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All Candidates FairTuesday, October 2, 2018

6pm-8pm

Burnside Gorge Community Centre 471 Cecelia Road

Please join us for a meet and greet with Council Candidates. Come and share the issuesthat are important to you and your community!

Light refreshments will be provided. We hope to see you there.

Parking is limited. Please consider public transit, cycling or carpooling to this event.

Night of Lights Fundraiser Night of Lights is a one-night only shopping event at Hillside Shopping

Centre. The evening includes fabulous in-store discounts, tasty treats, musical entertainment - and the chance to win great prizes including the GRAND PRIZE - a $4,000 Flight Centre Travel Voucher towards your next Getaway!

Tickets are $5 each and when you purchase your ticket from the Burnside Gorge Community Centre, 100% of the proceeds will support our family and community programs and services. Tickets will not be available at the event door so be sure to get yours soon!Hillside Shopping Centre, 1644 Hillside AveSunday, November 18, 2018 6pm – 9:30pm

Whether you're stocking up on needed household items, treating yourself or just getting a jump on your Christmas shopping, this event is a great time! Stop by the Community Centre today (471 Cecelia Road) and pick up your tickets!

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Victoria Votes! What you Need to Know for the October 20th ElectionWe’ve included a list of voting locations below, for both advance polls and on election day. Brief bios for all candidates can be found starting on page 7.

Advance Voting Locations:

• Wed, Oct 10, Victoria City Hall (8am-8pm)

• Wed, Oct 10, Camosun College Interurban Campus, Huber Hall (8am-6pm)

• Fri, Oct 12, Our Place, 919 Pandora Ave (8am-6pm)

• Mon, Oct 15, Victoria City Hall (8am-8pm)

• Wed, Oct 17, University of Victoria, Student Union Building (8am-6pm)

Voting Locations On Oct 20 (8 a.m to 8 p.m):

• Burnside Gorge Community Centre , 471 Cecelia Road

• Central Baptist Church, 833 Pandora Avenue

• Cook Street Village Activity Centre, 380 Cook Street

• Victoria High School, 1260 Grant Street

• James Bay Community School, 140 Oswego Street

• James Bay New Horizons Centre, 234 Menzies Street

• Margaret Jenkins School, 1824 Fairfi eld Road

• Oaklands School, 2827 Belmont Avenue

• Quadra School, 3031 Quadra Street

• St.Barnabas Church, 1525 Begbie Street

• Sir James Douglas School, 401 Moss Street

• Victoria West School, 750 Front Street

For more information on the election please see the City’s website:https://www.victoria.ca/EN/main/city/municipal-election/information-for-voters.html

For more a list of upcoming Candidates Meetings please see:https://www.victoria.ca/assets/City~Hall/Elections/Candidate%20Meetings%20and%20Forums.pdf

250-384-6424wwww.cucvictoria.com

Support the BGCAFINANCIAL DONATIONS

Your donation can help change a family's life or improve the community you live in.The Burnside Gorge Community Association relies on the support of indi-

viduals, businesses and government to provide services to our community. Your donation helps us continue providing a high level of service to families in need in our communities.

The Burnside Gorge Community Association is a registered charity in good standing with the Canadian Revenue Agency. We will issue a charitable tax re-ceipt for eligible donations. Make a secure online donation through Canada Helps https://www.canadahelps.org/dn/4326 or contact us directly at 250-388-5251.

BOTTLE RETURNSDid you know that the Burnside Gorge Community Association is now an approved charity of the

Bottle Depot? It’s never been easier to support your local Community Centre.Let the cashier know at the beginning of the transaction that you would like to donate your returns to Burnside Gorge Com-munity Association and the value of your bottle returns will be put into our account. Bottle Depot has three locations:

• Downtown - 655 Queens Ave.

• Glanford - 4261 Glanford Ave

• Quadra - 3961 Quadra St

Free Legal Clinic Do you have legal questions or need the services of a lawyer? The Burnside

Gorge Community Centre hosts a free legal clinic every Tuesday between 2-3pm. All legal questions welcome.

15 minute appointments are available by calling the front desk at 250-388-5251.

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Community NewsBurnside Gorge

October 2018, Volume 32, No. 10

Published by The Burnside Gorge Community Association

471 Cecelia Road, Victoria, BC V8T 4T4 Phone: 250-388-5251

Website: www.burnsidegorge.ca

Note: Written contributions do not necessarily refl ect the opin-ions of the BGCA or its staff.

BGCA Board of DirectorsElizabeth CullTracy James

Andrew Johnson Jeff Nelson

Michelle Peterson, Secretary John Sanderson, Treasurer

Avery Stetski, President

To AdvertiseEstablish yourself as a community supporter with an ad in your community newsletter.

The deadline to purchase ad space is the 15th of each month prior to the month of publication. Please contact us for current rates.

ContributionsThe BGCN welcomes submissions. Submissions are subject to editing as required for clarity and brevity. Please note that submission does not guarantee publication. Contact us for submission guidelines and deadlines.

Editor: Rachel O'Neill Email: rachel@burnsidegorge.ca Phone: 250-388-5251

About usFounded in 1991 in response to community need, the Burnside Gorge Community Association provides a continuum of programs and services that strengthen the lives of children, youth and families in Greater Victoria.

Programming includes: a range of childcare programs for ages 3.5 to 11; community and school based youth and family services; housing and asset development supports for youth and families; community recreation and special events for all ages; and a variety of community development initiatives.

As a non-profi t organization, we rely on the support of individuals, businesses and partner organizations to continue providing a high level of service to our communities. If you’re passionate about the work that we’re doing there are a number many ways that you can get involved.

