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Help promote Sooke and area I had 4,727 readers for the 13 reviews I personally (important point) wrote on Sooke businesses, activities, scenic places, etc… in Sooke and our Sooke region. I still think the challenge needs to be formalized to help everyone understand how easily we can make Sooke and the Sooke region more in the mind of people so they think Sooke more often than any other place like Tofino, etc. We will get more visitors, more dollars will flow through our region and into the local businesses, etc… easy and at no cost! It is not only through Trip Advisor but with Yelp and Google + that we can market our region for free. Also use through Facebook (every time you notice something about Sooke) comments, likes, share, etc. that highlight every time what is about Sooke and the region. Frederique Philip Sooke
Paper is getting out of touch Really, that “Big Bad Oil” cartoon in the April 8 edition of the Sooke News Mirror was seriously out of touch with the community. The “protestors” shown in the cartoon are nothing like the people active on the “no more tankers” issue. Satire needs a little spice of truth— that cartoon seems closer to slander. There is a little truth in the cartoon. That placard showing environmental issues from the past? Acid rain, the ozone hole and green house gas emissions: each of these issues was identified by science, brought to governments’ attention by citizens and has resulted in legislated changes to production and use of materials to lessen the environmental effects of pollution. Perhaps this nod to informed citizen protests was unintended. The editorial themes in “Our View” recently also seem a little out of touch. After lecturing Sooke’s volunteer community on how to
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behave one week, the next week they are asked to use less of their energy to protect the environment and more to lobby for sidewalks. The mayor, council and staff are competent to sort out planning and funding sidewalks. When I connect the dots, I see that getting a competent mayor and council is huge and I thank the idealists and altruistic people who voted in District of Sooke. Heather Phillips Otter Point
Illegal dumping concerns EMCS students We are 25 Edward Milne community schools Environmental Studies students who would like to see an end to the illegal dumping of wastes in and around our beloved Sooke. Our exploration of Sooke’s supernatural backyard has revealed some horrific dumping grounds. We’ve seen everything from appliances and mattresses to run of the mill household garbage. All of these sites have been near rivers and creeks and we worry about toxins leaching into local water systems, harming salmon spawning grounds and transporting plastics into the ocean. We are also concerned for
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What happened to the Sooke News Mirror reporter and /or it’s editorial staff in not noticing the error? This sort of article – while important-shoots itself in the foot by reporting such silliness. Fred Whittaker Sooke
Go hiking in the hills.
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will go from 300,000 barrels of oil to 900,000 per day; an increase of three times. Yet the number of tankers transporting the stuff in the article goes from five to 34; an increase of nearly seven times. Did no one attending not speak up about this wild discrepancy of simple math?
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the edward Milne community school’s environmental studies class has been cleaning up sooke.
local wildlife that might consume bits of plastic or be poisoned by leaching toxins. Our class decided to clean-up Sooke’s worst dumpsites located at the gate to Butler Main Road. Sooke Disposal kindly donated a massive bin for us to use. At first glance, we thought the cleanup would entail hauling out the mattresses, plastics and drywall on the side of the road. However, when we moved into the bush, we were mortified by the amount and type of refuse there. We pulled out more than 20 tires, gallons of paint cans and used motor oil, furniture, bags of household garbage including kitchen and toilet waste, hundreds of Keurig coffee cups and aerosol cans. We
removed layers of garbage unearthing older layers beneath. “How could somebody do this?” we asked ourselves. Our class feels good about our clean-up efforts but we also know that we must stop future dumping. Presently, there is a maximum $2,000 fine from the CRD for dumping if a culprit is caught. Capturing individuals can be difficult as the dumping occurs late at night and CRD resources are limited. It is our hope that bringing public awareness to this problem may help hinder illegal dumping. Sooke residents can recycle electronics at the Salvation Army for no charge. Also for free, Sooke Disposal will take appliances, automotive bat-
teries, paint and aerosol cans. EMCS is also collecting scrap metal in our parking lot for the next month. We are asking our community to help bring better awareness to this issue so that we might preserve Sooke’s natural beauty for all! EMCS Environmental Studies Class 2015
Math mistake bypassed Your front page on oil spills while interesting contains an awful mistake by the Kinder Morgan speaker and, apparently, not noted by any one. As reported increased pipeline capacity to Burnaby
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Port Renfrew sets sights on new vision for village The ‘end-of-the-road’ hamlet has been discovered New developments will raise visibility of Port Renfrew Pirjo Raits
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Things are happening in Port Renfrew. The sleepy little hamlet that has been home to fishers, loggers and surfers is changing - rapidly. Rapidly in Port Renfrew terms. Back in 2006 there were 270 residents, in 2013 there were 268. But with the 60 vacation homes (West Coast Cottages) development by Jack Julseth of Three Point Properties, the population in the summer months expands considerably. Victoria developers Julseth and Ian Laing are putting their energy and money into three fixtures in Port Renfrew which they just purchased; the Port Renfrew Hotel with its 11 waterfront cabins, the Lighthouse Pub and the 25-room West Coast Trail Motel. “We’re really excited about it,” said Laing. “We want to get the Tofino feel and vibe
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The deck at the Port Renfrew Hotel offers views of the harbour and mountains around Port Renfrew. and with a little more growth in town, it will be perfect.” The Port Renfrew Hotel has a long history in Port Renfrew. Built in 1927 by James Islay Mutter, it had replaced a similar structure across the cove. Fires plagued the first couple of hotels but it was rebuilt each time in Snuggery Cove. The last reincarnation, built by Richard Bonnycastle and Perry Heatherington, opened in 2006 and included the waterfront cabins. Their plans, at the time were expansive and included 32
cabins, a 21-suite hotel and restaurant and fulltime employment for 40 people. That didn’t happen. “The hotel is truly a pub and not a hotel,” said Laing. He said it carries the name, but not the hotel rooms and they’ll change the sign to reflect what it is. The waterfront cabins by the Port Renfrew Hotel will be substantially upgraded to create what Laing said will be the “Four Seasons” of Port Renfrew. The Lighthouse Pub will have a cold wine and beer store and renova-
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Council Briefs Upgrades to infrastructure suggested for Coopers Cove area The implementation of sewer-connected public washrooms was suggested at the waterfront parking lot near Coopers Cove due to high volume of visitors in the area. As this has become a hot spot for tourists due to its easy access to the Galloping Goose, the only washroom is at the local restaurant, which runs on a septic tank and is not connected to the district’s sewer system. The business owner noted that the increased usage may put a burden on the restaurant’s washroom facility, as it was built to handle a limited number of users. Council suggested possible development of the parking lot, which would include proper public washroom facilities. In addition to public washrooms, there was also suggestion for council to review a traffic study to address the area’s troubled turning lane (not being able to properly turn left back towards Sooke). Residents agreed that as the spot grows more popular, the amount of vehicles going in and out of the adjacent parking lots will go up as well. Commonwealth Games to be local Council voted in favour of having the 2022 Commonwealth Games taking place in the Greater Victoria Area, which would also involve the Dis-
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someone left this gray duffle bag in front of the Sooke News Mirror office more than a month ago. if it belongs to someone you know, please come and retreive it. trict of Sooke. This was in response to David H. Black’s open letter to council suggesting that the event would be significantly beneficial to the region as it would promote culture, sports and tourism. Black mentioned that while it won’t be the same as the Victoria 1994 Games, it would be “just as satisfying.” The proposal by Black to put forward a bid for the games is only if the games are not held in Durban, South Africa.
District 2015 Strategic Plan The District of Sooke Council has approved their 2015 Strategic Plan at the meeting held on April 13, 2015. The role of the Strategic Plan is to guide all municipal processes within the District of Sooke over the next 4 years based on five fundamental principles: fiscal sustainability, excellence in management and
governance, streamlining community planning, promoting economic prosperity and enhancing community livability. The Plan is the result of a Council and staff workshop with Paragon Strategic Services Ltd. Held on February 13, 2015 and a series of meetings to develop objectives for the work plan. “The intent of the Strategic Plan is to identify and focus on objectives where we as an organization believe changes and improvements can be made to enhance the livability of our community for all citizens,” says Mayor Maja Tait. “As our community continues to see growth, we are faced with unique and important opportunities and challenges that need to be pro actively addressed in order for us to achieve our goals.” Some key objectives addressed within the Strategic Plan include: pro actively plan for replacement of our infrastructure, ensure we are properly structured and re sourced to meet the community’s needs, ensure
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Police seeking B&E suspects Just after 4 a.m., early
Tuesday morning, April 21, three male suspects broke into the Shell Station at 5529 Sooke Road. Entry was gained by compromising the front door. “The thieves got away with some cigars and tobacco products, but of most significance to the owner was the extent of the damage caused by the thieves on entry and while rummaging through the store,” said Cst. Reid Miller of the Sooke RCMP. The RCMP Forensic Identification Services attended and are assisting with this investigation of break, enter and theft. We have no better description at this point other than it appears to be three males. They arrived at the station in a vehicle. Sooke RCMP are seeking public assistance for the identities of the suspects responsible for this crime. If anyone has witnessed this crime or knows who committed the crime, please call the Sooke RCMP Detachment at 250-642-5241 or Crimestoppers at 1-800TIPS (8477). Your information to Crimestoppers will be taken in strictest confidence. You never have to give your name. Tips that lead to the arrest of suspects, as well as the recovery of stolen property and drugs are eligible for cash rewards.
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Vancity, Langford, was on hand at the community garden on April 15 to give Sooke Region Food CHI a cheque for $8,000 for spring and summer gardening instruction. From left to right, Anita Wasiuta, President of Sooke Food CHI, Evan Horgan from Vancity, Paul McCormick, Phoebe Dunbar and Lorraine Hayhoe from Vancity.
