Oak Bay News, January 29, 2014
12
Fort & Foul Bay #103-1990 Fort St. 250.592.7373 11am - 8pm Mon - Sat Voted Best in victoria! Celebrating 35 years! SINCE 1979 GREEK RESTAURANT & SNACK BAR 2011YEAR17 th City VICTORIA NEWS Best of the Voted 1 Find our Tzatziki, Homous & Pita at all Fairways, Red Barn Markets Peninsula Co-op & Market Stores UVic, Sysco Foods & Haultain General Store LAMB SOUVLAKI IS BACK! RE/MAX Camosun 250.744.3301 Victoria’s Referred Realtors www.crozierandmarchant.com Designed With Distinction MLS 330948 James Bay Ocean View Condo MLS 329128 Remodeled Townhome in Upland Estates MLS 331525 SOLD OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, 12-1:30 pm Wednesday, January 29, 2014 vicnews.com Couple honoured Leadership Victoria award honours Hajashs Page A2 NEWS: Community conversation starter /A3 ARTS: Ballet B.C. to delight dance fans /A8 SPORTS: Vikes swimmers look ahead /A9 OAK BAY NEWS Christopher Sun News staff A rigging failure has forced Oak Bay sailor Glenn Wakefield to end his non-stop, solo sailing trip around the globe. This was Wakefield’s second attempt at circumnavigating the globe, westwardly. In April 2008, he abandoned his boat off the coast of Argentina after it was damaged from rolling over in a series of storms. He sustained a concussion in that ordeal and was at sea for 220 days. Wakefield ended his second attempt on Dec. 26, 116 days after he set sail from Cadboro Bay. He made the decision after noticing a wire strand had broken loose while doing an inspection of his 42-foot boat, the West Wind II , as it sailed westbound in the Indian Ocean. After deciding to end his journey, he turned the boat around and sailed 1,775 nautical miles to Western Australia. It took him three weeks to reach the coastal city of Fremantle. “He doesn’t know what caused (the rigging failure) but it was a significant enough problem to end (the trip),” said Wakefield’s wife, MaryLou, who is in daily email contact with him. “He won’t continue on circumnavigating this year. It took him three weeks to sail to Australia. It might take two weeks to fix (the boat) and then it will take him three weeks to get back to where he was.” The delay would put him eight weeks behind and in the worst time to sail around Cape Horn. Wakefield sailed into Fremantle on Jan. 14. He met up with some ham radio friends, who he had never met before, but has remained in contact with since his first attempt at the journey. Wakefield is quickly readjusting to being on land again. In a blog post dated Jan. 18, he revealed the consequences of not walking more than a few steps a day while at sea has resulted in muscle pain in his legs. MaryLou is glad her husband is safe and doesn’t know when he’ll be home. “He’s got a lot to work on over there,” she said. “I’m glad he’s safe. I will see him when he gets home.” Read more about Wakefield’s journey at glennwakefieldaroundtheworld.com. [email protected] Sailor abandons second try at circumnavigation Photo courtesy glennwakefieldaroundtheworld.com Glenn Wakefield sails into Fremantle, WA after 135 days at sea, where he was greeted by members of the Fremantle Sailing Club including the commodore and harbour master. Car ban proposed for Clive dwellers Christopher Sun News staff The proposed Clive redevelopment will have a covenant preventing tenants from owning a car once all of the parking stalls are allocated, but two Oak Bay councillors don’t think the rule is enforceable. Clive owner Nicole Roberts plans to demolish the current eight suite apartment building located at the corner of Oak Bay Avenue and Clive Drive, and replace it with a 17-unit building. She is seeking a number of zoning variances, mostly having to do with setbacks, but one is to reduce the required 39 parking stalls to 17. A parking study was conducted and found 17 parking stalls are enough. She has agreed to sign the covenant. “It will be written in the tenancy agreement,” Roberts said. “It would be just like if you can’t have a pet.” The current Clive has eight parking stalls and only three are being used, said Roberts. “I would be taking a major risk as a developer, building a building without adequate parking,” she said, adding that each unit comes with a membership with the local car co-op. “The location makes it appropriate to have a smaller parking ratio.” However, Oak Bay Coun. Kevin Murdoch doesn’t think kicking out a tenant who buys a car after moving in is the answer. “The right thing to do is to have enough parking spots. That’s the obvious solution,” Murdoch said. “Car usage, according to the recent CRD (Capital Regional District) study has been going up, not down.” PLEASE SEE: Parking enforcement, Page A7 “The right thing to do is have enough parking spots.” - Kevin Murdoch
-
Upload
black-press -
Category
Documents
-
view
226 -
download
7
description
January 29, 2014 edition of the Oak Bay News
Transcript of Oak Bay News, January 29, 2014
Fort & Foul Bay #103-1990 Fort St. 250.592.7373
11am - 8pm Mon - Sat
Voted Best in victoria!Celebrating 35 years!
SINCE 1979GREEK RESTAURANT & SNACK BAR
2011
YEAR
17th
CityVICTORIA NEWS
Bestof
the
Voted
1
Find our Tzatziki, Homous & Pitaat all Fairways, Red Barn Markets Peninsula Co-op & Market Stores
UVic, Sysco Foods &Haultain General Store
LAMBSOUVLAKI
IS BACK!
RE/MAX Camosun 250.744.3301 Victoria’s Referred Realtors www.crozierandmarchant.com
Designed With DistinctionMLS 330948
James Bay Ocean View CondoMLS 329128
Remodeled Townhome in Upland EstatesMLS 331525
SOLD OPEN HOUSESATURDAY, 12-1:30 pm
Wednesday, January 29, 2014 vicnews.com
Couple honouredLeadership Victoria award honours Hajashs
Page A2
NEWS: Community conversation starter /A3ARTS: Ballet B.C. to delight dance fans /A8SPORTS: Vikes swimmers look ahead /A9
OAK BAYNEWS
Christopher SunNews staff
A rigging failure has forced Oak Bay sailor Glenn Wakefield to end his non-stop, solo sailing trip around the globe.
This was Wakefield’s second attempt at circumnavigating the globe, westwardly. In April 2008, he abandoned his boat off the coast of Argentina after it was damaged from rolling over in a series of storms. He sustained a concussion in that ordeal and was at sea for 220 days.
Wakefield ended his second attempt on Dec. 26, 116 days after he set sail from Cadboro Bay. He made the decision after noticing a wire strand had broken loose while doing an inspection of his 42-foot boat, the West Wind II, as it sailed westbound in the Indian Ocean. After deciding to end his journey, he turned the boat around and sailed 1,775 nautical miles to Western Australia. It took him three weeks to reach the coastal city of Fremantle.
“He doesn’t know what caused (the rigging failure) but it was a significant enough problem to end (the trip),” said Wakefield’s wife, MaryLou, who is in daily email contact with him. “He won’t continue on circumnavigating this year. It took him three weeks to sail to Australia. It might take two weeks to fix (the boat) and then it will take him three weeks to get back to where he was.”
The delay would put him eight weeks behind and in the worst time to sail around Cape Horn.
Wakefield sailed into Fremantle on Jan. 14. He met up with some ham radio friends, who he had never met before, but has remained in contact with since his first attempt at the journey. Wakefield is quickly readjusting to being on land again. In a blog post dated Jan. 18, he revealed the consequences of not walking more than a few steps a day while at sea has resulted in muscle pain in his legs.
MaryLou is glad her husband is safe and doesn’t know when he’ll be home.
“He’s got a lot to work on over there,” she said. “I’m glad he’s safe. I will see him when he gets home.”
Read more about Wakefield’s journey at glennwakefieldaroundtheworld.com.
Sailor abandons second try at circumnavigation
Photo courtesy glennwakefieldaroundtheworld.com
Glenn Wakefield sails into Fremantle, WA after 135 days at sea, where he was greeted by members of the Fremantle Sailing Club including the commodore and harbour master.
Car ban proposed for Clive dwellersChristopher SunNews staff
The proposed Clive redevelopment will have a covenant preventing tenants from owning a car once all of the parking stalls are allocated, but two Oak Bay councillors don’t think the rule is enforceable.
Clive owner Nicole Roberts plans to demolish the current eight suite apartment building located at the corner of Oak Bay Avenue and Clive Drive, and replace it with a 17-unit building.
She is seeking a number of zoning variances, mostly having to do with setbacks, but one is to reduce the
required 39 parking stalls to 17. A parking study was conducted and found 17 parking stalls are enough. She has agreed to sign the covenant.
“It will be written in the tenancy agreement,” Roberts said. “It would be just like if you can’t have a pet.”
The current Clive has eight parking stalls and only three are being used, said Roberts.
“I would be taking a major risk as a developer, building a building without adequate parking,” she said, adding that each unit comes with a membership with the local
car co-op. “The location makes it appropriate to have a smaller parking ratio.”
However, Oak Bay Coun. Kevin Murdoch doesn’t think kicking out a tenant who buys a car after moving in is the answer.
“The right thing to do is to have enough parking spots. That’s the obvious solution,”
Murdoch said. “Car usage, according to the recent CRD (Capital Regional District) study has been going up, not down.”
PlEASE SEE: Parking enforcement, Page A7
“The right thing to do is have enough parking spots.”
- Kevin Murdoch
A life of philanthropyMickey Hajash is a child of the Great
Depression, former CFL athlete, and oil executive – life experience that combined with his generosity and dedication to athletics and education, set he and his wife Donna on a path towards four decades of philanthropy.
Heavily involved in the United Way since their retirement to Victoria in 1986, the Hajashes have donated more than a half a million dollars to charity and are jointly named the 2014 recipients of the Leadership Victoria Lifetime Achievement Award, to be presented next month.
In 1990 the couple launched the Donna and Mickey Hajash Foundation with $517,000 of their own money. On average, the foundation grants 11 scholarships of $2,500 annually in Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan.
“My dad is a very humble man,” said their daughter, Trish Hajash. “He gets a little anxious about these things, but I’m very proud that the community recognizes what he has done. He’s put a lot of money into helping different causes around town.”
Despite his willingness to ante up his own savings, Hajash takes full advantage of his smooth sales skills, constantly selling charity raffle tickets. This year may be a bittersweet one for the Rotary Club of Victoria, which will lose one of its finest raffle salesmen, usually posted outside a car during the club’s annual raffle.
“He could talk a dollar out of anybody,” Trish said of her 89-year-old father. “It’s too hard on him, so I’ve had to be the one to tell him, it’s time to slow down, you’ve had enough. You can still do it, but you don’t have to be the one pounding the pavement. I know he’d love to be.”
Before retiring to Victoria in 1986 and beginning their charity work, Hajash led an incredible life.
He immigrated with his family from Hungary when he was five years old and first settled in Estevan, Sask., where his family lived in a tarpaper shack during the Depression.
A natural athlete, Hajash would go on to become team captain of the University of Alberta Golden Bears while pursuing a degree
in mining engineering. He played for the Calgary Stampeders, making it to the 1949 Grey Cup match.
