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A record number of cruise ships will be coming to Victoria this season and they will be staying longer, says the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority. Two-hundred-and“We are ships introducing 500,000 thirty carrying more than 513,000 people to our assengers destination, and we pand crew need to engage the are expected between today community.” (April 22) and – Paul Nursey Nov. 9. That’s up Tourism Victoria from 2012 (the last record year) when there were 224 port calls, with 504,000 passengers. The first ship to visit is the Grand Princess when it docks at Ogden Point this morning. Sonterra Ross, chief operating officer of the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority, said ships will stay longer in port this year, with the average visit seven hours. The shortest call is five hours, the longest 14. “This represents a 17 per cent increase over daytime calls in 2014,” she said. “It means ship passengers

and crew will stay in the area longer helping local businesses.” Each Victoria cruise call is worth $500,000 to the region’s economy, Ross said. This is a combination of supplying the vessels money that travellers and the ship’s crew spend here. Over the course of the season it amounts to more than $32 million. It’s good news for the tourism industry, too, said Paul Nursey, president and CEO of Tourism Victoria. Research has shown that more than 70 per cent of first time visitors to Canada will return in two years. It puts a challenge to local tourism officials and operators. “People sometimes forget that we have tooth and nail competition. It’s really important that we invite visitors back,” Nursey said. Tourism Victoria will begin a program this year enticing cruise passengers back. “We are introducing 500,000 people to our destination, and we need to engage the community,” Nursey said. Over the past decade, cruise ship calls have more than doubled and passenger numbers have more than tripled. Due to the cruise ships making Victoria a port of call, the GVHA has been able to invest $23.8 million in capital projects to improve all its facilities, including $13.4 million in direct improvements at Ogden Point. klaird@blackpress.ca

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The Victoria cruise ship season officially gets under way today. This year 230 ships carrying more than 513,000 passengers and crew are expected to visit the Garden City.

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Victoria kids go wild in nature Andrea Peacock Victoria News

group of city kids got out of the classroom for a day to explore, discover and learn about nature. Victoria resident Conan Webb created the Wild to Child program to get kids excited about the outdoors. “I’m really passionate about nature, and I see a lot of kids growing up in the city not really having access to it,” said Webb. Around 40 Grade 1 and 2 students from George Jay and Tillicum elementary schools went to the Matson Lands Conservation Area in Esquimalt on Thursday. They participated in four activity stations, led by the Royal B.C. Museum, Habitat Acquisition Trust and the Nature Conservancy of Canada. Prior to the event, the kids visited the Royal B.C. Museum’s wildlife photography exhibit and had classroom visits from the Nature Conservancy. While at the Matson Lands, they learned to take photos themselves and explored different natural habitats through scavenger hunts and other activities. “It’s really to create leaders for a sustainable future by getting our young learners out to experience nature so that they can build that affinity with it, that link, that appreciation,” said Webb. “So as they grow up and become leaders in our community, they’ll have that link, and that will help to shape their decisions around what they do. I worry what sorts of decisions our future leaders will be making if they don’t have that link with nature.” Winona Waldron, Grade 1 teacher at George Jay, said it was fantastic to see the kids’ energy as they played and explored outside. “Kids spend so much time on screens now, and are so connected to that world. To get them out into nature where the play is not controlled or regimented, where they’re inventing play of their own in a natural environment, really shifts their ideas about the world,” she said.

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Chris O’Connor, family and schools program producer at the Royal B.C. Museum, working with students to take photos of nature at Matson Lands Conservation Area. “The amount of learning I saw happening was huge.” Jill Robinson, stewardship coordinator at Habitat Acquisition Trust, helped organize and run the scavenger hunt at the Matson Lands, which is owned by HAT. “For a lot of kids, if they don’t have that exposure, that experience with natural areas, they just don’t have an appreciation or a value for our natural ecosystems,” she

said. “That’s important to engrain in them, this value for nature. So in years to come, when they’re taking care of the land, that’s something that’s important to them.” The students’ photographs and artwork of their time at the Matson Lands will be presented at the Royal B.C. Museum’s Wonder Sunday family event on May 31. editor@vicnews.com