Teaching garden will offer mentorship for area residents Pirjo Raits
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Sooke’s Sunriver Community Garden is a place of learning, growing and harvesting. More than anything else it is a community of people of all ages who enjoy growing their own food while enjoying the ambiance of a green garden space and the company of like-minded people. A new program is in the works for those who may not be as familiar with growing produce as they would like to be. Sooke Region Food CHI received a grant of $8,000 from Vancity, Langford to hold a teaching garden this spring and summer. This is all meant to encourage more Sooke area residents to grow food in their backyards. Whether you may be thinking of a small kitchen garden, patio gardens in tubs
A small thank you treat for Vancity. or a small veggie patch, these courses will provide hands-on gardening mentorship. Paul McCormick will be instructing using the book, Backyard Bounty, as a reference guide. “We’re really excited about this program,” said Anita Wasiuta, President of the Sooke Region Food CHI Society. “People are losing skills in growing food.” She mentioned the huge amount of food that even a small plot
could produce. Two free orientation sessions will be held on May 7 (7 to 8:30 p.m.) and June 4. Sessions for parents and kids take place on Wednesdays from May to July and hands-on mentoring programs are being held from May to August on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. Attendees will learn about basic growing methods, planning, seeds and starts, soil preparation, managing pests and challenges, maximizing crop yield, harvesting tips and seed saving. There is a cost attached to the mentoring programs. The enjoyment and camaraderie is free. To register and find out more go to: www. sookefoodchi.ca or if you prefer to talk to Paula call 250-642-5572 or email: info@sookefoodchi.ca
ment,” said Hicks, “Jack Julseth built 80 cabins and doubled the number of parcels - almost doubled the assessments in Port Renfrew. He also donated $10,000 towards the new fire truck.” Hicks said Julseth (and Laing) will bring “a wonderful new energy and professionalism to the whole hospitality industry in Port Renfrew.” Hicks thinks the new developments will absolutely change Port Renfrew from a seasonal economy to a year-round one. Other players in the mix are Karl Ablack who owns 500 acres and wants to create two-hectare parcels to attract families out to Port Renfrew. Richard Bonnycastle is currently developing a mine in the hills above Port Renfrew, and a potential sale of same to Chinese investors. Andrew Purdy is looking to increase the size of his marina from 45 boats to 150 boats
Mike Hicks and open it year- round. Hicks also mentioned
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Rezoning eyed for former trailer park property Octavian Lacatusu Sooke News Mirror
Sooke has been in the process of a major makeover in the last year or so; a roundabout, sidewalks, an RBC bank (being built as we speak) and a new library, which is still in the discussion stages. And local developers, such as Jeff Zigay, have been eager to get the ball rolling on even more projects this time, the rezoning of 6645 Sooke Road (which includes the west half of the future Brownsey Boulevard between Sooke Road and Goodmere Road) from Manufactured Home Park (MHP) to Town Centre Mixed Use (CTC). But the rezoning process has been slow, as there are limitations in place under Bylaw 613 - notably in regards to building height, which restricts the maximum height to four stories, and what the property in question is prohibited from being used
for, such as a car wash, a funeral home and drive-thru facilities. The developer of the property, Jeff Zigay, said at last week’s council meeting that while he doesn’t have a problem with the suggested prohibited facilities, the time that has taken since the rezoning application was put in to the district over seven months ago is costing him money. “I would endeavour council to vote against these amendments, they’re very difficult for me to swallow,” Zigay said. “You don’t understand the pressure I’m having with my partners to turn it back into a mobile park; and not a pretty one. We need some income off this land.” The site - which is approx. 1.7 acres in size - is located just below Sooke Road and slopes down toward the newly-dedicated Goodmere Road. The property has been cleared of most vegetation and contains two mobile homes that are owned
by the applicant. It was formerly used as an Mobile Home Park which closed in 2010. According to the district’s planning reports, the CTC zone was intentionally created to be flexible for developers and provide a multitude of commercial/ residential uses in the town centre. Zigay however, noted that the additional restrictions the CTC zone currently has in place are too difficult to deal with. “I had to re-mortgage at very high rates because I don’t have any income coming from the property,” he said. “I would like this amendment to be denied, and get something going there.” Mayor Maja Tait pointed out that there’s great potential for the land there, highlighting the importance of cooperation between the district and the developers who wish to invest in Sooke’s centre attractions. “Council is supportive of town centre ini-
tiatives, because it is and always has been a priority for us, so with all the things happening underway, let’s bring it forward, lets have a discussion,” Tait said, adding that she doesn’t have a problem with the height of the building “I’m excited to start a discussion on it because it’s the first one that’s occurred in a long time.” Tait also suggested that an institutional use of the building - such as the library - would not have a constraint, however, and could be another possible option. Councillor Kevin Pearson, along with several others, also expressed interest in reassessing the CTC zone restrictions, as it could be counter-intuitive to potential new developers in town. “I don’t like restrictions going on properties and I’m in support of business in general, knowing the market and knowing what they should put on their properties,” Pearson
said. “I get frustrated when I hear ‘prohibited’ - I think you can operate within the CTC zone and use the Official Community Plan as your guiding document.” Discussion is ongoing and council will reevaluate the future of 6645 Sooke Rd. rezoning application at the upcoming April 27 council meeting.
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CRD gets Sooke Potholes campground TLC to transfer Sooke Potholes Campground to the CRD
The Capital Regional District (CRD) Board is pleased to announce the pending transfer of Sooke Potholes campground to the Region, with the support of The Land Conservancy of British Columbia (TLC) in consideration of their overall restructuring plan. Sooke Potholes Regional Park inholdings, known as the Campground, the Works Yard and Lodge Site, are held by TLC with reversionary rights secured by CRD under registered Option to Purchase and Right of First Refusal agreements. The CRD previously exercised its Option to Purchase and Right of First Refusal for the lands owned by TLC at Sooke Potholes Regional Park. The Court stayed the completion of the transactions pending completion of the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act process. With TLC’s
restructuring plan accepted by the Monitor and the Court, TLC is in a position to transfer the Sooke Potholes parcels to the CRD. “As a result of the transfer, the CRD will resume discussions and explore opportunities with the T’Sou-ke First Nation who previously expressed an interest in operating the campground,” said the CRD Board Chair Nils Jensen. This place is also sacred to the T’Souke. It is important as a bathing and ceremonial place and is called “Klee-len” by the T’Sou-ke which means “spring salmon place.” “In our language one word can mean a lot, Kl- e-len means a “place where salmon give back to Mother Earth,” said Planes in a previous reference to the Sooke Potholes lands. “We are thrilled that the Potholes will remain protected and that the CRD will be continuing our discussions with the T’Sou-ke First Nation regarding operating the campground,” said John Shields, TLC’s Director of Operations. “This recognizes the important connection the
band has to that land.” CRD staff will return to the Regional Parks Committee with a recommendation on next steps following discussions with T’Sou-ke First Nation. Shaw Communications Inc., a major contributor to the initial acquisition of the Sooke Potholes has agreed to donate a further $50,300 the amount of TLC’s tax arrears with the District of Sooke, following the transfer of the Sooke Potholes lands from TLC to CRD and the dedication of the Sooke Potholes lands as part of CRD’s adjacent Sooke Potholes Regional Park. “We are extremely grateful to Shaw Communications for their generous contribution,” said Susan Brice, CRD Regional Parks Committee Chair. “The CRD’s primary interest is to secure these properties because of their ecological values and great cultural significance to the region.” TLC and CRD first worked together in partnership to secure these lands to ensuring future generations will continue to benefit from this unique regional treasure. In
2004, TLC and the CRD purchased lands neighbouring Sooke Potholes Regional Park for $3 million, effectively creating a regional park managed by the CRD and a campground managed by the TLC. Shaw Communications Inc. also contributed to the TLC’s campaign to purchase the property and improve the facilities.
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An uncertain recovery for an eagle On March 22, a few members of the Sooke community were surprised to find an adult Bald eagle resting on the ground, seemingly unwell and approachable. BC SPCA Wild ARC was contacted immediately and following a successful herding in an enclosed area, Jeff Krieger from Alternative Wildlife Solutions volunteered his time to contain and transport the large bird to Wild ARC’s facility in Metchosin. Upon arrival, the wildlife rehabilitation staff performed a full physical examination which revealed that the eagle was suffering from what appeared to be the result of eagle rivalry. She was weak and had several puncture wounds and abrasions on her chest, abdomen, and both legs. Her right leg was also swollen and edematous, and she had limited use of her foot. The eagle also had a brood patch, an indication that she would have been incubating eggs. During breeding season, staff takes into consideration the fact that injured adults may have young to care for. In some cases, the staff may decide to release the animal as soon as it would be able to go back to tending to their young even though in other circumstances, staff would keep them in care until they have fully recovered. In the case of this adult female, a premature release could not be considered due to the fact that she did not have full use of her right talons, which is crucial to perform a wide range of things such as hunting and perching. Both male and female Bald eagles care for their young, so staff hoped that in this case the male would provide care until the female was able to return. As part of the diagnostic procedure, blood was collected to be analyzed to assess her condition and radiographs were taken to confirm that the leg injury involved only soft tissues. A splint was then applied onto her right foot to provide support and full range of motion of the halux, the birds’ equivalent of a human thumb. She was initially kept in a small enclosure to minimize activity,
the release site, tumbling down towards the ground while her talons were clenched onto another adult Bald eagle’s talons. They appeared to have landed in an adjacent field. The rehabilitation team ran to the suspected landing site, but as they were approaching, one of the eagles was seen flying away into the distance, shortly followed by the second one, who flew off in the opposite direction. Breeding season also means that animals are more territorial. Unfamiliar adults are not tolerated within an individual or a pair’s territory and the message is made very clear to intruders. Even though it was her territory, three weeks away from it can have changed the dynamic in the area. It is uncertain if she will remain in the same area or if the nest will be successful, but what we do know is that without the help of the community and the professional care Wild ARC’s team was able to provide her with, her survival would have been unlikely. If you would like to learn more about Wild ARC and how you can support our work, please visit us at www. wildarc.com or contact us at 250-478-9453 with any questions concerning wildlife. Christina* Carrières, RVT, CWR Senior Wildlife Rehabilitator
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A female eagle was released into the wild. She thrashed around in the cage until she was let out and then she got her bearings on the ground. She took off and circled slowly upward making her presence known. allowing her to recover slowly. She had to be hand fed for several days before she started self feeding. Fluid therapy, anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, and homeopathic remedies were all part of her treatment plan. As she regained strength, she was transitioned to larger enclosures and became increasingly strong and difficult to handle by staff. Once the splint was removed, it was still unclear if she
would regain full use of her foot. To minimize handling, staff had to provide her with the opportunity to do her own physiotherapy. Perches of various sizes allowed her to strengthen her foot while exercising by grabbing onto them. The last stage of her rehabilitation process was in Wild ARC’s largest flight aviary, where she was able to fly and rebuild flight muscle and regain stamina
prior to release. On April 15, after just over three weeks of care, the nearly 6 kg Bald eagle was brought back to the location she was rescued from. Once the door of the kennel opened up, she promptly ran out and stood in the field for a few minutes before taking flight, making large circles while raising high up into the sky. As the release team was leaving the area, she was back above
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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:
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They are the new generation of people who are passionate about food. They are stewards of the land and what grows in it and on it. For over nine years, Oliver Kienast and Brooke Fader have been partners in the preparation and delivery of fine food and wine. They have 40 years of combined experience in restaurants, inns and chefs’ tables. On April 14, they opened Wild Mountain Food and Drink, a neighbourhood eatery nestled just above the government dock on Maple Avenue. It’s the site of Markus’ Wharfside Restaurant and they have taken it over and have put their own unique stamp on the well-known restaurant. “We feel like we are stewards of this land,” said Fader. “Markus and Tatum put so much heart and soul into this place. We both worked for them and they loved doing this.” The duo has been supporting and using the products from farmers in the region. The fishers, suppliers, wine and cheese makers, and they are excited to give them a stage for their produce. “Our concept is to celebrate this incredible food region — the West Coast of Canada. It’s wild, it’s fresh with clean flavors, bright and delicious,” said Fader. They recognize that this is not the cheapest way to obtain food, but that’s the point. “When food is cheap, someone is paying the price and it is usually the harvester,” she said. The couple plans to
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Oliver Kienast and Brooke Fader are a new generation of restauranteurs. grow a lot of their own food and buy the rest from other gardeners. Local food in season, buying the whole animal, preserving, and basically living the slow food movement lifestyle. “Markus was already doing that and we want to do more of that, local food for local people. We wanted to create a place where you could go for a drink and a snack or dinner on Saturday or for a birth-
day,” she said. The menu will have snacks, small bites, appetizers, fresh clams and handmade pasta to name just some of the delectables being offered. They want to have something for everyone. “A vibrant food community is where there are more places to eat at,” said Brooke. “It creates a great food culture for everyone.” Their concept is to have all of the employ-
ees be a part of the whole. They can get their hands in the dirt in the gardens and they can offer suggestions in the kitchen. “It’s a different sense of belonging, said Kienast. “It’s not a platform to show off my dishes.” The idea is to have a neighborhood restaurant which is accessible to everyone and part of the community. It’s not just about food and drink. They want people to feel like it is
“their” restaurant. “It’s about the relationship the restaurant has in the community, it attaches farmers and people and creates commerce in a way that is ethical,” he said. In the end it is all about taste for Oliver and Brooke. The local wines will be paired to match the food and local spirits and beer will be offered as well. “It’s about good food, not just for special occasions,” said Kienast. They said they will be happy to honour Markus’ old gift certificates. Wild Mountain Food and Drink, at 1831 Maple Avenue South, began their dinner service on April 14; They will be open for dinner Tuesdays to Saturdays from 5 to 9 p.m. Reservations are not necessary for parties of four and smaller. Call 250642-3596.
