MetchosinVol. 23 Issue 11 Muse November 2015 A NON-PROFIT COMMUNITY PUBLICATION Metchosin Wins in Garrison Re-elected in the Federal Election! Esquimalt– Saanich–Sooke Brian Domney

Incumbent Randall Garrison of the New Democratic Party was sent back to Ottawa with a comfortable majority on October 19. Of the 89,523 eligible voters in the riding, 68,220 voted, a 76.2% participation rate, significantly higher than in recent elections. Preliminary results for all candidates are as follows:

Candidate Party Votes % Randall Garrison New Democratic Party 23,836 35.0% David Merner Liberal Party 18,622 27.4% Frances Litman Green Party 13,575 19.9% Shari Lukens Conservative Party 11,912 17.5% Tyson Strandlund Communist Party 136 0.2% Moderator Johnny Carline with, from left to right, David Merner, Frances Litman, Tyson Strandlund, Randall Garrison and Shari Lukens. Brian Domney photo Prime Minister Elect Justin Trudeau has committed to intro- ducing electoral reform with a move to proportional repre- sentation, so this election could well be the last when voters Johnny Carline such a range of opinions, that in Metchosin, though he may are only able to pick just one in a list of strong candidates. we ourselves can hone our not have won many votes, he By the time you read this, the understanding of issues and still received applause. I wit- election will be over and we appreciation of the range of nessed that and I knew I lived will all know which party possible solutions. Without in a good place. “won” federally and who our that diversity of opinion, there I hear how our governance Famous Singing Scientist local elected MP is. But at the is no democracy. So we are system is “broken.” And yes, time of writing, I have no idea well served by all those who we could surely do better on what either result will be. So are brave enough to run for important issues like home- Visits Metchosin what gives with the headline? office, even those we cannot lessness, climate change and Well, I am fresh from agree with. so on. But compare what we the All Candidates Meet- Then there was the audi- have with Syria, Afghanistan ing hosted by the Metchosin ence. This was a last minute or the Democratic Republic Community Association on effort, after the advance polls of Congo, to name but three. October 14, and by the end of had occurred. Would anybody Our governance system is like that I saw, like never before, come? Well, Metchosin resi- a performance car that needs just how lucky we are. dents turned out in force. Ev- a bit of a tune up. Theirs is First off was the fact that ery chair the Hall owns was like a bullock cart where the the event occurred at all. I occupied and people stood wheels have fallen off and the had always taken all candi- around the sides and back of bullock slaughtered long ago. dates’ meetings for granted the hall two and three deep. The election matters, of but it appears that had not They listened attentively, course. That is why candi- happened in Metchosin for a wrote out thoughtful ques- dates and their teams work federal election in some time. tions to be put to every can- so hard and why we give up So I was delighted that, when didate, and applauded good our evenings to listen to their we realized that Metchosin answers even from candidates views and stand in line for a did not have an all candidates that they did not support. good while to cast our ballot. event scheduled, the MCA Occasional murmurs of dis- We care about the outcome, agreed to step in and organize sent quickly subsided. But the and we should. Scientist/songwriter Tony Turner is interviewed by the media one. golden moment came in the But the October 14 All closing comments. The young Candidates Meeting demon- before an impromptu political rally gets underway on Saturday, Then there was the fact October 3 in Metchosin. Brian Domney photo that, unlike elsewhere, we Communist candidate, with strated for me that no matter invited all five candidates and sublime irony, said, to much which candidate or party they all came. Their perspec- laughter “I concede that it is a succeeds in the election, we tives ranged from true blue possibility that my party may in Metchosin are all winners Tory to radical Communist not form the government on in the process that determines Important Dates Monday.” And then “… but that. and all the shades of pink, See also the Events listing on the back page, and for orange and green in between. I thought it was important And I know you would be And that, too, is a good thing. that I come and present our disappointed if I didn’t men- ongoing events, the directory of organizations. It takes courage to present point of view.” The audience tion that the MCA organizing erupted in the loudest and that meeting is just one more one’s opinions and ideas for Nov. 1 Daylight Savings Time ends. Fall back one hour! public approval. It is an in- most sustained applause of reason to call 250-478-5155 tensely personal business and the evening and even the and take out – or renew– a Nov. 4 Metchosin Garden Club: Fascinating Fungi ...... p. 2 the experience can sometimes other candidates joined in. membership in this organiza- Nov. 5 Metchosin Seniors Association AGM ...... p. 4 be very hurtful. Think of it. In some other tion that does so much for this But it is only by being countries he would have been community. Nov. 6 Talk and Walk: Mycoblitz! ...... p. 3 exposed to, and considering silenced. But here, in Canada, Nov. 11 Remembrance Day Nov. 14–15 School of Stinking Fish Art Show ...... p. 10 Daylight Savings Time ends Shop Nov. 17 Metchosin Emergency Program Info Session .... p. 3 on Sunday, November 1. ☞ Nov. 20 4H Information and Registration ...... p. 12 Locally Nov. 21 “Violence Against Women – It’s a Men’s Don’t forget to set your Issue” talk at the Community House ...... p. 6 clocks back one hour. Tell them you saw it Nov. 27 Film Night: Paul Watson: Eco Pirate ...... p. 13 in the Muse! 2 Metchosin Muse • November 2015 Letters to the Editor Metchosin Muse The Metchosin Muse welcomes letters to the editor, of not more than 200 words. Your letter may be edited for c/o E. Carlson, 4985 La Bonne Road, Victoria, BC V9C 4C5 editorial style or length. Please email your letter to [email protected], or leave it at the Metchosin Country Store. Please sign your letter. An address and telephone number are required but will not be published. EDITOR SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND Brian Domney, 250-474-3966 HOW TO SEND COPY [email protected] The 15th of each month. Please send horses) from Weir’s Beach copy as an email attachment using Hey, you in Please pick from May to September EDITOR EMERITUS Microsoft Word, text or RTF to: just the same as every other Jo Mitchell, 250-478-1671 [email protected]. Typewritten or the white up after your beach in the Greater Victoria [email protected] handwritten copy is acceptable if you area? It’s disgusting to see have no access to a computer. Do not MUSE TEAM send PDFs. Photos should be high pickup! dog dog droppings in the sand Stevie Bahrey resolution, i.e., not taken with phone which is used by beachgoers Joan Bradley or tablet. Leave hard copies of articles Please enable me to thank the Unfortunately, the word during the summer season. Eileen Carlson in the Muse box at the Metchosin two gentlemen in the white has spread (like it did with Is it okay that you might Joannie Challenger Country Store or fax 250-483-5352. pickup who assisted me when beach fires) that you can run lay your towel down on a Brian Domney Please visit our website for more I crashed my bike on Kan- your dog off-leash at Weir’s smelly pile or, worse still, that Laura Farquharson information: www.metchosinmuse.ca garoo Road last Wednesday beach. Not only do the dogs little kids playing in the sand Barrett Fullerton afternoon. After 170 kilome- run free but owners rarely come across dog droppings? Joan Gilbert AD DEADLINE th tres I was down on alertness pick up their dog droppings. This situation is an ongoing Joan Kew The 15 of every month for and dropped my chain on a The number of dogs has problem and a serious health Peter Lewis month-end publication. Jim MacPherson clumsy shift, ending up on increased significantly in the hazard. There is scientific evi- Dauna Neveaux ABOUT THE MUSE the road tangled up with my last couple of years. Here are dence that dog feces washed Susan Palmer The Metchosin Muse is a local non- trusty velo. Luckily, the bike two incidents that occurred into the oceans cause bacterial Barb Sawatsky profit, arts, interests and activities pub- wasn’t damaged and neither this summer. A dog ran into infestations and mutations in lication, produced by the Muse team. was I apart from my pride, our yard and chased down sea life. ADVERTISING The opinions expressed in articles are but the two gents approach- and maimed a wild rabbit Dogs should be on a leash Peter Lewis, 250-474-3260 those of the authors, not the paper. ing from the opposite direc- while I was standing there. at all times at Weir’s Beach [email protected] The Muse endeavours to promote tion came to an immediate That was revolting to see. and have restricted access harmony and involvement in the halt and offered every assis- Another incident resulted in during the summer season. CLASSIFIEDS community and aims to interest a tance. Thanks, guys! a dog flushing a large buck Other animals being harassed Eileen Carlson, 250-478-1036 broad cross-section of the residents of [email protected] Metchosin and Becher Bay. Cyclists have been known out of the woods and chasing is one thing, but will it take to bad-mouth guys in pick- it onto the beach where it ran a person being the victim ACCOUNTS The Muse is delivered, free of charge, ups so while I don’t want to straight through beachgoers of an attack to remedy this Eileen Carlson, 250-478-1036 to most households in Metchosin. repeat this specific experience, and ended up in the ocean situation? [email protected] Copies are also available at Metchosin it’s good to have an opportu- swimming for its life. Add J. Leigh Hughes Country Store, the Community House, nity to remind everyone that that to loose dogs fighting and DESIGN AND LAYOUT the Municipal Hall, The Broken there are good Samaritans out owners yelling at one another Joan Kew Paddle Coffee Shop, My-Chosen Café, there and their kindness is to control their dogs and you Red Barn Market, Happy Valley Store, appreciated. get the picture. DISTRIBUTION Bill’s Food and Feed, Royal Bakery, Why is it that Metchosin CO-ORDINATOR Willow Wind Feed & Tack, and at the Dave Macmurchie Barrett Fullerton Juan de Fuca and Goudy branches of Shawnigan Lake does not restrict dogs (and the Victoria Public Library. EVENTS [email protected] MAILING ADDRESS CURRENT CIRCULATION: 2800 c/o E. Carlson ( July/August: 3000) 4985 La Bonne Road Metchosin Garden Club Presents Victoria, BC V9C 4C5

