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PPWC Crofton endorses revised Äve-year deal Slim margin: Catalyst says deal crucial to the restructuring sparked by initial union rejection

Truth and Reconciliation: Many hopeful event is an important step in the healing process, but bitter feelings remain Celina Albany

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t wasn’t all sunshine and kittens. But most who attended the Cowichan stop of the Truth and Reconciliation conference last week were optimistic it marked only the beginning of a new chapter to rectify the cultural catastrophe forced upon First Nations people here and across the country. “As we heard yesterday, we’ve got a lot of work to do. We’re in the midst of a historic opportunity,” said Commissioner Marie Wilson, who pointed out more than 2,500 people from 12 countries watched the Truth and Reconciliation Conference via the internet. She wasn’t alone. “It’s great to see all these people here listening, taking in stories, hearing and growing,” said Indian Residential School Survivor Committee member Barney Williams Jr., 72, who attended two residential schools in B.C. “I believe we, as a people, suffered together. We all have our own process. I support everyone that takes this journey and I’m glad to be healing with everyone.” Everything was well-presented and co-ordinated, according to Cowichan elder Tiny Williams. “I appreciated how everything was set up. It was good to see everyone looking after our elders and trying to understand what happened. I hope it continues on this path and I want to go to the one in Victoria,” said Williams. The positive tone was echoed by non-Natives as well. “This is absolutely essential. It should have happened sooner,” said Rev. Scott Pittendrigh of Saint John’s Anglican Church in Cobble Hill. “I appreciate being here with my brothers and sisters. I’m here to listen.” The tone wasn’t 100 per cent positive though. Many speakers shared words of animosity and resentment aimed at the Canadian government. Myrus James of Penelakut criticized Canada’s inability to cope with our history head-on. “They (the government) just want to leave it to die. And for the people talking to do the same

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ulp, Paper and Woodworkers of Canada union members at Crofton’s mill have accepted a new tentative agreement. PPWC Local 2 members voted 55 per cent in favour of the new contract offer with Catalyst. The ¿ve-year contract goes into effect on May 1. The local, which represents approximately 380 employees at the mill, had previously rejected a contract offer that had been crucial to Catalyst Paper’s ¿nancial restructuring, which Catalyst bosses said contributed to the ¿rm having to apply Andrew Leong for creditor protection. Lyn Brown: An emotional Souie Gorup listens as survivor Raymond (Tony) Charlie of Penelakut shares his residential school story And in addition to the PPWC crucial deal during the Speaking Our Truth event at the Quw’utsun” Cultural Centre members, Catalyst has also thing.” Andrea Amos-Stone of the Nuu-chah-nulth na- reached ¿ve-year labour Residential school syndrome is in peoples’ tion praised Nyce for his courageous statement. agreements with ¿ve CEP locals representing 700 hearts and souls, according to James, who hopes “Mainstream society keeps our people hogtied. employees at three mills. something good will come out of the TRC. The ways the government has tried to help is Combined, the agreements mean a 10 per cent Charlie Thompson, another residential school just repackaging everything differently. In the reduction in hourly rates along with various adjustsurvivor, had similar thoughts. end, our people are still being pushed down. It’s ments to vacation, health bene¿ts and work rules, “We’ve been under the iron-¿st of Canada for always a Band-Aid job,” she said. and annual savings in the range of $18 to $20 too damn long. How can I reconcile with Canada “My key recommendations to the TRC are: million. when they gave nothing to me?” Thompson that the healing process should be ongoing, to “There are some differences (between the reasked, saying society is still manipulating the make more public awareness, no time limits, and jected and the approved contract) but basically it’s ongoing struggle of First Nations people. to restructure the education curriculum K-12 on still a concessionary offer,” Local 2 president Paul He used Merchant Law, a Calgary-based group First Nations history.” Zarry said on Monday. specializing in ¿ghting for residential school For audience members who never attended The major difference this time around, of course, cases, as an example. residential schools, the TRC offered a rare expe- is Catalyst’s move into creditor protection. “Merchant Law got $40 million dollars, I got rience and insight to Canada’s dark past. “The last scenario you want to have is the mill $95,000. How is that fair?” said Thompson, who “It might be more of a group of testimonies going down, and from my perspective the most imspent nearly a decade in and out of residential rather than being called a conference,” said Paul portant thing is maintaining the work for my memschools. Alphonse, an usher at the event. bers,” said Zarry. “And the spin-off effect from the Other speakers explained how they chose “It’s valuable for the victims to speak, so giving failure of this company means huge devastation for to turn their aversion for church and state into them the standard 15 minutes then saying ‘OK, all our communities. something positive. your time is up now. Next,’ in the middle of their “That’s what the membership had to weigh. I “I was culturally and traditionally starved. It life story isn’t really fair. This is a healing process believed this was the last kick at the can to be able was through artwork I began to ¿nd myself,” for them, you know? To open up like that takes to do that.” said Dennis Nyce, of the Nisga’a nation. “I use a lot. Still, Zarry said it’s not an ideal scenario either my art as a tool. I avoided my feelings; now I “Public speaking is a very hard to thing to do in way, and added there’s still no guarantee of emface them. This is how I take my anger out — the ¿rst place. More time and more money will ployment at the mill. how our forefathers taught us to.” make a more valuable outcome.” more on page 3

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Virus outbreak contained at Cowichan District Hospital The Vancouver Island Health Authority reports a gastrointestinal illness outbreak at Cowichan District Hospital is contained and appears to be winding down. “We still do not have lab conﬁrmation on whether it is actually the Norovirus, but it is deﬁnitely a gastrointestinal, Noro-like illness,” VIHA spokeswoman Anya Nimmon said on

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OfÄcial recognition: Largest hockey stick in the world now in the Hockey Hall of Fame Don Bodger

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display in the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto completes the hat trick for Duncan’s World’s Largest Hockey Stick and Puck. “This is indeed a historic day,’’ said Dick Drew, who made the of¿cial announcement Monday night prior to the Cowichan Valley Capitals’ B.C. Hockey League playoff game against the Surrey Eagles at Cowichan Arena. The Duncan landmark was previously recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records and also has a display in the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame. But inclusion in the Hockey Hall of Fame truly elevates its status. “Our icon, your hockey stick and puck, will join the greatest hockey players in the world and the largest collection of hockey memorabilia,’’ raved Drew. The display in the Doc Seaman Resource Centre at the Hockey Hall of Fame will feature a picture and a plaque describing the rich history of the Stick. Hockey Hall of Fame vice president and curator Philip Pritchard, the man made famous for wearing white gloves while carrying around the Stanley Cup, appeared via video link-up on a big screen to congratulate the community on the honour. “The Stick,” he said, “has a great home out west and we are certainly proud to keep the achievements of the record, along with photos, here in the Doc Seaman Resource Centre for all hockey fans to see, research and enjoy.

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Dick Drew makes the big announcement about the World’s Largest Hockey Stick and Puck’s status in the Hockey Hall of Fame, while Islands Savings Centre Commission chairman Al Siebring looks on. “I’m looking forward to visiting it one day and seeing it for myself.’’ Community leaders are obviously thrilled with the designation. “An exhibit at the Hockey Hall of Fame, one of the world’s foremost shrines for hockey fans, will expose thousands of people to our local treasure, and will hopefully entice a lot of people to come and see it for themselves,’’ stated Island Savings Centre manager John Elzinga in a press release. “Canadians are united in their love of hockey and the exposure this new exhibit will give our centre and our valley is immeasurable,’’ added Al Siebring,

chairman of the Island Savings Centre commission. The hockey stick and puck originally appeared at Expo ‘86 in Vancouver. It’s been 24 years since the artifact was erected at its new site alongside the Island Savings Centre. The acquisition of the Stick from the Expo organization required a major community fundraising drive. “It has a long and interesting history,’’ said Drew. “It was indeed a community project and it remains a community project. “It is now the most famous icon on Vancouver Island.’’

Thomas to face attempted murder charge in black bridge stabbing

tabbing suspect Terri-Lynn Thomas has been scheduled to appear in Duncan criminal court May 8 to enter a plea on charges of the attempted murder. Thomas was not in court for her second appearance yesterday. However, an agent for lawyer Scott Sheets requested Judge Shannon Cole allow a four-week adjournment on proceedings.

Thomas, 43, of Duncan, was released from custody earlier this month and must follow a list of conditions set out by the court. At last report, Duncanite Leon Jack, 48, was still in Victoria hospital in stable condition after the alleged stabbing. Thomas is suspected of stabbing Jack on March 6 near Duncan’s black bridge, a popular swimming and drinking spot, at around 4:15 p.m.

Police later recovered a carving-type knife from the Cowichan River near the alleged crime scene. Mounties reached the shore March 6 and found a male who’d suffered multiple stab wounds to the chest and abdomen. A female suspect was located near the scene and arrested for aggravated assault with a weapon. — Peter W. Rusland

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he Education Improvement Act passed Thursday is damaging to teachers’ morale, the president of the Cowichan District Teachers’ Association says. Speaking shortly before the majority of B.C.’s MLAs green-lit Bill 22, Shellie Trimble told the News Leader Pictorial she’s not sure how teachers province-wide will respond to the legislation. “This (bill) takes the professionalism out of the profession, and puts it in the hands of administrators and the government,” she fumed. “They’ll direct and guide us as they see ¿t. I don’t know what’s going to happen. Teachers

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Railroad crossing lights go haywire during Friday rush-hour downtown RCMP ofÄcers direct trafÄc at Trunk Road, Canada Avenue and Duncan Street Friday at suppertime after rail and trafÄc lights crashed, for unknown reasons.

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lights, and that sends them into Àashing red,” said city works boss Abbas Farahbakhsh. What tripped the track system was unknown. But Island Corridor Foundation’s Graham Bruce checked with operator Southern Rail, and said the situation was “nothing unusual.” “Our systems are set for failsafe. Everything worked as it was meant to,” he said, noting crews reset the system quickly. Not before concern by Councillor Sharon Jackson.

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“Train lights were Àashing and the signal lights couldn’t change, and traf¿c was piling up into town,” Jackson said of the scene managed by Mounties on either side of the crossing near Duncan’s cenotaph park. No accidents were reported during the incident. Meanwhile, the city will soon start recalibrating the timing of the lights at Trunk, Canada and Duncan streets to better handle traf¿c. “We’ve arranged as much of the work as possible to be done in the evening so it won’t impact daytime traf¿c,” Jackson said.

