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Coast Realty busy creating hampers Scott Stanfield Record Staff
SECRET SANTA BACK Linden Loughridge of First Insurance displays one of the many tags used in the Secret Santa campaign. Tags with names of needy children go on trees around the Comox Valley. People take tags and buy gifts to make Christmas for children a little brighter. PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK
Are you all lit up? Have you got an impressive Christmas lightup display at your home, business or some other location? Would you like people to come by and gawk? If so, please e-mail Mark Allan at editor@ comoxvalleyrecord. com. We already know about Filberg Park and Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens, but we also know there are more impressive displays out there. The Record will print a list so Comox Valleyites (Valleyans?) who love a festive display of
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Christmas,’” program co-ordinator Rob Phillips said. “I think people enjoy doing it.” Coast Realty started the Sharing the Christmas Spirit Hamper Program in 1998. They took over from founder Tucky Schellinck, who started the program at her home. “We’re carrying the torch on her behalf,” Phillips said. “We took it over and turned it into a Christmas phenomenon. Every year we keep getting tweaked better and better. Of course, we rely on the generosity and support of many private and corporate
individuals.” Coast Realty filled about 70 hampers in its first year. Last year, volunteers filled 623 hampers. As of Friday, they had about 575 hampers. “It would be good to know that the demand is down, but that’s not strictly true
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Coast Realty Group is once again operating its Christmas Hamper Program to ensure needy families have something to celebrate come Dec. 25. Hamper items include non-perishable food, toiletries, dinner fixings and gifts that help create personalized packages. Comox Centre Mall has again donated a 4,000 square-foot space known as the ‘warehouse,’ being used for the third straight year to organize hampers. Come delivery day Dec. 22, the program puts a call to the community to deliver hampers. “It’s a feel-good experience to go out and knock on the door of that needy person and say, ‘Here’s your hamper. Have a Merry
About 270 hampers are being put together by 23 schools. “They’re a huge part of this,” said Phillips, who thanks the “army of volunteers,” especially Ken and Fay Jones, who run the warehouse. All types of donations are accepted, though the program prefers not to receive used toys or clothing. For information, phone the Hamper Hotline at 250-8973999 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
because we’ve had to say no,” Phillips said. “We’d like to support as many hampers as possible but we need the sponsors before we can open up the lines again. If more sponsors stepped up to the plate, we can increase those numbers. “We still have about 23 unsponsored families,” he added. “When that number drops we might open up the lines again, but right now our phone lines are closed. Being nonprofit, we don’t have bags of money.”
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According to a poll conducted by unions representing Coast Guard workers, 79 per cent of 648 voters in the riding of Vancouver Island North MP John Duncan oppose the planned closure of the traffic services centre in Comox, as well as those in Vancouver and Tofino. Furthermore, 76 per cent of those polled by Strategic Communications say Duncan’s support for the closures makes them less likely to vote for him and the Conservatives in the next election, says a press release from the Union of Canadian Transportation Employees, Canadian Auto Workers Local 2182, the BC Federation of Labour and the Public Service Alliance of Canada-BC. Opposition to the closures includes 73 per cent of voters who supported Duncan in the 2011 fed-
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eral election. Duncan said government has made “unprecedented investments in the protection of Canadians at sea.” Over the past six years, it has invested close to $1.4 billion in the Coast Guard fleet. “As a part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan 2010, our government invested $175 million in the Canadian Coast Guard to procure 68 new small vessels, 30 environmental barges, and to undertake major repair work on 40 of its largest
vessels,” Duncan said in a statement. “I want to assure you that decisions made by our government based on recommendations from experts at the Canadian Coast Guard are designed to protect the lives and livelihoods of Canadians. “The Coast Guard will continue to use the same network of ships and responders on the Island to keep mariners safe in an emergency situation, and the ongoing renewal of Coast Guard resources will make Vancouver Island a safer place to be on the water. The Island will continue to be served by the same network of search and rescue lifeboats, and two helicopters.” The automated telephone poll surveyed voters in Vancouver Island North from Oct. 26 to 28, with a margin of error of +/- 3.8 per cent, 19 times out of 20. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com
Robocalls issue in court Representative for MP cites left wing group’s political activism Record Staff The Federal Court has allowed last-minute evidence containing complaints of fraudulent telephone calls in 56 electoral districts during the 2011 federal election. The complaints will be filed as possible evidence in a bid by voters in six ridings to have those results overturned. Vancouver Island North, represented by Conservative MP John Duncan,
is among the six ridings being contested. The evidence, consisting of sworn court affidavits from two Elections Canada investigators who probed complaints following a nationwide controversy over alleged voter-suppression tactics last February, were filed in Federal Court on Friday. Affidavits consist of information sworn out by investigators to obtain telephone call records from voters who reported robocalls or live telephone calls attempting to mislead them about the location of their polling stations during the election.
“It is increasingly apparent that this is a political activist campaign masquerading as a lawsuit — a left-wing group is seeking to overturn democratic elections because it doesn’t like how people voted,” said Jan O’Driscoll, a spokesman for Duncan. The Federal Court case was to begin Monday. Eight voters, with legal costs supported by the Council of Canadians, challenged election results for their ridings. Elections Canada appealed to the public last spring following a news report about alleged fraud in Guelph, Ont. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com
DEAD WOMEN REMEMBERED Anne Davis of the Comox Valley Transition Society places shoes in front of the Comox Valley Art Galley. The shoes displayed Saturday had a note tucked inside with information about a woman murdered as a result of male violence against women. The display is in its sixth year. PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK
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Judge pondering three options for death row dogs Decision set to be announced Jan. 16 in Courtenay Erin Haluschak Record Staff
A last-minute option was presented in court Thursday, giving a Courtenay judge three choices for the fate of two Newfoundland dogs following an application to destroy them brought forth by the Comox Valley Regional District. Black Creek couple Edith and Jacques Manseau’s two dogs — Chum and Champ — are being held at the Comox Valley SPCA following seizure spurred from a Jan. 5 complaint of a vicious dog attack. The three-day hearing, which began in March, heard from various witnesses, including neighbours, former tenants and the regional district’s animal control officer. Although a decision was scheduled for Dec. 6, lawyers met prior to the court appearance. Troy DeSouza, lawyer for the CVRD explained provincial court Judge R. Sutton could find the dogs not dangerous and could be returned to Jacques Manseau (his wife Edith Manseau passed away in late October); it could find the dogs dangerous and they be euthanized, or they could be found dangerous and court could provide a conditional order that provides the dogs to continue to live with any requirements the court might add. DeSouza called Elizabeth Frost of the B.C. Chapter of the Newfoundland Dog Club of Canada to testify, who told court her role is to “make sure the outcome is most appropriate for the dogs.” Frost said she has been in contact and met with the original Saskachewan-based breeder — Heidi Ball of Prairie Home Kennels — who has offered to take both dogs back Quality Clothing Affordable Prices Winter Clothing
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and the club would pay for the transfer and associated costs. Eric Chesterley, lawyer for Jacques Manseau, asked Frost in cross-examination what might happen if the placement didn’t work. “There’s always an option to bring the dogs back to the club for rescue,” she replied. Comox resident John White, who kept the dogs at his home with his wife for Jacques during a temporary release prior to surrendering them back to the SPCA Dec. 5, explained to court he would be a suitable alternative to sending the dogs out of province. “I’ve had them at
my property over a month, had them for walks and had visitors brought their kids over. Edith made them into house pets; the worse they can do is lick you to death,” he said. Derald Lewis, the CVRD’s manager of bylaw compliance, told court he believes the White’s Comox home is not suitable for the long term, and “(is) too small of a property. The garden area is really torn up, and it needs to be a larger area for these two dogs.” Upon further questioning, he explained in addition to a larger property, he has concerns about White’s age (77). “Mr. White is of that
age where it would be very hard for him to look after two large dogs,” he added. Outside the courthouse, Martyn Thomas, neighbour and owner of the Jack Russell terrier the CVRD claims was dragged through a wire fence by the dogs, said the best option for the dogs would be to return to their breeder. “She’s got intimate knowledge of these dogs. She’s got the property there ... I think that would be perfect,” he said. “The dogs aren’t on death row anymore I think, which is OK, but they’re not going to be coming back to Constitution Road ... or any other road.” DeSouza said the newest option allows the CVRD to balance public safety with allowing the dogs to live. “Since the passing of Mrs. Manseau, there’s been a really concerted attempt by the Regional District to find some common ground that the parties can essentially remember what this is all about: public safety and seeing if there’s a possibility of the dogs to be rehomed,” he added. DeSouza noted while the dogs are currently being held at the SPCA, he will have discussions with counsel on the other side, “and we’ll work out something that we think will be responsible in terms of both protecting the public and allowing a little bit of leeway and freedom
for the dogs over the Christmas holidays.” Surrounded by supporters Thursday, Jacques Manseau said he would like the dogs returned to White. “They love each other, they’ve spent all their lives together,” he added. White noted he believes Chum would be used for breeding if returned to Saskatchewan, and that he has sufficient space at his Comox home. “I found that unfortunate because the kennels at the SPCA were plenty large for nine months and they didn’t consider anything about that. The dogs were suffering muscle loss in their back legs and they
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Crossley awards announced Record Staff The inaugural Ray Crossley Town of Comox Youth Achievement Awards were presented by Comox council last week, with six individuals recognized for their accomplishments within the community. The awards were created by Coun. Hugh MacKinnon to honour
FOR 25 YEARS, Santa’s Barn at Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens has been a favourite stop for Comox Valley families. FILE PHOTO
Santa’s Barn is the mother lode Renee Andor Record Staff
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Santa’s Barn at Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens, which proves to be a family favourite year after year. “It’s very popular — people come once, they come back,” says Woodland Gardens’ Bryan Zimmerman of visits with Santa inside the barn. “I mean I’ve had people now that were kids when their parents brought them — now they’re bringing their kids. “It’s very unique, it’s very natural, and when they step into the barn they figure they’ve hit the mother lode, you know, this is the real thing; it’s a whole lot different than a mall or anything like that.”
Visits with Santa are by donation and attendees are encouraged to bring their own camera to take photos with Santa. Santa visits the barn on Dec. 15, 16, 22 and 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Woodland Gardens is located about a 15-minute drive north of Courtenay. While visits with Santa are exciting for the kids, strolling though Zimmerman’s gardens when they’re lit up with what seems like millions of twinkling lights appeals to all ages. Zimmerman adds more lights and changes how he hangs them each year; lights hang from trees, bushes and water features along
the wooded pathways in part of his 24 acres of forested land. Zimmerman — who is 73 and prepares the gardens all by himself, by hand — says it takes him about six weeks to decorate the property for its Christmas events because of the amount of work involved. For example, last year Zimmerman created an 18-foot inukshuk made out of about 1,700 horseshoes. Zimmerman notes the effort is starting to tire him out a bit, but when asked why he continues to do it each year, he thinks a few moments before answering: “Just to see the reaction from people
is unreal — probably that’s the fuel that keeps me going.” To add to the holiday feel, the Cantiamo Chamber Ensemble will sing carols at the gardens Dec. 16, 21, 22 and 23 at 7 p.m. A bonfire burns on the weekends and refreshments like hot chocolate, mulled cider and hot dogs are available. The garden lights and Santa’s Barn are open every night from 5 to 9 p.m. until Jan. 1. Admission is $8. Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens is at 6183 Whittaker Rd. For more information, visit www.woodlandgardens.ca. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com
The Comox Valley RCMP responded to two incidents related to the Comox Bay Marina in Comox on Dec. 6. Sometime in the early hours of Thursday, two boats were broken into, damaging the vessels. Once inside, the culprits stole numerous flares and a flare gun. The RCMP also responded to a call of mischief just before 5 a.m. Two suspects were reported to be setting off flares near vehicles and trees in the 2300 block of Comox Avenue as they walked towards Courtenay. It is believed these incidents are most likely connected. This investigation is continuing. Should you have any information on these crimes, call the Comox Valley RCMP at 250-338-1321. — Comox Valley RCMP
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Lewis, Osler Shield winner from Highland Secondary; and Martin Reader, Olympic beach volleyball player; were honoured with a framed certificate and town pin. Matt Leduc, a national ski cross team member, will be presented with an award in January.
