Goldstream News Gazette, December 28, 2012

Ready to sell?

We can help

Deborah Coburn 250.812.5333Roy Coburn 250.812.1989

NEWSG A Z E T T EGOLDSTREAM

Friday, December 28, 2012 Breaking news at GOLDSTREAMGAZETTE.COM

Review the news ...from View Royal’s fire hall to Metchosin seeking pot laws

Page A3, A4, A5, A15

ONLINE: Most ‘liked’ on Facebook this year A12NEWS: West Shore players strike out at NHL A13ARTS: CineFile counts down top 10 for 2012 A14

20122012REVISITEDREVISITED

a season of reflection

Shopping for a new stylist or tanning place?

www.tonyshairdesign.com Colwood102 - 2244 Sooke Road (Corner of Sooke & Kelly) Hatley Park Plaza

Save $50Cut | Color & Highlights NOW $99 Free

Drop in Tan18 years +

Expires Mar. 31, 2013



HAIR DESIGN &TANNING SALONHH

250.478.1221 Save 30%on any haircare & tan product

A2 • www.goldstreamgazette.com Friday, December 28, 2012 - GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE

1730 ISLAND HIGHWAY250.412.5101www.jennerchevbuickgmc.comMon-Thurs 9-8pm • Fri-Sat 9-6pm

twitter.com/jennermotors Receive updates & monthly prizes

all 2012 & 2013 Chevrolet Buick and GMC vehicles at year end pricing*

*select vehicles

DL#7038

GMEmployee

pricingNow until Dec. 30.

You pay what we pay.

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE -Friday, December 28, 2012 www.goldstreamgazette.com • A3

A COMMUNITY FIT FOR FAMILIES!

“Westhills is a unique and growing community. The friendly neighbourhood has a magical feel to us with its safe walking trails,

mountains and lakes to view. We have finally found HOME!”

– Joan Braun, happy Westhills resident

Call Mike Hartshorne*at (250) 889-4445 for more information or register today at WesthillsBC.com*PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

CARE AWARDS 2012 Winners

TOPTOP1010Two boys, 11 and eight, ended up under a B.C. Transit bus after tobogganing down a driveway,

Jan 18. The 11-year-old was pinned under the front axle of the bus and the other boy was hit by the front of the bus. Both boys were taken to hospital and released with minor injuries.

In January, 5,000 pounds of copper cabling measuring nearly a kilometre was stolen from an

underground duct. The cabling ran along Langford Parkway neary Goudy field. The thieves have never been caught. It was one of the largest copper thefts on the Island to date.

After 25 years of getting calls from Langford Dispatch, fire departments from View Royal and

Colwood called it quits. The two departments signed up to receive service from Saanich Dispatch.

John Durika bowled the

first perfect game at Langford Lanes, Jan. 29. He finished the game with a score of 300 and was awarded a ring from The Canadian Tenpin Federation.

Colwood approved three public electric vehicle charging stations in February. The first charging

station in the town was installed at the Royal Bay Bakery in March.

Jeneece Place opened in late January giving fami-lies a place to stay while their children are being

treated at Victoria General Hospital. The dream of local youth fundraiser Jeneece Place was made a reality, Jan. 20. Jeneece Place was budgeted at $5.5 million.

CFB Esquimalt undertook its first marine life enhancement project by building three rock

reefs, each one about one-third the size of a football field. The reefs were built at the mouth of the Esquimalt harbour, a working harbour and navy base for more than a century.

Teachers voted for a three-day strike and stood in front of schools picketing March 5 to 7.

Capital City Centre plans were announced Jan. 23, marking the largest property development on

the Island. The development will take over the former Colwood Corners located at Goldstream Avenue and Sooke Road.

Colwood installed solar panels on the Colwood fire hall in March. The panels are now used for both electricity

and solar hot water.

11

22

33

44

55

66

77

8899

1010

John Durika

Top: January brings snow to the West

Shore.Right: Belmont

teachers line Jacklin Road the morning of

the first of a three-day strike in March.

File photos

WINTERThe ball is rolling when

it comes to the Highlands community hall.

In the new year, Highlands staff will begin the search to hire a construction man-ager for the community hall project.

“We still have some balls in the air,” said district administer Chris Coates.

The district received a preliminary design of the 3,000-square-foot building, back in September.

A $400,000 grant was secured for

the project in 2008, The Towns for Tomorrow grant has an expiry of March 31, 2013.

Highlands has requested an extension from the min-ister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development, but has not yet heard if that’s been granted.

A proposed Highlands development, located at 1150 Bear Mountain Park-way, has agreed to pay $486, 538 in exchange for

the increase in residential density if

the development moves forward. A public hearing is scheduled for

Jan. 7.The community hall project is esti-

mated to cost between $800,000 and $850,000. The new community hall has been in the works for years, but a location was not decided until July 18. The District accepted 20-acres of land from resident Fred York. The land is located at the corner of Millstream and Finlayson Arm roads.

York gave the land to the district in exchange for being able to subdivide his land.

[email protected]

Highlands hall inches alongHighlands hall inches along

Charla HuberReporting

A4 • www.goldstreamgazette.com Friday, December 28, 2012 GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE

Start your New Year as a Multi-Millionaire! DEADLINE midnight Jan.15FINAL DAYS TO WIN!

WIN Vancouver Island Condo Package

Worth Over $2.8 Million!

Winner will choose 1 prize option; other prize options will not be awarded. Rules of Play: MillionaireLottery.com

DESIGNER HOME

LOTTERY

MILLIONAIRE

VGH & UBC HOSP ITAL FOUNDATI ON

Make this yourbest NewYear ever!

� �

Chances are 1 in 482,600 (total tickets for sale) to win a 50/50 prize. 50/50 BC Gaming Event Licence #47691

Know your limit, play within it.Problem Gambling Help Line 1-888-795-6111www.bcresponsiblegambling.ca 19+ to play!

Chances are 1 in 117,000 (total tickets for sale) to win a grand prize. BC Gaming Event Licence #47690

3Stunning New Prize Home Packages

to Choose from or$2.5Million Cash!Easy Order: MillionaireLottery.com or 1-888-445-5825

TOPTOP1010The Harley-Davidson that washed ashore in Haida Gwaii after the earthquake in Japan was

brought to Steve Drane Harley-Davidson in Langford, May 6. Steve Drane planned to restore the 2004 bike for its owner, but it wasn’t feasible.

More than 100 aboriginal students in the Sooke School District graduated high school this year.

That is the largest aboriginal graduating class to date for SD 62. SD 62 is being recognized as a leader in the province for its aboriginal education programs and the exceptionally high grad rate.

After a public outcry when Ma Miller’s Pub announced it would be hosting strippers, the pub

operator was evicted from the building and the strip-pers were cancelled, in June.

A diesel fuel spilled out along Sooke Lake Road in Langford after a tractor trailer punctured its fuel

tank while making a tight turn, March 29. Emergency responders were uncertain if it was the curb or a stop sign that had punctured the tank.About 115 litres of fuel spilled out onto the road clos-ing the road and a general store and a pub.

With the military blue boats program ending, a private commuter ferry picked up the slack sail-

ing West Shore military members to work at the base. The private ferry took over the route May 1.

A small group of animal activists held up signs outside the Luxton fair grounds during the pro

rodeo in May. Signs included “Buck the rodeo” and “Animals in pain shouldn’t entertain.” The Canadian Pro Rodeo Association said the protesters were well-mannered and had a right to free speech.

Everyone knew a new Junior B hockey team was coming to the West Shore and in April we learned

it our home team’s name, West-shore Wolves.

Langford teen Brandi Ander-son was crowned Miss Teen

after competing in a provincial pageant in Vancouver. Miss Teen B.C. was the first pageant she ever competed in.

Colwood’s Graffiti Outreach Program was made a perma-

nent program in April. It began in October 2011 as a responsive way to deal withgraffiti.

Sewage hit the Trans-Canada Highway on May 2 when a septic truck travelling north-

bound lost control and barrel rolled across the high-way. About 800 gallons of sewage spilled out of the truck near Thetis Lake Park. No other vehicles were involved and the driver was unharmed.

Metchosin councillor fights for marijuana decriminalization

Metchosin put marijuana on the map this year.

Coun. Moralea Milne first brought a motion to council to decriminalize the illicit drug in January.

She saw support around the table, with the exception of Coun. Larry Tremblay.

“I am one of the few who have never tried it,” Tremblay said at the start of the year. “I’ll probably go down as the Neanderthal in Metchosin who doesn’t support it, but I don’t want to go down as the pothead council of Metchosin.”

Milne argued the illegality of mari-juana is responsible for criminal behaviour, including mouldy, unsafe grow-op houses and the theft of elec-tricity.

“I think it should be released and taxed like alcohol,” Milne said in Janu-ary. “We need to bring some sanity to our lawmaking. The problem with marijuana is a failed policy.”

Some council members such as Milne and Coun. Bob Gramigna admit to smoking marijuana several decades ago, while noting they don’t partake in the activity now.

“The war on drugs hasn’t been a success,” Milne said. “A lot of things we enjoy cause harm … We don’t throw people in jail for eating potato chips.”

Council approved the motion, tak-ing it to the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities. It saw support at the April AVICC and made its way to the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in Septem-ber – where it was also passed.

“It was about 70 per cent of hands in favour, it wasn’t close. If it was close it would go to electronic vot-ing,” Milne said in September. “I would hope UBCM takes it to another level. We don’t really have any juris-diction.”

[email protected]

SPRINGMetchosin fights for potMetchosin fights for pot

File photos

A septic tanker crashed and rolled across the Trans-Canada Highway May 2. The driver escaped with minor injuries. The incident closed the northbound lane for hours.Below: Steve Drane, owner of Steve Drane Harley Davidson, stands behind the remains of a 2004 Night Train swept away by the 2011 tsunami that struck the coast of Japan. The Harley washed ashore on Haida Gwaii.

11

22

33

44

55

66

77

88

99

1010

Brandi Anderson

Charla HuberReporting

TOP101

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Music, weather rock the shore


continuing studies

For more information please contact:250.391.2600 ext. 4521 or 4808 cstudies.royalroads.ca [email protected] ARE LIMITED

UNEMPLOYED AND NOT AN EI CLIENT OR EMPLOYED BUT LOW-SKILLED?

TAKE CHARGE AT NO CHARGE! LEARN NEW SKILLS AT CONTINUING STUDIES, ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITY. TAKE THE APPLIED AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS CERTIFICATE WITH CAREER EXPLORATION SUPPORT AND COACHING; WITH FUNDING PROVIDED THROUGH THE CANADA-BRITISH COLUMBIA LABOUR MARKET AGREEMENT.

City Wide Scootersddddddddddddddeeeeeeeeeee SSSSSSSSS

Give us a call and we’ll bring the store to you.

Specializing in a wide selection of Specializing in a wide selection of new & used medical equipment.

#117 - 735 Goldstream Avenue 250-478-2978

q pq p

#117 - 735 Goldstream Avenue

TRAILBLAZER 889SL SCOOTER$3,800

(NO TRADE-INS)

TOPTOP1010James Charles Allen Smith was given a conditional sentence, probation and a one-year

driving ban on Sept. 28 for crashing a fuel truck while intoxicated on the Trans-Canada Highway in Goldstream Park on April 16, 2011, spilling 42,700 litres of fuel into Goldstream River.

In July Roger Traviss, after 22 years as the technical director for the Isabelle Reader Theatre,

was laid off after his position was terminated, spark-ing dozens of comments from readers on the loss to the community.

RCMP Cst. Scott Rothermel climbed through a broken window into a burning building on July 20

to save a dog trapped within. The fire subsequently turned out to be an arson, and two people were arrested after they lost the keys to their truck while committing the arson, left the truck at the scene of the crime, called RCMP to report the truck stolen and forgot there was evidence inside the truck linking them to the crime.

Warnings of a helium shortage sent Gazette reporters to a party supply store, which assured

the community they had helium in plenty supply. Other stores were not as lucky and the helium shortage continues worldwide today.

In August residents of a housing complex beside an abortion vigil complain the vigil is breaking

their privacy rights and disrupting their lives. The RCMP get involved when there is a complaint of an altercation. No charges come from it and the vigil still continues.

HtO Thetis Lake Swim for MS on July 29 gave Susan Simmons a chance to spread the word

about how she helped her MS symptoms through swimming and nutrition.

In September Terry Sterling shot and killed a bear on his Metchosin farm, something he didn’t take

any pleasure in, but felt he had to after attempts to trap the bear were unsuccessful.

Colwood residents had their first look at potential solutions to buying into the Capital

Regional District’s sewage treatment plan. The city went on to decide to buy in for current users and projected users to 2020, with all residents footing the bill for future capacity.

On Aug. 4 a man ran into a gas station in Langford with his hands bound, one shoe, a

ripped shirt and cuts to his face. The man asked for scissors. When the RCMP arrived the man refused to tell them what had happened and they were forced to let him go.

View Royal resident Maureen Duffus was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee

Medal for her volunteer work with the archives.

Rock the Shores, the biggest con-cert in the history of the West Shore, came to the West Shore Parks and Recreation fields on July 13 and attracted 12,000 fans to see some of the biggest acts in Canadian rock.