His career took the family around the world. He was on the cutting edge of oilfield exploration technology as a geophysicist and made significant contributions to the discovery of major oil and gas fields in Western Canada, the Middle and Far East, and the North Sea.
“My dad came from a very, very poor background. He sees the need and gives to charities where he knows it will go locally. He’s big on local, education and sports.”
Hajash continues to work with his favourite local charities, whether selling those raffle tickets, canvassing for the Heart & Stroke Foundation, supporting the Mustard Seed Food Bank and the United Way or connecting isolated friends and seniors.
In 2009, Hajash received the National Philanthropy Day Vancouver Island Spirit of Generosity Award and in 2011 he was honoured with the André Mailhot Spirit of Generosity Award. He was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.
Previous recipients of the Leadership Victoria Lifetime Achievement Award include Bob Harman (2013), Naz Rayani (2012) and the late Alex Campbell (2011). All award recipients will be announced at Victoria Leadership Awards ceremony, from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 26 at the Crystal Garden.
A full list of this year’s award nominees is available at leadershipvictoria.ca.
Couple honoured by Leadership Victoria
Submitted photo
Donna and Mickey Hajash are this year’s recipients of Leadership Victoria Lifetime Achievement Award.
A2 • www.vicnews.com Wednesday, January 29, 2014- OAK BAY NEWS
Gutter CleaninG • repair • Gutter Guard
Carpet CleaninG • roof de-mossinG
win
do
ws • pressu
re wa
sh
pain
tinG
• reno
vatinG
Gutter Cleaning,Repair • Gutter Guard
Since 1969
Sooke to Sidney
380-2662
CONSERVE & SAVE WITH NATURAL GAS
FURNACES
Homeglow Heat Products250-382-0889 • www.homeglow.bc.ca
• Fully installed • Free oil tank removal• 10 year parts & lifetime heat exchanger warranty
• Many Gas Fireplace options available
Old Oil to New Gas95% Single Stage .................................... $4,395 + GST97% Two Stage ........................................ $4,995 + GST
May be eligible for $1,000 Rebate
2945 JACKLIN ROAD LANGFORD 75 STORES & SERVICES WINNERS HOMESENSE FAIRWAY MARKET CINEPLEX DOLLARAMA THE BRICK SHOPPERS MARK’S
More Models than ever
Annual Hobby Show
Jan 31 – Feb 2Toy Trains, Model Boats, Arts& Crafts, Let’s Talk Science, Rocks, Stamps, Bugs & MORE!
Visit www.westshoretowncentre.com for details.
TravelAthlon
e
INFORMATION EVENING
Myanmar (Burma)
2187 Oak Bay Avenue • 250 598 5252 • www.athlonetravel.com • Out of town 1 888 987 2351
BC Reg. 3636
Wednesday, Feb. 5th, 6 pm
Meet Shauna Carter from
Seeking OutNew Horizons?Join us to discover Myanmar’s ancient culture & incomparable architectural wonders. Learn about its rich history and explore the Burmese landscape. - RSVP
1286 McKenzie Avenuewww.therootcellar.ca250-477-94951286 McKenzie Avenue2
009
YEAR
15th
CityVICTORIA NEWS
Bestofthe
Voted
1
2010
YEAR
16th
CityVICTORIA NEWS
Bestofthe
Voted
1
2011
YEAR
17th
CityVICTORIA NEWS
Bestofthe
Voted
2012
YEAR
18th
CityVICTORIA NEWS
Bestofthe
Voted
1
business of the year (26 to 75 employees)WINNERgreater victoria business awards 2012
1286 McKenzie Avenue1286 McKenzie Avenue1286 McKenzie Avenue1286 McKenzie Avenue
greater victoria business awards 2012
2013
YEAR
19th
CityVICTORIA NEWS
Bestofthe
Voted
1
ItalianMeatballs
SpinachDip 200 g
2/$400
2/$600
Sweet Import edAtaulfo Mangoes2/$300
Chil ean Swee tBlueberries
$499/pint
Fresh Import edArtichokes
2/$300
8am-7pm 7 days a week!pricing in e� ect Jan 29 - Feb 5 while quantities last
locall y owned & operat edBC Grown
F uji Apple
99¢/lb
today’s produce count42 local items55 BC items135 organic items
0000
135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items135 organic items
POTTINGPOTTINGSHEDSHED
9999
Blueberries
$$$
Fresh Cut Tulips 2/$588
/ + taxbunchesSplitChicken WingsReg or Marinated
99¢99/ 100g
today’s produce counttoday’s produce counttoday’s produce counttoday’s produce counttoday’s produce counttoday’s produce count
l il il itemstemstemstemsl itemsl items
8am-7pm 7 days a week!8am-7pm 7 days a week!
dirt cheapthis week $I99
/lb
Fresh Import ed
Asparagus
Local Open Polinated Organic Seeds of Victoria
NOWAVAILABLE
BC GrownPortobellaMushrooms
$399/lb
Sweet Import edRed & Orange
Peppers
$199/lb
CalifornaBroccoli Crowns
99¢/lb
Local Glenwood MeatPepperoni
Reg and Hot
2/$500
LocalHoly Homous2/$500
AvalonConventional 1 L Chocolate Milk
2/$700
Cert ified OrganicBunchedBroccoli
$199/lb
PortofinoFrench
Multigrain Loaf
Local Adriana’sCorn Chips
2/$700
$499700 g
+dep +tax
200g
250 g +txLocal Phillips
IntergalacticRootbeer &
Sparkmouth Ginger Ale2/$300
341 ml+ dep+ tax
A life of philanthropyMickey Hajash is a child of the Great
Depression, former CFL athlete, and oil executive – life experience that combined with his generosity and dedication to athletics and education, set he and his wife Donna on a path towards four decades of philanthropy.
Heavily involved in the United Way since their retirement to Victoria in 1986, the Hajashes have donated more than a half a million dollars to charity and are jointly named the 2014 recipients of the Leadership Victoria Lifetime Achievement Award, to be presented next month.
In 1990 the couple launched the Donna and Mickey Hajash Foundation with $517,000 of their own money. On average, the foundation grants 11 scholarships of $2,500 annually in Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan.
“My dad is a very humble man,” said their daughter, Trish Hajash. “He gets a little anxious about these things, but I’m very proud that the community recognizes what he has done. He’s put a lot of money into helping different causes around town.”
Despite his willingness to ante up his own savings, Hajash takes full advantage of his smooth sales skills, constantly selling charity raffle tickets. This year may be a bittersweet one for the Rotary Club of Victoria, which will lose one of its finest raffle salesmen, usually posted outside a car during the club’s annual raffle.
“He could talk a dollar out of anybody,” Trish said of her 89-year-old father. “It’s too hard on him, so I’ve had to be the one to tell him, it’s time to slow down, you’ve had enough. You can still do it, but you don’t have to be the one pounding the pavement. I know he’d love to be.”
Before retiring to Victoria in 1986 and beginning their charity work, Hajash led an incredible life.
He immigrated with his family from Hungary when he was five years old and first settled in Estevan, Sask., where his family lived in a tarpaper shack during the Depression.
A natural athlete, Hajash would go on to become team captain of the University of Alberta Golden Bears while pursuing a degree
in mining engineering. He played for the Calgary Stampeders, making it to the 1949 Grey Cup match.
His career took the family around the world. He was on the cutting edge of oilfield exploration technology as a geophysicist and made significant contributions to the discovery of major oil and gas fields in Western Canada, the Middle and Far East, and the North Sea.
“My dad came from a very, very poor background. He sees the need and gives to charities where he knows it will go locally. He’s big on local, education and sports.”
Hajash continues to work with his favourite local charities, whether selling those raffle tickets, canvassing for the Heart & Stroke Foundation, supporting the Mustard Seed Food Bank and the United Way or connecting isolated friends and seniors.
In 2009, Hajash received the National Philanthropy Day Vancouver Island Spirit of Generosity Award and in 2011 he was honoured with the André Mailhot Spirit of Generosity Award. He was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.
Previous recipients of the Leadership Victoria Lifetime Achievement Award include Bob Harman (2013), Naz Rayani (2012) and the late Alex Campbell (2011). All award recipients will be announced at Victoria Leadership Awards ceremony, from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 26 at the Crystal Garden.
A full list of this year’s award nominees is available at leadershipvictoria.ca.
Couple honoured by Leadership Victoria
Submitted photo
Donna and Mickey Hajash are this year’s recipients of Leadership Victoria Lifetime Achievement Award.
OAK BAY NEWS - Wednesday, January 29, 2014 www.vicnews.com • A3
VisionMatters Healthy Eyes. Doctor Delivered.Dr. Neil Paterson
250-361-4444
Dr. Paul NeumannOptometrist
250-544-2210#1 - 7865 Patterson Rd. Saanichton
250-361-4478
CentralSaanich
OPTOMETRY CLINIC
Dr. Rachel Rushforth*
Dr. Neil PatersonDr. Suzanne SutterOptometrists
250-595-8500100 -2067 Cadboro Bay Rd.
250-995-0449106-1505 Admirals Rd. (near Thrifty Foods)
www.admiralsvision.ca
*Denotes Optometric Corporation250-744-2992
www.saanichoptometry.ca
Dr. Daisy Tao* has joined Dr. Charles Simons* & Dr. Victor J. Chin*
119-3995 Quadra @ McKenzie (in Saanich Centre)
*Denotes Optometric Corporation
www.cseyecare.com
www.oakbayoptometry.com
www.mayfairoptometric.com
DR. TREVOR PEDDLE *DR. CHARLES SIMONS *
You may be pleased to hear that you have 20/20 vision and think you have perfect vision. But do you?
Not necessarily. 20/20 only indicates how sharp or clear your vision is at a distance. Overall vision also includes peripheral awareness or side vision, eye coordination, depth perception, focussing ability and colour vision.
20/20 is the average visual clarity obtainable by normal healthy eyes. Since it is an average, it means that there are those that see better or worse than 20/20 and yet still have healthy eyes.
20/20 describes normal visual clarity or sharpness measured at a distance of 20 feet from an object. If you have 20/20 vision, you can see clearly at 20 feet what should normally be seen at that distance. If you have 20/100 vision, it means that you must be as close as 20 feet to see what a person with normal vision can see at 100 feet. In the metric system, 6/6 is the equivalent of 20/20.
The ability to see objects clearly is affected by many factors. Eye conditions like nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism or eye disease influence visual acuity. Most people with vision slightly below 20/20 function very well, whereas some people who have better than 20/20 feel their vision is not satisfactory. Everybody’s visual expectations are different and satisfactory vision is far more complex than just being able to see 20/20.
If you feel your vision is not up to standard a comprehensive eye examination will identify causes that may affect your ability to see well. Optometrists may be able to prescribe glasses, contact lenses or other vision aids that will help improve your vision. If the reduced vision is due to an eye disease, the use of ocular medication or other treatment may be needed. If necessary, a referral to a specialist will be made if an eye disease is found which warrants further investigation.
