as shocked as I was the municipality would install this type of software,” Woodland said. “I had an obligation to bring this forward to Mayor (Atwell).” Denham said her investiga-

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tion concluded Director of Corporate Services Laura Ciarniello gave the explicit authorization to the District’s IT department to install and enable the invasive tools of Spector 360 on Dec. 2. Former CAO Paul Murray was on vacation leave at the time and left the District with a $468,000 payout several weeks later. “The former CAO (Murray) was aware in broad-brush terms of the plan to implement employee monitoring software,” Denham told the News. “But the express authorization to implement employee monitoring software with the capacity of keystroke logging and screen shots came from the Director of Corporate Services.” IT staff disabled Spector 360 on Jan. 20, after Denham announced her intention to investigate its use. Saanich Police Chief Bob Downie, with the assistance of former B.C. Police Complaint Commissioner and Victoria lawyer Dirk Ryneveld, concluded in December there had been no criminal wrongdoing with the installation of Spector 360. But Denham criticized that investigation in her report for failing to consider violations of provincial privacy laws. Both Sanders and Derman said the are willing to support recommendations from Denham, which include destroying all personal information collected by Spector 360; an update to District privacy policies; implementing a comprehensive privacy management program, and completing an audit of the District’s compliance with the privacy act and the appointment of a privacy officer. “I’m hoping the public understands there were some weaknesses in how we set things up, but we’re improving them and we’ll get down to doing the business of the municipality,” Derman said. Council will discuss Denham’s report at a meeting on April 13 at municipal hall. editor@saanichnews.com

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Saanich Fire Fighter Craig Bradford teaches students at Campus View elementary for the Learn Not to Burn program.

Saanich firefighters school 1,000-plus kids in fire safety More than 1,000 grade one students at 25 Saanich elementary schools took part in the Learn Not To Burn fire safety programs delivered by the Fire Department this spring. “Learn Not To Burn teaches children how to be fire smart,” said Michael Burgess, Saanich Fire Chief. “By teaching fire safety skills, we can help a vulnerable age group be safe in a fire emergency.” This year’s Learn Not To Burn series took place in Saanich elementary schools from Feb. 17 to April 1, and kids learned six fire safety messages to help them in a fire emergency: • Smoke Alarms are Important • Get Outside, Stay Outside

• Report an Emergency • Stay Away from Hot Things • Crawl Low Through Smoke • Know When to Stop, Drop and Roll Participants were given a home escape plan to complete with their parents, and receive a certificate congratulating them on taking the program. Since 2007, the Saanich Fire Department has presented the annual Learn Not To Burn program to 550 classes and 15,500 students. To reduce preventable fires, injuries and property damage, the Saanich Fire Department provides a wide variety of programs for children, seniors, businesses and community groups. For more information about

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Did you know? n The Saanich Fire Department recommends maintaining alarms twice a year to ensure devices are working properly. n The majority of deaths from fire are in situations where alarms are either not present or not working because batteries were dead, disconnected or missing,” says Fire Chief Michael Burgess.

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Chants for educational rights rang strong on Tuesday morning as members of the University of Victoria Student Society protested the UVic Board of Governors proposal to raise on campus residence fees by 13 per cent by next September. The students protested by by assembling a “mobile dormitory” in the foyer of the University Centre collections office, near a room where the board of governors approved a 10-year renewal program for residence buildings. “Yes (resident services) needs the money to keep our residence maintenance standards up to par, but not on the backs of students,” said Greg Atkinson of the UVSS, who blamed the increases in part on a lack of funding from provincial government. The board approved an initial 13-per-cent increase to student housing fees next fall, and students will see six-per-cent increases in both 2016 and 2017. UVic’s housing fees will still be 14-per-cent cheaper in 2025 than the University of B.C., Simon Fraser University and the University of Guelph, said Kathryn MacLeod, director of residence services. “The 10-year plan of rental increases addresses the deferred maintenance issues in our buildings, and also leads towards constructing a new building, but that’s longer term,” she said. Three years ago, consultants assessed $70 million

