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10-year labour agreement is reached. The proposed bargaining The Province announced process would allow teachThursday a proposed frame- ers the right to strike if work in the hopes of reach- negotiations — which are ing a 10-year agreement set to begin March 1 — fail with B.C.’s public school to produce an agreement. teachers, but their union Teachers would need to criticized the announce- issue strike notice by Aug. 31, and if they did, school ment. “The goal of a 10-year would not start in Septemagreement is simple and ber unless teachers agreed to not disambitious rupt school — give With a 10-year operations. Grade 2 Educastudents a agreement, we can chance to go move past the strife and tion Minister and their entire Comox Vals c h o o l disruption of the past career with- and focus on what mat- ley MLA Don McRae out a dis- ters most — working noted his ruption,” experience said Pre- together for students as a teachmier Chris- and families across er, highty Clark British Columbia. lighting the in a news Don McRae importance release. of teachers The proposal, Working Together having a say in the future For Students: A Framework of education. “Through this frameFor Long Term Stability In Education, outlines a new work, we can strengthen Education Policy Council that voice in matters such which would include mem- as funding and policy decibers of the B.C. Teachers’ sions. With a 10-year agreeFederation, government ment, we can move past representatives and school the strife and disruption of board trustees; indexing the past and focus on what teachers’ compensation to matters most — working an average of other major together for students and public sector increases; a families across British new bargaining process; Columbia.” Comox Valley District and $100 million dedicatAssociation ed to a Priority Education Teachers’ president Steve Stanley Investment Fund. However, the fund- said Thursday morning he ing, salary indexing and needs some time to study the creation of the coun- the details of the proposed cil are promised only if a ... see TIMING ■ A2

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A GRAPHIC DESIGN (hand holding a feather) created by Comox Valley artist Andy Everson is seen here during an Idle No More rally in the Czech Republic. PHOTO BY DAVID SPÍCÍ MEDV D LAHODA

Idle No More grows beyond natives Scott Stanfield Record Staff

Participants at the next Idle No More rally will line Dyke Road on Monday at noon, following several other local demonstrations concerning aboriginal treaties, Omnibus bills C-45 and C-38, and other issues affecting First Nations in Canada. More than 300 people attended the first rally late December at Simms Millennium Park in Courtenay. Further rallies were held at the corner of Cliffe Avenue and 17th Street, and at the office of North Island MP John Duncan, the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development. A Teach In was held last weekend at the K’ómoks First Nation Big House.

Idle No More is a grassroots movement among First Nations people in Canada. Protests have been held in numerous cities in support of Attawapiskat chief Theresa Spence, who this week reached her 50th day of a hunger strike. Spence plans to continue fasting until Prime Minister Stephen Harper agrees to meet with her and other First Nations leaders. The movement, which takes particular issue with the Jobs and Growth Act (Bill C-45), has evolved into an international movement. Andy Everson notes the diversity of crowds at local protests. “There’s a lot of nonindigenous people that are taking part in the rally,” said Everson, a KFN

member. “The attitude is really positive. The whole premise behind it is as a peaceful demonstration.” He said the issues are “far-reaching,” with many aspects affecting First Nations and all Canadians, such as the Navigable Waters Protection Act, and the “softening” of environmental protections. “For native people, a lot of our communities are in remote areas. These waterways are crucial for the very survival for some of these communities ... It all comes down to the emphasis that the government’s putting on making way for large corporations to do what they want in these territories. “It’s going to be the First Nations people in these rural communities

that are going to be affected first, and eventually it’s going to trickle down to everybody, all in the name of profits. Everson created a logo that has been used on a placard at a demonstration in the Czech Republic. “It’s literally everywhere,” said Everson, who created a design for the Simms Park rally. Through Facebook, the logo “found a life of its own. I released it as a design for anybody to use for the movement.” Protesters are asked to gather at noon Monday near the Big House. The design is also part of a new application for mobiles that lists Idle No More events anywhere in the world. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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framework before providing any in-depth comment. “There is lots of history of mistrust and conflict to get over in order to move ahead, however,” he added. “This announcement, for example, came out of the blue as teachers and BCPSEA (B.C. Public School Employers’ Association) are also working on a new bargaining framework.” BCTF president Susan Lambert added representatives from both groups were set to vote on a new framework agreement for contract negotiations later this month. “In recent months we’ve quietly had productive conversations with the employer about how to achieve a smoother, more effective round, and it’s most unfortunate that

EDUCATION MINISTER DON McRae listens as Premier Christy Clark fields a question about the government’s proposed 10-year agreement with B.C. teachers. PHOTO BY TOM FLETCHER / BLACK PRESS

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cantly flawed, noting concerns around loss of the right to bargain working conditions like class size and composition. “The key problem is that it ignores the ruling of the BC Supreme Court that teachers have the right to bargain working conditions,” she said in a news release. “The Liberals’ own Bill 22 also allows for these issues to be negotiated in this round but her (Clark’s) new plan requires teachers to give up this hard-won right.”

Comox Valley RCMP are investigating a collision that occurred in Courtenay at the intersection of Kilpatrick Avenue and 26th Street at approximately 12:40 p.m. on Jan. 22. An 86-year-old pedestrian was crossing 26th Street from south to north in the marked crosswalk when he was struck by a latemodel mini-van that was turning east onto 26th Street from Kilpatrick Avenue. The pedestrian hit his head on the pavement. He was conveyed to hospital by BC Ambulance Service with a serious head injury. The pedestrian remains in hospital with lifethreatening injuries. Police attended and secured the intersection. An RCMP collision analyst was called out to assist with the investigation. Alcohol was not a factor in the collision. — Comox Valley RCMP

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‘Everyone’s behind us,’ states mother of sick girl Renee Andor Record Staff

Ten-year-old Ruby Poirier and her family received news that none of them wanted to hear a couple months ago. Ruby’s cancer had come back. The Grade 5 École Puntledge Park Elementary student was first diagnosed with leukemia when she was six, and now she’s at BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver receiving leukemia treatment again four years later. Her mother Janette Poirier is on extended leave from work so she can be by Ruby’s side, and Ruby’s father Dylan Canterbury brings her brother Emmett Canterbury, 7, to Vancouver every weekend so the family can all be together. Janette says Ruby will likely have to stay at the hospital until the summer, except for a couple of short

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breaks at home. When Ruby’s class found out the news they were devastated, according to Grade 4/5 French immersion teacher Kari Mathew. “Many of the students had been in class with Ruby since the first time she underwent treatment,” Mathew says as she recalls the day she had to tell the class about Ruby. “We spent the rest of that day making crafts, doing art and mak-

ing cards to send to Ruby to decorate her room.” Mathew and her class then raised $5,000 for the family through a class I Can project — projects to inspire and empower students to set goals for themselves and help others. A number of students and staff shaved their heads to raise the money, and they also donated $1,175 to BC Children’s Hospital. Educational assistant Jennifer Hubert raised over $2,800 for the hospital. Janette says she’s thankful for the support, noting the emotional support the family’s been getting is more important to them than the cash. “It’s just nice to know that everyone’s behind us,” she says. “It’s like a gesture, people saying, ‘We really care,’ and it’s heartwarming.” Meanwhile, Amber Wilcox, a fellow parent at the school, has a few fundrais-

RUBY POIRIER, 10, is at BC Children’s Hospital for cancer treatment due to a relapse of leukemia. Her class at École Puntledge Park Elementary (above) raised $5,000 for her family by shaving their heads, plus nearly $4,000 for BC Children’s Hospital. PHOTOS BY KAREN MCKINNON/KEVIN REIMER ers on the go to help Ruby and her family. Wilcox organized a bottle drive a couple of weeks ago, and she says that’s brought in $1,550. She’s in the midst of organizing a benefit night, which will be called Rocking for Ruby. Wilcox hasn’t set a date yet as she’s in the early stages of planning, but she’s looking for a band for live music, donat-

ed items for a silent auction and a 50/50 draw, as well as a venue. She can be reached at 250-871-2890 for more information. Wilcox says she understands what Ruby and her family are experiencing right now and wanted to help as soon as she heard Ruby’s cancer had come back. “Personally, we know how much of a financial

distress it is when your child is sick,” says Wilcox of her family. “We lost our oldest daughter three years ago from childhood cancer so we know exactly what they’re going through.” Janette notes YANA (You Are Not Alone) has been a big help as well, and the family is set up in a YANA apartment while Ruby receives her treatment. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Hydro says it’s still‘working with’ smart meter holdouts Scott Stanfield Record Staff

Most homes in the Comox Valley are now equipped with a smart meter — in keeping with the controversial BC Hydro Smart Meter Program that intends to install the devices on every home in B.C. by the end of the year. Hydro says 21,000 of 23,000 new meters have been installed in the Valley, marking a 92 per cent completion rate locally. The company is still honouring requested delays in installation. “We’re working directly with those customers to

address their individual concerns,” BC Hydro spokesperson Ted Olynyk said. “We understand this could take more than one conversation. In the meantime, we won’t install a new meter unless we have the homeowner’s consent.” The first meters were installed in 2011 when BC Hydro awarded Corix the contract. Aside from delayed installations, Olynyk said there have been instances where workers could not access the old meter, which is BC Hydro property. “It’s important we have access to the meter,” Olynyk said, noting safety and other reasons. “The

NINETY-TWO PER CENT of Comox Valley homes now have smart meters like this one. Smart Meter Program is not just about having a new meter on homes. It provides Hydro with information on system use where there’s

outages, and helps us deal with theft.” Smart meter opponents say the devices emit radiation, increase the likelihood of structure fires and violate privacy rights by recording details of power usage. In a presentation last year to the CVRD board, Hornby Island resident William Thomas, representing the Royston Citizens for Safe Technology, said hydro bills have doubled and even tripled where smart meters have been installed. He criticized BC Hydro for not testing the meters under a full load, and for neglecting to consult with residents. “I am one of more than

140,000 British Columbians – and many other Canadians – claiming my democratic right not to have a microwave smart meter grid imposed on myself and my community,” Thomas states in an e-mail. He claims thousands of studies corroborate the dangers of wireless emissions certified as carcinogens by the World Health Organization. The Islands Trust has called for a moratorium on meter installation throughout the Gulf Islands. Others have expressed concern about smart meters being used in a surveillance capacity where data could

be hacked. “We don’t see any personal information,” Olynyk said. “It’s encrypted in the same way online banking is encrypted. We don’t know what customers are doing past the meter.” Time-of-use billing is not part of the program, he added. Over the next 20 years, BC Hydro says the Smart Meter Program is expected to yield a $520-million return. The company also says smart meters will eliminate billing errors, and put a dent in energy theft from marijuana grow operations. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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SPCA grant for local group The Kitty Cat P.A.L. Society is one of several recipients of a provincewide grant from the BC SPCA, president Peter Williams announced last week. “We will be using this grant to spay and neuter unowned cats living outdoors as part of creating managed colonies, which includes feeding and

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Be it a birthday, anniversary or wedding, chances are that most if not all longtime Valley residents have a memory or two from the days when the Old House Restaurant operated in Courtenay. Come May, the cottage-style heritage building that overlooks the Courtenay River will return to life when Locals Food from the Heart of the Island opens for business. Construction is needed beforehand to add a kitchen to the lower area of the building, which has been vacant about a year since Old House last operated. The Locals location will close in April, which will mark five years at its Eighth Street location. Owners Tricia and Ronald St. Pierre hope to open at the new location early in May. “There’s a lot of energy,” Tricia said. “The community is excited to have something happening at the Old House. Almost everybody we’ve talked to has some connection to the Old House.” Ronald is a former chef at the Old House, which used to employ at least half the Locals staff. The building was constructed in 1938

and converted into a restaurant in 1975. It became the premier restaurant north of Victoria, Tricia said. The Locals menu will change only slightly. “We will bring back a couple of the old favourites at the Old House Restaurant. But we don’t want people to come in expecting to see the old Old House, because that’s not who we are. We’re Locals Restaurant, but we will be heralding back to some of the old favourites.” The couple wants to extend the season on the deck by making it more comfortable, and to bring back some of the wood detail around windows, fittings and beams. “We’re really want-

ing to bring back a lot of the charm that used to be there, and certainly the standard of food that used to be there,” Tricia said. Locals will not provide room service but will likely serve breakfast baskets that hotel guests can order. “We’re going to try to meet the needs of the guests while still being a separate operation,” Tricia said. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Having just introduced a bold new menu before the holidays, Chad’s West Coast Grill & Bar is now ringing in the new year with a brand new selection of hearty breakfast options. “Jamie brings a true creative ﬂair to the table,” says general manager Berlyann Perrier, referring to Chad’s executive chef Jamie McMath – a “culinary rock star” who came to the Valley after wowing guests at the prestigious Chateau Jasper. “Some of the breakfast options he’s created are really like works of art, as are many of his lunch and dinner creations – things like shrimp and chicken Pad Thai, lobster mac & cheese and jambalaya-style fettuccini.” Though the introduction of weekend breakfast service represents an ambitious new step in the ongoing evolution of Chad’s West Coast Grill & Bar, Perrier says their “new

Jamie McMath, executive chef of Chad’s West Coast Grill & Bar, is serving up some hot new breakfast items weekends starting at 8 a.m.