What is 20/20 vision?
FRAMESALE
250-595-1535 mikeboorman.com
Uplands Building Lot.62 acre - $1,275,000
New to the market.Large level property.Start designing your
new home today.
Christopher SunNews staff
Change is going to happen in Oak Bay, so plan for it and think about future generations while doing so.
That is the message attendees were given at the Oak Bay Tomorrow, Creating our Future forum held Saturday by the Community Association of Oak Bay (CAOB). About 50 people attended the afternoon discussion at Oak Bay United Church, which featured a presentation from three Victoria-area planning experts. Capital Regional District planner Sue Hallat explained the involvement of various government levels when it comes to planning. City Spaces Consulting president and planner Linda Allen explained what Official Community Plans (OCP) are, and City of Victoria senior planner Brian Sikstrom spoke about Victoria’s recent experience
with drafting a new OCP. He also talked about housing and how Victoria has encouraged illegal secondary suite owners to legalize suites by offering grants to homeowners for registering them.
CAOB board member Joseph Blake said the forum’s purpose was to inform and encourage people to participate in planning Oak Bay’s future, especially now as the district is in the middle of drafting a new OCP.
“The forum was to educate people on what we can do as a community to make our community better and how we determine what’s better,” said CAOB board member Joseph Blake. “You can tell by how the people spoke where they came from on the political spectrum, from right to left. What is unifying them, is that they all care about their community.”
The forum touched on affordable housing, density
and transportation and after the presentations, people broke into groups to discuss what they heard. He was happy with the turn-out but noted there was a lack of younger people in attendance.
“We’re beginning to get more young families in Oak Bay and they are usually too busy to do this kind of stuff, but it would be really
great to get young people involved,” Blake said. “This will affect them the most.”
The next CAOB event is its annual general meeting on March 29, from 1 to 4 p.m. The next forum is slated for the spring.
More information about the CAOB, which publishes the Oak Bay Connector, can be found at caob.ca.
Young residents encouraged to get involved
Sharon Tiffin/News staff
Linda Allen, managing partner of CitySpaces Consulting speaks to a group of residents at the first Community Association of Oak Bay Community Conversation Forum.
Dragon meets horse for new year
Daniel PalmerNews staff
It’s all dragons, dancing and dumplings in China-town this weekend, as the neighbourhood rings in the year of the horse.
Festivities for Chinese New Year, which officially begins Friday (Jan. 31), have been in full swing for more than a week, but Sun-day’s celebration offers a chance for the wider com-munity to partake, said Kileasa Wong, principal of the Victoria Chinese Public School.
“We just want to wish everybody a good year of the horse,” said Wong, who has been supervising her students as they prepare to perform the Dragon Dance down Fisgard Street.
The parade begins at noon with a gran-diose lion making its way through the neighbourhood to local businesses, a flurry of gold and red banishing bad luck
and evil spirits.“Businesses put out envelopes with
money to welcome to lion,” Wong says.“The lion jumps and gongs and brings
in the good luck.”In addition to embracing lucky colours,
traditions abound over culinary delica-cies that are thought to increase longev-ity, wealth and good fortune. Noodles
and oranges, and fish served whole and eaten from head to tail, are never in short supply.
The year of the horse represents a time of strength, hard work and healthy vibrancy, said Grant Shan, Chinese New Year committee direc-tor with the Victoria Chinese Community Association. He and his team hosted a sold-out performance at the University of Victoria’s 1,000-seat Farquhar Auditorium last weekend.
“It’s like Christmas,” Shan said. “No matter where you are in the world, you go home to a family reunion, to celebration. It’s a big
holiday.”Lion dance, kung fu and tai chi demon-
strations, traditional dancing, dragon per-formances and Chinese tea ceremonies run Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. near the Gate of Harmonious Interest in the 500-block of Fisgard St.
Sharon Tiffin/News staff
Chinese Public School student Danielle Jensen, 6, paints a lantern hanging on pine branches. Traditionally, the lantern lights the way into the New Year, while the pine branch symbolizes longevity, steadfastness, self-discipline, endurance and long life.
Chinatown celebrations continue this weekend
EDITORIAL Penny Sakamoto Group PublisherKevin Laird Editorial DirectorLaura Lavin Editor Oliver Sommer Advertising Director
The OAK BAY NEWS is published by Black Press Ltd. | 818 Broughton St., Victoria, B.C. V8W 1E4 | Phone: 250-480-3239 • Fax: 250-386-2624 • Web: www.vicnews.com
The OAK BAY NEWS is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council.
Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
What do you think? Give us your comments by e-mail: [email protected] or fax 250-386-2624. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification.
OUR VIEW
OAK BAYNEWS
2009
Premier Christy Clark has set off a storm of protest by imposing a referendum on new Lower Mainland transportation improvements, timed with the province-wide municipal elections on Nov. 15.
Even if you don’t live in Metro Vancouver, you’re not immune from this long-running saga. Provincial and federal governments use your tax dollars for the big stuff, including the SkyTrain Canada Line to Vancouver airport and the South Fraser Perimeter Road, a new truck route to port facilities at Tsawwassen.
Clark has promised a bridge replacement for the George Massey tunnel under the Fraser River, which may or may not be tolled like the Port Mann bridge. The patchwork of Lower Mainland tolls is a growing political liability for the B.C. Liberal government, and if further tolls are avoided, major works elsewhere in the province may be delayed as the budget is eaten up by the big cities.
Clark announced the Massey tunnel replacement in a September 2012 speech to the Union of B.C. Municipalities. In the same speech, she also pledged to complete the four-laning of the last 240 km of the Trans-Canada Highway from Kamloops to the Alberta border.
That’s one of the most mountainous stretches of highway in Canada, and the province’s cost was estimated
to be $650 million over 10 years.
Only time will tell if that promise is kept.
Transportation Minister Todd Stone inherited the mess left behind by former minister Kevin Falcon, who took transit authority away from Metro Vancouver politicians. He appointed a board of experts and set up a toothless “mayors’ council” to rubber-stamp their decisions, after
forcing through the Canada Line ahead of a long-promised transit extension to the east.
Local politicians wrangled for years over that eastern extension. They finally settled on surface light rail, only to be overruled by the province, which wanted the vastly more expensive SkyTrain.
The latest rebuke to the mayors’ council was when they decided not to proceed with a costly new electronic fare card system. Falcon reversed that one after taking a junket to London and falling in love with their “Oyster card” subway system. All the glitches from TransLink’s new “Compass card” program will be encountered this summer, just before those mayors go to the polls to face voter wrath.
Speaking of reversals, Stone is now demanding the mayors come
up with their list of priorities for new projects. They are expected to believe their choices won’t be overruled again.
Stone correctly notes that Vancouver wants SkyTrain on Broadway, Surrey wants new surface light rail, and other Lower Mainland communities want new road and bridge works. Local governments have a long history of parochial squabbling, getting their pet projects done and then suddenly developing the urge to rein in spending once it’s time to dig deep for their neighbours.
Lower Mainland taxpayers are weary and confused by all this reorganizing and in-fighting. Many likely believe that it is their regional government that has imposed the Port Mann bridge tolls, when in fact that is a provincial highway project over which they had no say.
Clark has made it clear there is no going back from a November referendum on new regional transportation financing tools, a promise explicit in the B.C. Liberal election platform. She hopes it will increase the dismal voter turnout for local votes.
If it does that, it may be worth it. Right now, civic elections are dismal affairs, with voter turnout and awareness of local issues drifting from bad to worse.
Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.
Twitter: @tomfletcherbcEmail: [email protected]
Tug of war for transportation taxes
‘Provincial and federal governments use your tax dollars for the big stuff.’
Tom FletcherB.C. Views
Right to die laws need updating
No doubt the discussion of legal updates around assisted suicide will be lively tonight (Jan. 29) at the Sticky Wicket Pub, as proponents and interested parties hear from those on both sides of the issue.
There are plenty of arguments for or against the idea of allowing one to choose his or her time of departure from this mortal coil.
On the one side, the thought of forcing terminally ill people to suffer through the worst stages of ALS, terminal cancer and other debilitating conditions seems akin to relegating family and loved ones to a torturous state.
Those coming from a more conservative or religious background might argue that allowing a sick person to end their own life, with someone’s help, amounts to “playing God.”
It seems self-righteous for people to judge those whose compassionate actions help end another’s struggle with extreme agony, especially in cases where the sufferer has no hope of regaining any quality of life.
As with any controversial decision on human rights – the current illegality of assisted suicide may yet be overturned by the Supreme Court of Canada – there must be checks and balances to prevent abuses and impropriety.
Other countries, such as Switzerland, have taken the step of allowing medical personnel to assist when a terminally ill patient wishes to end their life.
In Canada, a precursor to allowing one to carry out the act could be securing written permission from the ill person’s family doctor, who could not only vouch for their health status, but also document who will be present during the suicide.
Given that human life is involved, laws would have to be enacted to protect such doctors, as well as caregivers and any family members who assist in the act, from prosecution for trying to do the right thing.
It’s not as if people would line up to take advantage of such a change in human rights legislation. At the very least, though, we need to have a more humane option for those whose quality of life has long since ended.
A4 • www.vicnews.com Wednesday, January 29, 2014 - OAK BAY NEWS
OAK BAY NEWS - Wednesday, January 29, 2014 www.vicnews.com • A5
LETTERS
Re: RITE plan the wrong way to go (Letters Jan. 22).
It is a misnomer that the CRD sewage plan is centralized or contained. The CRD plan is for a three-plant model with a treatment plant at McLoughlin Point, a biosolids plant at Hartland and plans for a second treatment plant in the West Shore. How can a single plant be the lowest cost when the minister approved a CRD plan for two plants?
The RITE Plan is not advocating for a public or private model of ownership or operation and such a matter could be dealt with through a referendum process, although it must be understood that the province, in 2007, exempted sewage treatment projects from requiring the ascent of electors.
While the biosolids plant at Hartland will be a P3, the publicly operated wastewater plant itself will create only
12 jobs according to CRD documents. Imagine the number of jobs that could be saved or created by finding hundreds of millions in savings from a lower cost design? Even before you consider models of ownership, it’s clearly more than 12.
The RITE Plan is advocating for a decentralized model using off-the-shelf technologies that have been available for the past 10 years, examples of which are operating within Dockside Green’s treatment plant. It is a viable and cost effective alternative to the CRD’s sewage plan, which is already years out of date.
Dockside Green itself is a proven success and has shown that treatment can be made compatible with people and property values, placed underground and the end product can be used to recycle water and create or enhance water features. These are the
literal downstream benefits that come after tertiary treatment is localized, yet are optional and can be developed over time.
This model is a practical and natural step towards the management of water which will make neighbourhoods and new developments attractive to home buyers.
In contrast, the CRD plan, at great cost, will simply flush all treated water out to sea after secondary treatment because it’s not safe enough to go anywhere else.
Once again, ocean dilution must be employed which is the system we already have in place.
