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M I R R O R

Britt Santowski photo

Just say ‘NO’Sofie Hagens (left), Coral Poser (centre) and Amy Rubidge (right) in a moment of sunshine at the demonstration outside of the Prestige Hotel on Saturday April 13 around 12:00 noon. They were there to encourage delegates at the AVICC convention to vote against genetically-engineered foods.

Three cougars shot Britt SantowskiSooke News Mirror

While three bears seeking refuge in a tree in the Broom-hill playground last week were tranquilized and relo-cated, three cougars feeding off fenced in livestock else-where in Sooke recently had to be put down.

Mark Kissinger, Conserva-tion Officer, spoke with the Sooke News Mirror about this recent cougar kill in Sooke.

The cougars were exhib-iting repeated predatory behaviour and were “killing livestock and not leaving when people were around,” says Kissinger.

The female cougar, the mother, had travelled a long way to get here. She was wearing a collar, which was originally placed on her in North West Bay by Nanoose, almost 150 kilo-metres north of Sooke. She was collared nine years ago, and the conservation offi-cer estimated that she was about three at that time.

Unfortunately, explained Kissinger, she had created a current “prey picture” of easy, domesticated prey, and she was teaching that to her kittens.

The kittens, who were approximately a year old, were also put down, in part because of their prey pic-ture and also in part to the extreme difficulty in relocat-ing young kittens not ready to exist without their moth-er’s protection.

Relocating cougars is very challenging. Cougars need a

very large territory. Accord-ing to canadiangeographic.ca, “Cougars require a large habitat — upwards of 100 square kilometres — and are very territorial and potentially cannibalistic when competing for prey and/or land.” If dropped into another cat’s territory, the two cats will fight until one is displayed or dead. Relocating extremely old or extremely young cats is more often than not a death sentence.

The three bears in the tree, a sow and her two cubs, on the other hand, were not exhibiting any “signs of aggression, and were healthy enough to be released,” said Kissinger.

The three bears were being taken to an area that has lots of food and is not over-populated. This will give the bears a solid chance for a successful relocation, he explained.

Kissinger said that with the growing popularity of the slow food movement, there was an increased desire to raise your own animals. He emphasized that owners of farm animals “need to take ownership to protect both their own live-stock and wildlife.”

At the centre of this responsibility is proper fencing. Kissinger recom-mends a three-to-five-strand

Carrie Kennedy photo

This female cougar and her kitten, feeding on a goat carcass, were killed. One other kitten was shot, another adult cougar fled.

Caught feeding on a goat carcass

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Close to 100 dem-onstrators gathered in front of the Prestige Oceanfront Resort to rally in support of a GE Free Vancouver Island.

They were promot-ing a resolution being considered by the dele-gates at the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communi-ties (AVICC) that Van-couver Island be legis-lated as a GE-Free area. Resolution 10 partially read, “Be it resolved that

AVICC ask the British Columbia government to legislate the prohibi-tion of importing, export-ing and growing plants and seeds containing genetically engineered DNA, and raising GE animals, on Vancouver Island.”

If passed, the reso-lution would be for-warded to the Union of British Columbia

Municipalities, who advocate on behalf of the municipalities to the provincial govern-ment.

The motion was passed in Sunday morning’s delibera-tions, with less than a handful of delegates voting against it.

AVICC is an annual gathering of represen-tatives of local govern-

ments on Vancouver Island. A portion of their weekend is spent considering resolu-tions.

Resolutions that are passed are forwarded to UBCM for further consideration by the province-wide body. If passed at that level, issues are raised with the province.

The area associa-tion was established in 1950. It now has a mem-bership of 51 munici-palities and regional districts.

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Up Sooke

Thumbs up

To all of the delegates who came and enjoyed Sooke during the aVICC conference.

Open HOuseNew to the Sooke

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Drop iN to the open House event on Saturday, april 20, from 1 to 5 p.m. and meet team leaders and learn about the different roles you can play in bringing this amazing community event to life.

LocatioN: 2357 DeMaMieL Drive, Sooke.

LiberaL candidate

LocaL Sooke couNciLLor Kerrie Reay has declared her intention to run as a liberal candidate in the upcoming provincial election.

WOrtH every penny

To DaTe THe Sooke food Bank has received over $1,200 in penny and coin donations from generous residents of the Sooke area.

cOnsider tHe LiLies

a SHoW anD sale by the members of fibres & Beyond takes place at old St.Mary’s Church in Metchosin until april 21. electric fence. He rec-

ommended that peo-ple interested in pro-tecting their livestock while preserving wild-life have a look at the bearaware.bc.ca web-site. Under the section, “Conflict Prevention” is a primer on electric fences called “Shock-ing Solutions to Bear Conflicts.” This style of

fence, suggested Kiss-inger, is equally effec-tive for cougars. And it is not as expensive as people think.

Having to put down wildlife is never the desired outcome. “It’s never a good day for us when we have to put an animal down,” says Kissinger. “Sad, because they are such an amazing animal.”

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island communities say ‘no’ to Ge foodsBritt Santowski photo

Robert Wager, left, from Vancouver Island University presented at the AVICC in favour of allowing genetic engineering of plants and animals.

sooke runner avoids explosions in bostonBritt SantowskiSooke News Mirror

Monday’s tragic explosions at the 117th Boston Marathon has impacted people worldwide, as this marathon has entrants from around the world. Canada had 2078 runners registered at the event, of which 232 came from British Columbia. Twenty five runners came from Victoria.

Sarah-Mae Pyndus, the only regis-tered runner from Sooke, was a par-ticipant at Monday’s marathon. She returns to Canada on Wednesday, and will be meeting with the Sooke News Mirror to tell her story.

On her Facebook page she said, (Sarah-Mae Pyndus) “is over-whelmed by everyone’s concern. I

was long done at the time and in the middle of a post-race massage five blocks away. We were told to vacate the building calmly, my heart sank and I almost RAN back to my hostel. We are still waiting on one of our “crew”, but all is well here. Once again, thank you all for your love”

She did complete the entire mara-thon before the explosions occurred, finishing in the top third of all run-ners. Of the woman runners, she came in as the 1044th runner, of 9,983

females, placing her in the top 11 per cent. She completed in just over three hours and 22 minutes. All mara-thons are 26.2 miles or 42.195 kilome-ters. Nearly 5,000 of the over 26,500 registered runners went through the final checkpoint (at 24. 8 mi, or 40 km) but did not cross the finish line due to the explosions.

Pyndus is a 25 year old runner, and keeps busy as a a Naval Communica-tor onboard HMCS Calgary.

Three people have been confirmed dead in the explosions and more than 100 people have been injured. No group or individual has come for-ward claiming responsibility for the bombings.

Information is available from the Boston Marathon website at baa.org.

Contributed photo

Sarah-Mae Pyndus, left. in her STARR team shirt, at the Boston Marathon banner on Sunday April 14, 2013, one day before the race.

Three cougars shot

Member of STARR running group completes marathon and returns home safely

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Time to start thinking about the Sooke Fall Fair

It’s all about “PLANTS AND ANIMALS” at the next Sooke Fall Fair flea market, Saturday, April 27, 10 - 2 downstairs at the Sooke Community Hall.

Find out about the new heritage classes in the Produce and Livestock Sections commemorat-ing the Fair’s 100th anniversary. Heirloom tomato seedlings will be sold market day along with infor-mation on what the master gardeners look for while judging. Also learn about heritage poultry breeds and how to enter your purebred or back-yard bird.

Dr. Amanda Booth who has judged the livestock section for more than a quarter century has an enthusiastic team of helpers at the Saseenos Vet Clinic and will be organizing this year’s Pet Parade. The triplet goats at Mrs. Lewers’Farmhouse will surely be amongst the parade entourage.

As planting time is just around the corner think “heirloom” this year and go for the special Keeper Trophy. A wide variety of heirlooms are also avail-able at ALM Farms, 3680 Otter Pt. Rd. ,the location of Harris House, also celebrating 100 years… sale time coincides with the flea market.

Proceeds from the market and sales from the spring quilt raffle will be supporting the Centenary Cookbook project. The lucky ticket will be drawn market day.

Visit sookefallfair.ca for details regarding the col-lection of memorabilia for the historical display and volunteering at your Fall Fair.

Left: Ida McDonald and Ellen Lewers, with some livestock promote the fall fair.