Local bands Jets Overhead and Current Swell, along with national treasures Sam Rob-erts Band and The Tragically Hip took to the stage on a long summer’s night that featured great spirit, an amazing display of lightning and, yes, some long lines.

Coming into the event there were worries over noise, traffic, parking and whatever dis-turbances 12,000 excited and poten-tially rowdy fans might bring to the Colwood event.

In the end though, aside from the weather, the disturbances were mild and both the West Shore RCMP and

West Shore Parks and Recreation cel-ebrated the event as an overwhelm-ing success. No major incidents were reported and organizers managed to extend the curfew of the show with no problems after tumultuous weather caused delays.

“They paid a lot of good money and it was a good crowd and we got all the approval from everybody,” RCMP spokesperson Sgt. Max Fos-sum said at the time.

Extra B.C. Transit busses were brought in, dozens of tents erected and numerous food vendors brought in to service the event.

The Gazette received a number of letters complaining about lineups, including those to get into the event, but particularly for the food and for the beer garden. Aside from those complaints, however, the response was generally positive with organiz-ers and attendees alike singing the praises of the event.

All of this sets the stage for what should be an even more impressive event: Rock the Shores 2013. More on that to come.

[email protected]

11

22

33

44

55

66

77

88

99

1010

Kyle WellsReporting

SUMMER

Music, weather rock the shoreMusic, weather rock the shore

Kyle Wells photos

Top: The crowd at Rock the Shores enjoyed great performances on the stage and in the sky as a rare lightning storm delayed the concert for about an hour.Above: Sam Roberts Band rocks out. Weather cut their set short.

There’s more on line -

goldstreamgazette.com


EDITORIALThe Goldstream News Gazette is published by Black Press Ltd. | 117-777 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, B.C. V9B 2X4 | Phone: 250-478-9552 • Fax: 250-478-6545 • Web: www.goldstreamgazette.com

OUR VIEW

Penny Sakamoto Group PublisherKevin Laird Editorial DirectorOliver Sommer Advertising Director

GOLDSTREAM NEWSG A Z E T T E

The Goldstream News Gazette 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 email: [email protected] or fax 250-478-6545. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification.

It’s the season of giving, while recognizing and appreciating what and who we have in our lives.

Most of us are fortunate. While we may not have everything, we do have enough.

Every community seems to have an ever upward spiralling need for help for its most vulnerable residents. The need is often greater than the ability to supply even the most basic necessities.

And it is getting worse.During the holiday

season there are so many charities seeking donations that many are not getting what they need to run their programs. Most people could probably name at least five charities or volunteer organizations that are looking for food donations, clothing, money or toys.

Every community has a food bank, which in itself is a travesty. This holiday season it would be amazing to see every food bank have enough to feed those who need extra help.

It’s not just during Christmas though, it’s a year-long need and the shelves are often pretty bare. These charitable organizations all function on a shoestring budget.

They rely on volunteers, and in small places such as Sooke people give back to the community every single day.

All people need access to the basics, like food and shelter.

No one should be sleeping under a bridge or in the woods, or couch surfing, for that matter. And they shouldn’t have to feel like beggars if they’re forced to stand in a soup line.

If the various levels of government can pay staff and management huge salaries, there should be some way to raise basic income assistance to the needy. By needy I mean children, single parents, seniors and the disabled.

The gap between the haves and the have-nots is widening. Feelings of goodwill and generosity shouldn’t be limited to just those times when we feel a tinge of guilt for being so good to ourselves and our families.

While we are at it, remember to shop locally if possible. This supports those who live, work and pay taxes in our communities and the money they make stays there.

People in small towns know who their poor are. They interact with them on a daily basis. They

see the disadvantaged collecting bottles and cans, which is actually a valuable public service.

They are working in their own way and have pride because they aren’t panhandling.

People in places with a sense of community look out for their neighbours and check on them if they haven’t been seen or heard from in a while.

These same people are often the ones who donate anonymously and generously.

They don’t look for the photo op with the giant cheque and they shy away from recognition. There are no administrative “costs” and all the money they give stays in their own community to aid those who live there.

These people are giving from the heart and often it is those who can least afford it who give the most. Because they know, without good fortune, that the person they are helping could be themselves.

There is no shame in being poor, but there can be shame in being rich.

“Let him who neglects to raise the fallen, fear lest, when he falls, no one will stretch out his hand to lift him up.” – Saadi

Pirjo Raits is editor of the Sooke News Mirror.

[email protected]

Charity comes from the heart

‘The gap between the haves and the have-nots is widening.’

Some solutions take a while

The public always wants disputes that affect them to be settled quickly, but in 2012, certain issues seemed to move at glacial speed.

The teachers’ strike, a holdover from 2011, continued to dominate the news in the early part of the year, with job action escalating in the spring. The drawn-out dispute ended with a contract signed late in the school year.

Post-secondary support workers fought their own contract battles for much of the year, forcing the cancellation of some classes, and some sectors are still seeking agreements.

A mid-September strike vote by B.C. Transit workers quickly translated into job action, including run cancellations and an overtime ban for drivers. If negotiations continue to drag on like the crawl from West Shore to downtown, this dispute won’t be settled anytime soon.

The sewage treatment discussion eased forward, with funding from upper levels of government confirmed and the potential impact on taxpayers revealed. Rather than demonstrating progress, for some residents it reawakened the debate over the environmental need for sewage treatment and worries over potential cost overruns.

The Capital Regional District’s sewage committee laid the groundwork recently for the establishment of an oversight committee to keep things on schedule, but getting shovels in the ground is still a year away.

Environmental damage to the Colquitz River, caused by a home heating oil spill in late 2011, was thought to be an isolated event. But 2012 saw several more spills wreak environmental havoc. It could be a long time before the extent of the problem is known, given the number of old oil tanks in use around the region.

And of course, no discussion of 2012 can leave out deer, which feasted on flowers and frazzled local farmers. While a CRD initiative to find a satisfactory solution produced a report with suggestions, it concluded that the region’s 13 municipalities must find their own solutions to the problem.

If the past year is any indication, we can expect some of the aforementioned scenarios to outlast the painfully long NHL lockout.

Pirjo RaitsHard Pressed

GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE - Friday, December 28, 2012 www.goldstreamgazette.com • A7

LETTERS

As one of the many programmers who worked to avert the Y2K problem it is disappointing to read another inaccurate description of the problem and a skepticism that it even existed.

It was not because of “computers’ supposed inability to read a year with two zeros at the end” but that in the year 2000 the two-digit year format would result in invalid dates or cause mathematical calculations to fail.

And because “nary a blip was seen on the landscape” the writer implies that the whole problem was a myth comparable to a 5,100-year-old prediction based on Mayan mythology.

Yes, some people overreacted 12 years ago, but the potential for information anomalies and system outages was real and, had problems not been addressed, the impact would have been considerable.

Early computer programs used two digits instead of four to represent the year because of space constraints: punched cards used for

input were limited to 80 characters, computer memory was scarce and storage was expensive. And because programs were only expected to be in use for a few years, they did not take into account the change of millennia.

Obviously programs would fail or produce inaccurate results when the year changed from (19)99 to (20)00 if they had been coded to prefix the two-digit year with 19, expect it to be part of an ascending sequence, or attempt to divide it by four to test for a leap year.

These are just a few simple examples of the kinds of problems that existed. A major challenge was to identify which programs contained any kind of problematic coding.

The article was concerned that beliefs should not be confused with reality. We also need to make sure that real facts and events are not distorted by inaccurate statements and erroneous implications.

Andrea GagnonEsquimalt

Editorial missed the mark on Year 2000 challenges

Tanning, firearms, CIDA Readers respond: Teen tanning bed bannot on federal radar

Our federal politicians really should stop bickering long enough to protect children’s rights.

Private member’s bill C-386, “An Act to amend the Radiation Emitting Devices Act (tanning equipment) and to warn Canadians of the cancer risks of using tanning equipment,” was tabled 12 long months ago by a Conservative member of Parliament.

But it appears this bill, aimed at prohibiting all Canadian youth under 18 years of age from purchasing a service known to be a Class 1 physical carcinogen, is not on our government’s agenda, nor that of the opposition parties.

When did we become so callous and self-centered that we can’t even be bothered to listen to our doctors and protect children from cancer when we know how?

Linda JeaurondView Royal

Don’t get all self-righteousabout firearms

The Abbotsford Police Department’s Christmas card to known repeat offenders has its chief constable dressed as Santa sporting tactical attire and assault rifle.

We get the gamer appeal and comic-book tough-guy approach to crime. In light of the gun violence in the province, it’s difficult to follow the APD’s logic.

Even when firearms are not used as murder weapons – destructive morons can concoct new ways to end a life – when they are used, they are used to murder 27 people at once.

I understand that Bob Rich is paid handsomely to deal with the lowest common denominator of our society’s idiocy. But if he truly believes this approach to fight crime is clever, then it is plain to see why the politicians of various colours do not like to actually talk about the problem of gun violence in this country and our default setting on policing.

It is because they literally have nothing constructive and accountable to say.

We do not hear calls to change our approach to policing, that at present, promotes violent reactions. I’m assuming that law enforcement, generally, understands the difference between accidental deaths and cold-blooded homicide.

If the gun proponents, the duck hunters and their political cheerleaders want to have a rational discussion, make it about policing. It is long overdue.

Until then, I suppose we will have to endure the poor logic and reasoning skills of police chiefs and the fans of their idiocy and waste.

William PerryVictoria

Canada turns its backon the world’s poor

The year 2012 is shaping up to be a dark one for Canada’s reputation as a helping, compassionate citizen on the world stage.

The Canadian International Development Agency is facing draconian budget cuts, 41 per cent of which will affect assistance directed to the world’s poorest countries. Additionally, according to International Co-operation Minister Julian Fantino, CIDA aid will now be linked to projects benefiting the Canadian mining industry.

In a final attack on the world’s poor, the Conservative government blocked Bill-398, which would have allowed cheap generic medicine to save millions of people in the developing world, at no cost to Canada.

This has been the year the Conservatives laid a swath of destruction to a host of effective and inexpensive aid programs, resulting in more disease, more poverty and more death. Is this the Conservative ideal or simply gross mismanagement?

A new year is ahead, with a chance to undo the worst of the damage that has been done. Unfortunately, rumour has it that even further cuts are in the offing at CIDA. This must not happen. Canadians and the world expect and deserve a lot better from this government.

Nathaniel PooleVictoria

#189-2401 Millstream Road, Millstream Village250-474-1941 • www.eyeetiquetteoptical.ca

Full Exams Available

Call Today to Book

OUT INwith the old with the NewDonate your old glasses and receive $100 OFF a Complete Set of Eyewear

*Some restrictions apply

PLUS GET A PLUS GET A FREE CHUCK FREE CHUCK

IT GLOW BALL IT GLOW BALL WITH PURCHASE WHILE SUPPLIES

LASTLAST

OPEN: Monday-Saturday: 9-6pmSunday: 9-5pm

FEED, LIVESTOCK & PET SUPPLIES

2714 Sooke Road, Langford2714 Sooke Road, Langford

250-478-8012250-478-8012

This WeeksThis WeeksSpecialsSpecials

TOP SHELFTOP SHELFLAY CRUMBLE LAY CRUMBLE

18%18% PER BAG

$$12129999 $$224949

$$222929

ON ALL GO!ON ALL GO!

DOG FOODDOG FOOD25LB BAGS

BLACK OILBLACK OILSUNFLOWER SEEDSSUNFLOWER SEEDS

40 LBS

REG. PRICE: $34.95

WHILE QUANTITIES

LAST

$$26269595

$$29299595

ORGANICORGANICICE MELTERICE MELTER

SAFE FOR PETS!

$$779595 GREENIESGREENIES

765G TUBPETITE-JUMBO SIZE

ALL CHRISTMASALL CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTSORNAMENTS

5050%% OFFOFF

MERRICK CANNEDDOG FOODDOG FOOD PER

CANPER CAN

REG. PRICE $2.79 PER CANBUY 12 OR MORE

SAVESAVE$$550000 WW

HAPPYHAPPYHOLIDAYS!HOLIDAYS!from the staff here at from the staff here at

Willow Wind Feed & PetWillow Wind Feed & Pet


Mon-Fri 9-9 • Sat 9-6 • Sun & Hol 12-5HOME OF • NO DOWN • NO INTEREST • INSTANT FINANCING – Furnishing the Island since 1977 | Locally Owned & Operated

Furniture & Mattress Ltd.Follow & Join us for the latest commercials, promotions & monthly fl yer!

teed

Our Huge 40,000 sq.ft. Warehouse means FAST Delivery on In-Stock Items!

Boxing Day

Open Boxing Day 9am - 6pm

OFF

LIMITED QUANTITIES

First Come! First Serve!

ONCLEARANCE,

DISCONTINUED & CLOSE-OUT

ITEMS

HU

GE S

ALE! H

UG

E SAving

s

715 Finlayson St., Victoria | 250.388.6663 | www.doddsfurniture.com

Up ToONN

CLEARANCE,DD SCONTINUEDDISCONTINUED

T& CLOSE-OUT ITEMS

75%SAVEOOOppeeennn BBooxxxinnnnggggg DDayy 99999am - 6

First Come!First Serve!