Greater Victoria requires a progressive approach such as The RITE Plan, not a 20-year old design that offers little more than a large tax increase and a 50-year dependency on the old way of treating waste.
Richard AtwellDirector, The RITE Plan
The RITE plan is a progressive approachRetired but not expired
Re: Lost in the mail (News Jan. 17). It seems Coun. Michelle Kirby believes that because “half the residents are over the age of 50,” Oak Bay is fast becoming an area of aged dodderers.
However, in the 21st century, 50-plus year olds are in the prime of life and when not working, can be seen running and riding about the village with happy, energetic smiles on their faces.
It is those of us who have exceeded the 65 or even 75-year mark who have to slow down but even then, the village centre regularly shows us busy about our business mostly unaided, wide awake and cordial in our behaviour.
For Kirby to question the curtailing of home mail deliveries,
even partially, on the basis of supposed widespread frailty is false protest as is her suggestion that we need our mail deliverers to carry out daily health and safety checks on us at the same time. Give ‘em a break, because if the size of their mail bags is any indication, they have more than enough to keep them busy.
As with a great many issues, the problem with community mailboxes is a matter of who will fund the cost, so please Ms. Kirby, do leave us seniors out of the equation. After all, we have for some time been making our way to a nearby collection mailbox and even as far as the village post office when we have something to send.
Derrick JohnsOak Bay
If Oak Bay kills 25 or even 50 deer, there will always be vehicle/deer incidents. It’s up to drivers to be aware. Give your full attention to the road and surrounding areas.
Knock 10 km/hr off your speed going along Cadboro Bay or Cedar Hill X roads. Forget the phone, even the hands-free, never mind the GPS
or fiddling with the stereo while you are in that area – an area with the highest deer/vehicle collisions in Oak Bay. Keep alert and drive with your lights on.
You may save a deer’s life and your own.
R.J. LaidlawOak Bay
Be more aware of deer
WHY WAIT? WE CAN HELP NOW!Home & Hospital Visits
COME ON IN FORYOUR FREE CONSULTATION!
Walk-In Denture ClinicHome & Hospital VisitsHappiness is
a beautiful smile! Conrad De Palma Denturist
(250) 595-16653581 Shelbourne Street
www.walk-indentureclinic.ca
WHY WAIT? WE CAN HELP NOW!• FREE Adjustments
COME ON IN FOR YOURFREE CONSULTATION!
Saanich Walk-In Denture Clinic
Happiness isa beautiful smile! Conrad De Palma
Denturist(250) 595-1665
3581 Shelbourne Streetwww.walk-indentureclinic.cah
Over 92% of our grads are employed in their fi eld of study within 6 months of graduation.
Toll Free: 1-866-580-2772 www.stenbergcollege.com
LEARN ONLINE Guided online learning, instructor-led, in a highly supported environment
Psychiatric Nursing (online): This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour.
Special Education Assistant (online): You can become a Special Education Assistant in just 9 months! Average starting wage in school districts is $25.13/hour. You will receive training and certifi cation from the Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders (POPARD).
Therapeutic Recreation – Gerontology (online): Older adults are the fastest growing age group in Canada, resulting in a growing employment need for professionals who can support and promote optimal health for seniors. Earn up to $23.50/hour.
Government student loans & funding (ELMS/WCB) & other fi nancing options available.
In collaboration with VictoriaNanaimoDuncanCourtenay
Medical Laboratory Assistant (online): In collaboration with LifeLabs (Vancouver Island) Stenberg College is offering an Online Medical Laboratory Assistant Program, with practicum placements at Life Labs in Victoria (and surrounding areas), Nanaimo, Duncan and Courtenay. Medical Lab Assistants earn $18.04 - $23.70/hr.
.ca
Please call for details (250) 385-2033
Hot New Listing in Oak Bay Upland’s border,
proudly offered at $639,900.•Estevan Village •Full height basement
Hot New Listing in Oak Bay SOLD!
Celebrating 45 Years of Real Estate in Oak Bay!
Character with Inspirational ArchitecturalAddition proudly offered at $895,000.• Oak Bay / Fair� eld Border• Character 3 bedroom, 2 bath home
A6 • www.vicnews.com Wednesday, January 29, 2014 - OAK BAY NEWS
Kyle WellsNews staff
The legality of assisted suicide in Canada may not be the cheeri-est topic for a night at the pub, but it is an important one considering recent legal challenges.
Tonight (Jan. 29) at 6:30 p.m. the public is invited to attend a talk on the subject at the Sticky Wicket Pub (919 Douglas St.) as a part of the University of Victo-ria’s Centre for Aging’s Cafe Scien-tifique series.
The talks are intended to appeal to the layman and typically start with a presentation from one or two speakers, followed by a ques-tion period, which usually leads to an informal discussion.
“It’s important that people understand what is happening on the research side, and it’s impor-tant for researchers to understand what it is that community mem-bers are interested in,” said Dr. Vincenza Gruppuso, research co-ordinator. “It goes both ways.”
Past events have touched on aging in Canada, self-management for chronic pain and other rele-vant topics to seniors.
Tonight, University of Victoria
associate professor in the faculty of law Maneesha Deckha will speak to recent legal developments sur-rounding assisted suicide.
“It’s a hot button issue,” Deckha said. “If people are interested in having someone unpack the exact legal issues … they can get a fuller understanding of what’s at stake and form their own opinions of how Canada should proceed.”
Using the example of Kay Carter, who travelled to Switzerland for medical help to end her life, and others, the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association filed a law-
suit in 2011 challenging laws mak-ing it a criminal offence to assist suicide. In 2012 the B.C. Supreme Court ruled in favour of the BCCLA, ruling the right to die is protected by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
In 2013 the decision was over-turned by the B.C. Court of Appeal, primarily based on precedent from a prior case from 20 years earlier involving Victoria resident and assisted suicide advocate Sue Rodriquez.
The BCCLA has now taken the case to the Supreme Court of Can-
ada, which will consider the case at some point in the future.
While most argue for the con-stitutional right to dignity, Deckha believes an undervalued approach may be found in Sec. 15 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which focuses on equality.
Canadians have a right to sub-stantive equality, meaning where different groups of people are treated differently based on need. And because suicide is legal in Canada, it is being argued it’s a matter of equality to allow those who are not physically able to commit suicide to have access to assistance.
“We should look at the partic-ular circumstances and needs of communities and people,” Deckha said. “That’s the focus of my talk, to help people understand sub-stantive equality. Why is this sui-cide a matter of equality?”
Other upcoming Cafe Scien-tifique events include a March 3 presentation on fall prevention for aboriginal elders (at the First Peoples’ House on the UVic cam-pus, 3800 Finnerty Rd.) and a May 7 presentation in Sidney on living with life-threatening illness.
The sessions regularly reach capacity. To register, email [email protected] or call [email protected]
Assisted suicide up for debateUVic series explores legal arguments
Don Denton/News staff
Maneesha Deckha, a UVic law professor, is giving a presentation on current legal challenges to assisted suicide laws.
Greater Victoria Senior
Making a differenceBrenda
Little, 72, has used the Mon-terey Recre-ation Centre since 2004 after moving from Dawson Creek. She soon joined the music group the
NoteAbles. In 2006 she became the volunteer producer and is working on this year’s produc-tion, Enjoy Yourself as the club prepares for April performances.
Her secret to keeping young is to “enjoy what your are doing at the time you are doing it and have no regrets.”
Audrey McMullen, 68, is a volunteer at the Gold-stream Food Bank and with the West Shore RCMP Keep In Touch program.
“I volunteer so I can feel
useful,” she said.McMullen retired in 2001 and
was a public health nurse in Cold Lake, Alberta.
When she is not helping oth-ers she can be found square dancing at the Royal Colwood Hall or at a cabin on Galiano Island.
CENTRAL PARK DENTURE & IMPLANT
CENTRE LTD201 - 1711 COOK STREET
VICTORIA
250-388-4100
TRACY MERKLEYREGISTERED DENTURIST
Now seeing patients Monday’s at Victoria Academy Dental, 1195 Fort St. 250-888-3209
What would you do with your new smile?
seniorlivingmag.com/central-park-denture
Dedicated to making a dif ference. We can make a conf ident
new smile for you!
The CamelotThe Camelot
Independent Retirement Living with Supportive Services455 Kingston Street, Victoria, BC 250-384-3336
Call today for a personal tour (250) 384-3336
• Bright & spacious• 1 & 2 bed suites (800 -1115 sq ft)• 2 blocks from the Inner Harbour in James Bay• Great service package & more
455 Kingston StreetAffordable • Quiet Neighbourhood • Security • Companionship
Licensed Strata Property Manager
Independent Retirement Living with Supportive Services
Call today for a personal tour • 250-384-3336
• Bright & spacious
Visit all of our homes at novapacific.ca
PREMIUMSUITES
AVAILABLE!
SAY CHEESE!SMILING REDUCES BLOOD PRESSURE.
February Special
• Fast, friendly service• Easy prescription transfers
• FREE local delivery• Postal outlet
• Lottery and transit tickets
SENIORS DAYFirst Wednesday of every month
REGULAR PRICED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE STOREExcludes prescriptions, products with codeine, postal services,
lottery tickets, phone & gift cards, bus tickets & newspapers.
15% OFF
113-230 Menzies Street(250) 383-7196
www.pharmasavejamesbay.com
Approved ProviderApproved ProviderApproved Provider
778.440.8500earthsoption.com
Earth’s OptionCremation & Burial Service
All arrangements made in the comfort of your own home. Specializing in low cost cremation and green burial.
HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS FOR BETTER LIVING
1561 Hillside Ave. Victoria
250-370-2984 Healthcare solutions for better living
• Wheelchairs & Seating • Scooters, Walkers & Rollators
• Vehicle Conversions & Adaptations* • Bathroom Safety Products
• Porchlifts, Stairlifts & Home Elevators* • Incontinence & Wound Care
• Blood Pressure & Home Diagnostic Equipment • CPAP • Back Care
• Supports & Braces • Aids to Daily Living (*20% seniors discount does not apply to these items.)
Seniors receive a 20% discount every Thursday with a Shoppers Optimum Card
Let us show you how to increase your useable space...
3075 Douglas St., Victoria • 250-744-2195 or 1-800-670-5505www.murphybeds-victoria.com
nClosetsnOfficen Kids RoomsnKitchensnBaths
Vancouver Island’s Only Authorized
Murphy Bed Dealers
OFF ALL HOME HEALTHCARE ITEMS!(WE HAVE A WIDE SELECTION & CAN ORDER ALMOST ANYTHING IN FOR LESS!
