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Setting the tone of discontent against a proposed pipeline project, more than 2,200 protesters packed the parking lot of the Comox Recreation Centre Saturday afternoon. Braving chilly weather, people from across Vancouver Island gathered to voice their opinions with signs, chants, songs, dance and speeches outside, while inside the centre, a review panel continued to listen to oral hearings from residents on the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project. “This turnout here is very exciting for us, because we’re all supporting the same cause,” said Andy Everson of the video-online K’ómoks First N a t i o n www.comoxvalleyrecord.com w h o addressed the large crowd. “I know me and my brothers and sisters and aunties, we’re all here to support our northern brothers for what they’re going through and the way they’re being treated by the government, by these big corporations. We really need to stand together, shoulder to shoulder and speak up, and want to send our message, our song, our words to the people in Ottawa, to the people in those big corporations, who really want to take over our territory that we’ve never given up.” The Enbridge Northern Gateway Project is a proposed twopipeline system 1,170 km long, stretching from Bruderheim, AB (north of Edmonton) to a marine terminal in Kitimat, B.C. A strong police presence surrounded the centre, as the the two-day session, which began Friday, of the joint review panel — an independent body that will assess the environmental effects of the project — listened to more than 40 oral statements. “I feel very fortunate to be able to live so close to the ocean and see the beauty of it everyday. I don’t want to wake up one morning and look out my window that all of that beautiful blue water and everything in it has been

THOUSANDS OF PROTESTERS gathered Saturday afternoon, many with signs in hand, at the Comox Recreation Saturday to protest the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway Project. PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK

drenched in thick, black oil,” said 11-year-old Brooklyn Elementary School student Jack Mingue Saturday afternoon, the youngest presenter at the hearing. “Enbridge has had 804 spills in the past 11 years. Can they guarantee us that one of those supertankers are not going to make

805? I just know that this is not the right thing to do, and there has got to be a better way to make Canada more economically developed,” he added to a reception of applause from the standing-room only crowd inside. Jack Rosen, an adventure company owner and experienced

Monday meeting nixed Record Staff Following the stop in Comox, the Joint Review Panel for the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project was scheduled to be in Bella Bella for four days, but plans were cancelled for the Monday session. According to reports, the National Energy Board said they were working out some logistical issues with the community leadership, while the Heiltsuk First Nation noted it was for safety concerns. The panel was scheduled to be

at the Bella Bella Community School until Thursday, as it continues its 14-month hearing tour across B.C. and Alberta. A group of pipeline opponents met the panel members at the airport when they arrived Sunday. According to an update from the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA), the Bella Bella hearings began Tuesday at 1 p.m. The transcripts for the Comox hearing are available online through CEAA’s website at gatewaypanel.review-examen.gc.ca. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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kayak tour guide from Salt Spring Island who represented the Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of British Columbia, explained to the panel the pipeline would be severely detrimental to not only the tourism industry, but the health of the marine ecosystem. “I’ve led kayak expeditions from Salt Spring to Alaska twice. I know these waters of the Great Bear Rainforest well. They are extreme, they are pristine, and they exude wildlife. These waters are the essence of British Columbia and its cultural heritage,” he explained. “A bitumen spill would cause massive repercussions to the coast, which in effect, would affect the livelihood of so many who depend on these waters. As a person who evaluates risk everyday in my job, I want to stress from my viewpoint and those 800 sea kayakers who I represent, the inherent risk of this pipeline is not worth the devastating consequences of one spill,” added Rosen. Enbridge president John Car... see THOUSANDS ■ 6

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Cumberland to get new library Scott Stanfield Record Staff

The Vancouver Island Regional Library board of trustees has approved construction of a new library in Cumberland. “I’m thrilled to bits,” said Coun. Kate Greening, a VIRL board member. “I’ve been working on it for quite a while, myself.” The library will be located across from Village Square and front onto Dunsmuir Avenue. Parking will be available at the front and rear of the building, which will follow heritage design guidelines of the Village. Residential units will be located in the upper portion. The library will be more than 2,750 square feet, about three times larger than the current branch that is undersized and overdue for replacement. The wheelchair-accessible facility will be air conditioned — “which will be a real treat in the summertime,” Greening notes — and contain sufficient space for computers and children’s activities. A Request for Proposal issued in December garnered three responses, which were evaluated according to financial, building and location criteria. Construction will start no later than Sept. 15, pending issuance of permits by the Village. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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College approves balanced budget Renée Andor Record Staff

The North Island College board of governors approved the college’s 2012/2013 operating budget which was similar to last year’s budget — with one major exception. A balanced operating budget of $38,115,644 was discussed and approved at last week’s board meeting. Carol Baert, NIC’s vice-president of finance and facilities, noted the major difference from last year’s budget is about $1.7 million in new funding relating to Employment Skills Access (ESA) programming. New funding was announced as part of the provincial government’s Canada Starts Here: The B.C. Jobs Plan in December. Baert said most of the training will happen

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The Comox Valley Regional District and Union Bay Improvement District have achieved “basic concurrence on a framework” for a water supply agreement related to the proposed Kensington Island Properties development. The two organizations have

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discussed the matter at length. If necessary, they will reconvene Wednesday for further review around wording of the agreement. An apparent clause in the Master Development Agreement, which the CVRD board ratified in 2010, calls for a transfer of the water licence

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Storm over, but controversy still rages Scott Stanfield Record Staff

A number of residents were trapped during last month’s storm when fallen trees and power lines closed a dead end road in Black Creek. Evacuation routes have been mapped out north of the river via a logging road to the Inland Highway and at Saratoga Beach by Seaview Road to Williams Beach Road. To the south, however, residents need to cross a farmer’s field to Hamm Road. “There’s elderly people here,” Macaulay Road resident Catherine Davidson said. “How are they supposed to get services when the road’s blocked? It’s just not safe...We need better access to other roads. Having a dead end road that’s 15 kilometres long doesn’t quite work.”

Martin Park Drive resi- not pass through construc- “There’s only one way into dent Robert Duncan says tion or accident barriers at Port Alice, it happens to be a highway. They happen to there is no question the Hamm Road. “It’s ludicrous,” said have their police, they happroblem to the south would be solved if Macaulay joined Duncan, who forwarded a pen to have a hospital, they happen to have mediwith Hamm Road. cal care. What have “That’s the main problem,” said DunThere’s elderly people here. we got?” Linking Macaulay can, noting that a How are they supposed to get and Hamm roads is man had to hoof it through the field to services when the road’s blocked? “a possibility,” said Bob O’ Brien, Minisreach town in order to It’s just not safe...We need better try of Transportation renew medication that access to other roads. and Infrastructure had run out. “There’s Catherine Davidson operations manager not a lot to do...just for the North Island. cutting across from “The way roads like that Macaulay to Hamm Road petition to the Transportation Ministry. Years ago, he get developed over time is — problem solved.” During the storm, Dun- brought the concern to the through the subdivision can and his wife Carol were attention to Kel Kelly, a for- process,” he said. While part of the comreturning home from vaca- mer director in Area C of tion but could not access the Comox Valley Regional munity favours a connectheir home because the District. “It’s been going on tion with Hamm Road, O’ road was blocked. So they forever. Nothing was ever Brien said development is not something that can be spent the night in their fifth done.” He balks at a letter driven. wheel. “It happens at its own He recalls a few occa- from highways staff that sions when Carol could not compared the area to Port rate, so that has not occurred,” he said. make it to work at B.C. Alice. “Come on,” Duncan said. The ministry has received Ferries because she could

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COURTENAY MAYOR LARRY JANGULA, left, congratulates recently retired Officer In Charge of the Comox Valley RCMP detachment Tom Gray on his years of service. Gray was presented with a Certificate of Recognition from the City of Courtenay at Monday’s council meeting. PHOTO BY RENÉE ANDOR

Women set to build Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build will give new meaning to the term ‘home-maker’ in the Comox Valley. Habitat for Humanity is looking for women of all skill levels to help out with their upcoming Women Build on Piercy Avenue near Eighth Street in Courtenay. Here, women of the Comox Valley are invited to help construct a home for a local, deserving family. From novice to expert, all women are welcome — even those who’ve never picked up a hammer before. “The only thing required is enthusiasm and the desire to effect positive change in the community,” said Maureen Miller, director of people and communications at Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North. There are endless volunteer and fundraising opportunities and training will be provided. Of course, women with skilled trades are also needed. Women are welcome to join as individuals, as part of a team, or they can start a team and invite friends and family to join. After joining Women Build, teams and individuals will set their fundraising goals, collect donations and get ready to help out at the

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ON THE STREET Patrick Desjardins Courtenay

Dani Dooner Nanaimo The governement’s total disregard for the environment. We chose money over the enviroment; that’s their choice. They talk about jobs that are piein-the-sky jobs, thinking that everybody will go along with that just because of our economic climate. If we don’t have a healthy world to live in, all the money in the world isn’t going to be of any use to us, so I guess I’m doing this for my grandchildren.

We asked: Why did you attend the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project protest rally? Jesse Cumberland

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The impact of just not the tar sands, but the very idea of piping it from Alberta to the coast and bringing in huge supertankers. I’m from Cumberland and we measuered it out and it went from the door of The Waverley down to the mini-mart is the length of one of those supertankers. So if you consider the natural obstacles those things have to navigate, it’s insane.