Volunteers make it happenJohanne Thompson

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She keeps active in the community by singing with the Sooke Community Choir, and has been on stage with Sooke Harbour Players in 2010’s production of Joseph and the Technic-olour Dreamcoat   (nar-rator), 2011 Pirates of Penzance (Mabel), and 2012,   when she

directed and performed in Alice in Wonderland Jr. (Queen of Hearts).

She has also volun-teered her time for Navy League Cadets, Saseenos PAC, VIHA Health Units, and for the Labour Companion Program with the Mili-tary Family Resource Centre. 

Johanne is currently contracted as the coor-dinator for the Sooke Regional Volunteer Cen-tre.

“The best thing about volunteering,” says Thompson, “is that you can support others in the commu-nity by using your skills and talents.” 

The Sooke Regional Volunteer Centre is holding its Second Annual Volunteer Fair on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at the Sooke Com-munity Hall from 12-4 p.m.   

“Ihope this event will encourage and inspire others to volunteer and make this wonder-ful community that we call home an even bet-ter place to live,” said Thompson.

If you would like more information about the Volunteer Fair, please contact Johanne at vol-unteersooke@gmail.com, or (250)514-8865.

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Seen in SookeA Sooke News Mirror reader sent us this sign spotted at Saseenos elelmentary school. Nothing else needs to be said.

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A talented juggler can keep four, five, even six balls in the air at the same time and make it look easy. Many Canadians juggle six or more types of debt – often including high-interest credit cards – and must make multiple payments each month. Keeping all those ‘debt balls’ in the air isn’t easy and it can cost you. A more efficient way to manage your time and money could be debt consolidation – here’s why.

• You can effectively reduce the interest costs for car payments, education loans, lines of credit and other high-interest, high-cost loans (such as credit cards) by consolidating them within a single loan with a lower interest rate. You can then choose how to pay it off:

o Keep your ‘pre-consolidation’ payment amount – by applying the same payment toward your debt but at a lower interest rate, you’ll be putting extra money toward the principal debt repayment and eliminating that debt much faster.

o Keep your amortization or debt payback payment the same – your new lower-interest consolidated loan at a reduced payment amount frees up additional cash flow you can use to reach your other financial life goals.

Simple is usually better – and less expensive. Debt consolidation can be a ‘simple’ way to reduce the cost of your debt – and here are a few other ‘simple’ suggestions for managing debt to discuss with your professional advisor:

• Consolidate through a home equity loan that offers a much lower interest rate than most other types of loans, especially credit cards that can apply interest rates of up to 28% on outstanding balances.

• Keep amortization to a reasonable timeframe – aim for repayment within five years.

• Don’t assume a line of credit is a good thing. While it will provide borrowing flexibility, a line of credit can spell trouble for people who have trouble sticking to a budget and often have little money left at the end of the month to apply to their debt. A personal loan or a refinanced mortgage might be better options because they require a defined principal repayment plan instead of allowing interest-only payments.

• Control your debt by cutting up all your credit cards – except for one that you keep only for emergencies.

• If you are using a debt counseling company, be sure the company is reputable and focused on your best interests.

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Looking backA look through the

Sooke News Mirror’s archives:

April 16, 2008Taking the lead on

the environmentTwo students from

the Leadership Class at Edward Milne com-munity school want to make a difference.

Jennifer Emery and Justin Ilien, both in Grade 11, are organiz-ing a Community Clean-up Day. They want peo-ple in the community to grab a bag and help clean up the downtown core of Sooke.

If cleaning up the town isn’t enough, the students are also also organizing a Park Your Car Day.

April 16, 2003Schools should sub-

mit ‘needs’ budgetThe Sooke Teachers’

Association wants its employer to submit not one, but two budgets, to the holders of the purse.

At the April 8 Sooke school district commit-tee of the whole meet-ing, STA past-president Kathryn Sihota asked the seven member board to send the Min-

istry of Education a ‘needs’ budget along with its mandatory bal-anced document.

The school district has to come up with $1.2 million in cuts for the 2003-04 school year, which means another year of extreme cuts to programs and services.

April 15, 1998Unarmed auxiliary

officers continue to boycott uniformed service

Unarmed RCMP aux-iliary constables will carry on with some duties in Sooke, but nothing that requires them to be in a uniform, Sooke RCMP report.

Staff Sgt. Don Brown said the six auxiliary constables met Thurs-day after learning that the Attorney General and RCMP brass had stripped them of their firearms until a review of the program is com-pleted in September.

April 14, 1993Traffic count risesPeople are coming

to -- and leaving -- the Sooke area in droves.

The volume of traf-fic passing in and out of Sooke is up by nearly

50 per cent since 1987.According to Minis-

try of Highways statis-tics taken at a point .5 kilometres east of the Sooke River bridge in 1991, 12,100 cars pass by on a typical summer day.

That’s in contrast to the same spot in 1987 which showed a total of 8,400 vehicles.

April 13, 1988Botanical Beach our

newest parkBotanical Beach at

Port Renfrew will soon become British Colum-bia’s newest provincial park.

The announcement was made last week by Environment and Parks Minister Bruce Stra-chan, who said nego-tiations had been com-pleted to acquire 240 hectares of land at the site. Price of the land was not revealed.

The park will be established soon after the province takes pos-session in late April, joining the purchased land to an existing fore-shore reserve and a small but critical parcel leased from the Nature Trust.

Pirjo Raits photo

Boardwalk signs upMichel DesRochers, front, and Brenda Parkinson check out the signs which will let boardwalk strollers know what sea life they will be seeing around Sooke Harbour.

These signs were painted by DesRochers and another set will be painted by a First Nations artists.

The signs were funded through the Sooke Program for the Arts, which is now the Advisory Panel to the Mayor on Arts and Beautification.

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This June 1959 staff photo from Sooke Ele-mentary School illus-trates the enormous change in population Sooke has experienced in the half century past. In that year, one ele-mentary school, grades one to six, served the entire region including East Sooke and Shirley.

Milnes Landing High School, encompassing Grades seven to 12, had opened in September 1946. Middle schools were not yet heard of, though junior high schools were in place in urban areas like Vic-toria.

At left rear, Elinor Eve was teaching Grade 2 that year. She went on to marry Dave McCli-mon, raise a family and together with Dave, developed Lannon Creek Mobile Home Park. Next is Herman Leung, who in Septem-ber of that year moved into the principalship of the brand new Sasee-nos Elementary School, then to Glen Lake and eventually on to a career in school admin-istration.

The next teacher in the photo, Violet Crane, was short term, while last in the row is

Ingrid Greenlees. She had taught at Leech-town before coming to Sooke School, then moved to Milne’s Land-ing High, before finish-ing her teaching career at Bridge River.

Left front is Muriel Westad, a girl from the prairies who taught at the one-room Elder’s Camp school before moving on to a long career teaching Grade one at Sooke. Next is the legendary Annie Acreman, who had come to Sooke from Prince George in 1924 as Annie Johnson, married logging truck

driver Bert Acreman and went on to teach four generations at Sooke.

Laurie Simpson, also a prairie boy, was prin-cipal so long he almost became a legend him-self. One of his high-lights was organizing the 100 year anniver-sary of the school in 1972.

Dorothy Kendrew is seated next; married to dairy farmer Rex Kend-rew, she lived right next door to the school. Last is Stella Lajeunesse, who came to the area from Alberta in 1935 with her husband Fred

Lajeunesse, a heavy equipment operator in the forest industry. After a decade at Sooke Elementary, Stella went on to Milne’s Landing where she taught math

for many years.While we don’t have

a figure on the num-ber of staff at Sooke area schools today, we expect it would run into the hundreds.

Elida Peers, Historian

Sooke Region Museum

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You may have seen it online. A moose in a grocery store in Smith-ers. The bears relocated from Sooke. Or the three cougars killed in Sooke. The latter had a lot of local atten-tion, with over 3,500 people seeing our Facebook posting.

Outrage, sadness and disappoint-ment at killing such a beautiful ani-mal dominated the online response. Interestingly, there seems to be a notable absence of attention given to human responsibility in proactive prevention.

Cougars are not euthanized (or killed or slaughtered or whatever term best suits) because parents are concerned for their children, or because lap-dog owners love their shiatsu, or because people are plain-old mean. Nor are they euthanized by blood thirsty conservation offi-cers (COs) who have nothing better to do than wait for the call to kill.

