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OAK BAYNEWSOak Bay aglow with the holiday spirit

Christine van ReeuwykNews Staff

Nearly 101,000 bulbs are ready to light up Sunday evening.

More than 1,400 strings of lights went up over the past month in an effort to make this year’s festivities a bigger and better street party than ever as the village enters the Christmas season.

“In the past we weren’t able to light all the windows at ground level,” said Heather Leary, project and communications manager for the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association that hosts the event.

A new system allows for attaching lights to some of those areas that couldn’t be lit before.

“It should be even brighter,” Leary said.

The month-long frenzy to get lights up and ready, with a little time built in to deal with windstorms that arose, will come to fruition at 5 p.m. Sunday when they’re powered up. Santa will stop by to have a look and visit with the youngsters.

But the fun starts three hours earlier with street food vendors selling everything

from New Orleans-style offerings to roasted chestnuts. Family activities include road hockey, wheelchair sports (for everyone) and multiple craft tables. A pair of parade floats, the traditionally large and stunning Galey Farms float and the Canada Post float, will be on

hand for up close and personal interaction. Canada Post will gather letters to deliver to Santa.

At 3 p.m. the entertainment starts with the Joy Life Choir, B.C. Fiddle Orchestra, Folkestra and Daniel Lapp all in the lineup.

The 14th annual Christmas Festival Light up gets under way Sunday with festivities starting at 2 p.m. in the village and the countdown at 5 p.m. followed by a visit with Santa and photos with the jolly man himself after that at Athlone Travel.

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for updates to festival events leading up to Christmas.

Two of those already set include the Art on the Avenue Gallery walk and Oak Bay Village Christmas Social on Dec. 4 where art galleries and shops open late for an evening of Oak Bay village hospitality.

Then on Dec. 6, the 2014 IEOA Truck Light Convoy and Food Drive shimmers down the Avenue. It’s a big deal in Oak Bay, with side streets closed as residents line the main drag cheering and waving the big rigs through.

“It’s [the truck drivers’] favourite part because it’s a real parade,” Leary said.

The convoy stops to collect food donations dropped off at municipal hall, and the community consistently donates about 1,800 pounds worth of food, said Leary, who would love to see Oak Bay again hit its peak donation – two tonnes. “It’s an important way of giving back.”

Volunteers will collect donations for Mustard Seed food bank from the crowd. Also expect to see a Public Works truck collecting donations across from municipal hall; at the hall, Mustard Seed volunteers will be set up on the lawn to issue receipts for cash offerings.

There will be music and treats too, starting at 5 p.m. Trucks are expected to arrive around 6:30 p.m. in the village. [email protected]

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Rowen Closs-Reidel reacts to Santa as his good friend Athena Lynngood gives Santa her wishes during last year’s Oak Bay Light up.

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Dr. Pamela Kibsey and a lab technician examine a digital photo taken of a specimen by Royal Jubilee Hospital’s new fully automated microbiology laboratory. The new system will allow more tests of specimens to be done faster, increasing the efficiency of a diagnosis.

RJH lab on the cutting edge

Andrea PeacockBlack Press

Royal Jubilee Hospital will be able to process patient samples faster and with more accuracy, thanks to a new state-of-the-art fully automated microbiology lab.

Royal Jubilee is the first hospital in North America to have such a system.

“It will make a huge difference for our patients, because we’ll have critical information to guide their therapy faster,” said Dr. Brendan Carr, CEO of Island Health.

The new lab system cost $4.3 million to install, and was done in partnership with the Capital Regional District. It officially

goes live on Dec. 8.Previously, hospital staff had

to manually place specimens on petri dishes, spread them in a specific pattern then take them to the incubator. After 16 to 24 hours, technologists would then examine bacteria growth on the plates one by one.

With the new system, specimens are placed on plates automatically, then spread by specially designed magnetic beads. The plates are sent along a conveyer belt into the incubator, which takes digital images of the samples. The images can be viewed at any lab technologist’s computer.

Using this new process, 200 samples can be processed in an hour, as opposed to 40 to 60 per hour when done manually.

“It’s a continuous process that the robot does so the technologists don’t have to manually move plates around anymore,” said Dr. Pamela Kibsey, Island Health’s medical director of infection control and

medical lead of the microbiology lab at Royal Jubilee.

The accuracy of the new robotic system is now 100 per cent for every specimen, said Carr.

“It raises our confidence and it raises our certainty in terms of diagnostics substantially.”

Despite the increased speed and efficiency, Carr and Kibsey assured no jobs would be lost as a result.

“One of the problems in North America is that we are facing staffing shortages,” said Kibsey. “We have to have a way of increasing our capacity, being faster, with the same amount of technologists. We have to do more with the same people.”

While this is the first automated microbiology lab of its kind at a hospital in North America, there are two private labs that have similar systems. One is at DynaLIFE lab in Edmonton and the other is at CML HealthCare lab in Mississauga.

Hospital can now deliver faster and more accurate results

Oak Bay will pursue some funding for an age-friendly action plan.

Staff made a last-minute application and got belated approval from council to seek a share in provincial grants available to address age-friendly community initiatives and projects in the district.

The province launched the Seniors’ Housing and Support initiative in 2004 with a one-time $3 million grant from what is now the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development to help local governments prepare for an aging population.

Municipal staff got the package late, and hurried through an application for one of the up to 25 grants available across the province of up to $20,000.

The priority in 2015 is to engage communities that have not yet completed an age-friendly plan or project. While Oak Bay is interested in funding some infrastructure items such as curb drops in the municipality, the application is for development of a District of Oak Bay Age-Friendly Action Plan.

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Hot soup and a slice of bread on a grey, wet West Coast day goes a long way.

It’s even better when it’s free, such as students enjoyed at the University of Victoria on Tuesday.

“This is something we do typically once a semester… playing on the idea of a soup kitchen,” said Greg Atkinson, UVic Students’ Society director of external relations. “It’s the reality too. We have a food bank [at UVic] and it’s over utilized.”

UVSS dished out free soup for students to raise awareness about the level of student debt in B.C. Free Soup Day for Student Debt was about educating the students, renewing awareness on campus and getting names on petitions to lobby the government.

“B.C. is the only province in Canada without a needs-based grants program,” said Atkinson. “Grants go a long way to solving a debt crisis.”

He notes a BMO survey shows the average student has $35,000 debt upon graduation.

“It’s baffling that our government isn’t doing anything,” Atkinson said. “[The soup] is a good way to communicate with students.”

Kenya Rogers said the comfort zone she witnessed while ladling soup created conversations in line.

“We’re trying to raise awareness. This issue is something that affects everyone on campus one way or another, but it’s not in the forefront of our minds,” she said. “That’s really important, to come into a safe space and have more than just a bowl of soup.”

Needs-based grants were eliminated a decade ago, and since 2001, tuition fees have more than doubled while per-student funding has dropped by 14 per cent, according to the UVSS.

“A big discouragement is that you have to go into massive debt for education,” said science student Brandon Kuemper, after adding his name to the petition in support. “You have to go backwards to go forwards, and for most

people that’s a tough thing to do.” By the end of the first of three hours of the event there

were 600 names on the petition, including student Nicole Edgar.