Flares light up Comox
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the former three-term councillor who passed away more than two years ago. Carly Brenneman, a world-ranked snowboarder; Trent Freeman, music award winner; Darcy Sharpe, national snowboard slope-style team member; Cassie Sharpe, Canadian freestyle half-pipe national team member; Noah
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GABS BICYCLE SADDLE
Village asked to lower speed limit Kendal Avenue residents want lower speed limit on other streets Scott Stanfield Record Staff
Kendal Avenue residents in Cumberland have asked council to consider lowering the speed limit from 50 km/h to at least 40 km/h on all residential streets in the village — as has been done in their neighbourhood. Council responded to a plea to lower the posted speed around Kendal to 30 km/h, which “gives drivers more time to react to the unexpected,” Debbie Bowman states in a letter. In addition to residential street safety, Bowman and company feel a lower speed limit would enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety on arterial, or major, roads. The group asked council to consider lowering speed limits to 30 km/h on residential and 40 km/h on arterial roads. Another option is
a “blanket speed limit” of 30 km/h on all roads with a sign at the village entrance. Council referred the request to strategic planning. ••• Council received a 2012-2016 financial plan for the Regional Growth Strategy that includes about $182,000 for a five-year review of the document, to be split among electoral areas and Valley municipalities. Cumberland’s share of $3,038 for 2012 and 2013 would increase to $3,332 for each year from 2014-2017. Courtenay’s share would exceed $28,000 for the first two years and $31,000 for the ensuing four years. Coun. Roger Kishi supports allocating resources to the RGS process, which looks at sustainable growth in Valley communities. He questions why Courtenay is against spending money on a review. “It makes no sense at all,” Kishi said Tuesday. Coun. Conner Copeman, noting cost increases over the fiveyear period, asked for
a second look and to weigh both sides. ••• Council directed staff to develop a policy for publicly created gardens on Village-owned land. The policy is to include a fee schedule and lease. Individuals have requested the use of a piece of land on Willard Avenue to develop a small vegetable and flower garden that would be managed by neighbourhood residents. Copeman thinks an administration fee is not necessary. Coun. Kate Greening, who stepped in as acting mayor, likes the idea of a lease, which would formalize the process, and would include an administration fee and damage deposit. ••• Council approved a Kishi motion to move forward with an organics composting pilot project that incorporates a co-mingling waste option. Council had previously approved a request from the regional district to partner in a project to compost kitchen organics, beginning March
25. Collection could be done with new plastic containers or existing garbage cans. If the latter are used, comingled organic/yard waste would be collected every week. The district has applied for a $160,000 grant from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. The amount available for containers is about $11 per household. Cumberland’s total would be $14,300. However, each container costs about $29, resulting in an $18 shortfall per household. ••• Council adopted bylaws for water and sanitary sewer rates. This year’s residential water rate of $174 will increase to $187 per unit next year. Sewer jumps from $259 to $281. Utilities are due
Christmas
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April 2. ••• The Official Community Plan will be discussed at a committee of the whole meeting 5:30 p.m. Monday in council chambers.
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The Filberg Lodge is transformed at Christmas time into a cozy, pinescented wonderland. Visit the Comox landmark Dec. 15 for a special guest — Santa! Mrs. Claus has assured organizers that Santa is available to take time out of his busy schedule for pictures with the kids (and big kids
at heart). In addition to Santa, the Evergreen Choristers will entertain with carols and there will be a reading of a favourite seasonal book. Santa’s helpers are accepting donations to the Comox Valley Food Bank in the form of canned goods or cash. Circle Dec. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. on your calendar for a festive, kidfriendly activity. For more information, call 250-339-2715 or visit www. filberg.com. — Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Society
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Blue Christmas this Saturday Adith Chambers Contributor
There is no charge for this event, and donations are not being requested. Shortly after the service, the memorial tree will be moved to the third floor chapel in the 1938 Wing Building at St. Joseph’s General Hospital (situated alongside the Comox Valley Hospice Society
offices and library). If you miss the Blue Christmas service and wish to add a name tag to celebrate the life of a departed loved one, you are welcome to do so. It may be a chance to sit in quiet reflection in a peaceful place with your memories. The Celebrate a Life/ Blue Christmas is this
Saturday at 1 p.m. Comox United Church is at 250 Beach Dr. For more information or for support before, during and after the holidays, contact the Comox Valley Hospice Society at 250-339-5533 or www. comoxhospice.com. — Comox Valley Hospice Society
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How do we get all those hams and turkeys into the balloons? Come and find out this Friday at the Elks Club Christmas balloon pop. Try your luck for a buck a pop. The fun starts at 7 p.m. along with the regular Friday night meat draw. Each Friday night, a $2 meal is available, so patrons can still afford to purchase tickets for a chance to win one of 28 meat packs, strip loins, mega pack and 50/50 draw. All proceeds go to local children’s charity. The Elks Club is at 231 Sixth St. in Courtenay. For details, phone 250-334-2512. — Elks Club
JACQUIE NEAVE HANGS a memorial tag on the Celebrate a Life Tree in memory of her late husband Len. PICTURE BY JAMES PEACOCK
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Many of us are mourning the loss of a loved one, and many of us are not feeling festive and jolly this December. If this is you or someone you love, please consider joining with like-minded souls Dec. 15 at 1 p.m. for the Celebrate a Life, Blue Christmas gathering. This service is a sharing of readings, musical offerings, and prayers if you so wish, with a non-denominational tone. People of any or no faith are welcome. There will be opportunities to remember a loved one who has died with the lighting of a candle, the hanging of a memorial tag on the Christmas tree, and the writing of a few words in a special memorial book. You are invited to sit quietly in a peaceful and supportive space without participating in any of the rituals, if you so wish. The Comox Valley Hospice Society and St. Joseph’s Pastoral Care are once again collaborating with Comox United Church to create a loving and comforting experience for those who will find Christmas a challenging time this year. Following the service, which is usually about an hour in length, there will be refreshments and an opportunity to talk with others. Hospice staff and volunteers will be available if you need a listening ear.
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Felines waiting to get into Comox Valley‘forever homes’ Donations of litter and food are desperately needed More than 90 cats and kittens are still waiting in Kitty Cat PALS foster homes for a human companion that can give them a forever home. Over the past two weeks, 29 kittens have been rescued and more are waiting to be taken in as soon as foster or permanent homes are found.
Most of these kittens and cats were born in the wild or left to fend for themselves by unscrupulous people. They were caught, socialized and given the care and love they all deserve while waiting for a forever home. In the spirit of the season, Kitty Cat PALS is offering a Winter Special to encourage individuals and families to adopt one of these furry friends. Adoption certificates are also available to those that want to take advantage of this spe-
cial offer, but want to wait until after Christmas. The adoption fee of $50 for a cat and $125 for kittens under six months of age will include the cost of the spay or neuter, first vaccine, flea and worm treatment, Feleuk/FIV testing and an initial health exam at one of the local veterinarians. Cats and kittens can be seen at Bosley’s in Comox and Woofy’s on Cliffe Avenue in Courtenay. Additional adoption clinics are held every Saturday from 1
to 4 p.m. at both locations. In addition, food and litter are desper-
ately needed, as the influx of kittens has left the shelves empty.
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or e-mail to kittycatpals@gmail.com. — Kitty Cat PALS
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Fresh Pork Back Ribs
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Estuary defence honoured Project Watershed’s Keeping It Living Award was presented to the Courtenay and District Fish and Game Protective Association on Dec. 3. The award, an original painting of the K’ómoks Estuary by noted local artist Bev Byerley, is presented annually to an organization in the Comox Valley in recognition of environmental leadership provided in protecting and restoring the estuary. The Courtenay and District Fish and Game Association has been chosen in recognition of its contribution in protecting and restoring vital habitat in the Comox Valley. The association is further recognized for contributions made to Project Watershed — supporting fundraising efforts and providing a venue for streamkeeper and wetlandkeeper courses. Project Watershed especially highlighted the contributions of Ron Watanabe, first vice-president, and Larry Peterson, chair of the conservation committee, of the association. Both men have been committed and active members of the Estuary Working Group, a subcommittee of Project Watershed, created in 2009 to restore and protect the estuary. Ron and Larry also serve as members of a Steering Committee formed by the Regional District to revise an Estuary Management Plan. The plan, initially prepared in 2000 by Fisheries and Oceans Canada, was never acted upon. The revised plan is currently awaiting the approval of local governments. Previous recipients of the Keeping It Living Award include the Comox Valley Regional District and the City of Courtenay. — Project Watershed
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Teens learn so much about natural world The Youth and Ecological Restoration program takes youth out to work with local conservation and enhancement groups to learn about working with people who are helping the environment. They are all required to do a presentation for a community group on completion of the program. One youth’s presentation was for St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Transitional Care Unit. Here are 13-year-old Daniel Perry’s presentation notes: “I kinda figured that by doing this program I could get away from school for 20 hours. It was going up creeks, teaching me about salmon, trying on chest waders and learning about owls and other birds. I want to learn about nature and how the creeks work. “The first thing we did was go to Millard Creek and check the fish for eggs and did a lot of talking about fish habitat. Then we put on chest waders and walked up Morrison Creek. It was cool because I got to see oyster mushrooms on the way up. “We walked up Morrison Creek to check on the water levels and to check if there was coho salmon. No coho salmon were in the creek. “We went to Merville to see the sick and injured birds at Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS). I saw a couple of barred
they’re spawning up the rivers and creeks in our community. It benefits me and the community because it is teaching me about nature and job skills. By working together with people and nature, we can accomplish so many things.” — Youth and Ecological Restoration
pretty and very fluffy, especially the great horned owl. He was quite the eavesdropper. When I would go around his cage to rake up more leaves he would try and look around the corner to find me. “I liked the program because it taught me about how to handle the coho salmon when
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To properly teach kids about money – start early Kids today gain levels of sophistication and tech savviness at earlier ages than ever before. But this is a complex world and, more than ever, parents have a key role in making sure their children are equipped to deal with every complexity — and developing strong money management skills should be among the most important for helping your kids achieve their life goals, lead a better life and help others. New research reveals that Canadian parents are very proactive when it comes to teaching their children about personal finance — with 82 per cent of parents frequently or sometimes having conversations with their kids about good money habits. It’s important to start dollars and sense talks early so here are some age-related tips to get you going. • 6-12 years. Start with a ‘fun’ bank they can fill with coins; eventually graduate to a ‘real’ bank account and an allowance tied to certain tasks to learn responsibility. A fixed amount allowance is best because it teaches that there are serious choices to be made about spending and saving. Deposit at least 10 per cent of their allowance in a bank account and explain how interest makes their money grow. Board games like Monopoly and interactive websites such as the Canadian Foundation for Economic Education are also great money education tools. • 12-16 years. Develop a simple budget that includes keeping tax receipts and statements to keep track of their money. A charitable giving component will show them how their money can have a positive impact on the community. Give an allowance ‘bonus’ for special work with the requirement that the extra money must be invested. Introduce the concepts of ‘compounding’ and tax-saving through such long-term investments as a RRSP eligible investment. • 16-18 years. Have each child file a tax return as soon as they have a job that results in a T4. It’ll give them a more personal view of taxes and build up future contribution
RRSP room. Co-sign for a low-limit credit card and carefully monitor its use. Stress the importance of making monthly credit card payments to maintain a good credit
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Clean LNG can still be done VICTORIA — On Friday, as the federal government was giving the green light to a Malaysian investment of billions more into northern B.C.’s liquefied natural gas megaproject, Coastal First Nations chiefs held their quarterly board meeting in Vancouver. These are now the most powerful aboriginal leaders in North America, bankrolled by U.S. environmental groups and their wealthy charity foundation backers as guardians of the Great Bear Rainforest. A major topic was the Haisla Nation, the Kitimat partner that abruptly quit its voluntary association with the Haida, Gitga’at and other communities over its plans to develop LNG exports. This discord comes at a bad time. Premier Christy Clark has bet heavily on LNG, not just for her government’s future, but the industrial and economic direction of the province for decades to come. Initial press reports
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FLETCHER were misleading. One had it that Haisla Chief Councillor Ellis Ross, the B.C. government’s key ally on LNG, was “buddying up” with the Harper government on the Enbridge oil pipeline proposed to go to Kitimat, in the heart of Coastal First Nations territory. Not so. Both Ross and Coastal First Nations executive director Art Sterritt confirmed to me that they remain solidly against the Enbridge proposal. The disagreement is over how to power the processing of LNG, which the Haisla are pioneering with provincial assistance. Sterritt said the Haisla and the rest of the group were in agreement until a few weeks ago. The plan was to follow Clark’s solemn vow to make B.C. LNG the “greenest” in the world.
