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Judge considers dog diversion Record Staff No decision was made Thursday in a Courtenay courtroom about two dogs facing death. That’s because a third alternative was presented to the judge, who will announce his decision Jan. 16 at 2 p.m. Instead of ordering Newfoundland dogs Chum and Champ destroyed because they are dangerous or releasing them to their Black Creek owner Jacques Manseau, it was suggested the judge could order them returned to their breeder in Saskatchewan, who is willing to accept them — or to a third-party home in Comox.

CHILDREN HELPING HUNGRY École Puntledge Park Elementary students drop off their donations at the Comox Valley Food Bank. The entire school (about 500 people including parent supervisors), walked from the school to the food bank Wednesday to donate food. The food bank (1491 McPhee Ave.) gladly accepts donations of non-perishable and perishable foods as well as personal hygiene products.

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Cumberland spending for good reason Scott Stanfield Record Staff

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business claims municipal spending in B.C. has far outpaced population growth and inflation rates over the past decade. However, the association of small- and medium-size businesses sees some light on the horizon when it considers data from 2009 to 2010. Provincewide, the group claims municipal operat-

ing spending increased by 49 per cent — nearly four times the growth in population — during the decade, but by just one per cent from 2009 to 2010. Comox and Courtenay are near the top of CFIB’s Municipal Spending Watch for Vancouver Island, but Cumberland ranks poorly in operating spending per capita from 2000 to 2010. The report says spending in the Village increased by 76 per while population growth was 23 per cent during the decade.

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“We spent money on our infrastructure that we haven’t done in the past,” Mayor Leslie Baird said. “You have to be careful when you look at these graphs and charts that you’re not taking it out of context. When you’re not spending anything on certain parts of the community, and when you start spending money, then it looks like it throws everything out of whack, essentially. The reality is you’re putting it where it’s needed. “We’ve run such a tight

The dogs were held for months at the Comox Valley SPCA while the court considered an application to destroy them that was brought forth by the Comox Valley Regional District in July. The application arose from an incident in January in which it was alleged the dogs attacked a neighbouring Jack Russell terrier. In a three-day hearing that began in March, court heard from various witnesses, including neighbours, former tenants and the regional district’s animal control officer. One the dogs’ owners, Edith Manseau, passed away in late October.

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ship over the years, and we haven’t had the money to spend, so we’ve been very careful, and we continue to be very careful on what we’re spending our money on.” Baird notes ongoing work on a well and on the Dunsmuir Avenue waterline. The CFIB states: “Small business owners have a particular interest in municipal spending as studies show that they bear a disproportionate share of the municipal tax burden.” ... see ALL ■ A2

St. Joseph’s General Hospital has cancelled about 70 diagnostic imaging scans today (Friday) due to medical imaging technicians’ job action. The essential-serviceonly job action is expected to last 24 hours and Jane Murphy, St. Joseph’s president and CEO, notes only non-urgent outpatient tests have been cancelled; urgent and inpatient tests have not been cancelled. Diagnostic imaging is “a very busy department and of course we know that this is an inconvenience to our patients — we’re very sorry

for that. However, this job action has just necessitated that we must do this,” Murphy said Thursday afternoon. “Of course we’re contacting people and our goal is looking to have them rebooked as soon as possible.” Medical imaging technologists perform X-rays, CT and MRI scans and other imaging procedures. Hospital pharmacists performed only essential services during a day-long strike Thursday. Murphy noted staffing in the hospital pharmacy was reduced but the hospital was able to keep things running as usual.

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Baird said the Village is aware of the impact of business tax on small business owners. “We keep that rate very low,” she said, noting compliments from the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce. “It is low compared to Comox and Courtenay. “You need to look at each municipality, and not combine them all,” Baird added. Among Island communities, the Spending Watch says Alert Bay had the largest increase in per-capita

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A sea lion washed ashore near Kye Bay last week missing part of its head is one of many cases of mutilated sea lions and harbour seals being found on beaches around Vancouver Island. Steve Newmann saw the sea lion early last week near the boat launch, and could tell something had happened to its head. “It just seemed too weird,” he said. Newmann said he alerted the appropriate authorities and was told the sea lion could have been poached. Last week, a similar situation occurred on the shorelines in Campbell River with gunshot wounds, and Paul Cottrell of the Department of Fisheries (DFO) and Oceans said the increase in incidents is unusual. “We do get every year a number of animals that do have body parts missing but it’s unusual to have a cluster of deaths so close together in the same period and the same issues,” he told media. Cottrell added as far as their records indicate, DFO has not seen a cluster of deaths like the dismembered sea lions and seals. “We’re obviously looking at all the details around each individual incident and looking at all of the incidents together and trying to piece similarities and similar issues and trying to see if they are related.” He noted it is disturbing to see animals shot and parts taken off of them, and added it is illegal to shoot marine animals without a licence under the Fisheries Act. To report any information which may help fisheries officers or the location of a sea lion or harbour seal which has been mutilated or shot, call 1-800-465-4336.

SOMEONE HAS SPRAYPAINTED a message referring to a biohazard on the corpse of this sea lion on the beach at Lazo Road. PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK

operating spending from 2009 to 2010 at 16 per cent. Last year’s worst regional performer, Sooke, decreased per capita spending by two per cent from 2009 to 2010. However, its growth in operating spending per capita since 2000 remains third highest in B.C., having increased by 172 per cent. Victoria increased per capita operating spending by four per cent from 2009-2010. To finance spending increases from 2000 to 2010, CFIB says municipal taxes increased 69

per cent, government transfers 273 per cent, and revenues from sales of services such as parking and licenses 135 per cent. Had spending kept pace with population and inflation, the CFIB claims B.C. residents would have saved $4.26 billion, or $4,251 for a family of four, over the course of the decade. CFIB’s Municipal Spending Watch is in its fifth year. This year’s report excludes the cost of policing, which is paid by municipalities. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Comox entrance will change after very close vote Erin Haluschak Record Staff

A divided Comox council passed a rezoning and development permit application for a development on Glacier View Drive Wednesday, despite some councillors noting it could permanently change the landscape of one of the main entrances into the town. By a one-vote margin, council approved the development for 221 Glacier View Dr. — a seven-unit, multifamily residential development comprised of three detached dwellings and one

four-unit townhouse. A public hearing was held in November, where all eight residents who spoke noted they were against the development as presented. Residents cited changing “first impressions” of people entering Comox, creating a new zoning category, trees slated for removal, and an increase in traffic as some of the main points against the proposed development. “I certainly understand there are concerns from the public about this lot being the signature spot as the entrance to the town,” said Coun. Hugh MacKinnon.

He said although the initial presentation from the developer to council did impress him, the plan as presented had some contradictions. “The public are leery about this one because of the spot and the entrance to our town, and that’s understandable. I wonder if we don’t need to revisit this with the developer looking at and making it clearly visible through three-dimensional designs or through a change of plans to get public sentiment to show less concern,” he added. Coun. Tom Grant noted

Comox does not have a tree-cutting bylaw, and staff have been working with the developer to retain the trees. “If we keep making it so difficult on developers, before the next developer comes before us, he’s just going to mow down all the trees so he doesn’t have to go through this,” he said. “We do listen to the people when they come to talk at the public hearing, but we also have to take into consideration all the other things such as staff reports and the professionals that have been hired and have

given us reports.” Coun. Barbara Price agreed with MacKinnon and explained that, although she likes the concept of density, she would like to see the plan sent back to the developer to see a more compact design to ensure trees are retained. Coun. Patti Fletcher echoed MacKinnon, noting when she first saw the development, she was “really delighted.” “It didn’t take long to recognize how important the trees and Comox hill is for the community, and I don’t think we near heard

the full story at the public hearing. I think our entire community values that hill — it’s our front door,” she added. “I certainly like the concept of density on that lot, but I think the trees are paramount and it is of significant value to our community to protect that.” Couns. Fletcher, Price and MacKinnon voted against the rezoning and development permit application, while Couns. Tom Grant, Ken Grant, Swift and Mayor Ives voted in favour. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Secret Santa no secret to Comox Valley children Renee Andor Record Staff

By adding just one more present to your shopping list, you can help make a Comox Valley child in need smile on Christmas morning. Each year First Insurance Agencies’ Secret Santa program ensures Comox Valley children receive that special Christmas gift from Santa — when they may otherwise have received nothing at all. “We started it out because we saw a need that — children would be going without a Santa Claus present,” says co-ordinator Pamela Jolin, adding the program is now in its 12th year and recipients and their families remain anonymous. “There’s the ones that fall through the cracks that maybe their parents have just lost their jobs, they don’t really qualify for any of the other programs because they’re not on assistance or anything. “That’s one of the things that we wanted, was to be

the one time that you didn’t have to justify why you needed help.” Helping out with the program is easy; simply pick a tag off one of the special Christmas trees located at various Comox Valley businesses, buy the present written on the tag and return the unwrapped present to the same location or any First Insurance office by Dec. 15. The number of tags this year is on par with last year — which saw gifts go out to well over 800 children between here and in Campbell River — and Jolin notes there’s many, many tags left to be plucked off those trees this year. Trees are located at Ascent Physio, Courtenay Family Chiropractic, Cumberland Dental, First Credit Union in Cumberland, Dairy Queen, Driftwood Dental, Glacier Greens, Plates, Shoppers Drug Mart in Courtenay, South Country Feed, Fitness Excellence and the Comox Valley Record plus the three First

Insurance offices. People unable to shop for a present themselves can donate to the program and one of the Secret Santa volunteers will do the shopping instead. ••• Another way to contribute is through the Black Press Pennies for Presents campaign, which sends 100 per cent of its proceeds to the Secret Santa program. People can donate pennies, coins or other cash to the campaign at the Comox Valley Record office at 765 McPhee Ave. in Courtenay, all Comox Valley locations of First Insurance, all Valley locations of Subway and all Woofy’s Discount Pet Food locations. “For the last number of years we’ve been the recipient of the pennies and it’s been invaluable to us,” says Jolin. “It’s the generosity of the community that makes this a success each year.” The Comox Valley Classic Cruisers will deliver the gifts on Dec. 20 and 21. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Tentative agreement for college CUPE workers at North Island College have a new tentative collective agreement. The agreement, signed Wednesday, is a four-year, no-concessions agreement with four one-per-cent wage hikes spread over the final two years. The tentative contract is retroactive to 2010 and has no wage increase in the first two years in keeping with the provincial government’s Net Zero Mandate, which prevented any wage increases for public sector workers in 2010 and 2011. The agreement also includes housekeeping and language improvements. The deal must still be ratified by the members of CUPE 3479 and a ratification vote has been scheduled for Dec. 11. The settlement was reached in one final day of negotiations between CUPE Local 3479 and the college using the provincial template agreement established last weekend by the CUPE Colleges Bargaining Committee and the government’s BC Post Secondary Employers’ Association. Local negotiations are also underway with other members of the CUPE Colleges Bargaining Committee at Camosun, College of New Caledonia, Vancouver Island University and College of the Rockies using the provincial framework. — CUPE

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resident responses were in favour, according to Crawford. He noted sewer servicing of the Courtenay will send off applica- area via the development by Bucktions to annex four areas in the stone Investments Ltd. was a main Comox Valley Regional District to driver for the expansion as well as the Province after council gave the concern around failing septic systems on some of the 100 properties green light Monday. South Courtenay, Beaver Meadow in the expansion area. Coun. Jon Ambler noted the safety Farms/Beaver Meadow Cranberry Corporation off Anderton Road, Bap- of the Baynes Sound shellfish industist Church on Lake Trail Road and try has been discussed at the Comox Crown Isle-owned Lannan Lands Valley Regional District lately, and (also known as Lannan Forest) on he would be happy to see city sewer Lannan Road are the four areas the service in the area as failing septic systems are a threat City plans to take to Baynes Sound. in. “I think this proCity director or We’re looking at cess of us putting in development services future growth for the sewer and getting Peter Crawford noted ahead of the septic the City must con- city and being able tank system is exactsider future growth to manage the future ly the way we should including expansion of the city, managing be going,” he said. and densification. Meanwhile, Couns. “We’re looking at our infrastructure, Doug Hillian and future growth for the and this will occur Ronna-Rae Leoncity and being able through densification ard said they would to manage the future and expansion of city rather vote on movof the city, managing ing these boundary our infrastructure, boundaries. and this will occur Peter Crawford extensions forward separately because through densificathey did not want to tion and expansion of city boundaries,” he said. “There vote in favour of the annexation of are a lot of items that have come Lannan Lands. “On the issue of the Lannan Forbefore council where we are looking to densify and we will continue to est, I continue to see that the best way forward is to have requirements do that.” Courtenay used alternative of property owners who wish to come approval processes to receive elector into the city to achieve a high level approval, which means at least 10 of environmental protection before per cent of electors within the city, they are considered for annexation,” (not in the areas where the proposed she said citing the controversial logexpansion would occur), must call ging of that land years ago. Coun. Bill Anglin pointed out the for a referendum for one to happen. The number of electors did not land is sitting idle, adding the debate reach 10 per cent for any of the is about whether the land should areas: 25 responses were received come into the city, not whether it for South Courtenay, 36 for Beaver should have been logged. Leonard later clarified. Meadows, 11 for Baptist Church and “I haven’t said that we shouldn’t 36 for Lannan Lands. Crawford again noted all applica- annex this property now; I said we tions except for South Courtenay, should do it but subject to certain were applicant-driven. He added requirements,” she said. Council voted to proceed with all the South Courtenay expansion has been in the works for about 1.5 four boundary extensions with Leonyears — plenty of community out- ard and Hillian opposed. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com reach was done and 60 per cent of

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An audition was not required, but Tomes needed to go through an interview and background investigation. He also submitted an audition tape showcasing his outdoor skill. The show was taped in 2005 and aired the following year. Tomes later moved to B.C., eventually working his way to the Island. He was a Search and Rescue volunteer in Nanaimo, where he was a manager at SportChek before joining Alberni Outpost this weekend. He hopes to settle in the Valley, where he enjoys tracking and filming wildlife in his spare time.

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Jesse Tomes was once the prey on Mantracker, the reality television series where an expert tracker pursues two individuals in the Canadian or American wilderness. The pursued need to elude capture while attempting to reach a finish line within 36 hours. Tomes, the new general manager at Alberni Outpost in Courtenay, appeared during Season 3 when Terry Grant still starred in the show as Mantracker. Tomes nearly eluded capture but Grant finally cornered him not far from the finish “in the middle of nowhere,” somewhere near the Saskatchewan/Montana border. “It was devastating and hilarious all at the same time,” said Tomes, 32, who was caught on the same path through which Sitting Bull was marched in the Battle of Little Big Horn. “After they eventually caught him, they rode him right through that same trail that I got caught on. It was kind of nostalgic and it left a funny feeling inside me. It almost makes you think about pre-destination sometimes.” At an early age when he lived in Burlington, Ont., Tomes learned to track, catch snakes and develop outdoor skills. “It all came together in terms of skills and knowhow,” he said. “It (Mantracker) seemed like a natural fit.” Tomes had met Mantracker creator Ihor Macijiwsky about four years before doing the show. At the time he was touring with a band. At first he declined an offer to appear on TV, but relented a year later when Macijiwsky asked him again.