I think our water is important on our coastline, and we’re not separeate from the water on the north coast. We live in a small, small world, and what happens on our northern coast affects us here and around the world. It’s nice to protect, enjoy and celebrate being here.

ruthers told media Friday the hearings provide an opportunity for the public to better understand the project and have the chance for their concerns to be heard. “This is another forum for them to learn about the project and have their key issues addressed. We find the more people know about the project, the more those key questions are addressed, and people can be more supportive of it, the more they know about it,” he said. “They do have very valid concerns that we have to address, and part of that is through education. Explaining what’s different then what’s happened historically, what we’re doing, what we’re doing over and above regulation, and what’s been done in the past. Generally everything that’s been done in the past has been done very well and very safely,” he added. Carruthers ex-

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International award for 442 Members of the Royal Canadian Air Force 442 Squadron at CFB Comox have been internationally recognized for their daring cliff-side rescue of a lucky British Columbia hiker in 2010. The team won the SAR Award for Operational Rescue Excellence at the 2012 Shephard’s Search and Rescue Conference in Dublin, Ireland. “The crew of Royal Canadian Air Force Cormorant, call sign ‘Rescue 907’ of 442 Squadron were the clear choice of the judges for this year’s SAR Award for Operational Rescue Excellence,” said Alex Giles, CEO of U.K.-based Shephard Media. “Their rescue of an injured hiker from Hat Mountain, B.C., at night and in the most demanding of weather conditions, displayed exceptional flying skill, crew coordination and personal bravery.” On hand to receive congratulations and the rescue award were Aircraft Commander Capt. Jean Leroux stationed at CFB Comox and SARTech Sgt. George Olynyk, who is now stationed at CFB Gander. They were presented with the award by Chris Reynolds, director general of the Irish Coast Guard, the host organization for the conference. The other crew members honoured were Maj. Troy Maa, First Officer; Sgt Carl Schouten, Flight Engineer; and search and rescue

technician (SARTech) Master Cpl Nicholas Nissen. “For that mission we had all the complicated elements, high winds, icing, severe down flow, at night, high altitude and low visibility, but we had the right crew and the best machine to do the job – I pushed my crew to the maximum, but we pushed also the (Cormorant) to the maximum and neither let us down,” said Leroux at the award ceremony. “That night we had a bit of time on the long return transit to talk about the mission, and we all said that we hoped we’d never have to do that again.” The crew was dispatched on the night of Dec. 23, 2010 to rescue a 23-year-old man who was stranded on Hat Mountain in Cypress Provincial Park. The Cormorant crew were racing against time, with a powerful winter storm approaching. The hiker was located 1,600 metres up the mountain, 150 metres into dense clouds, in a narrow and steep bowl. As the crew approached in their AW101 Cormorant helicopter, they were battered by the

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‘RESCUE 907’ AIRCRAFT Commander Capt. Jean Leroux (left) and SARTech Sgt. George Olynyk (centre) are presented with the 2012 SAR Award for Operational Rescue Excellence by Chris Reynolds, director general of the Irish Coast Guard. PHOTO BY AGUSTAWESTLAND

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MusicFest‘thrilled’ to add Anderson to lineup The Sheepdogs win three Junos at Sunday awards show MusicFest Vancouver Island star-studded Vancouver Island MusicFest announced MusicFest takes place at stage this summer include Monday that American the Courtenay Exhibition Emmylou Harris, k.d. lang, experimental performance Grounds July 6-8. For a Buffy Sainte-Marie, Matt artist, composer and musi- complete list of performers Andersen, Animal Nation, cian Laurie Anderson will and to buy tickets, go to Helen Austin, C.R. Avery, Sam Baker, Geoff Berner, perform during the VI www.islandmusicfest.com. The Blackwood Two, MusicFest July 6-8. The Bobs, Todd But“This is the first Anderson looks at politics, ler, Cuban Fire, Kat time that Laurie has Danser, Braden Gates, performed at a Cana- theories of evolution, families, Steve James, Girlydian festival,” says history and animals in this man, Markus James VIMF artistic director/executive producer riotous and soulful collection of & Wassonrai, Bill Johnson, Alan Jossul, Doug Cox. “I have been songs and stories. Set against a huge fan of Laurie’s a detailed and lush sonic land- Laurence Juber, Si Kahn, The Kerplunks, for ... well… forever, Lorenzo, Linda McRae, and we are thrilled to scape, the stories and music Jim Moffatt, New be able to present her create a unique pitcure of a Country Rehab, Peter during this year’s fes- hallucinatory world made of Prince, Red Chamtival.” dreams and reality. ber, Shakura S’Aida, With a career that has The Shuffle Demons, spanned five decades, In other news concert- Sketch, Joe Stanton, Bob Anderson has extended her talent to a multitude of dif- ing VIMF performers, The Stark, The State House ferent genres. Filmmaker, Sheepdogs were big win- Girls High School Choir lecturer, musician, compos- ners at the Juno Awards (Nariobi-Kenya), Talavya, er, inventor, photographer ... on Sunday. The Saskatoon The Tequila Mockingbird quartet won for New Group Orchestra, Tricot Machine, the list goes on. Anderson has released 10 of the Year, Rock Album of Mel Watson & Corbin Keep, albums and has collaborat- the Year and Single of the and The 24th Street Walkers. – Vancouver Island AMERICAN EXPERIMENTAL PERFORMANCE artist, compser and musician Laurie ed with many other artists Year. Other acts gracing the MusicFest Anderson will perform at her first Canadian festival at VIMF this summer. including singer, songwriter Peter Gabriel, poets John Giorno and William S. Burroughs, saxophonist Colin Stetson, principle innovator of ambient music Brian Eno, comedian Andy Kaufman as well as musician Lou Reed, to name a few. Described, as a “singersongwriter of crushing poignancy,” by Rolling Stone Magazine, Anderson is truly one of the seminal artists of our time. Anderson will perform “DIRTDAY!” at the Vancouver Island MusicFest. In it, Anderson looks at politics, theories of evolution, families, history and animals in this riotous and soulful collection of songs and stories. Set against a detailed and lush sonic landscape, the stories and music create a unique picture of a hallucinatory world made of THE SHEEPDOGS WON Junos for New Group of the Year, Rock Album of the Year and Single of the Year. dreams and reality.

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Music adds magic to Courtenay Little Theatre play When it comes to theatrical productions, there is often a clear line between drama and musical theatre. But the line will be blurred in Courtenay Little Theatre’s production of Waiting For The Parade by John Murrell. This play, which chronicles the lives of five women over the course of the Second World War, has music and songs woven throughout its script. Music plays a large role in the characters’ lives. One of the women, Marta (Kymme Patrick) moved from Germany to Canada as a nine-year-old. Her love for German songs causes friction between her and the dutybound Janet (Lynn Hodge). But Janet has her own relationship with music. “She’s very involved with her patriotic duties,” says Hodge. “She’s not a professional musician, but playing the piano is just one more way for

her to be responsible.” There are several well-known melodies in the play, such as ‘White Cliffs of Dover’, ‘I’ll Be Seeing You’, and ‘Lili Marlene’. Some songs will have toes tapping, while others will bring tears. “Music can evoke very strong memories,” says Hodge. “It adds a strong element of nostalgia to the play.” Director Kirstin Humpherys agrees. “The music is critical to the show as it marks the era and calls up emotions about the time as only music

can,” she says. Waiting For The Parade will be playing at the Sid Williams Theatre April 13, 14, 19 , 20, 21 at 7.30 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee

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munities is cause for concern. If human disturbance becomes significant enough to force the birds to less favourable habitats, it could affect their ability to put on the required fat reserve they need. This Spring feeding time is used to fuel up for their trip home to their Arctic breeding grounds. Online encyclopaedia, Wikipedia, estimates that the world population of Black Brant is about 115,000, with approximately 14,000 a year taken by hunters. This population has estimated to have been as high as 200,000 in 1981, and as low as 100,000 in 1987. Fox predation of eggs is thought to be significant in the breeding grounds. Brant make one of the most spectacular migrations of all waterfowl. They migrate along the pacific flyway each year. In the fall virtually all of the Black Brant gather at Izembek Lagoon on the Alaska Peninsula to prepare for their journey south. This is the second year that Berwick has had the Brant Display in the front lobby of the Comox residence. It is enjoyed by staff, visitors and residents, and grateful thanks go to Gary & Anneli Purchase for their loan, and to Bruce Glover for sharing his amazing carvings.

Nesting Black Brant carving by wildlife artist Bruce Glover

Wildlife artist/carver Bruce Glover with some of his Brant Geese on display at Berwick in Comox.

Bruce Glover with Gary Purchase and Berwick resident Myrtle Purchase, with the Brant display at Berwick Comox Valley.

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Uke jams now every week What a night it was! The first Comox Valley Ukulele Jam took place on March 29 at Joe’s Garage – with an amazing turnout. Ages ranged from 83 to 17, all levels of experience – the place was packed. Jam hosts Richard Thompson and Anela Kahiamoe were thrilled by the level of support the jam received and want to get the word out that this will be a weekly event. The jams follow an established format which starts the evening off with a learning session. One of the hosts plays a song simple enough for beginners to play, everyone is encouraged to play along to the best of their ability, and because the ukulele is a “singalong” instrument there’s no excuse for anyone not to participate in some fashion, a

RICHARD THOMPSON AND Anela Kahiamoe entertained at last week’s Ukulele Jam. There’s another one this Thursday at Joe’s. spokesperson said. After a short break, those brave souls who have signed up to perform hit the stage and do their thing. The first night there were two solo performances and one trio – great fun!

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Nanaimo big band sound hits Elks’ this Thursday Thursday Night Jazz at the Elks’ features something extra special this week as the Nanaimo Musicians’ Association Big Band will fill the stage. What do Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day, Perry Como and Rosemary Clooney all have in common? They all began their singing career as featured vocalist with a big band. That was the way countless singers started out, right up to the time that big bands ceased to be economically viable. Comox Valley’s own Diana Krall sang with this band when she was in high school. Phil Dwyer, Ingrid Jensen and Christine Jensen are band alumni as well. It was a great way to gain musical experience, before striking out on their own. Those opportunities are not readily available to aspiring singers today – except in Nanaimo. And we get the opportunity this Thursday to see for ourselves in the Comox Valley. The Nanaimo Musicians’ Association Big Band has longtime connections with Vancouver Island University. The band comprises some of the Mid-Island’s best big band musicians and has been directed by VIU faculty members Steve Jones and Bryan Stovell for most of the last 20 years; top VIU Jazz Studies program students play in the band, and vocal students from that program are able to take advantage of this unique opportunity to work with a great big band. This combination of talents will be on show on April 5 when the NMA Big Band will perform at The Elks Club and will feature vocalists Sydney Needham and Niall Harvey. Sydney was born and raised in Victoria into a musical family, and has been singing from an early age. She has trained with Victoria legend Louse Rose and performs in many musical styles. She was the winner of

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will front Nanaimo’s own NMA Big Band in this evening of big band music, from the swing era through to contemporary big band arrangements. So treat yourself to a

most amazing evening. Show time is 7:30 p.m. but you are advised to arrive a little earlier than that if you want the best seats in the house. Jazz fans and Comox

Valley residents alike are advised that the Georgia Straight Jazz Society will be participating in the May 5 Courtenay Culture Crawl (a.k.a. Elevate the Arts) by offering

a rare Saturday evening concert of various jazz genres on the Elks’ stage. Watch our weekly press releases for forthcoming information. – Elks

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Nylander - Elsie Irene

Bruce, Jean Margaret, born in Kent, England, October 23, 1919.

