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Pacific FC to honour Orange Shirt Day

acific FC’s last home game of the season falls on September 30th. It also happens to be a crucial match in the race for a playoff spot. At the same time however, September 30th is an important day in the continuous process of promoting awareness and education of the residential school system and the impact it has had on Indigenous communities.

On the soccer side, FC Edmonton comes to the Island bottom of the league but still looking to play spoilers in the playoff race. Pacific’s playoff

hopes ride on the remaining three games of the season and, with two very difficult away games following this one, the Tridents need the players and fans to rise to the moment like they’ve done countless times before. This single match may play a big role in determining where the club finishes this season, however, the importance of this match itself pales in significance to the importance of this day on the calendar.

At its best, soccer provides the platform for people to come together and celebrate, remember

or acknowledge the gravity of a moment. While the process of awareness and education in regard to the residential school system is on-going and is not reserved for one day a year, Orange Shirt Day marks such a moment. This day is ultimately not about the result of one game of soccer, but as the Pacific FC community have shown time and time again, they know how to mark a solemn occasion with a community-based approach that acknowledges the need for collective reflectance as well as purposeful thoughts and actions.

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n September 15th, the WestShore Chamber will be celebrating with our member Brad Wigard Financial Solutions at Brad’s Grand Opening at 101-2835 Peatt Road.

As a financial advisor, Brad prides himself on giving advice to clients not just about investments, but also in all facets of their financial lives. This event will take place from 11 am-1 pm, with a ribboncutting planned at 11:30 am. You are welcome to drop by anytime during the event – please e-mail brad.wigard@sunlife.com by September 14th as the welcome is great but the space is smaller!

Refreshments will be served.

While you are in the area, there is lots to see and do. Right next to Brad Wigard Financial Solutions is HOB Fine Foods.

Open from 10:30 am-6:30 pm, Monday to Saturday, HOB Fine Foods is a retail store that offers specialty ingredients, local artisan products, and frozen ready-made meals prepared by Chef Castro Boateng and his culinary team.

Hungry now? Across Peatt Road and at the junction with Hockley

Avenue, you’ll find the House of Boateng Café, which serves brunch and lunch seven days per week. Check out their ThursdaySunday Happy Hour and dinner offerings too.

I loooove second-hand shopping, and just up from HOB Fine Foods, you will find Baja Rosi’s Consignment Cabana at Peatt Road and Goldstream Avenue. A treasure trove of jewellery, clothing, shoes and accessories, Baja Rosi’s is open from 10 am-5 pm, Tuesday to Saturday. You will find a friendly welcome, and many, many choices.

Ask about their consignment program!

You’ll find a different kind of treasure trove at the Habitat for Humanity Victoria Restore at 849 Orono Avenue between Jacklin and Peatt Roads. Also open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am-5 pm, the ReStore sells gently used furniture, housewares, books and building supplies, and accepts donations of the same. The Restore raises “money to support our vision of a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live.”

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Urban Smiles hosts Day of giving back…

ovid has been a terrible challenge for all of us.

As community based Dental care providers Urban Smiles Colwood recognizes the hardships we have all endured; lockdowns, quarantines and tragically for many, the loss of a job or job insecurity.

With the loss of employment comes loss of valuable job benefits such as dental coverage.

Many of us have had to postpone critical dental care.

Urban Smiles Colwood is here to lend a helping hand. On October 17, from 8:00am to 4:00 pm we will be supporting our less fortunate neighbours by offering some of

our services free of charge.

On a first come first serve basis we will offer, one of either, a filling, an extraction or a 40 minute dental cleaning for those in need and who are medically competent to receive these services. Our program is available only for adults over the age of 18 years. Please refer to our website at Urbansmilescolwood.com for more information. We will not be taking phone calls relating to this event.

Thank you to our generous sponsors, Sinclair Dental, Thrifty Foods, The Social Club, RBC, Tim Hortons and our team of volunteer dental professionals.

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Exploring the Island’s Spirit Loop

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f you’re looking for a closeto-home getaway, look no further than the South Island Spirit Loop. Experience the communities of Langford, Sooke, Port Renfrew, Lake Cowichan and the Malahat Nation, and enjoy their hospitality, spectacular outdoor recreation opportunities and variety of cuisine options.

You can start your day anywhere in Langford. Visiting or overnight camping at Goldstream Park is a must. The beautiful setting is matched only by its proximity to some of the best hiking in the area. For a great morning and unparalleled views, take a hike up Mount Finlayson.

Once you’ve finished exploring Goldstream, consider a stop for lunch at the newly opened Liberty Kitchen. Open until midnight and featuring pizza, pasta and other home-cooked specialties, the restaurant boasts spacious booths, a bar, tables and a covered patio. It’s the perfect spot for families, dates, birthdays and hangouts.

Next, make the drive to Sooke Potholes. Following the winding birch, Douglas Fir and cedarlined trail towards Peden Lake, veer off to the Mary Vine Creek waterfall. It’s a short walk (1.8km out and back), but shoes with decent treads are key.

If you’re craving something sweet, duck into Sooke’s Bits of Bliss for a cupcake or a dipped donut. Or, if you’re feeling hungry, visit Wild Mountain for takeout or dine-in. Known for their wood-fired pizzas and unique offerings, a trip to Sooke isn’t complete without visiting Wild Mountain.

