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various factors for his decision, which included a psychological Record Staff report, the circumstances of the A Comox Valley teen will spend offence, legislation and the victim the next four years in custody on impact statements. He cited “accountability is the top of time already served for the second-degree murder of James central feature of whether to Denton, Justice R.B.T. Goepel impose an adult sentence,” and ruled Friday morning in a Cour- based on the facts the accused did not have a prior criminal tenay courtroom. About a year and a half after record, he expressed remorse for what began as a verbal alter- his actions, and his risk of reofcation between two groups of fending is low, he did not order an friends escalated to the eventual adult sentence. Goepel did not include 18 death of 19-year-old Denton, Goemonths time served pel handed down his by the accused, and sentencing. What you did would see him serve The packed courtroom heard Goepel was inherently stu- the four custodial levy the maximum pid, abhorrent and years at the Victoria Youth Custody sentence for secondCentre, followed by degree murder under horrifying. What three years of comthe Youth Criminal you did can never munity supervision Justice Act. be undone. and conditions. Goepel previR.B.T. Goepel An adult sentence ously ruled that the for second-degree teen, who cannot be named due to conditions of the murder carries an automatic life in prison, with full parole eligibilYCJA, was guilty. Crown prosecutor Gordon ity after five years, and commuBaines noted immediately follow- nity supervision for life. Denton, 19, was stabbed twice ing the conclusion of the trial in June that he would seek an adult near the entrance to G.P. Vanier sentence. To support his request, Secondary School following a July Baines presented six aggravating 2011 day-long music festival at facts to Goepel including that the the nearby Comox Valley Exhibiaccused brought a weapon to a tion Grounds. He was raised in Port Hardy, public event, that he provoked the fight, and the attack with a knife but moved to the Comox Valley several years ago and attended was done without warning. However, Goepel imposed the Highland Secondary School in maximum sentence under the Comox. During his reasons for sentencYCJA. “What you did was inherent- ing, Goepel addressed the Denton ly stupid, abhorrent and horri- family directly. “James was everything a parfying. What you did can never be undone,” said Goepel as he ent would want a son, brother and friend to be. There are no words addressed the accused directly. Goepel reviewed in his reasons ... see NO JUSTICE ■ 2

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SECURITY PERSONNEL WATCHED for any sign of trouble Friday outside the courthouse in Courtenay, where a local teen was sentenced for murdering James Denton. PHOTO BY IRENE ROBERTSON

No justice, replies Denton family Continued from front

to capture the loss you have suffered,” he noted, and added there is nothing the justice system can do to right the wrongs family and friends have suffered. Outside the courthouse, James’ father Dave said he wasn’t satisfied with the decision. “There’s no justice for James. That was a slap in the face for a liar, a murderer,” he explained. “We’re victims and all the way through ... it’s like we’ve done something wrong. We’ve never done anything wrong. We went out, we worked hard for ourselves and brought our kids up properly and they didn’t. We’re going to pay for that. Everyone here’s going to pay for that.” Defence lawyer Michael Mulligan acknowledged the tragic nature of the case, and explained Goepel had to weigh accountability and the circumstances involved. “You have two young

men who had such a bright future and it’s such an immense tragedy. (Goepel) gave a careful, reasoned decision, and his decision was consistent with the unanimous opin-

ions of the experts who assessed the case,” he noted. “Difficult, as the judge expressed; nothing here undoes the tragedy.” The accused will be released from custody

in January 2017, and following three years of conditional supervision, will have completed his sentence in January 2020 at 25 years of age.

Saturday, the BCGEU said Sunday in a news release. The main issues are wages and the employer’s demand that union members accept concessions. Union communications officer Karen Tankard provided the following information: • The BCGEU has 706 members working

BCGEU members were scheduled to picket the LifeLabs’ Patient Service Centre in the Comox Valley on Monday and Tuesday this week. Employees, members of the BC Government Employees’ Union, were set to picket the location in the Courtenay Crossing (Safeway) Mall. Similar rotating action is being taken around the province by employees of the company, which provides laboratory services for B.C. doctors. Job action comes following the failure of day-long mediated talks at the Labour Relations Board on

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at LifeLabs throughout B.C. • The last contract expired Dec. 31, 2011. • Bargaining began May 22, 2012 and continued in June, July, September and October. • BCGEU members voted 98.5 per cent in favour of job action in November 2012.

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A new Auditor General for Local Government will probe the spending habits of B.C. municipalities and regional districts in the months to come. By the end of April, Basia Ruta plans to initiate audits and deliver non-binding recommendations to help improve local government efficiency and effectiveness. Procurement procedures and policing costs, for example, could be examined simultaneously among multiple cities. Other topics include infrastructure sustainability and environmental issues. Ruta intends to meet municipal representatives, financial executives, chambers of commerce and other stakeholders before formulating a service plan and

deciding on initial audits within the first 100 days. Mayor Paul Ives is not anticipating any issues with the “value for money” audits that might, for instance, compare spending on public works in Comox to other communities. “The challenge, I think, will be each community runs their services in slightly different ways,” Ives said. Garbage collection, for example, is mostly through private contractors in the Valley whereas city staff collect garbage in Victoria. Another example is policing costs, which represent about 10 per cent of the budget in Comox, paying the salaries of 10 police officers. Courtenay, Ives added, pays for upwards of 28 officers. “That’s one area I think would be interesting to see,” he said. “In some circles, people feel that the (police) cost increases are becoming unsustainable.” In Comox, the cost is $120,000 to $130,000 per constable or other position.

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Leslie Baird While council has considered adding another police officer every few years, Ives notes the town is experiencing a decline in crime rates. Courtenay Mayor Larry Jangula — a former police

officer — feels audits should be conducted randomly and without warning. “What possible business in the world never gets audited?” he said. “If you have nothing to hide, why would one worry about

that?” During his policing days, Jangula recalls the RCMP detachment being audited on the exhibit ledger, financials and record keeping. “I’m very confident that we run a good operation here,” Jangula said of the City of Courtenay. “Does that mean we can’t possibly do things a bit better? There’s always that possibility.” Cumberland Mayor Leslie Baird is concerned about staff time if Ruta decides to pay the Village a visit. She notes the finance department is already stretched to the limit. “We already do an audit every year, of course,” Baird said. “It’s going to be, I think, hard for her because municipalities are different and they require different things. With us, it’s our infrastructure that needs attention, and in other communities that might not be the issue.” Some B.C. cities have objected to the AGLG’s creation, fearing audits could turn into a witch hunt for

waste that fail to take into account differing municipal priorities, and that might duplicate existing audits at their expense. Business groups, including the B.C. Chamber of Commerce, pushed for the new watchdog. “Whenever somebody comes in with a different viewpoint, if you can find something that we can do that is better than what we are doing, I’m receptive to that,” Baird said. “You have to keep an open mind. You might find something that we should be doing differently.” The Comox Valley Regional District — which works with external auditors including BDO Canada, Revenue Canada and WCB — looks forward to working with the auditor’s office if selected for a review. CAO Debra Oakman said the audits “will bring yet another perspective of how we may do things more efficiently.” With a file from Black Press reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Artificial turf at Vanier Secondary real possibility by 2014 Renee Andor Record Staff

The Comox Valley took a big step toward receiving an artificial turf field Monday. In a proposed project, one would be constructed over the existing field at G.P. Vanier Secondary School in 2014. The estimated cost is $1.44 million, but Comox Valley United Soccer has committed $400,000 towards the project, and Courtenay council unanimously approved an $860,000-contribution during Monday’s council meeting. The $860,000 would

come directly from the sale of City-owned land near Lerwick and Mission Roads to the Vancouver Island Health Authority for the Comox Valley Hospital project. The land is currently used as a playing field and Courtenay said, back in June, it would use the proceeds for another playing field if it sold the land. Coun. Manno Theos, a past soccer coach, noted the proposed project is very exciting for soccer enthusiasts in the Valley. “This gives us a real opportunity to compete for some of these big tournaments that want to participate here on the Island,” said Theos. “I know, going

PROPOSAL to other tournaments in the past, that one of the big questions was, you know, the lack of an artificial turf field in the Comox Valley — and this vision here will address that concern head on.” The project is regional, with School District 71, the Comox Valley Regional District, the Town of Comox and Comox Valley United Soccer and Courtenay working together on it. Courtenay director of community services Randy Wiwchar noted the partners looked at the project’s feasibility on many levels

and everyone agreed an artificial turf field at Vanier is the most feasible project for the Valley. The soccer group has worked on developing an artificial turf field in the Valley for a number of years, but their 2011 proposal for two fields (estimated at a cost of $4.4 million) at Valley View Park in East Courtenay was not approved. According to Wiwchar’s report, the Vanier field project will now go to the CVRD for budget review and approval. Wiwchar added that if approved by the CVRD, partner groups would spend the next year finalizing a joint use agreement.

SD71 and the CVRD would be the main partners in the project, and would share ongoing maintenance costs. He noted the location is a central hub for the regional district with amenities close at hand — such as the Comox Valley Sports Centre — there’s plenty of parking and the exhibition grounds are close by. Also, because the new field would go over top of the existing field, there’s already lighting set up. Councillors were enthusiastic about the project, especially pointing out how well the partners have worked together so far, and noting Comox Valley United Soccer’s financial contri-

bution. The $400,000 from the soccer group and Courtenay’s financial contribution make up $1.26 million of the estimated $1.44 million cost, which Mayor Larry Jangula was pleased about. “It is a very expensive proposition but when you start splitting it … it starts to make the proposal a lot more palatable for our taxpayer,” said Jangula. “It’s actually, in my opinion, an excellent proposal and well spent money on our behalf.” The matter is expected to come up at various partner group meetings this week as well. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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City council is warm to wellness centre proposal Renee Andor Record Staff

Courtenay council praised a proposed two-building wellness centre project planned for land near the new Comox Valley Hospital site and Queneesh Elementary School. The project’s zoning and Official Community Plan amendments received unanimous approval from council, passing first and second reading Monday, and a public hearing is scheduled at City Hall (830 Cliffe Ave.) on Feb. 4 at 5 p.m. Currently, 2525 Mission Rd. is zoned for light industrial and service commercial use; if the amendments go through the land would be zoned for commercial use in the new Comprehensive Development Twenty Four Zone. The property is being used as a storage yard and is undeveloped. Tom Moore of Moore Architecture in Victoria presented the project to council noting most of the centre’s focus would be on medical professional services. “What we’re really looking at doing here is providing a high-quality wellness centre, really focused on medical services,” he said, adding that doesn’t discount other uses, like a coffee shop. But, “we feel very strongly that over time, and our project is designed to go over 50 to 75 years, that this is something that specialists, doc-

THIS ARTIST RENDERING shows what a proposed wellness centre project could look like on Mission Road, near the new Comox Valley hospital and Queneesh Elementary School. a number of meetings with the Comox Valley School District. He noted the buildings could act as a buffer between the new hospital and the residential area. The project would include a bicycle and pedestrian path from the wellness

tors, medical services community will want to embrace and be a part of.” The buildings would be four storeys high with stepped roofs, and would feature a modern look with plenty of windows and energy efficiencies throughout the design. One building would be about 28,000 square feet and the other would be about 30,000 s.f. The entrance would be off Mission Road, and the plans include 180 parking stalls, with 80 of those underground. The land slated for the project is right next to Queneesh Elementary School, and sits on the border of the residential area northwest from the chosen hospital site. Moore noted two open houses have already been held, and proponents have had

centre to the hospital to connect the two, (as well as North Island College), and discourage people from cutting through the school property. In response to concerns from the school district, the proponent has offered to install a

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sion Road to increase pedestrian safety. Moore also noted “significant economic impacts” for Courtenay like an estimated $225,000 per year in tax revenue to the City, 130 person-years of work during construction and 200 to 300 permanent jobs. Councillors were very pleased with the proposed project. “I’m very much in favour of this project,” said Coun. Starr Winchester. “I look forward to working together with them (proponents) and I think that it will work very well with the hospital — and I’m pleased to see all the work he has done with the neighbours and, in

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Treaty talks ongoing Negotiation process still a few years from completion Scott Stanfield Record Staff

COMOX VALLEY CANDIDATE Kassandra Dycke spent some time Sunday with Powell River-Sunshine Coast NDP MLA Nicholas Simons.

