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Email: [email protected] 778 -352 -3535 Shelly Davis Ellen Bergerud Email: [email protected] www.ShellyDavis.ca www.RealEstateSooke.com 250 - 818 - 6441 Congrats Ellen & Shelly Top 30% of ALL Victoria Realtors! Top Real Estate Company in Canada for Sales last 4 Consecutive Years OPEN HOUSE SAT SEPT 20th 1-4pm 2394 POPLAR, in SUNRIVER RealEstateSooke.com Call Ellen Now! (250) 818-6441 Distant Views... Inving & comfortable home nestled in a private & peaceful seng on 1.26 acres on Mt. Matheson. Bright & airy living/dining room with 10’ high ceilings, loads of windows, fireplaces & French doors. A must see! VENDORS WANT IT SOLD! COMMUNITY NEWS MEDIA Black Press Wednesday, September 17, 2014 Agreement #40110541 Editorial Page 8 Entertainment Page B1 Sports/stats Page 21 32 pages in two sections MOUNTAIN HIGH Four local women conquer Mt. Kilimanjaro Page 21 Classifieds 18 • 75 ¢ Hope Centre opens Daniel Chauvin Special to the Sooke News Mirror If ‘home is where the heart is’ then the Hope Centre promises to house more than an ample supply of heart. At the open house on Tuesday, media was able to explore the grounds, check out a few of the low- income rental rooms and meet with several people involved in the project.  Upon arriving for an inside peek at Sooke’s newest rental and community centre, it was a pleasant surprised to learn that the building also houses Sooke’s first underground parking lot, strategically solving the lack of parking space in the area. The spaciousness and welcoming storefront is also a kind of home- coming for St. Vincent de Paul’s thrift store which was originally located on the current grounds. The Hope Centre is a joint project between the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Vancouver Island and the M’akola Housing Society. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) has been the prop- erty owners for over 25 years, donating the land in the venture with the M’akola Housing Soci- ety who equaled the generous donation in cash.  The two soci- eties came together to meet the highest and best use for the land and the Hope Centre is the end result of the shared vision. Angela Hudson from the SSVP quoted the international society’s mandate, “To serve in hope” as the inspiration for naming the centre.  She said the Social Concern Office which it shares with the M’akola Society will work in tandem  with com- munity agencies to provide a 1,200 square foot space for edu- cational and mixed use services. Kevin Albers, Chief Execu- tive Officer from the M’akola Group of Societies discussed the need for affordable housing for aboriginal and non-aborig- inal singles in the Sooke area. M’akola are effectively the land- lords of the Hope Centre. He emphasized that the perception of the building as a ‘half-way’ house is wrong-headed. Sooke has been identified as needing affordable rentals for tenants between 19 to 31. Residents will begin moving into the building before the end of the month. A tour of a bachelor and single rooms provided a brief glimpse into the bright and well-built rooms in the four-storey build- ing.  Over a few slices of pizza, locals expressed about their thoughts on the centre. Nata- sha Ruby, a hopeful applicant, was excited at the possibility of local affordable housing  and delighted by the possibility of living in a building with both a yoga studio and a thrift store. The yoga centre will be free for residents and the thrift store, which opens September 15, has tripled in size to 3,000 Affordable housing for youth identified as a need in Sooke Daniel Chauvin photo Charla Huber, Kaela Schramm, Kevin Albers, Jennifer Fox, and Gene Sebelius all work at the Hope Centre and were there for the first open houses held last week. Continued on page 3 Daniel Chauvin photos Make them pay The Jailathon was a fundraiser for Cops for Cancer. Jane Beddows, who headed the committee, said the event raised $10,250 to date. She said it was “unbeliev- able and overwhelming.” She said everyone who got arrested got into it and had a good time. Above, Lioness Paiton Cameron gets escorted before the “Hanging judge” Ymas B. Guilty by Cst. Martindale at the Jailathon on Saturday, Sept. 13. Laura Hooper photo Home destroyed Fire completely destroyed a log home on West Coast Road on September 11. The fire started in a burn barrel and spread to the shed and then the house. Seven fire departments responded to the blaze which caused spot fires on nearby properties. 250.642.6361 Sooke is Selling! 2013 Sooke Home Sales: 304 2014 Sooke Home Sales: 212 TAMMI DIMOCK Personal Real Estate Corp.

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Page 1: Sooke News Mirror, September 17, 2014

Email: [email protected]

778 -352 -3535 Shelly Davis Ellen Bergerud

Email: [email protected] www.ShellyDavis.ca www.RealEstateSooke.com

250 -818 -6441 Congrats Ellen & Shelly

Top 30% of ALL Victoria Realtors!

Top Real Estate Company in Canada for Sales last 4 Consecutive Years

OPEN HOUSESAT SEPT 20th 1-4pm2394 POPLAR,in SUNRIVERRealEstateSooke.comCall Ellen Now!(250) 818-6441

Distant Views...

Inviti ng & comfortablehome nestled in a private& peaceful setti ng on 1.26acres on Mt. Matheson. Bright & airy living/dining room with 10’ high ceilings, loads of windows,fi replaces & French doors.A must see!

VENDORS WANT IT SOLD!

C O M M U N I T Y N E W S M E D I A

Black PressWednesday, September 17, 2014 Agreement#40110541

Editorial Page 8

Entertainment Page B1

Sports/stats Page 21

32 pages in two sections

MOUNTAIN HIGHFour local women

conquer Mt. Kilimanjaro

Page 21

7x2.5Davis

3.125x1.2”Dimock

Classifieds 18 • 75¢

Hope Centre opensDaniel ChauvinSpecial to the Sooke News Mirror

If ‘home is where the heart is’ then the Hope Centre promises to house more than an ample supply of heart. At the open house on Tuesday, media was able to explore the grounds, check out a few of the low-income rental rooms and meet with several people involved in the project.  

Upon arriving for an inside peek at Sooke’s newest rental and community centre, it was a pleasant surprised to learn that the building also houses Sooke’s first underground parking lot, strategically solving the lack of parking space in the area. The spaciousness and welcoming storefront is also a kind of home-coming for St. Vincent de Paul’s thrift store which was originally located on the current grounds.

The Hope Centre is a joint project between the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Vancouver Island and the M’akola Housing Society.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) has been the prop-erty owners for over 25 years, donating the land in the venture with the M’akola Housing Soci-ety who equaled the generous donation in cash.  The two soci-eties came together to meet the highest and best use for the land and the Hope Centre is the end result of the shared vision.

Angela Hudson from the SSVP quoted the international society’s mandate, “To serve in hope” as the inspiration for naming the centre.  She said the Social Concern Office which it

shares with the M’akola Society will work in tandem  with com-munity agencies to provide a 1,200 square foot space for edu-cational and mixed use services.

Kevin Albers, Chief Execu-tive Officer from the M’akola Group of Societies discussed the need for affordable housing for aboriginal and non-aborig-inal singles in the Sooke area. M’akola are effectively the land-lords of the Hope Centre. He emphasized that the perception of the building as a ‘half-way’ house is wrong-headed. Sooke has been identified as needing affordable rentals for tenants between 19 to 31.

Residents will begin moving into the building before the end

of the month.A tour of a bachelor and single

rooms provided a brief glimpse into the bright and well-built rooms in the four-storey build-ing.

  Over a few slices of pizza, locals expressed about their thoughts on the centre. Nata-sha Ruby, a hopeful applicant, was excited at the possibility of local affordable housing  and delighted by the possibility of living in a building with both a yoga studio and a thrift store.

The yoga centre will be free for residents and the thrift store, which opens September 15, has tripled in size to 3,000

Affordable housing for youth identified as a need in Sooke

Daniel Chauvin photo

Charla Huber, Kaela Schramm, Kevin Albers, Jennifer Fox, and Gene Sebelius all work at the Hope Centre and were there for the first open houses held last week.

Continued on page 3

Daniel Chauvin photos

Make them payThe Jailathon was a fundraiser for Cops for Cancer. Jane Beddows, who headed the committee, said the event raised $10,250 to date. She said it was “unbeliev-able and overwhelming.” She said everyone who got arrested got into it and had a good time. Above, Lioness Paiton Cameron gets escorted before the “Hanging judge” Ymas B. Guilty by Cst. Martindale at the Jailathon on Saturday, Sept. 13.

Laura Hooper photo

Home destroyedFire completely destroyed a log home on West Coast Road on September 11. The fire started in a burn barrel and spread to the shed and then the house. Seven fire departments responded to the blaze which caused spot fires on nearby properties.

250.642.6361

Sooke is Selling!2013 Sooke Home Sales: 3042014 Sooke Home Sales: 212

TAMMI DIMOCKPersonal Real Estate Corp.

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Pirjo RaitsSooke News Mirror

Sooke is one of those places where food and art intertwine pretty easily. With that in mind, the Sooke Region Food CHI Society is holding a Food Art Apple Fest on Septem-ber 28.

The idea is for artists to create a food-related art piece inspired by something edible from the Sunriver Commu-nity Gardens. There is also space for vendors selling locally made products and a pie auc-tion.

Artists are encour-aged to come down to the garden and get inspired by all of the vegetables, flowers, fruit and people who grow things. Plein air painters can come and set up their easels and enjoy the colours, tex-tures and atmosphere at the community gar-den.

Weavers can be inspired by the colours and photographers can be just plain inspired. Any medium of art is acceptable although the price of the piece cannot exceed $100.

As this is a fund-raiser, 30 per cent of the price will go to the society for the orchard fund at the community garden.

“It’s a harvest cel-ebration,” said Phoebe Dunbar, “it’s a celebra-tion of the orchard.”

The apple fest is replacing the annual harvest dinner which was held at the garden.

“Everyone loved the harvest feast but there was no budget for tents in case of rain,” said Dunbar.

The vendors can sell anything related to the harvest and they are not limited to apples. Examples are items such as fruit leathers, jams, jellies, chutneys, and butters. Space is limited to 18 ven-dors and they need to bring their own set up (tables/chair, cash). Priority will be given to Sooke region ven-dors first, so early reg-istration is encouraged. Nancy Bennett will be handling that aspect of the Apple Fest. She can

be reached through email at: [email protected]. The deadline for vendor applications is Monday, Sept. 22.

Local chanteuse Marjorie Baskerville is taking charge of the pie auction. People are asked to bring a pie as admission to the event.

“It’s the community celebrating the har-vest,” said Baskerville. “I love the idea.”

If you can’t bring a pie, bring a donation to the Sooke Food Bank.

The whole event is

about having some fun around food, art and pies and as Basker-ville said, “There are so many creative people in this community.”

The event takes place from 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday, September 28, rain or shine. The Sun-river Community Gar-den is located at 2380 Phillips Road.

For more information contact: [email protected].

Pirjo Raits photo

Phoebe Dunbar, left, and Marjorie Baskerville are helping organize the first Apple Fest at the Sunriver Community Garden on September 28.

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LOVE SINGING?

Come and join the Sooke Community Choir, a non-auditioned, secular choir of people from Sooke.

Come try out on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Holy trinity, 1962 murray rd.

REGISTER TO VOTE

advanCe voter regiStration closed Sept. 23 for jdF residents.

CHAMBER GOLF TOURNEY

it’S never too late. get in on the fun and sign up for the annual Sooke region Chamber of Commerce golf tournament at demamiel Creek golf Course.

BBQ lunCH at noon and a gourmet bbq dinner. Shotgun start at 1 p.m. Call the chamber to play, sponsor or donate 250-642-6112.

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this Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. Come out and enjoy a coffee and listen to Cadboro.

square feet allowing an expanded drop-off and on-site sorting area.

Not everyone agrees with this sentiment. Trevor Hinch, the tech support for the build-ing believes the rent is too low.

“It’s too good of a deal,” he said.  “The low rent will exclude people in the area who can afford higher rent that are looking for such a high quality room... it’s not fair for everyone.” He added the centre was also looking to have free wireless sup-port in the building but as of now the suites all

include the option of individual hook-ups.

Amy Rubidge from Ahimsa Yoga and Well-ness feels that fear, a default emotion in many people, was keep-ing them from embrac-ing the higher good that the Hope Centre would bring to the com-munity.  

“People fear the unknown,” she said.  “It is education that brings light to the dark heart. Hope is beautiful. It starts with a sense of belonging and it begins in our own bodies’ sense of well-being,” she concluded.

Her friend Chantal Ettles agreed.  

“Hope is what starts a fire in the heart.

The heart doesn’t just want to survive, it wants to thrive. It begins in hope.”

 Daniel Chauvin photo

Natasha Ruby has applied to rent an afford-able unit at the Hope Centre. The bright new suites will be available to young adults who are desperately in need of affordable housing.

Cont’d from page 1 UpSooke

Thumbs Up

to everyone WHo raised their bail money for the jailathon. great job!

Pearson announces then cancels run for

Sooke mayor

Pirjo RaitsSooke News Mirror

Kevin Pearson had made the decision to run for Mayor of Sooke in the upcoming November 15 munici-pal election because he believed he had the right skills and experi-ence to move Sooke forward.

But on Monday, Sep-tember 15 he pulled out of that race and will instead be running for another term as coun-cillor.

“Due to personal commitments and an evaluation of my family,

life and career balance I decided to remove my intent to run for mayor.”