All parties acknowledge that some of B.C.’s shale gas will have to be burned to process and ship LNG to Asia. The initial idea was that one or two natural gas-fired power plants would be built, eventually backing up wind, small hydro and other renewable supplies. BC Hydro has 600 megawatts available from its dams, which would require new transmission capacity up to Kitimat to help run the first two LNG plants proposed in partnership with the Haisla. Then the play got bigger. The B.C. government transferred Crown land on Douglas Channel to the Haisla for an LNG project planned by Shell, PetroChina and Korea Gas. And Sterritt said he started getting signals from Victoria that the industry doesn’t want to buy power from outside producers to drive LNG cooling and compression. Instead they wanted to power it directly with gas, using equipment called “mechanical drives” rather than
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The Mark Isfeld Interact Club and Comox Valley Record have teamed up once again for an awareness project in our community. This past month Interact students have been busy, approaching local businesses and asking them to support an Anti-Drinking and Driving Campaign. A counterattack impaired driving feature with ads from local businesses will be published in the holiday season. Another project the Interact club supported recently was Free the Children’s We Scare Hunger. Members went door to door on Halloween night, seeking food
donations rather than candy. It was a successful project with many boxes of food being sent off to the Comox Valley Food bank. Thank you to all who have helped with our recent projects. From local businesses to our local neighbours, we appreciate your support. The Isfeld club is also appreciative for the hard work of our November Interact member of the month. Kaitlyn Fortier has shown a great deal of effort and reliability. At volunteer events, she willingly works with a smile on her face, and doesn’t leave until the job is done. Thank you
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electrical drives. In a letter to Haisla members explaining why he quit the Coastal First Nations, Ross said he was insulted by Sterritt’s comments that the Haisla were choosing “the dirtiest way possible” to ship LNG. Ross noted that emissions would be about the same if gas is burned in the LNG plant or in a power plant nearby. That’s true, but Sterritt points out a critical difference. If LNG producers are allowed to use single-purpose mechanical drives, no renewable energy can ever be added. And as more LNG producers rush into B.C., reserves that would have lasted 75 to 100 years could be depleted in 30. And when the gas is gone? “These big, hulking plants that are going to be in Kitimat are just going to be sitting there, rotting,” Sterritt said. “It happens all over the world.” B.C.’s clean energy plan envisions extending the BC Hydro grid, developing run-of-river and wind farms such as the big offshore proposal off Haida Gwaii, and ultimately a future beyond oil and gas. Now, in their rush to develop LNG, Clark and Energy Minister Rich Coleman seem poised to abandon that strategy. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Pentlatch Seafoods recognized for achievement Pentlatch Seafoods in Courtenay was recognized for outstanding achievement at the fourth annual B.C. Aboriginal Business Awards, announced by Premier Christy Clark and Keith Mitchell, chair of the BC Achievement Foundation. Honorees were celebrated at a gala ceremony Nov. 26 in Vancouver. “The British Columbia Aboriginal Business Awards showcase the continuing positive impact Aboriginal business has on B.C.’s economic development,” said Clark. “The young people, businesses, joint ventures and community-owned endeavours exemplify
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Christy Clark the entrepreneurial spirit of the Aboriginal community.” “From trades, construction and forestry to aerial surveying, technology and fisheries, the 2012 BC Aboriginal Business
Awards showcase the Aboriginal business community and its accomplishments,” added Mitchell. “On behalf of the BC Achievement Foundation, I would like to extend my congratulations to these deserving enterprises.” The awards were launched in 2008 to honour and celebrate business excellence. Six award recipients were selected and a further group of 10 Aboriginal businesses noted for outstanding achievement. Members of the jury panel included Chief Harold Leighton of Metlakatla First Nation in Prince Rupert and CEO of Metlakatla Develop-
Women’s Business Network celebrates holiday season The Comox Valley Women’s Business Network Christmas Party at Locals Restaurant Thursday includes a donation drive for the Today ‘n’ Tomorrow Learning Society’s Young Parents Program. “Christmas is a celebration of giving and a big part of that is helping those who are in need of help,” says Tara Ladaroute, WBN president. “The Young Parents Program at Vanier is our chosen charity for the 20122013 year. Many of the young parents do not have the kinds of incomes that make giving easy over the holiday season. They are working very hard to finishing school, raising a young family and making a difference in the lives of their children – often on their own. Our members are able to help.” Members and guests are asked to bring a gift worth about $20 for a gift exchange, and something for a baby or young child. Warm clothing and toys for children five and under are encouraged. A welcomed extra for a teen
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Video’s N More calls it a day Comox Video’s N More owner Jean Gibson has made the heart wrenching decision to close the business. The sell off began last Wednesday. Along with past partner, David Brosz, and the original owners, John and Nina Bill, Gibson amassed one of the best movie collections in B.C. She could track down just about any movie out there to satisfy a single customer. To the best of her knowledge she had the widest selection of British TV anywhere, and her international section was second to none, covering every corner of the globe. She remembers paying $150 for a single copy of The Little Mermaid
on VHS so as to be the only store in the Valley that had it. Times have changed though. Everyone knows how to burn or download a movie. Netflix was just the beginning. Shaw on Demand took a chunk out of the industry. And now, easy access for every member of the family is available with iPads. Gibson says she knows of people watching movies on cellphones. There really is no family movie night anymore. Gaming used to be a huge revenue stream at the store, but again, nearly everything is available through online downloading. There are 20 years of stories at Video’s N
More. Births, deaths, marriages, divorces. Accolades for amazing successes such as a book being published, a movie role won, a coveted award in the local high school. Everyone came to the store to pass on their news. Gibson thanks all her staff over the years,
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What’s in a name? Plenty “It can’t be done,” president Dianne Hawkins heard a lot about the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Top 40 Under 40 Awards. Some folks apparently thought the Chamber would be lucky to find 40 people younger than 40 in the Comox Valley let alone that many worthy of awards. The inaugural awards went swimmingly well, though, which set the stage to return to the Comox Valley Annual Community Awards. Held in one form or another since 1974, the annual awards recognize community service, business success and the entrepreneurial spirit. Awards will be presented Jan. 26 in another gala evening at the Florence Filberg Centre. The theme is A Royal Affair. Tickets will be available in mid-December. Taking a cue from the Top 40 Under 40 Awards, there will be two new community awards. The Youth Leadership Award will recognize someone younger than 25 or a group or organization whose key members are younger than 25 who has made significant contributions to the community. The Young Entrepreneur Award recognizes a person or team to have achieved remarkable business success before the age of 35. The other 10 categories are: Agricultural Business of the Year; Business of the Year; Citizen of the Year; Customer Service; Environmental Leadership; Heritage Recognition; New Business of the Year; President’s Merit Award; Professional Merit; and Small Business of the Year. Before awards can be presented, though, the selection committee needs nominations. You can help by suggesting deserving people or organizations for the above awards. This is crucial because you can’t nominate yourself this time. Between stops on the social ramble this holiday season, put some thought into who you could nominate. Nominations are open until Jan. 3 at 4 p.m. Forms are available at www.ComoxValleyChamber.com or visit 2040 Cliffe Ave. in Courtenay to pick up printed copies. For details, call 250-3343234. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com Record Question of the Week This week: Sixty-three per cent of respondents so far say they like the location for the new Comox Valley hospital. The location is controversial for several reasons. If you have an opinion, visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Ble everybody running or Bless supporting any of the many Christmas-oriented programs to help those among us who are less fortunate than others.
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Hospital site makes no sense Dear editor, Re: Courtenay council unanimously approves hospital location. Listening to the radio this morning, I hear that Courtenay council unanimously approved the new hospital location, and that Ronna-Rae Leonard says that the location “just makes sense.” Really? After all we’ve heard people debate about the location for years, and now it “just makes sense?” Let’s see here. • It’ll be right next to an elementary school. Ambulances along with others rushing to get to the hospital will now travel through a 30 km/h zone. • We’ll use the 2.37-acre play field next to Queneesh. While they’ve got their own playfields, I’m quite sure that the extra
space will be missed and that some sports teams/programs will be affected. • It’ll be right next to what is already known to be an overly busy, high-trafficked, and accident-prone corner (Ryan and Lerwick). Add more traffic? Accident rate here is likely only to get worse. • The property is locked on all sides with regard to expansion and growth; as the years go by and the population of the Valley increases, there will be little option to grow the hospital to accommodate (unless we decide we want to bulldoze either the school or the college). • It’ll be smack dab in the middle of a neighbourhood that is already complaining weekly to Courtenay council about the noise from Costco. And we’re going to add ambulances with sirens and helicopters to the
mix? Those people are going to be really happy about that. • If we ever have a flood, earthquake, or other disaster that puts the bridge out, everyone on the west side of the river is basically out of luck; they’ll all need to go to Campbell River to reach the nearest hospital. “It just makes sense?” Sorry, Ronna-Rae, but in my opinion this location makes no sense whatsoever. Never has. I moved to the Valley eight years back, and have just been stunned at how poorly this whole thing has been planned. There’s lots of available land here in the Valley that would have been suitable for this project. I’m just left stunned and in disbelief that anyone thought the announced location was a good idea. Graham TerMarsch, Area A
Arguments favour both sides Dear editor, So, the hospital site has been approved. Good! It is the difference of opinion that makes horse races, wrote Mark Twain. And differences there have been. “I cannot any longer remain quiet about the subject of the new hospital,” writes Louise Jackson in a letter to the editor (Record, Dec. 5). An urge she shares with many previous writers. She makes excellent points, states her case convincingly. But here is the rub: Every letter writer has. Two community hospitals or one large regional? Arguments favour either choice. The problem comes with all the extraneous stuff — site, distance, staffing, cost, accessibility, etc. Ms. Jackson has another curve to throw - TWO regional hospitals, the second “easily accessible to the residents from up-island, and ... located north of the river.” The Puntledge, presumably.