Stop partisan ads, urges MLA voters are frustrated to see the government spend $15 million public dollars on partisan ads when the money should be directed to people who need services. In an upbeat, passionate speech, Dycke said that people in the Comox Valley are counting on the NDP to bring positive change to B.C. “As a province, we’ve got to do better,” she

said. “We’ve got to provide education and skills training for our young people, we’ve got to protect our coast from oil spills, and we’ve got to build a sustainable, diversified economy.” Dycke said the coming campaign is going to be tough, but the Comox Valley has never been better prepared. “We know the negative attack ads on Adrian Dix and the NDP will be fierce,” she said.

“But we’re going to run a positive campaign focussed on practical solutions. “We have knocked on thousands of doors over the past year. We’ve got hundreds of volunteers lined up. And we’re determined to run the strongest campaign we’ve seen in the Comox Valley.” A provincial election is scheduled for May. — Comox Valley NDP

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The critical Agreement-in-Principle has been reached, but the chief negotiator for the K’ómoks First Nation expects the B.C. Treaty Commission negotiation process is still a few years away from being settled. Mark Stevenson said the band continues to wait for the federal government to give its mandate to negotiate fisheries and fiscal issues. “We’re going through the process of legal language right now,” Stevenson said. “It’s a long, long process. In

fact, it’s affecting a lot of First Nations in British Columbia.” In all fairness, he said the band is making progress on other federal issues such as those linked with Goose Spit. “But those are more local issues,” Stevenson said. “We’re not making any headway on anything linked with fish, particularly aquaculture, which is a large interest to K’ómoks because of Pentlatch Seafoods. There’s a number of aquaculture licences that are outstanding.” With federal funds, the Province last year purchased the property in Royston from the failed Sage Hills project. The acreage — adjacent to several parcels of land the KFN acquired from Kensington Island Properties

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VAL GRAHAM, MO MacKendrick and Norma Dean (left to right) celebrate a payment of $22,000 from the Filberg gift shop to the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association.

Gift shop godsend at Filberg Association’s second-largest fundraiser after Filberg Festival Erin Haluschak Record Staff

Occupying a small space on the upper floor of Filberg Lodge, the Filberg Heritage Lodge Gift Shop has grown from a startup store in spring 2011 to become the secondlargest fundraiser for the association. “It’s a very pleasant way for people to shop for a gift or get a memento from their trip to the lodge or park,” explained Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association (FHLPA) chair Mo MacKendrick. MacKendrick explained the shop began in May 2011 and began accepting donations of collectibles, antiques and fair trade and locally produced items for sale. In the past year,

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Minister of State for Small Business Naomi Yamamoto paid a Monday visit to Comox to proclaim Red Tape Awareness Week in B.C. The week — designated each January by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business — is intended to raise awareness about the negative impacts of excessive regulations on small

businesses and citizens, and to recognize the Province’s efforts to reduce red tape. Yamamoto was joined by a CFIB representative at Simon’s Cycles, where owner Simon Brampton employs four to six people — typical of small businesses, according to Yamamoto. She said 98 per cent of B.C. businesses are small businesses — defined as having 15 or fewer employees — though most, she said,

Homeless clothed Record Staff Highland Secondary School 2013 grads will help keep the Comox Valley’s homeless warm with a winter clothing drive. The project is part of a Grad Legacy project, called 13 Projects to Inspire, and the school is looking for community donations of warm winter wear until Jan. 24. Donations of clean, (laundered), winter clothes, shoes, jackets and blankets for men, women and children can be dropped off at the school. A large box is located by the front office for donations during school hours. The items will be distributed through the Foursquare Church. The clothing drive initiative is the second of the 13 projects; grads collected toys for Santa’s Workshop late last year for the first project. Highland school is located at 750 Pritchard Rd. in Comox.

have five or fewer staff members. Yamamoto also said small businesses employ 56 per cent of private-sector jobs — which employ about one million people — and are responsible for about one-third of the province’s gross domestic product. “Small businesspeople are so integral to the health of our economy, so that’s why it’s really important for government to think of some ways that we can help small businesses reduce the burden,” Yamamoto said, noting B.C. leads Canada in terms of regulatory reform. According to the CFIB, unnecessary regulation is a hidden tax that costs the Canadian economy more than $31 billion each year. “What’s particularly tragic is how preventable this is,” CFIB policy analyst Kimball Kastelen said. Yamamoto said B.C. is the first province to enshrine in law the requirement to publish annual reports about regulatory reform. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Lake Trail Neighbourhood Connections (LTNC) is offering a new initiative this winter called the Know Your Neighbourhood series. This will feature monthly talks by inspiring speakers about topics like our neighbourhood, nature, history and community life. The first session in this series will be this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in Lake Trail School’s library. The guest speaker is Tom Dishlevoy. Tom is an architect with a practice in the Comox Valley that designs a wide range of buildings of all types and sizes and has recently expanded the field of work to include land use planning. Tom is passionate about making each of his projects as “green” as they can be: socially, economically and environmentally sustainable. Tom has spoken to the Comox Valley Chamber and at TEDx Comox Valley on his recent efforts and has worked with BIAs in Courtenay and Comox, helping them develop a sustainable vision for a vibrant, resilient and complete community. In February 2011, Tom led a four-person team in the redesign of the Comox Valley as part of an international design competition titled the Living City Challenge. The competition was sponsored by the

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improve these levels. For the past seven years, students in Isfeld’s Fitness Knowledge program have been instructed on the curriculum provided by CFES: Canadian Fitness Education Services (www.canadianfitness.net). Some topics covered in this program are Anatomy and Physiology, Biomechanics, Training Principals and Program Design, Flexibility, Muscular Strength and Endurance, Cardiovascular Fitness, Nutritional, Fitness Safety and Leadership. At the end of the course, students write a three-hour exam en route to their Introduc-

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ANOTHER MEDAL WINNER Wing Commander Syd Burrows of Comox, seen here during his service with the Canadian air force, received a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal recently. Burrows, nominated by a member of the Air Force Association of Canada, got the medal from Sen. Joseph Day in Hamilton, Ont.

Dispose of meds properly The new year is a great time for a fresh start — and the perfect time to clean out your medicine cabinet. The BC Pharmacy Association and the Comox Valley Regional District urge British Columbians to return their old medications to their local pharmacy to protect themselves, their families and the environment. “We are encouraging everyone to make a new year’s resolution to safely dispose of their expired or unused medications,” said Ralph Lai, president

of the BC Pharmacy Association. “British Columbians can return these medications to pharmacies across the province at no cost.” B.C.’s Medications Return Program ensures safe and effective disposal of old or expired prescription drugs, as well as oral dosage over-the counter medications and natural health products. More information can be found at www. medicationsreturn.ca. “The CVRD encourages everyone to return expired or unused medications to

their local pharmacy to help protect our environment,” said Edwin Grieve, chair of the Comox Valley Regional District board of directors. “The BC Recycling Hotline can be contacted at 1-800-667-4321 or www.rcbc.bc.ca for the most up-to-date drop-off recycling information.” — Comox Valley Regional District

McElhanney Consulting Services staff team wants to contribute to the community. That’s why they decided to support a child in KidStart. KidStart is a volunteer-based mentoring program offered by The John Howard Society of North Island (JHSNI). This award-winning program connects vulnerable children and youth aged six to 18 with positive adult role models in the Comox Valley and Campbell River. Ian Whitehead, McElhanney’s Vancouver Island vice-president, is a KidStart mentor. As well as volunteering his time on a weekly basis, Whitehead wanted to give the program a monetary donation. “I wanted to help Comox Valley KidStart co-ordinator, Wendy Thurlborn, and the local JHSNI office. The work they do there is so important to us all, on so many levels. My definition of a true hero is someone who does good things for others but expects no public congratulation. To me, the staff at JHSNI typify this quality,” Whitehead said. KidStart depends on donations, grants, and fundraising. The staff team at McElhanney Consulting Services

committed to a KidStart Champion Gold Sponsorship. JHSNI is inviting other groups and individuals to take part in its KidStart Champions fundraising campaign. Becoming a KidStart Champion is simple — you choose from three levels of monthly sponsorship (Gold = $100/ month, Silver = $50, Bronze = $25). Gold covers the entire cost of a child’s participation in KidStart. Donations are tax deductible. “We are thrilled that the staff members at McElhanney Consulting Services have decided to pool individual donations to add up to a KidStart Champion Gold Sponsorship,” said JHSNI executive director Wendy Richardson. “It’s a fantastic way to help a local child.” KidStart is looking for volunteer mentors as well as donors. There are more than 45 children aged six to 18 in the Comox Valley waiting for volunteer mentors to spend three hours a week with them. Do you like fishing? Walking? Animals? Nature? Baking? Knitting? Biking? Playing board games? Consider sharing your time and interests with the next generation.

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Fundraiser does the job Boys and girls benefit from gingerbread and bears The Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Vancouver Island are proud to announce that this year’s Odlum Brown Gingerbread Village with Bears was an amazing success. The event raised over $12,000, which directly supports the club’s programs in the Comox Valley. This year’s event that was held at Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community was the largest so far with over 90 displays of gingerbread creations and delightfully outfitted bears. Local merchants, companies, organizations, schools and residents all came together to create a memorable event. In addition, support from the local schools, senior centres and general public was fantastic. The staff of the Boys and Girls Club would like to thank the following for their more than generous support, time, advice and contributions: Odlum Brown, Crown Isle Resort

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THIS IS ARTWORK by Cree artist and educator George Littlechild, who will open a Story Slam this Thursday as part of Family Literacy Week.