Pearson served on Sooke council for three years. He was elected in 2011 and led the polls for council with 1,868 votes.

“I am proud of the fact that on the current council we focused on our priorities and as a team we were able to deliver on most of those. This was evident by the majority of all motions being passed unanimously, with robust opinions and thoughts from around the council we were able to often improve the motions by concen-sus.”

He thanked all of his supporters who encouraged him in his bid for the mayor’s chair.

With Pearson announcing his intent not to run for mayor, that leaves Councillors Maja Tait and Herb Hal-dane in the running. Councillor Kerrie Reay is also seeking re-elec-tion.

Pirjo Raits photo

Kevin Pearson

Artificial turf field planned for SookePirjo RaitsSooke News Mirror

Juan de Fuca Electoral Area Director Mike Hicks will be bringing forward an item at the Electoral Area Services Commit-tee on Thursday that might see a new artificial turf playing field in Sooke.

Hicks wants to use one year’s gas tax funding to help pay for the artificial turf field at Fred Milne Park. Hicks is looking to use $300,000 towards the esti-mated $1-million cost of the field.

“The whole thing is subject to the District of Sooke, service clubs and sports organizations getting together to raise the other $700,000,” said Hicks.

“I’ve spoken to the Sooke Com-munity Association and they are excited about putting it on their property.”

Hicks said his constituents should know that he has saved more than $350,000 from last year’s gas tax allocation.

“I feel very comfortable that my constituents will support me and the children of the Juan de Fuca and Sooke. I’m happy to take the leadership role and get it done. It’s a pretty neat thing,” said Hicks.

For the past seven months Hicks has been meeting with the community association, SEAPARC manager Steve Knoke, school trustees and Sooke Mayor Wendal Milne.

The item will need to go before the EAS committee and then before the board of the Capital Regional District in October.

There has been an ongoing issue with the playing fields in Sooke and the cancelled games because of the inability to use the fields when it rains.

“We won’t miss much of the season because of rain,” said Hicks. “This is wonderful for Juan de Fuca and Sooke.

The offer would stand for five years and the artificial turf field could be it place by the end of 2019 if everything goes through as envisioned. SEAPARC will facilitate the project.

Did You Know? Prices have adjusted in Sooke over the past few years. We have wonderful deals on hous-es priced from $300,000-$380,000. If you start looking in the Colwood and Langford area at similar priced homes… Oh my goodness it is an eye opener. Old houses that are in terrible shape or newer small homes on very small lots with no privacy. What does Sooke have to offer? A great lifestyle (outdoors, parks and beach-es), larger lots and some in-credibly priced homes.

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Pizzas 325-450g .........................2/800

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B.C. Transit Bus Passes, Lottery Centre, Gift Certificates and Canada Postage Stamps • We reserve the right to limit quantities • Proud member of Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce

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Check out all our Grocery Specials in our Instore Flyer!

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Quiche .................................................699Hearth

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Activia Yogurt650g ...........................299

Rice DreamBeverage946mL ............................

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B.C. Grown Red, Yellow or Orange

Peppers 4.37/kg ....................................................198

Hunt's

TomatoSauce680mL ..................

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SaladDressings250mL .........................199

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Bread600g ...........................

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Chicken Breast 6 pack................................................................169

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Curator’s Corner: Travelling ExhibitTo honour their

90th anniver-sary, the Shir-

ley Women’s Institute (SWI) has partnered with the Sooke Region Museum to develop a travelling exhibit. The SWI, founded in 1924 by eight women, was the first organization in the small rural com-munity of Shirley. Their first meeting was on October 24, 1924 at the Shirley School House, which no longer exists. Since its commence-ment, the institute’s goals have been to help improve the rural com-munity and to increase the independence and self-sufficiency of its members.

While the institute is a small organization, it has made some out-standing accomplish-ments. For example, the SWI took on issues such as improving road conditions and access to modern services like telephones and elec-tricity. One of the SWI’s most prominent under-takings was its involve-ment in the prevention of combining Thanks-giving and Remem-brance (Armistice) Day into one holiday. At the October 7, 1926 meet-ing the SWI adopted the following resolu-tion: “Moved by Mrs. Edwin Clark, seconded by Mrs. H.J. Kirby that-Whereas the true signif-icance of Armistice Day and Thanksgiving Day is lost by being com-bined in one holiday, and whereas November 11th should be kept as a holiday in honour and memory of those who made the Armistice possible, therefore be it resolved to ask wom-en’s and other organi-zations to take steps to

induce the Federal Gov-ernment to have Armi-stice Day Nov. 11th pro-claimed a public holi-day.” The proposal had immense support and the combined holiday was prevented. The organization has also been widely recognized for their fundraising efforts.

 In 2011, the institute had a revival after it nearly faced extinction due to the fact that its members were growing older and they found it difficult to keep it running. Thankfully, a few resident women, including current Presi-dent Stephanie Croft, took steps towards reviving the institute. In 2011 they started with eight members, just as in 1924, and member-ship continues to grow. While their values and goals have remained the same as they were 90 years ago, younger generations are becom-ing more interested in living rural lifestyles. Thus, current member-ship ages range from their 20s to their 80s,

which is uncommon for a Women’s Institute. To support and encour-age their values, the SWI offers a variety of workshops for women wanting to learn about topics such as produc-ing and preparing their own food, harvesting, canning, and making handicrafts.

The travelling exhibit has two portions. The first portion is a tri-fold presentation board (3’6” W x 2’4” H) that was designed in house using the program Microsoft Publisher and then sent out for printing on foam core. The tri-fold design is ideal for displaying at meetings and craft fairs. The content on the board includes information about the SWI’s origin, values and revival. It also includes pictures and docu-ments such as the insti-tute’s 1924 certificate of incorporation.

The second portion of the traveling exhibit is a briefcase filled with replicated docu-ments, letters and pic-

tures. The briefcase was donated to the museum by the SWI on September 25, 2013 and has been repurposed for this exhibit. The briefcase’s handle was falling off, so the muse-um’s exhibit tech stabi-lized it and the interior was cleaned. Neverthe-less, it has some visible wear and tear. The rep-licated contents in the briefcase are intended to be picked up and handled. Some of the most exciting materials inside are duplicated letters sent to the SWI from World War II ser-vice men. To recreate these letters they were scanned, printed and dyed in tea to give them an aged and crinkled effect. The briefcase will be a great learning tool for people inter-ested in the history of the organization.

In addition to the travelling exhibit, the institute requested to have artifact 1979.100.001 repro-duced. This artifact is a framed collection of pictures showing 13

original members of the SWI. The reproduction will hang in the Shirley Community Hall. The 13 photographs are also included on the tri-fold presentation board.

To celebrate the SWI’s 90th anniversary, a tree planting cer-emony will be held in Pioneer Park outside the Shirley Community Hall at 1:00 on Sunday September 21. The event is casual and will include tea and baked goods. Additionally, a plaque will be pre-sented and the travel-ling exhibit will be on display in the hall. All inquiries about the SWI, events and member-ship can be answered by President Stephanie Croft ([email protected]).

Brianna Sham-brook

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Manager Sooke Region Museum

Brianna Shambrook photo

On the left is the travelling briefcase and some of its contents. The briefcase also holds a WI plate, tablecloth, canvas bag, and books. On the right are the recreated WWII letters.

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Timber giants, the men and the Douglas firCharlie Sorenson

and Ted Cathels were contract loggers who arrived at Jordan River at the very heyday of harvesting the tall tim-bers. This photo, c1920 shows the two men tak-ing a lounging stance for the photographer, while no doubt calcu-lating the board feet to be harvested within their reach.

In 1919 an American syndicate took over the logging interests that had established them-selves at Jordan River, and called themselves Canadian Puget Sound Lumber and Timber Company Ltd. Among CPS’s contract loggers were the Cathels and Sorenson partners. The two established a camp at the river that employed 70 men on one side operat-ing a high-lead system and six Washington Ironworks steam don-keys. While they also harvested spruce and hemlock, the bulk of their cut was Douglas fir.

They were able to cut 60,000 board feet of tim-ber a day. A quote from Western Timberman, July 1921 says “the tim-ber was very large, run-

ning up to about 5,000 board feet to the log in fir and spruce, and of excellent quality.” Logging west of Jor-dan River, the partners used a log chute and a 1,200 foot tightline to bring the logs down to tidewater, according to a long-ago interview with Shirley oldtimer Ivan French.

The partners also operated a saw mill which had the capacity to mill 35,000 board feet a day. One of the mar-kets for the mill’s lum-ber was supplying the manufacturers of wag-ons and agricultural machinery. Manage-ment changes at Jordan River led the partners to move further up the

coast to Port Renfrew where they established a rail logging operation. The track ran from Beach Camp as far as Granite Creek and even-tually ran a total of 15 miles.

At Fairy Lake in the San Juan valley, Cathels and Sorenson logged a stand of giant spruce. The partners even-tually operated four steam locomotives on the line, a Baldwin and three Shays, up until the depression began a decline in the market by the early 1930s.

Visitors and resi-dents alike enjoy seeing the big trees when they have an opportunity to view a forest giant, but in our lifetimes we’ll never see the stands that graced the rain-forest in the days of Cathels and Sorenson. Thankful we are, that in the early 1970s BC For-est Products superin-tendent Bob Robertson saved the world-record Red Creek Fir at Port Renfrew, a legacy that still stands.

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Ballot question will be meaningless

We all know we are entering the silly season as the municipal election is just months away and politicians wanting to get re-elected will go out of their way to please all and stay away from any controversy.

Here is the latest example of the silly season at work.

Sooke council has voted unanimously to put the question: “Should Sooke join other municipalities in renewing and restating its opposition to the expansion of oil tanker traffic through coastal BC waters?” on the local ballot for November 15.

Our council, through the mayor, had already sent in notification to Peter Kent, the Minister of the Environment and Prime Minister Stephen Harper in January 2012, that it does not support more tanker traffic in the Strait of Juan de Fuca, which is appropriate. But to duplicate a statement which has already been made and put it on the ballot at a cost of between $6,000 and $9,000, which the taxpayers of Sooke will pay, to appease a small vocal group, is meaningless. We assume council knew before they voted in support what the cost would be. And the ballot question regarding a multi-use community centre is just about as pointless. It’s not about borrowing money anymore, it’s now about working with the community to get a building. Both are non-binding and a waste of taxpayer’s money.

We are sure that money could easily have been spent on sidewalks, a seniors’ center, downtown beautification or any of the multitude of things that have come before council over the past three years that would have benefited all or many residents of Sooke.

The silly season be damned let’s keep common sense in our heads and our wallets in our pockets until after the election.

FEATURE LETTER

 I was saddened to read your edi-torial condemning my transfer sta-tion on Idlemore Road. Your state-ment, “the point is, this business is operating illegally under our bylaws without having gone through the proper process,” has unfairly hurt my reputation which I hope you will allow me to defend.

After Sooke Disposal shut down their transfer station, I met with Alpine Recycling with the hope of teaming up and providing Sooke with an open, clean, accessible transfer station to handle all of the area’s recyclables. We now have two employees, a terrific facility and are successfully handling and transfer-ring via Alpine everything and any-thing that Sooke residents bring. In addition to batteries, steel, glass, paint and plastic, we found it neces-sary to transfer garbage. In antici-pation of a food scrap ban at Hart-

land Landfill this coming January, we were planning to transfer even garbage (food scraps) in response to public demands.

There has not been an issue, to my knowledge, in regards to noise or odor. The issue seems to be around zoning and process. We are zoned M2 which allows for a recy-cling depot but not a garbage dump. It is suggested that we rezone to M3 which would give us a permitted use of “Waste management and recy-cling.” Neither M2 or M3 specifically allows a transfer station.

I was born and raised in Sooke and started my sawmill on Idlemore approximately 30 years ago, most likely before the District of Sooke zoning. My property has always been M2 zoned even though M2 zon-ing does not allow a sawmill. I have been too busy working to study my zoning and you can imagine my

surprise when I found that I should have been zoned M3 all along and the CRD and District of Sooke made the initial mistake years ago.

The mayor and council have sent this issue to public hearing, which I will not be attending. I have no wish to break the law or be condemned in the newspaper or public. I am of the belief that my transfer station is covered under my zoning and my property is not a garbage dump as prohibited in the zoning. The pro-cess, which you have stated is non-existent, is in fact happening.

I simply want to offer a necessary service to my Sooke community, fill a need, employ a few people and maybe one day make a dollar profit from this fledgling enterprise. Thank you for allowing me to respond to your editorial.

Dale ArdenSooke

Responding to editorial on WTS

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Illegal fishing practice

Being an avid fisher-man I have noticed a very disturbing trend taking place each year at and around Billings Spit during the salmon spawning run.

A certain group of individuals are “fish-ing” in such a manner as to promote snagging or foul hooking fish on their way to the river. The method is quite simple, as soon as a fish is spotted either finning or jumping they cast to it using a buzz bomb lure that has very little water resistance. As it is cranked through the water at high speed with the hopes of snag-ging or flossing the fish. When approached these people simply say that everything they are doing is legal. They have a single barbless hook and say they are reeling fast because the water is shallow and they don’t want to hang up on the bottom.