On the web at www.metchosinmuse.ca Fascinating Fungi Judith van Manen www.metchosinmuse.ca Visit our website! Wednesday, November 4 The Muse website provides a quick way to access Metchosin’s at 7:30 pm, Metchosin monthly newspaper, and it allows those with vision challenges to Community House, magnify the .pdf files to a comfortable reading size. 4430 Happy Valley Road The current issue and issues from the past year are there, along with contact information and information for submissions, advertis- Have you ever wondered ers, and deadlines. why fungi are so mysterious? Monks and murderers have turned deadly toadstools to Muse Subscriptions their advantage and artists and authors have fallen for We can mail the Muse to you each month the fascination of mushrooms. for $25 a year if it is to be posted to a But Danielle Stevenson’s Canadian address. Please send your enthusiasm for fungi is fueled information and cheque to the Head of by her interest in how to grow our Subscriptions Department: fungal food and medicine in Joan Bradley her own garden. She is our King Stropharia (Stropharai rugosoannulata) 10 Bradene Road speaker at the November 4 Victoria BC V9C 4B1 Metchosin Garden Club Tel: 250-478-3451 meeting. estimates) 500,000 fungal in permaculture, organic food In her slide presentation spores. production, and ecological Or you can email us at Danielle will highlight three restoration. She launched [email protected] • Fungi have long been used super garden fungi compan- as a direct source of food – D.I.Y. Fungi in order to offer ions: King Stropharia, Elm as mushrooms and truffles, educational workshops to Oyster, and Shaggy Mane. as a leavening agent for people of all ages. METCHOSIN MUSE AD RATES These beneficial companions bread, and in the fermenta- What better way to unlock Display Ad Sizes 1 Issue 2-5 Issues 6-12 Issues can boost plant growth, con- tion of various food prod- the mysteries of fungi but by trol pests, and build healthy Bus. Card (H)- 4"w X 2.5"h $47.00 $42.00 $38.00 ucts, such as wine and beer. attending Danielle’s presenta- soil ecosystems. Not only tion? Please join us at our last Bus. Card (V)- 1 7/8"w X 5"h $47.00 $42.00 $38.00 will you learn how to make a • Some magic mushrooms 2X4 - 4"w X 4"h $77.00 $67.00 $59.00 are known for their halluci- meeting of 2015 – we won’t be mushroom bed but also how back until February 3, 2016. 1/6 page - 4"w X 5"h $95.00 $87.00 $75.00 to plant mushrooms within nogenic effects. 1/4 page - 4.9"w X 7.6"h $145.00 $129.00 $115.00 your veggie beds. • Fungi have been used 1/2 page - 1O"w X 7.5"h $285.00 $265.00 $240.00 for the production of Insert 8.5" X 11" (supplied only) $259.00 per month per month Fascinating Facts about antibiotics. Full Width Banner x 2"h $96.00 $88.00 $76.00 Fungi • In China people brewed Daylight ☞ Full Page Ad (if available) $569.00 ~ no additional taxes ~ alcohol from fungi over • Genetic studies have 9,000 years ago. Savings Time shown that fungi are more Discount on 2-5 and 6-12 issues. Full payment in advance of publication • The largest living thing closely related to animals ends on Sunday, on Earth is a fungus – a Cost To Design Ad Classified Ads than to plants. First Time Ad Layout 25 words or less $10 single individual fungus November 1. and Design $35.00 Deadline: 15th of each month. • Some species of fungi can in Oregon spans 3.7 square Submit Camera Ready ad N/C. Monthly payment push up asphalt with a lift miles, and is between 1,900 Don’t forget to Full payment in advance. in advance. Please call of approximately 400 kg. and 8,650 years old. For more information please Eileen Carlson 250-478-1036. set your clocks call Peter Lewis 474-3260. • The pillow on which you [email protected] put your head at night Danielle Stevenson is a fungi back one hour. hosts (at conservative specialist with a background November 2015 • Metchosin Muse 3 Attention Metchosin: TALK AND WALK Unless otherwise stated, talks are at 7:00 pm at the Municipal Hall, 4450 Happy Valley Road, located behind the Fire Hall. Are you part of a “POD” Fall Series in your neighbourhood? The 5 Ws and an H of Metchosin Neighbourhoods

Kathleen Sutherland

Who? Think of each POD Where? Possibly in your very When? The sooner the bet- as being a little community own neighbourhood! Some ter as we can’t predict when of people within the larger neighbourhoods already have emergency events may hap- community of Metchosin. It established PODs but many pen. With winter coming, now is people who live near each have not. (Communities with would be a great time to get other and often already know established NEPP/PODs are prepared for a winter storm or one another, at least enough likely to have a more positive high-wind event – being with- to say hello when passing on outcome should a significant out electricity for long periods the street. event occur.) at a time can affect us all. We were very lucky this summer What? The Neighbourhood Why? Although many natural to have missed a major fire. Emergency Preparedness Pro- disasters cannot be prevented, gram (NEPP) is a provincially we may be able to lessen their How? If you are interested in sanctioned program that helps impact through preparation. being part of a NEPP/POD, Tuberia punicea or Christmas Naucaria, an extremely rare communities be better pre- This can be as simple as get- or would like more informa- fungus found inside hollow ancient Arbutus trees. pared for emergencies. In the ting to know each other, keep- tion, please let us know by Photo by Moralea Milne event of a major disaster or ing eyes and ears open, and emailing EOC@metchosin​ event, it could be well over 72 being able to communicate emergencyprogram.ca or call- MycoBlitz! – Friday, November 6 (Talk) hours before help is available. with each other, to being more ing 250-478-1307. In Metchosin a NEPP is involved by taking courses to Our Third Annual MycoBlitz and tenth Talk and Walk a series of neighbourhood learn more about emergency For more information about on the endlessly fascinating topic of fungi! To date the streets grouped together, tra- programs (including taking Metchosin’s Neighbourhood exact presentation is still a closely held secret but Adolf ditionally called “PODS.” It is free first-aid training through Emergency Preparedness and Oluna Ceska, BC’s preeminent mycologist team, will often as simple as neighbours NEPP), and possibly getting a Program: www.metchosin​ undoubtedly inform and entertain! helping each other by com- discount on your house insur- emergencyprogram.ca/nepp/ municating about lost/found ance. Neighbourhoods, which Saturday, November 7 – MycoBlitz! We will meet at the pets, cougar/bear alerts and are prepared, are more likely Municipal Hall at 9:00 am and split into groups to set out suspicious activities, similar to cope effectively during on an only slightly competitive hunt to find our fungal to a Neighbourhood Watch. the event and recover more neighbours. We will return at noon to the Community quickly afterwards. House for a delightful few hours where we will host a fungal film fest. Please bring your own bag lunch; we will supply tea EMERGENCY PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION and coffee. Double bill: “Know Your Mushrooms” and “Kem and Andy’s Fungal Follies.” In the meantime the experts will be identifying the toadstool treasures at the Municipal Hall, ready for the “Reveal,” to take place after Metchosin Emergency Program the magical mushroom movies. Dawne Kirwan, Metchosin Emergency Program See you there!

2016 Teasers: ever wondered what procedures are in place, Dr. Jane Watson on Sea Otters, the world’s most Emergency Program Information Session: in the event of an emergency or disaster? How adorable sea mammals! – Friday, January 15 Metchosin Emergency Program is Metchosin mobilized to respond and what Tuesday, November 17, 7:00 pm are the roles of those who do respond? Co-existing with Carnivores (Bears, Wolves and Metchosin Fire Hall You will receive an overview of how Cougars, Oh My!) – Friday March 4 Metchosin’s Emergency Program responds to Did you know Metchosin’s Emergency Pro- an emergency. Come have a look inside our Contact [email protected] for further information gram is made up of five components – EOC, EOC – see how it is structured and gain some about these programs. ESS, EmCom, SAR and NEPP? understanding of how it functions. There are What do all of these acronyms stand for and many roles required to keep an EOC function- how are they all connected? What role does ing and you never know, one of those roles each component play, not just in an emergency, might be for you. Check out the classified ads on page 15. but in the community as a whole? Have you

Metchosin Halloween at the Fire Hall

Please join the District of Metchosin and the Metchosin Volunteer Firefighter’s So- ciety for the annual fun-filled Halloween event at the Fire Hall. Hot dogs, hot choc- olate and coffee, Haunted House, and the Costume Parade. For more information, contact Chief Dunlop at 250-478-1307. Fireworks and Your Livestock

To help reduce stress on pets and live- stock, this year’s Halloween fireworks will consist of “no report” fireworks to lessen trauma to your animals. The fireworks will start shortly after 8:30 pm. with a single warning shot, followed three minutes later by the 15-minute show. The start time of the fireworks will depend on the weather. More exact information on the time frame will be posted on the web at www.metchosin.ca on October 31. Please check this website so that you will have the latest information.

Left: The Metchosin School House Museum in the fog. Photo by Doug Clement 4 Metchosin Muse • November 2015 Metchosin Seniors’ Association (Incorporating SIRC) Annual General Meeting Anne Richmond, President, MSA

make sure you have a ticket (obtainable from 2nd Annual General Meeting the SIRC office). Thursday, November 5 at 2:00 pm At approximately 3:15 to 4:00 pm refresh- Council Chambers, District of Metchosin ments will be served and there will be a chance to mingle with other members and the On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am new Board of Directors. pleased to invite all members and other interested persons to attend our 2nd Annual SIRC Dates for Your General Meeting. Come and enjoy a lively presentation by our guest speaker, Sharon Calendar MacKenzie, the founder of the i2i Intergener- ational Society, on creating intergenerational Saturday and Sunday, November 28 and 29, learning opportunities within the community. 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Metchosin Community The AGM is an important constitutional House. Facilitator River Chandler of Theatre meeting of the association, which allows Works will help members create a short drama members to hear about the activities and illustrating seniors’ issues, which will kick progress of the association and to help set its off our community consultation day on future direction. It is also an opportunity for December 6. All ages welcome. you to get directly involved in running the organization. Sunday, December 6 from 2:00–5:00 pm. The AGM agenda can be found on our After a showing of the drama/comedy(?) on website: www.metchosinseniors.ca seniors’ issues, participate in an all-commu- Immediately after the meeting the draw nity discussion on SIRC’S direction in the will be held for the Gourmet Dinner Raffle, so community. Happy 100th Birthday, Refreshments will be served at both events. Joan Watkins! NOVEMBER 2015 Wendy Piggott Council News