Environmentalists chase ‘dragons of inaction’ Psychological and structural barriers keep many people from fighting climate change despite good intentions, say experts

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When it comes to sustainable living and fighting climate change, people’s actions do not measure up to their intentions, say experts. “Most people I talk to are concerned about climate change, and they want action to be taken on climate change, but by and large a lot of them will acknowledge that they’re not doing as much as they could,” said Tim Pearson, direc-

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tor of communications at Sierra Club B.C. Robert Gifford, psychology and environmental studies professor at the University of Victoria, has been researching why people do not seem to do as much as they feel they should regarding climate change for the past 10 years. He has discovered 32 “dragons of inaction” in seven categories that keep people from standing up against climate change. “When somebody says ‘I intend

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However, Pearson said people need to realize the issue is not hopeless. “I don’t think people are necessarily aware enough of how much progress is being made. “I think one of the mistakes the environmental movement has made over the years is to take the sky is falling approach,” he said. “When all people see is the negatives and that feeling of hopelessness, that’s very destructive.” Another barrier stopping people from acting against climate change is conflicting goals and aspirations, said Gifford. “People will say ‘yes, I’m in favour of the environment, but I have to drive my kid to school because I’m afraid of her safety.’ or some kind of justification that has to do with conflicting goals.” Social norms and pressures may influence people’s actions when it comes to sustainable living as well, said Gifford.

“If I’m in a group of people who ridicule me or question me because I do something positive, then I’m pushed toward joining that crowd of doing nothing.” Another social aspect is perceived inequity in effort. “Perceived inequity means, why should I do something because Joe’s not doing it? Or why should Canada do something if China’s not doing it?” While many of the barriers are psychological, Gifford said there are also structural barriers that prevent some people from taking environmental action. “That’s where things have to change at the national level or at the policy level,” he said. “It’s hard to take the bus in a town that has no buses.” editor@vicnews.com

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Three Esquimalt firefighters risked their own lives in a heroic effort to pull a man from the Gorge Waterway last Thursday. On April 16 around 5:30 p.m., Esquimalt fire rescue services were notified by Victoria police that there was an 82-year-old man in distress at the Gorge Waterway near the Tillicum Road Bridge area. Upon arrival, acting assistant chief Troy Saladana spotted the individual in the water,

roughly 45 metres downstream from the bridge. “The chief observed the individual who had stopped struggling in the water and was face down in the water and made a very quick life-safety assessment,” said fire chief Chris Jancowski. “He entered the water and swam out to the individual.” With the help of two other firefighters, Saladana towed the man to shore and he was taken to hospital. Jancowski, who has been on the job for four months, couldn't say if Saladana has

done anything like this before, but added he is proud of how the crew performed. “I believe it would be characteristic of any firefighter especially with a senior experienced individual like himself who has been in the fire service for many years,” said Jancowski. “He definitely displayed heroic effort to stabilize and make the situation better.” “I'm very proud of the crews' actions, especially in the case of chief Saladana, to hopefully make someone's day better on one of their worst days.”

Ludvigsen wouldn’t comment on the grounds for appeal. One of the objections raised was that insured patients who don’t pay out of pocket might continue to refill a prescription after they no longer need it just to collect more points and the unneeded drugs may be abused or diverted to the illegal drug trade. Tobacco sales by pharmacies are also in the crosshairs of the college. Ludvigsen said there is no specific timeline to impose such a ban but the college’s 2014 strategic plan calls for the board to pursue one. “We’re the only province that currently allows cigarettes to be sold in premises that contain a pharmacy,” he said. “It completely goes against