While the argument would seem to be legal the intent is anything but. On my last trip to the spit I personally saw six foul hooked fish caught and killed. This spectacle takes place usually on a daily basis throughout the three month period beginning in Septem-ber. Initially there was only two or three peo-ple doing this, how-ever because of their success the ranks are swelling and with no enforcement from DOF. They are becom-ing emboldened and

now laugh at anything anyone says to them, teaching their kids to fish the same.

My questions are; Why no enforcement? Why is an illegal activ-ity becoming the norm? How long can the fish-ery withstand this abuse?

We all know that the answer is very simple. Regulations should be passed to make it illegal to retain foul hooked fish in the river or estu-ary of the Sooke River.

Recently the locals in Port Renfrew, who are sickened by this practice, erected a sign on their bridge saying “Snaggers Go Home.” The sign was removed by a resident of the Sooke area who said it was “offensive.” With the millions of dollars garnered from the sale of fishing licenses, envi-ronmental fees, boat safety programs, etc., you would think at least a bit of it would go back into enforcing the laws to protect this precious resource.

 Don CroweSooke

Society doing its job

Regarding the recent letter to the editor con-cerning Flea Beach in Shirley. 

We live a short walk  from this area. We are pleased that the Sher-ingham Point Light-house Society has vol-

unteered to preserve and be the caretakers for this land.

The society reached out to the community and asked how to care for the small beach area after they received per-

mission from the Minis-try of Transportation to be the caretakers when the local parks commis-sion refused.  The con-sultation was extensive and many participated. 

Almost all the opin-

ions came back to keep the area pretty much just as it is, plus improv-ing the access road, the drainage and insuring the plants and trees were not cut and the ecosystem restored.

The society is going to do just that - how-ever it takes a bit more time when things are

We asked: What could be done to improve transit in and out of Sooke?

I don’t have a problem with it. It’s been a long time since I’ve used it and there is starting to be better service to the area.

Kathy FortuneLangford

That’s easy to answer. We need a double-decker on every route.

This one was over-crowded (2:20 p.m.) and they should know

better. I gave up my seat to an elderly person.

Bob ReidSooke

I don't use it that often - it's fine.

George GibsonSooke

I don’t come to Sooke that often.

Summer HellerLangford

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done correctly, which include consultations and approvals from the Ministry.

The Society is to be congratulated for tak-ing on this project for the community.

 John and Jill Foweraker

Shirley

Bylaw violations cited

Choosing how to mark a ballot in the upcoming munici-pal elections  became clearer at the Septem-ber 8 meeting of Sooke council. The solution is to simply ignore the names Bev Berger (if she chooses to run), Herb Haldane, Rick Kasper, and Kevin Pearson. These four members of the cur-rent council continue to vote in favour of an illegal activity, and in clear violation of Sooke Zoning Bylaw 600, in the matter of the trans-fer station on Idlemore Road.

The issue is not whether Sooke needs such a facility, or whether the Idlemore site is the appro-priate place for the facility. The issue is entirely the fact that these four members of Sooke council have no respect for the rule of law, that they are pre-pared to put the entire governance power of our community in jeop-ardy, and that they will do whatever is needed to get the result they favour.

We have heard a litany of nonsensical reasons in support of their votes. Councillors Pearson and Berger tell us they are confused; that there are insuf-ficient definitions in the Zoning Bylaw; that the Bylaw needs to be cleaned up; that it tells what is allowed, but not what is not allowed.  At the top of this list, is a gem from Councillor Berger, wherein she states her belief that if the earlier motion is rescinded as per the direction from Mayor Milne, ‘we will never clean up the Bylaw.’  I leave the depth of that thought for evalua-tion by others. Critical thinkers should be able to discern, that where permitted uses are stated, all others uses are not permitted!

While Councillor Kasper was absent from the meeting, (per-haps he was ill), he has

previously voted in favour, and was instru-mental as acting mayor, in getting the issue onto a February agenda in the absence of Mayor Milne. Councillor Hal-dane continues to rail on the ambiguity of the zoning bylaw, and stated his concern that it allows and disallows things throughout. Once again, the depth of that thought rests with the reader.

The most serious matter is, of course, the vote in conflict with a district bylaw.  It sets a precedent, and ties the hands of a govern-ing body to do the job they were elected to do.  Why should any-one go through the required process, pay the required fees, and receive approval in an orderly manner, when they can simply find enough votes at the table to do whatever they wish. Anarchy anyone?

Clearly these are four councillors who either do not respect the rule of law, or are prepared to vote when they admittedly are con-fused, or as Councillor

Berger stated ‘I don’t care how we get to the decision.’  Aren’t videos wonderful. Remember that two of these coun-cillors are aiming at the mayor’s chair.

 Value your vote! Gail Hall

Sooke

Sooke is friendly

To all the wonderful people of Sooke.

I thank you for all your big heart wishes, warm greetings, hugs for comfort including for Archie. This makes us feel comforted to know so many people do care about the long term resident in this community.

Many have been wondering about see-ing me without Archie, my partner in love and friendship, shopping in the village. I want to let everyone know Archie is reasonably well living in Ross Place, a senior living home in Victoria. Sadly, while in hospital Archie received an evic-tion notice from the strata manager where he was renting advising

him he would need to vacate his home of 30 plus years on Kaltasin Road by July 31. His family had to quickly disperse his life trea-sures, memorabilia and belongings in a very short time.

So you know he did not forget the friendly residents of Sooke. He’s always happy to hear about each and every one of the friends he made over the years. Continually asks about every staff member at Western Foods and local shop employees. He misses his weekly shopping, coffee and reminiscing in the vil-lage.

And, I miss him too.Alice Holm

Sooke

Kids need to be in school

The poor kids are the ones that are losing. These teachers knew what kind of job they were getting into when they got their jobs as teachers.

If it was up to me I would fire them all and force them back to

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Fax: 250-642-0541email: [email protected]

website: www.sooke.ca

This schedule is subject to change. Please call 250-642-1634 to confirm meetings.

Council meeting agendas may be viewed at www.sooke.ca

Mayor’s Public Advisory PanelsThe public is invited to attend the Mayor’s Public Advisory Panel

meetings at the Prestige Resort Meeting Room:

- Economic Development - 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm

- Arts and Beautification - 4th Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm

Upcoming Public Meetings Emergency Planning CommitteeTuesday, September 23, 2014 at 9:00 am

What’s New The District of Sooke website at www.sooke.ca

has information about your community – including:

• 2014 Local Government Election • Category B Community Grant Application

deadline is September 30, 2014

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White or BrownRice

4492 kg

Lea & Perrins

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199142 mL

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Jalapeno or Serrano

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OlafsonOriginal or Whole Wheat

Tortillas8-10's .........................279

Maxwell HouseCafe International

Coffee125-283g

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Kraft

Dinner Cups

58g ..............................109

Bakers

ChocolateChips300g .........................279

Alley Cat Dry

Cat Food

2 kg .............................369

Sunlight Liquid Lemon

DishwashingDetergent950 mL ........................299

Old El Paso

Seasoning Mix 35g All Varieties ........89¢

Dempster's12 Grain or Apple Pie

Bagels6's .........................

2/500

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Stoned WheatThins600g ..........................359

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Pepperidge Farms

Gold� sh Crackers168-200g

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Nutty Chia FlaxCereal292g ...........................349

Purex Double Roll

BathroomTissue12's .............................699

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Taco Shells

125-133g ................99¢

Ken L Ration

Kibbles & BitsDog Food1.8 kg .........................489

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Kraft Pourable

Salad Dressing250 mLAll Varieties ...........

2/400

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85g All Varieties .......4/100

Kellogg's

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400g ............................299

Unico Whole or Sliced

Pitted BlackOlives200 mL ........................99¢

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Grape Jelly

500 mL ........................279

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Campbell's Chicken or Celery

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1L ............................89¢

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Raisins .........................99¢

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69¢

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69¢

California

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69¢B.C. Grown

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49¢

California

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2/500

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2/800

All Varieties

PepsiCola3/1000

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SportsDrinks5/500

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ParmesanCheese

649

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PotatoChips

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Harvest Applewood or Regular

SlicedBacon500g................................899

Grimm's

SmokiesBacon & Cheddar,Jalapeno Cheese or Bavarian450g ....................................549

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6.59/kg ..................................299

Dare

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Heinz

SqueezeKetchup

2/500 2/600

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White or BrownRice

4492 kg

Lea & Perrins

WorchestershireSauce

199142 mL

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ChickenLegs4.83/kg .................................219

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StewingBeef11.00/kg ..................................499

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/lb399

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CookedShrimp

699

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Jalapeno or Serrano

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89¢

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Tortillas8-10's .........................279

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Coffee125-283g

All Varieties ...................349

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58g ..............................109

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ChocolateChips300g .........................279

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2 kg .............................369

Sunlight Liquid Lemon

DishwashingDetergent950 mL ........................299

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Seasoning Mix 35g All Varieties ........89¢

Dempster's12 Grain or Apple Pie

Bagels6's .........................

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Stoned WheatThins600g ..........................359

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AluminumFoil18"x25' ........................399

Pepperidge Farms

Gold� sh Crackers168-200g

Selected Varieties ........229

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Nutty Chia FlaxCereal292g ...........................349

Purex Double Roll

BathroomTissue12's .............................699

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Taco Shells

125-133g ................99¢

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Kibbles & BitsDog Food1.8 kg .........................489

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PaperTowels2's ...............................229

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Instant Noodles

85g All Varieties .......4/100

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400g ............................299

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/100g

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Raisins .........................99¢

/100g

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Open 7 Days a Week7:30 am to 10:00 pm

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Rally for the BCTFOpposition Leader John Horgan spoke to the Sooke Teachers Association on September 12. Shown as

well is federal MP Randall Garrison waiting to speak.The disagreement between the province and the over 40,000 teachers over pay, classroom composi-

tion and class size is having a unifying effect. The message of the local BCTF rally at Belmont secondary school Friday afternoon was simple, say goodbye to the contentious E80 clause which deals with class size and composition and get back to work.

Ian Johnson the president of District 62 teachers association said, “We would like to see them make a deal this weekend and get back to the classroom Monday, barring that, binding arbitration but prefer-ably a mediated settlement and if Vince Ready can pull that off more power to him.” Education minister Peter Fassbender said he was not surprised to learn 99 per cent of teachers voted in favour of binding arbitration to end the ongoing dispute.

Capital Regional District Notice of Nomination for the Election of Nominees to East Sooke, Malahat, Otter Point, Port Renfrew, Shirley/Jordan River & Willis Point Advisory Planning CommissionsPublic notice is hereby given to electors in the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area that nominations for the election of nominees to the East Sooke, Malahat, Otter Point, Port Renfrew, Shirley/Jordan River and Willis Point Advisory Planning Commissions (as shown on the map below), for consideration for appointment by the Regional Board, will be received by a person designated by the Chief Election Officer at the Capital Regional District (CRD), Legislative and Information Services, 5th floor, 625 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC, between the hours of 9am on Tuesday, September 30, 2014 and 4pm on Friday, October 10, 2014, excluding statutory holidays.Should anyone wish to file nomination documents other than during regular office hours, 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday – Friday, arrangements may be made beforehand by calling the Chief Election Officer at 250.472.0059.

Five members to each of the East Sooke, Malahat, Otter Point, Port Renfrew, Shirley/Jordan River and Willis Point Advisory Planning Commissions will serve as members from the time of appointment by the Regional Board until December 31, 2018. Please note that this is now a four (4) year term. The mode of nomination of candidates shall be as follows: Candidates shall be Residents of the respective Commission areas nominated in writing by two duly qualified electors of the said area. The nomination documents shall be in the form

prescribed in the Local Government Act and shall state the name and residence of the person nominated in such a manner as to sufficiently identify such candidate. The nomination documents shall be subscribed to by the candidate. No Juan de Fuca Land Use Committee member is eligible to be appointed as a member of an Advisory Planning Commission in the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area. Copies of all forms are available at the following CRD offices: • Legislative and Information Services, 625 Fisgard St., Victoria, BC, Tel. 250.360.3127, or toll free

1-800-663-4425, local 3127 for Port Renfrew residents• Juan de Fuca Planning & Building Inspection, #3 – 7450 Butler Road, Sooke, BC, Tel. 250.642.1500• or by calling the Chief Election Officer at 250.472.0059. If more than five persons are nominated, in each of the six Commission areas listed above, at the end of the nomination period at 4 pm on Friday, October 10, 2014, an Election by Voting shall be held on Saturday, November 15, 2014, between the hours of 8am and 8pm. Those persons eligible to vote at the election will be the electors, as defined under the Local Government Act, of the respective Commission areas.

Dated this 10th day of September 2014 Thomas F. Moore Chief Election Officer

OPEN HOUSESeptember 20 from 3-7

Introducing the Sooke Therapeutic

Yoga Society

Visit sookeyoga.com for info6750 West Coast Rd. • 250 642 9642

Join us forLive Music, Food Tastings and

Tour the Hope Centre

St. Vincent de Paul

New/Old Retail Location of St. Vincent de Paul reopening

at 6750 Sooke Road on Monday, September 15th

Find anything from clothes, household items, electronics including TV’s and game consoles,

to furniture, antique merchandise,and hundred year old literature!

We accept donationsat our new locations.

Call for more information.

250-642-7846Call for more information.

