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A buzzing duplex, population 20,000, would be unexpected in Oak Bay.

John Jordan has one in his Beach Drive garden. “This is really the heart of local food supply.

This is the heart of the engine right here,” says Jordan, gesturing to honeybees zipping to and from their home created by bee master Barry Denluck.

Jordan came to beekeeping in a roundabout way through a trip to Rwanda. He travels there every year for a project he and his wife Toni work on, and few years ago, he discovered beekeeping while there. He returned home bent on finding out more about the hobby.

A plus: Toni adores honey.Jordan started in April with a queen and

a pound of bees – between 2,000 and 3,000 individuals – purchased from Denluck, also a bee breeder who selects the strongest of the stock for procreation. Now Jordan’s up to about 20,000 with one queen, and is working on hatching a second queen in the other half of the duplex as the workers start moving into that space as well.

Denluck designed the duplex, and a triplex and fourplex of similar builds, because loss to death is simply too high at 40 to 60 per cent over winter. Some of that can be attributed to inexperienced bee keepers.

“Our climate is also a factor,” he said. His designs are up off the wet grass, entrances are shielded and the walls are twice as thick as the standard hive, among other alterations.

“Most of the time I don’t even wear any equipment,” Jordan says, pulling out a tray laden with honeycomb. “They’re just content.”

Hive on the Drive

John Jordan pulls a tray from the specially

designed ‘duplex’ apiary he keeps in the garden

of his Oak Bay home.Christine van Reeuwyk/News staff

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With Jordan’s new hive buzzing, Denluck figures he’s about to lose his best honey customer. Denluck gestures to a grove of Linden trees in the distance, dead ahead on the beeline and explains there are more scattered around the neighbourhood.

“You’ve got 1,000 pounds of honey just waiting to be collected,” Denluck says.

The honeybees collect nectar and process the honey all spring and into the summer.

“Then the beekeeper comes along in July and steals it, making sure to leave enough (for the bees) to survive the winter,” Denluck said.

Denluck and fellow beekeepers lobbied, last summer, to get guidelines in place to provide for homeowners to house bees in their gardens. He’s happy to report all municipalities in the

CRD now allow for homeowners to keep bees, under varying rules.

Oak Bay’s remain the most stringent, Denluck says. See the bee bylaw online at oakbay.ca. Learn more about Denluck’s work with

bees, including swarm relocation, online at capitalregionbeekeepers.ca.

Call the bee hotline 250-900-5133 to learn about swarm relocation services. [email protected]


Bustling honey operationthrives on Beach Drive

Life of a droneEveryone knows the queen and her workers but who knows what a drone does? “These guys get away with murder,” says John Jordan with a laugh. “They’re spoiled. They drift from hive to hive looking for a new girl,” adds Barry Denluck.But don’t get too worked up about the easy life, once procreation is done, so are they.

Christine van Reeuwyk/News staff

Barry Denluck left, and John Jordan with a tray from the ‘duplex’ apiary designed by Denluck for the cool damp weather we’re known for in Oak Bay.

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Oak Bay strives to be a walkable community and the district takes the opportunity of tax time to remind residents of their obligations to keep sidewalks clear for pedestrians.

“Residents are obligated to keep vegetation cut back to the curb’s edge,” said Chris Hyde-Lay, manager of parks services for Oak Bay. “Sidewalks have to be kept clear. We want people to have access.”

The letter that goes to every resident is a gentle reminder to clear impeding and hazardous trees, hedges and bushes, as outlined by district bylaws. It includes an eight-foot overhead clearance.

It’s primarily an effort to keep the community pedestrian friendly by making walkways safe and easy to use, but there are also safety concerns. The bylaw provides for resident removal of trees and bushes causing visibility issues for vehicle and bicycle users, among other things.

As with many municipal bylaws, enforcement is complaint-driven and Hyde-Lay responds to about five such complaints a week, specifically related to vegetation encroaching on municipal walkways.

He visits each reported site and if action is warranted, crafts a letter outlining the concerns and remedies required. He allows time for a response, welcoming phone calls to answer any questions.