Cougars are euthanized when they become habituated to a com-munity. They are predatory ani-mals, and the thought of sharing Sooke’s loosely defined notion-of-a-sidewalk with habituated cougars is an uncomfortable one. Especially when the cougars are hungry and trained to eat what we eat.

Cougars instinctually avoid

humans, and rightly so. We’re not that nice, not even to each other. The only reason a cougar comes into our space in the first place is for the ready availability of food when their’s is sparse.

Our first strategy in minimizing human-wildlife conflict is preven-tion: Stop the cougars from com-ing into our community in the first place.

Fencing is one idea. Electric fenc-ing is recommended. It keeps live-stock safe, and it prevents wildlife from fine (and easy) dining. Ulti-mately, replacing livestock can be more costly than paying for an elec-tric fence.

Hazing is another. This is where you harass the animal until it decides to move on. It must be continuous, concentrated (ideally where the cougar lives or preys) and caustic (effectively bothersome). A good method of hazing cougar is to get a livestock guard dog, like Great Pyr-enees, Anatolian Shepherds, Akbash or Maremma. (Keeping in mind that a dog is a for-life commitment.)

Don’t plant plants that attract deer, an enticing food source for cougar.

And don’t feed your house pets outside, as both (pet food and pets)

are also a enticing food source for cougar.

What about relocating? Relocating a displaced cat is a

great idea, but only for a Disney flick. In real life, if you take an old cat who has been displaced from her own territory by a younger, stronger cat, and drop her into another cat’s territory, you have sentenced her to a fight-to-the-death. Same if you do that with her kittens: they will be mauled to death.

Yes (sigh), we are in their terri-tory. Ever since Eve and Adam screwed up horribly and got kicked out of their apartment in the sky, we humans have made a nasty habit of spreading our tendrils. But some-how, culling the human race, as appealing as it may appear at times, strikes me as an unviable option. After all, without a dense human population, who will cover the inter-est payments and taxes?

The number one takeaway mes-sage all of us should be receiving loud and clear from this incident quite simply is: Do not feed the wild-life.

Britt SantowskiBritt Santowski is a reporter with

the Sooke News Mirror.news@sookenewsmirror.com

Fences protect wildlife and livestock

Just say ‘no’ once in awhile

OUR VIEW

There are a number of proposals before District of Sooke council for recreational and cultural uses of parks and buildings. We all know that, in a perfect world, everyone would have the space they need to do what they love to do.

With the current council trying hard to fulfill its man-date of fiscal responsibility, it is next to impossible when there is always one group or another coming forward to ask for assistance — usually always in the form of money. The district already gives out community grants to the tune of about $60,000. They give out fee for ser-

vice grants and they often dip into their contingency funds for further allocations of cash.

Council needs to be a better parent and learn to say ‘no’ once in awhile. The groups coming forward asking for funding are certainly worthy of it, but when the wallet is empty it’s empty. In these times of fiscal restraint, it

is even harder to hold the bottom line but it has to be done and council has to be the parent here, not the over indulgent grandparent.

Most people want it all, they want a property tax rate they can afford, they want services, streetlights, side-walks, boat launches and parks. This all costs money and we have delegated council to be the banker. When the account is overdrawn, the interest rates skyrocket, just like your tax rate. So be very cognizant of what you ask for because you pay for it in the end.

An arts centre is a worthy endeavor but perhaps this is not the time to be looking to council to purchase a commercial property. The property should be pur-chased by the groups who want to use it. If they don’t have the money, then they can’t afford the dream. Coun-cil needs to focus their dollars on their own priority list and to be firm about what they can do. They can’t or shouldn’t try to please everyone who comes forward with a new idea. Put it on the list to be looked at in the future and carry on with what you have deemed to be your priorities.

... council needs to be a better parent...

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Bollywood awards benefit

My first thought to your ridiculous letter was that you are not East Indian, nor do you have any friends or fam-ily who are. My second thought was that you do not watch, listen, or have any interest in Bollywood. Would you, Ms. Timms, be writing this letter if our provin-cial government had decided to spend our tax dollars on say... the Juno Awards?

I then begin to won-der if you ‘authorized’ your tax dollars to be spent by our govern-ment on merely brag-ging to the film indus-tries about this beauti-ful, friendly place we call home just in hopes of one them coming here to film?

Now here’s one, I wonder... did you ‘authorize’ your tax dol-lars to be spent on, not only the defense, but the housing and three square meals for the thousands of prisoners locked up in our jails? People who should be living a hard life but actually have it better than most low income families in our prov-ince? I really could go on and on, but I think this is just as ridicu-lous!

I, Ms. Timms, am not East Indian either; nor am I into the ‘Bol-lywood’ hype. I how-ever, can see beyond the money spent and recognize the value something like this shows not only our

country, but all others around the world. We are multi-cultural and damn proud of it. We, as British Columbians, should want to open our province to any and all opportunities to show the world what kind of people we are: friendly, open minded and rich with culture. What a fabulous place it is we live in; where anyone and everyone can fit in and feel at home. Bollywood is the largest film producer in India and one of the largest centers of film production in the world and by having this huge industry’s awards cer-emony in Vancouver, in our province can do nothing but benefit our province — short term pain for long term game.

Please, next time you want to complain about how ‘your’ tax dol-lars are spent, make it something that people should be upset about or just keep it to your-self.

Darlene DunnSooke

Oyster farm will infinge

The proposed oys-ter farm for the Sooke Basin has been pre-sented with not much information for resi-dents of Sooke and dis-trict, in particular with regard to the impact on those who use the basin for recreation

and on those who own businesses, homes and properties on the shore.

The basin is the only sheltered water avail-able to the residents of Sooke.

It has enormous rec-reational potential as is evidenced by the increasing number of kayaks and sailboats to be seen on the basin.

The basin is also notable for its natural beauty and its appeal to residents and visi-tors alike. It is a natural resource that has value to Sooke as it grows into a larger centre, one that will rely heavily on the tourist trade.

In addition to infringement on the rights of current users and property owners, the proposed farm, which will occupy a large area of the basin, has the potential to impact negatively on many aspects of the advantages that body of water and the sur-rounding shores has to offer for future develop-ment.

In this regard, and with due respect to the wishes of the T’Sou-ke First Nation,  I hope local residents,  the mayor and council, and the Chamber of Com-merce, will look care-fully at this proposal and seek far more infor-mation as to its  impact on current usage and future development.

Garth GilliganSooke

Relocate rather than shoot wildlife

Why is it Sooke doesn’t have the resources to relocate wildlife? Killing three healthy cougars is acceptable?

Who do I contact to find out how to raise money to have wildlife relocated instead of killed? I can see having to shoot wild animals acting aggressively or if people were in danger but why hasn’t Sooke put a budget aside to relocate wildlife accord-ingly as I’m sure it’s not rocket science that this issue would arise?

It’s very sad what we are doing to our island plus they com-plain wildlife is becom-ing endangered and yet they continue to displace them and kill them with the excuse they don’t have the money. Something could be done about it, and enough people care to the point I’m sure they would donate money to ensure we stop killing and get relo-cating, before we don’t have any wildlife left.

April JamisonSooke

CPR saves lives

To paramedics and

first responders. On Tuesday, Mar. 26 at approx. 13:35 at my home on Sooke River Road, you attended a heart attack victim — me.

I don’t really remem-ber a lot, my under-standing is CPR was performed on me, and it saved my life.

On behalf of myself and my wife, I’m for-ever grateful you came along when you did. My heart literally goes out to you all. Thank you.

In regard to CPR, if you are ever given the opportunity to attend a class of CPR, please take it. You could save a life.

Bill JonesSooke

Private not public money

I support the con-cept of an arts group, and multi-groups look-ing to purchase prop-erty for multiple uses. I would like to see them all come together, as I am sure council would

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LETTERS

We asked: Do you think we are doing enough to protect the wildlife in our midst?

That’s a tough question because I don’t know what we’re doing. I’m new in Sooke, and I’m not aware of any specific programs or initiatives.

Rae WilliamsonSooke

No. We should probably cut down on our use of petroleum products, less packaging and less garbage. Live smarter.

J.S. WeirJordan River

I believe we are with the different organizations we

have.

Deb SchenkSooke

Regarding our salmon stock, I think we need to listen to our scientists. I’ve read that the federal scen-tists are being muzzled somewhat. Which is to bad because we need to heed what they are saying.