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Granny Caffery of East Sooke It’s a secluded tranquil little cove, enclosed by the rocky promontories which guard it from the Sooke Basin itself, which, though beautiful, can get windy and stormy at times. It was this little cove that became home to Mary Ann McFadden Caffery and her seven children, after her sea captain husband Thomas William Caffery was lost at sea in 1889. We understand that it was the Roman Catholic Church that settled her there, from Prevost Island where she had been living. Perhaps one of the reasons for the move was that Mary Ann’s sister, Susan, was married to Charles Brown, who had already established himself at East Sooke. The Cafferys and the Browns each raised large families of youngsters, many of them settling in as longtime East Sooke residents. (We should note that the real name for the inlet is Anderson Cove, but we all knew it earlier on as Caffery Bay.) Frank Caffery, midway among her sons, established an oyster farm within the sheltered cove, a seafood industry which was to continue for many years under different owners. Today one still sees the white oyster shells remaining on the shore from that longtime use. Frank Caffery married neighbour
Margaret Walker, only daughter of Lady Emily Walker of Ragley Farm in East Sooke. Margaret’s daughter, who grew up Kathleen Caffery, but whom we knew more recently as Kay Jeffrey, used to share family lore with us: “Back in the influenza epidemic of 1917, my grandmother Caffery got out her Indian herbs for cures, and joined up with my other grandmother, Lady Emily Walker, and my two grandmothers went around ministering to the sick neighbours. With one having money and a car, and one with the know-how, they helped a lot of people.” Granny Caffery lived until 1936, witnessing
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Who’s in control of our tax dollars? We have a problem with entitlement. It starts at the top federally and it continues to trickle down to the lower levels of government. It seems we, as citizens, are not privy to the decisions being made by our governments. For example, the sale of taxpayers’ properties (they call it Crown land/ assets) at fire sale prices should be making ripples and waves among us, but apart from a few news stories and an opinion or two we’ve let it go. The province essentially gave away $43-million of our money to a party contributor. How many homeless people would that feed? How many affordable homes could be built? It seems our government talks about families/seniors/homeless/single parents but does nothing for them, except a small token gesture now and then. If the province recorded a surplus of $350-million, why was the sale of the land so necessary? Didn’t the government accountants already know what their surplus would be? They are the ones in charge of our money and they appear to be unsure of the numbers. Would you want them as your accountants? This deal, and likely others, did not favour the taxpayer. Then there are the senators who seem to feel that they are entitled to whatever they want. They spend our hard-earned money giving themselves luxuries most of us can not afford. The arrogance stinks. Those is positions of power seem to forget who they are representing. They get this “nanny state” attitude and act as though we are mindless children who can’t possibly have an opinion. This has to change. Everyone cries about transparency and openness and we have yet to see either. Our local government is the only place where we can honestly have a say. We know those people on council and we can look them in the eyes and offer suggestions and we should. It’s at least a little bit of taxpayer control.
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Land sales leave lingering odour B.C. Views The B.C. Liberal government’s sale of Crown properties to help balance its election budget was the dominant story in the legislature last week, as the NDP revealed evidence of a “fire sale” that may have left millions on the table. They started with Burke Mountain, the biggest single deal involving 14 view properties in Coquitlam. The buyer was a prominent developer whose array of companies happened to donate nearly $1 million to the B.C. Liberal Party since 2000. The $85 million price tag was similar to the B.C. Assessment Authority value on these forested properties, but an outside appraisal concluded they could have fetched an additional $43 million if they had spent more time on the hot Lower Mainland real estate market. (This sale made headlines last fall for the province’s $8 million buyout of the local First Nation’s undefined territorial claim, when it was revealed the chief of the tiny Kwikwitlem First Nation pocketed an $800,000 commission.) The government’s defence of the sale went from wobbly to weak. Citizens’ Services Minister Amrik Virk was caught flat-footed and tried to get by on platitudes rather than retreat and find some answers. Premier Christy Clark weighed in, arguing that the budget would have balanced without the property
sale, and that some sales closed too late to help the election-year budget. Finance Minister Mike de Jong stressed that all these asset sales were detailed in three successive budgets. They downplayed the notion of land sales being rushed. Then the NDP produced a string of emails sent between senior officials responsible for selling two big properties across the street from the legislature. “To be part of the sale and development of over eight acres of Victoria’s beautiful inner harbour area is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. An opportunity that normally would warrant years of planning and preparation,” wrote one citizens’ services bureaucrat. “Unfortunately we don’t have unlimited time – our goal is to have For Sale signs up by Oct. 31 with sales proceeds in the bank by March 31, 2013.” Then came a disclosure about a property in Surrey that had been bought as a potential hospital site. Once the existing hospital was expanded, that property was declared surplus. Indeed, de Jong featured this property to promote the government’s plan to stimulate local economies with private sector investment on unused land. The Surrey deal closed for $20.5 million on March 21, 2014, just days before the end of the fiscal year. NDP leader John Horgan pointed to an outside appraisal of $23.5 million, and an assessment for tax purposes
of $27.2 million. The appraiser also recommended that the “highest and best use” for the Surrey land was to hold it until had been rezoned for commercial, retail or office development. De Jong cited another big health property in Vancouver that sold for more than its appraised and assessed value. It’s only the actual market that determines worth, he insisted. But it’s now clear that these and perhaps other sales were done with arbitrary deadlines that had everything to do with the B.C. Liberals’ need to balance the books. When elections are a battle of sound bites, perception matters more than reality. It’s also worth recalling that the budget deficits prior to the 2013 election were largely a result of the B.C. government’s costly undoing of the harmonized sales tax, rather than the harsh forces of international finance. Surplus asset sales have a long tradition in B.C., where the government owns more than 90 per cent of all land. But after this round, full disclosure will be demanded. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca
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2015 Fall Fair Quilt
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INSTRUCTOR –Teaching Paula McCormick Sunriver Community Gardens on Phillips Road Sunriver Community Teaching Gardens on Phillips Road TEACHING GUIDE – Backyard Linda Gilkeson Sunriver Community TeachingBounty on Phillips Road INSTRUCTOR – Gardens Paulaby McCormick
INSTRUCTOR – Paula McCormick SESSIONS AT SUNRIVER – Start Growing You What you will TEACHING learn GUIDE – Backyard by Linda Gilkeson INSTRUCTOR –INFO Paula Bounty McCormick TEACHING GUIDE – Backyard Bounty bybyLinda Gilkeson A free orientation session 7 pm to 8:30 pm TEACHING GUIDE – Backyard Bounty Linda • Basic growing methods INFO SESSIONS AT SUNRIVER – StartGilkeson Growing Your Food What you will learn orientation session 7 pm to 8:30 • Basic growing methods May 7ATor June 4 pm –Start Possible ways to be mentored or l • Planning a productive garden A freeINFO SESSIONS SUNRIVER – Growing Your Food What you will learn May 7 or June 4 – Possible ways to be mentored or learn through • Planning a productive garden A free orientation session 7 pm toSunriver 8:30 pm Community Gardens • Basic growing methods at–Gardens Seeds and starts at volunteering Sunriver Community • Seeds and starts INFOvolunteering SESSIONS AT SUNRIVER Growing Your Food INFO SESSIONS AT SUNRIVER –Start Start Growing Your Food What•What you will learn you will learn May 7 or June 4 – Possible ways to be mentored or learn through • Planning a soil productive garden • Preparing the Preparing the soil free orientation session pmto to8:30 8:30Gardens pm •• Basic growing methods A freeA orientation session 7 7pm pm • Basic growing volunteering Sunriver Community •methods Seeds and starts PARENT KIDS –atGrowing Together • Managing pests and challenges May 7June or&June 4Possible – Possible ways tobe be mentored learn through a productive garden & KIDS Growingoror Together May 7 or –PARENT to learn through Managing pests and challenges • Planning•• aPlanning productive garden • Preparing the soil Cost $80 plus4text Backyard ways Bounty, $20 –mentored • Maximizing your yield volunteering at Sunriver Community Gardens • Seeds starts PARENT &Cost KIDS $80 – Growing • and Managing pests and challengesvolunteering atfree Sunriver Community Materials are • Harvesting tips • Seeds and starts plusTogether textGardens Backyard Bounty, $20 • Maximizing your yield • Preparing the soil $80Wednesdays, plus text Backyard • Maximizing your yield May Cost 6 to 27: 9:30 to Bounty, noon $20 • Seed • Preparing the soil saving Materials are free Harvesting PARENT & KIDS – Growing Materials are free •• Managing peststips and • Harvesting tipschallenges June 3 to 24: Wednesdays, 9:30 Together to noon Submitted photo • Managing PARENT & KIDS –Wednesdays, Growing Together pests andsaving challenges 6plus toWednesdays, 27: 9:30 to noon Cost8May $80 text Backyard Bounty, $20 •• Maximizing your yield • Seed July to 29: to noon May 6 to9:3027: Wednesdays, 9:30 to noon Seed saving Cost Materials $80June plus3are text Backyard Bounty, your yield to 24: Wednesdays, 9:30 to $20 noon free Here it is in living color with many of the lovely ladies whose labour of love is encased in this wonderful quilt. If • Maximizing • Harvesting tips June 3 to 24: Wednesdays, 9:30 to noon July 8 to 29: Wednesdays, 9:30 to noon HANDS-ON MENTORING – Grow Own Backyard Vegetables Materials free May 6are to 27: Wednesdays, 9:30 Your to noon • Harvesting tipssaving • Seed you look closely you will see stitching on four of the squares relating to Sooke. July 8 to 9:30 29: Wednesdays, 9:30 to noon Backyard Bounty, 3 toplus 24: text Wednesdays, 9:30to to$20 noon May Cost 6June to$100 27: Wednesdays, noon • Seed saving
