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Record Staff The fate of two young Newfoundland dogs will be delayed, following the conclusion of a hearing for an application to destroy the dogs brought forth by the Comox Valley Regional District in July. A decision was scheduled for Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. at the Courtenay courthouse, but has been put over to a future date, which has not yet been determined. No reasons was given for the delay. Black Creek couple Edith and Jacques Manseau’s two dogs — Chum and Champ — are being held at the Comox Valley SPCA following seizure spurred from a Jan. 5 complaint of a vicious dog attack. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Regional district directors are not on board with a compensation consultant’s recommended pay hikes, which they consider too steep considering today’s economic climate. The CVRD retained Maurice Lamb to review pay, benefits and expenses of the board chair, municipal reps and electoral area directors. The last review was conducted in 2006 before the Comox Strathcona Regional District was dissolved. Upon comparing districts and municipalities in B.C. with comparable job duties, Lamb concluded that remuneration levels should be increased to equal those of Central Kootenay, where directors are highest paid among those studied. Directors took exception to the part of Lamb’s report that suggests electoral directors spend 20 to 30 hours per week on board business while municipal directors invest three to 10 hours per week. Starr Winchester said she spends more time at district meetings than she does at Courtenay council. That said, she defends area directors who are the lone contact for their constituents. “I wouldn’t want that job for all the tea in China,” she said Tuesday at a CVRD committee of the whole meeting. Comox director Tom Grant feels it is “ridiculous” to suggest first-year directors such as himself spend a handful of hours each ... see HEFTY ■ A2

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A Comox man who faced the most counts against him for participating in last year’s Stanley Cup riots in Vancouver pleaded guilty to rioting, and could face jail time. Timothy Lau was charged with four counts of mischief to property over $5,000, two counts of mischief, two counts of break and enter and commit indictable office and one count of taking part in a riot. As Lau pleaded guilty to the most serious charge, his other charges are to be stayed. According to media reports, Crown argued Lau should be jailed for six to nine months. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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directors. week tending to disThe board favoured trict matters. While a a motion from Cumnew hire is not expectberland director Gwyn ed to know as much Sproule to remove Step as the boss, Grant said 1, opting instead for first-year directors are one rate. expected to know as As of 2011 before much as every board 2012 consumer price member. index (CPI) adjustGrant feels Lamb’s ments, municipal directwo-step plan with tors receive $10,377. remuneration rates at The board favoured 75 per cent for the first a motion from Grant year is unfair. to amend the recomJIM GILLIS Lamb recommends mended second-year municipal directors ing. To meet long-terms amount from $12,072 receive $9,054, elec- goals, you need to pay to $11,000. toral directors $23,346 people right.” Area directors receive and the board chair Directors, however, $20,709 and board $22,203. These rates feel a steep increase chair Edwin Grieve would be bumped to from first to second receives $33,161. The 100 per cent board will for second r e c e i v e I think one sudden jump or additionadjustments al years of would make the public cringe. in 2013 and office, pay2014 based Manno Theos on the B.C. ing $12,072, $31,128 and Consumer year would not sit well Price Index. $29,604 respectively. “It’s a fairly hefty with the public. For the new board “I think one sudden starting January 2015, hike I’m recommendjump would make the remuneration will be ing,” Lamb said. Noting “extreme ine- public cringe,” Cour- $11,000 for municiquality” in pay rates tenay director Manno pal directors, $25,000 between districts he Theos said. for area directors and Area B director Jim $29,604 for the board studied, Lamb feels the “quasi-volunteer posi- Gillis, who agreed the chair. tions” of district direc- “optics are bad,” used These figures are the apple-orange anal- based on bylaw and tors are underpaid. “Community respon- ogy to compare munici- board adoption. sibilities are increas- pal and electoral reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Friday, October 19, 2012

Homeless World Cup players bonded, says Mathias Scott Stanfield Record Staff

A ball can change the world. This sentiment, which appears on the Street Soccer Canada website, certainly rings true for Joan Mathias, the Courtenay resident who was among thousands of players from dozens of countries competing at the 10th Homeless World Cup which wound up Sunday in Mexico City. Joan is a member of Maple Pool United, a local squad that formed out of the Dawn to Dawn: Action on Homelessness Society street soccer program. Following the Western Canadian qualifier, officials from Street Soccer Canada selected her for the Canadian women’s team to compete in Mexico. Their opponents included the host side which had lost to Brazil in the final of last year’s tournament in Paris. The Mexican women turned the tables this year by beating Brazil 6-2 in the final. “They were easy on us,” Joan said, noting a Mexican reserve team helped other countries hampered by injuries and player shortages. “We had a wonderful Mexican goalkeeper for us. She was named goalie of the tournament.” At 49, Joan was the eldest member of the Canadian women’s and men’s teams. The youngest was a 17-year-old from Halifax. Her teammates called her either Mama Joanie or Auntie Joanie. Her roommate was “our little star Amanda,” who scored the most goals for Team Canada. “We bonded because we didn’t know any of our teammates until we met on the airplane,” said Joan, one of four players on the women’s team, along with two substitutes from Mexico. “Like every other team we were hit by a lot of injuries.” Air quality, heat and altitude presented other challenges. “It was a real test on our stamina. It was very hard to run and to breathe,”

STREET SOCCER 101 In street soccer, four-player teams compete on a turf field about 22 metres long surrounded by boards. Nets are about the same height as those used in hockey but wider. Mel Young of Scotland and Harald Schmied of Austria founded the Homeless World Cup organization in 2001. They were searching for an international language to unite homeless people around the world. They decided soccer could act as the common ground. The inaugural tournament took place in 2003 in Graz, Austria. According to the organization, more than 70 per cent of Homeless World Cup players changed their lives by beating addictions, moving into jobs, homes, training, education and by repairing relationships.

Joan said, recalling the turf was “on fire” on one especially hot day. The high point of the tourney was when Joan scored a tying goal that sent the match into a penalty shootout, which Canada won. “What a feeling,” she said. Another high was beating Team USA. “That was THE best,” Joan said laughing. The low point? Sketchy Internet and no Tim Hortons, but she noticed plenty of Starbucks. After Joan’s team lost its first game 17-0, the referee known as Happy Harry — impressed she was still smiling after a lopsided loss — presented Joan with a whistle for her display of sportsmanship. She was also presented with a beaded mariachi guitar at the end of the tournament for being an MVP, more in terms of attitude than ability. All participants received medals. Another honour was her selection as a flag bearer at the opening ceremony, though Joan wound up carrying the Canada sign because the flag was too heavy. Team Canada members were outfitted with jerseys, shorts, indoor cleats and tracksuits. In the spirit of international soccer, Joan traded her top for a Scotland street soccer jersey. “We were treated like royalty,” she said. “It didn’t matter what country, everyone loved Canada. We were fed beautifully by massive buffets at the

Grand Hotel.” Through Facebook, she can keep in touch with her newly acquired international friends, such as the Finnish and Welsh men’s teams that stayed at the same hotel. “We were always there rooting for them and they rooted for us.” A Dawn to Dawn client, Joan has worked at Home Depot, Willemar Grocery, the Superstore gas bar and at Light House Lamps and Lighting in Courtenay. She is looking for employment but is limited due to chronic neck pain. She likes working with the public, be it retail or helping people with their disability. “I’ve lived through it,” Joan said. “When I help people, it makes me happy. It empowers me, actually.” She said the local street soccer program has changed her life — as has the experience of the Homeless World Cup. “It’s changed my attitude,” Joan said. “The things I’ve seen and experienced. There’s no words to describe it. My heart is just — wow — I can’t explain it.” She is grateful to the Comox Valley community for making her trip possible. “The generosity and acknowledgments have been unbelievable, and very much appreciated,” Joan said. Some of the action from Mexico has been posted at streetsoccercanada.org and Facebook.

A MARIACHI GUITAR was awarded to Joan Mathias for being an MVP during the soccer Homeless World Cup in Mexico City. She also received a referee’s whistle for being a good sport, a medal for participating — and enough memories to last a lifetime.

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Friday, October 19, 2012

Long list ends at 40 Top 40 Under 40 Award recipients announced by Chamber After months of promotion, weeks of deliberation and endless hours of organization and planning, the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce has announced the recipients of their inaugural Top 40 Under 40 Awards. The final 40 (listed

on page A6) will be honoured at a gala cocktail reception and dance Oct. 25 at Crown Isle Resort. A special supplement highlighting each individual’s achievements will be published in the Comox Valley Record on Oct. 24. “We have been absolutely blown away by the community support of this program,” says Chamber president and CEO Dianne Hawkins. “Despite the fact that completing the nomination forms took considerable time,

we received close to 100 submissions. We truly appreciate the effort that these people took to submit nominations in effort to help us recognize so many aspiring entrepreneurs and young professionals in our community.” The Chamber is also grateful for the generous support it has received from local businesses, including the Comox Valley Record, whose donations of cash and gifts ‘in kind’ have made it possible to orchestrate See PARALYMPIC, A6

FINAL WEEK OF THE SEASON! Open for golf and lunch everyday, Saturday & Sunday breakfast until October 28th. First tee off 9am, last tee off 4pm THANK YOU THIRTY-FOUR OF THE Top 40 Under 40 Award recipients gather in advance of the gala celebration. PHOTO BY GORDON ROSS PHOTOGRAPHY

Aboriginal AGM Wednesday Is your child First Nations, Métis or Inuit? Parent/guardian representatives are needed! The Aboriginal Education Council (Comox Valley School District) invites you to attend their annual general meeting Oct. 24 at 5:30 p.m. in the Aboriginal Education Centre at 665 16th St. (down lane, green

building) behind Courtenay Elementary School. Dinner and on-site childcare will be provided. For details, contact Sallie Crawford, senior administrative assistant of aboriginal education at sallie.crawford@sd71.bc.ca or 250331-4040. — Aboriginal Education Council

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Paralympic winner to speak Continued from A5

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sold-out event, however, a limited number of tickets may still be available on the Chamber’s website. Tickets will not be available at the door. The Top 40 Under 40 Awards program was launched by the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce this summer as a way to celebrate the accomplishments of young professionals and youth who are making a difference in the Comox Valley and beyond. For more information on the Top 40 Under 40 Awards program, visit www.comoxvalleychamber.com or phone 250-334-3234. — Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce

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of jewelry from a resident who lives on the 2700 block of Penrith Ave. in Cumberland on October 13th, 2012. The woman victim suspects a family member. Some of the jewelry has been recovered at local pawn shops. This investigation is continuing. (2012-12855) On October 13th, 2012 police received a report of a hit and run motor vehicle collision, with witnesses, in the parking lot at 757 Ryan Rd. in Courtenay. The suspect vehicle was located at the owners residence with damage consistent with a collision. The driver was charged under the motor vehicle act for failing to remain at the scene of an accident. (201212858) A small surprise awaited a Courtenay resident while out GeoCaching in the Courtenay area on October 13th, 2012. The man relates that he went to the co-ordinates of a cache and located a container with a white powder in it. The container was seized and destroyed by police. (2012-12859) On October 13th, 2012 police took a report of a theft of money from a residence on the 4700 block of Muir Rd. in Courtenay. Through investigation it was found that a female, the victim knows, entered her residence and stole $160.00 in cash. (2012-12860) Police received a complaint of an abandoned boat near Sea Lion Rd. on Denman Island on October 13th, 2012. The boat is described as a Catamaran type boat. This investigation is continuing. (2012-12865) Police are investigating a suspicious occurrence that happened on October 13th, 2012 on Ryan Rd. in Courtenay. It is reported that a Negro man stopped his truck and offered a ride to a female. After declining the ride the man again asked the female. Once declined a second time the man drove down the road and got out of his truck. The female had her boyfriend attend to give her a ride and the truck was gone by that time. (2012-12867) On October 13th, 2012 a report of vandalism was received of a bus shelter, near the Chevron gas bar on Ryan Rd. in Courtenay, having the glass smashed out. (2012-12878) Police responded to a complaint of a drunk male sleeping on patio furniture on the 4700 block of Maple Ridge Dr. in Courtenay on October 13th, 2012. The homeowners state that they woke up to ﬁnd the man sleeping outside. The man was so inebriated that he thought he was in Powell River and did not know where he was staying in Courtenay. The man was lodged in police cells until sober. (2012-12881) On October 14th, 2012 a transit bus driver called police for three unruly youths. The driver stated that he kicked the three youths off the bus for swearing and obscene language.

While departing the bus one of the youths spat at the him and then kicked the side of the bus. The youths were not located. (2012-12891) A report of an assault, that took place on October 14th, 2012 on the 2600 block of Kirby road in the Merville area, was called into police. The preliminary investigation reveals no apparent motive for the assault. This investigation is continuing. (201212897) Police responded to a report of an assault that had taken place on the 100 block of Centennial drive in Courtenay during the evening of October 15th, 2012. The victim report being punched in the face and having her money taken. This investigation is continuing. (2012-12937) Police are investigating a rash of Graffiti in the West Courtenay area over the last week. If anyone has any information regarding this recent rash of spray painting they are asked to call the Comox Valley RCMP or Crime Stoppers. On October 15th, 2012 police attended to a two vehicle collision at the intersection of Cliffe avenue and 26th street in Courtenay. The investigation revealed that a truck which was traveling South bound on Cliffe Ave. went through a Red light and collided with a car turning left onto 26th street. The driver of the truck was given a motor vehicle act ticket for failing to stop at a red light. (2012-12921) Police received a report of a child being struck by a tan colored Chevrolet van while walking in the alley behind the Head Start pre-school located on Cumberland Rd in Courtenay. The boy was taken to the hospital and later released with non-life threatening injuries. This investigation is continuing. (2012-12923) On October 15th, 2012 a report of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle, while walking in a crosswalk, was received by the RCMP. The young woman reports that a Black colored SUV started into the intersection when she was in front of it in the crosswalk and it knocked her about four or five feet forward. The driver of the SUV left the scene without finding out if the young woman was injured. If you have any information about this collision you are asked to call the Comox Valley RCMP. (2012-12919) If you have any information as to who committed these crimes, you are asked to contact the Comox Valley RCMP @ 250-338-1321 or Crime Stoppers @ 1 800-222 TIPS (8477). You may also view recent wanted persons and crimes on our website at www.comoxvalleycrimestoppers. com. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards of up to $2000 for any information leading to an arrest. Remember that your information is anonymous and no effort will be made to identify the caller.

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Island’s Training Hub for Plumbing Lives Here Jason Zunino, of Courtenay, advances his plumbing skills close to home with NIC’s Plumbing Apprenticeship Traning program, the Island’s only ITA-approved plumbing program north of Victoria. Level 1 apprenticeship training starts this November. Or, get started with Plumbing and Piping Foundation in February. Find out more: call 250-334-5000.

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Centre, equipment and facilities. More students come from Nanaimo, Port Alberni, Zeballos, and more to ﬁll demand and gain the skills employers require to bid on everything from new elementary schools on the North Island to grocery stores, housing developments, and hospital projects in Campbell River and Courtenay.

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NIC ﬁrst offered its six-week Carpentry Apprenticeship Training program in the Valley when the Trades Training Centre opened in February 2011.

For Tom Klatt, the decision to start a career in carpentry is just as relevant today as it ever was.

Since then, 170 carpentry apprentices have already completed their ﬁrst level of training at the Comox Valley campus.

“It’s a good choice,” said Klatt, a carpentry instructor at the Comox Valley campus. “There is an upcoming shortage of skilled workers in all the trades, including carpentry, which means graduates have much better wage earning potential after four years than students who are still working their way through school.”

In addition, 51 students completed NIC’s 24-week Carpentry Foundation program. About half of those students were Campbell River or Comox Valley high school students who are trained and ready to begin working as entry-level carpenters before graduation.

“If you like using your brain and you have the ability to do physically demanding work, you’ll be in a really good situation.” This year, Klatt sees Level 1 apprenticeship students coming from as far away as Victoria to take advantage of NIC’s new Trades Training

Level 2 and Level 4 Carpentry Apprenticeship Training programs start this November, with Level 3 training beginning in January. Carpentry Foundation starts in February. Talk to an advisor for schedules and admission requirements. Find out more: www.nic.bc.ca/trades.

There is an upcoming shortage of skilled workers in all the trades, including carpentry,” Tom Klatt, NIC Carpentry Instructor.

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PLUMBING APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING Advance your skills in the plumbing trade and work toward your Interprovincial (Red Seal) designation in NIC’s Plumbing Apprenticeship Training program. Length: 6-8 weeks per level Location: Comox Valley Tuition: $505 to $670 approx per level + fees/books/supplies PROFESSIONAL COOK I & 2 Become a culinary professional with Professional Cook 1 & 2 in Campbell River this January. Start as a registered apprentice and qualify for work and apprenticeship credit toward your Interprovincial (Red Seal) designation. Length: 27 to 13 weeks full time, depending on level Location: Campbell River Tuition: $2,050 to $880 approx + fees/books/supplies WELDING LEVEL C, B, A Train for a career essential to forestry, ﬁshing, aquaculture, manufacturing, and more. Classes available days and evenings. Start anytime with continuous entry. Length: 28 (C), 16 (B), or 8 (A) weeks full time Location: Campbell River Tuition: $2,050 (C), $1,170 (B), or $590 (A) approx + fees/books/supplies

Do you love helping others? Interested in a fulﬁlling health care ﬁeld? Prepare for a rewarding, high-demand career in seniors’ care this January, with NIC’s Health Care Assistant program. Graduates qualify for employment as a frontline care providers in residential care facilities, home support agencies, group homes, and more. To enter, students need a C+ in English 11, or NIC 052, or equivalent. Haven’t been to school in a long time? Talk to us about a prior learning assessment and tuition-free upgrading. Find out more: www.nic.bc.ca/health.