OFF any ostomy order over $100.00
15%
$ 10
SALE
VALID UNTIL FEB. 14, 2014
1775 FORT ST.P: 250.595.1471
851 JOHNSON ST.P: 778.433.1471
JUBILEE PHARMACYAND MARKET
OAK BAY NEWS - Wednesday, January 29, 2014 www.vicnews.com • A7
Andrew Larson$1,500
ATHLETIC AWARD
Angela Yu$1,000
PAT FAFARD AWARD
Kendra Zadravec$1,000
ATHLETIC AWARD
Elizabeth Powell$1,500
SUS TABATA AWARD
Alicia Fall$1,500
BUD NUNN AWARD
Lyden Smith$1,000
SUS TABATA AWARD
David Boyd$1,000
BUD NUNN AWARD
Tori Armstrong$1,500
TRADES, TECHNOLOGY ANDCAREER PREPARATION AWARD
Gordon Richie$1,500
JACK GROVES AWARD
Mikayla Greenwood$1,000
JACK GROVES AWARD
Brian Dowds$1,500
PAT FAFARD AWARD
Please join us in wishing the 2013 Student Award recipients success in their post-secondary education.
www.peninsulaco-op.com
Congratulations to our Student Award RecipientsPeninsula Co-op is proud to support students from the Co-op’s general
membership who are pursuing post-secondary education.In 2013, eleven Grade 12 students received $14,000 in cash awards through
the Co-op Student Awards Program, recognizing academic excellence, community involvement and athletic achievement.
Grow a Native Plant Garden. Residents of the Capital Region are invited to participate in a FREE workshop on gardening with drought-resistant native plants. Instruction on native plant identification, their benefits and how to use them will be included. An overview of CRD Water Conservation programs will be provided and participants will be given a tour of a native plant garden. These informative workshops will be held at Swan Lake Nature House, located at 3873 Swan Lake Road in Victoria.
Each workshop is limited to 20 participants and pre-registration is required. Call 250.479.0211 to reserve your spot today.
www.crd.bc.ca
Workshop Dates:
Sunday, February 21 to 4 pmSaturday, February 159:30 am to 12:30 pmMonday, March 39:30 am to 12:30 pm
Saturday, March 159:30 am to 12:30 pm Wednesday, April 9 9:30 am to 12:30 pmSunday, April 131 to 4 pm
Kyle WellsNews staff
The legality of assisted suicide in Canada may not be the cheeri-est topic for a night at the pub, but it is an important one considering recent legal challenges.
Tonight (Jan. 29) at 6:30 p.m. the public is invited to attend a talk on the subject at the Sticky Wicket Pub (919 Douglas St.) as a part of the University of Victo-ria’s Centre for Aging’s Cafe Scien-tifique series.
The talks are intended to appeal to the layman and typically start with a presentation from one or two speakers, followed by a ques-tion period, which usually leads to an informal discussion.
“It’s important that people understand what is happening on the research side, and it’s impor-tant for researchers to understand what it is that community mem-bers are interested in,” said Dr. Vincenza Gruppuso, research co-ordinator. “It goes both ways.”
Past events have touched on aging in Canada, self-management for chronic pain and other rele-vant topics to seniors.
Tonight, University of Victoria
associate professor in the faculty of law Maneesha Deckha will speak to recent legal developments sur-rounding assisted suicide.
“It’s a hot button issue,” Deckha said. “If people are interested in having someone unpack the exact legal issues … they can get a fuller understanding of what’s at stake and form their own opinions of how Canada should proceed.”
Using the example of Kay Carter, who travelled to Switzerland for medical help to end her life, and others, the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association filed a law-
suit in 2011 challenging laws mak-ing it a criminal offence to assist suicide. In 2012 the B.C. Supreme Court ruled in favour of the BCCLA, ruling the right to die is protected by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
In 2013 the decision was over-turned by the B.C. Court of Appeal, primarily based on precedent from a prior case from 20 years earlier involving Victoria resident and assisted suicide advocate Sue Rodriquez.
The BCCLA has now taken the case to the Supreme Court of Can-
ada, which will consider the case at some point in the future.
While most argue for the con-stitutional right to dignity, Deckha believes an undervalued approach may be found in Sec. 15 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which focuses on equality.
Canadians have a right to sub-stantive equality, meaning where different groups of people are treated differently based on need. And because suicide is legal in Canada, it is being argued it’s a matter of equality to allow those who are not physically able to commit suicide to have access to assistance.
“We should look at the partic-ular circumstances and needs of communities and people,” Deckha said. “That’s the focus of my talk, to help people understand sub-stantive equality. Why is this sui-cide a matter of equality?”
Other upcoming Cafe Scien-tifique events include a March 3 presentation on fall prevention for aboriginal elders (at the First Peoples’ House on the UVic cam-pus, 3800 Finnerty Rd.) and a May 7 presentation in Sidney on living with life-threatening illness.
The sessions regularly reach capacity. To register, email [email protected] or call [email protected]
Assisted suicide up for debateUVic series explores legal arguments
Don Denton/News staff
Maneesha Deckha, a UVic law professor, is giving a presentation on current legal challenges to assisted suicide laws.
Greater Victoria Senior
Making a differenceBrenda
Little, 72, has used the Mon-terey Recre-ation Centre since 2004 after moving from Dawson Creek. She soon joined the music group the
NoteAbles. In 2006 she became the volunteer producer and is working on this year’s produc-tion, Enjoy Yourself as the club prepares for April performances.
Her secret to keeping young is to “enjoy what your are doing at the time you are doing it and have no regrets.”
Audrey McMullen, 68, is a volunteer at the Gold-stream Food Bank and with the West Shore RCMP Keep In Touch program.
“I volunteer so I can feel
useful,” she said.McMullen retired in 2001 and
was a public health nurse in Cold Lake, Alberta.
When she is not helping oth-ers she can be found square dancing at the Royal Colwood Hall or at a cabin on Galiano Island.
www.vicnews.com
Saturday, February 229am - 4:30pm
Garry Oak Rm., Fairfield Gonzales Community Association$269 per person* + gst
*price includes lunch and two coffee breaks
Space is limited. Register early. Please visit blvdmag.ca and click on
Travel Writing Seminar or call 250.480.3254
REGISTER NOW
FOR
FEBRUARY
A swab drive is being held for Hannah Day at the Mayfair Shopping Centre on Friday, Jan. 31 from 3 to 7 p.m. The event will include registration as a stem cell donor and a simple cheek swab to check for a match. In particular need are males
between the ages of 17 and 35.Hannah, a four-year-old Langford
resident, is diagnosed with leukemia, the second cancer diagnosis of her life, and her last hope lies in a stem cell transplant. To date no match has been found.
Are you a match for Hannah?
Coun. John Herbert said enforcement would essentially fall onto the district and would involve going to court.
“The only way it sounded like it could be enforced, is if the municipality wants to go to court,” Herbert said. “That would probably cost $25,000 – and we might win or we might not win.”
Paul Woolley, communications director for the ministry responsible for housing, said the Residential Tenancy Act does cover car ownership and a tenancy agreement is strictly related to the rental unit, common areas of the building and property owned by the landlord. Woolley said if a tenancy agreement does not include parking, it is up to the tenant to find parking elsewhere.
A date for the public hearing on the proposed Clive redevelopment has yet to be confirmed.
Continued from Page A1
Parking enforcement difficult, costly
POLICE NEWSIN BRIEF
Tribal mask foundA mask was found in front of a bank in the
2100-block of Oak Bay Ave. on Jan. 24. It was brought into the bank at 8:45 a.m. and given to the bank manager, who notified police.
If you have information on the mask, or who it belongs to, contact police at 250-592-2424.
Prohibited driver caught A man prohibited from driving was caught
after speeding away from a road block Jan. 25. The 26-year-old was stopped near Oak Bay High shortly before 10 p.m. He failed to produce a driver’s licence and when asked to pull his car over, he accelerated and drove northbound on Eastdowne Road.
His abandoned vehicle was later found on Estevan Avenue. Approximately one hour later, the man was located by Oak Bay police.
250-383-7227 The Denture Clinic
3937 Quadra St, Victoria (2 blocks S of McKenzie Ave)
250-655-7009 The Denture Clinic
#3 – 2227 James White Blvd, Sidney (behind Thrifty Foods)
Ronald A. Postings, R.D.
Robin Postings, R.D. • Full & Partial Dentures• Denture Over Implants• Relines & Repairs• All Dental Plans Accepted• No Referral Necessary• New Patients Welcome
2 Locations to Serve YouFREE Consultations
Baptist Housing Enhanced Seniors Living Since 1964250.595.6257
www.shannonoaks.com
An Independent Seniors Living Community
50 %OFFALL FRAMESIncluding in-stock designers.
DIAMONDOPTICAL EYECARE
DIAMONDOPTICAL EYECARE
DIAMONDOPTICAL EYECAREVICTORIA
1320 Douglas St.. 250.380.6919DOWNTOWN
OAK BAY1964 Fort St., 250.590.2932
ACROSS FROM SAFEWAY
BRING IN YOUR PRESCRIPTION
& RECEIVE $35 OFF
SALE PRICE
A8 • www.vicnews.com Wednesday, January 29, 2014 - OAK BAY NEWS
MONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAYMONEY TREE GIVEAWAY
WIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHWIN $888 CASHYou could
every Saturday at 8pm!Must be Present to WIN.
January 5 – February 8
Daily Hot Seat Draws at 3pm, 5pm & 7pm to win up to $88 in lucky slot play.
You can earn entries through Hot Seat draws,special table game hands, redeeming Encore Rewards points and more! U
sed
with
the
perm
issi
on o
f the
Ban
k of
Can
ada.
Bring this coupon to View Royal Casino to receive ONE FREE BALLOT for your chance to
WIN $888 Saturday at 8pm! Must be present to win.
One coupon per person per day. Coupon valid January 8 to February 8, 2014. No purchase necessary. No copies or facsimiles accepted.
No cash value. See Guest Services for details.
MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE MONEY TREE GIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAYGIVEAWAY
1708 Island Highway • Victoria250.391.0311 • viewroyalcasino.com
or or
*Buy 1 full metre or unit of selected merchandise at
Fabricland’s regular price and get the next 1 or 2 or 3
metres or units of equal value or less, FREE!
IGLOO FLEECE PRINTS 5 ea.
00
THREAD100% polyester, 100m spools
of equal value or less
BUY 1 GET1 FREE*
PATTERNSExcludes See & Sew
7
00
4 0
FLANNELETTE SOLIDS
Reg $9.50m
LAST CALL SALE ENDS JANUARY 30TH, 2014
/M
ARCTIC FLEECE SOLIDS
450/M
PRINTSReg $10.00m
0/M4 05
/M
Special selection
*Exclusive to Fabricland Sewing Club Members*MEMBERSHIP CARD MUST BE PRESENTED FOR DISCOUNTS
**
** *
*
**
*
Jan/14 - Buy 123 AD 2 - Insert usual basebar at bottom Ad Size 3 x 100 Group 1SEE INSERTION ORDER FOR PUBLICATION DATE
Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30am - 9:00 pm Sat. 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Sun. 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
VICTORIA
3170 TILLICUM ROAD LOWER LEVEL OUTSIDE OF TILLICUM CENTRE
ACROSS FROM PEARKES REC. CENTRE • 250-475-7501
Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30am - 9:00 pm Sat. 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Sun. 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
VICTORIA3170 TILLICUM ROAD LOWER LEVEL OUTSIDE OF TILLICUM CENTRE ACROSS FROM PEARKES REC. CENTRE • 250-475-7501
Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30 am - 9:00 pmSat. 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Sun and Holidays 11:00 am - 5 pm
When Ballet BC hits the Royal Theatre this week, local dance fans will have the chance to see contemporary artists at the top of their game perform work by some
of the best choreographers on the international stage.
