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A spark from a welding or cutting torch nearly resulted in a huge blaze at the defunct Elk Falls mill Wednesday morning. “It could have been quite a spectacular fire if it had not been knocked down quickly,” said Fire Chief Dean Spry. The fire started on the second floor of the five-storey TMP (thermomechanical pulping) building. Crews were dismantling the mill, and salvaging machinery for auction, when a spark from a torch apparently ignited hydraulic oil. Workers were able to contain the fire, but it was still burning when city fire crews arrived around 10:30 a.m. They arrived in force too – just in case things got out of hand – with three engines, the ladder truck, a rescue vehicle, two support vehicles, and at least 22 firefighters at the scene. Firefighters had to dismantle some machinery in order to fully extinguish the flames which burned the cover off a pit area and also burned a hole in the floor, melting some electrical wiring. The paper mill was permanently closed by its owners, Catalyst, in June 2010, as company president and CEO Kevin Clarke blamed

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The teachers’ employer has filed an application to have teachers’ withdrawal from extracurricular activities declared illegal. The application was filed by the BC Public School Employers’ on Wednesday while BC Teachers Federation (BCTF) head Susan Lambert was in Campbell River for the local teachers’ annual general meeting “BCPSEA (BC Public School Employers’ Association) is taking us to the LRB (Labour Relations Board) for a decision that the BCTF has engaged in an illegal strike because of our withdrawal of extracurricular activities,” Lambert said at the downtown Campbell River and District Teachers’ Association office while fielding calls as the news was breaking. Teachers across the province voted in April to withdraw participation with out-of-school sports teams, clubs, and other events such as graduation ceremonies, in protest of Bill 22, legislation passed by the government in March. Lambert said because the strike action is based on voluntary activities, the employer has no grounds to appeal. “I don’t think the

LRB has any jurisdic- from September to tion (to rule on) mat- March. Teachers did ters that are volun- send home informal tary,” she said. “BCP- student status reports SEA chooses at every last month. opportunity to provoke “Report cards have confrontation.” gone out, that seems to The employer, for its be a dead issue,” Lampart, contends teach- bert said. ers’ service Teachers w i t h d r aw a l h av e b e e n includes embroiled in a duties that bitter dispute are required between its of all teachers employer and and by not perthe provincial forming those g ove r n m e n t duties they are since last year engaging in an over contract illegal strike Susan Lambert, negotiations. that violates BCTF president. Teachers want the Labour a 15 per cent Relations Code. pay increase in line “Teachers are not with inflation over withdrawing from the next three years either required or while the government optional duties based is standing firm on its upon individual choice two-year net zero manbut are, instead, acting date. in concert in a manTeachers went on ner that constitutes a a three-day strike in strike,” the BC Pub- March to protest what lic School Employers’ they say is an underAssociation said in a funded public educastatement addressing tion system. its application. “The That job action came concerted withdrawal to a halt a week later of all of these teacher after Bill 22 was introduties has negatively duced, which imposes curtailed the services a six-month cooling off available to students period and a governand parents, both in ment appointed mediarelation to ongoing tor in Dr. Charles Jago, educational support who the teachers union and the continuation allege is biased. of extracur ricular Lambert said the activities.” teachers union filed a Lambert said the petition with the court employers’ complaint Tuesday to have Jago’s is 60 pages long and appointment quashed. also includes a piece Jago has until June 30 on report cards, which to negotiate a new conteachers refused to tract. write during phase Bill 22 also fails to one of their job action re - i n s t at e t e a ch e r

bargaining on class size and composition, which was stripped away from teachers ten years ago – an action deemed unconstitutional by the BC Supreme Court last year. Lambert said she has lost her faith in the government and does not see an agreeable end to the impasse in sight. “I’m losing confidence in the rule of law. It seems you can violate a group’s constitutional rights; it’s very disconcerting,” Lambert said. “The only light at the end of the tunnel for teachers is in the classroom, with their kids. That light gives us a purpose. With the government, I don’t see any light at the end of the tunnel.” What’s next for the teachers’ union is still up in the air. The current action plan expires June 30. Lambert said a decision on next school year may be made at a meeting in July and in August, during the union’s annual summer meeting. Lambert said she expects the government will impose terms and conditions on teachers by the September. That contract would be good until June 30, 2013 when teachers are expected to have class size negotiation rights re-instated in its collective bargaining process.

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City parks, flowers hit by budget cuts KRISTEN DOUGLAS CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

Manual lawn mowing and grass trimming will be reduced in all tot lots and neighbourhood parks this year to reflect council cuts to those services in the 2012 budget. City council elected to reduce grass trimming and manual mowing by 50 per cent and to cut back on horticulture by 25 per cent. As a consequence, grass trimming, which includes removing grass from fence lines, playground perimeters, flower and shrub perimeters, signage and park benches,

will be reduced from weekly to once every two weeks along the Dogwood extension from McPhedran Road to Jubilee Parkway. Penfield West, Bowen and Cambridge neighbourhood parks, as well as all tot lots and Cedric Jones Park will also only be trimmed every two weeks. Grass trimming will only be maintained weekly in Spirit Square, Ostler Park, Centennial Park and at city hall – high visibility areas. Manual mowing services, which are used in areas too small to use a ride-on mower, will be reduced to once

a month for boulevards along Maryland subdivision, Harrogate, Hilchey and Westgate parks. There will be no grass trimming and brushing along the Seawalk, Eden Street Circle by Georgia Park school, and the sani-dump. The city will not clean-up any tennis courts, the lacrosse box at Robron Park, asphalt trails, Heritage Meadow Park, Museum at 4th Avenue or Raven Park. The cuts are a direct result of the decisions council made in March during budget planning sessions. But not all councillors were in agree-

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There will be no planting at the Centennial Building, which houses the Visitors Centre and Art Gallery, at the Welcome to Campbell River sign on Jubilee Parkway, at Ken Forde Park and at the RCMP station. Also expect to see no planting or service to neighbourhood parks, tot lots, all 15 city boulevards, Willow Point flower baskets, Campbellton islands and in some parks such as Adams, Frank James, Nunns Creek, Dick Murphy, and the sports-

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BC Ferries review to add cash but cut service KRISTEN DOUGLAS CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

Changes to the Coastal Ferry Act do nothing to help ease the financial burden on communities that rely on BC Ferry service says North Island MLA Claire Trevena. The B.C. government introduced amendments to the act Wednes-

day, based on BC Ferry Commissioner Gordon Macatee’s review of the ferry system. Trevena says the ferries are a necessity for people living in coastal communities, such as Quadra and Cortes islands, and should be treated as a highway system. She says she’s disappointed the Liberal gov-

ing new technologies, such as LNG-fuelled and cable ferries, and allowing for alternative methods to connect coastal communities, such as passenger-only ferries,” according to the government’s press release. But Trevena says that leaves “the door wide open” to interpretation. “It’s possible we will see a reduction of ferries operating out of communities that are trying to grow,” she says. “You’ve got very active communities here, places where people are living and working, they’re not idling in a resort. These are working communities.” BC Ferries CEO Mike Corrigan confir med there are plans to cut at least 100 sailings on the major routes. Those cuts will likely be to low-ridership, late evening sailings. Corrigan says BC Ferries may also look at making ferry reservations free so it can better plan for passenger and vehicle loads.

ernment’s Bill 47 does not address increasing ferry fares. “My real concern is it does nothing to address the extortion of fares facing people in coastal communities,” she says. “In fact there’s a section that allows the commissioner, or ferry operator, to make an application to increase fares if there are new

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Small-town doctor loses sex assault appeal PAUL RUDAN CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

Dr. Farrokh Rohani always maintained his innocence, but he won’t be getting a new trial. On Tuesday, the B.C. Court of Appeal upheld his conviction for sexually assaulting a 16-year-old male patient. “Unlike many other sexual assault trials, this was not a case in which the judge had only the trial testimony of the complainant and the accused on which to base her decision,” wrote Chief Lance Justice Finch in his decision supported

by two other judges. Rohani was the only medical doctor serving the small North Island community of Port Alice when he was arrested in August 2008, after the teenager accused him of sexual assault. Two years later, during a judge-alone trial in Campbell River, B.C. Supreme Court Justice Marion Allan found him guilty of sexual assault. He was later sentenced to one year in jail and placed on the national sex offender’s registry for 20 years. “Mr. Rohani was, in many ways, the ideal doctor for that com-

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The City of Campbell River is requesƟng proposals from qualiĮed food and beverage service providers for the management and operaƟon of the Campbell River Airport Food Concession. The Request For Proposals can be found on the City’s website under Services / Bid OpportuniƟes / CompeƟƟon OpportuniƟes or, upon request, for pick-up at City Hall. All submissions must be received prior to 3:00 p.m. local Ɵme Tuesday May 22nd, 2012.