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More must be done before the debt is repaid Residential schools: truth and reconciliation just a step

he Regional Truth and Reconciliation conferences serve their purpose. However, you can’t put all your eggs in one basket. It is commonly agreed these events should have taken place sooner. It is undeniably regretful they even need to happen at all. Nevertheless, the Canadian government had to confront the skeletons in its closet. Ottawa needs to ultimately deal with residential school trauma head-on to stop jinxing its relationship with First Nations people. Only when every residential school survivor can say, “This is behind me, let the healing begin,” can we, as a nation, Government fully reÀect and learn from this mistake. has to follow Speaker Dennis Nyce coined the problem “residential school the path to the ongoing syndrome.” Stop the ripple effect by end educating those groups following in the wake of the failed schooling system. The government would be smart to address a ¿erce demand for the reassessment of K-12 First Nations history curriculum in Canadian classrooms. In America, classrooms across the country are well-educated about black history. Our government needs to take some advice from our southern neighbours and acknowledge the damage inÀicted upon the indigenous people of this country. A second general recommendation from participants was that 15 minutes isn’t enough to share a lifetime of suffering. These conferences are expensive and budgets allot only a very small window of time for each speaker. However, if the old saying “time is money” holds any substance, then the Canadian government owes an incalculable amount of money to First Nations people. From Sir John A. Macdonald to Stephen Harper, each prime minister this nation has ever known is guilty of letting the debt amplify. The pace is slowing, but much work is needed before it can be considered repaid.

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The good and the bad of this week in Cowichan This we don’t

This we like A generation after making its way to Duncan, the world’s biggest hockey stick continues to put our community in the public eye. More than 300,000 visitors stop by the Hockey Hall of Fame each year, and now every one of them will get a glimpse of Cowichan’s claim to fame. The big stick belongs in the hall. Congratulations to all who helped put it there.

Stanley Cup custodian Phil Pritchard shows off some of the Hockey Hall of Fame big stick exhibit.

While it is good to see events like the Truth and Reconciliation conference helping people cope with the aftermath of residential schools, and it is important Prime Minister Stephen Harper has apologized on behalf of the nation, the actual level of accountability remains troubling. How many abusers and policy makers have paid for their actions? How many will?

ECO Depot front quiet but issue has not gone away Jay Siska

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our months have gone by since the ECO Depot was shot down in the south-end referendum vote. That’s time enough for everyone involved to take a deep breath and re-evaluate. With the opponent-group’s candidates being soundly defeated (or withdrawing) in the election, the referendum results said pretty clearly: right idea, wrong place. Looking back, it was more than a year of bitter mud-slinging, fear-mongering and say-anything tactics by the opponents, and epic mishandling, ineptitude, and a tepid lack of willingness to stand behind their decisions on the part of the CVRD. And it’s pretty safe to say no one’s champing at the bit to revisit that mess. But the fact remains the south end still needs an ECO Depot. At the Shawnigan multi-bins it’s not uncommon

to see car batteries, used motor oil, pesticides, paints, stains, or garbage left there. People either don’t care and just ditch their stuff, or don’t know and leave it thinking it’s all good. The problem is, it’s not. Those materials are being left on the bare ground a few hundred feet from the shoreline and a handful of feet above the water table. So that ‘70s-vintage rusted can of crawling insect killer I saw there not too long ago is one spill away from going right into the lake. So what now? The mere mention of the ECO Depot is so poisonous and brings up so many bad memories and hostilities in so many people, it’s likely the board will leave well enough alone for a while. Maybe a long while. Any discussion down the road in regard to a new proposed location will be badly tainted by every argument made in the past, no matter how valid or ridiculous. Every new opponent is going to resurrect the same tired arguments the previous opponents came up with ad in¿nitum.

And where now? Bamberton is looking like it’s all but a lock, meaning a bunch of light-industrial land is about to become available. The zoning’s there, so the CVRD could acquire and build without the past controversy of whether it was in the right or not by proposing the construction of a public utility on agriculturally zoned land. Here’s the rub: Bamberton’s just about as far south as you can go in the south end, killing the convenience factor for those in the reaches of Cobble Hill and beyond. Some continue to suggest a public-private partnership with Fisher Road Recycling is the way to go. The location is central — expand its services to include everything the ECO Depot was set to accept and “poof!” you’ve got an ECO Depot, right? Wrong. With complaints about odours and concerns about groundwater contamination at the facility, the CVRD would be beyond ill-advised to go down that road.

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Any other location just off the highway is going to come with a just-off-the-highway price tag that would also likely be unpalatable to the board, given its recent thriftiness regarding the visitor info centre proposal. The easiest decision to make, of course, is to do nothing — keep the multi-bins going, continue to clean up after those who abuse them, and collectively cross our ¿ngers that there isn’t a nasty toxic spill tomorrow. But that would be not getting serious about recycling, not working toward the goal of zero waste in the valley, and turning a blind eye on environmental stewardship. And that’s simply not acceptable. Jay Siska writes monthly in the News Leader Pictorial. Reach him at jaysiska@hotmail.com.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

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What do think of the federal ‘robocall’ scandal? “It’s just one more reason the Harper government is Canada’s biggest mistake since Mulroney.”

Joanna Dudley, Cowichan Station

“It’s been blown out of proportion. The opposition’s trying to make mountains out of mole hills to justify their poor showing. Any misdirection was done by the ﬁrm hired to do the automated calling.”

Bob Sullivan, Cowichan

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River of tears Åows to a better tomorrow

With Truth and Reconciliation should come understanding

Dear editor I sincerely hope those present at the Truth and Reconciliation event have a better understanding of our lives, as all the horrendous experiences of being separated from family, community, culture, language was dif¿cult. But to add much for survivors was the physical abuse, sexual abuse and punishment for speaking or practising one’s culture. Education of the public is of utmost importance as many people out there have some bad concepts of our life today. One ¿ne non-Native gentleman thanked me for my presentation, he said he now understand more. Ray (Tony) Charlie, Chemainus

In my opinion: Truth and Reconciliation event shares necessary story

wept by the Cowichan River on the day I attended the Cowichan Tribes meeting with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. It was pouring rain outside the window of the big cedar house, Qw’umiyiqun — originally constructed for Expo 67 in Montreal and later moved to Cowichan. comments submitted online at cowichannewsleader.com The room was warm, hushed, lined with cedar and solemn-faced people listening to the real stories of children — now adults — who experienced Car sharing an idea that makes a the residential school system. whole lot of good sense Commissioner Marie Wilson misused us to unDear editor derstand how these sessions ¿t in with the process Re: Aaron Bichard’s column on car sharing. begun with Prime Minister Stephen Harper. In Hear, hear! We borrow chainsaws, lawnmow2008, Harper apologized to the First Nations of ers, baby clothes and trade child-minding Canada for the wrong thinking and harm done Andrew Leong hours. We have a kayak we hope will become Cowichan Chief Harvey Alphonse speaks during the opening of the Truth and Reconciliation event Thursday and by residential schools that took children from the neighbourhood kayak. It simply does not their families, their homes, their culture and their Friday at the Quw’utsun’ Cultural Centre. make sense for every single person to own all language, and tried to assimilate them into colonial of the same things. Great column, Aaron. society. Heather Kaye, Duncan The oral history recorded in the Truth and New city of Duncan Åag leaves Look past the wage and be offended Reconciliation comments submitted online at cowichannewsleader.com Sessions is intended to eradicate the shame of painful experience by documenting what many feeling excluded by the abuse of power is now spoken and part of the healing process. Dear editor Dear editor Where are the services our tax It is a chance for Canadians of good heart to take There has been much heated debate lately I respect a commentator’s right to hate teachdollars are paying for? charge of our doings and ensure this kind of harm about the new Duncan city Àag, both pro and ers, just on principle. I understand some have Dear editor never happens again. con. I am sure Sharon. Jackson went to a consid- had years and years of media spin that has Why do our federal agencies devoted to It takes great courage to come before witnesses erable effort to create this Àag, however, it seems encouraged them to believe teachers are lazy, coastal environments turn a blind eye to to me to be more suited to the entire district of goldbricking leeches. Please inform yourselves, and disclose painful truths. derelect vessels up and down our coast? In the It was on display as we heard the stories of boys Cowichan rather than the City of Duncan. and quickly. case of this wreck, The Dominion, the Coast and girls who lived in the school on Kuper (PeThere are no First Nations lands within the I’m not going to argue about wages — I Guard competes with the Department of Fishnelekut) Island and the Christie residential school boundaries of the city. There are no waterways make a good wage because I have paid, from eries and Oceans to see who can pass the buck in Clayoquot. on the boundaries of the city. The old post my own back pocket, for seven years of fastest without having to do anything. Do we The witnesses’ mouths were dry. They sighed of¿ce (now city hall) is not the most signi¿cant university (do you know what tuition costs need a citizens’ volunteer movement like the deeply when words could not come, tears Àowed landmark that brings to mind the city of Dunthese days?) and because I have been a loyal Cowichan Estuary Preservation Society to do can; the train station does, and should, because employee for 20 years. I think I deserve what I and voices quavered as we heard of Roman Cathothe job our taxes are supposedly paying for? it was its establishment that sparked what earn, and I think we all deserve a cost-of-living lic brothers physically, sexually and emotionally What exactly do the agencies responsible became the city of Duncan. I believe a city Àag adjustment now and then. A beginning teacher abusing children in a systematic, sadistic, shocking actually do? In Cowichan Bay, the answer is should be more about what is inside that city in this district makes $42,000 to start. Hardly a way over many years. not much at all. We seem to have lost our will The result has been many years and thousands of than what is outside its boundaries. golden handshake. to regulate anything. Does this federal governunhappy lives ¿lled with dire need, uncertain parThere is nothing in the heraldry displayed on What I am going to insist upon, though, is ment have any interest beyond pipelines and enting, lost culture, low skills and no self-esteem this new Àag denoting the farmers, miners, log- that every citizen in B.C. should be outraged dirty oil? I don’t see much evidence. Do any — institutionalized in poor exam results, failure gers, merchants, etc., who settled and built this by what this government is doing (or trying of you? to ¿nish school, alcoholism, jail cells full of First city. There is only ¿ve of seven tribes of one to do) to the democratic process. Words like Tom Shandel, Cowichan Bay Nations people and systematic injustice. ethnic group representing the entire populace, “fascism” and “dictatorial” and “abuse of comments submitted online at cowichannewsleader.com What is remarkable is the grace and gentleness and they are not residents of Duncan. If you power” come swiftly to mind. Please put aside iintend to indicate the people of Duncan should your learned prejudices of unions and do some of the Cowichan people in hearing these terrible truths. The hall was dotted with white-jacketed iit not be done in a manner that is all-inclusive deeper thinking. comforters who saw those of us who wept, put aand non-ethnic? Lisa Winfrey Read, Duncan their arms around us, handed us Kleenex and colcomments submitted online at cowichannewsleader.com The city Àag should be of a design that is lected our tears. aall-inclusive so that everyone may embrace it. “Do Canadians fully understand the legacy of Native The victims made large-hearted recommendaT The new Àag leaves many old-time residents residential schools?” More letters online tions to move forward, ¿nd solutions, start training ffeeling excluded, and they should be entitled You answered: (70 votes) and education programs, adjust the justice system, tto their opinion without being subjected to Also, read fresh stories every day and share 68 per cent NO and recognize the strength of their culture and herirridicule. your thoughts immediately through the comtage that has brought them out of this dark tunnel L. L Lindstrom To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the ments function. of their past into the light of the future. Duncan D web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com at cowichannewsleader.com I grew up in Saskatchewan, unaware of the residential school system. I know we must educate our children about it so it can never happen again. As a resident of the Cowichan Valley, I must begin meeting my First Nations neighbours and searching for the lovely women who welcomed me to their session and put their arms around me as Here are some tips: Keep it short — 300 words or less; Keep it local — letters raised in We want to hear your opinion on just about any matter of local interest. I wept over the young children lost to us and lost to response to issues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, Here’s how to send it to us: a real chance in life in Canada. not the individual. • Email your thoughts to editor@cowichannewsleader.com If tears can heal, then they truly are sacred. 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Is co-operative business the future of the Cowichan economy?