OEVENT9am - 6pm

DON’T PAY FOR 1

YEAR!No down,

No payments, No interest

PERFECT SLEEPERSUPER PILLOW TOP

CHOICE OF FIRM OR PLUSH

FOAM ENCASED, ACTIVE RESPONSE FOAM ENCASED, ACTIVE RESPONSE POSTURIZED LATEX FOAM, ACTIVE POSTURIZED LATEX FOAM, ACTIVE RESPONSE MEMORY FOAM, COOL RESPONSE MEMORY FOAM, COOL BALANCE FABRIC TECHNOLOGYBALANCE FABRIC TECHNOLOGY

OFFPERFECT SLEEPERPERFECT SLEEPERUPER PILLOW TOPSUPER PILLOW TOP

O C OF F RM OR PLUOICE OF FIRM OR PLUSH

50%

$1998$998

Dresser + Mirror + Chest + Night Table + Queen Headboard +

Footboard + Rails

100% LeatherSofa + Loveseat Sectional

3 Seater Reclining

Home Theatre

Tub Chair• 2 Colours

Bunkbeds

Queen Headboard + Footboard +

Rails

Sofa + Loveseat + Chair

• Black or Brown

D+T

Fo

S

ootboard + R

Queen

Fo$$698698

Sofa +L

$$149814983 Seater

$$598598

$798

Bunkbeds

$$198198

100% L th

$$298298

ONLY 15 SETS!

ONLY 6 SETS!

ONLY 8!

ONLY 6!ONLY 12 OF EACH COLOUR!

ONLY 12!

ONLY 6!

ONLY 4 OF EACH COLOUR!

Chairside End TablesChairsideEnd Tables

$$9898 each each

ONLY 6 OF EACH!

Wood Swivel Barstools• Available in 24” or 29”

Wood Swivel Barstools• Available in 24” or 29”

$$6868eacheach

ONLY 12 OF EACH SIZE!

Pub Table & 4 StoolsPub Table & 4 St l

$$248248

ONLY 12!

PLUS MATCHING

CHAIR!ONLY 4

OF EACHCOLOUR

$$898898

18th

CityVICTORIA NEWS

Bestofthe

Voted

1

R!R!

16 QUEEN SETS ONLY2 KING SETS ONLY

PLUSFOR BOXING

DAY ONLY TAKE AN ADDITIONAL TAKE AN ADDITIONAL

30% OFF30% OFF

18th

CityyyttVICTCC ORTT IAR NEWSWW

Bestttf

he

Vototedote

1

QQQQQQQ16 QUEEN SETS OOO2 KING SETS ON

$$698698

OF EACHCOLOURCOLOURCOLOUR$$128128


SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29th ONLY!

20xTHE REWARDS

YOU WANT

fasterWHEN YOU SPEND $50

OR MORE†† ON ALMOSTANYTHING IN THE STORE.

THE SHOPPERS OPTIMUM POINTS®

20x

PLUS These SATURDAY ONLY Specials†

While quantities last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. *Our Regular Price. †Shoppers Optimum Points® and Shoppers Optimum Bonus Points® have no cash value but are redeemable under the Shoppers Optimum and Shoppers Optimum Plus programs for discounts on purchases at Shoppers Drug Mart. The savings value of the points set out in this offer is calculated based on the Shoppers Optimum Program® rewards schedule in effect at time of this offer and is strictly for use of this limited time promotion. The savings value obtained by redeeming Shoppers Optimum Points will vary depending on the Shoppers Optimum Program reward schedule at time of redemption and other factors, details of which may be found at shoppersdrugmart.ca. Excludes Shoppers Optimum® MasterCard® points and points associated with the RBC® Shoppers Optimum Banking Account. ††Offer valid Saturday, December 29, 2012 only. Points are issued according to the net pre-tax purchase total of eligible products after redemptions and discounts and before taxes using a valid Shoppers Optimum Card®. Excludes prescription purchases, Shoppers Optimum Bonus Points®, Shoppers Optimum® MasterCard® points and points associated with the RBC® Shoppers Optimum Banking Account, products that contain codeine, tobacco products (where applicable), lottery tickets, passport photos, stamps, transit tickets and passes, event tickets, gift cards, prepaid phone cards, prepaid card products and Shoppers Home Health Care® locations. Offer applies to photofinishing services that are picked up and paid for on Saturday, December 29 only. Not to be used in conjunction with any other Shoppers Optimum Points® promotions or offers.

COCA-COLA or PEPSI BEVERAGES 12 x 355mL Selected Types or 4.99 each. Limit 4

Rest of Week 4.99+ Deposit & Enviro Levy where applicable

PEPSI or COCA-COLA BEVERAGES 6 x 710mL Selected Types or 2.99 each. Limit 4Rest of week 2.99+ Deposit & Enviro Levy where applicable

KRAFT PEANUT BUTTER 750g - 1kgSelected Types Limit 4. After limit 4.99Rest of week 4.99

BOUNCE FABRIC SOFTENER SHEETS (70’s), TIDE LIQUID LAUNDRY DETERGENT (1.18L), PODS (16’s) or DOWNY FABRIC SOFTENER (1.23L - 1.53L) Selected TypesLimit 4. After limit 5.99Rest of week 5.99

CHRISTIE COOKIES or CRACKERS Selected Types & SizesLimit 4. After limit 1.99Rest of week 1.99

LIFE BRAND PAPER TOWELS 8 RollLimit 4. After limit 2.99Rest of week 2.99

ROYALE 2 PLY MEGA (9 Roll), DOUBLE or 3 PLY ULTRA (12 Roll) BATHROOM TISSUE Limit 4. After limit 5.99Rest of week 5.99

ALL VITAMINS or NATURAL HEALTH PRODUCTS

ACER AOD257 or AOD270 NETBOOKSelected Types While quantities last. No rainchecks. Limit 2. After limit 229.99Rest of week 229.99+ Environmental Handling or Disposal Fees Where Applicable

MOTRIN (150’s), TYLENOL EASY OPEN TABLETS or CAPLETS Selected Types & SizesLimit 4. After limit 9.99Rest of week 9.99

MAYBELLINE NEW YORK BABY LIPS, GREAT LASH MASCARA, EXPRESS WEAR EYE SHADOW or EYE MAKEUP REMOVER PRODUCTS Selected TypesLimit 4. After limit 4.99Rest of week 4.99

BELLE COLOR HAIR COLOURSelected TypesLimit 4. After limit 4.99Rest of week 4.99

REVLONMAKEUP PRODUCTSSelected TypesRest of week 20% off*

20xSaturday,December 29

THE POINTSthat’s a $63† savings value

19999EACH

399EACH899

EACH

199EACH 399EACH

499EACH

499EACH399

EACH

188EACH

25%OFF*

30%OFF*

2/699

2/$4

Vision MattersHealthy Eyes. Doctor Delivered.

Dr. Cameron McCrodan, Dr. Brent Morrison,Dr. Ann-Marie Stewart and Dr. Chris Snow

Westshore Location

Doctors Stewart & McCrodan1910 Sooke Rd. 250-478-6811

www.sioptometry.ca

Eyesight and safe drivingWhen we drive, we make most of our decisions

on the basis of visual cues: the position of other ve-hicles and pedestrians, traffi c lights, signs, hazard warnings etc. Good vision is crucial to safe driving. Vision for driving involves more than the ability to read the letters on the eye chart (central vision): Pe-ripheral vision, depth perception and colour vision are all important factors which infl uence our judg-ment while driving. The Motor Vehicle Branch tests these visual skills when we fi rst apply for a driver’s license. This screening is not a substitute for a full eye examination by a Doctor of Optometry who can prescribe corrective lenses or other treatment, if nec-essary, and evaluate the health of the eyes.

Our eyes change in subtle and gradual ways as we age. We may not realize our vision has gradually deteriorated to a level that does not meet the legal and safe requirements for operating a motor vehicle. In many cases, the solution may be as simple as, new prescription lenses.

Glare is a common problem to most drivers when the sun is low in the sky ahead and when the road surface is wet and shiny. Sunglasses may help, along with cleaning your windshield. Another cause of glare may be cataracts, which can develop as we age. This cloudiness in the lenses of the eyes can cause an increase in sensitivity to light in the early stages. Your optometrist can advise you about tinted lenses to reduce glare and continue to counsel you as the cataracts develop.

Regular eye examinations determine if your vi-sion is good enough for safe driving. You owe it to yourself and everyone else on the road to make sure that you are seeing well and reacting to situations as quickly as possible.

Police work to keep drunk drivers off the roads Kyle WellsNews staff

West Shore RCMP and police from throughout Greater Victoria are reminding drivers that Coun-terAttack roadblocks will be out in full force during the holiday season.

At one roadblock alone, near Goldstream Park earlier in the month, West Shore RCMP handed out six suspensions for driving while intoxicated, along with tickets for driving without insurance and driving while prohibited.

“We take the Christmas season as a very impor-tant time of year because we know there’s a lot of social activities going on and people out and about enjoying the season,” said West Shore RCMP spokesperson Acting Sgt. Kathy Rochlitz. “It’s something that we take as a very important piece of our job all year, but even more so at this time of year because we don’t want to respond to those accidents involving impaired drivers and bring tragic news to families at this time of year.”

This year marks the 35th anniversary of the

Road blocks continue through New Year’sCounterAttack program. Since the program started the average number of car crash deaths related to impaired driving has dropped from about 300 per year to 113 per year.

ICBC reports that on average 21 people are killed each year on Vancouver Island in impaired driving related crashes.

Roadblocks will be held throughout the season in random locations and times throughout Greater Victoria.

“At this time of year we want to see people enjoy the season but be mindful about planning ahead and finding safe ways home,” Rochlitz said.

[email protected]

Expect to see police CounterAttack road blocks on the West Shore into 2013.

File photo

A10 • www.goldstreamgazette.com Friday, December 28, 2012 - GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE -Friday, December 28, 2012 www.goldstreamgazette.com • A11

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

October – Black Press Women in Business Awards & Gala. Info: [email protected]

To early October – Savour the local bounty at the Metchosin and Langford Farmers’ Markets.

Oct. 14 – Happy Thanksgiving!

Oct. 12 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. www.bulldoggreen.ca

Oct. 17 to 31 – The annual Ghosts of Victoria Festival off ers some special spooky activities around the region.

Late October – Head to Goldstream Park to take in the fall Salmon Run.

Oct. 31 – Happy Halloween! Find family fun is at local fi rehalls and Eagle Ridge Arena. Watch the Goldstream News Gazette for local events.

November – Browse your Westshore Recreation Active Living Guide for seasonal events and activities. www.westshorerecreation.ca

Don’t forget those in need – support the Westshore Food Bank this holiday season.

Nov. 3 – Fall back: Daylight Savings Time ends.

Nov. 9 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Nov. 11 – Remembrance Day at Veterans Memorial Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

Watch for Santa’s arrival at Westshore Town Centre. www. westshoretowncentre.com

Local artists & artisans gear up for the holiday season – check your Goldstream News Gazette for local events.

December – Black Press Pennies for Presents fundraiser.

Early December – Island Equipment Operators’ annual Lighted Truck Convoy. www.ieoa.ca

December – Fleet Diving Unit Christmas Hamper Turkey Run.

December – Christmas Light-up and craft fair at Veterans Park & Truck Parade. www.cityofl angford.ca

December – Christmas in the Park at Eagle Ridge Centre. www.eagleridgecentre.com

Dec. 14 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Head to Westhills Arena for outdoor ice skating.

Dec. 25 – Merry Christmas!

Dec. 31 – Farewell 2013, Welcome 2014!

January calendar of EVENTS

October calendar of EVENTS

February calendar of EVENTS

November calendar of EVENTS

March calendar of EVENTS

July calendar of EVENTS

August calendar of EVENTS

September calendar of EVENTS

April – Don’t forget to vote for the Black Press Best of the City awards!

April 6 – View Royal Garden Club Spring Flower Show, 1 to 3pm at Shoreline Community School.

April 13 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. April 14, 15, 21 & 22 – Open house, 1 to 3pm, at Juan de Fuca Lawn Bowls.

April 19 to 21 – Home & Garden Expo at the Juan de Fuca Rec Centre.

April 20 – Tots Garage Sale, 10am to noon at JDF Curling Rink. www.westshorerecreation.ca

April 27 – Racing opens at Western Speedway. www.westernspeedway.net

April calendar of EVENTS

May calendar of EVENTS

June calendar of EVENTS

December calendar of EVENTS

Highlighting local events in the Westshore throughout 2013

Jan. 1 – Scouts’ Polar Bear Swim at Camp Bernard. www.victoriascouts.ca

Jan. 1 – Online registration begins for 2013 baseball; winter clinics start Jan. 7 at Eagle Ridge. www.triangleathletic.ca

To Jan. 8 – Outdoor skating, City Centre park.

Jan. 4, 6, 12, 18, 20, 25 & 26 – Victoria Grizzlies play at Bear Mountain Arena. www.victoriagrizzlies.com

Jan. 5 & 6 – Tree chipping at Colwood Fire Hall & Westshore Town Centre.