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Oil spill response troubling The spill of bunker oil from a grain ship anchored in English Bay in Vancouver last week has attracted a huge, perhaps even disparate amount of media attention. It has also resulted in politicians from all three levels of government pointing fingers at each other. Neither of those factors highlights what should be the real focus of this incident — the ability of government agencies to deal effectively with oil spills, whether fuel from a cargo ship in harbour or at sea, or a cargo of crude oil or refined fuels which spills into the ocean. The response to a relatively minor spill of fuel oil has been closely watched – not just by people in Vancouver, who have legitimate concerns about the state of their beaches, but by people from all over the province. What they have seen has given most of them mixed feelings at best. While the Coast Guard moved in and placed booms around the ship the fuel leaked from, that process took six hours – and this for a ship anchored in the harbour where the oil spill response crews are based. The City of Vancouver was not notified for almost 13 hours after the spill was first reported. It was notified seven or eight hours after the oil spill booms began to be placed. Given the city’s responsibility for parks and beaches along the ocean that are used by thousands of people daily, this is inexcusable. Political figures from the federal government have yet to speak up and promise that responding to oil spills on the coast is a top priority in Ottawa. It appears they are not. This incident has raised concerns which have yet to be fully and properly addressed.

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Take the Pressure Down Opens a New Chapter on Hypertension Prevention Take the Pressure Down held its first clinic at the Downtown Library on Thursday, April 16th. Over 40 people had their blood pressure measured and received information about hypertension and heart health. This clinic is the latest in a series of clinics held in partnership with the Greater Victoria Public Libraries. Other clinic locations include Brentwood Bay Library, Juan de Fuca Library and Sidney Library. Take the Pressure Down is a joint initiative of the Heart and Stroke Foundation and Beacon Community Services. We provide free community-based blood pressure screening, monitoring and heart health education at clinics throughout the CRD. The program is made possible through the many volunteer hours given by our peer health educators. Heart disease and stroke are the number one causes of death in British Columbia. Approximately 22% of Canadian adults between the ages of 19 and 65 have high blood pressure and 42% of these people don’t know they have the disease. Screening, ongoing monitoring and knowing your risk factors are key to the prevention of hypertension. Clinics at the Downtown Library will also be held on Thursday, May 14th and Thursday, June 11th, both from 10 am to 1:00 pm in the atrium. Please go to www.takethepressuredown.ca for a schedule of our clinics at other locations or phone 250 217 8585 for further information.

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Bruce Williams UW fundraiser A familiar face will be the frontman for the United Way of Greater Victoria over the next year. Bruce Williams, a CTV personality, has accepted the role of fundraising campaign chair for the United Way. Williams got involved with the United Way more than 20 years ago in Ontario. After relocating to Vancouver Island in 2001, he began working closely with the United Way, investing his time, being a donor and sharing his expertise. “I invest my time and money with the United Way because I have seen how it has a positive impact on this community,” Williams said.

VREB, HeroWorks help out centre Citizen’s Counselling Centre in Victoria is getting a facelift thanks to the Victoria Real Estate Board. VREB has awarded a $20,000 grant to Hero Works to upgrade the counselling centre. The building hasn’t undergone renovations in 25 years. HeroWork helps charities by renewing and refreshing their physical infrastructure through events called “radical renovations.” The Citizens’ Counselling Centre provides volunteer counselling services.

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Untreated hearing loss tied to lower earning potential Maximizing one’s ability to hear well should be part of any smart career strategy. Individual performance in an organization is found to be directly related to listening ability or perceived listening effectiveness. In fact, listening is one of the top skills employers seek in entry-level employees and in those being promoted. People who both hear and listen well are also more likely to establish positive working relationships with bosses, clients, and colleagues. An alarming new study by the Better Hearing Institute (BHI) reveals a direct correlation between unaddressed hearing loss and earnings. The national survey, entitled “The efficacy of hearing aids in achieving compensation equity in the workplace,” clearly demonstrates that hearing loss has a significant impact on people’s ability to earn a livelihood. The study underscores how critically important it is for workers to treat hearing loss early in order to maximize their job performance and earning potential. According to Sergei Kochkin, PhD, author of the study: “The real tragedy in delaying hearing loss treatment is that when left unaddressed, hearing loss negatively affects individuals and their families for the rest of their lives in the form of lost wages, lost promotions, lost opportunities, lost retirement income, and unrealized dreams. But when people with even mild hearing loss use hearing aids, they improve their job performance, increase their earning potential, enhance their communication skills, improve their professional land interpersonal relationships, stave off depression, and improve their quality of life.”