Weekend screening and workshop: Local documentary ﬁlmmaker and his supporters hope so Krista Siefken

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galtarian answers to valley issues such as affordable housing, agriculture and industry will be examined during Cowichan’s U.N. International Year of the Co-operative event at VIU this weekend. “The idea is to improve the educational awareness of co-operatives in the Cowichan Valley, because it seems the majority of people don’t know what a co-operative is,” said Rob Douglas, one of the organizers of the event. “We see co-operatives as a way to create decentpaying jobs, full employment, localize the economy, and give people more control over their lives, because co-operatives are a real form of democracy.” The event kicks off Friday evening with a screening of Civilizing the Economy, followed by a question-and-answer discussion with ¿lm writer

John Restakis and its director, Cowichan resident Tom Shandel. The ¿lm’s ¿rst part, Shandel said, examines the success of cooperatives in northern Italy. “Almost 50 per cent of the GDP in that region — which is the richest region in Italy — is from co-operative enterprise, meaning production cooperatives of all sorts, and that’s an amazing reality,” Shandel said. “And the reason this is so applicable to B.C. is that it’s mostly small- and medium-sized enterprises.” Then on Saturday Vancouver Island University, Transition Cowichan, and the valley chapter of the Council of Canadians also sponsor a workshop exploring the history of the international co-operative movement, plus real-world examples. “We have a long history of co-operatives in Canada, and B.C. as well — some of the strongest credit unions in North America are here in B.C. and those are made by the working men and women of the province,” Douglas said. “And in terms of the Cowichan Valley, one major area for co-operatives is in affordable housing.” The co-operative model applied to housing would see a mix of ¿xed-income seniors plus low- and middle-income families living in the same building,

Douglas. “A lot of our farmers talk about the need for a processing facility. We have a history of farmers and co-operatives here in the valley, and that’s another area that could work.” For example, the now-defunct Cowichan Creamery Cooperative was one of the oldest co-ops in B.C., dating back to 1895. It was the ¿rst dairy co-operative in the province. “They sold butter and eggs and dairy products in their own store and set up a feed mill,” Douglas courtesy Tom Shandel Scenes from the industrial revolution colour this weekend’s added. “The idea of co-operatives isn’t something that’s new in the valley. It goes way back and we’re screening of the documentary Civilizing The Economy. hoping to revive that idea — and expand on it.” “When you look at our province, it’s amazing,” with rent determined by income. said Shandel. “We have the resources, so why don’t “The co-operative owns the housing, but you own we keep them here, and use them?” part of the cooperative,” Douglas explained. There’s also the idea of a Harmac-style, workerYour ticket owned operation at the struggling Catalyst pulp and What: U.N. International Year of the Co-operpaper mill in Crofton, Douglas said. ative events “And don’t forget social care,” added Shandel. When: Screening of Civilizing the Economy “That’s the fastest-growing sector internationally on Friday at 7 p.m.; Co-op workshop on Saturday in the co-operative movement. Think of Cowichan between 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Lodge, for instance. That would have been such a Where: In the lecture theatre at Vancouver natural subject for a co-op.” Island University’s Cowichan campus “Another area to look at is agriculture,” said Tickets: admission by donation

FUNDING FOR STUDENTS, NOT FOR WAGE HIKES. The BCTF is demanding a 15 per cent wage hike and other beneﬁts that would cost $2 billion and raise taxes for BC families. Virtually all other public sector unions have settled for no wage increases. It’s unacceptable that schools are disrupted and that students and their families are inconvenienced over an unreasonable salary demand in difﬁcult economic times. The union is making claims and demands that simply don’t add up.

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There has been over a year of negotiations and 78 full bargaining sessions.

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2100 new teaching assistants have been hired since 2001. And, with a new $165 million Learning Improvement Fund, we will hire more.

It’s time to focus on what matters most in education – BC’s students. That’s why we are focused on per-student funding which is at an all time high, not on wage increases. We all want to do more to make BC’s education system even better. It’s the driving force behind BC’s Education Plan that teachers, parents and students are helping to shape. Teachers care about their students. Parents care about their children’s future.

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y the way, did you hear: • Dwight International School staff and students dove into the icy waters of Shawnigan Lake March 12 in an effort to raise funds for Haiti. Service Club member and Grade 12 student Katie Koolman led the effort that raised about $1,000 to help build schools in Haiti, which is still recovering from the massive 2010 earthquake. • Coastal Community Credit Union 2012 Coastal Spirit Fund program has helped out the following Chemainus non-pro¿t events: the Chemainus Business Improvement Area Canada Day; the Cowichan Neighbourhood House food preservation workshops; the Chemainus Theatre Festival Society comedy, Harvest; and, the Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society Music in the Park Summertime Series. • Rosalie Power of the South Cowichan Chamber of Commerce asks you to mark your calendar for May 12 and join in the hunt for treasures in the second-annual Culinary Treasure Hunt. • Congratulations to Don McClintock of RE/ MAX of Duncan, who was recently honoured with a Realtor Care Award, presented to those “whose dedication to excellence inÀuences the quality of life in the communities they serve.” • Alessandra De Leeuw tells us her daughter, local dancer (and NLP paper carrier) Lavi De

Valley people Name: Archibald James McKean Occupation: retired Age: 58 Hometown: Alexandria, Scotland If you get a chance go see: I have not been to the movies in more than two years Right now I am reading: A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle I’m listening to: Beverley McKeen and Ed Peekeekoot At least once everyone should: check out the local music at the Duncan Garage Showroom Most people don’t know I: wear orthopedic shoes Proudest or happiest moment: watching the birth of my two children Biggest fear: hypodermic shots If I was appointed king of the valley I would: to remove unjust laws from the books and have a day of reasoning. Who knows? It might catch on. Before I die: I want to pass the crown on to the next king or queen Words I live by: any day above ground is another day in paradise

Leeuw did more than do well at the Cowichan Music Festival. She ¿nished second in classical ballet and tap and ¿rst in character ballet and lyrical jazz. But what’s more remarkable is the tap placing happened after she slipped on the shiny Àoor downstairs and broke her elbow just before her performance. • Lesley Fountain tells us the Duncan thrift store af¿liated with Somenos Transition House — WINGS II: Women in Need Growing Stronger — is in need of nightgowns, housecoats, slippers, yoga pants, or shirts and skirts suitable for job interviews. A donation of any of these items would be greatly appreciated. • Sue Lindgren and the ReThreads Custom Clothing Company celebrated their move the much larger upstairs suite on the second Àoor of 262 Station Street with a March 3 party. • Congratulations to the Cowichan Toastmasters 950 Club, which has enjoyed a recent resurgence in membership. On Saturday at Duncan Farmers’ Market, town crier Ben Buss read the proclamation that March is Toastmasters Month in the city of Duncan. Exciting things happening for you, your friends or your family that you want to share with your community? Send us a quick email at editor@ cowichannewsleader.com. We’d love to spread the word.

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2007 Frances Kelsey Secondary School graduate Becky Joy has been chosen as the artist behind the 2012 Vancouver International Auto Show. “It was really close this year. She did a great job with this,” said Paul McGeachie, executive director. “It has the benchmark we like on posters; a non-partisan approach, it’s not brand-speci¿c.” The concept of the poster stems from the architecture and design of BC Place, according to Vancouver International Auto Show Becky Joy, the winner of the contest and currently This poster designed by a Frances Kelsey grad was picked to a full-time second-year student in the Illustration/ promote next month’s Vancouver International Auto Show. Design: Elements and Applications at Capilano

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Trio of local artists ring in the equinox with North Cowichan show The spring equinox —the beginning of the growing season, the fresh cycle of life starts to bud and the world delights in the rebirth of life. And North Cowichan’s Margaret Nelleman Gallery hopes to complement the explosion of natural creativity but showcasing the creativity of three prominent

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local artists. Painter Coco Jones, left, basket weaver Joan Carrigan and ceramicist Margit Nelleman combine for a show running from March 22 to April 22. Event promo material says Jones’ work revel in the playfulness and vibrancy of life, Carrigan’s work spans millennia of

techniques, and Nellemann’s work plays on the theme of fertility and growth. The Spring Equinox Exhibit opens with a reception tomorrow from 6 to 9 p.m. at the gallery, 8350 Richards Trail. The gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information, call 250-748-3811.

His word on it All Things Spoken: Famed Olympic We Are More poet makes his Cowichan debut as he puts his insight on the human condition to music Peter W. Rusland

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lympic poet Shane Koyczan hauls his gold-plated words of wisdom to Cowichan March 25. His local premier of All Things Spoken will be punctuated by his Short Story Long trio during their pause for the clause in the Duncan Garage Showroom. The band boasts keyboardist Olivia Mennell, guitarist Maiya Robbie, stand-up bassist Jesse Lee, and cellist Jordie Robinson. They back Koyczan’s verses with music spanning folk to funk, ambient to rock. Koyczan’s emotional poem We Are More was a tearjerker among 55,000 sports fans during the 2010 Olympics’ opening ceremonies . Still, he was modest about his fame during Thursday’s band-break interview. “Jesus, I don’t know — I’m honoured as someone who excels in the art form, but I’ve always had trouble with titles,” the Pentictonbased poet told the News Leader Pictorial. “It sounds like a lot “While their to live up to. If I didn’t like what I’m doing, experiences are I’d have quit a long unique, there are time ago.” But he didn’t. universal themes Instead, Koyczan, tying us all to35, is releasing his new album Remembrance gether.” Year mirroring 13 years of honing his spoken-word craft. He’s also re-issued his second book, Stickboy: A Novel In Verse (“It’s kinda based on my life”), and his latest publication Our Deathbeds will be Thirsty (April 18) .