Littlechild opening Slam As part of Family Literacy Week, renowned Comox Valley artist and educator George Littlechild will tell his story to begin a Story Slam hosted by North Island College’s English Department and the Comox Valley Lifelong Learning Association. It will all take place at the Zocalo Café at Fifth and Cliffe in Courtenay this Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. Story Slams are adjudicated contests, a chance to read a personal, short story you have written in front of an audience and a group of judges. There will be prizes for the top three stories. Writers will have registered and the audience seated by 7 p.m. Littlechild will open the evening with stories from his new book The Spirit Giggles Within. This art book includes his personal com-

mentary on each piece and weaves the tale of his inspiring life journey and career. Littlechild has chosen to express the strengths rather than the tragedies of his people by expressing them in images and tales of resilience and beauty. “In my work, I am committed to righting the wrongs that First Nations peoples have endured by creating art that focuses on cultural, social, and political injustices. As an artist, an educator, and a cultural worker, my goal is a better world,” states Littlechild. This event has been celebrated at the Zocalo Café for many years. Owner Catherine Bell is really looking forward to George`s visit and hearing from local writers. She is offering meals, desserts and specialty drinks as well as tapas. — Comox Valley Lifelong Learning Association

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Literacy vitally important for British Columbia “Literacy is the ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, compute and use printed and written materials associated with varying contexts. Literacy involves a continuum of learning to enable an individual to achieve his or her goals, to develop his or her knowledge and potential, and to participate fully in the wider society.” — UNESCO The following facts support that statement: Literacy levels in British Columbia • 40 per cent of B.C. adults struggle with the skills necessary to read a newspaper, fill out a work application form, read a map, or understand a lease. • 49 per cent of B.C. adults struggle with the skills necessary to calculate a tip, create a budget, calculate sales tax, or understand credit card interest rates. Literacy matters for the economy • A one-per-cent increase in literacy levels would raise Canada’s productivity by 2.5 per cent, an estimated $32-billion boost to our annual gross domestic product. Literacy matters for workplace safety • 64 per cent of employers think that their employees understand vital health and safety information. Only 40 per cent of workers agree. • Documented safety issues due to low literacy include toxic materials mishandled, and seniors in care homes given the wrong medicine. Literacy matters for health • 30 per cent of those with high literacy say they have excellent health, compared to 19

per cent of those with low literacy. • Researchers estimate that three to five per cent of total health care costs are due to limited understanding about health information. This translates into $680 million each year in British Columbia. Literacy matters for justice • 36 per cent of offenders in Canada have not completed Grade 9. • Inmates who attend basic education classes are 30 per cent less likely to reoffend. • In 2004, the average cost to keep an offender behind bars for a year was more than $53,000. Literacy matters for seniors • Literacy skills may decline with age due to health problems and lack of use. • Over 70 per cent of seniors have low literacy. • Seniors with low literacy may have problems filling out pension forms

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• Half of the aboriginal population of B.C. is under 25 and accounts for a growing proportion of the workforce. Literacy matters for families • Reading to children before they start school helps develop their language skills and their interest in reading and learning in general.

• The children of parents with higher education levels have higher literacy levels, and much of the benefit comes with high school graduation. Literacy Matters for children and youth • In B.C., one in four children is “developmentally vulnerable” when beginning kindergarten and one student in five is not completing high school in the expected time. • In 2008, 20 per cent of Canadian teenagers aged 15 to 19 were no

longer pursuing a formal education. • The Canadian government will spend more than $2,500 on employment insurance and $4,000 on social assistance annually for each high school dropout, for a total annual cost of $2.4 billion. If you are looking for additional research on literacy statistics, visit http://decoda.ca or contact its library staff directly at library@decoda.ca. — Decoda Literacy Solutions

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Literacy celebrities part of big day at city library MLA Don McRae, Coun. Leonard, others will be guest readers

event vent with the Vancouver Island land Regional Library, Success uccess by 6 and the Courtenay ay Rotary. Valleylinks has a techie coming ming to answer any computer-related mputer-related questions. Family Literacy Day is Snacks, nacks, coffee, tea and juice being celebrated this Friday aree provided in the rest at the Courtenay library. area. The Kazimea library will Sokil from be the place TreeFrog to bring your Music will be babies and the first to pre-schoolers entertain at for hours of 10. She is an fun. It opens accomplished at 10 a.m. musician and book as well as bags will a mom and be gifted registered to the first counsellor/ 300 families creative arts there. KAZIMEA SOKIL therapist. There Kazimea will be erforms with guitar, banjo early-years learning stations performs and nd mandolin, and can be throughout the library for seen en and heard families to enjoy 15 minutes around ound Vanof fun — the theme of this couver uver day. The Early Years AborigiIsland land nal program, Comox Valley with ith Family Services, Strong Backporch ackporch Starts (School District Banjo. anjo. She 71), ECE-BC, Pacific Care has as been and Jump Start, the Child working orking with Development Centre, and 4 music usic and special R’s Education will have fun needs eeds adults and seniors activities and information since nce 1999, and has taught for all of you. children’s hildren’s music and moveAdults will also be able to ment ent classes in alternative get information from North schools hools in Victoria, CourteIsland College, Creative nay ay and Comox. Employment Access, the “We come to music for Adult Learning Centre and recreation, creation, fun, interaction, the Comox Valley Lifelong peace, eace challenge and fulfillfulfill Learning Association. The ment,” she believes. latter is the host of this

As a parent, Kazimea always found music a source of great joy and a wonderful way to play with her own young children. This will be a wonderful start to the day. At 11, Mary Murphy will entertain. She is a versatile and fiery singer/songwriter born in Wexford, Ireland, who is residing in the Comox Valley. Mary will not only share her gifts of melody and lyric, but lead us in playful choruses in both English and Irish language, playing percussion instruments and even performing a little step dancing! It may be this gift of melody and lyric that

is so attractive, or her rich and seemingly effortless vocal style, or perhaps her enticingly warm Irish

nature; but whatever combinations move this woman, they promote and sustain fans from every age group and from every walk of life. Mary’s Irish wit and storytelling also ring clear and proves to be yet another way in which her audiences find themselves feeling

personally connected and drawn into her world. Rhyme Tyme is from 11:45 to 12:15 for little ones to learn rhymes and sing songs with their parents and care givers. Grandparents, aunties and uncles are most welcome! From 12:30 to 1 p.m., local celebrities — Education Minister Don McRae, VIRL board chair RonnaRae Leonard and assistant superintendent Tom Demeo from School District 71 are coming to read their favourite book in the library lounge. Come and join in the fun. — Comox Valley Lifelong Learning Association

FAMILY LITERACY DAY is being celebrated this Friday with performances by Kazimea Sokil (left) and Mary Mur Murphy (above) at the Courtenay Library.

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Chew To Live opens in Comox Valley It’s no secret the average person wants to improve health, increase energy and restore vitality. What many people don’t realize is there is no magic pill to achieve these goals, and the solution is as close as the kitchen. Recognizing that training is the missing component for many people seeking to prepare healthy foods to achieve these goals, Michele Ruttkiewicz, a registered holistic nutritionist and food educator, founded Chew To Live in the Comox Valley in December.

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Chew To Live offers a variety of services to clients, including oneon-one consulting and ‘pantry’ assessments. Topic-driven workshops, however, are the service that Ruttkiewicz believes will be

the most popular, since the three-hour sessions are hands-on, fun and affordable. Cooking workshops are offered in Courtenay, but Chew To Live will also do nutritious cooking classes at individuals’ homes. The next workshop, Balance Blood Sugar & Banish Bell Fat, is Jan. 29 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Eureka Clubhouse, 280 4th St. in Courtenay. The gluten-free menu includes Greek lentil salad, chicken and yamstuffed avocado, creole shrimp with baked spaghetti squash, and

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quinoa carrot cake. The session is limited to eight people, with a portion of the $49 participant/food fee being donated to the Vancouver Island Adaptive Ski program. “At Chew to Live, we believe that the basis of proper nutrition is eating delicious, real, wholesome food,” Ruttkiewicz said. “Our culinary nutrition classes and workshops teach individuals how to prepare healthy foods that will have a positive effect on overall health, in addition to the way we think and feel.” www.ChewToLive.ca

The British Columbia Real Estate Association reports that a total of 67,637 residential sales were recorded by the Multiple Listing Service in B.C. in 2012, a decline of 11.8 per cent compared to 2011. Total sales dollar volume declined 19.1 per cent to $34.8 billion over the same period. The annual average MLS residential price in the province was $514,836 in 2012, down 8.3 per

College expands in new location After many years of growth and development in its previous location at 1995 Cliffe Ave., Excel Career College has made a move to a bigger and brighter environment in downtown Courtenay. On Jan. 7, the college opened its doors at a new location on the second floor at 841 Cliffe Ave., across from City Hall. While not a big move in terms of distance, it signals big changes for the college, which had outgrown its former site and anticipates continued expansion in the future. Excel president Pauline Stevenson is excited about the move and what it means for the college. “The new space will accommodate all of our full time diploma programs as well as corporate training and government contracts,” Stevenson said. “We are bringing new programs on line at an increasing rate, and this facility provides us with the capacity to deliver them. We are also thrilled to be in the heart of Courte-

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nay, and the location is perfect for our students, both local and international, to access the downtown core and public transportation.” Students are already enjoying the new college space. “Everything looks fresh and new,” one commented. “The lounge is nice; love the couch! The classrooms are better, and it’s brighter with more sunlight. It’s professional but still comfortable and casual.” “We have been able to design every square inch to meet our needs, including classroom and office placement, fresh bright colours, and a coffee-break area where students can

really take a breather from their studies on the couch by the fireplace,” Stevenson said. A great deal has gone into the planning, and Stevenson is keen for everyone to come and see the results. In one of several events to celebrate the new location, Excel is hosting a workshop with personal branding expert Beth Campbell Duke: Three Simple Secrets of Smart Professionals Who Love Their Work. The workshop will be held Wednesday, Jan. 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and is open to anyone wishing to attend. Cost is a donation to the food bank. Space is limited, so eager participants

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Kootenays and B.C. Northern regions,” said Cameron Muir, BCREA chief economist. “At least half of the eight per cent decline in the B.C. average home price was the result of fewer luxury homes selling in Vancouver and fewer overall Vancouver home sales relative to the rest of the province in 2012.” In December, B.C. residential sales dollar volume was down 28.6 per cent to $1.5 billion, compared to December 2011. Residential unit sales declined 26.4 per cent to 3,011 units, while the average MLS residential price was down three per cent to $498,205 over the same period.

OFFICAL NOTICE 32nd Annual General Meeting of the

Comox District Consumers Co-operative Thursday, February 21, 2013 Filberg Centre, Seniors Lounge 6:30 PM • Registration 7:00 PM • Pot Luck Supper 7:30 PM • Meeting Starts Please bring your favourite hot dish, salad or dessert Please RSVP at 250-338-8181 or email comoxcoop@shaw.com

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How should we deal with future floods? • Build dikes, dams, levees or floodways? • Control land use & zoning? • Develop better flood warning systems? Come to this third and final public session to review the draft Integrated Flood Management Study. Public input, professional advice and comprehensive data have been compiled to produce several recommendations for flood management along our rivers and floodplains.

