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The owner of the 55-foot boat that washed ashore in the middle of Cadboro Bay beach early on Dec. 5 is offended the District of Saanich and media have referred to it as derelict. Cyril Manuel was living on the vessel, the Pacific Sun King, for six years until last Friday’s violent storm forced the 40-tonne boat to drag anchor from a spot midpoint in the bay. Prior to last week, Manuel lived in Esquimalt waters near the navy base. “I just paid $600 to get towed here, it took me two attempts,” said Manuel, who was at the boat salvaging tools and personal belongings Monday night. “I take offence to the term ‘derelict,’ I’ve been a boater for 15 years.” Manuel was there with his girlfriend long past nightfall Monday as they took advantage of low tide. He interacted with sympathetic beachgoers and also posted a sign on shore asking for patience and understanding from local residents and beach visitors while he tried to recover from the situation. “Esquimalt was squeezing me out,” Manuel said. “I was threatened by the harbourmaster, the RCMP was going to visit me. So I wasted all my money getting here and now I’m broke.” Manuel said he is willing to do anything he can to recover the boat, and is considering giving it away.

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Cyril Manuel with his Pacific Sun King boat that washed up in Cadboro Bay during the early hours of the 90 km/h windstorm on Dec. 5. Manuel is upset the boat is being referred to as derelict. “It’s my home, I was trying to save it.” “Take it, use it, or if anyone can help me recover it, please.” His arrival on shore is an intense story that includes a daring escape from the Pacific Sun King. Manuel said the waves were so big, it took five minutes to get into the skiff. He then “literally surfed” the skiff to shore, with his girlfriend aboard, guiding it with a paddle through a series of huge waves. “People try to make it look like I’m the bad one, like live-aboards are the bad ones, but I’m the one who lost a home here,” Manuel said. Manuel said he was lucky to survive as he and his girlfriend endured the hours-long storm with waves higher than the boat. Manuel described rollers that reminded him of the Perfect Storm, but had faith his ship, built of concrete and rebar, would endure. “As a live-aboard anchor boater, it’s not that I was planning to leave my boat and run off. Now I’m left with no home, I’m left feeling like I’m some outcast,” he said. “I’m

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ICBC and Saanich Police are reminding holiday party-goers there’s no excuse for driving impaired. The provincial insurance corporation has once again partnered with police departments province-wide, including Saanich Police, to deliver the CounterAttack road checks in December. “This time of year CounterAttacks can be anywhere, anytime. People can expect to see officers out and about,” said Saanich Police Sgt. Steve Eassie. He said the road checks are well received by the driving public, with many eager to share their commitment to safety. “People are proud that they’ve got a designated driver. We actually get people who are excited because there isn’t always a road check to show us that they’ve planned a safe ride. They’re to be commended for that.” Despite the success of CounterAttack over the past two decades approximately 27 per cent of car crash fatalities are still related to impaired driving, according to ICBC. Because of CounterAttack,

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Sgt. Steve Eassie and the Saanich Police are once again partnering with ICBC for the annual CounterAttack program to crack down on driving under the influence throughout the holiday season. Saanich Police has seen a reduction in the instances of impaired driving. Saanich Police has also

combined with VicPD and the CRD Integrated Road Safety Unit for the ninth annual “Light Up the Highway,” a program that

stretches the length of Vancouver Island and aims to remove impaired drivers from the road during the holiday season.

“It’s also important that would-be drivers remember all roadside impaired driving chargers begin as criminal charges. Even non-criminal tickets can lead to a three, seven or 30-day vehicle impoundment,” Eassie said. During the month of December Saanich Police will hold road checks at dedicated time periods as well as additional road blocks, with added staffing levels. “Road checks will turn up virtually anywhere, at anytime, though the majority are late afternoon into early evening, and late evening into the early morning,” Eassie said. Earlier this year ICBC released some of the top excuses police officers hear at road checks. Some of the top excuses in B.C. are: n “My girlfriend/boyfriend was too drunk to make it home from the bar, so I’m going to pick her up.” n “I’m an idiot.” n “But I have a driver’s licence, no one else had a driver’s licence.” n “I don’t feel drunk.” n “I’m only two blocks from home.” n “Mom told me to bring the truck home.” reporter@saanichnews.com