2012 PARKS SERVICE LEVEL ADJUSTMENTS While the City’s service levels for Parks horƟculture and grass trimming/manual mowing services have been reduced in the City’s 2012 budget, Parks resources will conƟnue to be focused on the downtown core and sportsĮelds, says the City’s general manager of parks, recreaƟon and culture.

“The majority of services in high proĮle and heavy use areas are unchanged by the 2012 budget and will remain at 2011 levels, including sportsĮeld maintenance, garbage collecƟon in parks, infrastructure maintenance, outdoor washrooms, public service requests, irrigaƟon, cemeteries and city decoraƟons,” says Ross Milnthorp.

CITY CURRENTS Council reviewed Parks services currently provided, opƟons about possible service

reducƟons or eliminaƟon, as well as requests for new and enhanced services, and the following informaƟon outlines anƟcipated changes in 2012 Parks service levels. Grass trimming* and manual mowing** resources will be focused on high visibility sites, primarily in the downtown core. Grass trimming will conƟnue weekly in Spirit Square, Ostler Park and City Hall and Centennial Park. Grass trimming will be reduced from weekly to every two weeks along the Dogwood extension from McPhedran to Jubilee and in PenĮeld West, Bowen and Cambridge parks, as well as tot lots and Cedric Jones Park. Manual mowing services will be reduced to monthly mowing for boulevards along Maryland subdivision, Harrogate, Hilchey and Westgate Parks. • No grass trimming and brushing in the following areas: Seawalk, Eden Street Circle and Sani-Dump in 2012 • No cleanup of tennis courts, lacrosse box and asphalt trails, Heritage Meadow Park, Museum at 4th Avenue and Raven Park in 2012 HorƟculture resources will be focused on high visibility sites, primarily in the downtown core. A reducƟon in the number of planƟngs will enable the proper maintenance at the priority sites. • 50 per cent overall reducƟon in Ňower bed planƟng at City Hall, Ostler Park, Tidemark/Library, Pier and Ostler Park oval bed • 25 per cent maintenance reducƟon (including trees) • Weeding and maintenance reduced from “as needed” to twice a year at Willow Point streetscape area, downtown street-side shrub beds and some boulevards • Weeding and maintenance reduced from twice a year to once a year at 11 park sites, including Bowen, PenĮeld West, Sequoia, Simms Creek, Ken Forde, Jaycee, Larwood, Ellis, Cedar Street and McCallum Parks and Jubilee Parkway Entrance Sign • No planƟng or service to all neighborhood parks, tot lots, boulevards (15 sites in total) and some parks including Adams, Frank James, Nunns Creek and Dick Murphy Parks, Sportsplex, Willow Point Ňower baskets, Heritage Meadow and Campbellton Islands • No planƟng at Centennial Building, Seagull Walkway, Jubilee Entrance Sign, Ken Forde Park and the RCMP StaƟon The City has posted a Fact Sheet on its website (www.campbellriver.ca) under What’s New outlining service changes.

*Grass trimming includes removing grass from fence lines, playground perimeters, Ňower and shrub bed perimeters, signage, furniture and park ameniƟes such as benches at Spirit Square. **Manual mowing occurs in areas that are too small to use a ride-on mower or gang mower. For more informaƟon, contact: Ross Milnthorp, General Manager Parks, RecreaƟon and Culture, 250-286-5797.

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Managing expectations The Conservative government last Wednesday marked one year since it won a majority of seats in the House of Commons. Prime Minister Stephen Harper pledged to MPs to continue We say: Keep working on the issues the party the rhetoric to a campaigned on — reducing and eventually eliminating the deficit, minimum, focus making Canada competitive in the on the job at hand world economy, getting tougher on crime and managing the federal government more efficiently. The Conservatives have now been in power for close to six and one-

half years. The first five and one-half were as a minority government, and that taught Harper and his MPs some valuable lessons. One of the most important is to keep the rhetoric to a minimum and concentrate on getting the job done. It is always better to outperform what is expected, rather than trumpet loudly about what you hope to do, and then not achieve it. Harper recently put a toe across the line by claiming that a former NDP leader had opposed the Second World War. While he was correct that CCF leader J.S. Woodsworth opposed the war in 1939 (and immediately lost his post as leader), the NDP itself

was not formed out of the CCF until 1961 – 22 years later. Politicians are far better to keep expectations low and make comments that are non-provocative, and deliver more than the public expects. One way to do so is to avoid rhetoric and concentrate on the job at hand. For the most part, the Conservatives have done that. The deficit is steadily getting lower, there is some effort to reduce the size of government, taxes are not being raised and Canada continues to be in a stronger economic position than most countries. A steady and careful approach to government is the best way to continue to achieve results. – Black Press

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Bullying is not cool This letter is to the teenage population of Campbell River and the parents of those individuals who think bullying is cool or the way to deal with people. Our family moved here from the Lower Mainland last year to find peace and tranquility on Vancouver Island. Over there were shootings, stabbings, drugs, gang violence, just to name a few. We needed to get away from that mostly so our kids did not have to deal with it on a daily basis and to assure my husband and myself that our kids were going to make it home every day. We found the beauty of Campbell River outstanding, the air cool and clean and people even smiling and saying hello in the street. But here in this little community we are finding there is a dark side. That dark side being bullying. Even before our kids started school there was rumours going around in the teenage community that there was new kids in town. Then it started. First it was shunning, then it graduated to name calling (in the hallway and school ground) , then came the cyber bullying and now phone calls saying “hey ___ f**k off and Continued on A9 We welcome your opinions on stories and issues published in our pages as well as issues of broader concern encountered elsewhere. Please keep your letters brief. We reserve the right to edit for length and liability. E-mail them to editor@ campbellrivermirror.com

There’s no excuse for going home and kicking the dog

Paul Rudan No, really

I went home and kicked the dog last night. It’s not something I wanted to do, just something I felt I had to do. The poor mutt looked stunned after he caught his breath and gave me that look as if to say: “All I did was wag my tail furiously when you came home, hung out my tongue and waited to be embraced. And then you go and kick me! I didn’t even dump on the floor!” I gave the dog a knowing smirk and rationally explained to him the logic of my boot: “Well, I’m not getting that fat raise I deserved. They’re also not cutting back on the amount of work I need to produce. If they won’t accede to my demands, well, my only choice is to kick you and then they’ll get the

message.” The dog still looked stunned. It’s the kind of look students around B.C. have when they’re told they’re not going on that year-end trip, their graduation ceremonies may or may not occur, the debate club has been told to shut up, and there might not be any sports teams to play on when they return in the fall. If you haven’t guessed, the kids are being treated like the dog and the mean-spirited booter is the B.C. Teachers’ Federation. Despite the wounded look of the students, the federation tried its best to rationally explain the need to kick them where it hurts: “Teachers believe we have no other way to demonstrate the devastat-

ing effects of Bill 22. Teachers very reluctantly voted to stop participating in these activities that we and our students value so much, because we have been backed into a corner.” To be fair, the release on the federation’s website, also noted, “Involvement in extra-curricular activities brings joy to teachers and students and builds school communities.” I agree whole-heartedly with the latter, and disagree vehemently with the former. To put it another way, there’s no excuse, or any good reason, for kicking the dog you love. I also have the feeling this is a case where the tail wags the dog. The federation will point out that teachers voted in favour of the action, but I wonder how many voted that

way because they’re kowtowed by a zealous union? I do know, first-hand, of some veteran teachers, nearing retirement, who don’t give a hoot about the federation’s position, and will continue participating in extracurriculars. But I wonder how many young teachers are willing to do the same and risk being “bitten” by the people who are supposed represent them? We’ll never know, but what I do know is that students are being treated like pawns in a political chess game being played out by two opponents who can’t stand each other. Students deserve better than to be treated like pawns and they certainly didn’t do anything to be kicked like this.