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Wednesday January 30 6:00 pm: Doors open 6:15 pm: Presentation, Q & A 7:00 to 8:00 pm: Informal discussion Westerly Hotel & Convention Centre 1590 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay

Find out more: www.courtenay.ca/floodstudy.aspx For more information, contact: Engineering Division 250-334-4441 engineering@courtenay.ca www.courtenay.ca

• Provide specific comments on key recommendations • Discuss remaining issues • Review next steps

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Colourbox delving into Van’s music Following last Thursday’s stunning show by the Arrowsmith Quintet, under the leadership of Colin Campbell, at which they received a standing ovation from a nearly full house, the Georgia Straight Jazz Society continues a small combo run. This Thursday, the Comox Valley-based quartet Colourbox —Paul Rodgers on vocals, Jeff Drummond on guitar, John Hyde on bass and Aaron Amar on drums will be joined by special guest Jake Masri on trumpet. Starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Elks’ Club in Courtenay, the quintet will pay particular tribute to the music of Van Morrison. Retro themes have become extremely popular during recent months as part of the Georgia Straight Jazz Society’s regular Thursday night live jazz series, following a trend started about one year ago when Masri played his Herb Alpert tribute. This week’s music will cover a wide range of Van Morrison’s music between ‘far removed from’ and ‘very close to’ the original versions of these songs. The band will play in keeping with jazz traditions and perform versions that are very much their own, ranging from Swing and Latin, to contemporary jazz,

THIS THURSDAY’S ENTERTAINMENT at the Elks’ Club in downtown Courtenay is Colourbox, plus guest Jake Masri. old school R&B and reggae. So if you’re among those folk who fondly remember Brown Eyed Girl, Days Like This or Someone Like You, plan on being at the Elks’ Home on Sixth Street. Get there half an hour early if you want the best seats, or plan on meeting friends. ••• Tickets are now on sale for the Jenn Hodge All Stars’ concert on Feb. 10. Bop City and Red Carpet in Courtenay and Comox respectively, have tickets at regular member and non-mem-

ber prices. Jennifer is a Courtenay jazz bassist, who’s made it big on the mainland, and this is a rare homecoming for her.

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Thursday’s event. ••• The jazz society is busy organizing a Valentine’s Day spectacular event. Since this romantic day occurs on a Thursday only once every seven years — this is it! If you specifically enjoy great love songs, and want to experience them performed by a lineup of about 15 of Comox Valley’s finest jazz artists who are getting together for this one-night fundraising special, remember to mark your calendar for Feb. 14. Great music at 7:30 p.m. with door prizes and chocolate desserts — just remember to bring a partner! For more information about Georgia Straight Jazz Society and its future performance schedule, visit georgiastraightjazz.com, or see it on Facebook. — Georgia Straight Jazz Society

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Jazz trio playing This Friday, the Anderson Jazz Syndicate will make their first appearance of 2013 at Zocalo Café in Courtenay. Featuring Doug Anderson on guitar, John Hyde on bass and Aaron Amar on drums, this jazz trio will bring their swinging style to both standards and original tunes creating a great jazz club vibe. This trio is known for their energetic and interactive approach to the music, in which each member plays an important role in the sound they create. Watch for coming performances of Syndicate on the last Friday of each month. Come on out for an evening of fine jazz and great food. The music starts at 7:30 p.m. — Anderson Jazz Syndicate

Bolshoi at Rialto The Bolshoi Ballet Cinema Series continues, live, at the Rialto Theatre this Sunday at 10 a.m. Another of the great ballets of the Russian tradition, La Bayadere ( the Temple Dancer) is an exotic story of love and intrigue in India. Nikiya, a young temple dancer, swears her love to a young warrior. The High Brahmin wants Nikiya for himself and tells the all-powerful Rajah about the affair. The Rajah had decided that the warrior would marry his own daughter, so he makes a deadly intervention. Tickets are on sale now. For more information, call the Rialto Theatre at 250-338-5502. — Rialto Theatre

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Comox Valley Farmer’s Market-Market Helper Volunteering at the farmers market includes: set up and tear down of our tent, musicians stage, info table and signage, operating our point of sale system, answering questions about the farmers market and receiving comments/input from customers, collecting product from the vendors and working in the kids area or counting attendees. It is outdoors from April until mid October and inside from late October until April every Saturday. Helpers are needed from 8:00AM until about 1:00. Contact: Vickey Brown @ 250-218-0321 • M-Sat 9-5 Email: marketmanager@comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society Horse Handlers - Variety of positions available to assist people with physical disabilities or mental/emotional challenges at Therapeutic Riding. Sidewalkers, horse leaders, barn help etc . No experience necessary as training is provided. A desire to help people, work with horses, and enjoy a fun social atmosphere is required. Positions require some physical ability, such as walking trails and indoor arena. Committing to once a week, for one hour for an 8-10 week session is ideal but not necessary. Sessions run September though to June, M-F, 9-4. Contact: Laureli Morrison @ 250-338-1968 • M-F 9-4 p.m. Email: cvtrs@telus.net

Cumberland Community Schools Society After School Program Leaders The after school program leaders work with Elementary School aged children to deliver quality programs Monday-Thursday 2:304:00. Opportunities exist for your creativity! With the support of the Program Coordinator, you will run an age appropriate approved program that will run for up to 8 weeks, once a week. Schedules run in the Fall, Winter, and Spring. Do you have a hobby or interest that you would like to share with others? Please consider running an after school program with the CCSS! Sharing Craft Skills with Students Looking for knitters or crafty folks who would like to share their skills with grade 5 and 6 students at Cumberland Elementary. Contact: Sue Loveless @ 250-336-8521 • Mon-Thur 10-4 Email: ccss.coordinator@gmail.com

Cumberland Health Centre and Lodge Swimming Assistant - Assist residents at the lodge during a monthly and bi-monthly swim program. Volunteers needed to work 1-1 with residents in the pool program. Program occurs on Monday afternoons Sept -June, and Friday afternoons July and August. Hydration Volunteer - Volunteers needed mornings to visit and provide fluids to residents on a daily basis. One to two volunteers needed each morning. Bingo Volunteer - Bingo volunteers are needed each Wednesday afternoon to assist residents in playing bingo independently, set-up of program and to take on the role as a bingo caller. Bingo Volunteer - Bingo volunteers are needed each Wednesday afternoon to assist during the residents weekly bingo program. This volunteer duty may involve assisting resident individually during the games, set-up and clean-up of area and calling the bingo games. Contact: Coral Coupland - 250-331-8505• 8am-4pm Email: coral.coupland@viha.ca

Doublewaters Society - Mentoring Looking for professional women with a good sense of humor and an ability to commit to a 6 month period to be a business mentor. Various Volunteer Opportunities Friday Artistry & Music Night 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. - Looking for volunteers who can teach guitar, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, jewellery making, sketching, painting, etc. Looking for volunteers ages 19 and up to share your time, laughter and sense of humour with these courageous women, who are working to change their lives. NOTE: You will not be charged for the Criminal Records Check. Contact: Jackie Watson - 250-941-1742 Monday - Friday 9-4 • Email: jackie@doublewaters.ca Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS) Eagle Festival Children’s Activity Assistance Mountainaire Avian Rescue needs help with children’s activities for the 2013 Eagle Festival, February 23rd. Volunteers will be situated in the children’s area at the Marine Heritage Centre in Campbell River. They will assist children while they participate in simple activities related to birds and their habitat. This is an excellent opportunity to get kids excited about the environment. Contact: Allison Morrison @ 250-335-2261 9:00 am to 7:00 pm daily• Email: gak@shaw.ca

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Heat of Spain will warm our Valley this weekend First concert of 2013 by Strathcona Symphony Orchestra Carol Sheehan Contributor

Albéniz’s Sevilla, which premiered in Paris in 1886 as part of his Suite Española Op 97, contains hauntingly beautiful melodies that have become a significant part of the classical Spanish guitar repertoire. Familiar rhythms of Andalusian folk music and dance are found in the SSO’s presentation of Georges Bizet’s Carmen Suite from his 1875 opera and in Italian composer Vincenzio de Chiara’s La Española (The Spanish Dancer) popularized in the 20th century by vocalist Mario Lanza. Few people will recognize the name of French composer Charles Borel-Clerc (1870-1959), though his rousing and celebrated 1905 La Sorella: March on Spanish Themes for Symphonic Band made popular by John Philip Sousa has resonated though generations.

¡Hola! Banish grey January skies: Take a journey with the Strathcona Symphony Orchestra’s España! Step out of winter’s gloom and into the Native Sons’ Hall Jan. 26 and 27 to revel in the warm sun-filled soundscapes of Spain. Hear the castanets, THE FLAMENCO SOLOIST for the Strathcona cantos, and guitars. Symphony Orchestra’s presentation of España Be caught up in the is Estelle Kurier. colours, vitality and experiThough it was origi- audience’s drama of Andalusian nally written for piano, ence of these iconic song and dance. Feel the SSO audience will compositions, dancer the flame — experience recall its transfor- Estelle Kurier of Victhe pride and sophistiinternationmation into a guitar toria’s cation in the rhythmic standard by Carlos ally renowned Alma pulse of classic Spanish Montonya and José de España school and dances presented by dance company brings Feliciano. special guest, There will the emotional intensity flamenco soloI grew up hearing Emmanbe more “ah- and expressive interist Estelle Kurier. ual Chabrier’s España Rhapsody ha” moments pretations of el baile the flamenco to the SSO’s Launching for Orchestra (1883), and its puls- when SSO launch- concert. her fourth year Recalling the suces into Tchaias conductor of ing rhythms conjured up visual k o v s k y ’ s cess of introducing prothe Comox Val- images filled with vibrant colours D a n s e fessional dancers into ley’s commu- and dramatic movement. E s p a g - the symphony’s past nity orchestra, Pippa Williams nole that two seasons, ConducPippa Wilso thrilled tor Williams made the liams opens The SSO, under the audiences in his 1976 easy decision to include the SSO’s 2013 season with a lively and leadership of its new ballet Swan Lake that Estelle in España. “There is a compelchallenging program concertmaster, Blaine it reappeared as Le featuring a host of com- Dunaway, will warm Chocolat: Danse Espag- ling visual component posers who have been the event with Cuban nole in the Nutcracker to this music,” she comprofoundly influenced composer Ernesto Lec- ballet that premiered mented, “It’s easy to be by classical Spanish uona’s Malagueña — in 1892, becoming a instantly caught up music and dance tradi- the sixth movement North American holi- in the energy of this of his Suite Andalucia day tradition for over a music, its traditional tions. folk origins that are “I want to create a inspired by his 1924 hundred years. Enriching the as mysterious as they spicy atmosphere for tour of Spain. our España audience,” she says. “I grew up hearing Emmanual Chabrier’s España Rhapsody for Orchestra (1883), and its pulsing rhythms conjured up visual images filled with vibrant colours and dramatic movement.” Chabrier has often been credited with being a major influence in the 19th century vogue for Hispanic-flavoured music. The obvious allure of traditional Spanish folk arts — filled with emotional intensity and vitality — inspired such notable works as Ravel’s Rapsodie Espagnole and Debussy’s Ibéria. The program selected by Maestra Williams reflects that tradition; indeed, there is only one Spanish composer, Isaac Albéniz (18601909), represented in the program though all the composers in the SSO’s España found deep connections to Spanish culture.