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“I write about experiences I’ve had. It’s the old adage, ‘write what you know’ and what I know is me.” The Yellowknife native also knows about politics, citing his poems This Is My Voice, and Wasted Vote. But the opinion orator was stumped when asked for his messages to Prime Minister Stephen Harper and B.C. Premier Christy Clarke. “There’s so much to go into where those two are involved. My biggest beef is hacking and slashing of the arts (funding) in Canada. “Considering my life, what affects me most is the budget cuts to what they see as unnecessary — we work to enjoy life but they’re taking away the enjoyment of it.” To salve funding cuts, the wordsmith’s on mission to connect folks through his work. “One of my main driving forces is I enjoy seeing the connectivity people have at a show. “While their experiences are unique, there are universal themes tying us all together,” he said citing one piece about a friend who died. And Koyczan hopes others share their feelings through art. “I certainly urge people to express themselves, whether it’s painting, singing, or photography — any way to express yourself is a healthy outlet.” He’ll stick to spoken words backed by music, thanks. “The band creates a lot of music to give me a handle on the feelings of a piece.” He writes those poems alone, often penning the ¿nal sentence ¿rst. “I write alone. I tend to write backward, writing the ending ¿rst. That’s often the most important thing I have to say; that’s why I start at the end — I drive everything toward that point.” That technique helped Koyczan bag Best New Artist at the 2009 B.C. Interior Music Awards, and gold at the U.S. Slam Poetry Championship, and the Canadian Spoken Word Olympics. His favourite writers include Leonard Cohen and Al Purdy, Sherma Alexis (Summer Of Black Widows), Tom Wayman, and Lorna Crosier. They inspired him to put his thoughts and feelings down.

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Shane Koyczan comes to Duncan Sunday along with a backing band that includes Olivia Mennell and Maiya Robbie. “When other kids were dreading their poetry book, I was stealing mine.” Now he’s swiping time from writing to practise with Short Story Long. “Working with this band is a great growing experience. “I just do the spoken word and leave the hard work to the musicians — it’s all geared toward spoken work and music.” Music embellishes Koyczan’s poems created during up to ¿ve hours of daily writing. “I’ve got every manner of writing utensil — a laptop, a typewriter, a pen.” Those tools yielded Remembrance Year. “It’s really about every year,” he said. “There’s something from every year that you’ll

have to honour at some point, whether it’s grief or love.” Call Koyczan’s show an emotional ¿rst-aid kit. “I hope people get relief, and camaraderie knowing they’re not alone out there — and that other people are going through something similar.” Your ticket What: Shane Koyczan and Short Story Long When: March 25, 8 p.m. Where: Duncan Garage Showroom Tickets: $25 door $22 advance. Call 250748-7246.

Folk Guild searching for the next island songwriter Islands Folk Festival: producers in search of the next homegrown talent who can jam out the best melody in 2012 Celina Albany

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he Cowichan Folk Guild is preparing for this summer’s Islands Folk Festival, which will have you singing a different tune. The Islands Songwriting Contest commenced on March 1 and is open to all entries until May 25. The contest is designed to generate local talent and utilize the opportunity of getting their music out there on a large public platform. “What I like is where applications come

from. It’s interesting to see,” said Robert McCourty, artistic director who has been working with the Cowichan Folk Guild for ¿ve years. Entries come from all along the coast; every city, every town and every island, according to McCourty. What’s this year’s theme? Ecology and the environment. “It’s a nice topic. We’re looking for someone who delivers that message very well so people can relate to it and be inspired. Like Joni Mitchell’s Big Yellow Taxi, something like that, it makes people aware,” said McCourty. This is the third anniversary of the increas-

ingly popular event, which is open to all ages and musical styles. “We had close to 200 (entries) last year, which was nice. The deadline fell in the middle of the the postal strike,” said McCourty. One of McCourty’s favourite winning songs is Greg Madill’s 2010 Circle Me With Water. When all is said and done, a ¿nal group of nine ¿nalists will perform for a panel of three judges along with the audience at the opening night of the 28th-annual Islands Folk Festival on July 20. Entry fee is $25 per song, which goes to the Cowichan Folk Guild. Call 250-748-3975.

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Sunrise Waldorf students stage Shakespeare’s The Twelfth Night Friday and Saturday at the Mercury Theatre.

BlackJack Comedy Tour: The King of Canadian Comedy Mike MacDonald and comedian Matt Billon poke holes in your realities, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $20 advance, $25 door. Call

250-748-7246. Canadian Motorcycle Cruisers: welcomes all riders for a meetand-greet and coffee. We meet on very second Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the A&W restaurant in Duncan. For information, call 250-246-2348.

Thursday Fostering: the Ministry of Child and Family Development is hosting information sessions on March 22 and April 4 at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the Cowichan library 2687 James Street in Duncan.

Mike MacDonald: Canada’s King of Comedy will be appearing at the Crofton Showroom along with the hilarious Matt Billon 8 p.m., Crofton Hotel, 1534 Joan Avenue, Crofton. Tickets $20 Call 250324-2245. Want to practice Spanish? El

Circulo Espanol meets every Thursday night at 7 p.m. to speak and learn together. We are a multilevel group and welcome all levels of Spanish. It’s free. Call 250-743-9715, 250743-5974, or 250-597-4225.

Friday Storytime: at the south Cowichan library for children 3 to 5, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Call 250-743-5436 for information. Native Plant Nursery Day: at Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve, 1241 Maple Bay Rd. Volunteers needed to work in the native plant nursery. Many wildﬂowers are already sending up shoots. Drop in for one, two or three hours. Park at the end of Aitken Road off of Maple Bay Road between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call 250-7487124 for more info.

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Holly Arntzen/Kevin Wright: encouraging social activism through musical energy, speciﬁcally highlighting the plight of the salmon, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $12 advance, $15 door. Call 250-748-7246.

Celebrate Excellence in the Cowichan Valley The Chamber is presenting awards to some very special people at the Black Tie Awards 2012. Be the first to know the Award winners in 7 categories: Customer Service, Volunteer of the Year, Young Entrepreneur, Business Achievement, Home-Based Business, Green Business, and, new this year, Art in Business.

Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night: performed by the Grade 8 class of Sunrise Waldorf School, 7 p.m., Mercury Theatre Duncan. Tickets $10, or $25 family. Call 250-743-7253.

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South Island Musical Theatre Society is seeking a drama director, musical director and choreographer for its production of Oklahoma. The directorial team will lead a dynamic team of production technicians, actors and musicians. A sing-a-long with Oklahoma will be on March 23rd at Vimy Hall starting at 6:00pm. Anyone interested in being part of Oklahoma please attend. contact Cathy Schmidt @ 250-746-6897

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BROUGHTON, Lorna Lorna Broughton passed away on March 12 of her 85th year. She was a long time resident of Cobble Hill. Lorna leaves her four children Cheryl, Linda, Kevin and Merritt, their spouses, her ďŹ ve grandchildren and her great grandchildren to mourn her passing. Lorna was predeceased by her husband Walter. Her end came very quickly and the family was overwhelmed with the love and support that eased her passage by the staff at Wexford Creek in Nanaimo.

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ALLEN, John Garth Sept. 3, 1933 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ma. 11, 2012 John passed away peacefully at Sunridge Place in Duncan, BC at the age of 78. In 1933 John was born in Pope, Manitoba to John (Jack) and Amy Allen. After graduating from Hamiota high school and ďŹ nishing his pharmaceutical apprenticeship at Gilchrist Drug Store in Rivers, MB, John continued on to the University of Manitoba were he graduated with his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and president of his graduating class (Senior Stick). During his ďŹ nal year in university, John married the love of his life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Shirley (nee Frame). Following graduation, John and Shirley relocated to Brandon, MB where he worked as a pharmacist at Clementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drug Store for a year and began to raise a family. In 1960, Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career as an entrepreneur began with the purchase of Clementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drug Store. Over the next several years John established partnerships with several pharmacists â&#x20AC;&#x201C; opening The Brandon Professional Building on 6th Street with the Medical Centre Pharmacy and the Allen Brown Drug Mart in the Brandon Shoppers Mall. In 1977 John, as the founding president, formed Super Thrifty Drug Marts Canada with six other pharmacists. Over the years they acquired many drug stores in rural Manitoba including the three original stores in Brandon and employed over 250 employees. While operating these successful businesses, John found time for many community endeavors including; school trustee for 6 years, Board of Governors for Brandon University for 4 years, Board of Directors for the Brandon Winter Fair, President of the Brandon Chamber of Commerce, founding Chairman of the Brandon Business Improvement Area, Director of the Kinsmen Club of Brandon, member of the Canada Winter Games Committee, Masonic Lodge, the YMCA Board and on the Board of Directors for the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association. John raised funds for many organizations such as; United Way, Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation, YMCA and the Brandon Wheat Kings. In 1981, John ventured into the world of politics and won the Progressive Conservative nomination for the Brandon West riding. In1984 Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s continued love of business resulted in the purchase of the James Bay Inn Hotel and Suites in Victoria, BC which is still owned and operated by family. More than a business man John was a loving husband, father and grandfather and friend. Times shared at the family cottage at Clear Lake, MB golďŹ ng, boating, playing bridge will be remembered with a smile (as well as his great handyman skills!). John was curler, a hunter and a ďŹ&#x201A;ier! John and Shirley ďŹ&#x201A;ew their plane for business and pleasure within Canada and across the country. John was an active member and past president of the Brandon Flying Club. John and Shirley holidayed often with their boys, friends and later on with their many grandchildren - Mexico, Hawaii, Australia, Disney world and Vegas to name a few favorites. After retiring from Super Thrifty in 1998, John and Shirley moved to Arbutus Ridge on Vancouver Island. John was the consummate gentleman. His great intelligence, wise-cracking sense of humour, genuine interest in people, and love of life was remarkable. John is survived by his wife Shirley of Cobble Hill, BC and his three sons; Ric (Pinder) from Victoria, BC, Jim (Debbie) from Calgary, AB and Michael (Christine) from Duncan, BC, his sister Isabel from Lethbridge, AB, ten grandchildren -Richard, Amy, Rajin, Jovan, Jacqui (Marc), Bree, Geoff (Kahyun), Jada, Michael Jr, Madison, four great-grandchildren (Ryder, Layla, Isaiah and Gus), John was predeceased by his brother Lawrence and his grandson Mitchell. Many thanks to all friends and family who supported John over this past year especially Al& Anne Frame who were always there to lend a hand, share a smile or express their love and kindness. A special thanks to Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s caregivers at Sunridge Place â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a wonderful home away from home. For those who so desire, a donation to a charity of choice, in lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, would be greatly appreciated. A life well lived - John you will truly be missed!