Members of the Sooke Quilting Club have stitched together many wonderful quilts over the years and all of the money raised in the raffle goes to the Sooke Fall Fair. The tickets are ready and printed and will be for sale starting Wednesday, April 22.The quilt will be on display and tickets will be for sale at the Sooke Fall Fair Market on April 25 at the Community Hall from 10-2. Tickets are $2 and may be purchased from Sooke Quilters, Sooke Fall Fair members, and will be for sale at the Rotary Auction and as well at the grocery stores and Home Hardware. First prize, the quilt ( $3,000); second prize, Home Hardware Gift Cards-$250;t hird prize, gift cards $75 each respectively from Western Foods and Village Foods; and fourth prize, two valuable framed valued at $250. For tickets contact Ellen mrslewersfarmhouse@shaw.ca
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HANDS-ON MENTORING – Grow Your Own Backyard Vegetables May 4 to 25: Mondays – 6:30 to 8:30 pm or email at info@sookefoodchi.ca Cost plus Backyard Bounty, $20 register and find$80 out more visittext www.sookefoodchi.ca Cost June $80Toplus text Backyard Bounty, 8 to 20: Mondays – 6:30 to 8:30$20 pm Materials are free For more info contact call Paula at 250.642.5572 July 6are to 27: Mondays – 6:30 to 8:30 pm Materials free Thanks to our partner for these programs! or email at info@sookefoodchi.ca May 4– 6:30 to 25: May 4 to 25: Mondays to Mondays 8:30 pm – 6:30 to 8:30 pm To register and find out8 visit www.sookefoodchi.ca June to 20: June 8 to 20: Mondays –more 6:30 to Mondays 8:30 pm – 6:30 to 8:30 pm To register and find out more visit www.sookefoodchi.ca tree For more info contact call Paula at 250.642.5572 July 6 to 27: Mondays July 6 to 27: Mondays – 6:30 to 8:30 pm – 6:30 to 8:30 pm Thanks to our partnertofor these programs! Thanks our partner for these programs! or email at info@sookefoodchi.ca
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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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Local musicians perform at Legion just for Kicks The Kicks will get you off your feet
Earl found Steve floating in a leaky boat in the Sooke Inlet; Steve found Glyn building a mud hut in Papau, New Guinea and Glyn found Janet in a Southern Georgian gospel choir. Now whether any of that is true of not, it doesn’t matter because these four musicians have actually come together and formed a band called The Kicks. This local band has a definite West Coast vibe despite the fact that all the members
migrated to Vancouver Island from other parts of the country. With sets consisting of cleverly arranged covers and original songs with funky Latin overtones, this group is set to appeal to a wide audience. The band’s goal is to get everyone out of their seats, dancing from the start of the show until the last song. The band was founded by professional singer/songwriter and lead guitarist Earl Gray and drumm e r / p e rc u s s i o n i s t Steve Mullen. Brought together by an appreciation of music and a desire to create a dis-
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The Kicks are: Earl Gray, Steve Mullen, Glyn Davies and Janet McTavish.
tinct sound, they began collaborating to find songs and rhythms that inspired them. They sought out like minded musicians bringing in bassist Glyn Davies and vocalist Janet McTavish to complete their vision. They are no strangers to the music scene and have a wealth of musical experience behind them, if you counted up the years it would be well past 100. The Kicks have a signature style filled with solid bass grooves, dynamic percussion accents, smooth harmonies and wicked guitar solos. “It all culminates into
a fusion of rhythmic fun! We challenge you to try not clapping your hands and tapping your feet,” said Gray. The band looks forward to sharing their infectious enthusiasm with everyone when performing at the Sooke Legion on Saturday, April 25. Show time is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale for $10.00 at the Legion bar and a limited amount of tickets will be available at the door. You do not have to be a Legion member to attend concerts (or anything) at the Legion. Check out their Facebook page for more information.
Clark. Terry Rowsell is the President of the Four Seasons Musical Theatre and has decades of experience in musical theatre. The latest production for Four
Seasons is Shrek the Musical, May 22-31 at Isabelle Reader Theatre in Langford. “Sit back and be entertained,” said Anderson.
Small town big talent on stage Saturday at EMCS All sorts of talent on stage Saturday Pirjo Raits
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It’s kind of a cross between American Idol, America’s Got Talent and The Voice. It’s Sooke’s version of an old time talent show, where everything goes from tap dancing to juggling, singing to reciting poetry. It’s old time, it’s retro and it will be a good time. It’s a real competition and it comes complete with a grand prize of $500. It’s the Small Town - Big Talent Show taking place on Saturday, April 25 at EMCS Theatre from 7-10 p.m. “It’s like watching late night TV except it is presented on stage,” said co-producer Steven Anderson. “The show will have comOctavian Lacatusu photos
Family fun
Kids had the best time of all at the Family Arts Festival at SEAPARC on April 18. Kelly MacMillan has little Eva creating with a variety of materials, while her mom Jill looks on. The event was sponsored by the Sooke Community Arts Council.
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Blues musician Bill Johnson, will be one of three judges for talent show. mercials like on TV.” Anderson and his partner in the production, Mel Dobres, have been working on this idea for some time. Anderson said they wanted to just do something different. He said
there are all ages in the talent show, including kids who perform for Sooke Harbour Players. “They just want to keep on performing,” said Anderson. They’ve also got some very qualified
performers on board, including a live band. Three judges will give the thumbs up or the hook to performers. The judges are Juno nominated blues musician Bill Johnson, Karen Clark from Karen Clark Dance Studio, and musical theatre performer Terry Rowsell. Bill Johnson has been playing blues for 40 years. A master guitarist, musician, and vocalist, Bill has developed his own brand of laid-back, soul-thumping blues while living on Vancouver Island. From a slow burn to a blast of blues energy, his show is not to be missed. With every new town and performance comes many new amazed fans, as he works his way coast to coast. He will also be performing in Sooke on April 24 at Hilltop House Concerts, Mountain Heights, call 250642-0949 to reserve your seats.
“To move like the wind, in the still of the night, to be a sun lit tip on a wave in the ocean, to fly on the wings of a Angel, to be one with the stars… is to be a Dancer!” said Karen
Sooke Philharmonic Society presents the
FINALISTS of the 10th Annual
Making Harmony...Naturally
Featuring Student Performers from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands
Don Chrysler Concerto Competition for Young Musicians
Sat, April 25 • 7:00 pm Phillip T. Young Recital Hall University of Victoria
Free Admission - Donations Appreciated
Alyssa Fu - Piano Rae Gallimore - Viola Ashley Green - Cello Ya-Ping Huang - Piano Leo Phanichphant - Clarinet Nelly Tian - Violin
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Follow the Yellow Brick Road There’s no place like Sooke to take you to the wondrous land of Oz… Sooke Youth Show Choir presents the beloved family musical adventure, The Wizard of Oz at Edward Milne community school theatre May 2 and 3, 2015. Under the musical direction of Sarah Wilson and the artistic direction of Johanne Thompson, the production will feature a cast of more than 40 talented local performers from ages 4 to 81. After a tornado sweeps Dorothy from her humble Kansas home, she encounters both wickedness and wonder, wizard and witches, munchkins and monkeys. Dorothy and her new-found friends journey on a quest to find a heart, courage, brains and most importantly, home. Fly over the rainbow with Dorothy into the merry old land of Oz where she learns that no matter how far our journeys take us – there’s no place like home. Suitable for all ages, this musical based on the classic story inspires and reminds us of the power of self-confidence and the strength of imagination. Show Times: May 2 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. May 3 at 2 p.m.
321-3980 Shelbourne St. Victoria 250.477.7234
Tickets on sale at: Sooke Shopper’s Drug Mart, Stick in the Mud Coffee, Serious Coffee Westshore and East Sooke Grocer.
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Caryl Wilford got the kids interested in playing with clay at the Family Arts Festival at SEAPARC on Saturday, April 18.
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Circus Festival for families coming up PANELS, HARDWARE TRIMMINGS , BARGAIN PLAY! In May: Three CENTER & MORE!! day Circus Festival for Families May 1-3
This three-day festival of Circus Arts & Music at the Sooke River Campground encourages adults as well as kids to join in, laugh and play. Brought to you by Dream CO, a non-profit who has been building kids’ zones, stages, events, festivals and aiding in community fundraisers since 2001. Featuring over 30 performers in onstage acts, workshops and jams, along with aerial arts. Include as well acroyoga, a Ninja Jedi camp, Kids’ Market & Trading Corral, mycology workshop by
Michael Vossen, breakdance workshop by Steve Hall, aerial silks and hoop playshops. Performances by Phoenix Farm Circus/The Elvolutionaries and a group hula hoop choreo class and night time performances by Vesta Entertainment. The stellar multigenre musical lineup includes Canadian festival favorite Adham Shaikh, an Emmy andJuno award nominated music producer, Australia’s DJ Dakini, in the area to play Shambhala Music Festival this year, the funky vocal stylings of Erica Dee, Victoria Ska Festival associated Hillside Hooligans, Lasqueti music producer Beatfarmer and Victoria music producer Anchor Hill as some of the musical highlights. Right now, early bird all weekend event passes are available
with or without camping. Kids 15-years-ofage and under get in free/by donation if the family chooses and are sold at the Stick in the Mud Coffeehouse and the Sooke River Campground. Contact Lilith for more info, to volunteer and for EarlyBird Single Day Entry Passes: $15 for Sunday only, $30 for Saturday only and $15 Sunday only.