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neighbourhood has concerns, but with the limitations that are upon us, I don’t see that a whole lot can change,” said Coun. Patti Fletcher. “I think Erin Haluschak what’s been done here is a good project conRecord Staff sidering what could Comox council gave have happened. the green light to facili“This could be subtate a three-lot, bare divided, the trees could land strata subdivision all be gone ... is the for single-family develneighbourhood going opment on Queens Aveto change with a few nue, despite a rally by more homes? Yes ... but neighbours at Wednesoverall I think the comday’s council meeting. munity will benefit.” Neighbours voiced Fletcher added the their opposition to Don project will add to infill, Grant’s develcould bring opment permit more people and developdowntown and This could be subdivided, ment variance builds on existthe trees could all be gone … permit applicaing infrastructions to create is the neighbourhood going to ture. the stratas at change with a few more homes? The motion 1865 Queens was carried Yes … but overall I think the Ave., as they after Coun. noted they do community will benefit. Tom Grant not want to see Patti Fletcher declared a conan increase flict of interest in traffic and and removed potential water and a four-fold increase of himself from the dissoil impact on neigh- vehicle traffic on the cussion and vote. pedestrian-friendly bouring homes. The arborist’s report Grant noted in his street. states Tom Grant of Marvin Kamenz, Kokomo Investments presentation to council he wants to make the planner for the Town, Ltd. is the client who best use of the prop- told council in a pre- wishes to subdivide the erty (which currently sentation that current property. has a home on the zoning on the propphotos@comoxvalleyrecord.com land) by rejuvenating erty allows the owner the craftsman home, by to remove all trees or LETTERS TO increasing the tax base structures if he chooses THE EDITOR without increasing ser- to do so, and the curvices, and allowing the rent proposal considers E-MAIL TO: design to have little an alternative plan. letters@comoxvalleyrecord.com “I understand the impact on the neighbourhood. “One of the goals of the OCP (official comDr. James G. Chartrand munity plan) is to have Practice Closure the design maximize the zoning density,” Our office will be closing 31 October 2012. said Grant. “The project will add $32,000 to Dr. Aaron Clark has agreed to accept any patients the DCC (development requiring ongoing care. cost charges) fund.” The variance perYour family doctor will need to refer you to Dr. Clark. mit is to reduce the We have appreciated the opportunity to provide your care minimum parcel frontage from 20 metres to over the past 30 years. seven metres and to reduce the minimum required front setback from 7.5 metres to three metres. Adjacent landowners asked council following Grant’s presentation to reconsider the applications, as the argued they had little time to gather and exchange ideas and collectively compile their concerns. “We sought out our home on Queens Avenue because it was pristine, quirky, and we found a place of our dreams,” said neighbour Peter Wilson, who added there could be

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Gather together with like-minded people this Sunday, as local mediums, clairvoyants, psychics and energy workers will offer mini-sessions at the fifth Comox Valley Spirit Fair. This popular event hosted by local events company Mystic Vancouver Island, brings like-minded people together to take in mini-readings with mediums and psychics, browse the booths of locally made handicrafts, fairly traded gifts from Bali and enjoy a sampling of services from body and energy workers. You can expect to see many readers using diverse methods of divination such as traditional tarot, tea leaf readings, angel card readings and psychic/ clairvoyant readings. The Spirit Fair will again be held at the K’ómoks Band Hall on Comox Road on Oct. 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. For more, visit www. mysticvancouverisland.com. — Mystic Vancouver Island

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Bus service through the Comox Valley is on the chopping block again, and Courtenay council is not pleased about it. Greyhound Canada Transportation ULC has applied to the B.C. Passenger Transportation Board (PTB) to reduce its minimum route frequency from Nanaimo to Campbell River to one trip per day instead of two. It also applied to eliminate service from Victoria to Mount Washington, which currently operates at least three times per

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we should be very adamant that we oppose that.” Greyhound proposes to cut services on 15 routes throughout the province, noting “unsustainable” losses of $14.1 million in B.C. last year, according to an explanatory paper from the company. Coun. Bill Anglin pointed out that there is a “business case” for

it’s an important piece of our transportation infrastructure.” Mayor Larry Jangula pointed out the route from Nanaimo to Campbell River was already trimmed back years ago. “They cut it three years ago, I think from three routes a day to two, and now they want to cut it to one,” said Jangula. “I think that

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Pair suspicious of St. Joseph’s flood explanation Two women say they will go to the RCMP with concerns Renee Andor Record Staff

A flood St. Joseph’s General Hospital says damaged X-ray films years ago has two Comox Valley women concerned — and the news is prompting them to go to the RCMP. According to Eric Macdonald, St. Joe’s vice-president of finance, capital and support services, there was a flood in the winter of 2008. “We had a burst water pipe in the basement of the 38 wing there where our records are stored, and unfortunately a number of our X-ray films from earlier years — these aren’t current by any means — were damaged so they were no longer legible,” said Macdonald. “If somebody has a request for their file, we can tell them if there’s a missing X-ray or not, but going back to that period, it was about 5,000 film jackets that were damaged.” He added the interpretive reports — reports analyzing the data on the films themselves — were not affected by the flood. But, Yvonne Kafka, who has a medical history with St. Joseph’s, said having the original X-ray film is important for doctors to use for comparisons when diagnosing and for rereads if a person is misdiagnosed, among other things. She and Lorna Clark, who also has a medical history with the hospital, question the validity of the flood, citing a possible coverup of the destruction of old mammography films. Kafka and Clark have been recording their phone conversations with hospital staff and had planned to contact the RCMP about the matter Thursday. “We’re prepared to go to the RCMP,” said Kafka Wednesday. “I think this is getting a little bit out of hand, and I think we’ve got enough information

COMOX VALLEY RESIDENT Yvonne Kafka is concerned about a possible coverup at St. Joseph’s General Hospital. FILE PHOTO

I think this is getting a little bit ❝ out of hand, and I think we’ve got enough information here for the RCMP to go in and, you know, to see if criminal charges should be laid to the right parties here.

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here for the RCMP to go in and, you know, to see if criminal charges should be laid to the right parties here.” Kafka and Clark say the hospital is changing its story, among other allegations. Clark recorded a phone conversation with herself and the hospital’s manager of health records saying the films were disposed of because they were mouldy from the flood, but that she didn’t know when the flood occurred because she wasn’t at the hospital at that time. But, Macdonald said there was no mould on the diagnostic imaging films; he said they were damaged instantly by the burst pipe and would have been promptly shredded after hospital staff recorded which files were destroyed by water. He added that “everything was fully digital by 2003” in terms of X-rays so the files that

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were damaged would have been from pre2003 and “really have no relevance clinically at this point and time.” He also pointed out the hospital used to

recycle most films over seven years old before a directive from the Ministry of Health in 1997, which asked that all records be kept in case they were needed in a government lawsuit against tobacco companies going on at that time. Macdonald could not list a specific timeframe for the damaged records. “It’s not a specific time frame; it’s just a bunch of patients and

they’re stored in a numeric sequence and so it could’ve been different years,” he said. “It’s hard to say.” Kafka said her mammography films were dated between 2005 and 2008; she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008 and believes she was misdiagnosed until that point. She pointed out that mammography films did not go digital in 2003 like the rest of the hospital’s diagnostic imaging systems. Macdonald confirmed Kafka’s statement after he looked up when the new system was installed for mammograms. “Digital mammography system installed in 2008 — was when that got installed and up until that time it was films. I am not entirely sure what portion of films were stored where,” said Macdonald. “Up until 2008, they were on film and, potentially I guess, could have been stored in that room.” Kafka acknowledged she has not asked the hospital if her records were damaged, adding she has cut off contact with the hospital due to her frustrations with it over the years. Due to patient confidentiality, it is up to Kafka to ask for her records, according to Macdonald. Macdonald said the hospital is “absolutely not” trying to cover anything up,

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THE CREW OF Operation High Seas Driftnet returned to 19 Wing Comox and offered a tour of the CP-140 Aurora aircraft that was used in the mission. PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK

Patrols seeking driftnets Erin Haluschak Record Staff

A team effort between the Department of National Defence and the Department of Fisheries and Ocean was a success. Last Friday marked the return of a Canadian crew to CFB Comox for their part in a mission to eradicate illegal fishing in the Pacific Ocean. Operation High Seas Driftnet is part of a collaborative international initiative of the North Pacific Anadromous Fish Commission (NPAFC) to deter illegal fishing activity using aerial and at-sea patrols, as well as satellite imaging technology, explained Randy Kamp, parliamentary secretary for Fisheries and Oceans Friday at a hangar at 19 Wing Comox. Inside the hangar, the Canadian crew displayed the aircraft — based at the Wing — which participated in the mission and discussed their role in the operations. “It’s different this year because we’re based in Japan for the very first time,” said Larry Paike, director of law enforcement for Fisheries and Oceans, Conservation and Protection Section. “We’re enforcing the UN ban on illegal high seas driftnets. That’s a ban that was invoked in 1993 and has been conducted on since that year with co-operation with

our partners in the Department of National Defence and this year it was partnered with the Japanese government as well.” The mission was the first year the operation flew from Hakodate, Japan, which Paike noted demonstrated Canada’s and Japan’s partnership to combating the use of driftnets. The crew used a CP-140 Aurora aircraft, one of the few aircrafts in the world equipped to effectively search a vast area. The aircraft patrolled highthreat areas and investigated suspicious radar contacts for illegal fishing, while sensor and photographic data were fed back to Canadian Forces personnel to be complied into a database and plotted on computer displays for analysis. Capt. Fred Penner, the tactical navigator for the mission, said the crew did see a number of illegal boats in the ocean during the course of the operation. “We did see several large fishing fleets — namely squid, but also found some fairly large tuna boats in the area we were searching,” he said, and added it would take the crew, along with help from a DFO representative about 10 to 15 minutes to determine if a boat was unregulated. No illegal, unreported, unregulated high seas driftnet fishing was observed.

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Vancouver Aquarium’s mobile classroom AquaVan, presented by BC Hydro, will visit the Comox Valley. It’s embarking on a three-week, 1,000km tour of Vancouver Island, bringing the wonders of the ocean to its schools and communities. This travelling “mobile aquarium” is delivering on the Vancouver Aquarium’s conservation goal to educate and empower young Canadians to become future stewards of their environment. From Oct. 22 through Nov. 5, approximately 1,100 school-aged children and 500 community residents will have the opportunity to discover first-hand the connections between marine environments, aquatic animals and themselves. Oct. 22 — Cumberland Elementary; Oct. 23 and 24 — Valley View Elementary, Courtenay; Oct. 29 — Aspen Park Elementary, Comox; Oct. 30 — Arden Elementary, Courtenay; Nov. 1 — NIDES Community School; Nov. 2 — G.P Vanier Secondary School, Courtenay; Through interaction with a variety of live invertebrate animals AquaVan educators

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Telethon helps you win one of four different ways No hockey, no problem! We’ve got football! The Comox Valley Child Development Association is raffling off two tickets to the 100th anniversary Grey Cup game in Toronto on Nov. 25. The lucky winner will also collect a WestJet travel voucher for return airfare for two people to any WestJet destination. Raffle proceeds support the annual Children’s Telethon, now in its 37th year. Only 300 tickets will

PAM CROWE OF the Comox Valley Child Development Association thanks Brian Scott for his donation this year of a painted Art Can and a bottle of champagne with his uniquely designed label.

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sales will be making the rounds at various locations around the Comox Valley over the next few weeks. Tickets are only $2 each or three for $5, with the lucky winning ticket to be drawn at the telethon, live on Shaw TV, at 7:30 pm. A third way to win is by bidding on one of the fabulous art pieces donated by local artists. Longtime telethon supporter Brian Scott has donated one of his signature colourful pieces. Local First Nations artists Randy Frank and Charlie Johnson are each donating cedar carvings. Randy will finish his carving onsite at the telethon. These pieces and more will be auctioned off in a silent auction at the telethon. For more about the artists, their art and the art auction, visit the CVCDA website at www.cvcda.ca. And the fourth way to win?

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The real winners in this venture are local children with special needs and their families. Like the Telethon, all monies raised by the raffle basket, the football raffle, and the art auction stay in the community to support programs and services for local children with special needs and their families. Therapy equipment, specialized toys, support resources for parents including books, videos, and hands on training — these are just some of the areas that the Child Development Association puts these earnings to work. The Comox Valley PLEASE READ THE FINE PRINT: Offers valid until October 31, 2012. See toyota.ca for complete details on all cash back offers. In the event of any discrepancy or inconsistency between Toyota prices, rates and/or other information contained on toyotabc.ca and that contained on toyota.ca, the latter shall prevail. Errors and omissions excepted. 0% finance for 72 months, upon credit approval, available on 2012 Corolla, Matrix, RAV4, and Tundra. Down payment, first monthly payment and security deposit plus HST on first payment and full down payment are due at lease inception. A security deposit is not required on approval of credit. **$8000 Non-stackable Cash Back available on 2012 Tundra Crewmax models. $3000 Non-stackable Cash Back available on 2012 Corolla Sport, LE and XRS models. $3000 Non-stackable Cash Back available on 2012 Matrix AWD and XRS models. $4000 Non-stackable Cash Back available on 2012 RAV4 V6 4WD models. Non-stackable Cash Back offers may not be combined with Toyota Financial Services lease or finance rates. Vehicle must be purchased, registered and delivered by October 31, 2012. See toyota.ca for complete details on all cash back offers. Informational 72 month APR: Corolla 4.38% / Matrix 3.75% / RAV4 4.81% / Tundra 7.14%. Government regulation provides that the Informational APR includes the cash customer incentive which is only available to customers who do not purchase finance/lease through Toyota Financial Services at a special rate, as a cost of borrowing. If you would like to lease or finance at standard TFS rates (not special rates), then you may be able to take advantage of Cash Customer Incentives. Visit your Toyota BC Dealer or www.toyotabc.ca for more details. Some conditions apply; offers are time limited and may change without notice. Dealer may lease/sell for less.

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Child Development Association (CVCDA) provides services for children with developmental delays and disabilities including physical, cognitive, communication, social/emotional and behavioural needs. Family-centred services include assessments, individualized supports and intervention. For more information about the raffles, the art auction, the telethon or the Child Development Association, call 250-338-4288 or check out the website at www.cvcda.ca. — Comox Valley Child Development Association

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Thrifty helps hospitals Dinner romantic, energy-saving Until Oct. 31, $1 from the sale tion for the past 15 years and we of every B.C. pumpkin sold at all could not be more grateful for the 28 Thrifty Foods locations will tremendous support and leaderbe donated to 14 hospital foun- ship they have shown to us over dations throughout the Lower the years,â&#x20AC;? says Melanie McKMainland, Vancouver Island enzie, executive director of the Victoria Hospitals and on Salt Spring Foundation. Island. Pumpkins for â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are proud to We are proud Charity follows partner with and to partner with Februaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fivesupport local hospiweek Help Out tals, hospital foun- and support local One Buck at a dations and other hospitals, hospital Time campaign, h e a l t h - f o c u s e d foundations and which raised over organizations raising funds for much- other health-focused $84,000 through in-store sales of needed medical organizations raisfour-pound bags of equipment,â&#x20AC;? said Jim ing funds â&#x20AC;Ś Buck Brand certiDores, president of Jim Dores fied organic navel Thrifty Foods. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Since oranges as well as 2008, our customers and staff have helped us raise donations from customers, staff over $144,000 for hospital foun- and Buck Brand owner Lisle dations in all Island and Lower Babcock. Thrifty Foods (www.thriftyMainland communities served by foods.com) was founded in 1977 Thrifty Foods.â&#x20AC;? On the Island, Pumpkins for in Victoria. Today, Thrifty Foods, Charity supports the St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a banner of Sobeys Inc., has a (Comox), Victoria, Saanich Penin- total of 28 (soon to be 29) retail sula, Cowichan District, Nanaimo grocery stores across the Lower and District and Campbell River Mainland, throughout Vancouver Island and Salt Spring Island. hospital foundations. The latest store is scheduled to â&#x20AC;&#x153;As the first foundation to benefit from their generosity, Thrifty open Wednesday in Courtenay. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Thrifty Foods Foods has supported our founda-

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Book sale collecting donations The always-popular Courtenay Rotary Club book sale is set for Nov. 5 to 10 at Comox Centre Mall. The annual Books For The Cure event, a fundraiser for cancer care and community projects, is a gold mine of pre-read bargains for the reader and book collector. This popular sale, growing bigger year after year, will include used books, CDs, DVDs, videos and video games. As always there is a huge selection of childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books. If you have any used books or any of the above materials that you would like to donate you can use the new Rotary Book Bins in Courtenay at Thrifty Foods, Driftwood Mall, Canadian Tire and Coastal Community Credit Union or in Comox at Quality Foods and Comox Centre Mall. For more information, for drop off locations, or for pick up of your donation, call 250-338-5428. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Courtenay Rotary Club

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Vision Fair on Saturday October is National Eye Health Month, and Coastal Eyecare Centres are hosting their 14th annual Vision Fair. The aim of the fair is to promote awareness of eye health issues, raise funds for their volunteer international eye care project, and offer unsurpassed value on eyewear. Part of the proceeds of the fair go towards Coastal’s Eyes Around The World project. “To help with our fundraising, we have a huge sale on glasses, sunglasses and contact lenses,” says Dr. Kim Tsang, who has led the past three projects to Mexico. “We do an annual volunteer eye care project in places where eye care is hard to obtain. We not only provide eye care, but the bursaries we provide pay for schooling for children who would not otherwise have the chance to go to school.” Another team will travel to Mexico this January. Looking for a chance to help someone see? Bring in your old glasses that are no longer being used and we’ll tune them up and send them to a needy person who otherwise would not have access to glasses. Optometrists will also be available to answer questions you may have about eye conditions, glasses, contacts or surgery. And if you have ever wondered if you might be a suitable candidate for laser refractive surgery there will also be a free seminar in the morning. (Preregistration is advised as seating is limited, so please call ahead at 250-338-5327.) The Vision Fair happens this Saturday from 8 a.m. till 4:30 at the Coastal Eyecare’s Comox Valley Optometry Clinic at 340-11th St. in Courtenay. — Coastal Eyecare Centres

Fiddlers will be very scary The Old Time Fiddlers Branch 17 Halloween Dance will be held Oct. 20 at the Fallen Alders Community Hall in Royston. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Come and enjoy great music (polka, waltz, two step, reels, jigs).