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COURTENAY ALBERNI OUTPOST general manager Jesse Tomes was once the prey on the television series Mantracker. PHOTO BY SCOTT STANFIELD

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On Nov. 28, 2012 police received a report of an assault in the 100 block of Back Rd. in Courtenay. The caller reported someone knocked at their door and when her boyfriend answered it he sprayed in the face with an irritant. The suspect is unknown at this time. (2012-14660) A theft from a unlocked car was reported in the 2800 block of Caledon Cres. in Courtenay, overnight on Nov. 28. Stolen was a wallet and car stereo. (2012-14665) A report of a theft of a bike on the 100 block of Centennial Dr. in Courtenay was received by RCMP on Nov. 28, 2012. The RMX Rocky mountain, red bike had a pink lock wrapped around the seat. (2012-14685) A report of a disturbance was received at a residence on the 500 block of 6 St. in Courtenay on Nov. 28, 2012. A man at that location was causing a disturbance and would not calm down so he was taken into custody and held in cells until sober and calm. (2012-14686) On Nov. 28, an impaired driver was reported on Knight Rd. in Comox. The RCMP assisted the military police who had initially located the collision. (2012-14692) On Nov. 28, Comox Valley RCMP received information of a motor vehicle and a pedestrian collision at the entrance to 1742 Cliffe Ave. in Courtenay. The driver did not see the pedestrian through the heavy rain. A motor vehicle act ticket was given for failing to yield to a pedestrian. (2012-14694) On the afternoon of Nov. 29, the RCMP were called to the area of 26th St. and Willemar Ave. in Courtenay to deal with a man waving a large knife around. The man also threatened to injure a woman’s dog. The man was located, arrested and held for court. (2012-14718) On Nov. 29, the Comox Valley RCMP took a report of a mischief to a vehicle. The culprit attempted to open the car with enough force that they broke the door handle off. The car was parked on the 600 block of 12th St. in Courtenay at the time of the mischief. (2012-14725) On Nov. 29, 2012 police attended a motor vehicle versus pedestrian collision on Comox Ave. in Comox. The vehicle was turning left off of Comox Ave. going Southbound and the pedestrian was also walking Southbound. The driver did not see the pedestrian due to heavy rain, darkness and the pedestrian was dressed in completely dark clothing. Pedestrians are reminded to check all directions before crossing roads and intersections. Even if they may have the right of way, no one wins when struck by a vehicle. (2012-14730) On Nov. 30th, Comox Valley RCMP attended a two vehicle collision on highway 19A at Muir Rd. in Courtenay. A vehicle entering the highway did so before it was safe and struck a second vehicle that was passing by. The driver of the offending vehicle was charged under the motor vehicle act. (2012-14752) Police attended a residence on the 2700 block of Allen Ave. in Cumberland for a complaint of a disturbance on Nov. 30, 2012. As a result of that call one man has been charged with 2 counts of mischief and will appear in court on a later date. (2012-14788) On the afternoon of Nov. 30, RCMP stopped a vehicle on the Mt. Washington parkway for speeding. The driver was found to under the inﬂuence of alcohol and refused to provide a breath sample. The driver was given an immediate roadside suspension for 30 days. His vehicle was also towed and impounded. (2012-14763) On Nov. 30, RCMP were conducting a road check on the Inland Island highway and Mcleod Rd.. A car was checked and the occupants were found to be in posses-

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Flu policy enforcement eased Record Staff Health-care workers are still being asked to get the influenza vaccine or wear a mask — but health authorities “will not be disciplining employees” for failing to do so, according to the Ministry of Health. “Health authorities will be taking a balanced and measured approach in the first year of this policy and will not be disciplining employees, but instead will focus on education and awareness to secure compliance with the policy,” states the Ministry in a news release. “This balanced and measured approach ensures that the Province and health authorities will continue to work with labour groups to address concerns they may have in this transitional first year of implementation.” The Ministry announced the change in policy at the end of August, which makes getting the influenza vaccine or wearing a mask mandatory for B.C. health-care workers. The policy is now in effect and applies to health-authority staff, physicians and residents, volunteers, students, contractors and vendors who come into contact with patients. The B.C. Nurses’ Union issued a news release Friday welcoming the focus on education for this year. “We have always encouraged our members to get a flu shot because it is the best preventative measure available. However, we consider the decision on whether or not to get a shot a personal one,” said Debra McPherson, B.C. Nurses’ Union president, adding evidence around the effectiveness of the shot is conflicting. “We were

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THIS PHOTOGRAPH HAS been chosen as the winner from 550 entries in BC Hydro’s fourth annual Team Power Smart photo contest. PHOTO BY JOHN KELSEY

Photo captures message An entry by Comox Valley photographer John Kelsey won BC Hydro’s fourth annual Team Power Smart photo contest. This year’s theme was wasteful behaviour and judges looked at how entries captured wastefulness. Kelsey’s winning photograph, titled Not just light being wasted, shows a fridge door left slightly open and illuminating the wooden floors of a kitchen. The photo shows electricity being wasted as cold air is let out of the fridge unnecessarily. BC Hydro recommends limiting the amount of time a fridge door is open as the fridge has to work harder and use more energy to keep the inside at a specific temperature. • BC Hydro runs

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Storytime has power BC Hydro Community Outreach will visit the Courtenay Library this Sunday for a fun and interactive storytime. Exciting the next generation about energy conservation may seem like a tough task, but community outreach representatives know how to electrify a young audience. It all starts with education. Storytime events offer much more than reading; they are full of lifelong, entertaining lessons that children are not soon to forget. BC Hydro Community Outreach invites all members of the public to attend this informative program. It happens this Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Courtenay Library at 300 Sixth St. — BC Hydro Community Outreach

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD The local Operation Christmas Child collection centre volunteer team has been busy receiving shoeboxes. More than 1,800 shoeboxes for needy children were received from generous people in the Comox Valley.

Bleed and Feed returns Canadian Blood Services’ annual Bleed and Feed is back for the third year in a row with the goal of fulfilling 14,000 holiday miracles for B.C. and Yukon residents. The program, in partnership with Food Banks BC, is counting on B.C. residents to become “miracle workers” by making more than 14,000 blood donations between Dec. 1 and Jan. 2 and bringing in non-perishable food items for local food banks to help alleviate the hunger felt by nearly 100,000 people. “We’re so pleased our member food banks across B.C. can partner again with Cana-

dian Blood Services in this unique and collaborative initiative,” said Laura Lansink, executive director, Food Banks BC. “It’s a win-win proposition for people who want to help fulfil not one but two miracles in their community this holiday season.” B.C. residents can book a donation appointment by visiting blood.ca or calling 1-888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283). Donated food items will be collected Dec. 1 to 31 in specially marked Bleed and Feed food collection boxes located in the front waiting area of blood donor clinics across the province.

Naswell dinner enters 30th year The 30th annual Earl Naswell Community Christmas Dinner will be held, as usual on Christmas Day. The free meal for those who need it happens in the upstairs hall in the Filberg Centre in Courtenay. “Come and enjoy a nourishing dinner with all the trimmings, cooked and served by Valley volunteers,” says longtime organizer Gerry Smith. If you like to volunteer your services, you could set up the hall, including tables. You could also help in the kitchen by peeling potatoes and preparing vegetables. Other duties include serving dinner and general cleanup of the hall after dinner, including putting tables and chairs away. Phone Rob James at 250-702-3896 to volunteer. To donate cash or

food, Call Gerry Smith at 250-338–7858. — Earl Naswell Community Christmas Dinner

In Courtenay, food collected will be donated to the Comox Valley Food Bank. “Unfortunately, the need for blood never takes a holiday and neither does hunger,” said Ed Yee, director of donor and clinic services for the B.C. and Yukon region of Canadian Blood Services. “Many families will be celebrating the holidays in hospital this year, while others struggle to have a meal. We hope to rally B.C. residents together and make the season brighter for more local families in need.” Clinics in Courtenay at the Florence Filberg Centre at 411 Anderton Ave. include: • Dec. 11 and 12, 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. • Dec. 13, 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. To learn more about your local food bank, visit www.foodbanksbc. com. For more information about Canadian Blood Services, go to blood.ca. — Canadian Blood Services

Crafts for children Looking for a fun event for kids where they can use their imagination? Visit the Courtenay and District Museum for Christmas Craft Saturdays on Dec. 8 and 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They will have the opportunity to make some wonderful oldfashioned ornaments for the tree, Christmas cards and tags, bookmarks and numerous other crafts. Make sure you also check out all the new exhibits at the museum. Admission is by donation. For more details, call 250-334-0686. — Courtenay and District Museum

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Courtenay Walmart evolving into a supercentre Scott Stanfield Record Staff

The Courtenay Walmart has grown into a supercentre. As of Friday, the store includes a grocery complete with produce, meats, deli items, dairy, frozen products and a bakery. Management has added about 90 new sales associates, selected from more than 650 applications for various jobs including cashiers and salespeople. “We’re really excited about the grand reopening of the Courtenay store,” said Felicia Fefer, manager of corporate affairs at Walmart Canada. “We think the customers will be really excited about the new offerings...Canadians love our supercentres because they provide the one-stop shop they’re looking for.” The Courtenay supercentre includes a medical clinic, pharmacy, vision centre, a connection centre for

wireless services, a photography centre, a McDonald’s and a Western Union. “We’ve taken major steps to refresh our stores,” Fefer said. “We have easy-to-navigate aisles with directional signage, we have a bright interior colour scheme, and we’ve also lowered some of the shelving so you have an improved sightline.” There are a total of 290 employees at the Courtenay Walmart Supercentre — among the company’s 73 real estate projects this year in terms of expanding, remodeling or relocating existing stores. “That’s a $750-million investment. It’s a big year for us at Walmart Canada,” Fefer said, noting 39 Zellers stores the company has acquired and renovated. As of Friday, 62 of the 73 projects had been completed. “We’ve really come a long way since we opened our first supercentre in 2006,” Fefer

said. The Courtenay Walmart first opened as a discount store in 2001. The new store has been renovated and expanded by about 38,000 square feet. “It is a bit of a larger footprint. (But) We remain committed to sustainability,” Fefer said, noting LED signage and lights, waste diversion streams and sales of environmentally-friendly products. A Friday grand opening at 7 a.m. includes a ribbon-cutting with local dignitaries, speeches and cheque presentations to charities. Doors open to the public at 8 a.m. The festivities continue Saturday with a block party from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be refreshments and samples. “It should be a lot of fun,” Fefer said, noting Walmart Canada’s mission is to help Canadian families in need. The store will donate upwards of $8,000 to Valley organizations. The Courtenay store is among eight Walmarts on Vancouver Island, including Powell River. The others are in Victoria, Nanaimo, Duncan, Langford, Campbell River and Port Alberni. Established in Canada in 1994 with the acquisition of the 122store Woolco division of Woolworth Canada, Walmart Canada operates more than 300 stores across the country. It employs upwards of 85,000 Canadians. It is headquartered in Mississauga, Ont. Each store carries close to 80,000 products from apparel and home decor to electronics and grocery, along with specialty services. Walmart also operates in the U.S., U.K., Argentina, Brazil, Japan, China, Mexico and Puerto Rico. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Santa coming to Comox for Festival for Families Comox Recreation and First Insurance present the Festival for Families this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Comox Community Centre. This one-day family event includes a carnival zone for the kids including two bounce castles, facepainting, gymnastics play, games, craft zone and a fun photo booth. There is also a retail area for the parents with educational toys, handmade clothing, accessories for kids and so much

Craft fair includes St. Nick Celebrate the season at the Black Creek Community Association (BCCA) this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Black Creek Christmas Craft Fair will give you the opportunity to finish your Christmas shopping while enjoying some festive cheer! Christmas treats will be available to purchase and there will be a BCCA raffle for Christmas baskets filled with items from the vendors. Items at the sale include pottery, knitted and crocheted items, photography, fishing lures, cards, wreaths, and so much more. This year, the BCCA has opened up the craft fair to include homebased businesses like Epicure, Jockey Person to Person, and Usborne Books. There will be gifts for all ages. Admission is by donation. If you bring a donation for the food bank, you will receive a coupon for a free hot apple cider. The B l a ck Creek Community Association is a not-forprofit organization in Black Creek that offers leisure and educational opportunities to the people of Black Creek and surrounding areas. Proceeds from this special event go to developing more programs and maintaining the facility at the Black Creek Community Centre. For more information, call the BCCA at 250337-5190 or visit www. bccaonline.ca. — Black Creek Community Association

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COMOX VALLEY AIRPORT staff are again supporting the Coast Realty Group’s Christmas Hamper Program.

Airport backs hampers Once again the Comox Valley Airport is pleased to lend its support to the Coast Realty Group’s Christmas Hamper Program. YQQ has “adopted” three families in need of support over the holiday season and the airport’s staff, volunteers and tenants will be donating non-perishable food items, toiletries and gifts to create personalized hampers that will help make the holiday season special for these families. “Some special members of our staff initiated our participation in this program and we are proud to support their efforts to help local families who may be struggling at this time of year,” said YQQ CEO Fred Bigelow. “It is great to see our airport family pulling together to help out a great cause.” YQQ is also collecting cash donations to cover the purchase of perishable items such as turkey, bread, buns, milk, fruit and vegetables. The Comox Valley Airport Commission will match all cash donations received. The hampers and funds will then be donated to the Hamper Program’s warehouse on Dec. 17 to ensure a special delivery by Coast Realty

Group volunteers on Dec. 22, just in time for Christmas. “Our adopted families have a total of 14 children between them, so we are hoping there will be a lot of smiles on Christmas morning when they find some special gifts under the Christmas tree,” said Bigelow. “These kids can concentrate on listening for sleigh bells on the roof and their parents can depend on having food on the table to go along with those presents that Santa delivers.” The Coast Realty Group started the Sharing the Christmas Spirit Hamper Program in 1998, with approximately 70 hampers donated to families in need that year. Since then, the program has grown significantly with 600 hampers filled last year! The Comox Valley Airport, along with area schools, groups and individuals help to make the program a success every year. For information on how your organization can get involved in the Christmas Spirit Hamper Program, phone the Hamper Hotline at 250897-3999 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. — Comox Valley Airport

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for St. Joseph’s to discern our evolving role in providing ‘Care with Compassion’ for our community when the new hospital is built.” Despite her fourhour jetlag from Halifax, Dr. Kenny brought very evident enthusiasm and energy to her presentation. Commented Natalia Richardson, who recently joined the Social Work Department in the Views and the Transition Unit, “I really appreciated Dr. Kenny’s passion. It seems to be so much more than just a job to her and it gives me something to aspire to in the development of my own career.” Dr. Kenny is a member of the Sisters of Charity in Halifax. She received her MD from Dalhousie in 1972, did postgraduate training at Dalhousie and TuftsNew England Medical Center in Boston, and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Pediatrics in 1975. Dr. Kenny founded the Department of Bioethics at Dalhousie in 1996. In 1999 she was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada for her contributions to child health and medical education. Author of over 100 papers and three books, Dr. Kenny’s research includes pediatric ethics, professionalism, ethics in health policy and public health, end-of-life care and the clergy abuse crisis in the Roman Catholic Church. Dr. Kenny was a founding member of the Canadian Institute for Health Research, the Health Council of Canada and Canadian Doctors for Medicare. Through the ongoing work of the very robust Ethics Committee,

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Looks like another fudge-it budget VICTORIA — Whatever happens in the provincial election five months from now, taxpayers should insist that it be the last spring vote. Now I know this isn’t sexy like the horse race of popularity polls so loved by the TV news. But integrity of public financial information is the next vital step in democratic reform, even more important than scheduled election dates. And the B.C. tradition of tabling untested election budgets, shutting down the legislature and firing up the campaign buses, has to end. The B.C. Liberals are on track to surpass the NDP on fudge-it budgets, having put millions into TV ads that insist the 2013 budget will struggle into the black. This is the hill Christy Clark has chosen to die on. Glen Clark set the modern bar with his