At the gate day of the event weekend event passes are also available at a higher price. There are also single day entry passes available at the gate. Contact Lilith for more info, to volunteer and for Earlybird Single Day Passes at 250-5809418 or email lilithchameleon6@gmail.com
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Sooke businesses shine at annual awards dinner The winners and finalist results from the April 11 Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards (winners are in bold). All the nominees deserved an award but only one could be chosen. Congratulations to everyone. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES EXCELLENCE AWARD West Coast Medical (winner) Hallgren & Faulkner S.D. Robb & Associates RETAIL AND SERVICES EXCELLENCE AWARD Barking Dog Studio (winner) Little Vienna Bakery & Cafe The Stick in the Mud Cafe MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE AWARD Sea-Flora Wild Or ganic Skincare (winner) E-Fish-Ent Fish Co. Ltd. Jake Grant Jewellery Design DINING AND HOSPITALITY EXCELLENCE AWARD Stickleback West Coast Eatery (winner) Little Vienna Bakery & Cafe Shirley Delicious Cafe
Mud Cafe (winner) Little Vienna Bakery & Cafe Sooke Centre Auto Repair PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD The Stick in the Mud Cafe (winner) PRESIDENT’S AWARD OF RECOGNITION Michael Nyikes, Past President of Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce (winner)
S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE AWARD Sooke Harbour House (winner) Sooke Salmon Enhancement Society The Stick in the Mud Cafe HOME-BASED EXCELLENCE AWARD Star Mobile Aesthetics (winner) Country Canine Salon Puddle Jumpers Daycare NOT-FOR-PROFIT O R G A N I Z AT I O N EXCELLENCE AWARD Sooke Fine Arts Society (winner) Sooke Food CHI Sooke Philharmonic Society NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR EXCELLENCE AWARD Tastes of India in Sooke (winner) Barking Dog Studio Sooke Laundry BUSINESS OF THE YEAR EXCELLENCE AWARD The Stick in the
Pirjo Raits photos
Left to right: Karen Mason presents Retail and Service Excellence award to Barking Dog Studio, New Business of the Year was won by Tastes of India in Sooke. The Sooke Harbour House won the Sustainability Leadership award, Frederique Philip accepting from Chamber president Sean Dyble. The Not-for-Profit Excellence award was given to the Sooke Fine Arts Society with Dave Bennett and Catherine Keogan accepting from Frederique Philip of the Sooke Harbour House. Below Attendees Carol Christie and Linda Ferguson.
The Pastor's Pen
Earth Instruction Manual
A person carries a heavy box into the garage, places it on the floor, and begins to assemble the lawnmower contained inside. Their life-partner comes to watch. “Honey, you seem to be having some trouble,” the partner observes. “No, I’m doing okay, dear. I’ve put things like this together before.” “But there appear to be some parts left over. Don’t you think you should read the instruction manual? It says here that the mower should be put together according these diagrams, or the warranty will not be honoured, and it could even be dangerous,” urges the observer. “Well, all right. Oh! I see where I went wrong,” the first exclaims, who then proceeds with verbal guidance from the one with the instructions, fills the mower with oil and gas, and successfully goes on to cut the grass. (You might notice I made no gender specific references to this couple... I will leave it to the reader to determine which one was male and which one female!) Have you ever gone through an assembling exercise and felt rather foolish for not first beginning with the written instructions? This can be equated with living one’s life without guidance from the One who created us. Manuals are prepared for equipment, so that their parts can be assembled properly and the items repaired if needed. God offers us a better way to assemble our lives and to repair any damage, rather than the flying-by-the-seat-of-your-pants approach of the world. We have His manual, the Bible, to get us through this challenging life. On ‘Earth Day’ let’s remember to check the instruction manual — the Bible — the Best Instructions Before Leaving Earth.
Pastor Gordon Kouwenberg
Last year, 173 B.C. workers died. Now, 173 families mourn. Let’s make our workplaces safer. Tuesday, April 28
HOLY TRINITY Anglican Church 1962 Murray Road | 250-642-3172 HOLY COMMUNION SERVICE: 11am EVENING PRAYER: Saturday 5pm The Rev. Dimas Canjura www.holytrinitysookebc.org
KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 2110 Church Rd | 250-642-4124 SUNDAY SERVICE 10:15 am Pre-Service Singing 10:30 am Family worship Rev. Dr Gordon Kouwenberg Parents Room and well equipped Nursery
SOOKE BAPTIST CHURCH 7110 West Coast Road | 250-642-3424 SUNDAY SERVICE 10:00 am Children, youth & adult ministries
ST. ROSE OF LIMA Roman Catholic Parish 2191 Townsend Rd. | 250-642-3945 | Fax: 778-425-3945 Saturday Mass 5pm | Sunday Mass, 10 am Thursday Mass 10:30 am Children’s Religious Ed: Sat. 3:45pm Office Hours: Tue 12-3 Wed 10-12 Thurs 1-3 Rev. Fr. Michael Favero
Pastor Rick Eby
For information about events in your area, visit dayofmourning.bc.ca
Email sookebaptistchurch@telus.net www.sookebaptist.com
JUAN DE FUCA SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 4251 Sooke Road | 778-425-3403 SATURDAY SERVICE
9:30 am Bible Study • 11:00 am Church Service Pastor: Mike Stevenson
Sunday @ 11AM clachurch.com/sooke
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Arts & Entertainment
Musician finds haven of inspiration in Sooke Octavian Lacatusu
I said, this is where I like it… it works with me, you know,” he said. “It’s a beautiful island, it just touched me.” Soon enough, Holder, who’s been playing everything from jazz, to calypso, and what he calls “mellow reggae”, began working on a new album titled, Vancouver Island: Victoria. “It’s a love song to the Island; it has smooth reggae and blended local beat,” he said, adding he doesn’t normally play in my sessions because he likes hiring local musicians. “Playing local gives the music a better, more authentic flavour.”
Sooke News Mirror
Eddy Grant. Bob Marley. The Jackson Five. Canadian composer and vocalist Mark Holder has worked with all of them in his 30 years as a Caribbean-themed musician. And now he’s chosen a new place to use as a source of inspiration and continue his passion for music. Yup, you got it: Sooke. Before moving here from Ottawa, Ontario with his family five months ago, Holder says his first trip to Vancouver Island left him deeply inspired. “When I found Sooke
B.C. arts students can apply for B.C. Arts Council scholarships
Octavian Lacatusu photo
Musician Mark Holder is calling Sooke home.
Born in British Guyana, South America, becoming a recording artist was always Hold-
British Columbia residents attending a full-time arts degree or diploma program this fall are eligible to apply for up to $6,000 per person through the BC Arts Council’s scholarship program. Professional half-day dance programs in conjunction with high school are also eligible. The program, designed to develop professional B.C. artists by assisting with post-secondary education for outstanding arts
er’s dream. In order to attain this goal, he worked to complete a degree in cabinetry and
students, entails a highly competitive, adjudicated process including assessment of individual portfolios. Recognized disciplines include arts administration, community-based arts practice, museology, conservation, dance, media arts, theatre, music, curatorial practice, visual art and creative writing. B.C. students attending a recognized college, university, institution or academy in any coun-
construction to earn the necessary funds to finance his own recording label. He recorded his first single, co-written with his father, Those Thrilling Emotions, and as a pioneer of Caribbean music, he was one of the first Caribbean artists to sign up with two major labels, Atlantic Records & Capitol Records. This year, Holder will be performing on Victoria Day (May 18) - which will also mark the official launch of his new album. After that, Holder says he’ll be taking a Canadian tour to the Caribbean with musicians from the
try can apply. Applications will be accepted until April 30, 2015. With funding from the Government of British Columbia, the BC Arts Council has again allocated $750,000 towards the scholarship program this year. For more information, guidelines and application forms, please visit: https://www. bcartscouncil.ca/guidelines/artists/youth/scholarship_awards. html
Greater Victoria Region and from around B.C. Now being a resident here in Sooke, he says it’s his way of giving something back for the natural beauty and coolness of the people who’ve inspired him. “When you change residence and move
someplace else, especially a place like this, you have to give to the community, show what you can do,” Holder said. “Sooke is a small town, very country and I love country, it’s really nice.”
Sooke Says
Just for You
Thank You!
We would like to thank all involved, ambulance, fire, Westshore Police and VGH Emergency staff. Special thanks to the ones going to work that made the time and effort to stop and help. For those that were inconvenienced on Monday morning April 13th by our head on collision that is the price we pay for living in paradise.
Sincerely Christina and Barry Sullivan
Community
Calendar Thurs Apr 23OD
TODDLERTIME
At the Sooke Library 10:30 to 11 a.m.,Hands-on activities for ages 18-36 months. Register at 250642-3022. ADULT WALKING GROUP SEAPARC 10-11 a.m. Registration required. 250642-8000. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION CRIBBAGE 7 P.M. BINGO Sr’s Drop-In Centre, 12:45-3 p.m. Sooke Community Hall BABYTIME On the first Thursday of each month, 2 p.m. Sooke Library.
Fri Apr 24ital
SAT APR 25
Free lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holy Trinity Church. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Steak Night, 6-7:30 p.m. Karaoke 8-11 p.m. SOOKE SENIOR’S BUS Lunch and shopping trips to Victoria. Call June 250642-2032 for information. SACRED CHANT CIRCLE 7:30 p.m. Sooke Yoga & Wellness, Hope Centre. 6750 West Coast Road. ARTIFACTS ART SHOW at the Sooke Region Museum VI EMERG PREP CONF. Prestige Hotel to Apr. 26, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Meat draw 3 p.m. EMCS STUDENT ART SHOW South Shore Gallery 12-4 THE KICKS Sooke Legion 7:30 p.m. SOOKE TALENT SHOW EMCS, 7-10 p.m. PLANT SALE Knox Church 9 a.m. -1 p.m. SOOKE GARDEN CLUB 44th PLANT SALE Evergreen Centree, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. FALL FAIR MARKET Upstairs at the Sooke Community Hall, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tables $10, call 250-474-5771.