For anyone who can’t help but cheer for the underdog, Ballet BC’s triple bill is an opportunity to appreciate a great arts success story. The main character in said tale: Emily Molnar, former prin-cipal dancer, named Ballet BC’s artistic director at a time when the company was teetering on insol-vency. Her vision: bring European choreographers to Vancouver and reinvent Ballet BC as a contem-porary company.
“We’re not making work that’s exclusive to a few people. We’re making work that resonates hopefully with a larger group of people. Having said that, our mandate is to push the art form of ballet forward and to take a contemporary per-spective on our art.”
All of the company’s dancers have at least 10 years of professional ballet training and a contem-porary understanding of using a three-dimensional space. The methods of choreographing the works are also different from years past. She works with choreographers who also possess a questioning spirit and fascination with human potential to challenge dancers as they build movement based on thinking and feeling.
“In a lot of ways we’re asking them to build that bridge between the modern dance world and the ballet world and activate them very quickly. That’s what makes it exciting to watch these danc-ers. They have that range.”
Since 2009, Molnar has added more than 30 works to the company’s repertoire, a process in which she remains very involved at every level, from scouting emerging and established artists worldwide to logging hours in the studio alongside dancers. Ballet BC is now sought after by such
prestigious festivals as Jacob’s Pillow and present-ers such as the National Arts Centre. The company was named one of 25 To Watch in 2013 by Dance Magazine and Molnar herself is being lauded for her bold vision, recently named Canada’s Dance Artist of the Year by the Globe and Mail, among a number of other distinctions.
But all the accolades haven’t imbued Molnar with a sense of ease over their current standing with audiences, reviewers and funders.
“Anything in life, when we move up, there’s a view down. That’s just a part of it: making sure we stay honest and we stay true and keep doing the work. This changeover that has happened in the past four years has been done with an incredible amount of dedication towards examining every-thing we’ve done to get to this point and every-thing we need to move forward.”
The key to her team’s success has hinged on their love for the art form at that ability to ques-tion every move they make. The peril in which Ballet BC found itself was a gift that drove the company towards reinvention, she said.
“Artists and arts organizations are flexible. We have to be. We have to be resourceful. If you’re going to think outside of the box, you have to be able to change things on a dime. ... We’ve had a lot of support but it hasn’t happened miraculously. We are not going to lose it right like that.”
Ballet BC’s triple bill Jan. 30 and 31 includes Molnar’s 16 + a room, a piece that draws its inspirations from everything from the poems of Emily Dickinson, set to a textured, electronic score by Dirk P. Haubritch, a composer she met while she was working at Frankfurt Ballet with William Forsythe. Joahn Inger’s Walking Mad set to Ravel’s Bolero will also take the stage. Tickets to the show, presented by Dance Victoria, start at $29. To find out more about their current Dance Days and Night Moves programming, which includes free classes and shows, or to purchase tickets for Ballet BC, visit dancevictoria.com.
Ballet BC: Back from the brinkNATAlIE [email protected]
$499 Asst. 1.65 L
Asst. 500 g
99¢ ea.
Island Farms
CottageCheese
SALE VALID JAN. 29 - FEB. 4, 2014
Island Farms
Smucker’sJam
Asst. 250 mL
$249
Bone-InChicken Breast
Rising StarEuropeanBread$229
Each
Each
$499 $11.00 kg
FrozenYogurt,Sherbet
$369 550 g
PostShreddies
Cereal
716 Johnson St.9am - 9pm Daily • 9am - 8pm Sun.
2897 Foul Bay Rd.8am - 10pm Daily • 9am - 9pm Sun.
VH Asian Sauces
$199 lb.$4.39 kg
341 - 355 mL
California/ArizonaGreen Leaf/Iceberg
Lettuce
Chinese Mini HoneyMandarins
$269
Bone-In
Frozen
CottageCheeseCottageCheeseCottage
Pre-FrozenSalmon $24.99 kgSalmon
$249100 g
Ground PorkGround Pork$449 $9.90 kg
California NavelOranges
$2.18 kg
Oranges99¢ lb.
Mexican BeefsteakTomatoes
$8.80 kg$399 lb.
MexicanAsparagus
Porto� noTeaBuns$299
$299
Orange PekoeTetley Tea
144’s
Tetley Tea$589
2/$300Boxes
$239Asst. 400 - 500 g
Green Giant ValleyFrozen
Vegetables
OAK BAY NEWS - Wednesday, January 29, 2014 www.vicnews.com • A9
13-042 / final artwork Publication: Black Press Community PapersHomeowner Protection Office
Insertion dates: Week 1various - week of January 26 - Feb 1, 2014Consumer Protection with New Home Registry
Position: Forward News
10.31” wide X 6” high300dpiblack and white
Printable PDF file to: [email protected]: January 24, 2014
www.hpo.bc.ca Toll-free: 1-800-407-7757
Email: [email protected]
Buying or building your own home? Find out about your rights, obligations and information that can help you make a more informed purchasing decision.
Visit the B.C. government’s Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) website for free consumer information.
New Homes Registry Keeps Homebuyers Informed This helpful, easy-to-use, online resource is available from the Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) website at www.hpo.bc.ca. Savvy homebuyers are using it to make more informed purchasing decisions.
The New Homes Registry provides free access to find out if a home has a policy of home warranty insurance and is built by a Licensed Residential Builder, or whether it’s built without home warranty insurance. Homebuyers can obtain valuable information such as the name and contact number of the warranty provider, the builder’s warranty number and whether an owner-built home can be legally offered for sale.
Every new home built for sale by a Licensed Residential Builder in British Columbia is protected by mandatory third-party home warranty insurance. Better known as 2-5-10 home warranty insurance, this coverage includes: two years on labour and materials, five years on the building envelope (including water penetration), and 10 years on the structure. It’s the strongest system of construction defect insurance in Canada.
Visit the HPO website for free access to the New Homes Registry which is optimized for mobile devices.
Consumer Protection for Homebuyers
Services
• NewHomesRegistry–findoutifany home registered with the HPO: • canbelegallyofferedforsale • hasapolicyofhomewarranty insurance • isbuiltbyaLicensedResidential Builder or an owner builder• RegistryofLicensedResidential Builders
Resources• Residential Construction Performance Guide–knowwhentofileahome warranty insurance claim• Buying a Home in British Columbia Guide• Guide to Home Warranty Insurance in British Columbia• Maintenance Matters bulletins and videos• Subscribetoconsumerprotection publications
At least three University of Victoria swimmers are looking ahead to next month’s CIS nationals in Toronto after posting five medal-winning times at the Canada West Swimming Championships at the University of Calgary last weekend.
Among the Vikes making a splash at the competition was first-year UVic swimmer Jon McKay (Reynolds secondary), who medalled on the opening day with a second-place finish in the men’s 1,500-metre freestyle. His time of 15 minutes, 29.61 seconds, put him just behind winner Jonathan Brown of UBC (15:27.04).
Keegan Zanatta (Claremont) earned the team’s second medal, a gold in the men’s 200-metre freestyle in a time of 1:47.62.
The final day of competition proved to be the highlight of the weekend for the Vikes, as they added three more medals to their haul.
Two-time Canadian Olympic team member Stephanie Horner (Beaconsfield, Que.) won gold for the women’s team, finishing the 200-metre butterfly in 2:13.32, and also took home a bronze in the 4x100m relay.
Zanatta won his second medal of the weekend on
Sunday, taking bronze in the 200-metre butterfly.
UBC was the big winner on the weekend on the women’s side, setting a conference team record with 1,017 points overall, nearly 500 points ahead of second-place Calgary. UVic finished fifth with 272.5.
The men’s team competition proved closer, with UBC taking top spot with 941 points. UVic was fourth place with 398, missing out on the podium finish by just six points behind the University of Alberta.
Swimmers qualify for
Canadian Inter-University Sport nationals based on their times, meaning even those who don’t earn medals can still find themselves competing in the championships.
One thing that didn’t go swimmingly for the Vikes was their flight home Sunday night, which was turned around at the Victoria International Airport due to fog and rerouted all the way back to Calgary.
The nationals go Feb. 20 to 22 at the University of Toronto.
SPORTSUVic swimmers take to podium
Photo by Armando Tura/courtesy University of Victoria
University of Victoria Vikes swimmer Stephanie Horner churns through the water at a recent meet. Horner, a fourth-year Vikes swimmer, was among the UVic contingent who qualified for the CIS nationals with their performances at last weekend’s Canada West championships in Calgary.
Tools
Master of CounsellingWith your Master of Counselling from CityU, you’ll be prepared to help others when they need it most. If you have a bachelor’s degree and want a career as a Registered Clinical Counsellor, CityU’s Master of Counselling program could be a great fit.
The term “university” is used under the written consent of the Minister of Advanced Education effective April 11, 2007, having undergone a quality assessment process and been found to meet the criteria established by the minister.City University of Seattle is a not-for-profit and an Equal Opportunity institution accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.S
P36
86
Learn more at a Tuesday info session:
february 4, 2014, 7:00pmCity University of Seattle in Victoria, BC305 - 877 Goldstream Ave, Langford, BC, Canada
RSVP to 250.391.7444
www.Cityu.edu/Canada
A10 • www.vicnews.com Wednesday, January 29, 2014 - OAK BAY NEWSA10 www.oakbaynews.com Wed, Jan 29, 2014, Oak Bay News
CALL VICTORIA: 250.384.8121 OR VISIT SPROTTSHAW.COM
110-
COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER/ SOCIAL SERVICESAs a Community Support Worker, you will be able to provide rehabilitation, support, and other forms of assistance to children, youth, and families while supporting social workers and health care professionals. Train in this rewarding career.
Career Opportunities: Child and Youth Care Worker Women’s Shelter Worker Family Place Worker Settlement/Newcomers Service Worker Teen Pregnancy and Parenting Support Worker
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMING EVENTS
CALL FOR ENTRIES12TH ANNUAL
Kitty Coleman WoodlandArtisan Festival.
Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show.
Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting
May 17, 18 and 19Applications for Artisans
are available at woodlandgardens.ca
250-338-6901
QUALITY ASSURANCEcourse for Health Canada’s Commercial Marijuana Pro-gram. February 22 & 23 Best Western Hotel, Kelowna, BC. Tickets: www.greenlineacade-my.com or 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882.
INFORMATION
ADVERTISE in the LARGEST OUTDOOR PUBLICATION IN BC
The 2014-2016 BC Hunting Regulations
SynopsisThe most effective way to
reach an incredible number of BC Sportsmen & women.