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FLETCHER 1996 election budget. After a run of red ink, it conjured a tidy little surplus that helped the NDP squeak out a win

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over the plaid-shirted Gordon Campbell. Campbell’s noisy exit had its roots in his 2009 fudge-it budget, which clung to an outdated $500-million deficit forecast that had already melted down along with banks, auto makers and U.S. real estate. After the election, Brit-

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its own huge shale gas and shale oil reserves. In another forecast miracle, sales tax revenue is expected to dip by a mere $120 million as the old provincial sales tax returns next year. In 2014 it is projected to bounce right back to where it is today, around $6.1 billion. That’s odd. When former finance minister Kevin Falcon announced the transition back to PST last May, he described annual revenue loss of about $500 million the first year, and more than $600 million the next. Granted, business investment credits and HST rebates to the poor also end, saving the government a pile of cash as this significant tax reform dies. But it still looks like another fudge-it budget, designed to help another premier avoid the political graveyard at the foot of Deficit Hill. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Reunion-minded columnist taking own advice There is an undeniable excitement in the air at the JohnstoneRam household. It starts first thing in the morning when my six-year-old, upon waking, flies to the living room with two things on her mind. One is the Lego Advent Calendar, which shamelessly I purchased primarily for my inner child. My daughter picked up on this vibe early and to date, hasn’t allowed me to open any of the little doors or create the holiday scene. Not completely void of goodwill, she does however let me play with the “extra” pieces. Once the Lego is crossed off the list, Carly leaps over to the calendar to cross off the day before and count how many more sleeps until we leave for Toronto. This will be her very first Christmas with my side of the

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all the advice I give others about aging and caring for elderly family members. These tips for including aging family members in holiday celebrations are as much for me as they are for you! Holiday visits are typically centred around good food and conversation. Keep the following communication tips in mind when spending time with your aging loved ones. • Always speak face to face, not from behind. Keep your hands away from your mouth. • Get the person’s attention first by a gentle touch, wave, or calling their name. • When speaking with a person in a wheelchair, bend down to their eye level before talking, • Ask your loved one if they need assistance before doing something for them. Don’t be offended if they don’t

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Walk on the wild side in downtown Courtenay WinterFest keeps rolling in centre of city This weekend is your opportunity to explore the unusual, exciting and enticing side of downtown Courtenay. Unlock your romantic side, follow a fantasy or fulfil a long-held dream. From tattoos, piercing and hair to highly unexpected art and crafts — our quaint little downtown is anything but boring. Pick up some new music and a special treat for the one you love in Simms Alley, discover unique crafts at the Elevate Craft Bazaar, order a tantalizing beverage, create you own unusual art at the Comox Valley Art Gallery or order a very special boudoir photo shoot. The wild side of life includes the wild outdoors! Pursue long-held dreams about conquering peaks, surfing, diving or snowboarding. Brave the elements with special gear that will you keep you warm and dry and

ready for the next extreme adventure. Downtown Courtenay offers top-notch outdoor adventure equipment and accessories. Meet George Littlechild at the Laughing Oyster Bookshop on Saturday at 2 p.m. and see his new book George Littlechild: The Spirit Giggles Within. The book contains a stunning retrospective of a career that has spanned nearly four decades. This sumptuous collection showcases the bold swaths of colour and subtle textures of Littlechild’s work — and demonstrates the evolution of an artist from his earliest works to the present day, including hints of future directions and themes. The sixth annual Shoe Memorial on the plaza in front of the Comox Valley Art Gallery on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. is a powerful temporary installation art project that draws attention to issues of domestic violence in our community. Local singer-songwriter Sue Pyper will sing from noon to 2 to raise funds for the Comox Valley Women’s

Transition Society. Talk a walk on the wild side this weekend. You never know what you’ll discover about downtown Courtenay — or yourself! Friday, Dec. 7 Fiddle Jam plays in the streets! 3-5 p.m. Red Art Exhibit and Red Scarf Fundraiser for YANA at the Muir Galley: Friday afternoon. Happy Hour 4 - 5 p.m. Swing Set at Zocalo. Special Christmas show, 5:30. Trent Freeman and Sinistrio CD release party – Bridge Lounge. An evening with the Rat Pack with the Sin City Orchestra at the Sid Williams Theatre. Saturday, Dec. 8 Comox Valley Farmers’ Market 9-noon. Elevate Winter Craft Bazaar – Courtenay Legion 10-5. Wild Side Eco Craft Activities — 11-3 at the WinterFest Hub (England and Fitzgerald). Discover Art Saturday (family fun) at the Comox Valley Art Gallery. Music in the Streets 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Pamela Tessmann busks

EXPLORE DOWNTOWN COURTENAY this weekend and check out the wild side of life. PHOTO BY LINDSEY CAIN for YANA 11:30-12:30. Bruce and Judy Wing busk for Today N’ Tomorrow Learning Society at 1 p.m. at Rattan Plus. Sue Pyper busks for the Comox Valley Women’s Transition Society from

noon-2 at CVAG. Helen Austin and friends at Union Street Grotto 3-5. Sax and Violins at Zocalo, 7:30. Joey Clarkson and friends at Billy D’s, 8:30.

For more information about the Downtown Courtenay WinterFest check out www.downtowncourtenay. com or visit them on Facebook. — Downtown Courtenay WinterFest

FIFTIETH PARALLEL (LEFT) will perform Saturday at the Courtenay Legion during the Elevate Winter Bazaar. Darkside Chocolates will be one of almost 50 innovative local artisans and crafters present.

Courtenay’s Elevate craft fair includes tinge of the bizarre If you are looking for that quirky, unusual or challenging gift for that special someone this Christmas the Elevate Winter Bazaar is the perfect destination this weekend. This craft fair with a ‘bizarre’ twist is brought to you by the Elevate Consortium. The Elevate Winter Bazaar will run Saturday at the Courtenay Legion from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., complete with a delicious and

quirky lunch canteen, live music, demos and hands-on art making, all in the spirit of Elevate the Arts. The Elevate Team will set the mood lighting for an unforgettable art and craft experience with over 44 innovative local artisans and crafters in a “bizarre-meets-bazaar” environment. The Elevate Winter Bazaar will also offer attendees workshops and activities and live demon-

strations from artists. At 4 p.m., make sure you check out a very special runway performance and fashion show from the Sew Sisters. Don’t miss out on the Craft-a-poloosa Fundraiser Marathon and join local inter-disciplinary artist Jessica Salo while she crafts everything from Sock-Monsters to didgeridoos for seven hours straight. Community members are invited to join in on

the crafting fun by donation. All proceeds go to providing art and outdoor recreation supplies for the students of Isla Bonita Elementary School of Belize, Central America. Workshop schedule: 10 to noon - Life Drawing, Hosted by the Comox Valley Community Arts Council; Noon to 1:30 - EarthArt Acrylic Painting - West Coast Family Portraits; 1:30 to 3:00 - Elevate the

‘Zine workshop; 3 to 5 - 1.5-inch Button Making, Hosted by the Friendship Project. Stellar live music will include DJ em.ash, Annie Becker, Fiftieth Parallel and many others. Check out the Facebook event for ever-changing details. Admission is by donation — pay what you can. All proceeds go towards the second annual Elevate the Arts event. The Elevate Winter Bazaar is the sister

fair to the Underground Craft Fair taking place during Elevate the Arts from June 4 to 8. Elevate is an innovative Arts and Culture Consortium that is dedicated to bringing challenging, exploratory and community building arts and culture activities to the Comox Valley. To find out more or to get involved, check out www.elevatethearts.com. — Elevate the Arts

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Communicating tricky – here are some pointers I think we need some help with communicating. Every time we try to talk, it ends up in a big fight — not a physical fight, just a verbal one, but we both get beaten up pretty badly. My husband complains that I don’t listen, but this frustrates me because I do listen and try to see things from his perspective. He is the one who doesn’t listen to me! We end up fighting about the same things over and over and nothing ever gets resolved. The problem is getting worse. I don’t want to separate, but I can’t take much more of the fighting. Would counselling help us, or is it too late? Is there anything we can do? The possibility of changing communication patterns between you and your partner depends on your willingness to make changes. Patterns of communication in your relationship have been constructed by both of you and it will take both of you to build a more productive and less damaging way of resolving points of contention. Counselling is a beneficial aid for changing problem communication habits, which can sometimes be quite persistent. If you choose to attend counselling, find a counsellor you both feel comfortable with. Conflict can be imagined as a small fire burning on the ground between two people standing on either side of it. Each person holds in one hand a bucket of water and in the other, a can of gas. Every word spoken or action

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Speak clearly. There are many different ways to say the same thing and the choices you make about what to say and how to say it will have an impact on how well your partner is able to hear you. Pay attention to verbal and non-verbal communication; we say a lot with our body language, facial expressions, and quality of voice. Avoid blame and criticism. Messages laden with blame and criticism are not usually well received and

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resolution is not necessarily about putting the fire out, but using its energy for productive purposes. Good conflict resolution always means not turning it into a raging blaze. Whether you have counselling support or not, there are a few basic guidelines for good communication that you could both start using right away. Listen well. Good listening means that you are able to hear and understand your partner’s perspective. This requires that you not argue with them in your head or formulate your rebuttal while they are speaking. Check with your partner to make sure you have understood the problem correctly. Understanding your partner doesn’t mean you have to agree with them.

likely to elicit a defensive response. Stay on topic. Talk about only one issue at a time. It’s hard enough to resolve one issue and impossible to resolve 10. Sticking to the topic even when other issues are referred to will increase your chances of resolution. Plan time to talk. Find a time when you will be free from distractions and interruptions. It is also important to plan a time to end the talk. Marathon discussions on hot topics are

exhausting and people become too tired to be effective communicators. It is better to plan for several shorter conversations. You will both be in better shape to manage your emotions and your ability to communicate effectively if you stop before you lose your cool. Take responsibility for yourself. You must be well in control of your emotions, behaviour, and contributions to the discussion. Share the time. An effective conversation is like a good volley in a game of tennis. The ball goes back and forth and spends about the same amount of time on each side of the net. One person doing all the talking is like trying to play tennis when the ball never crosses the net. Know when to bite your tongue. We all know what words will push our partner’s buttons. Don’t knowingly provoke each other. Also, avoid sarcasm and name-calling. Don’t threaten to end the relationship during an argument. Don’t say this unless you mean it. When we are angry, we say angry things, which sometimes damage the relationship. In the heat of the moment, likely you don’t really intend to leave, but are rather

expressing frustration. It is better to say, “I am getting too frustrated and I need to take a break.” If you still want to end things when you have calmed down, talk about it then. The process of communication in intimate relationships is complicated. There are many books and courses dedicated to effective com-

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NIC students know they’ll save money on tuition and living expenses when they study close to home. Many students also discover how personal instruction, small class sizes, and university partnerships give them a unique edge at university.

supportive lab technicians, who help prepare students to enter university Health Sciences, optometry, dentistry, pharmacy, and veterinary programs across Canada. “Learning biology with Will Hunter was more of a conversation than a lecture,” said Sylva Wiedeman, who studied at NIC for two years before moving to UNBC’s Health Sciences program. Want to get your degree on the Island? Students with a 2.0 GPA in eight or more NIC courses now qualify for UVic Guaranteed Admission, allowing them to secure a seat in sciences, arts, social sciences, humanities, computer science, and history in art degrees from NIC. Many courses also transfer to Science and Engineering programs at UBC, SFU, and more. Check the BC Transfer Guide for details.

“The quality of education, equipment and facilities at NIC were great. There “By the time I got to my third year at was nothing lacking at NIC that a UNBC I had completed all of my hard student really needed,” said Sean sciences and most of my labs at NIC,” Vanbergen, a UBC Engineering student. said Camila Sanchez, a biomedical studies student in the university’s Courses offered this winter include Health Sciences program. “We were Concepts in Biology II: Inhabiting the exposed to so much in labs; we did Earth (BIO-111), Human Anatomy our own prep work and had access to and Physiology II (BIO-161), Chemistry equipment that wouldn’t be practical Principles II (CHE-111). Talk to an in most large undergraduate programs.” advisor to create your study plan today. Science students at NIC connect with instructors such as Will Hunter and

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD COMOX VALLEY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Publisher: Joanna Ross Editor: Mark Allan Ph: 250-338-5811 / Fax: 250-338-5568 / Classified: 1-855-310-3535 A division of Black Press Ltd. 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com The Comox Valley Record is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Too many people still mixing drinking, driving The Insurance Corporation of B.C. reports that on average, 113 people died each year in impaired driving incidents between 2007-11. That is unacceptable. In fact, any number other than zero is unacceptable. Despite efforts from ICBC, the provincial government, police services, the media and organizations such as Operation Red Nose, Mothers Against Drunk Drivers and Rid Roads of Impaired Drivers, some drivers remain undeterred and choose to drink and then get behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. It’s not from a lack of trying. B.C.’s CounterAttack program is in its 35th year with the December campaign underway. The province’s tougher roadside penalties on drinking and driving are responsible for a drop in alcohol-related crashes and are estimated to have saved 104 lives since September 2010. Yet, some drivers still operate a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs, believing nothing can happen to them or that they won’t get caught. At best, they have a fender-bender with minor property damage. At worst, they kill themselves or an innocent person. Either way, the cost is too high and it’s up to society to put a stop to it. Sadly, there was a time when impaired driving was shrugged off as just one of those things — the antics of a drunk driver laughed at. Thankfully, we’ve come a long way from that. The odds are getting better that if you drink and drive, you will get caught. Use Operation Red Nose, use a taxi, use a bus — in other words, use common sense. Too many people are dying from others making poor decisions. It could be you or it could be someone you love. Nanaimo News Bulletin

Record Question of the Week This week: Ninety-two per cent of respondents said they are glad that the City of Courtenay and Maple Pool Campsite seem to be resolving their dispute. Next week: Do you like the location for the new Comox Valley hospital? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll. For Former Lieut.-Gov. Iona Campagnolo and Olympic runner Cam Levins are both outstanding additions to the Comox Valley Walk of Achievement.

A sign of our changing times, the impending closure of community-minded Videos N More is sad. Local groups have lost a ticket outlet in Comox.