“I owe the government a lot of money,” she said. “And I know far too many students who graduate and have to pay for 10, 20 years. It seems like we don’t appreciate and value education in this country.”

The petitions will be delivered to the provincial government in early 2015.

“I think students are shocked when they hear this is the only province without a grant program,” said Seamus Wolfe, UVSS research and communications staff. “A lot of the time, it’s not news and they’re really excited that we’re doing something about it.”

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MLA touts geothermal energy as alternative to Site C damDan EbenalNews Staff

Oak Bay - Gordon Head MLA Andrew Weaver says a new report shows there are better options to fill British Columbia’s energy needs than the controversial Site C dam project.

Weaver said the findings of the Canadian Geothermal Energy Association show that B.C. has significant potential to develop geothermal and other renewable energy projects throughout the province.

“This is a timely report that clearly validates geothermal energy as a viable, more cost-effective alternative to Site C,” said Weaver. “Geothermal projects are cheaper to build, provide power at

a more economical rate, have a minimal environmental footprint, and generate more permanent jobs throughout the province.”

The report, entitled Geothermal Energy: The Renewable and Cost Effective Alternative to Site C, estimates that geothermal energy would cost about 7.3 cents per kilowatt hour, a cent cheaper than Site C, and that geothermal plant construction equalling the energy output of the proposed Peace River dam is estimated at $3.3 billion, compared to at least $7.9 billion for Site C.

In addition to hot springs and volcanic sites that could be tapped to provide power, the study examines “hot sedimentary aquifers” that have been

stumbled upon by oil and gas drilling.Energy Minister Bill Bennett said

Tuesday he expects cabinet to make a final investment decision on BC Hydro’s $8 billion dam proposal by the end of December. He said geothermal energy has potential in B.C. because unlike wind or solar power it provides a steady source of power, but he doesn’t see it as an alternative to the dam.

“It is a good resource,” Bennett said. “We do want to use it. It will be important to B.C. in the future. It’s not a way to get the 1,100 megawatts of electricity that we need now.”

Weaver pointed to findings that geothermal plants provide more permanent jobs distributed across B.C. and

that the total physical and environmental footprint of geothermal projects would be substantially smaller than that of the BC Hydro dam in northeastern B.C.

“In light of this new announcement, it’s clear that the government should not proceed with the Site C project at this time,” said the deputy leader of the B.C. Green Party. “There are simply too many cheaper alternatives available to protect the ratepayer. The clean energy sector is eagerly awaiting a more fiscally responsible investment decision that would provide employment and development opportunities across the province.”

The full CanGEA report can be found at www.cangea.ca.

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Dan EbenalNews Staff

Recreation Oak Bay is on a roll.

Saturday’s third annual Oak Bay Bike Festival has something for every age and skill level.

There will be a bike rodeo for the youngsters, skills workshops and safety checks for intermediate riders, and a giant air bag jump and stunts and obstacles for the more daring. There will also be exhibits from local bike shops,

a chance to meet champion trail rider John Webster and state-of-the-art bike fitting, courtesy of physiotherapist Barb Bialokoz. And best of all, it’s all free, sponsored by the Oak Bay Community Initiatives Committee and Recreation Oak Bay.

“Toddlers just learning on a two-wheeler, they can come through and learn about road safety. We will also have these stunts that kids can try if they want,” said Janet Barclay, manager of recreation program services with Recreation Oak Bay.

If the weather co-operates, the more daring riders will be able to test their skills by taking their cycle off a ramp and into a giant air bag.

“I would say we probably had about 300 through last year, and that was pretty good considering it poured. It was like a tropical rainstorm, said Barclay.

“Things turned out so well we have planned it indoors this year in conjunction with Sports Day Canada.”

The bike festival runs Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m at the indoor sports field at Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee St.

For more information, call Recreation Oak Bay at 250-595-7946 or visit http://oakbay.ca/parks-recreation/news/spotlight/oak-bay-community-bike-ride-and-festival.

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Festival rides into rec centre

Dan EbenalNews Staff

Recreation Oak Bay is on a roll.

Saturday’s third annual Oak Bay Bike Festival has something for every age and skill level.

There will be a bike rodeo for the youngsters, skills workshops and safety checks for intermediate riders, and a giant air bag jump and stunts and obstacles for the more daring. There will also be exhibits from local bike shops,

a chance to meet champion trail rider John Webster and state-of-the-art bike fitting, courtesy of physiotherapist Barb Bialokoz. And best of all, it’s all free, sponsored by the Oak Bay Community Initiatives Committee and Recreation Oak Bay.

“Toddlers just learning on a two-wheeler, they can come through and learn about road safety. We will also have these stunts that kids can try if they want,” said Janet Barclay, manager of recreation program services with Recreation Oak Bay.

If the weather co-operates, the more daring riders will be able to test their skills by taking their cycle off a ramp and into a giant air bag.

“I would say we probably had about 300 through last year, and that was pretty good considering it poured. It was like a tropical rainstorm, said Barclay.

“Things turned out so well we have planned it indoors this year in conjunction with Sports Day Canada.”

The bike festival runs Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m at the indoor sports field at Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee St.

For more information, call Recreation Oak Bay at 250-595-7946 or visit http://oakbay.ca/parks-recreation/news/spotlight/oak-bay-community-bike-ride-and-festival.

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MP Rankin gets nod from NDPVictoria MP Murray Rankin will again fly the

banner for the New Democrats in next year’s federal election.

Rankin, 64, was officially nomi-nated by the party last weekend.

Rankin was elected MP for Vic-toria in a byelection in 2012 and was recently elected by his peers to the position of federal B.C. caucus chair.

He serves as Official Opposition Critic for Pensions and National Revenue, and has been an advocate for the expansion of pub-lic pensions and retirement security, as well as an outspoken critic of Conservative inaction on tax evasion and the use of tax havens.

Hospital charity raises $468,000Victoria Hospitals Foundation’s 24th annual

Visions gala raised more than $468,000 last week-end for health care on Vancouver Island.

The black-tie event raised funds through ticket sales, a live and silent auction, a raffle, cash donations and community sponsorships.

Visions is a major component of the foundation’s fall fundraising campaign, which this year aims to raise $725,000

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Challenging year awaits region

Andrea PeacockBlack Press

A regional sewage plan, disunity and amalgamation have ruffled a few feathers around the Capital Regional District board.

And as the board gets set to elect a new chair on Dec. 10, the new chairperson will have to find a way to bring directors together to come up with viable solutions.

Victoria Coun. Geoff Young, CRD board member, said the new chair must have an interest in solving issues at the regional level.

“It’s not appropriate for a person to become chairperson of the CRD unless they’re interested in the CRD and believe in the CRD as having a role as a regional government,” said Young, a former CRD chair.

“And of course there’s always the issue of how much should be done by individual municipalities and how much by the CRD.”

Two local mayors have expressed interest in taking on the chairperson position: Esquimalt Mayor Barb Desjardins and Oak Bay Mayor Nils Jensen.

