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Comox Valley hockey graduate Brett McLean helped Canada win the Spengler Cup in Switzerland. page B9
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Terminals will be upgraded Scott Stanfield Record Staff
BC Ferries will provide alternative service early next year while upgrading the Little River terminal in Comox and the Westview terminal in Powell River. The repair period is from January to March. “These terminals, like vessels, have an expected life span, and you have to do at some point significant maintenance to the structures,” said Darin Guenette of BC Ferries. “Then they’ll be good for 40 more years.” Both terminals will close the first three and a half weeks. The Island Sky, the regular vessel on the Saltery Bay-Earls Cove route, will sail between Saltery Bay and Departure Bay in Nanaimo. Sailing time is about three hours. BC Ferries is considering two round trips a day, one in the early morning and one in the evening. The company might arrange flights from Powell River to Comox and a shuttle service during the first part of the project. Priority will be given to passengers with medical appointments. For the remaining four and a half weeks, the Island Sky will sail from Saltery Bay to Little River. The trip is expected to take two hours and 20 minutes. BC Ferries has been consulting with stakeholders and local governments for several months to help solidify its plan. There will be three rounds of public open houses beginning in February in Comox, Powell River and Texada Island.
BC AMBULANCE PARAMEDICS remove an injured man from the base of the Kye Bay bluffs.
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Injured man found at base of Kye Bay bluffs Record Staff A 23-year-old man is recovering in intensive care at Victoria General Hospital after apparently falling down a bluff at Kye Bay over New Year’s Eve. Witnesses say two dog walkers found the man lying on the beach around 10 a.m. New Year’s Day and found him unconscious
but breathing. “(The) boy probably fell down there last night and he was probably laying there all night,” resident Jim Ekdahl told media. “I went down and the (dog-walking) husband was comforting the guy and doing all the right things — holding his head in the right position. I just gave him my coat and covered him and
called 9-1-1 ... and the whole time they were monitoring what was going on.” Ekdahl added the man was breathing but “banged up pretty bad.” Although it is unclear how the man came to be at the base of the 100-foot cliff, it is believed he was there overnight, and Ekdahl believes he was probably
suffering from hypothermia. Comox Valley RCMP confirm no foul play is suspected, although they are interviewing people who may have witnessed the events. Following their initial investigation, police believe the man was at a house party nearby and had been drinking. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Ursula gets donations Hornby Island toddler had brain tumour surgery Record Staff
THE COMOX VALLEY’S first baby of 2013, Frida Anderson, is surrounded by proud parents Niklas and Chrystal Anderson. PHOTO BY RENEE ANDOR
A total of $2,000 was donated to a trust fund for Ursula Joy since an article was published last week in the Comox Valley Record. The Hornby Island toddler is recovering from surgery at B.C. Children’s Hospital in Vancouver to remove a malignant brain tumour. While recovering from the surgery, Ursula stayed with her family at an apartment that Comox Val-
ley charity You Are Not Alone provided for the family to use. She’s back at B.C. Children’s Hospital for a six- to ninemonth regimen of chemotherapy and surgery to insert a feeding tube in her side. H e r parents URSULA JOY are caring for her at the hospital, and a nanny is living with her sisters at the YANA apartment, so that the family can all spend time
together as often as possible. Ursula’s parents are no longer able to work, so fundraising efforts h a v e b e e n taking place to help take financial burdens off these people w h o already have so m u c h stress to bear. T h e Ursula Joy Trust Fund has been set up. Donations can be made at any Coastal Community Credit Union branch.
‘Amazing’ baby arrives a bit early Renee Andor Record Staff
Chrystal and Niklas Anderson got a bit of a surprise when a routine trip to St. Joseph’s General Hospital turned into giving birth to the first Comox Valley baby of 2013. Frida Mary Anna Amaris Anderson was born at 10:02 a.m. New Year’s Day, nearly two weeks before she was due. “It turned out fabulously, though,” firsttime mother Chrystal said with a grin Wednesday. “She’s the cutest baby I’ve ever seen.” Frida was due Jan. 12, but when Chrystal went in for some routine tests New Year’s Eve morning a few complications had come up so hospital staff induced her labour that day. Chrystal had been in labour for 18 hours when Frida’s heartbeat slowed a little and she ended up having a Caesarean section New Year’s Day morning. Frida was born weighing in at just five pounds eight ounces and measuring 19 inches long. And, although she’s tiny, she’s completely healthy. “Amazing” is the word both parents
quickly used to describe how they were feeling Wednesday. “Last night I didn’t want to go to sleep because I just wanted to stare at her all night,” added Chrystal with a laugh. Chrystal noted Frida is spelled the Swedish way as Niklas grew up in Sweden. Middle names Mary and Anna are family names, and Amaris means ‘moon child.’ Chrystal, 28, grew
Frida’s arrival. “All the appliances were delivered last week and we had been — like really — trying to get it done,” said Chrystal, with Niklas chiming in that they just installed their sink and finished the bathroom a couple of days before Frida was born. But they got the house ready just in time for Frida, and they expected to bring her home to it Thursday.
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A CROWD OF more than 300 people gathered Saturday at Simms Millennium Park to support the Idle No More movement.
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Second Idle No More rally planned for this Saturday Erin Haluschak Record Staff
Building on the success of the initial rally in the Comox Valley last weekend, Idle No More organizers are planning a second one this Saturday. They hope to gather more than a mile-long line of people down one of the Comox Valley’s most prominent streets. Organizer Loretta Antoine confirmed a second rally is planned for 2 p.m. at the four corners of Cliffe Avenue and 17th Street in Courtenay. She added in the spirit of the Mile of Flowers — a late May city tradition of planting a mile of flowers down Cliffe Avenue — organizers hope people will gather in even larger numbers than last Saturday’s rally to
have a mile of people. Antoine also noted the rally is a peaceful protest and is encouraging those planning to attend to bring signs, drums, feathers, bagpipes, guitars, horns and more. More than 300 people attended last Saturday’s rally at Simms Millennium Park in Courtenay. Idle No More protests, which are being held in many cities across Canada, are in support of Attawapiskat chief Theresa Spence, who is in her third week of a hunger strike. Spence said she will continue the hunger strike until Prime Minister Stephen Harper agrees to meet with her and other First Nations leaders to discuss the issue of aboriginal treaties. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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New job for Aikins Michael Aikins is the new executive director of Glacier View Lodge and The Views, as appointed by the Glacier View Lodge Society. Aikins is an experienced administrator of long-term care facilities and brings a wealth of expertise with a focus on delivering outstanding care to residents and their families, the society says. Throughout his career, Aikins has demonstrated his commitment to working in a collaborative manner with staff, residents and families. Most recently, he served as the general manager at the Comox Valley Seniors Village and Casa Loma and is, therefore, very familiar with our community. Michael holds a bachelor of applied science (gerontology major) from the University of Guelph in Ontario and holds certification as a long-term care facility administrator. Michael is married and the father of two children, aged four and seven. He will begin work in early January. “I am thrilled with the opportunity to join Glacier View Lodge and The Views,� commented Aikins. “To live and work in the Valley is such an amazing privilege, and to be able to join these reputable community based organizations that have been serving seniors and their families for over 30 years is something I am very much looking forward to.� — Glacier View Lodge Society
Property values in the Comox Valley have remained virtually unchanged over the past two years, according to the latest assessment roll. “Most homes in the Comox Valley were stable in value compared to last year’s assessment roll,� said Vancouver Island regional assessor Bill MacGougan. “Most homeowners will see modest changes in the 10-per-cent to fiveper-cent range.� The assessed value of single-family houses in Courtenay increased from $318,500 as of July 1, 2011 to $319,000 by July 1, 2012. However, strata condominium values dropped from $123,600 to $122,300. In Comox, singlefamily dwellings dropped from $336,800 to $330,000 and condos decreased from $251,200 to $246,700. The assessed value of Cumberland homes
were up 10 per cent compared to last year, he added. “In this case, what brought the numbers up were numbers of multi-family homes
dropped from $255,800 to $252,000 during the same timeframe. The value of rural houses on less than two acres dropped from $352,600 to $351,300,
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being started,� Pinel said. “For the single detached homes, the starts were down by 10 per cent compared to January to November 2011.� More than 32,000 property owners in the Valley can expect to receive their 2013 assessment notices in the next few days. Overall, the Valley’s taxable residential assessment roll is $9,725,922,822 this year. A total of almost $139 million in new residential value has
but single-family homes on more than two acres increased in value from $470,700 in 2011 to $473,000 in 2012. Etienne Pinel, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s senior market analyst for Vancouver Island, notes overall home prices have slightly declined in the Valley — more so for multiple, not single family — according to recent information from the real estate board. Home starts from January to November
been added due to various changes including subdivision, rezoning and new construction. Commercial property assessments in the Valley have changed within the minusfive to five-per-cent range. The taxable commercial assessment roll is $929,489,951 this year. The Courtenay assessment office is at 2488 Idiens Way. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday in January. Property owners can contact BC Assessment at 1-866-825-8322 or via www.bcassessment. ca. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Air advisory removed The Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the Vancouver Island Health Authority has cancelled the air quality advisory for the Courtenay/Comox/Cumberland area that has been in effect since Wednesday. Air quality has improved in the Comox Valley due to a change in weather conditions, the ministry said Thursday in a news release. Open burning may now be con-
ducted without a permit or approval from the Ministry of Environment provided that the activity complies with the Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation, Environmental Management Act, and with any restrictions imposed by other agencies (e.g. municipal burning bylaws). For more information on current air quality, see www.bcairquality.ca. — Ministry of Environment
A PROFESSIONAL AGROLOGIST, Arzeena Hamir will speak on Wednesday at the Evergreen Seniors Lounge.
‘Can we talk?’ asks network The Comox Valley Global Awareness Network will hold the first conversation of a three-part conversation series Jan. 9. A discussion called From Hyperlocal to Global Food Citizen takes place at 7 p.m. at the Evergreen Seniors Lounge at the Filberg Centre in Courtenay. To spark this conversation, Arzeena Hamir will present some comments, ideas and share some of her rich experience. Hamir is a professional agrologist who specializes in organic food production. She has a bachelors degree in crop science from the
University of Guelph and a masters degree in sustainable agriculture from the University of London in England. Arzeena worked abroad for many years as a CUSO volunteer in Thailand and as a researcher in Jamaica, India, and Bangladesh. She was the staff agrologist for West Coast Seeds in the late ‘90s and ran her own seed company, Terra Viva Organics. More recently Arzeena was the co-ordinator of the Richmond Food Security Society where she oversaw a number of community projects which includ-
ed a proposal to the City of Richmond to declare itself a GMOfree Zone. In 2010, in conjunction with Kwantlen University, Arzeena helped to launch the Richmond Farm School. She sits on the board of the BC Food Systems Network and runs Amara Farm, a 25-acre farm in Courtenay. Organizers will request a small donation, which is entirely up to you, at the door in the hope that they can continue to offer more conversations. Refreshments will be available. For more information, call Cari at 250-
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Hospice society there for you Ted Hicks Contributor
When her elderly father suddenly moved into a motel, his daughter was concerned and asked him why. “Well,” her dad replied, “I heard on the news that most people die at home and I want to reduce my risk!” Thinking about our death is not something that comes easily for many people in our society. Yet the statistics are unequivocal — 100 per cent of us are going to die someday. The question is: Have we given those closest to us the gift of being clear what we want when we die? Yes, perhaps we have made advance funeral arrangements and, hopefully, our papers and wills are in order so that we have made things easier for those who survive us. But what about our dying itself? Have we made our wishes clear to guide our family and the attending medical staff in the decisions that may need to be made when our time comes? In the Comox Valley, the hospice society is working to encourage us all to start the conversation with our family and close friends about our end of life wishes, plus taking the next steps by naming in a representation agreement the person we want to speak for us when we cannot speak for ourselves or by putting into writing our personal advance directive. This initiative is in response to new legislation around end of life planning introduced by the B.C. government in September 2011. Subsequent to this revised legislation, the government also prepared an updated guidebook for end of life planning, entitled,
My Voice: Expressing My Wishes for Future Health Care Treatment – Advance Care Planning Guide. The guide contains the necessary forms to prepare one’s own representation agreement and advance directive. The Comox Valley Hospice Society is offering support to groups, families, and individuals in undertaking this important task. Perhaps a speaker could come to your church or community group with a presentation as short as a half-hour or as long as two-hours. Volunteers are also trained to provide a hands-on workshop or series of workshops to assist participants in completing their own representation agreements and advance care directives. There is a wealth of resources — videos, books, websites, and more — that the hospice society can refer you to for further exploration of this important
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and sensitive subject. With the holiday season upon us, many families will be gathering for special celebrations together. Perhaps this year, such occasions will provide just the opportunity to begin or continue these important conversations.