Strathcona Park‘brutalized’ Dear editor, I’ve watched Strathcona Park being brutalized by one government after another for my entire life, and I’ve always believed it was more than just a “park” problem. I think it has to do with a glitch in human thinking that somehow allows us to become very easily confused in our values. To put it simply, our thinking processes are short-circuited by money, to the point where we often very forcibly push many of our other values aside. Strathcona Park is a uniquely personal interest of mine, but in my lifetime I’ve also watched us brutalize countless salmon runs and ancient forests into extinction in exchange for money. We humans are now doing this as hard and fast as we can, on a global basis. Why? I think it’s because money somehow blinds us to our other values much the same as heroin blinds a junkie to anything but heroin, and becomes his/her reason for living. Why else would we be so willing to destroy our surroundings (and ultimately ourselves) for something so ultimately worthless? But we don’t just destroy our forests, our rivers, (not to mention our oceans) and all our other

valuable natural surroundings; we also destroy our own institutions, which were created by us to serve our very own human needs and values. Not only that, but we seem totally mystified when our valued institutions begin to break down as a result of our own actions. I’m not talking now about how we brutalize valuable natural creations, like rivers, forests, and the contents of our parks for money. I’m talking about how we brutalize our own creations for the same reason. I’m talking about our health and education systems and many of our other valuable institutions, which are suffering so badly these days. Everything in life is a choice. When we choose one thing, we lose something else. A junkie invariably chooses heroin. If we (and our governments) always choose money, we shouldn’t be surprised when we lose other values (which are often more important to us) in the process. The effects of choices made years ago by government are now becoming extremely obvious in our failing health, education, and social programs. It’s easy to see the results, but it seems much harder for people

to understand that the present problems stem from decisions made years in the past, by a government determined to “balance the budget” at all costs. Politicians are reputed to have very short memories, so perhaps this explains why it’s difficult for them to comprehend that problems in the present can be directly related to actions they took in the past. I have a suggestion to help mitigate this particular political blind spot. It might be a good thing if all politicians were required to grow a small garden. Since the results of decisions made in a garden usually show up relatively quickly, (unlike the results of political decisions, which often don’t become distressingly obvious for years) politicians could learn (and hopefully retain) some basic rules of cause and effect. An unusually perceptive politician would possibly even notice that gardens are in many ways quite similar to human societies and institutions. Watered plants thrive. Brutalized plants wither and die. A really insightful politician might even begin to discover that there might actually be greater values in our lives than money. Just a suggestion. Karl Stevenson, Comox

We will hang our heads in shame Dear editor, We tend to hang our heads in collective shame when we review the historical acceptance of misguided propaganda that classified some groups of people as subhuman. Misguided propaganda that resulted in: Hunting people for sport, using people as slaves, or wholesale genocide attempts of various people groups. In the future we will be judged

for our response to the present propaganda which names preborn children as subhuman. The arguments are often pushed to the extreme ethical dilemmas of radical medical triage, when one life must be chosen over another. However, our foundational default needs to reflect authentic respect for all people including the unborn child. Fathers and mothers conceive the child. Mothers carry and

deliver the child. Together they (should) nurture and raise the child, but never do they own the child. Twenty years from now, society will be hanging its head in collective shame for our acceptance of misguided propaganda regarding the classification of pre-born children as subhuman. Pastor Barry Falk, Black Creek

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Students will get used to loud sirens Dear editor, I was recently at a neighbourhood Christmas party and the dinner topic turned to ‘the best location for the new hospital. Dave said that he wrote a letter to the editor stating that the latest location was bad but they wouldn’t print his letter. I asked why not? He said it was because he called the decision-makers ‘dumb asses.’ As I later reflected on what others described as better locations, I then realized that the location next to NIC is in

fact a great location. Dave stated that Ryan Road and Lerwick will no doubt become the busiest and most dangerous traffic intersection locally. Hey, Dave, they won’t have far to go to get emergency care. And with such a busy intersection the police will be able to give out many tickets without having to travel to more remote areas. A more congested NIC campus will mean more parking spots. You know, all those trees have become such an eyesore, so it will be nice to see them

Mine opposed by presbytery Dear editor, At its Oct. 27, 2012 meeting in Port Alberni, the Comox-Nanaimo Presbytery of the United Church of Canada discussed concerns about the proposed Raven Underground Coal Mine above Fanny Bay. After study and debate, we concluded that this project is not supported by our beliefs and our responsibility to God’s Creation. The project does not offer a responsible balance to the call to care for this earth, God’s Creation. The also project fails our assessment of risk to sustainable jobs, agriculture, streams, and safe water for all residents in the Fanny Bay area, adjacent region and the transportation and shipping corridors. We could see no compelling cost benefit balance to the economic well being of the area or of British Columbia. Two motions were passed: • Comox-Nanaimo Presbytery calls upon the Government of British Columbia and the Government of Canada to refuse the Raven Underground Coal Mine permit; and that Comox Nanaimo Presbytery issues a press release to this effect. • That Comox-Nanaimo Presbytery encourages its pastoral charges and individuals to express their concerns in writing to elected members of government at all levels regarding the proposed Raven Underground Coal Mine. Letters have been sent to ministers of the federal and British Columbia governments requesting that they not support and approve the application from Compliance Energy for a permit to develop the Raven Underground Coal Mine on Vancouver Island. Rev. Minnie Hornidge Editor’s note: Rev. Minnie Hornidge is chair of the Comox-Nanaimo Presbytery of the United Church of Canada.

gone along with the odd cougar, bear and locals walking their dogs. Getting rid of the neighbouring playing field is a good idea — better to spend more time driving to a distant one. Helicopters flying in with patients will provide a pleasant distraction. What about this idea that not enough land will be available for the new hospital? No problem, they just have to build more underground. We don’t get that much sunlight here in the winter so what is the big deal?

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The students will come to appreciate the sounds of sirens to supply that needed break from their studies or paying attention in class. Those living near the hospital, every time they hear a siren, will be happy to say: “I’m glad that’s not me in that ambulance.” And for those who are getting tired of that small town feeling they thought they were catching by living in that local area: Don’t worry; it will soon be gone. Ed Zirkwitz, Royston

Support charity, shop local Dear editor, As the holiday season approaches, I am reminded of something my father told me years ago that still sticks with me: Christmas is a time to think and do something for others around you. With that in mind, I would like others in our Comox Valley to consider action with reference to the above in two local ways. First, consider supporting a local nonprofit charity such as YANA (You are Not Alone) or other such local charities that help those in need

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here in our Valley! Second, consider shopping locally, supporting small businesses. A recent presentation in Courtenay entitled the 10-percent shift highlighted the tremendous direct

and indirect economic spinoff benefits to communities that support small local businesses revolving around keeping dollars at home, sustaining jobs and indirectly local services, hence sustaining vibrant communities. In the end, we should be all about community especially during this special time of year. Please consider these two small gestures as a way to celebrate the Christmas spirit of giving and sharing. Seasons greetings. Hugh MacKinnon, Comox

Floodplain build bad idea Dear editor, As I drive by Lewis Park these days I can’t help but notice that much of the park is submerged in water. And I also can’t help but notice that the shiny new construction work being done at taxpayers’ expense on the back of the building is about 15 to 20 feet from the edge of the lake, sitting on a slightly raised mound of earth. To my knowledge, this is known in legal jargon as “building on a floodplain.” Am I mistaken, or

is this the very same municipality that spent years harrassing Maple Pool and threatening court action for its site being on a floodplain? Yes folks, the self-same municipality which has embraced this fantastically expensive addition to the Lewis Centre. The irony is hard to bear. Where is Sandy Gray when you need him? Why is he not, on our behalf, suing the council that approved this? Or more importantly, why

was this building project ever approved by the regional district in the first place? Taxpayers were going to have to pay extravagantly for the court action against Maple Pool, and are also paying extravagantly for the new work at Lewis Centre. And no doubt we’ll be paying for the cleanup of an occasionally water-damaged new building. Is it any wonder we have so little faith and trust in our politicians. S. Joy, Merville

Creating a Legacy for Your Community Establishing a legacy fund with the Comox Valley Community Foundation is an excellent way of making a lasting contribution to your community. It is a great way to always be involved and remembered for your community support. These special funds can be set up by individuals, families, businesses or organizations who wish to provide on-going support for a specific or number of local charitable organizations that benefit from grants disbursed by the Foundation. When you set up a fund, your investment becomes a permanent source of community capital that can be relied upon in perpetuity to help with good works. Because the Foundation is made up of a family of funds, one of the biggest advantages is the ability to have your fund’s investment yields maximized. This happens because your fund is pooled with other funds to generate considerably higher returns than if your fund was invested alone. Your fund can also be added to over the course of time. For example some families have established funds as a memorial to loved ones and on special occasions will top up the fund with additional donations. Another example is a fund set up by a company that allows it and their employees to create an ongoing impact for corporate goodwill. The Comox Valley Community Foundation is governed by a volunteer board of directors who bring their individual skill sets to the table and at the same time reflect a broad cross section of the community’s demographics. Collectively, this group of people has an indepth knowledge of the issues that shape the community which enables them to make decisions that will be of benefit to as many groups as possible. Currently the Foundation holds and administers over 70 individual charitable and pooled funds. Since 1998 the Foundation has disbursed over 1 million dollars in grants to support local charitable organizations. To find out more about the Comox Valley Community Foundation and how you can establish a special fund visit the website at www.cvcfoundation.org

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Serious topics amid the giggles Paula Wild Record Arts

As a young boy, George Littlechild would look in the mirror and wonder who he was, where he belonged. So, at age 17, he began a long journey of discovery. And always, he expressed what he found through his art. The Spirit Giggles Within is an intriguing blend of the personal and political told through bold colours and dynamic shapes. It’s the story of a boy, man and artist and documents a time in the past and the cultural changes that came with it. Littlechild will sign copies of his new book at Laughing Oyster Books in Courtenay this Saturday at 2 p.m. The 175-page fullcolour coffeetable book features more than 150 works of art from his four-decade career. “George is one of Canada’s most illustrious First Nations artists,” says Tony Martin, former curator of the Comox Valley Art Gallery. “When I found out he’d moved to the Comox Valley, I made a point of seeking him out for an exhibit.” An award-winning artist, Littlechild’s work has been shown in galleries throughout Canada and is held in many private collections. He’s taught art at the University of Calgary, the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology and Camosun College in Victoria, as well as various other institutions. For the past 10 years the Comox Valley has been home. But the heart of Littlechild’s story, and the inspiration for much of his work, is the Plains Cree community in Hobbema, Alta., approximately 70 km south of Edmonton. That’s where he found the essence of his being. In and out of foster care since he was a baby, Littlechild has no memory of his birth parents or siblings. By age four, he’d been in four foster homes where he experienced a range of care and abuse.

Then he was placed in the home he would stay in until he was 18. “My foster mother was nurturing and supportive,” says Littlechild. “I was already drawing so she made sure I always had supplies and arranged art classes.” The Spirit Giggles Within presents Littlechild’s work chronologically and it’s fascinating to the shift from muted grays and blacks when he was young and shy, to the bolder colours and shapes he’s now known for, as he gained confidence. Selecting images for the book from his more than 700 works was not easy. But the result is a stunning collection of paintings and digital photographs. The paintings are all vivid colour, imaginative shapes and symbolism while the digital images are more clear-cut and defined. “I work intuitively,” says Littlechild. “I carry images around in my head for months or sometimes years then it just all comes out very quickly, usually in a couple of days. There’s nothing formal, I don’t make sketches or mix paint on a palette. I just put it all on the canvas and add and erase as I go.”

went hunting. Others describe his ancestors being forced to live on reserves and how First Nation communities used to honour and respect gays, lesbians and trans-

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vestites. There is even a story about finding out his birth father was white. “I met George over five years ago when he had an exhibit at the Comox Valley Art Gallery,” says Evelyn Gillespie, owner of Laughing Oyster Books. “One of

his pieces illustrated how he tried to work as a model when he was younger but was told he looked too ‘ethnic.’ That really had an impact on me. “The Spirit Giggles Within touches on that as well as foster care, the ‘60s Scoop of First Nation children and many other events in George’s life. “But what makes this book a real gift is that it’s not just about him,” she adds. “It’s about the larger picture of what happens to people when they’re perceived as being outside mainstream society.” Although there are serious topics in the book, it is not depressing. How could it be with the word giggle in the title? “I find great joy in life and have always seen the best in situations and had the ability to laugh,” explains Littlechild. “If you go into a Cree home, everyone is always laughing. “On the other hand, I believe

First Nation people need to share their truth so they can move forward. And by doing so, they help others heal. “As for the bright colours, I’d love to live in that world. My spirit goes there as a reprieve. It allows me to find the strength within.” The book is a work of art in itself. Black pages highlight the artwork while red and yellow pages divide the sections. There is even a red O in the white text on the front and back covers. The Spirit Giggles Within is definitely a present that would sparkle under the Christmas tree. The book is published by Heritage House and retails for $59.95. To find out more about Littlechild or to view his work, visit www. georgelittlechild.com. Paula Wild is a published author and regular contributor to the Comox Valley Record’s arts and entertainment section.

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‘Timeless ballet’ returning What joy it is to watch the faces of children as they open up their Christmas gift! The excitement is like a gift back to the giver. You can experience some of this joy through the story of The Nutcracker as the Laurie Tinkler School of Dance presents this timeless ballet. The story of the Nutcracker begins on Christmas Eve in the home of young Clara and Fritz Stahlbaum. Their parents are holding a party for their family and friends. When all is ready, the children are invited in to the drawing room to see the beautiful tree — and to receive their presents. Baby dolls, tin soldiers and flute players are among the gifts. Imagine the children’s joy as the toys come to life and dance for them! The height of the evening is the magical arrival of Godfather Drosselmeyer. A life-size wind-up doll that dances is one of his gifts. He also brings a hobby horse, a Jackin-the Box and the wonderful Nutcracker itself. Clara falls in love with the Nutcracker, and her love brings the Nutcracker to life — at least in Clara’s dreams.

THE NUTCRACKER CHARACTER Clara, played this year by Madison Lagan, takes delight in her favourite Christmas present, the magical Nutcracker. PHOTO BY ARLENE BERNDL The magic of the Nutcracker continues throughout the show as he leads the Toy Soldiers to fight off the Rat King. As the Rat King is defeated, the spell over the Nutcracker is broken, and he becomes his true self, a prince — taking Clara on a magical journey. The role of Clara is being played this year

by Madison Lagan, a student at Valley View School. This will be Madison’s eighth year in Nutcracker. She has grown significantly as a dancer from being a tiny five-year-old baby doll in her first year. In between she danced many of the roles in Nutcracker including mouse, trumpeter, angel, party girl, Rus-

sian, Spanish, Chinese, Waltz of the Flowers and Snow. Two years ago, she danced the role of Fritz, Clara’s mischievous younger brother. Maddie notes that she loves Clara’s dress. “When I tried it on to see if it would fit, I didn’t want to take it off”! You can join in the magic of the Nutcracker as the Laurie Tinkler School of Dance brings this classic story to the local stage. Tickets are now on sale at the Sid Williams Box Office. Three shows are being offered. On Dec. 14 and 15 there are evening performances at 7:30. On Dec. 15, there will be a matinee at 2. The show is approximately one hour and 45 minutes including the intermission. For more information, call 250-897-8885. — Laurie Tinkler Dancers

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Wil will share his gift Artist is touring to support a limitedrelease album One of Western Canada’s premier singer/ songwriters performs Dec. 15 at the Waverley Hotel. Wil will be joined by Cumberland drummer Kevin Haughton and special guest Ryan McMahon. Wil has a gift and he loves to share it. In his musicianship, lyrics and live performance, he exudes an

equal measure of ferocious intent and heart wrenching beauty. As one fan eloquently stated, “He’s a saw blade cutting though fine silk.” Whether performing live, recording an album or writing for film, Wil is a dedicated and consummate professional. Wil uses his legendary live show performances to develop his expansive roots-rock sound to create a style that is honest, edgy, raw and delicate yet achingly beautiful all at once. Wil is on the road

to support a limitedrelease album titled Hold Me On. The album is a collection of songs taken from select unreleased commercial compositions and new demos. The album may be purchased at the show or via Wil’s website. For details, visit www.ibreakstrings. com and http://ryanmcmahon.com. Tickets are available at Bop City, the Waverley Hotel or by phone 250-336-8322. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. — Cumberland Village Works

A SPECIAL GUEST at the recent Blackie and the Rodeo Kings show in Courtenay, Wil will be in Cumberland on Dec. 15 to headline at the Waverley.