I could not agree more — but for the cost. Two regional hospitals located within 55 kms of each other? Costing a billion dollars at least to build with operational, maintenance and other annual expenses? But she is right. The North Islanders deserve their own modern hospital. Comox Valleyites are simply selfish. It is 25O kms for people in Courtenay to undergo surgery in Victoria. It is double that distance for the folks in Port McNeill, Port Hardy, Port Alice. In fairness, any regional hospital should have been located nearer to Campbell River than to Courtenay. Thus, two community hospitals make good sense as far as timely access is concerned. And that ought be the main concern. Stocking hospitals with staff is as much a question of desirability for doctors and nurses seeking the balm of Island lifestyles,
as it is of a chronic shortage of competent personnel. The fault for which lies elsewhere. In social democratic Scandinavia, general practitioners average 1,600 patients, and must accept patients living within 10 kms. In Denmark, for example, the 71 hospitals (2000 census) offer 3.7 beds per 1,000 persons, satisfying 90 per cent of the Danes. Anyone think Canada, specifically British Columbia, can muster an equal percentage of contentedness? In truth, I am not happy about the P3 option, either — publicprivate partnership — but let the hospital be built, let us rejoice in the current status, and let us hope no one gets sick. Proximity to hospital is a priority for many patients — for ease of access and closeness to family and friends. Amen. Finn Schultz-Lorentzen, Courtenay
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Women’s status crucial one, but it belongs only to her and should be respected. Those who dislike this reality could more usefully work on promoting the conditions that support women to continue a pregnancy: affordable child care, access to education and job training, violence prevention and valuing women’s massive and mostly unacknowledged contribution to society each and every day. We should hang our heads in shame over this absence of support. If it existed, Pastor Falk wouldn’t need to bemoan the status of the fetus, which has always depended on the status of women. Anne Bauman, Cumberland
Dear editor, I’m writing in response to Pastor Barry Falk (“We will hang our heads in shame” Record, Dec. 7). I share his sorrow about brutality against people who have been, and often still are, treated as subhuman: aboriginal people, women, homosexuals, and those with mental or physical challenges. The problem with including early-term fetuses in these groups is that abortion is sporadic, individually chosen and not dependent on the characteristics of the fetus. A pregnancy is a problem for some women at some times. A woman’s choice to end a pregnancy is her right. It may not be an easy choice for her, or a happy
Be grateful for your ferry Dear editor, The residents of Denman Island (and Hornby) need a reality check. The ferry service they enjoy is far beyond that justified for the number of people that live on the islands. Granted, in the
summer, tourism fills the 11 or more crossings daily, but most of the year the ferries cross virtually empty. This is a ferry that requires five or six people. If Denman residents had to pay the full cost of a winter crossing, they would pay $400 instead of
We can’t afford light pollution Dear editor, A new report about light pollution estimates that the U.S. spends in excess of $8 billion per year on lights shining into the sky. In Canada, with our population, it’s equivalent to $800 million. It’s wastage we cannot afford. In our local area, I have given out light pollution brochures to companies and individuals and even the local councils of Comox and Courtenay. Their response, especially in Courtenay, wasn’t very promising. Comox was different. There was a positive response. Their Hydro bill from 2010 was $100,000. Unfortunately, no response from Courtenay for a comparison. There are a horrendous number of outdated streetlights, not flat panelled to 21st century standards, which will lower wattage over 50 per cent and save on Hydro expenses. We don’t need those extra lights. Television news Dec. 6 showed satellite images of the horrific light pollution of North America. To put it bluntly, we just cannot afford it. Got to darksky.org
for updates. J.C. McKee, Comox Editor’s note: J.C. McKee is the president of the Comox Valley Astronomy Club.
$21. Denman Island residents should be thanking BC Ferries for finding a more cost-effective way to service them so their luxury service can be maintained. If we ever have a truly responsible government in Victoria, the ferry crossings to Denman would be cut to three a day in the winter. I wonder if other B.C. taxpayers like those in say, Nelson, have sympathy for the $15-million subsidy Denman Island residents receive when B.C. residents elsewhere have their own highway issues. Bruce Ellis, Courtenay
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THERE IS A proposal to tear down Vanier Secondary School and build a new one on the same site. Why not relocate the new school to the North Island College area and build the new hospital where Vanier is at present? There is already cleared land for such a facility with adequate parking. This is a too simple idea that just might work. I AM DOING my part to conserve and recycle in a number of ways. The most simple one is, I fill my sink with the hottest, soapy water in the morning for my breakfast dishes; I keep that same sink of soapy water all day. All you need to do is whisk it; if you do not believe that there is any more cleaning products in there. For all my dishes during the day? It is no big deal. Another is to put those plastic drain stoppers in anywhere that leads to a main water/ drainage system. If you find a spider, then you have NOT cut off the water effectively; hence are wasting it, then there must be a leaky faucet. They are very small things, but if you gauge them over months or years; it does make a difference. On a different note, I moved here from Alberta; recycling was the absolute
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thing to do. I am obligated. I have found that our recycle bins have diminished! There were ones at Extra Foods (Comox) and ones at Walmart (Courtenay). They no longer exist. A LOAD OF dead car batteries to a certain testgiver for DriveABLE at Rehab In Motion! I am to take an age-related driving test and waited several months to get booked for that. I was at their office 10 minutes early. After 20 minutes of waiting, I was told the test-giver hadn’t arrived. I waited 10 more minutes, while the office staff called every number they had for her — no luck. If I don’t keep my appointment, I’ll be fined $50. I don’t want that testgiver fined — I’d much prefer she be fired! RECENTLY MY HUSBAND had a fall outside Life Labs beside Safeway. I would like to sincerely thank the people who came to his aid, starting with a gentleman in the military, who was there to comfort and help throughout, also a
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THE CHRISTMAS TREE farm directly across from my home has put up a tower, and in this tower they have installed a retired church bell. Upon the sale of each tree the bell is rung. The bell is incredibly loud, as you can imagine. We hear it not only outside but also
inside our home. We turn up the TV and radio, still we hear it loud a clear. It scares my pets. The dogs bark and howl, it must hurt their ears. We have put up with a lot over the years, tree patron’s cars parked blocking our driveway, super bright Christmas lights on all night long. And now an all time low, using a religious icon to sell Christmas trees. So much for peace on Earth. It’s sad times when people just don’t care about the rights of others. Their neighbours. I am not the only one complaining. Times are tough, maybe time for a fake reusable tree or a live potted one that can be planted after the season is over. I hope where you live, it’s peaceful and your neighbours care about your rights. A VERY LARGE bouquet to Holly from Urban Hair, who was so very kind to me after I dropped in to have my hair styled. The style is wonderful. I also would like to thank you for your thoughtfulness when I told you my husband was in hospital and that his illness was ongoing. You are a lovely girl, Holly, and I recommend you to all who are looking for a stylist or who are dissatisfied with the one they now have. Thank you.
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gentleman with a child. These two men tried to lift him at his insistence and it was then determined that he could not stand. A first responder, Marilyn (I think) with her girlfriend, delayed their fun together while Marilyn showed the ambulance where to come and checked to make sure that he was OK. The lovely ladies from Life Labs came out with a blanket and pillow and called 911 for us. The paramedics were wonderful! The Comox Valley is truly a wonderful place and I cannot thank all those who helped enough. If I missed anyone please forgive me, it was a traumatic time. He is now home after five days in hospital and doing well. I send you a huge bouquet.
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This Christmas music will be funky and jazzy One-time-only Christmas concert so popular it’s an annual event now Ho Ho Ho, the B3 Kings are coming to The Elks Hall in downtown Courtenay so you better be good and get tickets for the funkiest, jazziest Christmas music this side of the North Pole. Formed in 2002 for a special Christmas concert in Vancouver, the show was such a success the concert became an annual event, which the band is bringing to Courtenay this year for a not-tobe-missed show. Not simply Christmas tunes, but original and brilliant arrangements of familiar seasonal music featuring four of Canada’s best jazz musicians. Anchoring the band with wicked organ grooves is Vancouver native Chris Gestrin. A graduate of the Berklee College of Music, he’s been central to projects winning eight Juno Awards, two West Coast and two East Coast music awards, and played with a who’s who of jazz including Gary Peacock, Kenny Wheeler, P.J. Perry and Duke Robillard to name a few. Better known perhaps as a singer, Denzal Sinclaire will push the B3 Kings groove from behind the drums as well as ride that groove as vocalist. To drop just a few names for Denzal, he’s worked with The Count Basie Orchestra, Peter Appleyard, Cleo Laine and Sir John Dankworth. Diana Krall says of Sinclaire, “He embodies the tradition, yet has his own voice. One of my favourite singers.” Working like the other side of Sinclaire’s coin after decades
THE B3 KINGS are (left to right) Chris Gestrin, Denzal Sinclaire, Cory Weeds and Bill Coon. playing together is guitarist Bill Coon. Having studied with jazz great Jim Hall, Coon is widely respected as a composer, arranger and jazz guitar god. Having worked with the likes of Jimmy Heath, Chuck Israels, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Oliver Gannon and Dee Daniels, he is the first call of
Canadian jazz guitarists. Bringing much wit, wisdom and a wealth of jazz to the B3s is saxophonist Cory Weeds. His bio also reads like the Who’s Who, Paul Anka, Joey Defrancesco, Lou Donaldson and Don Thompson. In his spare time he’s a jazz impresario, running the Cellar
Jazz Club in Vancouver which, akin to The Blue Note club in New York, is a must-play venue for jazz artists worldwide. This stellar band of friends will bring their gifts for Christmas to the Elks Hall on Dec. 16, starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at Bop
City in Courtenay and Videos N More in Comox as well as the regular Thursday jazz shows at the Elks. They will sell briskly so don’t be disappointed. For more information, visit www.georgiastraightjazz.com., — Georgia Straight Jazz Society
Big band sounds will fill hall in final concert of year Greg Bush leads GS Big Band into last performance before Christmas break Calling all lovers of that big band sound! The Georgia Straight Jazz Society proudly presents the GS Big Band in the final Thursday Night Jazz performance before the Christmas/New Year interlude. As well as being a great seasonal finale, it’s an opportunity to recognize the tremendous work accomplishments of the music director, Greg Bush.