Police warn teenage girls could be a target for bus stop flasher Saanich Police believe three separate incidents – two of them cases of indecent exposure – were likely committed by the same culprit. The first incident – which Saanich Police released last week – took place at about 8 a.m. on Dec. 3 in the 400 block of Boleskine Road. In that case a male suspect entered the bus stop and began asking questions of a vulgar and sexual nature to a teenage girl then exposed his penis and began to masturbate. The next morning, a similar incident began to unfold at about 8:35 a.m., at a bus stop on Shelbourne Street near McRae Avenue, said Saanich Police Sgt. Steve Eassie. A female in her teens was sitting

alone at the bus stop awaiting arrival of the bus when an unidentified male approached her and began speaking to her in a sexual manner, making lewd and sexually explicit comments. The female was uncomfortable and disturbed by the comments and was able to board a bus upon its arrival moments later. “The bus may have come before he could commit the act,” Eassie said. On Monday at approximately 8:30 p.m. a male followed a teenaged girl up Cedar Hill Road near the intersection to Cedar Hill X Road. The girl was walking alone and believed she was being watched and followed by the male. At some point, he was able to get in front of her, pull down his pants,

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said. “We cannot definitively connect the three instances at this time.” Females in their mid-teens, or who appear so, are being advised to remain vigilant and alert. Anyone who may have been approached by the suspect is asked to come forward to police. “If this happens, people need to let us know about it right away. Any delay and we’re not as likely to find anyone in the area,” Eassie said. Anyone that may have information relating any of these incidents, or who may have information concerning the identity of the suspect, is asked to contact the Saanich Police Department at 250-4754321 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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“In the end, the plan is virtually the same as it was in 2012. Council, for whatever reasons, believe the proposal is now worthy of endorsement, we always believed it was.” The property was recently relieved of its Agricultural Land Reserve status. It was also removed from Saanich’s Environmental Travis Paterson Development Permit Area atlas, escaping the News Staff bylaw that’s since become publicly contested. Alberg credited the new faces on council for The Alberg family cattle farm and feedlot on bringing the development proposal for 1516 Mount Douglas Cross Road is history. Mount Doug X Rd. back to the table in 2015, After 10 years of back and forth with Saanich ending a process that began 10 years ago. and council, a 16-lot Alberg development Coun. Fred Haynes asked council to proposal will go forward. Council unanimously reconsider the proposal, which hinged on the passed the rezoning application to allow farm’s removal from the ALR, in May. That smaller lot sizes on the 1.6-hectare property on The Centre of Your Community ended a stalemate, one of many since 2006. The Monday. TO difference being that since 2013, the Albergs It’s the final “piece of theUP puzzle,” said Don On Royal Oak Drive off the Pat Bay Highway. have used the land as a cattle feedlot. Alberg, who spoke for his brother Gordon www.Broadmeadvillage.ca FINANCING Alberg, sister Florence Davis, and their The Alberg siblings grew up on the farm, T:8.5" FOR UP TO where mom Vera was known for having cattle respective families. OR previously. Since the 1980s, the land was marked for residential development and to be MONTHS removed from the ALR by the local area plan. However, controversy grew as former mayor IN DISCOUNTS Frank Leonard and council refused to permit ĭ FINANCING † ON SELECT MODELS AND AWARDING YOU GREAT SAVINGS FOR UP TO rezoning and approval of a development UP TO NOVEMBER 2ND proposal until the land was removed from the OFFER ENDS MONTHS ON FINANCING OFFERS ALR. But the Albergs believed both could be FINANCING done simultaneously, ensuring Saanich (who FOR UP TO they didn’t trust), would indeed approve the OR development, and they wouldn’t be left with a MONTHS lot they could neither farm nor develop. There was also threats from Leonard to IN DISCOUNTS UP refuse a tree removal permit in 2014, despite ON SELECT MODELSĭ TO T:8.5" IN DISCOUNTS ALR rules permitting tree removal for farm use. MAXIMUM DISCOUNT ND OFFER ENDS NOVEMBER 2 ON 2015 OPTIMA HYBRID In the end, the councils were well intentioned but it was the wrong place to do it, Alberg said. ON SELECT MODELS T:8.5" “Saving farmland is paramount to me. I’m a farmer myself, I have a real appreciation for FINANCING † FOR UP TO the preservation of good productive land,” he 2015 SORENTO said. “That just happened to be a place not well “HIGHEST RANKED COMPACT MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLE “HIGHEST RANKED MIDSIZE SUV MONTHS ON FINANCING OFFERS IN INITIAL QUALITY IN THE U.S.” BY J.D. POWER IN INITIAL QUALITY IN THE U.S.” BY J.D. POWER located for that exercise. The biologist report for SORENTO, SOUL 2015 2016 said it was incapable of supporting any kind of MONTHS ON FINANCING OFFERS 2.4L agriculture.” Soul SX Sorento soil-bound SX OR 1.6L LX AT LX FWD Luxury shown Turbo AWD shown As for the timeline moving ahead, Alberg says the family is uncertain just when construction THAT’S LIKE PAYING ONLY THAT’S LIKE PAYING ONLY LEASE $ LEASE $UP MONTHLY MONTHLY could begin. TO 2015 SORENTO IN DISCOUNTS FROM FROM UP MAXIMUM DISCOUNT “HIGHEST RANKED COMPACT MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLE “HIGHEST RANKED MIDSIZE SUV TO IN DISCOUNTSIN INITIAL QUALITY ON 2015 OPTIMA HYBRID $INITIAL QUALITYΩWEEKLY $ IN THE U.S.” BYΩJ.D.WEEKLY “Whether we partner with [a developer] or IN IN THE U.S.” BY J.D. POWER POWER % APR FOR % APR FOR sell it, we don’t know. When we started this SORENTO,SOUL SOUL $850 $1,800 2015 2016 & Optima SX AT Turbo shown LX AT & ON SELECT MODELS DOWN AT Soul SX 60 MONTHS DOWN AT 60 MONTHS 2.4L Sorento SX ON SELECT MODELS we were 10 years younger and none of us were 1.6L LX AT & LX FWD Luxury shown Turbo AWD shown INCLUDES $500 CREDIT INCLUDES collecting old age pension. Now I’m 70 and I’m % APR $ $ $ FORONLY LEASE THAT’S LIKE PAYING ONLY THAT’S LIKE PAYING LEASE $ the youngest.” MONTHLY MONTHLY 2 , 000 LEASE FROM BI WEEKLY $1,950 DOWN AT ≠ ORENTO, OPTIMA, SEDONA, SOUL FROM FROM 36 MONTHS Ω Ω reporter@saanichnews.com CREDIT ≠ $ $