Join our team! Want to join a fun and dynamic team? BGCA is a great place to work. To see current opportunities please see our website at:

http://www.burnsidegorge.ca/opportunities/employment

Volunteer!Do you have some time to spare and a passion for community? We’re always looking for volunteers to help out. Current opportunities are listed at:

http://www.burnsidegorge.ca/opportunities/volunteer

Become a member!Are you interested in being a part of our mission? Become a member and take an active role in shaping our community. For more information contact the BGCA directly at:

info@burnsidegorge.ca

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elect MARG GARDINER VICTORIA CITY COUNCIL & CRD ✓ proven commitment ✓ balanced positions ✓ independent voice ✓ real consultation www.MargGardiner.ca

Committed to: ✓ Þscal sustainability ✓ thoughtful

development ✓ public safety ✓ active transportation

(& parking) ✓ environment ✓ amalgamation study (CitizensÕ Assembly)

Authorised by Sandie Menzies, Financial Agent 250-595-8185

Gorge Waterway Cleanup 2018 As if in a grand gesture of gratitude, the sky cleared and the sun shone on the 155 volunteers that came

out to support the 2018 Gorge Waterway Clean up on Saturday September 22, coordinated by the Burnside Gorge Community Association.

Volunteers waded through knee high mud and pushed their way through thick bushes to collect more than 950 pounds of garbage along the Gorge waterway shoreline and surrounding trails.

An enormous THANK-YOU to all that came out to support the event. The ecological health and con-tinued preservation of our Gorge Waterway continues to thrive as a result of your selfl ess efforts!

Thank-you to our generous sponsors and supporters: Ellice Recycle, Victoria Harbour Ferry, Soupa Cafe, Irene’s Bakery, Island Tents and Events, Alley Kat Signs 98.5 The Ocean and KISS 103.1, CRD and United Rentals Victoria.

Special thanks to Adam Sheffi eld and the City of Victoria’s Bylaw division, students from St. Michael’s University School Rowing Team, The Junior Forest Wardens, Al-Nashir Charania and the Ismaili com-munity group.

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Burnside Gorge Community News: October 2018

START where you are

USE what you have

DO what you can

Are You:•Receivingahousingsubsidy(notallhousingprovidersqualify)•Livingwithatleastonedependentchild•Survivingonalowincome•Feelingoverwhelmedaboutmoney•Strugglingwithdebt•Worriedaboutyourfinances

The Family Self-Sufficiency Program can support you…•Faceyourfinancialfearsandmoveforward•Gainmorecontrolofyourmoney•StartSaving•Beginadebtreductionplanandreduceyourdebt•Accesssupportsthatwillassistyouandyourfamilyasyoumovetowardsabrighterfuture

Contact the FSS program today at the Burnside Gorge Communtiy Centre, 250-388-5251orvisitburnsidegorge.catofindoutmore.Currentlyacceptingapplications.

Income Assistance Support at BGCADo you have questions about Income Assistance (IA) or Persons with Disability Assistance (PWD)

or how to go about opening a fi le? The Burnside Gorge Community Centre has an Employment & Assistance Worker from the Ministry of Social Development & Poverty Reduction who works on site at the Centre on Thursday mornings. Appointments are available from 9am-12pm every Thursday except on cheque issue weeks.

With more than 25 years’ experience working in community before moving to government, Terri will do her best to answer any questions you might have about IA or PWD. To book an appointment please call the Community Centre at 250-388-5251.

My Great Neighbourhood Did you know that as a resident you can apply

for a My Great Neighbourhood Grant through the City of Victoria? My Great Neighbourhood Grants were developed to support strong, connect-ed neighbourhoods through funding for projects and activities that would empower them to shape their local area.

The City provides up to $5,000 for placemaking projects and up to $1,000 for activities, matching equivalent contributions (including volunteer time and in-kind donations) from applicants.

Projects that have recently been funded include murals, a children’s garden and playspace, furni-ture for a community garden, emergency supply benches, pollinator gardens and historical plaques. The pictures below are from one of our most recent funded projects in Burnside Gorge.

The deadline to apply in the fall round is Octo-ber 15th.

For more information and to apply, visit: www.victoria.ca/neighbourhoodgrants

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FALL PROGRAMMINGAll programs held at Burnside Gorge Community Centre, 471 Cecelia Rd,

unless otherwise noted. Schedule is subject to change without notice – please call 250-388-5251 for the most current info.

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BURNSIDE GORGE COMMUNITY CENTRE

RECREATION PROGRAMS

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

We have an exciting line-up of programs for all ages, from toddlers to seniors. To regis-ter for a program call 250-388-5251 or drop by the Centre in person. Pre-registration is required for all programs except those specifi ed as drop-in. The Front Desk hours are 8:30am-5pm, Monday to Friday. We are closed on stat holidays and weekends, unless noted otherwise.

Payment is required at the time of registra-tion and can be made by cash, cheque, credit card (VISA & MC), Debit or City of Victoria LIFE credits.

REGISTER EARLY TO AVOID

DISAPPOINTMENT! Programs may be cancelled or postponed if there are not enough registered partici-pants. Decisions to run or cancel a program are usually made two days prior to the fi rst class.

REFUND POLICY:

• For a full refund, request for with-drawal must be received at least 1 day prior to the fi rst class.

• A full refund will be issued if BGCA cancels a program.

• If a participant withdraws after the fi rst class, they will be refunded the pro-rated cost of the program.

• Withdrawing after the second or third class, the participant will be refunded the pro-rated cost of the program minus a $5 administrative fee.

• No refunds for withdrawals after the lesser of the 4th class or 50% of the course has been completed.

GET IN TOUCH Do you have an IDEA for a program that you would like to see offered at Burnside Gorge Community Centre? Contact Travis Chater, Community Recreation Coordinator, at 250-388-5251 ext 225 or email travis@burnside-gorge.ca.

FACILITIESThe Burnside Gorge Community Centre is located just outside downtown Victoria at 471 Cecelia Road, between Burnside Road East and Gorge Road East. Outdoor public facilities include the Cecelia Ravine Park, Sport Court and Bike Skills Park, adjacent to the Centre.

The Community Centre is readily acces-sible by public transit: buses #8, 11, 21 and 22 routes on Gorge Rd East, Jutland Rd and Burnside Rd East, run parallel or border Ce-celia Road. It is also easily accessible by the Galloping Goose Trail, which is adjacent to the Centre.