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Bridges for Women helps woman overcome challenges Bridges for Women hosting conference in May Andrea Peacock Victoria News

After her marriage ended, Monica Saeni returned to Victoria from the U.S. in 2013 with two young children in search of a new life. She had been out of the workforce for seven years and was looking for a way to reintegrate into that world. “I needed the community support, and I needed a way to get back into the community,” said Saeni. “I was scared, I didn’t know what to do, where to start, and very, very confused.” That is when a friend recommended she contact Bridges for Women about the employment program. “My goal was really to just connect with other women who were going through similar situations as I was in, and also wanting to be able to get back on my feet and find resources on how I can find housing and get back to work.” Coming out of a bad relation-

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Current and former students of Esquimalt High School will join together to share stories about their high school days for an upcoming centennial project. Esquimalt High School is 100 years old this year, and Geoff Orme, Esquimalt High librarian, came up with a way to engage alumni and alumni-to-be. “The project is basically talking with alumni in honour of the centennial,” said Orme, also an Esquimalt High alumnus. Students will meet with past students to talk about what made their time at Esquimalt High memorable or special. The interviews will be recorded on video to be shown at the centennial reunion event on May 18 and 19 at the Archie Browning Centre. They will also be turned into written stories to go along with photos. “We thought … what a great opportunity to try and build the community of Esquimalt High School back through time,” said Orme. “Alumni can help students deepen their understanding of the community, realize the importance of life choices and learn about themselves by reflecting on the experiences of their elders.” English students at Esquimalt High will be conducting the interviews and putting together the stories. Orme said he hopes to get about two dozen alumni involved. In-person interviews are scheduled to occur on April 22 and 23, but others may be done via video chat. Alumni may also send in stories written themselves along with photos. “I really am intrigued by what causes people to be who they are,” said Alisa Ribeiro, student at Esquimalt High. “So I’m really looking forward to hearing people’s stories of what they’re doing today.” Another student expressed interest in knowing what impact Esquimalt High had on the lives of its alumni. “I’m really excited about the fact that I get to interview them and they’ve been to this school before,” said Sydney Chow. “So I can talk to them about how the school was back when they were here and how different the school was.” For more information, please contact Geoff Orme at 250-382-9226 ext. 240 or at gorme@sd61.bc.ca. To share a story from Esquimalt High School, email esquimalthighschoolalumni@gmail.com or go online to esquimalt.sd61.bc.ca/our-school/alumni. editor@vicnews.com

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Coalition created for aboriginal homelessness The Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness Coalition celebrated the creation of an Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness. First Nations’ chiefs and band representatives from across the Island gathered at the Esquimalt Big House last week to demonstrate collective support for the new coalition. In attendance at the event were representatives from the Coast Salish, Nuu-chahnulth, and Kwakwaka’wakw peoples. “I cannot emphasize enough the need for us as aboriginal people to form a coalition to tackle the issues of our homeless,” said James Wilson, chairman of the Kwakiutl District Council. “We need to reach out and re-connect with our family members that are separated from us for whatever the reason. We must create opportunities for our People to rekindle their spirit in their own traditional teachings, cultural values and beliefs.

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The Victoria Jewish community marked Yom HaShoah and Holocaust Memorial Day in two separate ceremonies. On Sunday, Jews gathered at the Jewish Cemetery to mark Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day). During the one-hour service, personal stories were read from multiple generations – a Holocaust survivor, community members representing the second generation and third generation, as well as the presence of a fourth generation, representing the future. “The tragedy of the Holocaust continues to reverberate through the generations and provides relevance for Jews and non-Jews alike in today’s world,” said Frances Aknai, spokesperson for Yom HaShoah Remembrance and Education Society. On Thursday – Holocaust Memorial Day – six candles were lit in a ceremony at the B.C. legislature to honour the six million Jewish men, women and children killed by German soldiers between 1933 and 1945. Multiculturalism Minister Teresa Wat and MLA for VancouverLangara Moira Stilwell were joined by representatives from The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre, Victoria Holocaust Remembrance and Education Society, and more than 35 Holocaust survivors to remember and honour the victims of the largest act of systematic genocide in history. “With the passage of time and fewer survivors in our midst, preserving the memories of those who overcame the horrors of the Holocaust has never been more important,” said Yael Levin, manager of Community Relations, The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, Pacific Region. “Today, throughout B.C. and around the world we bear witness to the strength and courage of those who survived and remember those who did not.” This year marks the 70th anniversary of the liberation of prisoners from the Auschwitz concentration camp where at least 1.1 million prisoners were killed. On Jan. 27, 1945, the Soviet army entered Auschwitz and liberated more than 7,000 prisoners.