MusicFest hot ticket right now It took a little more then 48 hours for the first series of Vancouver Island MusicFest 2013 tickets to sell out. “We did more sales on Saturday (Dec. 1) then we did the entire month of December last year,” says VI MusicFest operations manager Marcy Jaster. “Our online ticket system handled the demand well and we’ve also been available to help people navigate the ticket-buying process.” Now that the Christmas in July tickets have sold out, MusicFest will release the next series, which — while at a higher price point — is still very reasonable. “We have a limited number of tickets available at the next price point as well, so I wouldn’t wait if I were you,” cautioned Susan Wood, MusicFest marketing manager. “The festival sold out very early last year and a lot of folks waited too long to get their tickets. And, if this first round of tickets sales is any indication, we could very well sell out even earlier this year.” With performer announcements scheduled to begin in January, artistic director/ executive producer Doug Cox is delighted that festival-goers are already this excited. “We are going to have another stellar lineup this year with a great cross-section of genres and performers,” he says. “You won’t be disappointed — unless you don’t have a ticket.” Vancouver Island MusicFest also launched a refreshed version of its website this week at www. islandmusicfest.com. Thanks to the web designers at Dialect,

2013 the site reflects the colours and textures of the Comox Valley and is much cleaner and more easily navigated. It also features a com-

prehensive festival archive, as well as upto-the-minute festival news and information. Ticket buyers can find everything they need to know about the festival on the site and the “click here to

buy your tickets” icon is at the bottom of each page. Complete ticket prices for all age groups can be found at www. islandmusicfest.com. — Vancouver Island MusicFest

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SINGER SUE MEDLEY is the headliner for the Westerly Hotel’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration.

Dec. 31 lineup set at Westerly All four venues will feature entertainment for partiers Tickets are on sale for a Comox Valley tradition — New Year’s Eve at the Westerly Hotel in downtown Courtenay. The Best Western Plus facility has hosted parties for more than 30 years, and is cementing its reputation as the entertainment hotspot with Version 2.0 of the Flying Canoe and the best New Year’s lineup yet. Since the millennium, the hotel has hosted full-facility parties where one ticket gives you access to all of the entertainment options in the different licensed venues. Past shows have been headlined by a host of famous bluesmen from Jim Byrnes to David Gogo to Sonny Rhodes, most frequently along with local show band XLR8. The 2012 event will feature some new tricks and an exciting array of talent assembled by new food and beverage manager David Branigan, drawing on his entertainment background of 15 years in Whistler to create a blockbuster evening Dec. 31. The Comox Valley’s own prodigal daughter Sue Medley headlines the bill. Sue will

perform unplugged in the Westerly Restaurant before rocking it out with the Wasters in the Flying Canoe Pub. The Wasters are also well-known as Time Well Wasted, performing without the horn section. XLR8 will rock in the New Year in the ballroom, keeping with tradition and producing a timeless, high-energy show. New to the roster this year is one of Canada’s rising standup comedians, Kelly Dyer. Known for his sarcastic, ranting style, Dyer is a fixture in Vancouver’s comedy scene. DJs Skian Ian and DNA will be broadcasting across all four venues from the Flying Canoe. They will be your tour guides for the evening, pumping up the party between live music sets and counting in the New Year in Chalk Billiard’s Lounge. Also new this year, Chalk Billiards Lounge presents No Cover, Bring Your Lover for hotel guests and patrons looking to party without a big price tag. The all-access ticket includes a deluxe plated threecourse dinner created by executive chef Nick Keating. Tickets are at the hotel’s front desk or flyingcanoe.ca. — Best Western Plus Westerly Hotel

“Marley was dead, to begin with.” Most of us have heard these classic words from Charles Dickens’ masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, published in 1843. Prepare to hear them again as Gateway Academy (formerly Comox Valley Christian School) performs its rendition of Scrooge. The newest in a line of other classic produc-

tions by drama teacher Tina Jones including Peter Pan and A Medieval Feast Dinner, Scrooge is sure to entertain. Rediscover the miser, forced to face his mortality and connect with the people he once rejected. Gateway Academy will perform Scrooge from Dec. 12 to 14 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the Gateway Academy office at 2085 Wallace Ave. in Comox, Grains Bakery and at Northgate Foursquare Church in Courtenay. — Gateway Academy

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Nutcracker at Rialto The Rialto Theatre is showing the Nutcracker performed by the Royal Ballet for two performances: Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 22 at 10 a.m. A magician with secrets, an enchanted gift, a guiding angel and a visit through the Land of Snow to the Kingdom of Sweets — it must be the holiday favourite the Nutcrac-

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MAYOR LARRY JANGULA cut a ribbon last weekend to officially open the Red Art Exhibit and Red Scarf Fundraiser for YANA at the Muir Gallery.

Muir Gallery helping YANA Mayor Larry Jangula opened the Red Art Exhibit and Red Scarf Fundraiser for YANA at the Muir Gallery in Courtenay last Saturday. The exhibit is running daily this week,

Anderton Ave. is open Mondays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www. comoxvalleyarts.org. — Muir Gallery

leading to a silent art auction this Saturday to support YANA (You Are Not Alone). Red Scarves for YANA are available at the exhibit in the Muir Gallery. The Muir at 440

Sax and Violins return Look for Sax and Violins at the Zocalo Café, back this Saturday night at 7:30. For over a year now these five busy local musicians have made time to get together regularly and explore a variety of standard jazz and Latin tunes. This group has a lot of fun playing together and it shows. Saxophone and violin is an unusual combination that mixes well with acoustic bass, vocals and keyboards. Ralph Barrat’s voice is warm and resonant, with the timbre of a Bobby Darrin or Sinatra. As a jazz singer and keyboard player, Ralph’s mentors include Harry Connick Jr., Nat Cole, and Mose Allison. John Hyde is a top shelf musician with extensive experience carrying a steady swinging groove on bass in a wide range of contexts all over North America with renowned musicians. On violin, Blaine Dunaway effortlessly invents intriguing melodies reflecting his substantial breadth of musical experience and interest. He, too, has lived a noteworthy musical career, collaborating with many of the very best over the years. Playing tenor, alto and soprano saxo-

phone as well as flute, Tony Morrison enjoyed performing in a broad variety of scenarios and styles during the past 30 years. Together as Sax and Violins staying out of treble, they are charged and ready to play for you this Saturday at the Zocalo.

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HAPPENING ONGOING 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. Christmas Market to Dec. 29. Time Away exhibit in George Sawchuk Gallery. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. FMI: 250-338-6211 or www. comoxvalleyartgallery.com. CORRE ALICE GALLERY at 2781 Dunsmuir Ave. in Cumberland features Wild Women Uncorked. 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. Brushworks Show & Sale to Dec. 2. Members’ fundraiser show & sale, Dec. 4 to Jan. 27. FMI: www.pearlellisgallery.com or Facebook. POTTERS PLACE presents work by Charlotte Schaufelbuhl and special guest artist Jeff Brett in December, 180B Fifth St. Courtenay. FMI: 250334-4613 or www.thepottersplace.ca. SERIOUS COFFEE showing photos of Christina Nienaber-Roberts and Keith Roberts in November and December. SOPHIE SKAPSKI pre-Christmas show and sale Dec. 8 and 9 at her studio (1535 Piercy Ave. in Courtenay), 10 to 4 both days. 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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RAT PACK at Sid Williams Theatre, 8 p.m. FMI: www. sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430. TRENT FREEMAN and SINISTRIO CD release party at Bridge Lounge, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Long & McQuade, Bop City, Videos N More, at the door, or call Craig at 250-339-4249. SWING SET at Zocalo. Special Christmas show, 5:30 p.m. SAX AND VIOLINS at Zocalo, 7:30 p.m. FIDDLEJAM plays in downtown Courtenay streets, 3 TO 5 P.M. RED ART EXHIBIT and Red Scarf silent auction fundraiser for YANA at Muir Galley 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ART ALCHEMY open house, 7 to 9 p.m., 362C 10th St. in Courtenay.

Saturday, Dec. 8 GARY FJELLGAARD, SASKIA and DARREL at Fanny Bay Community Hall, 8 p.m. Tickets at Weinberg’s Fine Foods in Buckley Bay and Blue Heron Books. FMI: 250335-3282. ANNIE BECKER, FIFTIETH PARALLEL and others at Elevate Winter Bazaar, Courtenay Legion, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: elevatethearts.com. Discover Art Saturday (family fun) at the Comox Valley Art Gallery.

HELEN AUSTIN and friends at Union Street Grotto, 3 to 5 p.m. SAX AND VIOLINS at Zocalo at 7:30 p.m. JOEY CLARKSON and friends, Billy D’s, 8:30 p.m. PAMELA TESSMANN busks, downtown Courtenay, 11:30-12:30. BRUCE AND JUDY WING busk, 1 p.m., Rattan Plus. SUE PYPER busks for Women’s Transition Society from noon to 2 at CVAG. GEORGE LITTLECHILD signs book, 2 p.m., Laughing Oyster in Courtenay. KEITH FIELD signs book, 2 p.m. at Blue Heron Books in Comox. RED ART EXHIBIT and Red Scarf silent auction fundraiser for YANA at Muir Galley, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHYTE’S FRAMING AND GALLERY displays wildlife photography, noon to 4 p.m., 1225 Lazo Rd. in Comox.

Thursday, Dec. 13 RIALTO THEATRE shows Nutcracker, 7 p.m. FMI: 250-3385502.

Saturday, Dec. 15 WIL at Waverley Hotel. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the Waverley and online at www.cumberlandvillageworks.com. NORTH ISLAND CHORAL SOCIETY presents singalong Messiah, St. George’s United Church, 1:30 p.m. FMI: northislandchoral.wordpress.com.

Sunday, Dec. 16 CELEBRATION SINGERS in Christmas concert, 7:30 p.m., St. George’s United Church. Tickets at House of Colour in Courtenay, Blue Heron Books in Comox or from any choir member. COURTENAY SENIOR PLAYERS present A Christmas Carol, 2 p.m. in d’Esterre ballroom at 1801 Beaufort Ave. in Comox. Free.

Monday, Dec. 17 CELEBRATION SINGERS in Christmas concert, 7:30 p.m., St. George’s United Church. Tickets at House of Colour in Courtenay, Blue Heron Books in Comox or from any choir member.

Friday, Dec. 21 KNUF FUNK and DISTRIBUTORS at Mex Pub, 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 22 RIALTO THEATRE shows Nutcracker, 10 a.m. FMI: 250338-5502.

Saturday, Jan. 12 ERICA SIGURDSON, 7:30 p.m., Sid Williams Theatre.

Saturday, Jan. 19 GREASE SINGALONG at Sid Williams Theatre, 7 p.m. Tickets at Sid Williams or at info@sidwilliamstheatre. com.

Saturday, Jan. 26 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents España: Music from Spain, Native Sons Hall.

Sunday, Jan. 27 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents España: Music from Spain, Native Sons Hall. RANDY (EVIS) FRISKIE at Sid Williams Theatre, 7 p.m. FMI: sidwilliamstheatre.com.

Sunday, Feb. 10 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents An Affair to Remember, Native Sons Hall.

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Classic tale of Scrooge told again at d’Esterre House The holiday season is never complete until we’ve once again witnessed Ebenezer Scrooge’s miraculous transformation from cold, money-grubbing miser to the best keeper of Christmas in all of London. On Dec. 16, the Courtenay Senior Players will perform a live radio theatre production of Dickens’ timeless classic A Christmas Carol at the Comox Seniors d’Esterre ballroom. This talented troupe will breathe life into your favourite characters, including costumes, sound effects and perfect period accents … well perhaps not quite perfect. Close your eyes and be whisked away to Vic-

Writing, reading, eating Sharing food has always been a way for people of all cultures to create a bond. Adding storytelling to a meal makes it even better. On Dec. 13, writers and faculty from North Island College’s creative writing program, along with writers from the community, will read between each of the six courses of tapas offered by the Zocalo Café. “The story slams are great, but a little intense. I wanted to combine the readings with something more relaxed,” explains Steve Schoenhoff, NIC creative writing instructor. NIC faculty and community writers featured at the event include Karina Kudryavtseva, Anne Cumming, Harold Macy, Danny Zanbilowicz, and Leela Tiwari. NIC’s Write Here Readers Series began in 2010 and has continued to explore writing from the North Island allowing students and community members to discover a region rich in stories and storytellers. Dinner and a Story Night will take place at the Zocalo Café and Gallery in Courtenay. Call 250-331-0933 to make reservations. For more information about this event or the Write Here Readers Series, contact Susan Auchterlonie at 250-334-5271. — North Island College

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Wrestling is coming back to the Comox Valley in the form of a charity event featuring an assortment of colourful characters from the Island and the Lower Mainland. Funds raised at the inaugural Slams for Sebastian Over The Top Rumble, slated for Feb. 16 at the K’ómoks First Nation band hall, will help pay medical costs for a six-month-old boy who has spent four months in hospital to receive treatments for a rare medical condition. During his short time on this planet, Sebastian Cobban has undergone a PDA ligation, tracheostomy, hernia repair, appendix removal and gastronomy tube insertion. He is diagnosed with Dandy-Walker variant, facial palsy, pharyngeal web and micrognathia. His parents, Amanda Davis and Tyler Cobban, have twice moved and had trouble finding work during Sebastian’s time in hospital. The couple has received help from family, but medical costs continue to mount. “Their attitude is great,” said event organizer/wrestler Keith Spinks, aka Sgt. Kaos. “Lots of people feel sorry for themselves, but they don’t at all.” A recent concert in Campbell River raised about $2,000 for the couple, who are from the Valley but live in Edmonton. Spinks, 43, is also a former Valley resident now living in Campbell River. He had been with Extreme Canadian Championship Wrestling, Pacific Coast Championship Wrestling and All-Star Wrestling. The February event will be his final match for good reason: he has undergone three surgeries on an arthritic knee that needs to be replaced. “I want to do one more

SGT. KAOS (LEFT) is hoping his arthritic knee will be strong enough to help him defeat Gorgeous Michelle Starr on a fundraising wrestling card Feb. 16 at the K’omoks First Nation band hall. match and do it for a good cause,” Spinks said. He will face Gorgeous Michelle Starr — a ring veteran who has wrestled in the WCW and WWF, as well as Japan, Korea, England and Mexico. The former Los Angeles resident now living in Surrey was Spinks’ trainer at one time. They

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Local rink enjoys national â&#x20AC;&#x2122;spiel The Goodwin rink of skip Deb Goodwin, third Lonnie Schopp, second Kim Jonsson and lead Lori Ross have just returned from the Dominion Canadian Curling Club Championships (Nov. 19-24 in Scarborough, Ont.) where the Comox Valley quartet represented B.C. for the second year in a row. The Dominion Championship is a world class event for club curlers from all across Canada and the Territories. Club champions compete first to win their zone and then advance to the provincial championships. The provincial champions are then treated to a very special week of curling and events. This curling event is top notch, from the opening ceremonies, to the venue (this year, Scarboro Golf and Country Club), to the team vans complete with your very own driver with provincial flags flying.