Joan’s grandfather, George Pears, homesteaded in Metchosin in 1867. Her father, George Wallis McMeakin Pears, was born in 1877 in Metchosin and lived all his life on Happy Valley Road. Joan was born on October 21, 1915, and aside from a few No Soil Permit Delivery years attending high school in Victoria, and her years of service in England during World War II as a Flying Officer, R.C.A.F. Property owners are reminded that from November 1 to April 30 each year, soil deliv- (W.D.) (MID), with No. 6 Canadian Bomber Group, Joan has ery is restricted in order to lessen the wear and tear on Metchosin roads during the wet enjoyed her century of life in Metchosin and continues to winter months. Limited amounts of fill may be permitted in some areas, depending on reside on a portion of the original Pears property. the amount and location of your property. Contact staff to find out the requirements for dumping fill during these months. Winter Roads Services

Metchosin’s public works is ready for ice control and snow plough service. Salter/sanders have been installed on all four trucks, with salt/sand already loaded for quick response. Call out protocols have been set in place for quick crew response with additional staff on call if needed. Priority Roads Service

Please remember that ice control and snow plough service is provided on priority route basis with Happy Valley, Metchosin, William Head, Rocky Point and Kangaroo Roads be- ing top priority. Next are school bus and BC Transit routes, followed by all other roads. Help Us and Be Prepared

Equip your vehicles with good winter tires, carry chains. All-season tires lose their pliabil- ity and traction at 7 degrees Celsius. Avoid parking vehicles on the road or paved shoulders at all times during the winter. Clear snow from your driveway to allow for parking. Roads with vehicles parked on them may not be plowed. Clear snow to the left side of your driveway (facing in) where it meets the road to mini- mize the amount of snow pushed back into your driveway when the plows pass. If you have an urgent medical appointment or are a medical professional needing to get to work, call the Emergency Program Coordinator at the Metchosin Fire Hall at 250- 478-1307; or after hours, Langford dispatch at 250-478-9555 and ask for the Metchosin duty officer to be paged. District of Metchosin Meeting Schedule – NOVEMBER 2015

Below are the meeting dates and times for the upcoming month. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers unless otherwise noted. Finance Committee, Nov. 2, 7:00 pm Parks & Trails Advisory Council Meeting Nov. 2, 7:00 pm Committee (PTASC) Nov. 17, 7:00 pm Planning Committee Nov. 9, 7:00 pm Environmental Advisory BBB Torch Award Winner - Community Service Parks Committee Nov. 9, 7:00 pm Committee (MEASC) Nov. 24, 7:00 pm Winner LCT Magazine Global Operator of the Year Highways and Public Heritage Advisory Works Committee Nov. 9, 7:00 pm Committee (HASC) Nov. 25, 4:00 pm LIMOUSINES Council Meeting Nov. 16, 7:00 pm “... it's how you get there." Meetings are subject to change; for updated information please call the district office at Christmas Light Tours • Wine Tours • Designated Driver 250-474-3167 or refer to the website at www.district.metchosin.bc.ca. Thank you. Staff Holiday Functions • Gift Certificates A Perfect Gift for that picky recipient! Metchosin Municipal Hall | www.metchosin.ca | 250-474-3167 | [email protected] Mention this ad for 10% off our Limousine and Bus rates! www.lalimo.ca [email protected] Visit the Muse website! 250-391-9000 http://www.metchosinmuse.ca November 2015 • Metchosin Muse 5

How the Metchosin THE FIRST EVER Annual Christmas Pancake CHRISTMAS MARKET PRESENTED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE METCHOSIN PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION Breakfast Came to Be Find Gifts, Toys, Yvonne Duclos Decorations, Yummy Baked It doesn’t seem over 20 years that we combine our events. ago that my kids attended We could collect donations Goods, Seasonal Metchosin Preschool when for the breakfast, with all Produce and lots of Mandy was teacher, school proceeds going to support a Festive Glee! photos were taken in a field preschool that has been such of Easter Lilies, Dave Nicholls an integral part of our com- passionately threatened any munity for so many years. SUNDAY DECEMBER 13 passerby who dared drive The preschool sold their trees 11:00-2:00 over the speed limit, and we in the usual location outside 2015 Behind the Fire Hall sold Christmas trees to raise the school, and referred about Bring the children to visit Santa in his funds. The Easter lilies and 75 hungry appetites across special Santa Bus!!! the Christmas trees are still the way for us to feed. A great there, and every year they success – and the buzz was on Donations gratefully accepted onboard to bring back fond memories about our pancakes, served the Goldstream Food Bank! of the special people who complete with sausages, berry touched our lives. sauce and whipped cream. Let’s celebrate Christmas and the Time passed, as it has a The second Christmas wonderful market year enjoyed by all! way of doing, and seven came along, and this time years ago my husband and I we had a place we could call had the privilege to be a part home. St. Mary’s Church of a small group who came had graciously opened their George Kogan (on Santa’s to “plant” a second location doors and allowed us to use lap) and Braden Parkinson (as for Salvation Army’s West- their facilities to gather every Santa’s elf) at the Windsong song Community Church in Sunday afternoon. We were Community Church Pancake Breakfast. Metchosin. We hosted several so excited to be able to offer Photo by Yvonne Duclos events at the Community the breakfast again, and, with Hall in order to introduce such wonderful facilities, it part of our community. Sug- our church to our neighbours only made sense to have the gested donation $3.00/person and residents of Metchosin. tree sales, Santa, the crafts and $10.00/family. Some of you may remember baked goods, and breakfast And … Christmas Dinner our Barn Dance, Jazz night, all in one location. Appar- update: For those of you who Sundae Sunday, our famous ently word had travelled far for the past eight years have chocolate fountains, our and wide about the Christ- generously donated your great food, the llamas, goats mas culinary experience in time, food and/or funds (and and poultry we brought to Metchosin, and we served to those of you who’d like to), Metchosin Days, and our very well over 300 eager eaters! All Salvation Army’s Westsong special night, “Up Close and the preschool Christmas trees, Community Church Annual Personal” with Colin Arthur. crafts and baked goods disap- Christmas Dinner will be held We were still in the planning peared. Thanks to everyone’s Sunday, December 5 at 6:00 stages, with no place yet to support, Westsong Salvation pm in the auditorium at Our call home, and Christmas Army Annual Metchosin Pan- Lady of the Rosary, 798 Gold- was coming. We booked the cake Breakfast was born! stream Ave. Westsong has Community Hall, and were Pencil in Saturday, De- provided Christmas dinners, excitedly planning our next cember 12, 9:30–11:30 am on entertainment and toys to event – Breakfast with Santa. your calendar and help us those having a need, whether With less than a month to support Metchosin Preschool it be financial, spiritual, or go, we were all gathered in at St. Mary’s Church, 4125 companionship. We have our living room to finalize Metchosin Road, for pancakes served over 250 dinners each the details, when something with all the trimmings, have year, and count on your kind- drew me to the latest edi- a photo with Santa, buy some ness and compassion to make tion of the Muse. I casually yummy baked goods, and this evening a great success. If flipped through the pages, do some Christmas shop- you would like to contribute when right before my eyes ping at the preschool craft this year, please email Yvonne was the article that changed it table. Pre-order your luscious at [email protected]. all. Metchosin Preschool had live Christmas trees from Salvation Army Westsong submitted an article advertis- Metchosin Preschool (250-478- meets each Sunday at 10:30 ing their annual Christmas 9241). They will be available am in the Isabelle Reader The- tree sale and photos with for pickup from St. Mary’s atre at Spencer School, 1026 ON ART! Santa, and it was on the same Church December 12 from Goldstream Ave. We’d love to 2015 day that we had scheduled 9:30 am–1:30 pm. have you join us. We’re just

our event! We pondered how Thank you again to St. real people, with a casual, HOOKE D we could, in good conscience, Mary’s Church, which has contemporary, relevant style GE T continue with the plans for continued to provide the (and great coffee). Why not & our event on the same day as venue for the now “tradi- consider coming along for our Saturday Sunday the preschool, when a revela- tional” Westsong Salvation Christmas Eve candle light November 14 & 15 tion came to us. We could still Army Annual Metchosin service from 6:00–7:00 pm? ON ART! reach out to the community, Pancake Breakfast! Please visit our website at 10am- 5pm and support the preschool at Breakfast by donation, www.westsong.ca. HOOKE D the same time. We contacted with all profits for sustaining Stinking Fish Artists 2015 the preschool and suggested the preschool, an invaluable schooling under one roof! GE T at West-Mont Montessori 4075 Metchosin Rd

ON ART! — SPECIAL GUESTS — New & old artists in the ‘hood! Thank You from St. Mary’s Maps on website & in Metchosin at HOOKE D The Broken Paddle, The Sugar Shack, Metchosin Store & GLOW Arts, etc. Anglican Church GE T Ruth Bennington ON ART!