Although they agree that CRD members will have to work together to solve regional issues, those discussions may not include amalgamation.

“That’s not necessarily a discussion that will take place at the CRD,” Jensen said. “That really is a discussion that will take place at individual communities.”

Oak Bay was the only municipality with an amalgamation question on the civic election ballot to vote against it.

“I don’t think realistically that the CRD will be a place for the discussion of amalgamation,” Young said.

“[However], there will be a lot of discussion at the CRD about ways in which the municipalities can work together.”

On the other hand, Desjardins said the CRD could be an opportune place to discuss amalgamation, potentially through a new committee.

Regarding sewage treatment, there is a clear need to come up with a solution sooner rather than later.

“The old plan has gone through its process and was not acceptable,” Desjardins said.

“We now have to come up with a solution. So everybody on the same page going forward is the important thing, and I think we can do it.”

She added that with seven new mayors in the region, there will be many new faces and new ideas at the table.

“There’s certainly new players that have a different point of view and have a lot of knowledge on sewage and how to go forward.”

Jensen said it is crucial to come up with a solution as soon as possible,

because any delays could jeopardize the grants that have been promised by the provincial and federal governments.

The province has committed $248 million, while the federal government has offered $253.4 million towards the final project cost. Any additional costs are the CRD’s responsibility.

However, the CRD is required by federal legislation to treat its sewage to a secondary or greater level by 2020, and the province has set a sewage treatment deadline of 2018.

“There’s going to be new players around the table, and we all need to listen to one another and look for a way forward that’s cost-effective and quick,” Jensen said, adding that directors need to be ready to explore all the options in a transparent and open fashion.

“Once the directors are fully informed about what the options are, I think the solution will hopefully become clear.”

Young said once there is co-operation among the municipalities regarding sewage treatment, it may still be difficult to agree on a site.

“If, for example, a plant is proposed for Victoria, I suppose a lot of people in Victoria will say ‘Why should we be treating Oak Bay sewage?’, and that’s simply the reality,” Young said.

“You might end up with a situation where nobody will agree to treat anyone else’s sewage and we end up with a plant for every municipality. I think that would be an extremely expensive outcome for the people of the region.”

New Capital Regional District board to be sworn-in Dec. 10

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Boost police budgetSo Oak Bay police will be able to

compensate for loss of the service provided by the Regional Crime Unit and dive team without increasing expenditures? If true, that is commendable efficiency. (That’s what your Nov. 14 issue effectively says.)

Of course their budget should be increased to properly protect individuals against initiation of force.

I challenge the new council to properly support police. There’s ample money in the typical municipal budget that is wasted on glitz, pet do-gooder projects and handouts to mooching organizations – that should be spent on job one of government.

Keith SketchleySaanich

TB more deadly than EbolaWhile the world watches in morbid

fascination as Ebola burns through west Africa, there’s another, more patient killer that will claim far more victims. Unlike Ebola, tuberculosis takes its victims slowly, ensuring that on average a TB sufferer infects

almost a dozen others before they are treated – or die.

Each year nine million people are newly infected with TB, a third never diagnosed. 1.4 million will die. These numbers dwarf the deaths by Ebola, the disease that has gripped the world with fear.

Ebola is a new threat and certainly needs attention. But for years now Canada has been at the forefront of helping the world rid itself of the ancient plague of TB. Canada launched TB REACH in 2009, and in its first year this program increased detection and treatment of TB up to 100 per cent in some areas. Its reach has since expanded to 145 projects in 36 countries, and millions of lives have been saved.

Canada is the sole funder of TB REACH, and the time for funding renewal is here. As we did in 2009, Canada needs to pledge another 120 million dollars over five years so that TB REACH can continue with its successful and innovative outreach programs.

Nathaniel PooleVictoria

Deer facts neededThree questions to the mayor of

Oak Bay: How many deer are you planning

to kill? How much money is this really going to cost? How often will a cull take place?

It appears the original plan has changed greatly.

Jennifer PelltierOak Bay

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Charities rely onthe holiday spirit

With November winding down and December looming large, Christmas-focused charities are ramping up their operations in preparation for the giving season.

While most of these charities and service organizations run all year long, providing valuable support in their communities, it’s at this time of

year that many shift their focus onto helping make the holiday season a little more joyous for families.

With that in mind, it’s a good time for all of us to consider how we might be able to help these “first-

world” humanitarian efforts.There are numerous places to donate, from

food banks and church hamper drives to toy and stocking stuffer drives.

One unique campaign (shoeboxproject.com/victoria.html) not specifically geared for Christmastime encourages donors to fill a shoebox with $50 worth basic toiletries and other small gifts, for women escaping violent and abusive relationships. Women often arrive at shelters and transition houses with little more than the clothes on their backs, so having some of the basic needs looked after can be a welcome gift, indeed.

The Mustard Seed Food Bank helps 7,000 people every month, making it the largest food bank on Vancouver Island.

For animal lovers, donations to the SPCA are always gratefully accepted. Another option is the Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre, which helps injured creatures regain their strength to be able to return to the wild.

And, of course, there are many regional efforts, such as the Salvation Army’s toy drive and hamper campaigns and the Santas Anonymous program overseen by CFAX radio. The Salvation Army is also collecting turkeys to serve the 500 meals prepared at the Addictions and Rehabilitation Centre on Christmas. Not everyone may feel they have the resources to give. The other option is to give your time as a volunteer.

No matter which option one chooses, the giving feels good no matter how big or small and can go a long way toward brightening the lives of those less fortunate around us.

Donations can make a large difference in so many lives

Deer pose a serious threat to residentsEarlier this month my wife and I

were driving home when we had to stop on the 100 block of Beach Drive as two very large bucks were rutting on the road and sidewalk. We had to back up and were stopped for over a minute as were vehicles coming from the other direction.

They eventually moved into one of the larger properties on the south side of Beach Drive. One of the bucks had an eye injury – the site was bleeding profusely. Good thing

there were no pedestrians present at the time. This is only one of many incidents/encounters we have had with deer in our immediate neighbourhood.

Our back garden is fenced – our only concern is personal safety for pedestrians and dog walkers. We need to proceed with the cull before someone or someone’s dog gets injured or killed and I do not believe that Oak Bay should go this alone. At the very least Saanich should

also be involved – the deer are everywhere.

Referring to the letter “Numbers don’t add up,” I believe a much cheaper solution may be available. Hire one or two licensed professional bow/crossbow hunters to eliminate the critters at night when the “Bambi Brigade” is not watching. It would likely be much cheaper and a more humane method to kill the deer.

Steen JessenOak Bay

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The latest production company in Victoria is borne of the 150th anniversary arts committee at Congregation Emanu-El Synagogue.

“I was on that committee and Zelda Dean was on that committee. … We got to know each other pretty well and she has quite a background in theatre,” said Oak Bay resident Annie Weeks. “She wanted to start a theatre company in Victoria, and she has always wanted to deal with the issue of loss in people’s lives.”