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are rich. I’ve always been inspired by how an improvisational art form — based on interactive song, dance, percussion and music virtuosity — has inspired composers to match its highly technical and sophisticated rhythms and dynamics. Estelle Kurier’s flamenco dance will bring that element of improvisation to España.” Having performed as a soloist with the Victoria Civic Orchestra in 2011, Kurier, who is also a PhD student in the University of Victoria’s Hispanic and Italian Department, brings her training in flamenco and classical Spanish dance to the Comox Valley. “I hope to help transport the SSO audience to the warmth, freshness and passion of Spain,” she commented. “Flamenco dance becomes an extension of the music. “For me, dancing with the SSO is an internalization of the melodies that I then express outwardly. Whether the improvisational dance movements are revealed strongly or softly, through flamen-

co, I share a piece of myself as I follow the orchestra.” Furthering the experience of authenticity, the SSO will offer a cash bar featuring Spanish wines as well as sweets and savoury tapas. ¡Ah! Divino!

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Sharpe wows crowd The 11th Red Bull Nanshan Open Finals in Beijing, China this week had to be altered due to constant snowfall causing speed issues for all riders involved. The decision was made to call the 5Star World Snowboard Tour Finals off and a plan B was created for the afternoon. This didn’t stop the riders’ itch to put on a show, and after agreeing to leave the Qualifier results stand, t h e inaugural 11th Red Bull Nanshan O p e n Super MethodSHARPE Off & Rail-Jam Bonus Round was held on Jan. 20. The qualified riders would be judged on their best method grab off the first kicker, a knuckle trick on the second kicker table and ‘choose-yourline’ on the jib section – battling for a miniprize pool of $6,000. The local crowd, and up to 1.6 billion live TV viewers, were treated to an awesome display of methods, each rider showing their individual style – a nice contrast to the dizzying spins of the previous day’s runs. At the end of the day it was the competition’s youngest rider Darcy Sharpe, a member of the Canadian National Snowboard team, who threw down the most judge-pleasing run for

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DARCY SHARPE OF Comox earned a firstand fourth-place finish at the Nanshan Open in Beijing, China. a first place finish. The 16-year old from Comox must still have that youth-flexibility, with by far the highest and most tweaked-out method of the day off the big kicker, finishing it off with a half-cab to backside 360off on the up-pipe and a back 270 on, 270 out on the down rail. Based on Monday’s results, Sharpe finished fourth in the Nanshan men’s open division. – Nanshan Open

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Upsets and overtimes. Close games and large crowds. Great food and lots of noise. Even a couple of fire alarms. The 45th annual Towhee Tournament had it all as the Vanier senior boys basketball team hosted an entertaining 12-team tourney on Jan. 17-19. Adding to the excitement, the Towhees made it all the way to the final before bowing to a vastly improved Mt. Douglas Rams team from Victoria. Vanier got things off to a great start Thursday night with a 76-73 overtime win against the Killarney Cougars. “We did not know much about the Cougars, although we had seen them at the New West tournament in December, and they were struggling,” said Towhees’ head coach Larry Street. “Home teams of big tournaments do not care to lose their first game...it hurts the gate and school spirit a bit,” Street noted. And the Cougars were certainly out to steal one away from the hosts. It was a close game throughout, with fans treated to lots of scoring. “Luckily, our boys won in overtime, coming back from a five-point deficit with one minute left in regulation time, and then six points down halfway through the overtime,” Street said. “We kept Killarney in the game with our 26-turnover and 11-for-32 free throw performance. But gritty play and outstanding team character kept us in.” Nate DaSilva Award winner as Most Valuable Towhee and first team all star Scott Stevens led the Towhees with 17 points and eight rebounds. Fellow first team all star Joaquin Paterna chipped in 15 points, eight assists, five steals and showed plenty of flare in

ON THE BALL IS Vanier’s Foster DeWitt with teammate Harry Li in support. Action came in Saturday night’s 68-61 loss to Mt. Doug. PHOTO BY JIM HOCKLEY

his game. Second team all star Jaron Piercy added 11 points and seven rebounds. Things were much easier for Vanier in their second game as they knocked off the Gladstone Gladiators of Vancouver 76-51 on Friday. All the Towhees played and everyone scored. “Team defence was stifling, and Player of the Game Isaac Ng was an inspirational leader on the court, just as he has been for all his teammates all year,” Street said. Harry Li, Piercy and Joss Biggins all scored 10 points. Joss Biggins led all rebounders with nine while Paterna had seven assists and four exciting steals. Vanier outrebounded Gladstone 39-24. Saturday morning’s semifinals were very exciting. Mt. Doug had just defeated tournament favourite Wellington Wildcats of Nanaimo and the Towhees needed to play perennial powerhouse Centennial Centaurs from Coquitlam. It was another close game for the Towhees, and every player again contributed immensely to a big 67-56 win. “Coquitlam’s best player Jacob Buren was a load to stop. He scored 33 tough, athletic points,” Street said. “Luckily, we held down all other Centennial shooters and prevailed with a solid win.” Stevens again led the way with 17 points while Piercy had 16. “Both shot the ball very well,” Street said. “Plenty of energy came off the bench with the likes of Jordan Balon, Colton Derycke, Ng, Gryphon Vester, Jakob Jungwirth and Lucas Falconer giving plenty of rest to the starters who would be needed to carry the load in the evening final.” A large, enthusiastic crowd were cheering on the Towhees in the lead-up See TOWHEES, 27

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Thanks to the men in the crease, there was no increase or decrease in the gap between the two top teams in the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League’s North Division last week. Goaltenders Michael Hails of the Comox Valley Glacier Kings and Cameron Large of the Nanaimo Buccaneers were both outstanding in a home-and-home series between the teams. On Thursday, Jan. 17 in Nanaimo, Large was the game’s first star as he blanked the Icemen 2-0. The Yetis outshot the Bucs 36-24 but could not solve the former Glacier King netminder. On Saturday, Jan. 19 in Courtenay it was Hails turn to shine as the game’s first star as he was all but unbeatable in a 2-1 Glacier

Kings’ win. The visitors outshot the Yetis 30-17. The results left Nanaimo in top spot in the North with 47 points on a 22-15-3 record while the Icemen are in second with 38 points on an 18-18-2 record. The two teams have one more regular season meeting when the Yetis host the Bucs on Feb. 16. At the Nanaimo Ice Centre on Jan. 17, Beau Blanaru scored early in the third period to give the Bucs the only goal they would need. Max Crawford was out of the play after taking a puck to the face and did not return to the game. Jake Calverley sealed the deal with an empty netter with 45 seconds left. Comox Valley out shot Nanaimo 13-8 in the first period and 16-9 in the second, only to be stymied time and time again by Large. “Overall the boys played well, not every game that you out play [the opposition] you’re going to come out on top of the scoreboard. It’s a moral victory for us, we controlled what

TAKING CARE OF business along the boards, Brook Trainor takes out Nanaimo opponent. PHOTO BY JIM HOCKLEY

we could control and we feel confident in the team’s play going

forward,” said Yetis’ assistant coach Mark McNaughton.

The script was almost the same – except with the roles reversed – when the teams met Jan. 19 in Courtenay. Nanaimo out shot the Yetis 9-1 in the first but came up empty. The visitors enjoyed a 12-2 shots-on-goal advantage in the third, with Blanaru the only Buc to get the puck past Hails. That tally came early in the final frame and was not enough to erase the two-goal lead the Yetis built in the second. Jordan Crisp’s sixth of the season at 2:11 and Rylan Ball’s 10th of the year on the power play provided the Yetis with the winning edge. The Glacier Kings’ penalty killers came up big, including denying the Bucs during a 6-on-4 in the final minutes. Head coach Bill Rotheisler says close games are preparing the team for the post season. “These were tight games, which is exactly what we have to prepare for going into the playoffs. Playoffs are almost always

a test of who can win the most one-goal games and whose special teams are more committed. I believe there is a strong foundation to continue to develop over the last 10 games so we are prepared to go deep in the playoffs.” The Glacier Kings close out the January portion of their season with a flurry of three games in four days. On Jan. 24 they are in Victoria to play the leagueleading Cougars. On Jan. 26 they host the Saanich Braves (7:30 p.m. Sports Centre Arena #1). On Jan. 27 they are in Parksville to play the Oceanside Generals. ICE CHIPS It took Mitch Ball exactly 44 seconds to notch his first point with the BCHL Cowichan Valley Capitals after being called up on Jan. 10 ... Ball assisted on the Caps’ first goal against the Nanaimo Clippers on Jan. 11 ... the Caps are the lowest scoring team in the BCHL ... sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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to the championship game against Mt. Doug, but they were hushed when the Rams went up 17-2. The Towhees needed to dig deep, and in typical flamboyant style, Paterna got the team going, along with the grittiness of Falconer and Li. “A true team effort brought the boys back, and early in the second half we went ahead 36-35,” Street said. Play then went back and forth and stayed close until late in the fourth quarter when Mt. Doug drained three straight threepointers. Vanier tried to pull close, and it was tough in the end, losing a great game 68-61. “It was very exciting and very loud in the gym. Good old-fashioned Courtenay enthusiasm,” Street said. “Joaquin, like all the other Towhees, played his heart out and led with 18 points and five assists. Harry Li was a terror on the boards with eight while scoring 12 points. Scott Stevens had 13 points and seven rebounds, and Jaron Piercy rounded out the scoring with 10 points.” The Towhees were outrebounded by

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August 2, 1928 - January 9, 2013 A brief but valiant battle with respiratory illness at the Penticton Hospital preceded the peaceful passing of William Ronald Ball of Okanagan Falls at Moog & Friends Hospice. The family extends our sincere gratitude to all the Doctors & Staff for their care and compassion. There will be no memorial by request however donations to your local Hospice Societies are encouraged. Bill is survived by his wife of 59 years, Verna, sons: Ian (Laurel) & David (Jane), Sister: Margaret, Brother: Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Arcy (Mona), Brother-in-Law: Ken, Grandchildren: Craig (Teresa), Kelly (Matt), Daniel & Jonathan. Greatgrandchildren: Braden & Alisha. As well as many nieces, nephews & cousins. Bills parents, Josephine & Hector, settled in Vernon, BC in the late 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where he graduated from Fulton School in 1947. Employment in the timber industry followed, doing topographical surveying while he was enrolled in the engineering program at UBC. Later a little dabbling in accounting & insurance framed his 1953 marriage to Verna MacDonald. In 1956 he went back to mapping and location work with the Dept. of Highways. This was an ambitious time for infrastructure improvement in the province and the family moved not less than 30 times over the next 7 years until 1963 saw a move to Prince George and a position of Resident Engineer. A promotion to Regional Engineer took him to Prince Rupert in 1969 & then another, to Nelson as a Highways Manager in 1978. A final transfer to Courtenay in 1983 preceded his 1988 retirement with 32 years of dedicated service. Bill took advantage of every opportunity and he rose to every challenge presented throughout his career and it was the same in his personal life. He always had an urge for adventure, like when he hopped a freight train to Vancouver at age 16, to later stunts on his Harley 45. He continued his exploits with boating and fishing on the North Coast and trips to Europe & North Africa in the 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s As a retiree he enjoyed exploring the Baja Peninsula from his condo in Los Cabos and even obtained his pilotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license at age 65. A move to the Okanagan Falls area in 1996 focused him on quieter pursuits where he enjoyed fly fishing, cooking, woodworking, reading and walking his dog along the canal. Bill was extremely proud of his family history and he dedicated countless hours researching our roots back to the 16th Century. He always had our Coat of Arms with our family motto on it hanging in his home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;UNDAUNTEDâ&#x20AC;? I looked it up, it means... â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not discouraged by difficulty, danger or disappointment.â&#x20AC;? ie. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fearless, Courageous, Valiantâ&#x20AC;?. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe these are easy words to live up to, however writing this has made me reflect on the manner that my Dad lived his 84 years and when I remember the way he calmly stared down that clock during his last few days I am convinced that he did indeed live up to it. I hope I can too. D.W.B.