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Shootings highlight need for stricter gun control Two weeks after a deranged gunmen walked into a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado, killing three people and wounding nine others, his crime has almost been forgotten. The sensational crimes of Robert Lewis Dear Jr. were drowned out by the hail of gunfire that left 14 dead in San Bernardino, Calif. The husband and wife killers responsible for that crime, who also happened to be Muslims, have been fixtures on the nightly news for the past week. But before long, they too will fade into memory. Reports that the U.S. has logged more than 350 mass shootings this year are shocking. And, according to details shared by those who have tracked the violence, multiple mass shootings have taken place on a single day five times. It should come as no surprise that the gun-control debate is heating up south of the border. When the issue of gun control is raised in the U.S. or here in Canada, opponents to such regulations argue the laws make no difference to those with a criminal mind and a determination to do lethal damage. While it is true that no legislation can prevent someone from acting out on their violent intentions, we can certainly reduce the damage they can inflict by limiting the types of weapons at their disposal. Those who hunt for food have a legitimate need to possess arms. But hunters have no need for the assault-style weapons that were used in the California shootings or the high-capacity magazines that allow shooters to fire off up to 30 rounds without reloading. Those type of weapons and ammunition were designed for a single purpose: killing human beings. And there is no legitimate reason for them to be on the streets. Stricter gun control certainly won’t prevent every mass shooting. But if it can stop even one more of these tragedies from occurring it is worth the inconvenience to law-abiding firearm owners. Because doing nothing can no longer be an option, without running the risk that mass shootings become so common they are no longer considered news at all. What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: editor@saanichnews.com or fax 250-3862624. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The SAANICH NEWS is a member of the National Newsmedia Council, which is an independent organization established to deal with acceptable journalistic practices and ethical behaviour. If you have concerns about editorial content, please contact: editor@ saanichnews.com or call 250-480-3262. If you are not satisfied with the response and wish to file a formal complaint, visit the web site at mediacouncil.ca or call toll-free 1-844-8771163 for additional information.