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Spyware case isn’t over yet The revelations of Jon Woodland will likely prove an inconvenience for District of Saanich officials. Woodland, a 16-year veteran at the District and current Information Technology manager at the Township of Esquimalt, is providing some valuable insight into the happenings behind the scenes in relation to the Spector 360 fiasco. Woodland says he helped co-ordinate a meeting between Mayor Richard Atwell and a current IT staffer at the District in December to notify Atwell of the spyware’s installation. Woodland told the News he finds being in the public eye uncomfortable, but he’s more concerned about his friends being penalized if they come forward with relevant information in the public interest. Municipal councillors say there’s no conspiracy here, that the “mistake” of installing a piece of software that contravened privacy law needs only a structural fix. The IT and legislative departments simply failed to communicate with one another, they say. It sounds reassuring, but it doesn’t yet answer the odd rush to install the software. B.C. Privacy Commissioner Elizabeth Denham’s office was told by District staff that they were expedient with the installation because Atwell is tech-savvy and the new mayor may have otherwise quickly identified security deficiencies. But the failure to explicitly notify Atwell about the spyware seems to throw a wrench into that explanation. If staff were looking to impress Atwell, why wasn’t the Spector 360 program trumpeted as an advancement in digital security, at least internally? Key questions are not yet answered in this investigation. Wait to see if council makes any further demands for information on April 13 or if they consider the issue fully resolved.

For the record

In our April 1 story, “Spyware use violated privacy laws, watchdog says,” Coun. Judy Brownoff was quoted from Jan. 13 reassuring the public about the District of Saanich’s IT security measures. Brownoff clarified Wednesday she was not offering her support for any particular security program.

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Councillor clarifies feedlot status Re: Cattle lot is a unique property within ALR, Letters (March 25) I wish to provide clarification regarding the rezoning application at 1516 Mount Douglas X Road. The last motion of Council on December 10, 2012 was as follows: “That Council forward to the Agricultural Land Commission without comment, the last application to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve, 1526 Mount Douglas Cross Road”. The following day the applicant requested that the request for removal of the property from the ALR not proceed to the Agricultural Land Commission, ALC. The approved motion is still outstanding. Coun. Vicki Sanders District of Saanich

Being the President of the Mount Tolmie Community Association (MTCA), I have spent considerable time over the years on community outreach in the Shelbourne Valley. It is wonderful that there is now the opportunity through the Shelbourne Community Kitchen to bring seniors, students, youth, local businesses, spiritual groups and others from the Shelbourne Valley together in such a positive way. The MTCA may be a founding partner of the kitchen, but for me personally this is what community is all about. Thank you to all who support the MTCA and the Shelbourne Community Kitchen. Marlene Bergstrom President, Mount Tolmie Community Association

Feds are out of touch Nothing shows a government more out of touch with reality than the federal Conservative’s hawkish approach to security. Despite what the headlines show, all major stats show a world more peaceful and more safe than any other time in history. Yet despite this the government seems committed to sacrificing our collective human rights with bill C-51, all in the name of security. The Prime Minister has been on record stating “You won’t recognize Canada when I’m through with it.” Those words chilled many when he spoke them in 2006, but who knew then that his vision of Canada was an autocratic police state? Nathaniel Poole Victoria