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FREDRIKSSON, Martta April 9, 1926 - March 10, 2012 It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend. She enjoyed a full and adventurous life. Born in Finland she immigrated to Canada where she married Carl. Together they provided a loving home for three daughters and seven grandchildren. Martta was predeceased by her husband Carl in 2001. Martta leaves behind her girls, Anne (Vince), Belinda (Shane), Monica (Ron); her grandchildren, Dennis, Phillip, Julian, Tristan, Jennifer, Stephen and Cedar. Martta's ďŹ ve sisters in Finland, Mirja, Meeri, Maire, Sipe, Liisi, as well as numerous lifelong friends and neighbours. I cried when you passed away I still cry today Although I loved you dearly I couldn't make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest God broke my heart to prove to me He only takes the best. TB Herington A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday March 25, 2012 at 1 p.m. at the Crofton Senior's Centre near the B.C. Ferry Terminal. Special thanks to the two daughters from other mothers, Judith Weir and Theresa Anderson, and the 3rd ďŹ&#x201A;oor nursing staff at CDH for their compassionate care.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother at the age of 83 after several months of poor health. Lisa was predeceased by her husband Michele in 1991 and her youngest son John in 2010. She is survived by her eldest son Joe (Kathy), daughters Yeta and Angela (Mark); seven grandchildren Michael J (Jessie), Laura (Dan), Michael W, Dylan, Riley, Wyatt and Sophia and six great-grandchildren Benjamin, Judah, Rebekah, Aaron, Elias and Lydia. Lisa was born in Casacalenda, Campobasso, Italy, the oldest of eleven children. She immigrated to Canada in 1953 to join her husband and they joyfully worked together raising their children and sponsoring brothers and sisters from Italy. Lisa and Mike resided in Cobble Hill until 1989. Through the years, Mom always enjoyed her family gatherings with lots of good homemade Italian food, homegrown vegetables from her garden, homemade wine, stories of the past in Italy and early days in Canada. For the last twenty-three years, Lisa lived in Duncan and made many new acquaintances and special friendships through her church activities including the Catholic Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s League, Widowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Support Group, Basic Christian Community and other groups including Flora House, yoga, bowling, bocce and the Italian Club. Lisa shared her baking and cooking skills with her family and friends and was seldom without a supply of her famous Italian pizzelle cookies. Her family expresses sincere thanks to the medical staff at the Cowichan District Hospital for all their care and kind attention to Mom. Prayers will be offered in St. Edwardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Roman Catholic Church, 2085 Tzouhalem Road, Duncan, B.C., on Thursday, March 22, at 6:00 p.m. Mass for the Christian Burial of the Dead will be celebrated on Friday, March 23, at 9:00 a.m. Reverend Father Alfredo Monacelli, Celebrant. Entombment follows at 3:00 p.m. at Ocean View Burial Park, 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby, B.C. Online condolences will be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

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LEGALS Notice to Creditors Joseph Edmund Pineault, deceased, formerly of # 118, 80 Tenth Street, Nanaimo, B.C. are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned executor at 15-355 Day Road, Duncan, B.C. V9L 3K4, on or before the 31st day of March 2012, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Brian Pineault, Executor

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication. Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition! Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Required Immediately. Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician for Vernon Dealership. Our Heavy Equipment Technicians maintain, repair and rebuild heavy equipment at our shop and in the field in a safe, efficient and capable manner. Qualifications required: Journeyman certification. Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety. Able to meet the physical demands of a Heavy Equipment Technician. Working knowledge of computers. Experience in the Forestry and construction Industry. Woodland Equipment Inc offers excellent wage compensation, extended health benefits. On-going industry training and year round employment. We are one of the largest Hyundai dealers in Canada and believe our continued growth is a result of our highly skilled and engaged employees who deliver excellence in the Workplace. Come join our team in sunny and warm Vernon, where you will be appreciated, love our climate and enjoy all our outdoor activities. Please forward your resume via email to rgilroy@woodland equip.com. No phone calls please.

APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship For Women to attend Journalism certiﬁcate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline May 30, 2012. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com

LOST: BLACK Manx cat, female, medium sized, short tail, Maple Bay Rd. area. Call 250597-1060. LOST- LAST seen Mar 11 male white lab husky x wearing a back pack on long leash, answers to Lucas. Needs medication. If found please (250)597-8700, 250-732-4762.

CALL FOR ENTRIES 10TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 19,20, 21 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca or phone 250-338-6901

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES HOME BASED BUSINESSWe need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com EVER wanted your own business? Work from home online PT/FT. Call toll free 1-877-336-2513

is looking for Truss, Engineered Wall Systems and EWP Sales Reps for contractor and residential sales. Under direct supervision, they will represent the company providing sales and customer service at the customers site; facilitate generating sales by gathering data for technical staff related to customer needs and design specifications and act as company liaison. To apply or receive more information email: lorne.winship@pacific buildingsystems.com http://pacific-homes.net http://pacifictruss.net/ 243102 GREENSKEEPER WANTED Cowichan Golf & Country Club has a greenskeeper position available. Horticultural knowledge and experience is considered an asset. Email you resume and cover letter to Dave Purslow at: cowichangolf@telus.net

Museum Assistant The BC Forest Discovery Centre requires someone with an outgoing personality, who can work efﬁciently with little supervision, and is capable of multi-tasking. The successful applicant will work in the areas of admissions, gift shop, and concession as well as act as the conductor and provide museum tours. This is a seasonal support staff position and is subject to layoff during the Centre’s time of closure. Resumes will be accepted by mail, e-mail at the address below no later than 4:30 pm, Friday March 30, 2012. info.bcfdc@shawlink.ca Contact: Vicki Holman, Manager 2892 Drinkwater Road Duncan, BC, V9L 6C2

HELP WANTED

Surespan Structures, a local well established manufacturing construction company, is looking for an experienced accountant to fill a permanent full time position. A designated CMA/CGA/CA is preferred. Students currently pursuing a designation in accounting are also invited to apply. Reporting to the Vice President, you will be responsible for the following: • Accounts payable and accounts receivable processing • Cost accounting and reporting for projects • Inventory control and maintenance • Manufacturing variances and analysis • Budget preparations • Margin and profitability analysis • Departmental and project cost reviews You must have three years of relevant experience, have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be proficient in Office applications. You are organized, can work within tight deadlines, and ideally have Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains software experience. Please attach a PDF copy of your cover letter and resume when replying. Apply to applyacctjob@gmail.com

HELP WANTED

Admin Assistant Duncan, BC

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COBBLE HILL Paciﬁc Homes-Paciﬁc Truss

HELP WANTED

TRAVEL Avon products for sale Saturday March 24/12 11 AM-2 PM Island Savings Centre Koksilah Room Get a gift for mentioning the ad. Home party, fundraising and Avon opportunity information available at the event. avon596@gmail.com www.avon.ca

HELP WANTED

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualiﬁed- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 1(877)818-0783.

The News Leader Pictorial office is holding several sets of “found” keys”, since March 2003. Stop into the office and see if any belong to you. #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, next to Buckerfields

Spring Into Avon

HELP WANTED An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for ﬁeld and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051

FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, March 24th & April 28th courses 8:30-4:30 $65. 250746-4154 www.saferfood.ca

MORE JOBS Than graduates! Employers seek out CanScribe Medical Transcription graduates. New course! New low price! We need more students! Enroll today! 1-800466-1535 www.canscribe.com admissions@canscribe.com

HELP WANTED A Curator’s position is available at the BC Forest Discovery Centre. This position is responsible for planning, management and coordination of activities related to the care and interpretation of the collection. Strong leadership and organizational abilities required. A complete job description is available at www.discoveryforest.com Applicants may e-mail resumes to info.bcfdc@shawlink.ca and will be accepted no later than Wednesday, April 4th, 4:30 pm.

Full-time, 40 hrs/wk, responsibilities include but are not limited to phones, typing, filing, mailing, processing payments, data entry incl A/P and A/R, monthly statements, tracking rentals, reconciling credit cards, booking travel and accommodation – applicants must have min 3 yrs office experience and be proficient in Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet – hourly wage based on experience, plus benefits – please send cover letter and resume by email to cheryl@islandtractors.com or fax to 250-746-5518 no calls please.

ISLAND TRACTOR & SUPPLY

2928 Sprott Road, Duncan, BC V9L 6B5

www.islandtractors.com

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HELP WANTED The Duncan-Cowichan Chamber of Commerce is looking for a dynamic individual to lead the organization as our General Manager. This is a leadership position with the key responsibility of providing value and services to our membership and ensuring the Chamber has a strong and positive presence in our community. With experience in motivating and inspiring a staff of 10-15, a solid ﬁnancial background in reporting, budgeting, and analyzing an annual budget of over $3M, plus solid communications and team skills, the successful candidate would ideally be fully familiar with the Cowichan Valley and its excellent strengths. Areas of responsibility would include managing the organization’s day to day affairs including tourism services, special events and member services. Individuals with a visionary outlook, a passion for the Cowichan Valley, and a solid business background will be viewed favourably. Please respond with your resume or LinkedIn proﬁle prior to April 11/12 to resumes@duncancc.bc.ca

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

HELP WANTED

TRADES, TECHNICAL

SHERWOOD HOUSE. Casual on call housekeeper 1 day per week, plus holiday coverage. Must be experienced and love working worth seniors. Please bring resumes with references to Audrey Norman, 280 Government St., Duncan.

DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Journeymen Carpenters and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Carpenters must have experience with installation of footing forms, slab on grade forms, build and install wall, column and elevated horizontal forms. Ability to layout work, off supplied control lines. And the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

SOUTH ROCK has positions for road construction workers, BASE - heavy equipment operators (Finish Grader Op). Asphalt - (paver, roller, screed, raker). Heavy Duty Mechanic (service truck). General labourers. Forward resume to: careers@southrock.ca. Fax 403-568-1327; www.southrock.ca.

HOME CARE/SUPPORT EXP. HOME Support-Cobble Hill. 20hrs FT + on call. split shift, eves (1.5hrs), weekends (days), meals, light housekeeping. wage neg dep on exp. 250-743-2721. lve. msge.

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD

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EXPERIENCED COOK, F/T for busy neighbourhood pub. Apply by phone or in person to Saltair Pub. Peter (250)2464241.

HELP WANTED

is seeking an eager, knowledgeable quilter who has a desire to provide excellent customer service and also work as a team player. Full time position including weekends. Please drop off resume at Fabricland, attention: Sharon Henderson.