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Saanich bears responsibility for property owner’s actions It appears that Mr Vanderkerkove is smarter than some of the Saanich councillors. Twenty years ago, the CRD told him they wanted a portion of his land for a sewage treatment site. The enjoyment of his land was put on hold while the CRD did their research. They spent thousands of taxpayer’s dollars examing his farm as a suitable location. Like most Saanich residents would be, he wasn’t pleased with the CRD intrusion but he did not want to be a NIMBY. Over time, he believed his property would suit the needs of the capital region. But the CRD kept their decision on his property in “nevernever land” as the CRD has deep pockets with little public accountability. After a couple of years of stress, frustration and little consultation, he learned that his property was no longer under consideration. Since then, he has proposed several ideas for his property. Saanich has rejected his applications, hasn’t returned his calls and basically ignored him. Recently, Mr. Vanderkerkhove spent $100,000 on consultants fees proposing his property as a sewage treatment facility with resource recovery. It was offered for rent, lease or sale. As part of the negotiable agreement,

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the forest would have hidden the sewage treatment facility. With flexibility, some of the property might have been donated as a park, housed some homeless or possibly been used for extended care accommodations, being so close to the Victoria General Hospital. Once again, some incumbents on council rejected his proposal and refused to send it forward for public scrutiny. Like a band of pampered cats, they turned up their noses at the thought of Saanich farmland being considered as a litter box for Victoria. They ignored his invitation to see the potential of onsite resource recovery to supply the hospital with heat, light and electrical energy. The facility would have removed the hospital’s pharmaceuticals, antibacterial resistant viruses and toxic chemicals that continue to flow freely through the Clover Point outfall. Now, we are learning that the B.C. government may consider purchasing B.C. farmland for the future. It won’t come cheap. Perhaps the intention is to prevent land speculation by offshore investors. Or maybe, Mr. Vanderkerkhove’s 30 acres of agricultural land might be considered to grow medicinal marijuana, as it grows like a weed. B.C. Liquor stores

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will boost their profits, government will increase tax revenues and the distribution could be through farm stands, perhaps known as the road-side buddies. I would have preferred to see the trees stand, but one can sense the anger of his clear-cut decision. It would have been so easy for Saanich to have listened and been a willing, co-operative partner. Now, they are red-faced over Mr. Vanderkerkhove’s green-thumb. They should be ashamed and they are the one’s to blame. They’ve reaped what they have sown. Art Bickerton Saanich

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The old man still has it, if 27 can be considered old. The joke is only funny because Ryan Cochrane, who is nine years removed from swimming in the 2006 Pan Pacific Championships at Saanich Commonwealth Place, has reason to believe he’s as fast now as he ever was. “In the sets we do to measure yourself I’m doing better than ever and I didn’t think that would happen at 27 years old,” Cochrane said on Tuesday. The two-time Olympic medalist was named the Canadian male swimmer of the year on Tuesday for the eighth straight year. Winning the award caps an emotionally and physically draining year in which Cochrane’s coach of 13 years, Randy Bennett, died from cancer in April at the age of 51. Bennett was the coach of Canada’s top senior national teams at every major international competition since 2009, including the 2012 Olympic Games. “I think we underestimated the toll the entire year took on us emotionally,” Cochrane said. “We threw ourselves back into work, at the end of the year we noticed just

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Last month a trio of boats showed up in a similar storm. One sailboat was towed away by its owner. A second boat was towed back into the bay by Saanich and moored. The third was deemed a hazard for polluting the beach with hypodermic needles, which expedited the removal process through the federal government’s receiver of wrecks, Laidlaw said. However, as far as the Pacific Sun King is concerned, Manuel is to be held responsible for its removal, at least for now. “Saanich is not in a position legally to deal with the removal of the boat,” said Laidlaw. If Manuel can’t afford to remove the boat, seaworthy or

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Elaine Tanner’s imagination is just as vivid as when she was a child. The 64-year-old Saanich resident and Olympic Hall of Famer has never lost her sense of wonder and curiosity as some people do when they get older. “I’ve always had a child-like imagination. Everybody really should never lose their sense of wonder,” Tanner said. “I’ve always been a curious cat. Children always look at things that adults just pass by, but I’ve never been like that. I think it keeps you really young and youthful.” Even stuffed animals have meaning for Tanner. A year-and-a-half ago, her husband John brought home a stuffed monkey he found in a clearance bin just after the holidays. She named

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Physical literacy helping kids get into the game PISE program provides recreational activities for children with cancer Jacob Zinn News Staff