GIBSON, William â&#x20AC;&#x153;Willieâ&#x20AC;? Blair August 9, 1984 ~ March 5, 2012

William left us far too early. He is deeply missed by his Mom and Dads, Mary & Terry Davidson and David Gibson; his older brother, Alexander Gibson and niece Gracie; brother, Aaron (Jen) Davidson, nephew, Damien and niece Alliana; his Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles and many cousins and friends. To know Willie was to love him. If you were a friend, he was devoted and would do anything for you. He was a very gentle soul, loved deeply and was passionate about his friends, family and cars. He gave all in everything he did. He learned a lot in his short time, he would want to thank everyone for allowing him into their lives, to learn from them. Rollin VW forever, Willie. There will be a Celebration of Life for Willie, on May 18th at 10:00 am at Hendersonsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Ave. Chilliwack, BC followed by a trip to Island 22 to say our goodbyes. If you are planning to attend, please email Mary at cinder06@shaw.ca by May 1st , 2012 Hendersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home in care of arrangements Please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com to leave a message of condolence for the family. Hendersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd 45901 Victoria Ave Chilliwack, (604)792-1344

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Died with grace and dignity February 24, 2012. Her loving partner of 58 years, Don, predeceased her in 1998. Jean is survived by her three sons Trevor (Chris), Stuart (Rhonda) and Will (Vicki); nine grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. In 1958, Jean emigrated to Canada with her husband and three boys. They lived in Vancouver until retirement which prompted a move to the Comox Valley. Her love of music was a central theme in her life. People who knew Jean were enriched by her quick wit, sense of humour, keen intelligence and amazing memory. She constantly showed her love of people, connecting to so many throughout her life. We shall miss her sorely. Celebration of Jeans life to be arranged.

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April 26, 1931 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; March 9, 2012 A Memorial Service for the late Mrs. Elsie Nylander will be held on Saturday, April 7th at 1:00PM from Elk Falls Cremation and Reception Centre, Elk Falls Cemetery, Highway #28 at General Hill, Campbell River.

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Catherine (Kay) Mosher August 26, 1915 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 21, 2011 A graveside service and internment of ashes will take place on Denman Island at the Denman Island Cemetery on Saturday April 14th at 1:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life tea will be held immediately afterward at the Denman Island Arts Centre located directly across the road at the top of the ferry hill. The service and tea is open to all family and friends who wish to attend..

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Carney Maisie Donaldson Maisie Donaldson passed away on Tuesday March 27, 2012 in Comox BC only a few short weeks after her 89th birthday, and 20 years after the death of her husband, Denny Donaldson. Up until the day she died she maintained her feisty independence. Her sense of humor and her ability to speak her mind with candor and wit never waivered. Maisie devoted her life to her only son Barrie (Karin) Donaldson, her 5 grandchildren Jennifer (James) Cox, Jason (Sue-Anne) Donaldson, Jeenet Marchetti (Mike), Cortney Donaldson (Tyler) and Shelby Donaldson (Chip) and her 7 great-grandchildren, Matthew, Jonathan, Ryland, Gavin, Eli, Quinn and Lily. The daughter of Olive Mae (Arnette) and Clarence Howard, Maisie was born in Toronto, ON on March 7th 1923. She was named Olive Mae Howard, but everyone called her Maisie, a nickname given to her by her twin brother, Clarence (Sonny). As a child and young adult Maisie was active in sports. Her beauty turned heads and her competitive nature put her at the top of whatever activity she took part in. She served in the WRNS (Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Royal Naval Service), an organization founded to challenge the traditionally male armed forces. It was in this role that she met and married Denny Donaldson, a pilot whose posting to Comox moved her to the valley in 1960. Maisie is predeceased by her parents, her twin-brother Clarence Howard, and her sister Norma Reid. She leaves behind her dearly loved sister Audra Lamb of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, nieces Heather and Melanie and nephew Martin. For many years she was an avid golfer. Even when she stopped participating actively, Maisie maintained her passion watching and cheering her favorite game on television. Up until her midseventies sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d rise with the sun for a power walk at goose spit or a round of golf before heading for coffee with friends or home to knit a sweater or a blanket out of patterns too complicated for many. She loved to cook and always had shoeboxes full of homemade cookies and squares. Everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite meal was something she called stuff, a hearty casserole that became a family staple. She often took her grandchildren on daylong road trips, exploring shopping malls, parks and beaches. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d pack a loaf of sandwiches, a Tupperware container with cookies and hit the road. In her home, which she lived in for over fifty years, she always had a ready supply of art supplies, puzzles, and crosswords. It was a treat to be set up in the big armchair by the window with a TV tray bearing hot chocolate with swirly straws and cookies for dipping. In lieu of flowers please go play a round of golf, get your hair done, purchase something unique from the home shopping network. Most of all, pay it forward, live your life to the fullest and make every moment with your family count.

Aug. Aug. 25, 25, 1952 1952 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mar. Mar. 26, 26, 2012 2012 Terry passed away peacefully Terry passed away peacefully from heart heart failure failure at at Royal Royal Jubilee Jubilee from Hospital in in Victoria. Victoria. He He is is now now in in Hospital the arms arms of of the the Lord. Lord. He He is is sursurthe vived and and will will be be sadly sadly missed missed by by vived his wife, wife, Judy Judy and and her her children children his and grandchildren. grandchildren. He He leaves leaves and behind 3 3 sisters, sisters, 2 2 brothers brothers and and behind their families, families, a a brother brother and and sister-in-law, sister-in-law, as as well well a a special special their aunt who who was was always always close close to to his his heart. heart. aunt Terry was was a a gentle gentle spirit spirit and and was was there there when when people people needed needed Terry him. He He loved loved taking taking pictures, pictures, riding riding his his bike, bike, and and spending spending him. time with with his his dog. dog. He He spent spent many many happy happy hours hours playing playing his his time guitar, singing singing and and working working on on his his computer. computer. guitar, A Celebration Celebration of of Life Life will will be be held held on on Thursday, Thursday, April April 5th 5th from from A 3-5 PM PM at at the the home home of of Mike Mike and and Pat Pat Sutcliffe Sutcliffe at at 644 644 Hornet Hornet 3-5 Way in in Comox. Comox. Way In lieu of flowers owers please please give give to to the the Heart Heart & & Stroke Stroke FoundaFoundaIn lieu of fl tion. tion.

Leonard Siebring June 4th 1943 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; March 24th, 2012 Leonard left us on a gorgeous sunny day on the golf course, doing what he loved on March 24th, 2012. Born on June 4, 1943 in the Netherlands, he immigrated to Chemainus, BC with his family in 1954. Leonard is survived by his wife Margaret (Haflidson), children Laura Brownjohn (Siebring), Holly Harrison (Siebring), Melinda Siebring, Elenor Siebring, and Peter Siebring, sisters Harmina Richmond (Siebring) and Nelly Neubauer (Siebring), grandchildren and a great grandson. A resident of Union Bay for over 40 years, Len enjoyed a life filled with walking, playing cards, hunting, fishing and golfing with good friends and family. He approached life with humour and especially treasured his time car and sailboat racing. Special mention to his hunting and walking partner Bruce Campbell, with whom many memories were made. No service by request, because, as he would always say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;what do you need that for?â&#x20AC;?.

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Stella Kozak (November 6, 1925 March 27, 2012) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stella Kozak on March 27, 2012. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, and will always be in our hearts. Predeceased by her loving husband John, Stella is survived by her three children, Wayne Kozak, Allan Kozak and Connie Cooper, seven grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her brothers Marion and Robert Chubaty, and sister Elsie Kirk. Stella was born in the Ukraine and came to Canada with her father, mother and brother to settle near ToďŹ eld, Alberta. She met John, married, moved to Windsor Ontario, and shortly after to Edmonton, where she raised their family. She loved food and cooking, gardening and ďŹ&#x201A;ower arranging, and became a widely respected Floral Designer. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, mother has asked that donations be made to the Alberta Cross Cancer Institute.

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FUTER, MARGARET IRENE March 15, 1924 to March 24, 2012

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Margaret Futer, shortly after her 88th birthday, on Saturday, March 24th, 2012. Mom died in Parksville, surrounded by her children, one of her granddaughters and by her husband of almost 64 years, George. Margaret was born at home on the family farm near Unity, Saskatchewan and had many happy memories of growing up on the prairie. Her family moved to Port Kells where she dated George in high school. They married in 1948 & moved to the Quesnel area in 1950 where they raised their children. Upon retirement, Margaret and George headed to Vancouver Island to enjoy birding, walking on their beach and traveling. Margaret was an avid gardener, pianist and artist. As our parents’ copy of the book “Birds of North America” testifies, she traveled extensively with George all over Canada and the United States bird watching and took pride in the number of birds they positively identified. Foremost, Margaret was a loving Mom and wife. Her legacy is a large family who loved her deeply, husband George, children Marilynn (Bill), Shari (Barry), Geordie (Wendi) and Laurie (Dennis), fourteen grandchildren, and a large extended family including great and great, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and in-laws. Margaret’s family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful, caring staff in Bayview, Stanford Place, both for their excellent, compassionate care of Margaret and George, and for their extraordinarily thoughtful consideration to our family during Margaret’s final days. A private celebration of Margaret’s life will be held on April 6, 2012

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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.