They teamed up with Lesley Wicks, and this month Dean directs the company’s first presentation – 17 Stories by playwright Caroline Russell-King, a fictional tale based on personal interviews.

“The playwright came out

here and we set up a roster of 17 people who all sat and talked about the losses they’ve had in their lives,” said Weeks, who is also the production manager. “It was a very intimate situation.”

Each interview was about an hour long. Losses ranged from pets to personal identity to the more traditional loss of a loved one.

“It’s a fictional piece created out of the ideas that came out of that. There’s 17 scenes and she’s woven together these various ideas,” Weeks said.

Each actor in the ensemble of Michael Armstrong, Michael Bell, Melissa Taylor, Christine Upright and Jessica Van der Veen (also of Oak Bay) portrays multiple characters.


When Erik Abbink heard Montreal pianist Antoine Joubert would be in the area this week, the artistic director for the Oak Bay Music Society felt he’d be a good fit for the local audience.

“We’ve been in touch the last few weeks. We talked about programming and what to play and what my audience was like and we thought he’d be a good fit,” Abbink said. “It’s the repertoire that he’s playing. The Oak Bay audiences are probably looking for more traditional repertoire.”

Oak Bay Matinée is a monthly concert series, bringing classical music performed by outstanding local, regional and national performers, presented by the Oak Bay Music Society, a registered non-profit organization. During Joubert’s performance in the series on Sunday he’ll perform works by Bach, Chopin, Liszt and Janacek.

“He’s quite accomplished for what he’s doing and he’s really busy in Montreal,” Abbink said. “We try to support people who are at the beginning of their career and trying to build their career.”

In November 2013 he won the first prize and the Superstar prize for all categories at the B.C. Piano Talent

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The concert will also be audio webcast for those unable to attend.

“It gets more people interested. There are people who would like

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Joubert performs Sunday, Nov. 30 at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary the Virgin, 1701 Elgin Rd. Tickets ($20/$15/$5) are available at Ivy’s Books, at the door and online at oakbaymusic.ca where the webcast is also available.

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17 Stories is not “verbatim” theatre, but rather a weaving together of personal experiences into a dramatic piece.

Bema Productions presents 17 Stories at the synagogue sanctuary, 1461 Blanshard St. on Nov. 29 and 30. Tickets are $10, and are available at Russell Books in Victoria, at Ivy’s Bookshop in Oak Bay and at the door.

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17 Stories is not “verbatim” theatre, but rather a weaving together of personal experiences into a dramatic piece.

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Getting your kicks on Route 66Riding the highway west along Route 66 for around 4,000 kilometres is on many people’s bucket lists.After completing the epic journey from Chicago to Santa Monica, California, I must say there were times during the 56 hours, 36 minutes of driving that I figured it might be the last item on my list!On the Nissan Altimate Rogue Trip we saw the spectacular in spades. And when the dozen journalist participants pulled up at the end of the road by the Santa Monica Pier, we shared a great sense of achievement. We all knew each other from new vehicle launch-es around the world, but this was different. This hardened, cynical bunch developed a greater camaraderie along the way and some even hugged as we gazed at the lapping waters of the Pacific.We climbed aboard the 2015 model Nissan Rogue crossovers and Altima sedans one very chilly Chicago Sunday and set out to retrace the route of this historic highway, which was decom-missioned in 1985, and replaced by the I-40 freeway. Actually, routes – plural – would be more accurate as the road, which carried hundreds of thousands seeking prosperity out west, has followed a number of paths since the late 1920s. The Mother road, as it is known, carried us through Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and finally California. For most of us, it was an adventure musically inspired by many versions of the song “Get your kicks on Route 66”.

I recall watching the TV show Route 66 in the 1960s but today tens of thousands are drawn each year to the highway by the 2006 animated movie Cars. The movie action takes place on the route, many of the fictitious locations are based on actual places, and real people inspired some of the characters.Space limitations permit just a sampling here of what we saw and did along the way. However, you can find a complete report of the journey, gallery of photographs, vid-eo links and how the vehicles fared as long-distance transportation at drivewaybc.ca. Our first contemporary culture reference came on the first day in Joliet, Illinois, where we were treated to action figures of the Blues Brothers dancing above a building close to where some of the movie action took place at the local penitentiary. The Bluesmobile was also on view, sitting atop a pole. The early part of the

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Not all the action took place on the floor of the Los Angeles auto show.

At a mansion, high in the ritzy Hollywood Hills neigh-bourhood, Lincoln hosted a classy special event to launch its Black Label edition vehicles for the well-to-do.

Black Label vehicles will come fitted with one of four designer-inspired interiors that will feature ultra-posh Ve-netian leathers, Ziricote wood and Alcantara suede. Buyers also select from an exclusive array of exterior paints and custom colours and the vehicle will come with unique trim and lighting elements that will identify it as Black Label.

“These are our busiest customers and we've got to deliver a very unique and personalized product that can reflect the innermost passions of our customers,” said Lee Jelenic, Lincoln Marketing Manager (and a native of Sudbury, Ontario). “It has to go well beyond the product and provide membership privileges that fit where they are and around their time.”

The top five per cent of existing Lincoln customers are expected to move up to Black Label, according to Jelenic. And he expects about two-thirds of Black Label customers will be conquests from other luxury brands. “It's not exclu-sive to our most expensive products” he added “and will be offered on the entire product line and through selected dealers in major metropolitan areas, who meet internally set criteria.”

A separate Black Label salon will be added to the select-ed Lincoln dealers in the program, but a buyer may never actually need to go to a dealership. A Black Label liaison representative, from the dealer, will go to the customer, at their office, home, to show them the materials, themes in the package and arrange a test drive. If legal to do so in a particular jurisdiction, even the sale contract can also be finalized, without going into the dealership.

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Black Label homes, like the one I visited in Hollywood, will feature the design themes and materials used in the vehicles and more will be set up in Dallas, Miami, New York and Michigan. In Canada, the Black Label cities are expected to be Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. Lincoln also wants to link Black Label to a cul-tural or prominent event of some kind, within each city.

Initially, Black Label will only be available on two Lincoln products, the new MKC (compact crossover) and the MKZ sedan, and it comes with about a $6,000 (US) price premi-um. The plan is eventually to have a Black Label edition of every Lincoln, as all-new vehicles are added to the product line. A Canadian version of Black Label (similar to the US) is expected to be launched about this time next year.

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By Zack Spencer

In 2003, Porsche Cars North Ameri-ca shipped a number of its shiny, new, Porsche Cayenne SUVs from head office in Atlanta to drive the Sea to Sky highway here in BC.

The day started with a long expla-nation as to why the famed sports car maker was getting into the SUV game. History often repeats and here again in 2014, Porsche shipped roughly fifty new Cayenne S and SE Hybrids to the same scenic highway. This time around there was no explanation as to why this second-generation model exists: the Cayenne currently accounts for roughly fifty present of all Porsche sales.