St. Mary’s Metchosin Anglican Church • Glenrosa Farm Restaurant for the wishes to acknowledge everyone who sup- wonderful scones; and HOOKE D

ported and contributed to the success of our • the Pathfinders and Guides of the 1st Blackberry Festival, especially: Langford Troop for serving in our tea GE T www.stinking fish studio tour.com • 250-478-4358 • Royal Bay Bakery for their generous room. donation of time and expertise in the making of our pastry; Thank you all! Tell them you saw it in the Muse! 6 Metchosin Muse • November 2015 The Old Folks’ Garden Jan Poulin

Ten years ago John and Daisy Bligh produced and sold $2000 worth of tomatoes from their property on Metchosin Violence Road – not bad for an 85-year- old woman and a 90-year-old man. They have both passed Against Women – away. Their granddaughter, Janette Poulin, continues their gardening tradition. Each It’s a Men’s Issue growing season she prepares the soil there, and plants and Mona Makhjavani-bossi cares for numerous varieties of vegetables. She says she feels very close to her grand- Violence Against Women – It’s a Men’s Issue parents in their garden. Daisy and John Bligh in their garden on Metchosin Road. video and discussion This year she entered some Saturday, November 21, 7:30 pm of her produce in the Metcho- Metchosin Community House sin Day contest. The results the biggest sunflower, the beloved Metchosin soil. They of the contest were printed in weirdest vegetable (from her would be happy to see their Jackson Katz is an educator, filmmaker, author and a October’s Metchosin Muse and grandpa’s fingerling pota- granddaughter following creator of a gender violence prevention and educa- I was given credit for pro- toes), as well as ribbons for in their footsteps. It is good tion program entitled “Mentors in Violence Preven- duce which wasn’t mine. Our garlic and beans. She received to see that their zest for this tion,” which has been actively marketed to the U.S. names are similar – Janette seven ribbons, far more than earthy activity in Metchosin military and various sporting organizations. On Poulin is my daughter, John I did. has been inherited. Their November 21, in recognition of “International Day and Daisy’s granddaughter. The old couple enjoyed spirit lives on. for Elimination of Violence against Women,” you It was Janette who won first harvesting vegetables and are invited to the Metchosin Community House at prize for the biggest pumpkin, digging potatoes from their 7:30 pm for an evening discussion on one of Jackson Katz’ talks. The topic of the video we will be viewing and discussing is “Violence Against Women – It’s a Men’s Issue.” Come commemorate this special UN- An Inheritance for the designated day for women and take part in explor- ing thoughts, feelings and solutions related to this compelling issue in our society. Following the video Metchosin Museum Society and discussion there will be refreshments and ongo- ing discussion. Welcome one and all. Jim MacPherson

For the first time, the Metchosin Museum Soci- significant amount of work, some of it struc- ety actually has some real cash. tural. The Pioneer Museum would benefit Shop Locally Upon his death, Eric Clay, long-time resi- from improvements and renovations. There dent of Sooke and Metchosin, left bequests to is no shortage of places where the inheritance both the Metchosin and Sooke Museum Societ- could be spent. ies. The Metchosin Museum Society inherited With its inheritance, the Museum Society approximately $114,000. now has the ability to access granting agencies John Horgan, MLA Mr. Clay pursued a very active interest in for funds to undertake projects. How will the the histories of Sooke and Metchosin ever money be used? The Board of the Society is Juan de Fuca since his father built the Metchosin Corner actively pursuing a variety of options. Store in 1930. The Metchosin Museum Society is a volun- The Metchosin Museum Society oper- tary organization responsible for the care and ates two museums. Society President Wendy maintenance of Metchosin’s museums. The Standing up Mitchell calls them Metchosin’s Crown Society invites you to become a member of and Jewels – the Metchosin School Museum and contribute to the Society. For further informa- the Metchosin Pioneer Museum. The Met- tion, please contact Wendy Mitchell by email for our Rural chosin School is 140 years old and requires a at [email protected]. Communities The Dedicated Docents of the M–F 10am–4pm Please contact my #122–2806 Jacklin Rd. Victoria, BC V9B 5A4 office if you need help Metchosin Museum Society T: 250-391-2801 with any provincial Pat Holloway john.horgan.mla @leg.bc.ca government issue. Another active season has www.johnhorganmla.ca ended at the Metchosin School Museum. More than 400 visitors have

JH-MetchMuse-1502.indd 1 2015-02-16 12:36 signedPM our guest book since Landscape Design last April and the comments Dean Straith range from “Awesome” to Excavation, “So neat to see all the past” to “Amazing!” trucking and Many thanks to our vol- unteer docents who open Bette-Marie Tuckey, a docent for 15 years, attended the school in tractor services. the schoolhouse to visitors the 1940s, and has a few stories of those days – just ask her. She is Saturdays and Sundays from pictured here talking with Simone, Jaelyn, and Micah Marchioro, Slate, flagstone, April to October. Their duties visiting from Vancouver. include assisting visitors in sand, gravel finding family members and Tayler, Ann Stewart, Andrew Museum Society with repairs friends, answering questions Spray, Ardella Russell, Marga- and fundraising events as and soil. regarding the artifacts and ret Roper, Jennifer and James well. the history of the community, Rischmiller, Sarah Richardson, You can support the Met- Water features. and maintaining the building Jan Poulin, Bess Page, Wendy chosin Museum Society by 250-589-6599 Garden design. and grounds. Without them, Mitchell, Donna McKenzie, shopping for and/or donating the schoolhouse could not be Pat Holloway, Linda and Cy books at the Book Barn, lo- [email protected] Deer-proof nursery. open to the public! Hemus, John Harris, Dick cated at the Pioneer Museum, A very big thank-you goes Gallagher, Werner Faust, open Sundays 11:00 am to 2:00 out to the following mem- Patricia Erwin, Dayna Christ- pm. There is a drop-off book Project and Property management. bers who have served the Rowling, Joannie Challenger, bin for your convenience! community as docents at the Peter Brown, Donna Brandle Please – no encyclopedias. schoolhouse museum in 2015: and Penelope Arden. Got questions? Want to Over 30 years Of service On the sOuth island. Gini Walsh, Camilla Turner, Many of these volun- volunteer? Call Pat Holloway Bette-Marie Tuckey, Cookie teers support the Metchosin at 250-478-0765. July/August 2015 • Metchosin Muse 13

NEWS FROM HANS HELGESEN November 2015 • Metchosin Muse 7 Metchosin’s Corissa Sivorot to compete in ☞ Flu Glenrosa theA VoyageIUKL World Kettlebellof Discovery Championships Vaccinations Glenrosa MarK wheen Glenrosa Christopher Kelsall, Victoria Sports News The CompleteSeniors Information Bobcat, Trucking & Mini Excavating Services Grades fi ve and six students Resource Centre (SIRC) and Metchosin’sat Hans Helgesen Corissa Elementary Sivorot The World record is ap- Metchosin4604 Fire morland Department road, metchosin, B.c. V9c 3x4 willSchool be recentlyrepresenting embarked Canada on at proximately 200 times. 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This Stephanie Dunlop, Fire www.glenrosafarm.com Wild Greenthe school. Hans Children: Helgesen community has supported Chief and Emergency have developed strong bonds Eat Island over the last six years at Hans School would like to thank these students in their early Program Coordinator, Eat Island Helgesen School. Sharon Cooper and Chief Russ stages of learning, provid- [email protected] Eat ! Island Chipps from Beecher Bay for ing them with confi dence to C 250-883-4472 ! GeocachingAfter 45 minutes the stu- ! dents arrived at their desti- making this fi eld trip possible. transition successfully into the W 250-478-1307 nation, hungry and eager to Also thanks to the parents next stage of their learning. Mexplore.argaretha Several Burnett parents were lookingwho provided for. We the went lunch to our and We wish them well as they there to greet the canoes and chosenchaperoned destination, the group powered and steer a course towards posi- to the teachers, principal and tive change in their own lives Flu shots now Geocachingserve lunch onmakes the beach.nature Af- up our devices and started 30% off select items school district for supporting and the lives of others. available any time. walkster an hourwith kidsof exploring, fun! Really! the our search. Once we got close for the month this wonderful day. It is part treasure hunt, part to the cache, our app dinged, map-reading, part problem- telling us we were close. Then we put ourselves in the solving, and partTH exploration. Geocaching14 is a worldwide JUAN DEmind FUCA of the person hiding the activity, some(METCHOSIN) would say ob- cache.SCOUTS We asked CANADA ourselves session, involving following “Where would I hide a cache GPS co-ordinates and clues to if this were mine?” If the kids hidden containers or “caches” started getting discouraged, scattered in rural, urban we read any supplied hint. Gord Reimer and even aquatic locations The pictures online helped throughout the world. too. Though sometimes it Memorial In preparation for a recent felt like we were searching hunt with my kids, I went forever, it was always worth it to hear the excited call, “I YouthRiley, Albin and Award Hamish online to geocaching.com geocaching in Devonian Park. found it!” where I had already created a 2015Margaretha Burnett photo free account, and chose three Our first cache was hiding • Housekeeping in a crevice that was obscured local caches. 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Inside there is always a small Thisto as award there are is very over unique a hundred as Mark and Lisa Alysha• those Becker in a location and Markus I want Meyer to receive their Chief Scout Awards geocaches in Metchosin, over Call now for a FREE estimate! from the Honourable Judith Guichon,logbook, Lieutenant-Governor a pencil plus an of as - it is voted on solely by the 250-217-6128 explore; WestShore Chamber of Commerce member British Columbia. sortment of smallCurtis treasures.Becker photo Scoutinga thousand youth. in Greater To be consid-Victoria • those that have been eredand justfor thisshy award,of three the million re- Some treasures we have seen Email: [email protected] “favour­ited” often as these include a bouncy ball, some cipientactive geocaches must be someone throughout who Metchosin’sare often scenic/unusual/ Newest Pokemon trading Chief cards, a showsthe world. great Join spirit, the enthusiasmover four or memorable; Harley-Davidson button, dice, andmillion commitment geocachers not who only par to- Scouts!• those that have been re- a Harry Potter action figure, theirticipate Scouting in this peerswonderfully but to the All phases of excavating and trucking. cently found (ones that are the inside of a Kinder Egg (no entireengaging Scouting pastime/ community. hobby/ SanDra Meyer anD curtiS becKer Logging • Stump removal • Riding rings years old may be missing food!), a Hello Kitty pencil Thisaddiction! award All will you be needproudly is a or in disrepair); sharpener, crayons. 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And of course a wild Insured, quality work, free estimates sures”with their which Chief they Scout’s could Award. bring exchange (for equal or lesser green child (or at the mini- Local Resident since 1964 to restockAchieving or switch this award out with is a long-termvalue commitment.– it is bad form These to trade mum, a wild green heart). itemsScouts in were the cachesrequired we to were achieve bothsomething their Voyageur dismal for and some Path-- Cel: 250-589-0192 Dennis Josephson fi nder Awards. To achieve these awards,thing awesome, Scouts are and required very Home: 250-478-0192 to meet fi ve important requirements:good karmaCitizenship, to restock Personal a cache For more info on geocoins, 663 Lombard Dr. Development, Outdoor Skills, Spring/Fallthat has been Year-Round looted), weCamper hitchhiker caches, travel bugs, Award and Leadership. In additionsigned to these the book,awards, took Scouts a com are- microcaches, and a list of cool also required to achieve the Worldmemorative Scout Environment group photo, Award, and acronyms like CITO (cache in, and be qualifi ed in Standard Firstpacked Aid and everything CPR along back. with As 30 is trash out), as well as places that hours of volunteer time. required, we put the container are banned to physical caches On May 30, Markus and Alysha,back along in exactly with nine the othersame place (Parks Canada, private prop- Greater Victoria Area youth, wereit presented was originally their hidden.well-de- erty), check out: http://adventure. served awards by The HonourableWe Judith were Guichon,lucky, no OBC,muggles Lieu- howstuffworks.com/outdoor- tenant Governor of British Columbia,(non-geocaching at the beautiful folk) Berwick were activities/hiking/geocaching.htm. Theatre in Royal Oak. All of us inabout, the Metchosin so we did Scouting not have Com- to For more information on mem- munity are very proud of this prestigiousbe surreptitious. accomplishment. Once home, bership, which gives you even Carsonmore options Loughridge. including creating Congratulations, Alysha and Markus!we logged into geocaching. Curtis Becker photo com, recorded our find(s), custom searches, searching for uploaded a picture of our caches along a specific route, get- awesome geocache hunting ting pictures of the site to “help” One of the geocaches found by party, and made a comment. find the cache, and more, go to Check out the classified ads the young geocachers. One of the finds was very wet, www.geocaching.com. Margaretha Burnett photo on page 15. 8 Metchosin Muse • November 2015 Another Sweet Apple–Bee Festival!