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Daniel Chauvin photo

Sooke’s turkey

arrested

The turkey mascot (Francis Louvat) at Sea of Bloom was arrested on Saturday, Sept. 13 and thrown in jail.

A Jailathon was held to raise funds for Cops for Cancer. Many Sooke residents were served with warrants and spent time in jail until they raised their bail money.

It turned out to be a fun event for everyone and showed Sooke’s generosity and sense of humour.

Celebrate National Forest WeekSeptember 21-27, 2014

It’s National Forest Week, a time for all Canadians to

celebrate our forests.

Plant a tree, tour a local mill or take a walk in the woods – these are just a few ways you

can take part in National Forest Week.

For a list of events happening around the province, check

out our website: www.abcfp.ca

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BC’s Anti-Gang

Police 2014 Community Report:

Prevention

and Public Engagement

COMBINED FORCES SPECIAL ENFORCEMENT UNIT - BRITISH COLUMBIA

Preventing gang activity in BC

COMBINED FORCES SPECIAL ENFORCEMENT UNIT

- BRITISH COLUMBIA

Read more by downloading your copy of the CFSEU-BC

Community Report at www.cfseu.bc.ca and on your

Black Press website at:bc-anti-gang.com

▾ MYTH: As a gangsters girlfriend or wife you’ll have everything you want: Reality: Even gangsters’ girlfriends and wives are

the target of violence and retribution, with

women associated in some way to gangsters

murdered, some in front of their children.

Over the past several years there have been a

number of women associated in some way

to gangsters murdered, some in front of

their children.

www.sookenewsmirror.comCapital Regional District Notice of Nomination for the Election from the Sub-Regions of East Sooke, Malahat, Otter Point, Port Renfrew, Shirley/Jordan River & Willis Point to theJuan de Fuca Land Use Committee Public notice is hereby given to electors in the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area that nominations for the election of nominees to the Juan de Fuca Land Use Committee from the sub-regions of East Sooke, Malahat, Otter Point, Port Renfrew, Shirley/Jordan River and Willis Point (as shown on the map below), for consideration for appointment by the Regional Board, will be received by a person designated by the Chief Election Officer at the Capital Regional District (CRD), Legislative and Information Services, 5th floor, 625 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC, between the hours of 9am on Tuesday, September 30, 2014 and 4pm on Friday, October 10, 2014, excluding statutory holidays.

Should anyone wish to file nomination documents other than during regular office hours, 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday – Friday, arrangements may be made beforehand by calling the Chief Election Officer at 250.472.0059.Six members of the Juan de Fuca Land Use Committee, one from each of the sub-regions of East Sooke, Malahat, Otter Point, Port Renfrew, Shirley/Jordan River and Willis Point, will serve as members from the time of appointment by the Regional Board until December 31, 2018. Please note that this is now a four (4) year term.

The mode of nomination of candidates shall be as follows: Candidates shall be Resident Electors of the respective sub-region areas nominated in writing by two duly qualified electors of the said area. The nomination documents shall be in the form prescribed in the Local Government Act and shall state the name and residence of the person nominated in such a manner as to sufficiently identify such candidate. The nomination documents shall be subscribed to by the candidate. No Advisory Planning Commission member within the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area is eligible to be appointed as a member of the Land Use Committee. Copies of all forms are available at the following CRD offices:• Legislative and Information Services, 625 Fisgard St., Victoria, BC, Tel. 250.360.3127, or toll free 1-800-

663-4425, local 3127 for Port Renfrew residents• Juan de Fuca Planning & Building Inspection, #3-7450 Butler Road, Sooke, BC, Tel. 250.642.1500• or by calling the Chief Election Officer at 250.472.0059.If more than one person is nominated, in each of the six sub-regions listed above, at the end of the nomination period at 4pm on Friday, October 10, 2014, an Election by Voting shall be held on Saturday, November 15, 2014, between the hours of 8am and 8pm. Those persons eligible to vote at the election will be the electors, as defined under the Local Government Act, of the respective sub-region areas.Dated this 10th day of September 2014Thomas F. Moore Chief Election Officer

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Capital Regional District

Regular MeetingJuan de Fuca Local Area Services Building#3 – 7450 Butler Road, Otter Point, BCTuesday, September 23, 2014 at 3 pm. Public Welcome to AttendAny inquiries or correspondence for the Commission can be directed to:3 – 7450 Butler RoadSooke, BC V9Z 1N1E: [email protected]: 250.642.1500F: 250.642.5274

Notice ofJuan de Fuca Electoral Area Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

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250-216-63152039 Idlemore , Sooke

2205 Otter Point Road, SookePhone: 250-642-1634

Fax: 250-642-0541NOTICE OF TAX SALE

Pursuant to Section 403 of the Local Government Act, the following properties will be sold by public auction in the Council Chambers, 2225 Otter Point Road, Sooke, BC at 10:00 a.m. on September 29, 2014 if any delinquent taxes along with accrued interest remain unpaid prior to that time.

Any person upon being declared the successful bidder must immediately pay by cash or bank draft a minimum of not less than the upset price. Failure to pay this amount will result in the property being offered for sale again. Any balance must be paid by cash or bank draft by 3:00 p.m. the same day.Failure to pay the balance will result in the property being offered for sale again at 10 a.m. on the following day.

The District of Sooke makes no representation express or implied as to the condition or quality of the properties being for sale. Prospective purchasers are urged to inspect the properties and make all necessary inquiries to municipal and other government departments, and in the case of strata lots to the strata corporation, to determine the existence of any bylaws, restrictions, charges or other conditions which may affect the value or suitability of the property.

Prospective purchasers are hereby notified that these properties are subject to tax under the Property Purchase Tax Act on the fair market value of the property.

Michael Dillabaugh, CADirector of Finance

Folio PID Civic Address Upset Price Legal Description

009776.120 000-292-435 7093 BRIARWOOD PL $7,665.74 LOT 12, SECTION 6, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIP34486

009868.020 002-934-370 2091 PARKLAND RD $10,292.23 LOT B, SECTION 11, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIP16099

009975.250 016-083-105 2203 AYUM RD $7,707.13 LOT 15, SECTION 53, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIP50550

010344.302 028-002-881 103 6838 GRANT RD W $5,538.16 LOT 2, SECTION 23, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIS6844

010344.304 028-002-903 107 6838 GRANT RD W $9,705.15 LOT 4, SECTION 23, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIS6844

010347.080 001-722-018 2318 GALENA RD $8,693.74 LOT 73, SECTION 23, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIP28746

010401.090 025-820-605 2398 SUNRIVER WAY $8,258.77 LOT 9, SECTION 28, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIP76309

010446.090 000-037-435 6919 SELLARS RD $14,838.94 LOT 9, SECTION 37, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIP26066

010598.005 028-603-028 6565 GOODMERE RD $94,493.60 LOT 5, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIP88836

010598.013 028-753-101 106 6591 LINCROFT RD $6,269.31 LOT 3, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.014 028-753-119 108 6591 LINCROFT RD $9,813.28 LOT 4, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.015 028-753-127 109 6591 LINCROFT RD $9,797.02 LOT 5, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.020 028-753-178 202 6591 LINCROFT RD $8,309.54 LOT 10, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.022 028-753-194 206 6591 LINCROFT RD $10,114.00 LOT 12, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.023 028-753-208 208 6591 LINCROFT RD $9,699.51 LOT 13, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.024 028-753-216 207 6591 LINCROFT RD $9,479.99 LOT 14, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.031 028-753-283 308 6591 LINCROFT RD $10,170.95 LOT 21, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.030 028-753-275 306 6591 LINCROFT RD $10,617.98 LOT 20, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.034 028-753-313 303 6591 LINCROFT RD $7,944.56 LOT 24, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.037 028-753-348 404 6591 LINCROFT RD $12,682.63 LOT 27, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.040 028-753-372 407 6591 LINCROFT RD $14,365.15 LOT 30, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.041 028-753-381 405 6591 LINCROFT RD $11,625.94 LOT 31, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.042 028-753-399 403 6591 LINCROFT RD $11,617.77 LOT 32, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.043 028-753-402 401 6591 LINCROFT RD $6,868.37 LOT 33, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS620

010598.201 028-753-500 6587 LINCROFT RD $10,943.14 LOT 1, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS621

010598.206 028-753-551 6552 GOODMERE RD $11,414.74 LOT 6, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS621

010598.211 028-753-607 6562 GOODMERE RD $11,816.28 LOT 11, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS621

010598.214 028-753-631 6574 GOODMERE RD $12,473.06 LOT 14, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS621

010598.215 028-753-640 6572 GOODMERE RD $12,065.06 LOT 15, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS621

010598.216 028-753-658 6570 GOODMERE RD $12,295.05 LOT 16, SECTION 72, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN EPS621

010724.350 000-146-013 1635 CONNIE RD $9,930.17 LOT 6, SECTION 122, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT, PLAN VIP34712

018328.000 GOODMERE RD $16,729.30DISTRICT LOT 244, SOOKE LAND DISTRICT LEASE/ PERMIT/LICENCE # 102703

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work. Not one of them cares about our kids. Our kids will be the dumbest kids in Can-ada. Why are they hurt-ing our future?

Grow up, go back to your jobs. You teach-ers should have done this on summer time and on the weekend. Why make our kids go though this. I, for one, am not happy. I have three kids and thank God for home school-ing.

p.s. home schooling we don’t get paid but we do it because our children need a future.

Kristal MalleySooke

Dogs need training

In response to the East Sooke writer appealing to Sooke for a Dog Park.

I hope to strongly squash her belief of the myth that dog parks are designated places for dogs to ignore their persons’ call to come or exhibit other out of control “rambunctious friendly behavior.”  

Whether 90 or nine pounds, dogs all have the same number of teeth and four legs. They can be unpredict-able no matter how much we dog lovers like to delude ourselves otherwise.

The issue is not that some people do not want off leash dogs but they do not want to feel unsafe. The solution for the person was to not go to public places with her dog but the real solution lies with enhancing her dog’s life and hers through train-ing and ongoing super-vision.

Since there is a dog population explosion in our culture we need

to applaud those who spend time and money to ensure their dogs training and social needs are met so they are welcomed to public places.  

If a dog park ever did become a reality in Sooke, the absolute

rule must be that dogs play and run in a safe secure area because they have earned the freedom to be off leash in the dog park and continue to be super-vised. Non compliance cannot be explained away by one’s dog

being people and dog loving. While managing exuberance can result in temporary deafness toward humans, dogs do have social rules about interactions with their own species.  Size has nothing to do with a dog   correcting   the disrespect of space and behavior boundaries being crossed.

I can only assume

the writers racing 90- lb mass of dog racing up to other dogs was at the receiving end of a few such encounters. A visit to Whiffin Spit or  some walking trails in other municipali-ties post signs “dogs must be IN CONTROL’. At present voice or leash control is accept-able. I suggest to the writer that her energy

be better spent train-ing than soliciting for a dog park. Penalizing an animal’s exercise and social needs due to one’s own   tunnel vision is just neglect.     

Carmen Neumann Sooke

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It is with heavy hearts that Rick’s family announces his passing on September 10, 2014 on his 49th birthday in Victoria, BC. Rick will be sadly missed by his loving partner Lyn Rowell (Sooke, BC), his children Braeden and Talen (Whitehorse, YT), his Mom and Dad, Gayle (Barry) and Ken Rogerson (Onaping), his brothers Dave Rogerson (Ladysmith, BC), and Ken (Leslie) Rogerson (Onaping) as well as his niece and nephews Hannah, Jacob and David Rogerson. Rick is also survived by his special friend Darrell MacDonald (Victoria,BC), and his father Richard Deschamps (Sudbury). Rick also leaves behind his faithful companion Duke and many aunts, uncle, cousins and friends. Rick grew up in Sudbury and moved west in his twenties to chase his dreams. Rick had a wonderful sense of humour and there are few who knew him that will not have a smile on their face when they think of Rick or tell their own special “Rick” story. A big fan, he would gladly share a few lines from an Elvis song, play you a tune on his harmonica or show you his Elvis “shrine”. The Vancouver Canucks could not have had a bigger fan and Rick prepared long and hard to be ready for the start of hockey season. Rick will be sadly missed by his comrades and pool-playing companions at the Sooke Legion, Branch #54 with whom he shared his passion for the game and displayed the finer points of pool etiquette. Cremation has taken place and at Rick’s request, there will be no formal visitation or funeral service. A celebration of Rick’s life will be held at the Sooke Legion, Branch #54 on September 20, 2014 @ 12:00 pm and at the Onaping Legion, Branch #503 on a date to be announced. As expressions of sympathy, donations in Rick’s name to the Poppy Fund at either Branch #503 or Branch #54 would be appreciated.

DESCHAMPS, RICHARD “RICK” JAMESSeptember 10, 1965 - September 10, 2014

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

STRICKLANDJOHN DONALD

“ GRANDPA” Left us peacefully on

September 7, 2014 at the age of 93 years. Many hap-py memories in the town of Sooke for dinners at the Le-gion and “safety” meetings at his grandsons. For those who knew him, knew all too well that winning and good humour were his greatest thrills. Friday night was a special event, meat draw at the Sooke Castle, and it was guaranteed that it would bring laughter, smiles that created everlasting memo-ries. Thank-you Sooke for al-lowing him into your lives and into your hearts. We’ll miss you Dad.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

SWAP & SHOPSeptember 21, 10-3

Community HallTables $15

Proceeds go to Calen’s Journey.