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“Not exactly my choice for sparkling chatter around a festive dinner table!” some might say. And it is true that we might imagine such conversations to be a downer. Yet it is also true that such conversations can lead to deeper appreciation and intimacy within our circles of family and friends. If you or your group wishes more information about end of life planning, or is ready to book a speaker or a workshop, or to access available resources, please call the Comox Valley Hospice Society, 250-339-5533. To access online the My Voice Guide, go to www.seniorsbc.ca/ legal/healthdecisions.
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On Dec. 28th, 2012 police stopped a vehicle for a suspected impaired driver on Ryan Rd near the Superstore entrance. The driver was given a roadside breath test which found he had been drinking. The driver was given a 3-day immediate roadside prohibition and had his vehicle towed. (2012-15930) On Dec. 28th, 2012 police responded to a report of a break and enter to a residence on the 1000 block of 4th St in Courtenay. Thieves broke in through a window and once inside stolen some photographic equipment and some alcohol. This investigation is continuing. (2012-15935) Several vehicles parked around the 1400 block of Valleyview Dr were reported to have been entered and had items stolen on the 28th of Dec. 2012. Most of the vehicles had been left unlocked at the time. Police received a call of a theft of beer on Dec. 28th, 2012 from a residence on the 600 block of Salish St in Comox. The beer was being kept outside on the back deck to stay cold. (2012-15952) On the evening of Dec. 28th, 2012 police came upon a vehicle being operated without its headlights during hours of darkness. The vehicle was stopped and the driver was found to be driving while prohibited. The man was charged and will appear in Provincial court on a later date. (2012-15959) On the evening of Dec. 28th, 2012 police were conducting a road check on Cumberland Rd in Courtenay looking for impaired drivers. One of the vehicles drivers that was checked was found to have been consuming. A roadside breath test was given and the man received a 7-day Immediate roadside prohibition and had his vehicle towed. (2012-15969) On Dec. 29th, 2012 police located a vehicle being driven by an unlicensed driver on the Island Hwy North. The driver was served with an unlicensed driver prohibition notice and had the vehicle that he was driving towed and impounded for 7 days. (2012-15981) The Comox Valley RCMP attended a report of a structural fire at a house on the 1100 block of Lazo Rd in Comox on the morning of Dec. 29th, 2012. The home was a total loss but no one was injured. The Comox Fire Department is investigating. (2012-15984) On Dec. 29th, 2012 police entered into an investigation of an assault that had occurred at a residence on the 5600 block of 1st St in Courtenay. As a result of the complaint and investigation one female has been arrested and charged and will appear in court at a later date. (2012-15993) The Comox Valley RCMP attended a report of a two vehicle collision that occurred on Comox Ave on Dec. 29th, 2012. As a result of that investigation a man has been charged with failing to keep right after crossing the center line and striking a vehicle going in the opposite direction. (2012-16001) On Dec. 29th, 2012 police entered into an assault with a weapon complaint. The victim reported that his girlfriend attacked him with a knife. The woman was arrested and released for a future court date.(2012-16006) On Dec. 29th, 2012 police stopped a vehicle ,for an equipment malfunction, on Fitzgerald Ave in Courtenay. The driver was noted to have the odor of liquor about her person and was given a roadside breath test which was failed. The driver was given a 90 day immediate roadside prohibition and had the vehicle towed and impounded for 30 days. (2012-16018) On Dec. 30th, 2012 two charges of breaching court documents were laid against two separate Courtenay residents. Both persons were on a court ordered curfew and when they were checked they were not home. (2012-16024
and 2012-16026) Police responded to a report of an assault at the Avalanche pub located at 275-8th St in Courtenay. It is reported that a male had punched a woman in the face, while his belt was wrapped around his hand, after she intervened between two males that were going to fight. This investigation is continuing. (2012-16030) On Dec. 30th, 2012 police received several complaints of unlocked vehicles being entered in the Hagen Rd area. Several items including cash and electronics taken. (201216040) Police received a report of a mischief to a vehicle that was parked on the 400 block of Condor St in Comox. The owner reports that on Dec. 31st, 2012 unknown persons scratched their cars windows and parts of the body. (201216060) On Dec. 31st, 2012 police attended to a 2 vehicle collision where one vehicle backed into another vehicle in a parking lot on the 700 block of Anderton Rd in Comox. The offending driver was found to have been consuming alcohol and was given a 12 hour suspension and a ticket for driving contrary to restrictions.(2012-16073) On Dec. 31st, 2012 an on duty police officer witnessed a 2 vehicle collision at the intersection of Lerwick Rd and Ryan Rd in Courtenay. The collision resulted after a vehicle turning left struck a vehicle that was going through the intersection on a green light. The driver turning left was charged with failing to yield on left turn. (2012-16074) On the morning of Jan. 1st, 2013 police and the Courtenay fire department attended to a dumpster fire on the lot at the 7-11 on Ryan Rd in Courtenay. The fire was extinguished and no other property damage occurred. (2012-3) Police were called to a report of a large house party in the Dove Creek area on Jan. 1st, 2013. Upon attendance an assault was reported by two parties blaming the other person. This investigation is continuing. (2013-18) On Jan. 1st, 2013 police were called with a report of a break and enter to a residence and a theft of a motor vehicle. The owner of the residence, situated on the 1000 block Ryan Rd in Courtenay, stated that she has a suspect and police are investigating. (2013-27) Police received a complaint of a theft from a motor vehicle on the 2400 block of 9th St in Courtenay on Jan. 1st, 2013. The thief is reported have stolen cash and credit cards. (2013-36) On Jan. 1st, 2013 the Comox Valley RCMP received a report of an injured young man being located on the beach in the 200 block of Longview Rd in the Kye Bay area. Police and ambulance attended and transported the man to St. Joseph’s hospital and later transferred to Victoria to better care for the injuries he received. This matter is still under investigation. (2013-39) A woman reported having approximately $35,000.00 in jewellery stolen from her vehicle while skiing at Mount Washington on Jan. 31st, 2012. This investigation is continuing. (2013-41) On Jan. 1st, 2013 police received a report of an attempted theft of a canopy off of pickup truck while it was parked on the 200 block of 8th St in Courtenay. (2013-42) On Jan. 1st, 2013 a report of a theft was received by police. The Courtenay Legion staff had a man in custody who had stolen a woman’s purse. When he was asked to empty his pockets that woman’s keys were located. The man was arrested for theft and then also found to in breach of his no consuming alcohol condition on a previous probation order. The man will appear in court on a later date. (2013-49)
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Be prepared, seniors more seniors can attend. Mike Fournier, our Valley’s emergency preparedness expert, and Kurt Macdonald of the Courtenay Fire Department will be on hand to address questions. This meeting is looking at all of the questions surrounding safety in the community and in care and is open to all. It is free and there will be refreshments. For more information, please call Jennifer at 250-334-2321 or Gwyn at 250-338-6265. — Support Our Seniors Comox Valley
What will happen to your parent who lives in care if there’s an earthquake? If you’re a senior living in care near the river, are you worried about a flood? What happens if you’re in a wheelchair and you don’t know about the emergency plan for an earthquake or fire? Emergency preparedness questions will be addressed at the next SOS (Support Our Seniors) Comox Valley meeting on Jan. 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Lower Native Sons’ Hall. The meeting has been changed to daytime so
Comox Lake discussed The Comox Valley Environmental Council will have a meeting Jan. 9 at the Comox Valley Regional District boardroom at 7 p.m. Comox Valley Conservation Strategy project manager David Stapley will give a short presentation on some of the highlights and recommendations from the recently released Comox Lake Watershed Sustainable Use Recreation Area proposal. The regular CVEC meeting will follow. Comox Lake Watershed is the water supply to most of the local urban population, is a valuable recreational area, contains rare and sensitive ecological areas, and is extensively used by the logging industry. Stapley will make a presentation outlining a proposal for a Sustainable Use Recreation Area for the Comox Lake Watershed. The purpose of the proposal is to secure the long-term protection of the watershed to maintain water quality, environmental values and public access for recreation. The proposal has been developed by the Comox Valley Conser-
vation Strategy with the assistance of members of the Courtenay District Fish and Game Club and the Friends of Strathcona Park. David has been a project manager with CVCS since its founding, and has been instrumental in many CVCS endeavours, including the Nature Without Borders publication, which links all of the CVCS groups together. For more, visit www. cvconservationstrategy.org or e-mail dsconsulting@shaw.ca. The CVRD boardroom is at 550B Comox Rd. in Courtenay. The Comox Valley Environmental Council is a 22-year-old notfor-profit society that acts as an umbrella organization for 20 local environmental organizations and local municipal and regional Quality Clothing Affordable Prices BUY 1 & GET
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representatives. CVEC meets five times a year. Meetings are open to the public, and often include a short presentation of some local issue. There are about 1,400 members in the local groups. — Comox Valley Environmental Council
This Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Black Creek Community Association (BCCA) is offering a chance to learn about its fitness centre access system and Bring a Friend promotion, and look at its equipment. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Recycle to Cycle will happen outside in the parking lot at the BCCA. Christmas tree chipping is done by donation and all funds raised Saturday will go directly to purchase a new spin bike for the fitness room. Thanks to Chad Lewis from Above and Beyond Tree Service, a chipper truck will be on site to chip the tinsel
and ornament free, biodegradable Christmas trees at the community centre. Chipping the trees helps speed the composting process and is a better alternative to burning trees in the spring. The event is safe and fun to watch. A full selection of BCCA classes, events and workshops can be viewed in the activity guide on the website at www.bccaonline.ca. The Black Creek Community Centre is at 2001 Black Creek Rd. Call 250-337-5190 if you have questions or require further information. — Black Creek Community Association
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Home assessment rocketed higher Every Friday we feature Valley history taken from our back issues. Five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Most homeowners in the Comox Valley were set to see a 10to 15-per-cent increase in the value of their homes and properties. The increase was expected for singlefamily homes in the area while apartments were expected to see a broader range of increase, between 10 and 30 per cent. Ten years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Hopes for coal bed methane wells near Dove Creek were on hold while the Province sorted out mineral rights’ laws and Priority Ventures prospected for cash. Priority Ventures had been prospecting for natural gas on Vancouver Island for nearly 20 years and test holes drilled two years earlier indicated methane gas deposits in coal beds 2,000 to 3,000 below the surface in Dove Creek. Drilling was delayed
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RENEE ANDOR due to chronic shortness of cash, government regulations and ambiguous laws governing mineral rights, according to company president Neil Swift. The company had
boat, Seafarer, began to leak near Campbell River. He was just off Cape Lazo when the water in his hold cut off electricity. “I knew I was in trouble when the lights went out and all the instruments quit,” said Knapp. “The wind was blowing about 45 knots and the waves were very steep.” Comox Marine Res-
I knew I was in trouble when ❝ the lights went out and all the instruments quit. The wind was blowing about 45 knots and the waves were very steep.
