Comox Valley Record, October 17, 2012

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systems in the immediate forecast — planned to increase the Puntledge flow Wet weather has finally Tuesday. The flow was to arrived in the Comox Val- increase from 11.3 to about ley, where fishing has been 18 cubic metres per second temporarily banned in the (m3/s), marking a 50-perhighest-profile local river cent increase. due to low water levels.

BC Hydro would like to Fisheries and Oceans release about 32 m3/s below Canada (DFO) has closed the dam and have the Punfishing until Oct. 31 in the tledge generating station Puntledge and Courtenay running at full capacity, but rivers. the Comox Lake reservoir Weekend rain resulted is still too low. in a “little bump in fish” The reservoir had levthough levels elled at 132 are still below metres Monthe escapeday from the If all the conment target, approximateditions line up, we Darcy Miller, ly 25-cenw a t e r s h e d hopefully would t i m e t r e enhancement be able to open the increase over manager at river earlier but I the weekend. the Puntledge The 131River Hatch- can’t say for certain metre level ery, said Mon- at this point. is considered day. Hatchery critical.

Darcy Miller staff will sort Stage Two through fish water restricand conduct river swims to tions continue to be in assess the situation. effect as the Comox Val“If all the conditions line ley Regional District coup, we hopefully would be operates with BC Hydro’s able to open the river earli- water flow needs. The Valer but I can’t say for certain ley water system normally at this point,” said Miller, shifts to Stage One this who planned to speak with time of year, according to the local sport fish group CVRD staff. and the fishery officer.

For more informations “Hopefully the numbers on water restrictions, or to come together, the river stay on top of notifications conditions come together of stage changes, visit www. and we can provide (fish- comoxvalleyrd.ca/restricing) opportunities.” tions.

BC Hydro — after seeing For more information of a modest increase in water fishing restrictions, contact inflows into the Comox the Comox branch of the Lake reservoir and consid- DFO at 250-339-7271. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com ering a few minor storm

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FRUSTRATED AIRLINE PASSENGERS wait to hear if their flight will be able to take off from Comox Valley Airport.

PHOTO COURTESY CTV VANCOUVER ISLAND the weather wasn’t unusual for the Comox Valley, and noted he’s concerned about further flight landing problems this fall and winter.

“The weather certainly isn’t unusual; what’s unusual right now is with the instrument approaches to the runways,” said Bigelow. “There are restrictions right now on the instrument approaches, which preclude aircraft from descending as low as they normally would.

“These higher minima will pose challenges for the operators coming in and out of Comox, and it’s a concern for us … as we approach the winter season.

“We will expect more problems than we would otherwise have because of these higher approach

limits.”

Col. Jim Benninger, wing commander for 19 Wing Comox, which is in charge of airport operations, said two issues are causing the higher approach limits; one is the height of some trees around the airport — which is an ongoing issue — and the other is some work on the runway.

“We have the issue with the over-height obstacles, the natural growth in the area, which has caused an elevation of the minimum altitude to which pilots can descend before they have to look out the window and see if they can see the airport or not,” he explained, adding the work on runway improvements has shortened the main runway from 10,000 to 7,000 feet.

“The net result of both of them raises the height of the decision altitude to 500 feet (from 200 feet).”

He added if pilots can’t see out of the aircraft at the decision altitude height due to lower cloud, or any other factors, they won’t land on that approach. They can try again from a slightly different approach or detour to another airport.

According to Benninger, the runway work is expected to last until the end of March. Tree remediation is not scheduled to be complete until December 2013 due to environmental considerations.

For details on flight arrivals and departures, visit www.comoxairport. com.

— With files from CTV Vancouver Island writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Airplane flights scrubbed Comox resident Geoff Russell was unimpressed when his family couldn’t fly out of the Comox Valley Airport for two days on the weekend — and stranded passengers will likely be more common this fall and winter.

“The weather was no worse Friday night, all day Saturday, than it is on many, many occasions,” Russell told the Record. “I was quite annoyed at the time and it certainly created a lot of inconvenience for a lot of people.

“We were all told it was weather-related, and it was no different to a normal winter’s day in the Valley.”

Russell’s son, daughterin-law and their two small children, were scheduled to catch a WestJet flight to Calgary Friday evening.

The plane was unable to land, and returned to Calgary. The family tried to leave again Saturday to no avail. Russell drove them to Victoria early Sunday morning so they could catch a flight.

A number of flights were rerouted or cancelled Friday and Saturday and again Monday.

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Originally from Port Alberni, the 31-yearold Rhodes has been pole dancing at Femme Natale for three years.

“I’m definitely an Island girl,” said Rhodes, who has lived in Courtenay for over 12 years.

Rhodes said she got into pole dancing when going to the gym to stay healthy and get fit didn’t work for her.

“So I tried pole dancing and man, did that make a huge difference.

I’ve always loved dancing, my mom is a belly dance teacher, and it’s a really good way to keep in shape and do what you like doing.

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Comox Valley competitors stepped onto the national stage in style at the Canadian pole fitness championships at the Edgewater Casino in Vancouver.

The fifth annual event (formerly known as Miss Pole Dance Canada and sponsored by the Canadian Pole Dance Association) attracted 40 competitors, including Nadyne Moldowan and Natalee Rhodes, who are instructors at Femme Natale Pole Fitness in Cumberland.

Moldowan, who qualified by winning the B.C. championship last month in Campbell River, finished a close second Oct. 13 in the 12-person Pro division. Rhodes, who finished third at the B.C.s, did not place in her 10-person Amateur division.

Competing at her second nationals, Moldowan noted, “The girl who won (Veronica Salimano of Vancouver) was the girl who got second at the regionals in B.C. She beat me by, I think, five and a half points.”

The winner of the People’s Choice Award at last year’s nationals, Moldowan had nothing but compliments for Salimano. “Oh man, her routine was absolutely flawless. It was beautiful.”

Modowan, who operates Femme Natale in partnership with Natalie Fustier, said rou-

to perform for an equal amount of time on spinning and stationary poles.

She said judges award points for presentation, strength, flexibility and fluidity.

The 28-year-old has been pole dancing for four years, the same amount of time she has spent in the Valley since moving from Alberta.

Rhodes, who has just become an instructor at Femme Natale, said her first trip to the Canadian championships was, “Amazing.

Intense, but amazing.”

Rhodes went to the nationals as a wild card and is still waiting to see where she ranked in her division.

Like Moldowan, Rhodes worked extremely hard to prepare for the nationals. “(I trained) in the studio two to three times a day; before work, during classes, and after class-

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If Monday’s public hearing is any indication, then nobody in the entire riding of Vancouver Island North favours the new map being proposed by the Electoral Boundaries Commission for B.C. The proposed redistribution effectively splits the Comox Valley with a line through Courtenay. The eastern reaches of the city, Comox, Area B and parts of Area C would remain in Vancouver Island North.

West Courtenay, Cumberland, Area A and some of Area C would transfer to the Nanaimo-Alberni riding. Powell River would also become part of Vancouver Island North.

Dividing the “tight-knit community” of Courtenay would spawn negative consequences, said Vancouver Island North MP John Duncan, represented by Leonard Landry Monday at Crown Isle. Duncan feels the suggested boundary “ignores communities of interest” that, although separate in terms of geography, are nevertheless “seamlessly integrated.” Many residents in the Comox Valley and Campbell River live in one community but shop in both — which Duncan said is not the case in Powell River. He considers the latter part of the Sunshine Coast.

Redistributing federal electoral districts provides geographic areas where voters elect members of Parliament. The process occurs every 10 years based on census results. Commissions in each province assess demographic changes and make recommendations for boundary alterations to achieve better representation in Parliament.

The commission is proposing to add six new electoral districts — five on the mainland and one on the Island — to the 36 existing

THE MAP ABOVE shows how the Comox Valley would be split. At right is the current federal riding. federal ridings in B.C. Duncan said the proposed boundary change would add population from the mainland, which “dilutes the value of an extra seat coming to Vancouver Island.”

And treats Vancouver Island as an afterthought.

“These concerns are serious and legitimate,” Landry said on behalf of Duncan.

“The Comox Valley is a single community,” Kathryn Askew said. “Please maintain the integrity of the Comox Valley. We are one family.”

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Courtenay would mean half the residents would need to travel south to see the area MP. “Why would that be imposed upon us?” said Courtenay Mayor Larry Jangula, adding the proposed change could shift the MP’s office back to Campbell River.

Having two MPs will “ensure duplication,” said Askew, who feels their jobs would become more challenging, time-consuming and frustrating.

Lifetime Valley resident Glen Sanford has seen elec-

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Former Area C director Kel Kelly asked the commission to maintain the area as a “geopolitical unit.” He suggests a Comox Valley-Alberni riding makes more sense than the proposed change in terms of geography, overlapping interests such as coal mines and a “shared highway network that doesn’t exist between us and the Sunshine Coast.”

Project Watershed vicechair Dr. Betty Donaldson

noted the limitations of dividing geographical areas according to north-south or east-west lines. Point Roberts south of Vancouver, for example, “has become an expensive mistake,” she said.

Another federal riding adds another layer of governance, added Donaldson, noting the Courtenay estuary is already governed by four local governments, two federal departments and the K’ómoks First Nation.

“I cannot imagine how any of us will be better served if any of our ter-

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Powell River Mayor Dave Formosa and Powell RiverSunshine Coast MLA Nicholas Simons both oppose the idea of splitting the lower and upper Sunshine Coast into two electoral districts.

Further hearings were scheduled for Nanaimo Tuesday and Victoria Wednesday. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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RCMP DISCOVERED MARIJUANA when they searched a home in Royston recently.

Royston man arrested A Royston man remains in custody after Comox Valley RCMP found a sophisticated marijuanagrowing operation and two guns recently.

The RCMP with the assistance of the Emergency Response Team searched a home Oct. 1 in the 3900 block of Harrison Place in Royston. Marijuana was located in various stages of production throughout the home.

A semi-automatic rifle and a loaded .45-calibre handgun were found.

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His next scheduled court appearance is Oct. 18.

“This serves as a reminder to the public that marijuana grow operations, including medicinal grow operations, often include a criminal element and the potential of violence,” said Cpl. Paul Douglas of the Comox Valley RCMP’s drug section.

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Ferry users are advised to double check schedules in light of cuts to return trips at Departure Bay and Duke Point.

Earlier in the year BC Ferries had announced reductions in major, underutilized sailings between the Island and mainland.

“This is part of a $30-million cost savings that was part of an agreement between the Province and BC Ferries,” the corporation’s spokesperson Darin Guenette said.

An amendment to the Coastal Ferries Services Contract calls for the two parties to find $30 million in savings in services and ferry

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“The historical traffic we receive on those sailings should be easily absorbed by the sailings that are next to them,” Guenette said.

As of Oct. 4, there are a further 18 round-trip cancellations on the 7 p.m. Departure Bay-Horseshoe Bay route from Mondays to Thursdays.

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Minister of Social Development Moira Stilwell paid a Thursday visit to the Comox Valley to kick off a monthlong tour of B.C. during Community Living Month. Marking a 14-year tradition since October was first proclaimed as such, the Province and communities are working together to raise awareness and to celebrate people with developmental disabilities as valuable and contributing members of society.

Stilwell visited Vancouver Island Community Connections, a housing project and a home where two young developmentally dis-

abled people co-exist.

“It’s inspiring to see that people who are living with developmental disabilities want the same things we all want,” Stilwell said. “They want to work to the maximum level that they’re able, and they want to contribute to the community and be seen as full citizens in their community. I think there’s some great things happening here.”

The ministry and Community Living BC are progressing towards improving services for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

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disabled individuals receiving assistance, without threatening their benefits.

“Which is really important because it helps to provide a bridge,” Stilwell said, noting the amount can be amortized over a year to $9,600.

“It allows them to work when they’re feeling well without worrying about losing their benefits. I think that’s progressive and worthwhile.

It’s a modest change but it’s an important change.” reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Members of the Comox Valley RCMP’s Traffic Section and Rural Section met with School District 71 representatives and the principal of Miracle Beach School recently.

Discussions were in relation to ongoing concerns related to the operation of allterrain vehicles across the playground area and sports field at the school.

There is an intricate trail system in the area of the school and there are several access points to school property from these trails.

Dirt bike operators have been riding across the school’s playground area and sports field.

Along with the damage done to the grass field, school officials are concerned that a child may be struck by one of these vehicles.

Section 4 of the Motor Vehicle (All Terrain) Act states that, “A person must not operate an all terrain vehicle in a careless, reckless or negligent manner so as to endanger or cause injury or damage to a person or property of another.”

The Comox Valley RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the per-

less protected during the working day from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

••• In light of changes to rules concerning beer gardens, a Special Occasion Liquor Licences workshop will be held. It will involve staff and police.

••• Dialect Communications Group designed the new Village website for $16,000 plus tax.

The website, cumberland.ca, was officially launched Wednesday.