Activity GuideBurnside Gorge

FAMILY CENTRE** Programs do not run on Stat holidays

WIGGLES A ND GIGGLES (PA R EN T A ND TOT, 2-4 Y R S) Join us for active play in the Burnside Activity Centre. Get the wiggles out with this new interactive

program that includes games, movement, and fun! The program includes organized games, movement, exercise, and free play. Best suited for ages 2–4 yrs; all children under 5 yrs are welcome. Caregiver participation is required. Groups may not meet on school holidays and Professional Development Days. M Sep 17-Mar 25 9:30am-10:15am Drop-in/Free* Family Centre will not be open during program time.

FU N FOR LIT TLE ONES (PA R EN T A ND TOT, 2-5 Y R S)Enjoy singing, movement, reading and fun with your little ones. The program encourages child de-

velopment through singing, movement, stories and bonding between child and caregiver. Caregiver par-ticipation is required. T Sep 4 – Mar 26 9:30am – 10:15am Drop-in/Free

TODDLER ARTS A ND CR A F TS - DROP-IN (2–5 Y R S) Explore your creative side! Each week features a different craft designed with the preschooler in

mind. Smocks and soap provided. Creative activities can be messy, so please dress children appropri-ately. Caregiver participation is required.W Sep 5 – Mar 27 9:30am-10:30am Drop-In/$1 per family and daycare child

PA R EN T A ND TOT PL AYGROUP (0 TO 5 Y R S)This is an opportunity for young children and their caregivers to meet and play in an informal atmo-

sphere with toys, and books. Snacks provided. Groups may not meet on school holidays and Professional Development Days. Drop-In/FreeSep 4 – Mar 29 M 10:15-12pm T 10:15-12pm W 10:30-12pm Th 5:30pm-6:30pm

FA MILY DIN NER & DROP-IN (FA MILY/CHILDR EN AGES 0-18)Families are invited for a delicious dinner prepared by staff and volunteers every Thursday evening.

After dinner, stay and have a play in the family centre after dinner. Assistance with set-up and clean-up is appreciated. Dinner is served at 5pm. Suggested donation $2 per family.Th Sep 6-Mar 28 Dinner: 5pm-6pm

PLEASE NOTE TIMES AND AGES for Family Dinner Family Centre Drop-In: 5:30pm – 6:30pm Children 0-6 yrs must be accompanied by a parent

SPECIAL EVENTS

MONSTER MA SH Join us for a FANG-ASTIC afternoon of great fun at our Halloween Monster Mash! There will be

music, ghoulish games, outrageous prizes and a concession full of delicious treats! Don’t forget your Hal-loween Costume! Pay at the door.$2/perso n $5/family, up to four immediate family members, $2 each additional family memberSa Oct 27 2pm – 4pm

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ADULT – HEALTH AND WELLNESS

ZU MBAJoin us for one of the fastest growing Latin dance-inspired fi tness crazes

across the world! People of all ages are falling in love with its infectious mu-sic, easy-to-follow dance moves and body-sculpting benefi ts. Come dance to the rhythms of Salsa, Merengue, Mambo and other Latin beats. This is a fi t-ness class you will not want to miss! Instructor: Ximena LondonoW Sep 19 – Oct 24 6pm – 7pm 6/$48 $10 drop inW Oct 31 – Dec 5 6pm – 7pm 6/$48 $10 drop in

ZU MBA GOLD A ND YOGA Always wanted to Zumba but thought it might be too much

for you? This class combines gentle Zumba Gold dance and fi tness moves with yoga stretches, breathing exercises and deep relaxation. It is ideal for beginners, active older adults and other participants who may need program modifi cations. Instructor: Ximena LondonoT Sept 18 –Oct 23 10:15am – 11:15am 6/$48 $10 drop inT Oct 30 – Dec 4 10:15am – 11:15am 6/$48 $10 drop in

STRONG BY ZU MBAPerfect for those who want to party, but put extra emphasis on toning

and sculpting to defi ne those muscles! The challenge of adding resistance by using Zumba® Toning Sticks (or light weights), helps you focus on specifi c muscle groups including arms, core and lower body. This class is open to ev-eryone, no previous dance or Zumba class experience necessary. Instructor Sylvie Dowse M Sept 10 – Oct 29* 6:30pm – 7:30pm 7/$70 $12 drop inM Nov 5 – Dec 10 6:30pm – 7:30pm 6/$60 $12 drop in*No class Oct 8th

SING OU T LOUD OU T TR IPSJoin one of these fun family outings and see how your voic-

es sound outside in some really neat places. Harmonize with one another Harmonize with nature, and Sing Out Loud…Outside! Transportation and Lunch Provided

Sat Oct 13 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Goldstream Park1/$45 or $75/Family (Up to 2 immediate family members, kids 0-6 are free)

ADULT – LEARN FOR LIFE

CIRCLE OF SECUR IT Y® PA R EN TING™ Certifi ed as a "Registered Circle of Security® Parenting™ Facilitator"

Kimber invites you as parents, guardians and caregivers to explore how to create secure attachments for this and future generations. Based on fi ve de-cades of research the Circle of Security®- Parenting™ provides parents and guardians with a Road Map that fosters secure attachments and emotional resilience not only in relationships with our children but all our relations. It is with these secure attachments that we expand our ability to explore the World.Fri Oct 12 – Nov 30 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm 8/$225 Early Bird Rate (Until Oct 5) Or 8/$475 Regular Price (After Oct 5)

**A Special Guest Price is also available for couples/family/friends. Only $175 (early registration) and $350 (regular registration) for each additional person

SPA NISH L A NGUAGE FOR BEGIN NER STravelling to Mexico, Cuba or Latin-America? Just want to learn the ba-

sics of a new language? Develop your basic Spanish-speaking skills in this fun class with Anamaria. Topics include: grammar, expressions, and how to survive in a Spanish-speaking country. Nos vemos en clase!Wed Oct 3 – Nov 21 12:00-1:00 pm 8/$70