LooksWhen the second generation Cay-

enne came out in 2011 it was a depar-ture from the previous model. In an effort to make the new 2015 facelift look more masculine, the goal was to make the Cayenne look more planted and wider. To do this, the entire front end, including the front bumper, grille, headlights, and front fenders have a more polished look. The daytime running lights have four LED marker lights that are also mimicked in the tail lamps, plus bi-xenon lamps are now standard. The front air intakes are wider and the hood looks more integrated into the design. Around the back, the rear window spoiler, hatch, bumper and exhaust tips are all new. The lights are more sculpted, the bumper has been raised and widened and the exhaust tips now pop through the lower valance. If the goal was to

make the Cayenne more masculine, mission accomplished.

InsideWhat hasn’t changed, thankfully,

is the interior. Three minor changes include a three-point sports steering wheel as standard equipment across the entire Cayenne line that includes paddle shifters and heat. The other changes include standard navigation and a slightly more sculpted rear seat. The level of fit and finish has yet to be surpassed in this class and the logical multi-button layout looks intimidating at first but is easy to master after a few days. In many ways, the competition looks frumpy and rather dated, even after four years on the market, the Cayenne is still fresh.

Cayenne goes back to the future

DriveThe base S used

to be fitted with a V8 engine, now a smaller 3.6L V6 with two turbocharges helps to produce an extra 20hp but saves fuel. This is the same engine that is

used in the smaller Porsche Macan Turbo. Accelerating up through the mountains was a snap but the sound from the engine and interior vibration isn’t as smooth as the old V8. The second new drive system is the plug-in SE-Hybrid that can run on pure electric power up to 30kms before the supercharged Audi-derived 3.0L gasoline V6 kicks in. This model can run on the 95hp electric motor alone, for greatest efficiency, or the electric motor can be used for additional punch for spirited moves. The com-bined output is 416hp and 435 lb.-ft. of torque. This is the very first plug-in hybrid in this class of vehicle. Last year the Porsche Panamera sedan came equipped with this system and accounted for roughly 11 percent of overall sales but that was a rear wheel drive only car, this Cayenne is all wheel

drive, which should appeal to more buyers.

VerdictThe greatest challenge

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This year’s flu shot may prove less effective than usual because the dominant virus now circulating has mutated significantly in the months since the vaccine was devised.

The H3N2 strain – one of three targeted in this year’s flu vaccine – is thought to have changed its genetic makeup enough to possibly thwart the antibodies that the vaccine activates.

Dr. Danuta Skowronski, an epidemiologist with the B.C. Centre for Disease Control, is still recommending the vaccine, particularly for the elderly, the chronically ill and those with compromised immune systems.

“It’s not a perfect match,” she said. “But for the high risk, even an imperfectly matched vaccine is going to give cross protection. And for some people it could be life-saving.”

She said the H3N2 strain tends to be particularly nasty to the elderly and may bring a

deadlier flu season than usual.“We may see more hospitalizations or deaths

this year,” Skowronski said.She said it’s particularly concerning that the

flu has struck B.C. surprisingly early this season, causing outbreaks in eight seniors’ care homes.

The vaccine was formulated last February because it takes six to eight months to produce in large quantities and the H3N2 virus is thought to have since mutated while circulating in the southern hemisphere.

The vaccine also targets the influenza B and H1N1 viruses, but they’re considered less likely to cause illness this flu season.

Even in years when the vaccine is a better fit – last year’s was about 70 per cent effective against the then-dominant H1N1 strain – Skowronksi says everyone should wash their hands frequently and avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth.

People who get the flu shot often mistakenly think any illness they contract can’t be flu and sometimes fail to get appropriate treatment.

Shoppers urged to think local firstAndrea PeacockBlack Press

Greater Victoria businesses are asking the public to think local first, as the third annual Think Local Week rolls out next week.

Think Local First Victoria is an initiative consisting of Greater Victoria business owners that aims to encourage residents to shop at local businesses.

“The primary focus of Think Local Week is to educate the public on the benefits of buying local,” said Gayle Robinson, presi-dent of Think Local First Victo-ria and owner of Robinson’s Out-door Store. “When you spend 10 per cent of your money locally, 25 per cent more stays in Victoria.”

Think Local Week runs from

Dec. 1 to 7. Through promotion in all participating businesses, Rob-inson hopes to raise the profile of local businesses.

“I think Victoria has a huge appetite for supporting local businesses,” Robinson said.

Nigel Brown, vice-president of Think Local First Victoria and owner of Ruffell & Brown Window Fashions, said local businesses create a unique, competitive shopping experience in a com-munity.

“The biggest misconception is a lot of people think local inde-pendent businesses are not competitive in terms of pric-ing,” Brown said. “Not only are we competitive, but you get a lot more service and other benefits you might not get at some of the

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Think Local First will also be host-ing a social media campaign, in which it will be giving away $1,000 in gift cards throughout the week via Facebook and Twitter.

In the new year, Think Local First Victoria will be launching a new loyalty card campaign.

Think Local First has more than 165 businesses as members in Greater Victoria, 20 of which will be used as a test for the pilot project.

Shoppers will have one card that can be used at any of the participating businesses, where they will earn points on their pur-chases. Those points can then be redeemed online for products or gift cards, for example.

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The HeroWork Society is searching for charities which need renovations in 2015.

To date, HeroWork has organized $1 million worth of non-profit renovations, including the Mustard Seed and Threshold Housing Society.

“HeroWork organizes modern-day versions of old-fashioned barn raisings, called Redial Community Renovations. These are fast-paced, leadership-driven

renovation events that bring people, communities and companies together to renew non-profit infrastructure,” said Paul Latour, founder of HeroWork.

Before HeroWork can move forward with projects next year it needs to raise $50,000 with its first-ever Fund-a-Reno Campaign. HeroWork’s ability to renovate charities in 2015 hinges on this campaign.

The campaign kicks off Saturday (Nov. 29) with HeroWork’s special premiere of its documentary film, showcasing the society’s last renovation for youth-at-risk centre. The premier is

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On Dec. 1, HeroWork launches its first crowdfunding campaign.

Then on Dec 4 at 8 p.m. there will be a “by donation” airing of the documentary at the Oak Bay Gospel United Church. This is followed on Dec 5 by a concert at the Alex Goolden Hall called Thrill of Hope: an Night of Christmas Music. Put on by a collective of musicians from across the city, this concert has been coordinated through Worship Victoria.

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Vitamin C is required to manufacture healthy colla-gen, the glue that holds coronary cells together, just like mortar is needed for bricks. Lysine, like steel rods in cement, makes collagen stronger. Two-time Nobel Prize winner, Dr. Linus Pauling reported twenty-five years ago it takes a mere 10 milligrams to prevent scurvy, but several thousand to prevent heart attack.

Williams Stehbens, Professor of Anatomy at Welling-ton University in New Zealand, proved Pauling was right. Stebhens’ research showed that coronary arteries closest to the heart are under the greatest pressure. This causes collagen to fracture resulting in the formation of a blood clot and death.

Dr. Sydney Bush, an English researcher, has now proven that vitamin C can reverse atherosclerosis. Bush took retinal photographs, then started his patients on high doses of vitamin C and lysine. One year later additional pictures showed atherosclerosis had regressed in retinal arteries.