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Hodgins explains. Donations to the MS Walk provide those Participants in this year’s Scotiabank MS Walk will enjoy a new route at a new location, living with MS access to education seminars, information and emotional support, member but their goals remain unchanged. After many years at Willows Beach, walkers and partner/caregiver support groups and the will this year gather at Marigold Elementary equipment provision program. They enjoy School before heading out along the Galloping drop-in gym and exercise programs, physiotherapy, advocacy, social and recreational Goose Trail toward Thetis Lake. “We are excited about the new location and events, a resource library and much more. In addition, donations also support MS how central it is for Greater Victoria. We hope this move makes the event more accessible to research being conducted right here in British people from Sidney, Saanichton, Brentwood Columbia, Hodgins adds, noting that progBay, View Royal, Colwood and Langford and ress toward ending a disease typically emerges encourages them to join us on May 3 with from thousands of small breakthroughs from their friends and family,” says Ashley Hodgins, hundreds of researchers. Tens of thousands Manager of Development, MS Society Van- of fundraisers each contribute to those small breakthroughs, which lead to bigger and betcouver Island Region. In addition, the new location offers more ter ones. One of the key aspects of the walk is its parking, a mix of concrete and grass surfaces to make participation easier for those in a sense of community. When MS strikes, there’s wheelchair and a beautiful tree-lined route often no warning and for people experiencing Pippa Black and with fewer road crossings and less vehicle traf- symptoms for the first time, the cause is someher Rise Above times misdiagnosed. For people living with fic. While much is new for this year’s walk, MS, symptoms can worsen and new sympBarriers team its goals, atmosphere and motivation remain toms can appear out of nowhere. The course unchanged. As always, the route is fully acces- of the disease affects everyone differently and sible to people using wheelchairs, scooters and can change without warning, which makes it walkers. Participants will also enjoy delicious difficult to live with. “So, to combat a disease that is so unprefood from Country Grocer and Island Farms, not to mention on-site musical entertainment dictable, we organize, prepare for and plan an event – the Scotiabank MS Walk – to come that will set the tone for the day. “With everybody coming out the whole together on a particular day at a particular time thing is quite lovely. With so many people to celebrate what we can accomplish together,” it’s a nice place to be and a happy event,” says Hodgins says. “And when we see you and your Pippa Blake, entering her 13th MS Walk as family and friends, we want to announce to everyone that we’ve met our fundraising goal, Rise Above Barriers team captain. Crediting “wonderful friends and fam- because we will only find a cure for MS if everyily who have been in it from the start,” her one helps.” team has raised more than $30,000 over the years, estimates Blake, who champions both the MS Society staff and the Asking for and receiving a donation is both powerful and inspiraservices they provide. “It tional, and almost all of the MS Walk fundraisers get their donations really is the most unique in more than one way, Hodgins says, pointing out that challenging place because we just have yourself is a great way to build confidence and build on your initial everything under one roof.” fundraising success. The MS Society of “So, don’t just post on Facebook, put up a fundraising poster at Canada strives each year work and start a fundraising conversation with colleagues. Host a to support both aspects of bottle drive, clean out your garage for a garage sale or put items up its mission: providing serfor sale on UsedVictoria.com under the #UsedHelps option. Email all of your contacts, pledge yourself and ask people to match your vices to enhance quality of commitment to ending MS,” Hodgins says. life for those living with MS “Thank you to everyone in the Greater Victoria area for your and conducting research into pants ongoing support. Together we will end MS.” the cause and cure of MS, MS Walk partici

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Kelowna resident Rick Kelly thinks Tesla has missed the boat with its Model S design, so he’s created his own sporty coupe version of the electric car. Well, actually, the car-loving artist has created a digital version of what he calls a Model S 2+2-coupe concept. Kelly explained: “The only ‘sporty’ electric vehicle on the market right now is the BMW i8 – I’ve seen one here in Kelowna and it is spectacular, albeit out of most people’s price range ($145,000). Tesla has the performance in its electric Model S to be entertaining as a driver’s car. The Model S is one of the nicestlooking cars on the road, but it has FOUR doors – that precludes it from being ‘sporty’ in my book.” You can check out Kelly’s other creations at his website: http://automotiveart.shawwebspace.ca, his blog at http://digital-automotive-art.blogspot.ca and he even has a fun iBook called Digital Automotive Art on iTunes. Check it out. What do you think about Kelly’s digital re-creation of the $114,700 Tesla?

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“Team victories mean more but it is nice to be recognized for your accomplishments,” Duch said. What stands out about Duch is his remarkable consistency while playing at a high level. In his first six seasons in the NLL — all with the Stealth — he has scored no less than 33 goals and 79 points. Through the first 11 games of this season, he has 28 goals and 66 points, which puts him on pace for a careerhigh 108 points. Entering the season, he had 224 goals and 520 points in 95 games with only Calgary’s Dane Dobbie (232 goals) having scored more over the past six seasons. NLL great Dan Dawson (551 points), who will join Duch on the Shamrocks this

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PRODUCTION WORKERS Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Largest Independently owned newspaper group is currently looking for Part Time Production Workers for its Victoria location. This is an entry level general labour position that involves physical handling of newspapers and advertising supplements. REQUIREMENTS: â&#x20AC;˘ Prior bindery and/or machine operator experience would be an asset â&#x20AC;˘ Motivated self-starter willing to work in a fast paced environment performing repetitive tasks â&#x20AC;˘ Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for long periods of time â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse, team based environment â&#x20AC;˘ Must be reliable, dependable, have excellent communication skills and good attention to detail â&#x20AC;˘ Must have own transportation â&#x153;ąAfternoon and evening shifts 16-20 hours per week. $11.25 an hour Interested parties may drop off their resumes between 9am and 5pm at:

GOLDSTREAM PRESS #220-770 Enterprise Avenue, Victoria, BC V8X 6R4 TELEGRAPH COVE RESORT is now accepting resumes for the following positions: â&#x20AC;˘ General Maintenance â&#x20AC;˘ Waitress, Bartender â&#x20AC;˘ Cook, Dishwasher â&#x20AC;˘ Barista,Housekeeping â&#x20AC;˘ Front Desk Clerk â&#x20AC;˘ General Store Clerk Please forward your resume by email to: tcrltd@island.net â&#x153;ąOnly short listed candidates will be contacted.