BEGIN NER CA K E DECOR ATINGLearn how to decorate cake and other delicious treats. Basic skills like icing a cake and cupcakes will be shown. Piping different borders, fl owers, and dif-ferent creative buttercream designs will be taught. Instructor Lauren Hoffert Wed Sept 26 – Oct 10 6:00 – 8:00 pm 3/$40Wed Oct 17 – Oct 31 6:00 – 8:00 pm 3/$40

MA STER ING THE BR A IN: YOU A ND YOUR H A BITS.Pack-a-day smoker? Chocaholic? Bothered by other hab-

its? It’s said “Habits are actually very fragile”. Believe this? Find out recent discoveries about habits and what’s happen-ing inside our brains when we decide to break habits or go along for the ride. We fi nd out about at least one new program with promise. Don’t miss the session. Instructor Marilynne Miles GrayMon Oct 29 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm 1/$25

BANISH - PROCR A STINATION, IN NER CR ITICS A ND MOR E!Wrestling all too often with these issues: you get stuck mid-project — can’t

decide what to do next? Your brain cramps when you need to be really pro-ductive and full of ideas? You have way too many “good” ideas. Don’t forget procrastination and inner critics too. This very interactive workshop gives you many tips, methods and the research on all fi ve. Instructor Marilynne Miles GrayFri Oct 19 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm 1/$35

HOW TO BE A GR E AT HOSTEntertaining is fun! Learn about the role of food in social gatherings. Dis-

cover new beverage ideas and appetizers that will please any guest with food sensitivities. Join me in this demonstration class and sample tasty recipes that will make you feel confi dent when it comes to entertaining!Fri Oct 12, Oct 26, Nov 9 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm 3/$40

HA ND MA SSAGES FOR YOUR HE A LTH Receiving a hand massage can provide you

with signifi cant health benefi ts. Hand mas-sage typically is quick, relaxing and provides you with immediate health benefi ts, such as improved fi nger and wrist range of motion, en-hanced circulation and reduction of your trigger points—hyperirritable nodules—in your hand muscles. According to Refl exology-Research.com, your hands contain many acupressure and refl exology points, which are associated with your organs and certain parts of your body.

You will receive a 15-20 minute hand massage and learn why you have soreness/tenderness in certain parts of your hands. Instructor Helen DoughertyTu Oct 30 – Dec 4 6:30 – 7:30 pm 6/$45 $10 Drop-In

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  ADULT - YOGA

PR ENATA L YOGAThis friendly, supportive class will include safe and gentle movements, pre-

paring your body for birth. Focus will be placed on strengthening deep core muscles, releasing tension and rejuvenating your entire body. These gentle asanas will benefi t your spine, uterus and pelvic fl oor, and increase overall comfort. Connect with other moms-to-be in your community as you enjoy the benefi ts of this popular class. This class is appropriate for both new and experienced students. Classes can be pro-rated. Instructor: Angela Watt, Prenatal certifi edTu Oct 23 – Nov 27 5:15pm-6:15pm 6 $60

HATH A FLOW YOGAStart your week off with this rejuvenating Hatha Yoga class! This class is

perfect for anyone who is looking to expand their physical frontiers. We will combine breath work, physical postures, and stretching. The relaxing pace will be suitable for beginners, those with limitations, and experienced stu-dents ! Instructor: Angela McMillan (Watt)M Oct 29 – Dec 10 5:15pm-6:15pm 6 $60

XL-YOGA Yoga for large people taught by a large person. The benefi ts of yoga – in-

creased balance, fl exibility, stamina, and relaxation are wonderful for every-body. We’ll make the poses work for our bodacious and strapping bods using modifi cations and props (bolsters, blankets, and straps). Th Sep 13 – Oct 18 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm 6/$60Th Oct 25 – Dec 13 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm 8/$80 Th Jan 10 - Feb 28 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm 8/$80Th Mar 7 April 11 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm 6/$60

POW ER VIN YA SA YOGAStart your morning with this invigorating yoga class! This beginner focused yoga class will help to improve your over-all fl exibility and stability through poses and mindful breath work. The morning classes will give you energy and positivity for a productive and enjoyable day. Instructor: Almas Attar-ianFr Oct 26 – Dec 14 8:00 am – 9:00 am 8/$80

YIN YOGA SPR INK LED W ITH MET TA, MUSIC & POETRYA 2 hour workshop with gentle yin postures to slowly open the connective

tissue of the body. This quiet, meditative practice and slow gentle traction creates a sense of ease in the mind, length in the body & helps to strengthen ligaments, joints & bones. Bolsters, blocks and other props are used to sup-port you in the postures which are held for about 5 minutes. We’ll practice metta (loving kindness) while sinking in to the sounds of soothing music and inspiring poetry. Facilitated by Cedar Sorensen, Yoga Instructor E-RYT 500 & Yoga TherapistFr Oct 26 6:30pm – 8:30pm 1/$25

MID-DAY FLOW YOGAFlow yoga is a practice in which the postures are linked with the breath in

a fl owing sequence, one posture gracefully fl owing into the other. Practiced mindfully and with attention to alignment, this practice calms the mind, in-creases fl exibility, strength and balance. Instructor: Cedar SorensenTu Oct 30 - Dec 4 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm 6/$60

WORKSHOPS

THE TRU TH ABOU T HE A R ING AIDS Miracle-Ear Victoria will be delivering a seminar created to educate the

consumer and provide honest answers about hearing and the limitations of today's technologies. There are a variety of topics that will be discussed dur-ing this presentation including hearing in noise (is it possible?) with plenty of time for questions. Register early to save your spot and chat with an expert about your hearing health! Cost: Suggested donation of $10.00 to the Burn-side Gorge Community CentreMon October 15 10:00 am to 11:30 am