$25,000 towards necessary repairs for a watermain chlorination project at Comox Lake Road.

The Village is having a difficult time maintaining a chlorine residual on the watermain that was installed to service the Comox Valley Economic Development Centre visitor centre.

••• The volunteer fire department needs help with day shifts. It has lost a few members, rendering the Village

Miracle Beach School officials worried about students

Cumberland council voted 3-1 in favour of Coun. Roger Kishi’s motion to consider participating in the investigation of wastewater infrastructure options, as requested by the K’ómoks First Nation.

“We need to move forward on this,” Kishi said at last week’s meeting.

The band has new interests in possibilities concerning wastewater infrastructure expansions in the southern reaches of the Valley.

It has been given approval to investigate options through a public-private partnership, which Coun.

Kate Greening “does not fully trust.” The partnership would include local governments interested in the potential for a new wastewater treatment facility in the Kensington Island Properties area of Union Bay. ••• Council voted in favour of a Coun. Conner Copeman motion to keep the Valley intact with regards to a proposed restructuring of federal electoral boundaries that would divide Courtenay into two ridings.

Courtenay council resolved to present to the Federal Electoral

Boundaries Commission its desire and need for the city to be considered a unified body represented by one electoral riding.

Kishi finds it strange to be “carving up the Comox Valley,” noting Cumberland would become part of a riding extending from the Village’s side of the Courtenay River to Tofino.

The commission heard from the public Monday at Crown Isle.

••• Despite the installation of water meters, data collected since February indicates consumption remains considerably high at some properties.

The previous council had approved mock billing, which was intended to provide homeowners an idea of how consumption will translate into actual costs. It was found, however, that rates could not be estimated without data. Council approved staff’s option of collecting data for another year, with billing to start in 2014.

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OPERATION HIGH JUMP was again a success in its 20th year thanks to the dedication of the athletes and volunteers.

Special athletes jumping for joy Operation High Jump 20th annual event in Comox Valley The sun was shining and spirits were high during the 20th annual Operation High Jump, the track and field event for mentally and physically challenged people of the Comox Valley and Powell River.

The day was filled with numerous track and field events such as 50- and 100-metre dashes, wheelchair push, long jump, high jump, and our most popular event, the ball throw. Besides the more traditional events there are fun games such as sack races, water balloon toss, and a tug of war.

The success of Operation High Jump is truly because of the volunteers and the participants. Their joy and

smiling faces are the inspiration that keeps this event going, year after year.

The Spirit Award, which is presented to the team or individual that has the most positive attitude towards the day and their fellow athletes, was presented to Vanier’s Life Skills program.

They represented their school with pride both in the events they participated in, as well as the way they encouraged each other throughout the day.

Operation High Jump was once again supported generously by the Kiwanis Club of Courtenay. The Kiwanis club members are fantastic volunteers and are a great presence at the event.

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Get ready for the Big One Great BC Shakeout – happening at 10:18 a.m. this Thursday WITH DAVE STEVENS at the podium, the capacity crowd at the Extravaganza Italiana was ready with bidding cards.

Rotarians really raise funds The Rotary Club of Cumberland Centennial held its signature fundraiser on Saturday.

The Extravaganza Italiana was a great success.

Once again, the generous people of the Comox Valley responded with donations and purchased tickets so they could help the club raise funds for service projects.

The Cumberland Recreation Centre was filled with 280 participants who enjoyed good food

prepared by Custom Gourmet chef Dawn McRae and her staff and generally had lots of fun.

Once again, David Stevens and his spouse Kathy conducted a lively live auction.

The crowd was so generous and got into the spirit of the fundraiser that a bucket of rocks was auctioned by David that earned a winning bid exceeding $500.

— Rotary Club of Cumberland Centennial

Cumberlander honoured Cumberland resident Linda Halliday-Sumner was honoured

by Rotary Cumberland on Saturday evening for her service to others.

An acknowledged expert in sexual abuse, sexual assault and sexual harassment, she was a victim of sexual abuse at the age of six years.

Halliday-Sumner published her first book, The Silent Scream, in 1981. The book is still being used today worldwide for training, personal development and in sex offender treatment.

Because she has placed service above self during her career, the Rotary Club has named her a Paul Harris Fellow and presented her with a framed certificate and pin of identification at the club’s eighth annual Extravaganza Ital-

Just over one year ago, a magnitude 6.4 earthquake was felt throughout the Comox Valley (and beyond).

That heightened the need for everyone to participate in the BC Earthquake Alliance Society’s third annual provincewide earthquake drill — the Great BC ShakeOut — at 10:18 a.m. this Thursday.

The drill is intended to enhance public awareness of the earthquake hazard in B.C. and to encourage personal preparedness. The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) is committed to participating in this drill and would like all residents, businesses, agencies and associations to participate, too.

Over 400,000 British Columbians have registered since the Great BC ShakeOut started.

School classes, families, office staff or individuals can participate by using the Drop, Cover and Hold On method: • Drop to the ground (before the earthquake drops you!).

• Take cover by getting under a sturdy desk or table.

• Hold on to it until the shaking stops (approximately two minutes).

Natural Resources Canada (NRC) has identified B.C. as being located in one of the most seismically active regions in the country.

The NRC advises that the threat of a major earthquake is real, and that in other parts of the world an increased awareness about what to do during an earthquake had been proven to reduce injuries and deaths.

The Great British Columbia ShakeOut drill is modeled after the highly successful California ShakeOut drill, now in its fourth year. The CVRD encourages individuals and organizations to register at www.shakeoutbc.ca to be count-

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Hospice gala will be just great A trip back to an opulent era awaits you at the Comox Valley Hospice Society’s 29th anniversary Gala Auction on Nov. 3 at the Florence Filberg Centre.

The fundraising extravaganza presented by hospice volunteers is themed An Evening in Venice and features an eclectic array of donated products and services.

Prepare to be entertained as Master of Ceremonies Kent Roduck begins the festivities and auctioneer Dave Stevens creatively urges lucky bargain hunters to bid on exciting live auction items that include exciting travel packages, gourmet dining experiences and unique

local adventures.

There will be plenty of silent auction items to tempt you as well.

Also as a part of the evening’s enjoyment, you will dine on exquisite culinary delights straight from the shores of Italy.

In addition to great food and the exciting bustle of evening auction bargain hunting, there will be plenty of opportunity to test your luck with exciting games of chance featuring several fabulous prizes.

There’s still time to support hospice through the donation of an auction item or as a table sponsor for the event.

This annual event is a great way to invest in the community while enjoying a night out with friends.

Past events have been sold out so come on down to see what all the fun is about. Remember, 100 per cent of your donation remains right here in the Comox Valley to help our friends and family members dealing with life-limiting illness live each day to the fullest.

An Evening in Venice opens at the Florence Filberg Centre at 7 p.m. Tickets are $75 and available by calling the CVHS office at 250-339-5533.

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Singers back for third time The Ontario duo known as Dala is coming back to the Comox Valley, this time for an intimate performance at the Cumberland Hotel after two previous outings at MusicFest.

“If you haven’t been to any of our shows at the Cumberland,” says MusicFest’s Doug Cox, “you should come!

Cresslynn and her staff turn the pub into a lovely folk-club concert room that is a perfect venue for these shows.”

Sheila Carabine and Amanda Walther first met at Mary Ward Catholic Secondary School at a high school band practice. Quickly afterwards, their friendship blossomed and they formed Dala in the summer of 2002.

Their “innate understanding of music” and “vocal range” helped propel them towards signing a five-year artist development

deal with Big Bold Sun Music in November 2003, and in April 2005, Dala released their first album, This Moment Is a Flash.

On Aug. 8, 2005, Dala signed its first major record deal with Universal Music.

Soon thereafter, the band released its first major album, Angels & Thieves, containing five original songs and five covers.

Immediately afterwards, Dala went out on tour to support the album, including a brief stint in early 2007 opening for Tom Cochrane. Returning to the studio after the tour, the band released their album Who Do You Think You Are with the lead single Anywhere Under the Moon entering Much More Music’s rotation. Dala finished 2007 opening for Matthew Good on a cross-Canada tour.

Over the course

of their career, Dala has contributed cover songs to several compilations. Neil Young’s A Man Needs a Maid was released on Cinnamon Girl — Women Artists Cover Neil Young. Cinnamon Girl also included the duo’s cover of Young’s Ohio.

The duo released their fourth album, Everyone Is Someone, on June 9, 2009. The lead single Levi Blues was nominated in the Mainstream Adult Contemporary category at the 2010 Canadian Radio Music Awards.

The duo taped a performance for PBS in February 2010, which aired in June as Girls from the North Country. The live CD and DVD for Girls From The North Country earned Dala the 2010 Canadian Folk Music Award for Vocal Group of the Year.

The live album was nominated for a 2011

Local fiddler nominated Local musician Trent Freeman has just been nominated as Solo Instrumental Artist of the Year by the Canadian Folk Music Awards (CFMA).

His Rock, Paper, Scissors CD was produced by Paul Keim at his Dove Creek Studios and the music is exciting, and jazzy, a departure from traditional fiddle music.

Freeman’s string quartet, The Fretless, has also been nominated in three categories including Instrumental Group of the Year.

It has been an exciting start to the fall season as the band just won Best Instrumental

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Dala’s latest album Best Day was released in June.

“Tickets are going fast for this show and we expect a sellout,” adds Cox. “We are thrilled to be able to present so many great shows that feature artists who were introduced to the Valley at MusicFest!”

Limited tickets available online at www.islandmusicfest. com or in person at the Cumberland Hotel.

Tickets are also on sale right now for the next two shows: Blues Emergency with Doc MacLean and Morgan Davis on Nov. 6 and BettySoo and Doug Cox on Nov. 8.

For more information, visit www.islandmusicfest.com.

— Vancouver Island MusicFest

MUSICFEST FAVES DALA return to the Comox Valley on Oct. 23 with a performance at the Cumberland Hotel.

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A VETERAN FOLKIE, Tom Lewis brings his songs to a house concert this Saturday in the Comox Valley.

Folk headliner in house concert His repertoire is by turns reflective, dramatic and humorous The Gardeners Green Folk Music Club in Merville will host a house concert Oct. 20 with Tom Lewis, a performer who has for many years headlined folk festivals and maritime events all over England, Europe and North America.

Tom’s repertoire, from traditional shanties to songs fashioned out of his own seafaring background, is by turns reflective, dramatic and humorous.

Tom was born in Northern Ireland and that Celtic heritage is obvious in his clear, strong voice, evoking quiet sorrow for a fisherman lost to the sea just as honestly as it powers out a shanty “to be heard above the gales.”

Tom accompanies himself on button accordion and ukulele — but it’s that powerful vocal style and infectious humour that make him a true entertainer. He is a 24-year veteran of Her Majesty’s Royal Naval diesel submarines.

His songs cover a wide range of nautical topics, from life on board H.M. ships, through the loneliness and lure of the sea, to traditional shanties and classic nautical poetry set to his own, and others’ melodies.

For more information, check out www. tomlewis.net.

As this is a house concert, held in a pri-

vate home, seating is limited and tickets must be reserved in advance. The ticket price is $20 per person and includes hot drinks and a big dessert buffet.

Gardeners Green events are non-profit and all the money taken at the door goes directly to the performer. The club will also hold a popular charity raffle.

Reservations can be made by ringing 250337-5337.

— Gardeners Green Folk Music Club

Autumn nights are closing in earlier, and things are warming up in the Elks’ lounge as the Georgia Straight Jazz Society features its fifth Thursday Night Jazz gig of the 2011-2012 season: The Mike Irvine Quintet.

Expect to hear really cool jazz as some of our region’s most accomplished musicians bring their spectacular brand to the Elks’ stage at 7:30 this Thursday. Michael is the music director at Dover Bay Secondary School in Nanaimo, but is better known to jazz fans in this area as the lead trumpet for the Arrowsmith Big Band.

Michael began playing the trumpet when he was 11 and was soon going to the high school at lunch to play with the jazz band. While still in high school Michael performed for Prince Charles, Princess Diana, and Dizzy Gillespie.

Michael’s formal training began at the University of Victoria where he studied with Louis Ranger and Ian McDougall. At UVic Michael earned his B.Mus, and M.Mus (performance).

Mike brings his quintet to Courtenay on Oct. 18 featuring the exciting and creative Dan Craven on tenor saxophone — a friendship that goes back to

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TRUMPETER MICHAEL IRVINE will lead a quartet this Thursday in another Georgia Straight Jazz Society concert. university. Michael’s former band student is now one of VIU’s hottest students.

Curtis Reich on bass displays how fortunate we are to have such a wealth of young talent — tomorrow’s big names — right on our doorstep. Paul Nuez, well known to local jazz enthusiasts, will play trombone.

Rounding out the quintet are veteran Arrowsmith Big Band rhythm section members; Barry Miller on piano and Michael Wright on drums.