Benefit assisting Sierra So you think you can’t sing. No problem for Tina Filippino. She’ll have you lifting your voice in no time at the In Harmony for Nature benefit. The benefit is a community sing being held for the Comox Valley Sierra Club. It will be this Saturday at 7 p.m. at Comox United Church. As conductor of the Letz Sing Community Choir, Tina has introduced the joy of singing to many singers and non-singers alike in the Valley. She has also led singing workshops in other B.C. and out-ofprovince communities. The Oct. 20 event will

be an evening of songs, rounds, and chants — celebrating nature. Tasty treats and beverages will be provided by The Zocalo Cafe, Mudsharks Coffee Bar, and the Gourmet Girls Local Kitchen & Catering, as well as trusty volunteers. Come with family

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Ceremony soon for Peace Pole New poles at Comox United, Comox Valley Presbyterian churches There are colourful additions to the grounds of two churches in the Comox Valley. Standing on a grassy verge beside Comox United Church is a Peace Pole. Another Peace Pole stands beside a stone labyrinth at Comox Valley Presbyterian Church. Printed on each of these two wooden poles is the inscription May Peace Prevail on Earth, written in a different language on each of the four sides. The pole at Comox United Church proclaims peace in English, Spanish, Italian, and Polish. The pole at Comox Valley Presbyterian Church includes the inscription in English, French, German, and Swahili. The wood for the Peace Poles was generously donated by members of the Comox Valley Presbyterian Church and the poles were decorated by the children who attended a summer day camp held at Comox United

Church during the last week of July. On Oct. 21, Peace Sabbath, the Peace Pole at Comox United Church will be dedicated during the worship service. The Peace Pole at the Presbyterian church was dedicated on a hot Sunday in August. These two Peace Poles are now part of a project begun over 50 years ago in Japan. Overwhelmed by the devastation left behind in Japan by the Second World War, a spiritual leader named Masahisa Goi began preaching about the importance of reaching for inner and outer peace. He dedicated his life to spreading the message, “May peace prevail on earth,” and his followers erected the first peace poles as a way of reminding people to focus on peaceful ways of living. Since 1955 more than 250,000 Peace Poles have been planted around the globe in over 200 countries — in town squares, beside schools, in places of worship, in parks and gardens. They have been planted at the North and South Poles, beside the pyramids in El Giza, at the Baltit Fort in Pakistan, in

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THIS IS ONE of two new Peace Poles in the Comox Valley. Gorky Park in Russia, at Angkor Wat in Cambodia, and on a street corner in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Peace Pole project is the official project of UN-affiliated World Peace Prayer Society (www. worldpeace.org). Each handcrafted monument “symbolizes the oneness of humanity and our common wish for a world at peace.”

Since 1985, Child Haven International has been breaking the cycle of poverty in India, Bangladesh, Tibet and Nepal. Inspired by the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, Fred and Bonnie Cappuccino founded nine homes to provide food, education, health care, shelter and clothing to destitute women and children. Since then, they’ve been awarded the Order of Canada, the UNESCO Prize for Teaching of Human Rights, and the Canada Volunteer Award. Supporters include Margaret Atwood, Dr. Gary Geddes, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, and even V. Kalyanam, former Secretary to Mahatma Gandhi. “I loved the personal nature of Child Haven and the Cappuccinos,” says Heather Holm, who has been involved with the organization since 2001. On Oct. 25, she and a team of volunteers will host a Child Haven fundraising dinner in Courtenay. “The dedication to their cause is inspiring, and all the money raised by Child Haven dinners, all across Canada, goes to the children.” Holm, who lives in the Comox Valley, was so impressed by the work of Child Haven

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way. And we should all be collecting rain water off our roofs. If you must have some water-hog plants in your landscape, install a drip line that will deliver water right where it is needed. An inverted milk jug with a finishing nailsize hole in the lid also makes a good water supplier, especially if you are going to be away for a few days. This is only the tip of the iceberg in how we can recycle in the garden. What ideas do you have on reducing your waste in the garden setting? Think about it. Our environment and natural resources are important…we cannot replace them once they are lost. Leslie Cox co-owns Growing Concern Cottage Garden in Black Creek. Her website is at www.duchessofdirt. ca and her column appears every second Friday in the Record.

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Squirrels possess hoarding instinct Fall is a time for collecting and harvesting food for the long winter ahead. This is especially important for many wildlife species whose survival depends upon the food supplies they have gathered. This summer MARS rescued five baby squirrels that were only a few days old and had just opened their eyes when their tree nest was destroyed. We suspect the mother died along with three of the babies. Ultimately only one baby survived the ordeal being hand-fed, weaned and provided with a habitat that replicated the wild. Red squirrels are part of the Rodentia family of which there are 365 species worldwide that also include Prairie dogs and chipmunks. The most common squirrels on southern Vancouver Island are the eastern grey (including the black); North American red, only found on the North Island; the Douglas squirrel that is not found on the Mainland and the flying squirrel that is found on some of the smaller islands. Squirrels are opportunistic feeders and this has helped them maintain healthy populations; unfortunately there have been sightings of the grey squirrel in our area which will eventually lead to a decline of our native red squirrel. Red squirrels have rusty red coats that are shed twice a year; their bellies are buffcoloured. Their most distinguishing feature is their coal black eyes that are circled with white. Grey squirrels do not have highlighted eyes and their bellies are white. Although the red squirrel tails are bushy, they are not as full as the grey. Their tails are used for balance when jumping or climbing through the trees. These animals are very agile with powerful hind legs and curved front claws that enable them to hang upside down on branches or run down tree trunks. Front feet are used to hold on to their food and are very dextrous rotating the nuts and seeds to retrieve the fruit inside. Very vocal, squirrels can clearly be heard throughout the forest as they ward off predators. Their chatter includes growls, screeches, buzz-

THE NORTH ISLAND is home to red squirrels, whose most distinguishing feature is their coal black eyes that are circled with white.

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FAIRFIELD es and chirps that are often accompanied by foot stamping and tail jerking. Found in coniferous and deciduous forests they have adapted to urban and city life; they enjoy a variety of foods including, nuts, fruits, green pine cones, fungi, insects, birds and eggs. Another unusual food source is found in the maple trees. The squirrel will bite into the tree bark, releasing the sap. They will then wait until the water evaporates, leaving behind a tasty sugary morsel of concentrated sap.

Pine cones will be buried in damp soil and the nuts and seeds in “middens” to sustain them through the winter. One wonders how they remember where they have stored all their goodies; quite simply they mark the locations with their scent enabling them to find the exact spot of the hidden food. Squirrels are an important part of the health of the forest as they disperse and scatter seeds from trees and plants regenerating the forest. Red squirrels are very solitary creatures with a small, fiercely defended territory. The squirrel that is still residing at MARS is now an inquisitive teenager learning its survival skills and how to open acorns, nuts,

pine cones and other natural food sources. It is still figuring out what to do with the food but shows definite signs of hoarding, which is a natural instinct they inherit. Hopefully, we will be able to reintroduce the squirrel into a nearby location where we will continue to provide a supply of food; this will supplement the food it finds for itself until it feels comfortable enough to be self-sufficient at which time it will take off to find its own territory. Please remember that although squirrels are “oh so cute,”

they can be a pest if they decide to get into your attic or basement to escape the cold, they will happily chew through wood and wires that can create a household problem. Do not handle squirrels; they do have very sharp teeth and claws. Please be on the lookout for non-native grey squirrels (very bushy tails and no white eye liner). They have been seen in our area and we would appreciate a call if you see one. These squirrels are very aggressive and prolific and could potentially lead to the decline and disappearance of the native red squirrel. In addition, they are destroying the endangered native Garry oak ecosystems. ••• Watch out for deer on the roads. They are growing their drab winter coats and are very tough to spot, especially when the clocks go back at the end of the month. ••• To report injured wildlife, call 1-800-3049968. For all other calls, phone 250-337-2021 or visit www.wingtips.org. Sandy Fairfield is the educational coordinator for the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS). The MARS column appears every second Friday.

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Rally opposing pipeline On Oct. 24 at noon, a rally opposing the Northern Gateway project will take place outside MLA Don McRae’s office at 437 Fifth St. in Courtenay. People across the province will link arms in front of their provincial representatives’ offices to symbolize an unbroken wall of opposition. Over 100 First Nations have signed the Save the Fraser Declaration to ban pipelines from their land and First Nations of the North and Central Pacific Coasts and Haida

COURTENAY’S FIFTH STREET in the early 1950s. On the left is the E.W. Theatre built by Edward William Bickle. This 500-seat theatre opened its doors Nov. 21, 1940 and was run by the Bickle family until 1985. Later owners renamed it The Palace Theatre. The building caught fire on July 4, 2007 and was demolished April 20, 2008. PHOTO COURTESY COURTENAY AND DISTRICT MUSEUM

Doctors added to task force Five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Two physicians in the new regional hospital debate were named to the task force geared to recommend a location to directors about where a new facility should go. Dr. Steve Matous from St. Joseph’s Hospital and Dr. Aref Tabarsi from Campbell River General have both made numerous presentations regarding their positions. Matous said, based on the number of specialists and population density here, a new hospital should be within municipal boundaries of the Comox Valley. Tabarsi said having one regional hospital in the Valley is inappropriate because Campbell River needs its hospital. Ten years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Union Bay Dive & Kayak is planning its first annual Diver Daze. The day will feature an outdoor barbecue hosted by Critters Café, an underwater pumpkin carving contest and some fun team events. These team events include underwater box-building, 100x100 foot surface swim relays, and the tired diver tow. The day will culminate with a group boat dive aboard the MV Saxadomus to Wolf Eel Alley. All proceeds from the event will be donated in the name of Dallas Morrison to the Kids Fight Against Cancer fund. Fifteen years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: A last-minute B.C. Supreme Court order stalled provincial plans to seize Glacier View

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CAITLIN MCKINNON Lodge. Less than a day before the government was to pick up the keys, Justice Peter Fraser ordered it to stop until the Glacier View Lodge Society can take its case to court for a final hearing. The news was welcome to lodge resident Constance Clark. Clark recently drafted a statement, signed by 14 Glacier View residents, protesting a takeover. “We do not want

to be appropriated,” she said, “this greedy [NDP] party and its minions should try another place to fill their coffers.” Twenty years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Swimming in the waters off British Columbia, rippling its coiled neck and terrifying the odd p l e a s u r e - b o a t e r, there appeared to be something very like the Loch Ness monster in almost every particular. Harvard-educated marine biologist Dr. Ed Bousfield and UBC oceanographer Paul LeBlond have painstakingly gone through

the evidence, and concluded that the B.C. version — known as the Cadborosaurus — is very much real. Twenty-five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Smokers were to face new restrictions in Comox if Ald. Harold Stevens has his way. The alderman planned to present a bylaw, “hopefully at the next council meeting,” he told the Record. “I’m doing this in order to raise public awareness about smoking.” Pointing to the wealth of studies on sidestream smoke, Stevens said, “I believe it is a hazard to my health.”

Pateman & Company, Chartered Accountant, is pleased to announce that Allyson Hamilton has obtained her Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from North Island College. In addition, this past summer, she has completed the Canadian Securities Course from the Canadian Securities Institute. Allyson is currently studying with the Chartered Accountants School of Business and plans to complete her studies and earn her Chartered Accountant designation in the near future. Allyson has many years of experience with Pateman & Company including planning, organizing and undertaking assurance engagements for non-proﬁt organizations and small businesses and preparing personal and corporate income tax returns. She has developed some very special skills in the areas of accounting and tax and has become invaluable to our clients. She is very passionate about what she does. Allyson is a very well rounded person and is also very involved in the community. She is currently serving her seventh term as a member of the North Island College Board of Governors and is an ardent proponent of lifelong learning. She also volunteers with Habitat for Humanity as a team captain for the Comox Valley Women Build and has recently become a Social Action Representative for the Miss Representation Campaign on media literacy and gender equality in leadership. In addition, she is a member of the Young Professionals and was just recently recognized as one of the top 40 under 40 in the Comox Valley. With what spare time she has, you can ﬁnd her practicing yoga, reading and spending time with her husband Ryan and her children Shelby and Cohen. Congratulations Allyson!

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Gwaii have signed the Coastal First Nations Declaration to ban tankers carrying crude from transiting their lands and waters. The Union of B.C. Municipalities, along with over 20 individual local governments, have called for a tanker expansion ban that would stop Enbridge and Kinder Morgan pipelines. If you would like to show your opposition to tanker traffic on our coast, please take the time to attend this event.

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Applebee’s becomes Chad’s West Coast Grill & Bar One of the Comox launching a destination Valley’s favourite caus- that’s truly reflective of al dining destinations our community,” Huff is about to get even said. “As a franchisee, better – more creative, there were always more local and a lot restrictions on what we could do. We wanted to more diverse. Chad’s West Coast introduce more locally inspired Grill & fare to Bar opens As a franour menu, its doors and more W e d n e s - chisee, there were items that day at 4 are in line p.m. at always restricwith the the corner tions on what we h e a l t h y, of 29th could do. West Coast Street and Chad Huff lifestyle.” Kilpatrick To help in Courtenay — the same spot adapt a menu to reflect local restaurateur local tastes, Huff has Chad Huff has oper- brought in world-class ated since 2010 under executive chef Jamie formerly the banner of a major McMath, international casual of the Chateau Jasper Hotel in Alberta. dining franchise. “Serving the Comox McMath has created Valley as a franchi- a diverse menu that see has been an over- offers West Coast flawhelmingly positive vours. “Those who have gotexperience, and yet my wife Julie and I are ten to know us through incredibly excited to be our old brand will still

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find a lot of the things that made them love us in the first place,” says Huff. “But a whole new range of fresh, healthful items like salads, locally inspired pasta dishes and seafood are going to appeal to a new slice of the Comox Valley dining public.” The Huffs and their staff began training Monday behind closed doors with the new

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Bullying difficult to curb The Amanda Todd story has captured tremendous public and media attention. It’s good that the issue of bullying, and in particular cyber-bullying, has again captured many people’s attention, because it is a pervasive one. It is not confined to children and teens. There are many instances of bullying on very important stages. It happens in Parliament, in the provincial legislature, at many council tables and at many, many workplaces. Hostile, insulting and demeaning behaviour is a way of life for many people — and there are thousands of victims. One venue where bullying is available on an hourly basis is the television screen. Many shows, particularly reality shows, feature rude and abusive words and actions towards others. All this is done in the name of entertainment, but it sets a very bad example for impressionable people who watch it. Cyber-bullying has become pervasive with the rise of the Internet. Young people in particular seem to not fully understand how the words and photos they post go viral and cause damage on a much greater scale than in earlier generations. This is certainly what Amanda Todd was feeling, as cyber-bullying aimed at her simply intensified, even after she changed schools. There are no simple answers. The Internet isn’t going away. Rude and abusive behaviour is often learned, but when someone engages in this type of behaviour, it is very difficult for that person to change. While bullying curricula are now standard at schools, bullying behaviour is best dealt with at home. From the time children are small, parents need to model good behaviour to them — in words and actions. They also need to offer unconditional love and acceptance to their kids. Those who are bullied need to have immediate and ongoing support. This is hard to come by in schools, where bullies often engage in such behaviours to become popular. It is difficult to stand up to bullies in schools — even with support from principals and teachers. Leadership on many fronts is needed to help curb bullying. Langley Times

Record Question of the Week This week: Sixty-two per cent of respondents said they are paying closer attention to where their food, especially beef, comes from. Next week: Are parents doing enough to address bullying by or of their children? Visit www. comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll. Pre Premier Christy Clark has tasked Education Minister Don McRae to review the bargaining process between the BCTF and “other education stakeholders.”