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It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of John Prain (Jack) Fisher while in Nanaimo Hospital on January 16, 2013. He was predeceased by grandfather Jack Prain, his grandmother Margaret (Mitch) Jacques, grandfather Thomas Robertson, grandmother Martha Robertson, grandfather Marshal Fisher, grandmother Olive Fisher. He is survived by his wife Lisa, daughters Terri-Anne Sebastian (Joe) and Lauren. Grandchildren Kay-Leigh, Mathew and Jordon. Siblings Shelley Jang (Norman) Marshall Fisher (Jean) Alison Fisher, Debbie (Ian) Karen, Don (Melanie) Jeanine (Gordon) Hogan. He is also survived by his parents Wayne and Anne Fisher and Walter & Jean Robertson. Mother-in-law Marylou Stevens, brother-inlaw Ron (Barb) Stevens and John Mikelson. He will, also be missed by other relatives here on the island as in other parts of the world. On leaving school in 1973 Jack joined the Canadian Armed Forces and was trained as an Air Traffic Controller. In 1979 he moved to Stewart B.C. where he worked in the mines and drove logging trucks. In 1995 he and Lisa moved back to Vancouver Island where he was employed by Newalta Corporation in Nanaimo as a driver for many years. He was recently promoted to Operational Safety Officer/Trainer. As a child his aim was to be a Truck Driver. He made it Big Time. Jack had a great sense of humour, he enjoyed outdoor activities with his family but was happiest when at home with a good book. The service will be held Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 1:00 PM at Sands Funeral Home, Newcastle Avenue, Nanaimo B.C. To be interred at later date in Courtenay Civic Cemetery.

HELEN MARIE GALPIN (Stevenson)

Bennett George Domoney Bennett George Domoney, born December 8th, 1921 in New Westminster BC, sadly passed away peacefully in Comox with his family by his side on January 17, 2013. He filled all his 91 years with many great stories of adventures, ones both planned and those where no maps were used! He is survived by his children, Susan (David Craven) of Courtenay, grandchildren Brent (Kim), Janice, great-grandchildren Cale and Lily Hart, and Colby (Mike); Bruce of Toronto, grandchildren Mathew, Alex (Chrissi), great-granddaughter Olivia, and Rachel, all of Ontario; Kathy (David Campbell) of Toronto, grandchildren Duncan and Alasdair. Ben served with the RCAF during WWII in Europe and North Africa as an Airplane Rigger. He was in the streets of Hamburg, Germany just days after D-Day, listening to the celebrations. He returned to Vancouver and joined Woodwardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, later transferring to Port Alberni in 1960 as manager of the shoe department. In 1968 Ben moved his family to Victoria and established Domoney Shoes on Yates Street. He then moved to the Comox Valley in 1992 to be closer to his family, eventually moving into Berwick Comox in 2006, and was a common sight in his â&#x20AC;&#x153;Green Bubbleâ&#x20AC;? scooter all over town. Ben was an avid golfer at both Royal Colwood and Comox Golf Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pursuing his passion. He proudly displayed his trophies for a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hole-in-Oneâ&#x20AC;? and an â&#x20AC;&#x153;8-Enderâ&#x20AC;? win in curling, as well as many fishing derby prizes. His children have many fond memories of camping trips to Rathtrevor Beach, Yellow Point and the Okanagan. Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family would like to send a special thanks to Dr. Brad Harris, VIHA home support, and the 3rd floor staff at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital in Comox for all their compassion and care. Private family services will be held at a later date. So Dad, keep your head down and your eyes on the back of the ball. You will be missed by all.

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OCT 17, 1915 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 Helenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

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REAL ESTATE CAREER INFORMATION SEMINAR. Ever wondered about being a realtor?? Come on down to 350â&#x20AC;&#x201C;17th Street Courtenay, B.C. Behind PetroCan Thursday,Feb 21, 2012 7:00-8:30 P.M. Limited seating. RSVP 250-898-8790

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Early Childhood Educator 40 hours/week Fluent in French with experience working in preschool or daycare. Please fax resume to Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre 250-339-8083 Deadline: January 24, 2013

Administrative Accounting Officer Permanent part time: 26-28 hrs. per week CVFSA wage grid: to be discussed Closing date: Feb. 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm Understands and can apply basic accounting principles. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes: 2-3 years of accounting/bookkeeping experience, payroll experience, A/R and A/P, perform month end functions, Microsoft/Excel, QuickBooks, detail-oriented, Nonprofit experience an asset.

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

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;SEASONAL - GARDENER 1â&#x20AC;? The City of Courtenay invites applications for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seasonal Gardener 1â&#x20AC;? in the Operations Division. This position is available for approximately eight months of each year (March to October). For complete details about the application process, please go to our website at www. courtenay.ca and click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Employment Opportunitiesâ&#x20AC;?.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;SUMMER PROGRAM COORDINATORâ&#x20AC;? The City of Courtenay invites applications for the temporary position of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Summer Program Coordinatorâ&#x20AC;? in the Recreation Division. This position is responsible for developing, planning and overseeing children and youth summer recreation programs including liaising with community groups and organizations regarding programming needs. Hires, coordinates and supervises summer program staff including program supervisors, and directly leads programs when required. This position is available for six months starting in March. For complete details about the application process, please go to our website at www.courtenay. ca and click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Employment Opportunitiesâ&#x20AC;?.

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OPERATIONS PLANNER. This is an entry-level position with training provided. Experience in the road building industry is an asset but is not required. Please respond in conďŹ dence by hand delivering your resume, complete with cover letter to: 801A, 29th

Street, Courtenay. Att: Andrew Duncan BRANCH ASSISTANT The CVRD is seeking a branch assistant to join our executive management branch on a fulltime term basis (four months). Please visit: www.comox valleyrd.ca/jobs for complete position details & required qualiďŹ cations. Applications will be accepted until 3pm January 29, 2013.

CITY OF Yellowknife invites applications from qualiďŹ ed candidates for the following positions: Pumphouse and Liftstation Tradesperson Public Works Department Competition #902-137 Closes: February 1, 2013. Pumphouse and Liftstation Maintainer Public Works Department Competition #902-135 Closes: February 1, 2013. Building Inspector II - Planning and Development Department Competition #220-125U Closes: February 1, 2013 Submit resumes in conďŹ dence by the closing date, to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, Yellowknife, NT., X1A 2N4; Fax (867) 669-3471 or Email: hr@yellowknife.ca Please direct all inquiries to the above listed email address. For more information on these positions, including the required qualiďŹ cations, please refer to the City of Yellowknifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s web page at: www.yellowknife.ca or contact Human Resources at 867920-5603. COOKS WANTED Cooks wanted for high volume, high quality restaurant located in the Comox Valley. Must have a passion for cooking, the ability to work independently or as a team. A minimum of 2 years experience is required. Competitive wages depending on skill. Also accepting resumes for dishwashers. Please apply to Drawer #4521 c/o Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD â&#x20AC;˘ Wednesday, January 23, 2013

PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT

HELP WANTED

Payroll Clerk required to join our dynamic fast paced environment. Your skill set should include strong organization and time management skills, attention to details, excellent communication skills, computer literate, accounting knowledge, payroll experience is an asset, must have the ability to work under strict deadlines. Fax resume 250-956-4888 or email kposlowsky@lemare.ca. Closing date January 23, 2013.

JRP SOLUTIONS Ltd. is hiring a customer support specialist. The successful applicant will be quick at learning new computer systems, problem solving and be comfortable helping customers over the phone and web. Familiarity with forest management, basic accounting principles and/or software development processes will be an asset. Interested parties can submit resumes to jobs@jrpltd.com up to Jan 30, 2013. Only leading candidates will be contacted.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MISC SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOUSES FOR SALE

CLOSING OUT SALE. Due to health reasons we have to close the store. Everything must go by Jan 30th. Over 250 ofďŹ ce chairs, 2 dr lateral ďŹ le cabinets,mobile pedestal 3 drawer pedestals, 1 lg. map cabinet, drafting tables, , etc. Open Mon to Saturday 10am5pm. Coopers Govâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Surplus 4767 Headquarters Rd, Courtenay 250-218-1665. Some items on line. www.cooperssurplus.com

MOBILE LOUGHEED, AB. 2 bdrm. New roof, siding, windows, doors, appliances and air cond. Bathroom updated. $22,000. 4908-48th St. Lot 50120. Call 780-385-8795

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

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LEGAL SERVICES

Carriers Needed Substitute Carrier Needed COURTENAY JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician. Hanna Chrysler Ltd in Hanna, Alberta needs a few more good people. Busy, modern shop. $25-$31/hour + bonus, beneďŹ ts. Great community. Inquire or send resume. Fax 403-8542845; Email: Chrysler@telusplanet.net PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to fax 780-955-HIRE or hr@pyramidcorporation.com

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ELECTRICAL

A.C.L. YARD WORKS. Offering Fall Clean-up specials. Leaves, Gutters, Lawns, Gardening, Tree Pruning, Hedge Trimming, Decks, Patios & Fences. Pat 250-218-4597.

BIG BUILDING Sale. This is a clearance sale. you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss! 20x20 $3,985. 25X24 $4,595. 30X36 $6,859. 35X48 $11,200. 40X52 $13,100. 47X76 $18,265. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

APARTMENT/CONDOS

103-1045 Cumberland Rd. Courtenay. 2 bdrm,1.5 ba. in quiet, well maintained building, ground ďŹ&#x201A;oor entrance, wood ďŹ&#x201A;oors. $126,500. 250-3381038/ 250-702-5598

BUSINESSES FOR SALE ARENA CONCESSION for sale. Proven well established reputation with current owner of 12 yrs. Fully equipped with commercial appls., & safety equipment. New equipment 2012. Upgrades during summer 2012. Avail. to assist new owners. Contact Bob for more info 250-335-1950 or 2502958

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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. SINGLE MODULAR Home. Valley Vista Estates. 2 bedroom. 1 bath. 980 sq.ft 55 plus. $110,500 call 250-8971812 to view

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VIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

FUR COATS, size 13/14: Lovely white beaver $300. Russian mink & Hudson seal with mink collar, $150. each. Call Lee (250)337-8857.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MASTER PLUMBER 30 plus years. JACK OF ALL TRADES have Built/Reno both personal homes. Big or small jobs. Call Ken at 250-650-4838. TRAINED MARINE Diesel Mechanic for hire. Yenmar, Volvo, Penda, John Deer and Northern Lights Generators. Call 250-338-8060.