Jan. 12 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Jan. 23 to Feb. 3 – Art from the Attic, Coast Collective Art Centre.

Jan. 23 – WestShore Chamber mixer, Log House Pub & Liquor Store. www.westshore.bc.ca

Feb. 5, 16 & 22 – Victoria Grizzlies play at Bear Mountain Arena. www.victoriagrizzlies.com

Feb. 9 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. www.bulldoggreen.ca

Feb. 11 – Family Day skate at Juan de Fuca Arena, 1 to 2:30pm. www.westshorerecreation.ca

Feb. 13 – WestShore Chamber mixer at Stephen Whipp Financial. www.westshore.bc.ca

Feb. 14 – Happy Valentine’s Day.

Feb. 21 to March 10 – Dine Around and Stay in Town. www.tourismvictoria.com

Feb. 23 – Swimming SmorgaSports, 1:30 to 4pm, Juan de Fuca Pool. www.westshorerecreation.ca

March 2, 8 & 9 – Victoria Grizzlies play at Bear Mountain Arena. www.victoriagrizzlies.com

March 3 – West Shore Hike for Hunger. www.victoriascouts.ca

March 9 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. March 10 – Spring forward for Daylight Savings.

March 18 to 22 – Spring Break for SD 62!

March 22 to 24 – Westshore Quilters’ Show, Eagle Ridge Community Centre. March 30 – Kinette Easter Egg Hunt, 10am at Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre.

March 31 – Easter Egg Hunt at Caleb Pike House. www.highlands.ca

March 31 – Easter Egg Hunt at City Centre Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

May – Metchosin Farmer’s Market, 11am to 2pm Sundays through October. May 5 – Regional Emergency Vehicle Display at JDF Library parking lot.

May 12 – Mother’s Day Paint-in, Hatley Park.

May 11 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

May 18 & 19 – Historic Military Encampment at Fort Rodd Hill.

May 18 to 20 – Luxton Pro Rodeo. May 24 to 26 – Fired Up! Pottery show & sale, Metchosin Community Hall.

May 24 – Off the Grid Music & Art Festival. May 26 – Highlands Market opens, 10am to 1pm, Caleb Pike Heritage Park.

Visit the Goldstream Station Market, Saturdays, 10am to 2pm.

Support your Victoria Shamrocks at Bear Mountain. www.victoriashamrocks.com

June – Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament at Olympic View. www.cityofl angford.ca

June 2 – 2013 Victoria Goddess Run, Langford City Park. victoriagoddess.com

June 8 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. June 9 – Telus Walk to Cure Diabetes at Langford city Centre Park

June 16 – Saunders Subaru Victoria Triathlon & Saunders’ Family Walk, Elk Lake.

June 22 & 23 – Relay for Life, Juan de Fuca Rec Centre. www.relaybc.ca

July – Music in the Park, Sundays 2 to 4pm at Veterans Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

July 1 – Canada Day celebrations at Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Sites.

July – Langford Day Summer Festival at City Centre Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

July 7 – Vintage Cadillac Car Show at Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site.

July 11 to Aug. 4 – Stinking Fish artists exhibit, Metchosin Art Gallery.

July 13 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

July 27 to Aug. 5 – Sooke Fine Arts Show.

July 28 – Colwood Rotary Art & Wine Festival at Fort Rodd Hill.

Support your Victoria Rebels at Westhills Stadium at City Centre Park.

To Aug. 4 – Stinking Fish artists and artisans exhibit, Metchosin Art Gallery. www.stinkingfi shstudiotour.com

Aug. 5 – BC Day. Watch for news about the Westhills BC Day Celebration at City Centre Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

Aug. 10 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Aug. 10 to 15 – Medieval Village at Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site.

Time for back to school shopping!

Harvest time: Savour the fl avours at your local farmer’s market.

Support your Juan de Fuca Grizzlies at Bear Mountain Arena. www.victoriagrizzlies.com

Sept. 8 – English Car Aff air in the Park, Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site.

Sept. 8 – Metchosin Day, Metchosin Municipal Grounds.

Sept. 8 – Highland Fling, Caleb Pike Park. www.calebpikeheritagepark.org

Sept. 13 to 15 – Luxton Fair at the Luxton Fairgrounds. www.luxtonfair.ca

Sept. 14 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Sept. 22 – Ryder Hesjedal Tour de Victoria. www.tourdevictoria.com

Sept. 22 – Fort Rodd Hill Lantern Tour. 250-478-4389.

Drop by today.... our coffee is always on!

ww

w.s

aund

ers.

suba

rude

aler

.ca

Confi dence in Motion

SAUNDERS SUBARU

1784 Island Highway, Colwood

250-474-2211

Proud to serve Subaru customers in Victoria and

surrounding areas.

WestShore Centre for LearningYour School of Choice

Look for our Calendar in the

January 4th issue!#112-2244 Sooke Rd #112-2244 Sooke Rd – – Hatley Park Plaza Hatley Park Plaza 250-478-9141• 250-478-9141• www.pembertonholmes.comwww.pembertonholmes.com

Visit our Visit our West Shore offi ceWest Shore offi ce

today!today!

COLWOOD CORNERS #6-310 Goldstream Ave. 250-478-3244

www.biosupply.com

May to August 2012

Registration BeginsApril 4th at 6 AM

www.westshorerecreation.ca

Doing it Right!Westshore Division 250-478-8374


©2013 Wendy’s International, Inc.

COLWOOD1800 Old Island Highway VICTORIACorner of Blanshard & Bay Street


Sept to Dec 2012

Registration BeginsAugust 8th at 6 AM


January to April 2013

Registration BeginsDecember 5th at 6 AM

872 Langford Pkwy • 250.590.5678Mon.-Sat. 8 am-6 pm • Sunday 10 am-5 pm

Drop by today!• No Appointment Necessary• FREE Coffee & Newspaper

250.391.1905 • www.audyautobody.com

andand GLASS SHOPGLASS SHOP


NEW:NEW: Windshield Repair & Replacement Windshield Repair & Replacement



250-478-8012250-478-8012

Sooke250.642.2464

Serving Westshore & Victoria250.474.136924 HOUR SERVICE Servin2

WESTSHORE TOWING

Our radio dispatched fl eet is here to assist with...• Battery Boost • Flat Tire Change • Scrap Car Removal • Fuel Delivery • Flat Deck Towing • Local and Long Distance Towing • Towing from Accident Scenes • Motorcycle Transport

• Travel & 5th Wheel Trailer Moving • Door Unlocks • Vehicle Recovery • We can bill most Insurance Companies directly • On-Board Debit/Credit Card Processing

FULL SERVICE DEPT.

NORCO BIKES

SPECIALIZED BIKES

RIDLEY BIKES

YAKIMA RACKS

104-800 KELLY RD.LANGFORD BC.

[email protected]

WESTSHOREWESTSHORE

Prompt • Clean • Courteous

We Live, Work, Play

on the Westshore.Your exclusively located

Westshore Towing company.

24 HOUR SERVICE

We

WESTSHORE TOWING


Why wait for service from Victoria

when we are here to serve you?

24 HOUR SERVICE

Why wait for service

WESTSHORE TOWING

250-474-136924 HOUR SERVICE4 HOUR SERVICE

WESTSHORE TOWING

A10 • www.goldstreamgazette.com Friday, December 28, 2012 - GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE -Friday, December 28, 2012 www.goldstreamgazette.com • A11

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

October – Black Press Women in Business Awards & Gala. Info: [email protected]

To early October – Savour the local bounty at the Metchosin and Langford Farmers’ Markets.

Oct. 14 – Happy Thanksgiving!

Oct. 12 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. www.bulldoggreen.ca

Oct. 17 to 31 – The annual Ghosts of Victoria Festival off ers some special spooky activities around the region.

Late October – Head to Goldstream Park to take in the fall Salmon Run.

Oct. 31 – Happy Halloween! Find family fun is at local fi rehalls and Eagle Ridge Arena. Watch the Goldstream News Gazette for local events.

November – Browse your Westshore Recreation Active Living Guide for seasonal events and activities. www.westshorerecreation.ca

Don’t forget those in need – support the Westshore Food Bank this holiday season.

Nov. 3 – Fall back: Daylight Savings Time ends.

Nov. 9 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Nov. 11 – Remembrance Day at Veterans Memorial Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

Watch for Santa’s arrival at Westshore Town Centre. www. westshoretowncentre.com

Local artists & artisans gear up for the holiday season – check your Goldstream News Gazette for local events.

December – Black Press Pennies for Presents fundraiser.

Early December – Island Equipment Operators’ annual Lighted Truck Convoy. www.ieoa.ca

December – Fleet Diving Unit Christmas Hamper Turkey Run.

December – Christmas Light-up and craft fair at Veterans Park & Truck Parade. www.cityofl angford.ca

December – Christmas in the Park at Eagle Ridge Centre. www.eagleridgecentre.com

Dec. 14 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Head to Westhills Arena for outdoor ice skating.

Dec. 25 – Merry Christmas!

Dec. 31 – Farewell 2013, Welcome 2014!

January calendar of EVENTS

October calendar of EVENTS

February calendar of EVENTS

November calendar of EVENTS

March calendar of EVENTS

July calendar of EVENTS

August calendar of EVENTS

September calendar of EVENTS

April – Don’t forget to vote for the Black Press Best of the City awards!

April 6 – View Royal Garden Club Spring Flower Show, 1 to 3pm at Shoreline Community School.

April 13 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. April 14, 15, 21 & 22 – Open house, 1 to 3pm, at Juan de Fuca Lawn Bowls.

April 19 to 21 – Home & Garden Expo at the Juan de Fuca Rec Centre.

April 20 – Tots Garage Sale, 10am to noon at JDF Curling Rink. www.westshorerecreation.ca

April 27 – Racing opens at Western Speedway. www.westernspeedway.net

April calendar of EVENTS

May calendar of EVENTS

June calendar of EVENTS

December calendar of EVENTS

Highlighting local events in the Westshore throughout 2013

Jan. 1 – Scouts’ Polar Bear Swim at Camp Bernard. www.victoriascouts.ca

Jan. 1 – Online registration begins for 2013 baseball; winter clinics start Jan. 7 at Eagle Ridge. www.triangleathletic.ca

To Jan. 8 – Outdoor skating, City Centre park.

Jan. 4, 6, 12, 18, 20, 25 & 26 – Victoria Grizzlies play at Bear Mountain Arena. www.victoriagrizzlies.com

Jan. 5 & 6 – Tree chipping at Colwood Fire Hall & Westshore Town Centre.

Jan. 12 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Jan. 23 to Feb. 3 – Art from the Attic, Coast Collective Art Centre.

Jan. 23 – WestShore Chamber mixer, Log House Pub & Liquor Store. www.westshore.bc.ca

Feb. 5, 16 & 22 – Victoria Grizzlies play at Bear Mountain Arena. www.victoriagrizzlies.com

Feb. 9 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. www.bulldoggreen.ca

Feb. 11 – Family Day skate at Juan de Fuca Arena, 1 to 2:30pm. www.westshorerecreation.ca

Feb. 13 – WestShore Chamber mixer at Stephen Whipp Financial. www.westshore.bc.ca

Feb. 14 – Happy Valentine’s Day.

Feb. 21 to March 10 – Dine Around and Stay in Town. www.tourismvictoria.com

Feb. 23 – Swimming SmorgaSports, 1:30 to 4pm, Juan de Fuca Pool. www.westshorerecreation.ca

March 2, 8 & 9 – Victoria Grizzlies play at Bear Mountain Arena. www.victoriagrizzlies.com

March 3 – West Shore Hike for Hunger. www.victoriascouts.ca

March 9 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. March 10 – Spring forward for Daylight Savings.

March 18 to 22 – Spring Break for SD 62!

March 22 to 24 – Westshore Quilters’ Show, Eagle Ridge Community Centre. March 30 – Kinette Easter Egg Hunt, 10am at Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre.

March 31 – Easter Egg Hunt at Caleb Pike House. www.highlands.ca

March 31 – Easter Egg Hunt at City Centre Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

May – Metchosin Farmer’s Market, 11am to 2pm Sundays through October. May 5 – Regional Emergency Vehicle Display at JDF Library parking lot.

May 12 – Mother’s Day Paint-in, Hatley Park.

May 11 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

May 18 & 19 – Historic Military Encampment at Fort Rodd Hill.

May 18 to 20 – Luxton Pro Rodeo. May 24 to 26 – Fired Up! Pottery show & sale, Metchosin Community Hall.

May 24 – Off the Grid Music & Art Festival. May 26 – Highlands Market opens, 10am to 1pm, Caleb Pike Heritage Park.

Visit the Goldstream Station Market, Saturdays, 10am to 2pm.

Support your Victoria Shamrocks at Bear Mountain. www.victoriashamrocks.com

June – Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament at Olympic View. www.cityofl angford.ca

June 2 – 2013 Victoria Goddess Run, Langford City Park. victoriagoddess.com

June 8 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon. June 9 – Telus Walk to Cure Diabetes at Langford city Centre Park

June 16 – Saunders Subaru Victoria Triathlon & Saunders’ Family Walk, Elk Lake.