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Tickets for our Nov. 18 Caravan concert will be on sale. This will be your opportunity to hear one of this country’s most exciting jazz combos (Daniel Lapp, Marc Atkinson, Joey Smith and Brett Martens). Alternatively, tickets are available a Bop City in Courtenay, and Videos N More in Comox.

For more information about events visit www.georgiastraightjazz.com or find the GSJS on Facebook.

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NORTH ISLAND HOSPITALS PROJECT DROP-IN OPEN HOUSES The Vancouver Island Health Authority is hosting drop-in open houses for the North Island Hospitals Project. These open houses will focus on the design guidelines for the new hospitals, such as building scale and form, landscaping, safety and security, among many others.

Find out more about the project’s design guidelines and how the North Island Hospitals Project will support you and your family’s health care needs when these new state-of-the-art acute care facilities open in spring 2017.

Two drop-in open houses have been scheduled: • CAMPBELL RIVER: Wednesday, October 24, 2-7 pm, Maritime Heritage Centre, Rotary Hall, 621 Island Highway • COURTENAY: Thursday, October 25, 2-7 pm Westerly Hotel and Convention Centre, River City Room, 1590 Cliffe Avenue Project and VIHA staff will be on hand to answer questions and gather input. For more information on the North Island Hospitals Project visit the VIHA website: http://www.viha. ca/about_viha/building_for_health/nihp.htm

Tutor: Adult Literacy Program The Adult Learning Centre has been providing literacy supports to adults in the Comox Valley since 1993. We are currently looking for tutors for our Adult Literacy program.

Tutor training will be held in mid November, and ongoing support and workshops are provided. Our volunteer tutors come from a variety of backgrounds, and no teaching experience is required.

Board of Directors The Community Adult Literacy and Learning Society is searching for Board members who wish to be part of a vibrant and interesting non profit. The Adult Learning Centre is home to 80 volunteers committed to a tutor/ mentor situation in two areas: adult literacy and ESL for new immigrants to the Comox Valley. This is a working Board responsible for overseeing the running of the society in cooperation with a part-time manager. The expectation is that members attend monthly meetings, attend Centre events and take on at least one project. For further informaqtion and enquiries contact the Board Chair at jmcashin@telus.net Contact: Janice Cashin @ 250-338-9906 Email: admin@cvalc.ca

Cumberland Health Centre and Lodge One on One Visitor Volunteers are needed to visit one to 3 socially isolated residents one time per week.

Walking Volunteer Volunteers are needed to walk outdoors with residents.

Pet Visitor (Cat or Kitten) The Lodge is seeking volunteers and their feline pet(s) to visit one to one with residents residing at the Lodge.

Volunteer Visitor Visit on a weekly basis with individual clients and residents.

Recreation Assistant Volunteers are needed to assist with seasonal outing such as picnics and drives in our facility van.

Peer Visitor Volunteers are needed to visit on a one to one basis with long term care residents.

Contact: Coral Coupland @ 250-331-8505 Email: coral.coupland@viha.ca

Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North Volunteer Photographer Habitat for Humanity requires volunteer photographers to document our activities, such as our Build projects and fundraising events. We do not need a professional photographer, just somebody who knows how to take a good picture that really shows what Habitat is all about.

Contact: Colin Beatty @ 250-334-3777 Email: cvvcvin@gmail.com

Senior Peer Counselling Society (Comox Valley) Legal Committee Member To be available for legal advice as / when required. 2 hours per month Outings Coordinator Coordinate one or two outings per month for approximately 9 clients. Assisted by a team of volunteers & staff.

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Time: Unspecified Senior Peer Visitor Provide one-to-one peer support visits to seniors one hour per week. Training is provided. Attend volunteer support & education meetings once or twice per month. Approximately 6 hours per month.

Board Member - Assistant Treasurer Assist Treasurer with their duties and present the financial reports (prepared by the bookkeeper) to the board in the absence of the Treasurer. Financial skills required. 6 hours per month.

Vice Chair A background / knowledge of board work with a non-profit organization preferred. Assist the Chair and act as Chair when needed.

Fundraising Committee Member Raise funds locally through corporate donations, etc. 6 hours per month Human Resources Chair Update & maintain staff & volunteer job descriptions.

Thorough knowledge of managing Human Resources to maintain the integrity of this role. 6 hours per month.

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This is a real fish story

COMOX VALLEY QUARTET the Lincoln Foster Band will open this Thursday for Wide Mouth Mason at the Avalanche.

PHOTO BY VIKTOR DAVARE

Quartet opening forWide Mouth The Lincoln Foster Band is truly a band that is not to be missed. They will perform songs that are currently being played on several WesternCanadian rock radio stations including JET-FM as they open for Wide Mouth Mason on Oct. 18 at the Avalanche.

Their high-energy, in-yourface brand of rock and roll takes you back to the groundbreaking days of punk blended with Rush-esque nuances, the headiness of Led Zeppelin and the emotion of Foo Fighters.

The band is Lincoln Foster

on vocals and rhythm guitar, John Rankin on bass and vocals, Mike Bush on lead guitar and Jordan Bernard on drums.

For more information about LFB, visit www.lincolnfosterband.com.

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Neuls, Dickie both exhibiting artwork Local artists Gail Neuls and Shirley Dickie are launching their first art show together Oct. 20 and 21 at the Filberg Heritage Lodge.

While both women are well-known painters in the Comox Valley, this is the first time the public will have an opportunity to experience their distinct styles in a shared venue.

Neuls and Dickie have each created a painting inspired by the same photograph. These works will be revealed at their showing.

Dickie is a selftaught artist whose educational training comes from life experience.

“Composition, colour and form come to me naturally,” she says. “I paint intuitively often creating the work as I go along. This new collection is reminiscent of my older style with surprising results.”

Neuls was introduced to the world of abstraction through North Island College, where she thoroughly enjoyed the new experience and can now benefit from the freedom

to be able to express herself.

Her stylist landscapes are displayed in a decorative manner and her love for color creates a sense of joy and celebration that is

very much a part of her inspiration.

Neuls and Dickie have worked hard to be able to put this show and sale on for the public.

They are very excit-

ed to be able to exhibit their paintings together at the Filberg Lodge located at 61 Filberg Rd. in Comox.

It will open at 10 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. both days.

Author Allan Safarik will visit the Courtenay Library to discuss and read from Bluebacks and Silver Brights: A Lifetime in the B.C. Fisheries from Bounty to Plunder.

Safarik will read from the book, cowritten with his father Norman, this Thursday at 6:30 p.m.

Part business story, part social history and part eco memoir, the book is a collection of adventures on the Pacific coast and tells the story of a man who spent a lifetime working in the fishing industry. Norman, 93, was born in Vancouver and worked in the fish business for over 65 years, running Vancouver Shellfish & Fish Company.

Containing stories about the hardworking fishermen who risked their lives to catch fish as well as about the many colourful characters in the industry, Bluebacks and Silver Brights documents a way of life lost forever.

Safarik’s retrospective also turns an eye towards the present day; in his opening chapter “After the catch” he describes a natural resource teetering on the edge of extinction.

The authors passionately highlight a number of other current issues including how the devastation of Pacific herring has led to the destruction of the food chain, and how the current practice of farming fish on B.C.’s

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For more information, drop by the library at 300 Sixth St., call 250-334-3369, ext. 2 or visit www.virl.bc.ca.

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1935 - 2012 Peter was born August 12, 1935 in Berlin, Germany and died October 5, 2012 at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital.

Pete will be forever remembered by his loving wife Katherine Hennicke and her children, Amanda, Brandy, Corey, Melissa and Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children Nannette, Trina, Rick, Scott, Brad, Kevin and Susan and their families.

Peter served proudly in the Armed Forces and later with the Snowbirds. He was a long-time member of the Royal Canadian Legion in Courtenay.

Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday. October 22 at 1:00 pm at Royal Canadian Legion Br. 17 in Courtenay.

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Margaret passed away at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital on the 29th of September, 2012. Margaret was born 8 March 1938 at Campbellton, New Brunswick. Margaret was predeceased by her oldest son John and her parents. Amy and Owen Murphy. She is survived by her loving husband Ted and her son Rick (Catherine), daughter Beverly (Kevin), grandchildren Rick Johns, Stephanie and Tyler Wilibnisky and Tessa Johns, and newest greatgranddaughter Sarah Johns and her brother Robert (Carmel) Murphy. Four ladies, Margaret called adopted daughters, who played a great part in Margaretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life were; Margaret, Norma, Joanne and Myrna.

Margaret met Ted at a curling bonspiel and became his lead for twenty-five wonderful years. Ted claims she was the best sweeper he ever had.

Rest in peace, my dear.

No service, at the request of the family.

Ivy Madeleine Wagner Fed. 3, 1917 - Sept. 30, 2012

We are flooded with feelings of sadness, joy, gratitude and love at the passing of our dearest Ivy. As we mourn our loss, we are strengthened in the knowing that a multitude are greeting her at that place of perfect peace.

Left with fond memories are her daughter Linda (Jorgen Bysse), son Smokey (Cheryl), grandchildren Alli, Andrew, Geoff, Raphael, Kelsey, Leona, Kathy, Jacqui, Niki, Jordan, 13 great grandchildren, sister Gladys Strom of Alberta as well as a host of nephews and nieces. Ivy was predeceased by her husband Gordon, son Keith, daughter Shirley, brothers Willy and Ralph Harvey and sister Mae Field.

Ivy was born and raised in the coal mining country of the Crowsnest Pass. She had an immediate love for school as a child and went on to become a teacher. In early 1941, she met her future husband Gordon, a R.C.A.F. Navigator, and married in Sept. of that year. In 1944, she moved to the Comox Valley where she and Gordon raised their four children on a farm on Cumberland Road. In the late 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, the family moved to a newly built home in Comox where Ivy resumed her teaching career. Ivy found immense satisfaction and joy as a kindergarten teacher and enjoyed recalling the many wonderful and sometimes humorous experiences she shared with her students.

Involvement with the Comox United Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auxiliary, reading, crafting, and singing while she played the organ were some of her favourite interests. Above all, her greatest love was spending countless hours with her grandchildren and great grandchildren at her home on Beach Drive in Comox.

In Ivyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s later years, she received loving supportive care at Stevenson Place and from her caregiver Leanne. Over the past 3 years, her life was enriched by the residents and exceptional staff of the Comox Valley Seniors Village. Great love was given and received for which the family is eternally grateful.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Comox Valley Funeral Home, 1101 Ryan Rd., Courtenay on Friday October 19, 2012 at 2 P.M.

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Chris Marlow September 14, 1953 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 9, 2012 We are sad to announce the passing of an amazing man, Chris, who touched the lives of everyone he met.

Chris passed away at Port McNeill Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. He is predeceased by his parents Doris and Leslie, brothers Stephen and John and sister Sherry.

Chris is survived by his wife Lindsay, sons Mike (Jacqui) and Randy (Teresa), grandchildren Brandon, Josh and Breann, brothers David (Margo) and Shawn (Cindy), sisters Lynne, Jill, Fay, Robin, Diana and Penny (Steen) and many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at 1PM. Please join us in remembrance of Chris.

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Margaret passed away at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital on the 29th of September, 2012. Margaret was born 8 March 1938 at Campbellton, New Brunswick. Margaret was predeceased by her oldest son John and her parents. Amy and Owen Murphy. She is survived by her loving husband Ted and her son Rick (Catherine), daughter Beverly (Kevin), grandchildren Rick Johns, Stephanie and Tyler Wilibnisky and Tessa Johns, and newest greatgranddaughter Sarah Johns and her brother Robert (Carmel) Murphy. Four ladies, Margaret called adopted daughters, who played a great part in Margaretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life were; Margaret, Nora, Joanne and Myrna.

Margaret met Ted at a curling bonspiel and became his lead for twenty-five wonderful years. Ted claims she was the best sweeper he ever had and her best friend Dianne White of the Marimichi.

Rest in peace, my dear.

No service, at the request of the family.

Norman Thomas Schell November 6, 1931 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 12, 2012 A much-loved father, grandfather, and brother, Norman Schell, of Toronto, Ontario, passed away peacefully at Eagleview Manor October 12, 2012. He was born November 6, 1931 in Staynor, Ontario, and resided in Courtenay, British Columbia for the past 10 years before entering Eagleview Manor a few years ago.

He will be missed and loved forever by his children Susan Whalen, Thomas Schell, Karen Anderson, Charlene Moses and Daniel Schell and by all his grandchildren; January, Shannon, Lauren, Jordan, Justin and Ryder. He leaves behind his bother Delbert and sister Alva as well as many nieces and nephews.

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August 14, 1933 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 9, 2012 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Malcolm Martin MacNeil on October 9, 2012 in Comox, BC. Mac was predeceased by his sister, Mary and his brothers, Hector and Peter.