“We strive to work together,” he said. However, the bylaw entitles Oak Bay to take required action if a property owner remains non-compliant five days after being served a letter outlining the

issues and prescribing action.Oak Bay has rarely gone so far as

to enforce a fine or do the work and charge it back to an owner.

They’d far prefer to offer advice and direction, said Hyde-Lay.

“If you’re planning on planting

along the property line, give your plant selection a lot of thought,” he suggests.

Anyone uncertain of their obligations is welcome to call the parks office at 250-592-7275.

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Don’t hedge onto municipal sidewalks

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Overhanging trees and overgrown hedges make passage difficult in some areas of Oak Bay.

The Greater Victoria School Board and CUPE Local 382 ratified a new five-year collective agreement effective July 1.

The British Columbia Public School Employers’ Association and the K-12 Presidents’ Council representing support staff unions in the public education sector met in June and reached a five-year Provincial Framework Agreement that includes a 5.5 per cent wage increase.

“Our members voted 91.5 per cent in favour of ratification and look forward to continuing our excellent relationship with the district,” said Gilles Larose, president of CUPE Local 382, that represents 225 painters, custodians, carpenters, plumbers, groundskeepers, electricians, equipment operators, truck drivers, labourers, and other skilled trades people.

The current collective agreement

will be rolled over and will include the insertion of the new Provincial Framework Agreement.

“Members of CUPE Local 382 provide tremendous operational support to education within schools in our District. The Board of Education thanks the membership for their hard work and ongoing commitment to education” said Peg Orcherton, SD61 board chair.

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“You’ve got 1,000 pounds of honey just waiting to be collected,” Denluck says.

The honeybees collect nectar and process the honey all spring and into the summer.

“Then the beekeeper comes along in July and steals it, making sure to leave enough (for the bees) to survive the winter,” Denluck said.

Denluck and fellow beekeepers lobbied, last summer, to get guidelines in place to provide for homeowners to house bees in their gardens. He’s happy to report all municipalities in the

CRD now allow for homeowners to keep bees, under varying rules.

Oak Bay’s remain the most stringent, Denluck says. See the bee bylaw online at oakbay.ca. Learn more about Denluck’s work with

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Call the bee hotline 250-900-5133 to learn about swarm relocation services. [email protected]


Bustling honey operationthrives on Beach Drive

Life of a droneEveryone knows the queen and her workers but who knows what a drone does? “These guys get away with murder,” says John Jordan with a laugh. “They’re spoiled. They drift from hive to hive looking for a new girl,” adds Barry Denluck.But don’t get too worked up about the easy life, once procreation is done, so are they.


Barry Denluck left, and John Jordan with a tray from the ‘duplex’ apiary designed by Denluck for the cool damp weather we’re known for in Oak Bay.

Continued from Page A1

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Flags stolen on eve of Canada Day

Seven homes celebrated Canada Day with-out flags after a thief or thieves helped them-selves to them on Hampshire Road and Burdick Avenue. The flags were reported stolen June 30 to Oak Bay Police after one was taken from a yard in the 2000-block of Hampshire Rd. and six from a half-dozen houses in the 2700-block of Burdick Ave. No suspects have been identified.

Purse, paddleboard purloined on Canada Day

Canada Day fun was marred by two theft complaints to Oak Bay Police. The first was purse picked up in the Bowker Creek Park area after a woman left her purse unattended while playing with her baby. The second was a paddle board worth $1,500 taken from the Royal Vic-toria Yacht Club. There have been no suspects identified in either theft.

Drain covers removed on Landsdowne

July 2 saw a pair of mischiefs in Oak Bay. Both mischief calls were to the 2300-block of Lansdowne Rd. after someone removed storm drain covers.

Grocery heist on the Ave

A man faces theft charges after leaving Fair-way Market on Oak Bay Avenue on July 2 with a shopping cart of groceries worth about $340.

Speed stops impaired driver

On June 29 police issued a three-day Immedi-ate roadside prohibition to an Oak Bay resident after they were stopped for speeding on Beach Drive. A small bag of marijuana was also seized from the vehicle.

Owners of two stolen cell phones got their communications back after police intervention.