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Golden Wheel competition coming The second annual Golden Wheel competition is back. Campbell River classrooms all over will be participating in this competition by biking, walking, rollerblading, carpooling or taking

transit to school during Bike To Work Week May 28 to June 3. It’s easy to participate in the Golden Wheel Challenge. Teachers just have to do e-mail Meghan Lawley at meghan. lawley@campbellriver. ca to let her know you want to participate in. During Bike To Work

Week, track the number of kids in your class who bike, walk, rollerblade or use alternative forms of transportation to get to school. Then, submit class results at the end of Bike To Work Week to be entered to win prizes. The elementary school with the greatest green house gas savings will win

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Bullying: Wrong, disgusting, ignorant Continued from A1 die.” Oh really! This wasn’t the first phone call. This is a constant daily battle since moving to this sleepy little town. I have to ask do you kids always treat others this way? Do you treat your siblings or do you talk to your parents like this? Is this the way you treat the tourists that come into your town to spend their money? Have you been that ignorant all your life? What I don’t understand is what do you get out of it? Does it

make you feel powerful or cool in some way shape or form? All we want to do is live our lives in peace and blend in with our community. We work here, we volunteer, we get involved. Is that it? You don’t work or volunteer and it makes you look bad because we do? Come on people, really? The teachers and counsellors at the school have done what they can but they do not see what goes on after. They have gone out of their way to make sure it doesn’t

happen again. But once outside school then there isn’t much they can do. It helped for a while but once the socalled bullies found out who went to talk to the teachers, bang, started all over again but two fold. My kids are not violent, they don’t look for fights, they don’t bully, if anything they protect those who do get bullied. Why don’t they? Because as a parent and a victim of bullying myself I will not allow it. It’s wrong, disgusting, ignorant, judgmental, sick, uncalled

for, just to name a few things. Perhaps the parents do not recognize the fact their kids are involved in this twisted game or perhaps some choose to ignore it. I don’t know but if they have any inkling at all then talk to your kids, make them understand that this is wrong and has got to stop. I have a pretty good idea who these kids are but my child will not divulge that information because of the repercussions. I have the phone number of the one who is harass-

ing and telling where to go and how and I will, rest assured, be talking to his parents but where does it end? Come on people, this is not the dark ages and Neanderthals died out years ago. Give people a chance to become part of the community. Just because someone wasn’t born and raised in Campbell River does not make them a bad person. If anything, ignorance makes you the bad one. Aileen Watkins Campbell River

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If you have a pat on the back or a kick in the pants for somebody, submit it to heroesandzeros@campbellrivermirror.com. Please try to keep them short. You must include a name for publication. PLEASE NOTE: No anonymous submissions or submissions with pseudonyms will be published. A contact phone (not for publication) is also required. Any questions, call Alistair Taylor, editor, at 250-287-9227. HEROES – On Saturday, April 14 we invited Campbell Riverites to join us in smashing a car and raising money for Riley, the little boy who was burned in a campfire. There was a great turn out we were able to raise $740 to help with the expense of Riley’s medical treatment. We would like to acknowledge the following for their participation: Starbucks (Mariner Square) for donating the ice to keep the pop and hotdogs cold; Lauren at White Spot for donating coupons for kids to get a free pirate pack; Ashley from Dukes for donating some Random Act of Kindness Cards; and our volunteers: Allie Hahn, Jamie Hahn & Sharon Vincent, thank you for working the table & hotdog stand. – Campbell River Honda

HEROES – A truck load of good books to Dave, Lynne and Gulf Pacific Property Management of Tyee Plaza for all their assistance and support. Also to all the public of Campbell River who donated and bought books at our sale. We’ve reached our first goal and can purchase the special scale for the Cancer Unit at the Campbell River Hospital. Next book sale will be in October. Thank you everyone. – Ev, Valeria and the members of Chas Maria #76, Order of the Eastern Star. HEROES – The Grade 7 Leadership Class of Ecole Robb Road would like to thank the following businesses for their sponsorship and support of the Grade 7 Talent Show, which was a fundraiser for their year end trip to Strathcona Park. These businesses

include: Tim Horton’s, White Spot, Play N Trade, Walmart, Scrapbook Central and Tara School of Irish Dance. Your generosity is gratefully acknowledged. – Mary Jane Douglas on behalf of the Grade 7 Leadership Class, Ecole Robb Road ZERO – Claire Moglove for her claim that culture is mandatory in Campbell River. With the recently announced “user fees” for BC Hydro, ICBC, BC Ferries MSP and now the 13.6 per cent property tax increase British Columbians are being killed with death by compounding increases. When council was first approached recently they were told staff needed a number to work with if they were to do their budget. I believe the suggested number was 3.9 per

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cent (give or take). For City Hall to then come in with a number over three hundred percent higher is a joke without a punchline. For those being hit on all sides with increase after increase there is no time or money for “culture” and Ms. Moglove’s statement should either be followed up with an apology or an “Ahyuk!!!”. For there to be a starting percent of about 3.9% that ends up at 13.6% with four councilors agreeing with that means they are compliant with the old, and I quote here, wild ass guess mentality among our city managers. Would

it be acceptable to Ms. Moglove if the estimate to mow her lawn was $25 but the eventual bill came in at $100? The reason for the difference? $25 for mowing and a $75 cultural surcharge. The more Claire Moglove “explains” her position the more she shows her reasoning is flawed. Her opinion of what is mandatory sounds more like what is accessories. Parks, recreation and culture don’t come under the heading of mandatory. Schooling, policing and health care are mandatory and if you have an artsy fartsy penchant then pay for it yourself. Definitions are free online Claire: man·da·to·ry (mnd-tôr, -tr) adj. 1. Required or commanded by authority; obligatory. – Kathy Warth

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Dangerous driving conviction overturned PAUL RUDAN CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

The B.C. Court of Appeal has overturned a man’s conviction for dangerous driving causing bodily harm. Jonathan Martin, 31, was convicted of the charge in December 2010 in Campbell River provincial court. On June, 2, 2009, around 8:40 a.m., Martin was driving a high-powered Ford Mustang when he briefly lost control of the car while driving out of Discovery Harbour Mall. Witnesses described the vehicle fish-tailing before it jumped the curb and hit a woman pushing her child in a baby stroller. The mother suffered a broken leg and thumb, and partially severed ear. Martin called it the worst day of his life and, during sentencing, Crown prosecutor John Boccabella said it was somewhat miraculous the child wasn’t injured. The entire accident last just a few seconds Continued on A12

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Campbell River teachers, along with their colleagues from across the province voted on an action plan to oppose the odious legislation enacted by the Liberal government. The vote was decisive, 73% of teachers voted yes in the province-wide vote, and the Action Plan received substantially more support locally in Campbell River. Bill 22 poses a serious and wide-reaching threat to the future of quality public education in our province. This legislation will make the deteriorating teaching and learning conditions in public schools even worse because: • It wipes out virtually all current class-size and composition limits, i.e. class sizes in Grades 4-12 could get much bigger and the number of special needs students in all classes has no limits. • It eliminates the need for consultation with teachers about class size and composition. • It insults teachers’ professionalism by offering us money for each student over the soft “cap” of 30 per class. How does this improve the learning environment? • It deprives teachers of their Constitutional right to free collective bargaining. • It imposes the employers’ concession demands regarding seniority, post and fill, layoff and recall, evaluation and dismissal through an unfair “mediation” process. • The “mediator” chosen by the government was involved in the development of the legislation and the outcome of this so-called mediation is pre-determined. • It ignores the ruling of the BC Supreme Court, which found that the contract-stripping legislation of 2002 was illegal and unconstitutional. The most difficult aspect of the Action Plan adopted by teachers involves the withdrawal of voluntary and extra-curricular activities. It is with heavy hearts that teachers have made this choice and it has not been easy. Many teachers entered the profession because of their deep love of sport, theatre, music and more. Teachers did not take this decision lightly, as tremendous joy and satisfaction comes from this engagement with students in these valuable activities outside of class time. That’s why so many hours are spent volunteering for them! Please note that we are not preventing these activities, they can still go ahead with administrator and/or parent volunteers. Teachers know that many students and parents , and they themselves, are disappointed by the withdrawal of their participation in these voluntary activities at this time. However, teachers are seeing a much bigger picture. Students and teachers are being hurt by this destructive legislation, the latest of over 20 bills introduced by this government that have severely impacted the public school system. In 1991-92, the B.C. government spent 26.36% of the provincial budget on education. In 2011-12, it is estimated to have spent 15.14 %. This is a drastic reduction, over $300 million per year every year for the last ten years We have seen the results of over a decade of declining support to Public Education in this province, while the support to private schools has increased. Since 2006, funding to private schools has increased by 29% while funding to public schools has only increased by 9.1%, which does not even keep up to inflation. As one long-time Campbell River teacher put it, “I feel like the whole system is crumbling around me”. Teachers have made this difficult choice to show their deep opposition to Bill 22. This legislation will have a further negative impact on student learning conditions. In light of the government’s choice to legislate rather than negotiate, and to impose unprecedented financial penalties on teachers and our union if we take any other kind of job action, teachers feel they have little choice but to engage in this Action plan and exercise their right to focus on the basics of teaching. Withdrawal of participation in voluntary/extra-curricular activities is the only legal hammer we have left to fight for everything that is most important to students and teachers. If we do not advocate and stand up for our students and ourselves, no one else will. What kind of example would we set for students if we did not stand up for them, and for ourselves? In the future, we will all suffer the consequences of a two-tiered education system in which public schools that welcome all students continue to be chronically underfunded, while those who can afford it will send their children to private schools which advertise their small class sizes, and most of which carefully screen students who wish to attend. Teachers do not want this kind of education system!! We hope that parents and the general public will also be able to see the bigger picture, and that you will support us in this important position we have been forced to take! Please take the time to write to the Minister of Education to express your support for the students and teachers of this province. There is nothing more important than a strong public education system to build the future of British Columbia.