❞Ray Knapp
hoped to start drilling in the spring. Fifteen years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: A 56-foot boat made an emergency stop at the Comox Marina on New Year’s Eve. Montana resident Ray Knapp was nearing the end of his 2,400mile solo round trip between Seattle and Alaska when his power
cue volunteers helped his crippled boat ashore. Twenty years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Plans for a skateboard park in Courtenay were in the works. Courtenay council backed the proposed project in principle and authorized the Recreation Advisory Committee to look for a
suitable site in a city park. About 30 teens had already been busy raising money to build a skateboard park, which was estimated to cost $50,000 — of which the teens planned to raise $25,000. Coun. Bob Melnuk said the teens seemed to be very serious about completing the project. “They have a chap who has designed seven or eight skateboard parks across North America and he’s prepared to work with them,” he added. Twenty-five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Islands Trust politicians were strongly against a proposed new regional district that would include Denman and Hornby islands. Trustees held an emergency meeting in Victoria in response to recommendations of a provincial legislative committee report calling for the gradual formation of a new regional district for the 13 islands. According to Trust chairman Nick Gilbert,
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Local companies named as finalists The B.C. public has voted, and local businesses Pomfennworks Studio and PixelPoint Design and Consulting have been named in the top 10 best small businesses in the province as part of the Small Business BC Successful You Awards Contest. Courtenay business Pomfennworks Studio is competing for
the Best Community Impact Award, recognizing the business that best demonstrates a positive impact and investment in the community in which they operate. PixelPoint is competing for Best Online Marketer Award for an integrated e-mail and social media marketing campaign that demon-
strates creativity, originality and appeal as well as proven positive results. Throughout the last two months these companies gained enough online votes to be named to the top 10. Finalists were selected by B.C. residents who benefit from these businesses, with votes collected online using
social media, e-communications and word of mouth. The contest recognizes the contributions outstanding B.C. entrepreneurs make in six award categories. This year’s finalists come from diverse sectors such as technology, hospitality, tourism and health care. More than 25 communities
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This is the time of the year that many marketers try to predict the trends that will shape the coming year and influence marketing and communications efforts. While no one can be absolutely sure of what will happen, these predictions do provide a sense of direction for making your plans. Here’s a sampling of what some of these trend-spotters envision will influence marketing and communications decisions. With people sharing so many things with their friends and colleagues, thanks to social networks, companies that understand and capitalize on the peer-to-peer sharing trend will be able to build more profitable customer relationships. As the world becomes even more fast paced, stress is becoming a factor in making decisions. As it becomes more widely accepted as both a medical concern and a rising cost issue, companies will need to develop strategies that will help prevent and reduce stress. Companies that make life easier and more efficient will win a loyal following. Integrated marketing and communications will become increasingly important in the development
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SMITH of overall strategies. Consumers now move effortlessly between mediums and communications channels. Companies that develop co-ordinated programs in order to interact on multiple occasions will have a better chance of staying connected with consumers. As we increasingly live online in a virtual world, we’ll place a premium on sensory experiences. Companies should look for more ways to engage the senses – sounds, lights or smells – in products and experiences. Building relationships and joint campaigns with likeminded and non-com-
petitive companies will take on more importance as it becomes essential to be able to leverage marketing dollars so that they yield better results. The importance of branding will become a more dominant force in reaching out to consumers. The aim of branding is to not only build awareness and create a good visual impression but to create interactions and build trust which will influence consumers and lead to a positive action. The Internet is a place where almost every product can be found without help from any type of intermediary. This will continue to drastically change the purchasing process and pricing strategies. Just like the large companies, small-business owners, particularly retailers, need to find new ways to add ‘value’ to their
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Claymore BRIC (CBQ) ................ 25.10 BHP Billliton ADR (BHP) ........US$79.93 Power Shrs.QQQ (Nasdaq 100) US$67.21 Aberdeen Asia Pacific (FAP)......... 7.37 S&P TSX 60 (XIU) ...................... 18.07 Government Bonds
5 year (CDN): ..........................1.43% 10 year (CDN): ........................1.88% 30 year (CDN): ........................2.43% 30 year Treasury bonds (US): ....3.03% Fixed Income GICs
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products or services. While health and happiness have always been important, they will take on a greater role as people position them higher up on their needs and wants list. Businesses, whether selling products or services, must be able to show that they can be a catalyst to a happier, healthier lifestyle. In addition to trends there are some issues on the horizon that will impact how companies do business. One issue is privacy and how companies manage and protect their customers. It is not just the data collected when visiting a website or making a purchase, privacy issues
with regards to security cameras and customer activities being recorded and tagged on some social networks are making headlines. Companies will need to amplify their commitment to privacy policies to ensure their customers know they are protected. Lastly there is the economy and those unexpected storms that crop up. There can be no predictions made here but with proper planning and a good attitude 2013 can be happy and prosperous. Joe Smith is a communications consultant and an accomplished fine artist. He can be reached at joesmith@ shaw.ca.
TOWN OF COMOX Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that the Town of Comox intends to make application to Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), West Coast Service Centre for a Sponsored Crown Grant for Institutional (Community Recreational) Purposes situated on Provincial Crown land located in the vicinity of the Town of Comox. The Lands File Number that has been established for this application is File # 0269455. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Section Head, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations at 142 - 2080 Labieux Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6J9, or emailed to: AuthorizingAgency.Nanaimo@gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received by MFLNRO until February 10, 2013. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our website: http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor.
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editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com TOWN OF COMOX PUBLIC NOTICE In accordance with Section 127 of the Community Charter the following is a schedule of Regular Council meetings and Committee of the Whole meetings to be held during 2013. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS - 2013 Regular Council Meetings are scheduled for the first and third Wednesday of each month, commencing at 5:30 p.m. Amendments have been made to allow for summer holidays and conference schedules. Meetings will be held in the Council Chambers located at 1801B Beaufort Avenue. The specific dates of the Regular Council meetings are as follows: FEBRUARY 06 MARCH 06 APRIL 03 MAY 01 JUNE 05 SEPTEMBER 04 OCTOBER 02 NOVEMBER 06 DECEMBER 04
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETINGS - 2013 Committee of the Whole meetings are scheduled for the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, commencing at 4:15 p.m. Amendments have been made to allow for summer holidays and conference schedules. Meetings will be held in the Council Chambers located at 1801B Beaufort Avenue. The specific dates of the Committee of the Whole meetings are as follows: JANUARY 09 FEBRUARY 13 MARCH 13 APRIL 10 MAY 08
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COMOX VALLEY RECORD COMOX VALLEY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Publisher: Joanna Ross Editor: Mark Allan Ph: 250-338-5811 / Fax: 250-338-5568 / Classified: 1-855-310-3535 A division of Black Press Ltd. 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com The Comox Valley Record is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org
Reaching into our wallets It’s a new year, and that means that all levels of government have their hands in your pockets a little more deeply than in 2012. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation sent out a press release last week outlining just how much additional pocket picking is coming our way in 2013. The list is substantial. The most substantial, and perhaps the most unfair, is the boost in Medical Services Plan premiums. These premiums will go up by $60 per family this year, and have now risen 24 per cent ($300 per family) in three years — far more than the rate of inflation. This boost in MSP fees was first brought in by the provincial government to help deal with its deficit, and it has since discovered that it’s a tax boost that causes minimal political trouble. It appears this premium will keep rising until enough members of the public start to pay full attention to just how much it is costing them. The federal government doesn’t get off scot-free. As of Jan. 1, premiums for Employment Insurance are rising, and so are contributions to the Canada Pension Plan. While contributors will get their CPP contributions back eventually if they retire and collect CPP, the same cannot be said for EI. A small portion of the population actually collects it, but all working people and their employers pay dearly for the program. Municipal governments, which are in the midst of giving their employees raises, will boost property taxes by two to five per cent this year. The province is facing a massive deficit and claims it will bring in a balanced budget, so that adds up to all kinds of tax increases that we have yet to see. But in the meantime, BC Hydro, controlled by the province, is raising rates by almost four per cent on April 1. Taxpayers may get a small break if the PST, due to come back on April 1, isn’t levied on some services, as happened under the HST. One thing is certain — governments have an insatiable appetite for our money. While much of the money they take goes to useful services, there is plenty of room for better management and for minimal tax increases. Langley Times
Record Question of the Week This week: Eighteen per cent of respondents said they plan to make a new year’s resolution. Next week: Do you support the Idle No More movement that opposes the federal government’s Bill C-45? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Ma Making up lost ground, the local Salvation Army’s Kettle Campaign exceeded its $250,000 target by at least $20,000 thanks to Comox Valley generosity.
A social media rumour that got distorted until it bore no resemblance to reality caused needless concern recently at G.P. Vanier Secondary School.
He invested in community Hans Peter Meyer Contributor
Pat Glazner was a good friend and a good man. He was a rare person, and a beloved man. During the years of our friendship — from my early 20s to early 30s — he played a very important role in my life, and in the life of my young family. We weren’t alone. In his quiet way Pat had a profound impact on many of the people he met in his travels and in his community. When Pat died of cancer in his early 40s, I resolved that he should be remembered in some way. Several years after his death I started a named fund in his honour at Vancity Foundation (http://j.mp/PatGlaznerFund). With the help of my children and some family friends, we “invested” approximately $2,500 to start the Pat Glazner Fund. The purpose of the fund is to support the important work of the Comox Valley Land Trust (www.cvlandtrust.ca). I say “investment” because I think strategic funds and contributions like the Pat Glazner Fund are “investments in my community.” In this case, every dollar helps build the capacity of an organization working to mitigate and prevent damage to regional ecosystems in the Comox Valley. This isn’t just about keeping our place beautiful, though I think that too is important. More importantly, however, the CVLT’s work is about keeping our community livable. Healthy. Sustainable ecologically, socially, and financially. As communities small and large begin to feel the economic impact of climate change (Hurricane Sandy is a recent example), our investments in natural systems will prove their long-term value. They will help sustain quality of life. They will help mitigate
the significant tax increases that all communities face as they respond to extreme weather. Dollars invested in natural infrastructure today will save us many dollars in the not toodistant future. Why the Comox Valley Land Trust as beneficiary? I was born into this region, and have spent most of my life here. The natural beauties, not to mention the natural amenities, of this place are very important
As communities ❝ small and large begin to feel the economic impact of climate change (Hurricane Sandy is a recent example), our investments in natural systems will prove their long-term value.
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Hans Peter Meyer to me and to my family. One of the things I loved about my friend Pat was his ability to enjoy and celebrate this place. Walking through forests, cycling throughout the Valley, swimming in so many of the area’s waterholes — this is how I remember him. In his last years Pat did more than enjoy the region’s natural beauty: He got active. With others, he literally put his body in the way of those who would cut down or otherwise desecrate places that he valued. It wasn’t just the beauty of the places that mattered anymore; it was their spiritual and healthgiving properties that were at stake. The feeling for protecting this place and its natural values that Pat shared with a number of other Comox Valley environmental leaders was ahead of its time. Two decades after Pat’s death, we have a better understanding
of the linkages between healthy natural systems and lower taxes, better quality of life, and the sustainability of our communities. There are many organizations that share Pat Glazner’s special appreciation for the Comox Valley. I chose the Comox Valley Land Trust because I think Pat would appreciate the work that CVLT is doing in this Valley that he loved: • CVLT is about protecting special places. • CVLT is about working in collaboration with other organizations. • CVLT has a dedicated board and staff. • Through projects (like Nature Without Borders) CVLT has built a reputation for progressive, collaborative, and quality actions that are having an impact on local government, private land owners, and development. How are you investing in your community? Supporting CVLT is, for me, a way of honouring the values that Pat helped me to appreciate, and a way of investing in the future of this place. Regular monthly or annual investments in the Comox Valley via the Pat Glazner Fund are a way to support CVLT. All earnings from the fund go directly to building the Comox Valley Land Trust’s capacity to do its work: sustaining quality of life in our region. I ask that you consider joining me in making an investment in the future of the Comox Valley: • To donate online, please visit this Vancity Foundation link at j.mp/PatGlaznerFund. • To donate by mail, please make your cheque payable to the Comox Valley Land Trust with a note referring to the Pat Glazner Fund. Cheques can be mailed to the Comox Valley Land Trust at 2356 Rosewall Cres., Courtenay, B.C. V9N 8R9.