October 4, 2015 was a beautiful, warm fall day, perfect for Metchosin’s annual Apple–Bee Festi- val. Many people came out to enjoy both the festival and the Sunday market. Photos by Joan Kew.

Left: Attendees got to make their own pies with the Girl Guides, and then take them home to bake them.

Looking for the queen bee.

The juice table, where they try to give it away as fast as they can press it.

Students from Pearson Gary Kangas explained how apples were College prepared and transported to the New World in potatoes. First, served apple sauce and they had to come here to “discover” potatoes, then dehydrated apples. they had to take them back to Europe in order to collect the apple shoots!

This is a great opportunity to try the many varieties of apples that grow in Hurling apples is always a highlight for the kids at heart. Metchosin. November 2015 • Metchosin Muse 9

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This jam is open creates abstract, sculptural, to community members of all wearable fine art jewellery ages and levels of talent. combining the magic of metal Looking for that one-of- traditional silversmithing Bring a ukulele, capo, tuner, with her imagination. In 2011, a-kind jewellery piece for techniques, creating mod- music stand, clip-on light, and Heather received the Best someone special? Featured ern designs that result in a few songs you are willing Jewellery Award at the Sooke this fall in the School of uniquely wearable art jewel- to share/ lead/ teach others. Fine Art Show, for a sculp- Stinking Fish Show are two lery pieces. 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Erin Van de Water this month, and continuing on inspires and brings hope and development, Mbira Spirit’s The next Bandwagon the first Friday of each month joy to all who participate. It’s “Edu-tainment” has a positive Music night is Friday, November 20 at the Met- Who doesn’t like grooving to thereafter, the Metchosin a cultural experience! impact through their shar- chosin Golf Course, and a good tune? If you’ve been to Community Association has Together, Amy and Ta- ing of culture and diversity, will feature the Kicks any of the Bandwagon events organized a different, unique fadzwa promote, celebrate, with music that fosters world Band (light rock for your at the golf course, or to any musical talent to be featured. and recognize the Arts peace, love, and harmony for dancing or listening plea- of the musical events at the Starting off the music through their Cultural Arts all who listen. sure). Kitchen and Bar Community House, the Hall, nights on November 6 is Centres on Vancouver Island If you’re interested in a open at 5:30 pm. Music St. Mary’s Church, or any- Mbira Spirit, a duo composed and in Magunje, Zimbabwe. night of uniting this Com- runs from 7:00 to 9:00 where else within the bound- of Amy and Tafadzwa, who They aim to preserve tradition mUNITY through song and pm. Admission: $5 dona- aries of our beautiful Metcho- are artists and educators and heritage, and support dance, see you Friday, No- tion goes to musicians. sin, you know how much fun playing African, reggae, folk, local and sister communities vember 6 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm it is to have live music close spiritual, and gospel music. to build and sustain a sense of at the Metchosin Community to home. If you haven’t yet While entertaining audiences community wherever they go. House. Tickets will be avail- had the chance to experience with their sweet harmonies, By seeking to improve qual- able at the door only, with a this toe-tapping sensation, joyful dancing, and captivat- ity of life by accepting our suggested donation of $7–$12. now is the time to find out ing stories, Mbira Spirit’s individual differences as the what it’s all about! Starting music, message, and presence sources of cohesiveness and

house happenings Metchosin Community House 4430 Happy Valley Road Info: 250-478-5155 Email: [email protected] Web: www.metchosincommunityhouse.com Ongoing Programs Fridays Parent and Tot Program – 9:30–11:30 am. We invite moms, dads, caregivers Mondays and their young children to join us Friday mornings for our community Par- ent and Tot Program. Children will enjoy our new toys, books and craft op- Vancouver Island Health Authority Adult Day Program – 9:00 am–3:30 pm. portunities. Parents will enjoy our relaxed, supportive environment, parent Contact Mobile Program coordinator Ken Hillicke at 250-213-2440. resource library and opportunities to connect with other parents and kids. We look forward to seeing you and your little ones. For more information Pearson College Students Outreach – 3:00–4:30 pm. Helping seniors and please call Nina at 590-2540 or email [email protected]. youth in our community. Invite Pearson College students to visit or help with a project. Particularly aimed at Metchosin seniors, but call 250-478-5155 Pearson Student Teatime Drop-In – 2:45–4:30 pm. Enjoy a cup of tea and and leave a message for Jane Hammond or John Hollemans, to see if you conversation with international students from Pearson College. might be eligible. Ukulele Gathering – 5:00–6:30 pm, second Friday of each month. Tell all Knitting Café. On the first and third Mondays monthly, 7:00–9:00 pm, your ukulele-playing students, friends and relatives! Spread the word! Open knitters of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome to this informal to community members of all ages and levels of talent! Bring: a ukulele, and friendly get-together. For information call Laura, 250-478-1197, email capo, tuner, music stand, and a few songs you are willing to share/ lead/ [email protected]. teach others with appropriate song sheets for others, if not from songbook below. Suggested songbook: Jumping’ Jim’s Daily Ukulele (as a base resource Singalong – Metchosin Rough Voice Choir – The Rough Voice Singers meet to work from) if you have it. at the Community House on the second and fourth Monday of each month from 7:00–9:00 pm. All are welcome to join us at this fun, drop-in group Film Night – 7:00–9:00 pm, November 27, Metchosin Community House. where a “good singing voice” is not a requirement. $2 donation to the Com- Suggestions, comments, please contact Ric at [email protected]. munity House. Contact Barb Sawatsky (250-478-0553). Tuesdays Events

Drop In Painters Art Group. This friendly and supportive group of artists Music Night and hobbyists meets Tuesday mornings 9:30 am–noon at the MCH. Every- – Friday, November 6, 7:00–9:00 pm. Kicking off the MCA’s one is welcome. monthly music nights is Mbira Spirit! Join us Friday, November 6, for this special two-hour concert of guitar, mbira and cultural sharing. Playing Afri- Knitting Cafe. On the second and fourth Tuesdays monthly, the Knitting can, Folk, Reggae, Spiritual, Country, Blues and more. One World, One Love. Café has afternoon sessions from 1:00–3:00 pm. See the Monday listing for No pre sales, pay at door, suggested donation $7–$12. contact information. Goosefeather Performance – Wednesday, November 25, 8:00–9:00 pm. Games Afternoon. Every third Tuesday of each month from 1:00–3:00 pm. Naomi Steinberg is a professional storyteller from Vancouver. She has Bring a game of your choice, bring a friend and a snack if so inclined and worked with traditional folk and fairytales for more than 14 years. Come prepare to have some fun. Everyone is welcome. and participate in the art of storytelling by attending a rare and wonderful evening. Naomi will be sharing Goosefeather on the last leg of her world tour, Wednesdays here in Metchosin. Aimed at audiences aged 12+. Doors open at 7:45 pm, story: 8:00–9:00 pm. Donations graciously accepted. For more information: Vancouver Island Health Authority Adult Day Program – 9:00 am–3:30 pm www.goosefeather.ca (see Monday for details). Pearson College Christmas Concert – Sunday, December 6, 7:00 pm. Met- Garden Club Meetings – 7:30–9:00 pm – Metchosin Garden Club. Our en- chosin Community Hall, 4401 William Head Road. The choir of international thusiastic and informative club features a guest speaker on relevant garden students promises to delight its audience with songs of the season. A deli- topics on the first Wednesday of the month (except June, July, August, De- cious dessert raffle and refreshments will be served with the proceeds going cember, January) at 7:30–9: 00 pm. Membership is $10/year or $2 for drop- to the Metchosin Community House. Admission is by donation. There will in visitors. For more information call Suze Bowen (250-298-7877) or email also be a food bank donation box for non-perishable goods. [email protected]. Foot Care Program – The last Monday of each month a foot care nurse offers Thursdays foot care services. Appointments are half an hour. Appointments are be- tween 10:00 am and 2:30 pm. Please call 250-664-6810 to book. Creative Rug Hooking – First and third Thursdays, 10:30 am–1:30 pm, led by Sheila Stewart, certified Instructor of Traditional Rug Hooking. Beginners The Art on the Walls – November: Bonnie Tipton-Rennie and Kimberley are welcome, but should contact Sheila (250-595-6406, or send email to Thompson. The works will be on display at the House for the month of [email protected]) to discuss needed supplies. Experienced rug November with an open reception on November 7 from 5:00–9: 00 pm, all hookers are invited to bring their own projects. Bring a bag lunch; tea and welcome. The House is open Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–1:00 pm for viewing. coffee available. No fees but donation jar available to cover refreshment The Art on the Walls program offers the House as a wonderful venue for costs. artists to show and display their works. For more information please call the MCH at 250-478-5155. Community Potluck Lunch – Last Thursday of each month, 12:00–1:30 pm. All welcome. 12 Metchosin Muse • November 2015

Metchosin 4H Metchosin 4H Club – Cloverbuds are back!