beginnings” really began in October, when the eatery re-launched as Chad’s West Coast Grill & Bar after operating for two years under the banner of a major casual dining franchise. “I was happy to join Chad and his team before the re-brand, but being involved in this whole new evolution has been awesome. We’ve really created a place that captures

the essence of the region. We’ve responded to what our customers want – fresh local ingredients, a funforward, casual West Coast feel and great value.” Chad’s West Coast Grill & Bar is located at 2910 Kilpatrick Avenue, on the corner of 29th Street. Breakfast is served Saturdays and Sundays beginning at 8 a.m. For more information call 250-871-5434. Advertorial

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Robots do battle Saturday Renee Andor Record Staff

The Comox Valley School District will host the annual Vancouver Island VEX Robotics Tournament again this year. Thirty-two teams of students, mostly from Grade 8 to 12, will come to the Valley to compete this Saturday at Lake Trail Middle School from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The community is encouraged to watch the tournament, according to Comox Valley School District career programs coordinator Randy Grey, who adds the challenges are exciting to watch and are new each year. “This year it’s called Sack Attack,” says Grey. “They have to be able to pick up bean bags and launch them really quickly. “It’s quite a good one to watch.” Teams form alliances in VEX tournaments, and each alliance receives the same parts to build their robots with so Grey says the competition is really about who can work together to come up with the best design. G.P. Vanier Secondary School will have four teams attend, while Highland will have two, Mark R. Isfeld will have two, Navigate Powered by NIDES (North Island Distance Education School) will have two and Lake Trail will have one. Many of the Comox Valley teams went to Vancouver for a season opener tournament earlier in the school year, and the two Isfeld teams made it to the semifinals, and the Highland and Vanier teams played in an alliance and won the consolation final. Grey notes the number of teams in

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the Comox Valley is high compared to the number of secondary schools; he points out Surrey has about 28 high schools but only about four teams total. Teams will also come from Campbell River, Nanaimo, Mill Bay and the Lower Mainland to compete in the Comox Valley. Grey says the collaboration with other teams makes the competition similar to real work environments. “What really becomes evident at these competitions is the collaboration between students that they’re in a competition, they collaborate to make a robot and then they have to implement it

and that’s just like out in industry,” says Grey. “That’s the whole philosophy behind robotics is that they’re given a challenge, they have to solve the challenge and then they go and compete and the winner takes all, and that’s just like in industry so it’s really cool.” Three of the teams from this tournament will qualify to go to the world championships

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4 young people were sitting in the back of the school burning a candle and no fire was present. The young persons were found to be smoking marihuana and this was dealt with. (2013-785) On Jan 19th, 2013 police responded to a two vehicle collision at the intersection of Fitzgerald Avenue and 10th Street in Courtenay. The Eastbound car on 10th Street failed to stop at the stop sign and collided with a Northbound vehicle on Fitzgerald Avenue. The driver was charged under the motor vehicle act and both vehicles were towed. (2013-800) On Jan 19th, 2013 police received a complaint of a car driving through a fence on the 1800 block of Buena Vista Avenue in Comox and the occupants of the car running away. Two females were located and both were found to have been consuming alcohol. Motor vehicle act charges were laid. (2013-809) Police took a report of a theft of a snowboard from a vehicle on Jan 20th, 2013. The owner is not sure of when the snowboard was stolen or where the vehicle was parked when it happened. (2013-829) On Jan 20th, 2013 police received a report of a mischief to a car parked on the 5800 block of Bates Road in Merville. The owner reports going to a party near that location and left it there when he went home. He later found out that someone had smashed the rear window out. (2013-835) The Comox Valley RCMP received a report of a theft of a bottle of wine from the City Center Spirits on Jan 20th, 2013. An employee on site reports a woman had taken the bottle and walked out without paying. Patrols by police located a woman matching the description and the wine was found on the ground behind her. The woman was also found to be on a court ordered no alcohol condition so she was arrested and held for court. (2013-841) On the evening of Jan 20th, 2013 police responded to a report of a single vehicle collision with a power pole on the 9400 block of Doyle Rd in Black Creek. The driver and lone occupant was found to have been consuming alcohol and was given a 24 hour suspension from driving. (2013-843) Police received a report of a theft of gravel from a gravel pit by the Fanny Bay community hall. The owner called police on Jan 21st, 2013 20th to say someone entered the gravel pit and stole a truck load of gravel. (2013-852) On Jan 21st, 2013 police were dispatched to a report of a flag pole being set on fire at the old Brooklyn Elementary school at 1475 Noel Ave in Comox. The Comox Fire Rescue were on scene and it appeared that four youths had wrapped a coat around a flag pole and then set the coat on fire. The flag pole was scorched but not seriously damaged. (2013-860) On Jan 21st, 2013 police were parked on Mansfield Dr at Cliffe avenue and noted a vehicle roll through the stop sign. A stop was initiated and the driver had an odor of alcohol emitting from him. He was checked and found to be under the influence. The man was given a 24 hour driving suspension and his vehicle was towed and impounded for 24 hours. (2013-868)

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Big plans made for hospital centennial St. Joseph’s General Hospital is gearing up to celebrate its 100th anniversary this summer — and it’s looking for help from the public. St. Joseph’s General Hospital Foundation has launched a commemorative campaign to celebrate the hospital’s centennial 1913 to 2013. The campaign, Legacy Years - One Hundred Years • A Thousand Stories, calls upon the community to share stories and significant memories by making a donation dedicated to a special year. “We are looking for 1,000 stories to celebrate Care with Compassion ... 100 Years of Service,” said Jane Murphy, hospital president and CEO. “Every-

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Open house set for Feb. 22 Record Staff A number of events will lead to a big centennial celebration and public mass at St. Joseph’s General Hospital on July 7. “This summer marks 100 years since the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto established St. Joseph’s General Hospital on request by the Comox Logging Company,” says centennial co-ordinator Mary Lee, adding the Sisters opened the doors of a four-bed facility on Aug. 10, 1913. There will be a centennial open house Feb. 22 at the hospital, and on Feb. 23 St. Joseph’s will celebrate at Cumberland Heritage Days. Check the hospital’s centennial Facebook page, SJGHCentennial, for updates and further information. “In a century of service, the hospital has grown in size and capability to meet the health care needs of a continually expanding population in the Comox Valley and surrounding regions, and Quality Clothing Affordable Prices BUY 1 & GET

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Commemorative stories can be detailed in a single dedication line or a paragraph of up to 100 words. Submit an accompanying photograph, if you wish, along with your donation to the foundation. There is no limit to the number of donors for any given year, but act fast, as only donations made before March 31 for the banner display will be gathered. Legacy Year donations may be purchased online at www. cvhospitalfoundation. com, by visiting the foundation office at 2137 Comox Ave. or by calling 250-890-3046. — St. Joseph’s General Hospital

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The Ministry of Education will meet with school districts about its International Education Strategy, which proposes a levy on international students coming to B.C. The matter first came up at the December Comox Valley Board of Education meeting, and the board sent a letter to the Ministry outlining its concerns. “We are concerned about the proposed levy for every international student,” wrote Trustee Tom Weber, board chair. “This levy, which is to be taken from each school district’s current International Education operating budget, is a new unfunded liability.” He also outlined a concern that B.C. school districts offering international programs could lose their competitive edge against competitor

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countries — like the U.K., Australia and the U.S. — if they have to charge an extra levy on each student coming to their district to give to the Ministry. During Tuesday’s board meeting, Comox Valley School District superintendent Sherry Elwood noted other districts with international programs — of which there are 24 in B.C. — wrote similar letters, and the Ministry will hold regional meetings with these districts in the spring in response.

“I didn’t read into that, that there has been a change in the request but there is a willingness to meet,” she said. “At least there will be a discussion and a conversation about the government’s plans for international funding going back to the Ministry and we’ll be well represented there.” About 215 to 225 international students are expected to come through the Comox Valley International Student Program by the end of this school year. ••• Trustees approved a one-time grant of $10,000 toward an initiative called Active Student Travel. The grant is subject to other organizations contributing $20,000 by the end of June for the initiative, which would cost $30,000 for one year. The initiative is designed to include

Comox council praised Comox Town council recently passed a motion to oppose the further processing of the application on the proposed Raven Coal Mine until the provincial government conducts comprehensive mapping of the aquifers in potentially affected areas. The motion also calls for an independent baseline study of Baynes Sound intertidal and subtidal benthic infauna community, as well as the request that the federal environment minister refer the project’s environmental assessment to

COAL MINE an independent review panel with public hearings. The Comox council motion comes on the heels of a similar motion passed by the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) in November 2012. The CVRD and Comox council made previous requests in 2010 motions, which went unheeded, prompting these requests being sent to the elected representatives and appropriate agencies of the federal

and provincial government. “As the widespread public concern and opposition grows over this massive coal mine proposal, CoalWatch applauds the action of the Comox Town council and CVRD,” said CoalWatch Comox Valley president John Snyder. “They’ve shown real leadership in voicing the legitimate concerns of the residents of the Comox Valley.” For more information and updates, go to www.coalwatch.ca. — CoalWatch Comox Valley

various other organizations like local municipalities and “support school communities to have more active travel, as part of creating safer, healthier schools,” according to a report by trustee Sheila McDonnell, who is chair of the transportation committee. Trustee Rick Grinham expressed concern over the expenditure, noting the funds would come out of the transportation budget, which was already short during the past few years. District secretary/ treasurer Russell Horswill said the funds could come out another area of the district’s budget if the transportation budget goes over again. The recommendation was carried with Grinham opposed. Trustee Janice Caton abstained. ••• The school district continues to improve its emergency preparedness plans. Paul Berry, district principal of health and safety, updated the board noting a new VHF emergency communications system has been purchased and the equipment should

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THE COMING YEAR is the Year of the Snake.

Lunar festivities in Cumberland Tickets are now on sale for the Cumberland Museum’s annual Lunar New Year celebration on Feb. 9 at 6 p.m. at the Cumberland Cultural Centre. Come and experience stories, a catered Lunar New Year Chinese dinner, drinks, lanterns, door prizes and games, a silent auction and very special guest artists. 2013 Lunar New Year marks the Year of the Snake and a sold-out event is expected. The deafening bang of exploding firecrackers. Magnificent flowing silk dragons and streamers in the street. Lanterns and fires. Opulent feasts of auspicioussounding dishes and sweets. Red envelopes stuffed with cash doled out to bowing children. These are the vibrant images of Lunar New Year. China rings in the Lunar New Year in a big way. The festivities begin on the first new moon of the new year and last for 15 days. It’s a time for renewal, family gatherings, eating exotic foods and paying respect to your ancestors and elders. What you do during the period is crucial in determining how the rest of your year will go. Red is used in New Year celebrations as an emblem of joy and symbol of virtue, truth and sincerity. Lunar New Year Traditions are also enjoyed in Taiwan, Japan, Tibet, Indonesia and in Asian communities across the world. But there’s one common theme that takes centre stage for all Lunar New Year celebrations: family. New Year’s a time for family reunions, social gath-

erings, reflection and reaffirming bonds. In honour of these rich traditions and in recognition of the significant Chinese community that once called Cumberland home, the Cumberland Museum and community partners present an annual celebration of Lunar New Year. Tickets are available at the museum or at www.cumberlandmuseum.ca. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for under 14 years of age. All ages are welcome. — Cumberland Museum

The Saltwater School is offering an early-childhood information evening this Saturday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the school in Courtenay. The teachers will share glimpses of Waldorf Education through the years. The evening will include refreshments, an artistic experience and crafts to take home. The Saltwater School is an independent school with university-educated, Waldorftrained and certified teachers. The school meets the learning outcomes required by the provincial Ministry of Education, and the program is enriched with arts, languages, and outdoor sporting activities, including experiences in nature. The Waldorf approach to education emphasizes the role of the imagination in learning, and develops thinking that is both creative and analytical. The goals are to provide young people with the basis from which to develop into free thinking, morally responsible, and integrated individuals. For the 2013-14 school year, the Saltwater School is offering a Parent and Tot

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Saturday for awards Almost 50 nominations have been narrowed to 33 finalists for the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Community Awards. The awards were established in 1976 to recognize outstanding achievement in the business community. They will be presented Saturday in a gala event at the Florence Filberg Centre in Courtenay. The videography for the Academy Awardstyle video of finalists is complete. Tickets to the event are nearly sold out. The caterers are making final food preparations and the Filberg Centre is being decorated in line with Royal Affair theme. For more information, visit http://www. comoxvalleychamber. com. — Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce

Career fair North Island College (NIC) is preparing for its third annual career fair at Crown Isle in March. NIC is inviting and confirming employer booths. The deadline to reserve space is Jan. 31. For more information, contact Treena Nadon at 250334-5076 on Monday to Wednesday, 250-9239739 on Thursday and Friday and at Treena. Nadon@nic.bc.ca. — North Island College

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY PUTS $$$ IN YOUR POCKET! The Comox Valley Regional District’s (CVRD) home energy incentive program is a free “gateway” for rural residents and builders to save thousands of dollars in construction and utility costs: Up to $7,000 in rebates from the provincial JRYHUQPHQW RQ UHWURÀWWLQJ DQ H[LVWLQJ KRPH Up to $4,000 in rebates from BC Hydro and FortisBC on new homes For full eligibility criteria, program details and information on the CVRD’s free energy assessments and further rebates please visit the property services counter at 600 Comox Road, Courtenay or call 250-334-6006 or visit: www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/greenbuilding

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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