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Early Childhood Educators not only teach children, they aim to help children develop good habits in learning and in life. Career Opportunities: Preschools ● Strong Start Facilitators ● Group Child Care Cruise Ships and Resorts ● Supported Child Development

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Stage 1 - Water Conservation Bylaw In effect May 1 to September 30

Lawn watering is permitted two days per week as follows:

Watering of trees, flowers, shrubs & vegetable gardens is permitted as follows:

Even numbered addresses may water Wednesday & Saturday from 4-10 am & 7-10 pm Odd numbered addresses may water Thursday & Sunday from 4-10 am & 7-10 pm

Established trees, flowers, shrubs and vegetable gardens may be watered any day and any time if watering is done by a hand-held container, a hose equipped with a shut-off nozzle, or a micro/drip irrigation system.

Newly installed lawns (sod or seed) may be watered outside the permitted days detailed above by special permit only.

Established trees, flowers, shrubs and vegetable gardens may be watered with a sprinkler any day from 4-10 am & 7-10 pm. For further information, please call 250.474.9684 or visit www.crd.bc.ca/water

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High School Rugby Faces TOP PHOTO: Esquimalt’s Carlton Cochrann, left, looks for someone to pass to as he is tackled by Glenlyon Norfolk’s Dan Cumberbirch during senior boys rugby action at the Esquimalt field. At back are Esquimalt’s Luke Burton-Krahn and Hyoga Onda. ABOVE: Glenlyon Norfolk’s Jamie Shillington, left, passes the ball as he is covered by Esquimalt’s John Walker and Ethan Phillips. GNS won the match 60-7.

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Royals captain Joe Hicketts checks Rockets Cole Linaker in front of the Victoria net.

Royals season ends with loss to Rockets The Victoria Royals allowed three unanswered goals in the second frame in a 7-3 defeat to the Kelowna Rockets last Friday in Western Hockey League playoffs. Victoria fell to the Rockets in the Western Conference Semi-Final best-of-seven series 4-1. The two teams entered the second period tied 2-2 before the Rockets notched three markers. Royals’ Jack Walker, Brandon Fushimi and Travis Brown marked Victoria’s tallies. Victoria’s netminder Justin Paulic stopped 21 of 26 shots before being replaced by Coleman Vollrath who made 11 saves on 13 shots. Season’s tickets for the 2015-16 season are already on sale from the Royals ticket office at the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015 - VICTORIA

Our, Place, St. John form partnership

Get to know your H2O!

Public Tours of Water Supply Facilities May 4 - 9, 2015

The Capital Regional District will be hosting their 26th annual public tours of the Greater Victoria Water Supply Area and water supply facilities including the Sooke Dam and the ultraviolet treatment plant. Learn how our high quality drinking water is delivered from the source to your tap. Three free bus tours will leave each day from the main parking area at Thetis Lake Regional Park from Monday, May 4 to Saturday, May 9. There are two tour options available and both require advanced reservations. Location: Main parking area at Thetis Lake Regional Park - End of Six Mile Rd Times: Full Day Tour: Half Day Tour:

NEWS

9:30 am (returns at approximately 3pm) 9:15 am (returns at approximately 12:15 pm) 1pm (returns at approximately 4pm)

Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling 250.474.9621 from Monday to Friday 8am to 3pm. The tours are not recommended for children under 12. Free parking is available. Visit www.crd.bc.ca/watertours for more information.