Marie-Térèse Little invertebrates (bees) and children and their parents or plant and soil projects (ag- caregivers such as demon- The Metchosin 4H commu- riculture, horticulture, or strations, judging, building nity club is finishing its fifth agro-forestry). educational displays, public The 4H program pro- speaking and games. (http:// season of “Learn to Do by Great Horned Owl Photo by Christina Carrières Doing” in Metchosin and we vides young people with an www.bc4h.bc.ca/). Metchosin are eagerly anticipating ex- opportunity to learn how 4H spells OPPORTUNITY pansion of our club into our to become productive, self for everyone involved in the sixth year, with new projects assured adults who can make program. and four new leaders. By their community and coun- In 2016, children from age Owls a Fall Feature popular demand, the Clover- try a fantastic place to live six to 19 years are welcome to buds program (for children and thrive. This is fostered join our 4H community club. aged six to eight years) will through project and program An information night and work, experiences with their registration for the coming at Wild ARC run again starting in January. other 4H club members and year (January to November 2015 has proven to be Heather Schmitt an exciting, fun, stimulat- leaders and their participa- 2016) will be held at the Met- ing, knowledge-building tion in district, regional and chosin Community House on and event-filled year for the provincial programs. The Friday. November 20 from This season has been a record- and eat on his own. Time in Metchosin 4H members and overall goal of the 4H pro- 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Registration breaking one for BC SPCA Wild ARC’s outdoor aviar- their parents. A highlight of gram is youth development; forms including a fillable Wild ARC, which saw nearly ies will provide him with the summer was that many the objectives are to incul- pdf for 2016 can be found 30 percent more patients the opportunity to exercise of our members were able to cate knowledge, leadership, at http://www.bc4h.bc.ca/ arriving during the sum- and continue to regain his proudly show their animals citizenship and personal resources/publications (click mer months than last year. strength, and rehabilitators and practice showmanship development. on the link for 4H Member- As autumn arrives and the feel optimistic for his full at the Coombs country fair, The purpose of the 4H ship Application). The parent last of the babies are released recovery. “Cases like these are Metchosin Day and/or the program is to prepare girls handbook is readily available into their new wild homes, it incredibly rewarding for our Saanich Fair. The Metchosin and boys for their future as for free at http://www.bc4h. would seem to signal quieter team,” explains senior wildlife 4H kids are eagerly looking contributing and engaged bc.ca/pdf/1925_4HParents​ times ahead for the wildlife rehabilitator Christina Car- forward to our end of year adult citizens. 4H stands HandbookNov2010_Jan12. rehabilitation centre. Fall rières. “We’re very grateful pizza and ice cream wrap- for Head, Heart, Hands and pdf. Please include your brings its share of distressed to have the knowledge, the up and awards afternoon on Health. The 4H organization child’s vaccination, health patients, however, and Oc- facilities, and the community November 21. is dedicated to young people and care history (name and tober typically means many support that it takes to give The leaders of Metchosin and their parents/grandpar- number of primary care phy- injured raptors – particularly these wild patients a second 4H anticipate that the addi- ents/caregivers who work sician, care card number and owls – needing a helping chance to fly free.” tion of children aged nine together for the benefit of date of the last tetanus shot) hand. An excellent opportunity to to 14 years, proposed by its youth, family, our commu- or bring it to the information As the days get shorter, support the care of these owls members for 2016, will of- nity and our nation. meeting. The cost for 2016 folks tend to be heading to and the other wild patients fer more agriculture-based The 4H project consists of is $145. The majority of the work and returning home in on the road to recovery is projects to children living in numerous “units” that are fee ($95) is for your child’s the dark. Nocturnal animals just around the corner! Wild our West Shore community. often progressive in nature; insurance through BC 4H; the like owls are also active at ARC’s annual Fall for Wildlife This is also intended to give others are specific to the remaining $50 goes towards these times, often hunting Dinner Auction on November children and their parents animal or skill being learned. the Community House rental near roadsides for the small 14 offers an enticing evening additional opportunities for The variety of units within and supplies needed to run rodents like mice and shrews of delicious food and a live involvement. It is also meant a project allows for plenty the program. that make up the majority of and silent auction. “We are to cater to those kids who of learning and many chal- Please consider enrolling their diet. As a result, they are eagerly anticipating this can’t or don’t want to have an lenges for both younger and your children and becoming at higher risk from vehicle event,” says organizer Sharon animal at their home. It was older members. As part of involved in the Metchosin 4H collisions at this time of the Burkmar. “The combination proposed that we expand each project, 4H members program in 2016 to help your season, and Wild ARC sees a of a great meal and wonder- our club to include more keep records of their work kids develop community dramatic rise in the number ful supporters, paired with a vertebrates in addition to and animals throughout the awareness, leadership, com- of owls admitted with injuries wide variety of items to bid human kids, such as horse, year. With the overall mission munication and other tan- from being hit by cars, in ad- on, makes this an evening not rabbit, cavey (guinea pig of 4H to inspire, educate and gible life skills. For additional dition to those colliding with to be missed.” The event will or Cavia porcellus), lambs, develop youth into empow- information, contact Debbie windows. be held at the Four Points by chickens and ducks, and for ered community leaders, our Cooper at Metchosin 4H: One such patient currently Sheraton Victoria Gateway, at the first time in Metchosin, club plans other activities for [email protected] receiving care at Wild ARC 829 McCallum Road (beside is a Great Horned Owl who Costco). The cost will be $80/ arrived last month in critical person, or $600/table of eight, condition, weak and unable and all ages are welcome. to stand. After several weeks To purchase tickets and to of medical treatment and get all the latest news and supportive care, the owl is information, visit bcspca.ca/ now able to perch upright fallforwildlife.

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NEWS FROM West-Mont montessori SCHOOL A Glimpse Into the Life of a West-Mont Middle School Student Arwyn Ferguson-Hilliard (grade seven), Theresa Kew (grade seven), and Katerina Kurz (grade eight)

Our year is divided into five happens before the out-trip. is first thing at 8:30 am. In six-week cycles, one two- The first four weeks in a cycle community meeting we do week cycle, and one three- are where we do normal music first, where we learn week cycle. On the last week work. The fifth week we have about a song. Then we take of each cycle (except for the tests to review everything that attendance. After attendance, two-week cycle) we go on an we learned that cycle. Each we do sharing where we tell out-trip which could be to cycle has a theme. Last year others about pets, recent vaca- anywhere. Last year we went the themes were: Connec- tions, funny stories, and other to Strathcona, Salt Spring tions, Exploration, Identity, things if we want. Acknowl- (twice), Mount Washington, Systems, and Interdepen- edgments come next. That Parksville, and one where we dence. This year the cycles is where we acknowledge slept in the classroom except are: Forces, Structures, Power, people for doing something for one night when we went Changes and Balance. The and thank them for doing it. As part of their weekly service learning, some of the Middle School to Vancouver. For the out- first cycle is an orientation We can only acknowledge students chose to bake goodies for Our Place’s Thanksgiving dinner. Left to right: Theresa Kew, Isaac Van Veen, Riley Johnson, trips the grade eights work cycle, and the last one is a people who are in the room. and Will Buhr. Lucille Knox photo together to plan them, which synthesis. In orientation the Then we do jobs where the includes a cover letter, a pack- grade eights are paired with facilitator (the person who is ing list, a menu, a shopping grade sevens to mentor them running the meeting – each that we do Challenge, which it into different sections and list (for food), permission through the process. student will get a turn) re- could be a math question or a saying what different parts forms, a schedule, and they Community meeting flects on how we did our jobs question about places in the do, like “describing an action” have to run the potluck that comes right after PE, which at the end of the day. After world and then Centre (which or “introducing a character.” is our lost and found). The Then we have to put the observer (who is watching the proper grammar symbols meeting and marking down over the words. The grammar if people misbehave) thanks symbols are: nouns, verbs, people who stayed on task. adjectives, adverbs, articles, Afterward we have a lesson conjunctions, pronouns, prep- from our teachers giving us ositions, and interjections. We information that we will need come up with two or three to do our work. seed ideas, and write our own One of the things that we draft and a good copy. do in the West-Mont Middle On Friday afternoons, the School is Apprentice Sen- Middle School students par- tence; we are given a sentence ticipate in a service learning and we have to “chart” it. The activity, which is both reward- way we chart it is by breaking ing and fun.