Mac is survived by his loving wife, Theresa of 50 years, son Peter (Jody) of Mississauga, Ontario and daughter Catherine (George) of Calgary, Alberta, grandchildren; Jordache, Hunter and Courtney, sister Anne (Odie) Bonnell of Sydney, Nova Scotia, nieces and nephews; Shawn MacNeil, Peter MacNeil, Peter Fedora, Alan Fedora, Eddie Fedora, George Fedora, David Fedora, Sandy MacNeil, Betty Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neil, Nancy Briand, Avitas Shield, Gary Bonnell, Karen Bonnell and Darlene MacQuin.

Mac worked at several hospitals across Canada prior to settling in the Comox Valley in 1957, where he worked at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital for 41 years until retiring in 1998. He was a man who truly loved his job and the patients he served. In Macâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leisure time he enjoyed bowling and golfing. He was an avid Montreal Canadians Fan and later in life a Canucks Fan. Mac had a great sense of humour and was much loved and respected in his community. He also enjoyed his long walks, a great rivalry with his son-in-law and cheering on the BC Lions and Calgary Stampeders.

October 2, 1948 to October 9 2012 With great sadness we announce the death of Michel Prins. Born at home in Amstelveen, The Netherlands to Jan Prins and Elisabeth Petiet, he died at home in Courtenay.

Survived by his wife Terry, son Fraser and daughter Simone, brothers Bert (Sheila), Paul, Ron (Maureen) and sister Madeleine. Michel attended Vancouver School of Art where he honed his skill as a painter and allround creative person.

Michel spent most of his working life with BC Ferries, starting as a deck-hand and working his way to become a captain.

He worked in many places up and down the coast and made many friends along the way.

He was a wonderful father, husband and friend and will be greatly missed by those who knew him, including his walking partner Belle. He embraced life to the fullest and still had his sense of humour right to the end.

A Celebration of Michelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life will be held at a later date. Donations to Pancreatic Cancer Canada or the Hospice Society would be appreciated.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Macâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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2$

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for

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Pillsbury Apple Turnovers 383gr

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New York Style Corned Beef or Roast Beef

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3 $5

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Bobʼs Red Mill All Purpose Baking Flour 623gr

99 2

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ANDREW Lennox Taylor. March 4, 1963 - September 26, 2012. With the passing of my beloved nephew Andrew, I would acknowledge the love and tender devotion given to him by his partner Jennifer Jones, who together with her children Brendon and Megan gave him every care during his courageous battle with cancer. Thank you Jennifer.

Uncle Warren & Mary.

COMOX VALLEY HEAD INJURY SOCIETY will be holding their A.G.M. Wednesday, 7th November, 2012.

5.30pm, #102 - 254 Simms Street, Courtenay.

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Terry Freeman June 2, 1948 - Oct 11, 2012 Terry was born at the Old Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Daughtersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hospital in Duncan, where he participated in a program for the handicapped until 1971, when he moved to Cumberland.

Terry was a pioneer, being one of the first of his generation to move from segregated setting to being integrated into community. Terry was a member of SATORI (Satori Cando Services) for 25 years. He will be greatly missed all of his friends at work, especially Jim. He loved bowling, fishing, boating, attended NIC classes and joined Special O. Terry was predeceased by his mother Winifred Plumb and his father William A. Freeman. He is survived by his step-father Robert Plumb and his sister Loreen Johnston.

Much gratitude must be given to his caregivers; Sharon Waller and Dave (deceased), who did everything these past 9 years to make Terryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life happy. Terry was particularly close to his young friends; Hannah, Abigail, Sophia & Weston, with whom he loved sharing his vast collection of small cars.

Service will be held Friday October 19th, 2012 at Piercyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home at 2:30 pm.

BOLAN, Sandra

January 12, 1941 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 10, 2012 It is with heavy hearts that we announce her passing surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. Sandra is survived by her loving family, Vicki Bolan (Andrew), Cathie Bolan, Valerie Prat (John), Tim Bolan (Shelley), Lisa Leuenberger (Todd), Sue Bellows, Rod Maynard, Debbie Bolan (Roger), Cindy Loignon (Glenn); her 6 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; brother Alan Warner (Diane), her very special friend Geza Laposa & many more extended family & friends. She was pre-deceased by her husband of 30 years, Paul Bolan.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m., October 21st 2012 at the Ramada Inn (1050 Eckhardt Ave., W., Penticton).

A very special thank you to the nurses & doctors at Kelowna General Hospital, and the nurses at Moog & Friends Hospice in Penticton for their compassionate care for Sandra & her family. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be shared by visiting www.everdenrust.com

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HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Courtenay location. Guaranteed $11/ hour, 25% proďŹ t sharing, paid overtime, beneďŹ ts, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities.

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250-338-8042 NAR-ANON- If a family member or friend is using drugs, how does it affect you? We can help. Call Rene 3342392, Sharon 339-7906 or Jack 334-3485.

LOST AND FOUND FOUND. HERSCHELL Backpack between N.Isl.College & Aquatic Centre.(250)334-0497 FOUND PONTOON boat on the eastside of Seal Island. If yours please call (250)3392130.

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LOST: Gold wedding band & diamond ring in the Walmart area. Great sentimental value after 67 years together.

REWARD. 250-897-1239

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR COURTENAY, BC The Island Coastal Economic Trust is seeking a qualiďŹ ed individual to ďŹ ll the position of Administrative Coordinator.

Responsibilities include the management of corporate documents and processes, coordination of Board and Regional Advisory Committee meetings, preparation of information packages, stakeholder communications as well as providing information to the general public. Tasks will also include administrative support to the CEO, preparation of correspondence and updating web content.

For a full job description and application details visit www.islandcoastaltrust.ca

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MARKETING SPECIALIST The CVRD is seeking a full-time marketing specialist to join our team.

This position is responsible for developing plans & strategies to increase participation in leisure activities, promote usage of CVRD parks & recreation facilities; supports events & communications related to CVRD ďŹ re halls & emergency planning services; develops & implements communications, marketing and promotional programs and initiatives, prepares printed materials, acts as media liaison, and creates and organizes special events. Complete position details with required qualiďŹ cations are available online at www.comox valleyrd.ca/jobs.

Applications will be accepted until 3 p.m. October 22, 2012.

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Comox Valley Record Hours: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM-5:00PM 765 MCPHEE AVENUE COURTENAY RESIDENT MANAGERS required for a 59 unit apt. building in Campbell River.

This position is avail starting Jan. 1, 2013. Applicants must be experienced with good management practices and familiar with the RTA. Must be Honest, reliable, bondable with good references. Please respond with resume to Drawer #4513 Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay, V5N 2Z7.

SERVICE TECHNICIAN Opportunity at Island Microsystems. Our fast paced computer service department requires a technician with excellent customer service rapport, and an open mind for learning new and useful skills. Must have up to date knowledge on servers, networking, wireless installs and printer maintenance.

This is a full time position with a beneďŹ ts package and a friendly environment to work within.

Resume can be dropped off at 160, 10th Ave, in Campbell River or emailed to ken@islandmicro.com. No phone calls please.

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June 13, 1928 - October 10, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Dad. Dad will be sadly missed by his daughters; Coleen (Jim), Susan (Wayne) and Lynn (Jim).

He was the best Dad and Papa ever.

His Grandchildren; RaeAnn (Bradley), Dan (Nicole), Melissa, Kirsti (Dave), Drew, Tyler (Nadine) Michelle (Carl).

His great grandchildren; Riley, Carter, Weston and Daylin and Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best friend Doug Stockand.

Dad was predeceased by his wife Doreen, and 2nd wife Barb.

He was a lucky man to have had such special loves in his life.

Dad spent his life in Cumberland, he worked in the Coal Mines then he went logging in Kelsey Bay where he retired from. One of Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favourite places was up the lake fishing and sharing good times with friends. We want to thank all those people for sharing that opportunity for Dad. The family will be having a Celebration of Life on Saturday October 20, 2012 from 2 to 4. It will be held at 3626 Parklane, Courtenay, B. C. Till we meet again Dad. Love your Girls xoxo

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilďŹ eld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

JOB POSTING

BOOKKEEPER The Administrative/Finance Department is searching for a dynamic individual to join its Accounting/Administrative Team.

Reporting to the OfďŹ ce Manager, this is a Permanent Part Time position to learn and perform a variety of accounting and general administrative functions while working collaboratively with other accounting team members.

Applicants must possess a sound knowledge of Simply Accounting and Microsoft Excel and have prior bookkeeping training. Due to varying workloads, the incumbent must be willing to work weekends, as necessary.

You may apply via email at jobs@crownisle.com or handdeliver to our front desk at 399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay.

Applications will be received up to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 26, 2012. Kindly note that only those individuals short-listed for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.

SERVICE COORDINATOR We are looking for a dynamic and friendly SERVICE COORDINATOR to join our Service Team here at Torry & Sons Plumbing and Heating. To suit this position, you must be a quick learner, extremely detailed and organized, with the ability to solve problems and multi-task under stressful situations. The SERVICE COORDINATOR is the model of great customer service, not only to our suppliers and customers...but also to the rest of the Service Team. This position requires that you have 2-3 years of previous scheduling and customer service experience. Knowledge of the plumbing, heating and mechanical industry would be an added asset and put you ahead of your competitors.

Torry & Sons offers a competitive wage with a full beneďŹ t package and an employer RRSP program. Please send your resume along with a cover letter to melanie@torryandsons.com or by fax to 250338-8821. To see a full job description, visit us at www.torryandsons.com.

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Subsidized housing available.

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THE CUMBERLAND Museum is seeking a talented multitasker for Events & Outreach Coordinator. This P/T position (12-16 hours per week) will help coordinate special events, member and volunteer communications, school tour program development and day to day Museum operations.

Successful candidates will have up to date admin skills, enjoy working with the public, thrive under pressure and enjoy juggling diverse tasks.

Availability for Saturday’s necessary. Apply before October 23rd 4pm to info@cumberlandmuseum.ca or to in person 2680 Dunsmuir Ave.

WORKING BAND available for bookings, Classic Rock and Roll. Book Now! Please call Ken at 250-792-3806.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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REAL ESTATE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

CARPENTRY

HANDYPERSONS

APPLIANCES

HEAVY DUTY MACHINERY

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certified.

Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca

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

INGLIS WASHER and Dryer, (white), work perfectly, $350 OBO for the set. Call (250)338-1531.

FIBRE WINE Making Kit (filter & 5 carboys 10 gals ea $110.

Electric Time Delay House Heater $65. Jennings Wheel Chair $100.

Phone 250-890-3304.

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Call Arni 250-334-9300

HOME IMPROVEMENTS Great Canadian Builders Ltd. “Turning Houses into Homes.” Your complete renovation specialists. 30 years experience. All interior & exterior work, concrete, sheds, garages, fences, roofing, decks, drywall, framing. Restorations, additions. Licensed and insured, for your free estimate.

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LANDSCAPING SCOTCH BROOM PROBLEM? We will hand-cut or hand-pull, chip, weigh and haul away the little devil. $150 plus 15 cents a pound. A Scot brought it...make a Scot take it away! 250-668-2888 A.C.L. YARD WORKS. Offering Fall Clean-up specials.

Leaves, Gutters, Lawns, Gardening, Tree Pruning, Hedge Trimming, Decks, Patios & Fences. Pat 250-218-4597.

MISC SERVICES HANDYPERSONS HANDYMAN SERVICES, 30 yrs. exp. reasonable rates, prefer small jobs. Please call Victor, 250-703-1218 HOME REPAIR & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free estimate at 250-898-8887.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

Emcon Services Inc., Road and Bridge Maintenance contractor, is looking for Auxiliary Equipment Operators for the current winter season, preferably with experience operating snowplows and sanding trucks. Operators are needed for Denman and Hornby Islands, Comox Valley, Campbell River, Cortes and Quadra islands, Gold River, Sayward, Woss, Tahsis and Port Hardy.

Qualifications include: • Valid BC Driver’s Licence (minimum Class 3 / air).

• Proven highway trucking experience • Experience driving tandem axle vehicles and • Operating a variety of transmissions • Pre-employment drug screening Qualified applicants are invited to submit résumés, along with photocopy of driver’s licence, an up-todate driver’s abstract and references to substantiate driving experience to: Emcon Services Inc., 3190 Royston Road PO Box 1300, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 FAX: (250) 336-8892 Email: island@emconservices.ca *Please specify the area that you would be able to work*

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

PETS

MAYTAG UNDER counter front loading washing machine, as new condition. $250.

Call (250)334-4965.

BOOKS, COINS, STAMPS 1976 MONTREAL Olympic coins, $75. Also, buying collector coins, new ones and old ones.

Call Cody local (250)792-9485.

FURNITURE

FREE ITEMS

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

SPORTING GOODS SURFBOARD- NSP 8’6” epoxy longboard w/ Dakine bag.

Excel. cond., seldom used. Tri fin, mid: 22 5/8”, thick: 3”, leash. Bag & board $525.