TRADES, TECHNICAL Commercial Transport/ Heavy-Duty Mechanic International & or Cummins engine exp. would be an asset. CVIP endorsement pref. Check us out at: www.wilsonandproctor.com Email or fax, 250-385-1741 mike@wilsonandproctor.com

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TragerÂŽ Bodywork Gentle, effective & deeply relaxing. Move more freely with less pain and tension. Spring Special $60. Hot Stone Massage Penetrating heat from smooth basalt rocks softens tight muscles, melts tension Spring Special $80. Rae Bilash CertiďŹ ed Practitioner Women only, men by referral 250-380-8733 www.raebilash.ca

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SAANICHTON- Small bachelor cottage. Hydro & water incldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. N/P, references. Avail now. $900./mo. (250)652-3345

3 BUDGIES, one white, one blue & one green/yellow, with new cage. $99. (250)388-6950

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

LONG BLACK velvet ladies evening coat, new, sz large, $90. Call (778)440-3334. STURDY AQUARIUM stand. 2â&#x20AC;&#x2122;(H)x37â&#x20AC;?(W)x26â&#x20AC;?(D). 2 door, 2 adjustable shelves storage underneath. $50 (250)384-1142.

Open house Sat Apr 4th, 2- 4 pm; 203-2779 Stautw Rd. 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 1991 double wide for $139,900. Pad Rent $375. Call Shelly Reed, Sutton Group 250-213-7444.

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SUNSCREEN ROLLER blind, black, 7â&#x20AC;&#x2122;9â&#x20AC;?W. $85. Call (250)598-0750.

SAANICHTON: 1-BDRM furnished suite $1000 inclds utils, wi-fi, laundry. 250-665-7063.

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING MT. DOUGLAS: 55+ only Bachelor suite, $485/mo, lower income seniors. NS/NP. Cable, heat, hot water included. Avail soon. 250-721-1818.

WANTED TO RENT

THREE 8â&#x20AC;? Ceramic Flower pots, new, made in Germany. Pearl bone $25. 250-383-5390

WESTSHORE AREA: Single hard working mom with 14 yr old and 1 well trained cat, looking to rent a 1 or 2 bdrm, (approx $1000/mo). Exc. refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Please call 250-208-0386 and leave message.

FUEL/FIREWOOD ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fir, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.

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AUTO SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

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Here and There for Seniors Do you need help with errands, apptâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s? Providing 14 yrs of quality care in Victoria, BC. Call Louisa (250)885-7799. www.hereandtherefor seniors.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE UNDER $300 3 PIECE solid mahogany display cabinet, like new, $300 obo. Call (250)592-6485.

PERSONAL SERVICES

FOOD PRODUCTS

MIND BODY & SPIRIT

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

KRIPALU MASSAGE, Reiki, Acupressure, Chair Massage. I have relaxed clients that have been with me for 5-12 years. See testimonials on website. Women only. Call 250-514-6223 or visit online at: www.andreakober.com

2 BEDSIDE lamps, artistic base $20. ea. Battery booster, $25. Air impact wrench $40. 778-433-2899.

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS$2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enterprise Cres, Victoria. Goldstream Press Division.

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

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER PANORAMIC Ocean views, 2 bdrm & 4 bdrm income property in Nanaimo. 250-753-0160.

HOUSES FOR SALE

SELLING? I charge far less commission. For example only $6,900 on a $600,000 Sale. A Full commission realtor would cost you $21,000 at 6 and 3. â&#x153;ąWhen you buy with me, I give you $1000 to $9000 cash! www.JimParsons.com Call me now at 250-508-0739. JIM PARSONS Onepercent Realty VI

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 1 & 2 Bdrm suites & cabins. Perched on a cliffside with panoramic ocean vista, overlooking The Saanich Inlet. Serene & secure. All amenities on-site, firewood. $500-$1200 inclds utils. Monthly/Weekly. Pets ok with refs. 25 min commute to downtown Victoria. Must have references! Call 250-478-9231. SPACIOUS UPDATED 1 bdrm condo, 3rd flr Shoal Centre, Sidney. Senior independent retirement living. New paint, 5 appls, wheel chair accessible, chapel, public restaurant & pharmacy below, multirecreation area, sewing room, pool table, workshop, ceramics, movie nights, storage locker, undgrdprkng, short walk to downtown Sidney, public bus stop at front door, close to shopping and groceries, access to library & park across the street. Avail May 1. $1300/mo. (250)360-6198. UPTOWN- STUDIO apt inclds, laundry, heat, hydro, cable. $695 inclusive. (250)748-1310

VIEW ROYAL Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hidden Gem!