In the first, the owner of a phone reported stolen June 24 from Willows Beach, noticed it for sale on the internet and contacted police on July 5. Oak Bay officers identified and located a suspect in possession of two stolen cell phones and a laptop computer from residential break and enter in the West Shore area. The suspect was

released to appear in court at a later date for theft under $5,000.

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The flash of numbers greets drivers heading into, and out of, Oak Bay on the Avenue this week.

The speed display boards will remain in place for a couple of weeks before moving to other high-traffic areas of the community.

“This location was chosen to make people aware we have these devices. Then we’ll shortly be deploying them on Lansdowne and Cadboro Bay (roads) where we recognize there’s a deer/collision hot spot,” said Oak Bay Mayor Nils Jensen. “We’re trying to affect people’s behaviour. We’re saying, ‘Here’s how fast you’re going – slow down.’”

The concept moves beyond the focus these days on drivers distracted by technology.

“They’re distracted by everyday life,” said Oak Bay police Const. Rick Anthony, community liaison officer. “It’s about awareness. When that’s flashing at you it catches your eye … We see a lot of our older residents walking in this area and we’d like to encourage drivers to be more aware of the speed limit reductions as they enter the village centre.”

Oak Bay, through its police and engineering departments, partnered with ICBC to buy the four portable electronic speed display boards. ICBC funded half of the total $16,048 through the ICBC 2014 Road Improvement Program, aimed at reducing motor vehicle

collisions and claims costs. “Oak Bay’s Active

Transportation Committee is thrilled to have these speed board signs as part of our community’s traffic safety program,” said Coun. Michelle Kirby, council liaison on this committee. “This technology allows our citizens to be more aware of the speed at which traffic moves through our community and for drivers to self-correct as necessary.”

The technology also allows for data collection, simply counting cars that pass and how many are within different speed brackets. It’s knowledge that allows the district to

“measure effectiveness,” Jensen said, adding the police department could also utilize the information.

“It’ll collect the data and tell us if there really is a speeding problem,” Anthony said.

They’ll move later this month to the deer active areas of Lansdowne and Cadboro Bay roads in hopes of positively affecting drivers there.

“Over time, the speed boards will also help inform the appropriate location for additional signage support to further mitigate deer/human conflict throughout the community,” Jensen said. [email protected]

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Oak Bay Mayor Nils Jensen with the newly installed board to read speeds of vehicles on Oak Bay Avenue. The District of Oak Bay and ICBC funded four of the LED boards to help gather data and make drivers aware of speeds in the community.

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A few weeks before the landmark decision declaring aboriginal title proven by the Tsilhqot’in Nation, I picked up a used university textbook that looked like a handy reference.

Geography in British Columbia: People and Landscapes in Transition, by Brett McGillivray (UBC Press, Second Edition) is a good reference, except where it strays from geography into politics.

This 2005 edition came out not long before the B.C. Treaty Commission started producing agreements, notably with the Tsawwassen First Nation. It recounts the establishment of the Ministry of Native Affairs by the Bill Vander Zalm government in 1990, and the election the next year of Mike Harcourt’s NDP, who reversed the province’s historical legal position and tried to accept the existence of aboriginal title.

At this point the textbook departs from the facts and leads its freshman pupils into left-wing dogma.

McGillivray writes: “When the Liberal Party won the 2001 election (with all but two seats), it launched a province-wide referendum on treaty negotiations, prompting commentators to suggest the government was ‘trying to impose 19th century ideas on a 21st century problem.’”

“Commentators” in the above quote is of course only one commentator, veteran lefty Vancouver columnist Stephen

Hume. This quote was indeed

representative of the media consensus at the time. On TV,

aboriginal leaders burned their ballots while denouncing the referendum as racist and divisive. The public, and later university students, were taught that Gordon Campbell’s government was exploiting racism for political gain.

In fact, this referendum was one of a long series of efforts to untangle the legal knot left by Canada and B.C.’s failure

to complete historical treaties after 1900.

Seven of the eight questions in the 2002 referendum were simply to confirm the existing position of B.C. treaty negotiators. The purpose, then as now, was to settle treaties.