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Flooding topic at Courtenay workshop Wednesday Ways sought to avoid or mitigate risk of more flooding Anyone who has had their property or possessions affected by flooding understands the enormous short and long-term damage these events can cause. And with several floods in its history, the City of Courtenay is looking ahead to ways the community can adapt to or mitigate the risk of future occurrences though an Integrated Flood Management Study. The draft recommendations from the study will be presented at a community workshop on Jan. 30 at the Westerly Hotel and Convention Centre. The doors open at 6 p.m., with the presentation and questions starting at 6:15, followed by an informal discussion from 7 to 8. Derek Richmond, the City’s manager of engineering, says the session will

provide an opportunity for the public to give specific comments on key recommendations from the study, as well as discuss remaining issues and review next steps. “Public input is an important part of the process,” noted Richmond. “Flood management is a big issue with a broad range of solutions, and this study is going to provide us with major goals and strategies to guide us into the future.” The study area includes the Courtenay Estuary and River, including the “flats,” to Dove Creek Bridge on the Tsolum River, and the BC Hydro dam on the Puntledge River. The provincial and federal government have partnered through the Flood Protection Program and Building Canada Plan to provide two-thirds of the funding for this project, which will take a detailed look at historic flooding concerns. Along with the Integrated Flood Management

Study, the project includes an update to the City’s floodplain mapping. In addition to public information sessions, consultation has included the Comox Valley Regional District, provincial and federal agencies, and the K’ómoks First Nation. The flood management study project has been underway since May 2012. The study includes flood mitigation strategies to reduce current risks, and also establishes new flood construction levels, defining the minimum elevations at which a structure can be built. As required by provincial policy, the work takes gradual sea level rise into consideration, reviewing conceptual changes in 2100 and 2200. Richmond says the work will help shape development in the area for decades to come. For more information, contact the City’s engineering division at 250-334-4441 or e-mail engineering@ courtenay.ca. — City of Courtenay

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Meeting soon for humanists What do Albert Einstein, Margaret Atwood, and Neil Peart have in common? On the surface, not much. Einstein was a famous scientist, Atwood is a well-known author, and Peart is the drummer from the legendary Canadian rock band Rush. Though they have diverse backgrounds, these people do have one thing in common: They’re all humanists. What is a humanist? A humanist is someone who values evidence over opinion, who values rational thought over reactionary thought, and who believes that human beings can solve their own problems without appealing for help from the supernatural. They value compassion over hate, facts over faith, and they tend to think that one of the best things to do in life is to serve their community in some way. The Comox Valley Humanists was started several months by Tony de Castro. What have Tony and the other members liked about the group so far? “The fact that we all get to know people we would not normally have a chance to meet. Our group has members from all sorts of backgrounds. We don’t always agree on everything, but it is a wonderful learning experience and it teaches us to be more tolerant of other peoples’ views.” The Comox Valley Humanists invite everyone who is interested to come to their next meeting. Check out their website, cvhumanists.org and e-mail cvhumanists@ shaw.ca for more information. The meeting starts this Saturday at 10 a.m. at Serious Coffee in Courtenay. The topic for discussion will be Funding Faithful Science. — Comox Valley Humanists

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Searching for work? Some advice available Finding employment in today’s competitive job market can be challenging. Knowing how to write an effective resumé, how to communicate with potential employers and having confidence in your career choices can help make the process

easier. In January and February, the Cumberland Community Schools Society (CCSS) is partnering with the Creative Employment Access Society/ Work BC to offer a series of free Employment Workshops in Cumberland.

The evening workshops will run every Wednesday evening from Jan. 30 to Feb. 13 at Cumberland Elementary School from 7 to 9 p.m. There is no charge for the workshops, but participants must register in advance by contacting CCSS program

co-ordinator Sue Loveless at 250-336-8521 or ccss.coordinator@gmail.com. For a complete list of CCSS community programs, visit www.cumberlandcommunityschools.com or Facebook. — Cumberland Community Schools Society

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The pros and cons of deer living near us humans One of the most endearing and enchanting of our local wildlife species has to be the deer, especially when they are fawns. The black-tailed deer are the only deer species found on Vancouver Island but other deer species inhabit the coastal mainland, Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Each year during the winter months MARS receives many deerrelated inquiries: “Why do they look so mangy?” “Why are they eating plants they don’t usually touch?” “There’s a dead deer in my shed,” INCREASED HUMAN and tragically, “What should I do when a deer CONTACT has helped deer in some ways, is hit by a car?” Deer have inhabited but has created a our area long before we new set of problems. came along foraging on native shrubs and around homes and rely plants and also in nat- on supplemental food, ural grasslands. With or they are facing danurban development gers posed by humans and the introduction and our dependence on of farmlands and non- vehicles to transport us native plants, shrub to work or play. and trees deer habits The B.C. Ministry of are changing along Environment has pubwith their lished a habitat. guideline MARS MOMENT It is to answer not an some of unusual the more ANDY sight in common our local questions AIRFIELD areas to that are see a herd asked, of deer grazing along- and to offer advice on side a herd of cows how to deal with the sharing the same field. poor health that seems In addition, urbaniza- to plague many of the tion has replaced their deer especially the local habitat with parks young in the winter and backyards com- months. plete with a cornucopia Some of the following of fresh plants, flowers, indications may signify apples and many tasty a deer in distress. morsels they try for the • Loss of fear around first time. only to spit humans; out uneaten. • Weakness and The number of pris- hanging out around tine golf courses has homes, porches or in also provided the deer outbuildings; with a safe habitat • Poor to extremely away from natural and thin body condition; domesticated predators • Poor condition of where they can raise coats, missing tufts or their fawns in relative large patches of hair; safety. • Digestive upsets However, the — obvious diarrhea, increased human con- liquid feces or impacttact has posed a set of ed feces; new problems. • Dead deer from no They are either apparent cause. being encouraged MARS now has a to spend more time special fawn enclosure

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where we can care for orphaned fawns. Once they are weaned they are transferred to another temporary home until they are released back into the local herd. To better understand the stresses of fawns raised in a captive situation last year, we tagged the 2012 fawn’s ears with yellow identifying numbers A1-A12. This year there will be a series of B numbers. This information will be passed along to the ministry, which is tracking the health of local wildlife species.

If you see one, call us with the number and location. Please remember that adult deer can become aggressive if cornered by humans or if a dog or human comes between the doe and her fawn. If you hit or see a deer hit on the road, where possible, try to move it to the side and report it to the RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277 or Emcon at 250-3368897. If the deer dies on your property, you are responsible for its disposition. Deer are truly beautiful animals and with

more understanding, we can live in harmony with each other keeping them wild and healthy. Please visit our website to follow our patient’s progress and find out what special events are happening in your community. To report injured wildlife, call 1-800304-9968. For more information, visit www. wingtips.org. Sandy Fairfield is the educational coordinator for the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS). The MARS column appears every second Friday.

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WENDY AND AL TIPPETT took their favourite hometown newspaper with them to the freezing slopes of Mount Etna, Sicily.

DULCIE ROGERS TOOK the Record with her on an Eastern Caribbean cruise, stopping in Turks and Caicos, Puerto Rico and St. Thomas. She is seen here in San Juan.

WHILE VISITING FAMILY in England, Audrey Donovan took the Record to Buckingham Palace the day before the Jubilee Celebrations took place, June 1.

WHEN IT COMES TO SPREADING THE NEWS, readers of the Comox Valley Record are number one. They enjoy packing a copy of their favourite hometown newspaper with them as they travel the globe to celebrate special occasions, visit friends and family, enjoy a relaxing vacation or see some of the world’s many historical and geographical landmarks. Take us along on your next trip and send your photo to sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com. or drop it off at our office.

CHRISTMAS VACATION IN Maui for Rose Green and Paul Chalmers included a trip to Haleakala Crater (10,024 feet) with the Record.

THE RECORD ACCOMPANIED Cato and Olie Larsen all the way from the Comox Glacier to Glacier Bay on their recent cruise tour of Alaska.

WITH ICEBERGS IN the background, Margaret and Russ Wreggitt along with Oregon friends Ruth and Connie enjoyed the Record while cruising Glacier Bay in Alaska.

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Gravel quarry opposed Every Friday we feature Valley history taken from our back issues. Five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Fanny Bay representatives were against a gravel quarry application. Area A’s advisory planning commission (APC) member Rodney Jones noted the lack of information around the proposal was the greatest concern. The proposal, by a numbered company, said it would seek licence to extract sand and gravel aggregate from a 183-hectare area of Crown land about four kilometres west of Fanny Bay. The Province, which had approving authority on the matter, referred the application to the Comox Strathcona Regional District. The APC said it couldn’t support the application with the information provided by the company and sent a decision to that effect on to the Province. Ten years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: A Norwalk-type virus kept a record number of students out of Cape Lazo Middle School in Comox. More than one-third of the 380-student population was absent during the middle of the week. Stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting are typical symptoms of the virus. “We have never had such a great number

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RENEE ANDOR of students afflicted at the same time in the district, but it has occurred in other areas of the province,” said the Coastal Health Centre’s Dr. Brian Emerson. Fifteen years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Plans were underway for the connector to the Inland Island Highway, now called the Comox Valley Parkway. A number of routes connecting 29th Street with the highway were proposed, and while the route was not completely finalized, upgrading work was expected to begin on 29th Street in the spring in preparation for the connector itself. Twenty years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: The Real Canadian Superstore was taking shape, with plans on schedule to open the large shopping space in

the summer. “We picked Courtenay because of a lot of considerations,” said Westfair Foods spokesperson David Ryzebol, adding the store would be aimed at Valley customers but would likely attract consumers from out of town as well. “People from the Sunshine Coast go to our stores in the Lower Mainland, so we think it will be a magnet for the area and direct traffic into Courtenay.” Twenty-five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: The Olympic Flame made its way through the Comox Valley before ending up at the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary. Many Comox Valley residents joined in the festivities including Record employee Gene Miles, who carried the torch for a kilometre of the route. Jim Hunter, a 1972 Olympic athlete, told a large crowd the flame is the symbol of the Olympics because “a flame reaches up, a flame gives warmth, and a flame unites all who see and feel it.”

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Cumberland Chamber survey identifies priorities, activities A stakeholder survey by the Cumberland Chamber has indicated that marketing of the Village to tourists and other visitors is a top priority for local business. “The survey helped us to identify the priorities and activities that Cumberland businesses and stakeholders desire,” said chamber president Evan Loveless. “This is important information for our organization as we look at re-defining our core activities.” The survey offered a list of possible marketing activities with a focus on the historic Village including the www.cumberlandbc.org website, media relations and attrac-

tion, promotion of special events, and web and print-based marketing materials. All of these activities were rated as important or very important by respondents. Survey respondents also offered feedback and ideas about the future of tourism development in the Village. These comments included forging closer ties with Mount Washington Alpine Resort, focusing on Comox Lake as a major asset, supporting the development of special events and finding ways to increase overnight visitations. When asked what kind of economic development activities they hoped to see in the future, respondents

had outdoor recreation, music, arts and culture, and health and wellness as their top three. Until last April, the

arts, culture and recreation opportunities, and special events. Since that contract has been terminated there are few resources at

There is a great deal of exciting ❝ product development underway in the Village right now. ❞ Evan Loveless Cumberland Chamber was funded to manage an official Tourism BC Visitor Centre. This core activity gave the Cumberland Chamber the leverage to offer other value added services to the community including providing stories, photos and contacts to media and tourism publications, and promoting Village

hand to champion the tourism product of the Village. “Cumberland is at a critical point in its development as a ‘destination’ for outdoor recreation, heritage, arts and culture,” Loveless said. “There is a great deal of exciting product development underway in the Village right now. The municipal-

ity is working on key issues related to access to mountain biking and hiking trails. Significant heritage buildings are undergoing renovation. The Cumberland Museum has made major upgrades. Local pubs, restaurants and galleries are offering excellent programming. Adventure businesses are leading adventure seekers off into the wilds of Vancouver Island. This kind of product development has required a huge amount of commitment from the community.” The Cumberland Chamber believes that the “Historic Village of Cumberland” holds potential to be a significant draw not

B.C. earns A on red tape report card The Province of British Columbia has earned an A — the highest grade in Canada — for reforming the regulatory burden on small business according to the yearly Red Tape Report Card issued by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business as part of its fourth annual Red Tape Awareness Week. “The B.C. government is very proud to be recognized by CFIB for our continued commitment to cutting red tape,” said Naomi Yamamoto, Minister of State for Small Business. “We know that this is an area where

government can make a real difference for small business. That’s also why we’re not stopping, and are pleased to announce a joint review with the CFIB to identify five priorities for continued red tape reduction that will have a positive impact on small business and the jobs they create.” The report card evaluates federal and provincial governments’ progress on regulatory reform. It looks at political leadership, efforts to measure the regulatory burden, long-term thinking and the overall public policy context. Provincial and

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just for Village businesses but for the Valley as a whole. But they also believe that this opportunity calls for concrete plans and targeted resources with a focus on Cumberland’s unique offering. In fact, the future of many businesses in Cumberland may be hanging in the balance. The responsibility and funding for promoting Cumberland lies with Comox Valley Tourism, a part of the Comox Valley Economic Development Society. “We hope that the Economic Development

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NORTH ISLAND HOSPITALS PROJECT COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION The Vancouver Island Health Authority is hosting another community information session for the North Island Hospitals Project. This information session will focus on the site preparation work soon to begin at the new Comox Valley Hospital site. Find out more about the scope of the work for the new $334 million, 153-bed state-of-the-art Comox Valley Hospital on Lerwick Road near Ryan Road, slated for completion in 2017. The information session will take place at: WHERE: WHEN: TIME:

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Help available for seniors filing tax return Continued from A22

Daryl Robbins, a CGA and public notary, will be at our finger-

tips to give us some great information on tax credits for seniors and caregivers. You

can watch for his column over the next few weeks. I’ll leave with you the only two good tips I know about income tax preparation: • Get help filing your return. If you are unable to complete your income tax return yourself, the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) may be able to help. The CRA trains

CVITP volunteers who can complete your tax return for you if your income is low and your tax situation is simple. Volunteers do not complete tax returns for more complex situations such as filing returns for deceased persons; individuals who file for bankruptcy; self-employed individuals; individuals who report capital gains or losses, etc.