55+

SENIOR S LU NCH ‘N LE A R N Socialize with other seniors in the community while enjoying a delicious

and nutritious homemade meal. This program features a mix of guest speak-ers, social activities and theme activities during the holiday seasons. Call 250.388.5251 for more information.Th Aug 31 – March 28 12pm–1pm Lunch Drop-In /$4 1pm – 2pm Presentation*Calendar of upcoming presentations available at BGCA Front Reception

STR ENGTH, CONDITIONING A ND BA L A NCE FOR 60+ The fi rst step is the most important! This well rounded program will fo-

cus on activities to improve strength, balance, mobility and cardiovascular fi tness. A certifi ed BCRPA instructor will use light weights, resistance bands, fi tness props and a fun selection of agility games to improve overall fi tness. Have fun, make new friends and feel good about yourself. All levels of ability welcome. Instructor Janice ArnotTu Sep 11 – Oct 16 9:00 am – 10:00 am 6/$36Tu Oct 23 – Dec 14 9:00 am – 10:00 am 6/$36

STR ENGTH A ND STR ETCH W ITH HELEN DOUGHERT YIn this 60 minute class, we use small weights, bands and balls to strength-en your muscles. We then spend time to ensure that each muscle group is stretched out. These exercises increase your strength, balance, and fl exibil-ity; which, increases your ability to walk and move with greater ease and certainty. This class can be done sitting or standing.F Sep 28 – Nov 30 10:00 am – 11:00 am 10/$60F Jan 11 – Mar 1 10:00 am – 11:00 am 8/$48F Mar 8 -April 26 10:00 am – 11:00 am 8/$48

Burnside Gorge Community Centre Room Rentals

For meetings, conferences, parties and family gatherings, we have a wide variety of rooms available to suit your needs. We offer wireless internet, tea & coffee service, and A/V equipment rentals, all at affordable prices. Nestled in Cecelia Ravine, our rooms also offer outstanding natural views and are accessible from the Galloping Goose Trail. Activity Centre: max 120 guests Board Room: max 8 guests$65/hr $240/half day $35/hr $110/half day $400/full day $180/full day

Education Centre: max 40 guests Group Room: max 10 guests$55/hr $200/half day $35/hr $140/half day $300/full day $220/full day

Non-profi t rates are also available. Call today to book or view our spaces, 250.388.5251 ext.224.

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work. The morning classes will give you energy and positivity

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Who’s Who in the 2018 Victoria Election!On October 20th we hope that everyone will come out and vote in the 2018 municpal election. If you haven't had a chance to read up on the candidates yet

we hope this will help!

MAYORAL CANDIDATESSaul Andersen

I've realized that we don't need the mayor to know how to run the city - we have a very profi cient, well-paid staff doing that! What I offer instead is a VISION for Victo-ria - a GREATER Victoria! Amalgamation? Worth talking about? How about boulevard/schoolyard farming? Rain-

water collection? Harm reduction? SENSIBLE cycling infrastructure? Most importantly, housing/zoning reform to help facilitate AFFORDABLE living spaces! Plus, I'll FIX TRAFFIC! After 20 years of cab-driving, enough peo-ple said, "Hell yeah! We'd vote for you...you just made all the lights!" So I ran for MP in 2006 - fun! - and kept it up: federally, provincially, municipally. In terms of the popular vote, I'll get my 1 percent; at heart, I'm a Buddhist an-archo-syndicalist: unmotivated by money, celebrity, or power (after minor-ing in Political Economics @SFU). Campaigning manifests my concerns for social justice and belief in karma. Thanks for your time and consideration!

Rob DuncanRob Duncan is a former academic social scientist

and a social and environmental activist, currently work-ing in low-barrier supported housing. Rob was born and brought up on traditional Coast Salish territory in Victoria, and rents a small apartment in Fernwood. Rob is running primarily on a housing platform of policies sand initiatives

addressing Victoria’s housing crisis. Victoria has a homelessness and non-market social housing crisis, a rental market crisis, and a real estate crisis. The starting point of Rob’s platform is that housing is a human right, and homelessness is both a policy choice and a human rights violation. At the same time, 70 % of Victoria residents are renters, making the rental market crisis the one that affects the largest number. Other parts of the platform in-clude citizens’ assemblies, a municipal childcare program, a municipal living wage policy, encouragement of worker-owned co-operative businesses, and several proposals regarding transportation.https://duncan4mayor.ca/

Michael GeogheganMichael Geoghegan has lived and or worked his entire

adult life in Victoria. He moved here in 1985 to attend the Uni-versity of Victoria. After graduating with a B.A. in economics he worked for 7 years at the BC Legislature, including 4.5 years as the Ministerial Assistant to Bill Barlee. He is married and has an adult son and two teenage daughters.

As a government relations consultant Mike successfully lobbied to get Seaspan the federal contract to build Coastguard ships and he played a key role in settling a specifi c land claim for the Okanagan Indian Band. He also lobbied for the creation of the First Nations Finance Authority which is based on the BC Municipal Finance Authority.

He served for six years on Langford’s planning and zoning committee. He has been endorsed by Mayor Stew Young as well as Chief Russ Chipps of the Beecher Bay First Nation, John Dann the sculptor of the Sir John A MacDon-ald statue and the Vancouver Island Building Trades.

Stephen Hammond - New CouncilLawyer. Business owner. Community leader.

Stephen Hammond’s understanding of the law, a bot-tom line, and his natural community leadership have given him the grassroots support to become the next mayor of Victoria.

Stephen stood up for his community when it was in cri-sis, and as mayor, he will stand up for you.

Lisa HelpsLisa has worked hard over the past four years to

deliver on her 2014 campaign platform. Four years later, revitalization, renewal and acts of reconciliation are tak-ing place across Victoria. It’s an interesting and exciting time.

With a transparent, no-nonsense approach to decision-making and a deeply collaborative nature, Lisa has brought unprecedented economic vi-tality to Victoria. She’s also worked to ensure that everyone benefi ts from Victoria’s success and to preserve the feeling of connection and belonging in our neighbourhoods.