While the Big Band tradition in the Valley dates back 70 years, the music never gets old and continues to thrill audiences with tunes from the likes of Basie, Ellington, Miller, Gillespie and many others. Gregory Bush, Professor of Music at Vancouver Island University, is enjoying a milestone achievement of conducting the Georgia Strait Big Band for the past five years. A resident of Nanaimo, Greg has logged well over 200 trips (that’s more than 40,000 kilometres) to lead the band at Monday night rehearsals and go wherever the band goes to perform. He is a highly respected teacher, musician and composer, well
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cal knowledge and respectable manner. Everyone in the band thanks Greg for his enormous contribution to the local jazz scene and music education in the Valley, and the way he has elevated the musical standard of Comox Valley’s very own big band. The Georgia Strait Big Band is once again thrilled to perform at the Elks this Thursday in downtown Courtenay. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. but plan on being there much earlier than that if you want good seats for this great show. The band attracts and showcases musicians from 15 to 70 and has featured some of the Valley’s finest divas and crooners in
recent years. ••• For those real jazz aficionados this is a last reminder that some tickets are still available for the B3 Kings Christmas concert on Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available on Thursday evening at the Elks, they may also be purchased at Videos N More in Courtenay and Bop City in Courtenay. Don’t delay, and you won’t be disappointed like so many would-be late ticket buyers for our last Sunday concert. For more information, visit www.georgiastraightjazz.com or see them on Facebook. — Georgia Straight Jazz Society
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YOU’VE GOT A FRIEND A quintet of local performers played the songs of James Taylor and Carole King on Thursday at the Cumberland Hotel. From left, Doug Cox, Anela Kahiamoe, Sue Medley, Amanda Usher and Todd Butler. PHOTO BY KIRK FRIEDRICH
Friskie bringing Elvis back
Hurrie and Cox reunited Doug Cox and Sam Hurrie are reuniting for one special night at the Cumberland Hotel on Dec. 15. Together, they have been called “Zen masters of Canadian Roots music.” They performed together with their band and as a duo for eight years. They were signed to the Northern Blues label, recorded two awardwinning CDs together and toured throughout Canada and parts of Europe. Doug and Sam also hosted the blues jam at the dearly departed Edge Pub in Comox for seven years. Separately, their musical resumes cover the musical gamut, from Hurrie’s early performances with the likes of Jimi Hendrix and later, Honeyboy Edwards, to Cox’s musical adventures with musicians like Long John Baldry, Vishwa Mohan Bhatt and even Led Zep’s John Paul Jones! These two West Coast musicians have always had a very copacetic musical relationship and are thrilled to be visiting each others musical chops again after all these years. Don’t miss a great reunion of blues and rock and roll with Doug, Sam and their band at the Cumberland Hotel this Saturday. There will be no cover charge. For more information, call 250-336-8844.
Randy (Elvis) Friskie and his Las Vegas Show Band are including the Comox Valley on their 40th anniversary Aloha Tour. “Randy’s not only the best; he’s the reincarnation of Elvis,” said impresario Hugh Pickett, who presented Elvis Presley at Empire Stadium in 1957. “Randy’s the best I’ve ever seen,” added Red Robinson, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend. 3rd Annual
Randy (Elvis) Friskie is touring with his band in the Real Tribute To the King of Rock and Roll — Elvis Presley. Friskie has been referred to as “the world’s best Elvis tribute act.” The show comes to the Sid Williams Theatre on Jan. 27 at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets are available at sidwilliamstheatre.com or at the Sid box office in Courtenay. — Sid Williams Theatre
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THE FORBIDDEN JAZZ Trio is (from left) Grahame Edwards, jim Chew and Jake Masri.
Forbidden encouraged Forbidden Jazz Trio returns to Zocalo Café for an evening performance this Friday. Jake Masri on trumpet, flugelhorn, and vocals; Jim Chew on guitar, and Grahame Edwards on bass strive to reach audiences of all ages by performing a wide variety of timeless jazz standards. Representing more than four decades of experience, their unique blend of voice, brass and strings will weave their collective magic through two sets of entertaining music. Joining the trio on lead guitar is Jim Chew. Over the past 35 years, Jim has explored all areas of music — from trios to show bands, both live and in the studio. During his teens, Jim was inspired by Django Reinhardt, and went on to study classical guitar for three years. He eventually discovered a passion for jazz, which led him on a path of playing and teaching in the jazz program at Mount Royal College in Calgary. When he wasn’t immersing himself in jazz, he supplemented his income as a commercial freelance musician. This experience left him with a broad base of influences which he now applies directly to his playing style. Jim resides in Campbell River and frequently performs with a wide variety of local talented musicians including keyboard master and vocalist Ralph Barrat. Talented multi instrumentalist Grahame Edwards studied music at the University of British Columbia and holds a Diploma in Fine Arts from the
University of Calgary. Aside from acoustic and electric bass, Grahame also plays percussion and trumpet. He has appeared with countless local ensembles and productions in every genre from choral to musical theatre, big band jazz to classical. His first musical love, however, lies with improvised music and he enjoys playing and composing his own jazz tunes. In addition to performing, Grahame has taught privately and in the Campbell River School District, and enjoys sharing his music by conducting workshops and clinics. Over the years, he has studied with many respected jazz musicians including Don Clarke, Phil Nimmons, Chris Nelson and Paul Horn. No stranger to the local music scene, Jake Masri draws his inspiration from classical repertoire to musical theater to Afro-Cuban/ New Orleans, and bebop styles. His passion for jazz is directly linked to artists such as Herb Alpert, Miles Davis, Chet Baker and Arturo Sandoval. As a performance major at VCC, UVIC UBC, Jake studied trumpet with Boyd Hood, Gerald Gerbrecht and trombonist Dave Robbins. His studies in jazz exposed him to pros such as Mike Herriot, Bill Clarke and Hugh Fraser during the local CYMC summer program. Among his favourite vocal instructors are Ann Mortifee, Rhiannon, Ysaye Barnwell, and Wendy Nixon Stothert. Since moving to Comox in 2002, Jake has appeared with
Quintessence Brass; 6th Street, Jazztown, and Jazz Noir combos. Music commences Friday at 7:30 p.m. and admission is by donation. For more information, contact Zocalo Café and Gallery at 250-331-0933, visit www.zocalo.ca or simply drop by the corner of Fifth Street and Cliffe Avenue in downtown Courtenay. — Forbidden Jazz
You want it! You know you do! The original Grease sing-a-long movie is coming to the Sid on Jan. 19. Once again the Kiwanis Club of Courtenay and Square 1 Travel are hosting a great singalong with all funds raised going to St. Joseph’s Hospital pediatric ward for critical care equipment. Grease is an energetic musical with infectiously catchy songs and an ode to young love that never grows old. John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John are the stars in this fast-paced movie. The soundtrack was the second-best-selling album of the year in 1978 and the song Hopelessly Devoted To You was nominated for an Academy Award for best music-original song. Lyrics are dubbed on the screen so dress in character and sing along to You’re The One I Want, Grease, Summer Nights, La Bamba, Whole Lotta Shaking Going On, Beauty School Drop
Tickets for this 7 p.m. performance are $20 each and can be purchased at the Sid Williams Theatre or online at info@sidwilliamstheatre.com.
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Fiddling soon by Black Swan All donations earmarked for Comox Valley Food Bank Celebrate the sounds of Christmas at the Zocalo Café this Saturday at 7 p.m. You will hear traditional Christmas carols, foot-tapping Celtic jigs and reels, along with soulful Irish ballads. It’s the real thing. The Black Swan Fiddlers consist of fiddlers Caillie Gregory and Julie Pickett with Paul Gervais on guitar and Bob Henderson on bodhran. David Stevenson keeps it all
together on fiddle, flute and pennywhistle. The Black Swan Fiddlers have been keeping the traditional Celtic music alive and well in the Comox Valley for seven years. The Black Swan Fiddlers are based at the Long and McQuade Music store, where they rehearse and where they produced their first CD, called the South Wind. Admission is by donation. All donations will be donated to the local food bank. For details, contact David Stevenson at 250-890-0297. — Black Swan Fiddlers
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COURTENAY’S SHANE PHILIP was named Best Live Act at the 2012 Vancouver Island Music Awards. Dec. 21 is the entry deadline for 2013.
Awards deadline nearing The producers of the Vancouver Island Music Awards are announcing their final call for submissions for the 2013 (ninth annual) music gala. The host city for the 2013 ceremony and showcase of talent will be Victoria, and it will be held in late April. The date and venue are
still to be announced. The call for submissions, which began in September, is closing in on its Dec. 21 postmark deadline. Major changes have been made to the criteria for music submissions this year — the event has been opened up to all Canadian musicians, and
Singers ready for celebration The Celebration Singers are scheduling their usually sold-out Christmas concert this year over two nights. The choir will perform Dec. 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m. St. George’s United Church, on Fitzgerald Avenue, will be the setting for these two nights of Christmas music under the direction of Jenn Forsland. With Sean Mooney on the piano, your evening will be filled with the delightful sounds of traditional carols, seasonal songs with a twist, and more. Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town, and Winter Wonderland are familiar holiday tunes that the choir enjoys singing. A small ensemble will give them a jazzy flavour. Tchaikovsky’s Dance
of the Sugar-Plum Fairy is a classical melody that will truly entertain the audience. I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day has Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poetic words put to music. Retired teacher and choir director from Vancouver, Denise Marquette, is conducting two numbers, giving Forsland an opportunity to add her sumptuous voice to the choir. As well, a couple of selections will have some added percussion accompaniment. The evening will end with the choir hosting the audience for tea and treats after the show. Tickets for either concert are available at House of Colour in Courtenay, Blue Heron Books in Comox, or from any choir member. — Celebration Singers
many new categories have been added. The VIMAs are open to all ages from 10 to adult, in all genres of music. All details on how and what to submit can be found at islandmusicawards.wordpress. com. The 2012 VIMA Artist of the Year was Ladysmith’s Ryan McMahon. Victorians Mike Edel (Male Songwriter of the Year), Lindsay Bryan (Song of the Year), and Lola Parks (Female Songwriter of the Year) were also winners. Campbell River’s Francesca Belcourt was named Youth Artist of the Year. Shane Philip of Courtenay was named Best Live Act. — Vancouver Island Music Awards
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“No one cares what you know, unless they know that you care.” - Unknown Adult Learning Centre Computer Tutoring We are currently in the process of recruiting tutors for our computer literacy program. Prospective tutors do not necessarily need to be computer experts but should be skilled in the internet, email and miscrosoft word. We are looking for people who have excellent computer skills and a willingness to provide support and encouragement to new computer users for 3 hours per week from January to June 2013. Volunteer tutors will receive an overview of the program in January and will be asked to commit 3 hours per week for tutoring. Contact: Lynn Moseley @ 250-338-9906 Monday to Thursday 9:30 to 4:00 Please note we will be closed Dec 20th to January 5th Email: admin@cvalc.ca
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Vancouver Island Comox Valley Club Youth Mentors A Youth Take Action - Volunteer Position (For Ages 14 – 18) We have two days available for youth mentoring. Mondays and Wednesdays from 4pm to 6pm. We do many activities with the kids to help them learn skills they can utilize in their everyday lives. The youth mentors would work with two adult mentors to lead the activities and to be available to talk with the kids when needed. At present we have 5 boys in the Monday times slot and on Wednesdays we have 3 boys and 4 girls. We would be more than happy to have a youth mentor work with us. Contact: Tabitha Shaw - 250-334-8063 Monday – Thursday 9:00 am -4:30 pm Email: tabitha@valleylinks.net
Comox Valley Farmers Market Market Helper • A Youth Take Action - Volunteer Position (For Ages 14 – 18) Volunteering at the farmers market includes: set up and tear down of our tent, musicians stage, info table and signage, operating our point of sale system, answering questions about the farmers market and receiving comments/input from customers, collecting product from the vendors and working in the kids area or counting attendees. It is outdoors from April until mid-October and inside from late October until April every Saturday. Helpers are needed from 8:00AM until about 1:00. Contact: Tabitha Shaw - 250-334-8063 Monday – Thursday 9:00 am -4:30 pm Email: tabitha@valleylinks.net
Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association Filberg Gift Shop The Filberg Gift Shop clerk works in the cute-as-a-button shop in the upper floor of the Lodge. Mostly collectables are sold in the gift shop and previous retail experience is much appreciated. The shifts are 4 or 5 hours long and always with another person. The Gift Shop is open weekends during the Fall/Winter months. Lodge Guide A Lodge Guide greets people coming into the Lodge, offers tours, answers questions, and informs guests about any upcoming events. Lodge Tour Orientation and hand-outs are provided for training. Contact; Kirra Gullickson @ 250-339-2715 Wednesday to Friday 9 to 3 • Email: info@filberg.com KidStart Mentoring Program part of The John Howard Society of North Island Promotes and fosters safer and healthier communities by providing appropriate programs of rehabilitation, education, prevention and healing for those who need an opportunity to achieve, maintain or regain balance within their communities. Volunteer Mentor One-to-one mentoring with child or youth ages 6-18 years for 3+ hours per week doing fun, low-cost recreational/cultural activities in our community. Contact: Wendy Thurlborn @ 250-338-7341 Email: wendyt@jhsni.bc.ca
Lush Valley Food Action Society Handy Youth Volunteers A Youth Take Action - Volunteer Position• (For Ages 14 – 18) LUSH Valley Food Action Society is food security organization that supports food related projects to educate and empower the people of the Comox Valley towards personal wellness, community health and environmental stewardship. At LUSH Valley we help people to learn how to grow, harvest, and process food. The LUSH Valley building has recently under gone extensive renovations and we are just tying up the loose ends. We are looking for a couple of Handy Youth Volunteers to come put their skills to use or learn new skills. Opportunities also exist to expand your experience into other areas if interested. Hours: Saturdays 12 noon – 4pm flexible. From December 15 ongoing until project is complete. Expected duties: Youth can assist with warehouse and office re-organizing and interior designing. Duties will involve: light carpentry, painting, wall papering, sorting items, and heavy lifting 2030lbs. May involve light gardening duties for interested youth, learning to design raised wheelchair accessible beds. Necessary skills: No skills required, but a positive attitude and willingness to help is much appreciated. Benefits: Gain light carpentry, wall papering, and painting skills. References provided upon completion of 10 hours. Further opportunities may develop related to LUSH Valley food programs: food skills (gardening, harvesting, pruning, cooking, food safety etc.) and access to a LUSH Valley Members Pantry (wholesale bulk food). Contact: Tabitha Shaw - 250-334-8063 Monday – Thursday 9:00 am -4:30 pm Email: tabitha@valleylinks.net
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Icemen drop to third place after fifth straight loss Earle Couper Record Staff
WITH THE WOLVES at his door, goalie Bryce DiRocco deflects a shot by Westshore’s Travis Oickle while defenceman Max Crawford prepares to clear the puck. PHOTO BY JIM HOCKLEY
The Comox Valley Glacier Kings have been finetuning their lineup with a series of roster moves. But they’re still in need of a jump start to get their game back into high gear. Saturday night at the Sports Centre, the Yetis dropped their fifth straight game when they fell 6-3 to the Westshore Wolves. After leading the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League North Division for most of the season, the Icemen now find themselves in third place. There is no panic in the ranks, however, as head coach Bill Rotheisler is optimistic that the fresh faces on the bench will improve the team’s overall game play. “We made essentially four mistakes that resulted in four goals,” Rotheisler said of Saturday’s setback.
“It’s not as frustrating as it appears. Our special teams are working like they’re supposed to. We worked on our penalty kill in practice, and tonight it showed. We killed every penalty. We have new players in the dressing room and we are on the right track, it just
SATURDAY, DEC. 15 7:30 P.M. SPORTS CENTRE #1 takes more than one game to work it out.” A solid first period had the Glacier Kings up 1-0 courtesy of Jack Kennelly’s seventh of the season. Tyson Rennie made it 2-0 at 7:35 of the second, but the Wolves tallied three goals in four minutes to grab a lead they would not relinquish. Cody Eliason’s third period tally at 12:10 made it 4-3, but with goalie Bryce DiRocco on the bench for an extra attacker, the visitors popped a pair of
empty netters to seal the deal. Westshore outshot Comox Valley 22-21 with Matt Chester picking up the win. The Yetis killed off all three of their penalties but were unable to capitalize on their two power-play opportunities. The Icemen return to action Friday night in Saanich against the Braves. On Saturday they host the surging Nanaimo Buccaneers (now tops in the North Division) in a 7:30 p.m. start at Sports Centre Arena #1. Fans are invited to take part in the team’s annual Teddy Bear Toss at that game. ICE CHIPS League standings and scoring stats in Scoreboard, B9 ... the 2013 All-Star Classic goes Jan. 13 in Parksville, with details at www.vijhl.com ... Mitch Ball leads the Glacier Kings scoring with 38 points (19g, 19a) ... sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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The Comox Valley Skating Club is now making learning to skate more affordable for Valley children with the launch of its â&#x20AC;&#x153;New Skater Incentive Program.â&#x20AC;? This initiative will directly help offset the costs for new skaters registering in January PreSchool, PrePower and Canskate programs. These three foundational programs offer different options for beginner and intermediate children. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re so pleased to be able to make skating more accessible,â&#x20AC;? says CVSC vice-president Kathy Sulman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The start-up costs are high for new families who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know if they want to commit yet. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve
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Players gobble up dart prizes No birds were harmed (but perhaps a few egos were!) on Dec. 1 when 34 players turned out for the Comox Legionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Darts Turkey Shoot. Seventeen pairs (mixed where possible) were matched up in a blind draw, double round robin format, for a competitive shoot. As with most tournaments, the best-ofthree knockout round consisting of the top eight pairs followed the round robin. Turkeys went in three directions: First place went to Shane Dennis (Courtenay) and Nadeen Sierpina (Powell River) over locals Ernie Linden and Sandi Kohlen. Third spot went to
ity and sport, both for healthy lifelong enjoyment and for sporting success. And of course,
Dave Wilson (Campbell River) and Milly Davis (Courtenay) who edged out Doug Messer and Brenda Durant, both of Courtenay. Turkeys went to first through third with fourth place receiving hams. Ernie Linden won the Canterbury Ale clock donated by the Pacific Brewing Company. Thanks again for all that participated, and to Vicky for the great beef stew and sandwiches. This is the last darts tournament at the Comox Legion until the new year. Friday night dropin darts will continue through the festive season. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Comox Legion
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Towhees finish fourth at Chilliwack hoops tourney The Vanier Towhees put forth a solid effort and were rewarded with a fourth-place finish at the Chilliwack Storm Classic senior boys basketball tournament on the weekend. The Towhees returned from Chilliwack’s annual tournament with a two win, one loss weekend. In their first game of their first tournament of the year against Semiahmoo of White Rock they came up just short with a 69-66 defeat. “It was a close game throughout, although it shouldn’t have been as we missed many easy scoring opportunities and turned the ball over too much,” said Towhees coach Larry Street. “Still, we had a chance with eight sec-
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onds left and one point down, and missed two free throws for the win.” Point guard Joaquin Paterna led the way for Vanier with 23 points on 53 per cent shooting while dishing three assists and hawking four steals. Scott Stevens had a solid game with 19
points on 69 per cent shooting and eight rebounds. Jaron Piercy chipped in 12 points and four rebounds. “We outrebounded Semiahmoo 39-28 and led in steals 10-1, but just couldn’t finish when it counted. Still, a big improvement over last weekend’s games,” Street said.
The Towhees’ second game of the tournament was against L.A. Matheson of Surrey and was one that every Towhee got plenty of minutes in. Final score was 70-48 Vanier, and Street said all the boys put commendable stats onto the scoresheet. Piercy led the way with 12 points, Joss Big-
time together in a tight situation,” Street said. Stevens had another good game with 13 points and 11 rebounds while the other Towhees spread the scoring amongst themselves evenly. Joaquin had four assists, five steals and seven points. – Vanier Towhees
solation final against Penticton. Street said this was another good game for his improving young team who won 58-46 while being able to play everyone. “The second half was somewhat a tight one thanks to the hard work of Penticton, so it was a chance to get the starters some valuable
gins had 11 and Lucas Falconer added eight. Falconer was voted Player of the Game by his peers. Paterna did what he does best and had seven assists while all team members scored a couple of baskets at least. Game three of the tournament for the Towhees was for the con-
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The Comox Valley United masters men’s 35-plus soccer team scored a 2-0 victory over Qualicum, Sunday at Vanier, earning some valuable points in the tight, four-team division. Sandy Grant, playing midfield, pounced on a rebound resulting from a hard shot by forward Doug Tinga to put the home side up by a goal in the early stages. Before halftime, forward Dennis Mirabelli was credited with the second goal because he was the last Comox Valley player to touch the ball before it deflected off a Qualicum player for an own goal. The home side dominated the second frame as the visitors, with no substitute players, began to run out of gas. But credit goes to the Qualicum keeper for making several big saves. Comox Valley goalie
Andrew Barnie earned the shutout. It was the team’s first official victory of the 2012/13 outdoor season, despite beating the same Qualicum side in the season opener. That victory, however, does not count in the standings because Denman Island dropped out of the league a few weeks into the season. Also Sunday, the Comox Valley 55s beat
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Great hockey in the Valley If you are suffering from 80-plus days of hockey withdrawal due to the NHL lockout you can certainly get a quick and refreshing fix watching minor hockey here in the Comox Valley. Glacier Gardens Arena opened its doors to a PeeWee House exhibition game between the HiTec Rangers and the visiting Gold River Hawks on Saturday night, Dec. 1. Sporting Movember Moustaches in December and custom embroidered team toques from their sponsor HiTec Screening & Printing, the Comox Valley’s Rangers arrived at the arena ready to give their families and fans their fill of great hockey. The price of admission .... love of the game! A truly inspiring locker room pep talk had the Rangers hitting the ice first for their pre-game skate, motivated by their volunteer/parent coaches Marlies Tinkler, Jonathon Veale and Paul Krismer. The Hawks made it onto the scoreboard first with a goal at the three-minute mark by Adam Leighton. But the Rangers answered one minute later with a charge up ice and great passing from Sofia Cecic to Isaac Guinan who found captain Lukas Meertens in front of the net. Minutes later, Meertens snuck it past the Hawks’ goalie for a
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second goal, made possible by some strong back checking from HiTec defenceman Dylan Usher-Alkane. The Rangers had the lead at the end of the first period. The Canucks might want to take a look at the Rangers back-up goalie for future consideration. The Comox team had a Behrens Wall in young netminder Scott Behrens, an AP called up from Atom at the 11th hour to replace the Rangers’ regular goalie who was off sick. Scottie allowed only one additional goal to sneak past him in the second period, scored by Jacob Tarasoff. However, with 3:39 left in the second period the Rangers again answered back with
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HOCKEY C.V. GLACIER KINGS Top 10 Scorers Player GP G A Mitch Ball 28 19 19 Rylan Ball 20 7 15 Michael Scobie 20 9 12 Wade Bartlett 27 9 8 Brook Trainor 28 6 9 Jack Kennelly 11 7 7 Sasha Hahn 17 4 8 Garrett Halls 20 2 10 Steven Garcia 19 6 5 Jordan Crisp 24 3 8
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VIJHL Top 10 Scorers Player Team G B. Coulter Vic 23 S. Rice Vic 14 T. Jones San 26 D. Feeney Vic 20 J. Gray San 19 G. Dunlop Nan 15 B. Kinshelia Vic 13 G. Brandsma Vic 26 M. Ball Com 19 M. Walton Vic 23
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VANCOUVER ISLAND JUNIOR LEAGUE Standings as of Dec. 8 North Division Team GP W L OTL PTS GF GA Nanaimo Buccaneers 29 15 12 2 32 97 93 Oceanside Generals 29 12 14 2 26 96 106 Comox Valley Gl. Kings 28 11 14 2 24 111 113 Campbell River Storm 29 6 21 2 14 81 134 South Division Team GP W L OTL PTS GF GA Victoria Cougars 29 27 1 1 55 176 55 Saanich Braves 26 20 4 2 42 109 68 Westshore Wolves 31 18 13 0 36 116 122 Peninsula Panthers 30 16 12 2 34 100 101 Kerry Park Islanders 27 2 23 2 6 70 164 Dec. 8 Westshore 6 Comox Valley 3 Dec.14 Comox Valley @ Saanich Dec. 15 Nanaimo @ Comox Valley 7:30 p.m. Sports Centre #1 Dec. 18 Oceanside @ Comox Valley 6:30 p.m. Sports Centre #1
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28. Spokane Braves 11-16-1-1 29. Ridge Meadows Flames 7-11-2-2 30. Oceanside Generals 10-140-2 T30. Creston Valley Thunder Cats 9-14-0-4 32. Columbia Valley Rockies 9-18-0-2 33. Chase Heat 7-19-2-1 34. Mission City Outlaws 5-161-2 35. Penticton Lakers 6-19-0-2 T35. Campbell River Storm 6-19-0-2 37. Port Moody Panthers 5-170-1 38. Grand Forks Border Bruins 4-22-0-2 39. Kerry Park Islanders 20-200-2 The 2013 Cyclone Taylor Cup, scheduled for April 11-14, 2013, will be hosted by the Comox Valley Glacier Kings of the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League.