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Friday, January 4, 2013 • COMOX VALLEY RECORD
Campsite owners are thankful
Governments need to unite Dear editor, So they say they’re going to start site preparation for a new hospital. I’m writing to express criticism about municipal governance, and how the fact that we have four separate governments has led to the decision to build (or rather, “prepare the site for”) an inadequate hospital at an inferior location. I believe if the Comox Valley had been speaking with one voice, VIHA would not have backed away from its original plan for a single regional hospital. And, if there were a single government in the Comox Valley, the Lerwick site would not have been selected. But, because there are four governments, Courtenay
City council was put on the spot to rezone the property to accommodate a hospital. A government that represents only one-third of the population of the Valley was asked to determine the location of a hospital that is meant to serve the entire population of the Comox Valley. All this plan really amounts to is putting a paint job on St. Joseph’s, moving it from Comox to Courtenay and adding 50 beds. For $300 million! That’s (let’s see — $300 million divided by 50, take off the zeros, which makes it $30 million divided by 5 — Holy Cow!) $6 million per bed. Call me crazy, but (No, don’t call me crazy. I hate it when people call me crazy.) I bet the government
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that comes in next spring is going to have a look at that and say Holy Cow — we don’t have that kind of money! For that kind of project! In that location! And then what? Are all four governments somehow going to get it together and go down as one to Victoria to protest? Like they got together over the homeless shelter? Let’s join up as a single municipality so we can speak with one voice regarding how things happen in the Comox Valley. Erik Eriksson, Comox Valley
Shovelling good for soul Dear editor, Early Sunday morning and I’m out the door to shovel the sidewalk. We usually take turns with the neighbour to the right, especially because the husband is elderly and frail. We don’t bother with the neighbour on the other side. He is fit and able, just a tad on the lazy side and then next to him is the neighbour we all wish would clean up his act. The more I worked
up a sweat the more my mind wandered. It was actually judgmental of me to decide who was lazy and who wasn’t, so I kept on shovelling. Whether the neighbourhood had issues with someone didn’t change the fact that we are all connected. Bad behaviour usually stems from pain and misery. If one hurts, on a deep inner level where we are all one, we all hurt. And so I kept shov-
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elling. Not only did I shovel in front of the houses. I also shovelled their sidewalks and steps up to the front door. I sped up. I didn’t want to be caught. I was not doing this for recognition or thanks. Tears welled up and streamed down my face. Seven houses later and I returned home feeling blessed and at peace. Bev Petersen, Courtenay
Dear editor, We thank you so much. For so many years, my husband and I have been on an incredible learning journey. This small community at Maple Pool (Campsite) sits at a corner of the Valley quietly by itself, and there must be a reason that draws people to this particular place to live or wait for transiting to the next stop on their journey. Most of those who live here not only say “hello” to each other as neighbours, but also know each other as more than just acquaintances. A few people choose to stay inside their homes silently, because the “social culture” is very difficult to them. We thank so many people in the Valley who send their concerns and who are generous to the people who live at Maple Pool; people like the students of École Robb Road Elementary, who collected clothing; River Heights Church, who prepared the Christmas dinner for people living at Maple Pool; Cindy’s family, who brought many socks, and some gifts to the lady who cannot afford to buy for her grandchildren. Hot Chocolates, who brought the ice cream and cheesecake for the End of Season Soccer Program; the outreach workers of several organizations; and the letters or opinion writers who expressed support — thank you to you all. Thank you also to those who choose to remain anonymous, who sometimes drop
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off bread or other stuff, or who just want to help, and to the group of people who have donated time and knowledge to help. Countless thanks from DaLi and me; we do appreciate the kindness and support from all of you. To Clive and Maggie for bringing the friendship to us and the caring to the people at the campsite: we salute to you from bottom of our hearts. My husband and I are still learning from
many people who live or have lived in the Maple Pool community — what an adventure it has been for us. People who are having issues with social benefit systems, some with drug issues or socalled addictions, and all the unfamiliar surroundings. Both of us were so clueless at the beginning. Slowly, we learned and understood that we cannot solve all the problems, but we can at least do our best to try to make
a difference. For people living in the Valley who are marginalized, I believe the right way to deal with the situation is by caring and education, not discrimination. At the same time it is important that they learn how to choose a better route to go on their life journey, because they have responsibilities, too. We thank everyone who has played a part in helping encourage them and helped guide them on their journey. We wish all the best to readers and their families and hope we all have a peaceful new year! DaLi and Jin Lin, Courtenay
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Is son’s excessive video playing a true addiction? gies that you can use to intervene as a parent. Some warning signs that video game use is becoming a problem are preoccupations with gaming, loss of interest in other activities, lying or hiding game use, defensiveness and anger, social isolation or withdrawal, using gaming as an escape from other problems and disruption of personal care routines (eating, sleeping, bathing etc.). At its worst, gaming becomes compulsive and individuals suffer
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ily about how you are going to manage the online game use. Work at maintaining a positive relationship with your son as you all seek to learn how to make sure that the online game use does not develop into a problem that disrupts your son’s and your family’s life. He is likely going to resist any restriction you want to place on his game use, yet he is more likely to cooperate with the limits you establish if he feels heard as part of
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We finally gave into our son’s repeated requests and allowed him to buy one of those multi-person role-playing video games. We were not too sure about buying it but our son worked on us until we agreed. Now we are beginning to regret the decision. He has been playing the game online with his friends almost non-stop since he got it. He is totally focused on it and says that is what all his friends are doing as well. Instead of going out and spending time with them he is meeting them online. Arguments are already starting around how much he seems to be playing the game. Is this a problem? Is it something that he could be addicted to or am I blowing things out of proportion? This is a great question! The explosion of interest, use and popularity of this type of video game is raising concerns for many people. Children, adolescents and adults are all spending more and more time immersed in the worlds that these games provide. These games invite participants to join together in increasingly complex, challenging and stimulating online environments and they provide rewards to those who spend the most time playing the games. There is not yet a consensus on whether or not it is possible to be addicted to these games. Certainly there is increasing evidence of the negative impacts of excessive play and there is a growing body of research that would support recognizing the existence of extreme video game use as a behavioural addiction. It is important that you are aware of some of the warning signs and some of the strate-
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treasures. The combination of his rich baritone voice, confident finger-picking guitar style, and wonderful repertoire make him a popular addition to It has become a local many local open mics. music tradition, and a With songs that fun way for people to range from familstart off the new year. iar favourites by Eric The vocal trio Voic- Clapton, Stan Rogers, es Three will perform Leonard Cohen, or Joni their annual January Mitchell to the blues fundraising concert for styling of Ken Hamm the Comox Valley Hos- or Joe Cocker, White pice Society (CVHS) on Hat John will provide Jan. 8 at the Mex Pub the perfect ambience in Courtenay. to start the evening’s Voices Three, which entertainment. is comVo i c e s p r i s e d Three is of local well known Their soldsongwrit- out shows have for perers Helen formancA u s t i n , introduced audies that Sue Pyper ences to musical deliver and Judy soundscapes that spine-tinWing, will gling harp e r f o r m visit life experimonies, their con- ences common to musical cert as the most, expressed diversity, f e a t u r e d in songs about and banter guests of that brings the 1st searching and ripples T u e s d a y finding, moments of comFundrais- of self-discovery, edy relief. ers, an Their soldo n g o i n g insecurities, and out shows m o n t h l y relational ambiv- have introc o n c e r t alence. d u c e d series that a u d i r a i s e s ences to money for local chari- musical soundscapes ties. (As the first Tues- that visit life experiday in January fell on ences common to most, New Year’s Day, the expressed in songs event has been moved about searching and to Jan. 8.) finding, moments of The evening’s enter- self-discovery, insecutainment will begin rities, and relational at 7:30 with an open- ambivalence. ing set by John Enns, Adding to the eveknown in many local ning’s diversity will be musical circles as violinist Blaine DunWhite Hat John. away, percussionist Enns is one of the Jim Stepan and bassComox Valley’s musical ist Bruce Wing. The
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THE POPULAR TRIO known as Voices Three (from left, Sue Pyper, Helen Austin and Judy Wing) will sing Jan. 8 at the Mex Pub in a fundraiser for the Comox Valley Hospice Society. resources for the terminally ill, their families and caregivers, as well as the bereaved. Their efforts bring comfort and compassion to families in times when it is most needed. The 1st Tuesday event on Jan. 8 will provide an opportunity to raise awareness of the work of the Comox Valley Hospice Society, show community support, and enjoy some great musical entertainment. For more information about Voices Three, please visit www.voicesthree.com. — Voices Three
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Post-traumatic stress disorder examined World Community plete access into their and towards a greatpresents a special film lives, their thoughts er understanding of screening of War in the and their treatment PTSD, allowing us to Mind on Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. in the hope that more witness sessions of a therapeutic in the Stan Hagen The- of their colleagues will unique program for solatre at North diers that helps Island ColDirector Judy Jackson’s to unwind some lege. Throughof the trauma. out history the compassionate film takes the This kind of lasting psycho- viewer beyond the five-minute successful treatlogical effects of war have stories on the evening news and ment promises great hope for taken a ter- towards a greater understandthe future — rible toll on sol- ing of PTSD, allowing us to hope that more diers and their soldiers can families, but witness sessions of a unique turn away from until the 1980s, therapeutic program for soldesperation and post-traumatic diers that helps to unwind thoughts of suistress disorder some of the trauma. cide and return (PTSD) was to life with their unrecognized as a treatable injury. step forward and seek families. Watch the trailer for Sufferers were derided help. In an intimate and this 64-minute film at as malingers — or even candid interview, Sena- www.mcnabbconnolly. shot for desertion. Today, there has been tor and retired general ca/titles/4840/war_in_ some positive change Roméo Dallaire elabo- the_mind. Admission Jan. 8 is in recognizing opera- rates on and guides us through the experience tional stress injury. As the startlingly of operational stress high number of mili- injury. We also hear from tary suicides in Canada, USA and the U.K. the mothers of three are starting to come to young soldiers in three light, it is clear that countries whose sons there is much work ended their lives — solto be done to edu- diers whose service to cate both the public their countries has gone and the military and unnoticed and unherto increase access to alded — the ones who treatment. War in the are slipping through Mind takes us into the the cracks. Director heart of the issue by Judy Jackson’s comgiving voice to soldiers passionate film takes who have, with incred- the viewer beyond the stories ible courage, allowed five-minute the filmmakers com- on the evening news
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 3D PG: Frequent violence, frightening scenes. Fri to Sat: 6:40 & 10:00; Sun to Thurs: 7:10 Fri to Sun Mats: 3D 11:45; Regular 2D: 3:10 Jack Reacher PG: Violence; coarse language. Nightly: 7:00 & 9:40; Fri to Sun Mats: 12:10 & 3:30 Parental Guidance G: No warning. Pass Restricted until January 8th 2013. Nightly: 6:50; Fri to Sun Mats: 12:20 & 3:40 Killing Them Softly 14A: Course language. Nightly 9:05 Les Miserables PG: Violence; sexually suggestive scenes Pass Restricted until January 8th 2013. Fri to Sat: 6:30 & 9:55; Sun to Thurs: 7:20; Fri to Sun Mats: 11:55 & 3:20 www.landmarkcinemas.com Driftwood Mall 250-338-5550
AVALANCHE BAR & GRILL comedy night on the third Thursday of the month, starting at 9 p.m. House Ten85 DJs live music starting every Saturday at 9 p.m. FMI: 250-331-0334. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY open Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open Mondays to Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: 250-338-6211 or www. comoxvalleyartgallery.com. CORRE ALICE GALLERY at 2781 Dunsmuir Ave. in Cumberland. GRIFFIN PUB north of CFB Comox hosts Jazztet every Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. JOE’S GARAGE features Comox Valley Uke Jam every second Tuesday. Ukulele instruction at 7 p.m., jam at 8 p.m. MEX PUB has a Rock ‘n Country Jam ‘n Dance hosted by Outlaw Fever on Tuesdays (except the first Tuesday of the month), starting at 9 p.m. MUIR GALLERY from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at 440 Anderton Ave. in Courtenay. PEARL ELLIS GALLERY in Comox open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. at 1729 Comox Ave. Members’ fundraiser show and sale to Jan. 27. FMI: www.pearlellisgallery.com or Facebook. POTTERS PLACE holds sale in January. FMI: 250-334-4613 or www.thepottersplace.ca. WAVERLEY HOTEL jam night with Brodie Dawson and friends runs every Thursday, no cover. Visit www.waverleyhotel.ca. WHISTLE STOP PUB house band Big Fun on stage each weekend. ZOCALO CAFÉ, bassist Tim Croft plays duets with different musicians in various genres Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Anderson Jazz Syndicate performs on the last Friday of each month. Music begins at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 5 HELEN AUSTIN and DAISY SQUIRES begin concert series at King George Hotel in Cumberland at 7 p.m. FMI: helen@helenaustin.com. SILK PAJAMAS at Zocalo Café, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Jazz standards, blues and country.
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Saturday, Jan. 26 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents España: Music from Spain, Native Sons Hall.
Sunday, Jan. 27 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents España: Music from Spain, Native Sons Hall. RANDY (EVIS) FRISKIE at Sid Williams Theatre, 7 p.m. FMI: sidwilliamstheatre.com. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents TIFF movie Barbara, Rialto Theatre, 5 p.m. Tickets at CVAG. FMI: 250-338-6211
Friday, Feb. 1 WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL at various venues. For tickets, call Sid Williams Theatre box office (250338-2430 or toll free 1-866898-8499) or order online at www.sidwilliamstheatre. com. FMI: www.worldcommunity.ca.