Evergreen Seniors (Filberg Centre) have a year-round program. Call 250-338-1000 to find out more information on the days and time of the service. If you are looking for other locations in B.C., you can go to the CRA website at www.cra. gc.ca/volunteer or call 1-800-959-8281. They typically start posting information in February.

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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

How is our money spent? A letter to the editor by S.M. Smith in last Friday’s Record is generating some buzz. “Is local economic ‘diversity’ really showcased by the proposed Raven Coal Mine and big box stores?” she begins. Continuing, Smith questions the wisdom of the Comox Valley Economic Development Society running an ad in a Victoria newspaper. The ad, paid for with taxpayer dollars, was designed to promote investment opportunities in this region and illustrate the diversity of our economy. That fits the CVEDS mandate of generating economic activity in the Comox Valley. Mentioning the proposed (and controversial) Raven coal mine and big box stores as two of the region’s first three listed highlights, however, angered some local residents. “Residential property taxes in Courtenay were raised to make up for the decrease in the multiplier for business property taxes,” noted one Facebook commenter. “Why should I have to subsidize big box stores and then pay again to advertise them?” “Fifth Street is becoming a disgrace — closed shops mean new art galleries for local artists,” remarked another commenter. “Get Courtenay council onside to support downtown. How much do I give to EDS each year? What do I get in return?” The ad’s mention of big box stores is a red flag for people who are watching small downtown businesses increasingly disappear locally. Big box stores draw customers away from small businesses downtown. Add a recession and the death of small businesses run by local people follows. Does CVEDS plan to attract more big box stores? Does it intend to do anything to help small businesses? Who knows? Getting basic, unfiltered information out of the taxpayer-funded group is a challenge for all local media. Come clean, CVEDS. In interviews with local media, tell us what you’re doing to make our economy better so we can share it with the people who depend on you. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Record Question of the Week This week: Seventy-five per cent of respondents said the lockout has changed their attitude toward the NHL. Next week: Is it a good idea to pay someone to audit local governments? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Tea Teal Harle, a 16-year-old who lives on Mount Washington, won two golds and a silver at the B.C. series freestyle skiing event at the Apex ski operation.

An 86-year-old pedestrian is in hospital with a lifethreatening head injury after being struck on 26th Street in Courtenay by a late-model mini-van.

No Burns festivities? Shame Dear editor, Jan. 25 is the birthday of famous Scottish poet Robbie Burns. He, as the first, lent dignity to dialects of common men speaking plainly. He set the example for writers all over the world. From the lack of publicity it appears that no formal celebration is planned by our local communities. For shame! Other years may have seen declining attendance, yet with all the formalities observed, gaily or solemnly as traditions demand. In fact, Robbie Burns Day is one of the classier events during these days of darkness, a sparkle of colours, highland dances, speeches to lassies and

lads, toasts. Fun. But apparently not to be observed this year. Not by Cumberland, Comox or Courtenay, not by any of the Legions there, not by the Celtic Club(s), nor by any other organized society. And yet Courtenay hosts the Highland Games, one of summer’s highlights. The Valley can boast of excellent pipe bands and Scottish dancers. Albion ancestry is kept alive by streets named Dunsmuir, McLeod, McKenzie, McPhee, McLaughlin, MacIntyre. Yet the Valley is ready to forgo an event worthy of celebration, quaint revelry featuring the Selkirk Grace, haggis, champit tatties, bashed neeps, sprigs of

heather, Sgian Dubhs crests, sporrans. Tartans with pins, flashes, buckles. Pipers playing Road to the Isles, Scots Wha Hae, Auld Lang Syne. Difficult to fathom. If the explanation is to be found in earlier detrimental competition for attendees by each municipality — none getting enough to pay expenses — this surely can be overcome by joining in making common cause. As might well have been the case had the Valley been under one authority. “Go fetch to me a pint o’ wine an’ fill it in a silver tassie.” Just not here. Shame! Finn Schultz-Lorentzen, Courtenay

Tears flow at Idle No More event Dear editor, Tonight (Saturday) was not an Idle No More protest; it was an education meeting where the ideals and strategies and the necessity of non-violent struggle was discussed. The Treaty of 1763 was read and other treaties overviewed and the validity of First Nations rights shown. The living nature and relevance to today proven by the Government’s own declaration at signing that these treaties are valid as long as the grass grows, the wind blows and the waters flow makes their struggle and claims valid to this day and will stand any court challenge. The Canadian Constitution sections on First Nations rights were read. The declaration of Aboriginal rights by the United Nations was read and discussed. All this to educate both First Nations and regular Canadians alike, to the fact that these rights and sovereignty are facts under international and national law. Even if ignored till now. There were almost as many

regular Canadians as First Nations people in attendance. Many K’ómoks First Nation people as well as Ojibwa and others were there. This factual information is strengthening the resolve of the FN people to the factual validity of their rightful claims. Not a handout or welfare but their inalienable rights. Education

trumps fear. We danced, we sang and drummed. This was all done in the traditional big house around the fire. I found it extremely emotional for me and the tears ran down my face. I will attend the next gathering/protest. Tony McIntyre, Comox Valley

We are betrayed by gov’t Dear editor, Bills C-38 and C-45 roll back environmental protection for Canada’s rivers, lakes and streams in order to facilitate oil, gas and other resource extraction. I started to write you a letter asking what protection do we now have against, for example, another mine on the Tsolum, gold mining on the Oyster, water extraction from the Campbell, coal mine tailings in our lakes, but then I realized, that’s the point.

There is no protection. We are betrayed. A. Vaughan, Black Creek

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Oil requires unconventional thought Dear editor, Garry Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Plan B letter Jan. 11 regarding alternatives for exporting tar sands oil to Asia through Tsawwassen instead of the extremely risky (both overland and offshore) Kitimat route

is by far the most rational note we have seen, as regards conventional oil-resource thinking. In a similar vein, in the same issue, Henry Irizawa proposes an alternative, and to me, more rational coal-

of record ice retreat on the Arctic Ocean. The extra exposed open water will absorb more of the sunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heat, causing even more rapid melt-back, and erosion of the thawing shores, and hence the release of ever-more

exporting route, by ship, using Texada as a staging-base. But both schemes are anchored in conventional thinking about energy use and trading. We have all seen images this summer

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Dawn to Dawn made her happy Dear editor, Thank you Grant Shilling, worker for Dawn to Dawn Action on Homelessness. The past four months have been the most incredible time of my life and I have but one person/organization to thank for my happiness ... Dawn to Dawn: Action on Homelessness! And especially to the one person that taught me how to relive my life, Grant Shilling. Grant has shown me respect, taught me how to play street soccer, guided me through some really tough times and helped bring out the best of myself. Grant genuinely cares. Not only have I travelled to Mexico City to represent Canada playing street soccer, but I am enjoying the luxury of living in my own apartment. I am also working part-time at the Courtenay Legion. Things canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get any better than this. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you Grant for making my dreams become reality. I am a very grateful Dawn to Dawn client. Joan Mathias, Comox Valley

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mate (whom she has never ever been away from before) was taken home. She has already logged in over nine months of incarceration, along with Champ, as the legal machinations have eked out over a year. She and Champ are both suffering from physical ailments incurred from their lengthy incarceration and its attendant stress. They have no understanding of why they

are being punished. Because there is no actual evidence against either dog, the judge made his own assessments. In bewildering leaps, the judge accepted the dog behaviouristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assessment that Champ is the most passive â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or non-aggressive â&#x20AC;&#x201D; dog he has ever encountered, but he chose not to accept the assessment of Chum as not a threat to people or community even though she would assert herself if pro-

Future B.C. premier? Dear editor, Kudos to Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts and her council for listening, and choosing the people, instead of the faux money signs of the casino industry. Beauty, brains, balls, and class. I bet sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier some day. If only Courtenay had some good â&#x20AC;&#x153;governorsâ&#x20AC;? we could respect

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voked by a dog. It seems the judge decided that anything other than total passivity is a threat to people and community. Perhaps the dogsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; owner, Jacques Manseau, is correct in his assessment that the judge was trying to make both parties happy â&#x20AC;&#x201D; one dog goes home free and the other is sacrificed to make the regional district happy, believing it is keeping the community safe. If only the regional district would realize that the suffering inflicted on these dogs and their family has gone out in waves around the world. Pat Newson, Comox

methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Even more frightening is the graph of loss of summer sea-ice volume, which is plummeting from values of 16,000 cubic kilometres in 1980 to near zero in 2015. (It was about 4,000 cubic km this summer.) The fall is exponential â&#x20AC;&#x201D; picture a baseball arcing down from the apex of its flight, against a headwind. Ice changes are of course only one of the effects of climate change. Humankind, and our fellow inhabitants on this planet are in serious trouble. Thus, both writers concerned with the means of export of fuels miss the crucial point. We should not be exporting this stuff. Furthermore, in the case of the oil-supply in particular, once this Asian supply is turned on, it will be nearimpossible for either party to turn it off. It is far past time for people, energy companies and governments to change their thinking. Colin Park, Comox

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BEST OF FRIENDS The expression “fighting like cats and dogs” doesn’t apply to this pair. Dusty the cat and 10-week-old puppy Sadie are “the best of friends and a joy to watch,” according to owner Betty Deforest of Buckley Bay. Picture of the Week is back after an extended Christmas vacation. E-mail your submissions to editor@comoxvalleyrecord. com. Please put Picture of the Week in the subject line. PHOTO BY BETTY DEFOREST

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JOHN HIATT (on the cover of his latest CD at left) is the first headliner announced for the 2013 Vancouver Island MusicFest at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. PHOTO AT RIGHT BY JACK SPENCER

MusicFest headliner known for having hot bands Mark Allan Record Staff

You might know John Hiatt’s songs better than you know John Hiatt. The songs include Have a Little Faith in Me, Memphis in the Meantime, Thing Called Love, Angel Eyes, Riding with the King, Feels Like Rain and Cry Love. His tunes have been covered by Bob Dylan, Bonnie Raitt, Linda Ronstadt, Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Willie Nelson, Emmylou Harris and many others. Hiatt, nominated for several Grammies, is a fine guitarist, distinctive singer and terrific live performer. And he’s the first headliner announced for the 2013 Vancouver Island MusicFest. In fact, July 13 at VIMF in Courtenay is the only 2013 tour date listed so far at www.johnhiatt.com. “I’m thrilled,” said MusicFest artistic director Doug Cox, the man who booked Hiatt. “I’ve been a huge fan since I met him about 1980 when he was playing the Edmonton Folk Festival.

“He’s one of my all-time favourite songwriters and singers, and guitar players.” Cox said Hiatt, who was in allworld guitarist Ry Cooder’s band many years ago, is “known for having some of the best bands in the world. He’s known for bringing out these fabulous players that people have never heard of.” Cox couldn’t name any of the people in Hiatt’s current touring band, but heard Hiatt with “a killer band” last year in Nashville. Hiatt has serious staying power. Last year, he released his 23rd album, Mystic Pinball. Six CDs have been released since 1996 reviewing the career of the prolific and consistently fine songwriter. His musical career began when he moved to Nashville at 18, moving to California and opening for performers including Leo Kottke, whom VIMF is bringing to the Native Sons’ Hall in Courtenay on May 11. Hiatt, an Indianapolis native, dabbled in a variety of music styles from rock and roll to New Wave before a rootsy blend of rock, folk, blues and country

exposed him to a wider audience with his 1987 album Bring the Family. It charted with the help of several songs that became hits for other people. Beside talent, Hiatt has exem-

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For more about MusicFest, visit www.islandmusicfest.com. “We’ve got lots of stuff booked, but we’re waiting on some other headliners,” Cox added. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Telecaster legend coming, too Mark Allan Record Staff

MusicFest artistic director Doug Cox couldn’t help himself this week when he announced the first 2013 headliner to the Record. After naming John Hiatt, Cox had to share more. “One of the things I’m most excited about is this little show called Guitar Heroes,” continued Cox, himself an excellent player who knows talented pickers when he hears them. Cox couldn’t hide his eagerness when he said legendary guitarist James Burton is coming to the Comox Valley. In the 1950s and ‘60s, Burton made his mark with Rick Nelson and then Elvis Presley. “You name any of the great Telecaster players – he is their hero,” Cox stated about Burton. “He’s

a guitar player’s guitar player.” Burton perfected a style he dubbed chicken pickin’ and became an in-demand musician playing with the likes of Buffalo Springfield, Joni Mitchell, Buck Owens and Merle Haggard, even Elvis Costello. The other Guitar Heroes coming to MusicFest this year are Albert Lee, David Wilcox and Amos Garrett. “They’re all coming in on Thursday to rehearse a show to do on Friday night exclusively at MusicFest,” Cox said. Lee, who made a lot of fans at VIMF 2012, is also performing this year with his band. Wilcox (the Canadian guitarist, not the American singer) and Garrett played together in Ian and Sylvia Tyson’s Great Speckled Bird, which Cox said was “arguably the first country-rock band in history.” editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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ued to pursue her love of art by taking night classes, workshops and studying with many fine Canadian and American artists. The move from Vancouver to Vancouver Island in the early ‘90s allowed Bonnie more time to study her craft seriously. She enrolled in the Vancouver Island School of Art in Victoria, her sights set on a degree in art. This was an invaluable experience as it proved to be instrumental in her artistic development giving her the confidence to experiment with different media and push beyond the boundaries of mainstream art. Her show, Shifts in Perception, is indicative of how her art continues to evolve. In the beginning her subject matter had its roots in realism but then she branched out experimenting in style and medium becoming