To book a table callChantel. 250-857-1602sookeswapnshop.com

TIRED OF The same old Hol-lywood Schlock? Rent Aware-ness Film Night documentar-ies $3, Video To Go. Film list:awarenessfi lmnight.ca

DEATHS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

MUSIC EXERCISE & fun! Class runs Sept. 21 to mid Jan. Modern Square dancing. Colwood Community Hall. Call Allan at (250)474-7393.

SOOKE SENIOR BUS

NANAIMO Wed., Sept. 24

Pick up $17 Hall 9:30am. $15

Contact June 250-642-1521

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DEATHS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

INFORMATION

CONTACT LOAN Cupboard call 250-389-4607. Need a ride? Call 250-389-4661.

DID YOU KNOW? BBB is a not-for-profi t organization com-mitted to building relationships of trust in the marketplace. Look for the 2014 BBB Ac-credited Business Directory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper web-site at

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http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2014 BBB

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SOOKE CRISIS & Referral Centre, 2043 Church Rd. Open 10am-1pm, Mon.-Fri. 250-642-0215.

SOOKE HOSPICE is now ac-cepting volunteers to look at training in the fall. Training takes place during evenings and is approximately 30 hours in total. Please leave a mes-sage at 250-642-4345. Many Thanks

SOOKE MEALS on Wheels, 1585 O’Neill Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0T5. 250-642-2184.

TURN YOUR REFUND into a Donation to the Sooke Food Bank at the Sooke Bottle De-pot. Also accepting cash and non perishable food items.

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AUTOMOTIVE

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EXPERIENCE IS an asset - We offer free recruitment ser-vices for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Register now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or call toll-free: 1-855-286-0306.

DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

EXPANDING OILFIELD Trucking company requires immediate Class 1/Class 3 Drivers, Boiler Operators, La-bourers and Mechanics. Expe-rience in oilfi eld service or hauling dangerous goods pre-ferred. Please send an email to: [email protected]

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HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)723-5051.An Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)723-5051.THE SOOKE NEWS Mirror cautions readers about send-ing money to obtain informa-tion about any employment opportunities.

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HEALTH PRODUCTS

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ESTHETIC SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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PERSONAL SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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INSURANCE

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

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COMPUTER SERVICES

GARDENING

ELITE GARDEN MAINTENANCE & LANDSCAPING

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HAULING AND SALVAGE

ED’S HAULINGCheap disposal of

furniture, appliances, junk and what have you?

U&I type moving with covered pick-up truck.

Ed & Faye250-642-2398

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

BRAD’S HOME CAREQuality with competitive

prices for all your home needs.

*Installation and repairs of decks, fences

*Minor plumbing and electric

Ticketed in municipal water, sewer w/exp in carpentry & an eye for curb appeal.Senior & new referral discount.

One call does it all.778-679-4724

FULL SERVICE Plumbingfrom Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50off your next job if you presentthis ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928

& MOVING STORAGE

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SOOKE MOVING ANDSTORAGE

Indoor storage, self con-tained, various sizes, 24 hr. security. Container storage 20x8x8=$125per.mo. . Pub-lic access 9-5pm. Mon.- Sat. 2018 Idlemore Rd. 250- 642-6577BBB Accreditedwww.sookemovingandstorage.com

PAINTING

DAN KITEL Painting

250-216-3095Interior/ExteriorResidential & Commercial

Specializing in heritage homes

PLASTERING

PATCHES,Drywall, skimming, match the textures, coves, fi re-places. Bob, 250-516-5178.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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CLARK’S HOME RENOVATIONSFamily Owned & Operated

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Service & InstallationsTubs, Sinks, Taps, Vanity,Drains, Hot Water Tanks

RenovationsRoofi ng, Framing, Drywall,

Bathroom, Kitchen, Laminate, Decks

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

AFFORDABLE ROOFING

*New Construction*Reroofs *Repairs

Call Deano

250-642-4075

DOES YOUR ROOF

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Call Sean250-516-Roof (7663)

STUCCO/SIDING

PATCHES, ADDITIONS, re-stucco, renos, chimney, water-proofi ng. Bob, 250-516-5178.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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STEEL BUILDINGS. “Gift-card give-away!” 20x22 $4,358. 25x24 $4,895. 30x30 $6,446. 32x32 $7,599. 40x46 $12,662. 47x72 $18,498. one end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or on-line: www.pioneersteel.ca

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REAL ESTATE

HOUSES FOR SALE

7160 Grant Rd. West

Fabulous 2 level home like NEW, 2,686 sq.ft., 3 bed, 3 bath. Home Business Location. Suite potential. Attached double garage, landscaped corner lot.

$499,900.Call Shelly Reed

direct 250-213-7444Sutton Group

West Coast Realty

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

GRANT MANOR 6921 Grant Rd.

Sooke, BC

Renovated1 bdrm suites

From $675 per mo

To view call 250-642-1900

COTTAGES

CABIN SUITABLE for 1 per-son, rural, near 17 Mile, refs. req’d, avail. now. 250-642-0058

SUITES, LOWER

1 BDRM. ground fl oor apart-ment. Hydro & heat incl. F/P, shared laundry. $750. mo. 250-642-4304 before 8pm.

Sooke, Lrg 1 Bdrm + den grnd fl oor suite, f/p, laundry room, storage. all incl, pets OK $870 n/s,n/d, ref. req. 250-589-5337

CLASSIFIEDS WORK HARD!Call 250.388.3535

RENTALS

SUITES, UPPER

3 BED upper suite, newly re-no’d, Quiet area. 250-642-3478

TRANSPORTATION

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Esquimalt, B.C. – Esquimalt-Juan de Fuca Member of Parlia-ment Randall Garrison announced September 12 that he will seek the New Democratic Party nomination in the new riding of Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke for the upcoming federal elec-tion.

“Every day I see more evidence of how Mr. Harper’s out of touch policies and misman-agement are making life harder for Canadi-ans. Every day I see the values that have made Canada a great nation being eroded. That is why I have decided to seek re-election as the NDP candidate in Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke,” Garrison said.

“My pledge to voters is to continue deliver-ing practical results for local people no matter what the makeup of the next Parliament,” Gar-rison promised. “This community needs improved retirement security, more fair-ness for veterans, and greater recognition of the value of diversity. I also pledge to continue working hard for pro-tection of the environ-ment. This means con-tinuing to fight for pro-

tection of the southern resident killer whales and against any expan-sion of tanker traffic on our coast,” Garrison said.

“It has been a great privilege to serve my constituents over the past four years and I want to continue work-ing for them and for a Canada which is more equal, more affordable, more sustainable and a

force for peace on the international stage,” Garrison said.

As the result of the redistribution, Lang-ford and Highlands will join the new riding of Cowichan-Malahat-Langford. The rest of Esquimalt Juan de Fuca will be joined with an additional portion of Saanich to make up the new riding of Esqui-malt-Saanich-Sooke.

Garrison was first elected as a Member of Parliament in May of 2011. He previously served as a Councillor in the municipality of Esquimalt and spent two decades teaching criminal justice and political science at Camosun College. He continues to reside in Esquimalt with his part-ner, Teddy Pardede.

Garrison to seek NDP nomination

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Holy Cross Day(September 15)

Holy cross day can be a strange celebration for many people, but for us Christians it is a way of recognizing the power of God. We are

not exalting or glorifying the suffering, humiliation, or that we are against life, we do celebrate this because we have faith in Jesus the cruci� ed. Believers see in the cross, the love and the tenderness of God that gave us “His only Son” for our sins, and who shared his life with our life until death.

It can be hard to understand this celebration when we lives in a society that only exalts pleasure, the good life, and sel� shness. It is for this reason that the cross of Jesus can only be understood, by those who are cruci� ed (homeless, the discriminated, and all those forgotten by the society). Why do we have this celebration? It is because Jesus died on it and we are exalting it, is that why?

Paul says, “For the message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God”(1Cor 1: 18). The cross is a mystery that reveals to us God’s immense love for humanity, and to those who have seen the cross with the eyes of faith, nobody will separated them from God. Jesus died on the cross for the love of humanity and he wants us to live and fully enjoy our lives in his name.

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Pirjo RaitsSooke News Mirror

Hiking to the top of the world is not something

many people under-take, but four women from Sooke did just that.

In August former mayor Janet Evans, Laurie Szadkowski, Ter-rie Moore and Jacklyn Orza took on the chal-lenge of scaling Mt. Kili-manjaro.

So why did these women decide to hike Mt. Kilimanjaro?

Janet Evans said they had talked about it for years. She did the Chilkoot Pass in 2000 and Machu Picchu in 2005 with some of the Chilkoot Chicks, a group of eight women who hike together,

“In 1994 I went to Africa on a safari and I kept telling these guys how fabulous Africa is. And I said if we go to Africa we have to hike, they laughed, but we got more and more seri-ous,” said Evans.

Their goal was to hike 65 kilometers over seven days to the sum-mit.

To train for the hike they hiked the Sooke Hills every Sunday for four to five hours and they kept going higher and higher. They had been working with a trainer for years and while they were fit, they were not prepared for what Mt. Kilimanjaro would throw at them.

Mt. Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa reaching 19,340

(5,895m) into the sky, a far cry from the heights some of the women scaled previously on Machu Picchu at 7,970 feet (2,430m) and the Chilkoot Pass at 3,057 feet (1,067m).

Terrie Moore, for-merly of Sooke, wrote about the first part of their experience.

“We have arrived at the Marangu Hotel just outside Moshi on the northern border of Tanzania, not far from Kenya. The hotel echoes a colonial past; meals are served fam-ily style in the dining room, linens and silver settings on the tables. Despite it being win-ter in Tanzania, the grounds are lush with greenery and brightly coloured flowers. We are grateful for the spa-cious and comfortable rooms as we know this will not be the case for

the next seven days.”What they encoun-

tered was nothing they expected. They chose the Rongai route which is longer and less popu-lated than some of the routes. They wanted to acclimatize themselves slowly before the reach for the summit. Altitude sickness was a real-ity and as they hiked very slowly towards the peak, each woman experienced it in vari-ous degrees.

The crew taking them to the summit consisted of 17 people including three guides and 12 porters. The porters carried most of what they required, the women carried lighter daypacks.

Meals were prepared for them with plenty of carbohydrates, heaps of vegetables and fruit.

The hike starts out easy enough but it is

steadily uphill. They walk at the impossible polé pace, which is at best a snail’s crawl. The sun, heat and surprisingly the cold take its toll on the hik-ers. Everyone had bad days. Evans suffered from a racing heart, Jacklyn Orza got alti-tude sickness, others were disoriented and exhausted and all of them were cold.

“I was puking, black-ing out and my guide had to unscrew my water and held it to my mouth, I wasn’t doing well,” said Orzo of the altitude sickness she suffered on the way to the summit.

For all of the training they did, they could not replicate the altitude, said Laurie Szadkowski.

“For me the unex-pected was the cold on the second night. You’re in Africa, but

its cold. It goes back to expectations, you couldn’t get warm,” said Szadkowski.

Every day was tough. “You have to have mental preparedness,” said Evans. “Even on day four and five you

watch one foot in front of the other. You’re zoned out and you go on automatic.”

“It’s kind of freeing,” said Szadkowski. “You don’t have to do any-thing else.”

The group split up as

each made the decision individually whether they would summit.

They all enjoyed the hiking part but only Szadkowski and Orzo reached the summit.

Sports & RecreationHiking above the clouds: Four women take on Mt. Kilimanjaro

Laurie Szadkowski photos

Janet Evans, Jacklyn Orza, Terrie Moore and Laurie Szadkowski took on the challenge of climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro.

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The game against the Ladysmith Steelers started with a down-field march that ended up with a field goal kicked by Steele. The Steelers didn’t stand much of a chance against the Victoria Spartans. The Spartans took it 30-0.

Next was a defense interception by Ben “man of the hour” Power which he ran for a pick six touchdown.

Power led his team on defence which held the Steelers scoreless although they came close with Cheng mak-ing a touchdown saving tackle at our 20 yard line!

Many a good tackle was done by Sam Lowden, Hunter Nicks. Amazing qb sack by LaMontagne. 

Offence was centered by Carrier as a starter in his fourth season at

center-snapping the ball Carter “the flash” Price caught a 25-yard pass and trotted in for a touchdown.

Quarteback Tyson “the bullet” Boyd had a satisfactory first start with 8 completions, great hand-offs tackles on defence and a touch-down himself!

Spencer Logan had a good day on the o-line blocking to help these scores happen. The

next game is on Sunday, September 21 at the Eagle Ridge turf field at 12:30 p.m.

With eight Sooke players on the Spar-tans team it’s easy to see how our contingent of players continue to wreak havoc on the gridiron.

Contributed by Andy Carrier

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Spartans go 30-0 against Steelers

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#9-Jared Steele getting ready to execute a superb downfield shoulder block to help lead Owen “Lion-heart” Cheng to his first touchdown of this fall season’s quest for the Island Championship. With Caleb Carrier protecting from behind.

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Terrie Moore in her account said, “I can-not imagine facing sev-eral more hours of this bone-chilling cold and decide that I’ve had enough.”