No amount of reviewing and/or legislation will eliminate dysfunction caused by government arrogance and a militant, ideological union.

Kids don’t need cellphones Dear editor, With all this publicity about the online harassment and suicide, I have to suggest one simple solution for many problems facing teenagers, education system and families these days. We should remove one tool of distraction, cheating and harassment from the kids. Their cellphones should be banned and not allowed near schools (unless special circumstances and handled through the office). Let me explain: Distraction — many students in schools do not pay attention, because they play games on their “phones” or communicate with other people while they should be learning. I know because I am a retired teacher who saw the start of this problem and its exponential growth. Students were already a decade ago claiming that they have to have their phone because it is their calculator. There are

better calculators available for less than $10 (much less than what they pay monthly for their “toy”). The presence of phones diminishes the education. There is no need to communicate/ receive

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calls/harass and be harassed during school hours. In an emergency, school offices can always inform student, or student can use the office. It worked for decades. Cheating — I had students who took the picture of the test and e-mailed it to their friends who were taking the test in the

next period. When I found out, I had to make different tests for each of my classes. These days, I hear they can get feedback during the test and cheat their way through it. There are many more other problems in this area — even at university level now. Harassment — some bullying will always happen. But what kids certainly do not need is organized harassment during the school day. It can get very ugly and as I said, the tool is at hand of most students. These days they do not even talk on the way to/ from school. They walk beside each other and text, occasionally showing each other how nasty they are to their targets. Giving them a break from this nonsense is so simple. I wonder if any school district will dare to do that. G. Novak, Comox

Bicycle lanes increase rider safety Dear editor, Over the years I have witnessed the disappearance of bike lanes along Ryan Road as new developments (car dealerships, Home Depot, Costco) went in. I am pleased to see, however, that the Ministry of Transportation included a bike lane in front of the newly constructed Thrifty Foods store. I have also witnessed the disappearance of the bike lanes along Lerwick Road when the City of Courtenay redesigned and widened the road. It is very disappointing that the planners and engineers of the City of Courtenay neglected to incorporate a bike lane in both directions along Lerwick. Instead of designing a street

that would ensure the safety of all users, the City has focused on accommodating more drivers, and eliminated a very important bike lane. As you know, Lerwick is a key north-south connector for people — drivers and cyclists — from Comox and East Courtenay residential areas. There are two elementary schools just off Lerwick, one high school right along Lerwick as well as North Island College at the intersection of Ryan and Lerwick roads. This is a real hub of activity already and will be even more so when the hospital and other proposed developments in the area will be completed. Safe cycling lanes along Lerwick, and other major roadways,

will encourage more people to ride their bikes and keep the number of cars down. Bike lanes will make it safer for students to ride to school and cyclists to commute to work. I commend the recent activity by the Town of Comox for incorporating designated bike lanes and signage on their roadways. It alerts drivers to potential cyclists on the road and allows for a safe cycle lane or designated roadway for cyclists to use. I urge the City of Courtenay planners and engineers, and those sitting on the city council, to incorporate a street policy that would have all people feel safe and welcome on our roadways. C. Cybulski, Courtenay

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Just back off, you pro-lifers Dear editor, Having read the editorials regarding prolife arguments in your latest publication, I really have to protest. I respect these peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opinions but I do object that they want to inflict their socalled moral values on everyone else. This is the 21st century and we have enormous problems particularly over population, pollution, climate change and a political system that is failing. It absolutely astounds me that we are obsessing over a womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right to choose which is her individual right and is no one elseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business. Does it really impact the lives of antiabortionists if a woman decides for whatever reason to end her pregnancy? If they disagree with abortion they are entitled to that viewpoint but they cannot insist on imposing their morality on all women. Diane Magee, Courtenay

Vigil was silent Dear editor, Mike Lazare writes that he was greeted with â&#x20AC;&#x153;tight lips with no replyâ&#x20AC;? on Sept 30. Several of us gathered on Cliffe Avenue for a silent vigil. We were not there to speak with our lips only with our hearts. With so many children being killed in and out of their motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s womb, someone has to take a stand. We choose to do it in silence as any of us would, for a dignitary, a sports figure, our military or anyone else we consider of some importance. So Mike, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m glad you took notice of our silent vigil. In your last sentence you wrote â&#x20AC;&#x153;these unborn children.â&#x20AC;? Thank you for not calling them â&#x20AC;&#x153;bits of tissue.â&#x20AC;? Jim Landry, Comox

Not at all wonderful Dear editor, Sad but true, however, more sad is the statement from Shannon Kennedy, an Ottawa-based wedding planner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The modern family is changing, and I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wonderful thing.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Vancouver Metro, Sept. 20, 1012, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Marriage on the decline in Vancouver.â&#x20AC;? There is a scripture found in Isaiah Ch. 5 verse 20: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil.â&#x20AC;? Shannon goes further to say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The best thing about modern weddings is, there are no rules.â&#x20AC;? Indeed, there are no rules; rules are old fashioned like the Brady Bunch TV story now called, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brady Bunch-style stepfamilies.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sad that this is happening, but more so by calling this a â&#x20AC;&#x153;wonderful thing.â&#x20AC;? Ary Sala, Fanny Bay

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PREMIER CHRISTY CLARKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S stance toward Premier Alison Redford of Alberta (right) comes with a cost, notes Ed Zirkwitz of Royston.

Oil? Who needs oil? Dear editor, It seems that our premier, Christy Clark, as of late, is going around the province bragging how great our provincial economy is. Is that a great thing to do when she in effect has prorogued the fall sitting of the B.C. legislature? Recently in Nanaimo, she addressed a Vancouver Island economic summit. According to the Edmonton Journal: â&#x20AC;&#x153;â&#x20AC;ŚPremier Christy Clark took aim at Alberta Tuesday in an election-style speech where she boasted her province doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need oil to be the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top economic generator â&#x20AC;Ś She drew mild applause from the business crowd when she said B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job creation numbers are currently tops in Canada, ahead of Alberta, and B.C. has done it without oil revenues.â&#x20AC;? I thought I would check the facts. According to the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, B.C. produces about one per cent of the oil produced in Canada. However, B.C. produces almost 25 per cent of Canadian natural gas, accord-

ing to the NEB. Then there are plans for eight new mines and upgrades to nine. Hey, we may even get the Raven coal mine here in our own backyard. Apparently there could be more coal extracted from there to exceed ALL the coal ever previously mined on all of Vancouver Island. Yes, we may not need oil so our premier is able to tell Premier Alison Redford to shove it. So what if we are still hewers of wood and drawers of water, you might ask.

I suppose it is important for the economic pundits to tell us to strike while the iron is hot. After all there are more seniors and up and coming seniors to support. Educate the younger workers to work in the resource and construction sectors. That will allow more seniors down the road to work in the service sector. Who doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to flip burgers at McDonalds in their retirement years? Now wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t that be grand? Ed Zirkwitz, Royston

Be responsible for your actions Dear editor, When are we going to quit blaming the government for bullying, carnage on the highways, manslaughter, homeless people and unwanted pregnancy? Do we honestly believe that you can legislate common sense and social behaviour? Proper role models, parents who are there when kids need them

and teachers who teach what we need our kids to learn, are essential parts of our children growing up with the necessary skills to be responsible citizens! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to take responsibility for current problems in our society. To continue this farce of irresponsibility is ruining our world. John Logan, Courtenay

Dear editor, The RBC Blue Water Fund is providing funding for a kelp reforestation project at Point Holmes. Kelp beds have previously existed from the Comox Spit to Point Holmes and up the east coast of Vancouver Island. The beds around Point Holmes were harvested legally and illegally and have not returned. The Little River and Nile Creek Enhancement Societies are pleased to announce a partnership to replant kelp and bring back this incredible resource. Kelp forests are one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. They create sheltered areas and provide nutrients, thus creating a hospitable environment for marine animals and other plants. Kelp is a nursery ground for juvenile salmon and other fish species, a garden for grazing limpets and sea urchins and a smorgasbord for sea otters and seals. Some of the creatures found in and around a kelp forest

are sea birds, seals, crabs, shrimp, sea stars, sea cucumbers, octopus, sponges, and as well kelp supplies critical spawning habitat for herring. We are indebted to the support of Nile Creek and Ken Kirkby for their tireless support, Rob Saunders of Island Scallops for his expertise and equipment, Dr. Louis Dreuhl of Canadian Kelp Resources, Bill Coltart of Pacific Pro Dive, Edgar Smith of Beaver Meadow Farms for his continuing support of our society and Colleen Sawyer and the people at RBC who have funded our projects in the past and whose continuing support has been critical to this project. To all of the above we thank you for your support and confidence in helping us bring back this vital resource. You have given us the tools to do the job and we expect to have kelp growing at Point Holmes in the summer of 2013. Peter Williams Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: Peter Williams is the president of the Little River Enhancement Society.

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FLETCHER ties on where and when these sailings will be cut. And it follows the first major price-cap decision by the newly empowered B.C. Ferry Commissioner, Gord Macatee. He now can determine service levels as well as fares, which are permitted to rise about four per cent in each of the next three years. The NDP’s ferry critic, North Coast MLA Garry Coons, has also decided to transition to his government pensions next year. But before he sails away, he has doubled his repertoire of outraged sound bites to two. Along with every coffee-shop know-itall on the coast, Coons perpetually reminds us that ferries are “part of our highway system.” He remains convinced that this financially illiterate cliché somehow deals with the fact that even a subsidy approaching $200 million this year can’t keep all those boats afloat forever. A family of four on a long driving trip faces similar price increases, when you factor in tolls, insurance, food and other costs beyond the fuel tank. But for some reason the “government” is supposed to provide special relief to those who choose the most inaccessible places to live. Coons’ latest tack is that BC Ferries has lost its way, trying to be a fancy cruise ship service instead of giving

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kept vehicle capacity the same while increasing passenger space. This choice anticipated

people basic transportation at an affordable price. That would be terrible if it were true. But those amenities on newer vessels are there because they make money, utilizing staff who have to be on board anyway. As everyone but the NDP seems to grasp, the big costs are fuel, maintenance, and minimum crew levels to meet federal regulations, regardless of passenger revenue. I was reminded on the last busy weekend of the year that the new Coastal-class ferries

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“Always be yourself or, if you can, be a unicorn.” Those words of wisdom come from singer/songwriter Helen Austin. Always be a Unicorn is the title of her new children’s CD. Ironically, Austin fell in love with a photo of a knitted unicorn and decided that had to be the cover of her new CD. Finding the image on a Facebook page was one thing, tracking down the photographer was another story. One that involved lengthy Internet searches perusing site after site to eventually find the creator of the stuffed unicorn. But the woman only had green and pink unicorns and Austin had her heart set on a blue one. So it was off to the thrift store to find a blue sweater to send to Cozy Coleman so she could custom make a unicorn for the CD cover.

“Did I ever mention that I can be obsessive?” Austin asked. Then, a week before the CD was mastered, Austin had to write a unicorn song so the image and CD title made sense. Always be a Unicorn will be launched on Oct. 24 with an interview on CBC All Points West with Jo-Ann Roberts. To take advantage of a pre-release sale visit www.helenaustin.com. The free release concert takes place at the Farmers’ Market on Saturday Oct. 27 at 10:30 a.m. with special guests, Daisy and Charlie Squires, Austin’s 15-year old daughter and 10-year old son, who also sing on the CD. This is the first inside Farmers’ Market of the season which is located at the Native Sons Hall in downtown Courtenay. CDs will be available. Austin will also be performing at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox on Oct. 26 as part of their Volun-

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teer Appreciation Week. Austin and her husband and daughter moved to the Comox Valley 10 years ago this month. “We wanted to get out of London and came here for a ski trip each winter,” she explained. “On the flight back to England one year we said, ‘We could sell our house and buy one here.’ So we did.” Charlie was born soon afterwards. “In the Comox Valley, you have the choice of being busy or quiet,” she added. “And it’s audibly quiet, too — London is very noisy. Plus it was a good excuse to give up the comedy club circuit. It pays very well so

it was always hard to turn a gig down.” But Austin didn’t leave her musical inclinations behind. She started the Singers Songwriting Circle, produced several CDs and performed at various Valley venues. A couple of years ago she began writing songs for television commercials and has been very successful. She was recently named Band of the Month by the Music Scene Investigation website and is heading to Toronto this month to be part of a panel on music placement and licensing at the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals. But what she’s really pleased about is being a Grand Prize Winner in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition. What’s special about that is that the award is for her song “All the Letters,” which is on her upcoming children’s CD. Austin works exclusively with

pigFACTORY Publishers and they suggested a collection of songs for children. “It has been a lot of fun,” Austin said. “And Daisy has been performing with me a lot lately — singing harmony and playing fiddle — so it was great to include her and Charlie on the CD.” “And I’ve been going to Mark Isfeld to talk about songwriting in the Life Skills class,” she continued. “I’ve never really been interested in teaching before so was surprised to find out how much interest there was from the students. It’s been fun to play around with my music in a different way.” Always be a Unicorn retails for $15 and will be available at Whale’s Tales, the Comox Valley Art Gallery, Seeds in Cumberland and through Austin’s website. As usual, multiple purchases of any of her CDs at a concert reduces the price to $10 each.

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Contra dance features fiddlers By Crackey! It’s October already and it’s time for the first Community Contra Dance at the almost-famous Big Yellow Merville Hall. This Saturday, bring your pigsney partner and whoop it up to the Contra Dance tunes of the Funtime Fiddlers. These musical maestros will be playing the fiddle tunes for your dancing pleasure while our dance caller, June Cannon, keeps everyone prancing merrily along. As usual, there will be a Contra Dance workshop right before the dance. From 6:45 to 7:15 p.m., June will introduce the dancers to new moves as well as teach the basic moves. This workshop is free of charge so plan to come early. At 7:30, the Funtime Fiddlers start the

music and the dancing begins. Single dancers are most welcome as they can pair up with anyone during the Contras and our Contra sets last about 15 to 20 minutes per dance. In between the called Contra dances, we’ll play waltzes, foxtrots, polkas and even a Spot Dance for your enjoyment. This way, there is a dance for everyone and everyone gets a good workout. When it is time for a break, have a seat, sip a beverage or nibble on a snack. The Big Yellow Merville Dance Hall is right on the Old Island Highway between Campbell River and Courtenay. Doors open at 7, the dance starts at 7:30. For details, phone 250-339-4249. — Funtime Fiddlers

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SINGING AND RAINING Ryan Dawson plays Don Lockwood and Gina Foster has the role of Kathy Seldon in Rainbow Youth Theatre’s production of Singing in the Rain at the Sid Williams Theatre. Performances happen Oct. 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m. as well as Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the Sid box office or online at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com. PHOTO BY TERRY PENNEY

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HAPPENING ONGOING ART ALCHEMY STUDIO & GALLERY exhibits work by Helen Utsal from Oct. 5 to 19. 362C 10th St., Courtenay. FMI: 250-218-2742. AVALANCHE BAR & GRILL comedy night on the third Thursday of the month, starting at 9 p.m. House Ten85 DJs live music starting every Saturday at 9 p.m. FMI: 250-331-0334. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY open Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: 250-338-6211 or www.comoxvalleyartgallery. com. COMOX VALLEY CONCERT BAND rehearsals in Mark Isfeld band room, Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. No audition needed. FMI: Pat at 250-3395091. CORRE ALICE GALLERY at 2781 Dunsmuir Ave. in Cumberland. ELKS HALL in Courtenay offers open mic Wednesdays, 8 p.m. FMI: 250-334-2512. GRIFFIN PUB north of CFB Comox hosts Jazztet every Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. JOE’S GARAGE features Comox Valley Uke Jam every second Tuesday. Ukulele instruction at 7 p.m., jam at 8 p.m. MEX PUB has a Rock ‘n Country Jam ‘n Dance hosted by Outlaw Fever on Tuesdays (except the first Tuesday of the month), starting at 9 p.m. PEARL ELLIS GALLERY in Comox open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. at 1729 Comox Ave. Jill Paris-Rody & Carole Goodwin Show & Sale Oct. 2 to 21. Comox Valley Camera Club Society Show & Sale Oct. 23 – Nov. 10. FMI: www.pearlellisgallery.com or Facebook. POTTERS PLACE in Courtenay open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sylvia McGourlick guest artist for October. FMI: www. thepottersplace.ca or 250334-4613. RAINBOW YOUTH THEATRE presents Singing in the Rain, Sid Williams Theatre. Oct. 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. and 20, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Sid Williams box office or at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com. WAVERLEY HOTEL jam night with Brodie Dawson and friends runs every Thursday, no cover. Visit www.waverleyhotel.ca. WHISTLE STOP PUB house band Big Fun on stage each weekend. ZOCALO CAFÉ, bassist Tim Croft plays duets with different musicians in various genres Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Anderson Jazz Syndicate performs on the last Friday of each month. Music begins at 7:30 p.m.