2. Claremont, Victoria 3. Belmont, Victoria 4. Cowichan, Duncan 5. GP Vanier, Courtenay 6. Dover Bay, Nanaimo 7. Spectrum, Victoria 8. Mt. Douglas, Victoria 9. Stelly’s, Saanichton 10. Reynolds, Victoria
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Happy Wanderers 78 149 Class Act 71.5 139.5 King Pins 71 132 Quinsam Auto 69.5 132.5 Chargers 67 141 Flyers 55 125 Strikers 52 121 Hopefuls 42 104 Team: High game scr Spare Shooters 744 High game hdcp Spare Shooters 938 High series scr Spare Shooters 2020 High series hdcp Spare Shooters 2602 Men’s: High game scr Hogie McCrae 248 High game hdcp Hogie McCrae 268 High series scr Hogie McCrae 610 High series hdcp Hogie McCrae 670 Ladies: High game scr Norma Killin 209 High game hdcp Lorraine Clark 247 High series scr Norma Killin 547 High series hdcp Lorraine Clark 721
Standings as of Dec. 6 Team Pts Courtenay Legion A 192 Elks 160 Griffin Pub Flyers 147 Courtenay Legion B 134 Comox Legion B 116 Comox Legion C 113 Comox Legion A 110 Griffin Pub 85 Top 10 Averages Player Pts Bill Durant 64.22 Ernie Linden 60.00 Terry Jackson 56.21 John Chequis 56.02 Daniel Leaman 55.19 Joe McNeil 54.74 Glen Litchfield 54.66 Mark Wyatt 53.77 Jack Ethier 53.50 Hap Hanson 52.67 High Checkout Art Forbes 138 High Score Bill Durant 177 180s Art Forbes 2, Bill Durant 2, Dwayne Bennett 1, Terry Hills 1, Shane Dennis 1
Games Won This Week Comox Legion A 6, Comox Legion B 7, Comox Legion C 4, Courtenay Legion A 17, Courtenay Legion B 14, Elks 18, Griffin Pub 10, Griffin Pub Flyers 20
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Brenda Lynne (Hutton) Simmonds November 27,1949 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 7, 2012 Brenda passed peacefully with family by her side at her beachfront home in Royston on Friday, December 7th, 2012. Born November 27th, 1949 in Cumberland, BC, she was the daughter of John and Edna Mae Hutton (Watson). She is survived by her loving husband Richard Simmonds (36 years); three wonderful children Erin, Katie, and Greg; and sister Gail Ross (husband Ron). Brenda was an outstanding and dedicated educator. Throughout her more than 30 years in teaching, Brenda impacted the lives of many students, parents, and colleagues. She shared her passion for reading and lifelong learning with all who knew her. As a friend, teacher, principal, and mentor, Brenda will be missed by all. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation. To honour her love of reading and passion for teaching you can donate a favourite book to the Victoria School District care of Mr. John Gaiptman at 556 Boleskin Rd, Victoria, V8Z 1E8. In celebration of Brenda, we will be hosting two afternoon teas. The first will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 11th from 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 pm at Brendaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house in Royston (257 Bartel Rd). The second tea will be held in Victoria Sunday, Dec. 16th from 1- 4 pm at Monterey Middle School. â&#x20AC;&#x153;May we all live lives as worthy of celebration and joyful reflection as Brendaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.â&#x20AC;?
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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother Ursula Bachmeier. Ursulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strength and bravery succumbed on December 4th, 2012 after battling heart and kidney disease, with her daughter Darline and son Gary by her side. Ursula was born October 31, 1930 in Daneburg, a small town in Germany. In 1956 she met the love of her life Thomas Bachmeier in Kitimat. They married in 1957 and moved with their three children to Black Creek where they purchased a fifty-two acre hobby farm and raised four more children. Ursulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ultimate joys in life were her children and grandchildren. She loved to be involved and surrounded herself with all things family. For nearly twenty years she proudly hosted family Sunday Dinners. Her door was always opened to family and friends. Ursula had an easy going nature, feisty sense of humour, and a passion for travel. In 2003 her husband passed. Ursula did the best she could to maintain the farm, but her health began to deteriorate. Her daughter Darline came to live with her, and in 2010 the farm was sold, Ursula and Darline moved to Courtenay. The two were like a married couple; best friends, travelling companions and truly inseparable. Ursula was predeceased by her husband Thomas, mother, father, and brother Carl. Ursula is survived by her seven loving children: Darline, Thomas, Rita (Peter), Susan (Rick), Gary (Debbie), Randy, Greg (Tammy). Sisters Hanna (Gunter), Hilda (Rick), brothers Otto (Marlena), Herman (Gina), and Geret (Leoni), eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Ursula will be sadly missed by all those lives she has touched. The family would like to thank Dr. Swanson, and the nurses and staff at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital for their compassionate care, as well as the staff and specialists at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, December 15th, at 12:00 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall in Campbell River. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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Thompson, Lewis Ross Thompson, Lewis Ross of Courtenay, passed away peacefully at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital on Wednesday, December 5th, 2012, aged 81.
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THORNLEY, Marvin Lloyd Born March 12, 1930 in Vancouver BC passed away courageously with family by his side from his 2nd battle of Prostate cancer December 6, 2012. Marvin grew up on a farm in Heffley Creek BC where he also met his future wife Merlyn Case as a young girl. They married in June of 1954 in Kamloops and were married a few months short of 50 years. Dad as a teenager he started working for the Dept of Highways in Kamloops driving Cat and gravel trucks. In the early 50s he started working for Kamloops Radiator for a more full time job because Mom and Dad were going to start raising a family. In 1959 Marvin moved the family to Nelson BC to work at Nelson Radiator and became a member of the Fraternal order of Eagles. In 1973 he moved the family to the Comox Valley where he worked for Island Radiator and became partners in ownership in 1985 until retiring in 1992. Marvin was also a Native Sons member in Courtenay for many years as Merlyn was a Canadian Daughter here as well. Marvin is predeceased by his wife, Merlyn Thornley (Case) b. Kamloops (1937 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2003); daughter Lanora Ann, b. Kamloops (1955 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1955); son Stanley Mark, b. Kamloops (1958 - 1997); Parents Stanley, b. Lancashire England (1900 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1979); Elva Lanora, b. Weyburn Saskatchewan (1908 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1973); brother Ronald, b. Vancouver (1929 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2009). Survived by son Russell (Jenny); granddaughter Tamara (Cory); Son Jim (Debbie); grandchildren Robbie (Devon), Desiree, Cheryl (Darrell); daughter Judy (Bruce) Nichol; grandsons Kennith (Julie), Derek (Deana). Also a proud Great Papa of 8 beautiful great grandchildren. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You will forever be missed Dad. You are in the stars above dancing and shining brightly over us keeping watch. We love you and will see you again one day. Love and hugs all around!â&#x20AC;? We would like to thank the LPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Care Aids from the second floor at Comox Hospital for their help and compassion, there was a special few that really made a difference in our fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stay there over the last couple months, thank you for that. There will be a service held at Piercyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mt. Washington Funeral Home on Friday, December 14, 2012 at 1:00 pm located at 440 England Ave. Courtenay BC (250) 334-4464. In lieu of flowers please donate under Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to Prostate Cancer http://www.prostatecancer.ca/Donate/Ways-to-Donate/ Donate-by-Phone,-Mail-or-Fax Please join us in celebrating Marvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life by visiting his online Memorial at www.piercysmtwashingtonfuneral.com
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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
NEWSPAPER
COMPASSIONATE VOLUNTEERS for women’s recovery house in Courtenay. 897-0360
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
EARN FAST easy Christmas cash daily. Busy lady owned agency. 19+. (250)334-4170.
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Coastal Community Financial Management Inc, a leader in the industry and a Top 50 Employer in Canada is now hiring an experienced Personal Insurance Consultant for our Courtenay/Campbell River area. Our preferred candidate will have 2-3 years experience with life, disability and health insurance sales. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining and enhancing employee and member relationships through the purchase and maintenance of insurance products. The successful candidate will enjoy a highly competitive salary, excellent benefit package, and great learning and career opportunities as a member of Coastal Community’s dynamic wealth management team! If you have applicable licensing, demonstrated experience within the industry, and a strong desire for new challenges, we invite you to submit your resume in confidence by 4pm, December 17th, 2012 to: Coastal Community Credit Union Human Resources Department Fax: 250-716-2330 Email: careers@cccu.ca Coastal thanks all applicants for their interest; however only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted. EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
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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Commercial Account Manager Are you a Commercial Lending professional interested in working for a top 50 employer? 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. 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! 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: 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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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
CARPENTRY
MISC SERVICES
HOBBIES & CRAFTS
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
HOUSES FOR SALE
APARTMENT/CONDO
HOMES FOR RENT
250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certiďŹ ed. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca
ELECTRICAL ELECTRICIAN. Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-792-2168. www.bzzzt.ca
GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fashions SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606
Grace Quilting Frame, ďŹ ts machines 9â&#x20AC;?-12â&#x20AC;?.Steel construction. Crib - king size, comes w/all accesories. $1150 obo 250-923-2995.
OCEAN view studio, incl utilities, lndry, cable. $850. Perfect for single. Available NOW! 250-898-8702
MEDICAL WALKER, mens, (Dolomite Legacy Lite), like new, $300 cash only please. Call (250)337-5491.