June 22 & 23 – Relay for Life, Juan de Fuca Rec Centre. www.relaybc.ca

July – Music in the Park, Sundays 2 to 4pm at Veterans Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

July 1 – Canada Day celebrations at Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Sites.

July – Langford Day Summer Festival at City Centre Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

July 7 – Vintage Cadillac Car Show at Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site.

July 11 to Aug. 4 – Stinking Fish artists exhibit, Metchosin Art Gallery.

July 13 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

July 27 to Aug. 5 – Sooke Fine Arts Show.

July 28 – Colwood Rotary Art & Wine Festival at Fort Rodd Hill.

Support your Victoria Rebels at Westhills Stadium at City Centre Park.

To Aug. 4 – Stinking Fish artists and artisans exhibit, Metchosin Art Gallery. www.stinkingfi shstudiotour.com

Aug. 5 – BC Day. Watch for news about the Westhills BC Day Celebration at City Centre Park. www.cityofl angford.ca

Aug. 10 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Aug. 10 to 15 – Medieval Village at Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site.

Time for back to school shopping!

Harvest time: Savour the fl avours at your local farmer’s market.

Support your Juan de Fuca Grizzlies at Bear Mountain Arena. www.victoriagrizzlies.com

Sept. 8 – English Car Aff air in the Park, Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site.

Sept. 8 – Metchosin Day, Metchosin Municipal Grounds.

Sept. 8 – Highland Fling, Caleb Pike Park. www.calebpikeheritagepark.org

Sept. 13 to 15 – Luxton Fair at the Luxton Fairgrounds. www.luxtonfair.ca

Sept. 14 – Bulldog GREEN recycling depot, Belmont Secondary, 9am to noon.

Sept. 22 – Ryder Hesjedal Tour de Victoria. www.tourdevictoria.com

Sept. 22 – Fort Rodd Hill Lantern Tour. 250-478-4389.

Drop by today.... our coffee is always on!

ww

w.s

aund

ers.

suba

rude

aler

.ca

Confi dence in Motion

SAUNDERS SUBARU

1784 Island Highway, Colwood

250-474-2211

Proud to serve Subaru customers in Victoria and

surrounding areas.

WestShore Centre for LearningYour School of Choice

Look for our Calendar in the

January 4th issue!#112-2244 Sooke Rd #112-2244 Sooke Rd – – Hatley Park Plaza Hatley Park Plaza 250-478-9141• 250-478-9141• www.pembertonholmes.comwww.pembertonholmes.com

Visit our Visit our West Shore offi ceWest Shore offi ce

today!today!

COLWOOD CORNERS #6-310 Goldstream Ave. 250-478-3244

www.biosupply.com

May to August 2012

Registration BeginsApril 4th at 6 AM




©2013 Wendy’s International, Inc.

COLWOOD1800 Old Island Highway VICTORIACorner of Blanshard & Bay Street


Sept to Dec 2012

Registration BeginsAugust 8th at 6 AM


January to April 2013

Registration BeginsDecember 5th at 6 AM

872 Langford Pkwy • 250.590.5678Mon.-Sat. 8 am-6 pm • Sunday 10 am-5 pm

Drop by today!• No Appointment Necessary• FREE Coffee & Newspaper


andand GLASS SHOPGLASS SHOP


NEW:NEW: Windshield Repair & Replacement Windshield Repair & Replacement



250-478-8012250-478-8012

Sooke250.642.2464

Serving Westshore & Victoria250.474.136924 HOUR SERVICE Servin2

WESTSHORE TOWING

Our radio dispatched fl eet is here to assist with...• Battery Boost • Flat Tire Change • Scrap Car Removal • Fuel Delivery • Flat Deck Towing • Local and Long Distance Towing • Towing from Accident Scenes • Motorcycle Transport

• Travel & 5th Wheel Trailer Moving • Door Unlocks • Vehicle Recovery • We can bill most Insurance Companies directly • On-Board Debit/Credit Card Processing

FULL SERVICE DEPT.

NORCO BIKES

SPECIALIZED BIKES

RIDLEY BIKES

YAKIMA RACKS

104-800 KELLY RD.LANGFORD BC.

[email protected]

WESTSHOREWESTSHORE


We Live, Work, Play

on the Westshore.Your exclusively located

Westshore Towing company.

24 HOUR SERVICE

We

WESTSHORE TOWING


Why wait for service from Victoria

when we are here to serve you?

24 HOUR SERVICE

Why wait for service

WESTSHORE TOWING

250-474-136924 HOUR SERVICE4 HOUR SERVICE

WESTSHORE TOWING

6/12/12 Pely the pelican takes flight. Will you miss her?

6/18/12 Are you happy with this turn of events? Ma

Miller’s keeps its clothes on.

7/15/12 Gazette photographer Arnold Lim shot these images of the biggest show ever held on the South Island. (Rock the Shores)

8/10/12 Wow, we have sure been receiving a lot of comments from our readers regarding our story on Roger Traviss and Isabelle Reader Theatre. If

anyone has any update on this story or actions taken by user groups please contact us. Thanks.

8/5/12 A five-year-old saved the day by calling 911 after her mother had a seizure in the back yard.

8/29/12 Just another quake, though a little stron-ger than most!

10/3/12 Tour de Rock stopped by Ruth King elementary earlier today... let the fun begin.

11/2/2 Our reporter Charla Huber will be selling poppies for the Legion outside of the Langford Walmart from 4 until 4:45 p.m. today. Feel free to come support our veterans!

11/15/12 Belmont volleyball hit a high this sea-son. The junior girls, junior boys, senior girls and senior boys are all heading to Island champion-ships this weekend.

12/17/12 Who went to the big party on Sunday? Reporter Kyle Wells did … and it sure looks like it was fun.

We shared news stories, shopping tips, photos and laughs on Facebook in 2012

Here’s a list of our most read, shared and commented on Facebook post-ings of the year. Get connected with us at facebook .com/GoldstreamNews-Gazette.

AA LOOKLOOK BACKBACK ON ON FACEBOOKFACEBOOK

The tale of Pely (left) was in the top three hits on our Facebook page this year. The top read post? A story about Ma Miller closing the door on its stripper plans. Photo albums got great hits this year too, particularly the Remembrance Day photos and the recent Christmas party in Langford. Come ‘like’ us on Facebook and have your say next year.

File photo


your source for FREE coupons

SAVE TIME. SAVE MONEY.

GET READY FOR OUR BIGGEST

SHOPPING WEEK EVER!!!

View all of your Boxing Week fl yers and don’t miss out on the

hottest deals of the season.

%%%

G WG W

ourur

%%%%

Let Flyerland.ca be your guide to savings

www.fl yerland.ca/boxingweek$$$$$

$$$$

AQUATICS

Aquatherapy

CHILD/YOUTH

ADULT HEALTH & FITNESS

OUTDOOR PURSUITS

There is still room in the following

Winter 2013 programs:

Call 250.361.0732 to register. Visit www.victoria.ca for more programs and services.

City of Victoria This winter, check out the brand new weightroom equipment at Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre. Reward yourself with an

Annual Pass and we will reward you with a gift.Gifts are in limited supply so act quickly.

Live actively your way...every day

at Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre!

FREEFRAMESALE

YEAR-END EVENT

ASK FOR DETAILS

FREE EYEGLASS CLEANER FOR LIFE with RX purchase

$3995CHRISTMAS GIFT CERTIFICATES $50

VALUE

“BC’s Eyewear Headquarters”

Tillicum Centre250.383.6225

Hillside Centre250.595.6160

ONE HOUR OPTICAL

ISIONS

www.v i s ionsopt ica l . com

ANNUAL


Make recycling one of your New Year’s Resolutions.Tis the perfect season to reduce, reuse and recycle. This year, help prevent recycling worker injuries by remembering to use only CRD approved blue boxes and blue bags for your holiday recycling. Flatten and cut large cardboard boxes to size, bundle them together with string or twine and get it all to the curb by 7:30 am sharp. It’s the right thing to do for the environment. And for the people who work every day to make it better. Wishing you a happy “blue” holiday season.For more recycling information call the CRD Hotline at 250.360.3030 or visit www.crd.bc.ca/holidayrecycling

www.crd.bc.ca

BMW Victoria

bmwvictoria.ca The UltimateDriving Experience®

20% OFF

BOXING WEEK SALES EVENTBOXINGBMW Victoria’s

$99 Alignment Special

$29 Winter Inspections

PLUS All Winter Tires and Tire Packages on sale!

All In-stock Parts & Accessories

BMW Victoria 95 Esquimalt Road | 250.995.9250 | bmwvictoria.caA Division of the German Auto Import Network

@BMWVictoria

BMWVictoria

Now located just across the blue bridge, 5 minutes from our previous location

December 24th-31st ONLY

Kyle WellsNews staff

With the NHL season wasting away as play-ers and management are locked into bar-gaining disputes, three West Shore fans have had enough.

Dave Saunders, Stew Young, Jr. and Jim Gor-don all play rec hockey on the West Shore and are all devote NHL fans, Saunders and Gordon specifically the Canucks, while Young is a Colorado Ava-lanche fan.

The group is calling for a fan strike and is asking fans to show their frustration by refusing to give the NHL any more money until the bickering over money can be laid to rest for good.

“They’re fighting over money right in front of us and yet they forgot about us,” said Young. “We’re the biggest majority that makes up the NHL, the fans. Be nice to see that they respect our opinion and maybe ask us.”

“Sports highlights are garbage right now,” Gordon said, laugh-ing. “Can’t even watch them. ... We just want to see the NHL get back to playing but it just doesn’t seem like they’re going any-where.”

The group said the trickle down effect of the lockout is some-

thing the players and management need to pay more attention to. Everybody from the staff at hockey venues, to stores selling mer-chandise, to pubs that bring in a lot of busi-ness during the play-offs or pay-per-view games, suffers.

“This is a tough, tough economy for everybody,” Saunders, a local businessman, said. “We don’t need anything more to affect our economy in a nega-tive fashion. And it’s hurting the little guy, the workers and the small businesses.”

Suggestions are to not buy tickets or pay-per-view games for a while, if and when the season starts. In the meantime they are suggesting fans refrain from buying NHL mer-chandise.

Fans are encour-aged to come up with their own ways to pro-test the lockout and Facebook and Twitter accounts have started so fans can discuss how to proceed.

January 26, 2013, the unofficial half-way point of the hockey season, is set as the day boycotts should start if hockey hasn’t restarted by then.

“We’re saying let’s come together, tell us how you’re going to make an impact to show the NHL that they can’t do this,” Young said.

The three are also asking to be included in the negotiations between the NHL and NHLPA as representa-tives of the fans. They have sent registered letters to NHL commis-sioner Gary Bettman and NHLPA executive director Donald Fehr requesting

“It’s our game. And without the fans they simply can’t fight or squabble about money because there is no money to squabble about,” Saunders said. “The most important thing in business is your customer, and they’ve lost touch with that.”

Visit ‘The Fan on Strike’ Facebook page for more information.

[email protected]

Kyle Wells/News staff

Doug Saunders, left, Stew Young, Jr. and Jim Gordon put the NHL on notice that fans will strike if lockouts continue to cancel hockey.

Fans issue strike notice to NHL

wwwwww.goldstreamgazette..goldstreamgazette.comcom


Volkswagen Victoria A new division to the German Auto Import Network

3329 Douglas Street | 250-475-2415 | vwvictoria.com VolkswagenVictoria @VWVictoria

of Christmas Bonuses!25DaysVolkswagen Victoria’s

Receive up to $500 cash, an iPad Mini, iPod Touch OR an iPod Nano with the purchase of any vehicle in-stock.*

2012 Jetta

$25,340In-stock from

Includes Freight & PDI

$2,500Cash Savings of

off the MSRP

WITH

*Limited time discount available on cash purchase only for an in-stock 2012 Jetta. Discount of $2,500 is based on the cash purchase of the remaining new and unregistered 2012 model and may vary by model. In-stock price of $25,340 is based on st#132760. Freight and PDI ($1,365 )included. Doc ($395), PPSA fee, license, insurance, registration, any dealer or other charges, options and applicable taxes are extra. 25 days of Christmas Bonuses promotion offer is valid on the purchase of in-stock models only and cannot be combined with any other offer. Offers end December 31, 2012 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. 2012 Jetta Highline shown for illustration purposes only. Visit vw.ca or Volkswagen Victoria for details. “Volkswagen”, the Volkswagen logo and “Jetta” are registered trademarks of Volkswagen AG. © 2012 Volkswagen Canada. DL 4991428.

Continues

I feel like I say this every year, but 2012 wasn’t exactly the best year in movies. To be honest, I had trouble picking my top 10. There

didn’t seem to be any clear front-runners. I’ll stand behind every movie on my list as being a great one, but I don’t have the same gushy sense of joy about my list that I usually do.

The great Mos Def (that’s right) once described hip-hop as a reflection of the society that breeds it and not “some monster living in the hills.” It’s the same deal with cinema, always has been. Looking at the vast major-ity of new releases, it seems we are all a bit lost and more than a little down. Even the good movies seem to agree. This year bleak was beautiful, the beautiful bleak.