Colleen DempseyLantzville

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too. I do not think the taxpayer should be footing the bill to pur-chase the property. Again, the intent is to fix it up with volunteers and to maintain it. At what cost? What is the business plan? Who has money to pay the rent? What of the loss of the commercial tax for the property to the district? The request included a P2 zoning, which is public.

This is a good idea but the group needs to find a benefactor other than the taxpayer. This request needs to be tabled until the vision for Sooke is completed.

We, in the farming community need a properly zoned area to allow  chicken swaps, auctions and more farm-related activities which build commu-nity spirit and unity.

We also need to encourage employment attached to forestry, fishing and mining. We have many opportuni-ties in Sooke and region which need to be culti-vated so we can create, through the private sec-tor, meaningful employ-ment, rather than only service industry posi-tions. It is a difficult situation  for councils

all over the country. We need strong people to make firm decisions and council’s strate-gic plan to be fiscally responsible first, needs to be held to.

We live in a beauti-ful area, don’t tax us so much that we have to leave the area or drive miles for employ-ment and not be able to enjoy our families and where we live.

Ellen LewersSooke

Move RFP forward

With the 2013 sea-son upon us, and the district priority plan-ning behind us, I would like to encourage the district to move the Request for Proposal for the boat launch management forward.

On March 19, 2013 staff advised the Finance and Adminis-tration Committee that the RFP was almost complete, and would be tendered in “at the longest a couple of weeks.”

As part of our pro-posal development,

the South Island Rec-reation Association will be coordinating a public information and engagement ses-sion with the Economic Development Commit-tee meeting at the Pres-tige on April 18, 7 p.m. We invite everyone with an interest in the boat launch to come out and participate in our community-based proposal.

Our vision is a first class venue that will promote sports fish-ing, salmon enhance-ment, and community events, and put Sooke on the global stage with a world class resource. We hope to develop a collaborative pro-posal that will engage and resolve competing interests, address ame-nity development, and fully fund the promo-tion and operation of the facility.

Inquiries may be directed to info@sooke-boatlaunch.com

 Terrance MartinExecutive Director,

SIRA

Dog toilet

appallingAlthough I’ve lived in

Sooke for many years now, today was my first experience at Whiffin Spit Park. I just never made the time to get down there before. What a beautiful chunk of real estate that is...nice views in all direc-tions. The pathway is nice - clean gravel on a level surface. I wanted to stray off the path to the beach areas however... and that’s when I had to re-learn the game of hopscotch, in order to avoid all the dog turds that richly decorate the sides of the path-way for it’s entirety. No size or breed of dog is excluded from rep-resentation down at Whiffin Spit it seems. There were Chihuahua sized cigars, medium offerings from the likes of bigger spaniels,etc., and one particular set of five or six fatties that must have come from a Saint Bernard, judg-ing by the overall beam and length of the indi-vidual set members.

Nice landscape down there, but it’s one big dog toilet, unfortu-nately.

Is there another really nice waterfront

park in Sooke where people can go that isn’t caked in dog mud?

Garnet SaundersSooke

Live within our means

Open letter to mayor and council:

I will be unable to attend your meet-ing on Monday, hav-ing planned to attend and speak to financial responsibility.

It has been seven years since my having retired to Sooke, over this period my property taxes have increased six times. During this period, several 100 homes have been built and the population growth had been near 2,000. If bigger growth means better, why is it necessary to increase taxation in the face of such growth and with this as an example when would increases ever end?

Why are the com-bined efforts of a mayor, council, accoun-tant and staff collec-tively unable to restrict people to be no more than income.

Every day each of us

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FREE EVENTS will be listed at no charge. Space permitting.

What’s Up in Sooke This WeekThurs.April 18SEAPARCFree Community Adult Walking Group. Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-11 a.m. Preregistration required. Call 250-642-8000 for info.ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONCribbage 7 p.m. Pool Darts 7:30 p.m.

Fri.April 19VITAL VITTLESFree lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holy Trinity Church Murray Road. All welcome. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONShort mat bowling 1-3 p.m. $11 Steak Night 6-7:30 p.m.Drop-in Darts 8 p.m. Karaoke with Pete & Megan 8-11 p.m.

Sun.April 21ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONDrop-in Pool @ 1 p.m. Blue Grass Music 2:30 - 5 p.m.

Mon.April 22CALLING ALL QUILTERSKnox Pres. Church. All welcome. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call 250-642-2484 for info.ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONShort mat bowling 1-3 p.m. Euchre 6:30 p.m.Pool League 7 p.m. ZEN OPEN HOUSEZen Open House at the Zen Centre, 4970 Naigle Rd 7p.m. Free, open to all.Did you know?Attention all FOODIES, April 22 is National Jelly Bean Day.

Tues.April 23BABY TALK 2013Cues: Taking Care of Yourself. CASA building, 2145 Townsend Road from 10-11:30 a.m.SEAPARCFree Community Adult Walking Group. 10-11 a.m. Preregistration required. Call 250-642-8000.SOOKE HOSPICE SOCIETYOpen drop-in for anyone who as lost a loved one, 6669 Goodmere Rd.YOUTH CLINICYouth Clinic (13-25), 1300-6660 Sooke Rd, Family Medical Clinic, 4-7 p.m.DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSESSooke Dog Club, Tues nights info 250-642-7667.KNITTING CIRCLESooke Public Library, 6:30–8:00 pm. Free, all levels. Drop-in, no reg required. 250-642-3022.

Wed.April 24ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONLadies Darts 12 p.m. Shuffleboards 6:30 p.m.NASCAR meet & pick 7 p.m.TOASTMASTERS Upstairs at Village Foods, 7p.m. For information, call Allan at 250-642-7520.

Sat.April 20ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONMeat draw 3 p.m. Drop-in jam session 6 p.m.

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Being an honarary member of this-here planet Earth is a pretty cool thing. You can celebrate by:• Eating locally• Hanging your laundry to dry outside (April 19th

is Hanging Out day so go ahead, double dip)• Planting a garden with your child• Having a candle-light dinner (with fire

extinguisher of course)• Doing a tech-free home day, where you “unplug”

from the Internet for one entire evening and do “face-time by playing an in-person game of cards or cribbage instead.

• Hugging a tree and/or stop to smell the roses

April 22 is Earth Day

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goes home to where we live within our means, we are all very aware that we must do so. Why, when pooling our efforts and funds as a community, district, does this rule of respon-sibility and restraint no longer apply? Yes, we the people, would like sidewalks and round-abouts but, may I sug-gest only as and when we can afford them. To do otherwise is per-haps for some other expediency and is not financially responsible. I would like to pave my driveway and purchase a new vehicle. I cannot and will not do either until I can honestly afford to.

If one objective is to put Sooke on the map, may I suggest that as a district, live within our means would most cer-tainly draw notice and attention, provincially and even nationally.

With sincere appre-ciation for your efforts on our behalf.

O.B. WhitingSooke

Arts centre support 

I attended the coun-cil meeting on Monday, April 8 and was quite impressed with the proposal put forward by Sharon and Patrick Groves in regards to the Sooke Juan de Fuca Centre for the Arts. It’s a brilliant idea and one that just has to come to fruition.

The old Mulligan’s Restaurant location is perfect for all the rea-sons outlined at the meeting: location by a park, lots of usable space, 40 parking spaces, ease of access. And most importantly — need.

Sooke (and surround-ing areas) have such an abundance of hard working, highly cre-ative individuals who lend their identities to the Sooke area. For any Sooke resident, young or old, to have access to these incredible skill sets through classes, seminars, workshops, and such in one facil-ity would be a huge feather in the cap for the district and would put Sooke on the map as a destination for these activities from all over the world. Sounds like a win-win to me.

To accomplish this would require dedica-tion, vision, and lots of elbow grease by volun-teers (we are known as the Volunteer Capital of Canada after all) so I’m

sure the community of Sooke is up to the chal-lenge.

Now we just need to get council on side to take this proposal into serious consideration and get the ball rolling.

Caryl WilfordSooke

JPMP is everyone’s park

In response to the letter writer, (Another View, April 3), who thinks a bike race track in John Phillips Memo-rial Park (JPMP) will enhance the commu-nity image of Sooke and attract masses of tourists from all over the world. Do you mean like the skate-board park on Throup Road does right now? Impressive and amus-ing comparison.