Diabetes Clinic

Victoria St. John Ambulance volunteers are rushing to the aid of Our Place clients. The local first aid brigade has begin weekly clinic services that treat medical conditions ranging from minor injuries to seriously infected wounds. Each week approximately 12 patients check into the clinic for assessment. “Duty shifts at Our Place provide volunteers with an opportunity to give back to the community and make a difference in people’s lives,” said St. John Ambulance Victoria board chair and retired fire chief Dave Hodgins. Our Place is an inner-city community centre

serving Greater Victoria’s most vulnerable: working poor, impoverished elderly, mentally and physically challenged, addicted and the homeless. “Having access to health services in our drop-in centre is vitally important to the people we serve,” said Don Evans, executive director of Our Place. “For a variety of reasons, including but not limited to social anxiety, vulnerable people can be reluctant to seek out medical help. Having the St. John Ambulance volunteers stationed in our new medical room can be a life-saver.” During each shift, a minimum of two St. John Ambulance volunteers work together to treat patients within the new medical room.

Victoria Volunteers Want to volunteer? Opportunities are available through these positions at Volunteer Victoria. Please telephone 250386-2269 or go online to volunteervictoria. bc.ca. ••• Greater Victoria Festival Society is looking for volunteers to assist with the upcoming 117th annual Island Farms Victoria Day Parade, on May 18, beginning at Mayfair

Mall. Shifts vary and are available between 7 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Haliburton Community Organic Farm Society’s wish list includes volunteers to assist with fundraising, cleaning the education centre, maintaining the library, staffing the farm stand, cutting grass and mulching. UVic English Language Centre is looking for conversation partners. Are you interested

in chatting with ESL students? Do you want to learn about another culture? The Mustard Seed is looking for an outgoing, friendly volunteer to greet incoming community members, ascertain the reason for their visit and guide them to the appropriate services at the Mustard Seed. Huntington Society of Canada is looking for a secretary to assist

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with administrative functions. The schedule is flexible, about five hours per month, and much of the work can be done from home. Learning Through Loss is looking for a volunteer with strong communication skills, social media experience, and an ability to connect with all stakeholders to help maintain their social media presence. The First Open Heart Society of B.C. is seeking heart surgery patients to visit with patients at the Royal Jubilee Hospital to offer support and encouragement. Training provided. Victoria Hospice is looking for photography and videography volunteers to help document their annual fun event, Hike for Hospice on May 3 from 9 a.m. to noon at Fisherman’s Wharf.

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EARLY BIRD until March 31, 2015 Active & Retired Military & Dependants:$20 DND/NPF Civilians & Dependants: $30 Public: $35 Kids Fun Run: $10

Please call to book an appointment:

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NOTICE OF MEETINGS

Free childcare is available. Please call 250-363-1009 to register.

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LEARNING THROUGH Loss is looking for a volunteer with strong communication skills, social media experience, and an ability to connect with all stakeholders to help maintain their social media presence. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250386-2269.

CALL FOR ENTRIES 13TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 16, 17 and 18 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

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INFORMATION Advertise in the 2015 Vancouver Island Visitor Magazine Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email: ďŹ sh@blackpress.ca APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Penny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism Certificate Program at Langara College in Vancouver. Application deadline April 30, 2015. Please send applications by email to: fbula@langara.bc.ca. More information available online at: www.bccommunitynews.com/ our-programs/scholarship. DID YOU KNOW? BBB Accredited Businesses must pass a comprehensive screening process. Look for the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca. You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES MARINE ENGINEERING Officers required for various civilian positions with the Department of National Defence in Victoria and Nanoose Bay, BC. Online applications only through the Public Service Commission of Canada website, Reference# DND14J008698-000051, Selection Process# 14-DND-EAESQ-386803, Canadian Forces Auxiliary Fleet. Applicants must meet all essential qualifications listed and complete the application online: http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/index -eng.htm Le ministĂ¨re de la DĂŠfense nationale recherche des agents de la mĂŠcanique navale pour combler divers postes civils Ă Victoria et Nanoose Bay en Colombie-Britannique. Nous acceptons uniquement les candidatures posĂŠes en ligne au site Internet de la Commission de la fonction publique du Canada, numĂŠro de rĂŠfĂŠrence DND14J-008698-000051, numĂŠro du processus de sĂŠlection 14-DND-EA-ESQ-386803, Flotte auxiliaire des forces armĂŠes canadiennes. Les postulants doivent remplir le formulaire de demande et possĂŠder toutes les qualifications essentielles ĂŠnumĂŠrĂŠes. http://jobsemplois.gc.ca/index-fra.htm