Saturday, Feb. 2 WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL at various venues. For tickets, call Sid Williams Theatre box office (250338-2430 or toll free 1-866898-8499) or order online at www.sidwilliamstheatre. com. FMI: www.worldcommunity.ca.
Sunday, Feb. 10 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents An Affair to Remember, Native Sons Hall.
Saturday, May 26 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents Gilbert and Sullivan, Native Sons Hall.
Sunday, May 27 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents Gilbert and Sullivan, Native Sons Hall.
Friday, July 14 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: http://www.islandmusicfest. com.
VOICES THREE at Mex Pub. White Hat John opens at 7:30 p.m. Admission by cash donation to Comox Valley Hospice Society or food donation to Comox Valley Food Bank. WORLD COMMUNITY holds special screening of War in the Mind, 7 p.m., Stan Hagen Theatre at North Island College in Courtenay. Admission by donation. FMI: 250-337-5412.
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Friday, Aug. 2
COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY opens exhibits In the Presence of Absence/Rights and Wrongs/Portfolio, 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is free or by donation. FMI: 250-3386211.
FILBERG FESTIVAL at Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park in Comox. FMI: http://filbergfestival.com.
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Sunday, Jan. 13 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents Toronto International Film Festival movie Midnight’s Children, Rialto Theatre, 4:30 p.m. Tickets at CVAG. FMI: 250-338-6211.
Saturday, Jan. 19 GREASE SINGALONG at Sid
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Sunday, July 16 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: http://www.islandmusicfest. com.
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Bee first in 2013 Bee Wolf Ray got Thursday nights at the Zocalo Café off to a good start for 2013 this week. This is part of a series of evenings featuring the music of one of Comox Valley’s best-kept secrets, Bee Wolf Ray. On the first Thursday of the month, for the past four months, accompanied by Jack Sigurdson on lead guitar, Bee has shared an evolving repertoire of eclectic original and cover songs, by such diverse artists as Joni Mitchell, Johnny Horton, Leonard Cohen, Steve Earle, 4 Non Blondes and the Boomtown Rats. Every first Thursday of the month, enjoy an evening of intimate singer-songwriter music with the delicious food and drink at the Zocalo Café. These shows are by donation. For more information about Bee’s music, visit her Facebook artist page at www.facebook.com/ bee.wolfray.music. — Bee Wolf Ray
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A CONCERT SERIES at the King George Hotel in Cumberland begins this Saturday with Helen Austin and daughter Daisy.
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McLean, Canada capture Spengler Earle Couper
HC Lugano of Switzerland this season where he has 23 points (7g, 16a) through Canada captured the 33 games. In 2010-11 he Spengler Cup hockey cham- was with SC Bern when pionship on Dec. 31, defeat- they won the NLA champiing HC Davos 7-2. Among onship. After a productive junior those celebrating at centre ice of Valliant Arena career with the Kelowin Davos, Switzerland was na Rockets of the Western Hockey League (that Brett McLean of Comox. He was part of a team included an appearance on laden with top-line NHL the 1997-98 West second talent who were available all-star team) McLean was selected with for the tournathe sixth to ment due to the last pick, 242nd NHL lockout. overall, in the Canada got 1997 NHL off to a rough Entry Draft start at the sixby the Dallas team affair, losStars. ing their Dec. The ensuing 26 opener 2-1 years saw “The in overtime to Royston RockAdler Manet” rack up nheim, the frequent flyer top team in miles as he the German played for the league. BRETT MCLEAN IS Colorado AvaUndeterred, enjoying another lanche, Florida the Canadians season of hockey in Panthers and bounced back Chicago Blackbig time on Switzerland. Dec. 27 to blank host HC hawks as well as the minor league affiliates of the MinDavos 5-0. That win put Canada nesota Wild and Calgary into the semifinals on Dec. Flames and an invite to the 30, where they skated to a Tampa Bay Lightning train5-1 win over HC Fribourg- ing camp in 2009-10. His first taste of EuroGotteron of Switzerland. The championship final pean hockey came in 2004was all Canada as they led 05 with Malmo of Sweden. 3-0 by the midway point of He played with SC Bern in the first period and scored 2009-10 and 2010-11. In July 2011 McLean the only two goals of the second stanza to go up 5-1 signed a two-way contract after 40 minutes of play with the Blackhawks. on the defending tourney Unable to stick with the ‘Hawks out of training champs. McLean, a 34-year-old camp, McLean was assigned forward who wore #15 at to their AHL affiliate, the this year’s Spengler, has Rockford IceHogs. Upon reaching the midrepresented Canada on several occasions, including point of the 2011–12 season the 1998 IIHF World Junior without a recall, McLean sought his release and championship. This was his fourth Spen- returned to the Swiss NLA, gler Cup appearance and he signing and later extending finished with no points in for a further season with HC Lugano in March 2012. two games played. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com McLean is playing for
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TWO CONVINCING WINS by Mike Hackert (left) over Tim Hague have earned him a spot on MFC 36: Reality Check. PHOTO BY ROB TRUDEAU
Hackert prepping for MFC 36 The Maximum Fighting Championship (MFC) has officially signed one of the biggest heavyweight matchups in organizational history for MFC 36: Reality Check. Canada’s top two heavyweights will square-off with an MFC title shot at stake when undefeated hotshot Smealinho Rama meets rising star Mike “The Honey Badger” Hackert of Comox on Friday, Feb. 15. The bout will be a highlighted match-up on the MFC 36
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Hague in their rematch and left no doubt who the No. 1 heavyweight in Canada is right now. Mike has some of the most incredible hands in MMA today and he can be a very destructive force. “I have no doubt this will be the best heavyweight fight in Canadian MMA history, and the winner will deservedly get the MFC title shot.” Rama (5-0) has also agreed to a new, multifight contract fresh off his tidy first-round submission victory over Ryan Fortin at MFC 35. The native of Albania, who now fights out of Calgary, Alberta, has not been outside the first round in all five of his outings. In fact, his two knockout and three submission verdicts have all come in under four minutes. Against Fortin, Rama flashed deceiving quickness along with a decent ground attack from a young fighter who weighed in at 260 pounds. He nearly finished the fight in the early moments with a neatly put together armbar, and ultimately coaxed the tapout with a rear-naked choke. Hackert (6-1), who trains at the Comox Valley Boxing Club, has just one stoppage to his credit, but it came in his most recent and most important fight of his career thus far. Following up on his stunning upset of veteran Tim Hague this past May, Hackert stepped forward for a rematch then promptly put on a striking clinic and took out Hague with a TKO victory at the 2:27 mark of the first round. The Honey Badger, who stepped in the ring against Hague for the rematch at a lean 222 pounds, has some of the fastest hands in the heavyweight ranks – an arsenal that quickly put Hague in peril in the much-ballyhooed rematch. Tickets for MFC 36: Reality Check are on sale and available at www.ticketmaster.ca or by calling the MFC Ticket Hotline at 780504-2024. Maximum Fighting Championship
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Nine Yetis selected for All Star Classic Earle Couper Record Staff
The Comox Valley Glacier Kings are sending nine players to the 2013 VIJHL All Star Classic. Defencemen Garrett Halls and Nick Tupper along with forwards Tyson Rennie, Michael Scobie and Mitch Ball have been named to the Team North All Star team while d-men John Gosbee and Rylan Ball along with forwards Sheldon Brett and Cal-
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per game or $25 for the entire event; students and seniors $12 per game or $20 for entire event; children nine and under $10 per game or $15 entire event. Cost of the banquet is $30. The Glacier Kings returned to regular season action last night with a game in Nanaimo against the Buccaneers, who they are chasing for first place in the North Division. (Game result was unavailable at press
time). The Icemen opened the second half of the season riding a fourgame winning streak. At 15-15-2 they are six points back of the 18-13-2 Bucs. The task gets even tougher tomorrow night (Jan. 5) when they host the Saanich Braves (7:30 p.m. Sports Centre Arena #1). The Braves are second in the South Division and second overall with a 24-6-2 record. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Have you ever wanted to try biathlon? If so, your chance comes Saturday, Jan. 5 when the Vancouver Island Biathlon Club presents Give It A Shot at the Mount Washington Nordic site. “No experience? No problem. Our instructors are available to get you started,” a VIBC spokesperson said. Givit It A Shot runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The $10 fee covers insurance, use of a rifle, ammunition and basic instruction. For more information, visit www.vibiathlon.ca. – Vancouver Island Biathlon Club
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Skating club receives funding boost from viaSport The Comox Valley Skating Club is now making learning to skate more affordable for Valley children, thanks to a $2,000 grant from the the BC non-profit organization viaSport, The grant will fund CVSC’s “New Skater Incentive Program,” which 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. “We’re so pleased to be able to make skating more accessible,” says Kathy Sulman, CVSC vice-president. “The start-up costs are high for new families who don’t know if they want to commit yet. These funds will cover Skate Canada fees and possibly a reimbursement towards helmets.” Skating is a great physical activity for
Glacier guys on course After four weeks of weather delays the Glacier Greens lads were finally able to play one more round before the end of the year. Sixty four teed it up Saturday, Dec. 29. In the “A” flight it was Bruce Coulter (71), Terran Berger (73) and Barry Norris (74). On the net side Chris Westbrook (69), CB, Rob Borland (69) CB and Stan Mills (69) CB. Snips: Bruce Coulter #2 with an eagle, Burt Graham # 4, Barry Norris #6, Terran Berger #8, Bruce Coulter #12 POG, Kevin Hunt #13 and Stan Mills #18. “B” flight Garry Reaume (78), Dave Brooker (80) and Ross Dowe (83). Net: John Pringle (68), Blair Peacock (70) and Bill Girard (71). Snips: Ferg Websster # 4, Paul Schroeder #7 and Warren Brandson #17. “C” flight Rod Gray (75), Wayne Wood (84) and Keith Allan (86). Net, Ken Tait (63), Jim Loring (70) and Richard Wand (72). Snips: Ken Tait #1, Rod Gray #12 POG, Andy Clark #15 POG and Jim Loring #17. Happy New Year to all with long drives and short putts for 2013. – Len Doyle
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Fitness for Fido: KEEP MAN’S BEST FRIEND HEALTHY Dog owners are well aware that caring for man’s best friend has taken on a greater responsibility in recent years. Perhaps that’s a result of the popularity of the cable channel Animal Planet or the television show “The Dog Whisperer,” each of which has helped to educate dog owners about caring for their canines.
Caring for a dog might be a daily responsibility, but it’s one that’s often enjoyable for both dogs and humans alike. Dog owners concerned about their best friend’s health or those simply hoping to avoid problems down the road can adopt a daily routine that ensures Fido stays active and healthy for years to
in the water, which can also become stagnant and prove a great breeding ground for insects if the bowl is outdoors. Humans need a certain amount of water each day to stay healthy, and so do dogs. Change the dog’s water at least once per day and twice if the dog eats two meals per day. Also, keep an eye on the water bowl and refill it whenever it’s empty. Be sure to clean inside the water bowl at least once per day, and pay attention to any dirt buildup on outdoor water bowls and clean accordingly. • Feed the dog healthy pet food. Though it might seem fun and friendly to feed a dog directly from the dinner table, it’s best to only feed the dog high quality dog food. All dogs are different, and dog owners should consult their veterinarian as to which food is best for their particular breed. While less expensive dog foods might be appealing, keep in mind such foods might be the equivalent of fast food restaurants for humans, which often provide little or no
come. • Freshen up the dog’s water. While this might seem obvious, keeping fresh water in a dog’s bowl is something many owners overlook, sometimes leaving the same water in a dog’s dish for days on end. Unfortunately, when that happens owners are allowing dirt and dust to build up
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DR STACEY What’s your cat thinking when he edges over to the wall and let’s it fly all over the door jam painting it with urine? When you actually catch him in the act you might feel a little like “what the heck is going on, I give you a nice home and you repay me with this?” In fact; he thinks he’s doing you a favour and he’s protecting you. He can’t help himself. 10,000 years of genetics are pushing him towards this and it takes everything he’s got to hold it back. What’s happening is
something in or outside his home is turning on the tap. We may call it a stress but really what’s stress to a cat? We know cats are very attached to family. When a stranger, neighbour cat dog or person shows up, the drive to turn on the tap is overwhelming. That’s because they’re not family. Cat’s need stability, they’re creatures of comfort and when there’s no change that’s when they’re happiest. That and hunting. The tricky part can be figuring out what happened. It may have been one or more visits of a strange cat to the sliding door months ago and, now gone, the spraying continues. Your cat may simply forget to turn off the flow. Other cats in your home may pick up on this and join in the fun. Sometimes you don’t even know who the culprit is because every time you jump around the corner to catch him in the act he’s just whistling idly like nothing’s going on.