And, as far as the claim that neither the Sooke Bike Club or any of its supporters ever asked for any money from Sooke taxpayers, the fact is $3,600 (plus GST) was given to the

club to cover their plan-ning costs. An amount the club was not able to raise from its members.

To question another point: Why would “nay-sayers” demand that tax money be given to a project they do not endorse? That state-ment is complete non-sense.

The president of the Sooke Bike Club gra-ciously took this money from Sooke taxpayers and actually described it as a “paltry amount.’

Why should district staff work at getting grant money for the Sooke Bike Club, a pri-vate organization? Let the club do their own leg work if they want grant money.

As for the reference to numerous busi-nesses, school boards, service groups and various committed individuals, who back this project, it is very strange indeed that none of these support-ers have actually ever gone public in their overwhelming and gen-erous endorsements. Perhaps in the grand scheme of things, it all comes down to the

financial commitments they must make. Not only construction and maintenance costs, but also to very real pos-sibilities of any future legal and public liability issues.

Think long and hard about this foolish endeavour Sooke tax-payers, because there will, be very serious financial consequences for all concerned.

If the district’s park planning department is anxious to create awareness and increase usage of the JPMP green space, how about a sign saying, ‘Welcome to JPMP. This park is for everyone’s use and enjoyment. Your sug-gestions for potential future development would be most appre-ciated.’ A few parking spaces wouldn’t go amiss either.

Significant public consultation and input have been sadly absent from the get-go. To Sooke mayor, council and staffer, let’s apply some serious logic, good common sense, and fiscal responsibil-ity to this proposed bike park before it gets really out of hand.

Stuart and Carolyn Katorsky

Sooke

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Upcoming Public Meetings

Regular Council MeetingMonday, April 22, 2013 at 7:00 pm

Emergency Planning CommitteeTuesday, April 23, 2013 at 9:00 am

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 - Steve Grundy, Chair – 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm- Arts and Beauti� cation - Brenda Parkinson, Chair – 4th Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm - Community Health and Social Issues - Nicky Logins, Chair – 2nd Wednesday of each month 7:00 pm

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On behalf of the show management and more than 700 of British Columbia’s leading home improvement experts, we would like to welcome residents of Greater Victoria to the 26th annual Spring Home Expo 2013. Victoria’s finest show.At Victoria’s premier home improvement event of the year,

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Message from the managerIf it’s spring in Victoria, you know the home and garden projects won’t be far behind.Luckily the Victoria Home Expo will host experts in both home and patio design this coming weekend – perfect for anyone about

to embark on an indoor or outdoor project this season.

Headlining the speaker line-up is interior designer and TV host Amy McGeachy, host of Design District, on CHEK TV, a local design program that also features

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New Media production company, McGeachy Media, currently a co-producer with CHEK of Design District.With design concepts largely inspired by the colours and textures found naturally here on the West Coast, “if it works organically in nature, chances are the palette will also look phenomenal in your own interior space,” she says.Just in time for spring planting season, Leanne Johnson, COO of GardenWorks, British Columbia’s largest garden centre company, will join McGeachy at the home show, presenting Balcony Bliss! – Putting Together Your Perfect Patio. Johnson has been fortunate to travel abroad to experience breathtaking gardens in Italy,

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On behalf of the show management and more than 700 of British Columbia’s leading home improvement experts, we would like to welcome residents of Greater Victoria to the 26th annual Spring Home Expo 2013. Victoria’s finest show.At Victoria’s premier home improvement event of the year,

show visitors will experience the newest and the best of everything for your home at one location in three big, action packed days! You will be stimulated, inspired, and entertained for 3 days in 3 big arenas.We know that your home is probably the biggest single purchase you will make in your lifetime. We also understand that your home is more than an investment, it’s where your heart is. Our experts are here to help you make the wise choices about the materials, newest products and construction techniques to

maintain, renovate and decorate your most valuable asset. We are determined to help you have fun doing it at this year’s show and to save you money doing it.Exhibits include the newest and best in home decorating, window systems, heating, energy saving products, decking, landscaping, building techniques, roofing, doors, kitchen cabinets and bathrooms.See dozens of live demonstrations of products from around the world and participate in numerous hands-on demonstrations to make your home fix ups easy. In our

effort to bring show visitors the newest information and best show entertainment, show visitors will be entertained by a series of seminars in the show theatre. Don’t miss Amy McGeachy of “Design District”.We invite you to join us, see the latest trends and newest products. The Victoria Spring Home Expo 2013 at the West Shore Parks & Recreation Centre, 1767 Island Hwy.It’s the show of the year and we hope to see you there!

Don Whitman, Show Manager

Message from the managerIf it’s spring in Victoria, you know the home and garden projects won’t be far behind.Luckily the Victoria Home Expo will host experts in both home and patio design this coming weekend – perfect for anyone about

to embark on an indoor or outdoor project this season.

Headlining the speaker line-up is interior designer and TV host Amy McGeachy, host of Design District, on CHEK TV, a local design program that also features

designer Danisha Drury, and real estate professionals Jason Binab and John Byrne.With several sessions scheduled each day of the home show, McGeachy will present two topics, Design Trends and Designing for Resale.With a design philosophy that recognizes that both form and function are essential to every design project, McGeachy believes an interior must not only look beautiful but also work beautifully, so comfort and practicality are as essential as aesthetics.Working in the local home design industry for close to a decade, she currently specializes in kitchen and bathroom design. She has also studied production for the entertainment industry and founded her

New Media production company, McGeachy Media, currently a co-producer with CHEK of Design District.With design concepts largely inspired by the colours and textures found naturally here on the West Coast, “if it works organically in nature, chances are the palette will also look phenomenal in your own interior space,” she says.Just in time for spring planting season, Leanne Johnson, COO of GardenWorks, British Columbia’s largest garden centre company, will join McGeachy at the home show, presenting Balcony Bliss! – Putting Together Your Perfect Patio. Johnson has been fortunate to travel abroad to experience breathtaking gardens in Italy,

France and the UK. Her favourite garden, however, is her backyard escape in North Vancouver, created with the help of her two teenage sons and husband.

Johnson’s passion focuses on helping others visualize and create their own “Edens” – pulling together all the elements to create the garden or outdoor living space that fits them perfectly.

If spring has your thoughts turning to the perfect outdoor oasis, a visit to the Victoria Home Show Saturday, April 20 is a must!

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Reader’s Photo of the WeekColin Davenport photo

Colin Davenport captured this owl through his camera lens at Ed Macgregor Park.

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If you aren’t registered by April 23, you can register when you vote. You’ll need identification that proves both your identity and residential address. A complete list of acceptable identification is available from Elections BC.

How to Nominate a CandidateA candidate must be nominated in writing by 75 eligible voters of the electoral district. Nomination kits are available from your District Electoral Officer or online at elections.bc.ca

Deadline for NominationsNominations must be delivered to your District Electoral Officer by 1 p.m. (Pacific time) on Friday, April 26, 2013.

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Johnny Galactic is no stranger in these parts

The band has played everywhere from campfires to clubs, fes-tivals to kitchens, the-atres to pubs. Often heard in such places as the 17 Mile House pub’s Sookapalooza, the Tall Tree and Song and Surf Festivals, Johnny Galactic is Jon Reid (vocals/guitar), East Sooke’s Graham Mack-enzie (drums) and Aran Puritch (bass). They have forged a music style that is distinct yet dynamic, lyrically engaging, power-pop rhythms, and rock raw energy. Influences have included the Tragically

Hip,  Tom Petty, and Counting Crows.

They are on a roll and Johnny Galactic will be releasing their new CD, “Keep Off the Grass,” which includes seven original tracks.

“Over the last decade these songs were writ-ten through heart-break, and joy; from the somber dorm rooms in College, to traveling to every continent on the planet, and through life around my home in Vic-toria, BC. This album has been an adventure in the making,” said Jon Reid.

The CD release party, with special guests: husband and wife alt-country duo Bucko and Toad and singer/song-writer Deevin Avairis, takes place on Sunday, April 21, Upstairs Caba-ret – 1127 Wharf St.

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Elvis Presley was first and foremost a gospel singer. He grew up in the deep south where gospel music was heard in every church. It was the soul of the south and was the precursor to rock & roll. Elvis won his Grammy awards for his gospel songs which were his roots.