The first question asked if private land should be exempt from expropriation for treaty settlements. Private property rights are not so much a 19th century idea as a 17th century one, defined in 1690 by John Locke.

What remains true today is that no society has made significant social and environmental progress without individual property rights. See the woeful state of most of Canada’s communally owned aboriginal reserves, where individually owned property isn’t permitted.

The Tsilhqot’in dropped claims of property held by non-aboriginal residents from their appeal to

the highest court, a wise move considering that pushing people from their homes would lead to violent confrontations.

Other referendum questions related to preserving public access to Crown land for hunting, fishing and park use. All were endorsed.

The only new question asked if aboriginal self-government “should have the characteristics of local government, with powers delegated from Canada and British Columbia.”

Arguably, that’s what has emerged from the Tsilhqot’in case, which upholds provincial jurisdiction over public forest policy on environmental and fire protection on aboriginal title lands.

By 2009, frustrated with a lack of progress, due to Ottawa’s inaction as well as inconsistent leadership from aboriginal communities, the Campbell government tried to cut the knot. Its proposed Recognition Act would have accepted a form of aboriginal title across the province, based on 30 historical “indigenous nations.”

That idea originated not with the province but with the First Nations Leadership Council. It was rejected by a broader group of aboriginal leaders later that year.

The best way forward, also endorsed in the 2002 referendum, is sharing land use planning. B.C. has also begun sharing resource revenues.

The most likely path, however, is back to court for years to come.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com

A brief history of treaty talks

‘The purpose then, as now, was to settle treaties.’

Tom FletcherB.C. Views

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Few can argue that mental illness touches everyone.

There are, of course, those who have been diagnosed. Then there are their children, siblings, parents, friends and co-workers.

Even complete strangers are often hit with the ripples, as society bears the burden of missed work days, medical visits, inadequate treatment options, etc.

It doesn’t matter that research has led to many strategies and treatments that can help sufferers live productive, even normal, lives.

Perhaps if it felt easier to talk openly about mental illness, things would be different.

For those directly affected, it can feel simpler to try to ignore the reality.

While there have been great strides in the realm of mental illness, society still has a hard time accepting it as a disease.

‘Mental illness’ is still a phrase that doesn’t dare get said in polite company.

But slowly that shroud is lifting.Some people are becoming more brave to

step into the spotlight, to talk about their own struggles.

Clara Hughes, for instance. The former Canadian Olympic cyclist and speedskater shared the story of her own family’s battles with mental illness as she cycled 12,000 kms across Canada. Clara’s “Big Ride” concluded on July 1 in Ottawa and connected with more than 23,000 young people in 105 communities.

People like Hughes, and those enduring their challenges less publicly, know the difference that acceptance – both of the conditions and the person trying to live with them – makes, and we can all learn from them.

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LETTERS

Re: More people, more problems (letters June 13).

Agreed, there is a need to effectively manage growth so that we minimize potential problems.

However, the positive benefits of growth should also be considered. To name a few, more people may also mean more vibrancy, more diversity (economic and cultural), more tax revenue, fresh perspectives, more support of local businesses and more attendance and support of local cultural and community events.

More people may quite possibly make Oak Bay an even more pleasant place to live.

The OCP handles a challenging problem in handling diverse opinions of the people as captured in the planning survey, many of whom are in favor of controlled, well-handled growth.

Joe SmithOak Bay

Read more letters on page A9

More people, more vibrancy

Art in the public eye

Re: Eye on arts (News July 2).Isn’t it great to be talking about art, instead of

deer?Congratulations to the mayor and council for

being receptive to the idea of public art. Thank you to Barbara Adams for initiating the

discussion, and moving the municipality in the direction of public art.

May I suggest that a committee be established to take this initiative to the next level? A long term plan, public calls for submissions, funding for artists, and a jury for the art work can be established.

We have many qualified people in our community to help with this: fine art professors, professional artists, and council members. Who knows? Maybe Mowry Baden could help us out. He was recently awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship for his work.

There are many Canadian municipalities that have established public art guidelines. There is funding available. Now is the time for municipality of Oak Bay to further enrich our community.

Terry VatrtOak Bay

The News welcomes your opinions and comments.