AL-ANON - if you’re concerned about someone’s drinking? Contact 1-8884ALANON (1-888-425-2666)

RESIDENT MANAGER (in Nanaimo). 51 unit bldg. + Shopping centre, 1.5 positions for pair. Duties include renting, cleaning & small maintenance. Competitive wages & 2 bdrm Apt. Please Fax resume to: 250-920-5437 or email: resume@groupedenux.com

Call 310.3535

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Required by The John Howard Society of North Island. This is a permanent 25 hour/week position. Please refer to www.jhsni.bc.ca and see employment opportunities for details. Interested applicants are invited to send their resume with references to Lori McKeown, Program Manager lori@jhsni.bc.ca or fax (250) 286-6080 or mail to The John Howard Society of North Island 201-140A 10th Avenue, Campbell River, BC, V9W 4E3 Deadline: 4:30pm on April 5, 2012.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

LEGALS

Relief position available for a maximum capacity facility of 40. Requires covering vacations, stat holidays and weekends. Must have current food safe, work independently, maintain good kitchen hygiene, be reliable and creative. May lead to permanent position. Only short listed will be interviewed. Apply to Drawer #4486, Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 by April 16/12. Att: Chef Albert

SALMON HATCHERY Technician. Quatse River Hatchery, Port Hardy. Full time position, Aquaculture and Fisheries Technology diploma or equivalent facility experience. Assets include Swift water rescue, First aid, species identiﬁcation, valid drivers license, public tours and good physical health. Reply to: Ken Fuller NVISEA Manager P: 250-949-9022 nvisea@island.net F: 250-949-5195 Job closes Apr. 16/12

DRIVERS WANTED. Kyte Delivery Service has openings for mature, reliable drivers with own small car. Must be available Sat, Sun & Mon. (250)334-9210.

LAWN CARE, mostly residential. Mowing & Trimming, must be in good shape. Have driver’s abstract, mature, able to work on your own at times. Call 250-339-0369.

CELEBRATIONS

• Birthdays • Weddings • Special Occasions •

Album lbum FamilyA Ph. 250-338-5811 features@comoxvalleyreco tures@comoxvalleyreco features@comoxvalleyrecord.com Deadlines: Tues. 12 noon and Fri. 12 noon

Our Little 3 Year Old is turning 16 on April 5th

Happy 16th Birthday Taylor Lanyon Love, All of your family XOXO Good luck on your driver’s test!

CITY OF COURTENAY PUBLIC NOTICE

Water Main Flushing April 2012 To May 2012 Please be advised that the City of Courtenay will be conducting water main flushing in various locations within the City of Courtenay between the months of April and May 2012. Water main flushing will be carried out by City water personnel between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. each weekday. While flushing will occur over a large area during this time period, water to individual properties should only be affected for a short period of time, typically 30 to 60 minutes. Residents may notice a slight drop in water pressure accompanied by some turbidity (discoloured water). If this problem occurs please run your cold water taps for a period of 20 minutes to clear up any sediment. Please utilize caution when using water for sensitive activities if you notice any discoloration of your water. It is suggested that activities such as laundry and dishwashing should be carried out between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays or at anytime on the weekends, as work will not be performed during these times. Properties with filter systems should be aware of the potential for turbid water. If the water does not clear in 60 minutes or you require more information regarding this project, please call the City of Courtenay Public Works Division at 250-338-1525. Keir Gervais, Public Works Manager Public Works Division, City of Courtenay

Vogel Peter & Arlene

HAPPY 25th Anniversary Love, Mum & Dad, Colleen, Cathy & Families Quality Foods Cake Winner WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4TH

PETER & ARLENE VOGEL

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Wednesday, April 4, 2012

HELP WANTED

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Courtenay location. Guaranteed $11/ hour, 25% proﬁt sharing, paid overtime, beneﬁts, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Call 1866-472-4339 today for an interview.

LINE COOKS, Exp. & dishwasher/prep person wanted for busy pub. Medical & dental beneﬁts. Resumes 9-11am, Mon-Fri., Whistle Stop Pub.

Mechanic: Courtenay, BC. Experienced Journeyman HD or AG, required immediately, full-time, must have own tools, hydraulic experience, valid BC Drivers licence, able to work independently, welding skills an asset, salary based on experience, plus beneﬁts. Email resume to: ian@northislandtractor.com or fax to 250-334-0873.

The John Howard Society of North Island, Courtenay, is looking for a Community Planning Facilitator to develop a needs assessment focusing on youth who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the city of Courtenay. Please refer to the description of duties and responsibilities found on our website: www.jhsni.bc.ca. Submit resumes to Vicki Luckman, Program Manager, 1455 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2K6; fax: 250-338-6568 or e-mail: vicki@jhsni.bc.ca no later than 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 9th. The John Howard Society of North Island is an employment equity employer.

LABOURER (CASUAL) local nursery- 15-20/hrs/wk. $12/hr. Reply Drawer #4488 c/o Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Courtenay, V9N 2Z7.

LOCAL ofﬁce requires a conveyancing secretary with 3 yrs. experience. Compensation dependent on experience. Only those selected for interview will be contacted. Please reply to box 4487 c/o Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Ave Courtenay B.C. v9n 2z7

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WELLNESS RETREAT Program Leader, Coastal Trek Resort, Courtenay BC, $35,000. Permanent position. info@coastaltrekresort.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAMPGROUND MANAGER (onsite/full time • must provide own trailer)

Mature couple required to operate and manage year round campground in Comox. Must have some maintenance skills. Please provide resume with availability and contact details to info@capelazo.com.

CITY OF COURTENAY Summer Employment Opportunity

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HELP WANTED

Assistant Manager Tyee Marine now accepting resumes for position of Assistant Manager, applicant must have 3 years experience in retail sales management and be proﬁcient in both restricted and non restricted Firearms and all laws concerning. Applicant must also have experience in all aspects of store management including ordering, shipping, receiving and Marine electronics.

Please mail resumes to Tyee Marine, 870 Cliffe Ave., Courtenay BC V9N 2J7

COURTENAY

Lifeguard/Swim Instructors The City of Courtenay’s Recreation Division is seeking enthusiastic individuals qualiÀed to perform lifeguarding and swimming instruction for the Courtenay Memorial Outdoor Pool 2012 summer season.

Requires a Receptionist/ Administrative Assistant

Positions are available from approximately May 30th to September 1st, 2012. The rate of pay is $15.63 per hour plus 4% of gross wages in lieu of vacation. Hours vary from part-time to full-time and include days, evenings and weekends.

Requires an organized, efficient, friendly, energetic person for the following responsibilities: data entry, answering multi-line telephone system, customer reception, receiving customer payments, experience with MS Word and Excel, office supply ordering, filing and various office duties as required.

For more information on duties and qualiÀcations and how to apply, please visit our website at www.courtenay.ca and click on Employment Opportunities.

Please fax resume to the attention of General Manager 250-338-5802 or e-mail to mazdareception@shaw.ca

Job Hunting?

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

Job Options BC is a placement and training program. If you are unemployed, and not eligible for EI, check us out. We have services for youth 18 or older, retirees interested in working, and everyone in between!

HELP WANTED PART-TIME Job Developer/Job Coach to cover temporary leave, 25 hrs per week for approximately 22 weeks. This position requires an enthusiastic, community involved individual with the ability to juggle tasks, identify and contact prospective employers, act as a liaison between employers and program participants, conduct job analysis and provide job training and support. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of best practices within the community living field, excellent communication skills, flexibility, conflict resolution, and be able to take initiative. Qualifications: Skills and experience in providing career development assistance for people with diverse abilities. Required: Valid Driver’s License, Driver’s abstract, Reliable automobile, Criminal record check, First Aid. Please email resume to vanislcc@yahoo.ca, attention Lesley Gibson.

HOME STAY FAMILIES HOMESTAY FAMILIES Needed for Japanese boys for July 24 to Aug 10. Stipend paid. Call Louise 250-334-1501.

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD VIC INVESTMENTS INC 4-1 48 Maquinna Ave, Zeballos, BC, V0P 2A0 we are looking to hire 2 Head Cooks, Permanent, F/T, $13.70/hr. High school, certiﬁcate or diploma as a cook or 2 to 3 yrs experience in International, Mexican, Italian. Duties: cook complete meals or individual dishes, prepare & cook special meals. Schedule & supervise kitchen. Apply to: waytowayne@hotmail.com

INCOME OPPORTUNITY EARN EXTRA Cash! - P/T, F/T Immediate openings. Easy computer work, others positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed. www.hwc-bc.com

MEDICAL/DENTAL MOA Required by a Comox Valley Medical Practice for 20 + hours/week. Please drop off your resume with a hand written cover letter to Drawer #4489 c/o Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave., Courtenay, BC, V9N 2Z7.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT

CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete ﬁnishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR UNITED WAY CENTRAL & NORTHERN

VANCOUVER ISLAND The United Way Central & Northern Vancouver Island (UNCNVI) located in Nanaimo has been helping people in our communities since 1958. We support the social needs of our communities by investing in programs and services that help people improve their lives and contribute to a strong and caring community. Reporting to the Board of Directors the new Executive Director will provide operational leadership to all aspects of UWCNVI. The Executive Director will be responsible for the development, resourcing and on-going management of UWCNVI services. Ensuring operational excellence in service delivery and building meaningful relationships with partners and stakeholders will be key measurable responsibilities for the new Executive Director. As the ideal candidate, you possess a track record of progressive leadership within a complex, multifaceted organization. You bring visionary thinking, strong management, marketing, fundraising and financial skills, with experience in engaging multiple stakeholders, donors and partners. The ability to represent the organization and its mission to external stakeholders including the media and acting as the “face” of the organization will be high profile in the role. To be considered in this role, send your resume by April 6, in the strictest confidence, to

work;

john@raidersconcrete.com

Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780444-7103. DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Structural Steel/Precast Erectors in Kitimat, BC, Canada. Red Seal preferred. Erectors must be capable of erecting, installing of temporary braces, splice plates and welding required for the erection of precast panels. Must have the ability to read shop drawing and provide basic layout of precast. Must have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material. Provide proper crane signals to ﬂy material in place. 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. Approximate Journeyman Structural Steel Rate $36.27 This work will start 6/15/12. Please respond to this ad by 4/20/12. Please respond via email by placing Structural Steel Erector in the subject line to: patton@bakerconcrete.com DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Cement Mason/Finishers in Kitimat, BC, Canada. Red Seal preferred. Finishers must possess competency in finishing high tolerance floors. Knowledge & experience in using all finishing hand tools, walk behind, and riding trowels. Must have experience in floor hardeners, shake and the ability to establish grade. 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. Approximate Journeyman Cement Mason $31.82 This work will start 6/1/12. Please respond to this ad by 4/20/12. Please respond via email by placing Cement Mason/Finisher in the subject line to patton@bakerconcrete.com

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Wednesday, April 4, 2012 • COMOX VALLEY RECORD

PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

LEGAL SERVICES

LANDSCAPING

GARAGE SALES

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENT/CONDO

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Conﬁdential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

A.C.L. YARD WORKS. Offering Landscaping, Yard CleanUp, Lawn Mowing, Hedge Trimming, Gutters, Decks and Paving Stones, Retaining Walls and any odd jobs. Call Pat 250-218-4597.