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DAVID GOGO at Joe’s Garage, 7 p.m. Advance tickets only at Bop City Records. KYTAMI and ANNIE BECKER at Waverley Hotel. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. Tickets at Bop City, Waverley Hotel or by phoning 250-336-8322. TOM LEWIS in house concert. FMI: 250-337-5337. COMMUNITY SING-IN for Sierra Club CV led by Tina Philippino. Comox United Church, 7 to 9 p.m. BLACK SWAN FIDDLERS return to Zocalo Cafe. Music at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation. FUNTIME FIDDLERS at contra Dance, Merville Hall. Doors at 7 p.m., music at 7:30. GAIL NEULS and SHIRLEY DICKIE exhibit art at Filberg Heritage Lodge, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. J.P. MCLEAN reads from

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Tuesday, Oct. 23 DALA at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.islandmusicfest. com.

Wednesday, Oct. 24 GRANT SHILLING reads from book at Courtenay Library, 6:30 p.m. FMI: 250-334-3369, ext. 2 or www.virl.bc.ca.

Thursday, Oct. 25 CREEPSHOW and HELLBOUND HEPCATS at Waverley Hotel. Tickets at Bop City, the Waverley Hotel, or 250-336-8322. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. LED ZEPPELIN shown at Rialto Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Rialto. FMI: 250-338 3742.

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Sunday, Nov. 11 ISLAND VOICES CHAMBER CHOIR presents “Voices in Remembrance-Songs and Readings” on Sun. Nov. 11, at 2 pm in Christ the King Catholic Church, Courtenay and 7 pm in St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Campbell River. Admission by donation, with partial proceeds to the Royal Canadian Legion. Info: Jan 250-3381439, Anne 250-287-4236, www.islandvoiceschamberchoir.bc.ca COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY film series, Rialto Theatre at 5 p.m. Tickets at CVAG Gift Shop at 580 Duncan Ave. in Courtenay and Videos N More. FMI: www. comoxvalleyartgallery.com or call 250-338-6211.

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Big pipe organ will sound during harvest concert The historic organ at Cumberland United Church will be a centerpiece of the church’s annual Harvest Concert and Dinner this Sunday, beginning at 3 p.m. The concert will feature organist Alastair Highet, and pianist Philip Nowe accompanying soprano Eve Mark and baritone Tom Tully. • Alastair Highet was born in Kilmarnock, Scotland, in 1933 and was educated at Kilmarnock Academy and the University of Glasgow. With wife Isabel, he emigrated to Nanaimo in 1958. They both began teaching in the Nanaimo School District. He was appointed as co-ordinator of music education in 1963, a position he held for 25 years. He and his family went on sabbatical leave to Hungary to study the music teaching methods of Zoltan Kodaly. Upon returning to Nanaimo, he set up a Kodaly Music Program, with impressive results for all elementary schools. Alastair retired in 1988 and, more recently, has revived his interest in organ playing. He is working on his fourth CD of classical organ music at his home in Lantzville. Besides several short works by Bach and Handel,

ORGANIST ALASTAIR HIGHET, soprano Eve Mark and baritone Tom Tully will perform Sunday at the Cumberland United Church’s annual Harvest Concert and Dinner. his program will also focus on contemporary writers for organ from England, the United States and Canada. • Eve Mark began her performance career in Edmonton. With training in both piano and voice from an early age, she was performing solo oratorio at age 14. Further training in Van-

couver and North Carolina and work in the performing arts - musical gheatre, opera, drama, chorus, and choral direction over many years, have rounded out her experience. Since moving to the Valley, Eve has directed the choirs at Denman Island United Church, St. George’s United, and is currently

the Comox Valley for the past 16 years. Her busy downtown Courtenay studio (www.evesmusicstudio. com) is active in local festivals and performances. • Tom Tully’s resonant baritone has enriched many choral groups. He has been a soloist with many ensembles, including Harmonia

Minister of Music at Cumberland United Church. With June Dupuis’ Bel Canto singers and in solo engagements, she has presented many performances where her lyric soprano renditions of arias and art songs have touched many audiences. Eve has been teaching voice and piano in

Mundi, the North Island Choral Society, and Island Voices. With June Dupuis’ Bel Canto Singers, accompanied by Lynn Robinson, Tom has charmed many audiences with his beautiful renditions of art songs, sea chanties, and classical compositions. • Philip Nowe came to Courtenay six years ago with a lifetime of classical and jazz training and experience. After a childhood immersed in classical music, he trained with jazz pianist Bob Murphy in Vancouver, and this style became his first love. He is now known as the “music man on Sixth.” Teaching piano to all ages from his downtown Courtenay studio, he also plays with jazz groups such as Indigo Jazz, the Georgia Straight Jazz Society and Jazztet. Philip shares his love of music at St. Joseph’s Extended Care and at Campbell River’s Spirit Square. Concert admission is by donation ($15 suggested). Dinner may be reserved by phoning 250-400-7800; tickets are $15. Family tickets are available. For more information, call 250-336-8429. — Cumberland United Church

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Guest potter’s work‘functional’ For October, the Potter’s Place is featuring the exquisite functional work of Sylvia McGourlick. Sylvia is a local artist who specializes in the classical functional form of pottery. She creates items for use in the house — oven, microwave and dishwasher safe — which complements food, entertaining and decoration. Eminently practical and useful, Sylvia’s

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Author signing her new book Local author J.P. McLean will sign copies of her new book, The Gift: Awakening, at Abraxas Books on Denman Island this Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. McLean’s debut novel, the first in a trilogy, is set in coastal British Columbia. The Gift: Awakening follows the heroic journey of a young woman in her quest to overcome the burden of an extraordinary gift and find her unique place in the world. Emelynn Taylor’s gift, bestowed unceremoniously and unbidden, thrust her into a vortex of mystery, wonder and intrigue that promise to change her — and her world — forever. This contemporary thriller will appeal to adult audiences who enjoy the urban fantasy genre. “The Gift was a joy to write,” says McLean. “There’s nothing quite like life-threatening conspiracies, hidden agendas and intense action sequences to fire the creative synapses.” Meet Jo-Anne (J.P.) McLean in person at Abraxas Books, 1071 Northwest Rd. on Denman Island this Saturday. For further information, call Abraxas Books at 250-335-2731. — Abraxas Books

beautifully crafted work is perfect for Christmas, weddings as well as a treat for yourselves. The Potter’s Place is on the corner of Fifth and Cliffe in the cultural heart of downtown Courtenay. It’s open Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 250-334-4613, visit www.thepottersplace.ca or like the Potter’s Place on Facebook. — Potter’s Place

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L’Arche artists share creations Starting this week, for three weeks, L’Arche art will be on display at the Zocalo Café on Fifth Street in Courtenay. It is a show made by artists with and without developmental disabilities, who come together to do art projects and socialize at the L’Arche Outreach and Creative Arts Centre in Courtenay. “Over the past few months we have really expanded our art projects,” says Claire Donovan, who works with the artists. “We have explored creating art on circular coloured card. “We have experimented with wax crayons and acrylic washes. We have used dried leaves and flowers to make nature art. The group created a large banner together, with the theme Receive. They used their hands as the template for painting. “The banner was used for a retreat in Nanaimo this summer. As well, preparing for a fall show gave artists an opportunity to focus on the themes of Halloween, Thanksgiving and autumn. I am always amazed at the variety of ideas and the

individual and unique work that is created.” The L’Arche Outreach and Creative Arts Centre has just moved into a new larger space at 1001B Fitzgerald Ave. so they can support those they welcome more comfortably. There is a reception area with a display of art and craft items for sale, as well as activity rooms for painting, beading and candle making. “It is a great time to be showing our art at the Zocalo Café,” reports Christine Monier, the community leader. “At the end of October, our L’Arche community will be welcoming people from other L’Arche communities — Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Lethbridge, Saskatoon and Winnipeg. “Firstly we will be hosting a week of meetings for the regional leaders of these communities, then the Regional General Assembly on the weekend with 45 delegates. For the finale, there will be a mega celebration in recognition of our confirmed membership in L’Arche International to be held at the Native Sons Hall in Courtenay.”

L’ARCHE COMOX VALLEY artists will display their creations for three weeks at the Zocalo Café. L’Arche Comox Valley began as a probationary member of L’Arche in 2000 after a dedicated group of Valley locals, spearheaded by the late Lock Mawhinney and inspired by the social visionary Jean Vanier, opened Jubilee House, welcoming four people with developmental disabilities. Assistants from across Canada and around the world come and live with them for a period of months or years. Four assistants live at Jubilee House, coming from Alberta, Ontario,

Germany and India. They come to learn about community life and as Jean Vanier, founder of L’Arche suggests, to become more human. The first Outreach Centre was opened in 2007 and has expanded and moved three times since then. L’Arche Comox Valley has more expansion plans. An architect has been hired to draw up plans for a purpose built Outreach and Creative Arts Centre with space for the whole community to gather for celebra-

tions, potlucks and times of prayer. As well, the space will provide housing suitable for people with and without disabilities. “We believe that there is a significant need in the Valley for a place where the gifts of people with developmental disabilities are able to be further developed, shared and showcased, and for the larger community to discover that this is a treasure and not a burden,” says Monier. “This is clearly what makes L’Arche unique. It

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NONDIGITAL DISORDER ACROSS 1 Cotton-tipped stick 5 Has an onstage role 9 Final 13 Art class adhesive 18 Rabbit relative 19 Schmooze 20 Startlingly unusual 22 Despise 23 Space studier’s field 25 Merciless 26 Rile 27 Start of a riddle 30 Seduces 31 Slithery swimmer 32 Title for Mick Jagger 33 NFL scores 36 Mata Hari was one 37 Riddle, part 2 44 Dweeby type 46 See 13-Down 47 Barmaid on “Cheers” 48 Riddle, part 3 56 Grammy winner Morissette 57 According to 58 Bleating mothers 59 “— Kapital” 60 “Cops” noise 61 Served with milk, as café 64 Cock-a- — (crossbred dogs) 67 Riddle, part 4 74 “G.I. Jane” star Moore 75 Most affable 76 Refrain from enforcing 77 “My Dog — Fleas” 80 Put — on (limit) 83 Rink coverer 84 Clara of the Red Cross 85 Riddle, part 5 91 Take — (rest one’s dogs) 92 “O Fortuna” composer Carl 93 Bids silently 94 End of the riddle 100 Male parents 103 Actor Danson 104 Group of relatives: Abbr. 105 Atop, to a sonneteer 106 Writer Munro 108 Riddle’s answer 116 Booze 118 Typical 119 Of one mind

120 Sought data 121 Hazard 122 “Finding —” 123 “Qué —?” 124 Silly sorts 125 Lays lawn on 126 History units 127 Give a bias DOWN 1 Shoulder wraps 2 Clean oneself 3 Vein’s kin 4 Swiss capital, in France 5 Stridex target 6 Half a toy train? 7 Fiddle (with) 8 Surgeon’s slender probe 9 — Ness 10 Invisible emanation 11 R-W linkup 12 Arboreal mammal resembling a squirrel 13 With 46-Across, his porridge was too hot 14 Cain’s sibling 15 Protected 16 “Mazel —!” 17 Before, to a sonneteer 21 Borden’s cow 24 Coin- — 28 High trains 29 Hosp. diagnostic 34 Entertainer Reese 35 Doesn’t exit 37 Top exec. 38 Total 39 Sakai sash 40 Counterpart of masc. 41 Make docile 42 Hitachi rival 43 Very chubby 44 “That’s not necessary” 45 Make evident 48 Hives, e.g. 49 Kazan of films 50 Albert of sportscasts 51 Since Hector was — 52 Tony-winning Carter 53 Eddy creator 54 Train station 55 “The race —!” 61 Italian for “girlfriend” 62 Here, in Dijon

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CONNOR LOGAN OF Peninsula came close on this chance, but could not beat Comox Valley goalie Josh Round.

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Icemen drop pair Earle Couper Record Staff

Just when the rain began falling in the Comox Valley, the goals began drying up for the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. The Yetis had their seven-game winning streak snapped this past weekend as they dropped a pair of close, low-scoring contests. On Oct. 13 they were blanked 1-0 by the Peninsula Panthers and on Oct. 14 they were edged 2-1 by the Oceanside Generals. The Glacier Kings are still in first place in the North Division of the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League but are looking over their shoulder at the second-place Nanaimo Buccaneers, who will be riding a modest two-game winning streak into Courtenay tomorrow night when they take on the Icemen in a 7:30 p.m. start at Comox Valley Sports Centre Arena No. 1.

The Yetis hosted the Panthers this past Saturday, and Cody Allison (the third star) scored the game’s only goal midway through the second period. Peninsula outshot Comox Valley 31-30, with first-star Stephen Heslop getting the shutout and second-star Josh Round tagged with SATURDAY, OCT. 20 7:30 P.M. SPORTS CENTRE #1

the hard-luck loss. On Oct. 14 the Yetis were in Parksville for a matinee with the Generals. Round (third star) was even busier in this outing as he faced 47 shots in the 2-1 loss. Michael Fretz netted the only goal of the first period to give Oceanside the lead. Michael Scobie’s seventh of the season pulled the visitors even at 7:29 of the second, but first-star Taylor Gray’s power-play goal at 11:10 proved to be the difference.

Round turned aside 18 shots in the third period to keep his team in the game, but the Glacier Kings couldn’t net the equalizer even with Round on the bench in favour of an extra attacker in the final minute. ICE CHIPS Jordan Kamprath leads the Glacier Kings scoring with nine goals and 11 assists, with his 20 points tying him for sixth in league scoring ... Nanaimo has taken two of three games from the Yetis this year, winning 5-4 in OT and 3-2 in early September then losing 6-2 in early October ... after dropping their fifth straight game last week, the Campbell River Storm said sayonara to head coach Rob Voltera, assistant coach Dave Wing and goalie coach Tyson Hicks and handed the reins to former assistant coach Ryan Toporowski ... VIJHL standings are in Scoreboard on page B20 ... sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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TKD club earns medals

FLANKED BY COACHES Anne Koke and Richard Dobbs are (left to right): Front row Jonathan Blancas, Jade Matthews, Eve Roberts and Isabelle Smerchanski. Back row: Daryl Matthews and Bonnie Roberts.

Comox Valley Woo Kim Taekwondo competitors, both adults and kids alike, brought home two medals each from the Master’s Cup, held Oct. 16 in Vancouver. Everyone won a medal in forms (poomsae) and in sparring. Jonathan Blancas had the crowd cheering with some spectacular spinning head shots. Other competitors included Darryl Matthews, Jade Matthews, Bonnie Roberts, Eve Roberts and Isabelle Smerchanski, who were accompanied by coaches Anne Koke and Richard Dobbs. “Some of our athletes were competing for their very first time in a taekwondo event and conducted themselves with composure and confidence,” Koke said. “Much of what we do in competition is a mental battle that we play between our minds and our nerves. Each time we confront our nerves, we grow as people and taekwondo is about physical and mental growth.”

Two of the local club members were participating as referees: Katrina Cain and Harrison Elia. World Taekwondo Federation referees start out officiating smaller events, and some go on to become referees at the Summer Olympics. “Our club operates out of the Courtenay Rec Centre (Lewis Centre) and the Comox Rec Centre under Subumnims (head instructors) Richard Dobbs and Anne Koke. Please call either rec centre for more information or to try out a class,” Koke said. Children’s classes for ages seven and up operate out of both rec centres and adult classes operate out of the Comox Rec Centre. “For those that want a good workout but are not looking for the structure of a martial art we also offer a Boxfit class Tuesday and Thursday evening out of the Comox Rec Centre,” Koke added. – Comox Valley Woo Kim Taekwondo

Vanier-Isfeld host v-ball tourney Earle Couper Record Staff

There’s top-notch senior girls volleyball action on tap this weekend as G.P. Vanier and Mark R. Isfeld sec-

ondary schools co-host their annual tournament. Action gets underway at 1 p.m. today and continues through to the final at 3:15 p.m. Satur-

day. All championship round games will be played Saturday at Vanier. Joining the Towhees and Ice at the 16-team tourney are the Highland Raiders along

Snow sport swap all set Vancouver Island’s largest new and used ski, board and snow sport gear sale is set to go. It’s hard to believe the fabulous fall weather is drawing to a close and that snow will soon be falling on local hills. Mark Sunday, Nov. 4 on your calendar for this one-day sale which has been repeated each year for over 35 years. This is a great opportunity for individuals and families to purchase new and used gear at significant savings. The 15 percent commission charged to individuals and other vendors who consign their equipment to this sale is shared by community service groups and youth winter sports teams. The event is hosted by the Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue Association, the 100-member strong Volunteer Ski Patrol Association, the Adaptive Snowsports Association and the Mt. Washington Ski Club. The nominal sales commission is an important fundraiser for each of these nonprofit groups. Items for the sale may be brought to Queneesh School (2345 Mission Rd.) in Courtenay on either Nov.