VITAL VITTLES
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION
SHOPPERS 250-642-5229
DRUG MART
COMMUNITY CALENDAR DEADLINE: THURSDAY @ 3PM Items for Community Calendar must be non-commercial and free to the public. Please limit to 25 words.
Sun Apr 26A
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Sunday breakfast brunch, 9-12:30 p.m., $5. Blue Grass Music, 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. Drop in pool tournament every second Sunday.
Directory: Where to find what
Mon Apr 27 PARENT PARENT & TOT DROP-IN
Child, Youth, & Family Centre, 9:30-11. 250 642-5152. CALLING ALL QUILTERS Knox Pres. Church. All welcome. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call 250-642-0789 for info. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Euchre 6:30 p.m. SOOKE SENIOR’S BUS Ayre Manor Residents trips. EMERG PREP MEETING Council Chambers 7 p.m.
Child, Youth & Family Centre: 6672 Wadams Way Family Medical Clinic: 1300-6660 Sooke Rd Holy Trinity Church: 1952 Murray Rd Knox Presbyterian Church: 2110 Church Rd Legion #54: 6726 Eustace Rd Library: 2065 Anna Marie Rd Museum: 2070 Phillips Rd Peoples Drug Mart: 8-6716 Sooke Rd SEAPARC: 2168 Phillips Rd St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church: 2191 Townsend Rd Sooke Senior’s Bus: $15 annual membership. 250-642-4662 Municipal Hall: 2205 Otter Point Rd Sooke Community Hall: 2037 Sheilds Rd.
Tues Apr 28
Wed Apr 29
Returning to Work/ Daycare. At the Child, Youth and Family Centre, from 10-11:30 a.m. 250642-5464.
People’s Drug Mart hosts a walking club, 9:15 a.m. PARENT DISCUSSION GROUP Sooke Child, Youth, and Family Centre, 9:30-11:00 a.m. (250) 642-5152 for info. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Dominos 10 a.m. Shuffleboard, 6:30 p.m. NASCAR POOL Meet and Pick, Sooke Legion 7 p.m.
BABY TALK
YOUTH CLINIC
Ages 13 - 25, 4-7 p.m. Family Medical Clinic. KNITTING CIRCLE
Sooke Library, 6:30–8:00 p.m. Free, all levels. Dropin. 250-642-3022. STORYTIME Ages 3-5, 10:30-11 a.m. Sooke Library. Free but call 250-642-3022 to register CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS 7:15 p.m. Holy Trinity Church. WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Sooke Harbour House. 7-9 p.m. Ongoing every 2nd Tuesday of the month. BOOKS FOR BREAKFAST Shirley Comm Hall
WALKING GROUP
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École Poirier choir wins award at fine arts festival The École Poirier Elementary Choir participated in the Greater Victoria Fine Arts Festival on April 13, 2015, performing at First Metropolitan United Church. The choir is the first from Sooke to participate in the GVPAF and was warmly welcomed by the choral section volunteers. The fifty-three students from Grades 2-5, directed by Sandi Arts
and Caledonia Robertson, sang two pieces for adjudicator Dr. Adam Con, and were delighted to be chosen to receive the Adjudicator’s Choice J. Phillip Fawcett Spirit Award for their performance. This group of very committed singers rehearses throughout the school year, most often during their lunch period. They perform at many school assemblies, and visit Ayre
Manor to share their music each Christmas. The Sooke public will see and hear their voices and music, along with students from Saseenos, John Muir, Journey, and Sooke Elementary, on Music Monday, May 4, as they take to the streets and businesses around town to raise awareness of the importance of music in schools.
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If you are looking for things to do in Sooke chalk up your cue and play some billiards at the Sooke Legion.
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1. Go play a round at Sooke’s par three golf course- Demamiel Creek on Throup Road. It costs $16 for nine holes and on seniors’ day you can play 18 holes for the price of nine. The course opens in April. Call 250-6422500. 2. Go camping. Take the kids and head for the French Beach or Juan de Fuca campsites. For front country camping at China Beach you pay $18/ night; at Goldstream $35/night and French Beach $26/night. Rates differ for group campsites. Fee schedules for all camping can be found at:http://www. env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/ fees/ Many beaches offer just tenting sites for those who choose to walk in. Check with BC
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Wolf cull ends with 84 killed
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Pretty in pink Moss Cottage at the Sooke Region Museum is surrounded by native plants. It is a great place to visit whether you are from Sooke or places far away. The museum captures the history of the Sooke region through displays, dioramas and artifacts.
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That sick-looking arbutus may not be This time of year routinely affects native broad-leafed evergreen Mike Davies
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Spring has sprung. The clocks have been reset to give us an extra hour of daylight – possibly getting us outside in the wild a bit more often for a bit longer periods of time. One of the things you may notice while you’re out in the wonders of nature around the West Shore is fungus, particularly on the arbutus trees around. You may even have a few in your yard you’re wondering or worried about. Many of you are, apparently, as Natural Resources Canada gets a ton of calls this time of year about whether their arbutus trees are sick or dying. “You can think of your arbutus tree as a salad bar for insects and fungal disease,”
says Brenda Callan, a scientist with Natural Resources Canada at the Pacific Forestry Centre on Burnside Road West. Known elsewhere as the Pacific madrone or madrona, arbutus trees on Vancouver Island are at the northern most extent of their natural range, Callan says, and it doesn’t take much for them to become stressed. They cling to shorelines and rocky areas where they can outgrow Douglas fir, digging their roots into marginal sites, making them more at risk for disease or stress from adverse weather. This doesn’t mean the sick-looking arbutus on your property is dying, however. “Arbutus trees always look their worst in spring, before the old spotty and winter-damaged, browned leaves are cast in the summer” says Callan. Arrays of organisms can cause leaf and twig blackening, and arbutuses are especially prone to winter damage. Over a dozen differ-
but normally it only causes disease symptoms when the trees are stressed by other factors such as drought or winter wind damage. A tree heavily affected by this fungus can go into a downward spiral of decline, and in this weakened state, other agents might join in and finish the tree off. The good news is that by mid-spring the majority of arbutus trees will have healthy green buds. In summer, most of the affected leaves will fall off. Once the old blotchy leaves are gone and the new leaves are fully flushed, most trees will look healthy again. How you can help your arbutus
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An arbutus tree with fungus which causes cankers. ent leaf spot fungi will cause brown leaves, she says. “If you look closely, you may find evidence of leaf-mining
insects such as windy tracks. That’s where a little burrowing insect has gotten into the leaf and eaten it away. “Neofusicoccum
arbuti, a fungus that occurs naturally in this region, can cause stem and branch cankers and some of the branch dieback,” adds Callan,
Insects, disease and wildfires thin out older and weaker trees as part of a natural ecosystem process. But homeowners can help their arbutus trees through activities like fertilizing, and pruning dead branches as soon as they are discovered. Callan also
recommends avoiding watering foliage to decrease the spread of fungal spores, and gathering fallen leaves in early fall. If you plant under an arbutus, choose drought resistant plants, as too much watering promotes other organisms that will harm the tree. You should also avoid parking on unpaved areas under arbutus trees as compacted soil may stress the trees. Trees will also react poorly if they have grown in a protected area and are suddenly exposed to excess sunlight and wind as a result of clearing trees around them. If you have questions or concerns about the trees in your area, or would like more tips on how you can help keep them healthy, contact Callan at the Pacific Forestry Centre at Brenda. Callan@NRCan-RNCan. gc.ca, call 250-363-0600 or visit nrcan.gc.ca. mdavies@goldstreamgazette.com
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Leave newborn wildlife where they belong - in the wild When it comes to newborn wild animals, mother always knows best, and so with fawning and calving season underway, provincial biologists are reminding people that newborn deer, elk or moose should not be touched or moved when encountered. People who find these newborns alone often mistakenly believe they have been abandoned, but usually their mother has only left them temporarily, and will return. Intervening in these situations by ‘rescuing’ the fawn or calf is rarely necessary and will usually do more harm than good.
It is normal for mother deer, elk and other ungulates to leave their young alone for long periods, returning a few times a day to nurse, and relying on the newborn’s lack of scent to protect them from predators. Returning mothers that find humans or pets nearby may leave or can become aggressive to defend their offspring from the perceived threat. The mother will return if the young is left alone. Although these newborns may appear abandoned, it is rarely the case, and if they are removed they will be orphaned. While pro-
true mother. This is true not just for deer; many mammals leave their young alone for long periods of time, only to return to feed them at regular intervals. So, if you encounter a young deer or calf in the wild at this time of the year, appreciate the experience, but don’t approach or intervene. Quick Facts: If you find a fawn or calf that you think may be orphaned, here’s what you should do: Pirjo Raits photo
Most fawns have their mothers nearby and are not lost or abandoned. fessional wildlife rehabilitation facilities in some areas of B.C. can
successfully rear these newborns, there is no maternal care and their
chances of survival are far less than if they had been raised by their
* If it is lying quietly, leave it alone and leave the area. Your presence will discourage the mother from returning.