Steve Elliott, known for his Elvis Elite show, is bringing Elvis to the Sooke Baptist Church, 7110 West Coast Road, on April 20 at 7:30 p.m.

“I performed at the Legion last year and it was a great sell-out,”

Elliott. “It’s a differ-ent side of Elvis we’re

taking to Sooke right now, we’re bringing the

other side of Elvis.” He said the older

songs, sung by “Elvis,” have stories and bring back a lot of memories for people.

“There was a lot of emotion in those songs for him,” said Elliott. Elvis Presley loved gospel music and would play far into the night at Grace-land and stated his voice was a gift from God.

Elliott will perform his solo show with backup tracks rather than other musicians.

Being Elvis has been a full time career for Elliott for the past eight years, every since he won the Canadian championship contest. He has trav-elled all across Canada

and the U.S. and most recently to Mexico with Elvis Elite. Born and raised in Nanaimo, Elliott was always artistic, he draws cartoons for com-munity newspapers and came upon singing as an after thought when he walked into a karaoke contest at a local mall. He won a set of Elvis CDs and the rest is history.

Gaye Patterson from the Baptist Church is excited about bring-ing Elvis to the church. They have had blue-grass, blues and folk music at the church but this concert is a first.

“I think it will be quite wonderful, it’s the first time for Elvis,” she said.

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Our Creator asks that we care for the earth and each other. If you were to make a list of all the people and things you care for, where in the list would the word “me” fall? Why isn’t it at the top of the list? To be at the top isn’t selfish, it is wise.

You too, need care and nourishment; not just food for your body but nourishment for your innermost being so you can really be

for others. For you, self-care may be found in religion or a particular spiritual practice: meditation and rituals, both time honored ones and those you’ve created for yourself. But they’re not the only places. What are some others?

Could you develop new ways of caring for yourself? Doing something that you are not only attentive to but are becoming aware of at a deeper level? Because, our God, our Source is found many places within our daily routine, so pay attention!

Don’t just chat with your neighbors, have a genuine conversation. Enter into it fully and you can be as nourished by it as much as being in prayer or meditation. In other words, a spiritual connection with God is part of our day, part of everything we see and do. Be aware.

Be good to yourself and learn to accept what life sends your way because all of our experiences have a nugget of truth and treasure for each of us personally. There is something to be discovered. Each person is God’s Masterpiece and created for the fullness of life. We need not add yet another thing to our daily line-up but rather choose to fully enter into the life we daily live.

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Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2013Time: 7:00 pmPlace: Shirley Community Hall 2795 Sheringham Point Road, Shirley, BC1. Proposed Bylaw a) Proposed Bylaw No. 3759, Juan de Fuca Land Use Bylaw, 1992, Amendment Bylaw No. 107, 2013 (to zone lands in the Shirley and Jordan River Official Community Plan area that are currently regulated by the Juan de Fuca Subdivision Bylaw No. 189)Due to advertising deadline, other items may be included on the agenda. For confirmation or further information, please call 250.642.1500.Visit the JdF E.A. website: www.crd.bc.ca/jdf

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Arts & EntertainmentSooke Coffee House heads for West My Friend

When we had a recent cancel-lation of the act we had booked for our April 20 Coffee House, we were scrambling to get an alternative act to perform. It was then we received an email from Jeff Poynter who was looking to bring his band, West My Friend to our Coffee House. We quickly did our research and found out that this group of young Blue Grass musicians were incredible and wasted no time in securing them for this month’s event. West My Friend are Eden Oliver, Adam Bailey, Alex Rempel and Jeff Poynter.

Since West My Friend was con-ceived in a Victoria café in 2009, they’ve emerged as a unique voice in the city’s music scene. Described as everything from indie-roots to chamber-folk, their acoustic blend of instru-ments and four-part harmonies challenges the conventions of popular music to create a per-formance that is both engaging and innovative.

Songs are created through a collaborative process: well-crafted and clever lyrics, acro-batic mandolin riffs, flawless bass lines, and richly textured accordion combine as every member brings forward their own ideas and experiences.

The wealth of musical expe-rience and classical training in the group creates an interesting

backdrop for their songwriting, allowing for levels of detail, intri-cacy, and counterpoint balanced with moments of simplicity. This sonically adventurous approach to music defines West My Friend as a key part of a growing move-ment of the new generation of grass-roots folk music taking place across British Columbia.

A love for the songs of The Decemberists, The Black Keys, Mother Mother, Beirut, Bob Dylan, Owen Pallet, Joanna Newsom, Mumford & Sons, The Punch Brothers, and Iron & Wine adds to this diverse musi-cal palette.

In 2011, the director and pro-ducers of the Victoria Interna-tional Fringe Festival show BFA: The Musical asked the band to provide recorded backing tracks for their production.

Having created a four-song hand-made EP in 2011, West My

Friend recently released their first full-length album “Place.” Having garnered multiple award nominations (including Roots Album of the Year and Song of the Year at the Vancouver Island Music Awards), this record is a significant step forward for West My Friend; the group’s col-laboration with producer Adrian Dolan (The Bills, Mark Atkinson) and Juno-Award winner David Travers-Smith (The Wailin’ Jen-nys, Oh Susannah) provides a strong underpinning of experi-ence in folk-roots music for this promising young band.

You are not going to want to miss this lively night of toe-tap-ping music. It all happens this Saturday evening, April 20 at Holy Trinity Anglican Church on Murray Road. Doors open at 7 p.m. with open stage at 7:30 and our feature at 9.

Submitted by Dave Gallant

West My Friend plays Sooke on Saturday.

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of Sooke, BCon Sunday, April 7th, 2013

Susan will be sadly missed by her sisters: Janet Ludwig, Aileen & Sylvia Bailey; also her nephews Kailen Levesque, David Ludwig, Sean Ludwig and his wife Whitney and her neice Marissa Benson.

The family invites Susan’s friends and acquaintences to a celebration of Susan’s Life to be held

SATURDAY, APRIL 20th at 11:00 A.M.at the SOOKE BAPTIST CHURCH

7110 West Coast Rd.The Sooke Choir will attend; Pastor Dwight Geiger to officiate. A light lunch will follow.

When it’s time to travel there,I think I’ll wear a smile,I’ll say good-bye to those I love,but only for a while,knowing there are otherswho have travelled there alone,who cannot wait to greet meand to whisper “welcome home.”

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE BC

Help Tomorrow’s Families Today– leave a gift in your will.

legacy@rmhbc.ca

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

A.G.M. Sooke Animal Food & Rescue Society. April 26th, 6-7pm. upstairs at Village Foods

CALL FOR ENTRIES11TH ANNUAL

Kitty Coleman WoodlandArt & Bloom Festival.

Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show.

Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 17,18, 19

Applications for Artisans are available at

woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

PLANT SALE

9am to 12 noonSaturday, April 27

EVERYONE WELCOME

SOOKE SENIORS’ BUSWednesday, April 24

Mattic’s Farm$8.00

Pick-ups 9 am, Hall 9:30 amJune

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DEATHS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

SOOKE GARDEN CLUBMEETING

Wednesday April 24th7:30Pm

St. Rose of Lima2191 Townsend RoadNewcomers Welcome

Speaker:

Lynda Dowing“The Lavender Lady”

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

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

SOOKE MEALS on Wheels, , 1585 O’Neill Road, Sooke, BC V9Z0T5. Alma Anslow 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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HELP WANTED

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN required at Jenner Chevroletin Victoria BC. Rare opportu-nity for a top performing,quality & customer focusedteam player. Email: mgray@jennerchev.com

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HELP WANTED

CLUXEWE RESORT Mgr. re-quired by Kwakiutl Band Council in Port Hardy to man-age cabins, campground and restaurant. Enquire for job de-scription or apply to manag-er@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-949-6066 by midnight on April 12, 2013. F/T. Salary com-mensurate with experience.

EPCOR Water Service in Sooke is looking for a full-time temporary Operator for up to 6 months (with possibility of ex-tension). The Operator will be responsible for the operation of the Sooke Wastewater Treatment Plant and Sooke Wastewater collection system. For more information and to apply, please visitwww.epcor.com/careers, and refer to IR27029. The deadline to apply is April 19, 2013.