ESCORTS

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GOLFERS SPECIAL, 1994 Yamaha golf cart, gas engine, new battery and tires. Very good shape, $1795 obo. Call Richard (250)871-2933.

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RENTALS

HOUSES FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES FOR RENT

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

MEICOR REALTY DO YOU CARE about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned - we own and manage our own buildings only. There is a difference! Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave. OCEAN & MT. view house in Thasis 2100 sqft 3 bdrm, 2 bath, out buildings on dbl lot $168,000. Call 250-338-9742

HOMES WANTED

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

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

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LOTS COMOX LAND for sale. 11/2 acres, city water. $269,000. 250-339-0230

TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite - spacious and modern. Excellent location in central Comox walking distance to everything. In suite storage. Extra large kitchen and dining area. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. A very well maintained and well managed building. Also One Bedroom & Den. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

PRICE REDUCTION- Moving. 2009 Wildwood RLSS Winter Package, 34’ OAL Mint, 15’ slider, 12’x12’ new shed, fenced yard, removable skirting located at Shelter Bay RV Resort, stay on site or relocate as required. Asking: $20,000. Call 250-286-3343.

RENTALS

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite. Ensuite, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, in suite washer/dryer. New appliances. Within walking distance to downtown. Well maintained and well managed building with quiet, mature neighbours. Resident social room. Indoor scooter parking. Elevator. Security entry. No pets. Also One Bedroom. Call John @ 250-7032264.

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave.

1 MONTH FREE. Large 1 & 2 bdrms. Free heat. Elevator. Great location! From $650/mo. Call 250-334-4646.

ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated in a quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Very spacious. Well maintained and managed. Elevator and Security entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

COURTENAY, BEAUTIFUL 2 bed/2 bath new Condo. close to downtown. 6 appls., storage. NS, Sm Pet OK. $1100/mo 250-857-0998. TRUMPETERS LANDING: 2 bdrm+ den, ground ﬂoor, 1 pet ok, $1050/mo. no lease req’d. 250-331-0332.

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

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

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

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

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HOLLYRIDGE MANOR 200 Back Road, Courtenay 1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique ﬂoor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS 1252-9th St., Courtenay Spacious 3 bedroom suite in a quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required. For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

CONDOS CYPRESS ARMS

PACIFIC COURT 1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay

1255 9th Street, Courtenay

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

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

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

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1045 Cumberland Road

1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

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

2 bdrm suite available. Reasonable rent includes basic cable, stove, fridge, dishwasher, carpet, blinds and storage room in suite. N/P, security deposit and 2 rental references req’d.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

Call 250-334-9717

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ST. BRELADES

123 Back Road, Courtenay

146 Back Road, Courtenay

Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas ﬁreplaces - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.

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 338-7449

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Attractive 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated – enjoy new appliances, ﬂooring and bathroom ﬁttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717

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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.

PUNTLEDGE PARK. 3 bdrm. 2.5 bath. 3 appls. Fenced yrd. Avail. NOW. $1100. 338-1930

HOMES FOR RENT

Avail Jan 1, 2012. 2 bdrms, walk onto the beach waterfront home. Enjoy storm watching, beach ďŹ res and watching the cruise ships sail by. $1200/mo. Call (250)716-1764 References reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d

Apartmentsâ&#x20AC;˘Condosâ&#x20AC;˘Suites 305-111 Edgett Rd 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 4 appls, $700/mth AVAIL. IMMED. 2325 B VALLEYVIEW DR. 1 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 Appliances, $900/mth AVAIL. DEC 1

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2677 KENDALL AVE 1 bed, 1 bath N/P, N/S 6 appliances, $900/mth AVAIL. IMMED. 204- 1111 EDGETT 2 Bed, 1 Bath N/S, N/P, 4 appls., $775/mth AVAIL JAN 1 203-555 4th St. 2 bed, 1 bath N/S, N/P 5 Appls., $925/mth AVAIL. IMMED. 101-129 BACK ROAD 2 bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 appls. $850/mth AVAIL. IMMED. 203-4700 ALDERWOOD 2 bed, 1 bath N/S, N/P, 5 appls., AVAIL. FEB 15

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

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COURTENAYAVAILABLE Now! 3 bdrm duplex, 5 appls, hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;rs, 1325 sq ft. #112-1500 Cumberland Rd. $1100/mo. (250)338-4710. PUNTLEDGE PARK 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appls., fenced back yrd. Avail. Mar 1, $1000/mo. (250)338-1569/897-2013.

BIG ROCK BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Campbell River1109 South Island Hwy

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 Immd.- $1,200 COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm & den, 1 bath, F & S, carport, partially fenced, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb. 1$1,000/mth RANCHER STYLE DUPLEX 2 bdrm & den, 1 bath, 5 appls, fenced yrd, cul-desac, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb 1 - $850/mth CLOSE TO SUPERSTORE 3 bdrm, 2 bath duplex, 5appls, newly renovated, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail Feb. 1- $950/mth CRYSTAL SHORES 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 6 appls.,b/I vac, elect. F/P, garage, 55 yrs. & over, N/S, No pets. Avail Feb. 1$1300/mth AFFORDABLE FAMILY housing Campbell river & Courtenay 2, 3, 4 bdrm units, w/d hook up, f/s, children a must, refs reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call 250-923-4145 or 250-703-0357. COMOX 4 bdrm, 2 bath, close to two schools, lg lot with R/V parking, N/S. $1250, avail Immed. Ref req 250-339-3800 COURTENAY: 2 bdrm mobile home on Braidwood Road. Clean, NP/NS. Refs req. $700. Call (250)339-7566.

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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 7-147 Stewart St 3 bed, 1.5 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls, $1100/mth Avail. Feb. 1 2180A Piercy Ave 2 bed, 3 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls, $950/mth Avail. Feb. 1 7-1720 13th St 2 bed, 1bath, N/S, 4 appls, $725/mth Avail. Feb. 1 7403 South Island Hwy. 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appl $1050/mth Avail. Immed. 7735 Tozer Road 2 bed, 2 bath. N/S, N/P 2 Appliances $850/mth Avail. Feb. 1 2084 Embelton Cres. 3 bed, 2.5 bath, N/S 5 appls. $1300/mth Avail. Feb. 1 2041 Urquhart Ave 4 bed, 2 bath, N/S, 5 appls. $1400/mth Avail. Feb. 1

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COMOX. Room in exec.home by rec centre.$525 incld. utilities.Avail now 898-7278

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DRIFTWOOD CONDOS

Updated, 2nd floor condo features tile work & laminate flooring & has various fixture upgrades making this a remarkable suite. Incl. 2 appl w/on site coin-op laundry & on bus routes & near all amenities. N/S. Avail Feb 1. $700/month

CHERRYWOOD MANOR

Spacious, renovated 1 & 2 bdrm suites, located in secured entrance building, near schools & on bus routes. Master bdrms feature walk in closets, & suites have 2 appl & large decks. Coinop laundry. N/S. N/P. rent from $625/month, inc. FREE HEAT & HOT WATER. Avail now

DUPLEXES / TOWNHOMES COUSINS ROAD DUPLEX

Exceptionally spacious 3 bdrm duplex features 4 appl, 1.5 baths, lots of windows & storage, & large, fenced back yard w/shed. Located near schools and shopping. N/S & N/P. $1100/month. Avail Feb 1

PINE PLACE TOWNHOMES

Spacious 2 bdrm townhomes offer main level living w/ bedrooms on 2nd floor. Features 1 bath, 4 appl, & patio area. Close to schools, recreation & shopping. Rents from $775/month. Immed & Feb 1 possession.

ALDERGROVE TOWNHOMES

Townhome offers living down & sleeping up, w/recent upgrades, located near downtown Courtenay. 2 bdrms, 5 appl, semi-private patio area, & assigned parking. Near schools & shopping. N/S & N/P. $750/month.

HOMES FOR RENT

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Near schools & recreation, this home is feline friendly (w/deposit), & offers lots of living space. Top level features eat in kitchen w/ access to deck, "formal" dining, living room, 3 bdrms & bath. Well lit basement incl rec room, laundry, 2nd bath, & plenty of storage. Alsoâ&#x20AC;Ś fully functional wood stove, outdoor cat run, wildlife friendly yard, & landscaping included. $1275/month. Long term lease opportunity! Avail Feb 1

KENTWOOD MOBILE Recently renovated 2 bedroom mobile is rural living, but minutes to Courtenay or Cumberland. Features 4 appliances, 1 bath, & small yard. Book a viewing! Cat will be considered w/deposit. $800/month. Avail now.

WANT TO Rent parking space for 2 trucks & w/shop possibly. 250-703-2244, 250-703-3709.

TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560 13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2&3 bdrm townhouses have been completely renovated - enjoy new appliances, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring & bathroom ďŹ ttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717 2 BDRM townhouse for rent in Courtenay. 5 appls, 1.5 baths, carport. NS, NP, quiet and clean renter please. Close to shopping amenities, NIC and CFB Comox. Refs rqrd. Available March 1st. $800/mth. 250-923-2557. 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

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 1 bdrm & den, and 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, custom ďŹ nishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed & Feb. 1 rents from $900/mth. ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl., N/S, No pets. Avail Immed. $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/mo WOODCOTE MEWS 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, n/s, small pet. neg. Avail. Immed. - $1,100/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, patio, new ďŹ&#x201A;ooring res. pkg. N/S. cat ok. Avail. Immed. $725/mth MANOR PARK 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, 5 appls, F/P, laminate ďŹ&#x201A;oors, partial views, n/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail. immd- $1,050/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 Immd. - $1000/mth KYOTO FRIENDLY BUILDING DOWNTOWN COURTENAY 2 bdrm, 2 bath apt. All Appliances + washer & dryer. Heated ďŹ&#x201A;oors. Low utility bills. $1,200/mth ST. AUBINS COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immd.- $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$775/mth SUNRIDGE TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, elect. F/P, carport, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb 1- $1,100/mth CORINTHIA ESTATES ground ďŹ&#x201A;oor 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath condo, 5 appls, gas F/P, patio, underground pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immd. $1,150/mth CLOSE TO DRIFTWOOD MALL 2 bdrm, 1 bath duplex, 4 appls, fenced yrd., covered patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immd. $800/mth PUNTLEDGE PARK DUPLEX 2 bdrms, 2 bath, 5 appls., family rm., fenced yard, shed, N/S, No pets. Aval. Immd. $925/mth CLOSE TO CTNY AIRPARK lovely spacious 3 level 2 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse , 5 appls., garage, pet neg. w/ref. Avail Feb. 1 $1,100/mth COMOX DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath on cul-de-sac, 5 appls, carport, fenced yrd w/shed, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Feb 1 $1,100/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, storage, res. pkg, N/S, cat ok. Avail. Mar. 15 $650/mth FULLY FURNISHED condo at Trumpeterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing, 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, underground pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1 - $1100/mth

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CARS 2000 CHEV Malibu in excellent condition, low mileage, fully loaded, A/C, CD and tape deck. Near new tires and battery, $3000. Please call (250)335-2992. 2004 Toyota Corolla. 4 - door auto. Fully Loaded. Good Condition. Low mileage 38,000. $5,900 OBO. Call 250-3342246

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

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

TRUCKS & VANS

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 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.