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Human body intrigues artist Powsey When it comes to art, drawing is Clive Powsey’s favourite medium and the human body his subject of choice. In fact, while attending the Ontario College of art, he sometimes missed – and even failed – classes in order to attend life drawing sessions. “We all inhabit a body so naturally it’s of keen interest,” he explains. “And it’s a vehicle for human drama. If you watch a movie you see figures carefully arranged to interact — it’s just another form of figurative art and landscape.” From Jan. 25 to Feb. 9, Effigies: An Exhibition of Drawings by Clive Powsey, will be on display at Art Alchemy Studio Gallery in Courtenay. Powsey will be present at the Jan. 25 opening reception from 7 to 9 p.m. and the following three Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. Effigies features new drawings from the past year relating to the human figure and bodily infrastructure. The stark, highcontrast drawings are on paper in crayon and acrylic with linear hatching and line work for a print-like effect reminiscent of stone lithography. “Drawing is much more immediate than other forms of art,” notes Powsey. “It’s more of an artist’s art. “In the past there was a long-standing tradition of well-known artists drawing a similar body doing different activities. But in recent decades figurative art has fallen in the hierarchy of genres as conceptual and idea-based art has become more popular.” “In North America today, sketches are primarily used to prepare another product such as a vacuum or widget,” he adds. “Hundreds of drawings might be rendered to create something but the drawing is seen as part of the process not of particular value in itself.”

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Boom Booms buoyed by Brazil The Boom Booms are a Vancouver-based six-piece rock-pop band, which returns to the Waverley Hotel on Feb. 1. Since their 2007 launch, the Boom Booms have built a loyal fanbase that stretches across generations. The video for their feel-good party anthem When the Night reached No. 6 on the Much More Music chart in 2008 and was optioned for an episode

Deadline for films The Cumberland Mountain Film Festival is still accepting films. The earlybird deadline for film submissions for the Cumberland Mountain Film Festival is Jan. 31. The film festival showcases local (Vancouver Island area preferred) â&#x20AC;&#x153;mountain filmsâ&#x20AC;? that deal with mountain culture and mountain sports. All films submitted before Jan. 31 will be entered to win a variety of prizes. Films will be accepted until a final deadline of Feb. 14 at noon, at which time the review process will begin. Films selected to be shown at the event will receive a free ticket to the event and other goodies. Films can be submitted on a USB key to the Blue Toque, Riderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza and Tarbellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deli. Films should be about three to five minutes in length and submitted in HD 720p format, if possible. The submission should include basic information such as the movie title, a brief description, filmmaker, and contact information. The film festival will take place Feb. 22 at the Riding Fool Hostel. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Cumberland Mountain Film Festival

picked up a cash prize of $75,000. Since then, the Boom Booms have wrapped up a successful tour of Brazil, which included sold-out performances in both Rio de Janeiro and Manaus, playing for 1,000 people in the heart of the Amazon. While on tour, the band fell in love with the Brazilian culture, music and people. They created a series of videos to raise awareness for the Belo Monte Dam in the Amazon Rainforest that is destroying and displacing a huge number of locals and causing an ecological

of 90210. Delivered, a surreal banjo ballad that conjures up images of a jungle river baptism, garnered an award for Best Roots Song at the Just Plain Folks Music Awards in Nashville. In 2011, the Boom Booms released their debut album ÂĄHot Rum! This album, along with their strong live performance and incredible stage presence, earned the sextet a spot in the 2011 Peak Performance Project, B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prestigious contest for emerging musicians. They went on to win second place and

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Love of music creates Mattina Musica Mattina Musica returns to the Comox Valley on Feb. 4 with violinist Martin Chalifour, concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Co-presented by the Sid Williams Theatre Society and pianist Sarah Hagen, Mattina Musica is a series of classical music concerts taking place on select Monday mornings. Each event begins with a pre-concert reception in the Sid lobby. Two years ago Chalifour and Hagen first met at the SOAP Festival in Powell River. Over numerous espressos one afternoon, they discussed how much they loved Mendelssohn’s violin sonatas and how they felt his works were neglected on recital programs. Last winter, Chalifour called Hagen for some West Coast travel tips, and on a whim she asked Chalifour if he would like to play a few concerts with her. Chalifour agreed immediately, and they began making plans for a February tour. For this concert the pair will perform Stravinsky’s Suite Italienne, contrasted by the haunting Sonata in E minor by Mozart. They will finish with Mendelssohn’s Sonata in F major (1838), the piece which began their collaboration plans in the first place. Chalifour began his tenure as principal concertmaster of the

Philharmonic, among others. Maintaining close ties with his native country, he has returned here often to teach and perform as soloist with various Canadian orchestras, most recently with the Vancouver Symphony in the 2010/11 season. From the Comox Valley, Hagen has been heard in concert halls and on the airwaves to critical acclaim throughout North America and Europe. As well as hosting four recital series in B.C., Hagen enjoys a busy and varied concert schedule as both a soloist and collaborator. Highlights of her 2012/2013 season

THE LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC concertmaster Martin Chalifour joins Comox Valley pianist Sarah Hagen for a Mattina Musica concert Feb. 4. Los Angeles Philharmonic in 1995. The recipient of various grants and awards in his native Canada, he graduated with honours from the Montreal Conservatory at the age of 18 and then moved to Philadelphia to pursue studies at the Curtis Institute of Music. He has concertized extensively, playing hundreds of concerto performances from a repertoire of more than 50 works. He has appeared as soloist with conductors

such as Pierre Boulez, Charles Dutoit, Christoph Eschenbach, Sir Neville Marriner, and Esa-Pekka Salonen. Outside the U.S., he has appeared as a guest soloist with the Auckland Philharmonia, the Montreal Symphony, the Hong Kong Philharmonic, the National Orchestra of Taiwan, and the Malaysian

include a performance at Carnegie Hall in New York City, a solo recital at Christ Church Cathedral in Vancouver, and a Home Routes concert tour in Manitoba and Saskatchewan with cellist Rebecca Wenham. Coming Mattina Musica concerts include performances with tenor Ken Lavigne, and violist Vaida Rozinskaite. Coffee and tea is served at 9:45 a.m. and music begins at 10:30. For more information on the Mattina Musica series and other performances, visit www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or call 250-338-2430. —Sarah Hagen

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ART ALCHEMY STUDIO GALLERY presents exhibit by Cliff Powsey from Jan. 25 to Feb. 9. Powsey present at Jan. 25 reception from 7 to 9 p.m. and following three Saturdays from noon to 4. FMI: www.artalchemy.ca. AVALANCHE BAR & GRILL comedy night on the third Thursday of the month, starting at 9 p.m. House Ten85 DJs live music starting every Saturday at 9 p.m. FMI: 250-331-0334. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY open Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: 250-338-6211 or www.comoxvalleyartgallery. com. CORRE ALICE GALLERY at 2781 Dunsmuir Ave. in Cumberland. GRIFFIN PUB north of CFB Comox hosts Jazztet every Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. JOE’S GARAGE features Comox Valley Uke Jam every second Tuesday. Ukulele instruction at 7 p.m., jam at 8 p.m. MEX PUB has a Rock ‘n Country Jam ‘n Dance hosted by Outlaw Fever on Tuesdays (except the first Tuesday of the month), starting at 9 p.m. MUIR GALLERY offers Memory and Speculation exhibit until Jan. 26. Gallery open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at 440 Anderton Ave. in Courtenay. PEARL ELLIS GALLERY in Comox open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. at 1729 Comox Ave. Members’ fundraiser show and sale to Jan. 27. Bonnie Stebbings Show & Sale from Jan. 29 to Feb. 10. FMI: www.pearlellisgallery.com or Facebook. POTTERS PLACE holds sale in January. FMI: 250-334-4613 or www.thepottersplace.ca. WAVERLEY HOTEL jam night with Brodie Dawson and friends runs every Thursday, no cover. Visit www.waverleyhotel.ca. WHISTLE STOP PUB house band Big Fun on stage each weekend. ZOCALO CAFÉ & GALLERY Martha Ponting artwork displayed in January.

STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents España: Music from Spain, Native Sons Hall, 7 p.m. Tickets at Blue Heron Books and Laughing Oyster Books. To reserve, phone 250-3310158. OLD TIME FIDDLERS Branch 17 monthly family dance at Fallen Alders Community Hall in Royston. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

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WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL at various venues. For tickets, call Sid Williams Theatre box office (250338-2430 or toll free 1-866898-8499) or order online at www.sidwilliamstheatre. com. FMI: www.worldcommunity.ca.

BOOM BOOMS at Waverley Hotel. Tickets at Bop City, Waverley or at www.cumberlandvillageworks.com.

Saturday, Feb. 2 WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL at various venues. For tickets, call Sid Williams Theatre box office (250338-2430 or toll free 1-866898-8499) or order online at www.sidwilliamstheatre. com. FMI: www.worldcommunity.ca. CELTIC CARGO CULT at Zocalo Café.

Monday, Feb. 4 SARAH HAGEN and MARTIN CHALIFOUR in Mattina Musica concert at Sid Williams Theatre, 10 a.m. FMI: www. sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430.

Friday, Feb. 8 TEQUILA MOCKINGBIRD ORCHESTRA at Waverley Hotel.

Saturday, Feb. 9 SAID THE WHALE at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www. sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430.

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

Friday, Feb. 15 STEVE ELLIOTT presents Elvis Presley Valentine’s show at Courtenay Legion, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Legion (250-3344911) or call Judy at 250871-1111.

Saturday, Feb. 16 STEVE ELLIOTT presents Elvis Presley gospel show at Comox Pentecostal Church. Tickets at Bop City Records at 250-338-6621 or by calling Judy at 250-871-1111.

Friday, Feb. 22 CUMBERLAND MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL at Riding Fool Hostel. FMI: www.cumberlandforest.com.

Thursday, Feb. 28 CHIMNEY SWALLOWS (Corwin Fox & Raghu Lokanathan) throw CD release party at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com/ concerts.

Sunday, March 10 THE GREAT PLAINS (Saskia and Darrel) at Old Church Theatre, 3 p.m. Tickets at Blue Heron Books and Alano Club in Courtenay.

Wednesday, March 13 ARCHIE FISHER at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com/concerts.

Thursday, March 21 MAEVE MacKINNON TRIO at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com/ concerts.

Saturday, March 23 NEW COUNTRY REHAB at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com/ concerts.

Tuesday, March 26 HOLLY COLE at Sid Williams Theatre. Tickets at 250-3382430 or www.sidwilliamstheatre.com.

Saturday, May 26 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents Gilbert and Sullivan, Native Sons Hall.

Sunday, May 27 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents Gilbert and Sullivan, Native Sons Hall.

Friday, July 14 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: http://www.islandmusicfest. com.

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Winter Driving Awareness Don’t Be A Statistic… Drive Smart! PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO READ THIS VALUABLE INFORMATION ABOUT HIGHWAY DRIVING AND HOW YOU’RE AFFECTED BY WINTER CONDITIONS…

Every year the Àrst major snowfall of the year catches the driving public by surprise, even though we all know it’s coming sooner or later. The impact is even more severe when it hits during the day at high trafÀc times. It seems to take a scare or even an accident for drivers to realize that you have to adjust your driving habits quickly when the Àrst snowfall hits. Not only do you have to adjust your own driving habits, you have to be aware of others on the road who may or may not be totally tuned in to winter driving. Emcon Services, the RCMP, Highway Patrol, Ministry of Transportation, ICBC, BC Trucking Association, and many others work closely throughout the year to make our highways safer. Be a part of the solution, not the problem… drive smart!

24 Hour Highway Maintenance… We’re ready for Mother Nature! The management and crews at Emcon Services have the equipment and sanding stockpiles ready as well as a 24-hour maintenance plan in place. Money has been invested in sodium chloride producing equipment and staff has been trained to best utilize it to keep our highways cleared, anti-iced, sanded, and as safe as possible. We need your help…snow plowing, sanding,, salting equipment, and crews can’t be everywhere at once even though we’d like to be. Be patient. We’ll get there. When it’s not safe, plowing priorities are based on the trafÀc volumes of the roads. High volume roads such as the Inland Island Highway, Highway 19A, and commuter roads receive priority. Secondary roads such as bus routes and connector roads are next. Subdivisions, cul-de-sacs, and dead-end roads are the lowest priority.

SPEED KILLS! Slow down when highway conditions dictate. Posted limits are meant for normal driving conditions. Sensible consideration has to be given to snow accumulation, visibility, and black ice warnings when you’re driving on the highway. Many accidents and deaths can be avoided if drivers use common sense and slow their speed down to suit the winter driving conditions…be safe, drive smart!

Snowtires, Chains or All-Season? The Motor Vehicles Act requires that all vehicles “use winter tires or carry chains”. Winter tires can be identiÀed only by this logo. All-Season tires do not have the same traction or stopping abilities as true winter tires. If you insist on using All-season tires, be prepared by carrying a set of properly Àtted cable chains for your vehicle and practice putting them on before you need them!