COURTENAY525 MONARCH Dr, Sat, Apr 7, 9am1pm. Multi-family!

737 SQ.FT., or 1474 sq.ft., or larger if needed, good exposure, parking and access at Cliffe and 20th, Courtenay, $10.75/sq.ft. plus triple net & HST. Call 250-335-0351.

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

MISC SERVICES

FOR SALE AT BEAUTIFUL SARATOGA BEACH

Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only.

TRADES, TECHNICAL DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Rodbusters in Kitimat, BC, Canada. Red Seal preferred. Rodbusters must be competent in rigging, shaking out & installing (tying) all types of reinforcement used in concrete. Must have basic knowledge of reading and understanding cut sheets and drawings for the reinforcing. Must be capable of signaling and rigging loads for cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and the Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project. Approximate Journeyman Rodbuster $36.27 This work will start 5/1/12. Please respond to this ad by 4/20/12 Please respond via email by placing Rodbuster in the subject line to patton@bakerconcrete.com

PERSONAL SERVICES HEALTH PRODUCTS HERBAL MAGIC - With Herbal Magic lose up to 20 pounds in just 8 weeks and keep it off. Results Guaranteed! Start today call 1-800854-5176.

EDUCATION/TUTORING

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CRIMINAL RECORD?

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES DENIED CANADA Pensioplan disability beneﬁts? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca

RUBBISH REMOVAL

CLEANING SERVICES DEPENDABLE HOUSECLEANING. You will not be disappointed! Call Laura at 250-650-1423 TIME FOR spring cleaning. Call Com Court Cleaning. WCB, bonded, insured. Res/comm. 250-337-5157.

COUNTERTOPS AFFORDABLE cabinets and countertops, 250-850-9915 W W W . C O A S T C A B I N E TRY.CA

~ ~ ALL AWAY ~~ RUBBISH / JUNK REMOVAL * Wood * Metal * Rock * Concrete

* Green Waste *Residential Cleanups *Household

Environmentally Conscious Fast Reliable Service Scott 250-792-1668

ELECTRICIAN Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-792-2168. www.bzzzt.ca JRS ELECTRIC: Licns’d, bnded & insr’d. From new builds & renos to service calls. John, C.R. 250-914-3532 or C.V. 250-650-5773 (cont:98365)

GARDENING

LIVESTOCK QUALITY HAY $5.00 a bale. Price Reduced. Barn clearing special. 250-337-8732. msg.

PETS LOOKING for a good home for an 8 yr old, male, ﬁxed, Ragdoll cat. Loves attention and affection. Very vocal. Call 250941-1946

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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UNDER $499

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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PETS

ELECTRICAL

Tutoring • K-12 • Reading/Writing • Math • Study Skills • Homework Help • Academic Assessments • Certiﬁed Teachers

GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Women’s Fashions SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

2 SIDE rail protectors for import truck $500 new, go for $200 o.b.o. 250-339-5708.

VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

REAL ESTATE HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES 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!

price $419,000 8799 Clarkson Drive. approx 2800 sq ft , 4 Bdrms, 2 & ½ Bathrms, Sunroom, New Roof, Wrap around Deck, 2 Car Garage, Fish pond, Garden.

(250) 337-8742

OTHER AREAS NOVA SCOTIA Rural water front lots for sale. Country living at its best. Three bedroom apartments for rent. 45 miles to university town. 1-902-5222343 www.sawmilllanding.com waterfront@bellaliant.net

RENTALS

FREE ITEMS FREE: ROTOTILLED horse manure. Call 250-334-3162.

HANDYPERSONS WAYNE’S HANDYMAN & Reno. Service. 20+yrs exp. in carpentry, decking, fencing, framing, ﬁnishing, drywalling, mudding, painting. Small jobs ok. 250-339-0879

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

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FRIENDLY FRANK 5 BOXES new craft supplies, $30. New curved track light & bath ﬁxtures, $40. Call 250338-1645.

LANDSCAPING

FUEL/FIREWOOD

AFFORDABLE MOWING. I’m a young guy looking for some honest work. I own a truck with some tools. Give me a ring at 250-702-2164 to discuss price.

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AUCTIONS

CAMPBELL RIVER

1358 Marwalk Crescent 250-287-3939 www.crauctions.ca Ltd.

“Serving Campbell River & Vancouver Island since 1967”

Thursday, April 5 » 6pm 2007 approx. 24' EZ load tandem trailer, 2002 Dodge Ram pickup 4x4 diesel, 1992 GMC propane/ gas cube van, 1980 Ford dump truck (on propane), 1980 Ford ﬂat deck unit with dump, utility trailer, 1991 Jayco J Hunter Edition 11.5' camper, Landa platinum series diesel steam pressure washer, JASON shipment of new trailer parts, metal bandsaw, outboard motor, lumber, chain link gate, tools, Check out our website, collectables, traﬃc lights, Kent woodstove, full ad. Kitchen Aid stainless convection oven, coins, for Viewing: stamps, furniture and so much more. Wed. 9-5 & Thurs. 9-6 Please note: We will be closed Easter Monday Terms Cash, Visa, M/C, = • SAME DAY REMOVAL • CLOSED TUESDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

303C 698 Aspen 2 Bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls. $850/ mth Avail. Apr 15 202-4705 Alderwood 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 5 appls. $775/mth Avail. Apr 15 44-1535 Dingwall Rd 2 bed, 1 bath N/S, N/P 4 appliances $795/mth Avail. May 1st

WE’RE ON THE WEB

APARTMENT/CONDO

SPACE FOR LEASE - Shop with hoist. - 1 1/2 acre fenced lot. - Ofﬁce with sales lot CONTACT: Ken at Ace Central for additional information 250-338-7666 WAREHOUSE SPACE for lease 1000sqft. Unheated O.H.door $750mth. +utilities 250-334-7146

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COURTENAY - Furnished 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath duplex for rent. Available for 15th of April. Great location close to school, bus route and backs on to a forest. NS/NP $1100 Ref required. Rick 250-703-6535

APARTMENT/CONDO

COMOX 1BDRMbright, ground floor apt. in great location. Laminate flooring, 6 appls. $775./mo. NS/NP. Avail May 1. 250-338-6919. COURTENAY- 1 bdrm, central location. Recently updated, top floor, inclds microwave. NS/NP. $650./mo. Available Now. Call (250)339-9999. COURTENAY- 2 bdrm condo in mature 19+ building, brand new custom design kitchen, avail immed, $850 mo. Call (250)338-0879.

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FERTILIZERS COW MANURE for sale. 1 yr old composted, limited supply, now loading trucks & trailers (250)897-1513 Leave msg.

Apartments•Condos•Suites

APARTMENT/CONDO APT. 2 bdrm, 3 bonus rms., 2 full bath, family rm inc. 4 appls. N/P, No yard. $1000/mo. 250-336-8711

COUSINS RD. Shop/Warehouse space. 2250 or 1200 sqft. Zoned I-2, 3 phase power & high ceilings. Available soon 250-703-1644/338-7476 evs.

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APARTMENTS / CONDOS

PASSAGE COURT

Desirable 3rd floor, 3 bdrm condo features 2 baths, 5 appl, gas fireplace & assigned parking in quiet cul-de-sac; located near schools & College; n/s; $1000/month; avail Apr 1.

ARBOUR GLEN

Beautifully renovated 2 bdrm condos located near schools, shopping & recreation; feature 4 appl., 2nd level entry, & assigned parking; $750/month; N/S; N/P; immediate possession

JOSHUA ESTATES

2 bdrm, 2nd level condo located on desirable, quiet cul-desac features new renovations with 5 appl, storage & patio area; ideally located near schools, College, & Aquatic Centre; N/S; N/P; $825/month; immediate possession

ULVERSTON MANOR

2 bdrm suite in centrally located Cumberland apartment block; secured entry, 2 appl, and on site coin-op laundry; N/S; N/P; immediate possession; $675/month

DRIFTWOOD CONDOS

Bright, 2 bdrm, 2nd level condo features fridge, stove, & on site coin-op laundry; centrally & ideally located near all amenities & on bus routes; N/S; N/P; $750/month; avail Apr 1

TRUMPETERS LANDING

Gorgeous 2 bdrm suite ideally located on Courtenay Airpark Walkway & near all amenities; features 6 appls, 2 baths, cork floors, 2 decks, underground parking, & much more; N/S; N/P; avail May 1; $1200/month

DUPLEXES

URQUHART DUPLEX

Beautifully renovated Courtenay duplex features new kitchen & appl., new paint & new flooring throughout, in addition to other improvements; 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, 3 appl, plus shared laundry; fenced, easy to maintain yard; $1050/mo.; immediate possession.