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:

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VOLUNTEERS GREATER VICTORIA Festival Society is looking for volunteers to assist with the upcoming 117th Annual Island Farms Victoria Day Parade, on May 18, beginning at the Mayfair Mall. Shifts vary and are available between 7 am and 1:30 pm. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

VICTORIA HOSPICE is looking for photography and videography volunteers to help document their annual fun event, Hike for Hospice on May 3 from 9-12 at Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wharf Park. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.

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PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Home Movies to DVD. Also, Portraiture, Baby, Family + Maternity. 250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com

HELP WANTED

GAZETTE NORTH ISLAND

REPORTER

Are you ready for a new adventure? Being beside the ocean and world class hiking? The North Island Gazette newspaper on northern Vancouver Island, is looking for a reporter to help us produce dynamic and creative content for our print, web and social media platforms. We are looking for a combination of education and experience in writing, reporting, photography and video skills. Experience with InDesign is also an asset. The journalist must be a self-starter comfortable reporting news, features and sports. We require a team player who can work in a cooperative environment and adheres to the highest journalistic standards. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package based on experience. You must also have a valid driver's licence and a dependable vehicle. The North Island Gazette is a member of Black Press, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest independent print media company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers across Canada and the United States. Send your resume and references to: Kathy O'Reilly-Taylor Publisher, North Island Gazette c/o Campbell River Mirror 104 - 250 Dogwood St. Campbell River, B.C. V9W 2X9 Or e-mail: publisher@northislandgazette.com

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

FREE ITEMS

GARAGE SALES

HOUSES FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

AUTO SERVICES

CARS

FREE- APPROX 300 20x20 exposed aggregate patio stones. You remove. (250)658-1053.

ST. LUKE’S Spring Fair & Tea. Sat. 10-2. 3821 Cedar Hill X Rd. Plants, antiques, jewellery, crafts, books, etc.

GRANT MANOR

VIEW ROYAL Victoria’s Hidden Gem!

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

We Buy Cars!

FREE ITEMS- 9’ & 7’ wood valance boards. 2 oak cabinet doors, 22’x22”. 6 light 36”x36” bathroom light fixture. Call (250)658-7084.

FRIENDLY FRANK 21 MEN’S long sleeved shirts, size 15.5, new condition. Call 250-383-5390. As New, 33 copies, bathroom readers, $15. 2 items Carnival glass, $20/e. 250-384-1142. BARBECUE. NATURAL Gas (not propane). With side burner, rotisserie. Good working order. $75. (250)881-8833.

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

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

FURNITURE MOVING sale. Must sell! Cordova Bay area. Call (778)967-3939.

GARAGE SALES SATURDAY APRIL 25, 9am-12:30pm. Join us for the annual Esquimalt GIGANTIC Garage Sale at Archie Browning Sports Centre! Clean out your garage, get rid of your ‘stuff’ and make a few dollars during this massive sale (with more than 80 booths)! Doors open to the public at 9am. Free entry. No early birds please. Call 250-412-8500 to book a booth. Prices are: $18 (1 table), $32 (2 tables), $45 (3 tables), $56 (4 tables). Fundraising concession hosted by the Esquimalt Lions Club will be selling hotdogs, soft drinks & popcorn. Funds raised will go towards a new splash park in Esquimalt.

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FURNITURE

Renovated 1 bdrm suites

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

STEEL BUILDINGS. “Spring sales with hot savings!” All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

CHROME ROTISSERIE oven for counter or patio, $45. Call (250)658-7084.