Orzo said she didn’t even wait for the sun-rise, she just had to get to lower elevations.

“I couldn’t take it anymore,” she said. “But on the way up you could see a stream of headlights, almost like a river.”

The river of light were other hikers who were heading for the summit.

Szadkowski said she was so exhausted but she did take some pic-tures and read the note from her granddaugh-ter that she had carried with her.

“At some point it was only mental, the only reason I was here was because I followed the guides, I couldn’t even hit my mouth with water,” she said. “You’re way above the clouds, it’s equal day and night.”

“It’s an accomplish-ment,” said Evans, “whether you experi-enced the mountain on the top or the bottom.”

The women, most certainly, love to travel and as Szadkowski said, they “love to come home.”

Orza said she works to travel and will be going back to Africa and next on the list is Peru and Brazil. As the youngest of the group, she said she, “had a blast with them, they are all unique person-ally.”

At the end of the trip up Mt. Kilimanjaro Janet Evans happily left behind her hiking boots, poles and what-ever else she could.

They were tired of the dirt, the tents and the same clothes day after day. None of them are eager to camp out in tents anymore. They did, however, go on a safari in Kenya after.

Each woman pushed themselves further than they thought they could and conquered Mt. Kilamanjaro in their own way but the shared experience is best explained by Ter-rie Moore.

“So, what did we learn from all of this? We learned to be grate-ful for the many luxu-ries that our Cana-dian life provides. We learned that we are tougher and more resil-ient that we thought. Some of us discovered that we do not need to camp in tents anymore. We learned to acknowl-edge the many accom-plishments along any journey. And most of all, we learned that to get anywhere, to accomplish anything sometimes you need to go polé, polé.”

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Cont’d from page 21 Hiking on one of the world’s tallest peaks

The group, above, takes a much needed break. Right, the spartan camp along the route. Below, the barren landscape.

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Arts & EntertainmentMaritime music mixed with the blues

The Sooke Folk Music Society would like to welcome everyone back to another new season of great music. We hope everyone had a great summer and we are looking forward to bringing you some exiting new features as well as some of our old favourites.

Our first Coffee House is this Saturday evening. We start, as always, with our fabu-lous and always unpre-dictable open stage fea-turing an eclectic mix of talent, both local and from afar and after the break we present our feature act.

David Godkin first drew the attention of Vancouver Island music fans nearly nine years ago under the name David Kosub. A discovery about his true heritage (Scots-Irish) prompted David to change his name. A subsequent trip to Ireland to dig deeper into his ancestral roots found him playing in an old fashioned ceilidh band and re-commit-ting to his own brand

of maritime ballad, folk and blues.

Godkin has achieved notice for his versatile and memorable songs about growing up in Atlantic Canada, lost love and occasional triumphs of ordinary people. This year he’s added two more mari-time ballads to his rep-ertoire, a contemporary protest tune as well as a swing number - just in

case you wanna dance. Oh and his new Van Dyke beard doesn’t look too bad either.

Together, Godkin & Co bring a blend of folk and Maritime ballads to the stage, with a just a few nice blues licks thrown in for good measure.

The band includes mandolin player Rick Van Krugel whose raw, intuitive style has become a mainstay of

the Vancouver Island music scene. But nearly as captivating are the wonderful stories Rick has to tell. Originally from California Rick has met and played with everyone from the granddaddy of blue-grass, Bill Munro, to Dan Hicks of Hot Licks fame to Vancouver Island’s own Valdy.

Bassist Mike Regim-bal anchors the bottom of the band’s eclectic sound and adds some lovely vocals and fiddle music to remind us this is folk music after all. In fact, Fiddles, slide gui-tar, bouzoukis and ban-jos Mike plays them all.

Mike Sadava is a gui-tarist with a deft, imagi-native touch on the fret board and unbounded enthusiasm for music of all kinds. Mike has played for decades in Canada’s great white north.

Coming up this Sat-urday evening, Sept. 20 at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1962 Murray Road. Doors open at 7 p.m. with open stage at 7:30 and our feature at 9.

Submitted photo

Godkin & Co perform Saturday night.

YOU’RE INVITED!

The District of Sooke is hosting aPUBLIC CELEBRATION

to commemorate the opening of the new Wadams Way.

Join His Worship Wendal Milne and theCouncil of the District of Sooke

For the opening of the new road and multi-use trailAt 11:00 am on Saturday, September 27th, 2014

• Ceremony at the intersection of Wadams Way & Otter Point Road, Sooke, BC

• Reception to follow

• Parking is available at the Sooke Municipal Hall located at 2205 Otter Point Road

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THEHOPECENTRE

M’akola Group of Societies and Saint Vincent de Paul of Vancouver Island have partnered to provide a new housing project and thrift store in Sooke called the Hope Centre.

GROUP OF SOCIETIES

All applicants must be between 19-31 and have a total household income of less than $40,000. Adult tenants only.

Preference given to Aboriginal applicants and Sooke residents or people who have ties to the community.

Located at 6750 West Coast Road in Sooke Applications available online at www.makola.bc.ca For more info email [email protected]

APPLY TODAY

THE HOPE CENTREMove in today!Bachelor & One-Bedroom units available Rents starting at $375• Full kitchens and full bathrooms

• Laundry facilities

• Secure parking (additional fee)

OPEN HOUSE, TOURS AND FREE PIZZA.Everyone welcome!

Saturday, Sept. 20 from 1-3 p.m.

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Sharing abundance and bountySeptember is gen-

erally a time of garden abun-

dance. The Sooke Region

Volunteer Centre (SRVC) is looking for donations of fruit and vegetables to use for the Grand Cook-Off Day, September 27, 2014. The event will bring together non-profit groups to cook, bake and can up a storm. The resulting products, pies, bread, jams, etc. will be sold and the pro-ceeds shared between the participating orga-nizations.

As an added ben-efit, SRVC has lined up 15 ‘free’ volunteers through UVic and Vol-unteer Victoria’s Proj-ect Serve Day. Plus the folks on the Sooke Region Community Health Initiative (CHI) committee have voted to be part of the gen-eral pool of volunteers.

More than just a busy day of preserving, the weekend is gearing up to be a full festival weekend. Sooke Fam-ily Resource Society (SRFS) organizing the 10th Anniversary Cel-

ebration of the Sooke Child, Youth and Family Centre, locally referred to as the CASA Build-ing, on the same day. The next day, Sunday, September 28, Sooke Region Food CHI is also planning an Apple Fest at the Sunriver Commu-nity Gardens.

Participating orga-

nizations include: Rotary Club of Sooke, East Sooke Neighbour-hoods Association and Friends of Coppermine Park Society, Sooke Yoga Society, with two others still considering.

“We will use as many commercial kitchens as are needed, based on produce available

and organizations par-ticipating,” said Barry, “St. Vincent de Paul is donating canning jars. Three bags of flour have already been donated, one by T’Sou-ke Arts Group and two bags of locally grown product from Parry Bay Sheep and Stillmeadow Farms in Metchosin.”

If you have an abun-dance of fruits or veg-etables and wish to donate them, to place advance orders, or for more information, please contact the Vol-unteer Centre office, 6672 Wadams Way, Tuesday or Thursday afternoon, or leave a message at 250-642-6364 Ext. 235 or info@[email protected].

While the volunteer centre folks have some freezer space, they can-not pick the fruit for you. If you are looking to have your fruit trees gleaned, please check with Sooke Food CHI [email protected]

Put Saturday and Sunday, September 27 & 28 on your calendar for a full weekend of fun and festivities.

Pirjo Raits photo

Donations needed for project that is cooking up a storm on September 27.

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We offer services ranging from regular to therapeutic yoga, with practitioners of wellness including Nutritionists, acupuncturists and counselors.

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Congratulations to the Class of 2014�

101–814 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, BC • 250-391-9002

www.westshorecentre.comWestShore Centre is a thriving part of School District 62, providing academic courses, grade 12 completion and workplace training since 1986.

WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice 250-391-9002

250-391-9002

WestShoreCentre for Learning & Training250-391-9002

WestShoreCentre for Learning & Training

ROADMASTERS

Traffic Control PersonThis course is required for construction and road maintenance workers or for those who deal with traffic as part of their work. You will cover the newest Ministry of Transportation and Highways & WCB regulations, plus safe traffic control procedures and set-ups. Must wear approved footwear. Dress appropriately for the weather.

Instructed by Roadmasters Safety GroupFee: $240

Location: WestShore Annex

Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:00 pmSept 13 & 14Oct 18 & 19Nov 15 & 16Dec 13 & 14

Air Brakes CertificationLearn the basic principles in the operation of air brakes. Prepare for the provincial certification exam. The interactive classroom instruction includes an air equipped training device, a demonstration brake wheel and audiovisual aids. This course includes 16 hours of classroom instruction and 4 hours of practical hands-on training on an air brake-equipped vehicle.

Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Meets ICBC requirements Please bring a valid driver’s license to class.

Fee: $200

Location: WestShore Annex

Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:30 pmSept 13 & 14Oct 18 & 19Nov 15 & 16Dec 13 & 14

Forklift Safety TrainingThis Safety training course meets the requirements of WorkSafe BC and Canada Labour code regulations. The focus is on the prevention of accident & injuries that may be caused by the improper and unsafe use of forklifts. The training consists of a short classroom session and one-on-one practical training. Upon successful completion, each participant will receive a wallet card with a 3 year record of completion.

Instructed by Roadmasters Safety GroupFee: $200

Location: WestShore Annex

Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00 pmSept 6Oct 4Nov 1Dec 6

OUR SPONSORS• Rona - Langford • Canadian SuperStore • YM/YWCA• Eagle Paw Organics • Island Chefs Coalition • Municipality of Colwood• Moyer Creative Group • Cobs Bread - Langford • Millstream Market• WestShore Chamber of Commerce • Rotary Club of Colwood

A BIG THANK YOUto all our sponsors, community members and organizations who have volunteered to help make WestShore Centre for Learning and Training programs successful.

101–814 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, BC • 250-391-9002

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WestShore Centre – Langford 101-814 Goldstream AvenueOur Langford campus on Goldstream Avenue will be the new location for two of our Adult Graduation programs: the First Nations Graduation program and the Fast Forward to Graduation program. Students complete their Adult Dogwood Graduation Certificate.Storefront Learning Centre is located at the Langford Campus and Colwood, Monday to Thursday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm.Night School Courses will continue to be offered at the Langford/Goldstream campus, Monday through Friday depending on course and instructor.

WestShore Annex – Colwood 2139 Sooke Road (Temporarily Located at #109 - 1830 Island Highway) The Colwood campus will feature cohort programs for grades 9-12 that will focus on building community inside and outside the classroom, technology and innovation and developing individual student’s awareness of their strengths and assets.

WestShore Metchosin Technical Centre – Metchosin 4495 Happy Valley RoadThe Metchosin campus will feature cohort programs for grades 9 and 10 that will engage youth in project-based learning and career development specific to hands-on trades such as carpentry. Student entry to the cohort program will primarily be the beginning of 1st and 2nd semester (September & February).

WestShore Sooke Learning Centre – Sooke103 – 6672 Wadams WayThe Learning Centre in Sooke is located in the Sooke Child, Youth and Family Centre on Townsend Road. A storefront school that provides individualized instruction and support for students in grades 9 to 12 up to the age of 18 years.

WestShore Beecher Bay Adult Learning Centre – Beecher Bay Scia’new Nation, 4744E Sooke RoadBeecher Bay Learning Centre serves primarily as an Adult Learning Centres. Their program focuses on providing course work for students to complete their Adult Dogwood Graduation Certificate.

WestShore Yellow House – Port Renfrew, Pacheedaht Nation6633 Deering Road The Yellow House serves primarily as an Adult Learning Centre. Their program focuses on providing course work for students to complete their Adult Dogwood Graduation Certificate.

WestShore Centre – Langford WestShore Centre – Langford

Join our family and take courses at one of our locations

Photo By Katie Elliot

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Medical Transcription (Online)Start a new career. This online program will qualify learners for an entry-level position in Medical Transcription. The Program consists of three core courses for a total of 115 instructional hours and 40 practicum hours.• Introduction to Medical Transcription• Digital Medical Transcription• Medical Transcription Practicum Instructor: Lanka DimitrijevicDates: Online program,

Register any time, expected course completiontime 6 months

Program Fees: $1870Registration fee (non-refundable): $50

Materials Fee: $380 (Books, CD’s, USB headphones & WAV pedal)Program Prerequisites:Applicants must fulfill the following prerequisites for acceptance into the program• English 12 or equivalent •  Medical Terminology (proof of 75% within the last 3 years)• Typing speed of 40 wpm (documentation)•  Good computer and word processing skills (documentation)•  Students required to take a free online orientation class once

accepted

Fast Forward to GraduationDid you know as an adult you can graduate in only 5 months? Here is your opportunity to get started on a new path to employment or post secondary education.

First Nations Graduation ProgramThe Graduation Program integrates First Nations culture into the curriculum. It prepares students for their Grade 12 Graduation certificate. You will be involved in the community with the local First Nations artists, cultural instructors, community members, organizations and Elders.

Futures Programs, Grades 9, 10, 11, 12The Futures Program gives the students an opportunity to work as a cohort group. The teachers’ work to foster excellent foundational skills, social and personal growth.