Sixteen years ago following my own coronary attack, cardiologists claimed it was sheer madness for me to refuse cholesterol-lowering drugs. Instead, I decided to take high doses of vitamin C plus lysine with breakfast and the evening meal.

I knew that Dr. Graveline, a physician and NASA astronaut, had twice developed transient global amnesia from taking cholesterol lowering drugs (CLD’s). I was also aware that patients have died from CLDs. Others have developed kidney, liver and muscle complications.

I also believed the research of Pauling and Stehbens ir-refutable. Now, the work of Dr. Bush has convinced me my decision was prudent.

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The dosage for the Medi-C Plus combination is one flat scoop mixed with water or juice with breakfast and the evening meal. Those at greater risk should take one flat scoop three times a day.

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

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Travis PatersonBlack Press

Blasting rock for the purposes of building has increased dramatically, thanks in part to advancements in technology.

Engineering companies such as Western Grater Contracting provide a number of services, and blasting is a key one.

They’re called on to blast out rock for more than just the foundations of new homes, but also for renovations and upgrades.

“Blasting for renovations or upgrades is equally as common as blasting for new houses, though it’s not often in average homeowner’s budget, unless it’s a questionably compromised (foundation) or bank,” said Western Grater project director Matt Floch.

With less undeveloped property available in 2014 than in the past, and the added value of real estate, there is a general acceptance among builders and developers to build on property that will require substantial blasting for the foundation.

“In the old days, the 1980s and ‘90s, you would avoid bedrock more often,

you didn’t want to blast if you didn’t have to. But it’s changed,” said Gerry Koutougos, a developer who partnered on the 42-unit Midtown Park condominium in Saanich.

While the soil below Midtown Park was without any substantial rock, Kougtougos has been building houses and other deveiopments on top of bedrock since the 1980s.

“These days you don’t worry about (whehter) a property is on top of rock. If you need to blast it, you blast it. The technology is so great now, yes it’s

expensive, but you can build.”

The general process of blasting is surprisingly minimal, considering the amount of blasting powder piped into the ground. Few, if any neighbours complain, as the blasts are so localized and spread apart.

“If it’s residential, close to adjacent properties, we use smaller diameter holes and are not drilling to great depths, usually between four to 10 feet,” Floch said. “So we don’t get too much of what we call ‘powder factor,’ it’s

not too many explosives at once, we connect them through safe blasting.”

Drill holes are usually about one to 1.5 inches in diameter on a three foot spacing grid. The process contains the majority of the blast energy, which retains it into the rock.

“It’s all to industry standard,” Floch said.

“No two holes are going off at the same time so it mitigates the ground vibrations, the (legal) standard is 50 millimeters per second of ground vibration.”

And of course, no

damages can be construed from blasting on adjacent structures.

Foundations can be as simple as blasting for the purposes of adding an anchor, such as in seismic upgrades.

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NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES/ TOTAL, NOVEMBER 2013

NEW LISTINGS/TOTAL, NOVEMBER 2013

ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS/ TOTAL, NOVEMBER 2013

AS OF NOV. 24/14 COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

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Blast mats can be seen frequently in areas around Greater Victoria where the ground is rich in rocky outcrops.

“These days you don’t worry about (whehter) a property is on top of rock. If you need to blast it, you blast it.”

- Gerry Koutougos

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VICTORIA83 Saghalie Road, From $276,900Daily 12-6Bosa Properties,250-382-2672

200 Douglas Street, From $319,000Saturday - Wednesday 1-4Macdonald Realty Helene Roy, 250-883-2715

204-1500 Elford Street, $309,900MLS # 342541, Saturday 12-1:30RE/MAX CamosunApril Prinz, 250-744-3301

210-1715 Richmond Avenue, $339,900MLS # 340169, Sunday 1-3Pemberton HolmesCorie Meyer, 250-384-8124

12-2669 Shelbourne Street, $398,900MLS # 342559, Saturday 3-4Royal LePage Coast Capital RealtyMark McDougall,250-588-8588

1004-225 Belleville Street, $528,000MLS 344387,Sunday 2-4Century 21Queenswood RealtyTara Hearn, 250-588-2852

102-1361 Hillside Avenue, $375,000MLS # 343524, Saturday 1-3Newport RealtySandy Berry, 250-818-8736

1018 Terrace Avenue, $754,500Saturday 1-3RE/MAX CamosunLorraine Stundon, 250-812-0642

410-55 Songhees Road, $499,000MLS # 340211, Saturday 12-1:30RE/MAX CamosunDaniel Clover, 250-507-5459

ESQUIMALT10-850 Parklands Drive, $365,000MLS # 343049,Saturday 2-4Fair Realty, Kevin Ramsay250-217-5091

14-933 Admirals Road, $399,000Saturday 1-3DFH Real Estate Ltd.Dennis Guevin250-477-7291

SAANICH EAST942 Cordova Bay Road, $799,000MLS # 340919, Sunday 2-4Newport RealtyJulie Rust, 250-385-2033

1971 Casa Marcia Crescent, $625,000MLS # 343245, Sunday 2:30-4RE/MAX CamosunDaniel Clover, 250-370-7788

1850 San Pedro, $549,900MLS # 344500, Sunday 2-4DFH Real Estate Ltd.Joanne Brodersen250-477-7291

5-4300 Stoneywood Lane, $580,000MLS # 344481, Sunday 1-3Royal LePageCoast Capital RealtySandra Govender, 250-888-3488

19-1286 Tolmie Avenue, $588,000MLS # 343078, Saturday 1-3Sutton GroupWest Coast RealtyFred Lerch, 250-889-2528

1255 Tattersall Drive, $755,000MLS 342389, Saturday 1-3Royal LePage Coast Capital RealtyRosemarie Colterman250-592-4422

SAANICH WEST5049 Prospect Lake Road, $1,288,800MLS 343517, Saturday 2-4JONESco Real Estate Inc.Ian Heath & Marilyn Ball, 250-655-7653

211-4529 WestSaanich Road, $349,900MLS 343719, Saturday & Sunday 2-4Pemberton HolmesCorie Meyer, 250-384-8124

1-707 Greenlea Drive, $539,900MLS # 343482, Sunday 1-3Macdonald RealtyJane Logan, 250-920-6868

4019 Zinnia Road,Saturday 2-4Macdonald Realty Ltd.Jason Binab, 250-355-5882

SAANICH PENINSULA1-9855 Resthaven Drive, $324,000MLS # 339329,Saturday 1-2:30Holmes Realty,Magdalin Heron250-656-0911

2-2321 Island View Road, $399,900MLS 339926, Saturday 2-4RE/MAX CamosunCraig Walters, 250-655-0608

8873 Forest Park Drive, $1,188,000MLS # 342189, Sunday 2-4JONESco Real Estate Inc.Ian Heath & Marilyn Ball,250-655-7653

7182 West Saanich RoadFriday, Saturday &Sunday 1-3, Royal LePageCoast Capital RealtyMurray Lawson, 250-477-5353

HIGHLANDS2004 Hawkins Place, $514,900MLS #342796, Sunday 2-4One Percent RealtyJim Parsons, 250-508-0739