Christie Point Apts 2818-3037 Craigowan Road Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d suites: 2 & 3 Bdrm & 3 Bdrm T/H Pool & canoe rack T/H have in-suite W/D On a 15 acre peninsula 15 min to downtown

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On-site mgmnt. Open Daily! (778) 747-3970 www.realstar.ca

FREE REMOVAL of all vehicles, cash paid for some. Any condition. Call (250)889-5383

CARS

1993 BMW: 3.4 L engine, automatic, Kashmir (beige/gold), 4-disc brakes. Brakes, tire tread still in good shape, recent O2 sensor and throttle switch replaced, rear wheel drive, power windows/locks/ sunroof, 2-12â&#x20AC;? subs and Kenmore amp. 200,000 km, all receipts for work done. Very fun car to drive. $4000 obo. Call 250-812-6008 or email liamgammon0@gmail.com 2004 MATRIX Toyota, 71,000 km. Asking $6,200 obo. Good cond. Call (250)477-0062.

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LANDSCAPE & TREE Care Lawns, garden, tree pruning/shaping, hedge trimming, design, monthly maintenance. Insured, reliable. References. Call Andrew, 250-893-3465.

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JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk. Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK.

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

DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.

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BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748. JEREMIAH’S CARPENTRYSmall repairs, interior finishing, weather proofing, decks, fencing. Reasonable rates. Insured. Call 250-857-1269 or www.jeremiahscarpentry.com

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ALL TYPES of fencing, repairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.

Spring lawn renovations. Complete garden & arborist Services. (250) 818 0587.

GARDENING

MIKE’S LAWN and Garden. Clean-ups, weeding, power washing & more. Senior disc. Free est. 250-216-7502.

20% OFF! Pruning, cleanup, soil/mulch del (max 2 cu yd), hauling, aerate (250)479-6495 (250)208-8535 WOODCHUCK Comm/Res lawn cutting. Weed/ moss & Blackberry/ ivy removal. Aerate/ De-thatch.

OVER 20 years experience, lawns, edging, clearing, pruning, design. Reasonable rates. Call Andrew 250-656-0052 or 250-857-1269.

EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPERReliable. Refs. 250-920-6516, 250-881-7444.

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

ELECTRICAL (250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN Lic.#3003. 25yrs exp. Any size job. Renos, new homes, knob & tube replacement. Sr. Disc. 250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779. KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Company. Res/Com. Lic #86952. Call 250-415-7991.

GRAND XTERIOR Cleaning & Repairs- Gutters, roofs windows, PW. 250-380-7778. GUTTER CLEANING, demossing, grass cutting. Mike 250-474-3701, 250-813-1618.

HANDYPERSONS

McGREGOR HOME REPAIR Decks, doors, stairs, walls, etc. Sm jobs ok. 250-655-4518

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“Spring Clean-Up Specials” Gutter & Window Cleaning Concrete Power Washing Vinyl Siding Cleaning Roof Sweep & De-Mossing Carpentry * Yard Cleanup Handyman Repairs Free Estimates WCB Insured *Seniors Discounts* (778)433-9275 www.abbaexteriors.ca

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

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

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

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

Auricle- 250-882-3129 Spring clean up lawn aeration & fertilize-soil-hedges, irrigation DPM SERVICES- lawn & garden, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141. FULL YARD SERVICES Lawns, Gardens, Power wash, much more. Monthly rates, Free est. Call (778)351-4328. GARDEN OVERGROWN? Cleanups, lawn cuts, pruning, blackberry clearing. Call John 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236.

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS 250-507-6543. AL’S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, power washing, de-moss, Insured. (250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free estimate GRAND XTERIOR Cleaning & Repairs- Gutters, roofs windows, PW. 250-380-7778.

CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164. GARY’S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413. HAUL A WAY- Junk & garbage removal. Free quotes. Senior disc. (778)350-5050. JUNK BOX- Junk Removal Company. Local guys. Low rates. Call (250)658-3944.

PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Wes 250-812-7774. PETE’S HAUL A DAY- Junk removal. Airforce guy. Call 250-888-1221. SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578. WE HAUL CHEAP! Moving & Hauling. (250)881-1910. www.wehaulcheap.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS COMPLETE HOME Repairs. Suites, Renos, Carpentry, Drywall, Painting. Licensed and insured. Darren 250-217-8131.

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

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

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ALLSTAR MOVING Delivery Service. From $59. Free local travel. Call (250)818-2699. Done Right Moving $85/hr. Senior Disc. No travel time before/after local moves. BBB. Call Tyler 250-418-1747.

PATCHES, ADDITIONS, restucco, renos, chimney, waterproofing. Bob, 250-516-5178. STUCCO MAN- All types of Stucco/Painting. Repairs, additions, renovations. Free estimates. Dan, 250-391-9851.

TREE SERVICES BUDDY’S TREE SERVICESTrimming, pruning, chipping, removals, hedges. Insured. Call Keith, (250)474-3697.

UPHOLSTERER work. Your fabric 250-480-7937.

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PRESSURE WASHINGpainting, yard work, small haul. Reasonable rates. Call Don (250)812-2210 or Bill 250-217-1485.

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

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SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCES IN BUYING AND SELLING YOUR HOME The Saanich News is looking to help tell your stories about buying and selling your home. Homefinder is available to househunters and real estate agents with unique stories. 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 editor Daniel Palmer at 250480-3239 or email editor@ saanichnews. com to share your ideas.

Do you have a house-hunting story you’d like to share with us? Email: editor@ saanichnews.com To advertise in HomeFinder, call Oliver Sommer at Email: osommer@ blackpress.ca

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GREATER VICTORIA MARKET UPDATE » » » »

661/575 1,351/1,286 3,769/4,050

MARCH 2015 SALES, MARCH 2014 NEW LISTINGS/ TOTAL, MARCH 2015 ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS/ TOTAL, MARCH 2015

VISIT ONLINE | Young Life’s 25th annual Home Tour at younglife.ca/victoriahometour

Home tour celebrates 25 years Visitors will be inspired by upgrades and modern construction Don Descoteau Black Press

Getting a sense of what’s hot and what ideas might work in your own home have long been drawing cards for the Young Life Home Design and Renovation Tour. Celebrating its 25th year of showcasing the work of some of the South Island’s best practitioners in restoration, renovation and new home construction, the tour has provided many visitors with ideas and connected them with professionals in the industry. This year’s tour, set for April 10 and 11, offers some serious makeovers, from a 400-square-foot micro-loft suite in Fairfield to a 1973 Saanich home that has been transformed into an ultramodern living space. While four of the 10 homes on tour are essentially brand new contemporary designs, a common theme in the remaking of the other homes has been renovating the kitchen and moving out from there, says Young Life tour spokesperson Bill Okell. “It boggles my mind the whole emphasis put on the kitchen reno; that’s what

Photo courtesy Young LIfe Victoria

The lot for this Prospect Lake-area home presented the architect with various challenges, not least of which was its constricting size and shape. It’s part of this year’s Young Life Home Design and Renovation Tour. stands out really,” he says. “I think almost all the (preexisting) homes are complete renovations, but it’s amazing what gets initiated in the kitchen.” While updating each of those homes’ dining and food preparation areas was central to the renovations, the structures themselves are a mix of styles, from a typical 1960s family home in Gordon Head to a spacious, restored Central Saanich farmhouse that will leave

one daydreaming of the Deep South. As always, the tour organizers encourage homeowners, designers and suppliers to stick around during the tour to speak with visitors about their work, ideas and sources of inspiration. The tour provides an opportunity to witness firsthand the workmanship offered by some of Victoria’s most reputable designers and builders, including Jason Good Kitchens, Max

Huxley and Emma Dane Design, to name just a few. The 1,000-plus expected visitors should have a great time viewing some stunning homes. While the tour always attracts Greater Victoria architecture and design fans, the two-day event is the primary fundraiser for Young Life, a Christian organization that provides teens with a summer camp opportunity at RockRidge Canyon near Princeton, B.C., and

runs various other local programs for youth at schools and in the community. Passport style booklets for the self-guided tour sell for $25 and are available at hardware stores around the region, as well as the Young Life office; call 778-977-3551 to arrange pickup. For passport sales locations and more information on the tour visit younglife. ca/victoriahometour. editor@goldstreamgazette.com