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Justin Burgers Operations Manager Emcon Services Shift gears into winter driving mode! That means slow down and maintain a safe stopping distance. Expect turning, stopping and accelerating to all be affected by wet and slippery conditions. Accelerate, brake slowly and avoid sharp movement of the steering wheel in order to maintain control of your vehicle. Our crews are putting salt and sand on the roads to improve the road during winter conditions. When you follow us, slow down and maintain a safe distance behind us. When meeting us, move toward the fog line in your lane to give us room to plow and apply materials. Never try to drive through the snow coming off of the snowplow. Park your vehicle off of the road to allow us to safely plow your road out. Check for current conditions at www.drivebc.ca. or call the automated phone service at 1 800 550-HWYS. Enjoy your winter driving season

Sgt. Mark Whitworth RCMP North Island TrafÀc Services Every crash resulting in injury is tragic and adding to this is the fact that most, if not all crashes are avoidable. Winter driving conditions and the failure of drivers to slow down, not just to the speed limit, but well below when conditions dictate, is the main cause of many serious and fatal crashes. Failing to wear your seatbelt, if you are involved in a crash leads to a considerably greater risk of injury or death. Drivers need to ensure their vehicle has good winter tires rated for the conditions seen on the north island and prepare for emergencies by carrying adequate clothing and supplies and notifying others of their travel plans. Remember, no matter what excuse you use to justify your need to speed or drive in a dangerous manner, the few minutes you may save is never worth the potentially devastating and unplanned tragic consequences. Slow down and be patient.

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Area Operations Manager Ministry of Transportation Winter weather conditions certainly can add to the stress of driving during this time of year, planning and preparations are key. A few guidelines for safe winter driving include: - Winterizing your vehicle - Driving with headlights on - Allowing plenty of room to start and stop when driving on snow or ice - Maintaining a safe distance between your vehicle and others - Allowing for additional time to arrive at your destination - Keeping some emergency items in your car at all times - Remembering that conditions can change quickly For additional winter safe driving information refer to the Ministry of Transportation web site at: www.th.gov.bc.ca, then click on “Highway Travellers”. For the latest reported road conditions click on “DriveBC”.

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97 Gold-medal figure skater Oksana 99 “— la vie!” 100 Vision-blocking mist 102 Hawaii’s Mauna — 103 Rubberlike gum used as a dental cement 105 Journalists and the like 108 See 7-Down 109 Deportee, e.g. 110 Guanaco kin 112 Light, nutritionwise 116 Vigoda or Lincoln 117 Alternate title for this puzzle 122 Hi- — screen 123 Arctic dweller 124 “Impossible!” 125 Mall lures 126 Comic actor Carney 127 Abnormal sacs 128 Wowed 129 Royal decree DOWN 1 Superior vena — 2 Indigo dye 3 Crime doer 4 Considers 5 Actress Witt 6 Asian sash 7 With 108-Across, singing syllables 8 Keg spigot 9 — and 111-Down 10 President after Jimmy 11 Listlessness 12 Paper extras 13 TV/radio host Dobbs 14 Cup-shaped flower 15 Went blading 16 Weaken insidiously 17 Not sequential 18 Rub raw 24 More down-covered 25 Bull — china shop 30 RBIs or HRs 32 Freshly capped tire 33 Curves 34 Entertainer Zadora 36 Delighted in 37 Doha’s land 38 Noah’s Ark landing site 39 Relatively recent 40 Draft-ready 45 Inedible kind of orange 46 Have — (plop down) 48 Pt. of OS

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Coal Hills crew comes up big at U.S. BMX Three young Coal Hills BMX racers travelled from the Great White North to the USA – specifically Reno, Nevada – on Jan. 11-13 for the 2013 Silver Dollar Nationals. Racing began Friday night with Aleasha Wiebe competing on her 20” bike. She finished with a second and a third racing boys on her Cruiser. On Saturday the Coal Hills kids were up early

and ready for a long day of racing. Wiebe hit the track first in 15-16 Girls with 18 riders. Competition was fierce and although she raced hard she failed to qualify for the main event. Quinn Webber was next in 9 Cruiser. He raced hard with 23 other nine year olds and while he was valiant he failed to make mains. Big brother Aiden was next in 12 Cruiser and he was incredible in making his

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main event, finishing fifth out of 13 racers. Wiebe was up next on her Cruiser and despite racing hard failed to make mains. Quinn was up in 9 Expert but missed mains despite going hard in a large class of 46 riders. Aiden was up with 36 others in 12 Expert. He also raced hard but didn’t qualify. There was a total of 319 motos Saturday, 178 Friday and 278 on Sunday. On

Sunday, Wiebe made semis in 20” but not in Cruiser. Quinn raced like a trooper but failed to qualify on both bikes while brother Aiden raced hard on Cruiser and made his main on 20”, finishing seventh. “This was a new experience for the Coal Hills kids and they did an awesome job representing our track at a major U.S. BMX race,” a Coal Hills spokesperson said. – Coal Hills BMX

FLYING THROUGH THE air, apparently with the greatest of ease, Teal Harle performs his gold medal winning switch bio 9 grab in this sequence.

Harle in top form at Timber Tours freestyle Teal Harle, a 16-year-old who lives on Mount Washington where he attends the Podium of Life Snow Sports Academy, won two golds and a silver at the B.C. series freestyle skiing event, called the Timber Tours, in Apex over the weekend. The first gold came in the slopestyle event where he slid a rail sideway, then slid a long flat - down rail, then hit the first jump and did a cork 9 mute (two and

a half rotations in the air at an angle while grabbing your ski) and landed backwards, then while skiing backwards toward the last jump took huge air and did a switch bio 9 grab (two and a half rotations off kilter while grabbing your ski). He stomped every trick and soared above the competition. The second gold came in the Big Air competition where he again performed a switch bio 9 grab. The

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ficult tricks, but was outclassed by a Japanese skier in the turns. “I was very happy with the whole event, and lucky enough to come out on top,” commented Teal. “I am fortunate to be able to train every day as part of my school curriculum.” Teal will be competing in the other B.C. series events as well as a few Canadian series events later on this season. – Podium of Life

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Valliere in South America Seven members of Golf Canada’s National Amateur Team Program are competing in the eighth playing of the South American Amateur Championship from Jan. 23-26 at the par-72 Rincón de Cajica Golf Club near Bogotá, Colombia. Team Canada Development Squad members Mark Valliere of Courtenay, B.C., Kevin Kwon of Pitt Meadows, B.C., Matt Scobie of Ajax, Ont. and Hugo Bernard of Mont-St-Hilaire, Que. are vying for the men’s title, while National Squad members Brooke Henderson of Smiths Falls, Ont. and Jisoo Keel of Coquitlam, B.C. are featured in the women’s competition. With players from 19 countries on site, the South American Amateur Championship is being contested over 72 holes of stroke-play competition, consisting of 18 holes on each of the four days of the championship. Team Canada Men’s Squad head coach Derek Ingram and Team Canada Women’s Squad assistant coach Ann Carroll are with the players in Colombia. A total of 132 players will be vying for the titles. – Golf Canada

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When Barry Goode sets his mind to do something, it gets done. And right now he’s set on inflicting a world of hurt on Disco Fury come Feb. 16 in Courtenay. The Goode vs. Fury match will be one of the highlights of an entertaining evening of wrestling at the K’omoks First Nation Band Hall. “Slams for Sebastion” is a fundraiser for seven-monthold Sebastian Cobban. Diagnosed with a rare disorder, the youngster has spent four months in hospital undergoing a variety of procedures. His parents, Amanda Davis and Tyler Cobban, have twice moved and had trouble finding work during Sebastian’s time in hospital. The couple has received help from family, but medical costs continue to mount. “I always liked (wrestling) as a kid,” said Goode, who is better known in the Comox Valley by his real name, Barry Welsh. “When I was in Grade 5 or 6 I told my teacher that’s what I wanted to do. They always laughed and said, ‘What do you really want to do?’ But I’m pretty stubborn and so I actually did it.” When his Grade 9 career planning teacher told him to think of an attainable goal, Goode said he was going to get a barb wire tattoo. Shortly after, Goode was sporting a barb wire tattoo. That focus and determination will stand him in good stead against Disco Fury, who was one of Goode’s trainers (along with Michelle Starr, Scotty Mac and Vance Nevada) when he first stepped into the ring in 2005 in Vancouver. Goode grew up watching the stars of WWF and WCW and, closer to home, following ECCW and Stampede Wrestling. While wrestling can look glamorous on TV, Goode got a (literal) ground-level look at the sport when Vance Nevada convinced him to go on one of Tony Condello’s infamous “Death Tours” of remote aboriginal communities in northern Manitoba. “There were only two ways in – drive in over frozen lakes in winter or fly in during the summer,” said Goode, who in 2006 had only a

COMOX VALLEY’S OWN Barry Goode is set to take on his former mentor Disco Fury at a Feb. 16 fundraising wrestling show. few matches under his belt when he followed in the footsteps of Canadian legends such as Edge, Chris Jerico and Lance Storm who had undertaken the trek. At the time, Goode had long bleach-blond hair and wore a black Spandex costume. “I was not well liked,” he smiled. “The craziest night was in Oxford House. I was facing Gurv Sihra, who they were billing as First Nations. The kids were throwing batteries and full cans of pop. He hit me with a move and was pinning me, and a kid reached into the ring and punched me

in the face.” Goode recalled that after a “Death Tour” show was over, the wrestlers would dismantle the ring and put the mat on the gym floor to sleep on. That did not diminish his passion for wrestling, but the 2007 death of Canadian legend Chris Benoit did. After a five-year hiatus, Goode returned to the ring in December 2012 when he took on Scott Steel in Duncan. Their match was a no decision due to outside interference when someone ran into the ring and attacked them. “So I haven’t been defeated in five

years,” Goode joked. Having just turned 27, Goode has a job at the front desk of the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in Courtenay and is looking forward to having his family and friends at ringside when he meets his former mentor. Any predictions for his local wrestling debut? “It’s gonna be a good match and I’m gonna come out ahead. All the people of the Comox Valley will be cheering me on and I’m not gonna let them down.” Goode says fans can expect to see his signature “Let the Goode Times Roll” move, but won’t give details so as not to let Disco Fury know what awaits him inside the squared circle. And Goode notes his opponent doesn’t need any extra advantage. “He’s a six-time former NWA Canadian Junior Heavyweight champion, with 14 years experience. He is an international superstar, having toured England and Japan.” Goode credits Keith Spinks (aka Sgt. Kaos, who is organizing the Feb. 16 fundraiser) with helping to lure him out of retirement. “When you’ve got an event like this for a great cause, how can you say no? You’re helping out a kid and his family and get to wrestle as well!” Stepping back through the ropes is not without sacrifice. Strenuous cardio workouts have helped him

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Fraser finished sixth overall in a time of 25:28, demolishing the women’s course record time of 26:08 set in 1986. She was thrilled to receive $1,000 for the course record and $300 for the first woman overall. Jorge Parra was the first CVRR racer across the finish line in 26:31 coming fourth

in M40- 44 category followed quickly by Neil Holm in his category M45-49 in 26:53 to claim second place. Vince Brotherstone claimed third place in the same category with a personal best time of 27:28. Brad Crowe had a personal best time of 28:48 as did Jerry Van in a time of 32:53 and a seventh place

ribbon. Les Disher continued his winning streak, claiming a first place for his M6064 category. Veteran Peter Moore (M65-69) is on the comeback trail, claiming a fourth place for his time of 35:48. There were 16 CVRR racers overall out of 628 finishers in the 34th running of the Harriers’ 8K. According

to Jerry Van, “It was perfect weather for a first race of the season. It’s always a shock to the system, makes you think you should have trained harder!” The next race for the Frontrunners Island Series is the Cobble Hill 10K at 11a.m. on Jan. 27. – Comox Valley Road Runners

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May 30, 1947 - January 12, 2013 Jane left us suddenly while on vacation in Blythe California at the very young age of 65. Jane was born and raised in the beautiful Comox Valley, daughter of Bob and Morag Bowie and the great granddaughter of Reginald T. Carwithen, one of the original settlers of the Comox Valley. Jane is survived by husband Paul Keoughan and siblings, Ian Bowie (Sue), Betty Lund (Bill) and Doug Bowie (Gayle), daughter Jennifer Fitzgerald (Wayne), step children Clancy Keoughan (Dianne) and Curry Keoughan (Jennifer) and her precious grandchildren, Jessica, Rachel and Tyler Fitzgerald, Torin and Shannon Keoughan, Maeve, Ruby, Stella and Stanley Keoughan. A few of her many interests included oil painting and recently enjoyed sharing her artistic talents with her granddaughter Rachel. Jane played softball and many years of golf. Last season she was the Captain of the Sunnydale Ladies Golf Club. Jane and Paul loved to travel. Their trip to Africa and traveling across Canada with their trailer visiting friends and family was a definite highlight in Janeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. Jane and Paul in the last few years had become Snowbirds and started spending winters in California enjoying warm sunny days and the welcome comradery of their new friends. Her early working career included many years at Searleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shoes and most recently 33 Years in the office at Central Builders. Jane had many relatives and friends who will all miss her outgoing personality and mischievous sense of humour. A celebration of Janeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held in the Upper Native Sons Hall, 1-4pm, Feb 3 2013. Please come and share your stories of Jane, we know there are some memorable ones out there! In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a local charity of your choice.