WEST SHORE621-623 Treanor Avenue, $315,900MLS # 341915, Saturday 2-4RE/MAX Camosun, Brad MacLaren 250-727-5448

1047 BraeburnAvenue, $424,900MLS 343643, Saturday 1-3DFH Real Estate Ltd.Mike Hartshorne,250-474-6003

The Terraces atLatoria WalkFrom $639,900Thursday - Sunday 12-3Pemberton HolmesGreg Long, 250-384-8124

837 Ankathem Place, $529,900MLS # 343514, Sunday 1-3RE/MAX CamosunShirley Zailo, 250-812-0309

3455 Auburn Court, $524,900MLS 341353, Saturday 2-4RE/MAX CamosunShirley Zailo, 250-812-0309

2625 Selwyn Road, $569,900MLS # 342502,Saturday 12:30-2Sutton GroupWest Coast RealtyLinda Clark, 250-213-7194

937 Tayberry Terrace, $399,900MLS # 341729, Saturday 2:30-4Sutton GroupWest Coast RealtyGary Brown, 250-216-7625

3310 Ocean Blvd., $749,000MLS # 331017, Sunday 1-3Newport Realty, Sandy Berry, 250-818-8736

3002 Alouette Drive, $549,900MLS # 344515, Sunday 1-3DFH Real Estate Ltd.Mike Hartshorne, 250-474-6003

Heron’s Landing at Latoria CreekFrom $294,900Saturday & Sunday 1-4Pemberton Holmes, Greg Long, 250-384-8124

2655 Sooke Rd., from $199,900Saturday & Sunday 2-4RE/MAX CamosunJohn Percy, 250-508-1551

1045 Torrance Avenue, From $499,900 +GSTSaturday 2:30-4Sutton groupWest Coast RealtyLinda Clark, 250-213-7194

109-3226 Jacklin Rd., $333,900MLS # 343906, Saturday 2:30-4, RE/MAX Camosun, April Prinz, 250-744-3301

SOOKE7214 Austins Place, $699,500MLS # 343827, Sunday 2-4RE/MAX Camosun, Brad MacLaren, 250-727-5448

5577 Medberry Close, $599,000MLS # 338060, Saturday 1-3Newport RealtySandy Berry, 250-818-8736


Ask the Expert

What are some of the main matters I should be addressing when investigating Retirement Communities?

Seniors’ Edition

Linda Lord is your local Vancouver Island senior living expert. If you have any questions, or would like to chat, please contact

Linda at Berwick House, (250) 721-4062 or email her at [email protected]

A:

Q:

1. Are you looking for Bingo or serious hiking? Knowing your interests and matching them to what is being o� ered at an RC can be the di� erence between being stimulated or being bored.

2. Will I � t into a RC? Get to know your potential neighbours by visiting an RC more than once. Participate in a few activities, meals, events, and even a guest stay. Most communities are happy to host you in this way to provide an opportunity to see how you will � t in.

3. Will I be placed on a waitlist? Most RC’s have some suites available at any given time. While they may not have the ‘perfect’ suite you are looking for they usually give preference to their internal residents. Move in, go on an internal waitlist and relocate when your ‘perfect’ suite becomes available…if you still desire to do so. Waiting on an external waitlist could take months or years for ‘the perfect suite’. Do your due diligence, know what you are looking for and move while you are well and able.

4. Is there a continuum of care? RC’s vary greatly in their care services. Some residences o� er Independent Living (IL) only. � is usually includes meals (all or some) housekeeping, linen service, utilities, transportation, and recreation services. Some RC’s also o� er Assisted Living (AL) which includes IL services plus, at additional cost, services such as medication reminders or management, bathing assist, personal laundry, etc. Some RC’s o� er IL, AL and “light” Complex Care (mobile with a one person assist). It is more challenging to � nd RC’s o� ering the full range of care from IL to Extended or “heavy” Complex Care (2 person assist, heavy li� equipment and/or locked unit for anyone with wandering tendencies). Do your homework! Visit the RC’s you believe will meet your present and future needs.

Part B – continued from October


Ice Hawks tangle twice on weekend After a weekend away from league

play, the Midget A Victoria Ice Hawks are taking aim at top spot in the Tier 2 division of the Vancouver Island Amateur Hockey Association’s Island League with two games on the calendar. While currently in fourth place with a 2-1-1 record, notching four points this weekend could pull them within range of top-seeded Cowichan, currently sitting with eight points (4-1-0) and a game in hand.

Victoria takes on the Sooke Thunderbirds at 5:15 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at Oak Bay Rec Centre. On Sunday, the Oak Bay/Victoria team is on the road, taking on the sixth-place Peninsula A team at Panorama Rec Centre. The puck drops at 12:30 p.m. and Ice Hawks fans would be most welcome.

Following a weekend sweep, the VIJHL’s second-place Victoria Cougars look to keep their modest two-game win streak alive when they step onto the ice at Pearkes Rec Centre to play the Saanich Junior Braves at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28. In the second game of the home-and-home match-up, the Cougars return to their own Archie Browning barn Thursday, Dec. 4 to battle the Braves again. Game time is 7 p.m.

With another hard-fought volleyball season netting two Island championships, Oak Bay Highs powerhouse senior boys and girls teams are travelling to their respective provincial championships this week. The boys are competing at the Langley Events Centre Nov. 26 to 29 while the girls will vie for the gold medal in Cranbrook Nov. 27 to 29. Go Breakers.

In Gold-level soccer action, the Bays United Girls U18 squad visits Cowichan Valley U18 on Sunday, Nov. 30, while on the boys’ side, the Bays United U18 team hosts Saanich Fusion U17s.

The University of Victoria Vikes have a busy weekend around the region.

After tough road losses in Saskatchewan this past weekend, both the men’s and women’s basketball teams return home to host Alberta University in a two-day double-header. The women tip-off at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28 at McKinnon Gym, followed by the men at 8 p.m. Games start at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29.

UVic’s men’s field hockey team squares off against the Vancouver Hawks Saturday for a 2 p.m. home game at the UVic field hockey turf,

while the Vikes’ swim squad dives in to their last competition of the calendar year Dec. 5-7 as part of the 12th annual PCS Christmas Cracker meet. All events are taking place at Saanich Commonwealth Place.

On the rugby pitch, following a 36-36 tie against the Vancouver Rowers, the UVic men’s rugby team will take on the Castaway Wanderers Saturday. Game time is 2:30 p.m. on Wallace Field.

For the families of younger Castaways, the club hosts a Dec. 3 Coaches and Parent Mingle at the Discovery Sport Centre. All junior, mini and girls rugby parents are invited to enjoy refreshments, meet the coaches and celebrate another year of Castaway Wanderer rugby. Visit cwrugby.com for details and to RSVP. Castaways’ home games are played at Oak Bay’s Windsor and Carnarvon parks.