North COWICHAN MUNICIPALITY of

North Cowichan invites applicants for the position of Financial and Asset Management Accountant. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Asset Management Accountant will have excellent analytical and organization skills, combined with a high degree of professional judgement. View full job posting details and requirements, as well as how to apply, by selecting ‘Employment Opportunities’ from ‘Quick Links’ on our website. 7030 Trans Canada Hwy Box 278, Duncan, BC V9L 3X4 Ph: 250-746-3100 Fax: 250-746-3133 www.northcowichan.ca

DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Laborers and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Laborers will possess competency in assisting on the installation of all types of formwork, performing general labor work and placing concrete. Have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

NC PROGRAMMER

Pacific Energy, a leading manufacturer of quality hearth products, requires an NC Programmer for its operations in Duncan, BC. The ideal candidate will have programmed turret punch presses using NCX, SMP or similar turret software. The candidate must be computer literate and should have CAD experience, preferably SolidWorks. Microsoft Excel and Access experience would be an asset. Please send your resume to Chuck Richardson at chuck@pacificenergy.net WELDERS/FITTERS required for busy Edmonton structural steel shop. Top compensation, full benefits, indoor heated work, relocation assistance. Fax resume: 780-939-2181 or careers@garweld.com.

PERSONAL SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GARAGE SALES

HOMES WANTED

APARTMENT/CONDO

PARENTS UNITE

WE BUY HOUSES

MAPLE GROVE APTS. 3271 Cowichan Lake Rd 2 & 3 Bedroom Units

GARAGE SALE Huge event with 66 tables of children’s toys, clothing & family goods.

Saturday, March 31st 9:00 - 12 noon Island Savings Centre Multi-Purpose Hall Tables still available: $19. For more info call: (250)748-7529

JEWELS, FURS BUY, SELL, Watches, Estate Jewellery, Gold, Diamonds, Repairs, Custom designs. St. Thomas Gold & Silver, 895 Fort Street, Victoria, 250-3807698.

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APPLIANCES MAYTAG WASHER & dryer, 2.5 yrs old, like new, $500 obo. Call 250-748-0477.

FREE ITEMS

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Call 1-866-642-1867 IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

FREE: FILL, we will deliver. Mill Bay-Chemainus. Call Main Road Contracting at 250-7467510, 250-743-8931 or 1-250391-7310.

FUEL/FIREWOOD 5 CORDS of Mill ends, $295 delivered. Or you pick up, $50 pickup load. Call us at (250)416-0069. SEASONED DRY Fir/Maple, split, delivered, cut to length, $200 delivered, Ladysmith to Mill Bay. 250-597-3760 SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ﬁrewood producer offers ﬁrewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

GARAGE SALES FUNDRAISER SALE, Fri March 23 & Sat March 24, 10 to 3, at the Duncan Christian School Elementary Gymn, 495 Beech Ave off Trunk Rd. Many new items, lifejackets, new music CD’s, Crayola items, scrapbooking, & more! Come join us for lunch. Proceeds for Harvest House Food Bank, and Duncan Christian School. More info call (250)246-9917

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CHECK CLASSIFIEDS! Call 310.3535

MEADES CREEK- 2 bdrm suite, large yard, prkg, on bus route, pets ok, laundry. $560. Call (250)210-0756. SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS 3251 Cowichan Lake Rd. Clean 1 and 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, ﬁreplace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Close to Schools & Hospitals. To view call Dorcas

APARTMENTS FURNISHED 2 bdrm apt in CROFTON. Avail. mid. March. Incl 5 appls. 2nd ﬂr above quiet Dandy mini storage on Joan Ave. $750. Ref. req. 1 pet considered. N/S pref. Call or text 250709-1379.

LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD?

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Call (250) 710-7515 to view

SMALL PET OK Adult oriented, near Cowichan Aquatic Centre. 1 bdrm, Laminate & carpet, fresh paint. Rent incls Heat & Hot Water. (250) 748-1304.

HAIRSTYLISTS

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certiﬁcation, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind and a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

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*Heat & Hot water included *Family oriented *Clean & quiet *Renovated units *Indoor Pets welcome *Onsite Laundry Facilities

(250)710-7515 250-748-3412

HAIRDRESSING in your home, Cowichan Valley area. Barb Stewart. 250-715-6568

www.volunteercowichan.bc.ca

Country Grocer currently has an opening for a Scanning Supervisor to work with us in our Cobble Hill Store. We are a fast growing company that offers our Customers and Team Members a Family Shopping Experience. We are looking for a team member that has previous scanning experience in a retail environment. This position requires a high degree of accuracy with data entry using the number pad. You have the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work well under pressure. Hours will be Sunday through Monday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You have a great attitude, love to interact with customers and provide superior customer service. Country Grocer is committed to our motto “You’ll feel like family.” We offer a great team environment, competitive wages and beneﬁt package. Apply on line at www.countrygrocer.com or by email to hr@countrygrocer.com. Selected candidates only will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in working with us.

APARTMENT/CONDO

M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

Do you ever ask yourself How can _I_ make a difference? Contact us, and together we can plant the seeds of change, because Volunteers Grow Community. 250-748-2133

PERSONAL SERVICES

RENTALS

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

HUSBAND FOR HIRE. Nothing but the best. Carpenter, plumber, painter, electrician, pressure washing. Just ask my wife! Call 250-746-4493 or 250-709-1111

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

VOLUNTEERS

WORK WANTED

Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!

CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991. CLOTHING CONSIGNMENT Store opening soon in Crofton! Women, Children & Infant wear. Please call 250-7325537 to consign your items. HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!! Devilbis 220V compressor, Makita folding table saw, 40” Sony & 32” Toshiba w/DVD ﬂatscreens, brand new 2” water pump, PS3 systems, Peavey PA monitors & powered board, Samsung 3D Bluray player. 430 Whistler. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com LARGE DRESSER, 6 small drawers, 3 lg, mirror, $40 obo. (250)743-6543, 250-710-6568 SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT

STEEL BUILDINGS For all uses! Spring deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands now! Call for free Brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

VENDING MACHINE FOR SALE ONLY $500 * Perfect working order * 9 selections (perfect for candy bars, chips, etc.) * Programmable * Comes with manual * Accepts quarters, nickels and dimes * 2 shelves for storage * Measures 65” high, 28” deep, 26” wide Call Kim, Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 5pm (250) 746-4451 ext. 223

REAL ESTATE OTHER AREAS NAPLES FLORIDA Area! Bank Acquired Condos Only $169,900. Same unit sold for $428,895. Own your brand new condo for pennies on the dollar in warm, sunny SW Florida! Walk to over 20 restaurants/100 shops! Must see. Ask about travel incentives. Call 1-866-959-2825, ext 15. www.coconutpointcondos.com

$500/MO STARTING- weekly available, many apartment types, furnished, w/common kitchen. All utils, internet included. FREE local calls, No Credit Checks. Call Motel, 250-748-0661, (Duncan). BRIGHT 1 bdrm suite near Shawnigan Village, all util., HDTV & WiFi incl., N/S, N/P, suits quiet person(s), avail May 1st, $675. Call 250-7436754 evenings CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, hot water, parking, pet considered, $525$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764. CHEMAINUS 1 BDRM heat & h/w incld. small pet ok. $650. Leave msg (250)245-8869. DUNCAN: 1 & 2-bdrm, 5 appls, close to School, Hospital and bus route. $650-$800 utils. Lv msg: 250-597-4018. DUNCAN 1 bdrm suites Close to Beverly Corners, 4 blks to University, on bus route. Updated; new ﬂooring, new paint & some new ﬁxtures. $625. Heat/hot water included. NS/NP. Refs.

(250)748-3729 DUNCAN: 2 bdrm, 1350sqft, 3 yrs old, stand alone apt, 2nd floor above retail store (closed at 5pm and weekends). Walking distance to town, 5 appl’s, NS/NP, no parties. $1000/mo + util’s. Also has 1100sqft attached room (would be excellent for home based business) will finish to suite $800+ utils. Call (250)701-3276. DUNCAN- 2 BDRM, 2 bath grd flr apt, 5 appls, open kitchen living, clean, tidy. NS/NP. Avail Apr 1. $775. Call (250)709-2512. DUNCAN- 2 bdrm grnd level corner suite, 5 appls, recently reno’d, near VIU, 2 parking spaces. NS/NP. Avail immed. Refs. $895 mo. 250-715-8858. DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, stove natural gas. NS/NP. Avail Now. $850+ heat & cable. Call Gerry (250)746-4144, (250)715-6218 DUNCAN: 55+ condo, clean, bright, 2 bdrm, 5 appl’s, gas F/P, storage, secure level entry, walk to shopping, small pet ok. $795. Call (250)746-5669. DUNCAN in town, avail Apr 1st., quiet 2 bdrm apt. 6 appliances, $850-$900. 250-2466626 or 250-746-4016 SUNNY, 1400 sq.ft. 2 bdrm apt. with private garden, in downtown Cobble Hill. Separate hydro, N/S. $975./mo. Call (250)743-1450.

DUNCAN- (8 km north) Furnished studio apartment, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL AVAILABLE NOW 7000 sq.ft. store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking. 250-748-9622

COTTAGES COBBLE HILL, 2 bed cottage, 1100sqft. + garage, 5 appl’s, fully furnished, incl’s hydro, N/P, N/S, refs, $1100/mo. (250)743-8316 for details. MILL BAY ------------------------1 bedroom cabin $685/mth includes hydro. 250-715-6502 SHAWNIGAN VILLAGE, 1 bdrm, newly reno’d, util’s internet & cable incl’d, avail immed. $750/mo. Call (250)701-5328.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CHEMAINUS: 1/2 duplex in town, 3-4 bdrms, 3 bath, F/P, all appls, $1200 utils incld. Avail Apr. 1. (250)246-1546. CROFTON: 3 bdrm on 2nd ﬂoor, ocean & mountain view, balcony, bright, F/S, free laundry, near school, shopping and bus. $675 mo + util’s. Call 250-246-3773. CROFTON-BRIGHT and Spacious duplex. 3bed/2bath 6 appliances. $900/month. Contact Rick 250-246-1859 DUNCAN, 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P, duplex in quiet adult complex, walking distance to downtown Duncan, $800 mo + utils, avail now. Call 250-245-5626. Duncan: 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, $995/m. Ref. req. Avail immed. Call evenings 250748-2818 DUNCAN 2 bdrm duplex, near hospital, new ﬂooring & paint, $900 mo incls utils. Avail April 1st. Call 778-422-0078. Duncan Duplex, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appl., fenced yrd w/shed, near McAdam Park. N/S, ref’s req. Small pet considered. $925/m + utilities. Avail. Apr 1. (250) 746-6007 IN TOWN, 2 bdrm duplex, F&S, hydro included $990/mo. No pets. Avail Apr 1. 250-701-1937.