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WOW! The partyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s over. The family have all gone home. The memories will be forever. Thank you for all the lovely ďŹ&#x201A;owers, gifts, cards and phone calls. But above all for your presence. To my family who gave the perfect 80th Birthday to remember. A huge thank you to Avis, Emily, Wes, Larry, Diana, Curt and all my grandkids my life is nothing without you, Love, Connie, Mom and Grandma. xxoo

Public notice is hereby given that the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) intends to proceed with the disposition of land and improvements legally described as PID 005-934-532 Lot 5, Section 61, Comox District, Plan 5859, PID 005-934-559 Lot 6, Section 61, Comox District, Plan 5859 and PID 005-934-575 Lot 7, Section 61, Comox District, Plan 5859 in the City of Courtenay, B.C. and more commonly known as 865, 877 and 889 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. The disposition of the property will be to the City of Courtenay for a nominal purchase fee of ten dollars and the execution of a purchase contract and section 219 covenant.

Research Participants Needed! PATIENTS OF NURSE PRACTITIONERS Do you receive, or have you received, health care from a BC Nurse Practitioner? Researchers from UVicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School of Nursing want to learn how you feel about care provided by nurse practitioners. Participation in this study means completing a short survey either by mail or telephone. To learn more and sign-up for the study, please contact Joanne Thompson Research Assistant at jethomps@uvic.ca or 250-721-7964 University of Victoria School of Nursing

NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Kimberly Ann Cathro also known as Kimberly Cathro, deceased, formerly of #6-2475 MansďŹ eld Drive, Courtenay, BC V9N 2M2 are hereby required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Executrix c/o Holland Cameron, Barristers & Solicitors, 1779 Comox Avenue, Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9, before the 15th day of March, 2013 after which date the Estate assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims of which it has notice.

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 DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

DRIVERS WANTED:

TerriďŹ c career Opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Rail Experience Needed!! Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time, Valid License w/ air brake endorsement. Extensive Paid Travel, Meal Allowance, 4 weeks Vacation and BeneďŹ ts Package. Compensation based on prior driving experience. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE

Janet Ehrman Executrix c/o Holland Cameron Solicitors for the Estate 1779 Comox Avenue Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9

PERSONALS AL-ANON - if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re concerned about someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drinking? Contact 1-8884ALANON (1-888-425-2666)

HELP WANTED ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Call day or night. 250-338-8042

Attention: RooďŹ ng & Siding Installers

NAR-ANON- If a family member or friend is using drugs, how does it affect you? We can help. Call Jack 334-3485 Nora 871-1939 or Rene 3342392.

Calgaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s # 1 Exteriorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s company will be in your area recruiting for the following positions: skilled Roofers, Siders, Eavestroughers, Foreman & sub crews . Our RooďŹ ng & Exteriors Managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will be on the Island on Fri, Feb 1st and Sat, Feb 2nd. Please call Donavan at (587) 228-0473 to schedule a interview during those dates.

LOST AND FOUND FOUND: Keyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s found in Record Mail Box on Powerhouse Rd near 1st Street, with a distintive key chain. Contact the Record to identify. 250-338-5811.

For more info link on the link: http://www.epicrooďŹ ng.ca /about-epic/careers.html

FOUND: NEW MATTRESS ďŹ&#x201A;ipped out of blue truck approx. 12:15pm, 5km north of Courtenay on Sat. Jan 19. 250-337-8461 to ID and claim.

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

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

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

GETAWAYS

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DENTAL HEALTH CARE CAREER

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Birthday Love and best wishes Elizabeth from all us all! Jan 28, 2013

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Quality Foods Cake Winner for January 25, 2013

Elizabeth Dyck

EMBARRASS THE ONES YOU LOVE

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CELEBRATE THEIR BIRTHDAY WITH A FAMILY ALBUM GREETING

Deadlines: Friday Noon for Wednesday / Tuesday Noon for Friday

features@comoxvalleyrecord.com phone 250.338.5811

NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Robert William Winger deceased, formerly of 5300 Langlois Road Courtenay, BC V9J 1S8 are hereby required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Executor c/o Holland Cameron, Barristers & Solicitors, 1779 Comox Avenue, Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9, before the 15th day of March,2012 after which date the Estate assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims of which it has notice. Isabelle Sandberg Executor c/o Holland Cameron Solicitors for the Estate 1779 Comox Avenue Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9

Our Dental Assistant II program will prepare you to meet the requirements for a Dental Assistant Level II in B.C.

â&#x153;&#x201D; Great wages â&#x153;&#x201D; Learn in a state-of-the-art dental lab with a hands-on approach to learning â&#x153;&#x201D; Funding may be available

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HELP WANTED

LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Coastal Certified Bull Buckers • Grapple Yarder Operators • Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers • Heavy Duty Mechanics Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca.

RN and RCAs Sunridge Place

www.comoxvalleyrecord.com

HELP WANTED

REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY: Refrigeration Technician - excellent wages and beneﬁts, local company. Call 250-2181674 for more information

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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PREP COOK/Dishwasher required at the Whistle stop pub. Bring in resume between 9am -11am.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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We’re looking for an insurance broker. Could it be you? First Insurance Agencies Ltd. is looking for a full-time Insurance Broker who can provide service excellence and foster relationship building. First Insurance provides: t Competitive compensation t Complete benefits packages t Employee discount on insurance and banking products t Fun work environment t Career development and learning opportunities First Insurance is a full service insurance provider with offices thoughout the Comox Valley. We’ve been in operation for over 30 years and our professional team of over 40 employees service the insurance needs of more than 12,000 clients. Closing Date: February 8, 2013 If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please send a detailed resume to: karen.macgregor@firstins.ca

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CITY OF COURTENAY

A Residential Complex Care facility in Duncan is recruiting for a .80 FTE evening Registered Nurse, and casual RCAs. If you wish to be part of an enthusiastic team who are making a difference in the lives of seniors, please send your resume to apply@sunridgeplace.ca Thank you to all applicants for your interest in Sunridge Place, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

OPTOMETRIC ASSISTANT We are looking for a friendly, self-motivated dispensing optician to join our familyoriented Optometry clinic in Comox. Part-time. May lead to full-time. Experience preferred. Medical ofﬁce assistants course/medical terminology & computer skills an asset. Please respond to Drawer 4520 at the Record.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

“SEASONAL - GARDENER 1”

The City of Courtenay invites applications for “Seasonal Gardener 1” 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 “Employment Opportunities”.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Coordinator Nanaimo, BC The BC Forest Safety Council is a not-for-profit society dedicated to supporting the forest industry in reducing injuries and fatalities in B.C. We strive for excellence in all aspects of our business and are deeply committed to our key beliefs. Reporting to the Director, SAFE Companies you will provide leadership and management of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and a broad range of communications support to the Council. This diverse role includes the management and support of the Council’s website, databases, and all server and network infrastructure, desktop infrastructure including all PCs, printers, MS Windows operating systems and PC-based productivity software. In addition to a degree or relevant technical diploma, you have at least 5 years working experience and Microsoft certification. You also have expertise with major operating systems and Microsoft Office, website applications and database development. You are an outstanding problem solver, excellent communicator, and relish a fast paced work environment. For more complete information and to apply by February 8, 2013, please visit the careers section at www.bcforestsafe.org Please send your resume with competition number 2013-01 to the attention of: careers@bcforestsafe.org EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CITY OF COURTENAY TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

“SUMMER PROGRAM COORDINATOR” The City of Courtenay invites applications for the temporary position of “Summer Program Coordinator” 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 “Employment Opportunities”.

HELP WANTED

Now Hiring Logging Supervisor/Manager Required for Campbell River based Logging Contractor for coastal logging operations. Candidates should have good people skills, mechanical knowledge, harvest and road construction planning abilities, administration experience including managing safety and environmental programs, crew scheduling and supply inventory management. Must have basic computer skills. Will consider some training of a keen, motivated individual who does not have all the required skills and experience.

Heavy Duty Mechanic – Camp Job Ticketed or 3rd year or better apprentice mechanic required. Fleet of good Hitachi, Cat and Cypress equipment as well as other misc. units including Marine. If you are doing a long commute to Alberta and freezing your butt off, give us all a call. We have less than 1 hour travel to camp, offer steady, year round work, good pay and benefit plan, modern barge camp and heated shop with overhead crane. There is opportunity here in BC.... Reply in confidence to: office@bwlog.ca or fax: 250-2874342

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD â&#x20AC;˘ Friday, January 25, 2013

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PETS HELP WANTED

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

HELP WANTED

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

HELP WANTED

Substitute Carrier Needed COURTENAY

HELP WANTED

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VETERINARY FRONT DESK

Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualiďŹ cations and information on how to apply to posting #100486.

Busy family oriented vet practice looking for enthusiastic hard workers to join our team. If you are high energy, love working with people and animals, you may be a match for us! If this sounds like a place for you, send your resume & phone number for a phone interview Monday between 11 AM until 1 PM. receptionad@shaw.ca

CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS www.bcjobnetwork.com HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

WANT TO WORK OUTDOORS?

TRADES, TECHNICAL

THE CAREER YOU LOVE IS ONLY A CLICK AWAY.

Visit our website for a full list of postings: www.nic.bc.ca/jobs

Certified Millwrights Millwrights/Apprentices Planer Supervisor Certified Circular Saw Filer Administrative Assistant Heavy Duty Mechanic Detailed job postings can be viewed at

http://www.westernforest.com/building-value/our-people-employment/careers WFP offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to:

Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

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

RTE # 493 Crown Isle Dr. & Kensington Cres.

STIFF? SORE? Stressed out? Relax and unwind with Nicole. Comox incalls 10a.m - 8p.m. 7 days/wk. Min. 1 hr. advance booking req. 250-339-4104. www.CVmassage.com

RTE # 498 Royal Vista Way & Brittania Pl

COMOX

FINANCIAL SERVICES

RTE # 546 Meadowlark, Murrelet, Plover

NO COLLECTIONS GREAT WAY TO EXERCISE AND MAKE MONEY AT THE SAME TIME

Comox Valley Record Hours: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM-5:00PM 765 MCPHEE AVENUE COURTENAY

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

ASSOCIATE REGIONAL DIRECTOR

Posting #100485 Mt. Waddington Regional Campus HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

School District 71 (Comox Valley) 607 Cumberland Road, Courtenay B.C. V9N 7G5

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.

Job description: www.comoxvalleyfamilyservices.com No phone calls please. We will only contact those that have been short listed. Interested applicants can send cover letter and resume to: Executive Director, 1415 Cliffe Ave., Courtenay, BC V9N 2K6 Fax: 250-338-2343 or gillian.n@cvfsa.org

CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS www.bcjobnetwork.com

For more details about this job opportunity and how to apply, please visit our website at sd71.bc.ca and click on jobs. Note that only complete application packages received through the makeafuture.ca website no later than 13:00 hrs on the closing date will be considered. PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT

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.

WORK WANTED FLOORING & FINISHING, crown mouldingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, doors, casing, baseboards. Quality work. Call James 250-334-8810

AFFORDABLE HORSES for lease for both Western & English at Freehaven Ranch in Merville. Tack, food, board & care incld. in price. For details call 250-465-9190 or visit www.freehavenranch.com

FEED & HAY

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FUEL/FIREWOOD

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

Clean Burn Pellet Fuel Okanagan Pellet Fuel And Animal Bedding

Chris McLean 250-757-9232 or 1-877-581-3311

ELECTRICAL

GARDENING

CURRENT POSTINGS INCLUDE:

EQUESTRIAN

INDOOR CAT. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Amberâ&#x20AC;? Female, 4 1/2yrs old tortoise tabby. One of a kind..Very gentle, shy, well behaved. Lovely cat. Treat her well, get lots of love in return. Will suit a stable, quiet home. Call 250-3396181

Relief Drivers Needed. ADULTS & SENIORS WELCOME

FREEHAVEN RANCH Affordable horse boarding avail at the picturesque 53 Acre ranch that is dedicated to the love of horses & natural horsemanship. Located 10 min from Courtenay in beautiful Merville with over 25 acres of pasture & hay ďŹ elds. Beautiful trail through meadows & forests. Indoor/outdoors stalls for full board or self board, riding ring w/ new footing, covered round pen, tack room. Call Richard 250-465-9190 or visit www.freehavenranch.com

PETS

RTE # 520 Plateau Gardens Complex, Guthrie Rd

circulation@comoxvalleyrecord.com

BOARDING

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

RTE # 541 Aitken,Aspen,Cardinal,Noel

A REGULAR HVAC TRADES PLUMBER

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

PERSONAL SERVICES

RTE # 402 Waddington Cres, Brooks Pl, Elkhorn, Malahat, Jutland Pl, 9th St E.

WE ARE CURRENTLY SEARCHING FOR:

NOW HIRING

TRAINED MARINE Diesel Mechanic for hire. Yenmar, Volvo, Penda, John Deer and Northern Lights Generators. Call 250-338-8060.