FULL TIME/PART TIME Class 1 or 3 driverwith air, required

immediately for Port Hardy. Bulk fuel/off road exp. an

asset. Clean abstract. Competitive wage package w/benefi ts. Send resume by fax to 250-949-6381 or email

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PLEASE.

HEALTH DIRECTOR required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description /apply to Ca-sey.Larochelle@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-949-6066 by mid-night on April 30, 2013. P/t (0.7 FTE), salary commensu-rate with experience.

HOME CARE NURSE required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. En-quire for job description / apply to Casey.Larochelle@kwa-kiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-949-6066 by April 30, 2013. F/T, salary commensurate with ex-perience. Good benefi ts.

THE LEMARE GROUP is ac-cepting resumes for the follow-ing positions:• Coastal Certifi ed Hand Fall-ers-camp positions• Coastal Certifi ed Bull Buck-ers • 980 Operator-Dryland sort• Grader Operator• Line Machine Operator• Heavy Duty MechanicsFulltime camp with union rates/benefi ts. Please send re-sumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to offi ce@lemare.ca.

THE SOOKE NEWS Mirror cautions readers about send-ing money to obtain informa-tion about any employment opportunities

WANTED: HOUSE cleaner for two professional persons 3 to 4 hours per week. Bonded preferable. Call 250-642-4906

MEDICAL/DENTAL

Registered Nurses &Licensed Practical NursesBayshore Home Health

Bayshore Home Health is currently seeking Registered and Licensed Practical Nurs-es to support our Pediatric clients for home/school care in the Victoria area. Pediatric experience is an asset, al-though we do offer client specifi c training, Trach/Vent courses and other on-going training supports. If you are an RN or LPN and love working with children, we would love to hear from you.

Interested individuals are encouraged to Fax resume

to our Burnaby offi ce: 1-866-686-7435 or

Email:pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca

TRADES, TECHNICAL

CONCRETE FINISHERS & Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experi-enced concrete fi nishers and form setters for work in Ed-monton and Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommoda-tions provided for out of town work; Fax 780-444-9165 or Jobs@RaidersConcrete.com

GUARANTEED JOB Place-ment: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas In-dustry. Call 24hr Free Re-corded Message For Informa-tion 1-800-972-0209.

PERSONAL SERVICES

ART/MUSIC/DANCING

MUSIC LESSONSWith

Katrina, Gary or Mattat

Kemp Lake Music CafeAll Ages All Levels

250-642-7875

ESTHETIC SERVICES

INSURANCE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certifi -cation, adoption property ren-tal opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

MEDICAL HEALTH

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

ARE YOU applying for or have you been denied Canada Pen-sion Plan disability benefi ts? Do not proceed alone. Call Al-lison Schmidt 1-877-793-3222 www.dcac.ca

COMPUTER SERVICES

DRYWALL

GARDENING

BEST DEAL Yard main. Lawns, power raking, hedging, power washing, clean-ups. 250-217-6850

ELITE GARDEN MAINTENANCERenovating Older

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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

JUNK REMOVAL 7 days / wk.Fast Service, Best Prices!! Free quotes. (250)857-JUNK.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

BRAD’S HOME CAREQuality with competitive prices for all your home

needs.*Lawn & garden

*Installation and repairs of decks, fences

*Minor plumbing and elec-tric

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

One call does it all.778-679-4724

FLOORING SALEOver 300 Choices

Lowest Prices Guaranteed!Laminates - $0.59/sq ftEngineered - $1.99 sq ftHardwood - $2.79 sq ft

Overnight Delivery in most of BC!www.kingoffl oors.com1.877.835.6670

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

MASONRY & BRICKWORK

MAMMOTH LANDSCAPING & Masonry - Have the luxury of masons and horticulturists working together on your pro-ject. For consult call Calvin Veenstra - 250-883-7666

& MOVING STORAGE

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

SOOKE MOVING ANDSTORAGE

Heated indoor storage, self contained, various sizes, 24 hr. security. outdoor storage available. Public access 9-5pm. Mon.- Sat. 2018 Idle-more Rd. 250- 642-6577www.sookemovingandstorage.com

PAINTING

B L Coastal Coatings. Quality, reliable, great rates. All your Painting needs. (250)818-7443

DAN KITEL Painting

216-3095Interior/Exterior

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250-812-8781

CONTRACTORS

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ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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*New Construction*Reroofs *Repairs

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250-642-4075

WELDING

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

AUCTIONS

Auction Huge 3 Restaurant Like New Equipment Auction. April 20 @ 11 AM at Dodd’s Auction 3311-28 Ave, Vernon. 1-866-545-3259 View photos at doddsauction.com

FUEL/FIREWOOD

#1 , DRY FIR Sooke Special

$180.Split & Delivered

250-642-4230SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest fi re-wood producer offers fi rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

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SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

STEEL BUILDING - Blowout clearance sale! 20x22 $4,188. 25x26 $4,799. 30x34 $6,860. 32x44 $8,795. 40x50 $12,760. 47x74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

CONTRACTORS

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REAL ESTATE

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake,

in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational

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

Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land.

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HOMES WANTED

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REAL ESTATE

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

AFFORDABLE RETREAT in Port Hardy! 3 br, 1 bath, withfull addition in Beaver Harbourpark, just $39,00! Recent up-grades incl. roof, electrical,counter tops, bath, fl ooringand more. Owner may carrywith min. down. 250-896-2273for further info.

LANGFORD MOBILE home inSeniors Park, upgraded interi-or, fully furnished, A/C, fencedyrd, shed & workshop. PRICEREDUCED to $35,000. Call250-590-2450.

OTTER POINT RV Trailer Park. 40’ park model trailer (nopad fees) 3 slide outs +30’x52’ lot, fi nished deck &shed in new condition. Opento offers. Call 306-290-8764.

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

GRANT MANOR Newly renovated

suites, Starting at

$675 per moTo view call 250-642-1900

SOOKE- TOP fl oor corner, ocean front 2 bdrm condo.Fresh paint, clean, new kitch-en fl oor. NS/NP. $850 mo. CallCornelia 250-391-8484.

COTTAGES

1 & 2 BR Cottages, waterfront, Sooke core, Avail. Now$600/mo. 250-882-6621

1 & 2 BR Cottages, waterfront, Sooke core, Avail. Now$600/mo. 250-882-6621

2 BR Waterfront Cottage. Beautiful water views, N/S,Ref’s Req’d $900/m + utils. .250-642-2015

COTTAGE AVAILABLE: 6month term. City Center,$500/m plus utilities. 250-642-7985

METCHOSIN- 1 bdrm coach house. Avail June 1 or sooner.$750mo inclds cable, W/D.Utils not incld. NS/NP. Call(250)478-8438.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

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To me there’s nothing like fresh herbs. They are healthy, tasty and beautiful. And most of them smell so good! With herbs, scissors and a bit of imagina-tion, it’s easy to jazz up a bland meal, perk up a cold summer drink, or whip up a tasty and unusual dessert. Some herbs make delicious teas, some are known to reduce stress, and some promote fresh-ness in and around the house. Herbs are used medicinally and are a source of essential oils, the foundation of aro-matherapy, which is gaining popularity as an alternative/comple-mentary medicine.

Although buying fresh-cut herbs at a local store or outdoor market may be an option – the operative word here is ‘may’ – it is generally an expensive one. On the other hand, growing herbs at home in the ground or in con-tainers is easy and has the obvious culinary advantage of provid-ing immediate access to absolutely fresh, organic and super nutritious flavourings. Moreover, it can be a good investment. Many herbs, for example, are hardy perennials, returning year after year with increased resilience. Some, like rosemary and lavender, are small shrubs that add ‘curb appeal’ to landscapes, although they are equally lovely and at home in con-tainers. Herbs tend to be pest free, relatively easy to maintain, toler-ant of the inattentive gardener (like me), and easy to harvest.

In the garden, herbs can serve as repellents, keeping pests away from crops and people. They also attract beneficial insects, which feed on pests, as well as butter-flies and bees, our most important pollinator. In

short, herbs offer a wide array of benefits and demand little in return. They are good for us and for the planet.

Lynda Dowling knows a thing or two about herbs. She has been growing them on in

Metchosin for 30 years. The farm sits on the old goat pasture of property purchased by her grand-father in 1910. When she moved there in 1983, the herbs were already there; the lavender came a few years later.