* Keep all children and especially dogs away from the area. * If you think the fawn or calf is not being cared for by its mother, return the next day to check. If it is in the exact same spot, it may be injured or orphaned. Contact a wildlife rehabilitator as soon as possible, but do not touch or move the animal. * Do not touch or feed the animal. Learn More: To find a wildlife rehabilitator near you, visit the Wildlife Rehabilitators Network of British Columbia at: http://www.wrnbc.org/ contact/find-a-localrehabilitator/
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Later Life Rambings: Capital Regional District History
Shirley Lowe
History has a huge effect on our lives. The teachings and examples we follow are a culmination of the models of each generation. The Victorian Age from 1837 to 1901 was a huge influence on our grandparents and parents. History recalls it was an age that began with entitlement. The upper class did not work. Income came from inherited land and investment. Class distinction was rampant. It was highly moralistic, the language straitlaced with Victorian morality. Fifteen million immigrants left the United Kingdom for the U.S.A, Canada, New Zealand and Australia. The adventurous became our ancestors who struggled to make a living, follow the laws, rules and religions they brought with them. For many the only book for guidance was the bible. It was many years later when there was enough prosperity to finally question the rigid rules for living. Many rules went against human desires, normal behav-
Notice of Public Hearing
ior and the right to be Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Sections 890, 891 and 892 of the Local Government Act, that a Public Hearing: an individual. held at: Port Renfrew Community Centre InWill thebe 1950’s we were at:follow the 6638 Deering Road, Port Renfrew, BC still Located trying to On:but much of realTuesday, May 5, 2015 starting at 7pm model ity was suppressed and To consider adoption of an amendment to Bylaw No. 3109: denied. People were Bylaw No. 3986 - cited as “Comprehensive Community Development Plan for Port Renfrew, Bylaw No. 1, 2003, Amendment Bylaw No. 7, 2014”. still trying to “keep a purpose Bylaw No. 3986 is to amend Bylaw No. 3109, Comprehensive Community Development Plan for Port Renfrew, Bylaw No. 1, 2003, by amending stiff The upper lip”.of Magazines were Section 4.4 toprinting include residential uses, by amending Section 17 to clarify wording and by deleting the easterly portion of Lot 1, District Lot 17, Renfrew District, Plan articles with suggesVIP79040 from the Residential designation and adding it to the Tourism Commercial designation and by deleting the easterly portion of Lot 1, District Lot 17, Renfrew tions on child rearing, from the Community Residential One (CR-1) zone and deleting the westerly portion of Lot 1, District Lot 17, Renfrew District, Plan VIP79040 from District, Plan VIP79040 health, marriage and One (TC-1) zone and adding the entire parcel to a new Tourist Commercial 1A (TC-1A) zone for the purpose of reconciling existing land use with the Tourism Commercial individuality. Self-help the property’s land use designation and zoning (17242/17245 Parkinson Road – Coastal Kitchen/Hicks), shown on maps below. books started to surface. It was becoming a more relaxed way of life. Censorship was still keeping us innocent and married people had twin beds in the movies. There was a drastic shift in the 60’s when youth rebelled and openly exchanged the model to free thinking and free love. They seemed to turn against the establishment and for a while made their own rules. It was written that “in the 60’s people took acid to make the world weird now the world is weird and people take Prozac to make it normal”. Each era creates a different confusion and stress as we try to figshould be reviewed to determine specifically how particular lands may be affected. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected ure The outactual whatBylaw is best. the proposed Bylaw will be provided an opportunity to be heard, or to present written submissions, on matters contained in the proposed Bylaw. A copy of Thebypendulum swings Bylaw No.to3986 and other relevant documents and information may be inspected at the Juan de Fuca Local Area Services Building, 3-7450 Butler Road, fromproposed one extreme another. Dare BC webetween hope the hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday to May 5, 2015, excluding statutory holidays, and are available from the CRD website at Otter Point, thatwww.crd.bc.ca/jdf. one day there will be “a happy medium”. Written submissions Soren Kierkegaard 20th should be sent to Juan de Fuca Planning, by mail to 3-7450 Butler Road, Sooke, BC, V9Z 1N1; by email to jdfinfo@crd.bc.ca or by fax at 250.642.5274. Written century philosopher submissions should be received no later than noon on May 5, 2015 to ensure availability at the Public Hearing. Submissions will also be accepted Publica Hearing. Following the close of the Public Hearing, no further submissions or comments from the public or interested persons can be accepted wrote “Lifeatisthenot by theto CRDbeBoard of Directors. problem solved, but The a reality be expePublicto Hearing on Bylaw No. 3986 will be held by the Alternate Director, as a delegate of the Board of the CRD. A copy of the CRD Board resolution making the rienced”. Youislive, you for public inspection along with a copy of the bylaw referred to in this notice. delegation available learn and you upgrade. For further information, Shirley Lowe contact June Klassen, Manager, Local Area Planning at 250.642.8101. S. Santarossa, Corporate Officer
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Dr. Smith: Understanding self-harm Why is my child doing this?
Dr. David Smith “Why would my daughter do this?” That is what bewildered parents plead to me and other mental health professionals in BC too often these days. The youth — often but not always— is a female between ages 10 and 19 who is being treated for one of a variety of forms of self harm. Self-harm exists along a spectrum anywhere from self-injuries such as cutting herself with a sharp object, repeatedly hitting herself, or burning herself, or sometimes even poisoning herself with medications or noxious substances. In the last five years, children and youth rates for hospitalization and ER visits for self-harm have soared. This past November a special Canadian study on self-harm found that since 2009 self-harm hospitalization rates for girls have increased by more than 110 per cent and ER visits by 98 per cent. While hospitalization rates for self harm were four times more common among girls, rates among boys had also increased substantially in the study. What is going on? While good research about self harm is just emerging, my mental health colleagues and I believe some reasons may be worth further investigation : feelings of disconnection among youth from loved ones and from themselves;
youth feeling insignificant and unworthy; the dominant 24/7 online culture that magnifies bullying and social pressure and ramps up stress; and the normalization of self harm that youth find via the Internet. As well, self-harm, rather than being hidden or dismissed as in the past, is now being more recognized. At the heart of most self harm is usually psychological pain and a disordered way of coping with unbearable feelings or an inability to regulate emotional responses under stressful situations (somewhat similar to various addictions or eating disorders). Youth will often tell me that only way to relieve their emotional pain is by hurting themselves. Sometimes it is the lack of feeling that compels them to self harm. Youth will say they feel empty, numb, as if they don’t exist: “Feeling the pain feels better than feeling nothing at all.” For others, it gives a sense of control , that rather than being the victim of others inflicting pain on them, they are the ones controlling their own pain. While self-harm occurs among BC youth from all sectors of society, it is more common among youth who are socially or economically disadvantaged; who have past trauma, neglect or abuse; who have other diagnosed mental health conditions or other illnesses; and who have uncertainty about their sexual orientation or who have recently come out in the youth LGBQT community. While self-injury such as cutting and burning is usually distinct from direct suicidal behaviour, youth who selfharm in these ways are many times more likely
than the general population to eventually complete suicide. So it is very important that the youth gets effective help. I am particularly concerned that self harm in the form of ingesting poison — taking high doses of over -thecounter medication, prescription medication or ingesting a noxious substance —often represents a true suicide attempt in youth. Parents and health professionals must take poisoning actions very seriously and ensure the youth gets appropriate, urgent help through emergency services. In non-urgent selfharm situations, the first step is to see your family doctor or contact the Child and Youth Mental Health program provided by the Ministry of Children and Family Development in your region. Call Service BC at 1-800661-8773 for the MCFD office nearest to you. Good information and support can be found through links at the Canadian Mental Health Association (cmha.ca ), the Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre (keltyresources. ca) and heretohelp. bc.ca. As well , an excellent resource is the website for the National Interdisciplinary Network on Self-Harm , led by Dr. Mary Kay Nixon, a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Victoria (insync-group.ca). Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying issues that are causing the pain and teaching the youth more effective coping skills and stress reduction techniques. Cognitive behavioural therapy, group therapy, and dialectic behavioural therapy can be very helpful for these skills. Medications may
Fall Fair Market coming up The Sooke Fall Fair is getting into the swing of organizing for this year’s fair, scheduled for September 5-6 at the Sooke Community Hall. Each of the weeks when they hold a market they have a highlight to focus on. Each of the focuses is based on categories in the fair. On Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. a market is being held in the Sooke Community Hall on the upper level. The market will highlight Needlecraft and ways to renew, re-stitch, reuse fabric and knitting in creative ways. Also for sale will be handcrafted, new and used, unique items, jewelry, plants, essential oils, baking. A light concession wih coffee and tea will be available. The Sooke Community Hall, located on Sheilds Road across from Mom’s Cafe is wheelchair accessible. Tables for the market are available for $10. Call to book, 250-474-5771.
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be given if co-existing depression, anxiety or psychosis are part of the underlying issues. Adults — parents, relatives, teachers, coaches, mentors— have a very important role in helping to support the youth to increase the youth’s feelings of connection. Teaching youth healthy ways to express feelings of pain and anger, and new ways to cope with life’s stresses can also help youth leave self harm behind. Dr. David Smith is an adolescent and adult psychiatrist and the medical director of the Okanagan Psychiatric services for Interior
Health. This series of columns on common child and youth mental health issues is a project of the Child and Youth Mental Health and Substances Use Collaborative. The Collaborative involves multiple individuals, organizations and ministries all working together across BC to increase the number of children, youth, and their families receiving timely access to mental health services. The Collaborative is jointly funded by Doctors of BC and the government of BC.
PUBLIC NOTICE Capital Tree service will be providing Vegetation Maintenance on behalf of BC Hydro, throughout the Municipality of Sooke effective immediately and will continue through to August. Maintenance will include pruning and removal of trees. Should you have any tree concerns contact:
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Moore, Vernon King August 11, 1922 April 9, 2015
Vern Moore passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of April 9 with Martha, his wife of almost 57 years, at his side. Vern’s life was given to the service of his country and his community. A proud Canadian Air Force veteran of WWII and a career service man, Vern retired as Corporal from the Armed Forces in 1972 with a long list of postings both in Canada and Europe. He moved his family to Sooke and continued his working life as a member of the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires, serving at Rocky Point Depot until finally retiring in 1992. Vern became a member of the Sooke Legion Br. #54 in 1986 and for his dedication as Chair of the Poppy Fund and the Scholarship Committee, he was granted Life Membership in 1997 and the Royal Canadian Legion Meritorious Service Medal in 2003. In his retirement, Vern was a champion of local arts; a regular fixture at the Sooke Fine Arts show, a season ticket holder for the Sooke Philharmonic and a member of the Sooke Community Choir for over 25 years. Anyone who attended an SCC Christmas concert will recognize his booming “Merry Christmas!� at the end of the show. He stirred the coffee vats at All Sooke Day, helped out at the Community Association conventions, and was photography section head for the Sooke Fall Fair. He was a loud supporter of Sooke ball teams at Art Morris Park. Throughout all, Vern was very involved in Knox Presbyterian church as an elder, choir member and member of many committees. Remembering him with love are his family, wife, Martha, daughter, Terrie (Steve), sons Jim and Bill, grandsons Garett Poirier, Kyle Poirier (Samantha), granddaughter Sydnee Ogden-Moore, great-grandson Kallen Poirier and numerous others welcomed into the family along the way. The family wishes to thank for their care and attention Heather Southam, Dr. Pommerville and Dr. Valley, Sooke Hospice, Contact Loan Cupboard, and all the caregivers who supported Vern in his last days. Everyone is invited to join in a celebration of Vern’s life to be held at the Sooke Legion, at 1:00 pm, Sunday, April 26. In lieu of flowers, Vern asked that people consider donating to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Legion Poppy Fund or Sooke Hospice.