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VICTORIA

#1003-250 Douglas St., $329,900 MLS 346202, Sat. 2-4 RE/MAX Camosun, Paul Askew, 250-744-3301

200 Douglas St., From $445,900 Saturday - Monday 1-4 Macdonald Realty Helene Roy, 250-883-2715

524 Cecelia Road, $574,900

MLS 347685, Saturday 2:304:30 RE/MAX Camosun April Prinz, 250-744-3301

101-1235 Johnson St., $249,900 MLS 345736, Sat. 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty, Sladja Stojkovic, 250-477-5353

101-640 Michigan St. Daily 12:00-5:00 Chard Developments 250-383-2999

OAK BAY

3342 Henderson Road, $724,000 Saturday & Sunday 1-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Anna Bjelde, 250-592-6600

ESQUIMALT

1060 Tillicum Road

Saturday & Sunday 12-3 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty, John Monkhouse, 250-216-6343

44-850 Parklands Drive, $379,900

MLS 345645, Saturday 1-3 Pemberton Holmes Ltd. Nancy Young, 250-384-8124

SAANICH EAST 3918 & 3926 Orchard Lane

306-971 McKenzie Avenue, $219,900

TH 1 2591 Penrhyn Street, $769,900

Picture Perfect

Beaming Beach SOLBeauty

Take advantage of a rare Opportunity to acquire this incomparable .61 Acre Oceanfront property, featuring 180 feet of low bank shoreline with its unique land point, and panoramic views of the Olympic Mtns, Gulf Islands, Mount Baker, and Sidney by the Sea, BC! Revel in spectacular sunrises from the expanse of windows in the living area and prow-like new deck. Limited showing times. $1,739,000

A Honey of a Deal

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

Once Upon a Time This Custom Arts & Crafts home built with the same care as its artisan furniture, is set in the middle of flower, fruit and veg gardens. Bright south-facing Sooke Ocean/Mountain views, Lily ponds, fountains and a patio with a custom outdoor kitchen Brigadoon, thereA my Heart Forever Lies. BBQ enhance the garden. massive Count Rumford fireplace One of the loveliest beach fronts on the Gorge waterway! This 4-level addsoceanfront grandeur home to thefeatures sitting room with floorfloors, to ceiling windows. home oak hardwood an open concept Great room, kitchen, and 2 bedgranite extra accommodation. A glassed-in cabinets. Conservatory Gourmet countertops, pantry,custom covers relaxing hot tub. Walk 1/3 Acre of English tubs, country ThreeaLuxurious bedrooms withacross fireplaces, hydra-massage gardens, down to the water’s edge; launch your canoe from your 130 ft and handcrafted showers. Strong income potential, and perfect of waterfront. This private Paradise is a mere 15 mins. to Victoria for city centre. $750,000 extended families. $899,000

Tuesday - Sunday 1-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Scott Munro 250-477-5353

725 Skyview Place, $919,000

Sunday 2-4 Sotheby’s International Realty Glynis MacLeod 250-380-3933

MLS 347625 Saturday 2-4 Macdonald Realty Ltd. Chace Whitson 250-388-5882

WEST SHORE

103 & 105-990 Rattanwood Place From $319,000

7182 West Saanich Rd., From $333,000

MLS 348779 Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Jason Leslie 250-478-9600

Sunday 2-4 Sutton Group West Coast Realty Komal Dodd 250-479-3333

Saturday 1-4 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Murray Lawson 250-477-5353

3912 Carey Road, From $229,000 Saturday - Monday 1-5 Macdonald Realty Sheila Aujla & Sophak Sim, 250-744-4441

8643 Aldous Terrace, $649,000

625 Windman Court, $429,900

MLS 347871 Sun. 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun Jason Leslie, 250-478-9600

Good Morning Starshine

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

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HIGHLANDS

2324 Malaview Avenue, $615,000

4065 Grange Road, $449,000

MLS 348776, Saturday 1-3 RE/MAX Camosun David Silletta, 250-744-3301

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

2013 Gold MLSArt Winners The Fine of

740 Travino Lane

MLS 347097 & 346508 Saturday & Sunday 1-3 RE/MAX Alliance Karen Love, 250-818-8522