Metchosin Technical CentreMetchosin Technical Centre offers cohort-based programs for Grades 9 & 10. Metchosin Technical Centre offers a career focus utilizing hands-on projects-based experiential learning strategies and opportunities.

Dual Credits with Camosun CollegeIf you are a student in the Sooke School District enroll in a Camosun course while you’re still in grade 12 and get a head start on your post secondary education. In collaboration with the Sooke School District, Camosun has waived prerequisites on selected first year courses. Tuition is free for Sooke School District students!

Contact your school counsellor for registration information.

Medical Terminology Medical Terminology consists of 60 hours of classroom work. Expect 6 or more hours of homework per week. This course is recognized by Camosun College for entry into certain healthcare programs and is the required prerequisite for the Medical Transcription Program. Prerequisite: English 12 or equivalentFee: $450 + textbook $100The Language of Medicine 10th Edition Instructor: Angela Kemna Dates: Tuesday & Friday

6:00 - 8:30 pmSept 16 - Dec 16Feb 17 - May 12May 19 - Aug 7

How to Apply for the Medical Office Assistant or Medical Transcription Program Visit our website at www.westshorecentre.com or call WestShore Centre at 250-391-9002.

Complete the application form, include all relevant documentation, book an appointment with the Senior Educational Administrator and include a $50 non-refundable registration fee.

WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice 250-391-9002 250-391-9002 WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice

Grades 8 & 9Mathematics ScienceSocial StudiesEnglish

Grades 10, 11, & 12AP French Language 12Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 10 & 11*Art Foundations 11 & 12Biology 11 & 12*Business Information Management 12Calculus 12Chemistry 11 & 12Communications 11 & 12*Data Management 12English 10, 11 & 12

Family Studies 12Foundations of Math & Pre-Calculus 10Foundations of Math 11 & 12Geography 12Graduation TransitionsHistory 12Law 12*PACE Musical Theatre 10-12Physical Education 10 & 12Physics 11 & 12Planning 10 & 12

Pre-Calculus Math 11 & 12Science 10Science & Technology 11Social Justice 12Social Studies 10 & 11*St udio Arts Drawing &

Painting 10, 11 & 12Work Experience 12A & 12B

*Some courses require attendance once a week.

On-line and Paper Based Courses – call for an appointment 250-391-9002Semester 1 September 2 - January 23, 2015Day & Evening Classroom Academic ScheduleMathematics

Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 10 (Tutorial) Mon/Wed 9:00 – 11:30 am

Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus 10 Tue/Thur 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Wed 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Pre-Calculus 11 Tue/Thur 8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 Mon/Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Pre-Calculus 12 Tue/Thur 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Sciences

Earth Science 10 (Tut) Wed/Fri 8:45 – 11:30 am

Biology 12 Tue/Thur 8:45 – 11:30 am

Physics 11 Tue/Thur 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Chemistry 11 Tue/Thur 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Sustainable Resources 12 Wed 8:45 – 11:30 am

English

Communications 12 Mon/Wed 8:45 – 11:30 am6:00 – 8:30 pm

English 10 (Tutorial) Tue 8:45 – 11:30 am

English 11 Mo/Tu/Th 12:00 – 2:30 pm

English 12 Mon/Wed 8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Fri 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Social Studies

Social Studies 10 and 11 (Tutorial) 8:45 – 11:30 am

Electives

First Nations Art 11/12 Wed/Fri 8:45 – 11:30 am

Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Art 11/12 Fri 8:45 – 11:30 am

Carpentry 11/12 Wed 8:45 – 2:30 pm

Drama, Film & Television 12 Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Entrepreneurship 12 Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Marketing 11 Wed 9:00 – 11:45 am

Information Technology 10 Tue/Thur 3:30 – 5:30 pm

Data Management 12 Fri 8:45 – 11:30 am

Musical Theatre 10/11/12 Sun 1:00 – 8:00 Spencer

Storefront Tutorial SupportMonday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, and3:30 - 7:30 pm All students registered in any WestShore Centre course or program can drop in to the WestShore Storefront, Monday to Thursday, for homework support with a teacher. Hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm and 3:30 - 7:30 pm. Please check with your teacher on times for specialized tutorial assistance.

On-line Academic CoursesClasses start each month.WestShore Learning Centre offers Grade 8 to 12 academic courses, leading to a BC Graduation certificate.Grade 8-9, On-line provides a more flexible learning environment and the opportunity for self paced learning. Grade 10-12, Secondary school students may supplement their regular school schedule with additional courses through on-line or use this environment to begin Advanced Placement classes. The Adult Program provides a number of choices, from on-line courses to teacher-led seminars. These programs provide you with flexible learning options to complete graduation requirements or just for your personal interest. 1:00 – 8:00 Spencer requirements or just for your personal interest.

Medical Office AssistantDo you enjoy working with people in a dynamic environment, then this program is for you. The program consists of 50 instructional hours.• Medical Office Assistant Procedures• Computerized Medical Billing (Osler)• Medical KeyboardingMedical Terminology Course with 75% or better. Program Prerequisites:• English 12 or equivalent •  Good computer and word processing skills

(documentation)Adult students who do not have sufficient typing or computer skills are expected to achieve these skills prior to the Medical Billing and Keybording portion of the program.Dates: Monday & Wednesday,

6:30 - 9:00 pmDec 1 - Feb 15May 11 - July 22

Program Fees: $800 Registration fee (non-refundable): $50

Materials: $100Instructor: Lanka Dimitrijevic

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Bookkeeping Foundations/Sage 50Learn how to cope with the bookkeeping demands of a small business. Explore the concepts and application of both manual and computerized bookkeeping through relevant, practical exercises and projects.

Instructor: Dermott CroftonFee: $675 Texts: $150 - Basic Bookkeeping – An Office Simulation & Simply Accounting

Sept 13 - Dec 20, Feb 7 - May 17Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

FREE ACADEMIC COURSESfor all grad and non-grad students and adults• To register call 250-391-9002 for an appointment

with our academic advisor• Complete a personal learning plan• Textbook deposit may be required• GRADS: Free academic Grade 11 & 12.

Some restrictions apply for graduates

101–814 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, BC • 250-391-9002 • www.westshorecentre.com

Watercolor CourseThis course will provide instruction in watercolor techniques and will provide instruction in landscape and still life with watercolors. Maximum of 10 students

Dates: Sundays, 1:00 - 3:00 pmOct 19 - Nov 9

Cost: $100

Materials Fee: $25Please bring your creativity and bring watercolor brushes if you would like to use your own.

Location: To be announced.

Foodsafe Basic FOODSAFE, a sanitation program for foodhandlers, is a required course for any individual wanting to work as a foodhandler in the public sector. This course integrates food and worker safety. It includes such topics as: foodservice illness and injury, receiving and storing food, preparing food, serving food and cleaning. Includes book and exam. Certificates are provided by the BC Ministry of Health and take 5 to 6 weeks to be mailed.

Instructor: Gerald Loiselle

Cost: To be announced.

Location: WestShore Centre

Dates: Saturday - date to be determined by enrolment, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Community GardenWestShore Centre is proud to announce its partnership with the YWCA-YMCA to continue our Organic Community Garden Project. Garden Boxes are available to rent – go to www.victoriay.com for more information.

For information call 250-391-9002

This course will provide instruction in watercolor

Please bring your creativity and bring watercolor brushes if you

individual wanting to work as a foodhandler in the public sector. This course integrates food and worker safety. It includes such topics as: foodservice illness and injury, receiving and storing food, preparing food, serving food and cleaning. Includes book and exam. Certificates are provided by the BC Ministry of Health and

WestShoreCentre for Learning & Training

Westshore CentrePARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL ANNUAL

GENERAL MEETINGTuesday, September 9th7:00pm Langford Campus

#101 - 814 Goldstream AvenueFor more information please email:

Principal Paul [email protected]

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Medical Transcription (Online)Start a new career. This online program will qualify learners for an entry-level position in Medical Transcription. The Program consists of three core courses for a total of 115 instructional hours and 40 practicum hours.• Introduction to Medical Transcription• Digital Medical Transcription• Medical Transcription Practicum Instructor: Lanka DimitrijevicDates: Online program,

Register any time, expected course completiontime 6 months

Program Fees: $1870Registration fee (non-refundable): $50

Materials Fee: $380 (Books, CD’s, USB headphones & WAV pedal)Program Prerequisites:Applicants must fulfill the following prerequisites for acceptance into the program• English 12 or equivalent •  Medical Terminology (proof of 75% within the last 3 years)• Typing speed of 40 wpm (documentation)•  Good computer and word processing skills (documentation)•  Students required to take a free online orientation class once

accepted

Fast Forward to GraduationDid you know as an adult you can graduate in only 5 months? Here is your opportunity to get started on a new path to employment or post secondary education.

First Nations Graduation ProgramThe Graduation Program integrates First Nations culture into the curriculum. It prepares students for their Grade 12 Graduation certificate. You will be involved in the community with the local First Nations artists, cultural instructors, community members, organizations and Elders.

Futures Programs, Grades 9, 10, 11, 12The Futures Program gives the students an opportunity to work as a cohort group. The teachers’ work to foster excellent foundational skills, social and personal growth.

Metchosin Technical CentreMetchosin Technical Centre offers cohort-based programs for Grades 9 & 10. Metchosin Technical Centre offers a career focus utilizing hands-on projects-based experiential learning strategies and opportunities.

Dual Credits with Camosun CollegeIf you are a student in the Sooke School District enroll in a Camosun course while you’re still in grade 12 and get a head start on your post secondary education. In collaboration with the Sooke School District, Camosun has waived prerequisites on selected first year courses. Tuition is free for Sooke School District students!

Contact your school counsellor for registration information.

Medical Terminology Medical Terminology consists of 60 hours of classroom work. Expect 6 or more hours of homework per week. This course is recognized by Camosun College for entry into certain healthcare programs and is the required prerequisite for the Medical Transcription Program. Prerequisite: English 12 or equivalentFee: $450 + textbook $100The Language of Medicine 10th Edition Instructor: Angela Kemna Dates: Tuesday & Friday

6:00 - 8:30 pmSept 16 - Dec 16Feb 17 - May 12May 19 - Aug 7

How to Apply for the Medical Office Assistant or Medical Transcription Program Visit our website at www.westshorecentre.com or call WestShore Centre at 250-391-9002.

Complete the application form, include all relevant documentation, book an appointment with the Senior Educational Administrator and include a $50 non-refundable registration fee.

WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice 250-391-9002 250-391-9002 WestShore Centre, Your School of Choice

Grades 8 & 9Mathematics ScienceSocial StudiesEnglish

Grades 10, 11, & 12AP French Language 12Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 10 & 11*Art Foundations 11 & 12Biology 11 & 12*Business Information Management 12Calculus 12Chemistry 11 & 12Communications 11 & 12*Data Management 12English 10, 11 & 12

Family Studies 12Foundations of Math & Pre-Calculus 10Foundations of Math 11 & 12Geography 12Graduation TransitionsHistory 12Law 12*PACE Musical Theatre 10-12Physical Education 10 & 12Physics 11 & 12Planning 10 & 12

Pre-Calculus Math 11 & 12Science 10Science & Technology 11Social Justice 12Social Studies 10 & 11*St udio Arts Drawing &

Painting 10, 11 & 12Work Experience 12A & 12B

*Some courses require attendance once a week.

On-line and Paper Based Courses – call for an appointment 250-391-9002Semester 1 September 2 - January 23, 2015Day & Evening Classroom Academic ScheduleMathematics

Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 10 (Tutorial) Mon/Wed 9:00 – 11:30 am

Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus 10 Tue/Thur 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Wed 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Pre-Calculus 11 Tue/Thur 8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 Mon/Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Pre-Calculus 12 Tue/Thur 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Sciences

Earth Science 10 (Tut) Wed/Fri 8:45 – 11:30 am

Biology 12 Tue/Thur 8:45 – 11:30 am

Physics 11 Tue/Thur 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Chemistry 11 Tue/Thur 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Sustainable Resources 12 Wed 8:45 – 11:30 am

English

Communications 12 Mon/Wed 8:45 – 11:30 am6:00 – 8:30 pm

English 10 (Tutorial) Tue 8:45 – 11:30 am

English 11 Mo/Tu/Th 12:00 – 2:30 pm

English 12 Mon/Wed 8:45 – 11:30 am

Mon/Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Mon/Fri 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Tue/Thur 6:00 – 8:30 pm

Social Studies

Social Studies 10 and 11 (Tutorial) 8:45 – 11:30 am

Electives

First Nations Art 11/12 Wed/Fri 8:45 – 11:30 am

Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Art 11/12 Fri 8:45 – 11:30 am

Carpentry 11/12 Wed 8:45 – 2:30 pm

Drama, Film & Television 12 Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Entrepreneurship 12 Wed 12:00 – 2:30 pm

Marketing 11 Wed 9:00 – 11:45 am

Information Technology 10 Tue/Thur 3:30 – 5:30 pm

Data Management 12 Fri 8:45 – 11:30 am

Musical Theatre 10/11/12 Sun 1:00 – 8:00 Spencer

Storefront Tutorial SupportMonday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, and3:30 - 7:30 pm All students registered in any WestShore Centre course or program can drop in to the WestShore Storefront, Monday to Thursday, for homework support with a teacher. Hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm and 3:30 - 7:30 pm. Please check with your teacher on times for specialized tutorial assistance.