LAKE COWICHAN reno’d 2 bdrm, S/S duplex, F/S, quiet rural setting, N/S, N/P, $650 + util’s. 250-749-4061 LAKE COWICHAN- spacious 2 bdrm, F/S, F/P, nice yard, carport, laundry. $825/mo. 250-748-4253, 250-715-5810.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS 4 BDRM MOBILE Home at 22-2055 Koksilah Rd. $975.+ utils. (Avail Immed). Call Mel 250-597-0617 talltimbermhp@live.com

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

HOMES FOR RENT

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

SUITES, LOWER

TOWNHOUSES

CARS

TOWING

COWICHAN BAY, #31-2055 Koksilah Rd, Tall Tim MHP. 2 bdrm suite, ensuite W/D, 2 small pets ok on approval. $730 mo + utils. 250-597-0617 SHAWNIGAN LAKE: Avail immed, on private property, 2 bdrm, F/S, D/W, W/D hook-up, large deck. Pets negotiable, ref’s req’d, $950 mo. Call (250)743-9897.

DUNCAN, LARGE 2 story, 4 bdrm, 3 baths, family home w/ large living & rec room, plus den, formal dining room, 5 appls, private setting on acreage, close to town on Maple Bay Rd., Ref’s. Avail immed, $1400, (250)746-7935

MILL BAY, 1/2 block from Thrifty’s, 1 bdrm, level entry, F/S & W/D, $800/m incl’s basic cable & hydro, Avail Apr 1st. 250-743-9828, 250-710-0653

DUNCAN 2 & 3 bdrm townhouse. Large yard, parking. F/S, W/D hook-up. (Immed). $900 & $1100. 250-516-8881.

HOMES FOR RENT 1-BDRM HOME, large yard. $800. inclds heat/hydro. Close to mall. (250)732-1042. 2 BDRM, 1 den, all appl incl. Small yard, Close to hospital/schools. Avail now with refs. NS, NP. $1100/mo. 250746-1815 2-BDRM HOME, large yard. $1100. inclds heat/hydro. Close to mall. (250)732-1042. COBBLE HILL, cute 2bdrm home, new carpets, 4appls, fenced 1/4 acre, ns, Apr.1 Refs. $975. 250-743-7817. COBBLE HILL, quiet country living, upgraded 3 bdrms, 5 appls, N/S, pets neg, $1600 mo hydro incl’d. Avail immed. Call 250-743-3863. DUNCAN, 3 bdrm, 2 bath. Beautiful home, NICE neighbourhood close to town, schools & hospital. Newly reno’d, natural gas, W/D, F/S, D/W, lrg private yard & deck. $1275 mo + utils. Apr. 1. N/S, N/P. Refs. Call 250-883-8100. DUNCAN, 3 bdrm, close to all facilities. F/S, W/D hookup, Apr 1. Ref’s. $1200. 748-9909 DUNCAN 4-BDRM, new renovation, 1600 sq ft, bright, lrg yard, sxs duplex near hospital, schools. N/S. $1200.+ utils. Call 250-710-9769. DUNCAN, Available now. Smaller home for rent, W/D, F/S, woodstove, in ceiling speakers, nicely ﬁnished, private, close to the new university. N/S, Incl’s internet & cable. $800/mo 250-748-9679 DUNCAN, large bright 2 bdrm view home close to all amenities, woodstove/elec, W/D, F/S, No/S, No dogs, cat ok. Internet & cable incl. April 1st. $1200. (250)748-9679

DUNCAN- LOG house on shared acreage, 2 bdrm loft, F/S, W/D, woodstove, N/S, horse boarding facilities negotiable, ref’s. Avail April. 1, $1400 mo. Call 250-510-6726. DUNCAN, NEAR hospital, on bus route. 14 X 70, 2 bdrm mobile home in quiet adult park, pets OK. $850 mo. Call (250)246-8318.

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

The Åair of Fiji tops Irish luck St. Patrick’s Day: Cowichan hard-pressed to keep pace with Bayside Don Bodger

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eter Budina’s presence didn’t bring the luck o’ the Irish to their side, but at least it prevented a St. Patrick’s Day massacre for the Cowichan Rugby Club’s Div. 1 men. The Piggies should have been blessed on Saturday at the Herd Road Grounds because of their green and black uniforms and tradition for supporting such festive events, but Bayside obviously doesn’t believe in colour schemes being good luck charms. The speedy Bayside side had Cowichan players chasing their backs all over the park, but to no avail in a 57-38 defeat. “They’re a good team,’’ said Cowichan’s Josh Hart, the only player who could match the electrifying pace of the visitors. “They had good overlaps.’’ Hart did his part, scoring three tries for the home side and being responsible for another penalty try being awarded. Budina still made an impact on the special day of his Irish heritage, chipping the ball into the corner that Hart ran onto for a try on the ¿nal play of the game. That ended the game on a positive note, at least. “Weather’s been not that good,’’ said Hart. “We’ve got to get in shape. That’s all.’’ It’s hard to imagine any top level of conditioning would have been enough to slow down the rampaging Bayside backs when they found open space. “We went over there a few weeks ago and they thrashed us pretty good,’’ said Cowichan coach Ian Murray. It was no mystery what Cowichan needed to do in the rematch. Executing it was quite another matter. “We started off strong and ¿nished strong,’’ reasoned Murray. “Their backs were really good. Other than

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Josh, all their backs were faster.’’ Bayside also had ¿ve Fijians in the lineup who were like bull moose charging into people. Darren Olson had the most success bringing them down. “He knows where to tackle them right at their ankles,’’ said Murray. Cowichan welcomed back Dan Cvitanovich and Mike Blume, but it will take some time for them to get back up to speed. Andrew Gudmundseth, who’s been working in Fort McMurray, Alberta, also returned to the lineup. Cowichan, for its part, wanted to slow the game down and keep it tight rather than see any ¿eld space open up. “I hoped we could get some better structures in our mauls,’’ said Murray. Andrew Wright added a great try to the Cowichan scoring. Owen Wood kicked three converts and a penalty, but also missed three penalties, and Sean Williams succeeded on two converts. “Overall, I was happy with the way the guys played,’’ said Murray. Cowichan meets Seattle in a four-pointer at United this weekend where the women are also playing the host club.

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Grade 9 provincials a test Size doesn’t matter: Prevost opponents superior on skills Don Bodger

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he competition proved tough for the Mount Prevost School boys’ basketball team in the Grade 9 provincial tournament. Prevost opened against host Kitsilano in a packed gym and lost 59-38. “They actually wound up getting third overall,’’ said Prevost coach Tyler Ralfs. “We were the higher seed going in. They were a very good team.’’ Prevost was seeded sixth as the No. 1 island team. The second game was a winnable one against Constable Neil Bruce Cubs, according to Ralfs. “We were up at the half. They had one kid went off for 34 points. He won the dunk competition later in the week. He was very good.’’ Quincy Johnson was indeed a one-man wrecking crew, accounting for all but 14 of his team’s points in the 48-38 victory

over Prevost. Prevost went on to play Robert Bateman and lost 46-33. “We played them tight in the ¿rst half and it kind of got away on us,’’ said Ralfs. The tournament ended with a victory over Andrew Leong/¿le Maaqtusiis of Prevost’s Devin Cvitanovich Ahousat 60-45 goes up for a shot during a for 15th place game earlier in the season. in the 16-team event. “We were probably the biggest team,’’ said Ralfs. “Our guys have a lot of upside. Where we’re lacking is skill work which a lot of guys can do over the summer.’’ Tyler Hudson, Travis McDonald and Derek New all had a strong tournament for Prevost.

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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 25

Six teams remain

Perfection ‘Rays’ forte Best times: Great showing by swimmers in spring break meet

Women’s football: New season starts Sunday with a reduced league

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pring break means putting swimmers through their paces for the Duncan Stingrays. The swim team’s spring break invitational meet at the Cowichan Aquatic Centre featured 224 swimmers from all over the island. Teams came from Victoria, Ladysmith, Nanaimo, Qualicum, Port Alberni, Comox and Campbell River. The Stingrays had 32 members in the meet and the team received great support from local businesses to put it on. Meet manager Steve Ridenour and his massive group of volunteers carved out a successful plan to host a meet of this magnitude. Among the participating Stingrays, 15 achieved personal best times across the board. The group included: Gabrielle Austin, Amber Bell, Jamie Bell, Mathias Bell, Zeara Broadway, Jessica Castle, Oliver Castle, Laura Kissack, Megan Lewis, Elleni Malherbe, James Ogihara-Kertz, Kealey Scott, Savanah VanNieuwkerk, Connor Wardrop and Esmee Zinkan. Eight other swimmers only missed getting one personal best in all their events. Adara Atsma, Olivia Campbell, Fraser Fulton, Natalia Garriock, Jeremy Kissack, Rosie Lee, Desirae Ridenour and Teddy Zinkan ¿t into that group. Two more swimmers with two less than complete personal bests were Kayla Laberge and Robyn Zinkan. The rest of the crew included: Dominique Austin and Malia Prystupa, with four personal bests each; Lalaine Gower and Grady Robson, with three personal bests apiece; Sydney Rhoades, with two; and Cecilia Johnston, with one. It was the very ¿rst competition for

he Cowichan Women’s Football League will be down to six teams from nine when it kicks off the 2012 season Sunday. “We had two that sort of retired and one that sort of folded,’’ said president Rachel Paddle. There will be no Coolers, no Bandits and no Steelers in the league this season. The only other difference is a name change for the A-Team to the Wild¿re. “We thought new year, new season, new uniforms,’’ explained Paddle, who plays on the team, for the now black-clad squad. Opening games match the Crew against the Wild¿re and the Law against the Matrix at 9:45 a.m. at McAdam Park. The noon game pits the Sirens against the Ravens. The downturn in teams seems to be one of those cyclical things. “Hopefully, we can pick it back up again next year,’’ said Paddle.

Skye Rennie, 11. More than half the Stingrays took the opportunity to test themselves in a wide range of new events. Two swimmers made their ¿rst qualifying times, Jamie Bell in the 50-metre freestyle, 50 breast and 100 breast for 10 and under regional AA qualifying, and Oliver Castle in the 50 free and 100 back for 10 and under regional AAA qualifying. Three new Stingrays’ club records were also set in the process. Natalia Garriock, 15, surpassed the female 15-17 years 100 individual medley record of 1:09.87 previously held by her sister Tamara. Natalia’s mark of 1:07.88 is now the new standard. The male 12 and under 4x100 medley relay team of Jeremy Kissack (backstroke), Teddy Zinkan (breaststroke), James Ogihara-Kertz (Ày) and Oliver Castle (free) took care of business in 5:44.60. The previous best of 6:10.04 was held by Colby Smith, Brendan Braes, Jake Bailey and Jamie Johnson in 2000. The same team, but with Castle and Zinkan switching places in the order, also put its stamp on a new best time for the 12 and under 4x200 freestyle relay of 11:01.90.