A new program at PISE is working to help children with cancer get the physical exercise they need. Last week, the Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence celebrated the launch of its physical literacy program, which gives children with cancer a fun and supportive atmosphere to participate in developmentally appropriate recreational activities. The children play games with numerous volunteers and members of the Camosun Chargers to ensure they receive a healthy amount of physical activity. Physical literacy is described as “the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities for life.” “When most people think of kids with cancer, they picture very sick children incapable of running and participating in physical activities,” said Susan Kerr, patient family liaison with the Pediatric Oncology Families in Victoria, at the event. “While that can be true at certain stages of treatment, the reality is most of them can run, jump and play throughout their treatment, and beyond. The magical thing about PISE and their physical literacy program is they encourage kids to look beyond and to adapt to their physical limitations.” To coincide with the launch, Peninsula Co-Op announced a donation of $6,500 to the B.C. Childhood Cancer Parent Association, a non-profit society formed by parents of children with cancer. The donations will go to 15 families with children facing pediatric cancer. Tricha Worobec, whose youngest son Konnor has

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Saturday, Dec. 12 Christmas Lights Ride – Join the Greater Victoria Cycling Coalition on a night route viewing colourful award-winning Christmas lights displays along the Gorge. The ride begins and ends at the Burnside Gorge Community Centre, 471 Cecelia Rd. with refreshments and door prizes following the ride. Registration begins at 6 p.m. Decorating your bike is encouraged, front and back lights required. Drop-in Christmas Craft – Everyone welcome; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. What’s December without a little sparkle and trim? We supply the materials and samples, and you supply the imagination and enthusiasm.

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High School Christmas Carol presented by Claremont’s yearlong drama program takes the stage Dec. 11 and 12. The classic story of A Christmas Carol is given a modern twist and set at West End High School. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. at Claremont Secondary, 4980 Wesley Rd. All tickets are $10 and can be bought at the door.

From 2 to 3 p.m. at the Saanich Centennial, Bruce Hutchison, Nellie McClung and Emily Carr branches. No registration required. Classical Music Nite - East and West 6:30 p.m. at Lambrick Park Church, 1780 Feltham Rd. Delightful Indian classical (Hindustani and Carnatic classical) and Western classical music performances. Tickets $12. For more details, visit classicalbeats.com. Christmas Storytime – For young children and their families; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy a festive storytime, crafts and a tasty holiday treat in anticipation of Christmas Day. From 11 a.m. to noon at the Saanich Centennial branch. Register at gvpl.ca or call 250-940-GVPL (4875) for more information. Holiday Open House – To celebrate the holidays, and to say thank you for using and supporting the library this year, there will be free festive refreshments at all branches from 2 to 4 p.m.

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Auditorium. Come celebrate dance as the students of Stages Performing Arts School present their works of the current year. Tickets are $16-$18. Contact the UVic Ticket Centre at 250-7218480, online at tickets.uvic.ca. Christmas Carol Sing-along from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Pemberton Memorial Chapel at Royal Jubilee Hospital. Free admission, food bank donations welcome. Arbutus Singers in concert 2 p.m. at the Cadboro Bay United Church, 2625 Arbutus Rd. Admission by donation. All proceeds will support vulnerable children in Uganda through the volunteer run, registered charity Jolly Nyeko Foundation Canada. Beautiful Ugandan baskets will be for sale. The Newcombe Singers present A Glorious Christmas Journey at 3 p.m. in First Metropolitan Church, 932 Balmoral St. Tickets $15, children under 12 free. Congregation Emanu-El Synagogue invites the community to share in the celebration of Chanukah (Festival of Lights). The public lighting of a giant menorah and street party will take place at Centennial Square from 5 p.m. on, featuring Vic High’s Rhythm & Blues Band.

Monday, Dec. 14 Bear Hill: Winter Ascent guided adult hike from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bear Hill Regional Park in Saanich. Great views await you exploring the forest along with a CRD Regional Parks naturalist on the way to the summit of Bear Hill. Meet at the boat launch parking lot off Brookleigh Road. There is no fee for this program but you must pre-register as space is limited. Call 250-478-3344 by Dec. 11 for registration and meeting location. CBC Radio & Our Place Society present A Christmas Carol 7 p.m. at Alix Goolden Hall, 907 Pandora Ave. Tickets $15 adults, $5 children.

Tuesday, Dec. 15 Blind Boys of Alabama will be at Farquhar Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. The Grammy award-winning gospel group return to Victoria for a spectacular holiday show. Tickets are $39.50-$55.50. Contact the UVic Ticket Centre at 250-7218480, online at tickets.uvic.ca. Volkssport Tuesday evening walk. Meet at Running Room, Broadmead Shopping Centre, 777 Royal Oak Dr. Registration 5:45 p.m.; walk 6 p.m.

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SAANICHTON: 2 bdrm, 2 full bath, W/D, NP/NS. Retirement Village, 45+. $1600/mo. Jan. 1st. Call (250)652-2042.