Here are the 10 films that I feel either best avoided that, or did it the best: (Please note: there are films that haven’t come out yet, such as Django Unchained and Zero Dark Thirty, that could have likely made the list. Alas I do not have the privilege of attending film festivals or getting screeners.) 10. Silver Linings PlaybookIn the midst of all the doom and gloom this year, Silver Linings Play-book showed you can

make a romantic, happy-ending Hollywood movie and do so in an intelligent and highly enjoyable man-ner. Plus Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence exude the stuff from which movie stars are made.

9. Life of PiLife of Pi is pure movie magic. Ang Lee’s wonder-

ful adaptation of a book loved by everyone in the world but me is a visual wonder that dazzles while it delights. With perhaps the best use of 3D in a movie yet, Pi’s tale of a lifeboat, a tiger and the existence of God is a lush, loving smile of a film, something we needed this year.

8. Take This WaltzSarah Polley should be declared Canada’s greatest treasure and just get it over with. This has been her year up here, with both this film and her personal doc Stories We Tell coming out, and she deserves it. Take This Waltz is absolutely heartbreaking, but it’s also honest and, in its honesty, beautiful.

7. PrometheusPrometheus gets my exalted title of greatest flawed masterpiece of the year. With this Alien series prequel Ridley Scott showed all the new kids how great filmmaking, filmmaking with ambition and pur-pose, is done. Even with its flaws, Prometheus offered one hell of an enthralling, eyes-wide-with-wonder experience.

6. The Amazing Spider-ManAt least one film on the list had to be the result of a childlike joyful time at the movies. None did that better than this reboot of a movie only 10 years old, of all things. Many will disagree with this choice, but with killer 3D (that crane sequence was astounding), great movie-star performances and a commitment to doing formula right, the film was, well, amazing.

5. The GreyIn the midst of winter darkness, The Grey felt like the most honest movie I had seen all through those cold months. Sure it was marketed by showing Liam Neeson lining up to punch a wolf in the face, but The Grey was a thriller of an adventure movie that never sugarcoated its overarching subject: death.

4. The Deep Blue SeaThe Deep Blue Sea is probably the most breathlessly dramatic and emotionally gripping film of the year. Invoking a tone of repressed emotion, the movie tells

its sad, troubled tale of divorce and adultery with the sort of calm, steady, subtle beauty that only the English manage so well.

3. Oslo, August 31Speaking of bleak, Oslo, August 31 is a riveting look at addiction, within the context of a generation, and a city, struggling with the disappointments and strug-gle of maturity. Intensely crafted and acted, it is a hard film to watch at times, but there is poignancy to be found in its main character’s troubled view of a world he can’t understand and yet can no longer escape.

2. FlightI’m a Denzel fan, but mainly in that I like watching him yell at people and being all Denzel. He does a little of that here but it’s also the performance of the year and a career. With its mature look at alcohol-ism wrapped in the story of a plane crash, Flight was both one of the most entertaining movies of the year and one of the most touching.

1. LincolnIn the midst of all this cinematic misery nothing sounded worse than another doe-eyed smaltz fest from Steven Spielberg, especially with the travesty called War Horse fresh in my mind. But I’ll be damned if old Stevie didn’t pull out a surprise and turn in the most compelling, well-wrought, and yet non-insult-ingly inspiring movie of the year. Lincoln reminded me that society can, at times, and with a full recognition of its complexities and shortcomings, come together to do something wonderful and important.

[email protected]

COUNTDOWNTHE ARTS Party like you’re on the Internet and remain anonymous at New Year’s

Eve Masquerade Ball at Logan’s Pub, 1821 Cook St., featuring BANK ROBBER, Babysitter, The Himalayan Bear, The High Arctic and more. Tick-ets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door, or $10 with a mask.

HOT TICKETMasquerade Ball

Kyle WellsCineFile

Top 10 Films of 2012

Local news.Local shopping.Your local paper.

Read the Goldstream Gazette

every Wednesday and Friday


The Hartland Landfill Facility will be closed on New Year’s Day, Tuesday, January 1, 2013.

Hartland will reopen on Wednesday, January 2 from 9 am to 5 pm.

Registered account customers will have access to the active face from 7 to 9 am.

Please make sure your load is covered and secured.

Capital Regional District

Hartland Landfill New Year’s Day Closure

For more information, please call the CRD Hotline at 250.360.3030 or visit www.crd.bc.ca/waste/hartland

TOPTOP1010FALLDec. 19 Highlands resident Greg Brotherston is sentenced to three years for manslaughter for his

role in the death of Colwood resident Richard Green. Brotherston hit Green, who fell and fractured his skull on the pavement, outside of the Country Rose pub in October.

While walking in Goldstream Park in late November, Roo the Australian terrier dog saved

his owner and two of her friends from a falling tree by pulling them out of the way before they even knew it was coming down.

A tragic accident occurred on Oct. 23 when 13-year-old A.J. Wakeling was hit by a pickup

truck while crossing Sooke Road. He died in hospital two days later.

In December, residents of View Royal gave a general vote of approval to the proposed Eagle

Creek development across the road from Victoria General Hospital. The rezoning application awaits final approval from council and the Ministry of Transportation.

In October a Colwood senior told the Gazette her story of her longtime search for information on

her First Nations heritage and her quest to be recognized as a Status Indian.

Organizers of the View Royal Reading Centre spent most of 2012 wondering how they were

going to keep it open due to money concerns. In October, however, it was announced the landlords promised to keep rents down for at least a year, giving new life to the community library.

Ozzy the cat used one of his nine

lives when the Langford cat survived getting a crossbow arrow shot through his torso.

Metchosin Art Gallery hosted

its Monsters show in October, featuring portraits by Frank Mitchell and Sylvia Bews-Wright of evil world leaders and their victims.

Colwood residents had the chance in December to tell Heritage B.C. what they would like to see

done to Cole Island in terms of conservation.

A 17-year-old girl was rescued by paramedics on Dec. 8 after a car crash left her upside in a

vehicle immersed in a metre of water. Emergency crews managed to remove the girl and took her to Victoria General Hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Charla Huber/News staff

Bre Robinson gets personal with a chum at Goldstream Park.

11

22

33

44

55

66

77

88

99

1010

OzzyKyle Wells/News staff

View Royal firefighter Kent McLeod battles a brush fire alongside the Galloping Goose Trail.

Juan de Fuca MLA John Horgan links arms

with protestors of the proposed Northern

Gateway pipeline outside of his Langford office.

Kyle Wells/News staff

In an occasionally heated and pro-longed episode, View Royal residents had two chances this year to give their opinion on the town’s proposed borrowing of money to build a new fire hall.

Faced with a seismically unsound and outdated building, the town and View Royal Fire Rescue wanted a new fire hall and public safety building. The land for the new fire hall was purchased in 2011 after the loan for it was approved by residents in a referendum in December 2010.

In July, 1,300 residents submitted responses in an Alternative Approval Process over-turning the town’s proposal to bor-row $7.9 for the hall itself and forcing the need for a referendum. Mayor Graham Hill would later comment that going to an AAP was a mistake.

There were some grey clouds to the process including accusations from both sides of the debate of the other spreading misinformation. Even within council there were a number of disagreements.

After the AAP the town reduced the amount of the proposed loan to $5.49 million by shaving $500,000 off the cost of the building, borrowing $1 million internally and pledging to use $1 million from other sources, such as casino funds or money from developers.

The Gazette recieved so many let-ters regarding the fire hall debate that sparked so many disagreements, the paper decided to stop printing them leading up to the referendum.

In November residents were asked to go to the polls to give their opin-ion on the new loan. By the end of the general voting day Nov. 24 the unofficial numbers were in: 1,677 residents supported the loan and 924 did not.

“It’s an affirmation of the council’s position,” said Hill of the results. “It is a ringing endorsement of the vol-unteers and the departments and the management there.”

Council went on to pass final read-ing of the loan to move the fire hall project ahead.

[email protected]

Kyle WellsReporting

View Royal pursues fire hallView Royal pursues fire hall

Local news.Local shopping.Your local paper.

Read the Goldstream Gazetteevery Wednesday and Friday


WHY WAIT? WE CAN HELP NOW!• FREE Adjustments

COME ON IN FOR YOURFREE CONSULTATION!

Walk-In Denture Clinic

Happiness isa beautiful smile! Conrad De Palma

Denturist(250) 595-1665

3581 Shelbourne Streethh

Travis PatersonNews staff

When a fan passed Ryder Hesjedal a hockey stick with

a flag on it, he knew what to do, and the image has become an iconic one.

In May, the 32-year-old was the first Canadian to win the Giro d’Italia.

His accolades continue as last weekend Hesejdal won his third Canadian Cyclist of the Year award,

ahead of Victoria’s Geoff Kabush in second.

At home it’s been easy to spot the effect, as a growing number of cyclists bomb around our city in the famous blue and white Garmin-Sharp jerseys of Hesjedal’s team.

The story arc for the Giro win was perfect. In January, Hesjedal held court at GoodLife Fitness in Vic West to promote the sum-mer’s Tour de Victoria, at which time he announced he’d been green lighted as the team’s leading man in Italy.

Right from the get-go Hesjedal was sup-ported by his teammates in Italy. And when the race ended with a time trial, Hesjedal put in one of the top performances of his life, to erase the 30 second deficit between him and first place for the win.

Going into the Tour de France, Hesjedal was named a top contender by analysts, and looked like one too, until wipeouts and injuries knocked him out.

While the Giro is Hesjedal’s best result, revisionists were also busy tinkering with his next best one. This year Hesjedal’s 2010 Tour de France result was bumped from seventh to sixth overall, as winner Alberto Contador was stripped of his title for dop-ing. The revoking is just one of doping’s many stains on the sport in 2012, which the USADA has made the most significant hap-pening of this year’s sports calendar.

Tyler Hamilton’s tell all confession, The Secret Race (this reporter’s pick of 2012 sports books), is at the forefront of cycling’s current state. In it are statements from cur-rent Garmin-Sharp members and team man-ager, Jon Vaughters, explaining his desire to run a “clean team,” Garmin’s mantra.

Olympic triumphs

GillianCarleton, Ryan Cochrane, Richard Wein-berger, and the rowing men’s and women’s eight boats all pulled in gold medals from the 2012 London Olympics with Victoria connections.

Cyclist Gillian Carleton came out of the slipstream to win bronze for Canada in the track cycling team pursuit. Cochrane swam to silver in the 1,500 metre freestyle, adding to his bronze from 2008. Weinberger, a UVic Vike from Surrey, placed third in the men’s open water 10km marathon swim.

Malcolm Howard captained the men’s eight to silver, his second straight medal, with 2008 gold medal returnees Andrew Byrnes and coxswain Brian Price. Vikes row-ing alumni Darcy Marquardt and Rachelle Vinberg won silver in the women’s eight.

High school heroes

Lars Borne-mann and Mason Swift accom-plished rare feats on the same late November week-end as they were named the MVPs of their team’s pro-vincial high school championship.

It was the sec-ond straight year winning the MVP award for both,

as each’s team also won its respective back-to-back championship.

Bornemann’s Oak Bay Barbers defended its AAA volleyball title and Swift’s Mount Douglas Rams won its second-straight AAA Subway Bowl football trophy.

Bornemann will likely play in the CIS for the UBC-Okanagan Heat and study engineer-ing while Swift is still weighing his options.

Controversies at Elk Lake

Saanich rower Lindsay Jenner-ich emerged as a leading voice amongst a group of Rowing Canada ath-letes who spoke their displeasure with the organization’s poli-tics in 2012.

The Claremont secondary and UVic Vikes grad is one of the few born and bred members of RC to train at Elk Lake, and made waves as the only women’s team to train there, going against RC’s agenda. Then less than three months out from the Olympics, Jennerich’s doubles partner Tracy Cameron retired from the sport, making way for North Saanich’s Patri-cia Obee to compete as a 20-year-old.

Jennerich was also a staunch supporter of men’s coach Mike Spracklen, both in the media and on her blog. When he was dis-missed in the fall, Jennerich was part of a large movement against it.

Spracklen, who came here from England with his wife, lived in Sidney for 12 years and guided Canada to multiple gold medals at the Olympics and World Championships. His successor will be appointed in January.

WHL playoffs came aroundThe Victoria Royals first season in Victo-

ria ended with a first round playoff exit to the Kamloops Blazers.

It ended a 23-year long break since the Victoria Cougars last played a Western Hockey League playoff game here.

Baseball announces returnThe baseball gods answered the prayers

of many as the West Coast League and City of Victoria announced an expansion team for 2013. It’s wood-bat baseball, and the players are top professional prospects play-ing in college and universities. The Victo-ria HarbourCats will play at Royal Athletic Park.

There is much to choose from the 2012 sports calendar, so a list of top hits are included with this story at Vicnews.com. The News’ Jan. 2 issue will preview some likely scenarios in 2013.

[email protected]

SPORTSHesjedal tops list for 2012

Graham Watson/Garmin Sharp

Cycling was much sexier in Canada this year than it was in the U.S.A. West Shore’s Ryder Hesjedal was on top of it, winning the Giro d’Italia, while doping declarations by many of the U.S.A.’s top cyclists, including some of Hesjedal’s teammates and his team manager, muddled the sport’s image.