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Driving: Man acquitted Continued from A11 and Judge Brian Saunderson determined that the car was “too much” for Martin who had previous difficulties with the manual shift. The judge also noted that while Martin had no intention to drive dangerously, “He had neither the competence nor the experience to properly and safely drive that powerful vehicle.” During sentencing, Judge Saunderson said there was little use in

sending Martin to jail and instead handed him a suspended sentence with one year of probation and a one-year driving prohibition. However, at the time of sentencing, Martin’s lawyer, Tom Bishop, had already filed an appeal. In a decision handed down Friday, the court of appeal determined the incident was not a marked departure from Martin’s normal driving habits. As a result, Martin’s conviction was set aside and he was acquitted.

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Workers at Finning are eager to get started on the Scrap Metal Challenge, which benefits the Campbell River Hospital Foundation. From left, Trevor Friesen of Finning, Stacey Marsh and Leslie Coates of the Hospital Foundation, Katie Barton from ABC Recycling, Bryan Clark and James Zamluk from Finning and Rick Coombs from ABC Recycling. $30,000 in its second. Participants signed up for the challenge so far are Finning Canada, AJ Forsythe, Nyrstar Mining, NVI Mining, and the City of Campbell River. There’s still

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When you turn on your tap asks you to “Get to know and clean, safe water comes your H2O.” Think about the impact of your everyday acout, do you ever wonder how tions and how a few simple it got there or what happens changes really can make a when it goes down the drain? difference. Or why you should care? Have you thought about “It is often said that the how much water you can ability to provide clean save by drinking walimiting ter and treat your shower sewage is the time to five greatest conminutes, or tribution to by turning off public health the tap while our world has brushing seen,” says Daisy Foster, your teeth? CEO of BC How about Water & by reducing Waste Assolawn waterciation. “Yet, drinkingwaterweek.org ing or raising in our part of the level of the world, we your lawn take for granted that we can mower blade to cut down on simply turn on the tap and evaporation? clean water gushes out. We Did you know that what we forget that we use that same put down our sink or toilet treated water to hose down can have a serious impact our driveways and water our on fish and the aquatic lawns. We flush our toilets environment? Detergents, and away it goes along with medications, and many other whatever we put down there.” household products end She adds, “We make the up at wastewater treatment effort to turn out lights to plants where special processconserve energy, yet we es are required to minimize don’t make the connection the impact on the receiving between energy and water waters. Fats, oils and grease use. Many of us are unaware that we put down our drains of the energy that is used to can often cause blockages in treat and distribute water.” sewer lines resulting in costly During Drinking Water repairs. During Drinking Week, May 13 – 19, 2012, BC Water Week, take the time to Water & Waste Association find out about safer disposal

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You should see Baikie Island now The birds are singing, the bugs are buzzing and the shrubs are blooming at Baikie Island nature reserve this spring. “There’s no better time to stroll through Baikie Island and nearby Raven Park to explore the Campbell River estuary environment,” says Ross Milnthorp, the City’s general manager of parks, recreation and culture. “This Baikie Island restoration has transformed a former industrial hub into an exquisite and tranquil natural space. The change in the estuary is breathtaking, and people will be able to enjoy this for years to come.” Four new interpretive signs provide spectacular images and interesting information about the transformation of this area. A nature reserve is an area of land that is pro-

tected and managed to preserve a particular type of habitat and the plants and animals that live there. Often rare or endangered species are found on nature reserves. The Baikie Island Nature Reserve protects a significant portion of the Campbell River Estuary, an extremely important and productive area for salmon, waterfowl, migratory and shore birds, mammals and native plants. Extensive restoration measures have transformed this once-industrialized area back to a natural setting in the estuary. Over the past year, the City of Campbell River implemented the final phase of the Baikie Island Restoration project to reestablish the riparian forest zone in the central area of the island. Invasive plant species, industrial debris and degraded soils were

removed, topsoil was spread and contoured, large woody debris was placed in piles or erected as snags for habitat, two wetted areas were created, a short loop trail was constructed, and more than 5,000 native plants and trees were installed. Greenways Land Trust provided a planting crew. This phase of the project is expected to be completed over the

next few years, at a cost of up to $400,000 once all invasive plants are removed, native plants established and park signs and furniture are in place. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) purchased Baikie Island in 2000 thanks to generous donors and widereaching community support. In 2001, the NCC transferred ownership of the property to the city.

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Never too soon to begin reading to baby, Literacy Now says Campbell River Literacy Now wants all new parents to know that reading begins at birth. In order to share this information Literacy Now has partnered with several community groups to prepare

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Vancouver Island experienced dozens of earthquakes in 2011 but none larger than 4.0 on the Richter scale. But that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t free us from the inevitability of a large earthquake.

ancouver Island is a seismically active region and is located in the northeast quadrant of the Ring of Fire. In the past couple of years, it is the only quadrant that hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had a major earthquake. We all watched scenes of devastation in the other three quadrants in Japan, New Zealand and Chile. The largest earthquake to hit Vancouver Island was on June 23, 1946. The 7.3 earthquakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s epicentre was just west of

Courtenay and Campbell River. On Dec. 16, 1918, a 6.9 quake was felt all over the Island and into the interior of B.C. resulting in damage on the west coast. Then there was 2011. Vancouver Island did experience dozens of earthquakes in 2011, according to Natural Resources Canada, although none registered more than 4.0 on the Richter scale until Sept. 9, 2011 when a 6.4 quake struck off the west coast of Vancouver Island. Consider the types

of disruptions that occur in a catastrophe. The power may be out, water lines or gas lines may break, stores may be inaccessible or out of supplies, and roadways may not be available. Planning now will reduce the impact of these disruptions on you and your household. This planning includes developing a family emergency plan, and packing emergency â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;grab and goâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bags for your home, car and pets. It is a good idea to start preparing now.

Start with a to-do list that identifies the things you would need to do in the case of an emergency. Develop a plan that will help you reunite with your family if you are separated from them during a catastrophe. Include a designated out of town contact person and a place where you could meet in case transportation routes were damaged and you couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get home. If you have children in school, talk with their school to learn about their prepared-

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Practice emergency response Drop, cover and hold on in an earthquake

ou may only have seconds to protect yourself in an earthquake, before strong shaking knocks you down – or drops something on you. Practicing helps you to be ready to respond. If you are inside a building, move no more than a few steps, then Drop, Cover and

Hold On. Drop to the ground before the earthquake drops you, cover by getting under a desk or table, and hold on until the shaking stops. And stay indoors until the shaking stops and you are sure it is safe to exit. If you are outdoors when the shaking starts, you should find a clear spot away from buildings, trees, streetlights, and power lines, then Drop, Cover and Hold On. Stay there until the shaking stops. If you are driving, pull over to a clear

location, stop and stay there with your seatbelt fastened until the shaking stops. Once the shaking stops proceed with caution and avoid bridges or ramps that might have been damaged. It is extremely important for a person to move as little as possible to reach an identified place of safety. Most injuries occur when people try to move more than a short distance during the shaking. Look around you now, before an earthquake. Identify safe

Volunteers: Help out in an emergency Continued from A21 schools, clubs, organizations and the general public If you would like to become a Campbell

River Emergency Support Services (CRESST) volunteer, email your name, phone number and email address to essvolunteer@gmail.

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com and you will be contacted. Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month and focus on education and training.

places such as under a sturdy piece of furniture or against an interior wall in your home, office or school so that when the shaking starts you can respond quickly. An immediate response to move to the safe place can save lives. Your safe place should be within a few

steps to avoid injury from flying debris. If you would like to become a Campbell River Emergency Support Services (CRESST) volunteer, email your name, phone number and email address to essvolunteer@gmail.com and you will be contacted.

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CARRIER OF THE WEEK JORDANNE CISECKI Jordanne is in grade 7 at Phoenix Middle School. She enjoys dancing and takes Irish ool Dance lessons. In school Jordanne plays thee trumpet in band and she is also involved in volleyball. During her spare time she likes watching comedy shows on T.V. Jordanne uses her Mirror earnings s, to buy food & clothes, she also puts some away way in her savings.

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Jordanne has been delivering the Mirror newspaper since November 2010. She does an excellent job delivering her papers early in the morning for her customers to enjoy. Congratulations Jordanne on being selected our Carrier of the Week.