Eves or msg. 250-923-8439

10 ASSORTED burls, some cedar some fir. Dried. You pick up. Call (250)339-0428.

FUEL/FIREWOOD 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. STALLION PINE Shavings, Stallion Giddy up pine pellet bedding, Okanagan premium heating pellets, clean burn heating pellets.

Delivery available. Call: 250-757-9232

CKC REG. Fawn Pug Puppies. Ready to go. Home raised. Shots, 1500. 336-2305 FREE KITTENS that are fluffy adorable bundles of love. Call 250-202-0752 leave msg.

Grader snow wing and blade.

Also grader chains. Good working cond. 1600x24 & 100x24. 250-287-7953.

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4 HIGHBACK Wicker Chairs, light colour with 2 matching tables. Best offer. 9 Collector’s framed Owl plates with certificates Best offers Call 250923-5692

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I-MAC 800 17” LCD $200 OBO w/programs. 2X Antique Singer style sewing machines (Treable) $40ea. Danby 7cft chest freezer $125. Cherry finished desk $125. 336-8042

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PETS

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1999 BOBCAT 453 Loader.

1200 gentle hours, Kubota diesel engine, new battery, good tires, extra buckets. 250-3353340 for more info. $8,000.

STEEL BUILDINGS - Canadian made! - Reduced prices now! 20X22 $4,455. 25X26 $4,995. 30X38 $7,275. 32X50 $9,800.

40X54 $13,995.

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STORE EQUIPMENT/FIXTURES STRAIGHT RAIL stair-lift, $2,000. Paid $5,500 3 years ago. In excellent shape. For details please call 250-3378328.

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS

ADMIRAL HEAVY duty Washer/Dryer, 1yr old. $500. Craftsman riding mower, 21HP, 40” mower deck, with bagger & wagon $500. (250)914-1049.

Cute, cozy condo. 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bth. Three very new appliances.

Mountain view.

Close to schools. A must see.

250-923-9399

BEIGE GLIDER with ottoman $75. like new. 1 book case 47”H, 24”W, 11”D $25. Full set Sandra Palmer Clubs with extras and cart, $50. 250-3343213

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Beautiful 1766sqft. 3bd, 3bth home in desirable area. $282,900. Pictures @ craigslist #3298945605 and kijiji #417327390.

CONTENTS OF 3 chair Barber Styling Shop (Courtenay).

Please call 250-897-4533.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

ASHIYA ALTO saxophone, gently used, was $700. Now $600.

Lrg bird cage with starter kit incld’s food, book and accessories, new, was $120. Now $100. Call (250)923-1885.

IMMEDIATE POSSESSION Well maintained, +/- 1200 sq ft. Rancher, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, close to schools & shopping.

Reasonable offers considered $280,000 Call 250-240-8558 Parksville, 681 Blenkin Ave.

FOR SALE BY OWNER COMOX RANCHER on .95acre, 3bdrm, 2 bath, approx 2400sqft. 1500sqft shop, 2 bays, 13’over height doors, office, storage, gas heat.

Large deck & hot tub, master bdrm has ensuite & walk-in closet, 1746 Little River Road.

Price reduced from $425,000 to $325,000. Phone 250-8901071. Must Sell!

WILLOW POINT: 1 level patio home in est. adult-oriented complex. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, finished office in 1300 sq.ft. Awesome updates incld skylight, new cabinets, tiled ent., real oak flrs. This end unit is bright and sunny, with a lovely back patio. Walking dist. to shops, medical services, markets and the Sea Walk. To view call 250-923-7792. $219,000. Finest unit in complex!

HOUSES FOR SALE

CLARK SANDER - 7 inch, Electronic Caddy, Golf Pull Cart with seat, Pallet Jack, E Bike 400K. 250334-9959 DOWNSIZING TO a Condo For Sale, Centro BBQ (gas) $100; deluxe patio table, 6 chairs, umbrella $200; queen size bdrm furniture incl. box spring & mattress $700; chop saw $75; lazer level never used $50; couch, love seat & chair $600; chest freezer $70.

Please call 250-334-9603

C.R. WILLOW POINT. 3-bdrm 2 bath + sep. studio. Fenced yard & RV Parking. $269,900.

Newer rancher, 5yr warrantee.

(778)420-4256, (250)202-8788

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

DUPLEX CLOSE in Campbell River comes w/2 rental suites, presently rented, $3000. Buy 1/2 $189,000 or full duplex, $355,000. (250)923-2219.

AUCTIONS

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Wednesday, October 17, 2012 â&#x20AC;˘ COMOX VALLEY RECORD

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REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

RENTALS

RENTALS

RENTALS

RENTALS

HOUSES FOR SALE

OPEN HOUSE

HOMES FOR RENT

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

TOWNHOUSES

TOWNHOUSES

WANTED TO RENT

NEW INDEPENDENT living house in Nanoose Bay now accepting residents 55+. 250668-4642

COURTENAY, SPACIOUS, centrally located 2 and 3 bdrms ($650./$750.) Townhome, 1835 Piercy Ave., coin laundry, new roof, N/P. Family oriented. Call (250)702-1096.

COURTENAY- (walking distance to town) 2 storey, 2 bdrm townhouse, small cat welcome. $695. Avail. Nov. 1st 250-334-8468.

RETIRED COUPLE- NS/NP, Willing to house sit in the town of Comox, Jan, Feb, Mar. 1(519)433-9980.

HOMES FOR RENT

HOMES FOR RENT

HOMES FOR RENT

Open House: 910 Nicholson Rd, Port McNeill Saturday, Oct. 20th, 1-3pm Coldwell Banker Island Coastal CR Adult oriented patio home 1024 sq/ft, 2 bed, 2 bath, end unit, lots of windows, small pet, no rental, RV parking, single garage.

250-923-4233 $194,999.00

DEPARTURE BAY: 2,600 sq.ft, Ocean View; 2 blocks to sandy beach. 3bdrm, 2 full baths + 2bdrm suite, sep. laundries. Oversize corner lot, RV pad behind house. $419,000. View by appointment. 250-729-7420 Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse.

Perfect for recreational property or full time living.

Motivated seller $378,800.

Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land.

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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

APARTMENT/CONDO

COURTENAY 2 BDRM. 5 applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. N/S, N/P, new paint. $720.Avail now 334-8876.

COURTENAY: FURNISHED 1 bdrm suite, lrge bright kitchen, shared laundry, off street prkg, 3 mins downtown. NS/NP. $750 mo. Call 250-871-1455.

COURTENAY- Lg 2 bdrm Air Park 6 appls, 2 ba. NP/NS. Avail.now $900. 703-0133 COURTENAY WATERFRONT Condo, 2 bed 2 bath, u/g pkg & storage, All app inc w/d & f/p. No Pets, No Smoking. $975/month. 587-9204386 LARGE 2 bdrm. Free heat & H/W, Elevator. Great location! $750./mo. 250-334-4646.

NEW AD. Large, newly renovated 1-bedroom main ďŹ&#x201A;oor suite in quiet Comox home. $700 includes heat, power, and water. Private entrance, separate yard/deck, shared laundry, lots of storage. References required. 780-604-5403 or moose11trim@hotmail.com.

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.

Apartmentsâ&#x20AC;˘Condosâ&#x20AC;˘Suites 305-111 Edgett Rd 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 4 appls, $700/mth Avail. Oct 1st

COMOX- 3 bdrms, 2 bath rancher, quiet neighbourhood, private sunny patio, carport.

F/S, D/W, W/D. $1220 mo + hydro. NS/NP. Avail Nov 1.

Call 250-897-0618.

COURTENAY- CUTE, heritage house, walking distance to downtown, 2 bdrms, big yrd, W/D, sm pet ok. Refs reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.

N/S. Avail Oct 15 or Nov 1. $1000+ utils. (250)338-8702. rhotsen@shaw.ca CRAIGDAROCH BEACH, Union Bay 3 bdrm, 2 bath, FP, 6 appls., N/S, N/P. Avail.

Now, $1250/mo. 890-0909.

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

Houses & Suites 339B Nim Nim 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls $1000/mth Avail. Immed.

304-129 Back Road 2 bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 appls, $850/mth Avail. Nov 1

337 Mcleod Rd 3 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls. $1000/mth Avail. Immed.

WAREHOUSE SPACE, approx 1600 sq ft, 1491 McPhee Ave., $1500 mo. Avail now.

Call (250)702-1096.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

HOMES FOR RENT

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COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 6 appls, Gas F/P, garage, fenced yard, N/S, pets neg. Avail. immed. $1400/mth COMOX WATERFRONT 4 bdrm, 2 bath home, 5 appls, family rm, 3 F/Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, carport, N/S, small dog neg. w/ref.

Avail. Immed. - $1.500/mth OCEAN VIEW RANCHER 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 4 appls, woodstove, carport, landscaping incld., N/S, sm pet neg., Avail.

Immed $1050/mth BECKTON ESTATE 3 bdrm, 1 full/2 half bath family home, 5 appls, gas F/P, fenced yard, w/irrigation,landscaping incld. N/S, No pets, Avail. Nov. 1 $1,300/mth COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, W/S, fenced yrd, N/S, pet neg. w/ref.

Avail. Dec. 1 - $1,050/mth

314-205 1st St 2 bed, 2 bath N/S, N/P 6 appls, $850/mth Avail. Nov 1

COURTENAY: FRESHLY renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, sep. diningroom, all applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;oors. $1025/mo. Avail.

Nov. 1. Open to view Sat/Sun between 12-3. For more info 250-514-1471, 250-686-1710

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4 BDRM + den, 2 bath, 5 appls, garage, fenced yard, N/S. All new kitchen, appli, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring and paint. Quiet st central Courtenay, close to schools/amenities. Required 6 mo lease/credit check. $1400 + utl. Avail Nov 1. Contact 250-898-9085 or jesseketler@hotmail.com.

COMOX- 4 bdrms, 1400sq ft Rancher, 2 bath, 5 appls, fenced yrd, quiet cul-de-sac.

Close to schools & rec centre. $1200/mo+ utils.

N/S. Small pet? Call 250-890-0134, or kidsnkapers@shaw.ca

4997 Spence Rd. 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 4 appls. $900/mth Avail. Oct. 1st 3449 Hope Rd 3 bed, 3 bath N/S 5 appls., $1200/mth Avail. Oct. 1 2705 Urquhart Ave. 4 bed, 2 bath 7 appls., $1400/mth Avail. Oct. 1 7403 South Island Hwy. 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appl $1050/mth Avail. Oct 1 4336 Forbidden Plateau 4 bed, 2 bath, N/S 5 appls. $1500/mth Avail. Nov. 1 2286 Lambert Dr 3 bed, 2 bath, N/S, 2 appls. $1300/mth Avail. Nov. 1

OFFICE/RETAIL OFFICE- 400 sq ft across from busy Thriftyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 2nd ďŹ&#x201A;oor. 345 6th St. $450/mo. All in. Call 250-703-0361 or email: wnowe@hotmail.com OFFICE/ STUDIO/ Small business rental space, Royston.

500 sq.ft. +. Self-contained, Walk to ocean $600./mo inclds patio, parking, hydro, gas, cable, wi-ďŹ . (250)650-0999.

MEICOR REALTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC.

www.pennylane.bc.ca COURTENAY 1540 Piercy.

2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls. n/p,n/s, $725/mth. Available now.

COURTENAY 1015 Cumberland rd. 1 bdrm, 1 bath.

2- appls., laundry in building.

N/S $700/mth. Contact: COAST REALTY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 250-897-3999

SHOP/WAREHOUSE space.

Cousins Rd. 1200 sqft.

3 phase power. High ceilings.

OfďŹ ce Area.

I-2 Zoning.

Available Now! 250-703-1644, 250-338-7476 evs.

SUNNY QUIET mobile home, in 55+ park, Oyster River. New windows/ screens. 14 pc solid oak kitchen cabinets, new 3-pc bathroom. 1050 sq.ft. Pad $300./mo. Needs interior ďŹ nished. Offers. (250)923-4701.

TOWNHOUSES

RENTALS

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

MOBILE HOME, well maintained 14x60 in adult park, Mission Hill area. 2 bed, 1 bath, covered deck, carport, small pet ok $58,500. 250334-1958

SUITES, UPPER COURTENAY, 2121 Piercy Ave., $675 mo incls heat & hydro. Avail now. (250)702-1096.

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APARTMENTS

PARK PLACE 250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 1 bdrm & den, and 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, custom ďŹ nishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views.

N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed & Nov.1 rents from $1,100/mth.

ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl., N/S, No pets. Avail Immed. & Nov 1, $250 move-in incentive. $725/mth.

Call Res. Mgr. 334-8602 PARKSIDE Newer 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, 6 appls, balcony, underground pkg, storage, adult oriented. N/S, No pets.

Avail.