Ryder Hesjedal leads Victoria newsmakers

Ryan Cochrane

Lars Bornemann

Lindsay Jennerich

Ryder Hesjedal

For days like today!

WING’SRESTAURANT

Take Out or Eat In MenuDaily Lunch & Dinner BuffetDaily Lunch & Dinner Buffet

Combination Dinners for 1 to 8Combination Dinners for 1 to 8Seafood and Deluxe DishesSeafood and Deluxe Dishes

Licenced PremisesLicenced PremisesOpen 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. dailyOpen 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. daily

Free Home Delivery with min. $20 orderFree Home Delivery with min. $20 order

90 Gorge Rd. West 90 Gorge Rd. West

250-385-5564250-385-5564

NG’SWINWING’SURANTRESTAURESTSTATAURARANTEat In MenuTake Out or ETaTaakeke OOuut oor Eaat InIn MeMeennu

LOCAL DININGLOCAL DININGAn Invitation An Invitation

From an Old FriendFrom an Old Friend

Present this coupon when you buy dinner or lunch and get a second of equal or lesser value FOR ONLY $2.00. This coupon may only be used with a minimum of two beverages (need not be alcoholic). Present coupon at

time of ordering. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Maximum 3 coupons per group or table. Not valid at JBI Pub on Sundays between 3:30-8:00 p.m. EXPIRES JANUARY 1, 2013

250-384-7151 270 Government Street

Drop by the JBI Pub and

Restaurant and enjoy a Breakfast, Lunch, or

Dinner Entrée

THE JAMES BAY INN

Send letters

to the

editoreditor@

goldstreamgazette

.com


FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE BC

Help tomorrow’s families today – leave a gift in your will.

[email protected]

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Goldstream Signs &DesignsOpen WeekendsServing Victoria & Langford

WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT

By virtue of the

warehouse lien act Westshore Towing Ltd.

claims a lien against the following vehicles, owner and amount indebted to Westshore Towing plus

costs: 04 Dodge Caravan. vin 1D4GP25R94B517856. Gordon Carroll $760.58

90 Honda Accord vin

JHMCB7547LC805958. David Dow $1619.32

92 Dodge Caravan vin 1B4GH44R8NX138002. Graham Hall $1158.51

96 Plymouth Voyager

vin 2P4GP44R7TR746266.

Glenna Thibault $1292.27

99 Dodge Caravan vin 1B4GP44L5XB870523.

Lynn Wardrope $1286.09

The vehicles will be sold at 1247 Parkdale

Drive on January 7, 2013

PERSONALS

STEAMWORKS: A club for men to meet men. 582 John-son St., Victoria. 250-383-6623 steamworksvictoria.com

LOST AND FOUND

FOUND: Iphone, in Milstream Market parking lot, Dec. 23rd. Call to identify (250)478-0973.

FOUND MEN’S Watch on Henry Ave. Call to identify (250)656-5659.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

LOST AND FOUND

FOUND: NECKLACE with pendent, found at Douglas and View near Shoppers Drug Mart. Call to identify, 250-388-3535.

FOUND: WATCH (ladies), corner of Shelbourne/Knight, Dec. 21st. Call (250)598-5477.

FOUND. WOMAN’S Golf shoes, Wed. Dec. 19, rooftop Mayfair Mall. (778)440-0353.

CHILDREN

DAYCARE CENTERS

HILLTOP FRIENDSLICENSED

FAMILY DAYCAREHas full-time spot open

January 2013LPN owned and operatedLocated in Colwood on

Triangle Mountain, just off Sooke Road. 6:30am-5pm,

Monday -Friday. Call Chrissie @

778-433-2056

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

MAKE A FORTUNE with $3000, we know how. Free info pack. Call (250)590-9634.

HELP WANTED

AN ALBERTA Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Prefer-ence will be given to opera-tors that are experienced in oilfi eld road and lease con-struction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vi-cinity of Edson, Alberta. Alco-hol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Victoria lo-cation. Guaranteed $11/hour, 25% profi t sharing, paid over-time, benefi ts, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual ad-vanced training and advance-ment opportunities. Call 250-360-1408 today for an inter-view.

Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a mini-mum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051

PERSONAL SERVICES

ART/MUSIC/DANCING

ALLISON PIANOSTORAGE

CLEARANCE SALEUnbelievable Prices+80 piano’s on site,

20 under $1000.2328 Government St,

Victoria, BC

SMALL ADS, BIG DEALS!

PERSONAL SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO

RETOUCH, RESTORE, Edit Photos. Portraiture, Baby +Family, Maternity. Home Mo-vies to DVD. 250-475-3332. www.cwpics.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

BUILDING SUPPLIES

METAL ROOFING & siding sales. Seconds avail. Custom roof Flashings. 250-544-3106.

COMPUTER EQUIPMENT

APPLE Mac Book, iPhone 5 16GB and lot more at wholesales prices. visit our website: www.pvandcos-tore.com for more information.

FRIENDLY FRANK

2 WALL sconces, $50 (both), chinese table lamp, $45. Call (778)440-6628.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

ARBUTUS, CYPRESS, fi r, hardwoods. Seasoned. Call 250-661-7391.

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest fi re-wood producer offers fi rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

CHINESE CARPET- 12’x9’. Beautiful condition, dark blue background. $1,400. Roll top desk, large, many locks, good condition, $275. Call 250-388-3718.

HEAVY DUTY sewing ma-chine, “Artisan 618-1SC”, as new with rolling adjustable ta-ble, light & attachments. $1000 obo. (250)384-2976.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/news-paper?

MOVING IN 1 week, every-thing must go. Solid wood kitchen table w/ 4 chairs & centre leaf, couch, chairs, misc kitchen stuff, cookware, pictures, microwave. No rea-sonable offer refused. All must go. Call 1(587)297-1961.

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

WHERE BUYERS AND SELLERS MEETwww.bcclassifi ed.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

ANTIQUES, BOOKS, col-lectibles, furniture, china, jew-elry. Estates/private libraries purchased. Galleon Books & Antiques, 250-655-0700

REAL ESTATE

HOUSES FOR SALE

Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY

with Well-Maintained Furnished Home - 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm,

2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake,

in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational

property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800.

Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land.

Call [email protected]

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSESDamaged House?

Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale?

We will Buy your HouseQuick Cash & Private.Mortgage Too High and

House won’t sell?Can’t make payments?

We will Lease Your House,Make your Payments

and Buy it Later!

Call: 1-250-616-9053www.webuyhomesbc.com

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

OTTER POINT Trailer Park. 40’ park model trailer (no pad fees) 3 slide outs + 30’x52’ lot, fi nished deck & shed in new condition. Open to offers. Call 306-290-8764.

BUYING - RENTING- SELLING

Call us today to place your classifi ed ad

REAL ESTATE

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

SINGLE WIDE MOBILE in Lannon Creek #60, $30,000 250-642-7189

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 & 2 Bdrm suites & cabins. Perched on a cliffside with panoramic ocean vista, over-looking The Saanich Inlet. Se-rene & secure. All amenities on-site, fi rewood. $700-$1200 inclusive. Monthly/Weekly. Pets ok with refs. 25 min com-mute to downtown Victoria. Must have references. Call 250-478-9231.

ROYAL OAK- (near Common Wealth pool) new updated 1 bdrm condo, W/D. ns/np. $825 inclds utils. (250)652-7729.

Senior Living200 Gorge Road West,

Victoria

Ask For Move-In Bonus1 bdrm. from $865/mo.

2 bdrm. from $1,140/mo.

• Wheel-chair accessible• Outdoor, indoor and

covered parking available• Lockers • Elevators

• Laundry room • Balconies• Bicycle storage

• Crime Free Multi-Housing Program

Call Now:250.381.5084www.caprent.com

[email protected]

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

COLWOOD CORNERS- 3 bdrm, 1 bath, upper 4-plex, 6 appls, pets? $1100. (Immed). 250-590-9641, 250-415-5286.

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

DOWNTOWN SIDNEY: Bright newer 1 bdrm deluxe suite. Short term. (250)514-7747.

ROOM & BOARD

ROOM & BOARD, Heritage home, all inclusive. 5 evening meals/week & breakfast. Spa-cious, clean, quiet, fully fur-nished room. Near downtown. Female preferred. $800./mo. Avail Jan. 1st. (250)655-1722.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

LANGFORD NEW townhome. Private bedroom/bath. All in-clusive. NS/NP. Avail immed. $625 mo. 250-382-9434.

ROOM MATE wanted in Kettle Valley, Langford. $500/mo all utilities included. New house. 250-213-3853

SAANICH. SHARE bright fur-nished condo, private 1/2 bath. $650. inclusive. 778-679-2322

CLASSIFIEDS WORK HARD!Call 250.388.3535

RENTALS

SUITES, LOWER

ROYAL OAK, grd level 2 bdrm, 5 appls, util’s incl’d.NS/NP, Close to shops & bus-es. Jan. 1st. $1050 mo.(250)744-9405, (250)479-9405

SIDNEY 1BDRM, 1bath grnd fl r suite, f/s, w/d, large kitchen& living room, lots of storage,N/S, no dogs. $885 + hydro.Available now. (250)654-0410.

WESTSHORE- Avail Jan 1. 1bdrm, 6 appls, sm pet? N/S.$800+utils. (250)813-2805.

SUITES, UPPER

SOOKE: 1-BDRM $675 mo. Shared laundry. Avail Jan 1st.Pets cons. (778)352-1618.

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

DreamTeam Auto Financing“0” Down, Bankruptcy OK -

Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

CARS

1998 PONTIAC Grand PrixGT US car - 193,000 miles,lady driven since 2003. $2200.Alan, (778)426-3487.

2006 MALIBU LT V6, dealermaintained. 70,500 km’s. Bluewith grey interior. $6,900,moving sale. Call 250-595-5727 or 250-886-1319.

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR.Excellent condition. Loaded.White. 119,000 km, mostlyhwy driven. On-Star. $11,900fi rm. 250-755-5191.

2009 PONTIAC G5- $14,500. Air conditioned, electric win-dows, 4 new tires/2 spare.45,000 km. 2 year warrantyleft. Senior giving up licence,reason for sale. Call (250)360-0892.

$50-$1000 CASH

For scrap vehicleFREE Tow away

858-5865LOOKING FOR A DEALON A NEW VEHICLE?

Save up to 40% OFF your next new vehicle...

No games or gimmicks, dealdirect with local dealerships.

www.newcarselloff.com

No qr code reader?

Text info: 778.786.8271

Your community. Your classifieds.

Your community. Your classifieds. Your community. Your classifieds.

250.388.3535

fax 250.388-0202 email [email protected]

SOOKENEWSMIRROR

$$22999797plus 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

FREE!Ask us for more info.

SELL YOUR CAR... FAST!

with a classifi ed ad


CITY OF LANGFORD

WINTER REMINDERSWINTER DRIVINGPlease avoid driving during winter conditions and use alternate transportation where possible if you must travel. We strongly recommend not driving during extreme events. If you must drive, follow the basic driving principles that apply during snowfall or icing conditions. Ensure that you have good winter tires, carry tire chains, lower your speed and keep a safe distance from others.

SNOW CLEARINGRoads are cleared in the following order:

❄ Major Roads – 1st priority❄ Steep Hills – 2nd priority❄ Collectors, School and Playground Zones – 3rd priority❄ Local Roads – lowest priority

During prolonged or heavy snowfall, crews may need to continue to maintain the higher priority roads before attempting the lower priority ones.

PARKING❄ In order to ensure that snow clearing equipment can navigate the streets safely, do not park on the roadway.

❄ Owners of vehicles can be subjected to nes and/or tow-away at owners' expense.

❄ If the snow plough cannot pass your road may not be cleared.

SIDEWALKSIt is the PROPERTY OWNERS responsibility to clear snow and ice

from sidewalks and footpaths adjacent to their property. Please arrange for help in advance if you are away from home or are unable to remove snow and ice. Please volunteer to help if your neighbour or someone needs assistance.

Helpful Snow Clearing Tip: When clearing your driveway, pile the snow on the left hand side (facing your house) so the snow plow doesn’t knock the pile back across your driveway apron.

For more information, please visit WWW.CITYOFLANGFORD.CAVCMMC (Contractor) 250-474-2688

City Engineering Department - 250-474-0068engineering@cityo angford.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ACCOUNTING/TAX/BOOKKEEPING

ACCOUNTINGVida Samimi

Certifi ed General Accountant

Bookkeeping, Audit,Payroll, HST. Set up &

Training. E-FileTAX

250-477-4601

CARPENTRY

BENOIT CONSTRUCTION. Reno’s & Additions. Windows, Doors, Decks. 250-479-0748.

COMPLETE HOME Renos. Carpentry, Drywall, Painting. Licenced insured. Call Darren 250-217-8131.

INSTCARPET ALLATION

MALTA FLOORING Installa-tion. Carpets, laminates, hard-wood, lino. BBB 250-388-0278

CLEANING SERVICES

HOUSEKEEPER EXPERI-ENCED, reliable. References. 250-920-6516, 250-881-7444.