There are plenty of accommodation options to choose from on the journey between Sooke and Port Renfrew, from camping on China Beach to stays at luxurious resorts and B&Bs. Visit SpiritLoop.ca to explore the different accommodation options available.

As you continue down West Coast Road on the way to Port Renfrew, a stop at Shirley Delicious is always necessary.

The works of local artisans adorn the walls, and you can pick up a sweet treat or a savoury snack.

Since you’ve already turned off Highway 14, take the fiveminute drive to the Sheringham Lighthouse parking lot. It’s a brisk 15 minute stroll to the lighthouse where you can breathe the salt air and take in the ocean views.

Stop at Jordan River to watch the surfers and make your next stop near Port Renfrew at Botanical Beach, which offers oceanside exploration unlike anywhere else. It has 251

hectares of natural habitat that offers an unparalleled opportunity to view the abundance of intertidal marine life on Vancouver Island.

During the low tide, walk endlessly across the flat sandstone and granite outcroppings to view tide pools and brightly coloured starfish, urchins and mussels.

If you’re stopping in Port Renfrew for the night, be sure to check out some of the local accommodations, including Pacheedaht Campground, where you can camp beachfront. Enjoy a hot meal at the infamous Renfrew Pub or visit Bridgeman’s West Coast Eatery.

Continuing on the “loop,” make your way down Pacific Marine Road, and you will eventually arrive in Lake Cowichan. Take in the local sights and attractions as you head toward the Malahat region. Stop in at Merridale Cidery for a flight of ciders and snacks or visit Villa Eyrie and take in the incredible views of Saanich Inlet while you enjoy an exquisite meal.

If you can’t get enough of the views, make sure to stop in at the Malahat Skywalk. This tourism facility opened in 2020 and offers unparalleled views atop the Spiral Tower lookout, 250 metres above sea level. The walk to the tower via the TreeWalk boardwalk is an adventure in itself as you walk high above the forest floor, surrounded by arbutus trees.

Make sure to try and spot the wood carvings hiding in the trees.

Once you’ve made your way to the top of the Skywalk, the only question is whether you’ll walk down or slide down! The 20-metre spiral slide makes for an exciting – and much quicker – exit.

The best part? The Welcome Centre, TreeWalk and Skywalk are all wheelchair and stroller friendly.

If you find yourself craving a snack before wrapping up your trip, continue the drive down the Malahat through Goldstream Park and head back into downtown Langford. Make your way to House of Boateng for a meal you won’t soon forget. Featuring African-Canadian fusion cuisine with an emphasis on presentation, their menu items include fresh, local ingredients that are uniquely delicious. Owner and executive chef Castro Boateng can often be seen in and out of the kitchen — he may even serve your meal!

Visit SpiritLoop.ca to learn more about the communities of Langford, Sooke, Port Renfrew and Malahat and their amenities.

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ocal cleaning and restoration company shares the importance of keeping your dryer vent clean We know you’re diligent about cleaning the lint trap every time you load the dryer; that’s all you need to do to prevent a clogged dryer vent, right?

Not necessarily. Lint, dust and other materials build up over time in your dryer vent and unless it’s properly cleaned out, the highly flammable material can spark a fire.

The National Fire Protection Agency found that one-third of dryer fires recorded over a 10-year period stemmed from a failure to clean them. As lint and other material accumulates with each dryer load, the combustible material provides fuel for fire.

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2 You smell a burning odour — If you catch a whiff of something burning while your dryer is running, that might indicate a blocked vent.

3 You see debris outside the vent — Your dryer vent is meant to expel air outside, not debris. If you see lint and laundry debris around your

5. You don’t remember the last time you cleaned it — To prevent dryer vent fires, you should clean your system every year. If you know you didn’t do it this year and can’t remember the last time you did, that’s a sign it needs some attention.

So, should you have your dryer vents professionally cleaned?

Short answer: Yes. Yes, there are steps you can take to to prevent a dryer fire, including never using your dryer without a lint filter; clearing your lint trap every time; not overloading the dryer; and turning off the dryer before leaving the house or going to bed. But an annual professional cleaning is also recommended.

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In these tough economic times, EXPERIENCE MATTERS. Our team of PROVEN LEADERS will focus on SOLVING THE CHALLENGES you face every day.

This October, VOTE the Community First Langford team to keep our city strong and resilient and the best place in BC to live, work, learn and play.  KEEPING TAXES LOW – the lowest in the region *  PARTNERING IN EDUCATION – creating the best educational opportunities for our kids from K–12 through University

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Source: Municipal tax rates and tax burden – Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)

 CREATING ECONOMIC RESILIENCY – making investments that bring good family sustaining jobs

 DEVELOPING AMENITIES – making Langford a destination for Parks, Sports, Arts and Entertainment

 MAINTAINING SAFETY – supporting our police to keep our community safe

 LEADING IN HOUSING – building much-needed housing and introducing policies to support attainable housing

 CLIMATE RESILIENCY – establishing smart policies to protect our environment

Au uthorized by Micky Fleming, Financial Agent, communityfirstlangford@gmail.com

For more information, visit CommunityFirstLangford.com

Community First Langford is an Elector Organization endorsing experienced leaders who will put you and your family first!

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