3 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. or on Nov. 4 between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. only. The sale on Sunday runs from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Only approved gear will be accepted for consignment. Admission is $2 per person or $5 per family.

A fee of $1 is charged for each item placed in the sale and a 15 per cent commission is levied for goods sold. For more information contact sale manager Mel Rogers at 250-3311990. – Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue

with three B.C. top10 teams: Ballenas #3 AAA, Carihi #8 AAA and Campbell River Christian #10 A. Today at Vanier, the Towhees play at 1 p.m., 3:20 p.m. and 5:40 p.m. At Isfeld, the Ice are in action today at 2:10 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 6:50 p.m. The Raiders play at 1 p.m., 3:20 p.m. and 5:40 p.m. today at Vanier. Vanier coach Dave Neill invites everyone to drop by the gyms, cheer on their favourite team and enjoy some exciting volleyball action. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Fundraisers important in order to have fun season The Comox Valley United Soccer Club’s U12 Girls Select team thank the following local businesses: The Real Canadian Superstore, Costco, Thrifty Foods, Grains Bakery, Canadian Tire and Aquatec Seafoods. All of the above donated items for use at the team’s concession stand held on Oct. 14, during a soccer jamboree at Queneesh Elementary School. “Without the donations from these businesses, our team would not have been able to raise as much money as it did. A sincere thank you from the girls, the coaches and most of all, the parents, who appreciate the finan-

raising goals set for this season. The girls want to offset the ferry costs for their trips to Powell River for games and they would also like to attend a Whitecaps soccer camp in the spring which costs $300 per player. “If anyone would like to learn more about the team, contact

us or support our fundraising efforts in any way, please visit the club’s website at www.cvusc.org or for our team’s contact information go to www. c v u s c. o r g / c o n t a c t s youthselect and look under U 12 Girls,” the spokesperson said. — Team Millennium

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Saturday, October 27 at 11 am Filberg Centre 411 Anderton Ave., Comox Join us in the ﬁght to “unfreeze” Pensions. Canadian Alliance of British Pensioners For local information call 250-758-7594 www.britishpensions.bc.ca

Mazda Chiefs hosting tourney

THE MAZDA PEEWEE Chiefs Player of the Week is Liam Cursley. The five-foot, 120-pound left winger wears No. 19 and his favourite NHL player is Sidney Crosby.

The Comox Valley Peewee A Chiefs had a tough weekend with two lopsided losses against the Cowichan Valley Capitals and the Victoria Grizzlies. The Chiefs will need to have two strong practices this week to focus on the basics of hard work and aggressive play while playing positional hockey, a team spokesperson said. This is especially important in the defensive zone as the team hosts their annual tournament this weekend at Glacier Gardens and the Comox Valley Sports Centre.

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Darts on at Legion The Comox Legion is hosting an open mixed doubles dart tournament on Saturday. Oct. 27. Pre-register by Oct. 26 for the round-robin event. Entry is $10 per person with total payout. Check-in until 9:45 a.m. with toe-line 10 a.m. For more information, contact Dave at 250-339-9592.

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LEADING THE CHARGE Ben Trevena carries the ball up the field for the Comox Valley Kickers. The VIRU Div. 3 side defeated Velox Valhallians 38-7 Sunday at Cumberland Village Park to solidify their hold on first place. The Kickers are away to Saanich this weekend. The locals are off to a solid 3-0-0 start and have outscored their opponents by a wide margin of 173-14. Next chance to catch the Kickers in action will be Nov. 4 when they host the Port Alberni Blacksheep. PHOTO BY EARLE COUPER

Friday nighters wrap up season Glacier Greens Friday Nite Mixed golfers held their wind-up recently. Winners were: 1st Mario Guitard, Phil Ryan, Caroline Vankerrebroeck, Barb Tripps and Mario Canil; 2nd Norm Fellbaum, Gary Tripps, Margaurite Fournier, Susan Guitard and Roberta Cadieau; 3rd Roy Hagg, Bob Mowat, Lil Ryan, Judy Fellbaum, Trudy Lamothe; 4th Leo Lamothe, Brian Hotsenpillar, Gillian Iddiols, Paula Mowat and Jim Hume. After the nine-hole scramble, the golfers had a delicious dinner catered by the Glacier Greens staff.

Thanks to all the sponsors for the prize table: Jo Klassen’s Restaurant, Wendy’s, Coulter Automotive, Midland Tools, Slegg Lumber, Ricky’s, Chances, Fluid Bar and Grill, Boston Pizza, and also to Jo Klassen’s and Wendy’s for the weekly KP prizes. “Thanks to the pro shop for all their help throughout the year and the players for their thoughtfulness. We hope to see you all back again next year as well as any other players who enjoy a mixed social game of scramble golf,” a spokesperson said. – Glacier Greens Friday Nite Mixed Golf

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Vanier Athletics looking forward to busy season The 45th edition of Towhee Athletics has begun at G.P. Vanier Secondary, and as usual, the athletic program is thriving again, says athletic director and coach Larry Street. “We have many coaches, scores of students playing sports, and plenty of enthusiasm on the various fields of play. We have some very skilled squads, some development teams and always competitive programs, at all levels. “Best of all, we have an unprecedented array of very dedicated coaches, many of whom also coach (or have coached) at the highest levels in their sport. As the only Triple A school north of Port Alberni we continue to strive for excellence, mass participation and dedicated allegiance to our Comox Valley community,” Street said. The fall season started Sept. 5 and is going strong in various sport leagues. The football team, made up of Grade 10s, 11s and 12s is steadily improving and working hard at developing a solid program that will rival the best the sport has to offer on Vancouver Island. The strong coaching staff of Steve Klein, Rick Levigne, Ralph Kussuaer and Pat Pidsosny are looking forward to seeing their troops act as spoilers when the playoffs come around at the beginning of November. The field hockey team, coached by Shannon Seeley and Taylor Truest, is also working hard at building the program back to its competitive best, despite the fact we are the only school on the Island at the Triple A level without a turf field. Still, the girls soldier on and are steadily improving, especially with senior leaders Kassandra Sewell, Amy Morro, Charlotte Ross, and Destinee Harrison. Junior boys soccer is led by coach Alan Fletcher, who is work-

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developing and hopefully can get this talented group into the B.C.s this year, which will be a boon for next year’s powerhouse team. The junior girls team is coached by Kjeryn

Mollerup and she had lots of girls to choose from for this year’s team. Plenty of enthusiasm and lots of potential here. The Grade 8 girls are coached by former Towhee Brittany Hanson, and her competitiveness is quickly rubbing off on this fledgling group of young ladies. Boys volleyball continues to be a top program on the Island, although the coaching staff of Brian McAskill (senior boys), Brian Stevens (junior boys), Riley MacKinnon (junior boys), and Richard Murphy (Grade 8 boys) are working at building it up again since this year all the teams are very young. Experience might be lacking at this date, but the great coaching and hard work in the month of October will

certainly make all three teams very competitive come playoff time. Plenty of potential, and loads of promise. Winter season sports will start up with practices in early November, with the usual array of sports. Senior g i r l s c o a c h K e v i n Lee plans to make this his best, and last season what with his daughter Kendra Lee (also a starter on the volleyball team) playing her last year before an inevitable move on to college basketball. Junior girls coach Heidi Zirkl will move on with the program, and is working at developing this team for next year’s seniors. Grade 8 girls can look forward to starting up after volleyball season, and are always fun to work with. The boys program is led by 37-year coach Larry Street (senior boys) and his young coaching staff of Tony Edwards (junior boys), James Shepherd (Grade 9 boys) and Rockin’ Ross Jamieson (Grade 8 boys). The wrestling program will be spearheaded by always enthusiastic Ken Lees. He is looking for help so if you are interested please contact the

school. We also have a gymnastics team, centred out of the Comox Rec Centre. And finally, there is the always fun snowboard team and ski team, led by stalwart Ron Olsen (ski) and joined by Sabrina Lloyd (snowboarding). The spring season doesn’t come for a while, but many coaches are already preparing. Led by rugby guru and self-confessed rugby ‘nut’ Ken Erickson, the rugby teams are always a top 10 program. Coach Erickson puts countless hours in to hone his teams’ skills and again he looks forward to a banner crop next spring. This Provinciallevel coach is helped by coaches Peter Parke and Rob McMath. The girls side of rugby can’t wait. The Provincial runners-up are coached by hardworking Dwayne Mills, and assisted by Steve Fagan. Already many of the girls are weight training, running and taking rugby class to go for the championship they barely missed last year. Track and field will be led by head coach Richard Murphy and numerous other teachers usually come out to help. Tim Krutzmann will be the golf coach

again, and he looks forward to some very talented girls and boys. Finally, the girls soccer program is in the spring, and coaches Alison Mayert (seniors) and Sabrina Lloyd (juniors) have lots of girls who can’t wait to play for the Towhees. “If any community

member wishes to get involved, please contact our administrative reps, Jason Cobey and Kevin Spicer, or myself,” Street said. “The public can follow the G.P. Vanier website under athletics for more information about our sports programs.” – Vanier Athletics

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HOCKEY VANCOUVER ISLAND JUNIOR LEAGUE Standings as of Oct. 13 North Division Team GP W L OTL PTS GF GA STR Comox Valley Gl. Kings 14 8 5 1 17 56 46 L2 Nanaimo Buccaneers 13 6 7 0 12 40 48 W2 Oceanside Generals 14 4 8 2 10 42 58 W1 Campbell River Storm 10 3 6 1 7 27 37 L5 South Division Team GP W L OTL PTS GF GA STR Victoria Cougars 13 12 0 1 25 79 28 W6 Saanich Braves 11 9 2 0 18 52 28 W1 Peninsula Panthers 12 7 5 0 14 35 33 W2 Westshore Wolves 13 7 6 0 14 41 47 W1 Kerry Park Islanders 12 0 10 2 2 30 77 L12 Oct. 13 Peninsula 1 Comox Valley 0. Oct. 14 Comox Valley 1 Oceanside 2 Oct. 20 Comox Valley Glacier Kings vs. Nanaimo Buccaneers 7:30 p.m. Comox Valley Sports Centre Arena #1

DARTS CV MEN’S ASSOCIATION Standings as of Oct. 11 Team Pts Courtenay Legion A 47 Griffin Pub Flyers 45 Elks 41 Comox Legion A 35 Comox Legion C 34 Comox Legion B 33 Courtenay Legion B 31 Griffin Pub 22 Top 10 Averages Player Avg. Bill Durant 63.34 Joe McNeill 57.82 John Chequis 57.11 Terry Jackson 56.31 Ernie Linden 56.26 Sean Adrian 54.87 Daniel Leaman 53.05 Wayne Joy 52.90 Jamie Elliott 52.86 Hap Hanson 52.43 High Checkout Sean Adrian 98 High Score Ron Anderson 152 180s Art Forbes 2 Games Won This Week Comox Legion A 11, Comox Legion B 11, Comox Legion C 13, Courtenay Legion A 18, Courtenay Legion B 9, Elks 15, Griffin Pub 6, Griffin Pub Flyers 13

Powell River 1 1 0 0 4 Cowichan 1 1 1 0 0 Saanich 0 0 1 0 -4 Port Alberni 0 1 2 0 -8 Oct. 14 Velox Valhallians 7 Comox Valley Kickers 38 Oct. 21 Comox Valley Kickers @ Saanich VIRU SR. WOMEN Standings as of Oct. 13 Team W L D BP Pt Velox 4 1 0 0 8 Nanaimo 3 1 0 0 6 Cowichan 3 1 0 0 6 Comox Valley 1 4 0 0 2 Port Alberni 0 3 0 0 0 UVic 0 1 0 0 0 Oct. 13 Comox Valley Kickers 7 Nanaimo 70 Oct. 20 Comox Valley Kickers bye

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AAA Senior Boys Team MW ML GW GL PT Vanier 2 1 5 2 7 Highland 1 1 2 2 3 Isfeld 1 2 2 5 2 MW Matches Won, ML Matches Lost, GW Games Won, GL Games Lost, PT Points. Oct. 23 @ Highland: 5:15 p.m. Vanier vs. Highland, 6:15 p.m. Isfeld vs. Highland Nov. 2-3 Comox Valley North/ South Challenge at G.P. Vanier Nov. 16-17 AA and AAA Island Championships at Vanier, Highland and Isfeld

50+ Seniors Standings as of Oct. 11 Team Tot Spare Shooters 69 Flyers 62 Strikers 61 Hopefuls 59 Happy Wanderers 58 Chargers 56 Class Act 56 King Pins 56 Quinsam Auto 50 Limeys 43 Team: High game scr Chargers 663 High game hdcp Chargers 865 High series scr Spare Shooters 1792 High series hdcp Strikers 2435 Men’s: High game scr Bill Eveson 209, Hank Modras 209 High game hdcp Ken McRann 268 High series scr Leonard Marshall 535 High series hdcp Ken McRann 677 Ladies: High game scr Norma Killin 189 High game hdcp Eilene May 245 High series scr Norma Killin 498 High series hdcp Eilene May 671

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FOOTBALL MID-ISLAND WOMEN B.C. HIGH SCHOOL Tier II Varsity Standings as of Oct. 13 Team W L T PT Frank Hurt 3 0 0 6 Timberline 3 0 0 6 Vanier Towhees 2 1 0 4 Howe Sound 1 2 0 2 Milne 1 2 0 2 Earl Marriott 0 3 0 0 Isfeld Ice 0 1 0 0 Gulf Islands 0 0 0 0 Oct. 19 Frank Hurt vs. Vanier Towhees 1 p.m. Bill Moore Memorial Park

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ishing is a many sided affair and when you go on the water be prepared for the unusual and you may get a pleasant surprise. Bryan Allan and I were trying to connect with some chum salmon last week. If you have followed the recreational fishery on these late migrating salmon you will be aware that there has been a considerable amount of fishing time invested with very few fish being caught during our 2012 season, In our case this was our third attempt and aside from playing some coho and at least one large steelhead we have yet to put a chum salmon in the boat. There are two ways of accessing the recreational chum fishing grounds in Johnstone Strait. Many anglers launch at the Discovery Bay Ramp in Campbell River and travel up the straits from there. Another common access is to travel to the launch ramp at Browns Bay and enter the strait at that point. The most popular locations for recreational fishing in the lower strait are in Plumper Bay and Deepwater Bay â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both across from Browns Bay. There are also two more popular locations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the waters from Chatham Point Lighthouse to Rock Bay on the west side of the Strait and Greensea on the east side of the Strait.

ACCOMPANYING A PAIR of anglers on a recent fishing excursion were PHOTO BY RALPH SHAW these playful white-sided dolphins.

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RALPH SHAW Johnstone Strait is a well known destination for wildlife viewing of whales, porpoises, dolphins, sea lions and harbour seals. When Bryan and I were travelling north in the morning towards Greensea we found ourselves in the midst of a large school of white-sided dolphins that were friendly and wanted to play along the side of the boat. I got my camera out and proceeded to take pictures. After a high from the excitement of the dolphins we started fishing the waters off Greensea. There were 10 recreational and three commercial troll boats in the area and we did see a few fish taken. However our offerings were steadfastly refused by the chum and everything

else except one ambitious, small lingcod. As the day wore on our patience gave out and we decided to go back to Deepwater Bay to see if could change our luck. On the way back we were entertained by what I assume was the same large school of white-sided dolphins that were super friendly. I used my camera once again and the accompanying photograph is one of my trophies for an exciting day on the water in the company of a likeminded fisherman. It is not very often we can have eye contact with such a wild, beautiful animal while speeding through pristine coastal waters. We both agreed the lucky pictures we got will be memories much longer than a catch of chum salmon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; although it would have been nice to catch at least one. â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Congratulations to Lisa Cunningham on her win in the .410 bore at the World Skeet

Championship in San Antonio, Texas. Members of the Courtenay and District Fish and Game Protective Association share the pride of one of our members winning such an event on the world stage. Further congratulations to

Lome Wigard for his excellent showing in his first-time entry at the event. For people who have no idea what skeet shooting is about you should come up to the club and witness the skill level required to shoot two skeet in a row, never mind 100. Lisa came within four small clay targets of doing it 100 times in sequence with the smallest shotgun used in competition to win her event. Well done! â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Stay tuned for a possible chum salmon opening on the Puntledge River in light of increased rain and brood stock moving into the hatchery and up the river.