Immed. $1200/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, coin laundry, patio, res. pkg, N/S, no pets. Avail. Immed $700/mth.

WILLOW WOOD 2 bdrm, 1 bath patio home, 4 appls, patio, 2 pkg spaces, N/S, No pets.

Avail.

Immed. $725/mth LOTS OF CHARACTER! 1 bdrm, 1 bath condo in Tin Town, 6 appls, 2 balconies, 2 res. pkg, gas & hot water incl., N/S, No pets. Avail.

Immed - $875/mth WALK TO DOWNTOWN new & modern 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 6 appls, elect. F/P, balcony, parking, N/S, No pets.

Avail. Immed - $900/mth VANRIDGE MANOR 2 bdrm,1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P (gas incl.), N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed.

-$750/mth NEW MODERN TOWNHOUSE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 6 appls, elect. F/P, patio, res. pkg., short walk to town! N/s, No pets. Avail. Nov. 1 $850/mth WOODCOTE MEWS 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, n/s, small pet. neg. Avail.

Immed. -$1,200/mth PLATEAU GARDENS 3 bdrm, 1 full/2 half bath townhouse, F & S, enclosed patio, storage rm, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov 1 - $850/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, patio, res, pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov 1 $800/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath condo, F & S, coin laundry, N/S, No pets.

Avail. Nov. 1 - $600/mth ASPEN COURT ground level 2 bdrm, 1 bath condo, 5 appls, new paint & ďŹ&#x201A;ooring, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed $825/mth.

ARGO COURT 1 & 2 bdrm units, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, hot water & basic cable incl., N/S, cat neg. w/ref. Avail. Nov. 1 - $640 & 700/mth. Call Res. Mgr. 3348602.

NEWLY RENOVATED 3 bdrm, 2 bath duplex near Superstore, fenced yard, N/S, No pets. Avail Nov. 1 $950/mth KYOTO FRIENDLY BUILDING - DOWNTOWN COURTENAY 2 Bed, 2 bath Apt. All Appliances + washer & Dryer. Heated Floors, Low Utility Bills $1,200/mth 2 Bed, 1 Bath Apt. All Appliances + Washer & Dryer.

Heated Floors, Low utility Bills $1,000/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, patio, res. pkg. N/S. cat ok . Avail Dec 1-$ 725/mth

BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay

450-19th Street, Courtenay

2 and 3 bedroom available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets.

Security deposit and 2 rental references required.

1 & 2 bedroom available, in quiet secure building, close to Driftwood Mall and bus route. Seniors Welcome. Adult oriented and no pets please. Includes heat, hot water and basic cable. Low hydro. 2 Rental References required.

250-334-3078

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS 1015 Cumberland Rd

PINES APARTMENTS

2 BEDROOM SUITE available in well-

Avail. 1 and 2 Bdrm Suite. Completely renovated in adult oriented building with secure entry and elevator. Rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpets and drapes. Coin laundry on-site.

No pets. Security deposit required.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

respected, adult-oriented building. Close to downtown, and ideal for seniors with bus stop out front. Arran House is well managed and maintained, and offers a friendly and secure atmosphere. House cat accepted with pet deposit.

250-334-9717

1055-10th Street

HOLLYRIDGE MANOR 200 Back Road, Courtenay 1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique ďŹ&#x201A;oor plans.

California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay ATTRACTIVE 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated - enjoy new appliances, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring and bathroom ďŹ ttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

Call 250-334-9717

CONDOS VANRIDGE MANOR

ST. BRELADES

123 Back Road, Courtenay

146 Back Road, Courtenay

Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas ďŹ replaces - gas included in rent.

Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, wellmaintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.

Call 250-703-2570

FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, wall-to-wall carpets, blinds. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location. Walking distance to Superstore and North Island College.

Call 338-7449

PACIFIC COURT

RUTHERFORD MANOR

1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay

1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

2 bedroom available immediately, October 15 and November 1st in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.

In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome.

2 bdrm suite available. Reasonable rent includes basic cable, stove, fridge, dishwasher, carpet, blinds and storage room in suite.

N/P, security deposit and 2 rental references reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

To View, Call 250-334-4483

BEECHER MANOR 1045 Cumberland Road BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 & 2 bedroom condos available close to downtown - 2 bedroom unit features 1.5 baths. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

Call 250-334-9717

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AUTO FINANCING

AUTO FINANCING

CARS

CARS

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

TRUCKS & VANS

UTILITY TRAILERS

2007 VW Golf City, blue, 5spd, 33,000 original km, platinum shield protection & deflectors.

Like new condition. $12,500.

(250)933-5182

1983 Slumber Queen 8 foot Camper. Fridge, Stove, Furnace and bathroom. Good condition. $1,500 obo. Call 250-339-4239 1985 COACHMEN Camper, 10.5 feet, newer fridge, 19 gallon fresh water with new pump, 4 burner range, furnace, toilet, converter, new mattress, hydraulic jacks, 1 piece metal roof. In really good shape, $3000 obo.

Call (250)923-2898.

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1976 TRIUMPH T26 Red Exterior. Tan leather interior.

Collector plates. avail. New black soft top, tires, battery. $8000 in repts.

Asking $10,300 O.B.O. 250-335-2331

CARS

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APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENT/CONDO

2003 Ford Taurus SEL Wagon 176,000km new brakes, summer & winter tires, a/c, 6 cd player, jump seat for 2 small kids, keyless entry, power everything, leather/woodgrain, luxurious $2500 obo.

250-650-2314

2006 MUSTANG GT Convertible, V8 auto, 69,000 km, all options, clean. Asking $18,000 obo. (250)338-7939.

2001 KUSTOM Koach 5th Wheel, 23.5ft, air cond, sleeps 4-6 adults. Lots of cupboard space, rear full bathroom, nice condition. Must see. Do not need special licence to tow. $8,995. 1 (250)754-0725

VEHICLES WANTED

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. There is a difference! Please refer to available apartments listed below.

TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave. ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious suite. Excellent location in the heart of Comox. Well maintained and well managed mature adult building. Security entry and elevator. Recently renovated. Very attractive. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

WE BUY All Cars!

Not, we will Cars/Trucks/Vans.

Car today with Phone call to: 8647.

2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000km’s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $10,500. Call after 5pm or leave msg.

1 (250)754-0725

Running or buy it!

Sell Any One Free 1-800-551-

MOTORCYCLES

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. Also One Bedroom + Den. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. Independent Living for Seniors “The Affordable Alternative” TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite. Ensuite, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, in suite washer/dryer. New appliances. Within walking distance to downtown.

Well maintained and well managed building with quiet, mature neighbours. Resident social room.

Indoor scooter parking. Elevator. Security entry. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

VILLA MONTECITO 1331 England Ave. TWO BEDROOM over 1,000 sq. ft. Centrally located near downtown and Safeway complex. Very attractive suite with large, designer kitchen, ensuite and five full sized appliances. Quiet, mature neighbours. Well maintained and well managed building. Security entry. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated in a quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Very spacious.

Well maintained and managed. Elevator and Security entry. Also Two Bedroom. Call David @ 250-3380267.

MARINE

1997 GMC Sierra 4x4 Diesel 3/4 ton, extended cab.

192,000km, manual trans. good tires,new shocks/exhaust system, wired for camper. $8500. 250-926-0722 or 250830-8105.

2007 ITASCA CAMBRIA by Winnebago. 29’ Class B loaded motor home with 2 slides in mint cond. Low mileage $56,500. Call 250-752-9536

2003 Dodge Caravan(Sport) 7 pass. Approx. 136,000 mi.

Asking $4560. Phone Bell at 250-286-0225.

2004 GMC SIERRA, silver grey, ext cab. 4x4, fully loaded, trailer tow pkg. Canopy, box liner, 92,000 km. Ex cond, very clean, no accidents. $16,900. 250-287-2607.

2008 FORD Ranger Sport, 98K, V6 auto, air, ABS, ext cab, 4 drs, white, bed liner, like new, exc on gas, 250-7572089

2006 MAZDA 5. Fully loaded, seats 6, new tires & brakes. $9500. Call (250)203-0134.

Time for a NEW car?

APARTMENT/CONDO

2002 HARLEY Davidson Road Glide, 95ci, loaded, many extras, set up for touring custom paint, must be seen, $12,500 OBO. 250-871-3126.

2008 37’ Everest 5th Wheel4 Slides, large 4 dr fridge, king bed, lots of cabinets, like new, $37,000. Call 250-334-7471.

Truck Canopy. Fits 8 ft box.

Smokey metallic grey. Sliding window. All windows tinted.

Lockable. Originally on 2008 Ford 350. Asking $675 obo.

Excellent condition. Call 250703-0243.

APARTMENT/CONDO

CEDAR MANOR 463 12th Street LARGE TWO BEDROOM over 1,100 sq. ft. - unique through floor plan with cross ventilation. Very bright and spacious. Recently renovated. Country kitchen, fireplace, in suite washer/dryer. Full sized kitchen appliances. Security entry. Quiet, well maintained adult building just three blocks from downtown. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250-703-2264.

dual Elecwork.

250-

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SPORTS & IMPORTS

2003 CHEV Malibu- 4 door Sedan, 141,000 km, 1 owner, automatic, AM/FM/CD player, fully loaded, good shape, runs well, $2900 obo. Please call (250)335-2795.

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded.

White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191.

Southland torque flex axle trailer. 5000kg GW. tric brakes. Deck needs $1300. 250-926-0772 or 830-8105.

www.advancedpm.ca 250-338-2472

APARTMENTS / CONDOS / SUITES THE TIDES Beautiful 2nd level riverfront condo features 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 6 appl, electric f/p, patio, & secured underground parking; moments to Starbucks & many other doorstep amenities; $1,000/month; immediate possession

2008 LEXINGTON GTS 283 18,500 miles. Full body paint, three slides.

Like new, $69,900. Phone:250-898-8718 or 250-702-2681 TAHOE STAR Edition, 32’x8’, 3 axle trailer- 2 identical units, fully furnished, fridge, micro, heat, A/C, TV, A/C power.

Used for movie production. $3,900. Call (250)285-2099.

14 1/2 ft. Cope Alum 5 ft.

Beam 25HP Yamaha (‘90) w/battery charger.

Eagle sounder (2010) 2-down riggers (one elec) Rods, prawn traps, elec boat winch $3300 Call Bob 250-338-1676

1979 BAYLINER. 27ft x8ft w/ less than 500hrs on new eng. $ elec’s. Elec. tilt 9.9 kicker.

Elec. start & tilt. Moorage paid til next May. Reduced to $7000 for quick sale. For a ride call Ed 250-287-4009.

Comox Valley 250.338.5811

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SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

ARBOUR GLEN

Well maintained 2 bdrm upper suite inc. 4 appl & is ideally located in walking distance to schools, shopping & amenities; N/S & N/P; $775/month; immediate possession

CHERRYWOOD MANOR 900+ sqft 2 bdrm units in secured entrance building; master bdrms all have walk-in closets; 2 appl w/on site coin-op laundry & large patio areas; rents from $700 inc. FREE HEAT & HOT WATER; N/S; N/P; immed. possession

2002-FORD EXPLORER XLS. Runs excellent. 157,000 kms.

Reduced to sell $4,999 OBO. 250-287-2009.

DRIFTWOOD CONDOS

2 bdrm units feature main & 2nd level entry, 2 appl & onsite coin-op laundry; ideally located near all amenities & on bus routes; N/S; N/P; rents from $675/month; immediate possession.

ULVERSTON MANOR Spacious 2 bdrm apt are located in a secured entrance building, near Cumberland Hospital & downtown core; includes 2 appl, patio area, w/on site coin-op laundry; immediate possession, N/S; N/P; $675/month.

PASSAGE COURT

Desirable 3rd floor, 3 bdrm condo features 2 baths, 5 appl, gas f/p & assigned parking in quiet cul-de-sac; located near schools & College & minute to park; $900/month INCLUDES gas! Immediate possession

HOMES

SAND PINES DR. RANCHER

Just moments to the beach with many fabulous features! 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 5 appl, sunroom, Japanese style teahouse, & pellet stove; enjoy deer & squirrels from the deck; N/S; N/P; $1200/month; immediate possession

TOWNHOMES

ALDERGROVE PLACE

Townhome offers living down & sleeping up, with recent upgrades located near downtown Courtenay; 2 bdrms, 5 appl, semi-private patio area, & assigned parking; Close to schools & shopping; N/S & N/P; $800/month; for immediate possession

COMOX TOWNHOME

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Linden dropping first puck at Yetis’ reunion Thursday Earle Couper Record Staff

The Yetis of yore are lacing ‘em up once more.

Thursday night, the Comox Valley Glacier Kings are holding an Alumni Game at the Comox Valley Sports Centre, with some blasts from the past ready to relive their Jr. B glory days and entertain spectators in Arena No. 1.