THE GOODWIN TEAM from left to right is: skip Deb Goodwin, third Lonnie Schopp, second Kim Jonsson and lead Lori Ross. finished with a 3-3 record, with wins over New Brunswick, NWT and Yukon and losses to Manitoba, Alberta and Northern Ontario which all were very close, going to eight ends and one an extra end. Thanks to the amazing efforts of the Comox Valley Curling Club, friends and families, the Goodwin team also won

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The opportunity to wear your provincial flag and name on your back is an amazing experience and meeting other provincial champions from all across Canada is a very special part of the event and has created some friendships and memories that we will treasure forever,â&#x20AC;? said a team spokesperson. The Goodwin team

the top team fundraising contest with over $8,000 going toward Spinal Cord Injury, Canada (the event charity). The total amount raised at the 2012 Dominion was $88,000, well exceeding the goal of $30,000. The team is very grateful to everyone for all their support in this worthy cause. The Comox Valley

Curling Club is looking forward to hosting the North Island Playdowns at the end of this season in March and this is the precursor to the provincial Dominion Curling Club Challenge. This zone playdown includes menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teams that played together regularly, in a sanctioned club league in the most recent season, excluding major/ super leagues, to represent the club as the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s club champions. Teams from north of Nanaimo and including Powell River will compete to win and advance to the Dominion Curling Club Challenge held each year at the Richmond Curling Club. There couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a better event to showcase the curling skills of league menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teams and the experience, from all accounts, is immeasurable. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Comox Valley Curling Club

Amp volleyball champs Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s taken four years, a multitude of roster changes, a few different sports and at least five second place finishes, but Taylor Thibeault finally has himself a Comox Valley Sports & Social Club championship. The bridesmaid streak ended last Wednesday as Thibeault and his Amp TNT volleyball team pulled off a clutch 3-2 sets win over Return to Sender in the A Tier final. To say it made his day would be a bit of an understatement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It feels great to finally win,â&#x20AC;? said an excited Thibeault, 26. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am blessed to have

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animals surfaced much latter and it was mostly used in horses used for work on the field or war. Bovine and pig acupuncture and even on chickens appeared over the last 1000 years. Dogs and cats were traditionally not kept as pets in China and acupuncture on those animals was mostly developed in the west through transposition of the acupuncture points from the human to the dogs and cats (and horses). Traditional Chinese Medicine differs from the standard western medicine in that it includes the non physical aspect, such as emotions, weather conditions, climate, diet and the personality of the patient. The only way to understand Chinese Medicine from a western scientific perspective is to look at the body from a Quantum Physics perspective rather then from a particle perspective. Searching for a better approach to treat the hip dysplasia I described in a previous article, I first met this very dedicated group of veterinary pioneers in 1979 at a conference in Cincinnati USA. I needed to study the Taoist philosophy of life

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Rennie rejoins Icemen, Kamprath goes to Storm On the heels of the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League’s soft roster deadline, a series of moves has Tyson Rennie returning to the Comox Valley Glacier Kings from the Campbell River Storm. Rennie was in the Glacier Kings lineup for the 2010-11 season. He was the Storm’s top point earner this year with 26 (15g, 11a) in 27 games and will wear number 19 for the Yetis. Yetis’ head coach Bill Rotheisler said, “When

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SMITTY CHECKS OUT the landscape during a recent hunting expedition. PHOTO BY RALPH SHAW local meat and possibly make headway in solving over populations of deer: In the case of the special hunting areas East of Highway 19 on Vancouver Island make the bag limit three deer of any sex and extend the hunting season to Jan. 31, 2013 from the current closure in the regulations of Dec. 10, 2012. ••• This column vigorously supports the following motion that was unanimously passed by the Area 14 Sport Fishing Advisory Board at their Nov. 15 meeting. “Whereas the proposed removal of the only two fishery officers operating out of the Comox DFO office in 2014 will inevitably result in increased poaching, habitat violations, and a general

lessening of compliance with fishing regulations; “Be It Therefore Resolved: That the Area 14 Sport Fishing Advisory Committee (SFAC) informs the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans that the proposed removal of the Conservation and Protection Officers from the Comox Office is NOT acceptable.” Over the past century the Comox Valley has been, and continues to be, an active centre for both recreational

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Shelley Dean McPherson passed away at home on November 29, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Drumheller, Alberta, on February 20, 1943, the oldest child of Charles and Mary Sue Smith, and had many happy memories of her childhood there.

Shelley is survived by her mother of over 60 years, Josephine Smith of Drumheller, Ken Dyer, her partner of 39 years; her two children Laurel (Phil) and Heather (Mike Kerr); and four grandchildren Ryan, Katherine, Samantha, and Ben. She also leaves her brothers Del (Dale) and Don (Bonnie); sisters Linda (Ernie) and Carol ; four cousins Arden, Patricia, Rod, and Gary - will mourn her passing as will six nieces and nephews; and Kenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family in New Zealand, Owen (Cherry), Barbara (Stoney), Alison, and many others. In the early 1960s Shelley lived in France, Belgium and Germany where her former husband Don McPherson was navigator with the RCAF. Upon returning to Canada she made Courtenay her home for the past 45 years. For many years Shelley enjoyed working at Laverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department store and Home Hardware. Shelley was predeceased by her birth mother in 1949; her father in 1996 and an infant daughter Mairi Joy in 1969. Special thanks to Dr. McFadden and to the home care nurses for their care and kindness to Shelley, and to the many friends and neighbours who have expressed their love with phone calls, flowers, cards and visits during her brief illness. She will be fondly remembered for her sense of humour, beautiful smile and be missed by all who knew her.

September 27, 1936 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 4, 2012 It is with great sadness that the It is with great sadness that the Turnbull family announces that Turnbull family announces that Jean Lorraine Turnbull (nee BoJean Lorraine Turnbull (nee Bozak) died at home on December zak) died at home on December 4. Lorraine was born on Sep4. Lorraine was born on September 27, 1936 in Edmonton, tember 27, 1936 in Edmonton, Alberta. Alberta. She celebrated her 57th wedShe celebrated her 57th wedding anniversary with her beding anniversary with her beloved husband, Murray on Noloved husband, Murray on November 19, 2012. vember 19, 2012. Lorraine was an active member Lorraine was an active member of many communities across of many communities across Canada. She taught ceramics, Canada. She taught ceramics, was a Girl Guide leader, and was a Girl Guide leader, and supported many young people. supported many young people. Lorraine was a skilled seamstress and craftsperson. She beLorraine was a skilled seamstress and craftsperson. She began her work career in the military and was an accountant for gan her work career in the military and was an accountant for small businesses. small businesses. Lorraine will be dearly missed by her husband Murray; her two Lorraine will be dearly missed by her husband Murray; her two daughters Debra Priebe (Gord) and Patricia Turnbull (Wayne); daughters Debra Priebe (Gord) and Patricia Turnbull (Wayne); her sister Joyce Williams (Don); her brothers Lawrence Bozak her sister Joyce Williams (Don); her brothers Lawrence Bozak (Nat), Roger Bozak (Karen) and John Bozak; three grandchil(Nat), Roger Bozak (Karen) and John Bozak; three grandchildren Rebecca Priebe (Philippe), Christopher Priebe, Jenna dren Rebecca Priebe (Philippe), Christopher Priebe, Jenna Stubbe; and a great grandchild Dylan. She was also very Stubbe; and a great grandchild Dylan. She was also very close to her sisters-in-law Marguerite Kavanagh, Hazel Betclose to her sisters-in-law Marguerite Kavanagh, Hazel Bethune (Randy) and Jess Bond. Lorraine was predeceased by hune (Randy) and Jess Bond. Lorraine was predeceased by her youngest daughter Kathy. her youngest daughter Kathy. Funeral Services will be held at Comox Valley Funeral Home, Funeral Services will be held at Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre on Saturday, December 8th Cremation and Reception Centre on Saturday, December 8th at 11AM, 1101 Ryan Rd., Courtenay, with a light luncheon at 11AM, 1101 Ryan Rd., Courtenay, with a light lunch to folto follow. low.

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Passed away suddenly and peacefully at home in his sleep in Courtenay, British Columbia on November 25, 2012. He was born in Southampton, England in 1941. Upon graduation from Reading University he emigrated to Canada in the early 1960â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where he began his high school teaching career. He married Eleanor Ward in 1972 in Thunder Bay, Ontario where they resided and taught high school. In 1995 they relocated to Brentwood Bay on Vancouver Island. For the past three years he has lived in Courtney, B.C. He was predeceased by his loving wife, friend and soul mate Eleanor in 2007. Survived by his brother David (Kathy) in England and his two nieces Fiona (Stephen) and Janet, his sisters-in-law Betty Inksetter Lacoste (Michael), and Joan Bowman (Jack) in British Columbia. Also remembered by his nieces and nephews, Mahlon, Elizabeth, Katherine, Jonathan, Brian, and Scott. He will be deeply missed by his husky and special pal Toby. A Celebration of his Life in Brentwood Bay will be announced in the New Year. In memory of Bob, donations may be made to your local SPCA.

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Darry Estes (nĂŠe Horner) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, sister and friend. Following a battle with cancer, Darry passed away peacefully at home on November 30, 2012. She is survived by her dear husband Sandy, her cherished children Max Oudendag and Madeline Knight (Ben), her brothers and sisters, Keith (Jane), Heather (Guy), Roger and Shannon (Barton) and her large extended family. Darry was born in Vancouver and spent most of her adult life in the Comox Valley. She was a teacher, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mrs. Oâ&#x20AC;?, counsellor and supporter of children with special learning needs and their families. It was work she was called to and loved very much. She was also a long time community volunteer for a number of groups including the Transition House and the Merville Grandmothers. Darry had a great love of family and friends. She created beauty around her â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in the warmth of her relationships, in her garden or a meal shared. But above all she had a generosity of spirit that was her greatest gift to all who knew her. A Celebration of her Life will be held at N.I.D.E.S., (old Tsolumn Elementary School) to which all are welcome, Saturday December 8th, 2pm-4pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the Comox Valley Transition Society and the Merville Grandmothers.

Florence Murphy July 7, 1924-November 28, 2012 It is with heavy hearts that we the family of Florence Murphy announce the passing of our Mom. She has gone to be with Dad who predeceased her in 1999. Mom stayed at home and raised her family. She loved to cook, knit, garden, watch ball games and found joy in writing letters and sending cards to her family and friends. Mom was a longtime member of the Evergreen Choristers and also enjoyed many years as a Co-Val Chorister. Mom is survived by her six children Sharon (John), Brenda (Tom), Stan, Patrick, Stephen and Richard (Lisa). Stephen looked after Mom allowing her to remain at home in her final years. Mom loved her grandchildren Tammie (Kenan), Juanita (Graham), Kenny, Jason (Cheryl), Craig (Virginia), Brock (Kathy), Logan (Audrey), Kendra and Laura. Mom was also blessed with 9 great-grandchildren and a loving extended family. Please join the family in Celebrating the Life of Florence Foster Murphy, Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 1 pm at St. John the Divine, 579 5th Street, Courtenay, BC. We love and miss you. Mom, we put the cane away!

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Joseph Sosnkowski deceased, formerly of 1824 Fern Road Courtenay, BC V9N 1W8 are hereby required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Executor c/o Holland Cameron, Barristers & Solicitors, 1779 Comox Avenue, Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9, before the 15th day of January, 2012 after which date the Estate assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims of which it has notice. Michael Duff Holland Executor c/o Holland Cameron Solicitors for the Estate 1779 Comox Avenue Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9

CELEBRATIONS

LOST AND FOUND FOUND - Earring on England & 6th Dec 4 Call 250-3385811 LOST FISHING rod â&#x20AC;&#x153;Browningâ&#x20AC;? Maple Lake around Nov 28. If found please call (250)334-2464. LOST: WHITE envelope with cash inside, Comox area between Murrelet Dr. & Hospital. Call (250)339-6707.

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GETAWAYS

Tyee Marine 250-334-2942

LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin,sleeps 6, BBQ. Holiday Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Ok. Rick 604-306-0891

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COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER required by The John Howard Society of North Island. This is an 11 hr/wk position to begin immediately. Please refer to www.jhsni.bc.ca and see employment opportunities for details. Closing Date Dec 14/12

CELEBRATIONS

CHRISTMAS CORNER

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DEATHS

McIntosh, William Thomas Stuart (Stu), born June 28, 1940, in Warrington England, passed away in the afternoon of November 25, 2012 in Victoria, British Columbia. Predeceased by his parents Charles and Madeline and his sister Jill, Stu leaves behind his devoted wife Allene, his children Andrew (Ronnie), Jane (Guy) and Angela (Chris) and his granddaughter, Olivia, who will all miss him dearly. Stu is also survived by his sisters Meryl (Laurie), Sheila (Roy) and Alison (Tim) in England and his brother-in-law Jeremy Potter in Australia, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews in the UK and around the world. Stu came to Canada in late 1967 and started working for Transport Canada, later transferring to Public Works and Government Services Canada, retiring in 1995. He received the Assistant Deputy Minister Award - Architectural and Engineering Services for his outstanding service and loyalty. After moving to the Comox Valley in late 1999 he became very involved in the Comox Valley Curling Club; he was also a member of the Comox Little River Enhancement Society and served as Vice President, and became an honorary member in the Comox Valley Fly Fishers Club in light of his long association with them. He also loved rugby, playing the game in his youth in the UK and in Vancouver as a member of the Vancouver Rowing Club. He later became a referee. Stu participated in many community activities. He enjoyed being a youth mentor, volunteering for several years in the 1970â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as a scout master, and as coach for the West Vancouver Royals boys soccer team. Stu was always sportsmanlike, fair and ethical, and encouraged the same values in those he mentored. He believed that if something was worth doing, it was worth doing right. Stuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unfailing optimism was contagious, and he was always willing to impart wisdom and advice. His genuine, kind and outgoing personality will be sorely missed by all who knew him. A celebration of life was held on Saturday December 1st attended by his family and close friends. Heartfelt thanks go out to all his friends, neighbours, doctors and nurses in Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, St Josephs Emergency Ward Comox, the Renal Unit in Cumberland, the drivers of the Handy Dart, and pharmacists who showed him so much care and kindness. Donations to the BC Kidney Foundation in his memory would be gratefully accepted. In the words of a longtime family friend, Stuart had the biggest soccer shoes heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d ever seen and an even bigger heart.

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Friday, December 7, 2012

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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• Class 1 & 3 • ICBC Licensed 1st Class Driving School

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.

COURTENAY CHEVRON Town Pantry and Triple “O” at 600 Ryan Rd. Courtenay, B.C. V9N-3R7 is hiring 4 pmt F/T Food Counter attendants. Wage $10.25/Hr. Duties: Take customer orders, Prepare & pack food items and serve at counters or tables and receive payments. Drop resume at above location or email: ss1682@chevronretail.ca

EARN FAST easy Christmas cash daily. Busy lady owned agency. 19+. (250)334-4170.

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HELP WANTED

The person we are looking for will be organized and be able to process orders accurately. Knowledge of the building trades an asset. Neat in appearance and be able to deal tactfully & pleasantly with customers and also have a ﬂair for home décor. Please bring your resume’ to: Attn: Dawn Elgin Central Builders Supply Home Hardware 610 Anderton Avenue

HELP WANTED TRADES, TECHNICAL

TRADES, TECHNICAL

HELP WANTED RESIDENT MANAGER required for 52 unit apartment building in Courtenay. Experience preferred. Must be bondable and have valid drivers licence and own vehicle. Position to start mid Jan. Handyman skills an asset. The successful applicant should have good record keeping “people” skills. Please fax resume 250-338-0556 or email meinke3@shaw.ca

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18 years or older. NLS certiﬁcate. CPRC. Available for casual and part time.

Contact The Kelsey Centre at 250-282-5500 ask for Darlene Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051

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CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

Comox Medical Clinic is looking for an immediate hire for a

Part-time Registered Nurse

- Courtenay

to join our team. This fast paced clinic is looking for the right candidate to have excellent nursing skills, good inter-personal qualities and have the ability to multi-task in a busy environment. The position is 2 mornings per week, plus holiday and sick coverage. If you think you have what it takes to join this great team, please submit a resume in person or via email. Attention: Candice Wheeldon candice.comoxmedical@shaw.ca Only selected candidates will be contacted. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

NOW HIRING

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

Sales Rep Trainee Fuel Truck Driver Heavy Duty Mechanics

Job Options BC Courtenay is a placement and training program. Our next start date is coming up in January, and we are looking for individuals who are 18 or older; unemployed, and not eligible for EI. Job Options BC Courtenay offers a full range of services tailored to meet your individual needs, including: Classroom Training, Short Term Certificate Training, Work Experience and Job Placement. Call us at 250.338.9183 by December 15th to see if you are eligible!