HOMES

SCOTT ROAD COTTAGE

Beautifully renovated 2 bdrm cottage features 4 appl, & is located on dead end street, moments to ocean; If you’re looking for tranquil and rustic, this is for you! Immediate possession; $800/month

TOWNHOMES EDGETT MEWS

Quiet townhouse complex conveniently located in West Courtenay features corner town-home unit w/living down & 2 bdrms up; 5 appl, semi-private patio, & covered carport; N/S; N/P; $850/mo; avail Apr 1

NOW OFFERING STRATA MANAGEMENT SERVICES

DO YOU CARE about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned - we own and manage our own buildings only. See the difference. Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

BRIARWOOD 720 Eighth Street TWO BEDROOM suite. Very bright and spacious unique floor plan. 950 sq. ft. Recently redecorated. Large, private patio. Full sized appliances with dishwasher and in suite washer/dryer. Private entry. Very quiet mature adult neighbours. Three blocks from downtown. Security entry. A very attractive suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250703-2264.

OAKCREST 1155 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM CORNER suite. Very bright spacious and nicely renovated. Excellent location in central Courtenay. Security entry. Private storage room. Full sized appliances. Quiet, mature adult neighbours. Well managed and maintained. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. Independent Living for Seniors “The Affordable Alternative” TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite - spacious and modern. Excellent location in central Comox walking distance to everything. In suite storage. Extra large kitchen and dining area. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. A very well maintained and well managed building. Call Greg @ 250-3391222.

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IT’S BEEN AN amazing season of slopestyle competition for Darcy Sharpe of Comox.

Darcy Sharpe of Comox won the silver medal for Canada in slopestyle at the FIS Snowboard Junior World Championships in Spain. The 16th FIS Snowboard Junior World Championships wrapped-up March 31 in Sierra Nevada, Spain. The slopestyle competition closed out the championships with the biggest Canadian delegation of the week on hand. Sharpe had a strong run to win the

SNOWBOARDING silver medal with a score of 88. Winner Marko Grigis of Italy scored 94 while bronze medallist Brandon Davis of the USA scored 86. The world silver is part of an impressive season for the 16-year-old Mark Isfeld student. Before heading to Spain, Sharpe was in Calgary for the Canadian slopestyle championships from March 15-17 where he also won silver.

Jon Versteeg from Vernon had the best run of the day scoring 81.70 to put him on top of the podium while Sharpe was a close second with a score of 80.50, followed by Matts Kulisek from Sainte-Adèle, QC, in third with a score of 80.3. Sharpe won this year’s Afterdark Invitational Big Air at Mount Washington when he returned to his home mountain after placing sixth at the LG FIS World Cup in Stoneham, Quebec. At the same event,

Sharpe was chosen to narrate an in-depth course review for the LG FIS World Cup Slopestyle held in Stoneham, Quebec. With a respectable placing at the Canadian Open in Calgary and a second place and best trick win at the Seymour Canadian Shield, Sharpe has been on the road a lot this year. He wraps up his season April 13-22 in Whistler Blackcomb at the Telus World Ski and Snowboard Festival. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Locals excel at B.C. freestyle championships Erin Sketchley is the golden girl of slopestyle. She won the gold medal this weekend at the B.C. championships as a member of the Mount Washington Freestyle Club. At the age of 12, Sketchley practises her skills daily on skis. And now that she stands on the gold medal podium, all that practice has paid off. In the winter she lives part-time on the mountain and part-time in Campbell River. She goes to school on the mountain at the Podium of Life Ski Academy. This weekend she competed in moguls and dual moguls and placed in the top five in her age class. But when it came to sliding rails and hitting jumps, she won the judges over. Her winning routine included a big spread off the first jump, followed by a very difficult sideways slide on a rail, followed by a slide on the scary rail named Battleship. A combination of a jump and two rail slides impressed the judges (most of her competitors avoided the rails) and Sketchley earned a score high enough to win her the gold medal. Racers also freestylers Podium of Life Ski Academy entered a team in the BC freestyle championships held this weekend at Mount Washington. Every one of the seven Podium of Life athletes that competed this weekend was a racer. And it turns out that racers are pretty good at freestyle as well. The Mount Washington Freestyle Club hosted this huge event in style. The competition was moguls,

which is bumps and jumps, and slope style, which is a combination of jumps and rails. The event was held under excellent weather conditions, which showed off the mountain very well to over 300 visitors. There were about 160 competitors ranging in ages five to 19 years old. This was the first freestyle event ever for the racers who competed for Podium of Life. Of course, they were nervous and did not know what to expect. But they had a lot of fun and did quite well, said coach Shane Harle. In the Super Youth category the two star racing sisters from Comox, Bryn and Emily Johnson, age six

and nine years old, challenged the freestyle skiers in their events. Bryn, who competed as a five-year-old, came away with the gold in moguls and the silver in slopestyle. Emily earned fifth and moguls and eighth in slopestyle. Sylvi Nymann of Campbell River won fourth place in slopestyle and a seventh place in moguls. Justin Watt, a nine-year-old from Courtenay, finished ninth in the moguls and eighth in slopestyle. In the Youth division Kole Harle earned a 10th in both moguls and slopestyle while Logan Frame finished 12th in moguls and 16th in slopestyle. Maja Nymann finished

9th in moguls and seventh in slopestyle. These three youth, from Campbell River, live part-time on the mountain and spend their afternoons with the Podium of Life skiing. “It was a pretty brave thing for these racers to do, competing in an event that they do not trained for,” says coach Harle. “I am proud of them to have competed in this event with courage and commitment.” Podium of Life has one more week left this season, and will begin registering students for next season. “So the freestyle world better watch out for the racers next winter,” Harle said. – Podium of Life Ski Academy

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POSTING IMPRESSIVE RESULTS at the championships were, from left to right: back row - Erin Sketchley, Maja Nymann. Front row - Sylvi Nymann, Bryn Johnson, Emily Johnson and Justin Watt.

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Mackinnon boys biking for‘Baha’ On May 19, Comox Valley locals the Mackinnon brothers – Scott, Sean, Ross and Ryan will depart on a cycling trip across Canada to raise money for their grandfather Neville “Baha” Munro and the Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Neville Munro, a basketball Olympian, published author, successful lawyer and oneof-a-kind grandfather was the ultimate role model for the Mackinnon boys. At age 60, “Baha” as the Mackinnon boys lovingly nicknamed him was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. For the next 16 years of his life his humbled grandsons watched Baha fight this relentless disease and gained an amazing respect for their hero. In 1992, Baha had planned to achieve one of his dreams and accompany his youngest son Dave Munro in a cycling trip across Canada. But because of Parkinson’s and its major effects on his motor skills he was not able to complete this journey. The bike he was supposed to ride has been sitting in a garage for 20-plus years. Last summer the Mackinnon boys decided that they were going to ride Baha’s bike as well as three other bikes, the 8,000plus kilometres across Canada from Comox to Halifax in honour of their grandfather and to complete his unfinished trip. Their goal is to raise $1 for every kilometre the four of them rides as well as $1 for every kilometre their Baha would have ridden. All together this equals over $40,000 for the

Minx help Habitat The Rink Minx roller derby team is participating in the Habitat for Humanity program for the Women Build home this year. “We are super stoked to be helping out with this project; however, we need to raise $10,000,” said team member Glenice Neal (aka Mo Pleasure). “If you click on the (loooooong) link below, you can make a contribution by sponsoring me. It doesn’t matter how big or small your donation is, every penny counts,” Neal said. “If you know of anyone else who you think will be into helping with a donation, please forward this on. “I really hope to achieve my personal goal of $1,000 soon! Derby love to all!,” Neal added. To donate, go to http://my.e2rm. com/personalPage.aspx?registra tionID=1384517&langPref=enCA&Referrer=http%3a%2f%2fsn128w. snt128.mail.live.com%2fdefault. aspx%3frru%3dinbox.

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my Baha’s trip and make him proud.” Ryan Mackinnon, having just recently finished his last season of varsity basketball for the University of Victoria and the youngest of the Mackinnon boys, jokes he has the best shot at making it to

Halifax first, “I figure having young, fresh legs is going to help. I think I will keep the yellow jersey for the majority of the trip.” The Mackinnon boys will be throwing a fundraising event in the Comox Valley sometime in early

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Imports claim indoor soccer crown With relentless waves of offensive attacks, the Imports showed just how good they could be when they fielded their full indoor soccer squad for Thursday night’s championship finale. Seamless transitions from defence to offence meant Red Card Heroes ‘keeper Jordan Austin was busy all night in attempting to deflect away the battery of incoming shots. But not much could be done to stop the Imports’ momentum, motivated by their challenge for the top spot in the 16-team league, and it was only a matter of time before the whistle filled the air to officially announce the victory by an 8-1 score. A group of subs meshed into their lineup for the final meant the Red Card Heroes had their work cut out for them from the getgo and the Imports took full advantage. They used their slick passing, teamwork and array of deft moves with the ball to confuse and then find holes in the patchwork defence before talented players like Micaiah Kind,

SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB Gokhan Avcil and Rob Caya let loose with their shots and quickly piled up an insurmountable lead. The Blue Toque FC team took third place in the “A Tier” with a 7-6 win over Cona Hostel is Neato, while the Untouchaballs won 8-5 over Barcelogna for fifth spot. In the “B Tier” finals, the Footy Soldiers nearly coughed up a cozy lead in their game before a late goal-scoring explosion by Stephen Gray secured their victory by a 10-6 count. Smells Like Green Spirit took third place with a 7-5

win over the Spartans, while ABCDE FC finished in fifth spot with an 8-4 victory over Very Ballsy. The “C Tier” finals saw the Free Lions snare top spot in a 7-4 defeat of Gettin’ Messi, while Footloose nabbed third spot by a 6-2 margin over Abusement Park. Spring sports leagues now move outdoors for the CVSSC, as registration is currently open for the outdoor soccer, as well as 4-on-4 beach volleyball, ultimate Frisbee, flag football, slo-pitch and kickball. Players can sign up individually, in

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Union Street Grill & Grotto unite After years of living as roommates, cohabiting but never conjoining, they’re finally getting together. The Grotto, one of downtown Courtenay’s favourite casual eateries, has shared space with the Union Street Grill on Fifth Street for seven years, yet has always maintained a discreet distance in terms of what really counts – the menu. That’s about to change. After a transformative week behind closed doors April 1 to 7, the Grotto will reopen with a new look, a new menu and a brand new relationship with Union Street. “We realized it was time to bring the Grotto and the Grill closer together,” says chef Mark Duncan, who owns both restaurants with his wife Danielle. “We’d been hearing from our customers that they want to be able to choose between the more classic, fullservice restaurant experience of Union Street Grill and the more casual, loungetype milieu of the Grotto without having to choose one menu

Furgale speaks at HBBA meeting The Comox Valley Home-Based Business Association hosts its monthly meeting Thursday at 6 p.m. at The Best Western on Cliffe Avenue. The keynote speaker is Biz Works owner Helen Furgale, a small business development specialist. Her presentation will focus on writing a business plan. Before starting her own firm, Furgale managed the business futures program at Community Futures Strathcona. The member spotlight will feature Angela Zumbo, a mortgage professional with The Mortgage Centre Comox Valley who specializes in residential mortgages for home owners. There is no charge for the meeting. CVHBBA membership is open to all small and home-based businesses. Dues are $75 per year. www.CVHBBA.com

A grand re-opening party will be held May 12 at the Grotto, featuring give-aways, allday specials on food and drinks, free beer and wine tastings until 5 p.m. and live music from 7-9 p.m. Jet FM will be on-site from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Just call it a restaurant engagement party. The Union Street Grill and Grotto is located at 477 Fifth St. For more information call 250-897-0081 or visit www.unionstreetgrill.ca.