Roselyn Teresa Veri March 28, 1937 – April 11, 2015 Roselyn passed away peacefully in the arms of her son, Peter on April 11, 2015. She will be missed by her 6 children: Anna, Laura, Chuck, Angie, Maggie-Rose and Peter, her grandchildren, and countless friends. Her sisters Liz and Shirley (who came from Toronto to visit her in 2011) will miss their regular phone conversations. Roselyn kept her sense of humour, her love & interest in her friends and family right up to her last breath. Early in 2012 she basked in the Hawaiian sun, and late in 2013 made a road trip down the Oregon and California coast and through the Redwood forests. Despite her failing health, her adventurous spirit moved her to explore the beaches along the way. Traveling was a new venture for her, but she caught on quickly. Special thanks to those who helped to provide care and comfort to our mother: Beacon Home Support, Dr. Yvorchuck, Dr. Owen White, Dr. Elizabeth Thompson, and a large staff of other doctors and nurses who aided her throughout the years. A service will be held on Saturday, April 25th at 2 pm, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2207 Church Rd. Sooke, BC.
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(Above) Sooke Triangle Peewees player “Storm” Spackman eagerly swings at the ball, batting it straight into the atmosphere. The Triangles were facing against the Oak Bay Carnavaron team. (Right) Mayor Maja Tait tosses a healthy first pitch at Saturday’s baseball game. Tait threw first pitch for both the 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. baseball matches that day. The new Sooke Triangle teams played their first home games at the Fred Milne baseball diamond on Saturday. Mayor Maja Tait threw out the first pitch in both games to the delight of the many Sooke fans assembled at Fred Milne Field. The first home game was a blow-out success, complemented by hot dogs and concession by Kathy Hicks and Derrick Bishop, as well as a beautiful sunny day. The Sooke Mosquitos division is man-
aged by Dave Meek and coached by Kris Bocci and assistant coaches Wayne Robinson and Rick Snyder. Taking to the field on the first game against their Juan de Fuca opponents, Sooke pitchers Cameron Bocci, Kyran Rose, Chandler Alexander, Risto Ringma and Alex Jodoin were outstanding throughout the six inning game. Burney Pedneault, Eric Neilson, Tyson Robinson, Faber Mossey, Daniel Wylie and Ryder McDonald were the backbone of
the infield and outfield making spectacular plays throughout the game and holding the score to 15-5. Players Conner Keys and Bennet Garrat were missing from the lineup. The Sooke Peewees playing Oak Bay Carnavaron were awarded their first win by default as Oak Bay failed to field a full roster of nine players. With the help of Sooke’s full roster of 12 players, the game went a full seven innings and was a thrilling match enjoyed by many fans.
Shark Bainbridge, Chris Piatkowski and Storm Spackman provided strong pitching with Piatkowski’s exceptional speed and delivery sending shivers through the Carnavaron dug-out. Sooke slugger Tyler Fogarty nearly cleared the fence with a huge shot to center field driving home two runs. The next games will be played this Saturday, April 25 at the Seaparc field. Peewees will play the first game at 2 p.m. with Mosquitos taking to the field at 5 p.m.
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Power running carries Peewee Seahawks to impressive victory
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Sooke Seahawk players helping the Warriors face off vs. Saanich Wolverines. Local Seahawk players helped the Warriors to their second consecutive victory against our x-town rivals Saanich Wolverines. In a hard fought back and forth game with the Warriors coming out on top 24-22, “machine” Carrier snapping and along with “MountainMan” LaMontagne double team blocking those massive interior lineman all day long. Owen Cheng down field blocking, Spencer
Logan had numerous tackles on defense and Jared Steele in his first game of the season had a fumble recovery with a healthy 12 yard gain. Riley Stratton also in his first tussle hammered away at those running backs all game. Next contest in two weeks against Peninsula. Coach Andy Carrier The Sooke PeeWee Seahawks outmuscled
the Peninsula Wildcats in a 42-0 win April 19 at Greenglade Community Centre in Sidney. First-year players Quin Threlfall and Riley Berfelo both scored their first (and second) ever touchdowns. Threlfall started the scoring by taking the opening kick-off all the way, then Berfelo dismissed a would-be tackler before running to the endzone on the Seahawks’ second possession.
Hunter Swift kicked both converts to put Sooke up 16-0. He also converted numerous third downs on the day, and scored just before half-time to remove any ambitions Peninsula might have had heading into the break. Swift finished three for four on convert attempts. Sooke found the endzone every time they had the ball, thanks largely to the strong blocking and power running of centers/full-
backs Anthony Tucker and James Mullen. Both were nearly flawless on their snaps, and both ran the ball effectively. Two Seahawks played their first ever games after missing the Week 1 contest. Jordan Quissy’s and Connor Warford’s effective blocking kept the offense rolling, while their stout play on the defensive line helped declaw the Wildcat’s attack. Kingston Foster, Dawson Reid and Paul Mattson rounded out the linemen corp that dominated the trenches, giving QBs Connor Keys and Brody Reinsch plenty of time to get the ball to their running backs. Both QBs also converted third and shorts with QB sneaks, and Reinsch added a fourth quarter touchdown. Wide receivers William Daoust and Simon Eskildsen both came close to hauling in passes. Eskildsen made a few key blocks on the outside, while Daoust earned the Seahawks a first down with a nice run. Sooke’s defence was anchored by the outstanding play of outside linebackers
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Marathon runners coming on the final stretch back towards Edward Milne community shcool at the Sooke 10K Frontrunners Island Race Series on Saturday.
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The Sooke News Mirror - and its in-house car nut/reporter, Octavian Lacatusu, would like to welcome our readers to a new section, Hot Car of the Week, featuring a special car from within the Sooke community. Hot this week? A 1987 Buick Regal that looks like it was cast as a Sith lord in the new Star Wars movie. It also bears the sinister looks of the iconic Buick Grand National, a turbocharged wonder from the mid1980s that not only breathed life into Buick and GM, but also showed the world that cars can, in fact, be fast again. Doug Kerr’s Regal (pictured) doesn’t sport the Grand National’s legendary turbo 3800 V6, but a more hairy-chested, old-school 305 small-block Chevy V8, capable of turning the wide rear tires into smoke. Complemented by the clean lines and jet-black paint, this is without doubt, a cool ride. The 1978 - 1987 Regal was also part of GM’s rear-wheel-drive G-Body; a chassis which gave birth to other sister cars, the Chevy Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass and Pontiac Grand Prix. Criteria for submission: Is your ride interesting? Is it a classic? Is it rare? Is it unusual, loud or all of the above? All years, makes and models are welcome, regardless of condition (either freshly restored, or if the doors are held together by prayer). Your mom’s minivan however, does not qualify, sorry. Send in your high-resolution JPEG photo along with a brief description that includes your contact info, model and year to: reporter@sookenewsmirror.com.
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Most anglers yearn for spring when the ice has receded from the lake and they can get back on the water to visit favourite fishing holes. If you are like most and start your fishing early, here are a few tips to make sure that you don’t get caught by an unexpected breakdown or emergency on the water (because who wants that when they’re out on the water on a sunny Saturday, right?) Start by reloading all your safety equipment onto the boat making sure that each piece is in proper working order and that all powered equipment have fresh batteries. You can minimize the chance of getting stranded out on the water by ensuring that all systems on the boat are mechanically sound and that the gas tank is full with fresh gas before heading out. If you have a boat with external gas tanks, having a spare full tank on hand is a sound practice. In spring, the weather can change quickly so be sure to check the (marine) forecast before you go and be familiar with you and your boat’s weather limitations. And don’t be fooled by balmy spring breezes into dressing in light clothing. The water is still very cold and has a large influence in the air temperature above it, so be prepared with warm thermal protective clothing so you won’t be cutting your time on the water short. A key piece of safety equipment is a marine radio or, where service
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Your Weekly Horoscope ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, now is a great time to take a chance and try something new. Something different may be just what you need to get back in the swing of things. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 A big change may be looming, Taurus. Think about leaving your comfort zone and trying an adventure. You never know what the experience will bring. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 There’s a lot to accomplish right now, Gemini, but distractions seem to turn up just when you get on track. Try to keep your attention focused on the tasks at hand. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 You tend to gravi-
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work this week, as a great opportunity may be coming your way and you want to be prepared. Supervisors will like that you’re on your toes.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, even though you’re excited about a planned getaway, you’re also a little apprehensive about leaving home for long. Shake off such feelings and enjoy the time away.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/ Dec 21 Sagittarius, your excitement over an upcoming revelation has you wondering how long you can keep a secret. Hang in there a few more days, and all will work out just fine.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, trust your own instincts when an unusual situation arises. Others will offer advice, but you will be most satisfied if you go with your gut. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a friend reenters your life this week and you are better for it. Enjoy this rekindled friendship and set aside some time to catch up and share a few laughs. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, be alert at
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Looking Back Model engineers The next meeting of the Otter Point Model Engineers Club will be on Sunday, April 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the Otter Point clubrooms, 8354 West Coast Road. Entertainment will include 8-mm films of the English locomotives and movies of the Mattocks Farm commercial miniature railway. It will also be auction night and those who attend are invited to bring anything of a mechanical nature that they don’t need. April 23, 1980
Property purchased for future fire hall Approximately three acres of property between Goodmere and Lincroft Streets in Sooke have been purchased by the Sooke Fire Protection District as the probable future site of a new fire hall in the village. Announcement of the $50,000 purchase was made at the district’s annual general meeting last Thursday by John McKay, chairman of the trustees. April 23, 1975
Sooke Crisis Centre looks to change focus There may not be a sign on the building, and the office may have gotten smaller, but there’s still a lot of activity behind the door of the Sooke Crisis and Referral Centre. While the provincial government has cut funding for an on-site counsellor, the crisis centre is struggling to provide three remaining programs including the Victim Services program with the RCMP, the Child Caregivers Program, and a crisis line. The crisis centre opened its doors in December 1989 and has been in the same building ever since. But this year, after it lost a Ministry of Health contract, the centre downsized, moving into a smaller office in the building. April 26, 1995
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Despite the best efforts of the Regional Director and the Sooke Festival Society there will be no Spanish royalty attending Sooke’s bicentennial celebration in June, but they hope to get the next best thing - a count. Spanish ambassador Antonio J. Fournier visited Sooke last week to announce that Count de Reveille de Gigedo, a descendant of the governor of Mexico after whom Sooke was originally named, is expected to attend the celebrations on June 23. April 27, 1990
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