All kidding aside, what you need to do is get a roadmap to negotiate through all this and have a plan that makes sense and is easy to do and that stops the spraying. That’s what we do, we make your life at home more cozy and less nosey. So call us in January and we’ll help you out. Dr. Stacey Special to the Comox Valley Record
nutritive value. • Take the dog out every day. Few animals on earth are as naturally active as dogs. A walk around the block might suffice for smaller breeds, while a trip to the dog park where Fido can run, jump and play with other dogs might be best for medium-sized or larger breeds. Avid outdoors people should take their dog along for hikes through the woods or along for any other excursions
they feel their dog can handle. Consult a veterinarian for the recommended daily amount of exercise depending on the breed, but know that all breeds of dogs need exercise as part of their daily routine. • Play with your dog. A healthy dog isn’t one that’s just physically healthy, but one that’s mentally healthy as well. Dogs need attention on a daily basis, as most breeds are highly susceptible to boredom.
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Integrative Veterinary Medicine DR. MARLENE SMITHSCHALKWIJK Veterinary Chiropractics; In the previous article we discussed traditional Chinese medicine for animals. In the following articles I will discuss a few examples where acupuncture can help the patients. Here a case where acupuncture was used for a little dog with sudden blindness. Winni was a 12 year old female Dachshund with some unusual symptoms. Every time she was touched she would yelp, also she would cry when coming close to the wall or a chair. Initially it was thought she had a sore neck and she was brought to our clinic for a chiropractic assessment. Her wide open
pupils and walking into the furniture (which elicited a yelp), the walls and even our legs made it clear that Winni had sudden loss of her eye sight. A quick eye exam ruled out that her lenses had dropped into the eye chamber and that her retinas were intact. Both, a cerebral-vascular accident (known in human medicine as a stroke) or a brain tumour were possible. Doing further diagnostics was discussed with the owner and as it was out of the owner’s budget, an acupuncture approach was discussed. I had recently attended a conference on human acupuncture, where an approach by Dr. Prof. Ming Qing Zhu from China was demonstrated to treat human stroke victims using a special form of scalp acupuncture. With the use of a functional MRI, the influence of acupuncture on the brain circulation and function was visualised and the results were very impressive. Adapting that same technique to little Winni dog became a very gratifying experience for all involved. Whinny sat happily
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HOCKEY C.V. GLACIER KINGS Top 10 Scorers Player GP G Mitch Ball 32 24 Tyson Rennie 34 17 Rylan Ball 32 7 Andrew White 28 8 Jack Kennelly 14 12 Michael Scobie 20 9 Garrett Halls 25 4 Wade Bartlett 32 9 Brook Trainor 33 6 Sasha Hahn 22 5
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On December 21, 2012, Marjorie Eleanor Roberts passed away at the Priory Care Home in Langford B.C., thus bringing to a close a remarkable life. Marjorie was born in London U.K. the eldest child of Ruth Eleanor Pugh (nee Gyles) and British Army Captain George Ernest Pugh, and began her education in schools in England and Wales. In 1923 at age 7 she embarked with her mother and brother Bill on the S.S. Montcalm for Canada to join her father who was seeking to establish a wheat farm at Blackfoot, Alberta, a tiny community a short distance from Lloydminster. After a 6 year struggle at farming on the Canadian prairies, Marjorie’s family packed up their Model T Ford with all their transportable belongings, headed across the Rockies to Vancouver and boarded a Princess ship for Vancouver Island where her father found work at a power house in Courtenay and where Marjorie completed her high school education graduating from Courtenay High School and passing the Government of British Columbia Junior Matriculation exam in June 1932 at age 16. But only a few months later in the midst of the North American great depression Marjorie’s father, still in search of a life in farming, moved the family once again to Prince George, B.C. where she met and in June 1934 married husband Chris, himself an immigrant to Canada from Peoria, Illinois U.S.A. Assisted by Chris’s commitment to hard work, Marjorie and Chris began establishing their family in a small log house at Reid Lake some 25 miles from Prince George. After her father died in 1939 and her mother had moved back to Courtenay, Marjorie and Chris and 4 young boys soon followed and in 1940 settled on a small farm on Lake Trail Rd. where Marjorie lived an increasingly rewarding life for the next 60 years. Music and the arts were at the centre of Marjorie’s life. She taught herself to play the piano from music instruction books as her family could not afford lessons. Her success was such that at both Prince George and Courtenay she was an accomplished player of classical and popular pieces, as written. In addition, Marjorie learned the basic keys and chord structures and played at old time dances, often with Chris calling out square dance routines. Her dedication was such that while living at Reid Lake, Chris transported a piano across the lake in a row boat so Marjorie could continue to develop her musical skills and begin their development in the 4 boys. Marjorie also had a perfect-pitch singing voice which she developed to a high level through courses in voice and harmony from the Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music. Marjorie showcased her beautiful voice in over 50 years of singing as a soloist and choir member at the Courtenay Anglican Church of St. John the Divine, and at many weddings and other musical events in the Comox Valley where as a soloist she was a singer in demand. She also organized and conducted the first women’s choral group in Courtenay. In 1975 Marjorie researched and bought a cello in Austria and had it shipped to Courtenay which she learned to play, again from self instruction, and well into the late 1990’s, until her hands became overcome with arthritis, Marjorie played the cello in trios and quartets in the Comox Valley and often could be found playing in the pit at Musical Operettas. Turning to the visual arts, Marjorie seemed to be born with a drawing pencil in her hand and always travelled with a sketch book. She developed this talent into painting first with watercolours, and then with oils and pastels. Some of her paintings of boats in the Courtenay slough, mountain lakes, and seascapes, as well as portraits, can be found on the walls of family members. And not to leave out the medium of pottery and moulding clay into useful utensils and artistic vases and sculptures, Marjorie was one of the earliest and best potters on Vancouver Island and was recognized as such by her peers. Lastly, Marjorie was at all times a talented home maker, with almost unparalleled skills in weaving, sewing, knitting, quilting, as well as gardening, cooking, canning, and orchid cultivation and hybridizing which she wrote about and exhibited in orchid competitions. Predeceasing Marjorie were her husband Chris, her brother Bill, and her eldest son David. Surviving her and remembering her fondly and missing her greatly are her sons Eric, Darrell, and Richard, her daughter Lissa, her sister Marion, her brother Ronald, 13 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Marjorie was a wonderful person and will live long in the hearts and minds of her family and friends.
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Willing, Gwendoline Mary June 3, 1923 - January 1, 2013 Born in Comox, the only daughter of W. Herbert and Annie D. Dean. Predeceased by beloved husband Leonard R. Willing, February 10, 1983 and her only brother Thomas W. Dean, January 16, 1979. Survived by relations in England. A 35 year employee of the Royal Bank. A loving, generous, kind hearted friend who will be sorely missed. Cremation. No service by request. Donation, if desired, to a charity of choice. In Loving Memory of GWENDA SCHARFF January 8, 2010 Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there, I do not sleep I am a thousand winds that blow I am the sunlight on ripened grain I am the gentle autumn’s rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush Of quiet birds in circled flight I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry I am not there; I did not die. Lovingly remembered Scharff & Foster Families.
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January 21, 1923 -December 21, 2012 It is with sad hearts the family announces the unexpected passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather on December 21 2012 at age 89 years. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 22 years Ruth. Joseph is survived by his children: Lynn [Randy]; Dale: Ross [Val]; Glen [Jennifer]; and Dean [Jacqueline], stepchildren: Arlene [Sonny] Both and Richard [Helen] Christensen, twelve grandchildren and step grandchildren: Jacqui, Kelsey [Dustin], Erin, Allie, Jessy, Andrew, Matthew, Brent [Jacquie], Nicholas, Denica, Eric, and Marcus, eight great grandchildren and step great grandchildren : Cameron, Kyle, Conner, Kayden, Carson, Owen, Aubrey, and Heather. Joe was born in Cumberland B.C. and grew up living around B.C., finally residing in Vernon. He will be remembered for a long career with B.C. Hydro, inducted into B.C. Sports Hall of Fame for basketball play with Alberni Athletics in 1955, and of course his long standing golf at the Vernon Golf and Country Club. Joe loved to go south as a snow bird each winter when he was able. He leaves many friends and family far and near that will miss him. Joe was predeceased by his first wife Eleanor, son in law Ron Harris, parents and his siblings; Carrie, John, Etta, Lou, Marie, Harry and Madge In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Children’s Hospital or the Alzheimer society. A memorial service will be held at a later date in the spring. ~Rest in peace DAD , we love and will miss you. ~
HELEN MARIE GALPIN (Stevenson) OCT 17, 1915 – DEC 16, 2012 Helen passed away quietly at her home. An amazing woman, a role model to her family and friends, and a life well lived. Born and raised in Vancouver, B.C., daughter of Bertram and Maryanne Stevenson (Cook), and younger sister of Douglas Coney Stevenson. After college, she married Richard Galpin and after World War II they moved to Detroit so Richard could complete his Pediatric training. A devoted mother, she raised four children; Kenneth, Peter, Lindley and Sheila. She was a graduate of UBC (Vancouver, British Columbia) in Social Work. After raising her family, she returned to graduate school and received her Masters Degree in Social Work from Wayne State University (Detroit, Michigan). After divorce, she returned to B.C., had a full career as a medical social worker at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC and retired to Comox on Vancouver Island. A woman of incredible spirit, an avid traveller and sailor her adventures were legendary: solo-trekking the Hindu Kush mountains of Afghanistan, sailing to the Queen Charlotte Islands, road trips to Mexico were but a very few of these. Her love of art and music and a compulsion for community service led her to found art centers, jazz festivals and kite festivals in the Detroit area as she raised her family. She is survived by her children; Peter, Lindley, and Sheila. Her grandchildren; Karen and Amy Wilmot, Thyra Carnes and Nedra Meredith, Akira and Mikiko Galpin. Her great-grandchildren; Walter, Ella, Daniel and Samuel. A devoted lover of animals she was companion to furry-feathered-family to her last days. A perpetual prize has been established in her name at UBC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at http://memorial.supporting.ubc.ca/helen-stevenson-galpin. As her family, we thank you. A Celebration of Helen’s Life will take place in Comox on January 26th, please contact the family for further information (808-877-7710). Helen was an amazing influence on all who knew her. A calm, steady, strong, gentle hand on the helm. Omnia Vincit Assiduitas
PURVIS (nee Lenchuk) Linda Ilene October 30, 1943 – December 27, 2012 Linda passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving and supportive family after a long battle with cancer. Linda is survived by her two sons, David Purvis of Courtenay, BC and Christopher Purvis (partner Kate) of Coombs, BC and her grandson, Brandon of Courtenay, BC. She is predeceased by her husband of 45 years, David G. Purvis who also succumbed to cancer in 2008. She is survived by her sisters Kathy, Lorna and Heather and her brothers David, Ed and Mark. As a proud military family, the Purvis’ moved where they were needed; stationed in Manitoba, Ontario, Germany before finally retiring and settling in the Comox Valley. Linda, herself, retired from the Courtenay BC Liquor Store. Linda and David liked to keep themselves busy and were active members of the community. Both were Life Members of the Courtenay Fish and Game Protection Association and were former caretakers there. Linda enjoyed fishing and competed in the local derbies from time to time. Linda was a very active member of the Evergreen Seniors Quilters group. She truly enjoyed the time that she spent with those ladies and contributing to the beautiful quilts the group produced. David and Linda were always ready to lend friends and family a hand whenever they were needed. Many good times and good jokes were had. Linda was a kind-hearted person who was never afraid of hard work even when it came to her own battle with cancer. David and Chris would like to thank Dr. Woldnik, Dr. Hoskins, the chemo nurses at St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Vancouver Cancer Clinic, all of the Home Care nurses and the Jean C Barber Lodge. David and Chris would like to extend a special thank you to their aunts and uncles who were there to help and support Linda with her end of life care. They would also like to thank the Hospice Society, as well as the many friends and neighbours that have offered their support in this difficult time. As Linda’s struggle was long, the brothers would like to thank anyone that they may have missed that touched Linda’s life over the years. A Celebration of Life for Linda Purvis will be held on Monday January 7, 2012 at 1:30pm at the Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre located at 1101 Ryan Rd, Courtenay, BC. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please make a donation to the BC Cancer Foundation.