OWNERS MARK AND Danielle Duncan will unveil a new look and a new menu at Union Street Grill & Grotto Sunday. PHOTO SUBMITTED or the other,” Danielle said. “So we’re going to have one menu for both venues. It will have everything that’s been on offer at the Grill, plus a few of the most popular items from the Grotto.” That means, for instance, that Union Street patrons will finally be able to order the breakfast burrito, a longtime Grotto favourite featuring scrambled eggs, chorizo sausage, bell peppers, onions, mozzarella and cajun spices all rolled in a tortilla with salsa, sour cream and guacamole. The shared menu will also feature new items such as balsamic bbq pork ribs served over butternut yam mash with artisan greens. Complementing the new menu at the Grotto will be a trendy

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CALENDAR Editor’s note: There’s a new method to spread the word about your community events. Try our new, improved online calendar. Scroll down the mainpage of the Comox Valley Record website (www. comoxvalleyrecord.com) until you see a calendar off to the right. Click on Add Your Event and follow the prompts. This calendar is for special events put on by non-profit groups. We run as many as space permits, but only guarantee a calendar item appears once. Calendar items can be e-mailed to copy@comoxvalleyrecord. com, faxed to 250-338-5568 or delivered to 765 McPhee Ave. Deadlines: Friday at 5 p.m. for Wednesday’s paper and Tuesday at noon for Friday’s paper. Include date, location, time and a contact phone number that can be published.

urdays, First & Penrith, 9–9:45 a.m. Variety of styles & leaders. Donations accepted to offset cost of heating. KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, Ryan Rd. near Superstore, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals. com. OCEAN Waves Square Dance Club Spring Swing w/callers Fran & Roger Archambault & cuers Lorna & Carmen Corbet, Florence Filberg Centre, 7:30–10 p.m. Roger & Carmen have heads shaved for Cops for Cancer. FMI: Cathy or Guy 250-250-338-7942.

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CUMBERLAND Senior Lamplights offer soup, sandwich & dessert lunch ($7), Buchanan Hall, Cultural Centre (downstairs, rear), 2674 Dunsmuir Ave., doors 11 a.m., lunch 11:30. Crafts, baking, white elephant, raffles & more. ST. JOHN Ambulance presentation on fall prevention, home safety & First Call Medical Alert Program with Fall Detector, The Home Medicine Shop, 1070 Cliffe Ave., 1 p.m. FMI/pre-registration: 250-3380903. EVERGREEN Seniors Club Meet & Greet (Singles) Group, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 1 p.m. Current club membership required. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniorsclub. org. MACDONALD Wood Park Society AGM, St. Peter’s Anglican Church Hall, 218 Church St., Comox, 7 p.m. Guest speaker Frank Hovenden. FMI: 250-339-7512.

EVERGREEN Seniors Club – Attention members: Courtenay Recreation/Florence Filberg Centre closed due to Easter holiday weekend. Regular hours resume Tuesday, April 10. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniorsclub.org.

Thursday, April 5 ST. JOHN Ambulance presentation on fall prevention, home safety & First Call Medical Alert Program with Fall Detector, Comox Rec Centre, 1855 Noel Ave., 1:30 p.m. Drop in. FMI: 250-339-2255. C.V. PADDLERS meet, Lions Den (below Comox Dollar Store), 7 p.m. Guest speaker Lannie Keller of Coast Mountain Expeditions & Discovery Islands Lodge. FMI: 250-3353453.

Friday, April 6 UNITY Comox Valley Good Friday service, Windsor Court, 677 Bunting Pl., off Anderton Rd., Comox, 7 p.m. FMI: www.unitycomoxvalley. com, 1-866-853-9866. CUMBERLAND United Church Good Friday service, First & Penrith, 11 a.m. FMI: Rev. Julianne Kasmer 250-650-4151. C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group: No walk due to Good Friday holiday. COMOX Seniors Association presents ongoing Nia classes every Friday, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave, 9–10:15 a.m. Drop-in $8. FMI: englishsr@hotmail.com. EVERGREEN Seniors Club – Attention members: Courtenay Recreation/Florence Filberg Centre closed due to Easter holiday weekend. Regular hours resume Tuesday, April 10. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniorsclub.org.

Saturday, April 7 SHAMROCK Gumbooter 4-H Club hosts Easter Petting Zoo, Comox Centre Mall, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission by donation & club members accepting bottle donations for club’s fundraising. FMI: Jan 250-702-3633, Delina 250-218-5964. CUMBERLAND United Church hosts group meditation Sat-

Sunday, April 8 CUMBERLAND United Church Easter Sunday worship service, First & Penrith, 11 a.m. FMI: Rev. Julianne Kasmer 250-650-4151. KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com.

Tuesday, April 10 OYSTER River Enhancement Society AGM & Election of Directors, ORES hatchery (drive thru Bear Creek Nature Park on Macaulay Rd.), 10:30 a.m. To nominate directors contact j.s.loring@ shaw.ca. NORTH Island Rhododendron Society (NIRS) meeting, Comox United Church, 250 Beach Ave, doors 7 p.m., start 7:30. Gordon Mackay speaks on rhodo companion planting. Guests welcome.

Wednesday, April 11 EVERGREEN Seniors Drama Club Showcase, Conference Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 1:30 p.m. 2 stage plays: The Wallet & Welcome to Acceptance. Tix $5/person, at office. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniorsclub. org.

Friday, April 13 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Tsolum River walk; meet at Headquarters Rd. fairgrounds/curling rink parking lot, 8:50 a.m. FMI: Michelle 250-331-9158, Sue 250-898-8333, Maggie 250871-1707, www.cvnewcomers. net.

Saturday, April 14 KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Bosley’s Pet Food Plus, Guthrie Rd. near Quality Foods, Comox, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com.

Sunday, April 15 KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com. C.V. MONARCHIST League meeting, 2173 Tull, Courtenay (home of Barbara & John Frame), 2 p.m. Planning for celebration of Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

Monday, April 16 COMOX Seniors Association presents Beginner/Beyond Beginner dances with Eric Lam: waltz 3 p.m., jive 4:10 p.m., d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave. $10/members, $12/guests. Private coaching available. FMI/registration: Arabella 250-941-8885, arabella888@gmail.com.

Tuesday, April 17 ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary Society meeting, upper hall Comox Legion, 1:30 p.m. All guests welcome. FMI: 250339-1407.

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD COMOX VALLEY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Publisher: Joanna Ross Editor: Mark Allan Ph: 250-338-5811 / Fax: 250-338-5568 / Classified: 250-310-3535 A division of Black Press Ltd. 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com The Comox Valley Record is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Economy over environment The alarm has been raised that the federal government is about to turn the clock back on fisheries protection by about 35 years. Documents released by retired fisheries biologist Otto Langer, and introduced in the House of Commons by New Westminster-Coquitlam MP Fin Donnelly last week, indicate the government plans to strip habitat protection for fish in Section 35 of the Fisheries Act, effectively making creek and stream protection a thing of the past. Documents produced by Langer indicate the government plans to remove a ban against activity that results in the “harmful alteration, disruption or destruction of fish habitat” and replacing it with a ban on activity that has an “adverse effect on a fish of economic, cultural or ecological value.” On the surface, it looks like the changes would protect fish, but it’s not clear how, when fish rely on a healthy environment, ecosystem or habitat to thrive. If it can’t be proven that a species of fish has special value, can the habitat – creek, river or stream – be legally destroyed? Many have heard stories of property owners who were prevented from subdividing because there’s a ditch in the way that sometimes has fish in it. And there are times when it’s hard to understand the “economic” or “environmental” value of a creek or stream, but lack of knowledge or understanding about how our watersheds work is the reason most of them were paved over, culverted or diverted in the 1960s and 1970s, leaving us low fish returns today. Ignoring for a moment the secretive way the government appears to be moving on this matter, the idea that fish, and the rest of the planet, can be altered unless an economic argument can be made to save it, is short-sighted at best. At worst, it ignores the web of life that even the youngest pre-schooler understands. – Nanaimo News Bulletin

Record Question of the Week This week: Seven per cent of respondents feel the new visitor centre will promote tourism better than Chambers of Commerce did. Get your two cents in before the penny becomes extinct by visiting www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and casting your vote on our Online Poll. Comox and Courtenay Co residents did their part to conserve energy during Earth Hour on Saturday night, registering a 3.9 per cent reduction in consumption.

What a rotten, wet, windy way for our school students to start spring break; let’s hope there’s sunshine and warm temperatures on the way soon.