Adding more magic to the memorable evening, “Captain Canuck” Trevor Linden is scheduled to drop the first puck. The opening ceremonies and introductions start at 7:10 LINDEN p.m. Advance tickets are at First Insurance and will also be available at the door.

Among the alumni will be Curtus Larson (1998-2002), Dennis Barna (1994-95), Bryce Hansen (1994-95), Rob Woods (1999-2000), Troy Weed (1993-95), Hugh Gurney (1993-95), Broc Churchill (1993-96), Scott Zaichowsky (1995-97) and

Dustin Frame (2000-01).

Organizers say Paul Weed will coach one team with guest coach Bill Rotheisler. Tony Wishart will coach the other team with guest coaches Cam Knox and Mark McNaughton.

Between periods, players from the CVMHA Initiation Program will skate in a mini-game.

League Play The Glacier Kings had their seven-game Va n c o u v e r Island Junior H o c k e y League winning streak snapped on the weekend as they lost 1-0 to the Peninsula Panthers on Oct. 13 and 2-1 to the Oceanside Generals on Oct. 14 Despite the losses, goalie Josh Round was strong between the pipes for the Icemen. He was the game’s second star on Saturday, making 30 saves, and earned third star honours on Sunday when he turned aside 45 shots. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Road Runners rapid in Victoria There were many cheers and smiles at the Vanier Track workout of the Comox Valley Road Runners last Tuesday night as racers returning from the 33rd Goodlife Fitness Victoria Marathon, Half Marathon and 8K shared stories of their Thanksgiving Weekend success.

The fastest CVRR marathoner in the premier race of the day, Vince Brotherstone, captured one goal to run his race “sub 3” even though he had to run the last 10 km in his stocking feet. In addition to his blisters he received a third place age (M45-49) class medal.

First timers Jerry Van, Marion Bryan, Karen Weller, Raida Bolton, Sharon Fisher and Kioko Martin were very pleased with their individual performances and a few said they would definitely do it again. Chris Stanger ran a quick pace for his first Canadian marathon.

Karen Weller received a third place age (F55-59) class medal for her first time racing the long distance in the Victoria city streets.

Veteran racer Keith Wakelin received a second place age (M50-54) class medal and Les Disher claimed first place in the M60-64 category.

Janet Green ran her 269th marathon and CVRR also took home first place in the Masters marathon team.

It was perfect racing weather according to CVRR president Wayne

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BRIAN ROSE SET a personal best time by shaving over five minutes off the last half marathon he ran.

Crowe as he cruised to break the standing 10-year age record by 20 seconds in the half marathon to

take first place in the M5054 category. Neil Holm was the quickest CVRR racer of the day in the

half distance to claim a second place medal (M4549). Brian Rose performed a personal best time by shaving over five minutes off the last half marathon he ran. Andrea Prager continues to turn in quick performances.

In the 8K race Emily Keyes blazed to a strong finish of 36 minutes flat to take the top medal in F13-15 category. Hannah Bolton joined her mother Raida for the weekend and ran her first race ever and can be very pleased with her results. Jill Blacklock took home a second place medal for her performance in the fast, shorter race of the weekend. Molly Keyes came second overall in the Kids Race.

For most races, a runner will generally set themselves a goal time whether they state that goal out loud or keep it private. Many of the weekend racers met and exceeded their goals. All of the racers represented the CVRR very well. The CVRR Masters Men Marathon team brought home the first place team award while the CVRR Masters Men half marathon team brought home the second place team award.

For full results of the Goodlife Fitness marathon races go to http://runvictoriamarathon.com/aftertherace/results.php For further information on the Comox Valley Road Runners see http://www. cvrr.ca.

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Kellyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s golf talents acknowledged British Columbia award.

In addition, Kelly will be travelling KELLY to Port St. Lucie, Florida from Nov. 18-21 as he quali-

Bill Kelly, the PGA head professional at Glacier Greens Golf Course in Comox, was named as the regional winner for the PGA of BC Teacher of the Year for Vancouver Island as well as being one of four finalists for the

Crown Isle hosts Games ID camp

FRANK EMERY COMPETES in the final of the 65-plus mixed division at the 2007 BC Masters badminton championships in North Vancouver.

Badminton, anyone?

The Courtenay Badminton Club has opened their doors for the 201213 season.

The club has existed for more than 75 years and has produced many senior champions. Today, the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s makeup is mainly recreational but is also quite competitive.

There is a need for new, mature male and female players to join our ranks. If you have skill and would

respect to athlete progression and Long Term Player Development benchmarking.

Mark Valliere, current Crown Isle club champion, will be attending the camp in hopes of achieving a spot on the 2013 team. Valliere has just accepted a golf scholarship at University of Texas Arlington and will begin his studies next August.

As well, coach Robert Ratcliffe, also based out of Crown Isle, has been nominated for the 2012 Coach of the Year, an award that he won in 2011. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community

Crown Isle is hosting a selection ID Camp for the 2013 Canada Summer Games to finalize three boys and three girls to represent British Columbia as part of the Team BC Program.

A total of three selection camps have been designed for players at the High Performance Level, inclusive of 2011 and 2012 provincial champions and select players from the 2011 Western Canada Summer Games Team plus players in the Golf Canada national and development teams.

The focus of the Oct. 19-21 training camp at Crown Isle is to continue to assess and train athletes being considered for a spot on the B.C. team for the 2013 Canada Games. Performance data will be collected and processed on Golf Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sporting DNA program in

like to regain a healthy fitness level through badminton, come have a look.

Practices take place at Lake Trail Secondary, located at 805 Willemar Ave. in Courtenay, Mondays and Thursdays from 7:30-9:30 p.m.

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fied for the Canadian Club Professionals Championships.

In addition, he qualified high enough to be named as part of the four-man British Columbia team competing in the interprovincial event.

This is the fourth time in the past seven years that Kelly has qualified to represent B.C. in the team competition at the Canadian championships for club professionals. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Glacier Greens Golf Course

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Playoffs for darts Comox Legion is holding their darts playoffs this weekend.

Saturday, Oct. 20 is doubles followed by singles; Sunday, Oct. 21 is teams followed by mixed doubles.

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Business mixer Thursday Members of the Comox Valley Women’s Business Network and the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce will showcase their businesses at the annual Business Showcase Mixer, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Best Western, Westerly.

The event is an opportunity for the public to meet WBN and Chamber business owners, and to learn about products and

COASTAL TREK IS a retreat centre on Forbidden Plateau.

Our aim is to empower guests to ❝ make healthy lifestyle changes that are sustainbable in the long-term. ❞ Andrea Stuchbery hands-on kitchen experience and take home inspiring recipes.

“Our vision it to give guests a delicious taste of raw food that they can integrate into daily life,” said Andrea Stuchbery, manager and in-house chef. “Cleansing is often associated with extreme fasting and purging. Though beneficial, people can find themselves falling back into unhealthy lifestyle patterns when they stop.

“Our aim is to empower guests to make healthy lifestyle changes that are sustainable in the long-term. We provide pre-cleanse and postcleanse nutritional

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Guests leave feeling rejuvenated in body and mind, and with tools to integrate their experience into their lives.”

Benefits of eating raw foods include improved digestion, balancing of the body’s

pH levels, weight management and physical vitality.

Coastal Trek is a retreat centre tucked in the mountains on Forbidden Plateau.

Programs help people find health and vitality through hiking, yoga, skiing, snowshoeing, nutrition and massage. The family-run business specializes in small group programs to maintain high quality. www.coastaltrek resort.com

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Claymore BRIC (CBQ) ................ 24.17 BHP Billliton ADR (BHP) ........US$68.47 Power Shrs.QQQ (Nasdaq 100) US$67.17 Aberdeen Asia Pacific (FAP)......... 7.38 S&P TSX 60 (XIU) ...................... 17.55 Government Bonds

5 Year (CDN) ............................1.32% 10 Year (CDN) ..........................1.80% 30 Year (CDN) ..........................2.42% 30 Year Treasury Bonds (US) ......2.87% Fixed Income GICs

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Retreat centre offers cleanse Coastal Trek Resort launches its new Raw Food Cleanse Program this weekend.

Autumn is a perfect time to cleanse, detoxify and rebalance the body inside and out. Traditionally the resort has operated in spring and summer.

This year, with the addition of program director Helen Pattinson, guests can enjoy year-round activities and events centred on health and wellness.

Coastal Trek’s Autumn Cleanse Friday to Monday includes sunrise yoga, raw food, guided nature walks, spa treatments, candlelit yoga, kitchen classes, make your own natural body scrub and a mystery movie night.

Raw Rose, Comox Valley’s renowned raw food chef, leads the kitchen class, sharing her secrets and recipes.

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“We have such a wide range of local businesses in our community,” says Carmie Dixon, WBN showcase co-ordinator.

This year’s event will include vendors offering financial services, real estate and mortgage services, design, marketing, tourism, health and wellness, food, and consumer products from jewelry to cosmetics.

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Interact with Hatchery staff as well as local volunteer Community Groups hosting displays at the facility.

This family event provides opportunity to view hatchery activities as well as painting fish prints, Public Involvement displays, salmon breeding operations, incubation room, marking operations and the always popular underwater viewing area.

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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: 1-855-310-3535 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

Meltdown? What meltdown?

The Canadian government has routinely been criticized for not being aggressive enough in curbing greenhouse gas emissions.

Now a University of Victoria report shows Arctic permafrost is thawing and billions of tonnes of carbon dioxide, previously unaccounted for, is being released into the atmosphere, helping raise global temperatures.

This news comes on the heels of a report from the National Snow and Ice Data Centre, which found that the Arctic sea ice cover melted to its lowest level since 1979 last month.

What these two things have in common is that they are both caused by global warming — along with natural weather patterns — and both increase global warming.

The warming trend in turn creates devastating weather patterns including tornadoes in Brooklyn, droughts in Texas and flooding everywhere from Pakistan to Montreal. These severe weather events cause billions of dollars in damage, not to mention hundreds of thousands of deaths each year. In 2011, the cost of weather disasters worldwide was an estimated $150 billion.

Scientists report that severe weather events that usually occur every 50 to 100 years are appearing in shorter cycles. Our warmer atmosphere creates heat waves, more water evaporation from the oceans adds up to heavier rainfall, rising winds occur and atmospheric chaos ensues.

These dramatic weather events are another indication that global warming is real and all levels of government need to take it seriously.

The federal Liberal government that agreed to the Kyoto Protocol to restrict greenhouse gas emissions, lacked the enthusiasm to meet its targets and since the Conservative takeover, the level of apathy has risen to new heights. The Harper government decided it would never meet the targets so why try?

Perhaps the steady erosion of Canada’s Arctic is reason enough.

As the ice and permafrost melt, and the water rises, Canada will no longer have to worry about Arctic sovereignty as there will be no Arctic land mass left to protect.

— Oak Bay News Record Question of the Week This week: Sixty-four per cent of respondents so far say they are paying closer attention to where their food, especially beef, comes from. Are you worried about E. coli in your meat? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage.

Com Valley shooter Lisa Comox Cunningham returned from the world skeet championships in Texas with a world title in the .410 gauge class.

Dirt bike riders have been damaging the Miracle Beach Elementary School’s playground area and sports field. Officials are concerned that a child might be struck.

Doesn’t sound like democracy Dear editor, When our prime minister can sign a massive giveaway of Canadian resources and rights and rush it through Parliament without discussion, debate or a vote, do we still live in a democracy, or do we now live in a dictatorship?

I am referring to the CanadaChina Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement. It was signed by Prime Minister Harper in Russia on Sept. 9, made public on Sept. 26, and is set for automatic approval on Oct. 31.

No discussion. No debate. No vote.

This is an unprecedented way to deal with the most significant trade agreement to be signed by Canada since NAFTA. Perhaps the speed and secrecy is to make sure Canadians don’t have time to find out what it is really all about.

None of the Opposition MPs have spoken out against this agreement, with the exception of Green Party MP Elizabeth May, who asked for an emergency debate on it and was denied.

The Conservative party MPs never seem to speak up about anything if it means contradicting their leader. And the silence from the mainstream media is deafening.

This agreement guarantees

that Chinese state-owned companies operating in Canada will be treated exactly the same as Canadian companies. They will be able to sue the government of Canada over any decisions that limit or reduce their “expectations of profits,” and will be able to claim damages against Canada for decisions made at the municipal, provincial, or federal level.

Decisions made in our courts can be reversed if they merely threaten to reduce profits of Chinese companies operating in Canada. Disputes won’t be settled in court, but in secret arbitration hearings, so future governments may be forced to change our laws without us ever knowing why.

It gives China a great deal, without offering Canada much at all in return.

And most importantly, the Canada-China Investment Agreement requires that if, in the future, Canada wants to reduce Chinese access to our natural resources (and every one of our natural resources is covered under this agreement, including water), then Canada can only do so to the extent that we limit our own use of those natural resources.