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Left to celebrate his life are his two children and their families: Susan, Harvey, Spencer and Zoe (McDougall) and Bob, Tammy, Michael and Fraser, his sisters Nonie and Fran, brother Peter, sister-in-law Jan, nieces and nephews and friends. Predeceased by his wife Roberta (2009) and his brother Wib (2010). John worked in the family bakery for over 50 years, starting at a young age, until his retirement in 2003. He was known for his donuts, butterhorns, butter buns and always-fresh bread. Also active in the community, John was a member of the Kinsmen Club, a volunteer with the Cumberland Volunteer Fire Department for over 30 years, and then upon retirement, with the Fire Safety House. In 2004, John was made an Honorary Captain in the CVFD. John’s life revolved around his family. He was especially proud of Bob’s career in the Royal Canadian Navy and spent most days in recent years with Susan’s family either driving them to their activities or very recently, in the passenger seat, teaching Spencer how to drive. His favourite times were watching his three grandsons play hockey in arenas across Canada and the USA, watching Zoe perform either on stage or in the pool, travelling to Hawaii to lie in the sun, drink a few Chi-Chi’s and swim in the surf, and spending time on his boat. Deep Bay, Tribune Bay, Henry Bay, Desolation Sound, and Jervis Inlet are awash with memories. Thank you to Dr. Woldnik for the care he provided, the home care nurses and especially to the nurses and staff at the Comox Valley Seniors Village for their care and compassion in Dad’s final days. No service by request. Instead, Dad’s ashes will be spread at the mouth of Tribune Bay one perfect day next summer, to join Mom’s. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the North Island College Foundation to support aspiring bakers or the BC Cancer Agency to help find a cure.
Donald Ivar Lindman April 15, 1927 ~ December 25, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Don Lindman on December 25, 2012. Don was predeceased by Beth, his wife of 52 years, his parents Ivar and Edith Lindman, and his siblings Emily, Robert, Elizabeth, and Clarence. He is survived by his sister Edna Knights, his daughters Jean (Mike) Jones, Daless Chalmers, Donna (Ken) Cofield, and Joyce (Tim) Smith, and by ten grandchildren: Ashley, Christopher, and Sarah Fisher; Jesse, Ben, Anna, and Lyall Chalmers; Corissa and Megan Cofield; and Donald Harrison, as well as many cousins and good friends. Don was born in Cranbrook, B.C., and moved shortly to Calgary and then to the farm his Dad homesteaded in Northern Saskatchewan, where he grew up. As a boy he cut cordwood and had a trapline to make a bit of money, he attended a one-room country school until the end of grade nine. He then helped his Dad farm and later worked for the Saskatchewan Dept. Of Natural Resources until 1950 when he decided to join uncles and cousins logging in B.C. Don met Beth Sypher, the love of his life, and they married in 1955. They moved into a house in Black Creek and lived there for the rest of their married life, and had a family of four little girls. He was a devoted family man, and over the years was a faller, owned and operated the Black Creek Service Station, and ran a logging operation with his brother Clarence. An avid golfer and curler Don was instrumental in developing the prototype for the Hammer curling broom which was used all over the world for a time, and also invented and developed the machines to manufacture it. He also served on the board of directors at Sunnydale Golf Course for a time. Never one to pass up on some excitement, Don drove a stock car at the Oyster River Speedway on the original dirt track, and went on to act as pit boss for a few years on the new paved oval. Some will remember #122 racing around the track. Don could often be found creating magic in his shop as he turned out some beautiful and unique pieces of furniture and other wood work. Don was a loyal husband, father, grandfather, brother and son and we are all better people for knowing him. He will be greatly missed. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 5, at Sunnydale Golf Course from 1-4p.m. No flowers by request, donations may be made in Don’s name to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Lung Association. Please bring your stories to share.
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Rolf Mork 1925-2012 Passed away quietly at the Cumberland Lodge on December 12, 2012 He is survived by his loving wife Ingrid Mork of Comox, sons John Mork of Surrey, Gary (Trudy) Mork of Ottawa, Arne Mork of Comox, grandchildren Erik and Kiersten Mork of Ottawa. He was predeceased by his son Stephen Mork of Nanaimo. Rolf was born in Oslo, Norway in 1925 to Sigrid and Arne Mork. He immigrated to Canada in 1949 after spending the tumultuous years of WWII in Norway and England serving with the Norwegian Army. He was a Veteran of the RCAF serving Canada between 1952-1975. He made his home in Comox where he continued to work in the forestry industry and had a special love for the west coast salmon fishing. You will be forever in our hearts PER ARDUA AD ASTRA Donations in memoriam can be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE That in accordance with The Warehouse Lien Act, there will be sold by Comox Moving and Storage, 1734 Ryan Rd. E, Comox, BC, at the Auction rooms of Auction House Vancouver Island, 1611 Hudson Rd, Comox, BC on the 15th
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William (Bill) McLachlan of Courtenay B.C. passed away peacefully with his family at his side on December 29, 2012. Survived by his loving wife Mildred, daughter Wanda (Ricky) Laughlin. Stepdaughters Linda (David) Mann, Bonnie Nelson. Grandchildren Nicole, Treena, April, Earl. Michael, Kevin, Tia, Tosha, Tarah, Sarah, Derek and nineteen Great Grandchildren. Sisters Audrey (John) Holderness, Betty (Gerry) Bach and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Bill was predeceased by daughter Gail Anderson in 1999, parents Andrew and Catherine, sister Nancy Howe and brother Andrew Bill was born in Vancouver on July 3, 1929 and grew up in Burnaby. He spent most of his life working in the forest industry, taking some time off in the sixties and early seventies to try his hand at commercial fishing and the restaurant business. He then returned to working in the logging industry where he continued to work until retirement. At that time, he took on his new passion in life, which was wood working and the artist creations he made with his Intarsia, which he continued to do until his health would no longer allow it. Then it became the life of bowling, swimming and golfing. A Celebration of Life will be held at Piercy’s Funeral Home, 440 England Ave., Courtenay on January 5, 2013 at 2 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill’s Memory can be made to YANA Courtenay or to the Sointula Cemetery Fund c/o Box 51, Sointula, B.C. V0N 3E0.
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February 10, 1921 – December 25, 2012 Ruth passed away peacefully in the early hours of Christmas Day. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Gordon Highway of 66 years, and their six children Bruce (Susan) Highway, Joan (Bob) Godfrey, Catherine (Tony) Griffin, Leslie (Tim) Dojack, Elaine (Al) Phipps and Sidney (Vance) Johnson, plus their many grandchildren, great grandchildren and one greatgreat grandchild. Ruth was predeceased by her parents, Roy & Elizabeth Hamilton, two brothers Jim and Bob Hamilton and sister, Kathleen (Kay) Smith, and also their grandchild, Esther Griffin. Ruth was born in Kirriemuir, Alberta and moved to the Comox Valley with her family at the age of 4 years. She met the love of her life, Gordon, shortly after the war and together raised their family here in the Comox Valley. Ruth was a mother to all, welcoming the neighbourhood children with enticing odours of hot bread and cinnamon buns fresh out of the oven. She also worked as a Court Reporter travelling the mid and north island and had many tales to tell of float plane rides and harrowing travel on icy roads, not to mention the colourful characters she met along the way. Upon her retirement, Ruth and Gordon travelled to numerous countries enjoying the cultures they encountered. She was also very involved in her church of St. Peter’s in Comox, especially with the young mothers. She always said, “Where there are children there is life!” We will dearly miss Ruth, but celebrate her passing. Her family would like to thank Dr. Janet Green and the third floor staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital for their care during her final week of life. A celebration of Ruth’s life will be held in February, date to be announced. Piercy’s Mt. Washington Funeral Home website www.piercysmtwashingtonfuneral.com will advertise the date of the service once set.
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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 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 CLOSING OUT SALE. Due to health reasons we have to close the store. Everything must go by Jan 30th. Over 400 ofďŹ ce chairs, 2 dr lateral ďŹ le cabinets, lockers, drafting tables, pedestals, etc. Open Mon to Saturday 10am-5pm. Coopers Govâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Surplus 4767 Headquarters Rd, Courtenay 250-218-1665. Some items on line. www.cooperssurplus.com C.V. SPORTSMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Firearms & Collectibles Show, Jan 6, 2013. Militaria. Eagles Hall, 2965 Jacobs Rd, Duncan. 8:30-1. Geoff 250-746-7812. 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 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? VIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.
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3 BDRM on 1 acre, Petersen Rd. 20x26 garage, 2 sheds Fruit trees. Zoned for duplex/triplex. Some updates and work needed. Reduced to $269,000. 250-286-9818. DOWNTOWN COURTENAY, .11 acre, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appliances, electric forced air heat, fenced yard, great location, walking distance to amenities and bus stop. Asking $149,900, England & 18th Ave. Call (250)334-3960. Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com 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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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.
COURTENAY - Beecher Manor - centrally located adult orientated 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath condo available Jan 15. 930 sq ft 3rd ďŹ&#x201A;r unit overlooking residential properties, beautiful glacier/mtn view. Large onsite laundry facility, parking stall, storage/bike lockers available. Unit c/w fridge/stove and has walk thru closet to 2pce bath off large master bdrm. No smoking/no pets. One year lease preferred $850 per month. Contact carclark@telus.net
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Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only.
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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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Only moments to the beach! Updated 2 bdrm Comox condo features 1300+sqft living space & incl. 5 appl, f/p, & patio area w/ocean & mountain views. Master with full ensuite, & walkin closets for both bdrms. Ideally located near Hospital & all amenities. N/S; N/P. $1000/month. Avail. Jan 1
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WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS 1252-9th St., Courtenay Spacious 3 bedroom suite in a quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required. For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667
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2 BDRM unit on Back Road. Open living/dining room with F/S, D/W, W/D. Lots of storage. N/S, N/P $800/mth
2180A PIERCY AVE 2 bed, 2 bath N/P, N/S 5 Appls. $950/mth AVAIL. FEB 1
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
APARTMENT/CONDOS
2677 KENDALL AVE 1 bed, 1 bath N/P, N/S 6 appliances, $900/mth AVAIL. IMMD
203-555 4th St. 2 bed, 1 bath N/S, N/p 5 Appls., $925/mth Avail immd
WE BUY HOUSES
576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900
3 BDRM,rancher duplex on Urquhart. Large open concept with F/S, W/D and laminate ďŹ&#x201A;oors. N/S, N/P $950/mth
204-1111 EDGETT 2 Bed, 1 bath N/S, N/P, 4 appls., $775/mth Avail Jan 1
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COMOX: CENTRAL 2 bdrm, 3 bath, wheelchair accessible, walk in bathtub, all applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $1200. Call (250)337-1817.
2325 B VALLEYVIEW DR. 1 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 Appliances, $900/mth AVAIL. DEC 1
2- 1095 EDGETT 2 Bed, 1 Bath N/S, N/P, 4 appls., $825/mth AVAIL JAN 1
SINGLE MODULAR Home. Valley Vista Estates. 2 bedroom. 1 bath. 980 sq.ft 55 plus. $110,500 call 250-8971812 to view
COURTENAY. CUTE & cozy 3-bdrm, 1.5 bath, near downtown. Coved ceilings, H/W ďŹ&#x201A;oors, wood insert, carport, fenced yard, organic gardens. D/W, W/D. NS/NP. $1200/mo. Now avail. (250)339-9999.
Available deluxe 2 bedroom suite in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes full size stove, fridge, washer/dryer, carpet and blinds. Nice feature: large open concept. No pets. 2 Rental references and Security Deposit required.
For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
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 reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.
For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
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, wall-towall carpets, blinds. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 and 3 bedroom condos. Ideal location. Walking distance to Superstore and North Island College.