An internationally recognized speaker on local approaches to climate change and community economic development, she’s built strong relation-ships with Victoria’s business community and with the provincial and fed-eral governments. She’s made City Hall more accessible by fostering an in-novative and responsive culture.

Most importantly, Lisa has a vision of compassion, understanding, cour-age, and hope for the future. And she’s got a plan to tackle the City’s most pressing issues.

David Arthur Johnston47 years old. Had a rare epiphany years ago that

lead to a 'vow of poverty' which, in turn, resulted in tents becoming legal on municipally-owned public access prop-erty... at night. Being responsible for such a dramatic affect I have inadvertently become married to this town, seeing

the dark corners that as of yet have been considered normal.It is virally psychotic to act as if we are rich when we carry a 100,000,000+

dollar debt and the only correction, mechanically, is via the worship of aus-terity. I am radical realist and this town is caught in a nightmare. Plus I know the mind-boggling importance of tent-cities so the crystal meth/heroin/crack market needs to be crushed, as it is a weapon of defamation by association.

Campaign Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DAJ4Mayor

Bruce McGuiganBruce McGuigan lives in Fernwood. He moved to

Victoria in 1994 to teach at UVic before working as senior advisor for the provincial government. A tenured Profes-sor of Sociology at Vancouver Island University, he recently completed 5 years as the Executive Director of Family Ser-vices of Greater Victoria, and is the co-founder of the Victo-ria Social Innovation Center. He is the proud father of three

graduates of Vic High.Regarding qualifi cations, Bruce says,“ I am solution driven and known for

resolving issues and completing stalled projects within shorter time frames than expected. My experience with contentious matters and diverse stake-holders in BC spans the Forest Service, ICBC, the Public Service Agency, and the Ministries of Public Safety, Transportation and Labour. I’ve been a consultant to other provinces and the federal government. The desire to fi x things also led to my community work with Family Services and Victoria Social innovation Centre.”

Campaign RyMoCampaign RyMo acknowledges that we practice our

conversations, art, and design on the traditional and un-ceded territories, of the Lkwungen and WSÁNEĆ peoples. Campaign RyMo is a legacy project - aimed at reimagining the spaces in which we are engaged as a whole city. Cam-paign RyMo is focused on the health of our city, through process-development and engagement. We have reached

out to the arts community to provide imagery and language that provokes curiosity and conversation. This is a campaign where discourse and collabo-ration respectfully coexist. This is the beginning of a future with more direct democracy. A victory for Campaign RyMo comes in the shared progressive change of the city, practiced in everyday cultural expressions. RyMo as May-or on October 20, is a direction for the campaign, the product of what that looks like lies in collective voice of the city. Please feel welcome to explore further at www.HeyRyMo.com.

Alexander SchmidI was born and raised in Victoria, the city I love. I

have a Physics degree and I am a Physics lab instructor at the University of Victoria. I am a problem solver by edu-cation and temperament, as well as a hard worker. I like to be helpful. I know that life is not easy for many in our community, and I am running for Mayor in order to make a difference in their lives as well as those of others who are more fortunate. I see many problems in our city and I want

to solve them. I am used to challenges. People who know me, such as my stu-dents, colleagues and members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada to which I belong, know that they can rely on me. I hope that you, too, will put your trust in me.

Chris ZmudaI am running for Mayor because I want to lead

Victoria onto a new path of Common Sense Actions.First fi x old problems: Use a referendum of resi-

dents to choose whether to scrap the illegal pot shops, and decide whether to keep the bike lanes; fi x home-lessness in the city by engaging federal and provin-

cial funding for homeless shelters; challenge the cost of the Johnson Street bridge project.

Secondly, attack new problems: solve congestion in the city with more parking space, and the traffi c snarl into the city with an express commuter bus system; just renovate Crystal Pool.

Third, fi x City Hall: Freeze those big salaries and change the CRD di-rectors; improve tenant rights by challenging landlords with a Bylaw; make Victoria safe again with police presence on the streets; really promote Cen-tennial Square as an attractive center for diverse culture in our City.

More details of my platform: www.elect-zmuda.ca.

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COUNCIL CANDIDATES

Gary Alberts - New Council Proven. Successful. Professional.

Gary Alberts is a successful RE/MAX realtor with an exten-sive professional background who will bring real-life manage-ment experience to City Council. As an active member of his James Bay community, Gary is committed to making improve-ments for residents in all neighbourhoods.

Marianne AltoMarianne Alto, B.Sc., LL.B., fi rst elected in 2010,

is a facilitator by trade, a community activist for 25+ years. She operates Azimuth Research & Consulting, a fi rm spe-cializing in organizational change. An active feminist, Mar-ianne vigorously advocates for equality, inclusion and fair-ness for everyone. She owns a home in Burnside-Gorge.

Stephen Andrew - New CouncilPassion. Reason. Balanced Leadership.

A well-known journalist and community leader, Stephen Andrew has the knowledge, the experience and the passion to work with others to provide good governance for a better Victoria.

Darlene ArchibaldBe Safe

Be Valued Live in a Healthy Thriving Cityhttps://www.DarleneArchibald.ca

Laurel Collins – Together VictoriaLaurel Collins is an instructor at the University of Vic-

toria and a dedicated community organizer. Previously, she worked for Victoria Women in Need, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and as the Executive Director of the Victoria Multicultural Society. She is a delegate to the Vic-

toria Labour Council and co-founder of Divest Victoria.

Sharmarke Dubow – Together VictoriaI am a former refugee, community organizer and

worked at the Inter-cultural Association and the Victo-ria Immigrant Refugee Centre Society. Some local groups I have served with as a volunteer are: Community Action Plan on Discrimination, Youth Crime Prevention Steering

Committee, Vancouver Island Public Interest Research Group and Victoria Tenant Action Group. On national level, for last six years, I have served in a leadership capacity with the Canadian Council for Refugees where we work with federal government and cities across Canada about integration and set-tlement of immigrant and refugees.