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Detailed job postings can be viewed at

http://www.westernforest.com/building-value/our-people-employment/careers SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 71 (COMOX VALLEY)

International Student Program Part-time Homestay Cultural Coordinator 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 12:00 p.m. (noon) paciﬁc time on Monday, December 17th, 2012.

WFP offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to:

Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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People Who Get An Education Get Higher Paying Jobs! 96% of our 2012 Grads are Employed. Be Job Ready in Less Than One Year! Small class sizes Hands-on-training Travel Bursuries & Funding may be available

Health Care Assistant Be Job Ready in 38 weeks! Evenings & Weekends also available. Courses offered in Campbell RIver, Courtenay, Parksville, Nanaimo & Maple Ridge

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Coastal Community, a leader in financial services, is now hiring a temporary, full-time Commercial Account Manager. This position is based in Courtenay with an unknown expiry date. In addition to managing an assigned portfolio of accounts, the Commercial Account Manager is responsible for developing business and expanding relationships with existing members on Vancouver Island.

Ofﬁce Administration Be Job Ready in 30 weeks! Triple Certiﬁcation specializing in Accounting & Finance & Computerized Business Application Courses offered in Campbell RIver, Courtenay, Parksville & Nanaimo

Relevant education and a minimum 7 years commercial lending experience are required. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits package and the pleasure of working for a top 50 employer!

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If you have demonstrated experience in all aspects of Commercial Lending we invite you to submit your resume in confidence by 4:00pm, December 14th, 2012 to:

Courses offered in Campbell RIver, Courtenay, Parksville, Nanaimo & Maple Ridge

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& Media Art Design Earn 16 week Certiﬁcates or a 64 week Diploma!!

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Evening classes available. Course starts February in Nanaimo.

Courses offered in Campbell RIver, Courtenay, Parksville & Nanaimo

Community Support Worker Be Job Ready in 45 weeks! Earn 3 certiﬁcates in one diploma! Personal Support Worker, Community Mental Health Worker, Education Assistant. Courses offered in Campbell RIver, Courtenay, Parksville, Nanaimo & Maple Ridge

Dental Assistant Be Job Ready in 60 weeks! 2 1/2 day per week program Courses offered in Courtenay, Parksville & Nanaimo

Residential & Commercial Construction Be Job Ready in 12-48 weeks! 70% Hands-on training specializing in Forming/Framing, Renovations & Finishing. Course offered in Nanaimo.

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Coastal Community Credit Union Human Resources Department Fax: 250-716-2330 • Email: careers@cccu.ca Together, Let’s Do Great Things! Coastal thanks all applicants for their interest; however only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

HELP WANTED

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GARDENING

FUEL/FIREWOOD

APARTMENT/CONDOS

HOMES WANTED

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

SOUTH COUNTRY Feed and Supply is now accepting resumes for the position of Full time retail sales associate. Must have strong background in horse & Tack knowledge Drop off resume in person at South Country Feed and Supply, 2901 Moray Avenue, Courtenay.

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

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.

WOOD PELLET fuel for sale. Clean Burn & Okanagan. Animal bedding, shavings & pellets. We deliver! 250-757-9232

HANDYPERSONS

HOME CARE SUPPORT

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

COURTENAY: 1814 Grant Ave, Sat., Dec. 8, 9am-1pm. Christmas Sale. Dulcimer, Guitar, Keyboard & Omnichord. Plus new Christmas gifts. Jewelry, Christmas center pieces and some antiques. INDOOR GARAGE SALE4400 Marsden Rd. Moving to UK EVERYTHING MUST GO! 7am-noon Sun Dec16

VOLUNTEERS COMPASSIONATE VOLUNTEERS for women’s recovery house in Courtenay. 897-0360

PRIVATE HOME Care. Conﬁdential, reliable + medical training. Concierge/admin services. Free consultation 250204-1453 Email: yourplaceservices@gmail.com

WORK WANTED PLUMBER/HANDYMAN Tired, overworked, exhausted, hot water tank that needs to be retired? Ken 250-650-4838 for an awesome price.

PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY 250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certiﬁed. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca

ESCORTS ALL PRO Escorts & Strippers, 24-hour service. Visa/MasterCard. Always hiring. Fast friendly service.250-897-3332. www.allproescorts.com www.allprostrippers.com

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

ELECTRICAL

PETS

ELECTRICIAN. Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-792-2168. www.bzzzt.ca

FEED & HAY

GARDENING

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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.

FOR SALE BY OWNER 3 brdm home w/double garage. Lge level lot, suitable for development, fruit trees, lots of parking Peterson Rd area. $225,000. 250-504-0235.

MEDICAL SUPPLIES INVACARE FULL electric hospital bed with mattress. Only used 3 times, still under full warranty. Price new $1950 - sell 1/2 price $800. ﬁrm. Call (250)339-3440.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

LIGHTLY USED “Safety First” baby stroller $ 70. 250-3381242

Cedar split rails 8 & 10ft. $1.00 per ft. Firewood bundles $5.00. Exercise bike like new. $200. Antique piano $500 Cross bow $100. 250-9412764

FLY FISHING rod like new. $70. Framed Disney Lithograph $75/each. 250-9411605

103-1045 Cumberland Rd. Courtenay. 2 bdrm,1.5 ba. in quiet, well maintained building, ground ﬂoor entrance, wood ﬂoors. $126,500. 250-3381038/ 250-702-5598

Grace Quilting Frame, ﬁts machines 9”-12”.Steel construction. Crib - king size, comes w/all accesories. $1150 obo 250-923-2995.

UNDER $100

BROWN DANIER leather jacket. Extra large New. Pd $220 asking $150. 250-3344667

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HOBBIES & CRAFTS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

UNDER $200

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

GARAGE SALES

MEDICAL WALKER, mens, (Dolomite Legacy Lite), like new, $300 cash only please. Call (250)337-5491.

SHAPED SKIS, snow boards, boots $90. Call 250-339-4591

WE BUY HOUSES

7 yr old 3 bdrm, 3 bath + 600 sq.ft bonus area over dbl garage on 2 acres in Royston. Lg covered south facing decks, heat pump. 250-335-1259

CLEANING OUT sewing room! Singer featherweight -1948- $300. Bernina Nova 80’s- $100. Husqvarna 500 Computer $250. Husqvarna Megaquilter-$300. All in excellent condition and running well with manuals+ accessories. 250.757. 2350.

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COURTENAY 2 BDRM. 5 appl’s. N/S, N/P, new paint. $730.Avail now 250-871-0891

APARTMENT/CONDO

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.

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. A very special suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250-703-2264.

FREE 7 young 6 month old roosters. You pick-up. (250)338-4209.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualiﬁcations and information on how to apply to posting #100466.

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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.

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Comox Valley Campus

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2009 WILDWOOD 27RLSS with North West Winter Package, showroom condition! Very private fully serviced lot near ocean. Includes large slide, garden shed, modular skirting, large dog kennel and pet door. Call 250-286-3343, Asking $24,500.

HOUSES FOR SALE

OUTDOOR CARPET brown hardly used. 10x18 $125.00 call 250-338-1004

Instructor, Psychology

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

20 YRD loads. Clean 2x4 ends for Firewood, cheap. Please call 250-334-9559.

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave.

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ﬁrewood producer offers ﬁrewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite - spacious and modern. Excellent location in central Comox walking distance to everything. In suite storage. Extra large kitchen and dining area. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. A very well maintained and well managed building. Call Greg @ 250-3391222.

HELP WANTED

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave.

HELP WANTED

JOB OPPORTUNITY SHELLFISH FARM FOREMAN/TEAM LEADER Sawmill Bay Shellfish is a small family owned shellfish operation producing oysters, mussels and clams and selling direct to restaurants and retail outlets . Our business is based on reliable direct deliveries of high quality shellfish with customer satisfaction and quality a top priority. To take charge of our day to day farm operations we are in need of an individual with the following qualities :• Experienced with shellfish or other aquaculture production • Able to safely handle work boat with the necessary license and experience • Healthy, hard working, fit and reliable • Good team leader and able to motivate team members to perform in a safe and productive manner • Ambitious and wanting to commit to a long term career with advancement and possible share ownership The successful candidate will be responsible to the owners for the day to day running of the farm operations and will be based on Quadra island BC. An attractive salary, commensurate with the experience of the individual and a health care package and bonus scheme together with the possibility of eventual share ownership in the company . Help with relocation expenses would be available if necessary. Please apply giving details of experience, motivation and qualiﬁcations to sales@sawmillbay.ca References will be required from any selected candidates.

GOLD IN the hills. Custom built sluce boxes and portable wash trammels. Sizes from 32” L X 8” W to 59” L X 11.5” W. Also Foldable and easy to carry models. Models start at $99. Call (250)338-8060. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? SHIMPO POTTERS wheel, bats included, $600. Olympic klin model# 2327h, 23”wx27”d, new wiring, needs some new bricks, also included klin sitter dial, thermometer 1 full shelf, 8 1/2 shelves, posts and stilts, $700. Ohaus chipper beam scale, 2610 grams, $35. Open to reasonable offers. 1(250)2478152. (Gabriola Island). VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

SMALL ADS, BIG DEALS!

Mountain View. 750 Oribi Drive. 4 bdrm. 3 full bathrooms. 12 yrs old. Some renos. RV parking, 5 appls. 61” TV built in w/ 5.1 surround sound. Close to schools & shopping. $359,000. 250-2877607 or 250-287-0523. One brdrm house on 19th Ave. Large lot. 76x110. Fully fenced, garage & shop. Wood heater. Fridge, stove, W/D. Newly painted. RV parking. $180,000. 250-923-8975. SUBSTANTIALLY RENOVATED 12’x60’ Mobile home. Move in cndt. great Starter/In law accom. New roof, New gas furnace, 100amp services. W/D, F/S incld. This mobile has all papers required through MHR. Pre Christmas Special $15, 000 delivered price Comox Valley 250-7025699

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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. Also One Bedroom. Call John @ 250-7032264.

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. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

GREENBRIER 750 Eighth Street TWO BEDROOM corner suite - ensuite bath, five full sized appliances. Large, bright and spacious. Private deck. In suite storage. Freshly renovated. Three blocks from downtown. Security Entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

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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

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

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS 1252-9th St., Courtenay Spacious 3 bedroom suite in a quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required.

For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS 1015 Cumberland Rd

COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Friday, December 7, 2012

1055-10th Street 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

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.

BEECHER MANOR

RUTHERFORD MANOR

1045 Cumberland Road

1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

Call 250-334-9717

RYAN COURT 1450 Tunner Drive, Courtenay Clean and modern 1 bedroom available now. Cat okay with pet deposit. Lease required. Rent $625/month.

Call 250-338-7449

AFFORDABLE FAMILY housing Campbell river & Courtenay 2, 3, 4 bdrm units, w/d hook up, f/s, children a must, refs req’d. Call 250-923-4145 or 250-703-0357.

576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900 APARTMENT/CONDOS Comox 2 BDRM, rancher style duplex in quiet area. F/S, D/W,W/D, garage. Great place with large kitchen, bath & storage throughout home $1150 3 BDRM, rancher style upstairs duplex. 5 appls, laminate ﬂoors good area of Comox - $1200 COURTENAY

Apartments•Condos•Suites

3 BDRM,rancher duplex on Urquhart. Large open concept with F/S, W/D and laminate ﬂoors. N/S, N/P $950/mth

305-111 Edgett Rd 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 4 appls, $700/mth AVAIL. IMMED.

2 BDRM unit on Back Road. Open living/dining room with F/S, D/W, W/D. Lots of storage. N/S, N/P $800/mth

2325 B VALLEYVIEW DR. 1 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 Appliances, $900/mth AVAIL. DEC 1

HOMES FOR RENT

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

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COURTENAY: NEWER, spacious 3 bdrm duplex, 2.5 bath, 3 appl’s, garage, fenced yard, NS/NP, quiet in town neighborhood. Long term preferred. $1050/mo. Call 1-604-4852908, 250-203-4078.

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

CYPRESS ARMS 1255 9th Street, Courtenay Available deluxe 2 bedroom suite in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes full size stove, fridge, washer/ dryer, carpet and blinds. Nice feature: large open concept. No pets. 2 Rental references and Security Deposit required.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

ARDEN AREA: Cozy 3 bdrm mobile home on lovely lot. No through Rd. Gas F/P in living room, fenced garden, new laminate ﬂooring. $985. Also avail. “Posh” little 1.5 bdrm cabin, $675. N/S. Call (250)760-0189 or email: vintage_elan@hotmail.com

BIG ROCK BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT – Campbell River1109 South Island Hwy Avail Jan 1, 2012. 2 bdrms, walk onto the beach waterfront home. Enjoy storm watching, beach ﬁres and watching the cruise ships sail by. $1200/mo. Call (250)716-1764 References req’d Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC VAN 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Houses & Suites

7403 South Island Hwy. 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appl $1050/mth Avail.immed.

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca CLOSE TO DRIFTWOOD MALL 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher, 5- appls.,double garage, heat pump, RV pkg, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref, Avail Dec. 1- $1,200 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 $1,200/mth

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COURTENAY - for rent 3 bdrm house top ﬂoor $1075/mo. 250-890-1217

APARTMENT/CONDO

2286 Lambert Dr 3 bed, 2 bath, N/S, 2 appls. $1300/mth Avail. Immed. 289A NIM NIM 4 Bed, 2 Bath, N/S, N/P 5 appls., $1150/mth AVAIL. NOV 15 #40-2355 VALLEYVIEW DR. 3 bed 1.5 Bath N/S 5- appls $1100/mth AVAIL. DEC 1 7-147 STEWART ST 3 bed 1.5 bath N/S 5 appls., $1100/mth AVAIL. DEC. 1ST 1888 BATES ROAD 3 Bed, 2 bath, N/S, 5 appls. $1400/mth AVAIL. DEC1 ST

RECREATION w

CAPE LAZO RV

www.advancedpm.ca 250-338-2472

APARTMENTS / CONDOS / SUITES DRIFTWOOD CONDOS

1 bdrm suite, features ground level entry, includes F & S, onsite coin-op laundry, N/S, pets may be considered w/dep., $650/m, immed. possession available.

CHERRYWOOD MANOR

Spacious 1 & 2 bdrm suites, located on 3rd floor in secured entrance building, with recent renos & includes updated decks & windows, 2 appliances, & on site coin-op laundry & conveniently located near schools & on bus routes; N/S; N/P; rent from $600/ month includes FREE heat & hot water; immediate possession

TIDES Beautiful riverfront condo features 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 6 appl, electric fireplace, large patio, secured underground parking & storage!! Moments to Starbucks & shopping and numerous other doorstep amenities; Dec 1; $975/month

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; $750/month; for immediate possession

PLATEAU GARDENS

Spacious Comox townhome is ideally located near all amenities & features 3 bdrms, 1 full & 2 half baths, 4 appliances, storage, & private back yard area. New flooring on main level, & freshly painted throughout. Small pet may be considered w/deposit. Avail Dec 15, w/possibility of early possession. $1000/month

NOW OFFERING STRATA MANAGEMENT SERVICES

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

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

Call 338-7449

To View, Call 250-334-4483

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.