MLS 348177 Saturday & Sunday 3:30-4:30 RE/MAX Alliance Karen Love, 250-818-8522

SAANICH PENINSULA

SAANICH WEST

Investors, rejoice in a Tuscany Village “suite” lifestyle featuring rich Brazilian cherry style hardwood coupled with an Executive Gourmet granite kitchen, Crown moulding and a sunny exposure to add light to your life. The rooftop garden transported right from Tuscan Dreams offers garden plots, and BBQs for outdoor entertaining. Receive top rent for Vacation Rentals, or have your adult child reside in this 1 bedrm, earning top grades from UVIC in gratitude! $299,000

Birds of a Feather

MLS 348631 Saturday 2-4, Century 21 Queenswood Realty Chuck Meagher 250-477-1100

State of the Art

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

O Air, Fire andSWater

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Vikes name athletes of the year Rachael Francois, Chris McLaughlin, and Thomas Riva are the UVic Vikes Athletes of the Year for 2014-15, as nominated at the Vikes annual Celebration of Champions on Wednesday night in the Victoria Conference Center. Top honours of the night went to fifth-year cocaptain of women’s soccer Carlita Branion-Calles, winner of this year’s President’s Cup. Francois, the four time CIS 600-metre gold medalist, is the Female Athlete

Spectrum Thunder tackler Amy Johnston, left, tracks down ball carrier Rosie Southcott of Vic High during a recent sevens rugby game at Vic High. Don Denton Black Press

Rachael Francois of the Year for the second-straight season, while fifth year basketball star McLaughlin and fifth-year runner Thomas Riva share the Male Athlete of the Year honour.

Also recognized Wednesday were UVic Sports Hall of Fame inductees Christin Petelski, Phil Ohl and Milena Gaiga. Petelski swam for the Vikes from 1995 to 2000, and won 10 CIAU (CIS) gold medals. Ohl played for the Vikings men’s basketball team and won four national championships from 1981-85. Gaiga helped the women’s field hockey to three national championships and played for Canada at the 1992 Olympics. reporter@saanichnews.com

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High school rugby kicks into high gear with four senior boys’ games on April 7, and Scrum Fest, hosted by Claremont secondary April 9 to 11. Tuesday’s games begin at 3:45 p.m. with Saanich’s Spectrum playing at St. Michaels University School, Stelly’s coming into town to battle Reynolds, Esquimalt hosting Belmont and Edward Milne visiting Glenlyon Norfolk School. In Cordova Bay Claremont’s seventh annual Scrum Fest hits the pitch April 9 to 11, with up to 30 teams expected in three categories: Junior Boys (U16), Senior Boys (U18), and mixed-grade Girls’ 7s. ... A handful of high school senior badminton games

are on the calendar this coming week, with six sets of games on Tuesday, April 7. For Saanich schools, Reynolds hosts GNS, Pacific Christian School hosts Stelly’s and Spectrum visits St. Andrew’s. In an all-Saanich match-up, SMUS heads across town to Claremont, while Mt. Doug hosts Oak Bay. Court action continues Thursday, April 9 when Spectrum visits PCS, St. Andrew’s travels down the road to take on Reynolds, Mt. Douglas visits SMUS, and Claremont hosts Oak Bay. All games will start at 3:45 p.m. ... The Victoria Eagles Baseball Club’s regular season opens shortly with the premier Eagles launching their season at Lambrick Park April 11 against the Nanaimo Pirates. April 12 brings the Parksville Royals to town. Saturday’s games will start at 11:30 a.m., with Sunday’s going at noon. This Friday, April 3, catch the Eagles bantam AAA

Black team in pre-season exhibition play versus the Victoria Mariners junior premier squad at Layritz Park Games start at noon and 3 p.m. ... Saanich football fans take note: the Westshore Rebels Football Club is starting to look for billets for the 2015 Rebels squad. Billets will receive of $600 monthly, as well as season tickets to watch the Rebels play. For more information email billets@westshorerebels.ca ... Saanich hockey players looking to make the move to junior can check out the Victoria Cougars Junior B hockey team’s spring camp coming up in late April. See victoriacougars.com for details. On the Saanich Braves side, their open prospect camp is scheduled for June 5 to 7 for players born from 1996 to 2000. Visit saanichbraves.ca for details. Devon Gall is an avid sports fan and athlete attending Grade 12 at Mount Douglas secondary school.

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