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HAVE YOUR BOSS ‘JAILED’ FOR A GOOD CAUSE!

We’ll have him or her picked up by a real RCMP officer, CRIMESTOPPERS in a real police car and taken before our not-so-real Judge, who will set their Bail amount. Once the ‘Detainees’ have collected the required Bail, we’ll give them some ‘bread and water’ and a ride back to work in a real Vintage Car! To have a ‘Warrant’ issued for your boss, round up a $30 bribe/donation to Crime Stoppers and call the Hotline number below. A guaranteed good time!

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Call Jim at the Special

Planning for Life Changes Time for a A 2X14 Mortgage Review? With interest rates at an all-time low now is the time to review PLANNING your current mortgage FOR LIFE to look for potential monthly savings opportunities Mike Parkinson like paying less interest and eliminating highinterest credit card debt or fixed loan payments. Perhaps your home is financed through a first and second mortgage? If so, reviewing your options to combine the two could result in having more money left over at the end of each month. There has never been a better time to investigate all your options and perhaps save yourself thousands of dollars per year! Imagine what you could do with the savings – anything from renovating or investing to going on a much-needed vacation or putting money towards your children’s education. Keeping your home financing as lean and trim as possible will provide a clean bill of mortgage health, which is just what the doctor ordered! This article is supplied by Mike Parkinson, Mortgage Professional, Dominion Lending Centres Producers West Financial. This article is for information purposes only. Please consult with a professional advisor before taking any action based on information in this article. Mike Parkinson can be reached at 250-923-9826.

“Planning for life changes” is a not-for-proﬁt group made of local professionals who will be providing free seminars that will cover various aspects of life including retirement planning, income taxes, Wills and Power of Attorney, real estate matters, and funeral planning. Next seminar is May 26, 10am to 11 am, Maritime Heritage Centre

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HOROSCOPES

The week of May 6 – 12, 2012

ARIES You experience a resounding success at work, allowing you to aspire to more interesting responsibilities which will transform your daily life. TAURUS Don’t be surprised if some friends invite you to go on a trip or plan a vacation with them. This will be a wonderful moment in your life that you will remember for a long time to come. GEMINI You could decide to make some profound changes in your lifestyle. You will be able to give up some bad habits and lead a much healthier life. CANCER You will conclude an agreement quite easily, whether in your professional or personal life. You are likely to win any type of legal case at the moment. LEO It wouldn’t be surprising if you have to put in a lot of overtime. This will be well-paid and could lead to possibilities of promotion. VIRGO Your feelings will deepen if you are with a new lover. Your partner will make eﬀorts to turn your relationship into a beautiful romance. LIBRA You want to spend

ANSWER TO y CROSSWORD

some time alone when at home. Perhaps you will be tempted by a thorough spring cleaning and even a new, more inspiring décor. SCORPIO You are the type of person who expresses out loud what others may only think. Even if you ruﬄe a few people’s feelings, you’ll still get a lot of support. SAGITTARIUS If you’re waiting for an answer concerning the ﬁnancing of a project, such as the purchase of a house, you will get an extremely favourable reply after a few adjustments. CAPRICORN This is a week when you will have a lot of things to do with little time to rest. Fortunately, you’re brimming with energy and know how to relax and let go. AQUARIUS You find yourself thinking about welcoming a new family member into your home. There will be lots of adjustments to make if it concerns a new baby or elderly parents who now have need of you. PISCES Expect to have a busy social life. In fact, it wouldn’t be surprising if you give a lot of your time, depending on the situation, to a friend in need of help. ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 131

7x14 CROSSWORD

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PUZZLE PAGE

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21. Send away 22. Brouhaha 23. Perfume holder 25. Campground shelter 26. Vegetable box 27. Resentment 28. “It Was a Very Good ____” 30. Sticky stuff 31. Part of a play 34. Electrical measure

35. Admiration 38. Sajak or Trebeck 39. Panache 41. Chorus syllable 42. Bit for Fido 43. Harpoon 44. I have it! 48. Long, long ____ 49. Requirement 50. Regal form of address 52. 2,000 pounds

1. Bicarbonate of ____ 2. Solemn notice 3. Exec’s auto 4. Be ambitious 5. Surgical dressing 6. Fairy-tale bad guy 7. Rig election districts 8. View 9. Hold fast 10. Apollo landing site 11. Parcel 12. Secure

13. Salt component 14. Boulder 24. ____ julep 29. “Gone With the Wind,” e.g. 30. Baggage 31. Young pig 32. Welsh herder 33. Bar legally 34. Wings 36. Audio system 37. Legitimate 39. Wool 40. Like many neighborhoods 45. Moral principle 46. Australian marsupial 47. Choler 49. Holiday tune 51. Hunch 54. Capture 56. Appendage 60. Short skirt 61. Navy 62. Jeans fastener 63. Overseas 65. Springlike 66. European gold coin, once 68. Maternally kin 69. Delicate 71. Cleanse 72. Merely 74. Tan 75. Hairless 76. In ____ of 77. Thus

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FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012 | CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR |

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FUNERAL HOMES

IN MEMORIAM

COMING EVENTS

PERSONALS

In memory of Peter Lorne Drake Jr. July 1, 1971-May 14, 2010

GARAGE SALE PLANT AND BAKE SALE Trinity Presbyterian Church 145 Simms Road Campbell River, B.C. 9 A.M. to Noon Saturday, May 12, 2012 Something for everyone!

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MARGARET ASHBRIDGE 1924 - 2010

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Mum was taken from us after a short illness in her 84th year. Proud mother to daughter Jean, son John (Carol). Grandmother to Joshua, Treason and Connor. She lived a full life being born in Whitby Ontario. Moving to and growing up in Scotland and then relocating to Canada in the early 1950’s. Her life was spent living and working in Port Alberni and then Campbell River till her death. Mum also loved to cook, upholster furniture, make wine, play bagpipes, music, Scottish dance, being a clown, and being around her family and friends. In her later years she loved to watch the cruise ships sail past her house in Campbell River as they went to Alaska. We will forever love you and miss you.

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Support when you need it most Please support our work in the community with a donation to the Campbell River Hospice Society Call: 250-286-1121 www.crhospice.org Ad sponsored by Kinsmen Club

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DEATHS

DEATHS IN MEMORIAM

Joseph Lawrence Nickel

In Loving Memory

It is with ultimate sadness we announce the sudden passing of Joseph Lawrence Nickel. He will be forever remembered and deeply missed by his wife Carmen, his loving children Stephanie, Dylan, Joey, Steven, Tyler, and Megan. His parents Jake and Carole and his siblings Jake (Laura), Cathy (Adam), Sarah-Ann (Jim), as well as many nieces and nephews. A Service to celebrate Joe’s life will be held on Saturday, May 12th at 1pm at the Oyster River Fire Hall (2241 Catherwood Rd., Black Creek) In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Joe’s name to a charity of your choice.

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Michael Troy Murray May 13, 1969 ~ August 13, 2001

Much Loved Nephew and Cousin “What the heart has once known, it shall never forget.” ~ Author unknown Today, as always, we love and miss you. The Rayner Family

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IN MEMORIAM

Required to support adults who have developmental disabilities and are living in community residential settings in Campbell River & Courtenay. Casual and FT hours available. Shifts include days, evenings, nights and weekends. Residential and Community Inclusion Support Workers are also required to support youth who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and/or Autism. Experience preferred. P/T and F/T hours available. Shifts are as above.

Grades 6 - 12 Two years...My Son... You are a treasure we will forever keep. Your loving smiling face will be etched in our hearts for a lifetime. Each & everyone of our family, relations, & friends miss you and love you. FOREVER LOVED Mom/Andy, Melissa, M.T, Dad/Family, Auntie Lyn/ Family, Uncle Archie/Family, Gramma Babs/Family & Haida Gwaii Families

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HELP WANTED An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilﬁeld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780723-5051.

LEGAL

HELP WANTED An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our fleet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators. You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated field work. Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051 BOOKKEEPER for local company. Min. 2 yrs exp. on all aspects of duties. Part-time will probably work into full-time. Wage negotiable DOE. Deliver resume c/o The Mirror, Box 166,104-250 Dogwood Street Forestry Engineering Assistant required for town work. Must be physically fit, computer literate, good math skills. Level 1 First Aid an asset. Wiling to train the right person. crengineer11@hotmail.com

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

In Loving Memory Of our mom

Viola Doreen Johnson Mom...10 years ago you left this world. We know you had to go. God picked you up and hugged you and welcomed you above; your work on Earth was done. We know that you’re in Heaven where there’s no tears or sadness, there’s just eternal love. Of course we miss you dearly, every morning, noon and night but we know you would not want us to be unhappy that you’re not in our sight so we go on and live each day as you taught us; to be kind to one another, be honest, be helpful, to work hard and most of all to be grateful for our family and make time for each other. Most of all, we give thanks every minute, every second of our lives for you and Dad being our role models. Since May 11, 2002, you have 9 more great-grand babies and another to arrive next month. Proud to be your children, Amy, Joan, Allister and Lily May Love you forever, all of our families.