Steve Filipovic Steve Filipovic is self-employed, his business Filipo-

vic Residential Services has been serving Victoria for over 25 years. Steve resides in Vic-West with his partner Leah and their 2 daughters. Steve has been a grassroots activist for many years, most notably being an Earth Walk organizer, which has given him a keen understanding of the issues facing the City.

Marg GardinerVictoria is my home.

We face challenges: growth, affordability, fi scal responsi-bility, ageing infrastructure, environment and climate change, and safety in public spaces.

As your Councillor, I will make decisions based on evi-dence, and ensure resident and local business voices are heard.

I have proven commitment to forwarding public interest, and to change. Strong neighbourhoods make a strong city.

James HarasymowI’m looking forward to bringing a new way of think-

ing to city council: Responsible spending, intelligent decision making, integrity and accountability. My priority will be af-fordable housing. My strengths are listening and understand-ing. My passion is this city. Please take some time to check out my site.

www.citycouncillorjames.com

Rose HenryMy name is Rose Henry

I am a long time resident of the downtown core of Victoria. The inclusiveness of all people including indigenous people

and people living in the downtown core is a small part of what I am aiming for.

Addressing issues such as transportation, affordabilty of living in Victoria, public services, etcetera are on my horizon.

Ben IsittI am a Hillside-Quadra resident and a father, com-

pleting my second term on City Council and the CRD. I have worked hard advancing social justice, environmental stewardship and good government, including leveraging $90-million to address homelessness and making Victo-ria the fi rst BC municipality to eliminate single-use plastic bags. www.BenIsitt.ca

Jesse JimenezHe has been serving in the fi nancial industry for 15

years. He has over 10 years’ experience of organizing, operat-ing and maintaining small businesses. He and his family have loved growing in Victoria for over 18 years now. He has been putting the interest of others before his own. He has the heart of serving other people. His view on being a councillor is “I’m not here to be liked looking at. But, I’m here to be the voice of my constituents, because I am a very good listener.”

Randie Johal - New CouncilApproachable. Enthusiastic. Committed.

Randie Johal’s proven track record of building strong work-ing relationships in a high-paced environment give her the pro-fessional experience to be an effective City Councillor.

At BC Transit Randie held a high level of responsibility, not only for day-to-day logistics but also for managing often-deli-cate relationships with unions and employees.

Edison Kahakauwila

* Successful business owner since 1989* Director & Governance Chair, Vancouver Island South Media & Film Commission

* Past Director, local community association* Past Celebrity Waiter for the “Tip A Fool” fundraiser, benefi ting Citizens Counselling Centre* Married, 18 years to Kyara Kahakauwila* Soccer dad to two teenage boys

Anna KingAnna King brings a fresh perspective to Victoria. Her

many years of nonprofi t experience shows that she is dedicat-ed to fi ghting for those in need. Anna believes we need more housing options for young families in Victoria because genera-tional diversity makes a city thrive. Empower the next genera-tion of leaders in Victoria today!

Sean LeitenbergSean Leitenberg is a businessman with a social con-

science and over 30 years of successful business experience. Sean wants to help lead Victoria’s City Hall as a fi scally re-sponsible organization that is transparent and inclusive of its citizens. Using his experience, along with neighbourhood con-sultation he will build affordable housing.

Grace LoreI am a mom, a UVIC lecturer, a board member and

volunteer at the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre. If elected, I will:* focus on building more affordable and attainable housing that fi ts families;* work to establish a city-wide childcare action plan;*build a bold, vibrant, and inclusive Victoria

Jeremy LovedayJeremy Loveday was raised in Victoria. He was elected

to Council in 2014 and found his fi rst term to be both reward-ing and challenging. Jeremy believes we need effective, expe-rienced, and thoughtful leadership that meets the needs of to-day’s residents while creating the city of our future.

Pam MadoffAs an experienced, responsive and independent

City Councillor I have worked to develop forward-look-ing and sensible policies that serve the whole commu-nity. I have worked closely with neighbourhoods and

residents and responded to their concerns. Over the next 4 years we must focus on affordable housing and affordable public transit.

DelMar MartayRoyal Roads and St. FX educated with Street experi-

ence, DelMar Martay has solutions, if you want a “problem solving” person on City Council. Using the Criminal Code to make criminals pay for the harm they cause, and an exit off

the Streets, back into a productive Society.

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Sarah Potts – Together VictoriaSarah Potts is a dedicated community organizer,

mother, and former residential and emergency shelter work-er. With a degree in Political Science and Human Dimen-sions of Climate Change, Sarah has committed her career advocating for environmental and social causes. Currently, Sarah is the Volunteer Manager for Our Place Society.

Andrew Reeve - New CouncilYouthful. Passionate. Capable.

Andrew Reeve’s youthful energy, political know-how, and lifelong familiarity with Victoria will bring valuable perspec-tive to City Council.

Andrew’s extensive resume of political advocacy, local vol-unteering, public service, and a rewarding career belies his millennial persona.

Jordan ReichertJordan Reichert was born, raised, and lives in Victoria,

B.C. He has a double major in sociology and philosophy from UVic. He has worked for the past nine years for Island Health in mental health and addictions, and also works for the Ani-mal Alliance of Canada.

Ted Smith

*high density zoning along Douglas Street from down-town to Saanich along a rapid transit corridor*reconsider plans for Crystal Pool, including the neigh-bourhood to look at all options

*build street youth work skills center*fair cannabis regulations*advocate to higher levels of government on behalf of marginalized and vul-nerable communities

250 388 7875 (home)250 384 5451 (office)

R e - E l e c t

GEOFFYOUNG

An Independent Voice…

…A Balanced Approach

w Community input in deciding what happens in local communities

w Affordable housing balanced with the needs of existing neighbourhoods

w Keeping downtown vibrant and an attractive place to live, work and visit

w Improving transit services throughout the city and the region

I believe in hearing from Victorians and thoughtfully considering your input before making decisions. ”

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E: geoffyoung@shaw.caW: geoffyoung.ca

Authorized by Michael Flanagan, Financial Agent, 250 472 3211

GEOFF IS A STRONG ADVOCATE FOR

Charlayne Thornton-JoeCharlayne is a 3rd generation Victorian who

has shown her passion for serving people by volunteer-ing extensively in our community and has often been recognized for her endeavours. Charlayne makes bal-

anced decisions with an independent mind and hopes to have the opportu-nity to continue to serve the citizens of Victoria.