Lynda is guest speaker at this month’s meeting of the Sooke Garden Club. Her presentation will go ‘beyond parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme’ to the how-to of creat-ing herb gardens to suit

specific purposes. Is it to be a medicinal gar-den, culinary garden, tea garden, craft gar-den, edible flower gar-den, children’s garden … or simply a beauti-ful garden? Particular attention will be paid

to the growing trend in small space and box/container gardening.

Please join us April 24, 7:30 p.m., at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church on Townsend Road. Also on the agenda: parlour show,

plant sale, and sale of contest potatoes. New members are always welcome. Member-ship is $15 and can be purchased at the door. sookegardenclub@yahoo.ca or phone Rose at 250-642-5509.

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The Sooke Seahawks PeeWee football team earned their first vic-tory of the season with a hard-hitting 14-0 tri-umph over the Gordon Head Raiders on April 14. The win improves their record to 1-1.

The offence was sparked by Matt Holmes who bowled through would-be tack-lers for two long touch-down runs in the first half. Andy Abel helped ensure the victory by converting some key third-downs late in the game, while Bailey McMillan moved the chains all day with big catches including one where he simply willed the ball away from two defenders.

McMillan also led the charge on defence with a blocked punt and a forced fumble deep in Seahawks’ territory in the fourth quarter to preserve the shutout. He was part of a defen-sive line that, along with Jordan Schutt, Randy Ross, Kyle Berger, Eli-jah Leversedge, Gabe Christie and Nathan Eldridge owned the trenches and domi-nated the Raiders’ offence.

The few times Gor-don Head got away from Sooke’s front four, defensive halfbacks Ethan Agar, Spen-cer Leslie, Dreyden Lindquist and Nick Pol-lock kept them from

getting far. And corner-back Tie Boake played outstanding, coming up strong in run support and making an inter-ception in his own end zone late in the game.

Kicker Alec McK-enzie helped the Seahawks control field position with his deep kick-offs and excellent punts, including a cou-ple from inside his own 10-yard line. McKenzie also went one-for-two on converts.

Quarterback Jacob Laliberty played an especially courageous

game one year plus a day after his mom, Christina, lost her bat-tle with cancer. The entire Sooke Seahawks community misses her and knows she was watching and cheering as her son led the team to victory.

The Seahawks hope to get a winning streak started when they host Nanaimo April 28 at Westhills Field in Lang-ford. Kickoff is sched-uled for 2:15 pm.

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Peewee Seahawks out hit Raiders to earn shutout win

This Sunday April 14, Sooke’s pre-Atom Seahawks football team squared up against Oak Bay where they faced down Gordon Head. Although they lost this game, the Seahawks played a stronger game than last week.

The team has a limited number of players, so there is very little time to rest and recover on the side-lines. For the most part, the players are on for almost the full duration of the game, so they demonstrated excellent stamina.

“The boys played a great game, with a better understanding of plays and routines” writes Emily Lock in a game summary.

Last week, the pre-Atom Sooke Seahawks faced down the Saanich Wolverines at Copley Park in Saan-ich, Sunday April 7 at 11:00 a.m. The Wolverines dominated the game, closing with 37:0.

If you are interested in enrolling your children in football, visit the Greater Victoria Minor Football Association’s website at http://www.victoriafootball.ca/ and click on the “Spring 2013 Registration” link on the banner.

Financial assistance is available through the Canadian Jumpstart program and Kidsport Victoria. Links to these programs are on the victoriafootball.ca website, on their registration page.

Sooke’s pre-Atom Seahawks up for the challenge of growing as a team

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Sooke pre-atom Seahawks play a very challenging game against the Saanich Wolverines.

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In spite of the weather, eight avid hikers show up for the monthly hike in Sooke.

You can never tell with Sooke weather. Despite pouring rain, eight intrepid hikers turned out for the first of the monthly hikes sponsored by the Juan de Fuca Parks & Recreation Commis-sion guided by the Juan de Fuca Community Trails Society. The hikers were rewarded by brilliant sunshine, spring flowers, vivid mosses and panoramic views.

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SEAPARC STARSEAPARC would like to congratulate

Ted Davies for being our � rst patron to record 100,000 lengths at our pool (that’s an impressive 1,553 miles or 2,500 kilometers). He records his lengths in our “Swim For Life Program” which is a free incentive program for those swimming lengths at our pool. This former SEAPARC Commissioner has been coming here since the pool opened and has been swimming regularly ever since. He plays hockey and slo-pitch, makes wine and is ALL about trains! Congratulations Ted!

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Although we had good kick-returns by Simon Herald #3 and awesome runs by both Owen Cheng and Jared Steele, our O-line didn’t respond well: we failed to score a point and didn’t connect offen-sively with blocks  or ball-running  against the Gordon Head Raid-ers.

Having said that, we fought hard with Caleb Carrier, Jacob LaMon-tagne, Miguel Black, and Jacob O-Te’s Riley Stratton; and, Carson Montague had great improvement on block-ing.

The defence held their own, holding the high scoring Raiders to 18 points while making two big interceptions, by league-leading free safety Ben Power and Thomas Lowerison with his first of the year.

Many good tackles by corner-back  L.P. Gagnon, Ben Power, Jared Steele, and Quinn Macdonald. Grayson Hoolaeff wearing #51 saw his first touch-down saving tackle, with more to come! There was also a great

game-ending tackle by #68 Kieran “take em down” Franklin on the star quarterback from the Raiders!

Other play-ending tackles came from O-liner Jacob LaMon-tagne and line-backer Spencer Logan-next

game Westhills sta-dium-Sunday against the Nanaimo Lions.

Coach Andy Carrier

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Ever heard of Pickle-ball? You’re about to. It’s coming to SEAPARC.

Pickleball combines badminton, tennis and ping pong. It’s played using a paddle on a court the same size as a doubles badmin-ton court using a net two inches lower than a standard tennis net. The game is played with a hard paddle and a smaller version of a wiffle ball.

Not too sure why it’s includes the notion of a Pickle. And we’re still trying to figure out what a wiffle ball is. Stay tuned.

Pickleball?

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Sooke Atom Seahawks fought hard and came up short.

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District of Sooke council approved a modification agree-ment to two covenant on the property behind Village Foods that is the site for a laundro-mat and carwash. The covenants had been put in place to require the owners to dedicate, design and construct a road connecting the existing roadway to Lin-croft Road.

The owners (J.C.B. Holdings) no lon-ger want to create that roadway but are requesting the amend-ment to build a seven-metre road dedicated to the District of Sooke along the private prop-erty extending east behind Village Food Markets.

Councillor Herb Haldane stated, “this was all about trying to appease the neigh-bourhood issue,” and should be to benefit all Sooke citizens. He said this laneway doesn’t take care of traffic flow. He said he was against this amendment. Hal-

dane wondered if this was a “staff initiative.”

Mayor Wendal Milne said he would defend staff on this. He said the road to Lincroft was in the wrong place. Milne also said this amendment was con-sistent with the longer term transportation plan and this little road would provide some temporary relief.

Robert Martin, who has been a strong oppo-nent to the proposed car wash/laundromat, and who owns prop-erty directly behind the site, said, “I thought this was a no-brainer.” He supported the amend-ment stating that the north-south road to Lincroft was in the wrong location accord-ing to the district’s transportation plan. He said, if that road was built, headlights would be shining in people’s windows and the road would become a circle route for trucks. Con-necting Logan Lane to the future Water-view Street, “saves the neighbourhood.”

Other agenda items included the 2013-2014

Corporate Strategic Plan, the 2013-2017 Five Year Financial Plan and Sooke Marine Rescue vessel.

The Corporate Stra-tegic Plan drew some comments from resi-dents and was deferred to the next meeting to take into account com-ments received at the April 8 meeting.

Comments included considering the value of cultural planning; planning for an aging population; a marine life theme for Sooke; supporting business in Sooke through the work of the Chamber of Commerce; diversifica-tion of economic devel-opment; environmen-tal protection; and the connector road and the need for a economic

analysis.In the five-year finan-

cial plan it is expected that Sooke property owners can expect a very small tax increase of 1.88 per cent. The 2013-2017 Five year Financial Plan will be adopted after a process of public consultation. An Open House is sched-uled for April 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the district council chambers.

Staff will be sending a letter to the Cana-dian Marine Search and Rescue Organization in support of the Sooke Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue unit entering into an agree-ment for the use of the marine rescue services and vessel for emer-gency responses.

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