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Film Night at the Metchosin Community House

Paul Watson: Eco Pirate (110 minutes) Friday, November 27, 7:00 pm, Metchosin Community House

Movie madness – boiling and three oceans pursuit of blood, bold vigilantism, all the world’s most notorious qualities of a bold high-seas poacher, the Thunder. captain who dodges boats and This film follows Canadian bullets from ocean poachers, Paul Watson in his early days in his unstoppable, reck- from saving seal pups with less glorious quest to save Bridget Bardot, blocking Nor- whales. His organization, the wegian ice breakers with his Sea Shepherd Conservation body lying on the ice, to goug- Society, flies the Jolly Roger ing holes in Japanese whaling on its ships and often cites ships. the motto, “It takes a pirate to Politely put, “Paul and catch a pirate.” He couldn’t the Sea Shepherd [Conser- end the destruction of habi- give a ship. vation Society] use innova- tat and slaughter of wildlife Poachers are still slaugh- tive direct-action tactics to in the world’s oceans, and tering whales today, if you investigate, document, and ensure its survival for future can believe it, and are being take action when necessary generations. chased down by these heroic to expose and confront illegal You’re gonna love our eco-pirates in international activities on the high seas.” pirate. waters where governments This international non-profit, fail to police. One such epi- marine wildlife conservation Suggestions, comments, please sode was a 110-day, two seas organization has a mission to contact Ric at [email protected]. 14 Metchosin Muse • November 2015

14th Juan De Fuca (Metchosin) Scouts Canada Out with 14th Juan de Fuca Cubs

Scouter Todd The meal plan for this week- that if they stayed up late then end camp was decided upon by they would sleep in nice and late 14th Juan de Fuca Cub Group the Cubs at Tuesday’s meeting Sunday morning. Well, as always, had an awesome fall Cub Camp and burgers was the chosen meal. the best plans should have a on October 3 and 4 at Camp After dinner and clean up we fall-back plan, and that was the Barnard. Saturday was a great then started going over knife needed coffee in the morning as day with the hike up Mount use and knife safety followed apparently the cubs decided 6:00 Benson and lunch (made by the by practical use of the knife in am was a long enough sleep! Cubs themselves) on the top with building a campfire for campfire Sunday morning, we had pan- a great view out over Sooke. As building on Sunday. Then Scouter cakes with sausages at 8:00 am Mug Up at Camp Barnard. Toby Voss photo always, going down was a lot Toby educated the Cubs on the and then proceeded to pack gear quicker than going up with no various types of campfires we up from the various corners of word of “are we there yet!” Along have in scouting and the various the cabin. With the cabin clean we the way we went over some types of songs, skits, and cheers then went over knife safety and outdoor safety and general things that can happen around the use again and the cubs started to think about when out in the campfire. We then had our formal to whittle in order to build their forest and hiking. campfire opening followed by campfires, with a goal of light- Back at camp the Cubs played songs, skits, and cheers! The most ing it with one match and have a game or two followed by them popular song was Mama Gooney it burn for at least five minutes. organizing and playing a game of Bird. So if you want to hear your We had a couple of our third-year capture the flag all on their own. Cub sing, just ask for the gooney Cubs manage to complete it and It was nice to see Scouters able to bird song. the rest have a good idea on what step back and let the youth take With the formal campfire over, they need to complete their fire control of organizing themselves we then went to the informal making for next time. – good job! That was followed campfire and s’mores was the Word was that all the Cubs up by some down time sketching order of the night followed by had a great time and great food! interesting leaves while prepara- mug up and then to the cabin for tions were made for dinner. a short sleep. We scouters figured Scouter Todd cooking burgers. Toby Voss photo

NEWS FROM HANS HELGESEN SCHOOL Giving Thanks at Hans Helgesen

Debra Stoutley this week from our neigh- memorable activity this year they are thankful for “math bours at Buy the Yard. Many for all the hockey fans here! and learning how to write.” As school is settled into its of our students have hours of For those who aren’t sports Others are simply grateful for routine, we are prompted by fun building and creating in fans, the clubs and activities having the best teachers! our first fall holiday to think the sand box area. It is an area make students happy to be at Staff at Hans Helgesen about things that make us that many ages use together school. A small group of our echo the sentiments of these feel thankful. When students and enjoy. students attended the Victoria students. They are grateful think and write about thank- Some students mention the Opera performance of Otello for their colleagues and the fulness, they usually think of sports and games that they last week. Others lead chess working and learning we do their families and home so can participate in at school. on rainy days and this week together. Some of them spoke this year I asked some of our Our district is starting Eu- we will do our first “multi-age of the beautiful setting of students (and adults!) what ropean Hand Ball this year. grouping” activity. Students Metchosin and how nice it is things they are thankful for at Basketball and Track and will meet in a group with oth- to work in a small-sized, rural Hans Helgesen Elementary. Field are also popular. Some ers from each grade and help environment. The opportuni- Some of the answers may students mention playing tag decide on our school mascot! ties to work with children and surprise you and make you with friends and playing road We anticipate many more be outdoors are some things hockey outside. A visit from activities with our multi-age that many of us are grateful Creativity on the beach at smile! Our sand pile features our Victoria Grizzlies at the groups. I’ve heard from some for. Devonian Park. end of the month should be a Hans Helgesen parents that Together, we all are grate- Debra Stoutley photo prominently in the favourites. A new load of sand arrived this was a tradition many ful for our fabulous com- years ago and they are excited munity, the parents, and to revive the “Family Groups” especially our PAC and parent they experienced when they volunteers who come with us were students here! on field trips and help fund- Several students were raise to enhance our learning thankful for our many food both inside the school and programs. We have a fresh outside. fruit program, a breakfast pro- We have so many things gram and an occasional hot to be grateful for at Hans lunch. Students can try new Helgesen! foods and old favourites. Of course, the theme days that accompany hot lunch days are a favourite too – we have had - Full hospital “Crazy Hair Day” and will facilities have “Hat Day” next! - Dentistry Students spoke and wrote about their friendships at - Dietary management school as well. Having friends - On-site laboratory, who “cheer them up” and examinations enjoy playing tag with them & surgery are just two reasons that - Extended hours friendships are important to our students. John Basterfield, DVM Academic pursuits are Margaret Cairns, DVM another aspect of the school; John Gayfer, DVM some students shared that Crazy Hair Day at Hans Helgesen Debra Stoutley photo 250-478-0422 EMERGENCY 250-386-8422 2244 Sooke Rd., Hatley Park Plaza Visit the Muse website! http://www.metchosinmuse.ca November 2015 • Metchosin Muse 15 Fire Dept. Call-Outs SEPTEMBER 2015 RCMP Call-Outs SEPTEMBER 2015 by CPL. Brian Kerr, Central Saanich Police Fire Chief Stephanie Dunlop Sep 01 Metchosin Road – Complaint of a deer Liberty Drive – Complaint of theft of hit by a vehicle. truck, stolen from residential property, Check out Metchosin Fire on Facebook or follow me on Twitter Metchosin Road area – Complaint of not yet located. @ ChiefDunlop harassment, ongoing investigation. Happy Valley Road – Complaint of a Sep 01 Clapham Drive Taylor Beach – Beach person possibly being in possession of Sep 02 Metchosin Road – Complaint of single – Medical Fire vehicle accident, one person taken to stolen property, still under investigation. Malloch Road Sep 18 Clapham Drive hospital, driver charged under the Motor Sep 15 Sooke Road – Complaint of erratic – Medical – Medical Vehicle Act. driver, passing on double solid, patrols Sep 02 Kangaroo Road – MVI Taylor Beach – Beach Tavane Road – Complaint of speeding failed to locate vehicle. Fire vehicle, not located. Sep 16 Rocky Point Road – Complaint of erratic Sep 03 Rocky Point Road – Open Burn Taylor Beach – Beach William Head Road area – Complaint of driver, vehicle not located. Fire a child custody dispute. Brookview Drive – Complaint of bear Kangaroo Road – Medical Sep 19 Weirs Beach – Beach Sep 03 Sooke Road – Assistance provided to on the property. Conservation office Fire Ambulance Service. notified. Sep 04 Tiswilde Road – Medical Taylor Beach – Beach Kangaroo Road – Complaint of lost/ Sep 17 Metchosin area – Complaint of rural Fire stolen licence plate. mail boxes possibly being broken into. Sep 05 Matheson Lake Park – Medical Sep 20 Albert Head Road – Sep 04 Rocky Point Road – Assistance provided Happy Valley Road – Complaint of Alarm Bells to the Coroner’s Service. stolen/lost licence plates. Taylor Beach – Beach Fire Albert Head Road – Sep 05 Happy Valley Road – Complaint of Sep 18 Kangaroo Road – Vehicle stopped by Alarm Bells vehicle passing on double solid line. patrol vehicle, driver arrested for driving Sep 07 Taylor Beach – Beach while prohibited. Fire Sep 21 Sooke Road – Cook Road – Complaint of a cougar Structure Fire being observed in the area. Weir’s Beach – Complaint of military Albert Head Road flare being found on beach. – Alarm Bells Happy Valley Road – Sep 06 Metchosin Road – Complaint of attempt – Commercial Open Burn break/enter to a business, no entry Sep 19 William Head Road – Complaint of an gained, still under investigation. erratic driver, vehicle not located. Sep 08 Happy Valley Road Happy Valley Road – – Medical Open Burn Happy Valley Road area – Complaint of Sep 20 La Bonne Road – Complaint – Noise log splitter being stolen from a residence. bylaw. Sep 09 Albert Head Road Sep 22 Sooke Road – Medical – Alarm Bells Sep 08 Happy Valley Road area – Complaint Sooke Road – Complaint of suspicious Kangaroo Road – – Commercial of a person being threatened, still under vehicle, not located. Open Burn investigation. Sooke Road – Complaint of attempted Albert Head Road Sep 23 East Sooke Road – Alarm Bells Pears Road – Complaint of lost/stolen break and enter to residence, reported for – Medical – Commercial licence plate. information. Sep 25 Neild Road – Open Sep 11 Happy Valley Road Farhill Road – Complaint of vehicles Sep 21 Taylor Road – Complaint of youths Burn – MVI driving erratically and doing donuts, causing disturbance on beach. Neff Road – Open patrols failed to locate them. Sooke Road – Assistance provided to Taylor Beach – Beach Burn Fire Metchosin Road – Complaint of theft of Fire Department for structure fire, still Chapel Heights Road tires from a residence. under investigation. Sep 12 Taylor Beach – Beach – Medical Fire Metchosin Road – Complaint of theft Happy Valley Road area – Complaint Sep 26 Metchosin Road – of boat motor from a boat parked at a of assault, no injury, still under Rocky Point Road Open Burn investigation. – MVI residence. Rocky Point Road – Liberty Drive area – Complaint of a safe Rocky Point Road area – Complaint of Sep 14 Harold Road – Open Burn domestic dispute, no assault. Assistance – BCAS being found in a ditch, damaged, still Taylor Beach – Beach under investigation. Sep 22 Sooke Road – Complaint of erratic Sep 17 Ferncliffe Place – Fire driver, vehicle not located. Open Burn Pears Road – Complaint of sheep Sep 29 Happy Valley Road being attacked by a dog, still under Sep 23 William Head Road area – Complaint of Derrien Road – Alarm – Medical investigation by CRD animal control stolen licence plate. Bells Sep 10 Happy Valley Road – Complaint of Metchosin Road – Complaint of erratic driver. speeding vehicles in school zone, further Sep 11 Happy Valley Road – Complaint of patrols requested. single vehicle accident, vehicle into the Sooke Road – Complaint of erratic side of a residence, no injuries, still under driver, vehicle stopped, driver found to investigation. be in medical distress, taken to hospital. Sep 12 Sooke Road – Complaint of a break in/ Happy Valley Road – Complaint of possible home invasion, one person suspicious vehicle, located and driver taken into custody, possible firearm identified. involved, still under investigation. Sep 24 Rocky Point Road area – Complaint of Happy Valley Road area – Complaint harassment, reported for information. of breach of court order, one person Metchosin Road – Vehicle stopped for arrested. excessive speed in school zone, vehicle Metchosin Road – Complaint of possible impounded. impaired driver, vehicle stopped and Sep 26 Happy Valley Road – Complaint of driver found to be sober. single vehicle accident, no injuries. Rocky Point Road – Complaint of single Rocky Point Road area – Complaint of vehicle accident possible roll over, people with fire crackers. attendance made and found that the Aquarius Road vehicle left scene. – Vehicle stopped and driver found to be impaired, vehicle Sep 13 Happy Valley Road – Complaint of road impounded. CLASSIFIEDS flagger being hit by vehicle, still under Happy Valley Road investigation. Sep 27 – Complaint of possible impaired driver, vehicle not $10 per 25 words to go in this monthly paper which is mailed Mathews Road – Complaint of loud located. to every Metchosin household. Envelopes for submissions and music. payments are provided at Metchosin Country Store. William Head Road area – Complaint of Glen Forest Way area – Complaint of theft of tires from a residence. Deadline for submissions is the 15th of each month and can person refusing to leave a residence, one be dropped off at Metchosin Country Store. Kangaroo Road person intoxicated. – Complaint of vehicle in the ditch, vehicle gone on arrival. Rocky Point Road – Complaints received Albert Head of loud music. Sep 28 – Complaint of a lost wallet. WANTED www.hospitalitytrainingplus. Neff Road com for information or contact Sep 14 Rocky Point Road area – Complaint Sep 29 – Complaint of a stolen motorcycle, recovered, investigation COOKIES CRITTER CARE is Evelyn for on-site group of break and enter, tools stolen from classes. Call 250-474-5596. construction site. continuing. collecting beverage containers, Kangaroo Road – Complaint of an erratic dog food, leashes, collars and William Head Road area – Complaint toys for animal rescue. Call SERVICES of harassment, one person given verbal driver. Warning given to registered owner of the vehicle. Cookie @ 250-415-9335 for pick warning. up. COOKIES CRITTER CARE – Clapham Drive William Head Road – Complaint of Sep 30 – Complaint of prowler Metchosin’s Professional Pet- pressure washer stolen from a residential on residential property, patrols failed to LESSONS Sitter and Dog-Walker since property. locate anyone. 2006. Fully insured, bondable Clapham Drive – Complaint of FOODSAFE – LEVELS 1 AND and First Aid certified. Cookie Happy Valley Road – Complaint of 250-415-9335. Comes highly speeding motorcycles. residential break, enter and theft. 2, MARKETSAFE AND WH- Several items stolen from the residence, MIS – Classes taught by certi- recommended and recognized. Happy Valley Road area – Complaint of investigation continuing. fied instructors. See website harassment, still under investigation. 16 Metchosin Muse • November 2015 Events