TOWNHOUSES

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Call 250-334-9717

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

HOMES FOR RENT

2677 KENDALL AVE 1 bed, 1 bath N/P, N/S 6 appliances, $900/mth AVAIL. IMMD

1560-13th Street, Courtenay

146 Back Road, Courtenay

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

101-129 BACK RD 2 bed, 2 bath N/S, N/P, 6 appliances $ 850/mth AVAIL. IMMED.

TORRY PINES

1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay

APARTMENT/CONDO

303-1912 COMOX AVE. 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 6 Appliances, $1200/mth AVAIL. IMMED

TOWNHOUSES

ST. BRELADES

RENTALS

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.

PINES APARTMENTS

PACIFIC COURT

RENTALS

LARGE 1 & 2 bdrms. Free heat. Elevator. Great location! From $625/mo. 250-334-4646. MOUNTAIN VIEW Manor- 125 Centennial Dr, Courtenay. 1 & 2 bdrms, secure entrance, ELEVATOR. 250-334-2800. OCEAN view studio, incl utilities, lndry, cable. $850. Perfect for single. Available NOW! 250-898-8702 ONE BEDROOM CONDO For RENT $850 CUSTOM DESIGN KITCHEN built in Wine Rack, NEW S/S APPLIANCES, NEW FLOORING No move in fee SORRY, NO PETS Please call 250-2020503 to set an appointment

250-334-9717

CONDOS

RENTALS

LARGE, newly renovated 1-bedroom main ﬂoor suite in quiet Comox home. Close to downtown, shared laundry, separate entrance, private yard and deck, lots of storage.$700/mo. References required. 780-604-5403

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.

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.

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CAMPGROUND UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP! Winter monthly rates available. Contact Dave or Shirley at 250-3393946, 685 Lazo Road, Comox, BC.

ROOMS FOR RENT

TRUMPETER’S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 1 bdrm & den, and 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, custom finishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed & Jan 1. rents from $900/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. $1100/mth WOODCOTE MEWS 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, n/s, small pet. neg. Avail. Immed. -$1,100/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, patio, res, pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov 1 $800/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, patio, new flooring res. pkg. N/S. cat ok. Avail Immed. $ 725/mth BRITTANIA PLACE 2 bdrm + denpatio home in Crown Isle, 2 baths, 6 appls, gas F/P, double garage, golf course view, adult oriented, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $1,300/mth. If rented by Dec. 15/2012- half of Dec. 2013 rent is free. WILLOW WOOD 2bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls,patio, two pkg. spaces, N/S, No pets. Avail Immed.- $725/mth MANOR PARK 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, 5 appls, F/P, laminate floors, partial views, n/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Dec 1- $1,100/mth last mth free with 1 year lease PUNTLEDGE TERRACE 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 4 appls, woodstove, newly renovated, N/S, No pets. Avail.Dec.,1 - $925/mth 2 LEVEL WEST CTNY DUPLEX, 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, 4 appls, carport, partially fenced yard, N/S, No pets, Avail Dec1 - $1000/mth PUNTLEDGE PARK DUPLEX, 2 bdrms, 2 bath, 5 appls, family rm, fenced yard, shed, N/S, No pets Avail Jan 1/13 - $925/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR, 1 bdrm, 1 bath, fridge & stove, coin laundry, patio, res. prg, N/S, No pets. Avail Jan /13 $600/mth KYOTO FRIENDLY BUILDING DOWNTOWN COURTENAY 2 bdrm, 2 bath apt. All Appliances + washer & dryer. Heated floors. Low utility bills. $1,200/mth ST. AUBINS COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, N/S, No pets. Avail. Jan 1- $750/mth

LAKE TRAIL Guesthouse rooms from $160 wkly $550 monthly. Call 250-338-1914

TRANSPORTATION

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

AUTO FINANCING

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

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

CARS

LOOKING FOR responsible individual for upstairs accommodation with two bedrooms and private bathroom. Partially furnished. Includes utilities. $650/mo. 250-713-4644

TOWNHOUSES 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.

2008 Pontiac G5 great shape 63,900k. Power windows, locks, air. $6,900 new set of snow tires incld. 250-792-2620

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TRANSPORTATION

CARS

TRUCKS & VANS

GOING

1995 DODGE Ram 2500 SLT reg cab long box, 5.9 gas, 4x4. A/C, P/W P/D, 177,000km. Air bags One owner.$6495. 250-338-0385

1997 Honda Civic hatch back . 149,000 km. 5-speed, mounted proﬁle tires with alloy wheels plus brand new snow tires. Very reliable runs great $3500. 250-703-1356

2009 VW Jetta Wagon 2.5L Excellent condition. Spice Red w/ grey interior. New snow tires included. 53,000 km (hwy) $17,900. 250-702-3523

MOTORCYCLES

2002 Dodge Ram 1500 loaded very nice $6800. 338-4184. 1983 Suzuki GS 1,054 km. Garage $2500. 250-338-4184

1999 Buick Century Limited Edition 3.1lt, ps,pw,ac, new goodyear all season radial tires, fully maint.$1650.00 obo 250-287-8570/250-923-1355 1999 HONDA Accord, automatic, fully loaded, leather interior, 6 disc CD player, sunroof, good condition, $5400. Call (250)923-7412.

SOMEWHERE?

2000 Dodge Dakota Quad cab 5.9L 164,000 km’s. 2- wheel Dr. Lots of new parts. Recent tune up. $5,600 OBO call 250871-7767 SLT 250450 kept

1977 IT-400 YAMAHA. Runs and drives great. Lots of power. Fresh piston. $800 ﬁrm. 250-287-1163. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

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2002 Venture Van (maroon) 220km, excellent shape, new tires, brakes, local service & Senior driven. $3900.00 Phone 250-923-5271

2003 FORD TAURUS. One owner. Loaded, 67,000km. $5,600. 250-287-0198 2004 LE2600 Sunseeker Sleeps 6. Good tires, walk round queen bed, lots of storage, slide out w/awning, dual thermal pane windows. N/S. Recent inspection. 3yr extended warr. 121,000 kms. $35,000 ﬁrm. 250-287-4625. 2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000km’s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $10,500. Call after 5pm or leave msg. 1 (250)754-0725

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

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

UTILITY TRAILERS 20’ CONTINENTAL Cargo Trailer, like new. Sell $5,500. Call (250)871-3934.

MARINE

DON’T FORGET

BOATS

2005 GRAND-AM, V-6, auto, 133,000km. White exterior/gray interior. One owner. Very clean, runs great. $4,200 obo. (250)616-7252

2006 MALIBU Maxx, 240 hp 3.9 liter, V6, 4 speed automatic. Manual shift control, 73,000 km. One owner. Call 250-2873401.

2001 Ford Explorer. 6 cylinder, 4 litre engine with 179,000 kms. Asking $6,000.00 Call 250-923-7979

2002-FORD EXPLORER XLS. Runs excellent. 157,000 kms. Reduced to sell $4,999 OBO. 250-287-2009. 2004 GREW BOWRIDER 17ft, Mercury 90 2-stroke motor, with trailer, low hours. Asking, $12,000. Mike 250-597-3389.

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ﬁrm. 250-755-5191. 2009 TOYOTA Venza 1-owner V6, AWD, Sunroof, 6 speed auto, crossover vehicle, lots of option. 40,000 Km. $26,900 250-890-0199

1973 25’ C&C Sloop. Glass hull & teak interior. 7 sails (4 never used). 2010 15 HP Nissan outboard, approx. 200 hrs. Must sell, leaving country. $8500. obo. Please call Heather at (250)914-1232 or email: gregearl53@gmail.com

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

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Comox Valley Worship Directory Church of Our Lord

BAHÁ’Í FAITH

Holy Communion 10:00 am each Sunday

Devotional gathering – with the theme “Charity,” December 10 at 7:15 p.m. All are welcome.

at Berwick, 1700 Comox Ave. Comox, BC All Welcome Tel: 250-941-0332

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

We Meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday

Sunday Worship and Children & Youth Program 10 am Saturday Service 5 pm Rev. Maggie Enwright Hearing Assistance

Val 250-338-7727 (office)

St. George’s

LUTHERAN

Doing

6th & Fitzgerald Ave.

Real Life

Courtenay

Seeking Real Change

“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

Becoming a People Prepared

Worship Services 10am Sundays Mark Isfeld School 1551 Lerwick Road, Courtenay

Nursery -Grade 7

Minister: Peggy Jensen

www.cvuf.ca 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

Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron

www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966

Real People

living hope

Full Wheelchair Access

www.centralchurchefc.com

250-334-4961

“A place for you: John 14:2

10 am Sunday Worship

CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH

Comox Community Baptist Church

“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things”

December 9th Second Sunday of Advent Theme: Peace.

10:00AM at Brooklyn Elementary School

Sunday Worship & Children’s Program 11 AM

1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox

Everyone Welcome

Rev. Julianne Kasmer, Minister

250-400-7800

www.resonatechurch.ca

250-338-5811 250-338

EE-Mail: Ma features@comoxvalleyrecord.com

250-703-1652

Pastor Rev. Peter Hudson Interim Pastor

Everyone Welcome. 1250 Anderton Road, Comox

250-339-0224

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.

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!

St. Peter Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925 NEW YEAR’S EVE NEW YEAR’S DAY

SATURDAY 5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY 8:00 am & 10:00 pm Worship www.stpeterscomox.ca

Christmas Eve

www.courtenaybaptist.com

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

Children’s Liturgy of the Word & Youth Group; September-May

11:00 am Traditional Service

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

Guest Speaker: Rev. Wally Fry

CONFESSION: Sat: 4 - 4:30 pm & before all masses

9:15 am Contemporary Service

Everyone Welcome!

Service 10:30am

LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 A.M.

JOIN US IN WORSHIP

4:30 pm & 7:00 pm

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.

Canadian Baptists of Western Canada

COURTENAY FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

Service

467 - 4th Street (just east of Fitzgerald)

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

2201 Robert Lang Drive

PASTORS: Peter Rabey & Randy Dyck SUNDAY

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

WEEKEND LITURGIES

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Nursery Care & Jr. Church @ 9:15 amSATURDAY

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

1599 Tunner Drive, COURTENAY 250-334-4716

Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry”

250-334-8424

Nursery - Kid Jam Youth Group

CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH

We’ve Got Some Space For You!

(Old Fish and Game Building)

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

RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH

Eve Mark, Choir Director 250-338-4785

Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry

COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN

Pastor A. Ronald Sedo

Followed by a Potluck Lunch

Congregational Christian Churches of Canada

Independent - Fundamental

Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)

stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca www.stgeorgesunitedchurch.com

Discover the special names of Jesus.

~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~

PRESBYTERIAN

250.334.9777 livinghope@shaw.ca www.livinghopeonline.ca

1st Street & Penrith

Bay Community Church

Faith Family

@ 10:30 am

of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning

250 BEACH AVENUE

Email: cxunited@telus.net

Join us this Sunday

Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre

COMOX UNITED

“Charity is pleasing and praiseworthy in the sight of God…” Bahá’u’lláh www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041gh250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org

Community Church

WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

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www.coolcomox.ca Anglican Church in North America

Comox Valley

Need to Spread the Word? Word?

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

Sun. Holy Eucharist 8:30 am & 10 am Sunday School 10 am Wednesday Holy Eucharist 10 am

Dec 24 Christmas Pageant 4pm Dec 25 Holy Eucharist 10am

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TOGETHER BUILDING A BETTER, STRONGER COMMUNITY

Salvation Army collecting in kettles, preparing hampers During the holiday season, the Comox Valley Salvation Army works extra hard to help those in need, but it needs help, too — from community volunteers. Renee Andor Record Staff

The annual Kettle Campaign is a very important fundraiser that enables the Salvation Army to offer the wide range of services it does in the Valley, according to Darryl Burry, pastor at the Salvation Army’s Comox Valley Community Church. “The Kettle Campaign is off to a good start,” says Burry, adding all funds raised in the Comox Valley stay here to help locally. “Our goal this year is to raise $110,000 through the kettles here in the Valley and we are always needing more volunteers. “We have a great team of people who have worked with us, volunteered over a number of years — many have come back — but we’re always looking for more individuals who are looking to stand on a kettle for as little as two hours to, possibly, a full day.” Kettles are located outside various businesses around the community, such as the malls in Courtenay and Comox, Walmart, Costco, Superstore, both Quality Foods locations and both Thrifty Foods locations. Burry notes the need for volunteers is a bit greater this year as there’s a couple of new locations, like the new Thrifty Foods, but having more bellringer volunteers in general also means more funds. Anyone who would like to volunteer to help with kettles can call the Salvation Army’s Christmas line at 250-3386200 and leave a message for the kettle co-ordinator. Meanwhile, there’s other ways to donate to the Kettle Campaign; iKettle is in its second year in the Comox Valley. The iKettle system allows people to donate online at www.fillthekettle. com, which also has a link on the Comox Valley Salvation Army’s website at www. cvsalarmy.ca. Like the traditional kettles, this money stays in the Val-

ley. Businesses can also set up iKettles on their own websites so their clients can donate through the system. “We’re hoping that we will see an increase in donations that way,” says Burry of the iKettle system, adding many people choose to make donations in person as well, which is possible via cash, cheque, debit or credit at any of the

We do what we do ❝ because we love God and we love people. We want to make sure that during, especially the Christmas season, we’re able to provide the love of Jesus to this community and we’re so grateful for those opportunities.

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Darryl Burry Salvation Army thrift stores here or at the Community Church (1580 Fitzgerald Ave. in Courtenay). Last year’s Kettle Campaign goal was $100,000 in the Valley and a whopping $117,000 was raised, however, Burry points out there’s more need, too. “Every single year we see the needs of individuals in the Valley continue to rise,” he says. “We’re seeing individuals coming each and every day through our family services office, many of whom, it’s a two-parent household, they’re both working and they simply can’t —

they have to choose whether or not they’re going to pay their bills or put food on the table. “These are decisions that families are wrestling with each and every day, and so every single dollar that we raise through our Christmas campaign goes to support the work that we do here in the community.” One part of that work is the Salvation Army’s Christmas Hamper program. The deadline to register has passed. Although the timeline got tight to find space to run the program out of this year, a site was secured at the old Kia dealership at 150 Mansfield Dr. in Courtenay. Burry notes many people don’t register at the first chance for many reasons, including that they may not have thought they needed one earlier in November, but he points out organizers need to know how many hampers they need to make so they aren’t short on supplies later in December. “We really recommend and strongly encourage people to register in advance, and Wednesday is the day they really need to come and register on,” he says. “We recognize there are legitimate concerns where people thought, ‘You know what, I think I can do it’ and then middle of December rolls around, (and they) realize ‘I need some help.’ “And so we want to make sure those individuals receive help but it just makes it harder in the sense of insuring we have the supplies on hand that we need for the season.” Volunteers are also needed to help put the hampers together in December and Burry notes business and group hamper sponsorship is important, too. For more information or to volunteer, call the Christmas line at 250-338-6200. The Salvation Army has been in the Comox Valley since 1964. It offers services

like emergency food assistance, referrals to addiction and rehabilitation services, pro bono legal services, parenting programs, a Tuesday hot lunch program, pastoral counselling, summer camp programs for children and an emergency homeless shelter (Pidcock House Emergency Shelter). “We do what we do because we love God and we love people,” says Burry. “We want to make sure that during, especially the Christmas season, we’re able to provide the love of Jesus to this community and we’re so grateful for those opportunities.”

SALVATION ARMY PASTOR Darryl Burry (top) works to help those in need in the Comox Valley. Don Urquhart, who has been blind since birth, volunteers as a bellringer for the Salvation Army’s Kettle Campaign. PHOTOS BY RENEE ANDOR

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