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HELP WANTED

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Clinical Pharmacists Part-time & casual on-call pharmacists

At the Cumberland Health Centre Retail Pharmacy, we have temporary and casual opportunities available. You will provide clinical and residential pharmaceutical services in a retail setting. With a degree in pharmacy and licensed by the College of Pharmacists of BC, you are able to identify and solve drug therapy problems and apply clinical knowledge to make sound care decisions.

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The Lemare Group is accepting resumes for the following positions: â&#x20AC;˘Boom man â&#x20AC;˘Heavy Duty Mechanics â&#x20AC;˘CertiďŹ ed Contract Coast Fallers; Fallers with Bullbucking/Chargehand experience an asset â&#x20AC;˘Grapple Yarder Operator â&#x20AC;˘Hooktender â&#x20AC;˘Chaser â&#x20AC;˘Log Loader/Hoe Forward Operator â&#x20AC;˘Log Loader-Dryland Sort Operator Fulltime with union rates/beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.

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Npir`no <poj >`iom` Sunwest Auto Centre LICENSED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN We are looking for a motivated individual for our service team who is customer service oriented. Sunwest Auto Centre has been ranked #1 in Western Canada for the past 8 years for customer satisfaction. We offer: an excellent working environment and pay package. Volkswagen training and a positive family atmosphere. If you are a positive, motivated individual fitt into our Service Team, willing to learn and fi we want to hear from you! Apply in person with your resume and drivers abstract to the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Service Managerâ&#x20AC;? at Sunwest Auto Centre, Courtenay, BC or email to Michael at admin@sunwestautocentre.com

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Attention: Alistair Taylor, Editor The Campbell River Mirror #104-250 Dogwood Street, Campbell River, BC V9W 5C1 Fax: (250) 287-3238 Email: editor@campbellrivermirror.com

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

Responsibilities include general ofďŹ ce help, banking, reception and typing documents. Advancement possibilities based on the candidateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capabilities.

QualiďŹ cations This position is open to students and recent graduates (within the last year or two) who are ambitious and who have a strong worth ethic and a passion for journalism.

Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by May 14, 2012 to:

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

Experience preferred but will train the right person. Must be able to perform quality work. Computer skills are a must, experienced with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet.

Sunwest Auto Centre has been in the Comox Valley for over 25 Years and is dedicated to Excellence.

The student is expected to be web savvy, both in their use of social media as a reporting tool, and their ability to tell stories in a multi-platform environment, using video, podcasting and other tools.

NOW HIRING: Residential Care Aides and housekeepers for Courtenay/Comox area. Part time/Casual Hours. Fax your resume to 250-334-8571 or email resume to laura_raycraft@wecare.ca

Successful candidate must be; â&#x20AC;˘ Reliable and trustworthy; â&#x20AC;˘ Able to work efďŹ ciently in a fast paced environment; â&#x20AC;˘ Able to multi-task; and â&#x20AC;˘ A team player.

The job term runs for 10 weeks. The successful candidate will do general assignment reporting and photography. Night and weekend work is involved and a valid driver's licence and car is mandatory.

QualiďŹ cations include a ďŹ rm grasp of grammar, spelling and newspaper style. Previous reporting experience is an asset.

PORT HARDY - Looking for a Journeyman GM Technician. Send resumes to Attention Cory, klassengm@gmail.com or fax 250-949-7440.

HELP WANTED

OFFICE ASSISTANT REQUIRED

May 26 & 27

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

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FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012 | CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR | PERSONAL SERVICES HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD

SALMON POINT

Multimedia Journalist Oak Bay News The Oak Bay News, has an immediate opening for a full-time news journalist. Oak Bay is located minutes away from Victoria, B.C. Reporting to the editor, the successful candidate will provide news stories, photos and video for our award-winning, twice weekly newspaper and website. Qualiﬁcations include a ﬁrm grasp of grammar, spelling and newspaper style. Previous newspaper reporting experience is an asset. The candidate is expected to be web savvy, both in their use of social media as a reporting tool, and their ability to tell stories in a multi-platform environment, using video, podcasting and other tools. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is important, as is the ability to take and carry out instructions in a timely fashion. Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and social media (Facebook, Twitter) would be considered an asset.

Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by May 18, 2012 to: Laura Lavin Editor, Oak Bay News Black Press 818 Broughton Street Victoria, B.C. V8W 1E4 or e-mail: llavin@vicnews.com

RESTAURANT & PUB Has an immediate opening for the following:

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As a key member of the Finance and Administration team, the Paymaster is responsible for the preparation and distribution of the Company’s non-union payroll on a biweekly schedule, preparation of month-end and year-end reports and documentation related to the payroll function. Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: • 3 to 5 years experience • CPM certification is preferred; • Highly organized with very strong attention to detail; • Strong verbal communication skills and conflict resolution abilities; • Ceridian (web-based) payroll software experience preferred; Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. To be considered for this position, please forward your resume and cover letter by May 15, 2012 to: Marine Harvest Canada #124 – 1334 Island Highway Campbell River, BC V9W 8C9 Fax: (250)850-3275 Email: Laurie.Gage@marineharvest.com

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FINANCIAL SERVICES

FRIENDLY FRANK

DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM

KITCHEN AID convection over and toaster. Almost new. $50. Seal a Meal food sealer plus 1 box of bags. Almost new. $40.(250)923-6796.

Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!

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FITNESS/EXERCISE FREE-Curves Memberships! Curves is giving away 1 million 1-month memberships, worldwide! Your local Curves is participating, so call now! 250287-8379. www.CurvesCamp-

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LEGAL SERVICES

PERSONAL SERVICES

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

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MEDICAL HEALTH

250-205-0358

CAR ACCIDENT? WCB CLAIM?

You may be entitled to receive Chiropractic care without cost to you!

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Dr. Janis Guthy is ICBC and WCB approved. 250-287-3113. 103-250 Dogwood Street.

RECORD COLLECTION- 50 at a $1/each. 3 quality framed pictures, $15. (778)420-2017. WOODS 12 cu.ft. freezer, excellent condition, cream colour, $50. obo (250)923-1135.

FUEL/FIREWOOD “250-703-FIRE(3473)” Est. since 2004. Custom cut, split, delivered, clean wood. Well seasoned. Don’t wait till winter! SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ﬁrewood producer offers ﬁrewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD. SPLIT FIR Firewood, true cords/seasoned, $165/cord. Phone 250-650-4060.

FURNITURE CUSTOM SOFA & Loveseat, $800. (250)923-8133.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Instructor, Business Administration Posting #100355

ELECTRICAL ELECTRICIAN Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-204-2168. www.bzzzt.ca

GARDENING

Comox Valley Campus

Instructor, Criminology Posting #100356 Port Alberni & Comox Valley Campuses Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualiﬁcations and information on how to apply to these postings.

Adams Yard/Tree Service. Hedge trimming, log splitting, lawn/garden maint. Tree pruning & removal. 250-203-5324

TOTAL LAWN & GARDEN CARE Spring Cleanups, lawn mowing etc. Jeff (250)-205-0664 Gabrielle (250)205-0661

HANDYPERSONS

PAYMASTER Marine Harvest is the world’s leading producer of farmed salmon with our Canadian operations based in Campbell River on beautiful Vancouver Island. We are currently seeking a qualiﬁed professional to join our Finance team as Paymaster.

REAL ESTATE

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

We are seeking quality minded exp’d individuals for our year round operation. Fax resume to 250-923-7271 or email: salmonpt@shaw.ca

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Exp. Line Cook Exp. Servers

Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Not Just another Handyman! 23 yrs experience. Specializing in reroofs/repairs, bathrooms, drywall/repair, fencing/repair,framing/rot repair & dump runs. Seniors Discount. Serving C.R.-Courtenay - Sayward. RENO 250-203-3315

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

NOW HIRING Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. We currently have the following openings:

Field Engineer Assistant Engineer Maintenance Supervisor Heavy Duty Mechanics Detailed job postings can be viewed at http://www.westernforest.com/careers/current_openings.php WFP offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefit package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

IMPROVE YOUR SPACE Design Ideas Carpentry, Re-Facing Fireplaces & Ceramic Tile, Windows & Doors, Bathrooms General Renovations, 30 Years Experience. For FREE ESTIMATE call

STEVE 250-287-0083

PETS PETS FREE KITTENS to good homes, 3 white, 3 black, weaned and litter trained. Call (250)287-2821. POMERANIAN PUPPIES, 2 female, 1 male, vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed, $750 ea. May. 15th. (250)923-0231.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FRIENDLY FRANK FOOD PROCESSOR- “Hamilton Beach”, used 1x, $75. (250)923-8133.