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On Saturday, Oct. slowly started gaining 13, the Comox Valley momentum against the Raiders PeeWee and much larger opponents Junior Bantam football by simply outlasting teams marched down them on the field, a to Nanaimo for games testament to how hard against the NDSS they work at practice. On the offensive and squads. The PeeWees kicked off the day with defensive lines, Bailey Brayden a strong performance. McTavish, Laking and Once again Sequoia Luke Yeo Magaardran amok Having Reed held through the lost once earstrong, holdCowboys, ing the big scoring near- lier this year to guys in check ly every time that team, the on offence he touched Raiders fought the ball. hard and slowly and pushing up-field on Justin Mer- started gaindefence. edith-Jones Rheyden and Wesley ing momentum Le was an Ayers both against the absolute had strong much larger machine this games, hold- opponents by S a t u r d a y, ing the offen- simply outlastrunning the sive line and getting into ing them on the ball hard up the middle the backfield. field, a testa(with great On the other ment to how lead blockside of the hard they work ing by Monty ball, Stan- at practice. Watson) for ley Novak some large and Reuben Kuzma made some good gains and a couple of tackles in the defensive touchdowns while playbackfield. Game ball ing a huge role on the for the PeeWees goes defensive side of the to Angelique Kennedy: ball as well. In the end the Raidshe had a strong game Saturday and made ers held strong and some key tackles on played an excellent defence and had a cou- game, tying the Outple of good runs down laws 26-26 by holdthe sidelines helping ing off a last minute charge. Game ball goes the Raiders win 27-6. Then came the JBs. to Rheyden Le, who After battling through was a dominating force low numbers and a usu- out there all game. The PeeWees and ally lopsided size difference, the Raiders came Junior Bantams play out swinging against here this Sunday a much bigger Outlaw (Oct. 21) at Bill Moore squad. Having lost Memorial Park against once earlier this year Parksville. The Peeto that team, the Raid- Wees start at 11 a.m., ers fought hard and with the Junior Ban-

tams kicking off at 1 p.m. “They should both be great games to watch,” a Raiders’ spokesperson said. – Comox Valley Raiders

Jones wins award from B.C. lacrosse

COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Friday, October 19, 2012

Record Staff Terri Jones of Comox Valley Minor Lacrosse received a 2012 BC Lacrosse Association Presidents Award at the BCLA’s annual general meeting. The AGM was held Oct. 12-14 in Whistler. The

BCLA Presidents Award promotes and celebrates the spirit of volunteerism by giving BCLA organizations an opportunity to acknowledge and thank an individual who has demonstrated outstanding dedication and commitment to lacrosse. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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AL TARRAS January 9, 1940 October 21, 2011 A million times we needed you A million times we cried If love alone could have saved you You never would have died In life we loved you dearly In death we love you still For in our hearts you hold a place The world can never ďŹ ll It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone. For part of us went with you The day God took you home. All our love Judy, Rick, Doug & Chris

Basic Cremation Service includes: Adeline passed away peacefully October 14, 2012 surrounded by loved ones. Adeline was born November 16, 1921 to Olga and Edward Wesner in Ludwigort, Germany. In 1925, her family immigrated to Canada settling first in Ardrossan, Alberta and moving on to the Comox Valley in 1936. Adeline was predeceased by her loving husband Rudy, whom she married in 1941. Adeline and Rudy raised 3 children: Edward (Ann), Lorne (Lynn), and Hilda (Bill). She will be fondly remembered by her brothers Eric (Anna) and Art (Minnie), by her grandchildren Mike (Louise), Darlene (Mike), Jodi (James), Lisa, Daryl, Brent and Corrie (Simon), by her great grandchildren Tamara, Stephanie, Naomi, Leah, Quinten, Lily, Beckett, Will, Grace, Jack and Ellaina and by many nieces and nephews. An accomplished cake decorator, gardener, and homemaker, Adeline was happiest in her kitchen, hummingbirds were always welcome at the feeder in front of the kitchen window. The family would like to thank the staff at the Comox Valley Seniors Village, the doctors and nurses at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital and the Jehovah Witness congregation for their compassion and support the last months of Adelineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian National institute for the Blind would be appreciated. Service to be held at 2:00PM, Saturday October 27th at the Kingdom hall, 1581 Dingwall Rd.

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Annual General Meeting of the Tribune Bay Outdoor Education Society to be held Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. 607 Cumberland Rd. Courtenay. Elections will be held. New members welcome.

Arden Area Residents’ Association Annual General Meeting Thursday, Oct. 25th, 2012 7:00 pm. Comox Valley Regional District Board Room

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: Officer(s) of the Comox Valley RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $7,620 CAD, on or about 18:20 Hours, $180 CAD, on or about 20:11 Hours, and a black HTC cell phone, on or about 18:20 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was a warrant authorized by the court pursuant to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada to seize evidence in respect of an offence (or offences) under section 354(1) (Possession of property obtained by crime) of the Criminal Code of Canada in respect of offences pursuant to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2012-1214, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the

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Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/ civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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Looking Back & Moving Forward

(formerly Community Access Programs and Comox Valley Leisure Club)

Celebrating 25 Years of Service! We invite our friends, families and community stakeholders (both old and new) to drop in during the week of October 22-26 Drop by any day between 1:30-2:30 to reminisce, have a cuppa and enjoy browsing our photos from 1987 to 2012.

Donations for Dale On September 19th, our dear friend and coworker Dale Adamschek was hit by a truck backing up in a construction zone.

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Now confined to her home until all injuries completely heal we hope that Dale will get well soon. Considering all the obstacles she has faced she has persevered extremely well. Many people have asked to support Dale and what can be done for her now? Anyone wishing to contribute to the support of Dale Adamschek can donate to RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) on Ryan Rd. Account number 502-411-2. Please help us support Dale since her activity in the workforce is on longer possible.

Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: ﬁsh@blackpress.ca

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Wanted for Calgary, Edmonton AB & Surrey B.C.

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CLASS 1 & 3 DRIVERS

We Offer:

MOTEL ASST Manager team to run small nice Motel in Parksville BC. Non-Smoking, no Pets, in good Health, fulltime live-in position. Call 250586-1633 or email: kjjr27@hotmail.com

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• Industry Leading Remuneration • Full Beneﬁts & Pension Plan Please e-mail resumes & current drivers abstract: drivers@supersave.ca or Fax: (1)604.534.3811

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

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Call day or night. 250-338-8042

COMING EVENTS

Mid-Island Potters Group TH

20 ANNUAL POTTERY SALE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27th 11 am to 5 pm

Parksville Community Centre

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 - 21- speed bike close to Nympph Falls, Oct 15 call to identify. 250-898-8360 FOUND PONTOON boat on the eastside of Seal Island. If yours please call (250)3392130.

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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 beneﬁt 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.

Guest Potters:

LOST: 2 Tabby/white ﬂuffy indoor female cats, very shy. Tattoo’s in ears. Robb, Stewart area, Comox. Reward. Call (250)339-1102.

Al Knutson Linda Phillips Ellen Statz

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LOST BLACK & Red mountain bike on Plateau Rd near Browns River/Piercy Rd. If found please call (250)7030233.

CHILDREN CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED at Eden Street Salon and Day Spa. Are you looking for a place where you will be appreciated and you can ﬂourish? We are the right place with a mature business and strong leadership looking for you! Must have internal motivation to provide exceptional customer service and a great team player! Apply in person with resume to 2701 Eden Street, Campbell River.

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COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANICS Wanted for Surrey, Kamloops, Calgary & Edmonton

Duties Include: • Maintenance & Repairs • Diagnostics of Trucks, Trailers, Forklifts and Hydraulics • Reporting • Inventory control

Qualiﬁcations: • Strong command of the English Language • 3rd or 4th year apprentices • Certiﬁed journeymen • Driver’s licence • Self-starter We Offer:

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Being a Traffic Control Person, Dale is often on the construction site and working extremely hard, except for when she was diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer. She went through all the treatment necessary and was recovering when she wanted to start working again. And it was less than 5 months after her time back in the workforce this accident happened, resulting in broken ribs, fractured vertebrae, and a head injury that required staples.

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Yearly Update and Board Elections CVRD Guest Speakers on RGS and Planning for the Arden/Marsden Area

Call (250) 335-0080

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550B Comox Rd., Courtenay

For more information:

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• Industry Leading Remuneration • Full Beneﬁts & Pension Plan

Please e-mail resumes: mechanics@supersave.ca

or Fax: (1)604.534.3811

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

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NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE MARINE DRIVE AT ROYSTON ROAD 8:00 AM OCTOBER 22nd, 2012 to 6:00 PM November 2nd, 2012 Please be advised that Marine Drive in Royston will be closed to all trafﬁc at the intersection of Royston Road from 8:00 AM Tuesday October 22nd, 2012 to 6:00 PM November 2nd, 2012 to facilitate excavation activities.

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PLEASE USE ALTERNATE ROUTES Trafﬁc on Royston Road east of Old Island Highway will be limited to local residents, business patrons and BC Transit. For more information contact

Tervita Corporation at 250-812-7001

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AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

*Please specify the area that you would be able to work*

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 71 (COMOX VALLEY)

Human Resources Coordinator / HRIS Specialist Effective February 1, 2013 School District 71 (Comox Valley) is located on the east coast of Vancouver Island approximately 100 kms north of Nanaimo and is located on the traditional territory of the Komoks First Nation.

Qualified individuals are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter outlining how they meet the hiring criteria, a chronological resume with the name, phone number /email address of three professional references through “www.makeafuture.ca” under the section “Management & Professionals” by 1:00 p.m. pacific time on Wednesday, October 31st, 2012. EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

Please send resume to: Human Resource Services St. Joseph’s General Hospital 2137 Comox Avenue Comox, B.C. V9M 1P2 Fax: (250) 339-1515 Or email: jobs@sjghcomox.ca

HELP WANTED

CINNSATIONAL IS seeking part-time help. Are you a happy person who would like to work a few hours a week? No experience necessary but the successful candidate must be able to work during school hours and weekends. Apply in person with resume at store in Driftwood Mall.

The Comox Golf Club is seeking the services of an experienced food & beverage operator. This picturesque, 88 seat capacity restaurant is situated in downtown Comox. The successful contract operator will be required to work closely with the membership to provide services for golfers and the general public. We would like to thank all applicants but, only those short listed for interviews will be contacted. Please submit letters of interest by November 10, 2012 to: Restaurant Contractor cgc@shawcable.com. Or mail to:1718 Balmoral Ave. Comox, BC V9M 2N1

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 ﬁre 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 qualiﬁcations are available online at www.comox valleyrd.ca/jobs. Applications will be accepted until 3 p.m. October 22, 2012.

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Courtenay location. Guaranteed $11/ hour, 25% proﬁt sharing, paid overtime, beneﬁts, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Call 1-866472-4339 today for an interview.

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St. Joseph’s General Hospital is currently recruiting casual Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses for the Psychiatric Unit. Must be a graduate of a recognized School of Nursing and have a current, practicing registration with the College of Registered Nurses of B.C. Also must have a minimum of one year experience that correlates to the Inpatient Psychiatric Services Unit; current CRNBC/CRPNBC registration; current Level “C” C.P.R. certification; current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training; and Canadian Nurses Association Certificate for Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurses or demonstrated equivalency. Applicants must also possess the ability to provide nursing care to patients, families and/or groups in a professional manner, consistent with nursing and administrative policies, standards, procedures and regulations in the following areas: • Establishment and implementation of therapeutic helping relationships • Diagnosis and monitoring of specific mental disorders • Treatment of specific mental disorders with: pharmacologic means, individual therapeutic intervention, group therapy skills and Electro Convulsive Therapy • Ability to implement emergency measures in a rapidly changing environment • Health promotion activities • Demonstrated interdisciplinary collaboration • Effective communication skills • Effective interpersonal skills • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

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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

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School District 71 (Comox Valley) 607 Cumberland Road, Courtenay B.C. V9N 7G5 WE ARE CURRENTLY SEARCHING FOR: A REGULAR PLUMBING/HEATING MECHANIC AND TEMPORARY ABORIGINAL SUPPORT WORKERS For more details about this job opportunity and how to apply, please visit our website at sd71.bc.ca and click on jobs. Note that only complete application packages received through the makeafuture.ca website no later than 13:00 hrs on the closing date will be considered.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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HEAVY DUTY MACHINERY

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

HELP WANTED

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ESCORTS

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.

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 Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s necessary. Apply before October 23rd 4pm to info@cumberlandmuseum.ca or to in person 2680 Dunsmuir Ave.

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THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: â&#x20AC;˘Coastal CertiďŹ ed Hand Fallers-Camp Positions Avail. â&#x20AC;˘Coastal CertiďŹ ed Bull Buckers-Includes vehicle/accommodations â&#x20AC;˘Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers â&#x20AC;˘Line Machine Operator â&#x20AC;˘Grapple Yarder Operators â&#x20AC;˘Hooktenders â&#x20AC;˘Chasers â&#x20AC;˘Heavy Duty Mechanics â&#x20AC;˘Driller Blasters â&#x20AC;˘Excavator Operators Fulltime with union rates/beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

I LOVE YOUR GARDEN. Mowing, planting, weeding Odd jobs.Dirt cheap rates. Call Arni 250-334-9300

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

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WAYNEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HANDYMAN & Reno. Service. 20+yrs exp. in carpentry, decking, fencing, framing, ďŹ nishing, drywalling, mudding, painting. Small jobs ok. 250-339-0879

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HOME REPAIR & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free estimate at 250-898-8887.

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS CUSTOM TILE & Cement work. Over 20 years in design and layout. All work guaranteed. Call 250-702-4136

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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.

Great Canadian Builders Ltd. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Turning Houses into Homes.â&#x20AC;? Your complete renovation specialists. 30 years experience. All interior & exterior work, concrete, sheds, garages, fences, rooďŹ ng, decks, drywall, framing. Restorations, additions. Licensed and insured, for your free estimate. Call Steve, 250-218-7185. HARD WORKING Conscientious talented renovator. Saving you time and money. Call Dan today 250-871-2259

LANDSCAPING FALL LANDSCAPING, hedge trimming, yard clean ups & fruit tree pruning. Dependable lawn care. Ray 250-897-9886 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.

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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.

UNDER $200 FUTON WITH Matt. & protective cover. Like new. N/P or N/S. smells. $150 339-4829 I-MAC 800 17â&#x20AC;? LCD $200 OBO w/programs. 2X Antique Singer style sewing machines (Treable) $40ea. Danby 7cft chest freezer $125. Cherry ďŹ nished desk $125. 336-8042

FREE ITEMS 10 ASSORTED burls, some cedar some ďŹ r. Dried. You pick up. Call (250)339-0428.

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

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ASHIYA ALTO saxophone, gently used, was $700. Now $600. Lrg bird cage with starter kit incldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s food, book and accessories, new, was $120. Now $100. Call (250)923-1885. BEIGE GLIDER with ottoman $75. like new. 1 book case 47â&#x20AC;?H, 24â&#x20AC;?W, 11â&#x20AC;?D $25. Full set Sandra Palmer Clubs with extras and cart, $50. 250-3343213

COSTUMES FOR rent. Huge selection to choose from! (250) 334-3687 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

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SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers ďŹ rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

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4 HIGHBACK Wicker Chairs, light colour with 2 matching tables. Best offer. 9 Collectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s framed Owl plates with certiďŹ cates Best offers Call 250923-5692

OPEN HOUSE 1052 Springbok Rd. Sat. Oct. 20. 11-1pm. Beautiful 1766sqft. 3bd, 3bth home in desirable area. $282,900. Pictures @ craigslist #3298945605 and kijiji #423235345.

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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

FIBRE WINE Making Kit (ďŹ lter & 5 carboys 10 gals ea $110. Electric Time Delay House Heater $65. Jennings Wheel Chair $100. Phone 250-890-3304.

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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.

CLARK SANDER - 7 inch, Electronic Caddy, Golf Pull Cart with seat, Pallet Jack, E Bike 400K. 250334-9959

#250-703-FIRE(3473) Est. since 2004. Custom cut, split, delivered, clean wood. Well seasoned.

STALLION PINE Shavings, Stallion Giddy up pine pellet bedding, Okanagan premium heating pellets, clean burn heating pellets. Delivery available. Call: 250-757-9232

EAST COURTENAY 980 s.f. 3 bdrms, large living room, spacious kitchen,mostly new laminate ďŹ&#x201A;ooring. Fenced in yard, workshop w/electricity. Right across from N.I.C., aquatic center, Costco, Home Depot & new Thriftyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. 250-703-6768

ADMIRAL HEAVY duty Washer/Dryer, 1yr old. $500. Craftsman riding mower, 21HP, 40â&#x20AC;? mower deck, with bagger & wagon $500. (250)914-1049.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

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.

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CKC REG. Fawn Pug Puppies. Ready to go. Home raised. Shots, 1500. 336-2305

FOR SALE BY OWNER

WILLOW POINT: 1 level patio home in est. adult-oriented complex. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, ďŹ nished ofďŹ ce in 1300 sq.ft. Awesome updates incld skylight, new cabinets, tiled ent., real oak ďŹ&#x201A;rs. 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!

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

GOOD HORSE hay for sale 1st cut $5.50 per bale, 2nd cut $8 per. Free delivery for 50 or more. Call 250-338-5503.

FIRST CUT HAY out of the barn. $5 a bale or $4.50 for 50 or more. Free Delivery for 50 or more. Call (250)338-4209 or (250)218-2817

Cute, cozy condo. 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bth. Three very new appliances. Mountain view. Close to schools. A must see. 250-923-9399

COMOX RANCHER on .95acre, 3bdrm, 2 bath, approx 2400sqft. 1500sqft shop, 2 bays, 13â&#x20AC;&#x2122;over height doors, ofďŹ ce, 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!