ELECTRICIAN. Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-792-2168. www.bzzzt.ca W W W. N I C . B C . C A

Established utilities services company is seeking part time and full time METER READERS for Courtenay Comox, Duncan, Naniamo, Parksville, Langford and surrounding areas. Â&#x2039; ,_WLYPLUJL YLHKPUN TL[LYZ PZ JVUZPKLYLK HU HZZL[ Â&#x2039; 4\Z[ OH]L H YLSPHISL ]LOPJSL Â&#x2039; 4\Z[ IL J\Z[VTLY VYPLU[LK ^P[O NVVK communications skills Â&#x2039; 4\Z[ IL JHWHISL VM ^VYRPUN PUKLWLUKLU[S` PU ]HYPV\Z ^LH[OLY JVUKP[PVUZ Â&#x2039; 7O`ZPJHSS` KLTHUKPUN QVI Â&#x2039; *VTWHU` WYV]PKLK \UPMVYTZ HUK [YHPUPUN Â&#x2039; 7HPK I` WPLJL YH[L WHPK WLY TL[LY [OH[ `V\ YLHK Â&#x2039; 0M OPYLK JSLHU +YP]LYZÂť (IZ[YHJ[ JSLHU *YPTPUHS )HJRNYV\UK *OLJR HUK WYVVM VM I\ZPULZZ JSHZZ vehicle insurance required Â&#x2039; ,HYUPUN WV[LU[PHS VM HWWYV_PTH[LS` WLY OV\Y Email resume to employment@olameter.com UV[PUN SVJH[PVU VM JOVPJL PU [OL Z\IQLJ[ SPUL VY MH_ [V 877-864-2831

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.

Carriers Needed

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Comox Valley Campus

NEWSPAPER

250-338-0725

Please fax resume to Kinnikinnik Child Care Centre 250-339-8083 Deadline: January 25, 2013

Research and Planning Analyst

WORK WANTED

CARRIERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY

Early Childhood Educator 40 hours/week Fluent in French with experience working in preschool or daycare.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

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.

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS CERTIFIED CARPENTER. Kitchen, bathrooms, decks, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring. All your renovation needs. Emery, 250-218-0734.

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

~ ~ ALL AWAY ~~ RUBBISH / JUNK REMOVAL Environmentally Conscious Fast Reliable Service Scott 250-792-1668 #,!33)&)%$Ă&#x2013;!$3Ă&#x2013;-%!.Ă&#x2013;-/2%Ă&#x2013;"53).%33

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

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

GARAGE SALES COURTENAY - 2193 A Urquhart Ave, Sat. Jan. 26th, 9-12 pm. Inside, No early birds. COURTENAY- CROWN Isle; 742 Royal Pl (off Monarch Dr off Lerwick), Sat, Jan 26, 8:30? Some furniture, collectibles, clothes & toys.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 60â&#x20AC;? LECLERC 4 shaft Weaving loom incl lots of accessories $1000 obo. InďŹ niti Elliptical trainer $500 obo. 890-1218 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 GOLFERS SPECIAL, 1994 Yamaha golf cart, gas engine, new battery and tires. Very good shape, $1795 obo. Call Richard (250)871-2933. VIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR SALE

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

HOMES FOR RENT

SUBSTANTIALLY RENOVATED 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mobile home. Move in cndt. great Starter/In law accom. New roof, New gas furnace, 100amp services. W/D, F/S incld. This mobile has all papers required through MHR. Pre Christmas Special $15, 000 delivered price Comox Valley 250-7025699

COURTENAYAVAILABLE Now! 3 bdrm duplex, 5 appls, hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;rs, 1325 sq ft. #112-1500 Cumberland Rd. $1100/mo. (250)338-4710.

BEAUTIFUL Crown Isle Golf Community home, fully furnished. 3 Bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths. Attached garage & covered patio. Yard maintenance incld. No Smoking, No Pets. Avail Feb 1 - May 2013. $1780/mo +utilities. (780) 4527568 or (780) 498-1856 or daisylb@shaw.ca

COMOX 3-BDRM rancher, fenced backyard, close to parks/schools/hospital, 1 bath, F/S, W/D, 1100sq ft. Refs. $1125./mo. 250-338-9190.

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.

ROYSTON - 4 bdrm + den 3 ba., rv prk, dbl. garage. Newly reno. N/S, N/P, $1450/mth refs. Feb 15. 250-218-4333

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS

HOMES WANTED

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

FOR SALE BY OWNER

PUNTLEDGE PARK 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appls., fenced back yrd. Avail. Mar 1, $1000/mo. (250)338-1569/897-2013. PUNTLEDGE PARK. 3 bdrm. 2.5 bath. 3 appls. Fenced yrd. Avail. NOW. $1100. 338-1930

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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

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LOTS

HOMES FOR RENT

BIG ROCK BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Campbell River1109 South Island Hwy Avail Jan 1, 2012. 2 bdrms, walk onto the beach waterfront home. Enjoy storm watching, beach ďŹ res and watching the cruise ships sail by. $1200/mo. Call (250)716-1764 References reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d

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PUNTLEDGE PARK. 4 bdrm, 3 level duplex w/ in-law suite. N/P. $1360. 250-335-0350.

HOMES FOR RENT

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO COMOX RENOVATED Studio $600/mo and 1 bdrm $650/mo. Avail Now. 250- 702-5339 COURTENAY 2 bdrm, 1 bath corner condo, 4 appls, N/P, N/S. Avail Feb. 15 or Mar. 1. $750/mo 250-334-4484

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

SPACIOUS SINGLE family N. Nanaimo 3bdrm, 2bath, open ďŹ&#x201A;oor plan, family room. Updated kitch & bath, soaker tub, new roof. Near bus, ammenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $280,000. 250-756-3593

DOWNTOWN COURTENAY, .11 acre, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appliances, electric forced air heat, fenced yard, great location, walking distance to amenities and bus stop. Asking $149,900, England & 18th Ave. Call (250)334-3960. Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com

QUALITY 55+ patio home at Village Green. Covered parking with storage, 2 bdrms, 1.5 baths, Kitchen/eating area. Private patio/ am sun. Large LR with dining area. New paint throughout, new HW ďŹ&#x201A;oors main areas. Immaculate. Immediate possession. $220,000 Call 250-338-8260

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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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BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay

450-19th Street, Courtenay

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

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

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

250-334-3078

HOLLYRIDGE MANOR 200 Back Road, Courtenay

COURTENAY- 2 bdrm Condo, 3rd ďŹ&#x201A;r, freshly painted, newer appls. $675. (250)338-3560.

1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique ďŹ&#x201A;oor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

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

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

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

COURTENAY: 2 bdrm apt, avail. immed. $750 incldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hot water. N/P. (250)334-2300.

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

COURTENAY: WELL maintained 3 bed, 1.5 ba. New roof, G/H, f/p, w/s, garage, green house, fenced yrd. Close to park, suite potential. $249,900. 1-250-338-5479 (780 19th St).

COURTENAY: 2 bdrm mobile home on Braidwood Road. Clean, NP/NS. Refs req. $700. Call (250)339-7566.

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

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

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

To View, Call 250-334-4483

204- 1111 EDGETT 2 Bed, 1 Bath N/S, N/P, 4 appls., $775/mth AVAIL JAN 1

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 reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.

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 SHOP/WAREHOUSE space. Cousins Rd. 1200 sqft. 3 phase power. High ceilings. OfďŹ ce Area. I-2 Zoning. Available Now! 250-703-1644, 250-338-7476 evs. TRENDY TIN Town location, 1500 sq ft suitable for art or dance studio, warehouse/retail or ofďŹ ces. High ceiling & bay door. Back yard space avail. $1600/mth + GST, no triple net. 250-897-0950 (days) 250703-0400 (eve)

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For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

Call 250-334-9717

VANRIDGE MANOR

ST. BRELADES

123 Back Road, Courtenay

146 Back Road, Courtenay

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

FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, wall-towall carpets, blinds. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 and 3 bedroom condos. Ideal location. Walking distance to Superstore and North Island College.

Call 250-703-2570

Call 338-7449

TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated â&#x20AC;&#x201C; enjoy new appliances, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring and 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

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SPORTS & IMPORTS

ocean pacific realty Property Management East Courtenay 3 bdrm, 2 bath, F&S, N/S, Pets Neg. $875/mo Available immediately. Comox 4 bdrm, 3 bath house. n/s, pets neg., $1,350/mo. Available Feb. 1st. Randy Devine 250-334-9900 APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENT/CONDO

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.

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

GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave. ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious suite. Excellent location in the heart of Comox. Well maintained and well managed mature adult building. Security entry and elevator. Recently renovated. Very attractive. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

CEDAR MANOR 463 12th Street LARGE TWO BEDROOM over 1,100 sq. ft. - unique through floor plan with cross ventilation. Very bright and spacious. Recently renovated. Country kitchen, fireplace, in suite washer/dryer. Full sized kitchen appliances. Security entry. Quiet, well maintained adult building just three blocks from downtown. A very special suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250-703-2264.

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite - spacious and modern. Excellent location in central Comox walking distance to everything. In suite storage. Extra large kitchen and dining area. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. A very well maintained and well managed building. Also One Bedroom & Den. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

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.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated in a quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Very spacious. Well maintained and managed. Elevator and Security entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

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

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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.

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.

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

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

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

SHARED ACCOMMODATION ROOM IN cabin on acreage util. incld. Own vehicle. $550/mth. 250-338-1914.

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

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APARTMENT/CONDO

www.advancedpm.ca 250-338-2472

CONDOS / SUITES / APARTMENTS MANOR PLACE Moments to beach & fantastic mountain views! Updated 2 bdrm Comox condo features 1300+sqft living space & incl 5 appl, new flooring, f/p, & patio area. Master w/full ensuite, & walk-in closets for both bdrms. Ideally located near Hospital & all amenities. N/S; N/P. $950./month. Available now!

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

COMOX HOME ď&#x161;ťNOOTKA STREET

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.

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 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 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. Apr. 1 $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 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 TRUMPETER GREENE 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, garage, gas F/P, patio, N/S N/P Avail Mar 1 $950/mth

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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

1992 NISSAN Stanza LE. Power breaks, steering, windows. New breaks. Complete tune up. Good tires. $2400 O.B.O. 250-204-6411. 2005 NISSAN Sentra Special Edition. Automatic 4-Door. Remote ignition. Only 87,800 km. Asking $5,500. Call 338-0374 or leave message. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

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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.

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

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

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

TRUCKS & VANS

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

1995-FORD EXPLORER. 4x4 w/ X LT fully loaded. Excellent cond. Original owner. Approx. 250,000kms. $2495 O.B.O. 250-923-4924.

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.

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

SPORTS RESULTS

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Comox Valley Worship Directory Church of Our Lord Holy Communion 10:00 am each Sunday at Berwick, 1700 Comox Ave. Comox, BC All Welcome Tel: 250-941-0332 www.coolcomox.ca Anglican Church in North America

Devotional gathering – with the theme “Honouring the Children,” January 27 at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome.

We Meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday at 4 pm www.cvuf.ca 250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

250-890-9262

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

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

RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH

Sunday Celebration 10:30 am

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

Full Wheelchair Access

Hearing Assistance

Real Change

St. George’s

LUTHERAN

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

Becoming a People Prepared

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

Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron

Val 250-338-7727 (office)

Courtenay

Seeking

www.centralchurchefc.com

www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966

6th & Fitzgerald Ave.

Real Life

Nursery -Grade 7

Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)

2182 Comox Avenue, Comox “A place for you: John 14:2

250.334.9777 livinghope@shaw.ca www.livinghopeonline.ca

stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca www.stgeorgesunitedchurch.com

250-703-1652

RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH

CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH

Comox Community Baptist Church

1st Street & Penrith

Faith Family Friends

~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~

Sundays 10 am Nursery - Kid Jam Youth Group

Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry 1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay 250-338-8221 www.cvsalarmy.ca church@cvsalarmy.ca

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

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN

250-334-4961

Minister: Peggy Jensen

@ 10:30 am

PRESBYTERIAN

10 am Sunday Worship

Independent - Fundamental 467 - 4th Street (just east of Fitzgerald)

725 Aspen Rd., Comox

Service 10:30am Sunday, January 27 Guest Speaker: Rev. Charles Scott Tel/Fax 250-339-2882 Full Wheelchair e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca Access comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca

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

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

250-338-8454

Hearing Assistance

LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

www.gbccv.org • info@gbccv.org

Canadian Baptists of Western Canada

“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things”

Sunday Worship & Children’s Program at 11 am

10:00AM at Brooklyn Elementary School

Guest Minister, Rev. Ted Hicks

SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 A.M. Pastor Rev. Peter Hudson Interim Pastor

Followed by a Potluck Lunch

1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox

Everyone Welcome.

Everyone Welcome

Eve Mark, Choir Director 250-338-4785

www.resonatechurch.ca

250-400-7800

2946 Kilpatrick Ave. Church Phone: 250-338-1312 Morning Service 11am Evening Service 7pm “Come out and hear Gun Ajan speak this Sunday evening at 7pm. You will be blessed” Come where you will feel welcomed and received, stop trying to handle your cares alone, let us help we care.

1250 Anderton Road, Comox

250-339-0224

CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH

We’ve Got Some Space For You!

1599 Tunner Drive, COURTENAY 250-334-4716

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

Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry”

to place you your ad here

2201 Robert Lang Drive

250-338-5811 250-338

250-334-8424

Congregational Christian Churches of Canada

Join us this Sunday

of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning

250 BEACH AVENUE

Doing

(Old Fish and Game Building)

Bay Community Church

Community Church

Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre

COMOX UNITED

Real People

living hope

Comox Valley

WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

~~~ “O Thou kind Lord! These lovely children are the handiwork of the fingers of Thy might and the wondrous signs of Thy greatness.” ‘Abdu’l-Bahá www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041gh250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

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