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MISCELLANEOUS WANTED WE BUY OLD AND USED Sterling, Coins, Military, Tools, Musical Inst., China, Clocks, Furn., Jewelry, Art, Cameras, Records, Fishing CR, Courtenay, Comox Free House calls 204-1237

FOR SALE AT BEAUTIFUL SARATOGA BEACH 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 HOME FOR Sale 1/ 1/2 bath, 3 bdrm, unﬁnished bsmt. Close to arena & pool, within walking distance to all levels of school, on bus route. Needs some TLC. For more info or to view call 250-923-3930 or 250-923-7529

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!

Call: 1-250-616-9053 www.webuyhomesbc.com

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 1 BDRM. Ground ﬂoor. Single dwelling. Fully furnished. Shared laundry, N/S, N/P. Private patio. All utils. incl. except phone. $1000/mo. 250-9231707 or 250-203-0592

GARAGE SALES PLACE YOUR GARAGE SALE AD IN OUR GARAGE SALE SECTION ON FRIDAYS AND RECEIVE YOUR FREE GARAGE SALE PACKAGE INCLUDING 2 POSTERS, A HANDY GUIDE TO A SUCCESSFUL GARAGE SALE AND BALLOONS!

North • North past the Campbell

Garage Sales River bridge

Central • from the C.R. bridge to Rockland Rd.

South • Rockland Rd. to York Rd. Oyster River/Black Creek

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605 ROCKLAND Rd, #17- Entire Household Must Be Sold Today! Desks, Bookcases, Beveled Glasstop dining set, Maple Rocking Chair, Porcelain dolls, Porcelain lighted houses, Audio/video, Curtains, Fans, Lamps, Ofﬁce, Kitchen, Linen, Clothes....

NORTH-19th Ave neighborhood. 1800-1900 block. Sat. May 12. 9am-1pm. We ask the early birds to respect the time.Tent trailer, solid wood dining table & chairs, bar fridge, plumbing supplies/ABS ﬁttings, doubles kayak, marine supplies, Elvis memorabilla, antiques, electric scooter and more!!!!

CAMPBELL RIVER, 234 McPhedran Rd., Sat & Sun, May 12 & 13, 9am-4pm (both days). Garage Sale. If you can’t ﬁnd it here, we don’t have it. Early birds will be eviscerated! CENTRAL-735 B Robron Rd. Sat May 12. 9am-1pm. Videos, books, DVD’s costumes, occasional table, closet organizer, household items, bike and more. Central-971 Westmore Rd. Sat. May 12, 8am-noon. Antiques, furniture, craft supplies, tools, collectibles, household items, children’s toys etc. FORGET THE Garage Sale. Use Clutter Busters. We pay Cash $$$ 250-830-7118. Wanted: Coins, war items, jewelry, collectibles, instruments, hockey cards,boat motors, ﬁshing hunting, etc. Control your clutter so that it doesn’t control you. NORTH-3790 DISCOVERY, by Painter’s Lodge. Fri May 11, 5-8 & Sat May 12, 8-12.Huge Multifamily. Household, furn, jewelry, tons of collectible toys,other collectibles, china & linens.

OYSTER RIVER- 4891 Regent Rd, Sat/Sun, 9am-2pm. Household items & furniture SHELTER POINT: 3756 South Island Hwy, Sat., May 12th, 8-3pm. Fishing gear, boats, camping equip., lots of household items, furn, etc... SOUTH-2011 Galerno Rd. Sunday, May 13. 8:30am-1pm. Tools, furniture, books & misc. South-2700 Block Fairmile Sat. May 12, 9-1. Multi-family Yard Sale. No early birds. SOUTH-2828 HOMESTEAD. Sat. May 12. 8:30-2. Moving & downsizing. Everything from kitchen to shop. Single bed, coffee table, queen bed set. No sales before start time. South-380 Cottonwood Sat. May 12th 8am-12noon. Multifamily, kitchen items, plants, bikes. Proceeds to P.E.O WILLOW POINT, 2933 Paciﬁc View Terrace, Sat. May 12, 8am-2pm. Making room for the twins sale. Our BIGGEST sale ever. Too many items to mention. Something for everyone.

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| CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR | FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012 RENTALS

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

MARINE

APARTMENT/CONDO

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

SUITES, LOWER

MOTORCYCLES

BOATS

1-BDRM, one den, 2 bath. Unfurnished Ocean Front. 2nd ďŹ&#x201A;r., 87 S. Island Hwy. Avail Immediately. ONE month free rent. $1200.obo.604-892-5134 renechambers@shaw.ca

ST. ANDREWS Village. Large bright 1 & 2 Bedroom renovated apartments in quiet crime free building. Non smoking, near hospital. (250) 287-3556

HOSPITAL AREA 2 bdrm duplex, new appls, gas heat, W/D hookup, fully renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, N/S, N/P. Discount lease incentive. June. 1, $795. 250-287-2483.

WILLOW POINT. 2 bdrm, 1350sqft house on Hilchey near 19A. 1 min. walk to ocean. 3/4 acre w/ huge bk yrd. We are mature couple w friendly, golden retriever & pug, mostly in bk yrd. You are: female, single, n/s, quiet, personable, stable,like dogs, may like gardening, clean, not a neat freak. References. You have 1bdrm and share common areas. Avail Immed. $600 includes utils. kevingardner8888@gmail.com

COURTENAY, CENTRAL location near Safeway, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, 3 bdrm main ďŹ&#x201A;oor suite, 5 appliances, N/S, $1000/month, avail now 250-207-0415

1 BRIGHT bdrm apartment, close to downtown & Hospital, ground ďŹ&#x201A;oor, 1/2 block off Island Hwy. Ocean view off patio. Newly renovated, cable. internet incl. $650/month. Call Jorn 250-204-9120. Available Now. 2-Bdrm available immediately Orchard Park Apts. Secure building, oversize suites, large/ quiet private yard, indoor cat welcome, on-site laundry. Ref reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Ph. 250-914-0105 to view. 3-BDRM OCEANVIEW condo. 5 appls, in suite laundry. Rent negotiable. Avail. immed. Call (250)287-7515. BEAUTIFUL OCEAN view. 2 bdrm condo. Coin-op laundry. $700/mth. No pets. Available now. Call 250-205-0509 CAMPBELL RIVER- 2 bdrm Townhouse near Rotary Beach Park. No pets, no inside smoking. $700. Call (250)287-3990. CAMPBELL RIVER, catering to responsible people, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Clean, quiet, secure bldg. Centrally located. Cable, phone, internet incl. Manager onsite (Immed). 250-203-8334

Water and City views. Newly updated 2 bdrm penthouse & 3 bdrm with large balcony & beautiful views. Walk to shopping and all amenities. Heat, parking & storage incl with onsite laundry. Contact resident manager

250-287-7763 Turnkey Ocnfrt. 1 Bed. Avail. immed.N/S,N/P, $1,100/1,250 Mo. Call Carol 250-286-1187

Friendly onsite Managers 24 hr. One, two, and three bedroom Apts, 3 bdrm townhomes, 1 1/2 baths, set in a lovely quiet area next to the hospital & medical clinics. Schools two blocks away, close to all shopping & on the bus route. Ask about our bonus incentives and monthly draws. To view please call Christine at 250-286-3890 or 250-914-1049 fax 250-286-3803 Zero tolerance for any criminal activity & drugs FOR RENT - 4th ďŹ&#x201A;oor 2 bdrm, oceanfront 1600 sq ft condo in Willow Point area with 5 new appliances, N/S, No pets. Covered parking avail as well as guest suite, work room Adults only - $1200 mon 250923-8999

1-877-808-7368 www.advancedpm.ca

SHADES OF GREEN Large patio home located in Gated Community on Sequoia Springs Golf course features 2 bdrms + den, 6 appl, hot water on demand, & garage; N/S; N/P; immediate possession available; $1150/month; pet MAY be considered w/deposit. CORTES & QUADRA VIEW TERRACE Nicely renovated 2 bdrm condos are ideally located in secured entry buildings, near Hospital & other amenities; condos feature 4 appliances, laundry/storage room & patio areas; rents from $725/month; for immediate & June 1 possession; ask about our rent incentives!

PAD AVAILABLE in Black Creek, private, large lot, on bus route. $285. #4 8844 Tammy Rd. 1(604)531-1492.