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In 2008/2009 I lived on Newport Avenue, loved the neighbourhood! For family reasons, I returned to Toronto but come back regularly to enjoy the weather, long walks, interesting architecture and being in a beautiful older community.

Recently, I came back for yet another springtime visit. I enjoy wandering around, looking at gardens and homes. I was gobsmacked by the number of demolitions underway – especially in the Uplands.

I now live in Toronto where things are changing rapidly. The rush for revenue from new construction is removing the character of the city. I commend Oak Bay for creating a wonderful official community plan. It provides a thoughtful framework to guide your city on how to preserve its character while moving

forward. I think it is light years ahead of other

cities when it addresses climate change, preserving green space and parks, supporting local businesses and by the variety of transportation options that can meet the changing needs of all residents.

The thought put into housing options is especially impressive. By creating affordable options in the city with rentals, live work spaces, duplexes and triplexes while regulating secondary suites will ensure that Oak Bay will remain a livable community for generations to come.

Each time I visit, I appreciate the incredible beauty of Oak Bay. I enjoy my many visits and wish you the best in moving forward.

Sue Wolfraim Toronto

Re: Not all beaches have gone to the dogs (letters July 2).

If Ms. Ash has an issue with a letter I have written (OCP lacks beaches, June 25) I suggest that she reads it more carefully.

It is tiresome but necessary to respond in order to correct the record.

I wrote that the Windsor Park Dog Group targeted parks and beaches in Oak Bay for year round dog use. She added the word “all” to parks and beaches, which made the remainder of her letter irrelevant and misquoted me.

I did not mention dog management in my letter. I was trying to establish why the provision of clean and safe beaches was eradicated from the draft official community plan. I have had no answer to

this enquiry. The Windsor Park Dog Group report

is 61 pages long and probably not at the top of anybody’s summer reading list.

On page 16. (No. 23) and page 42, they seek trade-offs between Oak Bay beaches at McMicking Point and Kitty Isle be traded for complete dog access to McNeil Bay Beach.

They suggest increased access to this same beach as a trade off from Willows Beach (page 20). On pages 41 and 42, McNeil Bay Beach is described as unfriendly and not conducive to people.

This vision for a dog friendly environment needs to be enunciated in the next OCP.

Helen SladeOak Bay

Plan should include dogs OCP has great future vision

A10 • www.vicnews.com Wednesday, July 9, 2014 - OAK BAY NEWSA10 www.oakbaynews.com Wed, July 9, 2014, Oak Bay News

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A11• www.vicnews.com Wednesday, July 9, 2014 - OAK BAY NEWS

Evening stroll takes in super moonThe one-hour embrace the

night walk for July 11 will include a view of the super moon.

“By definition, a super moon is when the full moon coincides with having its closest orbit to earth, creating the illusion of being up to 14 per cent larger than other full moons,” said Ron Carter, embrace the night coordinator. “During our walk we hope to catch the moon as it rises over the ocean from the horizon. Just a sideshow of

course, from our real purpose of a one-hour stroll throughout beautiful Oak Bay, minus the need for our (electronic)devices.

“We also enjoy mingling and meeting new people while we walk far away from our evening chores, domestic woes and sedentary habits.”

The walk begins at the Oak Bay Kiwanis Tea Room at the foot of Dalhousie Street in Willows Beach Park. The route goes along the eastern

waterfront to catch the moonrise at the Cattle Point Star Park and perhaps a few new pieces of the summer art now in place.

The walk ends at Willows Beach Park Tea Room or the Cattle Point Star Park.

“If you like, bring binoculars to enhance the experience to see the full moon up really close or catch some of the interesting feathered fauna along the shoreline,” said Carter.

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Bill SmithVolunteer at Cattle Point dark sky Urban Star Park

Spot Pluto and see the Milky Way and planets all month long.

Saturn and Mars grace the summer sky just after sunset in the west looking toward Sooke Hills. Saturn is above and just to the south of Mars.

Early risers will see Venus and Mercury 30 minutes before

dawn in the east looking toward Mount Baker. There will be some shooting stars in the southern sky looking towards Port Angeles. Catch a historic meetup between dwarf planet Ceres and asteroid Vesta. They’re super-close to one another all month long.