In youth sports, Oak Bay hockey fans can keep the season going with the Greater Victoria Minor Ball Hockey Association, which has opened registration for the coming spring season. Running late March to late June and welcoming players from across the region, the league offers recreational play for children and youth born between 1999 and 2010. Visit vmbh.ca for details.

Grade 12 student Devon Gall is an avid sports fan, athlete and former Carnarvon baseball player. Send your sports events news to [email protected].

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Maximum Views with Precision DesignLuxury home w/ breathtaking ocean & mountain views. Precision builtfeaturing a cathedral entrance, smartly designed kitchen, formalsitting/reception rm & family rm. both w. gas fp, and a gracious diningrm. Sumptuous master bed w. generous walk-in closet/dressing rm. &ensuite. Lower level offers self-contained suite & wine celler.$959,000

Baby You Can Drive My Car Amazing executive Oceanfront home features 4397 sqft of open conceptliving including 5 beds (with master suite, walk in closet, fire place &spa like en-suite). Outside offers over 1700 sqft of deck space to takeadvantage of the spectacular views, water front fire pit & patio, hot tub& plenty of space for all toys in the 5 car garage. $1,099,000

You Have Arrived Elegant and stately .72 acre Oceanfront home features Control 4 lightingwhich integrates lighting with music, shades, locks, climate control, andvideo. Enduring construction is seen in the built-in cabinetry, and darkBirch HW placed in a bright ambiance of voluminous rooms. The customkitchen is a worthy match for Jamie Oliver! The convenient locationblends all the best in life seamlessly! $1,099,999

The Balvenie Executive NEW residence on 2.5 acres. Exceptional Quality & featuringluxury finishing throughout; including gourmet kitchen, stunning Greatroom with a double sided indoor-outdoor fireplace, and separate livingareas. Huge windows, triple garage, professional landscaping, and just20 min to the capital city, with proximity to ferries, & the InternationalAirport offers the ultimate in Living! $1,350,000

Wright for Frank Newly updated contemporary Oceanfront masterpiece + dock. Archi-tecturally designed taking advantage of the spectacular private location.Floor to sky windows create a true indoor-outdoor flow. At 3200sqft it will suit most circumstances & incl In Law. Once inside themost discerning buyer will be wowed by the Artistry! $1,499,800

Escape to the CountryA magnificent Schubart designed residence surrounded by 10 acresof natural beauty. Dream kitchen: custom cabinetry, elegant design,superior appliances. 2 excellent BRs & den. The lower floor has adelightful self-contained legal suite. A separate character farm house.Unspoiled beaches, golf courses, amazing outdoors & ocean activities.Just 30-minutes drive to downtown Victoria. $1,549,000

Splendour in the GrassDutch farm house meets West Coast design on this superb scenic 5 acfarm, overlooking Elk lake. Private and picturesque this 4 bed 4 bathwith 3 wings that provide separation for the growing family. Low farmtaxes. 3 excellent multi functional farm buildings. Excellent for horsesand animals. Large veg garden, fruit trees, & fish pond. A splendidcountry property. $1,690,000

Have Your Oceanfront & Swim There Too!Rare south facing Oceanfront offers full sun and Sensational sunsets!Amazing folding wall system opens for an indoor-outdoor feel, easy accessto the beach, and your own mooring buoy. The kitchen sizzles with a covetedInduction cooktop, double-oven, and sit-up counter for guests. Unwind inthe Master suite, or paint in the airy studio. Enjoy the Sauna and relaxing hottub. This is West Coast Living at its very best. $1,698,800

Builder’s Oceanfront DreamRARE opportunity to build an Oceanfront Estate in Victoria BC. This1.24 acre lot in Margaret’s Bay offers 195.5 feet of waterfront, with180° views across Haro Strait to the San Juan Islands. Choice locationprovides a panorama of mountain and island views. The neighbourhoodis serene and private, close to UVIC and all amenities. A blank paletteto create your dream! $1,698,000

A Sea of HoneyAn esteemed, private, south facing 1.24 acre ocean front enclave. Thestunning fjord view of the Saanich Inlet captures an awe-inspiringpeaceful vista. The 4500 sq ft home is rich in potential, and ready forthe next vision. The superb location provides an exceptional oceanorientation with outstanding views of sea & sky. $1,825,000

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Brigadoon, there my Heart Forever Lies.One of the loveliest beach fronts on the Gorge waterway! This 4-levelhome oceanfront home features oak hardwood floors, an open conceptGreat room, and 2 bed extra accommodation. A glassed-in Conservatorycovers a relaxing hot tub. Walk across 1/3 Acre of English countrygardens, down to the water’s edge; launch your canoe from your 130 ftof waterfront. This private Paradise is a mere 15 mins. to Victoriacity centre. $750,000

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High & MightyBreathtaking views of Ocean, City, Gulf Islands and Mt Baker. This 5048 ft. home has a professional chef-designed kitchen. Spoil yourself: Master Bedroom with walk-in closet is next to a huge ensuite complete with a tiled shower/sauna/steam room, and an air-jetted tub. A custom curved staircase leads downstairs to large family area, bedroom with walk-in closet, bedroom/o� ce, media room/study and large library. Two large decks give 1500 ft. of outdoor enjoyment. $1,188,000

Hook Your DreamPeaceful waterfront living is incorporated into this exquisite residence with several private outdoor living areas. The � oor plan features four bedrooms plus a top of the line kitchen. Find a Romantic � replace, and elegant � nishing, views & sunrises. Enjoy luxuriating in the Spa soaker tub-shower ensuite, or gazing over the quartzite counters of your designer kitchen to the magic Blue! This is the stu� that Lakefront Boating dreams are made of. Welcome home! NEW PRICE $1,298,888

Lakefront Sleek & ChicChic and Sleek is what this LAKEFRONT Beauty is made of! IMAGINE 3482 sqft of the best of Design concepts and materials sourced world-wide for your waterfront LIFESTYLE experience. All has been thought of, from the Feng Shui wise orientation to the MODERN angles and huge windows. Built in 2010, this is worry-free living with the highest and best use of your time being RELAXATION! Your Get-away in the City is est. 15 min from great Shopping, Schools, and Restaurants, but why leave? It’s all so PERFECTLY here. $1,288,800

24 Karat GoldIf you love horses, and nature, come Live the Dream in this 4800sqftcraftsman built home in the picturesque haven of Metchosin. This3.08 acre Estate backs on to endless trails. The Kitchen is the heartof this home, with its Quartz Island, and Jenn-Air appliances. 5bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and a double garage, with games roomabove is only the beginning. Your trophy is the NEW 2,155 sqftWorkshop to hold every outdoor toy! $1,349,000

Above and BeyondA Visually Stunning Executive 5237 sq ft residence with shimmering 270 degree Ocean Seascapes from Mt. Baker to the Olympics; an architectural triumph on 3 levels. Anchored in a private enclave of superior homes ABOVE Gonzales Bay. The pillared Dining room is a subtle blend of classical Design & Grace. Luxuriate in the 800 sqft Master w. immense Walk-in, Spa Ensuite, deck, and cosy � replace. Enjoy the Media room, and possible suite below. Close to Victoria’s Finest Schools! $2,200,000

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