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
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
1975 BAY Field 25 sailboat 4 sails all upgraded, totally equipped. $9000. 1976 Seafarer 22 sailboat all upgraded. $4500.New Astroscan Telescope $175 less than half price. Custom leather cases for cameras, glasses plus coin purses. Custom wood bowls + lamps all types $20 - $300. (250)339-3090
WAREHOUSE SPACE, approx 1600 sq ft, 1491 McPhee Ave., $1500 mo. Avail now. Call (250)702-1096.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
PETS
GARDENING
PETS BABYDOLL MALE Yorkie ready Dec 21st. $700 250897-5962 after 6pm
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE UNDER $100 LIGHTLY USED â&#x20AC;&#x153;Safety Firstâ&#x20AC;? baby stroller $ 70. 250-3381242 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.
UNDER $200 OUTDOOR CARPET brown hardly used. 10x18 $125.00 call 250-338-1004
FUEL/FIREWOOD HANDYPERSONS HOME REPAIR & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free estimate at 250-898-8887.
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AUCTIONS
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Thursday, Dec. 13 Âť 6pm
As-new stainless fridge w/freezer drawer, as-new diesel generator (NGT 6.5), 2007 20 hp Craftsman ride on mower with catcher, drill presses, Snap-On portable Mig welder, Stihl 020 AV chainsaw, motorcycle lift, RV, s/s wheel cover, garden shed, vinyl siding, 24' tapered scaf. planks, nice entrance doors JASON w/window, BowďŹ&#x201A;ex home gym and other exercise equipment, mink blankets, collector plates, artwork, as-new couch & Check out our recliner sets, dining tables, WWII plane prints, coins, stamps, website, for full ad. Viewing: Wed. 9-5 stereo, doll house and doll furniture plus so much more. & Thurs. 9-6
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HELP WANTED
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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COURTENAY: NEWER, spacious 3 bdrm duplex, 2.5 bath, 3 applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, garage, fenced yard, NS/NP, quiet in town neighborhood. Long term preferred. $1050/mo. Call 1-604-4852908, 250-203-4078.
AT LAST! An iron ďŹ lter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions online at: www.bigirondrilling.com Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. BIG BUILDING sale... â&#x20AC;&#x153;â&#x20AC;?This is a clearance sale you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss!â&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;? 20x20 $3,985. 25x24 $4,595. 30x36 $6,859. 35x48 $11,200. 40x52 $13,100. 47x76 $18,265. One End wall included. Call Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca 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 SHIMPO POTTERS wheel, bats included, $600. Olympic klin model# 2327h, 23â&#x20AC;?wx27â&#x20AC;?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). GREAT GIFT IDEA! ChillSpot is The COOLEST Dog Bed-A new and innovative, thermodynamically cooled dog bed, that enhances the cool tile surfaces our pets rely on during the warm weather months. Use promo code COOLGIFT For 10 % off! www.chillspot.biz VIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.
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GOLD IN the hills. Custom built sluce boxes and portable wash trammels. Sizes from 32â&#x20AC;? L X 8â&#x20AC;? W to 59â&#x20AC;? L X 11.5â&#x20AC;? W. Also Foldable and easy to carry models. Models start at $99. Call (250)338-8060.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS FENDER STRATOCASTER Squier series guitar $300 ďŹ rm. call 250-334-3270 for details
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS
103-1045 Cumberland Rd. Courtenay. 2 bdrm,1.5 ba. in quiet, well maintained building, ground ďŹ&#x201A;oor entrance, wood ďŹ&#x201A;oors. $126,500. 250-3381038/ 250-702-5598
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.
SUBSTANTIALLY RENOVATED 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
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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
MOBILE Lougheed,AB. 2bdrm. New roof, siding, windows, doors, app.lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & air cond. Bthrm updated. $22,000. 4908-48th St. Lot 50120 780-385-8795
HOUSES FOR SALE
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Mountain View. 750 Oribi Drive. 4 bdrm. 3 full bathrooms. 12 yrs old. Some renos. RV parking, 5 appls. 61â&#x20AC;? 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.
BIG ROCK BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Campbell River1109 South Island Hwy Avail Jan 1, 2012. 2 bdrms, walk onto the beach waterfront home. Enjoy storm watching, beach ďŹ res and watching the cruise ships sail by. $1200/mo. Call (250)716-1764 References reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d ARDEN AREA: Cozy 3 bdrm mobile home on lovely lot. No through Rd. Gas F/P in living room, fenced garden, new laminate ďŹ&#x201A;ooring. $985. Also avail. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Poshâ&#x20AC;? little 1.5 bdrm cabin, $675. N/S. Call (250)760-0189 or email: vintage_elan@hotmail.com HALF house for rent. Opposite Esquimlat High on 828 Colvile Rd. 3 Bedrooms, large yard for pets and kids250-885-8002 or 250-885- 8090
APARTMENT/CONDO
DO YOU CARE about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned - we own and manage our own buildings only. There is a difference! Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222
GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave. ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious suite. Excellent location in the heart of Comox. Well maintained and well managed mature adult building. Security entry and elevator. Recently renovated. Very attractive. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.
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.
TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. 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.
WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. 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.
OTHER AREAS 20 ACRES FREE! Buy 40-Get 60 acres. $0-Down, $168/mo. Money Back Guarantee. NO CREDIT CHECKS. Beautiful Views. Roads/Surveyed. Neaer El Paso, Texas. Call 1800-843-7537. www.sunsetranches.com
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO LARGE, newly renovated 1-bedroom main ďŹ&#x201A;oor 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
LARGE 1 & 2 bdrms. Free heat. Elevator. Great location! From $625/mo. 250-334-4646.
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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HOMES FOR RENT
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SHARED ACCOMMODATION
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.
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.
LOOKING FOR responsible individual for upstairs accommodation with two bedrooms and private bathroom. Partially furnished. Includes utilities. $650/mo. 250-713-4644
FANNY BAY: Bright 2 bdrm ocean view. Lrg shop. N/P, $850 Avail now. 778-791-0463
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BLUE JAY APARTMENTS
1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay
450-19th Street, Courtenay
2 and 3 bedroom available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental references required.
1 & 2 bedroom available, in quiet secure building, close to Driftwood Mall and bus route. Seniors Welcome. Adult oriented and no pets please. Includes heat, hot water and basic cable. Low hydro. 2 Rental References required.
250-334-3078
Call Pat at 250-703-6965
HOLLYRIDGE MANOR
ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS 1015 Cumberland Rd
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
2 BEDROOM SUITE available in well-respected, adultoriented 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.
339B Nim Nim 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls $1000/mth Avail. Immed. 7403 South Island Hwy. 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appl $1050/mth Avail.immed. 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
250-334-9717
WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS 1252-9th St., Courtenay
PINES APARTMENTS
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.
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
1055-10th Street
For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667
1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay
7-147 STEWART ST 3 bed 1.5 bath N/S 5 appls., $1100/mth AVAIL. DEC. 1ST
289A NIM NIM 4 Bed, 2 Bath, N/S, N/P 5 appls., $1150/mth AVAIL. NOV 15
1888 BATES ROAD 3 Bed, 2 bath, N/S, 5 appls. $1400/mth AVAIL. DEC1 ST
#40-2355 VALLEYVIEW DR. 3 bed 1.5 Bath N/S 5- appls $1100/mth AVAIL. DEC 1
1888 BATES ROAD 3 Bed, 2 bath, N/S, 5 appls. $1400/mth AVAIL. DEC1 ST
1255 9th Street, Courtenay
2 bedroom available January 1st and 15th, in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.
In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome.
For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
To View, Call 250-334-4483
BEECHER MANOR
RUTHERFORD MANOR
1045 Cumberland Road
1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay
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.
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.
RECREATION
CAPE LAZO RV 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
For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
APARTMENT/CONDO
Call 250-334-9717
RYAN COURT
ST. BRELADES
1450 Tunner Drive, Courtenay
146 Back Road, Courtenay
Clean and modern 1 bedroom available now. Cat okay with pet deposit. Lease required. Rent $625/month.
FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, wallto-wall carpets, blinds. Children welcome. Quiet, wellmaintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location. Walking distance to Superstore and North Island College.
Call 250-338-7449
7403 South Island Hwy. 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appl $1050/mth Avail.immed.
7-147 STEWART ST 3 bed 1.5 bath N/S 5 appls., $1100/mth AVAIL. DEC. 1ST
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.
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VANRIDGE MANOR 123 Back Road, Courtenay Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas fireplaces - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.
Call 250-703-2570
CAMPGROUND UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP! Winter monthly rates available. Contact Dave or Shirley at 250-3393946, 685 Lazo Road, Comox, BC.
SHARED ACCOMMODATION FEMALE WANTED to share 2 bdrm suite fenced yard. $500, NS/NP. Call (250)702-4857.
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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
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TOWNHOUSES
339B Nim Nim 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls $1000/mth Avail. Immed.
2286 Lambert Dr 3 bed, 2 bath, N/S, 2 appls. $1300/mth Avail. Immed.
CYPRESS ARMS
COMOX SUITE 2 bdrm bright, newer, nr Q.F. N/S, N/P. Avil Jan 15 or Feb 1. $925/mo 250-339-1122
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#40-2355 VALLEYVIEW DR. 3 bed 1.5 Bath N/S 5- appls $1100/mth AVAIL. DEC 1
CONDOS PACIFIC COURT
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.
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
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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
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250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca 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 SOUTHPOINT ESTATES 2 bdrm, 2 bath patio home, 5 appls, gas F/P, double garage, heat pump, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb 1 $1,250/mth 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.
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2006 MALIBU Maxx, 240 hp 3.9 liter, V6, 4 speed automatic. Manual shift control, 73,000 km. One owner. Call 250-2873401. 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.
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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
1999 HONDA Accord, automatic, fully loaded, leather interior, 6 disc CD player, sunroof, good condition, $5400. Call (250)923-7412.
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2001 Ford Explorer. 6 cylinder, 4 litre engine with 179,000 kms. Asking $6,000.00 Call 250-923-7979
TRUCKS & VANS 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
2000 Dodge Dakota Quad cab 5.9L 164,000 kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. 2- wheel Dr. Lots of new parts. Recent tune up. $5,600 OBO call 250871-7767 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 loaded very nice $6800. 338-4184. 1983 Suzuki GS 1,054 km. Garage $2500. 250-338-4184
2002 Venture Van (maroon) 220km, excellent shape, new tires, brakes, local service & Senior driven. $3900.00 Phone 250-923-5271
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1977 IT-400 YAMAHA. Runs and drives great. Lots of power. Fresh piston. $800 ďŹ rm. 250-287-1163.
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2003 FORD TAURUS. One owner. Loaded, 67,000km. $5,600. 250-287-0198
2005 GRAND-AM, V-6, auto, 133,000km. White exterior/gray interior. One owner. Very clean, runs great. $4,200 obo. (250)616-7252
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2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $10,500. Call after 5pm or leave msg. 1 (250)754-0725
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2002-FORD EXPLORER XLS. Runs excellent. 157,000 kms. Reduced to sell $4,999 OBO. 250-287-2009.
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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 ďŹ rm. 250-287-4625.
2004 GREW BOWRIDER 17ft, Mercury 90 2-stroke motor, with trailer, low hours. Asking, $12,000. Mike 250-597-3389.
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