Nobody who really cares about future generations of Canadians would agree to that

According to Andrew Nikiforuk, writing in The Tyee, “the treaty would give Sinopec, one of the big Chinese backers of the Northern Gateway pipeline, the right to sue the government of British Columbia if it blocks the project. Sinopec could also demand that only Chinese labour and materials be used on the pipeline. Moreover the treaty gives Chinese state-owned companies ‘the right to full protection and security from public opposition.’”

Democracy is defined as “a form of government in which all eligible citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives.”

We have a government that was elected with less than 40 per cent of the vote, yet it does whatever it wants to regardless of what the majority of Canadians want.

Our elected representatives are either powerless against a ‘majority’ government, or uninterested in protecting our rights and our resources, and agreements with foreign countries are passed without us ever being told what the implications are for the future of our country, and for future generations.

Doesn’t sound like democracy to me.

Ellen Rainwalker, Cumberland

We can’t afford our politicians any more Dear editor, Is it just me or have other people noticed that the Valley is feeling the poor economic climate?

Well I’d like to let Courtenay, Comox, Cumberland and the regional districts know that a lot of people are suffering in this hardship. People are talking about having hard times just paying rent and buying food.

For some reason I don’t think these authorities realize this.

Perhaps that’s why Courtenay is cutting down trees in Lewis Park

and adding a $5-million expansion to the Lewis Centre.

Do we really need the expansion now?

Jangula is in favour of supporting a taxpayer levy to rebuild the railway.

We have a homeless situation that has been ongoing for years and there is no solution. Maple Pool is in desperate need of help.

What about a taxpayer levy?

Would the rich people vote in favour?

Why do we have three may-

ors and councils and a regional district to run the Comox Valley, a population of around 70,000 people?

What a waste of money. I don’t buy the argument that other communities are run that way.

Time to set an example.

I think it’s time that our voted officials did the public a service and do what’s best for our community and stop spending at least until the economy recovers.

Kim Vogel, Courtenay

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Coast Guard on guard Dear editor, The Canadian Coast Guard must correct recent inaccuracies being reported about changes to its Marine Communications and Traffic Service centres (MCTS).

Our centres rely on a network of unmanned radio and radar towers to pick up and transmit digital and audio information, which is then shared with our highly trained employees at MCTS centres across Canada. Coast Guardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s radio and radar towers will remain exactly where they are today.

In British Columbia, and across Canada, our centres will be upgraded with the latest generation of interconnected radio communications technology. If a centre were to experience an outage, a neighbouring one will be able to pick up the geographical area covered by that centre until service is restored. This improves reliability and enhances the safety of mariners.

The old system, based on integrating diverse information from 30-year-old technology and firstgeneration computer systems, was always a challenge.

Our employees rely on a variety of digital and automated tools that allow them to interpret and act on information from a workstation to deliver services to mariners.

This modern technology, which includes communication towers,

radars and cameras, means that regardless of fog or darkness it is not necessary to visually observe vessel movements or harbour activity for employees to provide these services.

By having more staff at fewer and better-equipped centres, Coast Guard will be able to provide more reliable service to mariners, as well as better manage fluctuating workload and improve backup capabilities.

In British Columbia, the MCTS centres in Tofino, Comox, Vancouver, Victoria and Prince Rupert will be consolidated into updated and modernized centres in Victoria and Prince Rupert, continuing the same excellent service mariners experience today.

It is also important to remember that this is not the first time this has been done. For example, in the 1990s, when more effective technology became available, the Coast Guard integrated vessel traffic and radio services from 44 stations to 22 stations. There was no impact on services.

The Canadian Coast Guard will continue to ensure its employees have the tools necessary to deliver on our top priority â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the safety of mariners.

Jody Thomas Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: Jody Thomas is deputy commissioner of the Canadian Coast Guard.

Non-Christians slighted Dear editor, I am writing to Public Safety Minister Vic Toews to encourage him to re-examine his decision not to renew part-time contracts with faith communities for the provision of chaplaincy services with Correctional Service Canada.

This decision would effectively terminate chaplaincy services for non-Christians.

This is especially concerning when a disproportionate number of people in prisons are of aboriginal background and have specific spiritual needs that are not necessarily well addressed by Christian chaplains, particularly considering that the relationship between many aboriginal people and Christianity has been severely damaged by the Christian churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s participation in Indian residential schools.

Spiritual care is an important component in healing and rehabilitation for many offenders, whatever their faith background.

Christian clergy do not have the specialized training that an aboriginal spiritual leader, an Islamic imam, or a Sikh or Hindu leader has to offer to those who are already excluded from many basic human interactions by their incarceration.

In addition to providing worship services and officiating at sacraments; spiritual leaders also provide culturally and religiously appropriate crisis intervention; religious education and pastoral care; oversee culturally specific community involvement; and facilitate understanding among volunteers. I want to register my most profound and deepest concern in this matter, and to encourage Mr. Toews to immediately rehire and/or renew the contracts of all chaplains of all faiths in our federal prison systems.

Rev. Julianne Kasmer, Cumberland Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: Julianne Kasmer ministers at Cumberland United Church.

COMOX VALLEY RECORD â&#x20AC;˘ Wednesday, October 17, 2012

THANKS TO EVERYONE who came out to celebrate the 100th birthday of the Old Orchard! The Old Orchard Neighbourhood Association would like to thank Diana Schroeder for her tireless efforts making it happen, her friends Marcella and Dawn for all their hard work getting things ready, Andrew Clark for the use of his yard, as well as Eve Mark, Peter Merrick, Steve Shoenhoff and everyone else who helped out during the day.

Special thanks go out to the entire crew of Pressing Matter Mobile Juicing, and also Grains Bakery, Rob Samsom, Evelyn, Lush Comox Valley, Bonnie Oakes and all the apple tree owners for their generous donations. Lastly, three cheers for Judith Wright and Dan Jackson from Ă&#x2030;cole Puntledge Elementary, all the apple harvesters from divisions 10 and 12, and the parent volunteers for doing such an incredible job collecting apples. You all help to make our community great!

A SCHOOL-SIZED BOUQUET to Sunwest Volkswagen for their generous support of Southgate Middle Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Terry Fox fundraiser. By donating water and oranges you made our event special, and through your incredible offer to match our funds raised, you created excitement among our students and partnered in a significant donation to the Terry Fox Foundation.

Thanks again, Sunwest Volkswagen.

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Small business gets special day NAOMI YAMAMOTO

Huge driver Minister of State for Small Business Naomi Yamamoto released the following statement on National Small Business Week from Oct. 15 to 19: “Small business is a huge economic driver in this province, employing over one million people. In fact, 98 per cent of all businesses in B.C. are small businesses.

“I know it isn’t easy being a small business owner, having owned my own business for 21 years.

So, during Small Business Week and Small Business Month in B.C., let’s take the time to celebrate the courage, determination and dedication of each and every small business owner in this province. ” — Minister of State for Small Business

Canadian small businesses are crucial to Canada’s economic success.

They are responsible for creating millions of jobs across the country.

Small business entrepreneurs are powering our economy through innovation, job creation and new, exciting ideas.

Canada would not be the same without our small business owners.

Our economic success depends on them: • Small businesses are responsible for 42 per cent of Canada’s private sector GDP; • Approximately five million Canadians are employed by small businesses, which is 48 per cent of Canada’s private sector labour force; and • Between 2001-2010, over 47 per cent of new jobs were created by small businesses in Canada.

Shopping at a small business is a special experience – you cannot get it at a big-box store. Many products are unique and impossible to find anywhere else.

Small business owners are reputable and know their products intimately.

They are often family-run, handed down from generation to generation.

When you buy from a small business, you support local families and local jobs. Small businesses matter to our economy, to our communities, and to our friends and neighbours.

Oct. 20 is Canada’s Small Business Saturday.

It’s where we thank small businesses for all their work. Join thousands of Canadians who are committing to shop small and keeping our communities vibrant and strong.

Why should small businesspeople join Small Business Saturday?

When you participate in Canada’s Small Business Saturday, you are joining thousands of Canadians all across the country who are standing up and supporting local entrepreneurs and small businesses.

For more, visit shopsmallbiz.ca.

THE EIGHTH ANNUAL Small Business Expo brought small Comox Valley businesses together recently at the Native Sons Hall. Small businesses unite again this weekend for Canada’s Small Business Saturday.

PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK

Good for business, good for the planet We’re making it easier for small businesses to upgrade natural gas boilers, water heaters and commercial cooking equipment. Just choose high-efficiency models and you may qualify for rebates from FortisBC. A rebate and ongoing energy savings? Now that’s good for business.

To learn more visit fortisbc.com/businessoffers.

“Choosing a high-efficiency water heater lessened our impact on the environment, and we got a $4,500 rebate from FortisBC’s Efficient Commercial Water Heater Program.”

Need a gas contractor?

Search our directory of licensed BC Safety Authority gas contractors at fortisbc.com/findacontractor.

Ryan Martin, General Manager, Hume Hotel, Nelson FortisBC Energy Inc., FortisBC Energy (Vancouver Island) Inc. and FortisBC Energy (Whistler) Inc. do business as FortisBC. The companies are indirect, wholly owned subsidiaries of Fortis Inc. FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc. (12-300 10/2012)

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Small business succession It is your small busiYOUR MONEY ness and you’ve worked hard to make it a success.

But one day it won’t EVIN be yours.

OBBELSTEYN You’ll decide to step back and hand over day-to-day responsibil- an interest in the ities to someone else, business but at what or a medical event may value?

You might plan on make the decision for you. That’s why you leaving shares to a pershould put a succes- son, like one of your sion plan in place that children, but have you ensures your hopes for considered if there are your business – like enough other assets in your funding a estate comfortfor other There are able retirechildren? ment or many differDo you leaving a need to legacy for ent aspects to increase your fam- deal with when y o u r ily – are winding down insurance realized. a business, such coverage H e r e to proare some as disposing of vide that essential remaining inveninherip l a n n i n g tory, giving notice tance? items to to landlords, credi• Wind consider: it down?

• Sell tors and customIf your it? ers and, if your knowlAt some edge and point, sell business is incorexpertise your busi- porated, deciding ness to the whether to keep the is the bigasset highest corporation going gest in your bidder. Or if you have for tax purposes or business, you may co-owners, winding it up. not be partners able to sell or other shareholders, have it unless your client list has some value. them buy you out.

There are many difBe sure you have a buy-sell agreement in ferent aspects to deal place. Speak to your with when winding lawyer about putting down a business, such one in place before you as disposing of remainare in a position that ing inventory, giving you want to sell your notice to landlords, creditors and custombusiness.

Alternatively, you ers and, if your busicould offer ownership ness is incorporated, to certain key employ- deciding whether to ees. The most difficult keep the corporation task may be setting going for tax purposes a value on your busi- or winding it up.

• Other things to ness.

• Keep it in the fam- consider: Assessing the tax ily?

You’ll have to decide liabilities of the sale how to finance the to you, your family or transfer. The new estate; ensuring the owner could purchase growth on your busi-

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ness receives the most favourable tax treatment; considering capping the tax liability on your business through an estate freeze by transferring ownership and future growth of capital assets, usually to your children, now rather than after your death; or placing the business in a family trust that becomes a separate taxable entity and is not included in your estate.

When making your succession plan for your business you should consult a lawyer to deal with the

legal aspects.

It’s hard to imagine your business without you — but you need to plan for that day now and your legal and tax advisers and professional adviser have the knowledge and perspective to help you make the right decisions for your business and every other aspect of your financial life.

J. Kevin Dobbelsteyn is a certified financial planner with Investors Group Financial Services Inc. His column appears every Wednesday.

Choose a registered midwife Registered midwives are experts in pregnancy, birth and newborn care.

Highly-trained and educated, registered midwives administer a wide array of medical tests, procedures and ŵĞĚŝĐĂƟŽŶƐ ĂŶĚ ĂƌĞ ƐŬŝůůĞĚ ŝŶ ŵĂŶĂŐŝŶŐ ůĂďŽƵƌ ĂŶĚ ŶĞǁďŽƌŶ ĐŽŵƉůŝĐĂƟŽŶƐ͘ They are regulated by the Province and their services are covered by MSP, as long as you have a BC CareCard.

Have your baby in hospital or at home ĂŶĚ ƌĞĐĞŝǀĞ ƐĂĨĞ͕ ƐŬŝůůĞĚ ĂŶĚ ƉĞƌƐŽŶĂůŝnjĞĚ care with a registered midwife.

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We Match Prices! *Look for the symbol in store. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES (note that our major supermarket competitors may not). Due to the fact that product is ordered prior to the time of our Ad Match checks, quantities may be limited. We match select items in our major supermarket competitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ďŹ&#x201A;yers throughout the week. Major supermarket competitors are determined solely by us based on a number of factors which can vary by store location. We match identical items (deďŹ ned as same brand, size, and attributes) and for fresh produce, meat and bakery, we match a comparable item (as determined solely by us).