SPORTS & IMPORTS 2005 NISSAN Sentra Special Edition. Automatic 4-Door. Remote ignition. Only 87,800 km. Asking $5,500. Call 338-0374 or leave message.

1995-FORD EXPLORER. 4x4 w/ X LT fully loaded. Excellent cond. Original owner. Approx. 250,000kms. $2495 O.B.O. 250-923-4924. 2000 TOYOTA SIENNA Van124,470 km, new tires/brakes/ ignition, good condition, years in dry parking. Asking, $4700. Call (250)331-4203.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

2006 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Adventure 80,000k. Immaculate condition, lotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of extras. $30,000 O.B.O Please call 250-338-8206

2003 WIND STAR VAN. Automatic remote starter, Bruno lift. Comes with or without scooter. 147,400 km. Fully inspected. $8500. obo. (250)338-1961.

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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

Three Rs still important The wheel is unquestionably one of humankind’s greatest discoveries. The development of language and the ability to communicate has been much more important. Without it, we would each be islands. There would be no synergy. The expression two heads are better than one would be meaningless. Miscommunication, on the other hand, is fraught with peril. How many times did war erupt between tribes sharing a first-time meal when Chief A insulted Chief B’s daughter when A thought he was asking B to pass the mastodon? Don’t think, though, that miscommunication vanished with all our progress and our technology. It happens all the time, and it’s so easy because so many of us disregard punctuation, grammar and context. Consider these examples, borrowed from a website called Pleated-Jeans: • Let’s eat, Grandpa. Let’s eat Grandpa. • An average Canadian consumes more than 400 Africans. • A woman, without her man, is nothing. A woman — without her, man is nothing. This is Family Literacy Week. We have three literacy-related pages in today’s Record, beginning on page 11. The following B.C. literacy/illiteracy statistics from Decoda Literacy Solutions are shocking and troubling: • 40 per cent of B.C. adults struggle with the skills necessary to read a newspaper, fill out a work application form, read a map, or understand a lease. • 49 per cent of B.C. adults struggle with the skills necessary to calculate a tip, create a budget, calculate sales tax, or understand credit card interest rates. • 64 per cent of employers think their employees understand vital health and safety information. Only 40 per cent of workers agree. If you haven’t yet read our literacy pages, please do. And instill in your children a love of literacy. There aren’t many more important gifts you can give them. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Record Question of the Week This week: Eighty-one per cent of respondents so far say the recent lockout has changed their attitude toward the NHL. How about you? Just happy the NHL is back or do you harbour a grudge? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Joe Clarkson and other singJoey ers helped to raise more than $1,450 Saturday for the House the Kids Built project on behalf of Habitat for Humanity.

It’s understandable that Greyhound is cutting some bus runs in light of heavy losses, but it will seriously inconvenience people who already have few options.

Our society, laws messed up Dear editor, Today (Jan. 18) I sat in the courtroom in Comox to find out if my nephew’s murderer was going to be sentenced as a youth or an adult. If you don’t know the story, my nephew James was stabbed to death 18 months ago. The youth who did it was found guilty of second-degree murder and, because he was three months shy of his 17th birthday at the time, is considered a youth. At the end of the court session the judge said exactly what we did not want to hear (sentenced as a youth). This puts this individual in youth custody for four years. He will receive an education, meals, clothing, sports, and probably everything else he needs to rehabilitate. Doesn’t sound too bad. What is wrong with this picture? How can society and our laws be so messed up?

Seems to be that if you say you are “sorry” for what you have done (whether you are remorseful or not) you are off the hook. My nephew James was an outstanding young man who had a very bright future. We were all very proud and loved him very much. I could go on for hours about him, but today the story is about what should happen to someone who commits murder. You never expect it to happen to your family, but you see it on the news and read about it in the paper way too often, then you head off to work, maybe talk a little to your co-workers about it and that’s about it. If you have a son or daughter, niece or nephew, and something this horrific happens to them like it did in my family, I think or I know you would like to see the laws change. Our kids get their driver’s

licences when they are 16. I do not consider them children or youths; I consider them as young adults. If a person 17 years old pulls out a knife and stabs someone for laughing at them, I consider this person not only an adult but a complete menace to society and believe they should be severely punished for their crime, not sent to Club Med for four years of fun and games. We will never get our James back but I can only hope that our laws will change because if there is no punishment, what kind of message is being sent? In four years the youth will be 22 and able to do what he wants. In four years my sister and brother-in-law will still be going through the motions with that empty feeling of sorrow and grief for the rest of their lives. Ty Olson, Nanaimo

Changing foreign policy? Dear editor, To respond to each point raised by Caleb Draper last week regarding the Canada-China Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement would take more space than is available, so I will offer only some brief comments. It is commendable that Mr. Draper, unlike other opponents of the agreement, actually posits a reason for its unconstitutionality. But, while there is much to consider in his letter, he appears to be (and even implies that he is) dealing not with the Canadian constitution but with how in his mind a constitution ought to be. Still, ‘that any Chinese corporation in Canada has a higher legal standing than every Canadian citizen in Canada’ is a serious charge. But I fail to see how it is true. As I understand it, this

agreement gives Chinese investors in Canada similar rights to national investors, the only difference being that they are governed by international law. Mr. Draper admits that his problem is with not just this but every FIPA. He wants to change Canada’s foreign economic policy, which is a legitimate reform to pursue (although not what I

addressed in my earlier letter as will be seen if it is read in context with that to which I had responded). I am not giving support to any agreement with a foreign state, but I am urging my fellow citizens to ensure that every position they hold is built on sound reasoning. Brendon Johnson, Courtenay

Councillors thanked Dear editor, Thank you to Comox council for their recently passed motion to oppose the further processing of the application on the proposed Raven Coal Mine until comprehensive aquifer mapping is done, an independent baseline study of the intertidal commu-

nity is done and the federal minister of the environment refers the project to an independent review panel. They recognize the need to protect our watersheds, our aquifers and the shellfish industry. Thank you! Wendy Prothero, Comox

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EVERY YEAR, TRAFFIC control people are killed or badly injured on the job because you don’t have the ‘time’ to slow down. More than 70 per cent of drivers on the road today don’t slow down when approaching a construction zone or while driving through it. We’re here to protect the construction workers, the bicyclists, the pedestrians, you and ourselves. We put our lives on the line every day to protect people we’ve never even met! It could be you, your son, your husband or wife, or even your daughter standing on that road. Would you speed past them without caution? We’re not here to annoy you or make you late for work; we’re here to do our job and protect innocent lives. Take the time and show some respect to the florescent orange and yellow! Slow down!

PUBLIC WORKS ARRIVED today and patched the potholes. I thank Richard Arseneault and his staff for their quick response. His staff were professional, very polite and answered all my questions in relationship to the potholes. WHEN YOU GIVE money to the young pregnant woman sitting on Fifth Street between Duncan and England, please be aware the money has been seen to go from her hand, to her boyfriend’s hand, to the drug dealer. Are you really helping?

No oil, please on West Coast has a duty to the Dear editor, world to protect this A recent letter area. writer suggests an oil An oil spill is as tanker port at Tsawunthinkable at Robwassen, rather than erts Bank, as it would Kitimat, would allow be in for an Kitimat. enhanced response An oil spill is Given to an as unthinkable at that wherever oil spill Roberts Bank, as oil goes, (Record, Jan. 11). it would be in Kit- a spill is bound to The imat. Given that follow. same day ChoosI read this, wherever oil goes, I also read a spill is bound to ing between an article follow. the two on the new options Ramsar is choosing between designation for the a rock and a hard Fraser River delta, place. Oil does not given to recognize the belong on the West delta as a “wetland of Coast. A. Vaughan, international imporBlack Creek tance.” The only key area missing in the Ramsar site is Robert’s Bank, site of the BC Ferry terminal. Omitted owing to reasons of bureaucracy, BCNature is pushing for the anomaly to be corDrop letters off at rected, “as it makes no 765 McPhee Ave. sense ecologically.” in Courtenay Roberts Bank is a or Mail to: world-class wetland 765 McPhee Ave., frequented by marine Courtenay, V9N 2Z7 mammals, including endangered orcas, or e-mail to: and provides feeding letters@ habitat for hundreds comoxvalleyrecord.com of thousands of migraBe sure your letter tory shorebirds and includes a signature and waterfowl. phone number As such, Canada

Smart meter strategy getting uglier Dear editors, BC Hydro’s smart meter strategy is becoming even uglier. Hydro has no intention of listening to, or working with, citizens concerned about the exchange of our safe analog meters to their installation of two-way wireless transmitters, coined “smart meters” on their homes. These RF pulses shoot through us in our homes on a fairly continual basis … inside our nice, safe homes. BC Hydro has had no motivation to address or respond to the cautionary input of highly qualified researchers, engineers, military experts and medical professionals, except to insist they are perfectly safe. Now, 140,000 homeowners have received a new form letter from BC Hydro stating that they no longer have the right to opt out of this invasive and unhealthy program. Hydro’s letter is full of assertions, omissions and misleading statements. Our home is one of our last sanctuaries from the non-ionizing radiation emitted by countless wireless devices in a relentlessly wireless society. Seven per cent of B.C. households and 59

municipalities, White Rock among them, have spoken for choice. For three years now a dedicated, informed group of unfunded volunteers has worked to raise awareness about BC Hydro’s smart meter program and its far-reaching effects. They have persisted, in spite of very powerful wireless promotion and deflection from the industry, and with very little acknowledgement from mainstream media or

provincial government officials, to provide balance for the heavily funded advertisements and government backing for BC Hydro’s initiative. If you have not received a smart meter yet — time is of the essence. For those who have received Hydro’s ultimatum, to fail to respond in writing will be taken as implied consent. The following reputable websites provide a valuable and time-

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No meter for him Dear editor, Re: BC Hydro, storming along with “smart” meters. I will fight to the bitter end, the installation of a “smart” meter on my home. One of my many concerns is the device being used in a surveillance/profiling, capacity. This data can, and will, be hacked. Among other scenarios, how handy for thieves to know I’m on holidays! For BC Hydro to tell me this isn’t possible is naive, at best. As well, being wireless transmitters, these devices can, and will, be hacked for other nefarious pur-

meters: www.citizensforsafetechnology.org or www.stopsmartmetersbc.ca. Dawn Johnston, Courtenay

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poses. Possibly you and your neighbours will pay to power your neighbourhood growshow! I also sincerely believe Hydro will introduce “time of use” billing, under the guise of reducing power consumption. The consumer will pay dearly for this. This would further trash the economy of B.C. For BC Hydro, or anyone, to think they have the right to install, and lock, a radiation-emitting, surveillance/profiling device to the wall of my home is fundamentally wrong! Rob Austin, Courtenay

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