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Caps’ Gannon, Brown on Coastal Conference all-star teams

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Cowichan Valley Capitals placed two players on the B.C. Hockey League’s Coastal Conference all-star teams. Captain Devin Gannon, far left, was named to the first team and Matt Brown, left, to the second team. Brown would have been a shoo-in for the first team but missed 10 regular-season games due to injury. The rest of the Coastal first team included: for-

wards Alex Petan and Alex Kerfoot of Coquitlam, defencemen Craig Dalrymple of Powell River and Coquitlam’s Clinton Atkinson and goalie Andrew Hunt of Surrey. Rounding out the second team were: forwards Cohen Adair of Powell River and Surrey’s Tyler Morley, defencemen Jon Jutzi of Powell River and Nanaimo’s Graeme McCormack and goalie Sean Maguire of Powell River.

Caps claw back into their intense playoff series Home sweet home: Balance of power shifts with the change in venues Don Bodger

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o one thought for a second this was going to be a short series. Despite dropping the ¿rst two games in Surrey, the Cowichan Valley Capitals returned to the friendly con¿nes of Cowichan Arena Monday night full of con¿dence. It showed in their 5-2 defeat of the Eagles that cut the de¿cit in the best-of-seven B.C. Hockey League Coastal Conference semi¿nal to 2-1. The fourth game was being played Tuesday night at Cowichan Arena before the series returns to Surrey Thursday. The Caps still have some work to do but were glad to get back in contention after losing 4-3 Friday and 4-1 Saturday in Surrey. Details of those two games can be found in the sports section at www.cowichannewsleader.com. The Caps outshot Surrey 40-22 Monday, but ran into a hot Andrew Hunt in the Eagles’ net and only led 3-2 into the late stages of the game when former Eagle Richard Vanderhoek jammed in a crucial insurance marker with just 2:28 left in regulation time. “To be honest with you, that’s their third great game they’ve played,’’ said Caps’ associate coach Dale Purinton. “That was sort of our ¿rst. “I don’t think we put in enough to win the ¿rst two.’’ Monday’s game was physical, but a fast-paced affair between two teams with similar characteristics — lots of speed and some playoff toughness that’s emerged if it wasn’t there already. “Both sides are realizing it’s going to be a war,’’ said Purinton. “It is intense. It was an excellent game that was right down to the end of the game.’’ Surrey coach Matt Erhart agreed.

“I think it’s a great series,’’ he said. “If you’re a fan, I think all three games have been really up-tempo and there’s a pretty good healthy respect between the two clubs.’’ As the series wears on, “it’s de¿nitely a battle of attrition sometimes, wear and tear of playoffs,’’ said Erhart. The Caps went with Brady Rouleau in goal after Derek Dun played the ¿rst two games in Surrey and he was beaten early on a shot wired past him by Brett Mulcahy. The Eagles ran into a string of four consecutive minors in the ¿rst period and that allowed the Caps to buzz all around Hunt until Keyler Bruce ¿nally slipped the puck past him on a two-man advantage in the last minute of the period. “That gave them some momentum,’’ said Erhart. “They got a big ¿ve-on-three that carried on Andrew Leong, Garrett James there.’’ Caps celebrate their Ärst goal of the game Monday, above, jammed past Andrew Hunt by Keyler Bruce. Below, Richard Captain Devin Gannon wired a one-timer past Vanderhoek whoops it up after scoring against his former teammates in Surrey. Hunt in the ¿rst minute of the second period for a lead the Caps never relinquished. The players doing the battles in the trenches are Gannon struck again in the last four minutes mindful of what it’s going to take to win this series. of the second period. But Surrey received some Among those playing a great game for the Caps power play time of its own early in the third and was Steven Iacobellis with two assists and some Devon Toews cashed in to close the gap to one. hard work along the boards. It stayed that way until Vanderhoek’s goal basi“I love playing that type of style,’’ he said. “It’s cally decided the issue. Gannon completed his hat what I do. It works out for the most part.’’ trick with an empty-netter. The Caps were clearly pumped for the return to “They worked hard. They deserved all their home ice. chances,’’ said Erhart of the Caps. “We got the fans behind us,’’ said Iacobellis. “It “The story of the night for us was turning the makes it easier to come here and play. puck over too many times. And their top line was “The style of game was de¿nitely the same. going. Cowichan deserved to win. Full marks to The only difference was I think we started to bear them.’’ down a lot more. “We’re a team that always plays better the more “It can go any way. It’s been the exact same in we play,’’ said Purinton. “We know what to expect Surrey. Just the way you execute is a bit differfrom their side. They don’t take any time off. ent. The nerves should de¿nitely be gone by now. “Now we’re right back in it. It’s actually been a Now, it’s a lot of focus.’’ better series than anyone anticipated this far. It’s Stay tuned for the thrilling conclusion that will only going to get better.’’ come down by Saturday at the very latest.

Another Cup title within Cowichan’s grasp No April fools: Div. 1 soccer side aims to retain the Jackson Cup after ending a long drought last year Don Bodger

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Cowichan LMG Pringle players would love to get their hands on the Jackson Cup again when they play at Royal Athletic Park April 1.

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owichan LMG Pringle is back in the Jackson Cup soccer ¿nal again with a chance for back-to-back titles. Cowichan dismantled Sooke Celtic 4-0 Monday night at Victoria’s Bear Mountain complex in the semi¿nals and will face Bays United Liquor Plus in the championship game at Royal Athletic Park April 1. Last year, Cowichan won its ¿rst Jackson Cup crown since the 1932-33 Native Sons. It will be the third straight appearance in the

Cup ¿nal for Cowichan. The team was forced to play a rare Monday game that didn’t sit well, but made no difference to the ¿nal outcome. “We came out Àying,’’ said Cowichan coach Glen Martin. “We got the great start we needed.’’ Brian Carriere scored in the ¿rst two minutes with a beautiful shot from 20 yards out. Super sub Kevin Jones took over with the next two goals in the second half. “He earned his start, he took his start and made the best of it,’’ said Martin. Carriere then completed the scoring with his second of the game.

The game got testy at times, but settled down after a yellow card to Cowichan goalie Joel Wilson and an eventual red to Sooke’s Andrew Dawson. “They actually played fairly well,’’ praised Martin of Sooke. “We de¿nitely buried our chances.’’ The teams play a rematch at The Log in Sooke Friday. The Div. 1 Island Soccer League title is at stake for Cowichan and a place in the provincial championships for Sooke. “We have to go out and win that game to win the league,’’ stressed Martin. The Jackson Cup ¿nal will pit Cowichan’s Tyler Hughes against brother Jordie of Bays.

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Craig, Montgomery in the top three at provincials Mixed curling: Previous winners can’t quite repeat, with Buchy rink taking the honours Don Bodger

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alley rinks that previously won the provincial mixed curling championship found out just how hard it is to

do it again. Predominantly family foursomes skipped by Wes Craig and Jason Montgomery were in the running again at Nanaimo, but fell just short of earning the title. Craig, wife Roz and son Miles and teammate Sarah Wark ¿nished second in the eight-team event behind champion Tom Buchy of Kimberley while Duncan’s Jason Montgomery, his wife Megan, sister Nicole and fourth member Bart Sawyer placed third. Craig won the title more than a decade ago with a foursome of Roz, Randy Thiessen and Cheryl Noble. Montgomery took top spot in 2009 with Nicole, Wark and Will Duggan. Wes and Roz Craig have now been on the losing team in provincial mixed ¿nals ¿ve times, including the last two years. “It was too bad,’’ said Wes Craig. “I’m getting sick of losing ¿nals.’’ Doug Marshall of Chilliwack beat out the Craigs and Wark, with Duggan instead of Miles on the team, in last year’s ¿nal. “It stings pretty bad this one,’’ said Wark. “We did feel pretty well going

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Wes Craig follows his shot in the Duncan mixed bonspiel, leading up to the provincial championships. into the event.’’ At stake was a trip to the nationals in Montreal in November that Buchy snatched away from the Craig team with an 8-5 win in Sunday’s ¿nal. “You’ve got to play well and get a few breaks to beat a guy like Wes Craig,’’ said Buchy. “They’re a solid team and this was our week.” Craig led 5-4 going into the eighth end but gave up three and couldn’t recover. “Second is the worst,’’ said Wark. “Our goal was to just put ourselves in a position to win it. It always comes down to just one game.’’ Craig played Buchy in three of six

tournament games, winning the ¿rst 9-3 before losing 8-7 in the ¿rst and second page playoff and then again in the hotly-contested ¿nal. Craig breezed to wins of 10-0 over Nigel McInnis of Prince George and 10-3 over Gordon Rowe of Kimberley in early games and then doubled Montgomery 10-5 in the semi¿nals. “We seemed to struggle in the later ends on the ice,’’ said Craig. “It Àattens out. It’s like playing on a shufÀeboard table with no sand.’’ “We didn’t get a lot of experience with the ice,’’ said Wark of the ¿rst three games. “We didn’t go more than seven ends. “It would have been nice to not play so well the ¿rst couple of times.’’ Montgomery won 7-3 over Salmon Arm’s David Long, lost 8-2 to Buchy, and walloped Richmond’s Martin Matsutani 9-1 before losing 8-6 and winning 7-4 in rematches with Long and Matsutani, respectively. Another game with Long in the quarter¿nals brought an 8-4 win before the end came against Craig. “I think we were pretty happy with third place,’’ said Montgomery, who received sponsor support from TighNa-Mara Resort. “You never like losing when you make the playoffs. “I think there was probably four or ¿ve teams that had enough experience to say they were in the running and had a chance to win. We played fairly well, not quite well enough to beat Buchy or Craig.’’

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he Frontrunners Island Race Series launched into high gear in February with events on three of four weekends. Triathlete extraordinaire Simon Whit¿eld made an appearance at the Cedar 12 K Feb. 5 and placed ¿rst out of the 449 ¿nishers in 37:36, with James Lander close behind in 37:38. Fourteen members of the CeeVacs Road Runners took part. Their times were: Richard Light (44:24), Todd Humen (50:16), Amarjit Singh Heer (54:52), Josh Williams (55:49), Liam Ehle (56:12), Ben Marrs (59:18), James Grif¿n (1:03:01), John Downing (1:04:06), Belinda Kissack (1:04:10), Wendy Williams (1:05:11), Danna Hadden (1:14:35), Hazura Sangha (1:14:38), Susan Marshall (1:18:10) and Kenneth Deell (1:23:19). The Hatley Castle 8K Feb. 19 had 405

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