Call 250-338-7449
Call 338-7449
VANRIDGE MANOR 123 Back Road, Courtenay Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas ďŹ replaces - 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
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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 COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm & den, 1 bath, F & S, carport, partially fenced, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb. 1$1,000/mth Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC VAN 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Houses & Suites 339B Nim Nim 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls $900/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 7-147 STEWART ST 3 bed 1.5 bath N/S 5 appls., $1100/mth AVAIL. DEC. 1ST 1160 WILLEMAR 4 Bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls., $1500/mth AVAIL. IMM. 2084 Embelton Cres. 3 bed, 2.5 bath, N/S 5 appls. $1300/mth AVAIL FEB.1 1234 ANDERTON RD. 3 bed. 2 bath, N/S 5 appls.$1150/mth AVAIL. JAN 1
SUITES, LOWER COUSINS ROAD. 1 bedroom 700sqft suite. Hydro, cable incl. N/S. No parties. $750. Avail Immed. 250-218-7972 RENT Small 2 bdrm basement suite walking distance to downtown Courtenay and close to Puntledge Park area. Hydro, cable, phone (no long distance) and internet included, shared laundry. Non smoker and NO PETS $875. contact cherylo@telus.net
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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 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 2 LEVEL WEST CTNY DUPLEX, 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, 4 appls, carport, partially fenced yard, N/S, No pets, Avail Dec1 - $1000/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 PARK PLACE MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath condo, 5 appls, gas F/P(gas incl), patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb 1$1,100/mth SUNRIDGE TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, elect. F/P, carport, patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb 1- $1,100/mth CORINTHIA ESTATES ground floor 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath condo, 5 appls, gas F/P, patio, underground pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Jan 1- $1,150/mth CLOSE TO DRIFTWOOD MALL 2 bdrm, 1 bath duplex, 4 appls, fenced yrd., covered patio, N/S, No pets. 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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2005 Chrysler Sebring Touring 112,000 km.V6 Lady driven,service records,must sell. No reasonable offer will be refused Open to offers.850-9860
2006 MALIBU Maxx, 240 hp 3.9 liter, V6, 4 speed automatic. Manual shift control, 73,000 km. One owner. Call 250-2873401.
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2006 Pontiac G6, 122,000 km. Loaded,except leather, service records, no decks. Moving must sell. $6300 obo.850-9860. 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191. 2009 TOYOTA Venza 1-owner V6, AWD, Sunroof, 6 speed auto, crossover vehicle, lots of option. 40,000 Km. $26,900 250-890-0199 LOOKING FOR A DEAL ON A NEW VEHICLE? Save up to 40% OFF your next new vehicle... No games or gimmicks, deal direct with local dealerships. www.newcarselloff.com No qr code reader? Text info: 778.786.8271
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1977 IT-400 YAMAHA. Runs and drives great. Lots of power. Fresh piston. $800 firm. 250-287-1163.
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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 TOYOTA SIENNA Van124,470 km, new tires/brakes/ ignition, good condition, years in dry parking. Asking, $4700. Call (250)331-4203.
MARINE BOATS 1973 25’ C&C Sloop. Glass hull & teak interior. 7 sails (4 never used). 2010 15 HP Nissan outboard, approx. 200 hrs. Must sell, leaving country. $8500. obo. Please call Heather at (250)914-1232 or email: gregearl53@gmail.com
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ACROSS 1 “— la Douce” 5 Neighbor of Namibia 11 “Futurama” genre 16 Tour vehicle 19 Eye drop 20 Luvs product 21 Turkic people 22 Transfer — (cell stuff) 23 1972 Chicago hit 26 Intent 27 Is — (has a penchant for) 28 Pop music’s Bee — 29 Isn’t correct 30 — Domingo 32 Mischievous little laugh 33 Soprano Sumac 35 1986 Bangles hit 37 “Take — face value” 39 Mohawk-sporting star 41 Hardly happy 42 Big ornate cabinet 43 1999 David Bowie single 48 Saw or heard 49 Suffix with proverb 50 “— favor” (Spanish “please”) 51 — tide 53 Owns 54 Brick placer 57 Douglas Hofstadter’s “—, Escher, Bach” 59 Bird on a baseball cap 63 Rank below brig. gen. 64 Imbibing site 66 1977 Johnny Cash song 71 Asian portion of Turkey 74 Scull propeller 75 Neolithic time 76 1960 Oscar-winning Melina Mercouri song 79 Cortés’ gold 80 Rodeo lady 81 Sweaters with high, snug collars, for short 82 Ohio city 84 Cautious 86 — -cone 89 ICU locale 91 J-N link 92 Rapper — Wayne 93 Pair 97 1992 hit for the Cure 103 Patriotic hymns 105 Round geom. shape 106 Stubbed digit
107 Adopt- — (shelter program) 108 1967 Rolling Stones hit 111 Lazy sort 113 “— tu” (Verdi baritone aria) 114 Put icing on 115 Vocalist Vikki 116 “Wellaway!” 119 “Hardball” channel 121 — Dhabi (sheikdom) 122 What there are songs for in this puzzle 126 With 100-Down, cutting kitchen tools 127 Fingerprint feature 128 Edict 129 Ex-governor Carlson 130 Conclusion 131 Derisive look 132 Not asea 133 Exam for jrs. DOWN 1 Critic’s words of high praise 2 “One soweth, and another —”: John 4:37 3 Actor Walter 4 Stuck in — 5 Find the total 6 American Falls locale 7 Marvin of R&B music 8 Andy Taylor’s kid 9 Fisheye, e.g. 10 Prado pieces 11 Boat back 12 Italian resort island 13 Lake that feeds the Mississippi 14 Quite a way 15 Annoying 16 Wave around threateningly 17 Square inch, say 18 Siberian sled dogs 24 Singer Clark 25 Bury one’s — the sand 31 Ever and — 34 Livy’s 2,550 35 — -jongg 36 Bride’s title 38 Duo + one 40 Editor’s catch 41 Secure by twisting 44 Saxophonist David 45 Scotch mixer 46 Novelist Uris 47 Has the guts 52 Cornet valve 54 Thom — shoes 55 High-caliber
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Bosnian, e.g. Seussian spoilsport — dog’s life Lysol target Wool fat With 100-Down, surprising revelations 65 Balm additive 67 — Noir (men’s cologne) 68 Zoo pen 69 Bacterial culture base 70 Depend 72 Vietnamese festival 73 Request from 77 Lenin’s land 78 Annual: Abbr. 83 Forget to use 85 Scatting Fitzgerald 86 Al Capone’s nickname 87 Away from the city 88 Away from the city, maybe 90 Enterprise captain Jean-Luc 92 Stead 94 — ed (gym class) 95 Missives 96 Aussie avian 98 Initialism for a handyman 99 Al Capone, for one 100 See 126-Across or 62-Down 101 Hanging-basket plant 102 Airport kiosk printout 104 Leave the country? 109 GI orderer 110 Alternative to a clothesline 112 Fr. lady’s title 116 Pro votes 117 Scottish body of water 118 Bushy ’60s hairdo 120 Barter 123 Wine, in Nice 124 City in central Oklahoma 125 “— Haw” Because of an error in the December 28th Crossword the corrected version is published on page B8, and this is January 4th Crossword
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Comox Valley Worship Directory Church of Our Lord Holy Communion 10:00 am each Sunday at Berwick, 1700 Comox Ave. Comox, BC All Welcome Tel: 250-941-0332 www.coolcomox.ca Anglican Church in North America
We Meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday www.cvuf.ca 250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)
250-890-9262
MENNONITE UNITED MENNONITE CHURCH (BLACK CREEK) A Christ centered faith community dedicated to the Worship of God and the promotion of peace and social justice in His name.
Sunday Worship: 10:30 AM Sunday School: 10:30 AM 2277 Enns Road, Black Creek. Pastor Gordon Carter Office: 250.337.5341 Email: carter.gord@gmail.com
RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH
Sunday Celebration 10:30 am
Sunday Worship and Children & Youth Program 10 am Saturday Service 5 pm Rev. Maggie Enwright Email: cxunited@telus.net
Full Wheelchair Access
Hearing Assistance
Real Change
St. George’s
LUTHERAN
“The church with a heart in the heart of the city” SUNDAY SERVICE SUNDAY SERVICE: 10:30 am 10:30AM SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL Nursery-Grade 7
Becoming a People Prepared
Worship Services 10am Sundays Mark Isfeld School 1551 Lerwick Road, Courtenay
Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron
Val 250-338-7727 (office)
Courtenay
Seeking
www.centralchurchefc.com
www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966
6th & Fitzgerald Ave.
Real Life
Nursery -Grade 7
Minister: Peggy Jensen 250-334-4961
stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca www.stgeorgesunitedchurch.com
RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH
CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH 1st Street & Penrith
@ 10:30 am
Faith Family Friends
~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~
Sundays 10 am
Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)
Nursery - Kid Jam Youth Group
Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry 1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay 250-338-8221 www.cvsalarmy.ca church@cvsalarmy.ca
PRESBYTERIAN
1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net 250-339-7527
GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH
COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN
Independent - Fundamental 467 - 4th Street (just east of Fitzgerald)
725 Aspen Rd., Comox
2182 Comox Avenue, Comox
Sunday Worship 10 am
Happy New Year!
Christmas Eve 7 pm
Service 10:30am Sunday, January 6
Candlelight & Carols
Guest Speaker: Rev. Wally Fry
Christmas Day 11 am
250.334.9777 livinghope@shaw.ca www.livinghopeonline.ca
Tel/Fax 250-339-2882 Full Wheelchair e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca Access comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca
Holy Communion
Wednesday Prayer and Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Rev. Paul Johnson, Pastor
250-338-8454
Hearing Assistance
LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY
Pastor A. Ronald Sedo
Sunday Morning Service - 10:00 a.m. Adult Bible Study - 11:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School - 11:30 a.m. Evening Service - 6:30 p.m.
www.gbccv.org • info@gbccv.org
Comox Community Baptist Church Canadian Baptists of Western Canada
“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things”
Sunday Worship & Children’s Program at 11 am
10:00AM at Brooklyn Elementary School
Guest Minister, Rev. Ted Hicks
SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 A.M. Pastor Rev. Peter Hudson Interim Pastor
Followed by a Potluck Lunch
1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox
Eve Mark, Choir Director 250-338-4785
www.resonatechurch.ca
250-400-7800
2946 Kilpatrick Ave. Church Phone: 250-338-1312 Morning Service 11am Evening Service 7pm Need healing from a wounded heart? Need to be free from guilt or shame? Want to be forgiven of all sin and have a clean slate on life? Come and receive healing and forgiveness through Jesus Christ.
Everyone Welcome.
Everyone Welcome
1250 Anderton Road, Comox
250-339-0224
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH
We’ve Got Some Space For You!
1599 Tunner Drive, COURTENAY 250-334-4716
WEEKEND LITURGIES Saturday 5 pm Mass Sunday 8:30 am & 10:30 am Mass
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Congregational Christian Churches of Canada
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of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning
250 BEACH AVENUE
Doing
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Bay Community Church
Community Church
Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre
COMOX UNITED
Real People
living hope
Comox Valley
WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:
“O God! These children are pearls, cause them to be nurtured within the shell of Thy loving kindness.” ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041gh250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org
Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship
THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA
BAHÁ’Í FAITH Children’s Classes – prayers and activities focused on the development of spiritual qualities, for children 3 to 10 years. All are welcome. ~~~
EE-Mail: Ma features@comoxvalleyrecord.com
CONFESSION: Sat: 4 - 4:30 pm & before all masses Children’s Liturgy of the Word & Youth Group; September-May
Pastor: Father Marek Paczka, SDS www.ctkparish.ca Full Wheelchair Access
email: ctkparish@shaw.ca
COURTENAY FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH
Hearing Assistance
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!
JOIN US IN WORSHIP
St. Peter
9:15 am Contemporary Service
Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925
11:00 am Traditional Service Nursery Care & Jr. Church @ 9:15 am
PASTORS: Peter Rabey & Randy Dyck 2963 Lake Trail Road, Courtenay (across from Arden Elementary) 250-334-3432 www.courtenaybaptist.com
NEW YEAR’S EVE
SATURDAY 5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY 8:00 am & 10:00 am Worship www.stpeterscomox.ca
St. John the Divine The Rev. Rodney Ives, Priest in charge 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay
Sunday Holy Eucharist 8:30 am & 10 am Sunday School 10 am Wednesday Holy Eucharist 10 am
250-334-4331 http:/stjohnthedivinecourtenay.bc.anglican.ca
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