CRIME-FREE MULTI-HOUSING CERTIFIED BUILDING

Under New Management

HOMES FOR RENT

of the (C.R.) Crime Free Multi-Housing Program

BA, 1 & 2 BR spacious suites. Heat, hot water and parking included. On bus route, close to schools. $550 - $750. Move in incentives offered. Call 250-204-3342.

3 BDRM, 1.5 bath Rancher in Willow Point, close to all levels of schools, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, 5appls, fenced backyard, garage, pets welcome w/ pet dep, avail June 1, $1150 mo + dam dep. Kristina 250-923-1927.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

537 MEADOWBROOK. 3bdrm rancher. Big wired shop, RV parking, 5 applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, walking distance to school, college and sportsplex. NS/NP. $1200./mo Avail July 1st. (250)286-0634. CAMPBELL RIVER, 2 bdrm cottage, country setting with sea view, $760 mo. N/S. Potential for occasional paid caretaking. June 1st. Please reply with refs to drawer #165 c/o The Campbell River Mirror, 104-250 Dogwood St., Campbell River, B.C., V9W 2X9.

C.R. 1-BDRM, near Hospital. Spacious, quiet, NS/NP. $580, avail. June 1st. 250-287-3990.

Campbell River

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

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RV PAD $350.+. Avail Immediately. 2100 Court in Campbellton. Lv.msg (250)287-1230

CAMPBELL RIVER: Cedar Place, 1 bdrm Apt. Avail June. 1. $600/mo. Responsible tenants wanted for a clean quiet building with family atmosphere. Close to hospital. Refs reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call 250-286-4881.

DISCOVERY VILLAGE 104 283-1st. Ave

JUNE 1ST. 1200 sq.ft. 2 bdrm lower suite in Barclay Road 4-plex. W/D hook-up. $650. (250)287-4689.

FOR LEASE (C.R.) Ground Floor (993 sq/ft), turn key ofďŹ ce space. Downtown with parking. Available May 1, 2012. Call 250-287-2200.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES 2 BDRM. Quiet Street. F/S, W/D Pets and kids welcome. Fenced back yard. $850/mth. Avail June1. 250-923-4924.

CAMPBELL RIVER- waterfront 3 Bdrm rancher on the ocean, 2 bath, private boat launch, RV parking, laundry $1400. NS/NP. 250-203-4078 FANNY BAY - private 2 storey, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, N/S, N/P. $850/month. Avail now. (250) 207-0415 between 8am - 7pm. STORIES BEACH area- 2 bdrm home, 4 appls, pets negotiable, lrg yrd. $775+ utils. Avail June 1. (250)923-2893.

OFFICE/RETAIL

We offer: Bachelor, 1 & 2 Bedroom *Thorough and fair screening of all applicants. * Secure building * Adult oriented * Laundry facilities * On bus route * On-site managers * Close to hospital * No PETS * No Smoking * References required We are committed to our tenants to provide a quiet, clean atmosphere.

CLASSIFIED Phone 250- 286-4838 250- 204-8118

CertiďŹ ed complex of CR Crime Free Multi-Housing Program. â&#x20AC;˘ Thorough & fair screening of all applicants. â&#x20AC;˘ 2 bedroom Townhouse â&#x20AC;˘ Laundry facilities on site â&#x20AC;˘ Close to Hospital â&#x20AC;˘ References Required â&#x20AC;˘ NO PETS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

PORT HARDY - 7077 Highland Dr. $695 /month includes cable. Beautiful 2 bedroom condo, fully renovated. New laminate ďŹ&#x201A;oor in LR, DR, and Kit. Newer carpet in BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, ceramic in Bath. Full size fridge, stove, DW and in-suite laundry. Plenty of storage and parking. Ref req. Info and photos, toll free 1.877.470.1700. SEAVIEW MANOR, 1 & 2 BDRM Apts. Quiet, secure, includes heat & hot water onsite Manager. Call 250-2866513 or 250-204-5799.

C.R. HOMEY 2 bed+ duplex 3800 block S Island Highway. Woodstove +furnace. Open ocean view, large lot, N/S, storage. $825 250-850-1338

#308-282 Birch Street Nice one bedroom condo. Ready to move in July. Fully furnished and equipped (linen, cutlery, 5 appliances, hide-a-bed, chair, new queen bed, etc.) Near hospital & schools. 2 parking spaces. Small pets ok. 3rd ďŹ&#x201A;oor balcony, view. Price: $89,900 Call Reynald at 250-914-0134 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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Suzuki Intruder 800VL 2002. Light cruiser with only 32,000km. Large windshield, highway bar & saddle bags in very nice shape $3,500 Firm (250)286-6955

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 & up each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Toll Free 1.877.334.2288.

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

Open House Saturdays from 1-3p.m.

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All Makes, All Models. New & Used Inventory.

BOATS

1-888-229-0744 or apply at: www.greatcanadianautocredit.com Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526

CARS 2003 DODGE-SX. 4 door, 5 speed. 80,000km $3800. (250)286-1725

HOMES FOR RENT

GOLDEN GROVE Care Facility has immediate openings in beautiful home like setting for seniors. For a tour and info please call Judy or Rhona at 250-923-7049.

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Victoria’s Starlight Pops Choir will perform classic country hits in a June 23 concert at the United Church.

Pop goes the country Get out your spurs! On June 23, Campbell River will extend a warm welcome to Victoria’s Starlight Pops Choir as they present a roundup of classic country hits. “There’s so much to enjoy in this concert,” says choir director, Sue Doman. “We’ve got classic hits by Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, Hank Williams and Elvis Presley, as well as great tunes by newer artists like Shania Twain, Travis Tritt, Carrie Underwood, and The Soggy Bottom Boys!” The 80-voice choir is supported

Tara Dancers will perform Crossroads Ceili at the Tidemark Theatre May 26.

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Sports Third period rally comes up short Too many penalties, at least two ejections, and a bench shortened by injury spelled out an 11-9 defeat for the Junior B Ravens in the team’s home opener. It was a parade to the penalty box in the opening frame of Sunday’s lacrosse game at the Rod Brind’Amour Arena. Both clubs took their share of minors as well as majors. The Westshore Bears opened a 1-0 lead before Damon Marriot-Spencer tied the game for Campbell River. The Bears then went up 2-1, and were looking for another on the power play, when Tyson Fair scored short-handed for the Ravens. However, the penalties caught up with the local boys as the Bears scored twice more with the man advantage to lead 4-2 after 20 minutes.

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The Junior B Ravens celebrate a first period goal that tied the game 2-2, but the Westshore Bruins pulled ahead 8-2 in the second and hung on for an 11-9 win.

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Logan Down kept the score fairly close. Continued on Page 31

Hockey school is coming to Carihi Secondary. “Campbell River is a hockey town,” said principal Sean Toal. “I’ve hardly sent out any information and I’m already flooded with e-mails. I think there’s a lot of interest.” The Hockey Canada Skills Academy will be based at Carihi, and will also be open to students at Timberline Secondary. The academy is accepting boys and girls, in Grades 9-12, who will learn on- and off-ice skills from Rob Voltera, the assistant coach of the Campbell River Storm Junior B hockey club. “We have a very good relationship with the Storm,” said Toal, who helped start a successful hockey academy at Alberni District Secondary School. Carihi’s hockey academy is partnering with the Storm club and its expected that formal accreditation from Hockey Canada and B.C.

Hockey should be completed in the next few weeks. The academy will take place during the first semester, during the students’ first-block physical education course. Features of this program include: curriculum developed by Hockey Canada; certified and trained coaches; three onice sessions per week, and two office training sesRob Voltera. sions at the Storm gym facility; graduation credits for students in grades 10-12; and power skating instruction. The academy will provide approximately 50 hours of on-ice instruction and 40 hours of off-ice training, guided by Voltera who has an impressive hockey resume. He played his minor hockey in Campbell River, left at age 16 and made it onto the Prince George Cougars of the WHL. He later played professionally in Germany Continued on Page 31

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before returning to North America to play with the Binghamton Icemen and the Hershey Bears. He started coaching in 2007, as an assistant in junior hockey, before returning to Campbell River to raise a family with his wife Nicole. They now have three children. Voltera is currently

an assistant coach with the Storm and knows the importance of a good education. While playing in Prince George, he was the Scholastic Player of the Year and just missed out winning the honours for the entire Canadian Hockey League. The Carihi hockey academy will run with a minimum of 25 students and a maximum

Ravens: Sunday game

Continued from Page 30 In the third period, the Ravens’ offence got back on track as Eddie Lawson scored a natural hattrick in a span of 2:06. Fair added two more goals while singles came from Cody Gent and Aaron Marlow. The Ravens’ next home game is Sunday, 4 p.m., against Cowichan Valley.

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