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

HOLLAND AVENUE Nursery (3995 Holland Avenue, Victoria) requires F/T seasonal nursery workers commencing Feb 27, 2016. Experience a must. Wage: $10.60. Fax resume to 250-479-1976.

WOMEN IN Need (WIN) community cooperative seeks volunteers to assist in their housewares production warehouse and donation centre, to sort and prepare housewares for the resale shops. WIN provides training and the role provides valuable work experience and fun. Call 250-3862269.

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EXPLORE MIDDLE Eastern Music. Small informal group of musicians & singers looking for others to play with us, any instrument; willingness to learn Turkish & Arabic songs. we meet in Topaz/ Quadra area. Call Robert 250-383-7364.

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

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OPERATIONS PLANNER Island Asphalt Company is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Operations Planner for the Companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Victoria operations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, be computer literate and have knowledge of heavy equipment. Experience in the road building and construction industry would be an asset. Please reply in conďŹ dence with a resume to sjaskow@island paving.com or Island Asphalt Company PO Box 1324 Victoria, BC V8W 2W3 Kevin Won.

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FURNITURE USED 5 STAR HOTEL FURNITURE - BY THE PIECE..One of Vancouvers 5 Star Hotels is renovating their rooms making available a great selection of high end furnishings. By 1 piece or buy multiples: Queen Headboard & Frame $50 / King Headboard & Frame $60 / Upholstered Arm Chair(multiple colors) $49 / Desk $99 / Dresser $79 / Bedside Table $69 / Pedestal Table $69/ Ottoman $29 / Benches $29 / Brass Lamp $19 / Vanity Mirror $39 / Framed Picture $9 . Call 604-371-1190, email Buyit@activeauctionmart.com or www.activeauctionmart.com

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE KENWOOD EXCELON KFCX693 6X9 300 Watt 3-way car speakers. Brand new, , never opened, save $100+. $120. Call Chris 250-595-0370, chrissmyth54321@gmail.com ROMANCE Your Christmas Local BC Adult Retailer Shop Online Now & Receive 25% OFF! www.shagg.ca

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

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FARM WORKERS SUN WING GREENHOUSES LTD 6070 Oldfield Rd,Victoria, Farm workers req. from MAR 16 - Sept 10, 2016, Duties incl. picking/crops maintenance No expo needed. $10.49/hr, 40+,hrs/wk, 5-6 days/wk. Fax resume to 250-652-5757 or email sunwingfarm@shaw.

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DRY FIREWOODCall 778-351-4328.

VOLUNTEERS CANADIAN DIABETES Association is looking for someone who has experience and an interest in writing and editing promotional material, ad copy, newsletters and reports. Call 250-386-2269.

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OPEN HOUSE #7-3650 CITADEL Place. $649,000, MLS 355688. Sun. Dec. 13, 1-3. Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty Rosemarie Colterman & Tom Oak 250-592-4422.

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Buying and selling a home can be challenging at the best of times. However, Victoria Real Estate Board past-president Tim Ayres said despite the time being a common period for vacations, shopping, family gatherings and a traditionally quieter real estate market, the holidays aren’t necessarily a bad time to buy, or to sell. “If you look at our pricing curve, prices peak in the spring in any year. But at the same time, this year has been unusual. With dwindling supply there’s more buyers than sellers,” he said. “Supply is shrinking month over month (with) less houses in September to November this year than last year … There is definitely seasonality to pricing, but this year with it being busier than (usual), we will see what will happen.” From approximately the middle of December on the market is traditionally quieter, but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing for many real estate agents. It can offer an opportunity for family time after an extremely busy year. “You can take a look at your business and plan for next year … hit the ground running with a new plan and new energy (after)

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Christmas decorations over the holidays can be a festive and fun way to celebrate. However, the Victoria Real Estate Board’s past-president Tim Ayres said if you are thinking of selling, consider being selective with the decorations you put inside and outside your home. Try to minimize clutter, maximize spaciousness, and be prepared for a few inconveniences. If you need to buy or sell, it might not be quite as challenging a time as some might make it out to be. having some (time off),” he said. “With it being so busy, a lot of realtors are looking for a bit of down time.” From a homeowner’s perspective, he said, the time to sell is the time to sell. If a buyer needs a home during off-peak months, there are a number of factors to consider to help maximize potential opportunities on either side of the housing market. “If you look at a new job starting Jan. 1, you will have to act pretty quickly on any house you are going to see,” he said. “You just

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