Robocall reports questioned Dear editor, Your editorial (All’s fair in love and politics) on Friday, March 30 found “reports of fraudulent robocalls in North Island sad and yet unsurprising.” Yes, the reports are sad and unsurprising, but it is important to emphasize that at this time we are dealing only with “reports” of fraudulent robocalls. Such reports are allegations of fraudulent voter misdirection not factual evidence that such calls were actually made in North Island. I note the national media also reports with minimum qualification that more than 33,000 fraudulent robocalls misdirected voters to their polling place across Canada. There is very little attempt to make it clear that such reports are unsubstantiated and unproven. We know the robocall scandal started in Guelph, Ont. and Elections Canada is investigating that debacle. Reports to date suggest a rogue operative initiated fraudulent calls in that constituency. Elections Canada report there is as yet no hard evidence of such fraudulent robocalls elsewhere. The Opposition Parties quite rightly raised the matter in Parliament, but they also asked their supporters across Canada to report robocall abuse elsewhere and the flood of complaints was predictable. Millions of loyal supporters were very unhappy with the results of the federal election and it is not a stretch to think that some may have embellished their facts including reports of abuse emanating from the North Island. Partisan supporters are quick to believe the worst regarding their adversary. Each of these complaints must be investigated by Elections Canada. Such complaints can be shown to be honest reports of abuse or simply a fraudulent complaint. Elections

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Canada needs only to check each complainant’s telephone records. Elections Canada investigators will know the telephone number sources of the robocalls in question and can confirm whether a person reporting abuse actually received a call from a suspect telephone number. If the person actually received a telephone call from such a number their com-

plaint will be considered credible. If not, there should be consequences for such mischief. Until these facts can be established let’s allow Elections Canada to do its job and refrain from jumping to conclusions regarding the veracity of the wide-spread reports of robocall abuse across Canada including the North Island. W. Hunter Courtenay

City should support Sixth Street bridge Dear editor, We would like to see the Sixth Street pedestrian and cycling bridge project over the Courtenay River supported by Courtenay city council. We often cycle in Courtenay instead of bringing our car and would love to see the implementation of this bridge project. This keystone as well as an increase in safer cycling trails throughout the Comox Valley would certainly put Courtenay on the map as a cycle friendly destination. We are familiar with many towns south of the border which have placed cycling as a priority in their communities. In particular Eugene, Ore. and Redding, Calif. have become routine stops on our journeys south each year. The impressive Sun Dial bridge in Redding is connected to more than 80 miles of cycling/walking trails along the Sacramento River and brings considerable tourist dollars into the region.

The Comox Valley needs increased cycling lanes/ routes to encourage more local people to travel without vehicles. A bridge crossing for bicycles and a by pass of the dangerous Ryan Road intersection would go a long way in creating safer corridors for cyclists. Also, this bridge would be an attractive asset to the city and would help to draw vistors and residents alike to the downtown core. When this project is completed it would certainly be on the list of places to take our visitors while touring around the Comox Valley. We encourage everyone to check out the website and support the project: www. cvbridgeproject.com. Courtenay city council, please commit to this project and support the initial funding for site survey and bridge design. Rick and Julie Howell Comox Valley

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Province is improving DriveABLE Dear editor, As the minister responsible for public safety, I want British Columbians to know the facts about how we’re improving the DriveABLE program to better meet the needs of seniors, while maintaining public safety. As we get older, our cognitive abilities change – in a small number of cases, they change to the degree that driving simply isn’t safe anymore. It is very emotional and difficult to face the possibility that, after decades of driving, we may face the loss of our licences. I understand that – in fact, I went through that process with both my parents. It is important to note that a very small number of seniors actually lose their licences. Of 3.1 million B.C. drivers – 84,000 of whom are over 80 – only about 1,500 take a DriveABLE assessment each year. The vast majority of seniors will continue to drive for a long, long time. About 95 per cent of referrals to take the test come from physicians, when

combination of the two tests they diagnose cognitive and medical information proimpairments they believe vided by their doctor. make it unsafe for their We are also in the propatients to drive. cess of developing a service We clearly heard concerns delivery model to reduce the from seniors about Driveamount of travel for rural ABLE. Firstly, some seniors British Columbians. As a felt anxious about taking the Northerner, I am on-screen Driveacutely aware of ABLE assessment, the challenge that and secondly, that travelling long disthey want the drivtances creates for ing assessments to seniors. Our goal is be done closer to to provide services home, especially in as close to home as rural communities. possible through Several months regional expanago, after listening to these concerns, I SHIRLEY BOND sion and increased mobile services. directed staff to look We also recognize that at program improvements. we have to do a better job of Our government listened outreach and public educaand has taken decisive tion. Ministry staff will be actions. The biggest change working to connect with means that seniors will no seniors and their families longer have a decision made much earlier in the process, about their ability to drive with a focus on how we can solely based on an on-screen help prepare them for posassessment. People who do sible changes and how driver not pass the computer test assessments work. Staff will will be given the opportunity also work with stakeholder to take an on-road assessgroups (such as medical docment. The Province will pay tors and physician groups) for both assessments. Final who will assist us in develdecisions will be based on a

No way coal dust is good for water Dear editor, I could scarcely believe my eyes when I read the comments from the writer in the recent “Have your Say” section which suggested the coal dust produced at Union Bay when the coal processing site was operating “probably helped filter the waters of Baynes Sound and made the production of oysters possible.” The writer also suggests the coal processing didn’t harm the pristine waters. I would like to remind the writer and others that the negative health impacts of coal dust are well documented. Studies have shown that acid rock drainage and metalsleaching discharges are migrating to the marine environment from the Waste Coal Pile site in Union Bay. A remediation plan is currently being drafted to determine what to do with this toxic waste dump site.

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A BIG THANK you to Habitat For Humanity for putting on an inspiring and informative evening at the First Nations hall last Tuesday. Though I’ve participated in a Habitat build overseas what I learned from the talks is that there are many ways locally to give families a hand up in owning their own home. The most exciting thing for me was finding out that there’s a woman’s build locally. All ages and experience levels are welcome. If construction isn’t your thing there are many ways to participate by helping prepare meals, musical entertainment. For more info you can go to, www.habitatnorthisland.com or call, 250-334-3777 ext. 312.

BIG THANKS TO Petland in Courtenay for their support of the Kitty Kat P. A. L. Society adoption centre. Petland is now my favourite store anywhere. A BOUQUET OF good karma for the person who found and turned in the black wallet found in the Boston Pizza parking lot. You ended what could have been days of anxiety and stress. MANY THANKS TO Dr. Cornock and the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital, for the fine care they showed my wife Vera. You folks are awesome! Thanks again. DO YOU HAVE somebody to praise or something you have to get off your chest? Have your say by submitting to editor@ comoxvalleyrecord.com. You can also get a written submission to 765 McPhee Ave., Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 or fax to 250-3385568.

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MARS open house Saturday Spring is in the air, with flowers blooming, bees buzzing and birdies singing. The world around us is full of renewed life, a perfect time to register to take a “Walk for Wildlife” and observe the wildlife in the Comox Valley. Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MÅRS) invites the public to join them at their annual Open House on Saturday, April 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at their Wildlife Centre in Merville. There will be an egg hunt for the kids with prizes and a chance to win a special gift basket. Volunteers will be on hand with tours of the wildlife facility that is only open to the public on this special day each year. Our permits do not allow public viewing of patients, and most of the cages are off limits during our busy times of the year. Shakespeare the Barred Owl and Horus the Red-tail Hawk will be on hand for visitors to see up close. Otus, the newest member of the MARS ambassa-

dors can be seen this year as well. A special guest “Harrison” will be on hand to greet our guests. Be sure to get your pledge sheets to help raise funds for MARS “Walk for Wildlife” planned for April 22 at the Airpark in Courtenay. The theme for National Wildlife Week is “Walk for Wildlife” so this is very fitting. This is a chance to learn about MARS other activities within the surrounding communities or Campbell River, Courtenay and the rest of the Comox Valley. Discover how MARS helps with conservation efforts and wildlife studies, our educational programs, internship program and more. On hand will be Comox Valley Conservation Strategy, Tsolum River Restoration and Greenways Land Trust with displays of their efforts in the community. Ian Moul with the WiTS program will be able to answer questions about Nest Trees. Wendy Kotilla’s Youth in Ecological Restora-

tion (YER) Program participants will be on hand to help out at our event. On sale are raffle tickets with the draw at 3:00 pm and for donation are Hot Chocolate’s Flying Eagles, MARS Photo Contest prints from Eagle Fest in Campbell River, and Brian Scott’s prints of “Mt. Avery from Helicopter.” Refreshments are available including Eagle Cookies from Heavenly Goodies, and Natural Pastures

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is an internationally recognized limnologist, expert in wetland and riparian ecology, and related ecological processes responsible for maintaining water quality. Those interested in the relation between lichens, water and wood ducks are welcome to join for what promises to be an interesting walkabout. The walk begins at 9 a.m. at Jumbo’s Cabin at the entrance to Chinatown on the road to Comox Lake through Cumberland off Dunsmuir Avenue. For those unfamiliar with how to get there, vehicles will meet in Courtenay at the Old Church Theatre, 755 Harmston, at 8:30 a.m. Comox Valley Nature is a non-profit society affiliated to BC Nature. It is dedicated to public environmental education. Founded in 1966, it has become a public institution whose doors are open to all. We welcomes new members all the time. Anyone interested in this walk or CVNS activities should visit comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/ or call Maingon at 250331-0143.

VOLUNTEERS WILL BE on hand at MARS’ annual open house to greet visitors. Their Wildlife Centre in Merville will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday as they celebrate National Wildlife Week.

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Public invited to walk at marsh As part of its spring series of guided educational nature walks, Comox Valley Nature (Comox Valley Naturalists Society) is pleased to offer a free public walk at Cumberland Marsh on Saturday. This walk is open to the public of all ages at no charge. Most of the walk is level, and CVNS volunteers will endeavour to assist and meet the needs of physically challenged members of the public interested in discovering nature at our doorstep. Cumberland Marsh is an outstanding stream marsh, set in the old site of Cumberland’s Chinese and Japanese towns. Although it is a recovering industrial site, it is home to an exceptionally interesting array of birds and plants. In spite of the unseasonably cold weather the Comox Valley has been experiencing, the marsh is already showing early signs of spring faunal cycles. Among its more spectacular inhabitants, wood ducks have emerged to begin their nesting season. The walk will be led by CVNS president, Dr. Loys Maingon. He

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