Film Night: Return of the Metchosin Bandwagon Winter Birds of Wittys, Presents River, October 30, 7:00 pm Music Night – Friday, November 29, 10:00 am– at the Metchosin Commu- November 20 at Metchosin 12:00 pm. Guided Walk, 9 the 9th Annual nity House. Golf Course. Presenting the years+. Metchosin, Witty’s Kicks Band (light rock for Lagoon Regional Park. For Halloween at the Fire your dancing or listening more information, please Breakfast with Santa Hall, Saturday, October 31, Thursday, December 24 pleasure). Kitchen and Bar see: https://www.crd. 6:00–9:00 pm. Three Seatings: 9:00 am, 10:30 am or 12:00 noon open at 5:30 pm. Music runs bc.ca/​about/events from 7:00–9:00 pm. Admis- Children $10, Adults $15 sion: $5 donation goes to For more on events of interest 100% of monies collected will benefit musicians. to Metchosinites, see “Impor- Westshore Foodbank. All staff are volunteering tant Dates,” page 1. their time for this great event!

Featuring our homemade pancakes, topped with strawberries and whipped cream, The following is contact information for not-for-profit orga- two pieces of bacon nizations, but fuller descriptions are given in the “Directory and coffee, tea or juice Directory of of Metchosin,” available at the Municipal Hall and the Community House. Brief articles highlighting special events We will be closed Tickets go on sale starting at th Organizations should be mailed to [email protected] by the 15 of each for business Dec. 24, 25 & 26 10:00 am, November 23. Purchase month, as should any amendments or additions to this list. to provide our staff with by phone (250-474-2333) or in person. Purchase a Helping Hand very important family time. for $2 and make a difference! AIR CADETS METCHOSIN EQUESTRIAN SENIORS’ INFORMATION www.848royalroadsaircadets.com SOCIETY RESOURCE CENTRE (SIRC) www.facebook. 250-391-7511, 250-478-5150, [email protected] IS YOUR CURRENT MORTGAGE RATE TOO HIGH? com/848aircadets [email protected], 250-590-3690 www.mesmetchosin.org TOPS: Take Off Pounds Take advantage of the historically low rates [email protected] Sensibly now available. Metchosin Foundation Brian 250-474-1665 ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF BC metchosinfoundation@ Marni 250-999-6757 250-382-2052, gmail.com, Getting into a lower inter- www.alzheimerbc.org http://metchosinfoundation.ca Swanwick Centre est rate can potentially A centre for spiritual inquiry save you thousands of 538 Swanwick Road ASSOCIATION FOR THE METCHOSIN 4H dollars. Give me a call 250-478-4677 250-744-3354 PROTECTION OF RURAL to discuss your options. METCHOSIN (APRM) [email protected], [email protected] 250-478-1197, www.aprm.ca www.metchosin4h.com www.swanwickcentre.ca • Shop dozens of lenders in METCHOSIN GARDEN CLUB WEST SHORE ARTS COUNCIL the time it takes you to book BADMINTON 250-478-2286, an appointment with your bank. Women’s 250-478-9648 250-298-7877 [email protected], • Refinance/Renew/ METCHOSIN HALL SOCIETY www.westshorearts.org Purchase/Consolidate BILSTON WATERSHED HABITAT 250-478-6424, PROTECTION ASSOCIATION http://metchosinhall.com/ WEST SHORE COMMUNITY Appointments can be Sandy Higgins, Accredited Mortgage 250-478-2387, arranged in Metchosin. Professional, MBABC, CAAMP BAND Office: 250-658-9315 • Cell: 250-589-9244 [email protected], METCHOSIN HIKING CLUB 250-474-3999 www.bilstoncreek.org Fax: 250-658-9316 250-478-4778 Email: [email protected] WEST SHORE PARKS AND www.sandyhiggins.ca ’CHOSIN CHATTERS METCHOSIN MUSEUM RECREATION TOASTMASTERS SOCIETY 250-478-8384, [email protected], Pioneer Museum, 250-382-1989, www.westshorerecreation.ca www.chosinchatters.org School Museum, 250-478-5447 Sandy works for you, not the lenders. CRD PARKS METCHOSIN PONY CLUB 250-727-3595 CHURCHES The Mortgage Centre – Island Properties 250-478-3344, New address: 890 Short Street, Victoria BC V8X 2V5 [email protected], METCHOSIN PRESCHOOL www.ipmortgages.ca www.crd.bc.ca/parks 250-478-9241, BAHA’I FAITH [email protected], GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA 250-514-1757 www.metchosinpreschool. (Metchosin and Colwood) wordpress.com GORDON UNITED CHURCH [email protected], 250-478-6632 250-478-5484 METCHOSIN SEARCH www.gordonunitedchurch.ca & RESCUE LA LECHE LEAGUE CANADA 250-478-2210 HOLY TRINITY REFORMED 250-727-4384 EPISCOPAL CHURCH MT. MATHESON 250-727-3722 METCHOSIN COMMUNITY CONSERVATION SOCIETY OPEN GATE CHURCH HOUSE 250-642-0238 250-478-5155, 250-590-6736 [email protected], POD LEADERS www.theopengate.ca Fishing licenses • Phone cards • Movie rentals • Kathleen Sutherland www.metchosincommunity ST MARYS’ METCHOSIN Galloping Goose sausage • Locally made meat house.com 250-474-3966 Anglican Church of Canada 250-474-4119 and fruit pies • Bakery items • Fresh produce and METCHOSIN COUNCIL ROUGH VOICE SINGERS stmarysmetchosin.ca cut flowers • Hardware and Grocery • 250-474-3167, September to April [email protected], 250-478-0553 Westside Bible Church • Prepared sandwiches • Fresh brewed coffee • www.district.metchosin.bc.ca/ www.westsidefamily.org You need it, we have it! meetings ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION 250-478-8066 Branch 91, Station Rd, Langford WESTSONG COMMUNITY Open METCHOSIN EMERGENCY Ladies Auxiliary 250-478-5484 CHURCH OF THE SALVATION Monday to Friday – 6:30 am to 9:00 pm PREPAREDNESS ARMY 250-478-1307, ham operators SCOUTS CANADA 250-474-5967 Saturday – 8:00 am to 9:00 pm call in on 146.550. POD mem- [email protected] www.westsong.ca bers can call FRS (Family Radio Sunday – 8:00 am to 9:00 pm Service) radios: Channel 1 with SEA CADETS VISA, Mastercard, Interac “0” privacy tone 250-478-7813 Phone & Fax: 250-478-2405 The above is a directory of organizations only. Please submit changes to this informa- tion to [email protected]. Individuals, groups and organizations are invited to sub- mit details on upcoming events, to be included under “Events” on this page. Deadline for submission is, as always, the 15th of the month preceding the issue date. Tell them you saw it in the Muse!