Geoff YoungGeoff Young is Council liaison to Burnside-Gorge.

Geoff earned a B.A. in Economics at UBC and a Ph.D. in economics at Harvard. He has lectured in economics at UVic and has worked for the British Columbia Ministry of Finance. Dr. Young is a partner in Discovery Economic Consulting.

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October Calendar ListingsEmergency Preparedness Workshop

October 5, 2018 | Friday 1pm - 2:30pmVictoria City Hall Antechamber | VictoriaAre you and your family prepared for an emergency such as a pow-er outage, winter storm, earthquake or tsunami? Your family needs to have enough food, water and supplies to cope for at least seven days without outside assistance, depending on the emergency. Learn the hazards that can affect Victoria, what to include in you emer-gency kits, what you can do to protect your home from an earth-quake, and how to reunite with your loved ones after a disaster.

Free Swim

October 6, 2018 | Saturday 1:30pm - 3pmPanorama Recreation | 1885 Forest Park Drive, SidneyBring your family and friends for a swim sponsored by Peninsula Co-op.

Kids Mega Sale

October 6, 2018 | Saturday 9:30am - 12:30pmPearkes Arena | 3100 Tillicum Rd. VictoriaGently used baby and children's clothing, toys, equipment, and maternity.

Pre-Loved Clothing Swap

On Friday, October 12, you are invited to our pre-loved clothing swap event inspired by the global Fashion Revolution movement and sponsored by The Makehouse and Used.ca. We will be donating profi ts to our friends at Indigenous Perspectives Society!

Please save the date and join us to trade in clothing that no longer inspires you in return for new to you items to revamp your wardrobe. All leftovers will be donated to charity. Swapping is a sustainable and eco-friendly way to refresh your wardrobe while connecting with your community!SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:3-4:30pm | Early Clothing Contribution Drop Off & Cash Payment5-8pm | Clothing Swap Event

We are selling 50 advanced tickets, which will cover our event costs). After that, you will be able to pay $10 cash at the door (all cash raised will be do-nated to the Indigenous Perspectives Society.For more info please see:https://www.facebook.com/events/259745764646439/

Traditional Indigenous Storytime for Families

October 13, 2018 | Saturday 10am - 11:30amBruce Hutchison Branch Library | VictoriaFree Join Surrounded by Cedar Children and Family Ser-vices for a monthly storytelling group featuring traditional sto-rytellers, art, and song. For children and their families.

Coast Salish Pit Cook

Sharing culture by sharing a meal! This is a unique hands-on opportu-nity to participate in a traditional method of food preparation used by Coast Salish people. The process will start in the early morning and as the food slowly cooks there will be singing, drumming and the shar-ing of stories and traditional knowledge. On the menu to sample at 2:00 p.m. is camas harvested from our Conservation Nursery and other root vegetables. Teachings from Elders, Cheryl Bryce of Songhees Na-tion, community members, and Parks Canada. Saturday, October 13. Regular admission applies. To RSVP call 250-478-5122 or email:pc.conservation.bc@pc.gc.ca

Bike Skills Courses

The Greater Victoria Bike to Work Society will be hosting Bike Skills work-shops for kids & youth in August. Learn bike handling skills, traffi c safety, cyclists rights and responsibilities and more, all while (re)discovering the joy of riding a bicycle. Youth Bike Skills Course on October 13th Adult Bike Skills Course on October 20th For more information or to register please see their web-site:

https://biketoworkvictoria.checkfront.com/reserve/

Pro D Day Swim and Skate

October 19, 2018 | Friday 1pmPanorama Recreation | 1885 Forest Park Drive Sidney$2/person Come for a fun-fi lled Pro-D Day. Bring your family and friends for swimming and skating fun, music, games, and prizes. Hel-mets free of charge for skating. Skate: 1-2:2pm; swim: 1:30-3:30pm.

Forest Spook-tacular

October 20, 2018 | Saturday 11am - 2pmFrancis/King Regional Park | Victoria

Free Drop by anytime between 11am and 2pm with family and friends for this spook-tacular afternoon of Halloween fun with CRD Regional Parks naturalists. At 11:15am and 1:15pm join the guided walks, if you dare--the cauldron will be fi lled with spooky treasures from the natural world. Dis-plays, Halloween crafts, and hot ghoulish brew await. Wear a costume and win a prize. Meet at the Francis/King Nature Centre off Munn Road. All ages.

Victoria's Ultimate Toy Fair

October 20, 2018 | Saturday 9am - 3pmPearkes Arena | 3100 Tillicum Rd. Victoria

$5/adults; kids free. $15/early bird entry Vancouver Island's awesome toy show. Over 200 tables with action fi gures, vintage toys, models, trains, com-ics, Barbie, dolls, bears, LEGO, video games, Star Wars, GI Joe, Transform-ers, diecast cars, Hot Wheels, vinyl records, and more. Local food vendors. Special guests. Awesome door prizes every 1/2 hour. Dress in costume for an extra door prize entry. Silent auction for the MS Society. Charity Photo Ops with all proceeds for BC Children's Hospital.

Washington Ave Does Hallowe’en

Do you live on Washington Ave? A group of Washington neighbours are organizing a Halloween event! Residents are invited to come out and cel-ebrate on October 31st from 5-8pm. The gathering spot will be at Cecelia & Washington and there will be some hot drinks and snacks for kids and adults. If you'd like to help or have ideas for the celebration please check out their google form! https://goo.gl/forms/VHKPAAFadWntFfuj1

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Cool Aid staff, clients and family helping at the Gorge Waterway cleanup on Saturday, September 22.

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