Two year edition- terrifi c presence for your business.Please call Annemarie
1.800.661.6335 email:
DID YOU KNOW? BBB Ac-credited Businesses must pass a comprehensive screen-ing process. Look for the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Di-rectory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at
www.blackpress.ca.You can also go to
http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2013 BBB
Accredited Business Directory
DID YOU SEE THIS? On Oct 21, 2013 around 8-8:30am on Cedar Hill Rd near Earlston St a cyclist was hit by a No. 24 BC Transit bus. Please call Debbie 250-360-2500 with any details. Thank you.
PERSONALS
REAL DISCREET, Local Con-nections. Call FREE! 18+. Call 250-220-1300. Or visit online at: www.livelinks.com
LOST AND FOUND
FOUND: BRACELET, Jan. 15 around Malaview, Sidney area. Call to describe (250)652-3403.
LOST: KEYS, in or around Safeway parking lot, Sidney, Nissan car key/fob, Coach key chain shaped like a purse. Re-ward. 250-888-1986
TRAVEL
GETAWAYS
LONG BEACH - Ucluelet - Deluxe waterfront cabin,
sleeps 6, BBQ. Winter Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
250.388.3535
YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR CLASSIFIEDS
TRAVEL
TIMESHARE
CANCEL YOUR Timeshare. No risk program. Stop mort-gage and maintenance Pay-ments today. 100% money back guarantee. Free consul-tation. Call us now. We can help! 1-888-356-5248.
TRAVEL
CENTURY PLAZA HOTELBest Rates. 1.800.663.1818
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
ANTI-AGING BUSINESS Goldmine! #1 Baby Boomer Market in US. Prime Turn-key locations available. $12K(min. Invest)=$50K+ Yearly! Call to-day: 1-888-900-8276. 24/7.
EXCITING NEW Canadian Business Opportunity. Available in your area! Min in-vestment req’d. For more info, call 1-866-945-6409.
GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories. Full de-tails call now 1-866-668-6629. Website www.tcvend.com
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
LEARN FROM home. Earn from home. Huge is a demand for Medical Transcriptionists. Start your online learning to-day with CanScribe Career College. www.canscribe.com Call 1.800.466.1535 or email: [email protected]
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
THERE IS a critical need for Medical Transcriptionists across Canada. Work from home. CanScribe graduates welcome and encouraged to apply. Apply through MTR at www.hds-mt.com/jobs
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
1Up Single Parent Resource Centre
is seeking caring individuals to participate in the Peer Helper for Single Parents
volunteer training. Successful candidates will receive training to provide
resource-focused support for single parents. Training will
run once a week from mid-February to mid-April.
Interested individuals please contact Cheryl Dyck at:
[email protected] or call 250.385.1114
HELP WANTED
MANAGEMENT and HAIR STYLIST positions available. Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria location. Must have
hairstyling qualifi cations. Guaranteed $11/hr, benefi ts,
vacation pay, 25% profi t sharing, paid overtime, paid birthday,advanced training and annual advancement
opportunities For an interview call
250-391-7976
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
HELP WANTED
THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions:•Heavy Duty Mechanics•Feller Buncher•Coastal Log Scalers•Grapple Yarder Operators•Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers•Processor Operators•Hand Buckers•Coastal Certifi ed Hand FallersFulltime camp with union rates/benefi ts.Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to offi [email protected]
THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions:• Camp Cooks (Red Seal
Chef an asset)• Camp Bull CooksPlease send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to offi [email protected]
TRADES, TECHNICAL
GPRC, Fairview Campus, Al-berta needs Power Engineer-ing Instructors. No teaching experience, no problem. Please contact Brian Carreau at 780-835-6631 and/or visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca
HIRING in Fort St John, BC. MILL ELECTRICIANS with ex-perience. Wage up to $50/hr. Housing & Benefi ts. Shift-7days on/ 7off. Email re-sume: [email protected] or fax 250-630-2114 Ph: 250-263-4350
JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS
Fort McMurray & Leduc AlbertaGladiator Equipment Ltd. has immediate positions for Journeyman Heavy Duty, off road Certifi ed Mechanics for work in Fort McMurray and Le-duc, Alberta. Excellent wages and benefi ts.
www.gladiatorequipment.comfax 1-780-986-7051.
NOW HIRING Class 1 Drivers to transport dangerous goods for oilfi eld service company in northern Alberta. Competitive wages, benefi ts and lodging. Experience hauling fl uids pre-ferred. Send an email to: [email protected].
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
TRADES, TECHNICAL
Marine TechnicianPrimary duties include maint. troubleshooting & repair of diesel & gas marine engines. Knowledgeable in vessel electrical systems. Must have own tools and a valid drivers license.
Compensation BasedOn Experience.
Please forward resume to vancouveroutboard@
telus.net
VOLUNTEERS
BRIDGES FOR women seeks board members with varied expertise and interest in wom-en impacted by abuse, to sup-port their on-going work for two-year terms. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.
CANADIAN CANCER Society is looking for short-term door-to-door canvassers in April to collect donations on a short route in their neighbourhoods. Other positions available. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.
SAANICH RECREATIONneeds friendly, diplomatic vol-unteers from time-to-time at recreation centres or special events, and would be happy to record your interests and skills. Call Volunteer Victoria at 250-386-2269.
PERSONAL SERVICES
MIND BODY & SPIRIT
Kripalu full body massage.Over 13 years experience. Acupressure and Reiki. Wom-en only. Professional. Call for Feb specials. $50/hr. New cli-ents only. Call 250-514-6223, www.andreakober.com
MASSAGE Healing Touch
Release deeply held tension
Naturally relaxing!
778-679-6393Close to Downtown
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
PERSONAL SERVICES
COUNSELLING
JAN Saunders, MA, Regis-tered Clinical Counsellor wel-comes new and returning cli-ents to her new offi ce locationat #102-3212 Jacklin Rd.Please [email protected],250-213-9923 orwww.jansaunders.com for ap-pointments or information
HEALTH PRODUCTS
WHY YOUR Fat Friends WillHate You When You LoseWeight! As Seen On TV, Risk-Free 60 Day. Toll-Free 1-800-804-1381.www.FatLossFAQ.com
HOLISTIC HEALTH
Trager® Bodywork allows you to move more freely with less pain and
tension. You’ll feel deeply relaxed & have greater mental clarity.
Rae BilashCertifi ed Trager Practitioner
call for appointment 250-380-8733
www.raebilash.ca* Also Hot Stone Massage
FINANCIAL SERVICES
DROWNING IN debt? Cutdebts more than 60% & debtfree in half the time! Avoidbankruptcy! Free consultation.www.mydebtsolution.com orToll free 1-877-556-3500 BBBRated A+
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
CLASSIFIED ADS WORK!Call 250.388.3535
Your community. Your classifieds.
250.388.3535
fax 250.388-0202 email [email protected]
SOOKENEWSMIRROR
$2997plus tax
SELL YOUR STUFF!Private Party Merchandise Ad1" PHOTO + 5 LINES (99¢ extra lines) Runs till it sells, up to 8 weeks!
Choose any:Black Press Community Newspapers!
Add any other Greater Victoria paper for only $9.99 each +tax
3BONUS!We will upload your ad to
Ask us for more info.FREE!
OAK BAY NEWS - Wednesday, January 29, 2014 www.vicnews.com • A11Oak Bay News Wed, Jan 29, 2014 www.oakbaynews.com A11 PERSONAL SERVICES
FINANCIAL SERVICES
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB.
1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
LEGAL SERVICES
CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certifi -cation, adoption property ren-tal opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO
RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Home Movies to DVD. Also, Portraiture, Baby, Family + Maternity. 250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
FRIENDLY FRANK
AQUARIUM, 6 sides, 24” high x 17.5 x 20. $50. Call (250)477-1819.
CORN FLOWER Crystal, 6 water, $8/each, 6 juice glasses $5/each. (250)595-6734.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
FUEL/FIREWOOD
ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fi r, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
NEWSPRINT ROLLENDS- $2-$10. Fridays only, 8:30am to 4:30pm. #200-770 Enter-prise Cres, Victoria. Gold-stream Press Division.
STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
STEEL BUILDING. “The big year end clear out!” 20x22 $4,259. 25x24 $4,684. 30x34 $6,895. 35x36 $9,190. 40x48 $12,526. 47x70 $17,200. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca
Women’s Mustang Floater Coat & Bib Pants.2 VW & Audi Bike Racks.Car Brochures. Magazines from 50’s & 60’s.
(778)426-2835.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
ANTIQUES, BOOKS, col-lectibles, furniture, china, jew-elry. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700
REAL ESTATE
FOR SALE BY OWNER
SAANICH WEST- 1246 Has-tings St, 3 bdrm Rancher, 2 garage, dining/living/family rooms, 2 bath (ensuite), F/P, appls incld, new roof. Walking distance to Interurban cam-pus. Reduced price, $460,000. Call 250-477-4600.
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
UNDER NEWMANAGEMENT
Bright lg Bach 1,2,3 br. UnitsFully reno
5 min drive to DT Victoria Full time on site manager
Move in today250-588-9799
SHARED ACCOMMODATION
GOLDSTREAM AREA- 1400 sq ft, newly furnished, w/d, d/w, a/c, big deck & yard, hi-def TV, parking. Working male only. $650 inclusive. Ray 778-433-1233.
SUITES, LOWER
ESQUIMALT- 2 bdrm ground level, W/D, cat ok. N/S. $1025. + 1/3 gas heat. Avail now or Feb. 1st. (250)385-2846.
GLANFORD- 1 bdrm, lrg living rm+ kitchen. $700 inclds utils. N/P. Call (778)350-2446.
GORGE-HARRIET- Quiet, lrg 1 bdrm, grd level, priv ent, utils incl’d, parking, partially fur-nished, NS/NP. $745/mo. Avail Apr 1. Call 250-384-0460 (leave a message).
HARRIET/UPTOWN- fully fur-nished 3 bdrm, reno’d, 4 appls, bus route, NS/NP. $1350 in-clusive. W/D. 250-480-0849.
LANGFORD- 2 bd, Park with creek. 5 appl. All utils inc, NS/NP. $1,275. 250-478-1324
MARIGOLD- the coziest 1 bdrm, W/S, shared W/D, quiet. NS/NP. $850. 250-727-6217.
YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR CLASSIFIEDS Call 250.388.3535
RENTALS
SUITES, LOWER
NORTH NANAIMO: 1bdrm private suite. New fl oors & paint. Shared laundry. FREE hydro & cable. N/S, No Parti-ers. $850/mo. Move in now; don’t pay rent until Feb. 1st! 250-756-9746.