PETS

Nursing Unit Clerk â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 months - Work in the heart of the hospital

CV HANDYMAN SERVICES30 yrs. exp. Reasonable rates. Prefer small jobs. Please call Victor, 250-703-1218.

1999 BOBCAT 453 Loader. 1200 gentle hours, Kubota diesel engine, new battery, good tires, extra buckets. 250-3353340 for more info. $8,000.

Grader snow wing and blade. Also grader chains. Good working cond. 1600x24 & 100x24. 250-287-7953.

APPLIANCES

Medical Transcriptionist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9 months - Work online or in hospitals

APARTMENT/CONDOS

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL

GARDENING

HANDYPERSONS

REAL ESTATE

Dump runs, Yard clean-ups, re-cycling, construction site. Bark, top soil, gravel, sawdust, wood chips.

Study online or on campus

Pharmacy Technician â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8 months - The ďŹ rst CCAPP accredited program in BC

CONTENTS OF 3 chair Barber Styling Shop (Courtenay). Please call 250-897-4533.

GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fashions SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606

RUBBISH REMOVAL

TRADES, TECHNICAL ATTENTION ALL Forklift Operators! You must be certiďŹ ed by law. Call now to enroll in unique program that offers the best in training and certiďŹ cation. 250-702-4136

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Garage Sales

7387 N. Island Hwy Merville

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? VIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

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SPORTING GOODS SURFBOARD- NSP 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;? epoxy longboard w/ Dakine bag. Excel. cond., seldom used. Tri ďŹ n, mid: 22 5/8â&#x20AC;?, thick: 3â&#x20AC;?, leash. Bag & board $525. Eves or msg. 250-923-8439

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COURTENAY - 5120 Willis Way Sat 9-2. Indoor Moving Sale. Everything Must Go!

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GARAGE SALES KIDS CLUTTER SALE Sat. Oct 20, 9am-12pm at the Courtenay Legion. We are asking for cash or food donations for our local food bank. Sale includes childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing, toys, books, costumes, outdoor equipment, baby needs & maternity clothes. Partial proceeds from the sale go to the local food bank.

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

HOUSES FOR SALE

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

APARTMENT/CONDO

OFFICE/RETAIL

HOMES FOR RENT

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.

OFFICE- 400 sq ft across from busy Thrifty’s, 2nd ﬂoor. 345 6th St. $450/mo. All in. Call 250-703-0361 or email: wnowe@hotmail.com

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 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. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com

HOMES WANTED

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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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 ﬁnished. Offers. (250)923-4701.

OPEN HOUSE

Open House: 910 Nicholson Rd, Port McNeill Saturday, Oct. 20th, 1-3pm Coldwell Banker Island Coastal

RENTALS

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 COURTENAY 2 BDRM. 5 appl’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 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

MOUNTAIN VIEW Manor- 125 Centennial Dr, Courtenay. 1 & 2 bdrms, secure entrance, ELEVATOR. 250-334-2800.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

305-111 Edgett Rd 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 4 appls, $700/mth Avail. Oct 1st 314-205 1st St 2 bed, 2 bath N/S, N/P 6 appls, $850/mth Avail. Nov 1 304-129 Back Road 2 bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 appls, $850/mth Avail. Nov 1

APARTMENT/CONDO

ROOMS FOR RENT COURTENAY: SHARED W/D & Kitchen, own bathroom. N/S. Avail after Nov. 4th, $500 incls all utils. 250-702-4457.

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Call 250-338-7136 for tour.

APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENT/CONDO COURTENAY(14th & McPhee) 2 bdrm, grd ﬂr, seniors orientated, 5 appls, sm garden. N/S, no dogs. $850. Avail Nov 1. (250)334-8468.

LARGE 2 bdrm. Free heat & H/W, Elevator. Great location! $750./mo. 250-334-4646.

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

Apartments•Condos•Suites

OFFICE/ STUDIO/ Small business rental space, Royston. 500 sq.ft. +. Self-contained, Walk to ocean $600./mo inclds patio, parking, hydro, gas, cable, wi-ﬁ. (250)650-0999.

NEW AD. Large, newly renovated 1-bedroom main ﬂoor 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.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

In The Comox Valley 250.338.3746

The Longer the clock ticks away before using Kathleen Larson as your buyers agent or Lyle Larson as your sellers agent...

... the more chance that results will pass you by. Find out why. www.royallepagevancouverisland.com

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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.

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APARTMENTS

PARK PLACE

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 wellrespected, 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.

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

250-334-9717

HOLLYRIDGE MANOR 200 Back Road, Courtenay 1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique ﬂoor 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, ﬂooring and bathroom ﬁttings 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

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.

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.

1055-10th Street

CONDOS ST. BRELADES

PACIFIC COURT 1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay

146 Back Road, Courtenay

2 bedroom available immediately, 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.

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

To View, Call 250-334-4483

RUTHERFORD MANOR BEECHER MANOR

1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

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

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 req’d.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

HOMES FOR RENT

TOWNHOUSES

AUTO FINANCING

SPORTS & IMPORTS

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

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. WAREHOUSE SPACE, approx 1600 sq ft, 1491 McPhee Ave., $1500 mo. Avail now. Call (250)702-1096.

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.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Houses & Suites

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900 APARTMENT/CONDOS COURTENAY 3 bdrm. duplex in Puntledge Park - 1 1/2 bath - 4 appl. Bright & spacious rooms throughout - separate laundry area and other nice extras! - Private area with outside deck - exterior shed - and garage! N/P, N/S $1200. 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. or Dec. 1. Open to view Sat/Sun between 12-3. For more info 250-514-1471, 250-686-1710

HOMES FOR RENT 1BDRM house fenced yard in Cumberland, avail Nov 1. Looking for quiet N/S tenant. Small pet ok. Ref. please $900/mth 250-331-3528 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

APARTMENT/CONDO

COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 6 appls, Gas F/P, garage, fenced yard, N/S, pets neg. Avail. immed. $1,300/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 COMOX- 3 bdrm Rancher on Cortez Cres, family rm, F/P, laundry, 2 bath, 5 appls, garage. $1300. 1(604)925-1071. 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. CRAIGDAROCH BEACH, Union Bay 3 bdrm, 2 bath, FP, 6 appls., N/S, N/P. Avail. Now, $1250/mo. 890-0909. CUMBERLAND 2-BDRM house, across from park/trails. 4 appls. NS/NP. $900. 250336-8545.

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APARTMENT/CONDO

339B Nim Nim 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls $1000/mth Avail. Immed. 337 Mcleod Rd 3 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls. $1000/mth Avail. Immed. 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

SHARED ACCOMMODATION ROYSTON, SOUTH. Large bdrm for working person. Refs reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Laundry & housekeeping. Avail now! 250-335-3337.

STORAGE RV STORAGE, 5th Wheel or boat, dry covered area. $85/month or $800/year. Fenced outside storage $50/mth. 250-338-5503.

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

TOWNHOUSES

www.advancedpm.ca 250-338-2472

APARTMENTS / CONDOS / SUITES

ARBOUR GLEN

Well maintained 2 bdrm upper level suite includes 4 appl & is ideally located in walking distance to schools, shopping and amenities; N/S & N/P; $750/month; immediate possession avail.

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

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.

COLDWELL BANKER ISLAND COASTAL (Property Management Division) 2-3 Bdrm, 3 bath townhouse on MansďŹ eld Dr. Beautifully furnished; fridge, stove, washer & dryer. No smoking, no pets. $1700 per mth. Close to all amenities. Contact: Ryan Liebert 250-703-3672 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.

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

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

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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 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. -$1,100/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

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CARS

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

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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.

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.

2003 Dodge Caravan(Sport) 7 pass. Approx. 136,000 mi. Asking $4560. Phone Bell at 250-286-0225.

1998 PONTIAC Bonneville 372,000 kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $800.00 Call 250-339-3002 2002 MERCURY Cougar 83,000 km. All options, Sunroof. Leather interior. Show room cond. $7500. 871-4746 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.

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 2005 Pioneer travel trailer. 19ft. Walk around queen bed. Excel. cond. inside/out. Has spongy ďŹ&#x201A;oor. Materials to repair approx. $1000. Price for quick sale $3000 OBO.

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

2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $10,500. Call after 5pm or leave msg. 1 (250)754-0725

2007 ITASCA CAMBRIA by Winnebago. 29â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Class B loaded motor home with 2 slides in mint cond. Low mileage $56,500. Call 250-752-9536

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.

2008 37â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Everest 5th Wheel4 Slides, large 4 dr fridge, king bed, lots of cabinets, like new, $37,000. Call 250-334-7471.

2008 LEXINGTON GTS 283 18,500 miles. Full body paint, three slides. Like new, $69,900. Phone:250-898-8718 or 250-702-2681

FOR SALE: 1991 E350 7.3L Diesel van. 2 owners, excellent condition. Can be used for work or fun. $3995 obo. Call 250-897-6484 or email sapphire@telus.net for more information.

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.

Southland torque ďŹ&#x201A;ex axle trailer. 5000kg GW. tric brakes. Deck needs $1300. 250-926-0772 or 830-8105.

dual Elecwork. 250-

14 1/2 ft. Cope Alum 5 ft. Beam 25HP Yamaha (â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;90) w/battery charger. Eagle sounder (2010) 2-down riggers (one elec) Rods, prawn traps, elec boat winch $3300 Call Bob 250-338-1676

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TAHOE STAR Edition, 32â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 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. 2007 VW Golf City, blue, 5spd, 33,000 original km, platinum shield protection & deďŹ&#x201A;ectors. Like new condition. $12,500. (250)933-5182

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.

UTILITY TRAILERS

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

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING

TRUCKS & VANS 1988 GMC Sierra w/canopy. 93,000 miles. 1- owner. USA built, Good engine $2000. 250-334-9650

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

Guaranteed

2011 MAZDA-TRIBUTE 36,000km. Warranty and serviced to date. $24,999. Call 250-287-2009.

2002-FORD EXPLORER XLS. Runs excellent. 157,000 kms. Reduced to sell $4,999 OBO. 250-287-2009.

1979 BAYLINER. 27ft x8ft w/ less than 500hrs on new eng. $ elecâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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Comox Valley Worship Directory Church of Our Lord Sunday Services 9:30 am at Berwick, 1700 Comox Ave. Comox, BC

All Welcome www.coolcomox.ca www.namsnetwork.com

It’s a Holy Day – on October 20, Bahá’ís celebrate the birth of the Báb.

250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

250-890-9262

MENNONITE UNITED MENNONITE CHURCH (BLACK CREEK) A Christ centered faith community dedicated to the Worship of God and the promotion of peace and social justice in His name.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 AM Sunday School: 10:30 AM 2277 Enns Road, Black Creek. Pastor Gordon Carter Office: 250.337.5341 Email: carter.gord@gmail.com

RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH

Sunday Celebration 10:30 am

Community Church

“Thou didst create Me, O Lord, through Thy gracious favour…” The Báb

Sunday Worship and Children & Youth Program 10 am Saturday Service 5 pm Rev. Maggie Enwright Email: cxunited@telus.net

Full Wheelchair Access

Hearing Assistance

Val 250-338-7727 (office)

St. George’s

LUTHERAN

Courtenay “The church with a heart in the heart of the city” SUNDAY SERVICE SUNDAY SERVICE: 10:30 am 10:30AM SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL Nursery-Grade 7 Nursery -Grade 7

Minister: Peggy Jensen 250-334-4961

250-338-5811

Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron

www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966

6th & Fitzgerald Ave.

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“A place for you: John 14:2

10 am Sunday Worship

Comox Community Baptist Church

“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things”

Sunday Worship & Children’s Program

Rev. Julianne Kasmer, Minister

250-400-7800

www.resonatechurch.ca

250-338-5811 250-338

Pastor Rev. Peter Hudson Interim Pastor

Everyone Welcome. 1250 Anderton Road, Comox

250-339-0224

Wednesday Prayer and Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Rev. Paul Johnson, Pastor Hearing Assistance

250-338-8454 www.gbccv.org • info@gbccv.org

2946 Kilpatrick Ave. Church Phone: 250-338-1312 Morning Service 11am Evening Service 7pm Need healing from a wounded heart? Need to be free from guilt or shame? Want to be forgiven of all sin and have a clean slate on life? Come and receive healing and forgiveness through Jesus Christ.

EE-Mail: Ma features@comoxvalleyrecord.com

CONFESSION: Sat: 4 - 4:30 pm & before all masses Children’s Liturgy of the Word & Youth Group; September-May

Pastor: Father Marek Paczka, SDS www.ctkparish.ca Full Wheelchair Access

email: ctkparish@shaw.ca

Hearing Assistance

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!

JOIN US IN WORSHIP

St. Peter

9:15 am Contemporary Service

Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925

11:00 am Traditional Service

SATURDAY 5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY 8am & 10am Worship

Nursery Care & Jr. Church @ 9:15 am

PASTORS: Peter Rabey & Randy Dyck

SPECIAL SERVICE on October 14 • 6:00-8:00 pm

www.courtenaybaptist.com

Guest Speaker: Rev. Wally Fry “Called to Serve”

LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 A.M.

COURTENAY FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

2963 Lake Trail Road, Courtenay (across from Arden Elementary) 250-334-3432

Service 10:30am

Tel/Fax 250-339-2882 Full Wheelchair e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca Access comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca

Sunday Morning Service - 10:00 a.m. Adult Bible Study - 11:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School - 11:30 a.m. Evening Service - 6:30 p.m.

Saturday 5 pm Mass Sunday 8:30 am & 10:30 am Mass

2201 Robert Lang Drive

For more information contact church

467 - 4th Street (just east of Fitzgerald)

WEEKEND LITURGIES

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simulcast with Les Strobel and Mark Mittleberg

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

1599 Tunner Drive, COURTENAY 250-334-4716

Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry”

“Unpacking Atheism”

1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net 250-339-7527

CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH

We’ve Got Some Space For You!

250-334-8424

Nursery - Kid Jam Youth Group

Canadian Baptists of Western Canada

Eve Mark, Choir Director 250-338-4785

Everyone Welcome

(Old Fish and Game Building)

250-703-1652

Followed by a Potluck Lunch

1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox

1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay 250-338-8221 www.cvsalarmy.ca church@cvsalarmy.ca

Friends

Sundays 10 am

725 Aspen Rd., Comox

2182 Comox Avenue, Comox

CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH

at 11 am

Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry

COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN

RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH

10:00AM at Brooklyn Elementary School

Congregational Christian Churches of Canada

Independent - Fundamental

Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)

Pastor A. Ronald Sedo

1st Street & Penrith

~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~

PRESBYTERIAN

stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca www.stgeorgesunitedchurch.com

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Bay Community Church

Faith Family

@ 10:30 am

of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning

250 BEACH AVENUE

We’ve Got Some Space For You!

Join us this Sunday

Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre

COMOX UNITED

We Meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday www.cvuf.ca

Comox Valley

WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

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www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041gh250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

BAHÁ’Í FAITH

www.stpeterscomox.ca

Need to Spread the Word? Word?

We Can Help!

St. John the Divine The Rev. Rodney Ives, Priest in charge 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay

Sunday Holy Eucharist 8 am & 10 am Wednesday Holy Eucharist 10 am

250-334-4331 http:/stjohnthedivinecourtenay.bc.anglican.ca

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KAMLOOPS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A big crowd brought out the best in the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s volleyball team on Friday, Oct. 12. Playing before about 1,000 fans at the Tournament Capital Centre, the WolfPack won an exhibition match with the Lethbridge Community College Kodiacs of the Alberta College Athletic Conference. The score was 3-0 (25-20, 25-12, 27-25). TRU was led by Brad Gunter. The second year outside hitter from Courtenay had 13 kills in 23 chances with a service ace, nine digs and two block assists. Casey Knight (3rd year, outside hitter, Salt Spring Island) had eight kills in 13 chances. Jacob Tricarico (4th year, middle, Huntington, Beach, CA) had three service aces. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought we were pretty steady tonight,â&#x20AC;? said WolfPack head coach Pat Hennelly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were pretty steady tonight without any real panic. They pushed us in both the first and the third sets. I thought Graham (Stoliker, 2nd year, setter, Surrey) did a good job running the offence, getting kills out of the middle.â&#x20AC;? Stoliker was inserted into the setter position due to an injury to Colin Carson (4th year, Prince George). He had 35 assists and eight digs along with four block assists. The WolfPack are off to UBC this weekend for the Thunderball tournament before opening their CIS and home regular season Oct. 26 at the TCC aganst the UBCO Heat. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; TRU WolfPack

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THE RED HOT HOME SALE SAVE An Additional

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75 100

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On Any Loveseat

Excludes Hot Buy Items

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One Colour Only: Tobacco Brown Leather

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now only

1399

NATALIE stationary sofa

798

reg $1719 · sale

Available in Chestnut Leather Only

1099

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reg $4199 sale $1999

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849

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