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WANTED: FIREARMS, all types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. Call 1.866.960.0045 or online: www.dollars4guns.com.

REAL ESTATE

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Community Calendar Thursday, April 23

Tuesday, April 28

Victoria Women’s Transition House Society presents Behind Closed Doors, a film and panel discussion.Cinecenta Theatre, University of Victoria, 2 p.m. Info: transitionhouse.net. Victoria Women’s Transition House Society presents the film Heaven on Earth to raise awareness of domestic violence. Cinecenta Theatre, University of Victoria, 7 p.m. Info: transitionhouse.net.

Art ’n’ Facts of Wine, a fundraiser for the Royal B.C. Museum and the Royal B.C. Museum Foundation. Crystal Garden, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are available at royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/events/artn-facts-of-wine/ or call 250-356-7226. Book launch. A Better Place on Earth by Andrew MacLeod. The Bard and Banker, 1022 Government St., 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 25 Esquimalt’s Gigantic Garage Sale. Archie Browning Sports Centre, 1151 Esquimalt Rd., 9 a.m. to noon. African AIDS Angels Mother’s Day angel sale. Uptown Walmart, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Info: aidsangelsvictoria.blogspot.ca. Earth Walk for Peace and the Planet. B.C. legislature to Centennial Square in downtown Victoria, 11 a.m.

Sunday, April 26 Volkssport – 5/10 km walk. Meet at John Dean parking lot, the end of Dean Park Road. Registration 9:30 a.m.; walk 10 a.m. Contact Christine at 250-478-7020. Bernstein, Brahms and a Feast of Concertos – Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra. University of Victoria Farquhar Auditorium, 2:30 p.m. Tickets: uvic.ca.

Monday, April 27 Dentistry From The Heart. Academy Dental, 1195 Fort Street, offering free dental services. Free extractions, fillings and cleanings offered. Info: 250-385-6552.

Saturday, May 2 Fairfield Artists Studio Tour. Fairfield, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: Fairfield Artists Studio Tour. Victoria Soul Gospel Choir performance – a fundraiser for the Fairfield Gonzales Community Association. First Metropolitan United Church, 932 Balmoral Rd., 7 p.m. Info: victoriasoulgospel.ca.

Sunday, May 3 Victoria Model Shipbuilding Society hosts its annual tribute to the Battle of the Atlantic at Harrison Pond on Dallas Road at 11 a.m. Info: 250 385-9552. Fairfield Artists Studio Tour. Fairfield, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: Fairfield Artists Studio Tour.

Tuesday, May 5 Hits From The Brits presented by the Crystal Singers. St. Aidan’s United Church, 3703 St. Aidan’s Rd., 7:30 p.m. For more information: crystalsingers.ca or 250-479-4886.

Friday, May 8 Arion Male Voice Choir Canadian Gems Concert. Centennial United Church, 612 David St., 7:30 p.m. Info: John at 250-472-8914.

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More than 100 independent business owners gathered to vote in new members to Think Local First’s board of directors during the annual general meeting at the Atrium last week. Paul Hadfield from Spinnakers Gastro Brew Pub and Mike Black from Capital Iron are the newest board members. While Gayle Robinson will From left, Brook Schaddelee, Dutch Bakery, Dave Campbell, Island continue as president. Savings, Mike Black, Capital Iron “The large vision is to have every single independent business in Victoria a member and to grow a very strong independent business community, which is the strongest foundation for every city because it keeps our culture and our character unique,” she said. During the meeting, Robinson also announced a new link between Portland and Victoria businesses and their rewards program cards. “There are 80,000 cards out in the Portland area and all those Portland users can use their cards at Victoria shops,” she said. “As we start up with our Think Local First rewards program, those cards can be used in Portland . . .We are the first Canadian launch.”

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From left, Jamie McCormick, Time Sensitive Couriers Ltd., Margaret Lucas, Hotel Rialto and Victoria city councillor and Johan Destrooper, Ballet Victoria

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