SANNICH - 1450 sq.ft. 3 bdrm. 1 full bath in beautiful area. 7ft. ceilings. Tons of storage. Huge living room w/ laminate fl oor. Full use of back yard. Sep. driveway w/ 2 car prkg. $1350 incls. lndry, utils. and hydro. N/S Avail. Now. Sm. pet. nego. 250.595.6980
WATERFRONT. NORTH Saa-nich. Large 2-bdrm, 2 bath. $1800./mo inclds utils. Pos-sibly small boat moorage +. Pet OK. N/S. (250)656-5999.
TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
AUTO SERVICES
$$$ TOP CA$H PAID $$$. For ALL unwanted Vehicles, any condition. Call (250)885-1427.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
ACCOUNTING/TAX/BOOKKEEPING
ACCOUNTINGVida Samimi
Certifi ed General Accountant
Bookkeeping, Audit,Payroll, HST. Set up &
Training. E-FileTAX
250-477-4601
ELECTRICAL
(250)217-3090.ELECTRICIAN 30 yrs exp. New homes and Renos. Knob & tube replace-ment. Service calls. Senior’s Disc. Free est. Lic.#3003.
250-361-6193 Quality Electric Reno’s, res & comm. No job too small. Lic# 22779.
AT&T ELECTRIC. Renova-tions. Residential & Commer-cial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550.
KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.
FENCING
ALL TYPES of fencing, re-pairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.
CLASSIFIEDS WORK HARD!Call 250.388.3535
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
FURNITURE REFINISHING
FURNITURE REFINISHING. Specializing in small items, end-tables, coffee tables, chairs. Free pick-up & deliv-ery. References available. 250-475-1462.
GARDENING
250-479-7950FREE ESTIMATES
• Lawn Maintenance• Landscaping• Hedge Trimming• Tree Pruning• Yard Cleanups• Gardening/Weeding • Aeration, Odd JobsNO SURPRISES NO MESS
www.hollandave.ca
DPM SERVICES- lawn & gar-den, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
ABBA EXTERIORS Gutter cleaning & repairs. Seniors discounts. WCB, Insured. Free estimates. (778)433-9275.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
(250)889-5794. DIAMOND Dave- window, gutter cleaning, roof-de-moss, gutter guards, power washing. Free est.
HANDYPERSONS
12% OAP Discount. Paint, Plumb, Carpentry. Power saw, etc. Don (250)661-1588.
BIG BEAR Handyman. Paint-ing, household repairs. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071.
HAULING AND SALVAGE
$20 & Up Garbage & Garden waste removal. Senior Disc. Free estimates. 250-812-2279.
CLEAN-UP SPECIAL. You load bins, size 12 yard $100 plus dump fee or we do it all. Call 250-361-6164.
FAMILY MAN Hauling. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.
GARY’S HAULING. One call does it all. Small demos & yard clean-up. Vehicle & metal recycling. Call (778)966-1413.
SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.
JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk.Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HAULING AND SALVAGE
JUNK BOX- We Do All The Loading
PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
JACK NASH, serving Victoria over 30 yrs. We do it all! Free estimates WCB. 250-881-3886
LANDSCAPING
250-216-9476 ACCEPTING new contracts; landscape and carpentry. BBB/Insured. Res /Comm. www.ftguland.com
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MASONRY & BRICKWORK
CBS MASONRY BBB. WCB. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flag-stone Rock, Concrete Pavers, Natural & Veneered Stone. Replace, Rebuild, Renew! “Quality is our Guarantee”. Free Competitive Estimates. (250)294-9942/(250)589-9942. www.cbsmasonry.com
& MOVING STORAGE
2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on lo-cal moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)686-6507.
DONE RIGHT MOVING $70/hr. Senior Discount. Free Est’s. No travel time before or after. BBB accredited. Call Tyl-er at 250-418-1747.
PAINTING
A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220.
NORM’S PAINTING- Why wait till Spring? Reasonable, Reliable. Ref’s. Over 25 yrs experience. 250-478-0347.
OLD TIMER. Quality old fash-ioned service. Great rates. Ex-cellent references. Call Al at 250-474-6924, 250-888-7187.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
PAINTING
SAFEWAY PAINTING
High quality, Organized. Interior/Exterior
Residential/Commercial Jeff, 250-472-6660 Cell 250-889-7715
Member BBB
PLUMBING
EXPERIENCED JOURNEY-MAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fair rates. Insured. Reliable, friendly. Great references. Call Mike at KNA (250)880-0104.
FELIX PLUMBING. Over 35 years experience. Reasonable rates. Call 250-514-2376.
FREE ESTIMATES. Rea-sonable. Reliable. No job too small. Call 250-388-5544.
PRESSURE WASHING
DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates. 250-744-8588, Norm.
ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
RUPE’S ROOFING: Torch on shingles or metal. Fully in-sured. References; ticketed roofers. Call Rupe 250-415-7130 or Mike 1-250-533-9410.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
TELEPHONE SERVICES
DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect homephone service. No one re-fused! Low monthly rate! Call-ing features and unlimited longdistance available. Call Na-tional Teleconnect today! 1-866-443-4408. or visit online:www.nationalteleconnect.com
TILING
SHAWN THE Tile Guy- Res/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos. Freeest. Call 250-686-6046.
TREE SERVICES
BUDDY’S TREE SERVICES-Trimming, pruning, chipping,removals, hedges, lawn care,Insured. Keith, (250)474-3697.
WINDOW CLEANING
DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning.Windows, Gutters, Sweeping,Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pres-sure Washing. 250-361-6190.
SERVICE DIRECTORYwww.bcclassified.com 250.388.3535
BUYING - RENTING- SELLING
250.388.3535
fi l here please
fi l here please
SMALL ADS GET BIG RESULTS! Call 250.388.3535
CANADIAN TIRE801 Royal Oak DrWest Shore Town Ctr2959 Douglas St3993 Cedar Hill Rd1519 Admirals Rd
TROTAC MARINE370 Gorge Road East(Gorge and Jutland)
Name:
Address:
Phone:
WINDSOR PLYWOOD888 Van Isle Way,Langford2120 Keating Cross Rd,Saanichton
Drop off at any participating merchant. Ballots also available in store.✃
THUNDERBIRD INSURANCE1032 Yates St
Contest closes Feb. 5, 2014. Draw date Feb. 12, 2014.
WindsorPlywood
ENTER TO
A Victoria Royals Prize PackIncluding: ★Tickets to an Upcoming Game★Autographed Team Cards ★Royals Swag
ENTER TOENTER TOENTER TO
A Victoria Royals Prize PackA Victoria Royals Prize PackIncluding:
Contest closes Feb. 5, 2014. Draw date Feb. 12, 2014.
A Victoria Royals Prize PackA Victoria Royals Prize PackTickets to an Upcoming Game
A Victoria Royals Prize PackA Victoria Royals Prize Pack
VICTORIA ROYALS PRIZE PACKAGE ENTRY BALLOT
Winners will be contacted within two weeks after contest closing date. No purchase necessary. Odds of winning are dependant on the number of participants. The contest is open to all residents of British Columbia of the age of majority. One entry per person. Valid ID may be required. Winners may be required to answer a skill testing question. Prizes must be accepted as awarded. Full contest details are available at 250-480-3254.
There’s more online For more stories and web
exclusives visit vicnews.com
A12 • www.vicnews.com Wednesday, January 29, 2014 - OAK BAY NEWS
BC RED TAB WEEK 40 51000_JAN 31_FRI_06
JAN./FEB.
Prices in this ad good until Feb. 2nd.
131 2FRI SAT SUN
Prices effective at all British Columbia Safeway stores Friday, January 31 through Sunday, February 2, 2014 only. We reserve the right to limit sales to retail quantities. Some items may not be available at all stores. All items while stocks last. Actual items may vary slightly from illustrations. Some illustrations are serving suggestions only. Advertised prices do not include GST. ®™ Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading B.V. Used under license by LoyaltyOne, Co. and Safeway. Extreme Specials are prices that are so low they are limited to a one time purchase to Safeway Club Card Members within a household. Each household can purchase the limited items one time during the effective dates. A household is defi ned by all Safeway Club Cards that are linked by the same address and phone number. Each household can purchase the EXTREME SPECIALS during the specifi ed advertisement dates. For purchases over the household limits, regular pricing applies to overlimit purchases. On BUY ONE GET ONE FREE items, both items must be purchased. Lowest priced item is then
free. Online and in-store prices, discounts, and offers may differ.
Valid until Sunday, February 2
69¢Per Burger
Club Price
Works out to Lumberjack SandwichMade fresh in-store with over a pound of meat and cheese!
899Club Price
ea.
Artisan French Garlic BreadOr Whole Wheat Garlic Bread. 454 g.
$4Club Price
Bakery Counter Football CakeVanilla or Chocolate. Double Layer. 8 Inch.
899Club Price
The Butcher’s Cut Pure Beef PattiesFrozen. Sold in a 4.54 kg Box for only $27.60.
Safeway Kitchens Chicken WingsFrozen. Assorted varieties. Just heat and serve. 750 g.
Safeway Kitchens Chicken WingsFrozen. Assorted varieties. Just heat and serve. 750 g.
999Club Price
ea.
The Butcher’s Cut St. Louis Style Pork Spareribs800 g.
The Butcher’s Cut St. Louis Style Pork Spareribs800
899Club Price
ea.
$10Club Price
Coca-Cola or Pepsi Soft DrinksAssorted varieties. 12 Pack. Plus deposit and/or enviro levy where applicable. LIMIT SIX - Combined varieties.
3 for
All you need to enjoy the big game!All you need to enjoy the big game!
2 for
®
T-Bone SteaksCut from 100% Canadian beef. LIMIT TWO.
RaspberriesProduct of U.S.A., Mexico. 170 g.HOUSEHOLD LIMIT FOUR.
FRI.-SAT.-SUN.3DAYSALE JANUARY
FRIDAY
31FEBRUARY
SATURDAY
1FEBRUARY
SUNDAY
2
LucerneIce CreamAssorted varieties. 1.89 Litre. LIMIT FOUR - Combined varieties.
Wonder BreadAssorted varieties. 570 g.
Bakery Counter Pizza BunsOr Cheese Swirl Buns. In-store made. Package of 6.
Deli Counter Honey HamSliced or shaved fresh. Available at the service counter only.
Summer Fresh DipsAssorted varieties.227 g.
From the Deli!From the Deli!
Old Spice BodywashOr Gillette 473 to 532 mL. Or Olay 295 to 354 mL. Or Bar Soap. Select varieties and sizes. LIMIT SIX FREE - Combined varieties.
3 DAYS ONLY!
CLUB PRICE
129/100 g
3 DAYS ONLY!
CLUB PRICE
3993 DAYS ONLY!
CLUB PRICE
1FREEBUY 1 GET
EQUAL OR LESSER VALUE
3 DAYS ONLY!
CLUB PRICE
$52for3 DAYS ONLY!
CLUB PRICE
$52for
3 DAYS ONLY!
CLUB PRICE
$42for
3 DAYS ONLY!
CLUB PRICE
599lb13.21/kg
3 DAYS ONLY!
CLUB PRICE
299EXTREMEPRICE
ea.
From the Deli!