MALTA HOUSECLEANING Estates, events, offi ces. BBB member. (250)388-0278.

NEED HELP cleaning your house? $18/hr. Call Dorothy at (250)478-8940.

COMPUTER SERVICES

A HOME COMPUTER Coach. Senior friendly. Computer les-sons, maintenance and prob-lem solving. Please call Des 250-656-9363, 250-727-5519.

COMPUDOC MOBILE Com-puter Services. Repairs, tune-ups, tutoring, web sites, etc. 250-886-8053, 778-351-4090.


CONTRACTORS

CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, kitch/bath, wood fl oor, tiles, plumbing, renos 250-213-6877

DRYWALL

DRYWALL PROFESSIONAL:Small additions, boarding, tap-ing, repairs, texture spraying, consulting. Soundproof instal-lation;bath/moisture resistance products. Call 250.384.5055. Petrucci’s Drywall.

ELECTRICAL

250-361-6193- RENO’S, res & comm. Knob and tube rmvl. No job too small. Lic# 22779.

AT&T ELECTRIC. Renova-tions. Residential & Commer-cial. Knob & tube replacement. #26125. (250)744-4550.

GNC ELECTRIC Res/Comm. Reasonable rates for quality work. #43619. 250-883-7632.

KENDRA’S ELECTRICAL Co. #86952. No Job too Small. Kendra, 250-415-7991.

VAEXCA TING & DRAINAGE

BUBBA’S HAULING. Mini ex-cavator & bob cat services. Perimeter drains, driveway prep, Hardscapes, Lot clear-ing. Call 250-478-8858.

FENCING

ALL TYPES of fencing, re-pairs. Reliable, on-time. Free estimates. Call 250-888-8637.

GARDENING

20% OFF Fall clean-ups, racking, mowing, hedge/shrub trimming. (250)479-6495.

DPM SERVICES- lawn & gar-den, seasonal pruning, clean ups, landscape, power wash, etc. 15yrs exp. (250)883-8141


GARDENING

GARDEN OVERGROWN? Weeding, lawn cuts, clean-ups, pruning. John Kaiser 250-478-7314, 250-812-8236.

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

250-889-5794. DIAMOND Dave Gutter & Window Clean-ing at Fair Prices!

250-507-6543. AL’S V.I.P. Gutter Cleaning, guards, win-dows, power washing, roof de-moss, repairs. Insured.

PERIMETER EXTERIORS. Gutter Cleaning, Repairs, De-mossing, Upgrades. WCB, Free estimates. 250-881-2440.

HANDYPERSONS

AL’S AVAILABLE to update your home. Kitchens, baths, basements, etc. Licensed & Insured. Al 250-415-1397.

BEETLES RESIDENTIAL Renovations Ltd. Bathrooms, decks, painting, landscaping and handyman services. Fully insured and guaranteed. Free estimates. Call 250-889-4245.


HANDYPERSONS

BIG BEAR Handyman. Decks, Stairs, Painting, General household repairs. Free esti-mate. Call Barry 250-896-6071

HAULING AND SALVAGE

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. Prompt, Courteous. Call Chris for all your hauling needs. 250-920-8463.


HAULING AND SALVAGE

✭BUBBA’S HAULING✭ Hon-est, on time. Demolition, con-struction clean-ups, small load deliveries (sand, gravel, top-soil, mulch), garden waste re-moval, mini excavator, bob cat service. 250-478-8858.

PARRY’S HAULING We haul it all - FREE estimates. Call Shawn 250-812-7774

SAVE-A-LOT HAULING Furniture, appliance, garden waste, we take it all! Always lowest rate, senior discount. Brad 250-217-9578.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

RENOS BY Don, 25 yrs exp. New, renos, repairs, decks, fencing, bathrooms, kitchens. Senior discounts. Licensed, Insured, WCB, 250-588-1545.

THE MOSS MAN Chemical- Free Roof De-Mossing & Gut-ter Cleaning since 1996. Call 250-881-5515. Free estimates!www.mossman.ca

INSULATION

MALTA BLOWN Insulation. Attics - interior/exterior walls & sound silencer. (250)388-0278

QUALITY INSULATION blown fi berglass. Affordable rates. (250)896-6652.

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

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK!Call 250.388.3535


& 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.

A2Z WRIGHT Moving. $80/hr for 2 men. Senior’s discount. Call Phil (250)383-8283.

DIAMOND MOVING- 1 ton 2 ton. Prices starting at $85/hr. Call 250-220-0734.

DONE RIGHT MOVING $80/hr. Senior Discount. Free Est’s. No travel time before or after. SMOOTH MOVES. Call Tyler at 250-418-1747.

PAINTING

A PROFESSIONAL Woman painter. Karen Bales Painting & Wall coverings. Over 25yrs exp. Free est. 250-514-5220.

BIG BEAR Painting. Interior & Exterior. Quality work. Free estimate. Barry 250-896-6071

ON POINT PAINTING. Polite, clean cut crew. Professional results. Call (250)744-4927.

Peacock Painting

250-652-2255250-882-2254

WRITTENGUARANTEE

Budget Compliance15% SENIORS DISCOUNT

PLUMBING

FELIX PLUMBING. Over 35 years experience. Reasonable rates. Call 250-514-2376.


PLUMBING

EXPERIENCED JOURNEY-MAN Plumber. Renos, New Construction & Service. Fairrates. Insured. Reliable,friendly. Great references. CallMike at KNA (250)880-0104.

PRESSURE WASHING

DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates.250-744-8588, Norm.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

MALTA GARDEN & Rubbish Removal. Best Rates. BBBmember. (250)388-0278.

TILING

A1. SHAWN The Tile Guy-Res/ Comm/ Custom/ Renos.250-686-6046

UPHOLSTERY

UPHOLSTERER NEEDS work. Your fabric or mine.250-480-7937.

WINDOW CLEANING

DAVE’S WINDOW Cleaning.Windows, Gutters, Sweeping,Roofs, Roof Demossing, Pres-sure Washing. 250-361-6190.

GLEAMING WINDOWS Gut-ters+De-moss. Free estimate.18 yrs. Brian, 514-7079. WCB.

250.388.3535

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS

FOR YOU!

www.bcclassified.com 250.388.3535

VICTORIASUNDAY, JANUARY 13th, 2013

Pearkes Recreation Centre 10am-4pmTICKETS

$10.00 in advance$15.00 at the Door

VICTORIASUNDAY, JANUARY 13th, 2013

Pearkes Recreation Centre 10am-4pmTICKETS


NANAIMOSUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10th, 2013

Beban Park Social Centre 11am-4pmTICKETS


NANAIMOSUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10th, 2013

Beban Park Social Centre 11am-4pmTICKETS


COURTENAYSUNDAY, JANUARY 20th, 2013

Florence Filberg Centre 11am-3pmTICKETS


COURTENAYSUNDAY, JANUARY 20th, 2013

Florence Filberg Centre 11am-3pmTICKETS


Victoria: (250) 984-1555

Nanaimo: (250) 244-8449

Toll Free: 1-888-501-9696

Victoria: (250) 984-1555

Nanaimo: (250) 244-8449

Toll Free: 1-888-501-9696

E: [email protected]

FOR INFO/TICKETS/BOOTH SPACEFOR INFO/TICKETS/BOOTH SPACE

www.BridalExhibition.cawww.BridalExhibition.ca

2013

Photo supplied by Brawns PhotographyPhoto supplied by Brawns Photography

Available At All:

Locations and Online at

www.bridalexhibition.ca

Bride’s Make Sureyou Pick-up Your

Bridal Rewards Card!

A Honeymoon

to Cancun, MexicoA Honeymoon

to Cancun, Mexico

Or 1 of 2 Trips to

Las VegasOr 1 of 2 Trips to

Las Vegas

Bride’s and Groom’s

Enter to

LOOKING FOR ANAuction

Bedroom SuiteCouchDeli

EstheticsFuel

Garage SaleHouse

InvestmentsJungle Gym

KilnLiving Room

SuiteMoving

CompanyNail Care

Open HousePoultryQuilt

Rolling PinSail Boat

Venetian BlindsWindow Washer

XylophoneYard Work

Zebra

250.388.3535


Our new HDPVR has all the trimmings.

With the new Shaw HDPVR by Motorola, you can access up to 10,000 on-demand movies and shows—including all your favourite holiday classics—all wrapped up in a brand new interface.

To upgrade today, call 1 877 725 3445, visit shaw.ca,

or our store at Uptown Shopping Centre.

Purchase through

Shaw Easy Own* for just

$10.00 per month for 36 months

© 2012 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. and Legendary Pictures Funding, LLC. BATMAN, THE DARK KNIGHT, and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © DC Comics. All rights reserved. New Guide available only with the Motorola DCX3510-M HDPVR. Prices subject to sales and provincial tax. *When you sign up for Shaw Easy Own program, you will obtain ownership of the purchased hardware immediately with the understanding that you are required to pay Shaw for the hardware in 36 pre-authorized monthly instal-ments. A valid credit card is required to sign up for the Shaw Easy Own Program. You also agree any outstanding balance on the purchased hardware is due in full and immediately payable to Shaw if Shaw Phone, Cable and Internet services are terminated. Additional terms and conditions will apply. Offer subject to change without notice. All Shaw services are subject to our Joint Terms of Use and Privacy Policy located at http://www.shaw.ca.

This Weekend’s

Check the page number below in Real Estate Victoria or visit www.revweekly.com

Find more details on the Open Houses below in the Dec.20-27 edition of

Published Every Thursday

OPENOPENHOUSESSelect your home.

Select your mortgage.

Oak Bay 250-370-7601Westshore 250-391-2933

Victoria 250-483-1360Sidney 250-655-0632

www.vericoselect.comChatterton Way 250-479-0688

402-1122 Hilda, $219,900Saturday Dec 29th 1-3Pemberton Holmes Rick Couvelier, 250-384-8124 pg. 5

102-415 Linden, $259,900Saturday Dec 29th 1-3Royal LePage Coast Capital RealtyMaggie Thompson, 250-889-5955 pg. 10

982 Mckenzie, $324,900Tuesday-Sunday 1-3Royal Lepage Coast CapitalJames Liu 250 477-5353 pg. 5

3478 Calumet, $498,000Sunday Dec 23 2-4Century 21 QueenswoodBrian Meredith-Jones 250 477-1100 pg. 15

9708 Fifth St, $599,900Saturday, Dec. 22 & Sunday, Dec. 23 1-3Re/Max CamosunCraig Walters, 250-655-0608 pg. 18

OPEN HOUSES WORK!GET YOURS LISTED HERE BY CONTACTING YOUR REALTOR

TODAY!

101-608 Fairway Ave, $229,900Daily 1:30-4Century 21 Queenswood RealtyChuck Meagher, 250-477-1100 pg. 13

608 Fairway Ave.Daily 1:30-4Century 21 QueenswoodChuck Meagher, 250-477-1100

101-608 Fairway Ave, $229,900Daily 1:30-4Century 21 Queenswood RealtyChuck Meagher, 250-477-1100 pg. 13

Your Sight Is Our Vision

www.sioptometry.ca

New PatientsWelcome!Call us at one of our two locationsand check us out online.

GORDON HEAD 3994 Shelbourne St.(next to Tim Horton’s)

250.477.4711

COLWOOD 1910 Sooke Rd.Colwood Corners

250.478.6811

• Comprehensive eye exams with the latest

equipment, including Optomap ultra-wide retinal imaging

• Contact lens fi ttings with new developments for sports, extended

wear, astigmatism correction, and bifocal contacts

• Prescription lenses including wide fi eld progressive, high index lenses, and prescription sunglasses

• On-site lens edging with a large selection of frames and sunglasses in

stock, and a custom order service available

• Pre & Post operative care for laser and cataract

surgery

Dr. Cameron McCrodan, Dr. Brent Morrison,Dr. Ann-Marie Stewart and Dr. Chris Snow

bccl

assi

fi eds

.com

bccl

assi

fi eds

.com


Sensations by Compliments

Tempura Shrimp or Thai Golden PursesFrozen330–355g


Spanakopita or Phyllo CanapésFrozen240–300g


Petit Dessert CollectionSelectedFrozen600g

599On Sale

Each 599On Sale

Each1199On Sale

Each


Hors d’oeuvres CollectionFrozen800g

699On Sale

Per lb

On Sale

2 998for

On Sale

4for$5899

On Sale

Each

999On Sale

Each

Specials in Effect until 6pm Monday, December 31st, 2012

Canadian East Coast

Lobster TailsPreviously Frozen

Minimum 98g Each

Strip Loin Grilling Steaks or Prime RibRoastNaturally Aged 21 DaysFamily Pack Savings Size$15.41/kg

Flatbread Pizza Makes an easy appy.Vegetariano, Blanco, Italian Sausage with Basil Marinara or Buffalo Chicken with Blue Cheese Crumble 615–680g

Avocados Grown in Mexico

Holiday Hours: Dec. 28th – 30th – Regular Hours • Dec. 31st – Closing 6pm • Jan. 1st – Closed

Happy New Year from all of us at Thrifty Foods!

75

Documents

Goldstream News Gazette, December 28, 2012