On-line Academic CoursesClasses start each month.WestShore Learning Centre offers Grade 8 to 12 academic courses, leading to a BC Graduation certificate.Grade 8-9, On-line provides a more flexible learning environment and the opportunity for self paced learning. Grade 10-12, Secondary school students may supplement their regular school schedule with additional courses through on-line or use this environment to begin Advanced Placement classes. The Adult Program provides a number of choices, from on-line courses to teacher-led seminars. These programs provide you with flexible learning options to complete graduation requirements or just for your personal interest. 1:00 – 8:00 Spencer requirements or just for your personal interest.

Medical Office AssistantDo you enjoy working with people in a dynamic environment, then this program is for you. The program consists of 50 instructional hours.• Medical Office Assistant Procedures• Computerized Medical Billing (Osler)• Medical KeyboardingMedical Terminology Course with 75% or better. Program Prerequisites:• English 12 or equivalent •  Good computer and word processing skills

(documentation)Adult students who do not have sufficient typing or computer skills are expected to achieve these skills prior to the Medical Billing and Keybording portion of the program.Dates: Monday & Wednesday,

6:30 - 9:00 pmDec 1 - Feb 15May 11 - July 22

Program Fees: $800 Registration fee (non-refundable): $50

Materials: $100Instructor: Lanka Dimitrijevic

ED2GO AT WESTSHORE Convenient, A�ordable, and E�ective.

Take ed2go courses from the comfort of your home or o�ceat the times that are most convenient for you.

We offer you hundreds of engaging online courses for adults,

covering every topic from A-Z Grantwriting to Web Design.

Each ed2go course comes equipped with a patient and caring

instructor, lively discussions with your fellow students, and plenty of

practical information that you can put to immediate use.

www.westshorecentre.com 250-391-9002

Bookkeeping Foundations/Sage 50Learn how to cope with the bookkeeping demands of a small business. Explore the concepts and application of both manual and computerized bookkeeping through relevant, practical exercises and projects.

Instructor: Dermott CroftonFee: $675 Texts: $150 - Basic Bookkeeping – An Office Simulation & Simply Accounting

Sept 13 - Dec 20, Feb 7 - May 17Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

FREE ACADEMIC COURSESfor all grad and non-grad students and adults• To register call 250-391-9002 for an appointment

with our academic advisor• Complete a personal learning plan• Textbook deposit may be required• GRADS: Free academic Grade 11 & 12.

Some restrictions apply for graduates

101–814 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, BC • 250-391-9002 • www.westshorecentre.com

Watercolor CourseThis course will provide instruction in watercolor techniques and will provide instruction in landscape and still life with watercolors. Maximum of 10 students

Dates: Sundays, 1:00 - 3:00 pmOct 19 - Nov 9

Cost: $100

Materials Fee: $25Please bring your creativity and bring watercolor brushes if you would like to use your own.

Location: To be announced.

Foodsafe Basic FOODSAFE, a sanitation program for foodhandlers, is a required course for any individual wanting to work as a foodhandler in the public sector. This course integrates food and worker safety. It includes such topics as: foodservice illness and injury, receiving and storing food, preparing food, serving food and cleaning. Includes book and exam. Certificates are provided by the BC Ministry of Health and take 5 to 6 weeks to be mailed.

Instructor: Gerald Loiselle

Cost: To be announced.

Location: WestShore Centre

Dates: Saturday - date to be determined by enrolment, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Community GardenWestShore Centre is proud to announce its partnership with the YWCA-YMCA to continue our Organic Community Garden Project. Garden Boxes are available to rent – go to www.victoriay.com for more information.

For information call 250-391-9002

This course will provide instruction in watercolor

Please bring your creativity and bring watercolor brushes if you

individual wanting to work as a foodhandler in the public sector. This course integrates food and worker safety. It includes such topics as: foodservice illness and injury, receiving and storing food, preparing food, serving food and cleaning. Includes book and exam. Certificates are provided by the BC Ministry of Health and

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Westshore CentrePARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL ANNUAL

GENERAL MEETINGTuesday, September 9th7:00pm Langford Campus

#101 - 814 Goldstream AvenueFor more information please email:

Principal Paul [email protected]

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Congratulations to the Class of 2014�

101–814 Goldstream Ave., Victoria, BC • 250-391-9002

www.westshorecentre.comWestShore Centre is a thriving part of School District 62, providing academic courses, grade 12 completion and workplace training since 1986.

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ROADMASTERS

Traffic Control PersonThis course is required for construction and road maintenance workers or for those who deal with traffic as part of their work. You will cover the newest Ministry of Transportation and Highways & WCB regulations, plus safe traffic control procedures and set-ups. Must wear approved footwear. Dress appropriately for the weather.

Instructed by Roadmasters Safety GroupFee: $240

Location: WestShore Annex

Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:00 pmSept 13 & 14Oct 18 & 19Nov 15 & 16Dec 13 & 14

Air Brakes CertificationLearn the basic principles in the operation of air brakes. Prepare for the provincial certification exam. The interactive classroom instruction includes an air equipped training device, a demonstration brake wheel and audiovisual aids. This course includes 16 hours of classroom instruction and 4 hours of practical hands-on training on an air brake-equipped vehicle.

Instructed by Roadmasters Safety Group Meets ICBC requirements Please bring a valid driver’s license to class.

Fee: $200

Location: WestShore Annex

Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 - 5:30 pmSept 13 & 14Oct 18 & 19Nov 15 & 16Dec 13 & 14

Forklift Safety TrainingThis Safety training course meets the requirements of WorkSafe BC and Canada Labour code regulations. The focus is on the prevention of accident & injuries that may be caused by the improper and unsafe use of forklifts. The training consists of a short classroom session and one-on-one practical training. Upon successful completion, each participant will receive a wallet card with a 3 year record of completion.

Instructed by Roadmasters Safety GroupFee: $200

Location: WestShore Annex

Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00 pmSept 6Oct 4Nov 1Dec 6

OUR SPONSORS• Rona - Langford • Canadian SuperStore • YM/YWCA• Eagle Paw Organics • Island Chefs Coalition • Municipality of Colwood• Moyer Creative Group • Cobs Bread - Langford • Millstream Market• WestShore Chamber of Commerce • Rotary Club of Colwood

A BIG THANK YOUto all our sponsors, community members and organizations who have volunteered to help make WestShore Centre for Learning and Training programs successful.

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WestShore Centre – Langford 101-814 Goldstream AvenueOur Langford campus on Goldstream Avenue will be the new location for two of our Adult Graduation programs: the First Nations Graduation program and the Fast Forward to Graduation program. Students complete their Adult Dogwood Graduation Certificate.Storefront Learning Centre is located at the Langford Campus and Colwood, Monday to Thursday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm.Night School Courses will continue to be offered at the Langford/Goldstream campus, Monday through Friday depending on course and instructor.

WestShore Annex – Colwood 2139 Sooke Road (Temporarily Located at #109 - 1830 Island Highway) The Colwood campus will feature cohort programs for grades 9-12 that will focus on building community inside and outside the classroom, technology and innovation and developing individual student’s awareness of their strengths and assets.

WestShore Metchosin Technical Centre – Metchosin 4495 Happy Valley RoadThe Metchosin campus will feature cohort programs for grades 9 and 10 that will engage youth in project-based learning and career development specific to hands-on trades such as carpentry. Student entry to the cohort program will primarily be the beginning of 1st and 2nd semester (September & February).

WestShore Sooke Learning Centre – Sooke103 – 6672 Wadams WayThe Learning Centre in Sooke is located in the Sooke Child, Youth and Family Centre on Townsend Road. A storefront school that provides individualized instruction and support for students in grades 9 to 12 up to the age of 18 years.

WestShore Beecher Bay Adult Learning Centre – Beecher Bay Scia’new Nation, 4744E Sooke RoadBeecher Bay Learning Centre serves primarily as an Adult Learning Centres. Their program focuses on providing course work for students to complete their Adult Dogwood Graduation Certificate.

WestShore Yellow House – Port Renfrew, Pacheedaht Nation6633 Deering Road The Yellow House serves primarily as an Adult Learning Centre. Their program focuses on providing course work for students to complete their Adult Dogwood Graduation Certificate.

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“We weren’t looking for a smashed up Thunderbird when we went for a leisurely drive to Bear Creek today, but lucky for you we found it!! At first we were worried about how we could return it to its right-ful owner, but then we found some insurance papers with your name on them. I’m not good at tracking people down, so I passed the info on to the Sooke RCMP (I hear they’re good at that sort of thing). It’ll probably be super easy for them to find you too since your Facebook profile has multiple pictures of you with the car. Thanks for the added comment about “bringing it up to the woods to give it a redneck funeral”... That makes it easier to identify you as the rightful owner. So... You should be contacted shortly on how to get your car back. No need to thank me. Just being a good citizen. ”

Pirjo Raits photos

Retro beauties

Two Ford Fairlanes, above, were shown at Evergreen Centre on Sunday, Sept. 14. The cars are from 1955 (pink) and 1956 (turqou-ise). Detail of steering wheel and gear shift.

Facebook photo

A case of dumb and dumber

A drive up Bear Creek yielded more than a scenic view.

BC’s Anti-Gang

Police 2014 Community Report:

Prevention

and Public Engagement

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Preventing gang activity in BC

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Read more by downloading your copy of the CFSEU-BC

Community Report at www.cfseu.bc.ca and on your

Black Press website at:bc-anti-gang.com

▾ MYTH: Gangs are only a “lower-class”, ethnic, or male problem: Reality: Gang

members in B.C. come from every socio-economic

background and all ethnicities. While racial,

ethnic, and gender composition can vary by

locality or type of gang, gangs are often as

diverse as our communities and many do not

restrict who joins as long as they can make

money for the gang.

DISTRICT OF SOOKENOTICE OF NOMINATION

GENERAL LOCAL ELECTION 2014

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of the District of Sooke that nominations for the offices of Mayor and six (6) Councillors will be received at the offices of the District of Sooke, 2205 Otter Point Road, Sooke, BC between the hours of 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, the thirtieth (30th) day of September 2014 and 4:00 P.M. on Friday, the tenth (10th) day of October 2014 and during that period the nomination docu-ments shall only be received on regular office days and hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Should anyone wish to file nomination documents

in other than office hours, arrangements may be made by phoning the Deputy Chief Election Officer, Bonnie Sprinkling, at 250-642-1620 (or email [email protected]) or the Chief Election Officer at (250)-472-0059.

Nomination documents may be delivered by hand, mail or other delivery service to District of Sooke Municipal Hall, 2205 Otter Point Road, Sooke, BC, by fax to 250-642-0541, or by email to [email protected]. Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief or Deputy Chief Election Officer by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2014. If the original nomination documents that were faxed or emailed are not received by the deadline, the person nominated is deemed to have withdrawn from being a candidate in the election.

A Mayor and six (6) Councillors will be elected for a four (4) year term commencing Decem-ber 2014 and terminating after the 2018 general local election in accordance with the Local Government Act.

A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local gov-ernment if they are a Canadian citizen, 18 years of age or older on general voting day Novem-ber 15, 2014, a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed, and not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

The mode of nomination of candidates shall be as follows:

• Candidates shall be nominated in writing by two duly qualified electors of the District of Sooke. The nomination documents shall be in the form prescribed in the Local Govern-ment Act and shall state the name and residence of the person nominated in such a manner as to sufficiently identify such candidate. The nomination documents shall be subscribed to by the candidate.

• At the time of filing the nomination documents, the candidate shall also file with the Chief Election Officer or a person designated by the Chief Election Officer a written disclosure, as required under the Financial Disclosure Act.

Nomination documents and financial disclosure forms are available from August 22, 2014 to October 10, 2014. Forms can be obtained at the municipal hall located at 2205 Otter Point Road, Sooke, BC, by contacting the Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250-642-1620 or email [email protected] or by contacting the Chief Election Officer at 250-472-0059.

Given under my hand at Victoria, B.C. this 10th day of September, 2014.

Thomas F. Moore,Chief Election Officer

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British youth

organizer in the area

Tim Greenhalgh, from the Campaigner England and Wales Youth Organization, will  be in Sooke, Lang-ford and Brentwood Bay from September 13 - September 21. 

He will be introducing the Delta-On-Line Route through the Duke of Edinburg Award which challenges youth ages 13+ - 24 to complete a program of activities that include service, skill, physical recre-ation and adventure.

Youth interested in taking the Delta-On-Line Route through the Duke of Edinburg Award may contact Tim Greenhalgh at [email protected], or enroll through www.jointhe-campaigners.org.uk/delta/”

 

Take a hike to see the vultures

Saturday, September 20, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

East Sooke Regional Park (East Sooke)

Drop-in Event for all ages.

Have you ever seen turkey vultures ‘ket-tling’?

Join CRD Regional Parks and the Victoria Natural History Society for this annual migra-tion event complete with live raptor demon-strations and activities at Aylard Farm. Experts with spotting scopes will be at the viewpoint above Beechey Head.

The hike up to the viewpoint requires sturdy footwear and a 20–minute trek up a steep and rocky trail. Bring binoculars, water and lunch.

Drop in between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Aylard Farm parking lot off Becher Bay Road.  

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