At Cattle Point Urban Star Park, away from light pollution, our Milky Way Galaxy will look wonderful all month long. It

rises in the Eastern Sky towards Mount Baker just two hours after sunset. By midnight the Milky Way will span the sky from north to south.

Dark Skies to all friends of Cattle Point Star Park.

This summary is from NASA announcer and astronomer Jane Houston Jones. For more information on each event, NASA video and sky map go to cattlepointstarpark.org.

Milky Way lights the night sky in July

Meet author during night marketAuthor Patricia Bovey will celebrate market

night in Oak Bay by signing copies of her book Pat Martin Bates: Balancing on a Thread at Eclectic Gallery.

The definitive illustrated biography celebrates the life's work of one of Canada's most beloved

artists. Extensively illustrated, the book examines the body of Pat Martin Bates' magical, compelling work. The market runs today (July 9) with the book signing from 4 to 6 p.m. at Eclectic 2170 Oak Bay Ave.

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SPECIAL FEATURE

“We’ll be off ering exclusive deals and discounts, along with appe-tizers and refreshments,” says offi ce manager Kate Baker.Th e Grand Opening will also pro-vide an opportunity for patients to chat with the optometrists, Drs. Neil Paterson, Suzanne Sut-ter, and Mark Paquette, and the rest of their talented staff about eye health and how to fi nd those perfect frames.Oak Bay Optometry has been in business for 20 years, and prides itself on its approach to custom-er service. “Th is is our home,” says Dr. Neil Paterson, and you’ll be treated like family as soon as you walk in the door. Even if you’re not a patient, the team will be pleased to help you with

repairs and provide free adjust-ments to your eyeglasses.“We really go the extra mile for our patients,” says Baker. “We

want to take care of anyone who walks in. A lot of our patients have been coming here for years; the quality of our eye exams is top level.”Oak Bay Optometry off ers a range of services, including children’s eye exams, which are completely covered by MSP up to age 19, complex contact lens fi ttings, and treatment of ocu-lar diseases.Th eir caring atmosphere is a big reason that pa-tients continue to return for all their eye care needs.Dr. Paterson, Dr. Sutter, and Dr. Paquette have each participated in volunteer eye care trips to developing countries such as Ethiopia, Nicaragua and Hon-duras.“We continue to collect

gently-used glasses to take to places where people are unable to access eye care due to poverty or a lack of availability,” says Dr. Sutter. “Our doctors are also involved in the community and participate in public seminars several times a year.” In addi-

tion, Dr. Paquette visits Haida Gwaii twice a year, and Klemtu annually, to provide eye exams to First Nations people in remote communi-ties.Says Baker, “we still have the same family feel here; it just looks a lot more fancy.”For more informa-

tion about Oak Bay Optometry, visit their website at www.oak-bayoptometry.com or call 250-595-8500. Th eir new location is at 2075 Cadboro Bay Road.

Our team has years of experience helping with frame and lens selection and are trained to handle even the most complex prescriptions and vision needs when it comes to selection of lenses.

Now in a bright, spacious new clinic right next door to their old location, Oak Bay Optometry is holding a one-day-only sales event on Saturday, July 12 to welcome the community to come and take a look. They will also be holding a trunk show with an exclusive frame line: Jean Lafont from Paris.

Dr. Mark Paquette is seen here giving a client an eye exam using state of the art technology at Oak Bay Optometry.

Dr. Sutter

Oak Bay Optometry would like to invite you to their Grand Opening!

GrandOPENING

Join us for our exclusive one-day-only event! Saturday, July 12th, 2014

$50Save

on the purchase of a complete pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses upon presentation of this offer.* Offer valid on July 12th 2014 only

Many prizes to be won & special discounts on-site**FREE gift with purchase1

Refreshments and appetizers served*Minimum value of $300. On selected frames.**Certain restrictions may apply. See in-store for details.1 Hurry, limited quantities.This offer is transferable.

2075 CADBORO BAY RD. VICTORIA, BC, V8R 5G4

250.595.8500 [email protected]

Oak Bay News, July 09, 2014

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